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Marielle's Top 10 Best 2024 Movies
Welcome to the Best Movies of 2024. I have to admit - I had a tough time choosing my favorites this year. I have no idea what I would do without movies. This year has helped me discover more of my passion. First, I’ll talk about the movies that have already been released before talking about 2024 films.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
Miller's Girl
When Miller’s Girl was released this year there was a lot of controversy surrounding the movie, for lots of reasons. The biggest of which is that false accusations are less than 3% of sexual assault reports and we know that most assaults are not reported. So making a movie that explodes this narrative that false accusations are a bigger problem than they actually are is extremely harmful. Second of all, as if to enhance this problem, Martin Freeman is not a great person. He has made several jokes about date rape and so his casting added to this first problem. So we watched the movie super legally so as to not contribute to anyone’s paycheck. For journalistic integrity I needed to see if the internet was actually right about the films issues...
By Alexandrea Callaghanabout a year ago in Geeks
Gladiator 2
Gladiator 2 is getting mixed reviews from audiences, and not doing too terribly well at the box office. But as we know by now box office success means nothing and I don’t trust the general public's opinion on cinema. So we watched it and though it is nowhere near the quality and influence of the original film it is still a well crafted and enjoyable watch.
By Alexandrea Callaghanabout a year ago in Geeks
Safe Sets: An Eye-Opening Documentary on Hollywood's Hidden Dangers
Safety should always be guaranteed. Safe Sets is a 2024 documentary by Paul Heinzelmann, a medical doctor who examines the often-overlooked tragedies of stunt performers in the film industry. Through interviews and archival footage, Heinzelmann indicates how industries can make movie sets safer for all.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
Marielle's Top 10 Worst 2024 Films
Welcome to the best and worst 2024 movies. I saw some great films and movies that I can’t believe I saw in a theater. Let’s talk about the films I disliked this year. First, I will talk about movies that have already been released, but I have never seen, and then talk about 2024 films. Remember, these are just opinions. We all have different tastes in movies.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
My Old Ass
Aubrey Plaza has really only ever taken projects that she seems passionate about. But this year she has thrived in Agatha All Along and My Old Ass. Now she has faced criticism in the past to the effect that she only plays herself in movies and has no acting ability beyond her personality. I think her exploration of Rio in Agatha All Along proved that false. But My Old Ass seems to be back to her regular brand of comedy.
By Alexandrea Callaghanabout a year ago in Geeks
The Reality of Fame: Lessons from Blake Lively's Journey
Over the past century, Hollywood has evolved from a hub for trailblazing women to a male-dominated industry. Given the high-profile cases that have revealed its misogynistic practices, it must address gender inequality. The existing system feeds a cycle of female exclusion and cultivates a toxic culture. In their lawsuit, Blake Lively claims that Justin Baldoni, the actor-director, acted improperly and made disparaging remarks about their 2024 film, It Ends With Us. It was an 80-page complaint that was first believed to be a public relations tactic to promote the movie. Given the high-profile cases that have revealed Hollywood's misogynistic practices, the industry needs to address gender inequality. By exposing misogynistic people and promoting women on and off screen, Hollywood can overcome its lengthy history of discrimination and alienation of women. Let's use Blake Lively's recent accusations to consider the subtleties of a toxic workplace and Hollywood's attitude toward women.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Geeks
Where Are They Now? Catch Up With All 18 Of The Brown Kids From TLC's 'Sister Wives'
Since its debut on TLC in 2010, Sister Wives has documented the story of Kody Brown and his four wives. Whether you agree with Fundamentalist Mormon "plural" marriage or not, polygamy has had plenty of exposure with the show and the Brown's dramatic life has captivated audiences. Not only did Sister Wives showcase what it's like to be in a plural relationship, but it showcased what it's like to be a child in a plural family.
By Jenika Enochabout a year ago in Geeks
The Family Man - A Movie Review
The biggest part of judging a character is knowing yourself. The Family Man is a 2000 film. Jack Campbell is a successful investment banker who wakes up in an alternate reality where he is married to his college girlfriend and raising a family. Jack must navigate this ‘glimpse’ to understand what truly matters.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Geeks
