Celebrating their ninth year, the Chicago Indie Critics have announced the nominees for their Windie Awards. The voting film critic members completed ballots this week to select Windie nominees in 27 categories. The CIC members will commence a final round of voting ending on January 12, 2024. The 2024 Windie winners will be announced on January 18, 2024 on their website and social media platforms.
Read MoreThe arrival of 2025 brings a mini landmark to Every Movie Has a Lesson. This little website that I dreamed up and started way back on Google Blogger turns 15 years old in May of 2025. Before start a year of celebration, I owe you a “10 Best” list for 2024. I couldn’t (and can never) see everything, where I have my blind spots and gaps, but, as you can see, I specialize in digging for treasure behind the mainstream.
Read MoreBy Ross’s own words, the camera intensifies objectivity and that speaks volumes for Nickel Boys. Its well-executed impact begs audiences to become further informed on the tragedy after finishing the film. In the end, we cannot let go of what the eyes and arms want, especially if those needs cannot be attained due to the grim circumstances of the story. Better than many works by peers and contemporaries, Nickel Boys longs for us to hold dear the bonds of protective brotherhood with a fascinating filmic experience.
Read MoreThis past fall, the eclectic western Chicago suburb of Oak Park, Illinois put on their inaugural film festival. The Oak Park, Illinois Film Festival. Divided into five thematic programming blocks, the festival organizers and leading board members curated a total of 17 films. Three of them were feature-length, and two of those were documentaries. Holding firm to local roots, each film entry had to have an Oak Park connect in front of or behind the camera to be eligible.
Read MoreDaruma dolls are one of Japan’s most recognizable cultural artifacts. These hollow, round figurines are traditionally made of papier-mâché and are deeply rooted in Japanese history. They take their name from Bodhidharma, a Buddhist monk credited with founding Zen Buddhism. The dolls’ unique design—armless and legless—symbolizes Bodhidharma’s legendary nine years of meditation, during which his limbs supposedly atrophied.
Read MoreThe study, conducted by JeffBet, looked at the number of monthly Google searches for 34 TV shows set to be released in 2025 to find which ones Americans are most excited for. A total of 15 search variations were used for each show including ‘[TV show] release date,’ ‘[TV show] new season,’ and ‘[TV show] 2025.’
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Read MoreThe narratives are constructed to build these tipping points of success with suspense. If the journey has been framed right, the characters have earned their chance at rewards from their exhaustive hard work and preparation. Likewise, viewers come to sports films for those cathartic moments of satisfaction and savor their inspiration power long after. Rachel Morrison’s The Fire Inside follows that very finely-tuned trajectory but does something different with its cinematic stamina and steadfast platform.
Read MoreConducted by the research team at Deeds.com, an online platform that provides real estate deed forms and information, the study analyzed thousands of Zillow listings to reveal how home sizes and prices stack up in each state, offering a detailed look at where you can find the most bang for your buck.
Read MoreThe study, conducted by the online casino comparison website OnlineKajino, examined over 100 celebrity names on Google to determine those with the highest average monthly searches between January 2024 and September 2024. Additional data was scraped on the states with the highest searches per 100,000 residents for each top celebrity, as well as comparing the average number of searches this year to the average for all of 2023.
Read MoreDid you know that a tree stump can do more than just sit idly in a garden? While it may seem harmless, a leftover stump can pose risks, attract pests, and block your landscaping dreams. Tree stump removal London isn’t just about cleaning up, it’s about reclaiming space, enhancing safety, and boosting your property’s appeal. Let’s explore why this often-overlooked step makes such a big difference.
Read MoreEver looked at a Jeep and felt a little tug of wanderlust? They have this unmistakable allure—rugged yet refined, built to tackle trails or turn heads in the city. But here's the thing: not all Jeeps are created equal. Each model from Maui OGG jeep rental has its own vibe, its own set of strengths, and its own way of saying, "Adventure awaits."
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