Valuable Life Morals We Can Adopt From Movie Characters

Movies do not just entertain viewers. They can also be outlets or mediums through which the creators can relay their ideas, philosophies, values, and visions. Movies can reach out to the minds and consciousness of viewers and evoke their realizations about life and other situations portrayed in the movies. Some remarkable movie characters can deliver powerful messages and performances that make us reexamine ourselves, our beliefs, our past, or even our future. Whatever genre a movie labels itself with, you are bound to find something worth relating with one or several characters in that movie.

2021, Column, Editorial, Home MediaDon ShanahanFebruary 12, 2021Comment

EDITORIAL: Breaking into the Film Industry in New Zealand

The COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic has been brutal on most industries. Most factories had to be shut down, and workers were laid off globally as the pandemic rendered most industries useless. But the film industry in New Zealand stood tall, a beacon of hope in a globe thwarted by the devastating virus. Unsurprisingly the hard-hit Hollywood looked to New Zealand to film their projects in the virus-free zones amid the Coronavirus crisis. Add to that the government's plan to cash in on the country's coronavirus status. The NZ Government announced a boost in domestic and international filmmakers' funding and released over $230 million into several projects.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanFebruary 10, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Movies for Truck Drivers Who Want Something Different

by Kevin Gardner

You say you love movies about trucking, but you’re getting a little bored of watching Smokey and the Bandit and Convoy over and over. If you are looking for something a bit different that is good for a laugh but still involves lots of truck driving, you might want to consider trucking movies given the Mystery Science Theater 3000 or Rifftrax treatment.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanFebruary 10, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Sports Movies That Inspire Excellence

by Devin Caldwell

Throughout modern history, some of the most inspirational movies that have been made are those centered around sports. The stories are intriguing and often focus on the human ability to overachieve, overcome or make a comeback. Some are based on real-life accounts and others are fictional. These films spark many conversations about which ones are the best. Think about a few of these in different sports and the lessons they teach us.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanFebruary 8, 2021Comment

COLUMN: Essential Human Trafficking Movies

Human trafficking is widespread, both in America and worldwide. It’s a horrific practice and robs individuals of their most basic human rights. Some of those trafficked start doing sex work at a very young age, and they give up hope of ever finding a better life, particularly if it’s all they know. Several movies deal with this difficult subject matter. They can be hard to watch sometimes, but it’s better to know about these sorts of things happening in the world than to turn a blind eye and pretend it isn’t happening. In this article, we’ll cover a few of the more compelling human trafficking movies you’re likely to find.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanFebruary 8, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Top 7 Romantic Movies That Will Make You Believe In Love

by Karl Murphy

Some people love watching action movies, others prefer detective stories, etc. We all have our interests and preferences, but what about love stories in cinematography? A lot of people don't even watch love movies anymore since the love stories depicted are far from reality. Let’s face it, love at first sight rarely has a happy ending due to both individuals getting to know each other better.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanFebruary 7, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 5 Iconic, Irreplaceable Filming Locations

by Devin Caldwell

A lot of filming is done on sets and backlots, many of which are dismantled almost as soon as filming ends. However, there are certain things that cannot be recreated on a soundstage. Sweeping vistas, iconic streets and irreplaceable grand homes make up an important part of many of the most recognizable films. Here are just a few iconic filming locations used by countless directors over the years.

2021, Column, Editorial, Home MediaDon ShanahanFebruary 6, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Great Health Documentaries on Netflix

by Devin Caldwell

If you’re looking to increase your general knowledge across many health and medical topics, look no further than Netflix. Buried behind the “latest releases” and “trending now” movies and TV shows is a bevy of non-fiction and documentaries dedicated to various aspects of health and wellness including diet, disease, mental health, medication and brain chemistry. Start your own personal tutorial with these films.

2021, Column, DocumentaryDon ShanahanFebruary 6, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 9 Great Novels That Have Never Been Made into A Movie

by Dorian Martin

Books are a true goldmine of creative ideas, life-changing stories, memorable lines, and emotional experiences. Reading a great book is almost like watching a great movie. You can imagine the characters, hear their voices, and see the colorful pictures being painted in front of your eyes. But, when a book you love is adapted into a movie, you can truly experience the story with all your senses. Unfortunately, not all great novels have been made into a movie.

Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanFebruary 5, 2021Comment

"Tale of Tales" opens the legend of another side of the very gloomy tales.

It is said that the story is a bedtime story. So that the little boy and girl who heard it had a good night. But what if the tale is told in a darker way than a bedtime story? Tale of Tales, another movie that related to no deposit bonus that tells three sub-stories at the same time. Let's start with the first story when the Queen wants to have an heir. But no matter how hard she tries, she can't do it. Therefore, the shaman suggested a very bizarre way to enable the Queen to have an heir.

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3 Movies That Fit Perfectly with Your Game Night

Game night is always an exciting way to end the work week with friends and family. This night doesn’t always have to be centered on your and your buddies wasting the night away by playing poker, darts, pools, board games, and other exciting activities. Other people spice things up by playing some great movies to go along with the other activities. Of course, there are some films that are better-suited game night. You wouldn’ t want to play a horror film for such a fun night wouldn’t you? Well, if you’re having trouble picking a movie, here are a few movies that deserve a spot on game night.

Column, Editorial, Home Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanJanuary 30, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 5 Simple Ways to Set Up a Successful Student Movie Night

by Arthur Evans

When you are in college, you are always on the lookout for cheap and simple ways to have fun during your free time. It can be relieving to forget about your exams, assignments, and projects for a couple of hours and have fun. Movie nights are amazing because you have them any time of the year. Therefore, if you want to host your friends in the middle of the semester or over the summer break, you won’t have any problems with the school administration or your tutors. So, how do you go about setting up a movie night? Here are five simple tips:

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanJanuary 29, 2021Comment