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The Judge is a 2014 legal drama starring Robert Downey Jr. and Robert Duvall. It was directed by David Dobkin. It follows the story of Hank Palmer, played by Downey Jr., and his troubled relationship with his father, played by Duvall.
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Almost everyone uses computers on a regular basis, or if not computers per se then Internet-compatible smart devices. Because such electronics are an inescapable part of daily life, it makes sense that they would inspire movies. Some movies about computers and digital life take place in the future, while others are contemporaneous with the moment in history that they were created. Some are documentaries and others are made-up tales of science fiction or horror. Here are several worth checking out for various reasons.
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The business world is a dynamic place, rich with powerful and energetic ideas that inspire. It is a place where liability mingles with equity, and where everybody's got their eyes on the bottom line. Money is what makes this world go around, and it's even been implied that money never sleeps. Is greed good? Is philanthropy a requisite of a successful businessperson? Does passion for a project determine one's level of success? Here are three great movies about business, which explore various, disparate characters engaging in the good, the bad, and the ugly side of Wall Street and beyond.
Read MoreIn the United Kingdom, students must submit personal statements when applying to universities. The chance for you to explain how, beyond your birth name and UCAS ID, you are unique. To convince your chosen institution that you are the most qualified applicant, you only have 4,000 characters. Due to the limited character limit, your personal statement must be excellent. An expert personal statement writing service can help you achieve this.
Read MoreIt’s an argument almost as old as digital effects and practical effects themselves and something that has become a growing conversation with the lines between the two blurred over time – there’s no doubt that technology can help in many ways and can lead to a great experience, outside of movies this has been shown in options like gaming as those here at maximumcasinos.com have been greatly improved by technology, but in movies it can detract from the experience too. So, when it comes to practical vs CGI, what stands out the most and why is one often preferred more than another?
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For some reason, it doesn’t feel quite right to have a deep red wine when you’re watching a Christmas comedy or a bright, sparkling rosé when you’re watching an epic drama. The vibes are somehow off. To improve your freezing evenings, you need to perfect your wine and movie pairings. Take a look at some of the best wines that go with favorite winter films.
Read MoreThe voice of the person who plays Homer Simpson is sure as familiar to you as the character himself, and that's because the voice of that voice actor has crept into your home day after day, being remembered as a member of your family. However, and contrary to what you probably think, to be a voice actor is not so important the voice as the ways in which you know how to modulate. If you want to train in this field you must know how to convey emotions, feel a certain sensitivity, have the ability to change the interpretative register, have a sense of meter, and have a good memory.
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When your parents gave you "the talk," it is likely that they advised you in some way or another not to get your ideas about intimacy from the big screen. Media portrayals of sex can often be misleading at best, and are downright harmful in a lot of cases. While these movies can be entertaining to watch, it is important to take the information they give you with a grain of salt, and not base your real-life actions on them. From the hilariously cringy movies to the ones with scenes you wished you could act out with your crush, here are some titles that give a perspective on sex that is not quite true-to-life.
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In times of uncertainty, self-care is essential to our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Whether we’ve lost our jobs, are experiencing problems in our relationships, or we’re adapting to the rapidly changing Coronavirus situation, self-care helps to build resiliency, boost positive thinking, and keep us grounded. Here are six self-care strategies for times of uncertainty, as well as tips for incorporating them into our everyday lives.
Read MoreLow-budget filmmaking necessitates careful consideration of the sort of narrative you want to tell. However, budget friendly movies are not that easy to make and that is why a lot of different people take loans from banks such as samlelån as well as Ikano, to help them increase the budget. Ideas about how to make a low-budget film might be difficult to come by, but you'd be amazed how liberating stringent constraints can be for your creativity. After you have created your budget-friendly script, you will need to figure out how to spend your limited funds wisely. There are a lot of different factors that you will need to consider.
Read MoreDo you want to play a game that requires a lot of thinking and concentration? If so, then Block Puzzle is the perfect fit for you. Block Puzzle will have you going through levels where your goal is to solve puzzles by moving blocks around on a grid.
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All of these blockbusters have done so well at the box office that chances are, if you are reading this article, you have probably seen most of them. However, the past year also produced some incredible, strange and extraordinary films that may not have made the blockbuster list but definitely deserve your attention. The next time you're having a Netflix night, here is a list of movies that you should check out.
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