GUEST COLUMN: 6 Adventure Movies To Bring Back Your Wanderlust

by Kathy D

Most of us have varying preferences when it comes to movie choices. But adventure movies have a universal fanbase and thrills people of almost every age. What makes an adventure movie worth seeing? It is the breathtaking landscapes, picturesque cities, winding roads, and the beautiful cultures on display. And a great adventure movie will not stop pleasing your eyes; it will bring out the globetrotter in you. So if you are stranded in your house for long and do not feel the rush to set out to places, here are six adventure movies to bring back the wanderlust in you.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanSeptember 13, 2021Comment

EDITORIAL: Movies and the 9/11 effect

10TH AND FINAL EDITION: UPDATED SEPTEMBER 11, 2021-- With the 20-year anniversary, I’m closing this column after ten years of annual updates. It’s been an fascinating pleasure and respectful honor to update and maintain this compendium for a decade. NEVER FORGET!

Column, Editorial, LIST, Retrospective, SPECIAL, 2019Don ShanahanSeptember 11, 20219/11 anniversary, 9/11 films, 9/11, 9/11 movies, Movie based on 9/11Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: Hacker Movies That Blend Real Life With Entertainment

by Kevin Gardner

The movies make hacking seem more exciting than it often is in the real world; however, some movies include enough realism to give viewers some insight into the world of cybersecurity. If you're curious about hacking, check out these five films.

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

GUEST EDITORIAL: How Does Movie Franchise Merchandising Work?

by Kevin Gardner

Movies, particularly well-known franchises, often start making money before the film hits the big screen through the sale of merchandise. These sales can help raise anticipation for the movie's release, act as advertising that the production company does not pay for and much more. However, the process of getting movie merchandise to local retail shops is more complicated than you might initially think.

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

7 Hollywood Stars to Honor on Veterans Day

Special effects, stunts, and stagecraft are the things that give those superheroes from the silver screen a kiss of life. But there are several Academy Award winners you may call real heroes not only within a studio floor of the dream factory projects. The military uniforms they wore and the military experience they brought to the film industry speak louder than the titles of another Hollywood production project. These people have proved their mettle by serving their nation well without the help of stunt doubles. Here are seven world-recognized celebrities who were no strangers to the hardest job in the military to honor with gratitude on Veterans Day.

2021, Editorial, Column, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 10, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 7 Documentaries For Travelers That Are Worth Watching

by Emma Wilson

Thanks to the internet, you can watch travel shows and documentaries at the press of a remote. The streaming docuseries are making travel lovers explore the world at their fingertips. The sound effects and the camera lens bring details of the travel sites with such precision, you get a nail-biting experience from your living room couch. Here are some selective travel documentaries for your visual entertainment and delight.

2021, Column, Documentary, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 8, 2021Comment

Watch Out for These Brilliant Moves Made in Casino Movies!

Casino films are well-known for breaking gaming restrictions. Actors have a knack for hitting the pot even though the odds are stacked against them. And people still watch these movies because they admire the celebs and also how they flaunt cash packets or outwit their opponents to earn huge quantities of money. In this post, we will examine some casino films in which an actor made the correct gambling decision and altered the game's outcome. And maybe after that you will be tempted to play some fabulous online slots UK.

2021, Column, Editorial, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 8, 2021Comment

5 Movies You Probably Shouldn’t Watch if You’re Moving to a New Home

Let’s face it: there are some movies that you just shouldn’t watch. They might not be to your taste, or they might be ones that you probably shouldn’t watch late at night by yourself. But then, there are also movies you might want to avoid if they depict certain actions in life. For example, if you’re planning to move home soon or are thinking of buying your first house, there are some movies you might want to avoid watching before doing those things. Otherwise, they might put you off the idea of moving to a new abode!

2021, Column, Editorial, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 8, 2021Comment

4 Reasons to Read Movie Reviews

Today filmmakers are tapping all kinds of stories so that they can bring something intriguing on the celluloid. However, because hundreds of films are released every month across the globe, selecting the best ones according to one’s interests and preferences can be very challenging. This is why it is recommended to go through movie reviews, as they give a detailed insight into the story. Here, we will discuss a few strong reasons to read the movie reviews before making your choice:

2021, Column, Editorial, Social MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 7, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: A Billion Lives: A Documentary on Vaping

by Emma Wilson

Vaping is a new phenomenon, and filmmakers have taken up the task of documenting, presenting facts, and providing information about it. In the same way vaping is expanding, so are vaping tricks and events - making some people into what we can call vaping celebs. Finding documentaries on vaping is not that easy. Have you ever heard of vaping documentaries or movies? Not much. Right! Without further ado, here is an all-time favorite documentary on vaping i.e “A Billion Lives”.

2021, Column, Documentary, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 7, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Amazing Documentaries and Movies Starring Plants

by Emma Wilson

Showbiz lovers have widely accepted that nature documentaries are and will be the most inspiring inclusion in the entertainment space of this 21st-century. For all movie addicts, although there are a varying array of choices to explore among genres like romance, thriller, and mystery, wildlife or nature documentaries display the fascinating Mother Earth in a vibrant avatar.

2021, Column, Editorial, Documentary, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 4, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: Low-Budget Films: 10 Shooting Tips to Make Your Mark

by Jean Hartley

Low-budget films don't mean bad films. Many cult films were shot for little money, and that hasn't stopped them from becoming classics. We live in a time where anyone can pick up a camera, make a movie, and make a big name out of it. If you're confident and you have something to say to the world - go for it. The tips below will help you organize the process and succeed.

2021, Column, Editorial, Independent FilmDon ShanahanSeptember 4, 2021Comment