MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" podcast talking "Project Power"

Twice now in the same month since a multi-month hiatus of scheduling, Ian Simmons was able to assemble the fabled “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” on his Kicking the Seat podcast for a brand new superhero film: Netflix’s Project Power. Myself, David Fowlie of Keeping It Reel, and Emmanuel Noisette of E-Man’s Movie Reviews popped our pills with Ian to put our buzz into the exploits of Jamie Foxx, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Dominique Fishback. Enjoy our thorough podcast chat linked below via Stitcher!

Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2020Don ShanahanAugust 15, 2020AMC River East 21Kicking the SeatComment

GUEST COLUMN: The 12 Greatest Advertising Movies Ever Made

by Maria Barnes

Marketing and advertising is an integral part of a successful business. If you don't have a decently staged marketing system, you shouldn't expect your sales profit increase. Of course, there might be some positive shifts, but not to the extent to make your business successful. In this article we share our top 12 engaging advertising movies that solve several problems simultaneously

2020, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home Media, Streaming, SPECIALDon ShanahanAugust 7, 2020Comment

Gambling-Related Movies You Need To Watch Right Now

People love to be entertained and one of the most effective forms of entertainment is watching movies where people can visualize fictional stories and relate them to their personal lives. Another entertainment channel that more and more people are now keen on trying because of technological innovations is trying their luck through gambling. Aside from having the chance to win a significant sum, people enjoy going through the experience. Perhaps it is for this reason that there are several movies created with a gambling theme and below are some of the ones that you need to watch now.

2020, Column, Editorial, Home Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanAugust 3, 2020Comment

4 Casino-Related Movies That Are Based on Real-Life Events

It’s hard not to find yourself suddenly fixated on a movie once you know that it’s based on real-life events. While there may be some extra dramatization for production purposes, the fact that the events transpired in real-life adds a rich realistic layer to the movie. Gambling happens to be one interesting real-life topic that has been made into countless movies. From crime overlords to mathematical geniuses, we’ll be listing the top 4 casino-related movies that have true stories behind them.

2020, Column, Editorial, Home Media, SPECIAL, Social MediaDon ShanahanJuly 30, 2020Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 10 Best Modern American Classics for Learning English With Movies

by Sandra Mason

Learning English is challenging for many people. The lack of time and the tedious process often are getting in the way of success. The good news is experts already know how to learn a language faster and speak English fluently. There is also the general principle that helped many beginners to improve speaking and listening skills. We talk about watching movies to get good at English, keeping it on a fun side. Videos are the source of essential English vocabulary and natural style. If you want to sound like a native speaker, films cannot be discarded as a contributor to the education process.

2020, Home Media, GUEST EDITORIAL, SPECIAL, ColumnDon ShanahanJuly 30, 2020Comment

COLUMN: Snowpiercer: Good Entertainment or a Bad Remake?

The modern TV industry is incredibly focused on serving relevant entertainment to the general public. Every show is targeting a certain demographic and their needs or characteristics. Nevertheless, there are quite a few general trends that occur all over the world. First and foremost is the rise of science fiction. Yes, we do remember good old Doctor Who and a long list of science fiction shows or movies from the mid and late 20th century. However, this niche has never been as active and relevant as it is now.

2020, Column, GUEST CRITIC, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home Media, Editorial, Streaming, SPECIALDon ShanahanJuly 28, 2020Comment

COLUMN: Defending Jacob: An Exquisite Crime Drama Everyone Will Enjoy

Over the past few years, we have witnessed many adaptions and excellent shows filmed by big corporations such as Netflix, Hulu, HBO and Apple TV. Thanks to gigantic investments in the film and TV production industry, we now have an opportunity to watch a wide variety of shows. The sector has become so competitive that there is very little point in comparing productions to each other. Rather, we should evaluate and discuss them individually. We have come to the point where every TV product and a movie is remarkably personal.

2020, Column, Editorial, GUEST CRITIC, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home Media, SPECIAL, StreamingDon ShanahanJuly 28, 2020Comment

Top 6 Documentaries About Cryptocurrency You Need to Watch

If you want to learn more about cryptocurrency trading, you should choose the right platform that is characterized by innovative technology. As seen on the bitcoin loophole, there are trading platforms that designed both automated and manual cryptocurrency for different types of users. If you choose a trading platform that uses the right software, you can easily make money by investing in the minimum amount of funds, time, and effort. However, some people still do not know how cryptocurrency functions. Luckily, there are dozens of documentaries and films specifically produced to enlighten people about cryptocurrency.

2020, Column, Editorial, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanJuly 26, 2020Comment

4 Surprising Casino Facts Found in Famous Movies

The movies offer wonderful food for thought and huge doses of much-needed escapism. However, some of the realities they claim to depict are heightened or straight up glossed over for the benefit of entertainment. Of course, you knew that. But, as a casino aficionado, you perhaps did not realize the extent to which the beloved games are twisted for the storyline to work. Here are a few correctives to common misconceptions about casinos and gambling promulgated by cinema.

2020, Column, Editorial, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanJuly 25, 2020Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 10 Tips for Setting Up Your Home Theater

by Arslan Hassan

A television in your sitting room with a few comfortable couches cannot beat the unmatched experience of watching a movie on a big 4K HD Screen. That is why we all run to the cinemas to enjoy our favorites movies. However, having a home theater is infinitely more convenient than going to the grimy cinema that charges a lot yet doesn’t allow us to bring our own snacks. So why not set up your home theater? With the advancement in microchip technology, the home television industry has made immense progress.

Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanJuly 23, 2020 Comments

GUEST EDITORIAL: Strange Celebrity Addictions

by Daniel Korolija

We are all addicted to something, and usually, we’re not even aware of it. Some of us enjoy watching the same TV show every day, while others compulsively coil locks of hair around their fingers. Celebrities have the same obsessions and compulsions as the rest of us. They’re people too. The phrase “celebrity addictions” brings drugs and alcohol to mind, but the truth is that famous people face a full spectrum of obsessions and fixations. From celebrity gamblers to shopping addicts, here’s what the rich like to fixate on.

2020, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, SPECIAL, Social MediaDon ShanahanJuly 21, 2020Comment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" podcast talking "The Old Guard"

For the first time since Birds of Prey (and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn) and for the first time since the COVID-19 quarantine, Ian Simmons was able to assemble the fabled “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” on his Kicking the Seat podcast for a brand new comic book film. No, it’s not Black Widow from the MCU or Wonder Woman 1984 for the DCEU. Those ports are delayed and closed. We shine a light on the Netflix hitter The OId Guard based on Greg Rucka’s graphic novel that ran on the Image Comics imprint. Ian led myself, David Fowlie of Keeping It Reel, and Emmanuel Noisette of E-Man’s Movie Reviews for a lively dais! For those keeping score, this was my 40th appearance on Ian’s program!