GUEST COLUMN: 7 New Netflix Health Documentaries To Stream Right Now

by Crystal M. Wilson

Nowadays, many people make all kinds of efforts to stay healthy. They educate themselves with the help of different books and scientific studies to know more about their bodies. All these means are effective in providing crucial information you need to stay healthy. However, there is one more way to educate yourself more about health: Documentaries! You can find many fantastic documentaries talking about human health on Netflix. The makers of these documentaries want to educate the world about some of the less-discussed topics. So, here is the list of seven Netflix health documentaries to stream right now.

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GUEST COLUMN: 4 Recent and Popular Films That Discuss Social Justice

By Kevin Faber

Many people watch movies to escape from the real world. However, movies aren't always made for that purpose. In fact, many films shine a light on the injustices in society, particularly ones that are still relevant today. Regrettably, these movies, while important, can often be too dark or dense to watch. Fortunately, there are many films that tackle such issues while maintaining widespread appeal. If this is something you're looking for, here are four recent and popular films that discuss social justice.

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MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" Mission Report for Episode 2 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

It sure didn’t take long for this Disney+ series to get going. “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” led by Ian Simmons, host of the Kicking the Seat podcast and YouTube channel led our second “Mission Report” for this squad covering The Falcon and the Winter Soldier series on Disney+. Enjoy Ian, myself, David Fowlie of Keeping It Reel, and Mark Krawczyk of The Spoiler Room Podcast. David Fowlie said it best with this episode talking about the “dimensions” showing up in all places.

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GUEST EDITORIAL: 3 Reasons Why Modern Filmmakers Prefer Instagram to Other Social Media Platforms

by Josh Mathew

Instagram, the image-sharing social app has taken content to another level and no other industry reaped its benefits more than the creative discipline. Filmmakers use their professional expertise and make films for the audience to see on the big screen and therefore, filmmakers can make the most out of Instagram creatives for their branding.

2021, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Social MediaDon ShanahanMarch 24, 2021Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: Best Tips and Tricks to Promote Hollywood Movies Using Instagram

by Josh Mathew

Filmmaking has evolved much down the years, primarily when it comes to the personal branding of Hollywood movies. The photo-sharing app Instagram is more than just posting selfies today and more about promoting your movies on the platform to garner more likes, comments, and boost user engagement. The social media experts say that Instagram is the perfect channel to promote feature films for directors, cinematographers, or for that matter, any professional related to visual arts.

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MEDIA APPEARANCE: Highlighted on Rotten Tomatoes for "Nobody"

When a big new film drops, the Rotten Tomatoes news and editorial staff collects thoughts, lines, and sentiments from the early-arriving reviews and features them in a quick collection piece. I was timely and noticed for my recent Nobody review. It's a long way from a pull quote in a trailer or printed on a disc release (and not the quote I would have used from my review), but I won't pass up the spotlight and love from Rotten Tomatoes. It’s very cool to included with the top national critics. Much appreciated, RT! Check out your boy!

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PODCAST: Episode 1 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

The first episode is here! Fellow film critic, dad, and school teacher Will Johnson and I debut with this opening episode on Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood. Will calls it a masterpiece and I think otherwise. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun this movie encapsulates. Welcome to our new podcast!

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GUEST COLUMN: 5 Best Documentaries On Amazon Prime To Watch This Weekend

by Crystal M. Wilson

Have you been wondering how to keep yourself busy over the weekend? Movies and documentaries make a perfect fit for anyone who enjoys a bit of TV or general watching. Whether you are visiting a cinema or watching your favorite show from home, make sure to have a worthy playlist. Fortunately, documentary lovers have a variety of choices from Amazon Prime. Below are unique documentaries that make an excellent choice for any weekend, especially if you want to binge-watch.

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MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "CinemaJaw" podcast #508

This past week, I was stoked to join my critic peers as a guest on the CinemaJaw podcast, hosted by fellow Chicago Indie Critic members Matt Kubinski and Ryan Jagiello. This was my fourth appearance on their show. CinemaJaw remains one of the best and entertaining movie podcasts in this or any city. Give their work a like and a follow!

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MOVIE REVIEW: Nobody

Our former schlub begins punching, shooting, stabbing, plotting, huffing, and puffing through an escalating network of Russian mobsters. Bob Odenkirk puts his 53-year-old self through two years of training in the hands to become a polo-shirted wraith of wanton violence. In between fights, Odenkirk’s graveled voice and line delivery pushes the severity of his morals and mindset to match his fists and trigger finger. He’s simply awesome and owns this movie.

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MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" Mission Report for Episode 1 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier

The gravy train of creative offerings from Marvel Studios shows no signs of stopping and neither win the efforts of “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” led by Ian Simmons, host of the Kicking the Seat podcast and YouTube channel. Welcome to the first “Mission Report” for this squad covering The Falcon and the Winter Soldier series on Disney+. Enjoy Ian, myself, David Fowlie of Keeping It Reel, and Mark Krawczyk of The Spoiler Room Podcast. The new team-up of Anthony Mackie and Sebastian Stan had us all very impressed to see where this is going.

Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2020Don ShanahanMarch 20, 2021AMC River East 21Kicking the Seat, WandaVisionComment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" YouTube podcast "Zack Synder's Justice League"

Smashed between Marvel TV shows came the hotly anticipated Zack Snyder’s Justice League from the DC side of comic books and movies. The outpouring of fan ranting masked as support made this happen and the resulting four-hour new take makes a great deal of capital improvements that won over some of “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” and missed for others. Enjoy host Ian Simmons of the Kicking the Seat podcast on his YouTube channel bringing together myself, David Fowle of Keeping It Reel, and Mike Crowley of You’ll Probably Agree to talk all about his new HBO Max epic. Sorry for my late arrival!