PODCAST: Episode 5 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For our fifth episode, our hosts take a bonus round to debate the upcoming Academy Awards. 25YL film critics, wise dads, and expert school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan go through the Best Picture nominees and highlight their thoughts, favorites, and mindsets coming out of this very drawn-out awards season. The conversation is rich and the debate is easy. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

Cinephile Hissy Fit, Podcast, 25YL, Media AppearanceDon ShanahanApril 24, 2021CherryComment

Want to Watch a Movie When Boating? Here are Some Recommendations

Ditch the boring drive-in movies or watching them at home on the couch with friends for a movie night on a boat. Imagine being able to watch a movie on a comfortable boat with your friends. Only only will this be a whole new experience but will definitely be a memorable one. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, then read along the below recommendations to make this movie night on the boat is a superhit.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanApril 23, 2021Comment

GUEST EDITORIAL: All the Information You Need to Buy Instagram Views to Promote Movies in 2021

If utilized correctly, you can turn your Instagram handle into a platform to showcase endless celebrity appearances, teasers, trailers, and even advanced screening. Can you imagine the traction you can generate? Remember that Instagram has millions of users and all you need to do is increase the visibility of your profile to reach the masses.

2021, Column, Editorial, Social MediaDon ShanahanApril 23, 2021Comment

MOVIE REVIEW: Mortal Kombat

2021’s new Mortal Kombat, debuting simultaneously in reemerging theaters and on HBO Max April 23rd, is a catechism of created clout. It passes tonal tests and achieves feats of action strength to renew and amplify the original zest powered by that inescapable theme song that evaporated from a bad sequel nearly 25 years ago. Bolstered by a commitment to build a mythology beyond the button-smashing combos, Mortal Kombat should ensnare new and old fans alike.

2021, 4 STARS, Home Media, MOVIE REVIEW, StreamingDon ShanahanApril 23, 2021Mortal KombatComment

The Top Movies About Marijuana You Should Watch Right Now

For those out of the loop, the uninitiated, April 20th is unofficially noted as “Weed Day”. This can actually be extended for the entire month of April. Wherever you may fall on the marijuana spectrum we have to agree that a part of the culture is the movies and tv shows dedicated to this particular subculture. If your movie nights could you some fun, laughs and possibly take you on a mind-bending trip then the movies we’ve suggested will put you on the right wavelength. However you roll it, smoke it, light it up, or eat it we’re sure you’ll find something to love on the list we’ve curated.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanApril 22, 2021Comment

SPECIAL: Now a member of the Critics Choice Association

BIG NEWS! Flying the 25YL flag, I’m stunned and proud altogether to be a newly accepted member of the Critics Choice Association, hosts of the annual Critics Choice Awards! Formerly the Broadcast Film Critics Association and founded in 1995, they are national-level organization of film and TV critics and a recognized awards-voting body. Their criteria for internet-based folks like me was "internet critics whose reviews are read by a large enough audience, are easily accessible on their site, and identified as the site's primary critic. That’s me alright.

2021, SPECIAL, Media AppearanceDon ShanahanApril 22, 2021Comment

SPECIAL: Now listed as one of "The Top 100 Movie Critics" on Screench

This week, I was approached by a representative from Screench, a movie recommendation engine website. They were impressed with Every Movie Has a Lesson and wanted to include me in their list of “The Top 100 Movie Critics” and sites to follow on their Critic Ratings page. I was happy to oblige and honored to be included among other top-shelf sites. Check Every Movie Has a Lesson out at #6 on the Top 100!

2021, SPECIAL, Social Media, Media AppearanceDon ShanahanApril 22, 2021Comment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Cinematic Underdogs" podcast talking "Slap Shot"

Through mutual social circles within the Facebook group of the Feelin’ Film Podcast, I was approached by Paul Keelan, one of the hosts of the Cinematic Underdogs podcast, to be a guest on their program. Joined by Jordan Puga, they’ve been targeting sports films for extended conversations. They pitched me to talk about Bennett Miller’s 2011 gem Moneyball, continuing a streak of behind-the-scenes sports movies. Talking with Paul as the “bonus episode” following the main show, our conversation went on to cover film criticism tropes, my hot take of The Tree of Life, and eventually, as planned, our impressions and musings on Moneyball.

2021, Home Media, Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanApril 21, 2021Quality ComixComment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" Mission Report for Episode 5 of "The Falcon and the Winter Soldier"

Led by Ian Simmons, host of the Kicking the Seat podcast and YouTube channel, I sit vitually alongside David Fowlie of Keeping It Reel, Mike Crowley of YPA Reviews, and Mark Krawczyk of The Spoiler Room Podcast. This past week was the penultimate episode of the first season of Marvel’s The Falcon and the Winter Soldier on Disney+. Rather than hitting the gas pedal, the episode pumped the brakes to really let the stakes build and sink in. The character work was very strong. Enjoy our drinks and a lively episode!

Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2020Don ShanahanApril 19, 2021AMC River East 21Kicking the Seat, WandaVisionComment

COLUMN: Movie Characters that Defined the Gambler Stereotypes

Have you ever stopped and wondered how in movies certain characters felt familiar despite seeing them for the first time? There are a handful of gambler movie characters that have certainly left a mark and impact on the way we view gamblers in general. That’s what we’re hoping to learn more about today.

Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanApril 19, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 5 Great Movie Snacks

by Kevin Faber

If you love the movies, you probably have a favorite movie snack. For most people, it's popcorn and a soda. However, there are many other types of movie snacks. The most important thing about movie snacks is that it has to be easy to eat without looking at it.

2021, GUEST EDITORIAL, Editorial, ColumnDon ShanahanApril 19, 2021Comment

How to Choose the Best CBD Products?

You decided to try CBD, but you are confused by the vast offer of hemp-based goods. So, before you choose the best hemp product for yourself, you need to know what's on the market. Some of these include oils, capsules, tinctures, pills, topicals, and diffused edibles. Their prices can vary, depending on the amount of an active component and brand. It is also important to note that each product has its own way of production and delivery to the user. You have to look at them all and consider what is right for your needs. In this source, you can learn how different types of CBD goods will work for you.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanApril 18, 2021Comment