MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" YouTube roundtable for "Shang-Chi"

A new Marvel movie, and a very special one at that, summons “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” on Ian Simmons’s Kicking the Seat roundtable. The runaway success that is Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings has inspired audiences instantly. It sure hit strong with us film critics too, but, just not all of us. Enjoy Ian, myself, Annie Banks of Chuck Load of Comics, David Fowlie of Keeping it Reel, Mike Crowley of You’ll Probably Agree, and Mark Krawczyk of Special Mark Productions to hear praises and one big strong dissenting opinion. Come to the show, but don’t listen to that guy. Enjoy the movie!

Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2020Don ShanahanSeptember 9, 2021AMC River East 21Kicking the Seat, What If...?, What If, Disney+, MarvelComment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "Kicking the Seat" YouTube roundtable for "What If..." Episode 5

What kind of thing can swerve superheroes? Zombies! 2009 called and they want their gimmick back. That said, superpowered zombies is a plenty interesting idea. Leave it to the animated What If…? to try it on for size with its fifth episode. The roundtable of assembled critics on the the Kicking the Seat YouTube channel came away split on our takes of approval or disapproval. Watch and listen to Ian Simmons of the Kicking the Seat, myself, Annie Banks of Chuck Load of Comics, David Fowlie of Keeping it Reel, Mike Crowley of You’ll Probably Agree, and Mark Krawczyk of Special Mark Productions show you who’s who with that division.

Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2020Don ShanahanSeptember 9, 2021AMC River East 21Kicking the Seat, What If...?, What If, Disney+, MarvelComment

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

GUEST EDITORIAL: 4 Uses of Movies in Education

by Jason Burrey

What is the relevance of engaging movies in our education? Does this have an impact on the progress of an individual? With this article, we will look at various ways through which movies help boost education. Read n for more!

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home MediaDon ShanahanSeptember 4, 2021Comment

PODCAST: Episode 23 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For our 23rd episode and the second of our epic in-person series, 25YL film critics, Griswoldian dads, and surly school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan continue with conversations collected from sharing a microphone together. In honor of Will's traveling to Chicago, the two new buds select some favorites and dismissals in the subgenre of road movies. Honk your horn and come over for this Windy City-set episode. 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 ShanahanSeptember 4, 2021road movies, ChicagoComment

MOVIE REVIEW: Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings

Even if the advice is only spoken for a moment amid flurries of exposition and martial arts melee, neither versions of those breaths feel wasted in this new Marvel Studios entry. And does this movie ever breathe! In this sensational origin story, we gulp and we gasp with every kinetic huff and puff of our heroes and villains embroiled in turmoil and combat. I, for one, dig that simplistic focus on the voluntary and involuntary ways Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings draws in its oxygenated energy.