MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the "You'll Probably Agree" podcast talking about "Spider-Man: No Way Home"

Mike Crowley of the You’ll Probably Agree website (and fellow 25YL film critic) collected a few movie friends in the exhaling wake of the Chicago press screening of Spider-Man: No Way Home. Still buzzing, Mike’s digital recorder and microphone array captured the rants and processing compliments of myself, David Fowlie of Keeping It Reel, and Annie Banks of Chuck Load of Comics. This was boozy, sweaty, and fun! Enjoy this energetic conversation and be sure to follow Mike’s work on 25YL.

Social Media, SPECIAL, Podcast, Media Appearance, Editorial, Home Media, 2021Don ShanahanDecember 16, 2021Mike Crowley, You'll Probably AgreeComment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the Kicking the Seat's "HawkTalk" YouTube roundtable for Episode 5 of "Hawkeye"

For me, the penultimate episode of Disney+’s MCU limited series Hawkeye felt like the calm before the finale storm that some of us like to call “filler.” Yes, the dreaded TV f-word. In any case, the character development was still strong as was the discussion among “Earth’s Mightiest Critics.” Watch the live-recorded “HawkTalk” Kicking the Seat YouTube roundtable for this fifth episode featuring the talents of Ian, myself, my Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast partner Will Johnson, David Fowlie of Keeping it Reel, Mark Krawczyk of Special Mark Productions, Mike Crowley of You’ll Probably Agree, Annie Banks of Chuck Load of Comics.

Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2020Don ShanahanDecember 16, 2021AMC River East 21Kicking the Seat, Disney+, Marvel, HawkeyeComment

GUEST COLUMN: 7 Adventure Movies You Can’t Wait To Watch This New Year

by Emma Wilson

It’s hard to believe it’s almost the end of 2021. And the good thing is people are gradually stepping out of our virtual worlds, although things might never go back to the ‘normal’ before the pandemic struck. But if there’s one thing that’s going back to normal, it’s the numerous new movies coming up. Now, that’s amazing news, especially for all the movie buffs out there.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanDecember 14, 2021Comment

MEDIA APPEARANCE: "Cinephile Hissy Fit" guests on "Darkseid of the Moon" to talk "The Incredible Hulk"

Irishman writer, author, creator, and podcaster stud Vincent Greene is former editor of mine from 25YL and he’s got a banger of podcast called Darkseid of the Moon, part of his MDK Productions label. That’s “murder, death, kill” for you non-clever folks. He’s been marching through Phase 1 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and landed on 2008’s The Incredible Hulk. Vinnie’s a big fan of myself, the Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast, and fellow 25YL alum Will Johnson. He invited our duo on his podcast to smash up our likes and dislikes for the Edward Norton superhero vehicle, and we are a surly bunch! Follow Vinnie and his plethora of projects on Twitter and Facebook!

PODCAST: Episode 38 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For our 38th episode and second of two released this week, 25YL film critics, rebooted dads, and heroic school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan welcome bacl special guest Rachel S. for another chapter of a trio of retrospectives of big screen Spider-Man takes on a chatty march to Spider-Man: No Way Home. This back-and-forth convo looks back at the Andrew Garfield/Emma Stone double of The Amazing Spider-Man and The Amazing Spider-Man 2. There's love and hate to share!

PODCAST: Episode 37 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For our 37th episode and first of two released this week, 25YL film critics, undead dads, and nimble school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan welcome special guest Rachel S. in the first of a massive three-part retrospective on the big screen iterations of Spider-Man. This first hearty conversation covers the Tobey Maguire/Sam Raimi trio of films from the 00s. See where three very divergent opinions land on this classic trilogy!

Cinephile Hissy Fit, Podcast, 25YL, Media AppearanceDon ShanahanDecember 10, 2021Spider-ManComment

GUEST EDITORIAL: What Makes Movie Characters Iconic?

by Adrian Johansen

There are various aspects of a movie that can cause it to transcend its theatrical run to have a lasting influence on our culture. There are shots so recognizable they become part of the long-term language of cinema. Individual scenes — the shower sequence in Psycho and the canyon ending of Thelma & Louise — make for easy parody and reference because they’re so ingrained in our film history. Even great costumes can have a timeless connection to a single movie.

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

GUEST COLUMN: 6 Films Architects and Designers Should See

by Lewis Robinson

Architects and designers are both at the helm of creating the iconic buildings and ordinary houses of the world. Both architecture and interior design involve many hands-on steps, like blueprinting the building itself and identifying color schemes and themes. It's also an integral part of cinema for helping to set the scenery and plots. Below are some feature films to source inspiration from that have architecture and design as their major themes.

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

MEDIA APPEARANCE: Guest on the Kicking the Seat's "HawkTalk" YouTube roundtable for Episode 4 of "Hawkeye"

We’re past the halfway point of the Hawkeye series from Disney+ and “Earth’s Mightiest Critics” are digging the character development while wondering how they’re going to wrap it all up in a tidy Christmas bow in merely two episodes. The dais is invested and we question what surprises are left to play. Enjoy the live “HawkTalk” Kicking the Seat YouTube roundtable for this third episode featuring the talents of Ian, myself, David Fowlie of Keeping it Reel, Mark Krawczyk of Special Mark Productions, Mike Crowley of You’ll Probably Agree, Annie Banks of Chuck Load of Comics! Come check out the streaming discussion!

Media Appearance, Podcast, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2020Don ShanahanDecember 9, 2021AMC River East 21Kicking the Seat, Disney+, Marvel, HawkeyeComment

GUEST EDITORIAL: Forensic Accounting In the 2016 Film "The Accountant"

by Devin Caldwell

The field of forensic accounting got a lot of attention with the 2016 film The Accountant, and that interest is sure to surge again, with sequel rumors confirmed in September of 2021. While most accountants are not action movie heroes working with the Mob, they can save clients from embezzlement, lawsuits and fees. A forensic accountant is an auditor, a Certified Public Accountant, or an investigator with experience using legal and financial documents to find evidence of fraud. You often see this field represented in legal dramas and banking or finance-related movies as expert witnesses.

2021, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanDecember 9, 2021Comment

Tips to Win At Teen Patti

Teen Patti is one of the most popular card games played in India and when you access online casinos, you can find this game available. Some sites even have live dealer options for playing this fun and rewarding game. Known for being a game of luck, there are some strategic plans that can be used to improve the chances of winning. This card game is easy to learn, so it is a great choice for players who are just getting started gambling online.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanDecember 9, 2021Comment

GUEST COLUMN: 5 Must-Watch Movies and Documentaries Before Decorating Your Home

by Emma Wilson

Plenty of movies show inspiring tips for decorating your high-end home. Most films have set designs that reveal artistically furnished rooms to add to the story’s plot. They also convey a specific time and the main character’s personality you love to watch and follow. The role of set designers in the movie business is tremendous. Here are some Hollywood movies aired on the big screen and OTT platforms that can be a source of inspiration for your home improvement project.

2021, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIALDon ShanahanDecember 9, 2021Comment