Movies give travelers insights into the life and culture in a foreign country. We can learn a bit about the language how it sounds, get an idea of the location, and even get into their lifestyle, beliefs, and religion through the screen. If you don’t find time to study the country in detail, you can lay back down, make yourself comfortable with some popcorn and enjoy the movie that gets you into Thailand and its cities!
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It wasn’t so long ago that the closest the majority of people got to a viral outbreak was an onscreen depiction. It was a threat safely contained within fictional narratives and its information didn’t need to be retained. It seems strange to think watching those same movies now might give audiences some areas for consideration. Let’s take a look at a few onscreen learning points that are worth revisiting.
Read Moreby Lewis Robinson
The world of business is complex, multidimensional, and high-stakes. In other words, it’s the perfect setting for Hollywood movies! Business movies can be inspiring biopics, seedy exposes, and everything in between. There’s no limit to the creative inspiration filmmakers draw from business. Here are five very different, but very interesting films about the business world.
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Growing up, you might have had a family member that seemed to fall asleep better when there was a TV playing in the background. You would still be awake in your bedroom, playing Nintendo and thinking about what you're going to do tomorrow. In the living room, a parent would be snoozing loudly to the sound of Cheers or Golden Girls playing in the background. Believe it or not, there are actually people out there who find the sounds of background TV shows or movies soothing when they sleep. Background noise has proven to be beneficial for people in many areas, such as sleeping or working.
Read Moreby Andrew Adams
Valentine's Day is a time for love and romance, but it can also be a time for fun and excitement. If you're looking to keep your Valentine's Day celebration spicy, then why not watch some classic love movies together? Here are five of the great love films that will help get your hearts racing this February 14th! If sappy isn't your style, don't worry! This list includes a variety of movies that all have deep underlying love stories.
Read Moreby Lewis Robinson
Finding the courage to follow your passion and become an entrepreneur is a dream for many. Pursuing that dream even when everything that can go wrong does takes something special. If you have hopes of being one of the big successes in your field, it takes more than just intelligence and know-how. These four films, all based on true stories, illustrate the internal skills you need to set you apart from the crowd.
Read Moreby Kevin Gardner
Has it ever bothered you that your favorite movies show people that just look too good to be natural? This has been a shared sentiment around the world for many years now. Hollywood mostly shows the best-looking people in movies and television shows, but this is not a realistic standard of how people look. When people only see these kinds of examples in their daily lives, it might take a toll on their self-esteem. Movie magic makes people look unrealistically beautiful, so it's important to not use this as a gauge to judge yourself.
Read MoreThis week, I could not have been more stoked to see the return of movie drafts from the Feelin’ Film Podcast! This one presented the massive challenge of selecting a collection of the best or most appealing sports movies in seven different categories. The four competitors were Feelin’ Film hosts Aaron White and Patrick Hicks, Cinematic Underdogs Podcast co-host Paul Keelan, and myself. As a veteran of two previous Feelin’ Film drafts, I came to win, and I think I crushed it. Listen for our banter and picks and vote for the winner in the Feelin’ Film Facebook Group and Twitter.
Read MoreFor their 45th episode, 25YL film critics, ranching dads, and paper flower-folding school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan engage in a rodeo of wits and words with special guest Barbara VanDenburgh of USA Today to poke around all the fires started The Power of the Dog. Jane Campion's ensemble drama starring Benedict Cumberbatch, Kristen Dunst, Kodi Smit-McPhee, and Jesse Plemons has this campfire of three split in many directions, making for an impassioned episode and one of the show's best yet.
Read Moreby Kevin Gardner
Precious stones are not only very valuable but also exquisitely beautiful. It is easy to see why people are drawn to them and desire to possess them. Perhaps it is even easy to understand why people would go to any lengths to get them. This may be one reason for the popularity of jewel heist movies. It is easy to admire the skill that goes into planning the heist yet, even if the jewel thieves are sympathetic, it can be satisfying to see them eventually caught.
Read Moreby Kevin Gardner
For decades, books have been adapted into films. From Little Women to The Silence of the Lambs, some times are simply begging to be on the big screen. However, few can compare to the mastery of The Shining, particularly when it comes to adapting a novel. If you'd like to learn more, here are three reasons The Shining is an excellent book adaptation.
Read Moreby Kevin Gardner
California is the home of Hollywood, where the world of movies and film comes to life. You will find celebrities walking down the street, the walk of fame, universal studios, and infinite theatres to watch your favorite flicks. It makes sense that some of the best cinematic masterpieces are set in the golden state. From the classics to recent releases, here are some of Hollywood's greatest films that have been set in California.
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