by Lewis Robinson
Courtroom dramas are so exciting to watch because they have it all – suspense and surprises, twists and turns, corruption and greed– what more could you ask for in a weekend (or even weeknight) binge? Start popping the popcorn, here are five fan-favorite courtroom dramas to check out on your next night in.
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Maybe you are already an eco-friendly activist. Perhaps you would like to start being more eco-conscious, but don't know where to start. You might have a friend, partner, or child that you want to motivate to take better care of their environment. Whatever your reasoning might be, a movie is a great way to inspire interest and action in anyone about anything. Whether the story is true or simply based on real issues such as climate change or deforestation, experiencing a narrative that centers around these ideas can make them seem more real and more pressing.
Read MoreFor a protracted time in Finland, gambling has been an amazing innovation. For enjoyment and entertainment, many of us participate in gambling events. There is a lengthy list of the foremost popular casino films in Finland. In recent decades, the movie industry has depicted several facts concerning Finland's gambling sector, including the Netti casino. Non-gamblers enjoy watching gambling films.
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Anyone struggling with addiction – or who loves someone who is – will agree: people need to tell their stories, share their pain and create awareness around the uphill battle. It’s a recurring theme in movies, often trivialized or glorified. Rock stars are shown living the life, drinking in excess, and using illicit drugs, big shot executives enjoy a line of coke in the boardroom – and unless it’s critical to the plot, we rarely see them suffer the consequences.
Read MoreSerendipitously so, the opposite becomes the case. That line, among many others that follow, could sneakily summarize the FilmRise Sundance darling Marvelous and the Black Hole. Little wonders and big feelings percolate, intersect, smear, and overwhelm a collection of very unique yet relatable people in this film, and the effects could not be more touching and soul-stirring. For folks willing to seek it out in limited theaters, a rewarding hidden gem awaits you.
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The original anime of Ghost in the Shell was a hit with fans for its portrayal of a young woman injured in an accident whose body has been enhanced with cyborg abilities. The 2017 film Ghost in the Shell is a brilliant adaptation of that anime and is sure to please diehard fans as well as those new to the genre.
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Adapting a beloved work of literature for the screen is always a risky procedure. Stick too close to the source material and people will call it derivative and unimaginative. Depart too far from the source material, and people will call it unrecognizable. The stakes are even higher when adapting a work of children's literature because while people are eager to relive a bit of their childhood, they fear having beloved memories usurped or tainted.
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Cyber security is a hot topic among many and with good reason. With more purchases being done online and with websites storing a slew of data, your private information is ripe for the picking by potential hackers. That's why a movie such as Blackhat, starring Chris Hemsworth and directed by Michael Mann should have been a blockbuster sparking interest and debate about security issues threatening society
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The series of Jason Bourne movies are among the most popular and successful in the action-adventure genre. The 2016 installment has the character's name as the title and continues the story from the previous four movies.
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As any alumnus will tell you, college can be stressful! Luckily, you can always put a movie on and relax. So, if you're sorely in need of some downtime, here are four excellent movies to watch as a college student.
Read MoreA virtual private network or VPN safeguards your privacy on the internet. It may also help you stay anonymous by hiding your location and personal information. However, do you know that you can use a VPN to change your location? The process can bring many benefits and help you access blocked content on the web. But, how to use a VPN to change location? Let’s find out.
Read MoreIn being part of the Ruminations Radio Network with my Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast, I’ve been able to meet and digitally commiserate with fellow creative people. As a newbie to the podcast medium, all of them have impressed me with their work ethic in putting spoken words to their passions. Recently, I was invited to be episode guest on the Brevity Box podcast hosted by, as I know them, “Brando” and “CCC.” They had me on to tell my journey as a film critic and what makes me tick as a man juggling all the work that makes me a critic, teacher, husband, and father.
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