MOVIE REVIEW: Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul

Through impressive performances from Support the Girls star Regina Hall and This is Us Emmy winner Sterling K. Brown, Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul has caricatures so believable that they transcend the winking-at-the-camera trope with vivid potency. There’s another level of “commitment to the bit.” We, the audience are not normally supposed to believe what we see from the characters but, with these two, we buy it.

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PODCAST: Episode 79 of "The Cinephile Hissy Fit" Podcast

For their 79th episode, our two divided film critics, force-sensitive dads, and working school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan present the second of two special in-person collaboration episodes coming from Will's recent visit to Chicago. He and Don assembled a group of Chicago film critic friends to put some content together. Mike Crowley of 25YL and "You'll Probably Agree" again set up recordings at The Laugh Factory with us, himself, Cati Glidewell of "The Blonde in Front" and Collider freelancer Hayden Mears. For this show, the dais goes to battle on the much-debated merit of "Star Wars: The Last Jedi."

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What Is Cannabis Tolerance?

Cannabis tolerance is the process by which an individual becomes less sensitive to the effects of cannabis over time. This can happen for various reasons, including extended use, changes in body composition, or simply because of how cannabis interacts with our physiology. Whatever the reason, it's essential to be aware of the possibility of developing tolerance to adjust your use accordingly.

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GUEST COLUMN: Best Movies That Take Place in Texas

by Lewis Robinson

Texas is one of the most notable states in the whole United States of America, and there are plenty of good reasons for this. When it comes to the realm of cinematic excellence, there are plenty of movies that take place in the Longhorn State, showcasing its landscapes and unique marvels. In this article, you'll learn about some of the best movies that take place in the great state of Texas.

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GUEST COLUMN: 5 Favorite Movies With A Home Improvement Theme

by Lewis Robinson

Many home buyers and homeowners eventually go through renovating their homes. The project might conclude quickly for small changes made to the dwelling, or, depending on the scale and scope of the home overhaul, it can take years. Once the family moves into the home, the repair projects do not stop. For homeowners, home improvements can seem never-ending. While many find these home maintenance chores enjoyable, a sizeable number of people find making home improvements fraught with ironies and exasperating situations as part of the process until the work concludes

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GUEST COLUMN: 3 of the Best Car Movies

by Lewis Robinson

Movies that feature cars span just about every genre. In so many moves, cars figure prominently in the plot line, and they often represent one of the most important settings depicted in a film. The role of cars in movies has evolved, and taking a look back at some of the lesser known but most well-directed movies about cars illustrates the dynamic concept of a car as a narrative vehicle.

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GUEST COLUMN: 5 Money Lessons You Can Learn From Titles Alone

by Kevin Faber

From classic films such as Gone With the Wind, where Scarlet watches her life blow away with the gales of the Civil War, to any of the more recent Justice League installments where superheroes fight for what is right, there is much to be gleaned from a few carefully chosen words. If you are curious or even confused about the swirling information regarding student borrowing, repayment and debt, consider these five titles and what wisdom each could impart about money management.

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