Movie nights have always been about more than just watching a film—they’re about the atmosphere, the comfort, and the company. Whether it’s a solo evening to unwind after a long week or a cozy get-together with friends, the perfect movie night is all about creating the right vibe. From dimmed lights and soft blankets to favorite snacks and soothing scents, every element adds to the experience.
Read MoreAfter a long, stressful day, few things compare to the soothing experience of sitting back, breathing deep, and letting yourself unwind. Whether you’re curled up on the couch, lights dimmed low, or just lying in bed with your favorite snacks, pairing your chill session with the right movie can make all the difference. It’s not just about entertainment—it’s about setting the perfect mood.
Read Moreby Nancy Fernandez
In a world that constantly pushes us toward busyness, productivity, and performance, movies give us something rare: stillness. The lights dim, the chatter fades, and for a couple of hours, our attention narrows to a story. It’s one of the few times many of us allow ourselves to be fully present — to watch, feel, and think without interruption.
Read MoreMulti-chamber bongs push the familiar design of a water pipe into new territory, adding layers of filtration that change how smoke cools and feels. Rather than a single pass through water, each chamber introduces its own percolator and airflow pattern, breaking down harshness while reshaping texture. That structural change has stirred debate: are these rigs refined innovations or overbuilt novelties?
Read MoreWhat could have been a morose, listless slog about a bitter whiner is energized into something of a soul-stirring seance in many layers and moments. If you’re taken away for 100 minutes to think about your life—what you’ve done and haven’t done—and what kind of man or person you want to be, one could do far worse than swoon to Gabriel Byrne and groove to Leonard Cohen.
Read MoreAfter a two-month siesta thanks to the rigors of the teacher day job, I found myself back on the Kicking the Seat podcast and YouTube channel hosted by Ian Simmons. The cinephile world was set ablaze at the end of September with much-ballyhooed release of Paul Thomas Anderson’s new multi-genre opus One Battle After Another. The film has been enjoying all the recency bias and proclamations that it’s the best film of the year and the titan to beat at the Oscars.
Read MoreAs I have grown in press credentials and professional affiliations nationally, I have found myself landing in circles with other film critics of various levels. Recently, I was included in a poll for voting critics for Jordan Ruimy of World of Reel, a fellow Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic. His survey was to collect picks for the best films of Steven Soderbergh from over 100 critics and other industry folk.
Read MoreWhen people think of guitars, Fender and Gibson are probably the two names that come to mind first. However, individuals should not overlook PRS models. These modern instruments blend artistry with engineering precision. These guitars challenge the status quo. They show that a traditional instrument can be created with forward-thinking features.
Read MoreStill, how many times have we written Dwayne Johnson off? How many times have folks rolled their eyes at another beefy piece of blockbuster cheese with his name at the top of the poster? Well, those days are hopefully over. A corner has been turned with The Smashing Machine, and the trust granted to him by Benny Safide to make this character piece and hoist his talent to a higher plane.
Read MoreFor their 213th episode, two AI-fearing film critics, two hominid dads, and two bored teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, venture into the prophetic and distant science fiction of 24 years ago by way of 57 years ago. Those that can do the math can deduce they’re talking about Stanley Kubrick’s cornerstone epic 2001: A Space Odyssey. This was an egregious blindspot for Will and a contrarian hate spot for Don, who’s tried many times to embrace it
Read MoreThanks to a strong third act monologue from Ejiofor speaking on approaching loss as the “inevitable outcome of the love that unites us all,” we want what we he wants and have to remove cynicism to accept that outcome from Johansson’s film with warmth. There’s plenty for the new director to be proud of and a high value to being a mouthpiece for human connection as this film intends.
Read MoreArtificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept confined to tech labs. It has seamlessly become part of our everyday lives, influencing how we work, shop, create, and even interact online. From virtual assistants to AI-driven design tools, the technology is reshaping industries by offering smarter, faster, and more personalized solutions.
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