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Movie Review – One Life
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The first thing that struck me is the magnificent job Johnny Flynn does as a young Anthony Hopkins. From his first scene you can see how he studied the head movements and manner of speaking that personifies Anthony Hopkins. It’s a little strange that the actor is working to imitate another actor who is playing…
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Reasons to View “The Last Wife”
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in ListVietnam’s turbulent 19th century sets the stage for “The Last Wife,” a powerful film inspired by Hồng Thái’s novel “The Lake of Vengeance.” Linh, a young woman of striking beauty, is forced into a loveless marriage with the powerful district governor, Quan Đức Trọng. Though she bears him a daughter, the societal pressure intensifies as…
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Lost in Translation: Bringing Portuguese Films to Life in English
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in ListCapturing Meaning and Nuance Translating dialogue from Portuguese to English requires more than just a literal word-for-word translation. The translator must carefully analyze the original dialogue and find ways to convey not just the meaning of the words, but also the tone, humor, cultural references, and nuance. Some expressions or jokes in Portuguese simply do…
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Love Amidst Life’s Trials
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“Ordinary Love” revolves around the lives of Joan and Tom, a retired couple whose routine is disrupted when Joan discovers a lump in her breast. Their emotional journey unfolds with Joan’s cancer diagnosis, the strains of treatment, and the profound impact on their decades-long relationship. The film explores the ordinary yet deeply moving aspects of…
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Is there anything extra during the end credits of The Shift?
Yes, there are extra scenes during, or after, the end credits of The Shift. View details and movie information…
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Movie Review – The Shift
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Movies have a unique ability to provoke profound contemplation on existential and spiritual matters, leading viewers to ponder the concept of God. Filmmakers often use visual and narrative mediums to explore questions about faith, purpose, and the human condition. Whether through allegorical tales, philosophical discussions, or the portrayal of transcendent experiences, movies can catalyze introspection…
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May The Fifth Be With You
Many years ago I had a novelty calendar. The conceit of it was that every day of the year was a a holiday celebrated somewhere by some group of people. By claiming affinity with those groups you could claim every day of the year as a holiday. All it did was find obscure occasions to…
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Movies About College Life: 10 Most Interesting Movies
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in ListCollege life offers students the chance to grow, discover, and learn about themselves. It is full of opportunities, social activities, and academic challenges. College life has been the backdrop for many memorable and iconic movies. These movies offer invaluable insights. Goodwill Hunting Goodwill Hunting is a captivating tale of self-discovery. The main character navigates a…
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Puss in Boots: The Last Wish If you want to smile and feel jaunty, this is for you
As this is my last day in the UK with Rob, our RunPee correspondent over there, and I was excited to see a relaxing, soothing movie with himself and Alice (his cute granddaughter). I was thrilled with Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. After a stream of somewhat disappointing movies over my UK journey (The Fabelmans,…
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Movie Review – Terrifier 2
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Terrifier 2 has similarities to its predecessor Terrifier. Like any sequel, it ramps things up and explains a little more. Both movies are almost a love letter to horror fans that love practical effects. The good and the cheesy looking that can come along with that. Similar to how in a lot of the 1980s…