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Lucas Friesen

Lucas Friesen

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· 12/24/2024

It's a Stacked Cinema Christmas Card -- Which Will You See First?

There are five major releases coming to North American cinemas for Christmas! 1. Babygirl (A24) 2. A Complete Unknown (Searchlight Pictures/Disney) 3. Nosferatu (Universal) 4. The Brutalist (A24/Universal) 5. The Fire Inside (Amazon/MGM) Which are you going to see first?

Ishika Banerjee: omg the brutalist, they better have ann intermission though cause I have to use the washroom a lot

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Lucas Friesen

Lucas Friesen

Cinephile PanelManuscript MagicianThe Film Collector

Wonka was Disappointing but Not Terrible

Wonka is a 2023 Warner Bros. movie directed by Paul King and starring Timothée Chalamet. King wrote the screenplay with Simon Farnaby, who also plays Basil in the movie. The original songs were created by Neil Hannon, while Joby Talbot provided the score. The movie had a budget of $125-million and made $634-million at the box office. It tells the origin story of Willy Wonka, the flamboyant chocolatier created by Roald Dahl and made infamous by Gene Wilder in the classic 1971 movie, Willy Wonka &

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Wonka was Disappointing but Not Terrible
Jose Adams

Jose Adams

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This is an action-adventure movie for Christmas 2024, with excellent actors, such as Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) and Chris Evans (who we know as Captain America, among so many movies). The theme is that these characters must rescue Santa, who has been kidnapped, and thus save Christmas. Something we have seen a thousand times before. Seeing that these magnificent actors will be in this movie, we immediately thought it would be a blockbuster. However, it wasn't. For some reason, I found it tiresome

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Lucas Friesen

Lucas Friesen

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The Great Grinch Showdown!

‘Tis the season, Peliplaters. This week, whether we like it or not, is Christmas. It's the time of the year for Mariah Carey, eggnog and the Grinch. I love the Grinch. He's an antihero. The challenge is choosing which adaptation to watch. There are three options. How to choose? Do you go for the cartoon classic, the live-action comedy or the new-age illumination? In order to decide which Grinch is best, I sat down and watched all three, back to back to back. What I discovered were generational d

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Terrifier 3: Santa’s Naughty List Just Got Longer - Art the Clown Joins Horror’s Hall of Fame

The Grinch is somewhere clutching his pearls, because Christmas got its most unwelcome visitor yet. Terrifier 3, Damien Leone's latest entry in the indie slasher franchise, takes Art the Clown—a mime with a knack for destruction—and catapults him straight into the ranks of iconic horror villains like Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees, and Michael Myers. Except, unlike his slasher siblings, Art doesn’t just kill—he performs. And we, the audience, are his captivated victims. His diabolical, twisted a

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Terrifier 3: Santa’s Naughty List Just Got Longer - Art the Clown Joins Horror’s Hall of Fame
marvelousmars

marvelousmars

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Lonely at Christmas? The Holdovers is here to help.

Chistmas : a time for seeking warmth in the cold, at least traditionally. While we get physical warmth from good food and cozy scarves, the real highlight of the season is warming our hearts with thoughtful gifts and kind company. If I'm entirely honest, though, it feels like kind company is lacking these days, and not just for Christmas. I somehow feel increasingly alone, and I'm not the only one. It seems almost laughable, in the age of smartphones and social media, and yet it’s true. Why are

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Lonely at Christmas? The Holdovers is here to help.
marvelousmars

marvelousmars

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F*** Santa : 5 Anti-Santa Movies and Shows to Watch This Year

Look, for all the love I have for Christmas, I absolutely despise Santa. Jolly old man? More like nefarious symbol of capitalism, consumerism, and cultural imperialism. I can feel some sympathy for old Saint Nick - he didn’t ask to be turned into a marketing tool by Coca-Cola. But what’s done is done, and Santa sucks now. If you’re like me and can’t stand the sight of Santa anymore (or just want to watch something a little different this holiday season), this is the list for you : 5 films and ep

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F*** Santa : 5 Anti-Santa Movies and Shows to Watch This Year
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JamieL

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Wonka: Not a Prequel to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, but a Departure from It

Finally, Wonka is out. At first glance, this movie, which tells the backstory of Willy Wonka from the classic children's book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, seems pretty charming. It's got Hollywood's current top dude, Timothée Chalamet, as the main lead; Wonka's director is also none other than Paul King, the man behind the Paddington series. In the trailer, we see all sorts of fancy candies and cool gadgets, a young and happy Wonka, and those mysterious yet adorable Oompa Loompas, all hint

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Rotten Tomatoes 96%: Another Must-Watch Christmas Film

After a six-year hiatus, director Alexander Payne seems to have rediscovered the formula that resonates with fans. His latest film, The Holdovers, is filled with retro charm and warmth and will likely become a new addition to everyone's Christmas movie list. It also positions itself as a contender for the upcoming Oscar season. As a renowned Hollywood director, Payne's notable works include Sideways and Nebraska. His strength lies in telling profound life stories within simple and ordinary narra

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Rotten Tomatoes 96%: Another Must-Watch Christmas Film
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theohoratio

The Matrix MakerReal TalkerLocal Legend

"A Christmas Carol": If life could start over, how do you plan to live?

"To my knowledge, in the long course of a year, it is only during this season that men and women seem to open their tightly closed hearts simultaneously." - Charles Dickens, "A Christmas Carol" First, I wish all readers a Merry Christmas! Speaking of Christmas, I have to mention the classic and iconic work, "A Christmas Carol." Coming from the pen of the British literary giant Charles Dickens, it is also my favorite work by Dickens. This work tells the story of a miserly character, Scrooge, who,

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"A Christmas Carol": If life could start over, how do you plan to live?
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Abolfazl Heidari

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Abolfazl Heidari

Abolfazl Heidari (born 30 June , 2005, in Babol, Iran) is an Iranian musician. Abolfazl Heidari is student of Dental university of Babol. He started his professional artistic at 2023 with new Album ( Sardar Irani ) . . . . Instagram

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"Happiest Season": Maintained a family-friendly tone without resorting to clichés or creating unnecessary commotion

Given the abundance of heterosexual holiday movies, the repetitive nature can become dull. Criticizing a specific 2020 movie within this realm seems unjust. The director's perspective is valid—lesbians, too, desire to partake in the Christmas celebrations and share their unique narratives. Everyone possesses their version of the story, and each one deserves acknowledgment and representation. The central idea of this movie is that coming out of the closet in the 2020s is still not easy. Most of t

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"Happiest Season": Maintained a family-friendly tone without resorting to clichés or creating unnecessary commotion

The Holdovers: The Best New Christmas Movie of The Season

If it weren't for "The Holdovers,” I wouldn't have realized that the last time I saw Alexander Payne's direction was 6 years ago. The representative work of this 62-year-old director, "Sideways," is a favourite of many film fans. He and the Korean actress Sandra Oh got married but the couple filed a divorce three years later. Now he is married to a Greek literature scholar and has a daughter. Throughout his career, Oscars, Golden Palm Awards, Golden Globes, BAFTAs and more major awards frequentl

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The Holdovers: The Best New Christmas Movie of The Season
Abolfazl Heidari

Abolfazl Heidari

First Draft Hustler

Abolfazl Heydari

'''Abolfazl Heidari''' (born June 30, 2005) is a Iranian [[Musician]],[[Composer]] and [[Actor]]. {{Infobox musical artist | name = ''Abolfazl Heidari'' | image = File:Abolfazl Heidari.jpg | caption = Abolfazl Heidari at 2021 | birth_date = {{birth date and age|2005|06|30|df=y}} | birth_place = [[Babol]] , [[Iran]] | genre = [[Persian pop]] | occupation = [[Composer|Composer]] , [[Musician|Musician]] , [[Actor]] | instrument = [[piano]] , [[guitar]] | website = https://ab007sr.wixsite.com/abolfa

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theohoratio

theohoratio

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"How did Christmas Come About? What are the Christmas Elements Hidden in the Animated Film 'Klaus' ?

As the grandest holiday in the Christian world, Christmas naturally receives ample attention on both the big and small screens. Classic films such as "It's a Wonderful Life," "How the Grinch Stole Christmas," "Winnie the Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year," and "The Polar Express" have become timeless treasures in the history of cinema. Just as swimsuits, hot springs, and school festivals are traditional elements in Japanese anime, Christmas specials are a staple in TV shows from English-speaking coun

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"How did Christmas Come About? What are the Christmas Elements Hidden in the Animated Film 'Klaus' ?
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SuperDCM+

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'The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special' is So Sweet

Following the culmination of the "Endgame," Marvel entered a phase marked by a sense of melancholy. The original line-up of MCU superheroes, who had been with us for a decade, began to step back. This ushered in the 4th phase, introducing teenage Avengers and the emergence of a new generation of superheroes in both films and television series. Unfortunately, this transition received negative reception, leading to a notable decline in Marvel's reputation during the 4th phase. "The Guardians of th

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'The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special' is So Sweet
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SuperMovie

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Merry Christmas: the "Loveliest" War Movie I've Ever Seen

There exists a category of movies often referred to as "European movies." Exemplary works include "The Spanish Apartment" and its sequel "Russian Dolls," along with "Merry Christmas" (2005), which served as France's entry for the Oscar for Best Foreign Language Film. These films aren't merely about filming across multiple European countries or featuring actors from diverse backgrounds. Instead, they depict the collision and gradual integration of European cultural histories through characters an

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Merry Christmas: the "Loveliest" War Movie I've Ever Seen

Christmas in August: the Chowon Photo Studio, a Station of Life

"I always knew that feelings of love would fade - just like old photographs. But for you... you will always remain in my heart, as you are in my last moment. Thank you, and goodbye." - Christmas in August I often hear people talking about how to end their lives extraordinarily on the day when the world ends. I find it a little funny. Isn't our existence often measured as too brief? Whether it's Jung-won grappling with a terminal illness or us, enjoying good health, what truly sets us apart? Life

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Christmas in August: the Chowon Photo Studio, a Station of Life

Home Alone: It Is Still the Perfect Christmas Movie 30 Years Later

"Home Alone" is a movie that warrants multiple viewings, even when the plot is familiar. Each time you watch it, there's an irresistible urge to pause and savor the moments. This timeless film has brought laughter to generations of fans and remains a holiday classic that continues to captivate audiences. The plot is well-known: during Christmas vacation, an 8-year-old boy named Kevin is accidentally left at home by his parents. He uses all his wits and tricks to deal with two burglars who try to

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Home Alone: It Is Still the Perfect Christmas Movie 30 Years Later

"Elf": The Christmas-Themed Movies

As November rolls in, Christmas draws near. Christmas didn't hold much significance in China. The notions of Santa Claus stemmed from fairy tales alone. During New Year celebrations, the "lucky money" handed out by adults was simply a crumpled banknote, far removed from the picturesque scenes where children in other countries awoke to discover gifts nestled in elegant stockings. At that time, the concept of romance eluded us, yet we couldn't help but envy kids from foreign lands. With time passi

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