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by Toter - 4 days ago

The Rising Trend: Unpacking the Lengthening Runtime of Modern Movies

As cinematic experiences evolve, films like Brady Corbet’s *The Brutalist* challenge our attention spans with their lengthy runtimes. This trend, influenced by the need for narrative depth and differentiation from streaming, reflects a shift in consumer habits. Expect more subplots and spectacle at...

by Toter - 4 days ago

Val Kilmer's Action Figures: A Deep Dive into Their Hidden Melancholy

Val Kilmer, the 1990s Hollywood icon, passed away at 65 due to pneumonia after battling cancer. Known for roles like Iceman in Top Gun and Doc Holliday in Tombstone, his career peaked with Batman Forever. Despite challenges, his performances showcased a blend of strength and underlying melancholy, l...

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Trump’s Affection for the Under Educated

Following his 2016 victory in the Nevada Republican caucuses, the current president celebrated, stating, “We won with young. We won with old. We won with highly educated. We won with poorly educated. I love the poorly educated.” Congressman Bobby Scott (D-VA) urged Republicans to collaborate with De...

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Trump's Directive Aims to Reinstating Controversial Statues

Even the most skeptical knew this day would arrive. Since Donald Trump's January return, subtlety has vanished, replaced by blatant actions. The distortion of American history is now explicit, as seen in his recent executive order aiming at the Smithsonian and the National Museum of African American...