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Movie Review: 'All the Money in the World'
Don Shanahan is an elementary educator who is also a press credentialed film critic in the Chicago area and one of the founders of the Chicago Independent Film Critics Circle. Combining those lenses together, his site is "Every Movie Has a Lesson" and he writes film reviews with life lessons in mind from the serious to the farcical.
By Don Shanahan8 years ago in Geeks
Becoming a Freelancer
So, you want to be a freelancer? Let me be the first of many to start out by telling you that it sure as heck isn’t going to be easy. If you have thick skin and endless determination, then you “may” have what it takes! Being without steady and/or stable work can cause even the most level-headed of us to crumble under pressure. The pressure to land contacts, jobs, and make connections intensifies when our own livelihood is at stake.
By Nicole (Nikki) M.8 years ago in Journal
When Abuse Pretends It Isn't
Ok, so this is going to be a touchy article, regardless of what experience you have with it. Talking about mental illness (especially when you don't suffer from anything too serious yourself) is usually considered a little off-base. I try to keep my opinions to myself regarding most precarious social issues because no matter what it seems to cause unnecessary upset feelings and judgement, even if nobody is willing to admit it. But hey, I feel like this is important, and I wish I could have read something like this a year ago when I was in the throes of an abusive relationship and battling a mental illness that wasn't my own. If you've ever felt trapped by guilt, you probably have a good idea where I'm coming from. It really makes you question your morality. I never saw myself as someone who would abandon a person battling a MI, I thought it would make me a bad person and some days I feel like it does.
By Carly Anne 8 years ago in Psyche
Essentials for Your Car Emergency Kit
Even if you drive one of the most reliable cars out there, there is still a possibility of breaking down and becoming stranded—which obviously can be scary. Scarier yet would be breaking down without any tools for an emergency situation.
By Joseph Farley8 years ago in Wheel
My Top Tracks of 2017
My favourites of the past year, in no particular order... and yes I included myself in there too.... Mysterious singer, songwriter, and producer that names herself after 'God' and hides her face? Yes please. Elohim was my special find of 2017, an eclectic sound so unique to her alone. She recently finished touring with Alison Wonderland, this is her latest offering. Enjoy.
By Samantha Bentley8 years ago in Beat
No-Bake Eclair Layer Cake
Throw on that apron and throw out that oven; you won't need it with this super easy no-bake layer cake. When I want dessert, I can never decide on just one. Do I want chocolate cake, freshly baked cookies, flakey pastries, or maybe warm donuts? It's even more difficult to find a fast, easy, and cheap dessert to take to that family gathering, or work party, that doesn't present itself as something you just threw together. Ladies and gentlemen, I am here to inform you, I have found the recipe that does just the trick!
By Rachel Russell8 years ago in Feast
4 Things I Wish I Knew About Becoming a Mom
Being a mom is the best feeling in the world. You get these beautiful creatures and wonder how you got so lucky. Of course you'd do anything for them and all that mushy, sweet stuff everyone always says. But what about the other stuff? The not so sweet things aren't always talked about. Especially in my case. Here's 4 things I wish I would have known to better prepare myself for being a mother.
By Rachel Mcmichael8 years ago in Families
The Top 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2018
If you're like many people in the world, you would say that 2017 hasn't exactly been the kindest to mankind. But fear not, if these movies are an indication of how the new year will be, we are in for a treat. Without further adieu, here are the top 10 most anticipated movies coming out in 2018! Our favorite superhero family makes their big screen return!
By The Daily Fairytale8 years ago in Geeks
What Was the Point of 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi?'
Walking out of the theater into the cold New York night, I found myself repeatedly asking my friends, “Well what was the point?” The Last Jedi was unlike any Star Wars film I had seen before, and for the first time, I wasn’t reminiscing about the space battles, clash of lightsabers, or Chewie’s mighty roar. I was left with a profound sense that what we had just seen was not about these things. It was not about giving me the Star Wars that I had grown accustomed to. This is fine. Star Wars is not the franchise it once was. It is not helmed by a single man with unlimited power. After seeing The Force Awakens, my view of the great saga had shifted to fit the new message that Disney, not J.J. Abrams or Lawrence Kasdan, was sending me. Star Wars has joined their dark side. From now on, fan service will play a large role in the saga. This was refuted when I saw Rogue One, and again upon hearing the next Star Wars story would be following Han, and the next Obi-Wan. To be fair, I really adored TFA and have watched it numerous times. While it was not a brave film, it was clean. It had so much riding on it. While it will never compare to its several-decades-old predecessors, it will always be an enjoyable ride. But I was left disappointed, feeling that this trilogy was going to feel all too familiar. As it turns out, I was wrong.
By Bjorn Bjornson8 years ago in Futurism
