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The best holiday movie?

Men Yell at Me • 145 implied HN points • 25 Nov 24
🎭️ Culture Movies Holidays Entertainment Traditions Social
  1. It's great to talk about favorite holiday movies during the festive season. Sharing these favorites can make the holidays feel even more special.
  2. The post invites readers to get involved and share their thoughts. Engaging with others can create a sense of community and fun.
  3. Focusing on lighthearted topics helps us to relax and enjoy the holiday week. A break from heavier subjects can be refreshing.

18 Paying Pitch Calls and a Chance to Write About Chilly Movies

The Sub Club Newsletter • 317 implied HN points • 18 Oct 24
🎭️ Culture Writing Movies History Media Parenting
  1. There are 18 different pitch calls available this week for writers looking to get paid. It's a great chance for anyone to get their stories published.
  2. Writers should focus on making their stories feel timely and relevant. Adding a current angle to historical topics can help attract interest.
  3. There's a free workshop available to learn how to write effective pitches. It can help improve your chances of getting published by teaching you what editors want.

Best of the year (so far)

Austin Kleon • 5755 implied HN points • 12 Jul 24
🎭️ Culture Books Music TV Movies Podcasts Art
  1. The author enjoyed various types of reading, from essays and books to magazines that make great bathroom reads.
  2. They found joy in both music and movies, highlighting favorites from old classics to new releases, showing a preference for a mix of styles.
  3. The author shared experiences with family activities like pizza night movies and fun gadgets that made everyday life more enjoyable.

An easygoing hippie noir series; a fantastic, dark serial-killer movie; and an album of retro-pop bangers

Read Max • 500 implied HN points • 03 Nov 24
🎭️ Culture Books Movies Music Literature Art
  1. There's a new easygoing hippie noir series to check out. It's in the style of cool stories like 'Inherent Vice.'
  2. A dark, thrilling serial-killer movie set in Hong Kong is being praised as one of the best of the decade. If you like thrillers, this one is a must-see.
  3. A fresh album featuring '90s-style retro-pop songs has been released. It’s perfect for anyone looking for fun and catchy music.

Hanging out with Lenny Kaye

Patti Smith • 14996 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Movies Poetry Friendship
  1. Patti Smith and Lenny Kaye enjoyed a day together in the city, reminiscing about past performances and exploring the neighborhood.
  2. They watched the movie Poor Things in an old-fashioned theater, appreciating the cinematography and performances.
  3. Their friendship spans over half a century, highlighting the value of long-lasting friendships.
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The Count and the Kamikaze

Archedelia • 2122 implied HN points • 18 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Books Movies
  1. The novel 'A Gentleman in Moscow' explores the life of a Russian aristocrat under house arrest in a hotel after the Bolshevik revolution.
  2. The movie 'Godzilla Minus One' depicts the story of a kamikaze pilot choosing to live and love after rejecting his mission during WWII.
  3. Both the novel and the movie explore themes of moral choices and grace in challenging historical contexts.

It’s Oscar Night!

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 1507 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24
🎭️ Culture Movies Reviews Criticism Romance Drama
  1. The Oscars ceremony might not be highly anticipated, but the lineup of movies competing for Best Picture is impressive.
  2. The movie 'American Fiction' provides a satirical take on identity politics in the context of a black writer's success with writing cliched storylines.
  3. In 'Oppenheimer,' director Christopher Nolan uses a unique structure to showcase the creation of the atomic bomb and the interplay of fusion and fission processes.

Is there a 'Godzilla' of 9/11?

Read Max • 1791 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Movies Middle East
  1. The idea of a 'Godzilla' of 9/11 movies is explored through a taxonomy of movie categories
  2. Movies specifically about 9/11 or its aftermath may not necessarily capture the essence of a 'Godzilla' 9/11 movie
  3. Movies about the Global War on Terror may offer better candidates for 'Godzilla' 9/11 movies

Consistent Time-Travel Movies: A Quasi-Philosophical Love Letter (UNLOCKED)

Philosophy for the People w/Ben Burgis • 2156 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
📖 Philosophy Time travel Movies
  1. Many time-travel movies have confusing causation models, but it's fun to appreciate the ones that don't rely on paradoxes.
  2. Understanding the concept of time travel and causal loops can help in appreciating well-crafted time travel stories that make sense.
  3. Movies like 'Terminator' and 'Predestination' portray time travel in a consistent and logical manner, which can enhance the storytelling.

Plane Crashes Are Suddenly Everywhere. It Doesn't Mean What You Think.

Brent and Michael are Going Places • 1139 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Movies Society Literature People
  1. Flying is actually very safe, with a low number of accidents and fatalities compared to road travel.
  2. Quick-thinking flight crews, improved plane materials, and calm passengers contribute to safe outcomes during plane mishaps.
  3. Recent events show that people can work together and remain calm in challenging situations, countering the belief that most people are negative.

Is there a 'Godzilla' of 9/11? Part Two

Read Max • 1159 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Movies Superheroes Cinema
  1. The categories of '9/11 movies' include literal 9/11 movies, alien invasion movies, superhero movies, and '90s movies that relate to 9/11.
  2. Movies like 'War of the Worlds' and 'Cloverfield' are strong candidates for representing the 9/11 experience through alien invasion stand-ins.
  3. Superhero movies, like those from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, have deeply incorporated themes related to 9/11 and its aftermath.

The Week In Recommendations 1.10.24

Rich Text • 923 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Books TV shows Movies Podcasts Food
  1. Claire and Emma share their recommendations for books, TV shows, and podcasts.
  2. They discuss their efforts to cut back on impulse buying and focus on special, quality purchases.
  3. Emma raves about a specific moisturizer she loves and Claire talks about her resolution to write daily in a five-year memory notebook.

Pizza night movie logbooks

Austin Kleon • 1738 implied HN points • 25 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Family life Movies Traditions Entertainment Food
  1. Pizza night with the family has become a fun and anticipated weekly ritual. It's a time for everyone to enjoy a movie together while sharing a meal.
  2. Choosing movies is a fun process where not all favorites align, and that's okay. The focus is on finding what the kids enjoy, even if it differs from adult classics.
  3. There are endless movies to watch, and exploring different genres keeps things exciting. Recommendations and personal research help find appropriate choices for family movie nights.

Can Everyone Take a Deep Breath About the Barbie Movie

Discourse Blog • 727 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Movies Entertainment Media Celebrity
  1. The Barbie movie received multiple nominations and wins, despite not being recognized by the Academy for certain categories.
  2. Fans and actors involved shared their disappointment over the Oscar snubs, highlighting the movie's success and cultural impact.
  3. The article questions whether the movie's existing achievements are enough or if recognition from the Academy is necessary.

The Plot of All Superhero Movies...

So Here’s a Thing • 1101 implied HN points • 18 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Movies Superheroes Comedy
  1. Superhero movies often feature a battle in a street early on, showcasing massive CGI scenes
  2. A significant portion of superhero movies involves superheroes standing and talking sternly, looking serious
  3. Superhero movies often include scenes where a young lady tells off the superhero, adding both levity and a sense of accountability

The Master of Disaster

Marc Stein • 511 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎾 Sports Basketball NBA Movies Radio Entertainment
  1. The author shares personal reflections on legendary actor Carl Weathers and his impact on their life.
  2. The article mentions the busy time leading up to the NBA trade deadline and briefly touches on the All-Star Weekend.
  3. Stats on NBA players scoring high points in games and the upcoming changes in draft format are highlighted.

Why I cover A.I. the way I do, good obscure action movies, and other questions from readers

Read Max • 869 implied HN points • 08 Dec 23
🕹 Technology AI Movies Web Social media Internet culture
  1. Media coverage decisions are driven by various factors like newsworthiness, commercial concerns, and career advancement.
  2. Authentic relationships between humans and bots in the future are uncertain but can be influenced by societal perceptions and control.
  3. Exploring lesser-known direct-to-video action movies and foreign films can provide new excitement for fans of the genre.