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What Makes Me Laugh? Hypocrisy on a Global Scale

What makes you laugh? Contradictions make me laugh. And not just any contradictions—the glaring, slap-you-in-the-face, are-we-all-just-pretending-not-to-see-this kind. The kind that make you wonder if the world’s decision-makers are running on expired logic. Take this gem: Jeff Bezos—billionaire, space cowboy, who has enough jets, boats, and delivery vans to single-handedly keep Big Oil in business, andContinueContinue reading “What Makes Me Laugh? Hypocrisy on a Global Scale”

Trite but True

Let’s face it: clichés get a bad rap. We roll our eyes at them, dismiss them as lazy thinking, and slap them on tacky motivational posters that no one buys. But here’s the thing—these overused nuggets of wisdom stick around for a reason. They’re annoyingly accurate, just like that friend who always says, I toldContinueContinue reading “Trite but True”

A Relaxed Italian Getaway: Balancing Sightseeing and Seaside Serenity

I’ve been living in Italy for two decades now, and on my first trip to Italy from Canada, I assumed that given the land mass of Italy compared to Canada, I’d be able to see a good deal in three weeks. And I did, but nowhere as much as I had imagined. Italy is soContinueContinue reading “A Relaxed Italian Getaway: Balancing Sightseeing and Seaside Serenity”

Unforgettable and Unmatched: Why ‘Reservoir Dogs’ is Tarantino’s Tour De Force

Reservoir Dogs lives in a class of its own and fetches the bone as Tarantino’s finest work.Its audacious storytelling, memorable characters, razor-sharp dialogue, and uncompromising vision make it the quintessential Tarantino film.

The Decline of American Action Cinema

In pursuit of creating visually striking spectacles, contemporary action films often showcase an astounding magnitude and variety of weapons. From high-powered firearms to explosive ordnance, the arsenal takes center stage, becoming a promotional tool in itself. This relentless display of firepower can desensitize audiences to the true implications of violence and normalize the notion that conflict resolution hinges on a superior display of force.

Explosions, car chases, and fight scenes dominate the screen, while character depth and cohesive narratives take a backseat. While there is a place for breathtaking visuals, it is crucial not to sacrifice the essence of storytelling.
It is essential to critically examine these social implications, as the influence of cinema on popular culture is profound.

Don’t Rush Your Trip: A European Travel Itinerary for the Mindful Explorer

Are you planning a trip to Europe? Make sure you don’t underestimate the distances and time required to move from one location to another. Don’t turn your vacation into a race as you tick locations off your bucket list, because that would be a real shame.  

From Housewives to Heroes: The Evolution of Female TV Characters

The 1960s marked a significant period of change for women with TV playing a vital role. The small screen brought a new kind of entertainment that allowed young girls to explore their wilder nature, but only through the lens of magic and fantasy.TV studios recognized the need for a narrative shift but were reluctant to give female characters complete autonomy.

What’s Behind A Name and Should You Change Yours?

Our names are like labels or captions that enable people to make quick assertions, and assumptions about us. Some names are a burden, while others are intimidating and some names are forbidden in certain countries. One could say without a doubt that names have a certain power over our lives.