Rianne Hill Soriano
A free-spirited artist in constant search for the ultimate experience in every place -- seeking inspirations for every work.
She used to be based in Manila, Philippines and also worked in productions in Seoul and Busan, Korea. Now, she is residing, enjoying, and exploring Las Vegas and the US.
She mainly works as a freelance artist and writer for film, advertising, corporate projects, print, and web media. She also worked as an educator for college students and professionals in Manila.
She loves to travel and explore various places. These are her ways of both enjoying the world and chronicling it through filmmaking and writing. As a storyteller and a citizen of the world, her surroundings, the people she meets, and every art and culture she experiences everyday are her allies in both her personal and professional undertakings.
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She used to be based in Manila, Philippines and also worked in productions in Seoul and Busan, Korea. Now, she is residing, enjoying, and exploring Las Vegas and the US.
She mainly works as a freelance artist and writer for film, advertising, corporate projects, print, and web media. She also worked as an educator for college students and professionals in Manila.
She loves to travel and explore various places. These are her ways of both enjoying the world and chronicling it through filmmaking and writing. As a storyteller and a citizen of the world, her surroundings, the people she meets, and every art and culture she experiences everyday are her allies in both her personal and professional undertakings.
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Enjoy Astronomical Treats in the Great Basin National ParkThe Great Basin National Park boasts something more than what a typical U.S. national park can offer: It is known as one of the last few places that feature the true dark skies in America. -
Traveling in Seoul: Go Night Shopping in Dongdaemun MarketEager to shop while in Seoul? You can shop practically any time you want in this lively South Korean capital. -
Emma Watson Transforms into a Socialite and Convicted Felon in ‘The Bling Ring’As she expands her post-Harry Potter acting resume with more diverse roles, former child star Emma Watson takes a dazed and subtly disturbing thief role in the Sofia Coppola film 'The Bling Ring.'
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After Her ‘Gatsby’ Glamour, Carey Mulligan Gets Dressed Down in ‘Inside Llewyn Davis’The naturally blonde actress shuns her picture of glamour to get dressed down as the singing brunette Jean Berkey in 'Inside Llewyn Davis.'
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Ashley Greene Looks Heavily Pierced and Beastly in ‘Random’Ashley Greene’s turn as the Violet trades her quite famous vampire melodramatic bearing for a character that is full of mental anguish and sociopathic tendencies.
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Matt Damon Goes Glitzy and Skimpy in ‘Behind the Candelabra’Matt may have portrayed many true-to-life roles before, but what adds to the curiosity for this biographical picture is the amount of skin-bearing moments he had to do both on and off the screen.
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'The Hangover Part III' Movie Review: Hangover ExpectationsThere are some moments to treasure, but Todd Phillips’ 'The Hangover Part III' mainly becomes less a comedy and more a contract obligation. -
Naomi Watts Becomes Princess DianaThis cinematic offering is essentially a love story geared toward Princess Diana’s personal relationships. It retraces her steps two years before her tragic accident in France.
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Elijah Wood Sports Murderous Eyes for Beautiful Women in Slasher Film ‘Maniac’Elijah Wood and his big puppy dog eyes peer at young, beautiful women in the slasher piece 'Maniac.'
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Tilda Swinton Looks Virtually Unrecognizable in ‘Snowpiercer’Far from her more fashionably eclectic persona, Tilda Swinton exudes an eerily compelling demeanor in this film based on the French graphic novel 'Le Transperceneige.'
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'The Call' Movie Review: Awesome… Until the Phone Call Ends'The Call' is two-thirds an awesome thriller and one-third a ludicrous movie routine. It may not be entirely credible, but it's mostly entertaining. -
Reese Witherspoon: From Legally Blonde to Controversial BrunetteA number of set photos feature Reese Witherspoon's chocolate brown locks and fashionable get-ups for the project.
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Michael Douglas Gets Flamboyant, Liberace-styleThe 68-year-old Michael Douglas returns to a darker hair shade, leaving behind his long-time silver hair for his new role in 'Behind the Candelabra.'
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Bradley Cooper Gets a Perm for His Reunion Project with Jennifer LawrenceThis 1970s era FBI drama inspired by the true story of the infamous Abscam scandal allows him to showcase not only Bradley Cooper's acting skills, but also his new hairstyle. Here, he wears a striking perm that showcases really tight and tacky curls.
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Dakota Fanning Plays Mature Role in British Period DramaDakota Fanning steps forward into adulthood in a title role that brings her back in time. In the British period drama 'Effie,' the former child star portrays her first mature role as a married woman from the Victorian era.
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Michael Fassbender Gets His Weirdest Makeover to Date in ‘Frank’The talented and ravishing Michael Fassbender may be a very popular face in Hollywood these days, but this doesn’t mean he can’t play a role that won’t use his handsome face.
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Zac Efron Goes the Frat Boy Route in ‘Townies’Zack Efron continues to shed the signature 'good guy image' from his 'High School Musical' days by getting more diverse young adult roles. This time, he tries to get his feet wet on a different kind of comedy outside his boyish past.
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High Rollers' Best Choices of Luxury Hotels Nearest Manila’s International AirportIf you’re a high roller, it is always ideal to choose a premier hotel near the airport not only for its proximity and convenience, but also because most five-star hotels and casinos in the Philippine capital are located within the same area. -
International Travel Guide: The Best Budget, Quality Accommodation Near Manila’s AirportDomestic Guesthouse Manila is a very practical choice for a budget-friendly stay near NAIA without necessarily compromising quality when it comes to accommodation services and facilities. -
Insider’s Tips: The Best and Worst Times to Go to Las VegasSince both your objective and subjective insights matter most, the ideal time to go to or avoid Las Vegas depends on that careful balance of knowing what you like, what you hate and why you are coming in the first place. -
A Tourist’s Survival Guide to Getting Out of Honolulu International AirportIf you don’t have a pre-arranged mode of transport and no friend or relative is supposed to pick you up from the Honolulu International Airport, what’s your best choice to go out to the city? -
Tom Felton Outgrows the Wizard and Becomes a Soldier in ‘Grace and Danger’Tom Felton's effectively antagonistic persona on screen is not easy to forget. Most of his roles may still feature him as a bad guy, but he attempts to widen his performance offerings in projects like 'Grace and Danger.' Here, he plays the good guy.
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Nicole Kidman Plays Royalty in ‘Grace of Monaco’Nicole Kidman clearly has very big shoes to fill in the Olivier Dahan film 'Grace of Monaco.' She is expected to be in par with the legendary character she portrays -- Hollywood superstar-turned-European princess Grace Kelly.
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Things a Non-revenue Passenger Should Know Before Flying InternationallyNon-revenue passengers, also often called chance passengers, are travelers with flight privilege to fly either for free or at significantly discounted rates. These people are airline employees or some of their family members and friends.
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Charlize Theron’s Imperator Furiosa Adds Flair to the ‘Mad Max’ RebootRocking this hard-core cut from the esteemed actress who is known to take big leaps to look and act her part in every project definitely adds flair to the movie. Her character also features her as a one-armed woman, adding to the curiosity for the role.
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Javier Bardem Turns Spiky in the Ridley Scott Thriller ‘The Counselor’Looks like Bardem is starting a transformation trend after his Academy Award-winning villain role in 'No Country for Old Men.' Since then, his high-profile projects have required him to drastically change his hairstyle.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones Turns Russian in ‘Red 2’As seen on the trailer, her full bangs turns out pretty distinct for her overall look. There are no action-packed scenes with her seen just yet, but according to her, she had to prime her body for a considerably rough-and-tumble role.
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Russell Crowe Gets Fully Bearded in Aronofsky’s ‘Noah’Although many of his movie roles also featured him with a beard, his titular character for this project required him to wear a much heavier beard, but not necessarily a very long one.
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Jennifer Lawrence Sports a Towering Updo for New FilmShe is best remembered for her brunette looks for two of her most memorable films to date, 'The Hunger Games' and 'Silver Linings Playbook.' But going back to a blonde hairdo on screen has never been this glamorous until this new project started filming.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Great Gatsby’ (1974)This 1974 film serves as the third adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 classic novel about a handsome and enigmatic millionaire betrayed by the American Dream.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Atomic Kid’This 1954 sci-fi comedy features a frenetic slapstick farce based on the story of filmmaker Blake Edwards. It revolves around a young uranium prospector’s fate after surviving the radiation exposure in an atomic bomb testing site.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Any Day Now’This 2012 film by Travis Fine is inspired by a true story from the late 1970s. A powerful tale of love, acceptance, and family, it touches on legal and social issues that have long remained as very timely concerns, even today.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Copacabana’ (1947)This 1947 film tells the story of a sleazy agent who books his talent, who also happens to be his girlfriend, as two different performers in the same nightclub in order to get a double commission.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Jack Reacher’The film’s 'whodunit and why' premise focuses on an ex-military investigator as he digs deeper into a case involving a trained military sniper who allegedly shot five random victims in a park. -
Blu-ray Review: ‘Promised Land’The story follows the struggle of an ambitious and self-assured corporate salesman who visits an economically struggling rural town with his partner to secure drilling rights from the locals.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Silver Linings Playbook’This 2012 romantic dramedy adapted from Matthew Quick’s novel 'The Silver Linings Playbook' features a touching tale of loving and letting go. -
Blu-ray Review: ‘The Impossible’This moving tale directed by Juan Antonio Bayona is based on the real-life account of Spanish survivor Maria Belon and her family during the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami that struck the coast of Thailand. -
Blu-ray Review: ‘Gangster Squad’Set in mid-20th century Los Angeles, this gangster drama chronicles the police department’s secret mission to take down real-life mobster Mickey Cohen.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Django Unchained’Set two years before the Civil War, the story revolves around the adventures of a slave named Django who teams up with a German bounty hunter to track down three criminal brothers. -
Blu-ray Review: ‘Parental Guidance’This average, by-the-numbers fare follows the antics of a pair of old-school grandparents tasked to take care of their precocious, overprotected, and bratty grandchildren, while the parents are in an important out-of-town trip.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Westworld’ (1973)The film is set in a futuristic park with highly advanced human-like robots programmed to serve vacationers who want to live out their fantasies. However, a computer breakdown leads to an android gunslinger stalking the human guests with murderous intent.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Schindler's List’ 20th Anniversary EditionEven after 20 years, this tragic epic continues to be one of the most harrowing movies ever made. Its gut-wrenching journey through suffering, fear, and constant struggle for survival leaves a timeless stamp.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Nativity Story’This 2006 religious tale by Catherine Hardwicke dramatizes the period when Mary and Joseph face an arduous but incredible journey to Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus Christ.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Red Dawn’ (2012)Unlike the quiet and introspective first film, this new version by Dan Bradley clearly cranks up the action with more glamorous fight scenes. It highlights the big-budget modern action bravado seen in many of today’s Hollywood action flicks. -
Blu-ray Review: ‘Heaven’ (2002)Primarily set in Turin, Italy with dialogue in both English and Italian, the film appears as a conventional tale of drug dealing, police corruption, and revenge on the surface, but it eventually digs deeper to tell a rather different story.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Who Framed Roger Rabbit’ 25th Anniversary EditionDirector Robert Zemeckis and executive producers Steven Spielberg and Kathleen Kennedy join forces in making this nutty, riotous sendup to 1940s Hollywood noir, which is based on Gary K. Wolf's 'Who Censored Roger Rabbit?'
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Wreck it Ralph’ Collector’s EditionThis is Disney’s well-received 52nd animated feature that brings a heartwarming identity-crisis tale set in sprawling hub-worlds and video game locations.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Blob’ (1958)Considered as one of the most successful monster-horror romps of the 1950s, this campy flick directed by Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr. transcended the schlock sci-fi, horror, and teen delinquency genres of the decade.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Hitchcock’This motion picture combines drama and comedy in attempting to demystify the man behind the legendary horror and suspense opuses. -
Blu-ray Review: ‘Rise of the Guardians’This package brings together some of the world’s most famous childhood heroes and mythical creatures in an inventive story about the power of belief, faith, and the values of the universe.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Skyfall’Although expectedly inspired by the novels of Ian Fleming, this picture features a relatively original storyline meant for the screen. The material deftly lures back to the familiar 007 territory both on straightforward and symbolic levels.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Argo’This acclaimed dramatic thriller follows the true-to-life tale of a federal agent assigned to get six Americans out of Iran during a 1979 hostage crisis in the U.S. embassy. His plan brings him to Hollywood where he sets up a near-impossible mission.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Lincoln’Partly based on the Doris Kearns Goodwin novel 'Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln,' this adaptation masterfully covers the last few months of Lincoln's life at a time when the nation is divided by war and the strong winds of change.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Ministry of Fear’This 1944 noir by Fritz Lang chronicles the efforts of an innocent man after getting caught up in a conspiracy that can change the course of the war.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Les Miserables’ (2012)Like the source material’s immensely popular stage musical, this Tom Hooper picture required its all-star cast to sing live on set instead of recording music in a sound studio.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey’This epic adventure follows the journey of Bilbo Baggins as he finds himself aiding a group of 13 dwarves and the wizard Galdalf the Grey in an unexpectedly life-changing quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the dragon Smaug.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘This is 40’This slice-of-life picture works as a mash-up of the classic perils of family life: from the difficulties of marriage to the midlife problems a couple must face together to the issues of child rearing and financial stress.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Zero Dark Thirty’Helmed by Academy Award-winning director Kathryn Bigelow, this intense and thrilling piece of cinema chronicles the decade-long hunt for Al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama bin Laden after the 9/11 attacks until his death at the hands of the Navy SEALs.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘This Must Be the Place’This film features the quirky but heartfelt story of a bored and jaded former rock star as he first simply live off his royalties in his grand Dublin mansion. Soon, he finds himself searching through America’s Midwest for a series of surreal encounters.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Life of Pi’This 2012 opus by Ang Lee is based on Yann Martel’s 2001 best-selling novel that explores the life of Pi Patel, the precocious son of an Indian zookeeper who survives a shipwreck with a tiger companion.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Killing Them Softly’This unique crime picture loosely based on George V. Higgins' 1974 novel 'Cogan's Trade' was nominated for the prestigious Palme d'Or Award of the Cannes Film Festival.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Day of the Falcon’Exploring the themes of love, honor, greed, family pride, betrayal, and traditions, this film follows the story of star-crossed lovers whose families get caught up in a reignited conflict after the discovery of oil between their territories.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Bangkok Revenge’Releasing on a single-disc Blu-ray package, the 2012 action movie 'Bangkok Revenge' revolves around the story of a vengeful man trained to become a killing machine.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Stand Off’This heist-gone-wrong story revolves around a man who owes money from a local mob boss and his desperate attempt to pay his debt by robbing a local fishery. However, it turns out that the same vicious mobster owns his targeted spot.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2’Shot concurrently with the fourth movie, the picture keeps up with the look and feel of that prior sequel. Its soap opera-like tone aptly finds its bite for the fans’ clamor for sappy and sentimental moments for the story’s famous love triangle.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 1’ Extended EditionThis fourth installment to Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling supernatural romance series follows the long-awaited wedding of Bella and Edward. This particular single-disc Blu-ray package contains several minutes of additional scenes
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Men in Black 3’This highly entertaining sequel helmed by Barry Sonnenfeld revolves around Agent J’s travel back in time to team up with a younger version of Agent K, his colleague whose present existence gets mysteriously erased.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Paranorman’This stop-motion animation offering helmed by Sam Fell and Chris Butler revolves around the adventures of a quirky, misunderstood boy who can see and speak with the dead.
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'Stoker' Movie Review: Disturbingly AwesomeThis Hollywood debut project by esteemed Korean filmmaker Park Chan-wook, also the man behind the revered 'Oldboy' and the rest of 'The Vengeance Trilogy,' works as a memorably twisted horror drama that’s sexy, dreamy, and perverse in its own special way.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Lawless’This moonshine-themed organized crime film is set in a Depression-era Virginia town where a bootlegging trio of brothers gets threatened by the authorities who want to get a big slice from their lucrative pie.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Empire of the Sun’ 25th Anniversary EditionA powerful portrait of lost innocence in a foreign land, this tale becomes a compelling adaptation of J.G. Ballard’s best-selling, semi-autobiographical novel of the same title.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Lawrence of Arabia’This ultimate sand-and-sandals picture focuses on a British man's personal and professional encounters as he unexpectedly unites warring Arab factions, leading to the fall of the ruling Turkish Empire
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'Lincoln' Movie Review: Paying Reverence to History'Lincoln' serves as an admirably focused biographical picture that pays respect to the Great Emancipator’s contribution to history. Spielberg and Day-Lewis bring to life a witty and dignified portrait of a historical man through the magic of cinema.
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'Hansel and Gretel' Movie Review: Goofy, Diabetic FunOn the good side, it succeeds as a form of mindless and bloody entertainment lifted from a fairy tale material. However, as a poster-movie offering, it could have been a much better treat if it focused more on its campy elements.
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Parental Guidance Movie Review: The Grandparents-know-best Shtick'Parental Guidance' may be a structurally lame film, but this lightweight piece of family-friendly fluff still works for a good number of laughs and a few tear-jerking moments.
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'Les Miserables' Movie Review: The Music and the MissedThe much-anticipated Tom Hooper movie rendition of 'Les Miserables' turns out to be a mixed bag of suitable and not so suitable choices. It’s more like a bowl of trail mix where the viewers pick out the nuts they like over the ones they don’t.
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'Life of Pi' Movie Review: Exploring Faith Through Storytelling'Life of Pi' works as an ambitiously beautiful allegory about life and spirituality. Ang Lee bravely crafts this vision of Yann Martel’s best-selling fantastical book of the same title into a compelling piece of cinema.
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When Should an International Tourist Go Shopping in the United States?If you’re visiting the United States to meet a family member or a friend, or if you’re simply heading there for a vacation, knowing the best times of the year to shop can save you lots of money.
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An International Traveler’s Guide to Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport Terminal 3 (T3)2012 became a milestone year for Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport after opening its brand new terminal, the larger and more high-tech Terminal 3 or T3.
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Where to Shop for Filipino Food and Merchandise Items in Las VegasIf you’re a visitor to the city and you’re craving for something Filipino or intending to stock up on stuff from this Asian country, which are the most accessible places to go to?
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Anthony Hopkins Becomes Alfred HitchcockAnthony Hopkins, the Oscar-winning actor who played the psychotic Hannibal Lecter in the acclaimed thriller 'The Silence of the Lambs,' takes another cinematic turn with the biographical picture 'Hitchcock.'
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Brave’This family-friendly offering utilizes a familiar fairy tale premise. It bears hints of mysticism and broad comedy, while interplaying its royal mother-and-daughter drama and high-energy action with a distinctly animated charm.
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Interesting Dog Cafes to Check Out in Seoul, KoreaAs an international traveler, you may not have a dog with you when you visit Korea, but you can still enjoy the company of dogs at any of the city’s unique dog cafes.
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Traveler’s Shopping Guide: The Best Las Vegas Antique StoresIf you’re a tourist looking for diverse shopping spots for the so-called oldies but goodies, the best ones to check out are in Downtown Las Vegas.
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Adrenaline Rush-inducing, Family-Friendly Destinations Outside the Las Vegas StripSince the Las Vegas Strip is more like the Disneyland of those of legal age, looking for other places around Vegas for a memorable family bonding is an ideal option.
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Critically Acclaimed 1980s Movies that Feature Gay Characters from Past ErasThe 1980s served as the twilight decade for gay movies revolving around the history of homophobia and cruelty towards the third sex.
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Newspaper Review Rule for Oscar Eligibility: Good or Bad for Documentary Filmmakers?The eligibility requirements for the annual Best Documentary Feature Award at the Oscars became a subject of controversy because of the addition of the newspaper review rule.
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Best Underrated Romantic Movies to Watch for Valentine’s DayThis roster provides diverse underrated films that can serve as couples' ideal movie companions for Valentine's Day.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Amazing Spider-Man’This 2012 reboot of the 'Spider-Man' franchise proves it can still wield that blockbuster web through the crafty hands of the suitably named director Marc Webb and the new face behind the Spidey costume Andrew Garfield.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Objectified’It takes an intimate look at the value of industrial design and the creativity, identity, personal expression, consumerism, and sustainability behind producing the many things that people see and use everyday.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Planes, Trains & Automobiles’ Those Aren't Pillows! EditionAs a heartfelt tale of self-discovery and blossoming friendship disguised as a comedy about stranded passengers, it showcases many ingenious scenes made up of situational laughs and crazy high jinks.
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'El Presidente' Movie Review: History, Heroism, and ControversyMaking a historical film is always a tough endeavor. What makes it even more challenging is if its subject happens to be a controversial figure in history.
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'The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey' Review: A Long but Tasteful Set-up for What’s NextFun but not entirely satisfying, this first installment mixes thrills with disappointments. As a highly anticipated Tolkien-fueled fare, it delivers some moments of both brilliance and boredom.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Rashomon’Based on two short stories by Ryunosuke Akutagawa, this undisputed classic by Akira Kurosawa follows the investigation of a rape and murder case in 12th-century Kyoto.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Magic Mike’Interesting as it sounds, this Tatum vehicle works as a loosely autobiographical spin that rightfully adds to his prolific filmography.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Ruby Sparks’Interestingly, this 2012 quirky romantic comedy breathes life through two talented real-life couples involved in the production: directors Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris and actors Kazan and Paul Dano.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Campaign’ Extended CutFull of dirty tricks and mudslinging, its mean-spirited campaign plot revolves around the riot of a win-at-all-costs fight pitting a career politician against a naive and unlikely opponent.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter’This action-driven offering by Timur Bekmambetov utilizes a fictional tale about the life of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States, as a vampire hunter.
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'Rurouni Kenshin' Movie Review: From a Popular Manga to an Exciting Live-action EpicFor Samurai X fans, a live-action version of this Japanese manga and anime series originally written and illustrated by Nobuhiro Watsuki can be a make or break undertaking.
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'Supremo' Movie Review: Struggles, Tragedies, and Victories in HistoryThis retelling of Bonifacio’s life and his reign as the Supremo, the leader of the Katipuneros, acknowledges its weak points by focusing on the use of practical production equipment, art direction, and dramatic encounters among its characters.
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Where to Shop for Vintage Items in Las VegasIf you’re a more adventurous shopper with an eye for vintage items and unique stores, looking for what Old Las Vegas has to offer means going beyond the Strip’s tourist-driven borders.
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Must-visit Shopping Spots for First-time International Travelers in SeoulImmersing yourself with both the traditional and modern elements of Seoul is a great way to enjoy the city. This South Korean metropolis is full of diverse attractions and shopping spots that rightfully infuse the old-school with the high-tech.
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Best Months of the Year to Shop when Visiting the United StatesWhen visiting the United States, knowing when to shop allows you to get the best savings for your hard-earned money. In doing so, you can allot the bucks you saved for dining, watching local shows, and checking out tourist attractions.
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Mia Wasikowska: From Blonde to Brunette in Park Chan-wook’s ‘Stoker’Mia Wasikowska, best remembered as Alice in Tim Burton’s screen rendition of the Lewis Carroll fairy tale 'Alice in Wonderland,' takes a back seat on innocent and wholesome roles in favor of something darker and bolder.
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Must-visit Seoul Attractions During an International Traveler’s Long Lay-over TimeIf you’re traveling from Asia to America or vice versa and you’re connecting flight requires you to stay in Seoul for a couple of hours, you can maximize your quick visit to the city by going out of the airport and experiencing the delights of Seoul.
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Where to Buy the Best Showgirl Items in Las VegasWhether you need something to wear for a costume or bachelorette party or you simply want to buy top-quality souvenir pieces during your visit, you can feel victorious after getting the best bang for your buck on locally made showgirl products.
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How to Save on Domestic Flights when Traveling Around the United StatesBecoming a savvy air travel shopper has its perks. Making the best ticket purchase decisions for your trips can help you save hundreds of dollars, especially when compared to those that just simply dive into whatever rates they initially bump into.
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Where to Find the Best Costumes to Buy or Rent in Las VegasWhether you’re traveling to Las Vegas to attend a costume party or perform as a guest artist, it may be more practical to buy or rent in the city's most reliable shops to free yourself from possible baggage hassles and shipping costs.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Ella Enchanted’This fanciful piece revolves around a girl who tries to break the spell she received as an infant: an unfettered obedience to everything.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Gone in 60 Seconds’ (1974)With a style of its own, this campy cult movie directed, written, and acted by daredevil H.B. Halicki is famous for having wrecked and destroyed 93 cars in its delirious 40-minute car-chasing scene.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Rosemary’s Baby’This celebrated piece marks the Hollywood debut of master filmmaker Roman Polanski. The film follows the story of a young couple after they move into a new apartment that is surrounded by peculiar neighbors and occurrences.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Fear and Desire’This cult gem finally receives a proper video release that generates much interest and celebration from film fans, scholars, and students. Now, the public has the chance to see through the building blocks of the master filmmaker’s career in HD format.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Sunday Bloody Sunday’The story depicts the intertwined romantic lives of three characters, a middle-aged homosexual doctor, a prickly thirty-something heterosexual divorcée, and a handsome bisexual young artist who alternates between the first two.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘You Only Live Twice’The story continues the action streak of the infamous MI6 agent as he goes to Japan in a mission to stop an evil plot involving the onset of a nuclear war between Americans and Russians.Also published on:
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Blu-ray Review: ‘On Her Majesty’s Secret Service’Helmed by Peter Hunt, this works as a standalone piece, as well as a thrilling continuation of Bond’s escapist missions. George Lazenby replaces the original 007 Sean Connery for the much-coveted role.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Raven’ (2012)This period piece utilizes a few basic details from the famed macabre author Edgar Allan Poe’s real life, then it takes liberty in telling a murder mystery tale involving his stories.Also published on:
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Blu-ray Review: ‘A Cat in Paris’This quirky Oscar-nominated animated feature directed by Jean-Loup Felicioli and Alain Gagnol tells the moving tale of an alley cat that lives a double life: a child’s pet by day and a thief by night.
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Critically Acclaimed Movies About Contemporary Immigrants in New York CityThrough the centuries, the large-scale immigration in the United States has continued to populate it as one of the most ethnically diverse and multicultural nations of the world.
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Critically Acclaimed Movies that Feature Child Abuse ThemesFor anyone doing research or looking for stories that examine or discuss child abuse cases, certain movies can provide vital information and situations presenting these issues.
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Diverse 1970s California-set Beach Films to Watch for a Movie MarathonFrom showcasing bikini bodies to featuring a variety of dramatic, comic, or action-packed scenes, motion-picture releases set in beaches have considerably become a mainstay in diverse types of film productions through the years.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘What Ever Happened to Baby Jane?’ 50th Anniversary EditionThis 1962 classic brings a memorable on-screen and off-screen rivalry between Bette Davis and Joan Crawford through roles that revived their flagging careers during the said time.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Strangers on a Train’This expertly made psychological thriller subtly explores the twisted mind of a psychopath and how a flippant idea can spiral out of control and quickly become a reality.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Prometheus’This 2012 mystery adventure by Ridley Scott works like a prequel of sorts to his 1979 classic “Alien.” Although these two pictures are not directly linked to each other in terms of narrative progression, they pretty much share the same DNA.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial’ Anniversary EditionStill thrilling, touching, and powerful today as it was in 1982 during its initial release, this iconic offering continues to dazzle with a refreshing wave of nostalgia that certainly tugs at the heartstrings.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Rock of Ages’Playing as a love letter to the 1980s, this Adam Shankman picture serves as the big screen adaptation of the Broadway hit and popular touring show of the same title.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Annie’ (1982) 30th Anniversary EditionThis musical revolves around the heartwarming journey of a poor, red-headed orphan girl searching for her parents. Her luck changes for the better after she charms a hard-nosed billionaire with her constantly upbeat attitude and million-dollar smile.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Death Warrant’The film revolves around a roguish police detective assigned undercover as a prisoner investigating a series of inmate murders. As he unearths the brutal secrets inside the penitentiary, he must escape hundreds of murderous men.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Masters of the Universe’ 25th Anniversary EditionBased on the cartoon series 'He-Man,' this tale revolves around a team of freedom fighters led by He-Man as they search for a mysterious cosmic key that the evil Skeletor needs to achieve god-like power.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Lady’The film centers on the more intimate aspect of the life of Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi. This pro-democracy activist, wife, and mother faces the unimaginable strain of choosing between her love for her family and her commitment to her country.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Octopussy’This 13th entry to the series and the 6th to star Roger Moore as the fictional M16 spy follows the murder investigation of Bond’s fellow agent, which leads him to an international jewel smuggling operation headed by the mysterious Octopussy.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Tomorrow Never Dies’Set during a time when the world begins to feel smaller and more connected with the proliferation of the Internet, the fate of the world hangs in the balance as Agent 007 faces a do-or-die mission to stop a media mogul from starting World War III.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Diamonds Are Forever’This seventh Bond film, the second of the four franchise offerings directed by Guy Hamilton and the last official 007 role for Connery, is based on Ian Fleming’s 1956 novel of the same title.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘GoldenEye’Pierce Brosnan ignites the screen in his acclaimed debut as the British super spy in this sensational espionage thriller.
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'Taken 2' Movie Review: Overtaken by Kidnapped Logic and Mechanical Storytelling'Taken 2' still has a serviceable appeal from its solid lead actor, along with its travelogue heart that sugarcoats its routine and ridiculous plot, but it is highly unlikely that the viewers can still get quite as taken by it this second time around.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘In the Mood for Love’The charismatic leads Maggie Cheung and Tony Leung became widely acclaimed for their beautifully understated performances in this turn-of-the-century romantic tale.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Dark Shadows’Based on the cult TV series of the same title, this self-indulgent fantasy, horror, and comedy piece by Tim Burton emulates the material’s soap opera roots to create a creepy camp feature with glossy big-budget effects.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Cinderella’ (1950) Diamond EditionAs part of the Golden Age of Disney-animated classics of the 1950s, this Blu-ray offering is a great way to rediscover the timeless story that has already permeated worldwide cultures for centuries.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Avengers’ (2012)This major mash-up of Marvel legends revolves around a cosmic weapon experiment gone awry, which prompts the recruiting of the members of the Avengers Initiative, a team led by Nick Fury and the super-secret spy agency S.H.I.E.L.D.
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Travel to Korea: Unique Things to Do in SeoulWhen going to Seoul, you can choose from a wide selection of activities that are distinct to Korean culture. These include recreational and educational options that range from the most traditional to the most modern.
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Best Shops for Wedding Dresses in Las VegasConsidering the fact that a wedding dress is only worn once, you actually have three options to choose from: buy a reasonably priced brand new dress, buy a pre-owned dress, or rent your dream dress from a reputable store in the city.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Game’ (1997)This stylish film noir follows the story of a cold and wealthy financier who gets a strange birthday present that involves his participation in a customized real-life adventure geared towards the affluent.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Katy Perry: Part of Me’Set during her 2011 'California Dreams' world tour, this music documentary shuffles back and forth Katy Perry’s religious upbringing, professional success, and personal heartbreaks
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’This delightful slice-of-life movie focuses on a group of elderly people’s reflections on the many facets of growing old.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Children of Paradise’This 1945 intellectual saga by Marcel Carné impressively reconstructs a tragic tale of love and life in bygone Paris as four men fall in love with the same elusive woman.
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2010: A Year of Memorable Biopics Recognized by the Academy AwardsFilms based on the lives of famous personalities often become interesting materials that Hollywood studios use for their biographical pictures. Many of these works feature people who made historical and cultural impacts in the society.
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Actors’ First Oscar Citations for Portraying Gay RolesActors Javier Bardem, Heath Ledger, and Philip Seymour Hoffman first made their marks as Oscar-recognized talents by the turn of the century. The films leading to their first Oscar Best Actor citations featured them on challenging gay roles.
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Must-watch Fashion-themed Movies that Received Oscar NominationsFashioned-themed movies in Hollywood usually range from period epics to contemporary dramas. In these cinematic offerings, actors usually play characters as fashion figures such as models, photographers, and designers.
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Las Vegas' Best Outlet Centers for Practical ShoppersOutlet shopping is very popular for both Las Vegas tourists and locals. It offers unbelievable savings on designer merchandise with hundreds of outlets typically available for money-saving shoppers.
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'Hotel Transylvania' Movie Review: Zinging in the Realm of Monsters'Hotel Transylvania' is a father-and-daughter comedy set in the domain of monsters. This familiarly entertaining horror spoof capitalizes on the most notorious and sinister characters mostly found in literature and cinema.
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Must-Try Rice Delicacies for Tourists in the PhilippinesThe abundance of rice in the country makes it a very accessible option for making such local delicacies. In the Filipino language, these variety of rice recipes are collectively called 'kakanin.'
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Insider Tips: A Tourist’s Practical Shopping Spree in Las VegasIf you’re coming from other states and countries, you may not have a full grasp of the best deals and the most strategic ways to shop around the city, but Las Vegas insiders have a number of tried-and-tested shopping ideas to share.
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Chicago Loop Shopping for TouristsWhether you are into lavish shopping or looking for the more artsy finds, the city has much to offer around the Chicago Loop, the historic commercial center in Downtown Chicago.
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How to Enjoy a Shopping Spree Along the Las Vegas StripIf you intend to indulge in a shopping spree around the Las Vegas Strip, remember that time and planning are always crucial in finding the right stores and the best buys around.
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Must-Try Korean Soups for TouristsSoup has a significant presence in a typical Korean meal. For tourists new to Korean food, trying out any of them is a great way to start their palete with Korean cuisine.
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Best Southeast Asian Street Foods for the Not So Adventurous TouristNot all tourists are on the lookout for the most offbeat food finds during their travel. Many of them are not very adventurous when it comes to exotic food because they have sensitive tastes or are high-risk for health issues.
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Jesse Eisenberg Plays Tricks on His New Role and His New Look in 'Now You See Me'For his new film, Jesse Eisenberg renders a very different character and a brand new look. He gets rid of his natural curls in favor of a wavy-to-straight hair that significantly changes his personality in an instant.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Judge Dredd’This bombastic Hollywood spin on a darkly satirical British comic book features Sylvester Stallone in the title role.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘For Greater Glory: The True Story of Cristiada’Notable for shedding light on a little-known historical conflict from 1926 to 1929, this movie by Dean Wright pits the people of Mexico against their atheistic government’s attempt to secularize the country.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Queen of the Damned’This 2002 horror-fantasy thriller features Aaliyah as Queen Akasha, the ancient immortal set on world domination, and Stuart Townsend as Lestat, the vampire musician whose music rekindles the desires of the all-powerful Akasha after her very long slumber.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Ed Wood’This stranger-than-fiction story revolves around the bizarre world of Ed Wood, the man often dubbed as the worst director of all time, and the dreamers and misfits surrounding his works.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Devil’s Advocate’ Unrated Director's CutWorking as a devilish character study and supernatural thriller rolled into one, this movie by Taylor Hackford is a screen adaptation of a novel of the same title by Andrew Neiderman.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘What to Expect when You’re Expecting’This pregnancy film is a loose adaptation of Heidi Murkoff's best-selling book. It follows various story arcs linked together as an ensemble tale of five very different mothers-to-be who experience the thrills, surprises, and challenges of having a baby.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Elles’ (2011)This provocative drama features a well-off, Paris-based investigative journalist trapped in a loveless marriage. After meeting two independent young women for her article about student prostitution, she finds herself drawn to these personalities.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Umberto D.’Considered one of the last in a successful series of neo-realistic offerings Vittorio de Sicca made after World War II, this bleak and pessimistic narrative promotes a dramatic examination of old age during the time of Italy’s postwar economic recovery.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Mad Monster Party’This Rankin-Bass stop-motion animated feature by director Jules Bass is a lightly amusing children’s flick that depicts the 1960s cult culture.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Sleepwalkers’This Mick Garris film is written for the screen by best-selling author Stephen King. Although many of his cinematic works are motion picture adaptations based on books he previously published, this story is specifically made for this movie project.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Steel Magnolias’ Limited EditionAdapted from Robert Harling’s long-running play of the same title, this episodic film revolves around the deeply emotional waters the characters face in a small town in Louisiana.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Cabin in the Woods’Its narrative begins in a standard horror fashion, but as the story progresses, it deconstructs its utterly familiar initial premise into something the viewers would not expect.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Titanic’ (1997)Resurfacing in home video format with an impressive disc release, this definitive version keeps up with the historical and cultural significance of the film that has already captured the hearts of many audiences around the world for the past 15 years.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Safe’Showcasing a series of increasingly violent scenes with some martial arts thrown in for good measure, this adrenaline vehicle fronted by Jason Statham mostly borrows from his other action flicks.
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'Ruby Sparks' Movie Review: Reality and Fantasy in LoveThis is a rare type of romantic comedy that is not just witty and funny, it ultimately takes risks. Its tale promotes many charming eccentricities by using fantasy as part of the mundane world and vice versa.
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'Bona' Review: From Film to StageDirector Soxie Topacio and playwright Layeta Bucoy make the play more attuned with the times. It moves its movie fandom plot into a broader showbiz territory that delves into the nature of a modern fan’s idolatry and fanatic mentality over a celebrity.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Mother’s Day’ (1980)This film revolves around the gory tale of two homicidal sons who try to please their mad matriarch at the expense of three innocent woman vacationers.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Firm’ (1993)This firmly crafted film based on John Grisham’s best-selling novel 'A Time to Kill' unravels a twisty tale involving an ambitious and hardworking Harvard Law School graduate whose dream turns into a nightmare.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Cyrano De Bergerac’ (1950)Considered one of the most popular entertainments of the 20th century, this story of unrequited love examines a poet’s soul as he uses cornball poetry to express his feelings for a woman he thinks he can never have.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Macbeth’ (1948)Orson Welles directs and stars in this 1948 noir piece that became the first of the trilogy of Shakespearean films he completed in his career.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Snow White and the Huntsman’This 2012 revisionist adaptation of the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale puts a gothic twist to the familiar material.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘White Vengeance’This sprawling historical piece helmed by Daniel Lee is set during a chaotic time when the battle for supremacy embroils two rebel leaders to overthrow the emperor.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Man on a Swing’This 1974 crime thriller follows the story of a small-town police chief toiling with the dead-end investigation of a young woman’s murder.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Quick’ (2011)This kinetic flick by Beom-gu Cho tells the story of a speed-loving motorcycle courier who gets embroiled in a bombing scheme. Forced into action, he finds himself invading various places around Seoul and leaving a trail of deadly explosions behind.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Secret Beyond the Door’The story revolves around an emotionally fragile heiress’ chance encounter with his dream man while on vacation. Enamored by his strange charm, she recklessly marries him -- only to discover that the skeletons in his cupboard may lead to her death.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘High School’This fairly simple movie pays homage to the stoner films of yesteryear. Filled with shots of witty banter and ridiculous situations, this picture offers some weird goodness in its typical rebels vs. establishment tale.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Pursued’ (1947)Often described as a pioneering western noir, this cinema classic follows the life of an emotionally scarred rancher and gambler who is haunted by his tragic past and his inner demons.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘A New Leaf’The story revolves around a dowdy, clumsy, and painfully shy heiress and her relationship with a scheming, indigent, and middle-aged bachelor who plans to marry her for money. Comedienne Elaine May directs, writes, and stars in this romance classic.
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'ParaNorman' Movie Review: Freakish Fun for Older Kids and Adults'ParaNorman' is a sumptuously rendered and freakishly fun film that is both morbid and gleeful in its look and storytelling.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Airport’This sweeping picture is often described as the granddaddy of catastrophe epics that paved way for the new sub-genre of disaster movies. It spends much of its time exposing different plot arcs in order to provide a slice of life approach to the story.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Re-Animator’This shocking and gory black comedy features its presents version in this Blu-ray release. Based on a short story by H.P. Lovecraft, this first film from the shocker franchise is often described as one of the greatest horror films ever made.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘The Lucky One’Former teen idol Zac Efron clearly mans up his image in his more matured role and more beefed up physique as he partners with Taylor Schilling to create a safe and commercial approach to this sentimental piece.
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Blu-ray Review: ‘Starship Troopers: Invasion’The film revolves around a team of battle-hardened troopers as they face a perilous mission of rescuing a Federation outpost starship, which was spirited away to a far-flung part of the galaxy. Eventually, they find themselves under attack by alien bugs.
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Rooney Mara: Red-haired and Troubled in ‘The Bitter Pill’For 'The Bitter Pill,' Rooney Mara plays the role of Emily Hawkins, a disturbed young wife who succumbs into madness after taking a serious amount of prescription drugs to cope up with her anxiety.
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Sean Penn Goes Glam Rock, Hunts Nazis in ‘This Must Be the Place’Penn stars as Cheyenne, a middle-aged former rock star imposing a self-exile off his royalties in Dublin. Even in his golden years, he still sports a bizarre get-up coupled by his long and unkempt jet-black hair, dark eye make-up, and red lipstick.
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'I Do Bidoo Bidoo' Movie Review: When Life Suddenly Bursts into SongsSkillfully conceived and lovingly made, this homage to the legendary OPM artists Jim Paredes, Buboy Garovillo, and Danny Javier pays respect to Philippine music.
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Sensational Films Accused of Being Sexually Abusive to Young WomenFilms featuring stories about sexually perverted and abused young women often encounter controversies, protests, and debates. Some even end up as research materials for cinema-related discussions and academic studies.
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Traveling From Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon - A GuideLas Vegas, while being considered as the region's artificial American metropolis best known for its man-made structures and glowing neon colors, can serve as a gateway to one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon.
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What to Bring When Going to Hawaii With ToddlersFlying to Hawaii from the mainland takes a couple of hours. This can be too long for very young travelers, especially if they are not used to flying.
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Preparing for Emergencies Before Traveling to a Foreign CountryWhen in a foreign country, tourist brochures and other collaterals may not always be the best resources that you can depend on during emergencies. It is always ideal to prepare your lists of emergency contacts and resources before your trip.
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Javier Bardem Reveals a Ridiculously Creepy Blond Hair in ‘Skyfall’Critically acclaimed Spanish actor Javier Bardem joins the roster of villains in the 'James Bond' canon in 'Skyfall.'
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Renowned Writers of Children’s Stories and the Movie Adaptations of Their WorksFor C.S. Lewis, E.B. White, and Dr. Seuss, authors who all came from the same generation during the dawn of the 20th century, their literary works have already inspired a number of stories adapted into famed movies through the years.
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Must-watch Horror Thrillers Set in Haunted HotelsHorror thrillers revolving around the stories of haunted hotels usually come from urban legends, mystery novels, and real-life horror and murder accounts.
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Joseph Gordon-Levitt Becomes a Younger Bruce Willis in ‘Looper’For his upcoming sci-fi action and time travel piece 'Looper,' Joseph Gordon-Levitt had to endure about three hours sitting on the makeup chair during each shooting day to look like a younger Bruce Willis.