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'Hillbilly Elegy' is back in the spotlight. These Appalachians write a different tale

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

Cinema is all about action. The genre is founded on constant movement, energy, and surprises — three things that movies have always been all about. As such, the action genre has always been one of the art form's most popular. Whether they prefer slower arthouse fare or explosive bullet-filled blockbusters that never let up, pretty much all movie fans enjoy action to some extent.

The 10 Best Action Movies Based on True Stories, Ranked

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Michael Tullberg/Getty Images When John Stamos was 17 years old, he was allegedly recruited to join the Church of Scientology though his membership didn’t last long. “With me, I was in an acting class and there was a hot girl, [who] said to me, ‘You know we’re all meeting at this [place] on Hollywood Boulevard, […]

John Stamos Says He Was Kicked Out of Church of Scientology for ‘F–king Around So Much’

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Formerly Devout People Who Left Their Faith, Tell Us What The Turning Point Was That Made You Rethink Your Religion

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In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

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Mercury Direct will provide three zodiac signs with abundance and fortune on August 28. It will help them get back on track and remove their obstacles. The astrological transit will put things for the signs. What’s holding you back from exploiting your potential?

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Fortune Era Will Start | August 28, 2024

In America’s ongoing dialogue about freedom and censorship, books often find themselves on the front lines. What makes these banned books essential reading, and why have they been challenged?. 1. The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. Banned for its themes of racism, alcoholism, and...

Censored: 18 Books Banned in America That Everyone Should Read

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Before we get to the issue of modern women fleeing church pews, let’s pause and do something that — as a rule — I try to avoid doing when discussing matters of cultural, morality and faith. Let’s (#triggerwarning) consider some political numbers. In a recent Pew Research...

Crossroads Podcast: Where Are The Young Women Leaving Churches Going?

The acid Western is a revisionist subgenre that blends the traditional elements of Westerns with the surreal, psychedelic, and countercultural themes of the 1960s and '70s. This was an era where authority was called into question by events like the Vietnam War; themes that shine through strongly in most acid Westerns. Unlike the classics of the genre, which tend to glorify frontier life and rugged individualism, the acid Western usually deconstructs these myths, presenting a darker, more disillusioned view of the Old West.

The 10 Best Acid Westerns, Ranked

Horror movies are so timeless and versatile because they can take place across a variety of settings and periods. It's not as limited as, say, science-fiction movies, which are commonly associated with the future, or fantasy movies, many of which take place in entirely different worlds. The only basic requirement for horror movies is that they be intentionally scary, or at least try to be, which means filmmakers can utilize pretty much any setting they want.

The 10 Best Historical Horror Movies, Ranked

Screen legend Elizabeth Taylor, who died in 2011, was a pioneering advocate for the LGBTQ Community long before it became fashionable to do so. As fate would have it, three of Taylor's dearest friends were closeted gay male Hollywood icons: Montgomery Clift, James Dean, and Rock Hudson. All three men died in tragic ways. Hudson died from AIDS in 1985, while Clift and Dean died in a very eerily similar manner: in car accidents.

Liz Taylor Pals Montgomery Clift, James Dean, Rock Hudson Were Secretly Gay & Died in Tragic Ways

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Australian stop-motion animator Adam Elliot, who is showing his second stop-motion animation feature aimed at adults, “Memoir of a Snail” at Telluride, hasn’t been diagnosed with OCD, “but I am probably at the very tip of it,” he told IndieWire on Zoom. “I love the number nine.” Thirty years ago, when he was at film school, he thought, “Wouldn’t it be nice to make a trilogy of trilogies? I’ve always loved a triptych of paintings, the number three? And I thought, ‘I’ll do three short shorts, three long shorts, and three features.’ I never thought it would happen. But I’m...

Animated Gem ‘Memoir of a Snail’ Proves the Medium Is for Every Kind of Story

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Western movies have been among the most exciting film genres for the last 75 years. This period in American history of outlaws and crime fighters has captured people’s imaginations. Since the meteoric rise of John Wayne and Clint Eastwood, this type of film has exploded in popularity, with gunslinger duels among the most memorable parts […]
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The horror genre thrives on the unknown—those dark corners of the human psyche where fear, grief, and guilt simmer in a cauldron of dread. Damian McCarthy's Oddity gives us a sip of this from a wooden spoon. It’s a frightening taste of horror that lingers on the mind's tongue long after the credits roll.

'Oddity' delivers a psychological horror that explores how grief can manifest in disturbing ways

Actress Ann B. Davis (who died in 2014) was best known for playing Alice the housekeeper, on TV's classic sitcom, The Brady Bunch, which originally aired on ABC from 1969 to 1974. In 1990, Davis appeared onSally Jesse Raphael'soriginally TV talk show and defended The Brady Bunch against critics who attacked the famed comedy for it's family-oriented elements.

Religious-Minded Actress Ann B. Davis Defended 'The Brady Bunch' on TV's 'Sally Jesse Raphael' Show

Since the infancy of cinema — around the time of World War I and beyond — the war genre has been one of cinema's most prolific, powerful, and influential. It's not easy to make a war film that can stand the test of time and whose themes can resonate with audiences for decades after, but when a filmmaker creates such a masterwork, it's usually quite a spectacle to behold.

10 War Movies That Are Almost Perfect

The month of September is upon us and with it brings happiness to three zodiac signs. Pisces, Aquarius, and Libra will experience an end to the loneliness they have been feeling. Whether their loneliness has been subtle or significant, relief from this emotion is coming for these signs. Let’s discuss each sign and what they can expect in the month of September.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Loneliness Ends In September

Sometimes, a story is so strong that it can’t keep itself contained in only one form. This is the whole reason why so many books are adapted into television shows or films. But oftentimes, the adaptation grows to be more widely known than the original work. Listed below are...

4 Classic Movies That You Probably Didn’t Know Were Books First!

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How Religion Influenced Some Of The World’s Greatest Writers

(ANALYSIS) Some of the greatest writers ever to put pen to paper were deeply influenced by their religious beliefs. Take JRR Tolkien, for instance. He didn't...

How Religion Influenced Some Of The World’s Greatest Writers

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