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Nov 20, 2024

So many threads woven together. Leaving native land, spiritual kinship, love. It’s one of my favorite movies and was my favorite of 2023.

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Nov 20, 2024

The Sound of Metal Review, You Hurt Yourself You Hurt Me

Nov 18, 2024

This movie is a must watch. It’s about shedding yourself of old ways to survive through desperate times.

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Nov 18, 2024

Interview with Adam Jones, the Director of Fish and Men

Nov 7, 2024

Director Adam Jones shares insights on Fish and Men, his documentary about local fishing communities, consumer demand, and sustainable practices. Watch our full interview for a behind-the-scenes look.

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Nov 7, 2024

Interview with Lisa Landers, the Director of GIANTS RISING

Nov 2, 2024

Award-winning filmmaker Lisa Landers brings the redwoods to life in Giants Rising, capturing their towering presence and the deep bond they share with California’s Yurok people.

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Nov 2, 2024

Thoughts During a Game of Thrones Rewatch

Oct 4, 2024

Analyzing reactions to fictional violence, like the events in Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, in comparison with reactions to real-world suffering.

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Oct 4, 2024

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Action Bronson Carhartt Connection

Bronson's personal style and aesthetic have made him one of the most fascinating and entertaining artists of the generation.

Three Songs that Show Why Lykke Li is the Queen of Elegy Flows

Lykke Li has a diverse range of styles, including alternative rock and experimental indie, but it’s in her sad-flow songs that she hovers in uncharted airspace. Some of her most notable tracks for me in this style include No Hotel, Unrequited Love, and Tonight.

“In My Life”: Is it the Greatest Song of All-Time?

Randomly reveling in the greatness of this all-time Beatles song, and how it frames the love story to make you feel sadness and happiness at the same time.