Svetlana Sterlin
Bio
Svetlana Sterlin is based in Brisbane, Australia, where she writes prose, poetry, and screenplays. The founding editor of swim meet lit mag, she also edits with Voiceworks.
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15 Memorable Quotes from Dune (2021)
Denis Villeneuve’s adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Dune is a cerebral and beautifully shot film. The Oscar-nominated epic sci-fi story is set in the year 10,191 in an interstellar civilization. Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet) is a young man who finds himself weighed down by the legacy of his noble birthright into the House Atreides and caught in an interplanetary war over a precious substance called spice, found on the planet Arrakis. With guidance from his mother (Rebecca Ferguson), father (Oscar Isaac), and others he meets on his journey, Paul must venture into the deserts of Arrakis to protect his family and his society’s future.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Stand By Me: 10 Best Quotes About Youth & Friendship
One of the most iconic movies of the 80s, Rob Reiner’s Stand By Me is a staple of its genre. The coming-of-age adventure follows a group of four young boys on their quest to find a dead body, just as they did in Stephen King’s novella, The Body. Along the way, they bond in new and unexpected ways, giving a whole new meaning to childhood friendship.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
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10 Best Female-Led Movies & Series On Netflix Right NowTop Story - March 2022
Netflix is one of the most popular streaming services on the planet. With a large and ever-expanding gallery of films, series, documentaries, and Netflix originals, the streamer has become a household necessity in recent years. In keeping up with the times, the service continues to release many programs that respond to contemporary social justice issues.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Anne With An E: 5 Best (& 5 Worst) Characters
Anne With An E is the gritty adaption of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne of Green Gables book series. The books are eternally optimistic and dreamy, but they also gloss over some of the issues pertinent to Montgomery’s time. Moira Walley-Beckett’s Netflix series doesn’t shy away from exploring the historically taboo topics of gender inequality, racism, sexuality, and assault, among other issues.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
10 Movies To Watch If You Liked I’m Thinking Of Ending Things
Iain Reid’s novel, I’m Thinking Of Ending Things, was recently adapted into a Netflix film by Charlie Kaufman. Kaufman is the screenwriter behind Being John Malkovich, Eternal Sunshine Of The Spotless Mind, and Anomalisa, the latter of which he also co-directed.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
5 Reasons Why The Half-Blood Prince is the Best Harry Potter Movie
Each Harry Potter film brings its own unique set of qualities that makes it stand out from the rest, thanks to new teams of creatives behind the production of each installment in the series. The Half-Blood Prince is no different; this film has a distinct mood and tone, and it isn't just because Harry and his friends are older.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Lily Collins’ 15 Best Films Ranked By IMDb Ratings
Lily Collins is a British-American actress who began her career as a child. Her first screen credit is for the BBC series Growing Pains, which she appeared in at the age of two. She is also the daughter of musician Phil Collins.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Emily In Paris: 5 Of The Most Likable Characters (& 5 Fans Can't Stand)
Netflix recently premiered season 2 of Emily in Paris. Once again, the show attracted many viewers and a lot of criticism. Lily Collins stars as the titular character who moves to Paris from Chicago in season 1. She works for a marketing firm and is supposed to be in France temporarily to offer Savoir an American point of view. Of course, her visit ends up getting prolonged and she remains in Paris long enough for it to become her new home.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Harry Potter: Harry’s 5 Most Inspiring Quotes (& 5 Most Selfish)
Over the course of an eight-part saga, Harry grows from an unwanted orphan to the most celebrated wizard of his generation. Even in his first year at Hogwarts, he inspires his friends, and by his fifth year, he's the mentor of a small army.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
15 Historical Dramas To Watch If You Liked Reign
The CW ran a semi-biographical period drama called Reign from 2013 to 2017. Based on the life of Mary, Queen of Scots, the series takes place mostly in France but then moves to Scotland and England as Mary grows older and Elizabeth I becomes a threat. Though rooted in history, the story takes many liberties and even incorporates fantasy and supernatural elements.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks