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"On the Road" by Jack Kerouac
I first read this book when I was fourteen years’ old and I’m not going to lie to you, the very first time I read it - I didn’t actually enjoy it all that much. The reason was because it was written in a style that I was entirely used to and so, I didn’t end up understanding the entire drift of the novel. Instead, I put it aside for a while, hoping that someday I would figure it all out. And that’s exactly what happened. When I was sixteen years’ old, I saw the novel “On the Road” in a bookshop in my hometown and I was immediately taken back to those memories of trying to get into it at fourteen and failing miserably. The reason these memories were so pressed into my mind was because of the fact that it was just after my fourteenth birthday and I had a science test the day after completing the book. The copy in the shop window was absolutely beautiful and I went to buy it. Instead of just having the book, it had some explanatory essays I made use of as well and so, when I ended up re-reading it (well, I’ll call it reading for the first time, because it was the first time I understood it), I read the essays as well and referred to all this extra material for guidance. It slowly became one of my favourite books to re-read after that.
Annie KapurPublished 4 years ago in GeeksA Filmmaker's Guide to: 20 Films of the 1970s
The 1970s were an interesting decade for film because we were moving more towards knowing our genres apart. In comparison to the 1960s and before, it was more difficult to tell whether your opinion was that "Rosemary's Baby" (1968) was a horror or a thriller because of its method of suggestiveness. But, by the time we get to the 1970s, I think through the way we get a very full-on approach to horror especially, nobody would even think to suggest that "The Exorcist" (1973) was a thriller film. We are very sure that is horror by the way in which we are now allowed to see exactly what's going on.
Annie KapurPublished 4 years ago in Geeks'Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League' Video Game Trailer Unveiled At DC FanDome
What a time to be a DC gamer! As if DC FanDome’s announcement of Gotham Knights was not enough, the virtual convention also provided a good look at Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League. If that title is not enough to entice you to play the game, then check out the trailer at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EVFYstVuVk.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in GeeksDwayne Johnson Answers Questions At DC FanDome's 'Black Adam' Panel, Reveals Which JSA Members Will Be Featured
For over a decade, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has been heavily involved in trying to bring Captain Marvel/Shazam nemesis Black Adam to the big screen. Eventually, we got the 2019 Shazam! movie starring Zachary Levi, and a Black Adam movie was green lit. Currently, it has a release date of December 22, 2021.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in GeeksZack Snyder Confirms That His Cut Of 'Justice League' Will Be Released In Four Parts, One Hour Each
“The Snyder Cut” has been a hot topic among DC fans for the last few years. Joss Whedon took over directorial duties for 2017’s Justice League when Zack Snyder had to step away due to a family tragedy. The response to the finished product was...not kind. Some found that the film felt inconsistent and could have been much better. In fact, it sparked a fan campaign to have Zack Snyder finish his interpretation of the film as he had envisioned it.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in Geeks'The Flash' Movie Panel At DC FanDome Teases Multiverse and Reveals Concept Art For New Suit
After so many delays in production, it is understandable for DC fans to believe that The Flash movie would never happen, even with the general knowledge that it would incorporate elements of the Flashpoint storyline from the comics. However, recent news of Ben Affleck and Michael Keaton reprising their respective Batman/Bruce Wayne roles in this film breathed more enthusiasm into the fandom. On top of that, DC FanDome included a virtual panel dedicated to The Flash film. Though it was only ten minutes in length, it did enough to assure fans that the wheels are still in motion regarding the film.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in Geeks'The Suicide Squad' Panel at DC FanDome Gives Us An Idea Of What To Expect From The Upcoming Film
DC FanDome had a panel about The Suicide Squad, which, according to writer/director James Gunn, is still on track to be released on August 6, 2021. The panel began with some questions for Gunn sent in by fans. This was then followed by a trivia game between two teams consisting of the film’s cast members. Afterward, the panel concluded with a behind-the-scenes video.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in GeeksDC FanDome Reveals 'Gotham Knights' Video Game Featuring Batgirl, Nightwing, Red Hood, and Red Robin
At the DC FanDome event, WB Games Montreal had a panel set to reveal a new game to the world. In the lead-up, there were hints here and there that it would be Batman-related. Now, with their release of a trailer and gameplay, we know this game to be Gotham Knights, and it is coming in 2021. While not a Batman game in the traditional sense, the story is definitely driven by the fate of Batman.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in GeeksCourtney Hope is set to cause drama on The Young and the Restless
Only two weeks after being fired by The Bold and the Beautiful, the lovely Courtney Hope has a new job. She will soon be seen on CBS sister soap The Young and the Restless. Nothing has been said yet regarding the name of her character or how she will fit into Genoa City society. What is known is that she is going to cause drama. The actress confirmed on her Instagram account that she will be working for The Young and the Restless so fans know this news is true. There had been rumors that when Y&R fired Daniel Goddard, he was going to The Bold and the Beautiful as a possible love interest for Steffy Forrester. Instead, B&B hired Tanner Novlin who does the Liberty Mutual Commercials.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 4 years ago in Geeks‘Greenleaf’ spin-off named ‘Delilah’
OWN is dropping nuggets about the ‘Greenleaf’ spin-off one at a time. No specific details have been revealed except the series will revolve around Lady Mae and will be titled ‘Delilah.’ It’s not known what other characters from the previous series will he involved but viewers can glean from the title that this show will be different from its predecessor. The name Delilah comes from Judges chapter 16 in the Bible and is in the story of Sampson whose super strength was in his hair. He had killed so many Phlistines that five of theit leaders each paid Delilah 1100 silver coins to find the secret of his strength. Delilah tricks Sampson into telling her the secret which is to cut his hair. Because of this story the name Delilah has been come to represent bribery and deception.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 4 years ago in Geeks'The Batman' Director Matt Reeves Reveals Sources Of Inspiration And Teases Different Interpretations Of Familiar Characters
Batman being recast and reinterpreted onscreen has become as much of a regular thing as having different writers for the character in the comics. This is a point that The Batman Matt Reeves has delved into when discussing the upcoming film. At a virtual panel for DC FanDome, Reeves discussed The Batman, its influences, and the directions that it could take.
Culture SlatePublished 4 years ago in GeeksReview of ‘Broken Wish’
Synopsis Sixteen-year-old Elva has a secret. She has visions and strange powers that she will do anything to hide. She knows the warnings about what happens to witches in their small village of Hanau. She's heard the terrible things people say about the Witch of the North Woods, and the malicious hunts that follow. But when Elva accidentally witnesses a devastating vision of the future, she decides she has to do everything she can to prevent it. Tapping into her powers for the first time, Elva discovers a magical mirror and its owner-none other than the Witch of the North Woods herself. As Elva learns more about her burgeoning magic, and the lines between hero and villain start to blur, she must find a way to right past wrongs before it's too late. The Mirror: Broken Wish marks the first book in an innovative four-book fairy-tale series written by Julie C. Dao, Dhonielle Clayton, Jennifer Cervantes, and L. L. McKinney, following one family over several generations, and the curse that plagues it.
Cyn's WorkshopPublished 4 years ago in Geeks