The Stepfather (2009)
Imagine the odds of your mother catching feels for a man. A man whose whole act is being a stepfather - one with serial intent to END that beautiful family. YOUR family.
The Stepfather (2009) on @netflixsa showcases the dangers of jumping into especially serious relations with people, without proper investigation or learning who they TRULY are.
And perhaps also that loneliness can make us blind to red flags that could spare us more pain and emptiness?
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quotes from: Star on Fox 📽️
Essentially, life.. happiness..
They start on the other side of fear.
Confronting the scary things that lay deep inside ourselves - hindering us from truly 'taking life by the horns' and living our most authentic, genuinely happy selves.
"Life is too short."
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No One Gets Out Alive! (at least not tipsy) 📽️
Imagine having to FIGHT for your life under the influence?! What the actual HELL right?!
In this movie on @netflixsa, Ambar is enjoying some wine, having checked into a room at a questionable boardinghouse; when she starts experiencing a string of eerie events and she.. has to fight for her life.
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be underestimated: it might just be your superpower📽️
It might just be okay to be underestimated. In fact, silence and stillness can be your superpower.
Two films, Ballerina (2023) and Heart of Stone (2023), explore this concept through their female protagonists, who leverage being undermined to their advantage.
In Ballerina (2023), the protagonist, Ok-ju, is an ballerina-assassin—a seemingly delicate and improbable combination. As she seeks revenge against gang-run organizations for her best friend's death, she is constantly underestimated by her male adversaries. They dismiss her as "just a little thing," but her quiet resolve proves them deadly wrong.
Similarly, in Heart of Stone (2023), an undercover agent is seen as the weakest and most vulnerable member of her team. Her quiet demeanor leads others to underestimate her, but she turns out to be the key to stopping a global catastrophe.
These films remind us that being underestimated can be a powerful position. Sometimes, silence and stillness allow you to observe, plan, and strike when least expected, proving that strength comes in many forms.
Bad Boys has NOT continuity - in this scene? 📽️✨
Continuity editing is a fundamental technique in film production that seamlessly merges multiple shots, often taken at different times or in different locations, to maintain a cohesive, believable narrative. This approach is designed to help viewers stay immersed in the story, concealing the technical process of filmmaking through various techniques. hen done effectively, continuity editing allows even fast-paced sequences to appear as a single fluid moment. However, when continuity errors slip through, they can jolt the viewer out of the experience, no matter how thrilling the scene is.
One example of such an error occurs in Bad Boys II (2003), directed by Michael Bay, during an intense car chase scene. Will Smith’s character, Detective Mike Lowrey, is shown in a dramatic car spin, but in one brief shot, a continuity mistake reveals a Caucasian stunt driver rather than Smith, who is African American. This split-second error results from a misstep in merging shots from different takes or angles, where the substitute driver becomes visible. Given the high-energy, almost Grand Theft Auto-like nature of the scene, the error is easy to miss but still notable for continuity-conscious viewers.
While this slip may not detract from the adrenaline of Bad Boys II, it highlights the complexities of film editing, where even a single frame can impact the audience’s immersion in the story.
This film however, remains an action favourite and all-time classic with its comic and exciting screenplay.
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Where is the #RoadSafety on Knight and Day?
Tom Cruise’s Wild Driving in Knight and Day: A Plot Twist That’ll Make You Laugh
Let’s talk about Knight and Day. That scene where Tom Cruise’s character Roy takes his eyes off the road way too often to gaze at Cameron Diaz (June). If you're CAUTIOUS, You’re sitting there thinking, "Dude, eyes forward! This isn’t a romantic road trip; it’s a safety hazard!" Honestly, major creased-forehead energy directed at the film’s director. Who thought this was okay?
But then comes the twist. Just as you’re ready to report them both for being absolute menaces to society, Roy "closes his eyes"—while driving—and casually "falls asleep." June? Also snoozing. Wait, what?! Turns out, they’re not being reckless at all; it’s all part of Roy’s over-the-top, spy-level plan.
Sure, it’s ridiculous, but somehow, you can’t help but laugh at how it flips your expectations. Only Tom Cruise could make falling asleep behind the wheel look... cool?
The Psychology of Lainy in Kinda Pregnant: The Cost of Insecurity 🤰🏼
In Kinda Pregnant, Lainy’s journey isn’t just about pretending to be pregnant—it’s a reflection of deep-seated insecurity. Her jealousy drives her to fabricate a reality where she can feel as worthy as those around her. Instead of embracing her own unique path, she imposes herself into an experience that isn’t hers, making everything about her. This behaviour stems from a lack of self-love, where validation from others becomes a crutch for self-worth.
Lainy’s story teaches us a crucial lesson: we must love ourselves first. When we operate from a place of security and self-acceptance, we don’t need to compete or compare—we celebrate others genuinely. True confidence isn’t about fitting in; it’s about embracing who we are. Only by nurturing our own self-worth can we show up in the world as better, more supportive, and fulfilled individuals. Love yourself first, and everything else falls into place.
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In this episode, Goodisnyc.com dives into the gripping South African thriller Losing Lerato (2019). We break down the emotional rollercoaster of a father’s desperate fight to be with his daughter, exploring the film’s powerful themes of parental rights, love, and justice. Join us as we discuss performances, the movie’s impact, and so much more.🎬🎙️
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