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A Haunting in Venice: Own It On Blu-ray/DVD

Posted on November 28, 2023 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: 20th Century Studios, A Haunting in Venice, Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Tina Fey | Leave a Comment

A Haunting In Venice - Tina Fey, Michelle Yeoh and Kenneth Branagh

As a child, I loved reading mystery novels. It started with the books featuring Nancy Drew and later I read Agatha Christie’s novels with Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. Naturally my love for reading mystery books lends itself to watching movies, so I was excited to watch "A Haunting in Venice," which is based on the 1969 Agatha Christie novel, Hallowe’en Party. Kenneth Branagh reprises his role as Hercule Poirot (“Murder on the Orient … [Read more...]

Lightscape: Reimagined for 2023 at the Los Angeles Arboretum

Posted on November 21, 2023 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: LA County Arboretum, Lightscape Reimagined, Los Angeles Arboretum | Leave a Comment

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This past Saturday, I visited the Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden with my family to experience "Lightscape" which is a family-friendly walking event to celebrate the holiday season. Have you been to the LA Arboretum? The 127-acre garden is a delight to visit! Ask around and I'm sure you'll find folks who have toured the botanical gardens or even planned an impromptu photo shoot for engagement pictures. When we arrived on … [Read more...]

Dumb Money: The GameStop Story {Giveaway Contest}

Posted on November 20, 2023 | Filed Under: Pop Culture | Tags: America Ferrera, Dumb Money, GameStop Story, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen | 3 Comments

Shailene Woodley_Paul Dano - Dumb Money

“Dumb Money” is based on the true story of the rise and fall of GameStop stock in 2021. I vividly remember being glued to the news during this time because of the pandemic. In between watching reports on the coronavirus, there news stories on how GameStock shares were climbing higher and higher. What I didn’t really understand, and what the movie expertly lays out, is how this was a battle between the business savvy hedge fund investors and the … [Read more...]

Universal Studios Hollywood: Counting Down to the 2023 Holidays

Posted on November 16, 2023 | Filed Under: Local Events, Pop Culture | Tags: Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Grinchmas, Universal CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood | Leave a Comment

Universal Studios Hollywood CityWalk - Holiday 2

Can you believe that Thanksgiving is next week? That can only mean one thing…the December holiday rush is on and it’s time to count down to Christmas! Since I live in the San Fernando Valley, I feel like Universal Studios Hollywood is right in my back yard. I’ve been there a few times during the past winter holidays and I just love their festivities. What does Universal Studios Hollywood have to offer during the holidays? You can join the … [Read more...]

Gran Turismo Races Into Homes {Movie Review}

Posted on November 15, 2023 | Filed Under: Pop Culture, Reviews | Tags: David Harbour, Gran Turismo Movie, Orlando Bloom, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment | Leave a Comment

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“Gran Turismo” is a heart-pounding, thrill ride of a movie. From the moment I turned on the movie at home, I was riveted to the screen. Gran Turismo is based on the unbelievable true story of a team of unlikely underdogs – a struggling working-class gamer (Archie Madekwe), a failed former racecar driver (David Harbour), and an idealistic motorsport executive (Orlando Bloom). Together, they risk it all to take on the most elite sport in the … [Read more...]

The Places You’ll Go at The Dr. Seuss Experience!

Posted on November 13, 2023 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Dr. Seuss pop-up, Santa Monica Place, Seuss Experience, The Dr. Seuss Experience | 2 Comments

Seuss Experience_Christmas Tree

The Dr. Seuss Experience is an interactive and immersive experience located in Santa Monica. Oh, the places you will go as you wander through a Seuss-tacular journey featuring themed rooms and installations. Guests will be delighted to see Dr. Seuss’s books like "The Cat in the Hat" and "How the Grinch Stole Christmas!" come to life with Seuss-themed rides, costumed characters, fun photo opps and a gift shop! Janae Cardona, Real Mom of SFV … [Read more...]

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