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

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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...]

Dumb Money: The GameStop Story {Giveaway Contest}

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“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

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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}

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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...]

Dolly Parton’s Mountain Magic Christmas is a Delightful Holiday Special

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Dolly Parton is a legend and I’ve enjoyed listening to her music since hearing “9 to 5” when I was a young girl. Not only does she sing beautifully, but her generous heart is commendable as well! I love that she has a childhood literacy program called Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. You can read more about it here. Just in time for the holidays, you can watch “Dolly Parton's Mountain Magic Christmas.” Experience the magic and music … [Read more...]

Visiting Escapology Escape Rooms in Northridge

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True confession – I’ve never been in an escape room until last month. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve always wanted to participate in an escape game, but for some reason I thought it would scare me. Admittedly, there are some escape rooms that aim for thrills and chills. Fortunately, Escapology Escape Rooms in Northridge is less about frightening its guests and more about entertainment and adventure in the form of brain teasers, hidden clues, cracking … [Read more...]