Recent scientific findings have determined that roughly 10% of people suffer from some kind of insomnia, and whether it is a temporary inability to fall asleep or a more chronic disorder, it is certainly a notable concern, particularly since there are numerous reasons for the condition, ranging from medical problems to psychological issues. Yet, every…
Author: The Postmodern Pelican
Dumbo (1941)
Every child has a few sets of films that undeniably shaped their formative years, playing a vital role in their development and aiding in their growth over time. Some tend to cross over between generations, which is usually a sign of not only the strength of storytelling, but also emotional brilliance and genuine creativity. This…
Friendship (2025)
“Friendship is unnecessary, like philosophy, like art. It has no survival value. Rather, it is one of those things which give value to survival” These words by C.S. Lewis can be found in his book Four Loves, his meditation on faith, friendship and life in general. It has always stood out to me as a…
They Shot the Piano Player (2024)
At some point in our lives, we have all been entranced by the genre known as bossa nova – the soothing rhythms intertwining with the lyricism that exists somewhere between philosophically profound and hopelessly romantic, there is a reason the world was utterly taken when this genre emerged out of Brazil and underwent a cultural…
Dolly and Her Lover (1990)
The concept of opposites attracting has been the foundation of a lot of romantic films over the years, especially those designed to be slightly more comedic in nature, since there’s very few topics simultaneously funny and heartfelt than two very unique individuals overcoming their differences and falling in love with one another, which gives hope…
All My Friends Hate Me (2022)
We all know that familiar feeling of walking into a room, and suddenly being struck by a truly intrusive thought – “everyone here hates me”. Perhaps some have been lucky enough to have avoided such irrational and nonsensical delusions. Still, the vast majority of us have felt insecure from time to time, especially in arbitrary…
Blackbird (2020)
While you may not know it by looking at her, but Lily (Susan Sarandon) is about to die. Afflicted with a rare, deadly disease that gradually causes her muscles to deteriorate, her prospects for leading a normal life grow increasingly sparse as the days progress. If she can’t live as herself, dying on her own…
Doomed at Sundown (1937)
Once you have seen enough of a particular genre, the work starts to blur together. It can seem very repetitive, especially if we are dealing with either the earlier years of Hollywood filmmaking or a genre that didn’t initially allow for much space for exploration and experimentation. Unfortunately, a film like Doomed at Sundown meets…
Good One (2024)
Sometimes, the only way to appreciate life is to escape from reality for a short while. For some, this means venturing into the virtual world, whereas for others, it involves retreating into nature, which is the perfect way to recalibrate one’s soul to be more aware and present. It may sound slightly esoteric, and perhaps…
A Sense of History (1992)
We all have intrusive thoughts from time to time, and they usually range from mildly concerning to outright terrifying. For most of us, these remain fleeting moments in our minds, but for others, they serve as an unavoidable impulse to cause harm, whether to themselves or others. This is likely the concept that inspired Jim…
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