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A Quick Guide to Writing Powerful Lyrics
The process of writing lyrics can be wearisome, right?
Finding the inspiration, choosing the right angle, searching for the fitting
words and making it all gel together is not an easy task. If only there were
basic lyric writing tips. Voila. There are no formulas for what makes one set
of lyrics better than the other. However, if you’re comparing a set of lyrics
to Rebecca Black’s Friday, you might come out on top. To point the songwriters
in one of the right directions, the following are some professional lyric
writing tips.
1.
Keep a song writing diary, and always keep it
close to you. Inspiration does not walk in announced, and you don’t want to let
it go without putting a pen to the paper. Kings of Leon’s front man, Caleb
Followill mentioned in an interview how many times he jumbled incomprehensible
thoughts into his diary, only for the band to find gold sitting there.
2.
Spend time focusing on lyrics that resonate with
you and practice. Find out what it is that you like about the way your favorite
songs are written. Focus less on themes and more on structure, the syllable
fit, the cadence, the emphasized notes.
3.
Understand that lyric writing can be a science,
not merely art. Lateralus is one of the greatest songs written by Tool. Other
than the fact that the song talks in obscure metaphors about reaching out,
syllables in the lyrics conform to the Fibonacci sequence. The Fibonacci
sequence too is a spiral of infinitely growing numbers.
4.
Don’t be too vague about the concept. Try and
try again to use words that capture the emotion and feeling of what it is that
you are trying to say. You felt strongly enough about this idea to write a song
about it. Channel that.
5.
Write with the melody echoing loudly in your
head. A basic component that makes great lyrics special is how well they sit on
the melody. This may take time to perfect, but don’t lose hope.
This Summer in R&B:
Cheyenne by Jason Derulo
Cheyenne is a song recorded by American artist Jason Derulo.
Cheyenne was released on June 30th, 2015 as the second single for Derulo’s
fourth studio album, Everything Is 4. The
song has been written by Jason Derulo in collaboration with eight other artists
including Sam Martin and Robin Weisse. Cheyenne is produced by The Monsters and
the Strangerz and Ian Kirkpatrick. Cheyenne opened at No. 66 on the Billboard
Hot 100 list and peaked at No. 21 on the US Mainstream Top 40. The song hit No.
42 on Canadian Hot 100 and No. 25 on Australia’s ARIA chart. Despite the
rankings, the song has been more favorably reviewed than the first single “Want
to Want Me” from his new album.
Jason Derulo describes Cheyenne as a woman who has been
haunting his mind. The accompanying video for the single, described by Derulo
as “a short film”, carries the haunted theme while paying an ode to legends
like Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson. In terms of the song itself, Derulo
confirmed that the subject Cheyenne was not a figment of his imagination but a
ghost of his distant past. Derulo, who came in to his own in 2010 with the hit
single “In My Head”, quickly climbed the ladder of chart music in 2014 with
massive hits in the shape of “Talk Dirty to Me” and “Wiggle”. Cheyenne,
however, has failed to land the same punch as the singles from his previous
album. It remains, however, too early to tell how the rest of Derulo’s fourth
album will fare.
The best range to source a ringtone from Cheyenne can be
found between the 0:32 and 1:15 minute markers.
Comfortable by K Camp
Comfortable is the latest single from K Camp’s (original
name: Kristopher Campbell) upcoming debut album, Only Way Is Up. The singer from Atlanta released the track list for
the album on August 14, 2015. The song was released on 9th June,
2015 under the Interscope Records label. The album is set to come out on
September 4, 2015. The old school tunes are written and composed by K Camp, who
found his moment under the spotlight with “Cut Off” which he released in 2014
in collaboration with 2 Chainz. Comfortable peaked at No. 24 on the US Rap
charts and No. 28 on the US R&B tunes. The summer jam also climbed to claim
the No. 8 position on Rap Airplay.
K Camp’s rise to fame has been sudden and unexpected, even
for himself. Too shy to perform during school, composing beats and writing
lyrics was Camp’s way of venting out frustrations. From there to his new album
which will be featuring the likes of T.I., Snoop Dogg/Lion, French Montana, Bun
B, Fetty Wap and Yo Gotti, it has already been quite the ride for K Camp.
Comfortable is a smooth and melodic summer track about ways to get comfortable
with a girl. The hook’s are catchy and have been riding the radio airwaves for
a good part of the summer. K Camp’s ability with respect to the verse and the
rap belie his novelty to the industry.
The best parts of the song for a ringtone are between the
0:15 and 0:33 minutes range, and 3:10 and 3:33 minutes range.
A Guide to Perfect Wedding Heels
Picking out the perfect wedding shoes is not intended to be
an easy task. The sheer magnitude of colors, sizes, shapes and styles can be
dizzying. Find the right wedding heels that match your dress is more
complicated. For the purpose of making it a little easier for you, let’s review
some essential tips.
Don’t Compromise on
Comfort
The single most important criterion for picking out the
right pair of shoes should be comfort. These shoes will be on your feet on the
most important day of your life from morning till the last moments of the
night. You’ll be running from place to place, mingling with your guests and
hopping on the dance floor. This will not be easy with shoes that are biting
your feet and wreaking havoc. Choose shoes that provide extra padding and
support.
Wear Them In
Many people unwrap their glistening their shoeboxes on the
day of the wedding like a Christmas gift. Don’t wait so long to break into your
shoes. Try them on before the big day, walk around in them and assess their
comfort level. The last thing you want to be doing on your big day is stumbling
on your wedding heels.
Stick to the Theme
If your wedding resembles a Cinderella-esque ball, glamorous
wedding heels or a perfect pair of silver wedding shoes would fit right in. Not
so much if it is a beach wedding. Also, try to find a pair that will go along
with what your partner is wearing. Remember, it starts from the ground up.
Don’t Go Cheap
Yes, there is a budget. But one mistake people often make is
spending too much on the dress and not enough on the shoes. You should set
aside at least 15% of what you spent on your dress for your shoes. Start early,
scour sales but don’t compromise on an essential part of your wedding attire.
Is the Land Rover
Range Rover a Cool Car?
The original Land Rover came out in 1970. If that makes you
feel old, we’re sorry. One thing that the SUV has been able to establish since
the very start is stature. It’s considered not merely a vehicle, it’s a status
symbol. Since the start, the Land Rover Range Rover has had a very familiar and
recognizable shape. The brand brags about effortless handling and supreme
innovation as signature features. With the new Range Rover Evoque on the market
now, there is one important question that beggars attention: Is the Land Rover
Range Rover a cool car? Let’s find out what makes the SUV cool and uncool.
The Cool:
Sheer Technological
Innovation:
The Land Rover has been recently acquired by the Indian
conglomerate Tata and the focus on technological improvement has been obvious.
The new models boast new InControl features including remote essentials, added
vehicle protection and safety, and Wifi hotspots. More importantly, in addition
to the signature Land Rover features, the SUV has been engineered to improve
its adaptive dynamics and terrain response, making it more than just a luxury
ride.
The chassis and the body of the new line of Land Rover
vehicles have now adopted an all aluminum construction. What that means for the
car is less weight, almost 400kg less weight. Not only does this afford the car
greater handling, it makes the Land Rover Range Rover significantly more fuel
efficient. In our books, that is very cool.
The Signature
Decadent Cabin:
All you need to do is open the door of the car and you will
be sucked into its world of opulent luxury. The new design comes with extended
wheelbase. What that means for you is a lot more rear-seat room. A lot of it.
Like luxury saloon lot. This can be seen as the Land Rover addressing a major
interior drawback from its previous models.
You get more than just lavish space from your car too. The
Land Rover Range Rover provides an upscale ambience in the interior of the
vehicle. The quality is obvious with the leather fittings, especially the extra
soft leather seat faces. On its own, that may not be compelling, but when
partnered with the commandeering drive and the signature Range Rover character,
this makes a very comprehensive case for the brand.
That Audio System:
Seriously, that audio system. The newer versions of the Land
Rover vehicles come with the Meridian Surround-Sound Systems that pack a heavy
weight. The vehicles can be equipped anywhere from 11 to 17 speakers based on
upgrades, delivering wattage from 380 watts to a booming 825 watts. But it’s
actually the quality of the sound system that is more appealing than the
quantity options. The Meridian Sound System is equipped with Trifield
technology that masters the coupling of sound processing with strategic speaker
placement. What that means for you is a music hall experience. There’s nothing
more uncool about a big expensive car with a weak stereo system. Take our word
for this, this is worth all upgrades.
It’s Very Road
Trippy:
What differentiate the Land Rover Range Rover are driver
aids and vehicle dynamics, which continue to be perfected with every model. The
newest version comes with adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring,
active roll control, surround-view cameras and excellent brake and park assist
features. It’s the cameras that are ice this cake. These are particularly
useful given that the Land Rover is a big vehicle. There are multiple camera
views available to get you out of the tightest of spots.
The new Range Rover is also a lot more responsive, perhaps
given the changes in weight and dynamics. The active roll control ensures
greater body lean and makes the car flatter for cornering and sharp turns. The
terrain response system is as impressive as ever. This single traction system
comes equipped for various different road conditions and a smart auto feature
for the best operating mode.
The Somewhat Cool:
Performance and
Economy:
The new Land Rover Range Rover comes with three engine
options. At the bottom of the range is the 258hp 3.9l V6 diesel engine.
Hustling in the middle is the 4.4l V8 diesel model with 339hp. And at the top
of the range is 5.0l 510hp supercharged petrol V8 version.
In terms of fuel efficiency, the V6 diesel engine gives a
sturdy 37.6 miles per gallon ratio, where as the V6 diesel engine delivers 32.5
miles per gallon. The V8 petrol model gives a neat 20.5 miles per gallon. This
greater fuel efficiency is in part to do with vehicle’s weight reduction, but
also with greater efficiency designs in the engine. Those can be experienced
during the drive as well. The V6 diesel model can hit the 60mph bar in 7.4
seconds. And the V8 petrol model accomplishes the same in just 5.1 seconds. For
a car of that size, the acceleration is stupendous.
The Less Cool:
The In-Car Interface:
Don’t get us wrong. The Range Rover’s in-car kit is an
impressive piece of technology. However, it is also lacking in some obvious
respects which can seem strikingly odd. The 8-inch touchscreen panel performs
standard navigation and streaming functions adequately, but its fails to
impress. The user interface remains tricky to manipulate for a driver on the
road. A dual LCD system is definitely a redeeming feature, where the driver can
navigate the maps while the passenger streams music or watches TV. But in terms
of navigation, it’s not as smooth as it could be.
Price:
The new and improved Land Rover Range Rover jumps up the
brand by making itself a more plutocratic and luxury vehicle. That comes at a
hefty cost, however. Given the features and improvements that the Range Rover
offers, one could make a case justifying the price. But the fact remains the
Land Rover Range Rover is a moderately expensive vehicle on the market.
Final Verdict:
For the longest time, the Land Rover brand has strived to be
cool, and with the direction it is heading in, we certainly think it’s quite
getting there. The changes in the newer models reflect a combination of
innovation and incorporation of consumer feedback. Overall it’s an impressive
and great looking automobile.
Pleasurable Pastimes: Glass Feeders for Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds are of the smallest and most beautiful species
of birds that populate the planet. These petite and exotic birds create a
humming sound by beating their wings which flap at high frequencies. This makes
them not only a beautiful sight to look at, but an overall great fixture for
gardens. Attracting hummingbirds requires a simple process of creating
environments conducive to feeding these birds. Feeding them can be an
effortless, inexpensive and pleasurable hobby. This article will detail some of
the equipment and ways in which you can partake in this rewarding activity.
All one needs to attract hummingbirds are feeding equipment,
commonly and colloquially known as feeders. Feeders come in different shapes
and sizes, but glass hummingbird feeders are most popular and universal.
For a lot of users, the single most essential criterion when
choosing a feeder is that it should be easy to clean and simple. In order to
attract hummingbirds, it’s important that the feeder is not only clean but
filled with fresh nectar. Glass hummingbird feeders are immensely useful for
that reason. Additionally glass feeders last longer and can be sterilized
easily compared to plastic alternatives. Given the extensive commitments of the
modern lives, it is imperative that you choose a feeder that makes the task
simple for you. Another advantage of a good glass hummingbird feeder is that it
usually comes apart. This way you will be able to open the parts up for quick
cleaning purposes. To make life easier for you and the bird, don’t invest in
feeders that are too big.
Hummingbirds are naturally attracted to fresh and clean
sources of nectar. However, there are simple ways to make the process of
summoning the birds to your feeders. Hummingbirds are attracted to the color
red more than any other color, and so a good glass hummingbird feeder will have
an element of red in at least some degree. This roughly translates in
hummingbird language to “Open for Business”. Even if your glass hummingbird
feeder is not colored red, you may adorn it with red ribbons or tapes or other
embellishments. You may even place a basket of red flowers close to the feeder
to attract the bird. This will increase the chances of hummingbirds discovering
the device and from there the nectar in the feeder will take over.
A lot of glass hummingbird feeders come attached with small
perches. This is certainly not a base requirement but it has its own purpose.
Hummingbirds don’t require special seating arrangements, but they will make use
of a perch if one is made available to them. And you may get more out of it.
Namely, this is the sight of a hummingbird attempting and succeeding in sitting
still.
Cleaning of the feeders, as has been mentioned, is quite
essential. It is recommended that the feeder be cleaned every three or four
days. The frequency should be higher during the warmer spells of weather. You
may find mould starting to collect in your glass hummingbird feeder at times.
You should scrub it out with a bottle brush and keep the equipment clean. An
alternative is the use of sand and water. Do not, it is imperative, do not use
strong detergents or chemical cleaning equipment of the feeders. One way to
avoid the mould altogether is rinsing the glass hummingbird feeder with warm
water every time you change the nectar.
It is harder to attract hummingbirds to the feeders during
the seasons when flowers take bloom. However, if you particularly enjoy this
activity, you can put up two or three different glass hummingbird feeders in
different parts of your home’s exterior. As great as the temptation to fill the
feeders can be to attract the beautiful birds, try not to fill it up more than
half full. This way the nectar won’t be wasted when you clean the feeder.
Lastly, in terms of preparing the nectar itself, you can
concoct a solution easily at home. All you need is some sugar and water, in a
one to four proportion. Boil and mix this solution well for a mere couple of
minutes and refrigerate it to cool it down. This nectar solution does tend to
attract ants and bees, but there are different glass hummingbird feeders
available to tackle this concern.
Title: A Thousand Splendid Suns
Author: Khalid
Hosseini
Biographical information about the author:
Khalid Hosseini is a 52 year old Afghan American renowned
for three bestselling novels: The Kite Runner (2003), A Thousand Splendid Suns
(2007) and And the Mountains Echoed (2013). Hosseini earned his M.D. from the
University of California, San Diego, and practiced medicine for ten years,
until he decided to quit practicing medicine and focus on writing full time.
Hosseini cites Persian poetry and Persian translations of the works of Jack
Fang and Lewis Carroll as his influences.
Date of Publication:
May 22, 2007
Genre: Novel/Fiction
Historical information about the period of publication or
setting of the poem:
A Thousand Splendid Suns is written to describe the plight
of average women living in Kabul, Afghanistan. Released in 2007, the book was
published in detail about a country that was not only war-torn but in the midst
of constant conflict. The story opens with the birth of Laila, a central character,
on the night the Soviets took control of Afghanistan.
Plot Summary:
The story opens with Mariam, the illegitimate daughter of a
man named Jalil. Jalil is a wealthy businessman who lives in a nearby city.
Mariam’s relationship with Jalil is almost nonexistent until her mother’s
suicide, after which Mariam is sent to Herat to live with her father. However,
Jalil and his wives marry Mariam off to Rasheed, a shoemaker much older than
Mariam in age. The couple move to Kabul, and soon Mariam is found to be
pregnant. However, her pregnancy ends in miscarriage and her relationships with
her husband begin to sour as he becomes violent.
In a parallel story, in Kabul, Laila is born the night
Soviets established control over Afghanistan. As Laila grows up, we are
introduced to her best friend Tariq. Tariq is a young boy who lost a leg as a
child because of a stray bomb. As the Soviets stay in Afghanistan worsens the
conditions, and as the relationship between Laila and Tariq begins to blossom,
Tariq’s family decides to migrate to Pakistan to stay away from the war. The
night before Tariq leaves, he sleeps with Laila, impregnating her in the
course. Laila’s family too decides to leave Afghanistan, but are killed by a
rocket, leaving Laila alone and hurt in Kabul.
Mariam and Rasheed care for Laila as she recovers. During
this time Laila receives the news of Tariq’s death in a hospital. At this
junction, Rasheed proposes to Laila, and she agrees. This is because of her
pregnancy, which she hides from Rasheed in a bid to convince him the child is
his. Her eventual plan is to escape to Pakistan once she has saved enough.
Laila’s marriage to Rasheed causes Mariam to view Laila in a
very unfavorable light. However, the two women come closer over the tragedy of
their shared experiences, especially after the birth of Laila’s daughter,
Aziza. At one point, Laila confides to Mariam her plan to escape from Rasheed
and Kabul. Mariam agrees to help Laila and join them. The two women and the
child are able to go ahead with their plan and manage to escape, but are
arrested soon because of the strict religious wave in Kabul, and sent back home
to Rasheed. Rasheed’s abusive tendencies cause him to nearly kill the women.
Soon after, as the plight and hardships continue, Laila is pregnant
again and has a son this time. Rasheed’s shoemaking venture burns down, and the
family is left without a source of income. He forces Laila to put their
daughter Aziza in an orphanage, and Laila has no choice but to consent. One
day, on her return from a visit to Aziza, Laila comes home to find her
childhood friend and love, Tariq, at her house. As they begin to talk, Laila
discovers the man who bore the news of Tariq’s death years ago was a trickster
hired by a conniving Rasheed, so he could marry Laila. On her end, Laila tells
Tariq about her daughter in the orphanage. When Rasheed finds out about Tariq’s
visit, he flies into a rage and heavily beats Laila. Mariam intervenes during
this episode and delivers a fatal blow to Rasheed in a bid to protect Laila.
She remains in Kabul after Rasheed’s death and is found guilty for the murder.
She is publicly executed by the new regime of the religious Taliban. This part
of the story is also an excellent commentary on the pseudo-religious nature of
the Taliban regime.
Tariq moves Laila and her two children to Pakistan, where
Tariq’s new home is and where life is much better than back in Kabul. As the
years move on, the story mentions the US invasion of Afghanistan, whereupon
Laila decides to move back to her home in Kabul.
Rasheed starts to beat Laila that night when he finds out
about Tariq. Mariam ends up killing Rasheed to protect Laila. Mariam remains in
Kabul to take the blame and is executed by the Taliban. Laila, Tariq, and the
kids move to Tariq's home in Murree, where life is comfortable. After the U.S.
invasion, however, Laila decides to return to Kabul. Before returning, she
makes a stop at Mariam’s village and visits her childhood home. There she
receives a box that was meant for Mariam for all these years, from her
illegitimate father Jalil. The contents of the box reveal a letter and her
share of inheritance. To honor the memory of Mariam, Laila sows the seeds of
inheritance to renovate the orphanage she once was forced to send Aziza to. At
the end of the book, readers discover Laila is pregnant again, with seeds of
new hope planted internally as well as externally.
Memorable Quotes
“Learn this now and learn this well, my daughter: Like a
compass needle that points north, a man's accusing finger always finds a
woman.”
These words constantly surround Mariam in her life; first as
her father blames her mother’s suicide and later as Rasheed blames Mariam and
Laila for his own misfortunes. It also represents a strong culture of
patriarchy undermining women in Afghanistan.
“No matter. The point is, I am your husband now, and it
falls on me to guard not only your honor but ours, yes, our nang and namoos.
That is the husband's burden. You let me worry about that."
This is another important quote that represents how Laila
and Mariam are both controlled and manipulated, even pitted against each other,
in the name of honor that Rasheed assumes to be his own responsibility. It
almost stands as ironic as well, given Rasheed’s character and his disposition
towards his wives.
“A society has no chance at success if its women are
uneducated, Laila. No chance.”
In a society riddled with oppression, this quote summarizes
the entire book in a way. It is a message for education of women, and the power
that such education would bring to overcome the stringent and unfair regime in
the country. In a country with few voices advocating for the women, this stands
out.
Bet Tipsters Land You High Odds of Winning
A bets tipster is an individual or a source that provides
premium information and tips on the most likely results of sporting fixtures.
These are specialized packets of information suggested by a third party. The
bets tipster will usually have more knowledge about the sport, fixture or the
subject, than the bookmaker who sets the betting prices. The tipster then
offers his expert knowledge for sale to assist bets in beating the bookie’s
odds. This information is usually not available on a public level.
An expert bets tipster will employ extensive knowledge,
research and statistical estimation to arrive at a final tip. This tip will
then be compared to the bookmaker’s odds. If there is a difference in the value
identified by the tipster and the bookmaker, there is perceived “value” to the
bet. At such a point, the bets tipster will recommend that course of action to
the bettor. A tip with a strong possibility of actualization is known in the
tipster circles as a “nap”.
Now that we have an understanding of what a tipster is, the
important question is why is there a need in the market for a bets tipster?
Here are some tips to manage your bet bank better:
·
Set aside an amount. An expert bets tipster will
lower the risk on your bets by providing you options that come with a high
degree of certainty. However, you should operate your bets within the betting
bank you set aside and not go above and beyond. That is why a bets tipster can
help you maximize your earning within your budget without having to risk diving
into other savings.
·
Employ arbitrage (or flat betting). This concept
implies that when betting, it is important to spread your bets across different
fixtures rather than pooling all resources into one corner. This is very
similar to investment portfolios which are as diverse as possible, to minimize
the exposure from bad investments. Similarly, placing similar bets across
different fixtures will reduce your exposure to bad bets, but also allow you a
chance to recover your losses from another fixture.
·
Maximizing your betting bank is a result of
smaller but smarter investments. People are often tempted by high odds to put
all eggs in one basket. Sometimes that pays off, most times it doesn’t.
Professional gamblers will often say the same thing. Maximize the number of
bets you make by reducing your bet value, possibly to 1% per bet of your total
betting bank.
Top 10 Films Every Producer Needs to See:
It is ironic and comical how film producers reside at the
top of the food chain, but seldom receive the recognition they deserve. In
fact, a large part of the audience is unaware of the role of a producer. That’s
a shame, since producers essentially control all aspects of a film’s
production. In fact, they bring together the production crew and evolve an idea
into a story. They lay down the brick and mortar and create conditions
conducive to success for the film crew. Approving budget, locations, the final
shooting script and the schedule are all duties residing with the producer. To
honor producers and inspire aspiring producers, we created a list of films that
rouse appreciation for unsung heroes of the film industry.
1) Grand Budapest
Hotel
Directed by the quirky genius Wes Anderson, Grand Budapest
Hotel gained much acclaim when it was released in the 2014 film season. The
film garnered a great reputation owing to its comic plotline, elaborate sets,
brilliant locations and the typical Wes Anderson imprint. However, there was
one element of the film that did not become obvious until the night of the
Oscars. Grand Budapest Hotel won four technical awards which highlighted the
strength of the team put together by the film’s four producers. And with each
winning speech, one thing became very obvious: the success of the film was tied
to the work put in by producers Jeremy Dawson, Scott Rudin, Wes Anderson and
Steven Rales in creating harmonious and close relationships with the entire
crew, driving them to give more than their best. The result was a refined piece
of great cinema.
2) The Godfather
Despite his signature punch and an exhaustive list of
brilliant roles, the industry legend Marlon Brando is known to our generation
for his role in The Godfather. Many also view the series as the coming up of Al
Pacino, another industry legend. One could write endless poems and odes in
reverence to the magic of The Godfather. It remains one of those very few
productions that did complete justice to the literature it was based on. The
conception of the idea and evolution of the screenplay made The Godfather a
Hollywood legacy. And that it was successfully conceived as a trilogy and
established the franchise are all reasons why the production team of The
Godfather deserves infinite plaudits. All aspiring producers have to sit down
and take note.
3) Snow White
In fact, watch all films produced by the inimitable Walt
Disney. Snow White epitomizes the revolution brought forth by Walt Disney,
engineering remarkable change in the industry from the producer’s helm. Why
every aspiring producer needs to watch Snow White is simple: it represents the
power of the producer’s vision. Also quite importantly, it highlights Walt
Disney’s ability to collaborate and manage a large team of people. Eight people
worked on adapting the story, while there were six directors filming individual
sequences. The product: A timeless entertainment.
4) The Departed
The film received rave reviews and multiple awards. The
director, Martin Scorsese, and the entire cast of A-list actors were lauded for
their performances. The film was action-packed and intense, but followed a
strong screenplay. From the last decade or so, The Departed represents victory
on the producers’ front. To be able to pull together such a riveting story,
recruit the best talent in the industry, manage them successfully and produce
and distribute a film deserves individual acclaim.
5) Paranormal
Activity
Again, hold your doubts. Think of it this way: the budget
for the first film in the Paranormal franchise was a mere $15,000. Its gross
earnings, in comparison, were $107,917,283. In recent years, one would be hard
pressed to find examples of a better turnover. While the subsequent parts of
the Paranormal franchise may be less successful, it would be foolish to deny
that the firm set up a legacy. It is a film that producers must watch to
understand what aspects of the filming process made Paranormal Activity such a
recipe for success while remaining cognizant of its confining budget.
6) Lord of the Rings
To take a book as long as J.R.Tolkien’s, to capture the idea
of producing a trilogy and launching an outstanding series represents a stroke
of class. Lord of the Rings is now part of our generation’s lore, having been
revived so beautifully in 2001. Credit is due to Peter Jackson for brilliant
direction, but the strings being pulled higher above are obvious.
7) Before Sunrise
Another example of a successful trilogy (measured with a
different metric), the Before series starring Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy will
remind you the beauty in simplicity. The films rely on nothing more than
picturesque locations and engaging dialogue between two average individuals.
And yet, the compound effect is phenomenal.
8) Entourage
Well, not the film as much as the television series. Some
may consider this blasphemy, placing Entourage on the same list as the
Godfather, but let us make a case. For eight seasons, Entourage delivered a
sold punch to its loyal consumer base, which grew to the extent that a film was
finally made to bring closure to the story. What makes Entourage a fascinating
production is its conception and execution. The storyline loosely follows
producer Mark Wahlberg’s life, the basis for the show’s plot. The inclusion of
real Hollywood celebrities in abundance, from Martin Scorsese to James Cameron
to Bob Saget made the show all the more relevant. More importantly for young
producers, it highlights the collaborative and networking abilities of the
production team to make Entourage a popular show.
9) Crash
The 2004 Oscar winning film summarizes the efforts that
producers make to pitch a strong film. Again, laden with a cast of superstars,
the film emerged as a value greater than the sum of individual efforts. What
that points towards is the director’s prowess as well as a strong backroom team
working efficiently to realize a powerful idea and put it on screen. The film’s
production was lauded universally when it came out and remains one of the
brighter pieces of Hollywood storytelling even now.
10) Boyhood
The list would be neither credible nor complete without
Boyhood. Everyone needs to see this film, and this comes from someone who
rooted for Birdman to win the Oscar. Boyhood is a phenomenal story told in the
most breathtaking cinematic manner. It follows the story of a boy over twelve
years of production. The amount of commitment, patience and vision required to
execute a film like Boyhood is a testament to its producers, as well as to the
matchless Richard Linklater, the director of the film. It also highlights the
importance of great working relationships between the producers and the
directors in producing a master class, and is therefore a solid recommendation
The Big Bang Theory: Evolution of a Very Funny Television
Show
There has not been any other show quite like The Big Bang
Theory on television in the recent years. The show is a brainchild of creators
Chuck Lorre (famous for Two and a Half Men) and Bill Prady, available on the
DISH network for viewers. It follows the story of Penny (played by Kaley Cuoco
Sweeting) who rents an apartment across two genius scientists who struggle with
the social dynamics of life. The four other individuals who round up the
central cast of the Big Bang Theory are: Leonard, played by Johnny Galecki;
Sheldon, played by Jim Parsons; Raj, played by Kunal Nayyar; and Howard, played
by Simon Helberg. While all cast members deliver strong performances, Jim
Parsons’ acting has received particularly rave reviews and four Emmy awards, in
addition to countless other wins and nominations.
The show has now been approved for its tenth season, which
highlights its brilliance as a strong comedy. What makes the show so successful
are the strength of central characters, the comic nature of their quirks and personalities,
and the overall geek-meets-world enterprise of the show. Leonard is an
experimental physicist who immediately falls for his new neighbor Penny, a
struggling but relentlessly aspiration actress. Sheldon is Leonard’s irritable
roommate who can quote verbatim any line from a science fiction movie and also
any clause from the roommate agreement he has drawn up. Raj is an Indian
immigrant who literally cannot find words in the presence of women yet is
hopelessly infatuated with them. And Howard represents the ultimate turtleneck
wearing geek in his lovable bravado and a raging false sense of show.
So why must you give The Big Bang Theory a viewing? For one,
there are 18 million viewers who regularly tune in every week, even in the
show’s ninth season. The show represents the geek subculture delving into the
mainstream. The characters are unique and sweet, with idiosyncrasies that
strike as odd but don’t take time to become endearing. In a sense, the show
represents the coming of age for these four scientists in their interaction
with the world, and often depicts the struggles of easily identifiable
characters with qualms about interfacing with other people. What ensues are
highly comical references to science, made funnier by Penny’s inability to understand
any of the references. The show avoids complex storylines but sticks to the
one-great-show-each-week model. Tune in and find yourself repeating the endless
stream of memorable catchphrases, while laughing and enjoying the simple, sweet
comedy that the Big Bang Theory is. Bazinga!
Low Carb Recipes for a Healthy Lifestyle
There are a lot of people who desire a healthy nutritional
lifestyle. This can be either to lose weight or simply to be careful about what
we eat. Yet, we find it difficult to switch to those healthier diets as we get
boggled by the apparent difficulty or complexity of such diets. This article
helps those people understand the benefits of a low carb diet. Additionally, it
will talk about the foods you can eat and some of the easy low carb recipes.
As the name implies, low carb diets restrict the amount of
carbohydrates we consume. Carbohydrates can be found in processed foods with
high sugar or starch content. This is replaced by foods with high protein and
fat nutrition, which are easily digested by the average metabolic system. Low
carb diets limit our insulin production, limit our cravings for sweet and
sugary foods, and allow us to transition to healthier lifestyles.
The foods with high carbohydrate value ought to be avoided.
These include foods with high sugar content, like soft drinks, candy, ice
cream, etc. Also avoid starchy grains like wheat, barley, rye, breads, pasta,
etc. Certain oil bases like sunflower, soybean and canola oils are also a
source of high carbs. One mistake many people make is consuming “low-fat” or
dietary products, including artificial sweeteners, cereals, crackers, which are
in fact, more harmful than good. Avoid these when you can, alongside highly
processed factory foods.
Instead, switch to protein foods. This includes the meat
family of beef, lamb, chicken, veal, pork, etc. Fish is another great food
which can be incorporated into low carb recipes. Eggs, green vegetables, fruits
and berries, nuts and seeds, cheese, butter, yogurt and olive oil are all foods
that provide the right kind of nutritional value that your body needs. Water,
tea and coffee should be consumed in abundance, whereas dark chocolate and wine
should be consumed in moderation.
To make the process easier, let us recommend some easy but
healthy low carb recipes.
Great breakfast low carb recipes can include: whisking
together an omelet with vegetables like spinach and mushrooms, fried in butter
or coconut oil. Other options include frying up bacon with eggs or stirring
fresh yogurt with your favorite mix of berries.
Low carb recipes for lunch options extend further: You could
have a healthy chicken or shrimp salad with green leafs or a light yogurt with
berries and almonds. You could even just throw in berries, fruits, almonds and
milk in a blender and make a quick smoothie. Frying lightly seasoned fish in
olive oil and serving it with broccoli is a great alternative.
For dinner, low carb recipes can include: cheeseburgers (minus
the bun) with salad and salsa, or quick fry steaks (either chicken or beef).
Salmon with butter and vegetables is a tasty alternative. Grilled chicken with
vegetables is also a healthy option. For the wings lovers, a portion of wings
go very well together with raw side of spinach. These are all dinners that do
not require extra effort or attention, but also tend to taste great and are
easy to maintain as part of a diet.
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