Although he currently occupies the title of my snobbish books club, I've found he is capable enough of stifling my naysayer. This makes him a great candidate for my naysayer in the year award. The above-mentioned slacker is sure to be a happy camper. The above-mentioned slacker may not be the only one in town. However, if you are a slacker in a bad mood and enjoy a good time, that's another story. The above mentioned slacker is currently occupied by a slacker in a bad mood, so he is a prime candidate for my good ol' time slacker of the year award.
FAQ
What is your most secretive community?
The answer may shock you. It might even make you uncomfortable because it challenges our perception of reality and how we live. But there is a reason that this place exists. It isn't what you would expect.
The City of God was its name by the ancient Greeks. It was also called the City of Destruction in the Bible.
It's also known as Kashi (Kashmir) in India. In Russia, it's called Novgorod.
But here in America, it goes by another name - The Town That Disappeared.
One tiny town in western New York State lost its 1,200 inhabitants without trace. A road sign pointing to the former location of the town was all that was left, except for a few bodies and cars.
This little community vanished and no trace remains to indicate where or when it disappeared. Some say it was swallowed up by the Earth. Others say it was destroyed in a meteorite collision. Some believe that it was taken by aliens.
Regardless of what happened, residents of this once-thriving town are certain that their town won't be forgotten forever. They just moved to another city.
There is even a website dedicated to tracking the disappearance of the lost city of Zugspitz.
So, where exactly did this town go? It's actually in Switzerland!
The border of Austria and Germany is at Zugspitze. Lake Zugspitze can be found just beyond the summit.
It has always fascinated and astonished me to see how many towns have vanished but still exist. Is it possible that some towns disappear and others are preserved? I decided to investigate.
I wanted more information about the mysterious disappearing of towns. What causes a community to disappear? How can one place become extinct?
It turned out that there are many theories about disappearing towns. One theory is that a city disappears after all buildings have been demolished. Another theory states that the town simply moves to another location. A third theory holds that the town did not exist.
There are many theories, but the truth is that thousands of towns around the world have been submerged by the earth. This video explores the history of these towns and examines their current state.
Is there a Hollywood blacklist?
There is an Hollywood blacklist.
But the list isn't made public. We don't know the names. This is why it matters.
The reason behind the secrecy was that blacklisted directors and actors wouldn't be able find work. This would result in studios losing money as the actors and directors would have to go out on their own. Which means they'd cut back on spending money on movies. Which would mean fewer opportunities for the blacklisted filmmakers. Which would lead them to go bankrupt.
This could lead to more victims.
In short, when someone tries to make an oscar winning movie, they might be asked to sign a contract saying they won't speak publicly against their employers. For any producer or director that wants to be nominated, the same applies.
That's why you hear stories about how producers pressure directors to remove scenes from their films. Directors threaten to abandon projects that don’t conform to their vision.
This is why Hollywood keeps a blacklist. If you speak negatively about your employer, you will likely be fired. This is bad news for anyone.
It is not uncommon for people to be falsely accused. They've had the toil to clear their name.
This kind of thing must stop before it can happen again. We must ensure that everyone has the right to express themselves freely.
So we need to take down the Hollywood blacklist.
What dark secrets can Hollywood keep from you?
Hollywood is filled secret societies. Many secret societies are cult-like and follow rigid rules. Others are just clubs for people with common interests.
There are other nefarious entities that have a significant influence on the industry. There are companies like the MPAA (Motion Picture Association of America), who sets film ratings and the RIAA, which sets music licensing fees.
Numerous unions, guilds, and associations represent actors, writers, producers, editors, and other creative professionals. The majority of major television networks and movie studios are owned by large corporations.
The fact is that regardless of how secretive any group may be, someone somewhere knows exactly who they are. But we don't have to fear them.
Instead, we should embrace these facts. Because they provide us with information that helps us make better decisions.
These people tell us what movies and songs will succeed, and which books will sell best.
They are, in short, what help us choose what we will watch, read and listen too.
Because we can trust them, we can ignore their advice when it conflicts with our tastes.
Because we have chosen to ignore their power, they are even more powerful. They are the ultimate judges of taste.
If you don't like their words, you can choose to ignore them.
Let's take a closer look at some of the less-known, yet still very real Hollywood secret clubs.
You'll see why they are so important.
Why do actors get blacklisted in the first place?
If you are an actor, you will get more rejection than if you are a writer. As an actor, it's likely that you will be rejected a lot. It doesn't matter, because you will eventually find someone you love.
Actors are usually very talented, meaning they can make a living almost anywhere. But most actors don't want to make a lot of money. Actors love acting, and love telling stories. You'll be an actor if you love acting.
Even worse, you might be told you are too young or too old to play the part. Or, you could lose out on a role in a movie. That happens a lot.
After you've been cast, there may be criticism. People will tell you that you look terrible or shouldn't be wearing makeup. If you're lucky, you won't even hear negative comments.
Sometimes, your performance as a fictional character can be ridiculed. You could be a gay actor and everyone assumes you are straight. You might play a tough woman, but she is very emotional.
Sometimes they might ask you to change how you speak. Sometimes they ask you to sound like a guy or a girl. They want you to sound better most of the time.
The best way to deal with these criticisms is to ignore them. Actors feel like they've failed when told they did wrong. However, they aren't doing anything wrong.
They just weren't born with the talent that made them famous. Sometimes, no matter what they do, they just don't fit the bill.
There are lots of reasons why an actor could get blacklisted. Some people don't like actors. Others feel that actors are lazy. Some actors may be cheaters.
It doesn't matter what reason it may be, you won’t be banned if you keep trying. There are many opportunities for you to find your role.
Keep trying and you will eventually succeed.
Statistics
- "It is estimated that 75% of people have at least mild gum disease, with the most common symptoms being bleeding when brushing, bad breath, and dark and swollen gums," Dr. Ron Baise, a London-based dentist, tells Romper. (romper.com)
- A 2012 paper published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reported that people blink about 15 to 20 times each minute, meaning, if you do the math, you spend about 10% of the time that you're awake blinking. (romper.com)
- In fact, according to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, you make 15 to 30 gallons of tears each year, which is insane when you think about it. (romper.com)
- In one 2014 study published in the Archives of Medical Science that sought to study the prevalence of these mites, research showed that 41% of the people had them hanging out in their eyelashes. (romper.com)
- The average human adult male heart rate is between 70 and 72 beats per minute, while the average for adult women is between 78 and 82 beats, which is significantly faster, according to 2014 published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research. (romper.com)
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What is the scariest movie you've ever seen?
Ask 10 people and you'll get 10 different answers.
Some people love horror films. Others prefer sci-fi flicks. Some prefer comedies.
No matter what your preference, all people have seen scary movies.
These are the ten best scary movies, from the original "Halloween" and the contemporary "Paranormal Activity."
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"Cabin Folly" – "Cabin Folly" is one among the most frightening zombie movies. It depicts a virus that causes humans to turn into zombies after death.
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"Thir13en Ghosts" - Based upon the true story of serial killer Jack the Ripper, "Thirteen Ghosts" features a group of teenagers possessed by ghosts.
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"Pulse", an action thriller, is about a man that was robbed and left in his home during a violent crime spree. He must fight off attackers using only the items found inside his home.
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"The Descent", one of the earliest found footage horror films, "The Descent", follows a group exploring underground for an adventure. But things quickly go horribly sour once they arrive.
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"Get Out"- Jordan Peele was famous for creating one the most terrifying horror movies ever created in 2017. "Get Out" portrays a young black photographer who visits his white girlfriend for the holidays. Untold dark secrets reveal themselves when he arrives.
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"Paranormal Activity", 2007 - "Paranormal Activity," was one of the first found footage movies. The movie featured a new spin of ghost stories, starring Katie Featherston.
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"Audition" is a Japanese word that means to present yourself before an audience, and be judged. Kiyoko, high school student, waits in anticipation to find out if her dream of becoming a pop singer will come true.
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James Wan's "Saw Series" - After many years of low-budget horror films, he grew tired of trying to shock the public. Jigsaw was his idea.
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"Tales From the Crypt", a horror film that focuses on the stories of the Crypt, becomes more terrifying with each year. Hollywood has made numerous sequels featuring the crypt keeper terrorizing various US cities over the years.
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"Carrie" (1976). "Carrie", introduced viewers to Telekinesis, an amazing supernatural ability. Carrie White can manipulate objects simply by thinking about them.