First in my life, I went to experience Universal Studios Horror Nights last week. I should say it was a blast. I am not sure why but I have always been a fan of horror. Why do people like being scared so much and go pay money for some people to scare you? I thought... Continue Reading →
Halloween Attractions 2024
Ever since I was a kid, I have always been into spooky stuff. Growing up my favorite authors were Stephen King, Dean R. Koontz and Agatha Christie. I read all kinds of books but the horror and mystery stories were my favorites. I enjoyed the horror maze and magic mirror the most whenever we went... Continue Reading →
Feeling like a Ghost in October 2024
Hi everyone, I started this website to collect some of my writings and I haven't blogged anything personal in awhile. As some of you might be following, I do write movie reviews and do interviews for newspaper Salom. And I also continue with our Podcast series "Searching for Goodness" that can be found both on... Continue Reading →
About our latest episode
I never knew that I would be interviewing another childhood friend of mine for "Searching for Goodness" It is amazing finding another friend who grew up and also working on social awareness projects in their own field. We had an interview with a young environmental activist before and this time we are looking at things... Continue Reading →
Empower with Nature – Interview with Maya Galimidi
Maya Galimidi is the founder of Empower with Nature, a transdisciplinary education platform. She is an International Ambassador for the Global Ecovillage Network. Maya has an MA in Ecology and Spirituality at the University of Wales, Trinity Saint David. She double majored in Public Relations and Management of Performing Arts at Istanbul Bilgi University. After... Continue Reading →
L.A. Jewish Film Festival – Fighting Antisemitism One Film at a Time!
I am excited and looking forward to attending the Los Angeles Jewish Film Festival this year. The opening night will be June 19th and it will run through June 24th. Films will be screened at various theaters in and around Beverly Hills. Tickets are on sale now and everyone thinks this is the best film... Continue Reading →
About Nuri Bilge Ceylan & “Once Upon a Time In Anatolia”
Since I started writing again at Şalom recently, I have been mostly writing mainstream movie reviews. My mainstream journey started with Barbie, Oppenheimer, Golda, My Big Fat Greek Wedding and the Agatha Christie adaptation. Then I asked my boss at Şalom, if I could also write some Independent Movie Reviews. Ivo said, yes for sure,... Continue Reading →
Bob Marley: One Love
By Bessy Adut Now the Oscars 2024 is over with all its glam, I would like to write a movie I really enjoyed, unlike the popular opinion and criticism I heard around. I enjoyed the movie with all my heart, soul, and mind. It really spoke to me. I have been a fan of reggae... Continue Reading →
Crimes of Humanity Through Children’s Ears: “Zone of Interest”
By Bessy Adut Disclaimer: My reviews are usually best after watching. I am back with another Academy Award winner film of 2024 “The Zone of Interest.” This definitely is a very interesting movie and has been in the media due to the differences of opinions. There have been arguments that The Zone of Interest isn't... Continue Reading →
A Modern Tale of What Love Is: “Past Lives”
By Bessy ADUT Dear readers and movie lovers, today I am writing my review for another successful international film of this year. The film has 2 nominations for Oscars 2024: Teo Yoo and Greta Lee earned Best Picture and Original Screenplay nominations at the 96th Academy Awards. As a person who grew up watching a... Continue Reading →
