Posts Tagged ‘the culture files’
What to Expect on the Meteora Day Trip from Athens
Shrouded by fog, the famous rock formations of Meteora emerged as the van slowly crept around curves. Obstructed views or not, the Meteora day trip from Athens promised to be amazing (and long). I’d departed from the central train station at roughly 7 am for a 5-hour train ride north. Was ten hours on a…
Read MoreLife Lessons from Classic Hollywood Actresses
Glitz, glamour, and all things girly seem to be the defining themes of Old Hollywood films, at least when it came to the women portrayed on the Silver Screen. But most classic Hollywood actresses had more to offer viewers than meets the eye. Despite the oppressive nature of the film industry during the “studio era,”…
Read MoreThe Best Film Noir Movies: A Beginners Guide
Whether you’re looking to learn more about classic films or searching for the perfect gift for classic film lovers, this list of the best Film Noir movies is your guide into the dark, twisted world of noir. I created this guide to the dark underbelly of film to help others appreciate what’s become our favorite…
Read MoreGoing To Alcatraz: the Ultimate San Francisco Experience
“Are you going to Alcatraz?” a friend asked when I told her about our upcoming San Francisco trip. “Of course,” I said, knowing full well that I hadn’t thought about it. I listened as she shared her experience of visiting the famous prison, now a National Park. She described feeling incredibly torn, saddened by the…
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