Svetlana Sterlin
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Svetlana Sterlin is based in Brisbane, Australia, where she writes prose, poetry, and screenplays. The founding editor of swim meet lit mag, she also edits with Voiceworks.
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10 Suspenseful Crime Movies Like The Fugitive
Released in 1993, the suspenseful action-thriller The Fugitive continues to be a hit with modern audiences. The character-centric plot may be what continues to captivate viewers almost 30 years later. Richard Kimble's quest to prove his innocence withstands the test of time, and it's a journey that has been replicated in many films since then.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
20 Memorable Quotes from Heathers (1988)
Content warning: suicidal themes. Michael Lehmann’s 1988 dark comedy Heathers is a brutal inspection of the way teens are treated by adults and society at large. Veronica Sawyer (Winona Ryder) finds herself part of the school’s most popular clique, which is lead by three Heathers: Heather McNamara (Lisanne Falk), Heather Chandler (Kim Walker), and Heather Duke (Shannen Doherty). However, Veronica doesn’t actually like her friends. When she offhandedly suggests to her boyfriend Jason “J.D.” (Christian Slater) that they kill Heather Chandler and make it look like a suicide, he takes her joke a little too seriously.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
12 Best Quotes from Licorice Pizza
Written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, Licorice Pizza is a nostalgic, adventurous, and funny coming-of-age story set in 1970s California. The film stars Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman, both in their film debuts, and features a smattering of well-known actors in supporting roles. Bradley Cooper, for instance, plays Jon Peters, who is based on a real person (a hairdresser turned producer who was married to Barbra Streisand for twelve days).
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Skins UK: 5 Characters Who Got Fitting Endings (& 5 Who Deserved More)
Skins is the acclaimed teen drama from the British channel E4. Set in Bristol, England, the show’s seven seasons follow three generations of teens in their sixth form of high school. They face many issues, from teen pregnancy to depression, discrimination to homelessness, and neglectful parents to navigating a wide range of relationships.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Shutter Island: 10 Most Memorable Quotes. Top Story - April 2022.
Based on the novel by Dennis Lehane, Shutter Island is a 2010 film directed by Martin Scorsese. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as Teddy Daniels, a U.S. Marshall sent to a remote island that serves as a mental institution for the criminally insane. Accompanying him is fellow Marshall Chuck Aule, portrayed by Mark Ruffalo.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Outer Banks: 10 Things That Need To Happen In Season 3
Netflix’s Outer Banks became an unexpected hit when it premiered on the streaming platform in 2020. The show’s second season picks up not long after the conclusion of the first, and the action-packed continuation of the Pogues’ escapades has performed even better than the first installment.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Which Elite Character Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?
With the addition of several new characters in season 4 of Netflix's Elite, the already large cast of characters expands even more. Each new character brings a new dynamic to the show, sparking new drama and more mysterious developments in the plot. The existing characters remain distinguishable among the pack, each with their own set of values.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
Elite: 10 Things That Make No Sense In Season 4
Netflix's popular Spanish series Elite is about to premiere its fifth season. Let's take a look back at season 4, which continued the show's exciting melodrama, though perhaps failed to reach the same level of suspense as the previous seasons. The plot structure felt familiar to many fans, but season 4 introduces a slate of new characters who shake up the social dynamics at Las Encinas.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
14 Best Period Dramas Like Anne With An E. Top Story - March 2022.
Based on Lucy Maud Montgomery’s Anne Of Green Gables books, Anne With An E is one of Netflix’s most popular coming-of-age series. Unfortunately, the show was canceled after three seasons and fans miss it dearly. Though Anne’s story won’t be continuing on the small screen, fans can find comfort and similarities in other period dramas, including some that Anne references in the show.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
5 Best Character Arcs in Stranger Things So Far
After three seasons, Stranger Things has firmly cemented its place in the ’80s-inspired sci-fi zeitgeist. The show’s first season thrust its stars to instant fame and rocketed up Netflix’s rankings to claim the top spot.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
17 Best Quotes from The French Dispatch (2021)
Wes Anderson’s latest film, the aesthetically pleasing comedy The French Dispatch, is another star-studded affair to add to the auteur’s oeuvre. Split into three parts, the film is described by the director as a love letter to journalists – in this case, those of a fictional newspaper in a 20th-century French town (aptly called Ennui-sur-Blasé). Owen Wilson’s laid-back, easygoing character introduces viewers to the setting in a humorously matter-of-fact way, adding tidbits of insider information to help the audience settle into this new world – though it will feel familiar to Wes Anderson fans.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks
17 Best Quotes from The French Dispatch (2021)
Wes Anderson’s latest film, the aesthetically pleasing comedy The French Dispatch, is another star-studded affair to add to the auteur’s oeuvre. Split into three parts, the film is described by the director as a love letter to journalists – in this case, those of a fictional newspaper in a 20th-century French town (aptly called Ennui-sur-Blasé). Owen Wilson’s laid-back, easygoing character introduces viewers to the setting in a humorously matter-of-fact way, adding tidbits of insider information to help the audience settle into this new world – though it will feel familiar to Wes Anderson fans.
By Svetlana Sterlin2 years ago in Geeks