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Movie History - Extreme Weather, in Reality and on the Big Screen

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The latest wave of climate-related catastrophes pounding the world has intensified, with reports of devastating floods, shattering earthquakes, hurricanes, and tropical storms. Since the silent era, studios have jumped to Hollywood-ize extreme weather for their disaster films. Spectacular scenes of destruction provide big entertainment value, but the best disaster movies also comment upon the negative effects of advancing technology, demonstrate the hubris of scientists, deliver uplifting moral lessons of sacrifice, and provide a how-to in survival skills. A short survey of how natural disasters were portrayed in earlier films illustrates just how much this particular subgenre of film has captured our cinematic fascination.

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Fight For Paradise Review: Another Day Another Vapid Reality Show | Leisurebyte

Fight For Paradise Review: This reality show is nothing new but there are so many uncomfortable moments that will definitely give you the ick.

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Bros Review (2024): Let's Not Laugh at Adults Acting Like Children, Shall We? | Leisurebyte

Bros Review: The series, as the title suggests, is about two adult men who want to behave like children and we are not here for that.

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Going Home With Tyler Cameron Review: The Bachelorette Star Knocks Down Some Walls | Leisurebyte

Going Home With Tyler Cameron Review: This is a simple, no-nonsense but cliched watch, with Cameron's boyish charms taking centre stage.

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