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3 years ago I canceled my Time Warner cable TV service, and have opted to use online subscription based platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, and HBO GO. Technology advances have shifted my viewing habits in a couple of ways. I am able to restrict access to certain shows or create my own channels with content my son has permission to watch. Oh wait, I didn’t tell you, I’m a mother now! Being a mother…

Kids and adults everywhere have learned to love the educational show, and hundreds more are drawn to it each day. No matter where we are, we'll always know how to get to Sesame Street, take a left on your TV guide and go straight until you reach HBO. You can't miss it, Big Bird and the rest of the gang will be right there waiting for you. CNBC. “45 things you didn't know about Sesame Street.” cnbc.com. CNBC, 10 Nov 2014. Web. 13 Feb 2017. English, Jason. “43 Sesame Street Facts for its 43rd…

Many people don't consider diversity a problem in the entertainment industry. However, this perspective is based on the lack of observation. Masses of viewers fail to notice the absence of diversity not only on screen, but don't contemplate the individuals behind the camera as well. Although, several individuals think roles are evenly distributed; in fact, diversity is desired in the entertainment business as a whole. According to a six year study that was conducted by the Media, Diversity…

How often do we think about death or the process of death? I know, kind of a morbid subject, right? Death is just another part of life, and yet as a society we fear it. I never thought much about death or my own morality until I watched Six Feet Under. I chose to analyze Six Feet Under because I was impressed by how the show dealt with homophobia and grief in such realistic ways. I’ve decided to analyze the show using narrative criticism and rhetorical analysis. Narrative criticism deals with…

Since the year of 1992, they have kept track of the ice to collect information on the changes each year. On HBO, reporter Shane Smith says that, “melting glaciers are also a factor to the sea level rising, in the country of Bangladesh it is said that people are having to move their houses further back from the water because of the rising of the water levels.…

Lena Dunham is the creator and writer of the hit tv show for HBO entitle simple Girls, with a broad name like Girls the show and how it represents girls isn 't so broad and often criticized for it. Girls is like many shows before it, for example Sex and the City, Broad City, and Girlfriends. These type of show are made to focuses on a particular group of friends and the world around them and nothing else and Girls is no different. The show is now on its fourth season and as a hole it has…

Larry David's "Curb Your Enthusiasm" Over Flow's with Conflict Larry David is the co-creator of the highly famous television series "Seinfeld". Mr. David is also the sole creator of the hit HBO series "Curb Your Enthusiasm" which is loosely based on his life (Larry David, 2016). Episode one of season 1 titled, "The Pants Tent" has a very good example of conflict resolution. Sometimes Getting to Our Seat Can Cause a Conflict Every episode of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" is a treasure trove of…

Daenerys Targaryen’s Leadership [Author’s Note: This paper has book and television show spoilers on the Game of Thrones and terminology that may confuse a non-Game of Thrones fan.] Game of Thrones is a fantasy series based on the Wars of the Roses. The Game of Throne’s plot center around the noble families fight for the Iron Throne, threats from supernatural forces, and how the last exiled Targaryen, Daenerys, will retake the Iron Throne. Daenerys Targaryen’s storyline portrays how…

Modern Tarzan has CG hippos and crocodiles Never before has the jungle where Tarzan lives had so many computer generated animals. Rodeo FX completed nearly 200 visual effects shots for The Legend of Tarzan, including action sequences with CG hippos and crocodiles. The new Tarzan movie from Warner Bros. is a film about the return of the hero to the jungle, but many of the scenes that look as part of a nature documentary… were created with computers. The level of action you see in The Legend of…

lot like diapers. They should be changed frequently — and for the same reasons.” — Robin Williams as Tim Dobbs in “Man of the Year” (2006) Credibility Material: I am a fan of Robin Williams and I think his creditability speaks for himself. He did 5 HBO specials, won 6 Golden Globes, and 1 Academy award. He was also nominated 3 other times for an Academy Award and 6 other…