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Film noir is a style of American filmmaking from the 1940s and 50s characterized by detective protagonists, seedy settings, shadowy lighting, and a fatalistic tone. The genre established memorable cinematic elements and tropes that influence filmmakers to this day. Key Takeaways: Film Noir Film noir is a genre of dark detective films made primarily during the 1940s and 1950s.The genre is known for using low-budget filmmaking tricks to create striking visual effects, particularly with regard to lighting....

“Gross,” or “gross score” in golf refers to the total number of strokes taken during your round of golf, plus any penalty strokes. In other words, your actual number of strokes: Add up the numbers on your scorecard at the end of the round — what you wrote down for each hole — and that’s your gross score. If if takes you four strokes to complete Hole No. 1, your gross score on that hole is 4....

Though by no means anyone’s definition of a cinema classic, Disney’s 2007 movie Wild Hogs was at least on paper an obvious candidate for a follow-up movie. The middle-aged motorcycle comedy starring John Travolta, Tim Allen, Martin Lawrence, and William H. Macy had a $39.7 million opening at the U.S. box office and opened at #1. It eventually grossed $253.6 million worldwide and over $90 million in DVD sales. Though the movie received awful reviews – Rotten Tomatoes called it “a dreadful combination of fish-out-of-water jokes, slapstick, and lazy stereotypes” – those numbers spell a huge success for a movie with a $60 million budget....

The aria “Pres des remparts de Seville” is sung by the beautiful, free-spirited Carmen, in the first act of Bizet’s famous opera of the same name. “Carmen” tells the story of the gypsy woman who seduces soldier Don Jose. When she leaves him for the toreador Escamillo, Don Jose is overcome with jealousy and kills her. History of the Opera ‘Carmen’ Bizet’s opera debuted in 1875 at the Opera Comique in Paris....

A host of tech jobs rank high for work-life balance and job satisfaction. Others, though, place tough demands on workers in terms of time constraints, responsibilities, and how often employees are on call. Whenever you ask people to rate the challenges or difficulties of their jobs, you need to take the responses with a pinch of salt. However, you can get an overall impression of what it takes to work in certain positions....

When you are in your teens and 20s, it is the absolute best time of your life to try out all types of haircuts, hair styles, and hair colors. Your hair grows as fast as it ever will in life, so if you get an edgy pompadour one month and you’re bored with it the next, you can grow it out into a bob, then a shag, then a shoulder-length cut and finally into long, beachy waves that you wear in a high ponytail....

The martial arts style of Tae Kwon Do or Taekwondo is steeped in Korean history, though some of that history is cloudy due to a lack of documentation in early times and the longtime Japanese occupation of the area. What we know for sure is that the name is derived from the Korean words Tae (meaning “foot”), Kwon (meaning “fist”), and Do (meaning “way of”). Therefore, the term literally means “the way of foot and fist....

Built-up roofing, also called BUR, is the most common roofing material used on low-slope roofs. It is composed of alternating layers of reinforcing fabric and bitumen (asphalt) and is finished with a top layer of aggregate, such as stone or gravel. BUR is preferred for low-slope, or “flat,” roofs because it creates a continuous sealed surface. By contrast, roof shingles are not sealed and require a fairly steep roof slope to shed water effectively....

Masonry work requires special attention when working temperatures are below 40 F. Very cold weather changes the behavior of mortar and can lead to cracking and other problems. Masons must act promptly and follow special steps to keep masonry warm and workable. This may include protecting raw materials from cold and ice, heating mortar during application, and insulating structures during the curing process. How Cold Weather Affects Mortar Cold weather slows the hydration of mortar....

Prom dresses are special and sentimental. And you want to stand out and look like no one else on this special night. You can design your own prom dress via online sites and you’ll have a custom dress that’s relatively affordable for prom night. If you know what color, style, and fabric you want, you can design the prom dress of your dreams with a little help from these handy websites....

An important part of verifying a prospective tenant’s income and employment involves submitting an employment verification request. This request allows the employer to know that you have a legitimate reason for requesting the information—you are considering renting to this person—and it allows you to verify that the tenant works at the company and to verify their salary. This employment verification request involves a couple of steps. Verify the Company and Their Contact Information...

Joan Baez is one of the most ardent activist-folk singers in the history of the genre and an inspiration to many artists and fans alike. She released her first album in 1960 and rose to prominence in the ’60s as a protest singer and songwriter as folk music enjoyed a renaissance. If you’re just learning about her work, here’s a playlist of essential Baez songs to help you get acquainted with her oeuvre....

The Importance of Good Anchoring Technique Few sailing experiences are as scary as waking in the middle of the night with the wind blowing hard and your boat dragging anchor toward rocks, the shore, or another boat. And one of the most irritating things for most cruising sailors is finding another boat dragging down upon them or getting tangled in their own anchor line. Good anchoring technique is crucial for safety....

When you go to an audition, knowing your lines and being in character are not the only things that you need to be prepared for. Knowing how to “slate” properly can be a deciding factor in whether or not you’re going to receive a call-back or book a job! Slate Your Name A “slate” is essentially an introduction when you audition for a project. Typically, when you attend an audition–theatrical or commercial–you will be asked to slate your name for the camera before you go into the “scene” for which you have prepared....

There are millions of items of clothing for sale at any given time. eBay is a very competitive marketplace. Successful sellers must go the extra mile to give outstanding service, describe items accurately and completely, and follow all eBay policies. Some sellers say the eBay clothing market is dead, but others enjoy plentiful sales and run a good business selling clothing online. The key is to find items that are in high demand, short supply, and have good profit margins....

There are many North American skating marathons. This selection includes many well-known marathon events that recur annually and the approximate month they are held. There are also inline skating festivals international marathons on other continents that you may want to attend or follow. You may even want to skate in a fundraising or charity race event. If you know of a popular yearly marathon that should be included in this list, please contact your inline skating guide via the Inline Skating Forum or send a direct email message....

Randy Moss was, at one time, one of the most dominant wide receivers in the NFL. At times, it seemed no one could cover him. He did not have the longevity of many of the great NFL receivers, but while he played at an effective level, he was one of the best ever. However, his career was dogged by controversy, most of it brought on him by himself. In his NFL career, Moss caught 982 passes for 15,292 yards and 156 touchdowns over the course of 14 seasons....

Watch Video The genius behind “Just Give Me a Reason” is that it is a powerful, well written song that is allowed to shine by a simple, spare Jeff Bhasker production and straightforward vocals from Pink and Nate Ruess of the group fun. The song lays out the emotions behind a wish for reconciliation in a relationship but doesn’t provide easy answers. The simple piano based production ensures that every word is clear and the emotional tone of the voices is heard....

Like the classic Sega Genesis games it pays homage too, Sonic Mania has unlockables galore. Some require you to complete specific challenges, while others can be unlocked with a cheat code. Learn how to get every chaos emerald, unlock Super Sonic, and see every ending in Sonic Mania. These Sonic Mania cheats work for all platforms, including PS4 and Xbox One. Cheats exclusive to Sonic Mania Plus are discussed at the end of the article....

Have you lived before? The idea that our souls live through many lifetimes over the centuries is known as reincarnation. It has been part of virtually every culture since ancient times. The Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and Aztecs all believed in the “transmigration of souls” from one body to another after death. Reincarnation is also a fundamental concept of Hinduism. Although it is not a part of official Christian doctrine, many Christians believe in reincarnation or at least accept its possibility....