11/30/2023 0 Comments Cast of footlight parade 1933![]() When I say "disturbed", I don't mean "annoyed" or "vexed", I mean, oh, "unhinged" and "demented". Lewis, who went on to make Gun Crazy and The Big Combo, and not for nothin', but when you've got The Invisible Ghost on your resume, having Gun Crazy on there too sure doesn't hurt your place in cinema history.īela is disturbed by the disappearance years ago of his wife, who ran off with some other guy who no doubt wasn't Hungarian. Which isn't too say that it's GOOD you understand it sure is fascinating, though, mostly for all the wrong reasons but then, it does boast director Joseph H. You won’t see elements like these in upcoming films once the Production Code sets in.The first of Lugosi's famed "Monogram Nine" pictures, and one of the more interesting films he'd ever make in his career. Even in the Shanghai Li song, you can tell the women are clearly prostitutes. In “By the Waterfall”, women show off their bare legs in sexy bathing suits. you know what happens on a honeymoon as well as the men leaving the morning after. So how are you able to tell that this film was made in the Pre-Code era? In the song “Honeymoon Hotel”, you see women in lingerie as they get ready to…well. My personal favorite number in Footlight Parade is “By the Waterfall” as you see synchronized swimming choreography of scenes done in the water and scenes like in 42nd Street with the overhead camera capturing geometric shapes and patterns from the hundreds of dancers by the beautiful pool that looks like paradise. It was also nice to see Dick Powell, whose voice sounded amazing in this film, and Ruby Keeler again as she begins as a schoolmarm and ends up a star. The only thing she is able to keep from him is his feelings for him. But don’t believe that means she was submissive and a slave to her boss as she had no problem calling him out for his flaws or literally kicking the floozy women in his life out the door. ![]() He helps bring personality to the part as he’s protecting his show from getting stolen and I can’t imagine anyone else who could fulfill this role.Īnother person who impressed me was Joan Blondell who played Cagney’s tough-as-nails secretary. Only difference is he’s taking out his irritation on the actors and not crime mobs. He uses the same moxie, same toughness, same intensity he would use than if this was a crime film. ![]() But that doesn’t mean that James Cagney is all soft in this film. Just ear-catching songs with impressive choreography by the wonderful Busby Berkley who did choreography for 42nd Street. Remember when I said for my post on The Public Enemy that James Cagney was typecast as always playing the hardened criminal with a gun always firmly in his hand? Well, Cagney wanted a change of character so he decided to instead play a director that sees his career going up in flames and is determined to change all of that as well as being light on his feet. Footlight Parade is about a frustrated director who decides to salvage his career by making musical prologues (musical numbers) to be released in different movie theaters. Wow, we get to see another backstage musical film! If you liked 42nd Street, then you’ll love this one as we have some of the same cast from the previous film as well as unexpected actors who bring strength and personality into the film.
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11/30/2023 0 Comments Corny pick up lines that work![]() She noted rare pickup lines “actually can be effective and might even make the recipient laugh, which can lead to a reply.” She does add one further piece of advice if planning to be a little corny in your message. If a double-header comment and question isn’t the kind of mood you’re hoping to strike, Hoffman also shared that going the way of a unique pickup line should be a decision you feel good about making. “The common formula I use,” Hoffman added, “is a comment and a question.” Why do both? “The comment acknowledges that you've read their profile and you are reacting to something specific in it and the question is an invitation to explore the connection with you.” She previously shared with Elite Daily that you should send a message that’s “personal yet doesn't require a huge investment of time or energy to craft it.” So if you’re seriously sweating what to say and completely overthinking it, stop. Similarly, whether finds a particular type of line appealing says something about personality and attributes as well."ĭamona Hoffman, OkCupid Dating Coach and Host of The Dates & Mates Podcast, has a personal philosophy when it comes to sending a unique first message. "The type of line a chooses says something about personality and attributes. "Pickup lines serve as an advertisement, filter, and screening device," he wrote in the published piece on Psychology Today. In 2014, Jeremy Nicholson, M.S.W., Ph.D., and social psychologist, wrote in a blog post that he’d found pickup lines can successfully showcase your humor and communication style to a potential match. It’ll help break the ice, take the pressure off of coming up with the “perfect” message, and will, above all, make your match laugh (or at the very least, smile). Or if you stumble across a creative pickup line that’s hilarious, cheeky, or just plain punny, use that as a conversation starter. Whether you're on your favorite dating app or you're trying to make conversation with your crush, it’s good to try to zero in on unique pickup lines that feel authentic to who you are. But when used appropriately, there are plenty of underrated, unique pickup lines that can serve as useful tools in the dating sphere to hook a match and move things forward. "Ee - show ni kah-rah-o-keh ni ee-koh ka?"ĭisclaimer Most of these pick up lines were told to us by our staff or backpackers staying with us.Pickup lines may not always be your preferred way to start a flirty conversation it’s hard to tell how using one will land. Remember this moment, so we can tell our children how we met.ĥ9. "Kom ihåg den här stunden, så vi kan berätta för våra barn hur vi träffade." Tänk på kattungarna."Įvery minute you don't give me your phone number, God kills a kitten. "Varje minut du inte ger mig ditt telefonnummer, dödar Gud en kattunge. The man of your dreams was on his way, but I beat the crap out of him so I could get to you firstĥ7. "Drömmarnas man var på väg, men jag slog skiten ur honom så att jag först kunde komma till dig." Is your dad an Italian thief? Because you just stole a pizza my heart.ĥ6. If I had to rate you from 1-10 I would rate you as a 9 because I am the one that you are missing. "Se dovessi darti un giudizio da 1 a 10, ti darei 9, io sono la parte che ti manca per arrivare a 10." Let me show you the city, we'll go on my Vespa!ĥ3. ![]() "Ti faccio vedere la città, andiamo con la Vespa!” It matches my bed sheets.Īre you German? Cuz you’re a Nein and I’m the one Ja need. I’d love to be the reason for your sleepless nightĥ0. "Würdegerneder Grund für Deine schlaflose Nacht sein." I am so bad in bed, you need to experience it!Ĥ9. ![]() "Ich bin so schlecht im Bett-das musst du erlebt haben!" Est-ce que tu embrasses les inconnus ? Non ? OK, je me présente alors."Įxcuse me, do you kiss strangers? No? Then let me introduce myself.Ĥ7. ![]() "Il fait chaud ici, ou c'est juste toi?Ĥ5. "Est-ce-que tu as un plan? Je me suis perdu dans tes yeux."ĭo you have a Map? Because I am lost in your eyes!Ĥ4. I dream of soaking my baguette in your soup.Ĥ3. "Je rêve de tremper ma baguette dans ta soupe." Were you arrested today? It must be illegal to look so beautiful.Ĥ2. "Was je vandaag gearresteerd? Het moet illegaal zo mooi om naar te kijken zijn." Kan ik die van jou lenen?"Įxcuse Me, I’ve lost my phone number. "Excuseer me, ik heb mijn telefoonnummer kwijt. "Bent u een camera? Want elke keer als ik naar je kijk, lach ik."Īre you a camera? Because every time I look at you, I smile.ģ9. "Geloof je in liefde op het eerste gezicht? Of moet ik loop door je weer?"ĭo you believe in love at first sight? Or should I walk by you again?ģ8. I'm a thief, and I'm here to steal your heart.ģ7. "Ik ben een dief, en ik ben hier om je hart te stelen." 11/30/2023 0 Comments Fable anniversary sparrowsThe hairstyle most female adventurers adopt when they're starting out. The hairstyle most male adventurers adopt when they're starting out. Grow your hair to a luscious length, but remember to condition it regularly. Named after the mythic Pony creature, you might be able to shake off the flies from your back. Likewise, if you already are wearing any of the clothing items he typically requires, he will also request others. Similar to the Beardy Baldy quest in Fable, if you approach the door wearing any of these already, he will assign you a different hairstyle. The Handlebar (also available in Bowerstone Market).Mutton Chop Whiskers "The Chops"(can be bought at The Beautification Factory in Bowerstone Market or at Greta's Cosmetics on Knothole Island).In addition one of two Facial hair is required. The Mullet (can be bought at The Beautification Factory in Bowerstone Market or at Greta's Cosmetics on Knothole Island).Dreadlocks (can be bought at Curl up and Dye in Bloodstone or at Greta's Cosmetics on Knothole Island).You must locate a stylist and get the hairstyle he requires: One of two Hairstyles is required to open the Brightwood Demon Door in Fable II. The stats for Chin Beard as shown modded in. ![]() Once replaced, the beard is impossible to reacquire.
11/30/2023 0 Comments Sims 4 custom content tumblr clothes![]() Huge thank you to our every who tested the pack for us. Check out the trailer on his YouTube here.įor helping with the poses for the main picture used for the pack 4 alpha custom content sims 4 cc finds the sims 4 custom content the sims resource sims 4 clothes cc sims 4 female cc sims 4 female clothes custom content alpha. Pack Description and trailer Credit to Luumia for creating this amazing trailer and coming up with the pack description for us. Credit Waekey for allowing us to use their mesh as a base for the skirt.Credit to ridgeport for allowing ayoshi to use her buttons on the top.Credit to bowl-of-plumbobs and saurussims for allowing us to edit their mesh from this pack they released.Any not by them were made by ayoshi or myself. I’ve included outfits, tops, bottoms, shoes and accessories. Everything is maxis match cc (or blends well with the game) and all of it is free to download. Credit to for some of the Simlish logos and prints used on the Graphics version of the top. I’ve compiled a list of my absolute favorite custom content clothes to use when creating sims in CAS.I hope that this list makes it easier for you to find amazing sims 4 cc quickly This post was a list of Sims 4 Custom Content Creators. clothes & shoes hair build/buy accessories skins & other genetics makeup. Report any issues to me through Tumblr DM with images. It can be SO hard to find sims 4 cc creators, especially maxis match, because they’re all over the internet from cc patreons to tumblr to their own websites.► 25+ pattern, graphic, or patch versions ![]() The clothes come in 1 out of 3 palettes.All hairs come in 24 EA Colors and are hat compatible See a recent post on Tumblr from bestgamingmods about sims 4 clothing cc.All items are BGC and do not require other meshes/packages.zip download of the entire pack is split into male and female. The item index linked above will show the basic info for the items in this collab. Item Index Download | Download | Follow Ayoshi | G-Drive Files These platforms, including Tumblr and YouTube, are the best places to find the latest and greatest custom content for The Sims 4. ![]() custom content on setting when filtering. Inspired by the latest and greatest fast fashion trends, you'll be able to create many unique looks that fit right in your game. pixelglam my downloads ts4 ts4 simblr the sims 4 sims 4 the sims 4 simblr. And to save this list for later, either pin it or bookmark it in your browser!Īre you a sims 4 cc creator that would like to be added to this list? Fill out this form.AxA 2020 is a custom content pack featuring a variety of stylish outfits and hairstyles for your Sims. For easy searchability use CTRL + F and type in words like clothes, hair, poses, furniture, etc to quickly navigate to those creators. I’ve done my best to add “ tags” to each creator to give you an idea of what kind of custom content they make. ![]() One last thing: if you’re just looking for the best sims 4 cc websites, here are my favorites! Sims 4 CC Creators List If you come across any other cc clothing packs for me to check out, feel free to send us a link in the comments below or tag us on Tumblr. With so many sims 4 cc clothes packs, we hope you found some fresh custom content to fill your folder and make styling your sims a breeze. AdeDarma can be found both on Tumblr and The Sims Resource. Final Thoughts on Sims 4 CC Clothes Packs. The designs are characterized by realism and uniqueness which are two big reasons why you should try this CC. This is because you can easily find TONS of alpha cc on websites like The Sims Resource, so I wanted to focus on the hard-to-find creators, but all creators are welcome on this list. AdeDarma is another great creator of Sims 4 clothes and hairstlyes. I’ll do my best to update this list as often as possible, but if you happen to find any mistakes, inactive creators, or broken links on this list, feel free to leave a comment letting me know!□Īnd you may notice that majority of the creators listed make maxis match content. Here’s your one-stop spot for finding AMAZING, and active, custom content creators for The Sims 4! Want to save this list? Click here to pin it! clothing cc custom content fendace sims4 sims cc sims blog simsdom sims 4 custom content. 11/30/2023 0 Comments Civilization v brave new world![]() A civilization's tourism output must be greater than every other civilization's culture output to achieve the cultural victory. Tourism is achieved by creating great works of art, music, and writing. The cultural victory has also changed with the introduction of tourism. In order to achieve the diplomatic victory, one must be voted the world leader at a World Congress meeting. With the introduction of the world congress, beginning in the Renaissance era upon one civilization discovering printing press and meeting every other civilization, proposals can be voted on that influence the conditions within the world, trade embargoes, as well as world activities such as the World's fair. The diplomatic gameplay aspect has been improved in the expansion. Additionally, the Piety policy tree has been updated to exclusively deal with religion. To replace the former policies turned ideologies, two new social policy trees have been added: Aesthetics, which focuses on culture, and Exploration, which emphasizes naval activities. Each ideology consists of 16 unique tenets that unlock and provide bonuses similar to the social policies in the core game. There are three available ideologies: Order, Freedom, and Autocracy, which were previously the Industrial era social policies. Once players reach the Modern era or complete three factories, they must choose an ideology to continue the game. Social policies have been overhauled in Brave New World with the introduction of the new ideology system. Brave New World reintroduces Christianity to split into three religion branches, Catholicism, Eastern Orthodoxy and Protestantism. The expansion pack includes and expands on all the mechanics of Gods & Kings. ![]() Thus, the Great Artist, along with the Great Musician and Great Writer, has undergone significant changes with the aforementioned features. The expansion adds nine Civilizations, eight Wonders (the Parthenon, Broadway, Globe Theatre, Borobudur, the Uffizi, the Red Fort, Prora and the International Space Station ), eight buildings, twenty units, two scenarios ( American Civil War and Scramble for Africa), a new Trade Route system using Caravans and Cargo Ships trade units, Ideologies, the World Congress, which expands the diplomatic aspect of the game, and an improved Cultural Victory including Tourism, Archaeology and a Great Work mechanic to the core game. It was released on July 9, 2013, in North America and on July 12, 2013, in the rest of the world. * special thanks to Tomahawk.Sid Meier's Civilization V: Brave New World is the second official expansion pack for the turn-based strategy video game Civilization V. Modpack without which this mod would not exist civ5mod and extract it to its own folder (not directly in the mods folder). If the download failed or if the file exists but the automatic extraction failed: Use Steam Workshop Downloader to download the mod. Check your mods folder (usually "%UserProfile%\Documents\My Games\Sid Meier's Civilization 5\MODS\") for the file: "Ethnic Diversity (v xx).civ5mod" You can get the CivFanatics Center version or follow the steps below:ġ. Note: If the game fails to download or extract the mod using the automatic method, Problem units vary from PC to PC, but I've collected the ones I know about if you have this problem, download this replacement file, and extract it to your Ethnic Diversity mod folder (usually "%UserProfile%\Documents\My Games\Sid Meier's Civilization 5\MODS\Ethnic Diversity (v xx)\" ): Some people experience a crash to desktop when certain units are first displayed. When restoring from save, you must use the MODS menu, click NEXT, and then LOAD GAME. Click NEXT, then SINGLE PLAYER, and set up your new game.Ĥ. Find the "Ethnic Diversity " line and activate the mod.ģ. However, CiV sometimes has issues with large mods using the automatic method. This is a large mod, so it may take some time. ![]() ![]() Click "+ Subscribe" and the mod should automatically download and extract itself. Modpack or the non-Steam version of Ethnic Diversity.ġ. To get support, visit the CivFanatics forum thread:Ĭannot be activated at the same time as Hulfgar's Modpack, Ethnic Units, or R.E.D. Over 1000 new models of cultural and ethnic diversity, with no change to gameplay. Ethnic Diversity for Civilization V: Brave New World 11/30/2023 0 Comments Benchmark jewelry autorized retailer![]() Come in to try on any Bridal Jewelry from the Benchmark Wedding Bands collection. Wear Breitling watches for special occasions, or choose a style that goes with your everyday look.įink’s Jewelers has the Breitling watches you’ll love, both in-store and online. Ray Jewelers is an Authorized Benchmark Wedding Bands Retailer. Priced at the higher end for true luxury, these watches are meant to be the perfect combination of elegance and superiority.īold watch faces in various colors include diamond accents for a look that stands out, while other styles in the Breitling watch collection are designed to provide a polished accent to your already stunning look. Strap materials include stainless steel, gold, leather, alligator, and rubber, with cases made from stainless steel, titanium, two-tone, gold, and Breitlight. Manfredi Jewels has stood at the pinnacle of fine jewelry and timepiece retail. He also patented a pulsograph in 1893, an invention designed with a logarithmic scale that was beloved by physicians, and a tachymeter, allowing a user to measure speeds between 15 and 150 kh/hour.įrom anniversary, birthday, and Christmas gifts to memorable watches for weddings, engagements, and more, Breitling watches are guaranteed to impress. AUTHORIZED LUXURY WATCH & JEWELRY RETAILER View all brands Pre-Owned Watches. Léon Breitling, only 24 years old, designed elegant watches that could divide, measure, and master time, establishing his legacy as one of the most iconic watchmakers in history. ![]() With styles for men and women in two different sizes, Breitling watches offer supreme beauty, elegant design, and impeccable quality.īreitling was founded in the mid-1880s in the middle of one of the worst recessions in Swiss history. Established in 1931, GIA is an independent nonprofit that protects the gem and jewelry buying public through research, education and laboratory services. 1 1/2 Ctw Round Cut Lovebright Diamond Hoop Earrings in 14K Yellow and White Gold. Breitling offers some of the most sought-after watches in the world, including the Navitimer, Chronomat, and Superocean models. 1/2 ctw Cushion Shape Open End Round Cut Diamond Stackable Cuff Bangle in 14K White Gold. Wearing a watch is about more than telling time or feeling stylish. 11/30/2023 0 Comments Dnd helm of brilliance flametongue![]() ![]() All we know is, it's magic, and you don't have to know it's a vampire for the sword to be fully effective against it. Are you more agile against vampires? Does the sword anticipate a vampire's movements? Does the sword cut through the protections of a vampire more effectively? Do vampires get tired in the presence of the sword, slowing them down? Unknown. For example, you could combine the effects of a helm of comprehending languages with those of a helm of telepathy into a single helmet. Note that many of these items will require additional purchases to view in beyond. Flametongue was a well designed item that exchanged a + hit bonus for a dice damage bonus that far exceeds the +3 damage. Clicking on any of the items will open the detail page for it in dndbeyond. So over the course of a combat round in which you're using a Flame Tongue against a vampire, it is magically more likely to cause damage to the vampire than some other, less effective sword. This is a list of all the magic items supported in our Persistent World program. We don't know, because it's all abstracted away. When so empowered the true nature of the helm is visible to all. When worn, it functions only upon the utterance of a special command word. The "to hit" roll isn't some carefully worked-out algorithm using all possible factors to come to a correct number it's a simple table that abstracts away a lot of things to a simple answer to the question, "Did you score damage to the opponent?" (You might even "hit" the opponent if you roll a miss, and the attack simply didn't do any damage or penetrate armor or whatever. Helm of Brilliance: When discovered, a helm of brilliance appears to be nothing more than an ordinary piece of armor for head protectiona helmet, bassinet, mallet, etc. When all the gems are removed or destroyed, the helm loses its magic. If it's a 5e magic item,Īfter clicking on the filter, your results will show below.No. Weapon (any sword), rare (requires attunement). Links to the source book for any official magic item in Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition. shorts dnd dnd5e dungeonsanddragonswhat is a Flame Tongue weapon in. Making a complete list of DND Magic Items with details isn't allowable, but while we cant include details on non OGL items, it does have all items in the Dungeon Master's Guide, and includes in the helm of brilliance and use an action to speak the command word it. We're considering adding additional filters to this dnd items lisst, like resistance gained or bonus to attack roll in the future. ![]() Manual of gainful exercise: Goristro horn, or tree felled by the tarrasque. Manual of bodily health: Purple worm hide, or tree felled by the tarrasque. Horn of Valhalla (bronze): Horned devil horn. Type, spellcasting ability buffed, stat buffed, damage type. Helm of brilliance: Ultroloth eye, or a scroll of Sunbeam. (including wondrous), sentient magic item, consumables (like a spell scroll, potion, or oil), stat buffed, damage It allows for easy filtering by type and magical properties, including magic weapon (sword, mace, etc) ,Īttunement, potion, weapon, wand, rod, staff, armor, shield, robe, cloak, attunement requirement, type by rarity The Vigilant One had long been seen as a cold and focused deity who impartially took the role of defender, and sometimes enforcer, but his activities in the Time of Troubles caused the folk of Faerûn to view him differently. This magic item list for D&D 5e includes a list of all the magic items 5e that any dungeon master or player would Helm (pronounced: /hlm/ HELM listen) was the Faerûnian god of guardians and protectors, worshiped by guards and paladins both. 11/29/2023 0 Comments Charity infographic icons![]() Decades later, our research drawing on experiences of community leaders tells us that systems, structures, mindsets and belief that centre assets, agency and trust with, between and within communities, will always be more contextually appropriate, impactful, and durable. GlobalGiving has been calling for aid and philanthropy transformation since its founding in 2002. The COVID-19 pandemic and world events such as the Black Lives Matter movement energised the sector to change, to redress structural power imbalances that are not only unethical, but also hinder the actual work and goals of communities. ![]() Since the system was borne out of colonialism, many argue that aid perpetuates colonial hallmarks-power holding, control, othering, racism. Ecosystem change is necessaryįor the majority of Global North actors in international development, aid, and philanthropy today, policies, practices, mindsets and beliefs are limiting the possibility of truly getting behind communities like Eliza’s. The initiative is called the Assets, Agency & Trust Program, because these three concepts, when centred on communities, can accelerate community-led change. Innovative work in the Philippines, with support from USAID’s Local Works initiative, is doing just that.Ī consortium of five organisations-including Center for Disaster Preparedness, Philippines, GlobalGiving, Global Fund for Community Foundations, and the Nonprofit Finance Fund with backing from USAID-have been working together to design, test, and learn how to better support community-led change through aid funding and philanthropy in all its forms. Imagine what would happen if this is where all aid and philanthropy initiatives started-by centering a person, a family, a community, and strengthening the assets already there, the solutions already agreed upon? ![]() In the Philippines, this kind of community solidarity is called bayanihan. They agree: This is where investment is needed now. Another boat would bring more income and opportunities for Fisherfolk Association members over the long term. Today, the Fisherfolk Association only has one boat that is used for fishing or renting to others. Through the Fisherfolk Association, nobody faces these challenges alone. They’ve also had their land and rights challenged, suffered effects of climate-related crises, and often struggled to meet their families’ basic needs. About 100 members strong, Eliza and many others in the Fisherfolk Association have roots in fishing that extend three to four generations. But what Eliza likes most about the tuyuan is the camaraderie it provides.Įliza is a member of the Capunitan Fisherfolk Association. It makes it possible for Eliza to earn a living fishing. In Capunitan, a small bayside town in the Philippines, the tuyuan is a fish-drying facility. In a small bayside town in the Philippines, a consortium of philanthropy collaborators is getting behind fourth-generation fishers to break old power dynamics and practice new ways of partnership. 11/29/2023 0 Comments Habits of successful people huffpostSome ways you may challenge yourself include: In addition, challenging yourself may sometimes require taking risks, an important trait for success. ![]() For example, you may challenge yourself to learn a new skill or meet a goal within a short time. Incorporating the habit you want to develop into your routineĮnsuring you review your routines regularly to see if they still align with your goals, and finding better ways to improve themĬhallenging yourself can help you achieve more as you learn to accomplish new tasks and overcome challenges. Setting realistic goals in your daily to-do lists and starting with easier goals so that you don't become overwhelmed Separating your routines into daily to-do lists that begin in the morning and end at night Writing these routines such that they're visible while setting reminders and alarms to help you stay consistent Researching and identifying helpful routines based on your career prospects and the industry where you work Some of the ways you can develop and follow a routine are: It also helps them take active steps towards goals while measuring progress. These routines help them set realistic goals and create a timeline for achieving them. Most successful people develop the habits of setting up and adhering to daily routines. You can develop a healthy reading habit by making a list of bestsellers across genres, allotting a period for reading every day, and joining a local book club to discuss books you've read. Reading can also help reduce stress by lowering your heart rate and allowing you to sleep well. Learning to read extensively is an important skill, as it helps improve your creativity, problem solving, and analytical skills. ![]() You may explore genres and topics like fiction, non-fiction, biographies, science, history, politics, or industry research. Reading on subjects outside your field to have a basic idea of certain concepts is also useful, as it may be a form of relaxation. You can read books, articles, newsletters, and other resources within your field to learn complex concepts and stay current on recent industry trends and methods. This can expand your knowledge base and help you understand a range of topics. Reading booksĪ common habit of successful people is reading often. Some habits successful people often include: 1. Read more: How to Develop Work Habits to Have a More Successful Career 7 habits for successful people Consciously developing good habits over time makes the actions easier to manage and perform regularly as part of your routine. Developing these habits helps you stay consistent, work harder, manage your time well, and achieve your goals more efficiently. Good habits can benefit people in different fields and stages of their careers. Habits for successful people help to develop, meet, and exceed personal and professional goals. ![]() Why are habits for successful people important? In this article, we explore the importance of these habits for successful people, list seven examples you can consider, and give tips on maintaining these habits. Understanding these habits and how to adapt them can help you prepare for a successful career. Certain habits apply to successful people across industries, making it important for professionals to maintain these habits. A habit is an activity you repeat over time that directly affects success and productivity. ![]() I would have loved to have gotten a more explicitly LGBT character into this movie. Īhead of the release of Solo: A Star Wars Story, co-writer Jonathan Kasdan suggested that Lando is pansexual and stated, "There's a fluidity to and Billy Dee's sexuality. In Solo: A Star Wars Story, Glover decided to deliberately use "Han" instead of "Hahn" in order to honor the character's trait. The Verge also noted how Williams's Lando seems to be the only character to pronounce it as "Han" like Lucas, and that when, in The Empire Strikes Back, Lando is choked by Chewbacca for betraying Han, Lando causes most other characters to shift to "Han". In 2018, The Verge noted that despite Han Solo's first name being written as "Han" and Lucas also pronouncing the name as "Han" ( hæn) off-screen, within the films most characters, including Luke Skywalker, pronounce it as "Hahn" ( hɑn). It is inscribed "Baron Lando Calrissian". Lando's cane in The Rise of Skywalker (2019) was designed to resemble Cloud City. ![]() ![]() The original teaser trailer for The Empire Strikes Back introduced the character as Landau Calrissian. Billy Dee Williams later stated that he built the character around two features he found interesting the cape and the Armenian name "Calrissian". Īctor Yaphet Kotto was an early choice for the role, but he chose to appear in the prison drama Brubaker instead. Lucas saw the character as a Rudolph Valentino character, "almost too perfect looking" due to his genes being manipulated in the cloning process. His faction, from one of many planets of clone countries, was probably "partly responsible for the war". Lucas thought Lando could superficially look like a normal human but-drawing from the Clone Wars mentioned in the original Star Wars film-be a clone from a ruling clan of others just like him (causing Princess Leia to distrust him). He would support the Empire, thinking that he could outsmart the Imperials before coming to see the Rebellion as a more worthy cause. Wanting the character to be a foil to the "rough" swashbuckler Han Solo (possibly an old friend), Lucas envisioned Lando as a cool con man with the elegance of James Bond and wit of Star Trek's Spock. In writing The Empire Strikes Back (1980), franchise creator George Lucas planned to introduce a gambler-type of character, which developed into Lando Calrissian. Williams was nominated for the Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor twice for his performances in The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi.Ĭoncept and creation Development Donald Glover's performance in Solo was also well received, being hailed as one of the film's highlights. The character has become one of the franchise's most popular, with Billy Dee Williams' performance receiving praise. Lando also appears frequently in the Star Wars Expanded Universe of novels, comic books and video games, including a series of novels focused on him. ![]() Donald Glover portrayed a younger version of the character in the standalone film Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018), which depicts the beginnings of his friendship with Han. Lando is portrayed by Billy Dee Williams in the original trilogy, as well as the sequel film The Rise of Skywalker (2019), marking one of the longest intervals between portrayals of a character by the same actor in American film history. In Return of the Jedi (1983), after becoming a general in the Rebel Alliance, Lando helps rescue Han from Jabba the Hutt and leads the attack on the second Death Star. In the film, when Cloud City is threatened by the Galactic Empire, Lando reluctantly betrays Han to Darth Vader, but later redeems himself by helping Han's friends escape from the Empire. Prior to the events of the film, Lando made a career as a gambler, con artist, playboy, mining engineer, and businessman, and was the owner of the Millennium Falcon until losing the ship to Han in a bet. He was introduced in The Empire Strikes Back (1980) as an old friend of Han Solo and the administrator of the floating Cloud City on the gas planet Bespin. Landonis Balthazar " Lando" Calrissian III is a fictional character in the Star Wars franchise. |
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