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Sports & Recreation > Soccer (Other) European football, soccer managers as former players: 1 of 5
Every year brings a whole host of former players stepping forward as potential candidates for football management. In England very few realise the expectations placed on them with the likes of Paul Ince, David Platt,Bryan Robson, Tony Adams, David O'Leary, Steve Bruce and Stuart Pearce all failing to make the kind of impact ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: On love: 336 of 1267
We Still Have Each Other We may not have it all girl But we sure have each other. You are the only one I need Best friend and greatest lover. Though times may seem so hard And lights all seem to fade now I know our hearts are pure love, I know our love is still strong. It feels the world's against us The cold and frosty wint... More..
Entertainment > Movie Analysis Movie analysis: The psychology of the movie: It's a Wonderful Life: 2 of 7
The film focuses on the town of Bedford Falls and the central character George Bailey (James Stewart). We see George and his big dreams for the future and how he never fulfils them. Despite having a wife and family we see George deeply unhappy and on Christmas Eve he makes the decision to take his own life. It is not until t... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Second chance: 9 of 31
Second Chance Silently I look at you with eyes like pools of water Breathing deeply. Sighing, gasping lonely hearted. Heart broken at the thought of losing you. A second without you is a lifetime of loneliness. Black is the day I walk alone, my love in another place With a man with a different face than mine, A crime. Is thi... More..
Entertainment > Characters & Performances Top 10 Johnny Depp characters: 6 of 20
Nominated for a 2008 Oscar for his role in Sweeney Todd, Johnny Depp continues to dazzle the movie industry. The sheer genius and diverse range covered by his acting ability dictate that with each film he stars in, there will be another brilliant character portrayal worthy of being added to anybody's top ten list. I feel it ... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Subcultures Emo culture: It is not something to worry about: 2 of 6
It would be easy to climb aboard the band wagon and watch as the hype of the media gathers pace, proclaiming Emo's as a serious threat to society. I feel it is better to look at this non-issue from an open mindset. These are predominantly young adults associated with a specific musical style and the supposed lifestyle that c... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Because of society: 13 of 38
AMAZING Amazing how things change through time Being gay is out of line. Feeling queer is a badly tuned song When feeling ill is all that's wrong. Amazing how people can overreact At seeing a romantic, passionate act. Acting excessively like a prude At something which they perceive to be rude. Amazed by obsessions with mater... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Memorable war movies: 5 of 13
When considering any list of memorable war films there are a number of factors to consider. During the period from the 1930's to the 1950's filmmaker created more of a feel good war film aimed at lifting the morale of those who had experienced war time. The story tended to concentrate on us defeating them and how we were rig... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Falling in love: 250 of 614
The Path To Unknown Unknown temptress, looks so fair Drawing me upon her stare. Dazzling beauty, pulses race Fresh and nervous start the chase. New beginnings, rising sun Body smiling, filled with fun. Simple pleasures, talk in song Inspirations, things gone wrong. Trust being built, opinions shared Ambitions expressed and s... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes Are certain music genres scapegoats for violent behavior?: 16 of 35
Unfortunately certain music genres are filled with the shameless promoting of violent behaviour and the lifestyle that comes with it, therefore it is no surprise that they are used as scapegoats. In gangster rap as a strong example, we frequently hear the delivery of poetic lyrics about guns, pistol whipping and a wide varie... More..