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Star-Studded Los Cabos Film Festival Combines Film and Adventure in 4th Year

Nov 17, 2015  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

There may be tons of film festivals to choose from, but it’s pretty hard to beat one that has the Pacific Ocean as its backdrop. Known as the “Cannes of Latin America,” the five-day Los Cabos International Film Festival is held at the southern tip of Mexico’s Baja California peninsula and is surrounded by iconic sea-based landmarks, like El Arco and the Playa del Amor. 

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Cumberbatch Beats Nazis, Murray Gets Self-Destructive & Witherspoon Hikes 1,000 Miles at San Diego Film Festival

Sep 29, 2014  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich  |  1 Comment

The San Diego Film Festival is officially over after filling five days full of over 100 flicks, many of which will definitely be Oscar contenders this year. Though the festival has actually been around since 2001, it's only been within the past few years that it's really started to find its footing and this year's event had the best line-up yet. Check out the event's three biggest films below, the ones that exceeded our expectations (like The Imitation Game and St. Vincent) and the one that left us feelin... Read More

7 Private Cinemas Hidden Inside Luxury Hotels

Nov 2, 2016  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Sure, when you’re on vacation, going to see a movie may not sound like your ideal activity. But when the theater is located inside your hotel, that’s a whole different story. Across the globe, luxury properties are offering guests some pretty unique amenities, and among them are private screening rooms. 

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7 Non-Touristy Things to Do During Art Basel Hong Kong

Mar 23, 2016  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

So you’re heading to Art Basel in Hong Kong this weekend. Your wardrobe is picked out, you’ve mapped out your must-see galleries and chosen which parties to attend over the three days—but have you considered what to do during down times? With a city as big and exciting as Hong Kong, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when trying to navigate your way through it. Instead of relying on typical guidebooks, we put together a list of seven off-the-tourist-path attractions, restaurants and activities to experience while in the Pearl of the Orient.

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Be Batman For a Day With Your Own Personal Alfred

Mar 9, 2016  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

In just a few weeks, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will hit theaters nationwide. Celebrating its release, The Keating hotel in San Diego has created a unique package for superhero lovers. The Live Like Bruce Wayne package includes a stay in the one-bedroom Macallan Suite along with a personal “Alfred” (butler) for your entire stay.

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Famous Big Lebowski House Donated to LACMA

Feb 29, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) just got a really cool donation in the form of a John Lautner-designed house and property that is estimated to be worth over $40 million. If the mansion looks familiar to you, it’s probably because the property starred in 1998’s The Big Lebowski as porn king Jackie Treehorn’s pad. 

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Oscars: Right Award, Wrong Movie

Feb 29, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

There are many reasons we watch the Oscars, from the tearful acceptance speeches to the gorgeous red carpet looks and painfully awkward moments. But this year was all about whether or not Leonardo DiCaprio was finally going to win one of the coveted golden statues. Well, congratulations, Leo! We got teary-eyed during your amazing speech and loved your backstage jokes—you deserved that little gold statue&h... Read More

A Really, Really Ridiculously Good-Looking Cocktail

Feb 11, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Zoolander 2 has finally arrived and it’s really funny. With plenty of new jokes that don’t simply rely on the first film, there are a lot of surprises and tons of celebrity appearances (including some of fashion’s biggest names) that makes the sequel worthwhile. In order to properly celebrate Derek’s return to the big screen, Cîroc and photographer Mario Testino got together to design a limited edition Derek Zoolander Blue Steel bottle of vodka and a special cocktail to go along with it.

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The Lot in San Diego Remembers What Other Luxury Cinemas Forget

Feb 9, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Luxury cinemas are no longer a rarity and some cities now have multiple companies to choose from. Though they all put a classier spin on “dinner and a movie,” many of them seem to put more of an effort in the latter, often forgetting about the cuisine. The Lot in San Diego takes dinner a lot more seriously than an afterthought and as a result, their restaurant can easily stand on its own.

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The Small Screen's Big Moment: 2016’s Transformative Television

Feb 3, 2016  |   Contributor: Todd Jatras

Towards the end of a recent marathon viewing session Breaking Bad, I began to seriously worry for my life after Walter White (the character that earned Bryan Cranston four Emmys). My panic was brief, as a cursory search revealed that a second Golden Age of Television is in full swing and the pipeline is brimming with compelling new programs full of talent

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13 Books You Need to Read Before They Hit the Big Screen

Feb 1, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

This year is huge for book adaptations, with several critically-applauded stories being released onto the big screen. From longtime favorites like The Jungle Book to medical mysteries and war memoirs, 2016 is giving us the perfect excuse to visit our favorite book stores.  While the book is (almost) always better than the movie, here’s to hoping these adaptations come close to their literary counterparts. The following 13 films have the best source material Hollywood could hope for: 

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The #OscarsSoWhite Hashtag Has Struck Again With 2016 Nominee List & Yes, It Matters

Jan 14, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Last year the hashtag #OscarsSoWhite was started by April Reign in response to the Academy’s dismissal of great performances from black actors and unfortunately, it’s trending again. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences released the list of Oscar nominees this morning and just like last year, the list is being called incredibly whitewashed and sadly, still not surprising.

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Wands Up for a Fallen Hero: Family, Friends & Fans Remember the Great Alan Rickman

Jan 14, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

The world woke up to the news that cancer has taken another one of our favorite English stars (first Motörhead’s Lemmy Kilmister and just last weekend, David Bowie). Actor Alan Rickman died this morning at age 69, leaving behind him a long list of beloved roles that include Professor Snape, Sheriff George of Nottingham, Colonel Brandon and Hans Gruber. Once the news hit the world, tributes and loving words began pouring out from everyone he touched, which has been a lot of people.

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Now's Your Chance to Buy Bumblebee and Optimus Prime's Car Alter-Egos From the Transformers Films

Jan 12, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

I know I’m not the only one out there that thinks Michael Bay’s Transformers movies are pretty awful, but that doesn’t mean I wouldn’t want some of the cars used in the film. In fact, the cool autos are the flick’s biggest saving graces. Thanks to auction house Barrett-Jackson, you can now buy one of the cars directly.

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Who Will Be the Next Han Solo? Shortlist of Actors Being Considered to Play the Iconic Role is Leaked

Jan 12, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

There has been tons of speculation as to who might be cast as a young Han Solo in the upcoming Star Wars spinoff and according to Variety, a shortlist of talent has been leaked by sources. Finding a young actor to fill Harrison Ford’s shoes is certainly not an easy task, so we are glad that Disney and Lucasfilm are taking their time in making their final decision by seeing thousands of actors. 

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