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How we present ourselves to the world holds great power, whether in daily life or on the big screen. In reality, as well as in reel, fashion has played an influential role in defining character personalities and plot progression. This article delves into 'dressed for success', specifically focusing on the impact that suits have on characters and plots in film and television.
In this frame of reference, a suit is not just an assembly of fabric held together by stitching; it's a statement, a collection of cues signifying identity, status, and intent of a person. Just like an avid player selecting banners for online blackjack, dashing onto a game with precision, the impact of character attire is calculative and precise. The strategic selection of wardrobe foliage can expertly display their holder’s confidence, their place in the business world, or any dilemmas they are facing.
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Much like an exquisitely dealt hand in online blackjack, a well-tailored suit immediately draws attention. Its significance crosses cultural boundaries - universally recognized as a symbol of power, prosperity, and professionalism. As the protagonist dons the suit, they adopt these qualities, establishing them within the narrative hierarchy. For example, consider Harvey Specter from the television series "Suits". His high-end designer suits underline his position as a top New York City lawyer, conveying an enduring image of sleek dominance.
Suit Variations and Their Impact
The sheer diversity of suit designs allows costumers to visually narrate a character's evolution, much like variations of card combinations alter the trajectory in a game of online blackjack. This shift may indicate a personal growth, a change in socio-economic status, or often is the manifestation of character development throughout the storyline. Danny Ocean’s transition from prison garb to a suave suit in "Ocean's Eleven" symbolizes his return to the world of high-stake heists.
Negotiation Power of a Suit
As seen in countless films and TV shows, suits are pivotal elements during negotiation scenes. Thriving in the boardroom or power-lunch scenarios, the aesthetic choice of suiting up helps characters gain an upper hand. In such moments when confidence is key, a well-fitted suit exudes both charisma and capability highlighting their importance within the narrative buildup. The political drama series "House of Cards" perfectly uses this principle with its lead character, Frank Underwood.
Fashion Evolution: Suits Reflecting Time and Setting
Mad Men: Set in the 1960s, Don Draper's ever immaculate yet contemporary collection of suits underscored not just his personal charm but also mirrored the style of the period.
The Great Gatsby: Filled with extravagant suits signifying unbounded wealth and decadence, Jay Gatsby's attire is as important a character as anyone else in the film, reflecting the Jazz Age setting vividly.
Casino Royale: James Bond's modern monochrome fitted-suit feels perfectly at home in the elegant casino surroundings while mirroring his suaveness and toughness simultaneously.
Pioneering Women: Power Dressing Era
The late 20th century introduced women into the business world, and with it came the emergence of the power suit. Pioneers like Diane Keaton in Annie Hall led the way presenting the female suit as a symbol of equality, professional competence, and personal style empowerment. This fashion evolution reiterated the importance of suits in character development, shifting perceptions and fiercely challenging stereotypes.
In Miriam Maisel's character from "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel", we see an interesting flip where her precisely coordinated outfits reflect her comedic precision, contradicting the bleak outlook of her personal life expressively turned around laughter and wit.
The Suit: An On-screen Vehicle for Transformation
From Clark Kent’s transition to Superman or Bruce Wayne becoming Batman, the suit forms an important part of their alter-ego transformation. The suit becomes not just a costume, but a literal embodiment of transformation.
Without a doubt, the influence that comes with a well-tailored suit is undeniable; it's impression stretches far beyond merely being a choice of clothing. It is an essential tool within film and television narratives, establishing roles, defining characters, staging transformations and appropriately reflecting the time and setting in which they exist.
Yikes! I’ve obviously been coming to Cannes for too many years. I just saw Mexican actor Gael Garcia Bernal and he is a grey haired, middle aged man. It seems only like ‘yesterday’ that I captured a photo of him, a dark haired, boyish figure bounding up the Croisette. *Sighs*. Time really does fly. As […]
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Written By: Connor Lightbody Sweat. We all do it. Well, unless you’re Prince Andrew. Hollywood, however, seems to think otherwise. Since the turn of the millennium, and what can possibly be attributed to the rise of the Disney conglomerate and a sense of literal sanitation, there has been a distinct disappearance of perspiring people on […]
At some point, if these Planet of the Apes reboot prequels are indeed trying to reach the eventual point where a George Taylor astronaut arrives out of time to liberate captive mankind from some damn dirty apes, character realignment is needed to turn heroes into villains. After three phenomenal performances from Andy Serkis as Caesar, this face turn being enjoyed by the apes has to end… right? That is the question. Therefore, how–from a sense of lore–can that shift happen. Will it be a sudden cataclysm or a slow fall from grace? Set 300 years after the concluding events of 2017’s spectacular War for the Planet of the Apes, the new Kingdom of the Planet offers the first tumultuous steps down that possible path.
In a rustic future, the victories and ethics of Caesar have echoed to become bedrock principles and storied myth to the thriving ape society. Clans of them live amid the eroded urban cityscapes that have been slowly reclaimed by nature like postulated scenes from The History Channel’s Life After People. Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes introduces Noa, Anaya, and Soona as three young adult apes from a spiritual village nestled amid old power lines that specializes in training falcons to be hunting and attack companions. The rambunctious trio are scaling decaying skyscrapers in search of falcon nests to bring new eggs back to their village as a rite of passage to restock their aviaries.
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Materials and scents left behind lead Sylva’s mounted war party to Noa’s village where the peaceful citizens are overrun, even with their falcon support. Sylva razes the homestead and takes survivors away as captured apes for slave labor. This sets Noa off on a desperate search to find Sylva’s trail and rescue his friends and families.
LESSON #1: FINDING YOURSELF– By centering on this redemption and liberation quest for Noa, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes becomes a defacto coming-of-age and anti-tyranny film inside of its blockbuster host. Noa may be inexperienced, alone, and outmatched, but he possesses the loyalty and determination to make something of himself. What he’s missing is the deeper heart of virtue, something he will find from the wise Bornean orangutan Raka (Peter Macon of The Orville) he befriends on his journey. A true believer of the now-ancient adage of “apes together strong,” Raka describes himself as one of the last members of the Order of Caesar who chronicle and teach the historical leader’s core principles.
LESSON #2: BASTARDIZING BELIEFS– Playing the prerequisite elder mentor role we’ve seen time and again in genre films, Raka helps imbue Noa with Caesar’s tenets, many of which were foreign to Noa. Raka also demonstrates how Sylva and his powerful bonobo monarch Proximus Caesar (Kevin Durand of The Strain) have bastardized and bent the original Caesar’s laws of unity to their own selfish whim. Proximus has collected his followers and slaves on the coast at a massive, abandoned human bunker in Coronado Bay that he considers his ruling destiny. Naturally, someone needs to stand up for the right and righteous.
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Despite the absence of director Matt Reeves and trilogy screenwriters Mark Bomback, Rick Jaffa, and Amanda Silver, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes did not lose a pixel of technical sophistication for bringing the fluidity and textures to striking life. The performance capture technology remains pristine and the best the industry has to offer. Director Wes Ball of the Maze Runner series and his frequent cinematographer collaborator Gyula Pados show themselves more than capable to shoulder this massive world and extend it to heights and tangents. Pados’ work, in particular, is angular and vibrant to match the physical movements and speed of its hairy subjects.
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes suffers slightly from a second act lull of quarry tracking and legend dissemination, which helps lengthen the film past the two-hour threshold and sweet spot. There’s a tighter pursuit-driven movie possible, but, for many, there’s worthwhile richness to be found in the details and growth on display. This is Josh Friedman’s first screenplay credit in 18 years since The Black Dahlia, and it feels like he was saving up for an opus. His resurgence in the tentpole scene will continue with The Fantastic Four and the fourth Avatar movie, and it’s not hard to see why. Nevertheless, the weight of this heady and existential movie is sizable.
LESSON #3: SHOW MERCY– Smoldering throughout Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is the precept of mercy. For the most part, this setting is the kind of world where everyone is on the verge of conflict for basic existence and wants what they perceive to be theirs. Characters and factions learn the possible benefits of co-existence rather than dominance, beginning with showing mercy to those you would not normally associate with. Choices of mercy can swell to become decency, morality, and compassion, all accomplished with a unified strength instead of combative one bent with hubris. Alas, we know mankind’s selfishness will bite, scratch, and claw to get their own dominance back–shunning mercy–meaning it’s just a matter of time before the conflict of this franchise changes featured players.
With time in mind, patience is indeed required when it comes to Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. For three films in a row, “expansive” has become the perfect descriptor, and it suits this fourth entry as well. Even with new studio stewardship (Disney igniting the former Fox property) and a new creative braintrust led by Ball, this franchise marches to a different drum and blazes new trails. They are setting yet another stage for an epic crowd pleaser. Among the trend of heavily predictable genre movies with low stakes, this one is going to ponderous and exciting places simultaneously, and it’s all the better for it.
Written By: Matthew Walsh There is a new trend in Hollywood. It is glitzy, expensive and inspired by the industry’s revered golden age. It’s also incredibly simple and looks like an indicator of how the film world is searching for some certainty among these uncertain times. It is, in short, star power. A wave of […]
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Cannabis comedy films have carved a niche in the vast landscape of cinema, delighting audiences with their unique blend of humor and irreverence. These films often explore the lighter side of cannabis culture, offering a humorous perspective on the experiences and social dynamics surrounding its use. Over the years, the genre has evolved significantly, moving from underground cult favorites to mainstream successes, resonating with a broad and diverse audience. This evolution reflects a shift in societal attitudes towards cannabis, making these films not just entertaining but also culturally significant. As we look at the landscape of 2023, several cannabis comedies have emerged as top contenders, each bringing fresh humor and insightful commentary to the screen. This article highlights the top-rated cannabis comedy films of 2023, celebrating the creativity and impact of this enduring genre. For those who appreciate the lighter side of cannabis culture, Hyperwolf provides top-notch delivery services that complement your movie nights. Check out their offerings at Hyperwolf.
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A cannabis comedy film is typically characterized by its central theme revolving around cannabis and its use, weaving humor into scenarios that range from the absurd to the relatable. Common themes include the quest for the ultimate high, the mishaps of buying or growing cannabis, or the social interactions fueled by its consumption. Character archetypes such as the lovable stoner, the inexperienced newbie, and the cynical veteran often populate these narratives, providing a canvas for a variety of comedic exploits.
Plot lines in cannabis comedies often revolve around a series of comic misadventures, misunderstandings, and reconciliations, frequently culminating in a feel-good resolution that reinforces the bonds between characters. Iconic films like Cheech & Chong's Up in Smoke and Pineapple Express have set the standard for the genre, blending slapstick humor with a commentary on cannabis culture that resonates with audiences even beyond the core stoner demographic. These films not only entertain but also subtly address the stigmas and societal perceptions surrounding cannabis, often pushing the boundaries of conventional comedy to include a blend of satire and genuine storytelling.
For a deeper understanding of cannabis regulation and its societal implications—which often serve as subtext in these films—the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) offers insights into the effects and legal status of cannabis. Similarly, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides comprehensive public health information that can contextualize the real-world backdrop against which these comedies unfold.
Criteria for Rating
The criteria for rating the top cannabis comedies of 2023 include a mix of humor, storyline, critical reception, and audience reviews. Humor, the most crucial element, is evaluated based on the frequency and quality of laughs, assessing how effectively the film uses cannabis-related scenarios to generate comedy. The storyline is another vital component, where the coherence, originality, and creativity of the plot are scrutinized to ensure that the film offers more than just a series of gags.
Critical reception plays a significant role, encompassing reviews from respected film critics who assess everything from the film's direction and performances to its technical execution. Audience reviews, on the other hand, provide insight into the film’s reception among viewers, reflecting its popularity and impact on the community it portrays. Together, these factors determine the "top-rated" status of a film, ensuring that the selected movies not only deliver great entertainment but also resonate well with both critics and the public.
Top 2023 Cannabis Comedy Films
Film 1: Green Dreams
Overview: Green Dreams follows the hilarious misadventures of a down-on-his-luck chef who turns to cannabis-infused cooking to revive his failing restaurant.
Plot Summary: After inheriting a struggling diner, Tommy experiments with gourmet cannabis cuisine to attract a younger crowd. As his recipes go viral, he must navigate the comedic challenges of managing high kitchen staff, peculiar customers and avoiding the watchful eyes of the law.
Why It Ranks: The film combines clever writing, outstanding comedic timing, and a fresh take on cannabis culture. It shines in its originality and the charismatic performance of the lead, played by comedian Jay Ellis.
Standout Features: Key scenes include a chaotic "tasting night" and the wildly inventive dishes Tommy creates. The film also features a strong supporting cast, including Zoë Kravitz, who plays a savvy business partner.
Film 2: High Society
Overview: A mockumentary-style film that follows a group of friends trying to start a cannabis farm with no prior farming experience.
Plot Summary: The group’s ignorance about agriculture leads to a series of comedic situations, from accidental crossbreeding of strains to dealing with a suspicious local sheriff.
Why It Ranks: High Society earns its spot with its unique format and relentless humor that smartly satirizes both startup culture and cannabis myths.
Standout Features: Notable scenes include the friends attending a "grow your own" workshop and their attempts at DIY hydroponics. The ensemble cast, featuring the comedic talents of Maya Rudolph and Will Forte, delivers a riotous performance.
Film 3: Baked in Brooklyn
Overview: Set in Brooklyn, this comedy explores the life of a young couple who start a secret supper club where every dish is infused with cannabis.
Plot Summary: As their supper club becomes the talk of the town, they struggle to keep their activities hidden from their nosy neighbors and conservative families.
Why It Ranks: The film's engaging plot and relatable characters make it a standout, providing both laughs and a look at urban entrepreneurship.
Standout Features: The supper club scenes, particularly a disastrous dinner that ends in unexpected revelations, are highlights. The chemistry between leads Gina Rodriguez and LaKeith Stanfield adds depth to the comedy.
Film 4: The Last Leaf
Overview: An aging hippie convinces his estranged children to help him protect the last plant from his legendary strain, leading to family bonding and generational clashes.
Plot Summary: The family's road trip to save the plant from a corporate cannabis farm is filled with humor, heartfelt moments, and a bit of action.
Why It Ranks: It offers a nostalgic yet contemporary look at cannabis culture through the lens of family dynamics, appealing to a wide demographic.
Standout Features: A standout scene involves a stealth mission in a rival grow-op. Veteran actor Jeff Bridges stars as the hippie father, bringing both warmth and wackiness to the film.
Film 5: Cloud Nine
Overview: In this futuristic comedy, a scientist accidentally creates a cloud that rains THC, causing the entire town to experience unexpected highs.
Plot Summary: As the town's newfound euphoria disrupts daily life, the scientist and her skeptical brother must find a way to dissipate the cloud.
Why It Ranks: Cloud Nine stands out for its inventive premise and visual effects that cleverly depict the surreal experiences of the townspeople.
Standout Features: Visual gags, including a town hall meeting gone hilariously awry, make this film a visual treat. Starring Kristen Wiig as the scientist, the film delivers both humor and spectacle.
Viewer Reactions and Reviews
The audience reactions to these films have been overwhelmingly positive, with many praising their innovative approaches to the cannabis comedy genre. Social media platforms and film review sites are abuzz with quotes from viewers who appreciate the humor and fresh perspectives each film brings.
Controversies and Acclaim: While High Society faced some initial controversy over its portrayal of cannabis culture, it has also been acclaimed for its authentic and respectful humor. The Last Leaf has been praised in film festivals for its heartwarming portrayal of family reconciliation, making it a critical darling.
Overall, these films have not only entertained but also sparked conversations about the evolving perceptions of cannabis in society, marking 2023 as a significant year for the genre.
Why These Films Matter in 2023
The cultural and social impact of cannabis comedy films in 2023 cannot be overstated. These films serve as a barometer for societal attitudes toward cannabis, reflecting a growing acceptance and normalization of its use. By framing cannabis-related stories within the accessible and popular medium of comedy, these films play a pivotal role in shaping public perception, often challenging outdated stigmas and sparking dialogue on cannabis legislation and culture.
Furthermore, the representation of cannabis in these films mirrors the shift in regulatory landscapes across many regions, which increasingly recognize cannabis as a part of mainstream society. By incorporating themes of entrepreneurship, family dynamics, and societal acceptance, the top cannabis comedies of 2023 highlight the versatility of cannabis as a subject matter, proving it can carry narratives that are not only humorous but also socially and culturally significant.
Conclusion
Cannabis comedy films continue to be a vital part of the entertainment landscape, offering laughter and levity while also providing commentary on social issues. The top picks of 2023 showcase the genre's evolution, presenting stories that range from heartwarming to hilariously absurd, each reflecting the complex dimensions of cannabis culture. These films not only entertain but also educate and foster understanding, underscoring the role of comedy in addressing and normalizing topics that were once considered taboo.
Have you watched any of the top cannabis comedies of 2023? Do you agree with our picks, or do you have other favorites to recommend? Share your thoughts and reviews in the comments below—we'd love to hear what makes you laugh and why! For more great content like this, don't forget to subscribe or follow us on our social media platforms. Stay tuned for more updates and recommendations that keep you in the loop with the best in entertainment.
Released: 9th May 2024 Director: Wes Ball Starring: Owen Teague, Freya Allen Much like hearing an ape speak in full sentences, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is a puzzling prospect. Helmed by Wes Ball, the fourth instalment in the franchise ambitiously explores the complexities of legacy and its transforming interpretations – and in […]
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Many healthcare organizations today turn to a medical staffing agency for help filling provider vacancies. These agencies devote their time and energy to connecting healthcare organizations with providers who have the qualifications for open positions. What benefits come with working with a medical staffing agency?
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Feature By: Elliott Cuff There’s a reason so many people still relish returning to their action favourites from the ’90s. Cinema had flourished in the decade prior, and the ’90s continued to elevate the action blockbuster, pushing high-concept stories, exhilarating spectacle and freshly minted movie stars into the stratosphere. CGI did enter the conversation but […]
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Hollywood has made smoking look very attractive. When you consider the likes of Sean Connery and Carey Grant smoking on film, it’s not hard to see why Joe Sixpack wants to go out and pick up a carton of smokes for himself. Cigarettes are great movie props. Take Robert DeNiro in Goodfellas, for example. The famous scene where he is plotting a crime partner’s demise would not be the same were it not for Eric Clapton’s vocals and the cigarette in his hand. This post will explore this topic in more detail, telling you everything there is to know about the role smoking has played in Hollywood.
Media Censorship
In Hollywood’s early days, sex was not allowed to be shown on screen. Smoking was used as a substitute. The leads in films would light cigarettes for romantic interests, showing tension. If you understand how sexy smoking can be, consider searching for Backwoods cigars online, since there’s nothing more attractive than a man holding a cigar. Clint Eastwood is the perfect example of this. His mysterious antihero in the Sergio Leone films was always seen with a cigar and exuded elegance and cool. Back to sex though, it was only allowed on film in later decades. Cigarettes were a great substitute until it was. Pornography was illegal and sex on film was considered a type of pornography, which is why it took so long for it to be allowed, and even when it was, there were still heavy restrictions in place.
Looking Cool
Old Hollywood was all about looking cool. Nowadays it’s not so much the case. Actors and actresses don’t exude as much coolness as they used to. However, there are some exceptions. Brad Pitt and Ryan Gosling are some of the coolest actors around right now, though they don’t hold a candle to Al Pacino or Clint Eastwood in their heydays. Part of the reason that older Hollywood actors and actresses looked so cool was because they smoked. Smoking isn’t as common in film today as it used to be, mainly because people are concerned about advertising cigarettes, which as we all know, can be very unhealthy. Moderate use is advised if individuals plan on smoking in spite of how harmful it can be. Many think it’s better to smoke cigars than cigarettes since the smoke isn’t actually inhaled. If you plan on smoking, prioritize cigars over cigarettes for this reason.
Character Props
Cigarettes are great props in films. Even smokers who’ve never been in a film and have no interest in acting use cigarettes as props. Cigarettes are a great way for people to ground themselves. Many people who quit smoking actually turn to vaping because they are addicted to the act of smoking more than they are to nicotine. Vaping presents people who are smokers with an opportunity to continue smoking without actually smoking. In films, cigarettes are used in the same way. As mentioned in the introduction to this post, Robert DeNiro’s character in Goodfellas uses a cigarette to illustrate growing tension. The scene referred to is the one where Cream plays in the background, and he plots to kill a business associate who has been pestering him for money. Were it not for the cigarette, the scene would be nowhere near as effective as it is. In the Clint Eastwood film directed by Sergio Leone, the Dollars Trilogy, the protagonist’s use of cigars is also used to build tension. In films, cigarettes and cigars also give characters something to do, ensuring their hands are not just sat idly on their laps.
Other Alternatives
Smoking isn’t for everyone. A lot of people however like to have props, as mentioned above. If you are somebody who was previously interested in smoking but has decided not to, here are a few suggestions for alternatives.
Using Cigars
Cigars contain the same chemicals as cigarettes. They are therefore not a ‘safe’ alternative. However, you do not inhale the smoke when you smoke cigars, which means you aren’t doing as much harm to your lungs. With that being said, cigars are still bad for you, and therefore if you are somebody who wants to protect their health, not a viable ‘healthy’ option. If you are going to smoke cigars, make sure that you do so moderately. Smoking infrequently reduces your risk of developing health problems. Infrequent smoking can also be a good way to alleviate stress and have fun without getting addicted.
Consider Vapes
Vapes are a popular alternative to cigarettes. The problem with them is that their use comes with a whole different set of challenges and problems. Scientists are quickly realizing that vaping can cause some very serious health issues. If you plan on using them, use them moderately. Also, take a look at alternatives to nicotine. For example, you can buy vapes that contain THC, the psychoactive compound found in marijuana. If you are planning on buying THC vapes, you need to make sure it is legal for you to do so in the state that you live in. Buying illegal, black-market THC vape capsules can be a bad idea. Studies have shown that black-market vape cartridges typically contain more toxic chemicals and harmful additives than ones that are sold legally. Fentanyl has even been found in some illegally manufactured vape cartridges and products.
Nicotine Inserts
A good option for people who want to quit smoking is nicotine inserts. Nicotine inserts are almost harmless. The only problem some people experience with their use is gum irritation. However, gum irritation can be mitigated by inserting them in different areas of your mouth every single time. You can of course use places you have used in the past, just not in the same week. Moving inserts around in your mouth can save you a lot of pain. That said, not everybody does suffer from gum irritation, so it’s not guaranteed. Still, move inserts around just to prevent it from happening.
Smoking has been a very common thing in Hollywood since its inception. While it’s not as common today, people still smoke. Cigars are a great option because they give you a real kick taste a lot better. They’re also a lot cooler! Give consideration to the suggestions made in the last part of this section if you want to know more about quitting or swapping to alternatives.
So, here a new game begins! Log in to the live casino, scroll through the menu, and select the Crazy Time live dealer game. Only Evolution Gaming, the developer of popular disc games - Dream Catcher and Monopoly Live, can present it.
Evolution Gaming CEO Todd Haushalter provided the Crazy Time slot at the 2020 ICE exhibition in February. Since then, this sport has been one of the most interesting in global gambling.
How to play Crazy Time?
Overview
If you enjoy online live slots, you’ll love Crazy Time. This game offers more serious wins, payouts, and bonus rounds!
The structure of Crazy Time is similar to any game with live dealers who stand in front of a wheel. You place a bet, meet a certain time limit, and then the dealer starts spinning the wheel.
How to play live
Crazy Time features a wheel with 54 segments, numbers 1, 2, 5, and 10, as well as 4 bonus segments: Coin Flip, Cash Hunt, Pachinko, and Crazy Time.
Choose one of the numbers 1, 2, 5, and 10 and place your bet. You can also bet on the bonus segments: Coin Flip, Cash Hunt, Pachinko, and Crazy Time.
The wager ranges from 0.10 mBTC to 400 mBTC; whether you play the minimum or the maximum is up to you.
Ensure you place your bets before the allotted time, and take this process responsibly.
Once the bet is made, the dealer turns the wheel. The top slot with two reels on the wheel will spin simultaneously with the big wheel. It has ten multipliers in the form of either a number or a bonus game symbol; these will be added to the winnings if they match the sector on which the winning bet is placed. If none of this happens during a spin, there will be no more multipliers in that round of the game.
The process repeats until the bonus round is activated. There is a detailed explanation of each bonus feature at the bottom:
Cash Hunt
While this option is activated, your screen will display 108 random multipliers. When the wheel starts spinning, the multipliers become symbols and are randomly generated. Then, you can use the cannon to shoot at the symbol with the most significant multiplier hiding behind it. The symbol will turn into a multiplier, which you will win.
Pachinko
Pachinko uses the puck drop zone, which has 16 multipliers, and it is on one of them that the puck can land. You win the multiplier that the puck lands on. If the puck lands on a double multiplier, the multiplier will also be doubled. The puck will then drop again.
Coin Flip
This bonus round is easier than it looks. All you have to do is choose head or tail. And then the round will start. If you choose correctly, you will be rewarded with a matching payout.
Crazy Time
Spin the wheel and open the little red door leading you to a big win! A 64-segment wheel greets you at the entrance to the Crazy Time bonus round. There, you will find several multipliers that will help you win decent prizes after each game completion. Players can choose between a blue, green, or orange shield. Behind each shield hides a different payout, depending on where it falls. The multiplier is doubled or tripled if a shield falls on a Double or Triple value.
Crazy Time with live dealers: tips and strategies for winning
Try to place a bet on the bonuses
If you place all your eggs in one basket, you have each reason to win more. You can area bets on 1, 2, five, and 10, in addition to Cash Hunt, Pachinko, Coin Flip, and Crazy Time. The more significant the segments you bet on, the higher your chances of winning.
Try to break up your bets on the segments and on the bonuses. This way, you will have more opportunities to win no matter where the wheel stops.
Remember the theory of probability
If a bonus segment has never hit 10 times in a row, there is a chance that it will hit in the next few spins. Bet within your budget, play with moderate amounts and act responsibly to prevent significant losses.
Check the RTP
Always check the RTP to assess your chances of winning. Crazy Time's theoretical RTP is 96.08%, which is even higher than that of other live dealer games.
Crazy Time slot and its RTP and payouts
As we said, Crazy Time offers a theoretical RTP near 96%, but this value varies depending on the bet amount. Here are the payouts you can get in Crazy Time:
The payout for winning 1 segment is 1:1;
The payout for winning 2 segments is 2:1;
The payout for winning 5 segments is 5:1;
The payout for winning 10 segments is 10:1;
Pachinko, Cash Hunt, Coin Flip, and Crazy Time - payouts for these segments are up to mBTC 100,000.
Get simply unbelievable payouts at Crazy Time, allowing you to experience something you can never forget! Place your bets right now and win massive amounts on every spin!
To the uninformed, The Fall Guy, helmed by Bullet Train and Atomic Blonde director David Leitch, is loosely based on the ABC adventure TV series of the same name that starred Lee Majors and ran for 113 episodes across five seasons from 1981 to 1986. Its theme song, “Unknown Stuntman,” was sung by Majors himself over an opening credits sequence that stitched together famous stunt shots from old movies. Once that introduction played, Majors followed with this voiceover introduction:
“This is a story of one of America’s great unsung heroes. I mean, you’ve seen him, but you never knew who he was. You’ve cheered for him and cried for him. Women have wanted to die for him. Did he ever get any credit or the girl? No. He was what we call a ‘stuntman,’ and the reason I’m talking so fondly about him is because he’s me: Colt Seavers.”
LESSON #1: PUT SOME RESPECT ON THEIR NAMES– Listen to all that recognized love expressed through cheers, tears, and popped buttons, all for the uncelebrated daredevils out there putting their lives on the line for our entertainment. There’s a good chance the 48-year-old David Leitch, who broke into Hollywood as a stunt coordinator before taking the top chair the last few years, sat enthralled and inspired as a youngster on his couch Wednesday nights. Like many others watching The Fall Guy, David found out Majors was right. Stunt workers deserve their kudos and their own love interests.
Through a cavalcade of creatively designed set pieces, Leitch and The Fall Guy put the bang in “the whole shebang” with this kinetic crowd pleaser positioned to open the 2024 summer movie season with that very sound effect. After years of development hell, Universal Pictures found their perfect stewards with David Leitch and Ryan Gosling and indulged their pyrotechnic and brawny dreams to bust every block in sight. The TV show’s awareness and appreciation for these behind-the-scenes champions has now become Leitch’s own.
Gosling’s framing narration introduces us to Cole Seavers, currently the go-to stunt double for the world’s biggest action star Tom Ryder (the much-rumored next James Bond Aaron Taylor-Johnson, channeling a boobish Matthew McConaughey parody). In his mind, he’s working his dream job with his dream girl– camera operator Jody Moreno (Gosling’s “Barbenheimer” rival and fellow recent Oscar nominee Emily Blunt)--and her flirty behavior often nearby and piped through an ever-present walkie-talkie line. Everything’s appropriately peachy until an on-set accident severely injures Cole’s back.
The epic fail forced Cole into retirement from the stunt scene and shattered his confidence. Without the adrenalized profession, Cole has spiraled to shut everyone out–including Jody– while making ends meet parking cars as a valet at a Los Angeles Mexican restaurant. Hope returns when Tom Ryder’s producer partner Gail Meyer (Ted Lasso Emmy winner Hannah Waddington) seeks him out to work alongside Ryder again on Jody’s first directorial effort, a space opera entitled Metal Storm, shooting in and around Sydney, Australia. Cole jumps at the resurrection chance more to see Jody than to shadow Tom again.
LESSON #2: THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF A MOVIE SET– With this inspiration, there’s a peach pit center inside of The Fall Guy that is essentially a big screen workplace comedy, only a busy office of cubicles is supersized into the stunt department army in production on a major motion picture. The Fall Guy shows the hierarchy of communication and preparation, from a hired hand like Cole and his stunt coordinator best friend Dan Tucker (an overqualified and underused Winston Duke of Us and Black Panther: Wakanda Forever) on up to Jody and Gail ruling from the top. One little twist with the set of Metal Storm is that Jody didn’t know Gail was bringing back the estranged Cole.
In this setting of coordinated banter and teamwork, the first 45 to 60 minutes of The Fall Guy are perfectly paced with fly-on-the-moviemaking-wall entertainment as one could hope for. Gosling and Blunt have undeniable desirability and magnetism on full display. Their cohesiveness is punctuated by a romantic and hilarious bullhorn-to-bullhorn exchange where the two present their characters’ tenuous and overdue feelings thinly veiled in the metaphors of a director talking about the character he’s playing and him describing the caked-in-fire challenge of the stunt to his boss. The two lovers we root for have cleared the air and are back together.
After this reunion, the wires that yank and tug what’s supposed to be an engineered and calculated world in The Fall Guy start to warp and tangle. Slightly matching TV show’s aim where the title character moonlights as a bounty hunter using his elite driving and combat skills to his advantages, Cole is given an urgent side quest by Gail to find Tom Ryder who’s gone missing from his swanky Sydney digs. Ryder’s absence threatens to shut the whole production down and ruin Jody’s debut. Cole won’t let that happen, so the chase is on.
LESSON #3: EVERYTHING CHANGES ONCE A DEAD BODY SHOWS UP– Now, if The Fall Guy kept this delving-for-the-diva pursuit as simple as clever clue investigation, encounter skits with colorful suspects, and some city-traipsing jaunts as transition scenes, the outcome would stay inventive and tempered in the convolution department– all without sacrificing any of the thrills and spills matching the lead’s profession. However, once a dead body shows up in Tom’s hotel room, the sweet-spot lightheartedness that could have carried the whole movie veers poorly and is muddied beyond repair. Thereafter, all of the consequences are immediately doomed to become more and more preposterous the longer The Fall Guy careens and crashes.
LESSON #4: DO YOU KNOW WHAT THIS MOVIE NEEDS?-- As a result, The Fall Guy swells 20 minutes and two climaxes too long. It’s a shame because the showy basics– Cole Seavers, a cagey actor to play him, the promised execution of high-level stunts (including a cinema record car roll), an update of Majors’ signature GMC pickup truck, and a slick B-plot mystery– are all present and, quite honestly, plenty. Somewhere and for someone, that wasn’t enough. Ambition can be fun, but this finished film feels like the real-life version of the Gail character showed up with a notepad checklist of “Do you know what this movie needs?” pitches and demands for extra action ideas, whether that was machine guns, boats, helicopters, or more drums of gasoline to ignite. The Fall Guy is an odd and ironic case in this day and age where an increase of the normally thin or absent stakes we bitch about might have become too high and too much.
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