![]() Who or What Causes Affliction and Suffering? The following is an attempt to provide some answers to those questions, inspired in part by Alma’s counsel to his son Helaman. What is the ultimate objective of suffering in God’s plan?.How should we respond to affliction and suffering?.How does God help us face our afflictions?.Does all suffering lead to positive growth?.Why does God intervene and alleviate suffering for some but not for others?.Who or what causes affliction and suffering?.The subject of affliction and its corresponding companion, suffering, raise some thought-provoking questions. In fact, one key reason for the gospel is to give purpose to suffering, to help it make sense, so we can hold on and have hope even in moments of excruciating pain and despair. No doubt this counsel was included in the Book of Mormon because it is applicable to each of us as we face the inescapable afflictions of life. The essence of his counsel was that Helaman, even though he was righteous, would still face his share of afflictions, but if he put his trust in God, the day of deliverance would come when he would be “lifted up”-meaning exalted. surely did deliver them in their afflictions.” Alma then continued: “And now, O my son Helaman, behold, thou art in thy youth, and therefore, I beseech of thee that thou wilt hear my words and learn of me for I do know that whosoever shall put their trust in God shall be supported in their trials, and their troubles, and their afflictions, and shall be lifted up at the last day” (Alma 36:2–3 emphasis added throughout). He exhorted him to remember “the captivity of our fathers for they were in bondage, and none could deliver them except it was the God of Abraham. Accordingly, Alma commenced his counsel to Helaman as recorded in Alma 36 by addressing the subject of affliction. Suffice it to say, Alma was acquainted with grief.Īlma knew that his righteous son Helaman would likewise face adversity. His “heart was exceedingly sorrowful” because of the iniquities of the people (Alma 35:15), and he “had been racked with eternal torment” because of his own sinful past (Alma 36:12). He was bound, imprisoned, and physically abused (Alma 14:14–15) the wicked gnashed their teeth upon him, spit upon him, mocked him, and withheld food and water from him so that he “suffered for many days” (Alma 14:21–23). He “was pained” as he witnessed righteous men, women, and children, cast into a fiery pit at the hands of the wicked (Alma 14:10). He was rejected, reviled, spit upon, and cast out of Ammonihah, “being weighed down with sorrow, wading through much tribulation and anguish of soul” because of the sins of his people (Alma 8:13–14). He fought in hand-to-hand combat defending his people (Alma 2:29). Callister formerly served as the General President of the Sunday School of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Īlma the Younger was no stranger to affliction and suffering. Elder Chi Hong (Sam) Wong: Rescue in Unity.Todd Christofferson: Free Forever, to Act. Saturday Afternoon: The Sustaining of Church Officers.Callister: Parents: The Prime Gospel Teache. Elder Jorg Klebingat: Approaching the Throne of Go.Elder Eduardo Gabarret: Yes, Lord, I will Follow Thee.Tom Perry: Finding Lasting Peace and Buil. Elder Craig Christensen : I Know These Things of M.Callister: Parents: The Prime Gospel Teachers of Their Children I can try to strengthen those foundations and I can provide my students with opportunities to grow, but it is their parents who established the vital foundation that they will build on for the rest of their lives. There is little that I can do as a teacher to establish the foundation my students will rely on for the rest of their lives. I always have, and I always will, testify of the great importance and influence righteous parent can have on their children. Despite my childless state, I still appreciate lessons about parenting because I want to prepare myself to be a great mother when the opportunity does arrive, and because I work with teen parents and I wish to help them become the best parents they can be.Īs a teacher, I see every day the impact parents have on their children. Those are blessings I have yet to receive. I say this with some degree of saddness because I am neither a wife or a mother. In my opinion, children are one of the greatest blessings a couple can receive.
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![]() There are some memorable scenes that feature Dave. Aside from being good at playing video games, he can create handicrafts from foods. At the same time, Dave is also really careless and, of course, he causes chaos.ĭave is really smart, creative, and talented. He is really kind, charming, and care of others. Yes, he has hair and it is even quite long. He is a medium-sized Minion with two eyes and half-split hair on his head. Sure, he is the most often to accompany Gru his mission in the world. Dave The Minion ĭave is one of the most stand-out Minions mainly in Despicable Me 2. Uniquely, he is polite and well-behaved with other people. Sometimes, his actions cause troubles for Gru and his fellow Minions. He is known for his plan to steal Larry’s banana. He is one of the one-eyed Minions in the movie series. With this medium-sized body, he looks faster and more dexterous compared with others. Darwin ĭarwin’s body is not as tall as Carl but also not as short as Bob. But sure, it makes the entire movies even more funny and interesting. doo”, multiple times so that other Minions just shouted out at him. More than that, he also “sing” along “bee do. Carl even wore red sirens on his head as well as his hand carried a toa. He was the living alarm when his boss, Gru, burned down the phone in the second film. He is more cheerful and easy to get along whether with his fellow Minions or with the human. Compared to Bob, Carl is taller with only one eye. He acts naturally like a child, very cute for sure but sometimes, annoying. In term of behavior, Bob is a trouble-maker and an attention seeker. Uniquely, he is the only Minion who is suffered from Heterochromia or different irises between the left and right eyes. He is one of some Minions that don’t have any hair at all. The Minion even becomes the youngest king.īob’s body is small, a little bit fat, and bald. He even got some fortunes including being chosen as an employee of Scarlet Overkill. However, it doesn’t mean that the chaos he made is just bad. Meanwhile, in Despicable Me 2’s final credit, he was the one who causes chaos. Bob The Minion īob is one of the three main characters in the films, particularly in the Minions prequel. Here are the list of minion names complete with photo and explanation. At least, there are 24 Minions that are named in Despicable Me. One of them is to know the name of each Minions. It is not exaggerating if many viewers just fall in love with it and want to know more about the characters. But something that cannot be denied, all of the Minions are super cute and funny. There are so many conspiracy theories and issues behind the films. However, they have the same purpose giving the best services to the most despicable boss in the world making him happy is the main reason why the creatures exist. The number of this “species” is numerous with little different characteristics. In the films, the narrator said that Minions have been on earth even longer than dinosaurs. Well, it is even if you actually have not watched the movies yet. Minions, everybody must know this cute yellow character in the movie series Despicable Me. “With the high amounts of sugar and caffeine seen in energy drinks, we can see a blood sugar spike – which will temporarily increase energy levels, but then we’ll see a crash a couple of hours after,” says Di Vincenzo. Sugar, or carbohydrates, are essential for our cells to function. I would not recommend caffeinated energy drinks to anyone with heart disease, high blood pressure, insomnia, anxiety, depression or other mental health problems,” adds Morrow. ![]() Depending on how much caffeine (energy drinks) contain – some people have had a dangerous irregular heart rhythm after drinking energy drinks. Those who drink a lot or break it down slowly may have trouble sleeping and may feel anxious. “Everyone breaks down the caffeine in their body at different rates. “Caffeine acts like adrenaline in the body and when it wears off, it can leave you feeling more tired, especially if you drink it without food,” explains Morrow. But for others, it can cause detrimental side effects, especially in the high doses commonly found in energy drinks. “Both can give you short-term energy but in the long run, they will make you feel more tired,” says Morrow.įor some, caffeine can provide increased energy and more focused concentration. They can give you that energy boost, but it comes at a cost. The main sources of that energy boost: sugar and caffeine. ![]() What are some of the common ingredients in energy drinks and what do they do? To find out everything you need to know about energy drinks, we spoke with Kelly Morrow, MS, RDN, FAND, a registered dietitian and clinical affiliate of the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Washington, and Clara Di Vincenzo, RD, LD, a registered dietitian for the Digestive Health Institute at UT Health Austin. If you’ve ever wondered what’s inside those drinks, we’ve got you covered. ![]() We all have those moments where we want an extra “boost” – and sometimes, we reach for an energy drink. The day you try and beat your best mile time. Getting through that mid-morning meeting after the baby kept you up all night. The suggested retail price is $2.49, with a limited-time buy-one-get-one-free introductory price.Watch Video: Energy Drinks Are Linked To Future Use of CocaineĬramming the night before a big test. 7‑Eleven is one of the leading beverage retailers, and by listening to our customers and keeping ahead of the latest trends we continue to lead in energy sales.”Įach 12-ounce can of Quake contains electrolytes, creatine, COQ10 and branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). “As long as that’s the case, energy drink sales will continue to be strong in the U.S. “Americans are still busy and on the run - to work, to the gym or just trying to keep all the balls in the air,” said Cogil. All are sugar-free and contain no artificial flavors. Much of that growth is attributed to the increase in functional or performance energy drinks.Īvailable exclusively at participating 7‑Eleven stores, Quake comes in four flavors: Original, Orange Fusion, Tropical Lemon and Berry Blast. ![]() The energy drink category continues to grow with annual sales of $12 billion, and 75% of that sold in convenience stores, according to industry statistics (IRI). The goal, the company said, is “to create a novel item using only the highest quality ingredients, with unique benefits and flavor combinations that aren’t available anywhere else.” The 7‑Eleven private brand team benchmarks all its new food and beverage creations against the best national brands have to offer. Based on those results we knew we hit the mark with Quake.”ħ‑Eleven said it has steadily been upping the quality and variety of proprietary beverage options across the store from its well-known products sold in cups to the products found in the refrigerator section. Our product tested higher than traditional brands in flavor and overall preference. Our new brand, Quake, was developed based on customer feedback and incorporates the highest quality and right mix of ingredients that make it unique in the energy space. “Customers were telling us they want an energy drink that provides more benefits than the traditional energy drink brands offer today. “Understanding the needs of our customer is critical to the success of our private brands program,” said Tim Cogil, 7‑Eleven senior director of private brands. announced that it’s entering the performance energy drink arena with its own private brand version, called Quake. ![]() Make the best use of Viber when you are at your computer, and download Viber for Desktop now.Viber Statistics: Viber is one of the free messaging and calling mobile apps that has been founded in Tel Aviv Israel in 2010. Setting up and connecting Viber for Desktop is easy – get started now by going to and clicking on Download for Windows or Download for Mac. Now go get Viber for Desktopĭo you want Viber for Desktop? First, make sure have Viber on your phone. You can connect Viber to your home computer, work computer, tablet, and all will sync seamlessly to every Viber chat. There is no limit to how many computers or tablets (including iPads) you connect your Viber to. You can connect Viber to as many computers and tablets as you like You also save data because you don’t need to use your phone to download images, make calls, or send messages. This saves your phone battery because you aren’t relying on Viber on your phone, nor are you using up battery keeping your phone connected to the computer. ![]() In fact, if you forgot your phone at home, and you have Viber for Desktop installed on your computer it will make sure you never miss a chat or call all day long. Whereas some apps need your phone to be on, and have access to the internet, and remain close to your computer to receive calls and messages, Viber doesn’t. When you need to leave your computer, and someone else may use it when you are away, simply lock Viber so that your messages and notifications are hidden from view until you come back and unlock it. To help you keep your chats private, we introduce Viber-screen lock. We know some of you use Viber for Desktop on a shared computer. Viber for Desktop was created as a standalone app, rather than a web application like other messaging apps, because it allows us to ensure tight privacy and security for the messages you send and calls you make from your computer. Just like with Viber on your mobile phone, messages sent to or from Viber for Desktop are end-to-end encrypted by default, which means that only you and the person you are chatting with have the (automatic) keys needed to decrypt and understand the message. To get you started, check out these great hacks. There’s lots more you can do with Viber for Desktop. Make and receive calls, including Viber Out calls, directly from your computer, and if you want to change how you are chatting, you can transfer your call from your phone to your computer (or from your computer to your phone) without interrupting the flow. For example, you are both going over a document, share your screen so that you can be sure you are talking about the same thing. That’s where Viber for Desktop really shines – you have your keyboard, mouse and big screen all there to make this chat easier, and therefore more fun.Ĭalling on a big screen has even more advantages – when you are on a call with someone and you want them to see what is on your screen, share your screen. Sometimes it is just that much easier to use a big screen and proper keyboard to read and type your messages. Once you set up Viber for Desktop, you connect your phone in order to sync all your previous messages and contacts, so that you can carry on chatting from exactly the same place you left off. ![]() It’s always syncedĪll messages that you send and receive on Viber – whether you are on your computer or mobile phone – are continuously synced, so you will never miss a message, or have gaps in your chat. Read our top 5 reasons why you should get Viber for Desktop on your computer right now: 1. Viber for Desktop is just for that – an easy way to keep on chatting and stay connected throughout the day, without having to look away from your computer. We want to be able to do everything we usually do on our phones on our computer, without the need to check our phones every few minutes. In today’s world, even though we are on our phones all the time, many of us spend hours every day on a computer be it at work, school, or home. ![]() Their reputation will be your collateral, and you know the Sythe Staff will take an unbiased look at your report. Like I said before, buy from a trusted seller on Sythe. ![]() They put themselves in a position as mediator between buyer and seller, but account disputes are very difficult to mediate as a third party, especially by their staff who handle disputes across a wide variety of games and do not have the training necessary to handle a Runescape Account Dispute. PA sets up their platform in a way that obfuscates responsibility since they act as a middleman. However, anything like accounts require direct accountability from the seller. PA is fine for really basic transactions like in-game currency. The simple fact that this information is not publicly displayed on their website suggests they have no clear method for a customer to file a claim. I would love to see PA's guidelines on what evidence is necessary to prove an account is recovered and qualifies for "insurance". Furthermore, there is no way to definitively prove anything relating to account recovery. Any original owner can recover a Runescape Account. Also the assurance that any account sold on their site is somehow protected against scams is bullshit. I will be using all the posts in this thread when I make a complaint, the problem is when 1 person complains of fraud nothing is done about it, but when hundreds of people have been affected then they will listen, I will be contacting a friend who is a lawyer and then seeking to press Sythe Mods If you want to close this thread, please explain your reason for it, I do not wish for this thread to be closed and I do not want to post it in the Playerauctions Issues Resolution ThreadĬlick to expand.The insurance is definitely a scam. Please post here if you have been affected, feel free to explain your story. Many people, including myself, purchased an account with insurance, and was told they would help you recover the account and if unable to they will award you the coverage amount, however many if not ALL received neither and are left without an account or the money. I want to discuss about PlayerAuctions "insurance" and if you have been affected. This thread is a discussion on the PlayerAuctions website, this is not a complaint. Have you bought an account on PlayerAuctions with insurance? Recieved no compensation? POST HERE A total of 75 species are now reported for the island. To date our community has documented a total of 59 species of spiders (Order: Araneae) for Galiano Island, confirming 36% of the historical records and adding 49 new species to the list. "Black Widow Spider Facts.The Spiders of Galiano Island, BC Last updated May 2022 "Toxic Spider Species Gets a Bad Rap, Expert Says." National Geographic "An Estimated 400-800 Million Tons of Prey are Annually Killed by the Global Spider Community." The Nature of Science. ![]() "Spiders Eat More Insects than People Eat Meat and Fish." While many people respond with fear at the sight of a spider, understanding that the vast majority of them are harmless and actually beneficial may help us gain a new appreciation for them. For instance, they serve a vital role in the environment by consuming a large number of insects they prey on, including a number of pest species. While they are often demonized and misunderstood, arachnids certainly benefit us in many ways. Nobody in history has ever died from a tarantula bite. If provoked to bite, it would only hurt like bee sting. A docile new world species found in the Ozarks (southern Missouri), it poses no harm to humans. It is brown in color, lives in burrows, and grows to leg spans of 6 inches. There is one species of tarantula found in Missouri, Aphonopelma hentzi. ![]() They can attain sizable leg spans of 4 inches (or more) and are often mistaken for tarantulas. Spiders from the "wolf" family (Lycosidae) received their name because they are frequently seen prowling the ground in search of bugs to eat. As the name implies, they can "jump" (up to 50 times their body length!). They have green pedipalps and a white patterned abdomen that resembles a face. Adult jumping spiders are typically black in color and 1 inch (2.54 cm) in length. Ambush SpidersĬommon species of spiders that ambush their prey include jumping spiders, wolf-spiders, and the Missouri tarantula. The Missouri Tarantula ( Aphonopelma hentzi), also known as Texas Brown, is the only tarantula species inhabiting Missouri. Females with striking yellow, black, and blue coloration are easily spotted resting in the center of their giant web.ĭaring jumping spider ( Phidippus audax). The yellow garden spider is perhaps the largest and most beautiful orb weaver in the state. Crab spiders have a unique ability to change color like an octopus–camouflaging themselves to blend in with flower petals as they await their next meal. Often, they are seen hanging from loose strands of silk on the ceiling-waiting to catch a house fly. Cellar spiders have tiny tan bodies, long hair-like legs, and black-spotted knees. It feeds on flies, crickets, wood louse, and other household pests. While the common house spiders may look scary with a body shape similar to the infamous black widow, its grey coloration, white marbling and banded legs make it easy to distinguish. According to Lund University, "Spiders eat more insects than people eat meat and fish." Without these important biological control agents, pest numbers would increase exponentially.Ĭommon house spiders ( Parasteatoda tepidariorum), cellar spiders ( Pholcus spp.), crab spiders ( Xysticus spp.), and yellow garden spiders ( Argiope aurantia) are frequently seen in gardens or residential areas. A recent study estimated arachnids consume 400-800 million metric tons of prey each year and over 90% of that biomass is invertebrates. Spiders are beneficial because they feed on many common insect pests including aphids, caterpillars, leafhoppers, grasshoppers, mosquitoes, and flies. They sometimes make "web carpet" security systems with vibration alarm "trip wires." Sitting quietly on the silk–their body, covered in sensitive hairs, tells them when a potential meal is walking by. ![]() However, not all spiders build traditional webs, some are opportunistic ambush predators. Orb weavers build elaborate hanging webs with sticky silk. These eyes provide them with great depth perception since they combine multiple layers of vision into one–like 3D glasses. Most have a cluster of 6-8 eyes on the top of their head. They have 8 walking legs with tiny retractable claws on each foot. True spiders are members of the order Araneae. Only two species of spider in Missouri are considered medically significant: the brown recluse and female "black widow." Usually, this only results in temporary redness and itching. The majority of accidental bites occur when spiders in clothing or shoes are squished by the wearer. Spiders are very sensitive to vibration and their first instinct is typically to run and hide when disturbed. ![]() While many people have "Arachnophobia" (an instinctive or learned fear of spiders), the vast majority of arachnids are actually harmless to us. ![]() Dusk to dawn lights are typically found in barns, porches, driveways, sheds, yards, and garages. For this reason, you want to make sure that your dusk to dawn light is not exposed to any other lights, or else it may turn off, thinking it’s daytime when it’s actually night. What is a dusk to dawn outdoor light?Ī dusk to dawn light carries a small photocell light sensor that automatically turns on when ambient light levels are low and turns off when light levels are high. They can help with anything from installation issues to questions about your order. And, of course, if you have any questions, we have lighting experts at your literal call. You’ll find a downloadable instruction manual to take out all the guesswork, plus a downloadable spec sheet with more specific information on dusk to dawn lighting. Need even more information about a product? After you click on each, look under the “Guides & Info” section. Even so, because we stand by our products, we still offer a 5-year warranty on our dusk to dawn outdoor lights, in the rare event something does happen. Since our luminaires have passed all quality tests, they’re certain to work for the 50,000 hours they’re promised to, without any hiccups. Which is a big reason why fixtures end up failing and costing you time and money you don’t have. Why? Because their products haven’t been properly tested. Not many online retailers carry these certifications. All our dusk to dawn outdoor lights, or dusk to dawn barn lights, are certified for quality by third parties, like UL, ETL, and DLC. ![]() When was the last time you updated the software? Updates not only bring new features to a program, but they also make sure it keeps running smoothly. ![]() In this case, your system might be the culprit. Sometimes, there's an OpenShot laggy issue in preview mode even when there are no effects. The background music might also affect, as well. You might have put too many transitions or effects. This can happen when your processor is not powerful enough for the edited video. Preview Issueĭepending on the extent of your editing, you might experience lagging in preview mode. You can check your hardware specs to see if the problem lies on your computer. In general, laptops aren't suited for heavy-duty tasks like video editing, especially with large file sizes. Even if your system meets the minimum requirements, the video files might still be too big. If you're dealing with a large file size, the software and your computer might not be able to handle it. If your system doesn't meet the recommended requirements, it can get laggy. These minimum requirements are achievable, but it further recommends 16 GB of memory if you want smoother running. It also requires a 64-bit operating system and additional 10 GB of hard disk space. OpenShot Video Editor requires 4 GB of memory and a multi-core processor. If your system is not up to par, you'll experience lagging issues. Video editors have pretty heavy hardware requirements so they can work well. Check if any of the possibilities below are familiar to you. Why Is OpenShot Video Editor Laggingįirst, let's explore the most common reasons why your OpenShot video editor is laggy. ![]() Keep on reading to learn why is your OpenShot video editor lagging and how to solve it. If you have OpenShot lagging issues, you may get frustrated trying to pinpoint the cause.īut don't worry we'll help you find the root and fix it. Troubleshooting when problems arise is also up to the users. That means users have to pick the right software and hardware themselves. However, unlike in gaming, there are no computers targeted for video editing needs. It requires PCs or laptops with decent specs if you want to take on this work. Video editing is an intensive task for computers, much like gaming. Is your OpenShot video editor lagging and slow? ![]() Usually, all other Private Division Launcher processes will also end as soon as one is ended.Re-installing the most recent Private Division Launcher: Note: Deleting the above folder forces the Private Division Launcher to re-download all data related to the contents displayed on the Private Division Launcher the next time it is opened. Re-open Steam or Epic and relaunch the game.Click on the Start Menu icon and type in “%AppData%\PD Launcher” (without quotation marks) and delete the contents of the folder Delete contents of “%AppData%\PD Launcher” (appdata\Roaming\PD Launcher).Usually, all other PD Launcher processes will also end as soon as one is ended.If any are present, select it and then select “End Task” Check both the “Apps” and “Background Processes” sections of the Task Manager for any entries containing “PD Launcher”.Click “More Details” if it is displayed in the bottom left of the Task Manager window Press Ctrl+Shift+Esc to open the Task Manager.You might need to use the Task Manager to ensure the Launcher is completely closed.Ensure Steam/Epic and the Private Division Launcher are not running.The game itself will not open until this prompt is accepted. The prompts for these games will appear the first time you select Play on the game’s page in the Private Division Launcher. Keep in mind: Some games on the Private Division Launcher also require a similar prompt to be accepted to function properly with Epic. Click on the icon in the Web Browser section and select a different option to change your default web browser.Type “Default Apps” into the Windows Search field and press enter (on the taskbar where it says Type here to search).Ensure another Web Browser is installed (ex.You can change your default browser this way:.If these connection prompts are not appearing in your default web browser, please try temporarily changing your default web browser to see if this resolves the issue.The Private Division Launcher will be unable to verify which games you own until this connection is allowed. This is an Epic prompt and must be accepted for the Private Division Launcher to work properly. The first time you launch an Epic game that uses the Private Division Launcher, you will need to select "Allow" on a connection request prompt on a page that opens in your default Web browser. Using the Private Division Launcher with Epic: In case you are on Windows and the game won't launch after you press Play on the Private Division Launcher or you are stuck in an infinite loading loop, we have an article you can check out here for tips to fix that: Having Windows up to date can solve many Private Division Launcher issues! Please Note: The Private Division Launcher should only be opened by launching the game from Steam or Epic.īefore you start, please ensure you have installed the latest Windows updates. If you are experiencing issues after the game launches, please see the appropriate troubleshooting for gameplay issues. So, you are having some trouble with Kerbal Space Program 1 or 2 via the Private Division Launcher? We have compiled some helpful troubleshooting tips to get you back in your game. And I admire a talented young actress who isn’t trying to cash in by grabbing huge paychecks to continue to play teenage roles as she enters her 20s – even if it’s frustrating for many of her followers like my daughter. ![]() ![]() In “The Business of Strangers,” which will open toward the end of the year after good notices at the Sundance Film Festival, Julia plays a temp who joins with a middle-aged executive (Stockard Channing) in playing very adult games with a sleazy salesman. So it’s not as if Julia deliberately chose such dark material to follow a huge box-office hit: well before “Last Dance” had even opened, she completed an even less teen-friendly movie. 31, was in fact shot in early 1999, when Stiles was 16 – and has had its release delayed for two years because of a complicated series of factors, including the Columbine school massacre and restrictions placed on the marketing of R-rated movies to teenagers in the wake of congressional hearings. But that isn’t always the case in Hollywood, where an actress often has a couple of other movies in the can before a breakout hit is released – and might have aspirations beyond becoming a teen movie queen. Logic would seem to dictate Xan could expect more of the same from Julia soon. ![]() Stiles, a 19-year-old beginning her sophomore year at Columbia University, became the actress of choice for my daughter and many other 11- to 15-year-olds after starring in “Save the Last Dance,” a PG-13 romance that became a surprise hit last January – opening to a whopping $27.4 million and selling a total of $90 million worth of tickets on a $13 million investment. It’s an intelligent, well-acted and very involving movie – but in no way appropriate for Xan, who turns 13 in January, or her friends. LIKE countless other pre-teens and teens, my daughter Xan is a huge fan of actress Julia Stiles – but sorry, there’s no way she’s going to see her idol’s next movie when it opens at the end of August.”O,” an updated version of Shakespeare’s “Othello” set at a Southern prep school with Mekhi Prifer and Josh Hartnett, carries an R rating due to a brutal rape scene and several explicitly violent murders. |
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