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Tag Archives: Arts
How do Authors Portray Death in Thriller Novels?
An interview from The Creative Penn with a real-life detective reveals how often they get it wrong.
One pervasive way our culture’s intrigue with death is manifested is through crime thriller novels. On TV, at the movies, and in literature, we devour the scenes and experiences of violent and mysterious death. Somehow, consuming death in this way … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
Tagged Arts, Creative Penn, Crime fiction, Culture, Death, Dying Words, Garry Rodgers, Thriller, Thriller Books, Thriller Writers, Ways to Die, Writers Resources, Writing
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“‘Geez, I hope I don’t die.’ I wonder how many times a day we think that?”
George Carlin on death, dying, and dealing with death
The late, legendary comedian discusses death as a reality and as a metaphor in this classic stand-up video. (Due to language, this video may not be appropriate for children under 18.)
Posted in Laughter is Medicine
Tagged Arts, Comedy, Death and Dying, George Carlin, Laughter, Reincarnatin
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A Night for All Souls
The Vancouver event reminds us of the importance of remembrance and memorials
Coinciding with traditional cultural events like Day of the Dead, the 7th annual A Night for All Souls at Vancouver’s Mountain View Cemetery brings together artists and community to create a family-oriented event for remembrance and reflection. The event allows … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
Tagged A Night for All Souls, Arts, Death, Events, Memorial, Mountain View Cemetery, Vancouver
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Life and Death Matters Festival Kicks Off Tomorrow
Annual "more-than-film festival" brings together art and education to examine the journeys of life and death.
The first-annual Life and Death Matters Festival begins tomorrow at the Nomad Theatre in Boulder, Colorado, and runs through Sunday, September 4th. The festival, which was conceived last fall as a platform for filmmakers who addressed the journeys of life … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
Tagged Arts, Colorado, End-of-life Art, End-of-life hapennings, Erin Kelly, Events, Festival, Filmmaking, Karen van Vuuren, Life and Death, Transition
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