Posts by Gary Fox89

I’ve been noticing a massive surge in big-budget biographical dramas lately. It feels like every time I turn on the TV or check a festival lineup, there's another prestigious production about a legendary figure from the past. Sometimes they are incredible, but a lot of the time, it feels like studios are just playing it safe by leaning on established names to guarantee an awards season run.

Personally, I find myself getting a bit fatigued by it. Don't get me wrong, I love a good character study, but there’s a fine line between a film that truly explores a person's soul and one that just feels like a polished resume of their life achievements. I miss the days when original screenplays felt like they had a fighting chance against the "great man" narratives that seem to dominate the prestige circuit now.

Do you guys think we're entering an era where original stories are being pushed aside for these heavy-hitting biographical epics, or is there still room for both?

Hey everyone,
I’m pretty new to this forum and also totally new to the whole wedding planning chaos. I’ve read through this entire thread from the very beginning, and while you guys have been super helpful, I still have a few things on my mind...😁

First off, we’re planning to hold the wedding at the Admiral Hotel in Columbus. We're looking at one of their smaller banquet rooms since we're capping the guest list at about 100 people. I was wondering if anyone here has hosted an event there or attended a wedding in that space? What were your impressions?

Also, if you wouldn't mind sending me a private message with contact info for any photographers or florists you’ve used—and maybe even a ballpark idea of what they charged—that would be amazing.

I’ve started talking to the band Twist Off, and I'm curious to know what you all think of them or if you've heard anything about their performance style.

And last, but definitely not least... my dress... 🙂
So, I actually found this really simple, elegant dress online that I absolutely love. I want to get married in something just like it, so I’m planning to have it custom-made. I visited a few different bridal boutiques in Indianapolis, but so far, only The Spot on Main Street said they actually do custom sewing; everywhere else just seems to rent dresses out. At The Spot, getting a simple design like mine made would cost $1167, so if you happen to know of any good seamstresses or boutiques in Indianapolis or Columbus that handle custom work, please let me know!

Thanks in advance, cheers!!