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The Great Gatsby (1925) Revisited: Why Fitzgerald’s Novel of the American Dream Still Resonates Today

   The Great Gatsby (1925) Revisited: Why Fitzgerald’s Novel of the American Dream Still Resonates Today The Great Gatsby,  written by F. Scott Fitzgerald and published in 1925, is a timeless classic that captures the essence of the Roaring Twenties, an era of glamour, excess, and moral decay. Set in the fictional towns of West Egg and East Egg on Long Island, the novel explores themes of wealth, love, and the elusive American Dream through the eyes of Nick Carraway, the story’s narrator. At its heart is Jay Gatsby, a mysterious millionaire whose lavish parties and obsessive love for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan reveal the emptiness and disillusionment lurking beneath the glittering surface of the Jazz Age. With its rich symbolism, vivid characters, and poignant critique of society,  The Great Gatsby   remains a profound reflection on ambition, identity, and the cost of chasing dreams. However, Its inclusion among the  10 Most Influential Novels in Eng...

10 Religious Horror Movies That Will Challenge Your Faith

A chilling scene from The Nun (2018), one of the scariest religious horror movies that explore the dark forces lurking within sacred walls   10 Religious Horror Movies That Will Challenge Your Faith Religious horror movies have a unique way of blending faith, fear, and the supernatural, often questioning the boundaries between good and evil.  Whether inspired by biblical texts, exorcisms, or religious folklore, these films leave audiences contemplating their beliefs while delivering spine-chilling scares. If you're looking for horror films that intertwine religion with terror, here are ten that will test your faith. 1. The Exorcist (1973) Considered one of the most terrifying films of all time,  The Exorcist   follows the harrowing possession of a young girl and the desperate attempts of two priests to save her soul. Based on true events, the film’s intense religious themes and shocking imagery continue to disturb audiences even decades later. 2. The Omen (1976) This...