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Hank Leukart
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Hank Leukart

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the moment i get my delorean, i'll travel to 2011 montreal because of mile end kicks

37 days AGOBluesky →

proof that great car ads can actually work: no one buys green cars except for almost every rivian owner

45 days AGOBluesky →

i just realized playing with a baby is just ucb because you just find the game and you’re good to go

46 days AGOBluesky →

the flawless folk-horror-comedy tone of widow's bay is a writing and directorial achievement that previously i would not have thought possible

71 days AGOBluesky →

a tv feature that shows you which actors on screen are dead

77 days AGOBluesky →

discovery: the "i should probably go pick up my dog" line at the end of palm springs is a direct homage to the end of before sunrise, possibly the most romantic movie ever made

  1. Before Sunrise, Before Sunset and Before Midnight trilogy: A warm, intimate set of conversations that makes love and time feel gentle and reassuring.
  2. Moonrise Kingdom: Its storybook charm and earnest young romance create a cozy, whimsical escape.
  3. Lost in Translation: The quiet humor and tender connection in an unfamiliar place feels soothing and human.
  4. Big: It’s a sweet, funny reminder to hold onto childhood wonder even when life gets complicated.
  5. About Time: It wraps everyday moments in gratitude and love, leaving you feeling softer about life.
  6. Dead Poets Society: It’s cathartic and inspiring, celebrating friendship and the spark of meaning in ordinary days.
  7. The Shawshank Redemption: Its steady belief in hope and kindness makes it deeply reassuring no matter how many times you watch.
  8. Back to the Future: Pure adventure and nostalgia with endlessly rewatchable energy and a big-hearted payoff.
  9. Clue: A fast, silly, quoteable mystery that’s comforting because it never takes itself too seriously.
  10. Defending Your Life: Its gentle, existential comedy makes self-reflection feel light and hopeful.
  11. Good Morning Vietnam: Robin Williams’ warmth and wit cut through the heaviness, making it oddly uplifting.
  12. Arrival: It’s emotionally grounding, finding awe, connection, and meaning even through grief.