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TOP GUN: MAVERICK MOVIE REVIEW

Top Gun: Maverick is a 2022 American action-drama film directed by Joseph Kosinski and written by Ehren Kruger, Eric Warren Singer, and Christopher McQuarrie based on Peter Craig and Justin Marks’ writings. This film is constructed by Paramount Pictures. This film is also the sequel to the 1986 film Top Gun. They keep the original cast from the previous film: Tom Cruise, Van Kilmer, and Jennifer Connelly. While the new cast consists of Miles Teller, Jon Hamm, Glen Powell, Lewis Pullman, and Ed Harris. This sequel is where Maverick, Tom Cruise confronts his past while preparing a squad of younger Top Gun graduates for a risky mission, including the son of his murdered closest comrade. It received several honors, including the Satellite Stunt Performance Award, the People's Choice Award for Favorite Action Movie, and others. United States Navy Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell is still a test pilot after graduating from Top Gun more than 30 years ago. Iceman rescues Maverick’s caree...

BOOK REVIEW : DOES MY HEAD LOOK BIG IN THIS?

"Does My Head Look Big in This?" is a young adult novel written by Randa Abdel-Fattah and published in 2005. The story follows sixteen-year-old Amal, an Australian-Palestinian-Muslim girl, as she navigates through her life while wearing a hijab full-time. The novel addresses issues such as racism, discrimination, identity, and self-confidence. It highlights the challenges that Amal faces as a Muslim girl living in Australia, where she is often subjected to stereotyping, Islamophobia, and microaggressions. Amal struggles with fitting in, making friends, and maintaining her religious beliefs and cultural identity making her a relatable and endearing character. The book also explores Amal's relationships with her family and friends, which are complex and realistic. The novel portrays the different attitudes towards Islam and the hijab within Amal's community and how these attitudes impact her life.  Abdel-Fattah's writing is engaging, humorous, and thought-provoking....

MUSIC REVIEW : LILY BY ALAN WALKER, K-391, AND EMELIE HOLLOW

"Lily" is a 2018 single by Norwegian DJ and music producer, Alan Walker. The song features the vocals of K-391 and Emelie Hollow. Musically, "Lily" is a catchy and upbeat track with a song electronic beat and a memorable melody. The song starts with a simple piano melody and builds up gradually to an explosive chorus, where Hollow's powerful vocals take center stage. Lyrically, "Lily" is a song about loss and hope. It tells the story of a person who has lost someone close to them, but who finds solace and comfort in the memories of that person. The lyrics are poignant and emotive, and Hollow's passionate and sincere delivery. Overall, "Lily" is a well-crafted and moving track that showcases Alan Walker's production skills and K-391 and Emelie Hollow's vocal talents. The song has a positive message and will resonate with anyone who has experienced loss or is looking for hope in difficult times.