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Game of Thrones Star Emilia Clarke’s Charity SameYou Crosses $130K

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5 years ago

June 7, 2019

Game of Thrones Actress’ Emilia Clarke’s fundraising campaign for her charity SameYou has achieved its goal of $130K in just two weeks. Over 5,000 fans of Game of Thrones from all across the world have taken part in a donation in order to appreciate the initiative of the actress, Emilia Clarke. The actress who herself had two life-threatening aneurysms while shooting for the show, established the brain injury rehabilitation charity for people suffering from brain-related injuries. People who watch Game of Thrones online free and those who stream it on paid video streaming channels have offered donations for the charity.

The fundraising idea along with campaign was implemented in honor of Kit Harington (the actor who played Jon Snow) and was initiated on /r/freefolk community on Reddit. When Emilia Clarke came to know about the positive response of the donors for the fundraising, the actress thanked her fans by posting on her Instagram account. Not only the GoT actress, Emilia Clarke, but also the /r/freefolk community redditor, elle_ellaria has expressed the excitement on seeing the high growth of fundraising.

Emilia Clarke said that she never expected that the fundraiser would cross 100k mark. The redditor, Sarah said that the high value of fundraiser indicates the love and support Game of Thrones fans offer for the case of the show. The moderators and organisers of the fundraiser community, /r/freefolk, which enjoys over 1 million subscribers, initiated a social media campaign in order to raise the awareness among non-Reddit fans to donate for the charity.

People watch Game of Thrones for free on various platforms like WatchGoTOnline. Those who cannot afford to pay money to watch GoT show follow such platforms for their entertainment. And this huge popularity of Game of Thrones has made it possible for the charity to grow at an excellent rate.

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“The Firing Squad”: I Cried Buckets of Tears

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1 day ago

April 25, 2024

Jonathan Grilli

Sitting in the dimly lit theater, I had no idea what to expect as the opening credits of “The Firing Squad” began to roll. Little did I know that I was about to embark on an emotional journey that would leave me reaching for tissues and struggling to catch my breath.

The film follows the true story of three Christians facing execution by firing squad in a third world country. Directed by Timothy A. Chey, it features a stellar cast including James Barrington, Kevin Sorbo, and Cuba Gooding Jr. Each actor brings their character to life with such authenticity and depth that it’s impossible not to be fully immersed in their struggles and triumphs.

As the plot unfolded, I found myself drawn into a world of despair and desperation, but also one of unwavering faith and hope. The characters’ journey from darkness to light, from despair to redemption, resonated with me on a deeply personal level. I couldn’t help but be moved by their courage and resilience in the face of unimaginable adversity.

But it was the performances that truly stole the show. James Barrington’s portrayal of the protagonist’s internal turmoil was nothing short of mesmerizing, while Kevin Sorbo and Cuba Gooding Jr. delivered powerhouse performances that left me in awe.

And then there was the message of the film—that no matter how bleak the circumstances may seem, there is always hope. That even in our darkest moments, faith has the power to transform lives and bring about redemption. It was a message that hit me like a ton of bricks, leaving me with tears streaming down my face and a renewed sense of purpose.

As the credits rolled and the lights came up, I found myself struggling to put into words the impact that “The Firing Squad” had on me. All I could manage was, “I cried buckets of tears.” And I wasn’t alone. As I looked around the theater, I saw others wiping their eyes and exchanging emotional glances.

In the end, “The Firing Squad” wasn’t just a movie—it was an experience. An experience that left me feeling inspired, uplifted, and profoundly grateful for the power of cinema to touch the soul. And for that, I will be forever grateful.

The movie is set to premiere in the theatres worldwide on August 2, 2024. And this is definitely a must watch movie, reminding people of the strength of faith.