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This is the 50th episode of Rumikay Talks! To honor that and to celebrate, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska share with you their favorite 50 best films of all time. 

From comedies, musicals, and dramas to horror, art house, and international cinema, we've compiled a diverse list of films worth watching by every filmmaker or film lover.

Selected Show Notes:

1. FORREST GUMP by Robert Zemeckis
2. BIG by Penny Marshall
3. 2001: SPACE ODYSSEY by Stanley Kubrick
4. BACK TO THE FUTURE by Robert Zemeckis
5. STALKER by Andrei Tarkovsky 
6. WAR AND PEACE by Sergey Bondarchuk
7. THE MATRIX by The Wachowskis
8. ARRIVAL by Denis Villeneuve
9. INTERSTELLAR by Christopher Nolan 
10. SCHINDLER’S LIST by Stephen Spielberg 
11. YOUTH by Paolo Sorrentino
12. SCENT OF A WOMAN by Martin Brest
13. THE DEPARTED by Martin Scorsese 
14. SLEEPLESS IN SEATTLE by Nora Ephron
15. RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK by Stephen Spielberg
16. CITIZEN KANE by Orson Welles
17. TERMINATOR 2: JUDGMENT DAY by James Cameron
18. CINEMA PARADISO by Giuseppe Tornatore
19. THE SHINING by Stanley Kubrick 
20. ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST by Miloš Forman
21. AMADEUS by Miloš Forman
22. THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS by Jonathan Demme
23. SPIDER-MAN 2 by Sam Raimi
24. THE TRUMAN SHOW by Peter Weir
25. THE SHAPE OF WATER by Guillermo del Toro....

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Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Rumena's Obsessions:
Butterfly Pajamas

Konstantin's Obsession:
Body Fat Measuring

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In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii interviews award-winning actress, writer, and singer Amy Walker. They talk about Amy's upcoming feature film, her Vanity Fair appearance as an accent expert, and her viral 21 Accents video on YouTube.

Amy Walker discusses her experience of collaborating with musician Jack White on Discourse on Accents, available on iTunes, and her Inside Out  international tour.

She shares her insight on dealing with failures, learning new accents, and navigating the entertainment industry.

Selected Show Notes:

TEDx Phoenixville
21 Accents Video
Vanity Fair Accent Expert
Sound of Music
Inside Out Tour
Amy Walker & Jack White
Polyglot Ballet featuring Amy Walker
Chevalier
The Great Race

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

Amy's Obsessions:
Profit Sharing
Jason Isaacs
Idris Elba

Neon Chalk Markers Versa Chalk (Konstantin's Obsession)

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In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii interviews John Henry Richardson.
In this conversation, John talks about his experiences as an actor on renowned shows, meeting Marlon Brando, and his Jimmy Kimmel Live experience.

John Henry Richardson has appeared in over 400 films, TV shows, plays, and commercials. He co-stars as a series regular in "Mom, Don't Do That!" on Netflix and "A Grunt's Life" for VET-TV. John appeared on the Jimmy Kimmel Show along with Julia Roberts and George Clooney. 

He gives us a closer look at what it's like playing a series regular, meeting Julia Roberts, and teaching his craft abroad.

Selected Show Notes:

Mom Don't Do That! (Netflix)
Marlon Brando
Ron Howard
Andy Griffith Show
Jimmy Kimmel Live Appearance

Links to the Obsession of the Week Picks:

John's 20 Years of Films Library (John's Obsession)
Annie Chun's Miso Soup Noodle Bowl (Konstantin's Obsession)

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Taking on a challenge can be an intimidating but at the same time rewarding experience! It can help you get closer to your goals, build confidence, and become part of a community.

So whether it's a competition, race, or a personal challenge, in this episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska encourage you to rise to it!

Links to the Obsession of the Week:

Cinema Paradiso (Rumena's Obsession)
Burbank Public Library (Konstantin's Obsession)

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Sometimes life forces you to reflect. Perhaps you get sick suddenly or suffer burnout. This is the time to pause, rest, and reflect! 

In this episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska discuss the importance of reflection and share tips on how you can reset yourself after a difficult period.

Links to the Obsession of the Week:

Alter Eco Chocolate (Rumena's Obsession)
Klara and the Sun book (Konstantin's Obsession)

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Earth Day is a wonderful day to celebrate and cherish our planet! This is the day when you should make conscious environmentally friendly decisions. Perhaps taking a walk to work instead of driving? 
 
In honor of Earth day, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska share the best films you can watch that will inspire you to love our planet.

Links to the Obsession of the Week:

Succession (Rumena's Obsession)
Google Tasks (Konstantin's Obsession)

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Movie theaters are magical places that transport us into the world of cinema. Los Angeles, as the center of the film industry, has lots of them! From historic ones to modern ones, there are so many theaters for your movie-viewing experience.

In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska discuss some of their favorite movie theaters in LA and the reasons why they like them.

Links to the Obsession of the Week:

Beef TV Show (Rumena's Obsession)
DJI Ronin 4D (Konstantin's Obsession)

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Do you feel like you have less time?  With so many distractions around us, it feels like time is slipping from our hands, preventing us from creating.

In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska discuss ways you can create more time for yourself and become better at managing it. 

Links to the Obsession of the Week:

The Last of Us TV show (Rumena's Obsession)
Matcha Late (Konstantin's Obsession)

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Where to start? Whenever you feel stuck and ask yourself this question, remember that you can always start fresh.

In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska share tips on resetting your physical and mental state so that you can start working on your goals. 

Links to the Obsession of the Week:

Cirque du Soleil (Corteo) (Rumena's Obsession)
Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity (Konstantin's Obsession)

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What were the things you loved doing as a child? What brought you joy?

In today’s episode, Konstantin Starodetskii and Rumena Dinevska discuss tips on how to generate childhood energy back into your life for a more positive and truthful self!

Links to the Obsession of the Week:

Gluten-Free Crepes (Rumena's Obsession)
Formula 1 Drive to Survive (Konstantin's Obsession)

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