As we approach the upper third of this list, we're coming across movies that have huge reputations and armfuls of awards. 'Boys Don't Cry' definitely fits that bill. Released in 1999, it's ostensibly an independent film but has a blockbuster profile, ultimately being picked up by Fox and distributed to all major cinemas.
'Boys Don't Cry,' as so many gay-themed films are, is based on true events. Hilary Swank is riveting as Brandon Teena, who ultimately pays for the search for her real gender identity with her own life after the men in her life refuse to accept her for who she is. The sad and beautiful movie tackles the tragedy of Teena's life head on, linking the personal tragedy with broader themes of empowerment, freedom and the right to live without judgment. Swank went on to collect the 'Best Actress' Oscar for her performance.
Over the years, weve seen so many food trends come and go, such as ramen burgers, matcha, and spiked ice-cream. Nowadays, were seeing another trend making waves in the food industry. How many times today have you seen an Instagram photo of a scoop of black ice cream, or a cup of black yogurt, or hamburgers with black buns? Indeed, the charcoal trend has taken the world by storm.
So, what gives your latte that deep black shade? Activated charcoal, or coconut ash, is produced by heating coconut shells to insanely high temperatures until theyre burnt to a crisp. The ashes are then increased in size by steaming at high temperatures. Through this process, the ashes become a strong detoxifier, mostly because they become extra absorbent. This product may be purchased in pill form, and promises to alleviate hangovers, minimize the effects of food poisoning, and fight the visible signs of aging.
Activated charcoal is said to boost ones energy as a result of decreasing toxins in the body. However, no evidence proves that detoxifying can lead to increased energy. Also, while it can help cure a hangover, it doesnt necessarily remove alcohol from your blood. It is also said to aid in debloating your stomach because it cleanses your colon but again, this all anecdotal and isnt supported by scientific evidence as of yet. All we can say for sure is that it is a proven detoxifier.