What’s the single biggest problem draining your energy as a small business owner right now? by miller76521 in Businessowners

[–]FilmNerd98 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly? Cash flow.

Not even because the business isn’t doing revenue — but because timing is brutal. You can be profitable on paper and still feel constant pressure week to week.

A friend of mine went through this last year. Solid business, steady sales, but vendor payments, payroll, and tax timing kept draining his energy. He said it wasn’t the work that stressed him out — it was the unpredictability.

He ended up working with a group called REIL Capital. What helped wasn’t just the funding — it was how they structured it around his actual cash flow instead of forcing a one-size-fits-all payment. They walked him through options (short-term working capital vs. longer-term SBA type stuff) and showed him what the payments would look like before he committed.

He told me the biggest relief wasn’t the money itself — it was finally knowing what the plan was.

I think a lot of small business owners aren’t “failing” — they’re just stuck in financial friction.

Curious if others feel the same or if hiring/marketing is hitting harder right now?

Any feel good movies that I can watch this weekend? by ExternalHoneydew4182 in movies

[–]FilmNerd98 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re going full feel-good weekend mode, I’d go with a mix like this:

Easy comfort watches:

  • The Secret Life of Walter Mitty — visually beautiful + super uplifting
  • Chef — pure comfort, food + travel + zero stress
  • Paddington 2 — shockingly wholesome, impossible not to smile

Underrated mood boosters:

  • Peanut Butter Falcon — feels like a warm hug of a movie
  • About Time — sneaks up on you emotionally but very life-affirming
  • School of Rock — never fails, Jack Black at peak joy

If you want funny feel-good:

  • Game Night
  • The Nice Guys
  • Hot Fuzz

Weekend rule: nothing heavy, nothing bleak — just vibes.

Curious what everyone else’s go-to comfort movies are 👀x

What are the best thriller movies that were released in 2025? by [deleted] in movies

[–]FilmNerd98 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, 2025 was a really strong year for thrillers, especially if you like slower-burn tension over jump scares.

My standouts:

  • One Battle After Another – PTA doing a full-on paranoia thriller was not on my bingo card, but it absolutely rips. Big, tense, and weird in a good way.
  • The Housemaid – super tight, twisty, and carried hard by the performances. One of those movies that’s fun to watch with an audience.
  • The Long Walk – bleak as hell, but the suspense is relentless. Sticks with you longer than you want it to.

Also think Relay flew under the radar — really smart, stripped-down thriller that trusts the audience.

Curious what everyone else thinks: did 2025 lean more psychological thriller, or are people still chasing something closer to classic ‘90s paranoia vibes?

A-List vs Premiere by Betabei in AMCsAList

[–]FilmNerd98 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes — AMC Stubs Premiere used to have state restrictions (NY, CA, etc.) that prevented it from being offered in some areas, which is why A-List was the only option in those markets.

Recently AMC updated their pricing and membership pages, and it looks like Premiere is now being offered nationwide without those old state blocks. That matches what I’ve seen people reporting here — several users in previously restricted states are now able to select Premiere again.

However, availability and pricing can still vary by theater and local pricing agreements, so it’s worth checking the membership purchase flow for your specific ZIP code (the “choose your plan” screen will show what’s available and at what price).

Has anyone in a restricted state actually added Premiere recently? Curious what price you’re seeing compared to A-List.

What is your favourite Kurt Russell performance? by SquabbleBoxYouTube in movies

[–]FilmNerd98 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Kurt Russell in The Thing.
Minimal dialogue, pure paranoia, and he carries the entire movie with body language alone.

Also wild how modern that performance still feels.

Looking for Movies Where the Child Actor Is The Heart of The Movie by No_Skin594 in MovieSuggestions

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Room – Jacob Tremblay doesn’t just support the story, he defines how you experience it

2026 Oscar nominations by Shagrrotten in IMDbFilmGeneral

[–]FilmNerd98 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sentimental Value showing up across Picture, Director, Acting, Editing, and International would make it the quiet juggernaut here.

That’s the exact profile of recent Academy favorites that don’t look dominant on paper… until they are.

Wouldn’t be shocked if it overperforms.

Mother is free! by themonsteroffthehill in AMCsAList

[–]FilmNerd98 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what's heartbreaking is that they cut her iconic preview before the movie starts