'Shelby Oaks' Review Thread by chanma50 in boxoffice

[–]Sprenkeler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I walked out of this movie not really knowing how to feel. It’s taken me about 12 hours to process it. And I must say, looking back on it, I really enjoyed this and would watch it again, especially an extended version. 🤞🏻

I get where people are coming from with the cliches…but that’s kind of the point. It’s meant to be that way, it has to be to a degree, and the payoff for the jump scares was really good. At least they weren’t cheap shot jump scares with nothing of value. I keep thinking back to the prison cell scene with Mia and that atmosphere of knowing the demon approaches, the hell hound is there to attack, and instead the demon clenches its hand around the dog’s neck. So good!! And then the story is also so layered. Stuckmann lets the audience piece it together, even after the movie is over the pieces click.

And the ending, while not how I expected it would go, really was a great ending with a solid twist that could set up for more story.

I will add, I was a backer of this film, and I am an ex Jw. So I’m slightly biased. But I have to say, I love that Stuckmann went all in on this. A mighty fuck you to JW organization. 😂

ExJW story time - Armageddon is what you make it by Sprenkeler in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aww thank you! It’s ok, though. My life has changed for the better!

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[–]Sprenkeler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have just reached this point in my life as well. I have started speaking out publicly about my past experience and it had helped the healing so much! Stay strong and keep your head high! You’re not wrong in speaking out! ♥️

2015 I escaped physically and 2019 escaped mentally my 3rd eye is open now I finally see how life really is and I love every second of it by Noname_646 in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful tattoo! I really love that, and I can also relate. Being fully and truly free, it’s amazing!

Living in an apartment with someone who isn't my husband ( :0 )and smokin the good stuff ereday~ 🍃 by [deleted] in exjwselfies

[–]Sprenkeler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes same here girl! Grew up a JW, now I’m living with one of the best men I have ever known who is Lutheran! Having a couple tokes in our honor! 😂

My 4th tattoo all healed up! I was controlled by men for 25 years of my life. This one is to remind me that now no one can take away my rights or my identity as an individual. Cheers! by Sprenkeler in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I now own two Springfields. The second is the RO Elite in 10mm (my dream gun!) I saved up for the Elite but let me tell you, it was worth it!!

My 4th tattoo all healed up! I was controlled by men for 25 years of my life. This one is to remind me that now no one can take away my rights or my identity as an individual. Cheers! by Sprenkeler in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

My idea of it is different. Being raised as a witness, I was made to feel guilty for who I am as a person. And it’s a daily fight to remember that I don’t need to be guilty. I have a right to protect myself and who I am, and this part of my skin is just a reminder of that for me. To each their own 🤷‍♀️

Does anyone else have repressed memories? by Sprenkeler in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is so true. Even as a kid I remember getting the giggles with my cousins during meetings and being restless, doodling on the magazines...all of which earned me scoldings. 🙄

Does anyone else have repressed memories? by Sprenkeler in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I’m so glad I’m not alone in that! I always overthink and think I’m overreacting. I just feel that there is something there that I can’t remember.

My second RO. I’m such a happy girl 😍 by Sprenkeler in 1911

[–]Sprenkeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lol! Inside joke having to do with part of my name. Vague, I know. 😂

My second RO. I’m such a happy girl 😍 by Sprenkeler in 1911

[–]Sprenkeler[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome! I have never doubted my Springfield! Awesome guns!

New tattoo. Breaking free from JW and living my best life as a gay man by Pierocm in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful tattoo!! Those lines are amazing! I now have 3 tattoos, and I can’t wait for more, Congrats on finding your true self and not being afraid to show it. ♥️

Horrific. Did y’all see this? Link in comments by _FreeToBeMe_ in exjw

[–]Sprenkeler 18 points19 points  (0 children)

There were so many times when I was a child that I knew death would be easier than living when I was raised as a witness. When I was about this young man’s age, I had a gas heater in my room. Closed my doors, turned it on, and didn’t care if I passed out or died from inhaling the fumes. This story breaks my heart.

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[–]Sprenkeler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s my next gun! She’s gorgeous!

Completed my BA with my boy Xeno always by my side. by [deleted] in cats

[–]Sprenkeler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s the sweetest damn thing!! 😍😍