As February rapidly approaches, so, too, does a popular “holiday” that occurs every year on February 2nd: Groundhog Day. As the folklore dictates, Groundhog Day stems from a Christian tradition called Candlemas. Each year, at the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox, churches would distribute candles to help people survive the remaining [] An interesting take (SPOILERS GALORE) on Groundhog day (Ramis, 1993) following this brief explanation of the Shadow: Jung often referred to the dark side as "shadow", and he believed that not only individuals, but also whole nations, communities and groups had shadows that had to be encountered. Harold Ramis' Groundhog Day is a movie that many people watch annually on February 2nd, but this year has a special significance.The 1993 film is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2018 - and it For most of us Groundhog Day is the day we all start wondering when the warm weather will come rolling in. This day, thanks to the movie starring Bill Murray, has gained more and more popularity as time has gone on. Celebrated every February 2nd, this day is a blend of folklore, tradition, and a touch of whimsy. The Shadow is that part of us we fail to see or know, all that we would not want to be, and it is the sum of all those unpleasant parts of our personality that we prefer to keep well hidden, our baser, more primitive side. It is the inferior, dark, undifferentiated side, in conflict with the conscious Ego. At the start of Groundhog Day, Phil Connors is a self-centered and self-serving groundhog who won’t even bother to look at his proverbial shadow (his dark side). It’s only through leaving behind his narcissistic tendencies, striving for daily acts of heroism, and seeking to better himself that he sees the light. Day 1 Groundhog Day! Tries to get back to Pittsburgh, but gets snowed out. Day 2 Gets up and sees no snow on the ground. Weirds out more and more, but holds it together. Makes no real changes from Day 1. Before going to bed, he breaks a pencil to check on the next morning. Day 3 The pencil is whole! Groundhog Day, the movie, deals with a related idea, the “groundhog day loop,” which is the experience of realizing we’re stuck and can’t get out of a pattern of repeated behavior and consequences.” (usually negative) (The Guardian) So, today the subject of our discussion is wide and fuzzy, dark and shady. In the end, Groundhog Day is both; it is routinely examined alongside the greatest spiritually significant cinematic masterpieces, while also placing on the top shelf of great comedies. This rare artistic balance is precisely why we are still talking about the film and Murray’s dark-yet-charming performance almost thirty years later. How the movie Groundhog Day teaches us about our shadow selves and how we can improve to become inspired leaders. We all possess a dark, shadowy side to our personalities. Our DNA, upbringing Will the groundhog see its shadow? With this adorable groundhog shadow art project, you’ll decide! This craft is perfect for celebrating Groundhog Day with a creative twist, and it’s super easy to make. Using simple materials and a dash of imagination, you’ll create a charming groundhog scene that’s as fun to craft as it is to display. Repeaters: The dark side of Groundhog Day Review of B.C. director Carl Bessai’s Repeaters by Star entertainment reporter Bruce DeMara. April 29, 2011. April 29, 2011. 1 min read. 1993 - Columbia Pictures releases the movie, "Groundhog Day," starring Bill Murray.In the years following the release of the movie, crowds numbering as high as 30,000 have visited Gobbler's Knob The Groundhog Day inspirations are obvious in this movie, but it feels fresh with how the time loop mechanic is used as a source of dark humor, cathartic change, and character development. Both Samberg and Milioti bring tons of fun and chemistry to their roles, making Palm Springs one of the most enjoyable in the genre. Groundhog Day is a quirky tradition celebrated every February 2nd. Ever wondered why we rely on a groundhog to predict the weather? Groundhog Day has deep roots in folklore and history, blending ancient customs with modern fun. This day revolves around a groundhog named Punxsutawney Phil, who emerges from his burrow to forecast the coming of May 22, 2021 - Explore David Wilson's board "Groundhogs Day Memes" on Pinterest. See more ideas about groundhog day, groundhog, happy groundhog day. Groundhog Day falls on the second day of the second month of the year. Reader's Digest writes that the United States adopted the holiday in 1887, but its roots go back way farther in time. The tradition is partly inherited from the Pagan celebration of the midpoint between the shortest day of the year, winter solstice, and the spring equinox Dark Shadows bloopers to watch out for: Jeb rants, “And each day, every night, when it gets larger, and larger! And every night, it’s able to reach out a little further, and further!” When Quentin and Sabrina are standing by the mirror, something intrudes into the picture at the lower right corner. Groundhog Day meets Guardians of the Galaxy in Django Wexler’s laugh-out-loud fantasy tale about a young woman who, tired of defending humanity from the Dark Lord, decides to become the Dark Lord herself. Davi has done this all before. She’s tried to be the hero and take down the all-powerful Dark Lord. A hundred times she’s rallied humanity and [] Groundhog Day is a 1993 American fantasy comedy film directed by Harold Ramis from a screenplay by him and Danny Rubin.Starring Bill Murray, Andie MacDowell, and Chris Elliott, it tells the story of a cynical television weatherman covering the annual Groundhog Day event in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, who becomes trapped in a time loop, forcing him to relive February 2 repeatedly.
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