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Irish Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
'I watched 13 Going On 30 after turning 30 and here's what they don't tell you'
Dirty Thirty. Thirty, Flirty, and Thriving. The Big Three O. No matter which out-of-touch, millennial pop culture term you use, the fact remains, you're in the third decade of your life. Statistically, you probably have another four to go. Yay. The shift from being a twenty-something that loves partying till 4am to becoming the girl who wants to spend her entire weekend in bed watching a family drama called Parenthood was swift. All of a sudden my usual vices weren't as appealing as they used to be. More importantly, I secretly loved that. The weekend after I turned thirty, while indulging in said Netflix and chill; the boring, in-the-same-pyjamas-since-the-last-three-days kind, not the steamy kind - I happened to serendipitously chance upon 13 Going On 30. As a staunch believer of fate, chosen destiny, and all that other witchy voodoo – I knew I had to spend my next hour and 38 minutes watching Jennifer Garner go full ham on my TV screen. And it was an hour and 38 minutes I did not regret. So now, like any self-respecting journalist at a major news publication, I'm going to present you with 13 thoughts I had while watching 13 Going on 30 after turning 30 (side quest : say it as a tongue-twister 13 times). 1. Whether you're 13 or 30 - friendships will always be relevant Like Jenna Rink retrospectively realised - choosing who to surround yourself with when you're a teen is supremely important, and it becomes even more glaringly obvious why when you're 30. My closest friends to date have all been in my life since I was a reckless teenager, and some from even before then. These are the bonds that have survived the test of time, that have embraced me during gut-wrenching, crush-my-soul heartbreaks and been on the phone to me while I dealt with life-shattering disappointments. These are the people that at 30 - when all of a sudden, you become painfully aware of life - have held my hand from one panic attack inducing thought to the next. These are my people. 2. The movie has a banging soundtrack - and so should your life 3. Love is always going to be the thing that's worth fighting for Because I didn't suddenly wake up in the body of my 30-year-old self with a built-in, famous, athlete boyfriend. No. I had to get through each painstaking, obstacle-wrought year with my long-distance boyfriend for eight years while he - worked at sea with only 50MB of data in a day, studied on another continent, existed in another time zone, traversed across a different hemisphere. Now while we didn't have to resort to turning back time via magic fairy dust, we certainly had our fair share of ludicrous ups and downs. But like Jenna, we didn't give up and fought for our love. The result? The law is now officially involved in our relationship. 4. A good ol' slumber party with your girls (or boys) can fix anything, so make time for them! But more generally - make time for your friends. Your older self will thank you. 5. You can't turn back time, no matter how hard you try So, as much of a Hallmark-card cliché this may be - live in the now. Do that thing you're putting off, follow that passion you left behind when you were 12, travel solo to that remote island, make that career-pivot you're too scared to make, and tell that human you love them. 6. Sometimes, you just have to hide in a closet (or room, or bathroom) and have a good cry It doesn't make you weak. It won't break your resolve. And most importantly - your skin will glow for a hot sec when you're done. 7. Thank god I left bitchy, back-stabbing, two-faced friends like Tom-Tom behind in high school 8. 'We made choices', said Matty. And those three words hit me like a ton of bricks Because it's true - our whole lives are a sum total of our choices; good, bad, ugly. It helps absolutely no one if you sit and regret the choices you made. But you know who it helps if those choices are owned, studied, and learnt from? You. 9. Sexy, brooding, Mark Ruffalo-artistic-types will always be my weak spot I don't make the rules. 10. 'You don't always get the dream house, but you get awfully close' Having recently moved to London, sitting in my sweet little apartment overlooking the river with the love of my life as we blast retro music and cook a Full English on a Saturday, I'd say Matty Flamhaff was exactly right. 11. Jumping off a swing at the age of 30 is definitely going to hurt Must try it anyway. Something about making this my fearless decade. This is obviously a metaphor. 12. When Jenna Rink said, 'I think all of us want to feel something that we've forgotten or turned our backs on, because maybe we didn't realise how much we were leaving behind', she was talking about her chance at love with Matty. But for me, watching this scene at the ripe (see how I avoided the old) age of 30 - all it reminded me of was home The ever-supportive family I left behind in pursuit of my dreams almost a decade ago when I moved out. The mundane weekdays I've missed. The celebrations and milestones I've been absent from. All the ways in which I haven't been able to be there for them, by virtue of not being around physically. All of the familial responsibilities that have fallen on the innocent shoulders on my little brother. There's no point to this rumination - this is life. This is adulthood. And sometimes, it is what it is. 13. Occasionally, all you need to do is break out into rehearsed choreography on a certified banger. *Cue Single Ladies* There's a quiet sense of triumph in watching 13 Going on 30, after turning 30. For me - it lay in the realisation that my life was nowhere near as chaotic as grown-up Jenna Rink's. It lay in the fact that I have a solid set of friends that genuinely have my back - who celebrate my victories as theirs and my failures as "it just hasn't happened for you yet ". It lay in the fact that I was not stupid enough to let my Matty go when I first found him nine years ago. And it most definitely lay in the reality that I did make it home last Christmas.
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
'I watched 13 Going On 30 after turning 30 and here's what they don't tell you'
Dirty Thirty. Thirty, Flirty, and Thriving. The Big Three O. No matter which out-of-touch, millennial pop culture term you use, the fact remains, you're in the third decade of your life. Statistically, you probably have another four to go. Yay. The shift from being a twenty-something that loves partying till 4am to becoming the girl who wants to spend her entire weekend in bed watching a family drama called Parenthood was swift. All of a sudden my usual vices weren't as appealing as they used to be. More importantly, I secretly loved that. The weekend after I turned thirty, while indulging in said Netflix and chill; the boring, in-the-same-pyjamas-since-the-last-three-days kind, not the steamy kind — I happened to serendipitously chance upon 13 Going On 30. As a staunch believer of fate, chosen destiny, and all that other witchy voodoo – I knew I had to spend my next hour and 38 minutes watching Jennifer Garner go full ham on my TV screen. And it was an hour and 38 minutes I did not regret. So now, like any self-respecting journalist at a major news publication, I'm going to present you with 13 thoughts I had while watching 13 Going on 30 after turning 30 (side quest: say it as a tongue-twister 13 times). 1. Whether you're 13 or 30 — friendships will always be relevant Like Jenna Rink retrospectively realised — choosing who to surround yourself with when you're a teen is supremely important, and it becomes even more glaringly obvious why when you're 30. My closest friends to date have all been in my life since I was a reckless teenager, and some from even before then. These are the bonds that have survived the test of time, that have embraced me during gut-wrenching, crush-my-soul heartbreaks and been on the phone to me while I dealt with life-shattering disappointments. These are the people that at 30 — when all of a sudden, you become painfully aware of life — have held my hand from one panic attack inducing thought to the next. These are my people. 2. The movie has a banging soundtrack — and so should your life 3. Love is always going to be the thing that's worth fighting for Because I didn't suddenly wake up in the body of my 30-year-old self with a built-in, famous, athlete boyfriend. No. I had to get through each painstaking, obstacle-wrought year with my long-distance boyfriend for eight years while he — worked at sea with only 50MB of data in a day, studied on another continent, existed in another time zone, traversed across a different hemisphere. Now while we didn't have to resort to turning back time via magic fairy dust, we certainly had our fair share of ludicrous ups and downs. But like Jenna, we didn't give up and fought for our love. The result? The law is now officially involved in our relationship. 4. A good ol' slumber party with your girls (or boys) can fix anything, so make time for them! But more generally — make time for your friends. Your older self will thank you. 5. You can't turn back time, no matter how hard you try So, as much of a Hallmark-card cliché this may be — live in the now. Do that thing you're putting off, follow that passion you left behind when you were 12, travel solo to that remote island, make that career-pivot you're too scared to make, and tell that human you love them. 6. Sometimes, you just have to hide in a closet (or room, or bathroom) and have a good cry It doesn't make you weak. It won't break your resolve. And most importantly — your skin will glow for a hot sec when you're done. 7. Thank god I left bitchy, back-stabbing, two-faced friends like Tom-Tom behind in high school 8. 'We made choices', said Matty. And those three words hit me like a ton of bricks Because it's true — our whole lives are a sum total of our choices; good, bad, ugly. It helps absolutely no one if you sit and regret the choices you made. But you know who it helps if those choices are owned, studied, and learnt from? You. 9. Sexy, brooding, Mark Ruffalo-artistic-types will always be my weak spot I don't make the rules. 10. 'You don't always get the dream house, but you get awfully close' Having recently moved to London, sitting in my sweet little apartment overlooking the river with the love of my life as we blast retro music and cook a Full English on a Saturday, I'd say Matty Flamhaff was exactly right. 11. Jumping off a swing at the age of 30 is definitely going to hurt Must try it anyway. Something about making this my fearless decade. This is obviously a metaphor. 12. When Jenna Rink said, 'I think all of us want to feel something that we've forgotten or turned our backs on, because maybe we didn't realise how much we were leaving behind', she was talking about her chance at love with Matty. But for me, watching this scene at the ripe (see how I avoided the old) age of 30 — all it reminded me of was home The ever-supportive family I left behind in pursuit of my dreams almost a decade ago when I moved out. The mundane weekdays I've missed. The celebrations and milestones I've been absent from. All the ways in which I haven't been able to be there for them, by virtue of not being around physically. All of the familial responsibilities that have fallen on the innocent shoulders on my little brother. There's no point to this rumination — this is life. This is adulthood. And sometimes, it is what it is. 13. Occasionally, all you need to do is break out into rehearsed choreography on a certified banger. *Cue Single Ladies* There's a quiet sense of triumph in watching 13 Going on 30, after turning 30. For me — it lay in the realisation that my life was nowhere near as chaotic as grown-up Jenna Rink's. It lay in the fact that I have a solid set of friends that genuinely have my back — who celebrate my victories as theirs and my failures as 'it just hasn't happened for you yet '. It lay in the fact that I was not stupid enough to let my Matty go when I first found him nine years ago. And it most definitely lay in the reality that I did make it home last Christmas.
Time of India
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jennifer Garner's fiancé John Miller bans Ben Affleck from wedding amid tensions
Jennifer Garner is set to marry John Miller, who insists Ben Affleck be banned from the wedding. Garner agreed to Miller's terms to limit Affleck's contact. Miller has moved in with Garner and is enforcing boundaries, aiming for a private ceremony without Affleck, despite Garner's past with him. Jennifer Garner is preparing to walk down the aisle once more, this time with her longtime fiancé, John Miller. However, her upcoming wedding will notably exclude her ex-husband, Ben Affleck , who has been barred from attending the ceremony. Miller Insists Affleck Stay Away Reported in Pinkvilla that John Miller insists the 'Justice League' actor stay away from his fiancée both during the wedding and afterward. Garner Accepts Miller's Conditions According to media sources, Jennifer Garner has accepted John Miller's terms before their wedding. An insider told that the '13 Going on 30' star agreed to Miller's requests, which involved restricting Ben Affleck from visiting unannounced and refraining from hugging her whenever he felt the need. Miller Takes Steps to Keep Affleck Away Insiders close to the couple say Miller is overjoyed that his fiancée has accepted the terms about Affleck. They added that John is actively taking all necessary measures to keep the 'Good Will Hunting' actor away from public view. An insider described that John is happy his previous ultimatum worked and Ben's not stinking up their romance with his clinginess, but now he's taking his hard-line tactics a step further and insisting that Ben be banned from the wedding. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Nuova CUPRA Leon e-HYBRID CUPRA Configura Auto Undo Miller Moves In with Garner In addition, Miller has taken up residence with the mother of three at her home in Brentwood, California. Garner and Affleck's History Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner have a shared past spanning many years. They co-parent three children and, even after their separation several years ago, have managed to maintain a respectful and amicable relationship. Reasons Behind Banning Affleck As per the sources, having Been there would attract too much attention and distract from the meaning and purpose of their special day, plus it would be a nightmare for John to have to talk to Ben. They continued to reveal, Jen has tried to tell John that Ben's like a brother to her, but so far John's not budging. Awkwardness Between Miller and Affleck Both Miller and Affleck have found it uncomfortable to share the same space. While John recognizes that there will be times ahead when they must come together under one roof for the children, he currently feels the need to establish firm boundaries. Background on Affleck and Garner's Relationship Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner married in 2005 and separated in 2015, with their divorce finalized in 2018. They share three children and have maintained a civil and cooperative co-parenting relationship since their split. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Pink Villa
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Violet Affleck Recalls Debating With Mom Jennifer Garner About THIS During L.A. Wildfires: Details Inside
Violet Affleck reflected on a heated argument she had with her mother, Jennifer Garner, while being in a hotel room during the L.A. wildfires. Violet, whom Garner shares with her ex-husband, Ben Affleck, recalled the details of the fiery conversation with her mom about how climate change forced families out of their homes in order to save themselves. Affleck jotted down all points of debate with her actress mom in her research paper titled 'A Chronically Ill Earth: COVID Organizing as a Model Climate Response in Los Angeles.' In response to Garner's comments about climate change, Violet claimed that the behavior of the 'wealthiest citizens' led the earth into the crisis. In her paper, the star kid mentioned, 'As a lifelong Angelena and climate-literate member of generation Z, my question had not been whether the Palisades would burn but when.' She continued, 'As I chatted with adults in the hotel where we'd gone to escape the smoke, though, I found my position to be an uncommon one: people spoke of how long rebuilding would take, how much it would cost, and how tragically odd the whole situation had been.' The 19-year-old went on to reveal that the 13 Going on 30 actress was 'shell-shocked, astonished at the scale of destruction in the neighborhood where she raised me and my siblings.' However, she was surprised by her mother's reaction. Moreover, Violet also penned her brother Samuel's reaction to the wildfires. She shared that her younger sibling was skeptical as to what the strong winds would have to do with climate change. 'Hopefully, most of us understand the climate crisis better than my little brother,' Violet wrote in her essay. Furthermore, the eldest one of her siblings, Violet, went on to mention, 'Driven by unsustainable consumption patterns concentrated among the wealthiest citizens of the wealthiest countries, all of which have already subjected most of this country and the world to deadly temperatures, fire-flood cycles, rising seas, and dying crops.' The young one completed her paper by finally mentioning the protocols to avoid such hazards in the future.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The 7 Best Feel-Good Movies Streaming on Netflix Right Now
Sometimes, you just need to sit down and watch something that will make you feel good. The world is stressful, and you deserve it. In the world of streaming though, it can be overwhelming to figure out what to watch and where to find it. So, we're here to try and take some of that burden off of you. For now, we're going to stick to just one streamer you might be mindlessly scrolling through: Netflix. Below, you can find seven movies that always lift our spirits, and hopefully help you decide what to watch today. Adam Sandler has plenty of early gems to choose from, but we'll always go back to 'Big Daddy.' It's the perfect blend of comedy and heartwarming story, and doesn't get overly reliant on cheap jokes. Plus, who can resist the cuteness of baby Sprouse twins? It's Sandler and his usual crew, plus Leslie Mann, Jon Stewart — and in a true character, not as himself, which is delightful — and Joey Lauren Adams. The entire 'Paddington' franchise really is a winner, but only the latest installment is currently streaming on Netflix. Still, it's a great feel-good watch. 'Paddington in Peru' is all about the true beauty of found family, but it still contains its classic hijinks and marmalade sandwiches. This time, though, it also includes Olivia Colman as a singing nun, and boy, does she give a great 'Sound of Music' impression. 'Paddington in Peru' may admittedly get you a bit emotional, but we promise it'll (probably) be happy tears. Sometimes you just need a good old-fashioned rom-com, and it's hard to go wrong with '13 Going on 30.' You get Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo at their best, and even dancing to 'Thriller' at one point. You get Judy Greer and Andy Serkis, you get a little bit of time travel (kind of), and most importantly, you get a heartwarming story about how our choices can change things. If this movie doesn't make you feel good at the end, it might be time for some reflecting. Fair warning on this one, it is extremely vulgar in terms of language. Olivia Colman is decidedly not a nun in this one, though her father would prefer she live the life of one. As a result, she grows hateful and rebellious, and sends poison pen letters to everyone in town in secret. Is it jarring to hear her repeatedly referred to as Ms. Swan? Yes, that will always make us think of Keira Knightley in 'Pirates of the Caribbean.' But nonetheless, 'Wicked Little Letters' is a fun way to spend a little over an hour and a half. Every now and then, you just need to sing it out. 'Trolls' is the perfect movie to do that with, and it's family-friendly as an added bonus. Anna Kendrick and Justin Timberlake have great vocal chemistry, the song arrangements are pretty great, and the animation is gorgeous, too. There's a reason the anthem of this movie is 'Can't Stop the Feeling!' — It's because you can't help but groove along by the end of it. Kristen Bell is pretty reliable for feel-good films, and 'Like Father' falls in that category. It follows a woman named Rachel (Bell) as she reunites with her estranged father (Kelsey Grammer) on what was supposed to be her honeymoon. But, when she gets left at the altar, she drunkenly invites her dad on the cruise instead. This movie is certainly trope-heavy and even a bit absurd at times, but it's also pretty delightful and made us laugh a whole lot. We definitely think it's worth giving a try. If you missed this one in theaters earlier this year, you'll want to check it out now. 'One of Them Days' is a buddy comedy starring Keke Palmer and SZA, and yes, their chemistry as a duo is exactly as good as you'd hope it'd be. Taking place over the course of one day, Alyssa (SZA) and Dreux (Palmer) scramble to raise money to make rent, after Alyssa's deadbeat boyfriend takes the money they originally saved for it. There's heart, there's humor, and there's hijinks. We promise it's a good time. The post The 7 Best Feel-Good Movies Streaming on Netflix Right Now appeared first on TheWrap.
