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During World War II, the United States implemented coffee rationing as part of the broader war effort and conservation measures. The rationing of various goods, including coffee, was necessary to ensure that essential supplies were available for the military and to support the war economy.

Coffee had become an integral part of American culture and daily life, with many people relying on their daily cup to start the morning. However, during the war, transporting coffee beans from coffee-producing countries became difficult due to shipping disruptions caused by enemy action. Additionally, other priorities in wartime industries limited the availability of resources needed for coffee production and distribution.

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Children of Men, directed by Alfonso Cuarón, is a dystopian film that explores a bleak future where humanity faces extinction due to global infertility. There is a memorable coffee scene in this movie.

The film’s protagonist, Theo Faron, played by Clive Owen, enters a coffee shop and watches the television that is hanging from the ceiling. There are more than a dozen people gathered in a semi-circle around it, watching the screen. A news report is playing. A speaker announces that Diego Ricardo, the youngest person on the planet dies at the age of 18yrs. This is grim news. This is a world seemingly without hope.

The news report is a stark reminder that humanity is staring in the face of their impending doom. Coffee is a way for people to seek solace in the familiar rituals of life, and yet those who are buying coffee are hit with reality. They are all going to die, and there is no one to replace them. This is a brief yet powerful scene. What the director did was take a simple, daily ritual of daily relief and turned it into a moment that emphasizes the preciousness of life and a world consumed by turmoil.

The cinematography plays a crucial role in amplifying the emotional impact of the coffee scene. Cuarón’s signature long takes and immersive camera work draw the audience into the characters’ world, allowing us to feel the weight of their struggles. The subdued lighting and muted color palette further enhance the sense of desolation, making the fact that customers are holding onto their coffee all the more poignant.

Theo exits the shop, and places his coffee cup down. He pulls a bottle of booze out from his jacket, and pours it into his coffee. Seconds later a large explosion levels the coffee shop, where he was just inside.

The act of making and sharing coffee becomes a fragile connection to a time when such simple pleasures were taken for granted. The aroma of brewing coffee, a sensory experience that once signified comfort and routine, now stands as a fragile bridge between a fading past and an uncertain future.

Released in 2005 and directed by David Cronenberg, “A History of Violence” is a gripping exploration of identity, family, and the consequences of one’s past. At the center of the narrative is Tom Stall, portrayed by Viggo Mortensen, whose life takes an unexpected turn when he becomes a local hero after thwarting a violent robbery at his diner. Viggo did a great job in the Lord of The Rings trilogy, and he does an excellent job in this movie.

The film opens with Tom leading a seemingly ordinary life in a small town, running a quaint diner with his wife Edie (Maria Bello) and raising their two children. However, the tranquility shatters one fateful night when two criminals attempt to rob the diner. In a sudden and explosive burst of violence, Tom confronts the assailants, displaying an unexpected and lethal skill in self-defense. His swift and brutal actions not only save the lives of his customers but also turn him into a local hero overnight. There is a fantastic scene where he uses a coffee pot, and hot coffee to great effect. I won’t ruin it for you. Just watch the scene.

The incident brings Tom into the spotlight, with the media and the community lauding his courage and swift action. Yet, as Tom’s heroic image grows, so does the scrutiny into his past. The arrival of mysterious figures from his history raises questions about who Tom Stall really is and the origins of his exceptional combat skills.

The film masterfully delves into the psychological aftermath of violence and heroism. Viggo Mortensen delivers a nuanced performance, capturing Tom’s internal struggle as he grapples with the consequences of his actions and the unveiling of his concealed past. Maria Bello, as Edie, brilliantly portrays the emotional turmoil of a wife who must reconcile the man she thought she knew with the revelations that emerge.

Cronenberg weaves a tense narrative that explores the thin line between hero and villain, challenging conventional notions of identity and morality. The juxtaposition of small-town Americana with the dark undercurrents of Tom’s past creates a cinematic experience that is both thrilling and thought-provoking. Too bad he spilled the coffee. Great movie, though!

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0:00 Intro to brand agenda
10:25 We offer high quality coffee for less than most brands; we don't mark up unreasonably
20:00 Mindfulness
25:31 Swag
26:46 Guests, Leadership, Books
35:29 Website Blogs with articles to read on movies, military, how to make coffee, etc.
46:00 Rituals and awareness and the importance of structure and coffee
53:00 How did Fred and I meet?
58:00 Our roles
1:04 Give us constructive criticism; good or bad is helpful