Reel Directors
Bear Necessities
Flex Appeal
Buddha-ful Teachings
Cinematic Sayings
100

This director’s blockbuster "Jurassic Park" brought dinosaurs roaring to life on screen; hint: his movies mix history with heart-pounding spectacle.

Steven Spielberg

100

This gentle giant, native to China, famed for its bamboo feasts, is as cuddly as it is iconic.

Giant Panda

100

With a career spanning the gym, silver screen, and even politics, his biceps are legendary.

Arnold Schwarzenegger

100

Describing the endless cycle of rebirth and suffering in Buddhist philosophy, this term spins like a wheel—never at rest; it’s the cosmic loop.

Samsara

100

"May the Force be with you" echoes from this epic space saga.

Star Wars

200

Known for dreamlike narratives in films like "Eraserhead," this visionary’s work leaves audiences questioning reality; hint: his style is as surreal as a midnight dream.

David Lynch

200

Often spotted in North American forests, this bear’s dark fur and agile climbs make it a common woodland resident.

Black Bear

200

Dominating Mr. Olympia with record-breaking wins, this powerhouse’s name is synonymous with raw strength.

Ronnie Coleman

200

Revered as the enlightened one, he attained ultimate insight under a Bodhi tree.

Who is Siddhartha Gautama (the Buddha)

200

"Here's looking at you, kid" hails from a wartime romance classic.

Casablanca

300

With nonlinear storytelling that redefined crime dramas, this filmmaker shocked and charmed us with "Pulp Fiction".

Quentin Tarantino

300

Ruling the frozen tundra with its snowy camouflage, this bear's icy home is as harsh as it is beautiful.

Polar Bear

300

Star of a hit TV series as a gentle giant, his journey from iron to the screen is unforgettable.

Lou Ferrigno

300

Representing liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth, this state is the pinnacle of spiritual peace.

Nirvana

300

"You can't handle the truth!" explodes in a courtroom drama where secrets unravel.

A Few Good Men

400

This maestro of epic sagas transformed gangster tales with his trilogy, his surname as Italian as his storytelling.

The Godfather

400

This robust Eurasian cousin faces threats from hunting and habitat loss; its name is often paired with “brown” in nature documentaries.

Eurasian Brown Bear

400

This powerhouse exercise really “raises the bar” by engaging nearly every major muscle group—from floor to finish, it’s the ultimate test of strength.

Deadlift

400

These ethical and philosophical principles guide the Buddhist path to enlightenment.

the Dharma

400

This classic line from a thriller hints that when problems start “fishing” for trouble, your current ride just won't float the challenge—hint: it's a situation that really leaves you high and dry.

"You're gonna need a bigger boat"

500

With mind-bending plots and intricate time twists, his films challenge our perception of reality; his narrative puzzles are as layered as a dream within a dream.

Christopher Nolan

500

Native to Southeast Asia, this lesser-known bear sports a unique coat and a name that hints at sunlit warmth. It’s the smallest of its family.

Malayan Sun Bear

500

Despite what its name might imply, this piece of gym equipment are a 'smart' way to improve curling, pressing, and truly flexing your muscle potential.

dumbbells

500

Translating to "clear seeing," this meditative practice encourages deep insight into life’s impermanence, reflecting a journey inward.

Vipassana

500

This line from a war epic is so "aromatic" that it turns a battlefield into an unexpected morning brew—hint: it's a sizzling salute to the chaos of combat.

"I love the smell of napalm in the morning."