The Gler Curse Documentary is a film that dives deep into the mysteries and legends surrounding a curse that is said to haunt the small town of Gler. The curse, believed to have been placed by an angry witch centuries ago, has cast a dark shadow over the town's history and its residents. The documentary explores the origin of the curse and interviews locals who claim to have experienced its wrath firsthand. These eyewitness testimonies bring to light a range of supernatural occurrences, from unexplained deaths and disappearances to eerie sightings and strange phenomena. Through interviews with historians and experts in the occult, the film delves into the witch's origins and possible motives for cursing the town of Gler. It examines the town's historical events and how they may have contributed to the witch's anger and subsequent curse.
It examines the town's historical events and how they may have contributed to the witch's anger and subsequent curse. The documentary also investigates the attempts made by villagers throughout the years to break the curse. From traditional rituals to modern paranormal investigations, the film follows these efforts to find a way to lift the dark cloud that looms over Gler.
Culturally diverse restaurants around Charleston
Mi Casa Tu Casa is a Mexican restaurant that prepares your food in front of customers.
Adriana Hernandez-Santana, Feature Junior Editor
September 21, 2022
Eastern is a university within a smaller town than most, but there are still a variety of different types of restaurants to widen students’ meal options.
Mi Casa Tu Casa
Mi Casa Tu Casa, located at 211 Lincoln Ave. is like Charleston’s locally owned Chipole.
Individuals can choose from either a burrito (tortilla filled with rice, beans and meat) or a bowl.
Bowls can be filled with selections from chicken, steak and/or veggies.
Mi Casa Tu Casa also offers quesadillas, tacos and tamales.
Casa Del Mar II
Casa Del Mar II, located at 1014 4th street, offers a wide variety of authentic Mexican food to anyone who comes by.
Foods such as enchiladas (or tortillas filled with your choosing or beans, beef, chicken or cheese), arroz con marisco (grilled shrimp and scallops over a fresh plate of rice), or molcajete (grilled chicken, shrimp and vegetables).
Los Potrillos
Los Potrillos, located at 1305 Lincoln Ave. is a Mexican style restaurant that offers a wide variety of choices to choose from. They have deals running constantly, so everyday is a good day to go in and get a meal.
El Rancherito
El Rancherito, located at 819 W. Lincoln Ave. is a Mexican style restaurant where they serve tons of authentic Mexican food. Their in-dining sitting area is very bright and colorful, and every spot in the restaurant has a different art style to admire.
Siam Thai
Siam Thai, located at 453 Lincoln Ave. is a Thai based restaurant that has food with a bit of a kick.
Siam Thai serves foods like curry (a thick mixture with many died, blended spices), pho (a bowl of soup with rice noodles and your choice of meat), or pad thai (stir fried rice noodles).
Magic Wok
Magic Wok, located at 558 W Lincoln Ave, is known for their modern interpretation of classic Chinese dishes.
The lunch special time block is between 11 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
During these hours, Magic Wok has Chicken Chow Mein (stir fried noodles with veggies), Moo Goo Gai Pan (chicken with mushrooms in oyster sauce), or pepper steak with onion available.
All of these options come with a side of either chicken, pork or white rice.
Magic Wok also offers an all day menu with foods like Egg Foo Young (Chinese omelet), Vegetable Chop Suey ( assorted veggies in a thick sauce), or hot and spicy beef ( shredded beef served with red and green peppers).
China Cafe
China Cafe, located at 716 Jackson Ave. offers authentic style chinese food. They have things like fried rice, crab rangoon and even egg drop soup. They also have great deals if you’re ordering for a larger group of guests.
Q Q Buffet
Q Q Buffet, located at 2138 Woodfall Dr. is a chinese style buffet restaurant that offers lunch and dinner at great prices. If you’re looking for a filling meal with a small budget, this is the place to go for your next Chinese food fix.
Kamikaze Hibachi and Sushi
One of the newest food additions to Charleston, which opened on Aug. 22, is Kamikaze Hibachi and Sushi.
Located at 1140 Lincoln Ave., Kamikaze Hibachi and Sushi is the perfect place to have dinner and feel fancy at the same time, without the pricey paycheck.
Offering different sushi rolls like the dragon roll (avocado and shrimp tempura), volcano roll (a deep fried roll) or the Philly roll (avocado and cream cheese), Kamikaze has a wide variety of choices.
Zesty Wings Chicken and Fish
Zesty Wings Chicken and Fish located at 1415 4th St. is a great place to go when you want some good chicken. They offer foods like pizza puffs, catfish dinners, and a 12, 24, or 36 pack of wings flavored to your choosing.
Dirty’s Bar and Grill
Dirty’s Bar and Grill, located at 706 Lincoln Ave. is a bar and grill style restaurant that offers American style food. With meals like burgers, sandwiches, fish and chips, wraps and tacos, and more.
Windy City Pizza
Windy City Pizza, located at 1505 18th St. that offers thin crust, normal crust, and even deep dish pizza. They also serve wings, sandwiches, pasta, and a 7” cookie for those who are feeling really daring after a big meal.
McHugh’s
McHugh’s Double Drive-Thru is a drive through style burger place. They offer burgers, fish sandwiches, chili cheese fries, shakes and more. McHugh’s is a Coles County food chain type burger place with only drive-thrus in Mattoon and Charleston.
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- Kamikaze Hibachi and Sushi
- Magic Wok
- Mi Casa Tu Casa
- Siam Thai
Foods such as enchiladas (or tortillas filled with your choosing or beans, beef, chicken or cheese), arroz con marisco (grilled shrimp and scallops over a fresh plate of rice), or molcajete (grilled chicken, shrimp and vegetables).
As the documentary unfolds, viewers are taken on a rollercoaster ride of suspense and mystery. The chilling reenactments and atmospheric cinematography effectively transport viewers into the eerie world of Gler, making them feel the fear and apprehension that the town's residents have endured for generations. In its conclusion, the documentary leaves viewers with thought-provoking questions about the existence of curses and the supernatural. It serves as a reminder that there are still many unexplained phenomena in the world, and invites viewers to ponder the mysteries that may lie beneath the surface of their own lives. Overall, the Gler Curse Documentary is a captivating exploration of a town plagued by a curse and the people who have lived in fear of its consequences. It offers a thrilling and thought-provoking viewing experience that will leave audiences questioning the boundaries between reality and the supernatural..
Reviews for "The Curse that Destroyed Lives: The Gler Curse Documented"
1. John - 1/5
This documentary is a complete waste of time. The content is poorly organized and lacks any substantial information. It feels more like a random collection of scenes and interviews rather than a cohesive documentary. The filmmakers don't delve deep enough into the subject matter and fail to provide any meaningful insight. Save yourself the disappointment and skip this one.
2. Sarah - 2/5
I was really looking forward to watching "Gler curse documentafy," but I was ultimately disappointed. The pacing of the documentary was slow and the interviews felt repetitive. It seemed like the filmmakers were more focused on creating a mysterious atmosphere rather than providing substantial content. The lack of a clear narrative thread made it difficult to fully understand the subject matter. Overall, I would say this documentary is a missed opportunity.
3. Robert - 2/5
I found "Gler curse documentafy" to be confusing and poorly executed. The storytelling was disjointed and it was difficult to follow the main theme. The interviews with supposed experts lacked credibility and seemed far-fetched at times. The documentary failed to provide a balanced perspective and instead relied on sensationalism. Overall, it felt more like a poorly researched conspiracy theory than a thought-provoking documentary. I would not recommend wasting your time on this one.