When we talk about the Hollywood’s golden age and film history in general, and the most iconic films of all time, we most often think of the 1950s and 1960s when the film industry reached its peak and became a significant form of entertainment for the masses, but also the period before that. It was the time that got us some of the most interesting and artistically valuable works in the history of cinema....
A lot of great movies are adapted from great books. Sci-fi is no exception. Directors draw from the expanse of literary science fiction to create unforgettable stories. Sometimes, though, directors find themselves telling a slightly different story from the original novel. The director makes this creative choice because they feel the film will work better as a result. Or, perhaps, the changes are made for frugal reasons. Perhaps a moment in the book is simply too wild to create on film in a cost-effective manner....
Television is in the throes of its Second Golden Age. Both dramas and comedies are innovating upon the medium in bold new ways, tackling subjects prior serialized programs wouldn’t think to touch. While these new, daring shows are commendable, one should never forget the past. Older television series are still valuable to modern audiences. As proof of this, the following list will present ten sitcoms from before 1970 that still hold up....
Anyone who hasn’t yet tuned in to This Is Us has sorely missed out on a few good cries thanks to the ridiculously good writers. The show tells the story of a broken family, whose past and current lives intertwine to teach life lessons. Each episode delivers a new change, epiphany, or loss to the Pearson family that makes hearts ache and opens the floodgates. Even the manliest of men will be reaching for a tissue by the end of one of Jack Pearson’s monologues....
Once Upon a Time began as an incredible new show depicting twists on our favorite fairy tales, first in a way that only adults could truly appreciate. While occasionally the show dipped into saccharine territory, borrowing from Disney and sagging beneath the weight of trite tone, it mostly gave us inventive and even ground-breaking stories with characters we loved immediately or grew to love later. That’s why it’s such a bummer that the show is over with so many loose ends left hanging....
Since its creation in 1974, the phenomenon that is Dungeons & Dragons has established itself as one of, if not the most popular tabletop role-playing game in the world. It has nurtured the minds of generations of players from childhood to adulthood and created plain escapism that is yet to be rivaled. The game and its mechanics have been utilized and adapted for the modern age in the form of video games, cartoons, and even cinema, however, we are yet to see something in line with the original game prove to be as successful, so what better time than now to look at 10 reasons the world needs to take a dive into world of Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson with another Dungeons & Dragons movie....
Having soared past box office projections, Marvel Comic’s latest film Captain Marvel has introduced a new audience to Carole Danvers. Initially introduced in 1968’s Marvel Super Heroes #13, she has come a long way since her first introduction. Initially a colonel in the United States, an explosion of a Kree device bestows her with a Kree-Human DNA structure. While the film got many elements of her backstory correct, fifty years of comic history means that a few things were left out....
The pen may be mightier than the sword, but a good speech or pep talk in a movie is more powerful than any villain, deadlier than any weapon, and can make the impossible possible. As the Bee Gees once crooned, “It’s only words,” but sometimes words are all heroes have. And what’s more, words are the spark which can move mountains, save worlds, turn the tide and win the day....
We all have our favorite TV series. We know them by name, and some have become so iconic that their names are recognized worldwide, and across generations as they air in different countries and languages, and in syndication or are available through streaming services. But did you know that some of the most popular TV series, including sitcoms, dramas, and sci-fi thrillers, were almost named something completely different? In most cases, we’re glad that the names were changed because the original titles were terrible, not as catchy, or even downright hilarious....
Despite what you may have heard, women have always ruled horror. The genre’s roots back to Mary Shelley, whom at the tender age of 20, unleashed Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus on an unsuspecting public in 1818, in essence, giving birth to modern horror and all that was to follow. Of course, as in many art forms, the “boys club” culture reigns and we’ve got a long way to go to challenge that, but horror, that most fringe of genres, has always had room for and embraced strong female voices, nevermind what Jason Blum believes....
In the days of Pokémon Red & Blue, the decision over whether to evolve your Pokémon was usually an easy one. The only reason to prevent a Pokémon from evolving was if they would miss out on learning a specific move when they leveled up. This was the only reason why you wouldn’t evolve a Pokémon at the first opportunity, as the stat boost provided was always worth it. As the Pokémon series progressed, there were new features and items added that would make the player think twice about evolving their beloved Pokémon....
Dan Harmon’s Community is a show simultaneously ahead of the curve and stuck in the past. As a show dependent on pop-culture references and knowledge of current events, there will eventually come a time when the show’s once-relevant humor quickly becomes outdated. But in looking back on Community as it stands now, it’s clear that there was still so much we gained from the show. The loved-by-fans, hated-by-network show was smart, quick, and far ahead of its time comedically....
There are certain films that define a generation, and for any teen growing up in the late 1990s and early 2000s, 10 Things I Hate About You was definitely a movie that was most likely seen on repeat. Based on Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew, 10 Things I Hate About You brings the Bard’s love story into the 20th Century, with paintballing, ska music, and some very ’90s fashion to boot....
Joker is not a film for kids. It comes with an R-rating and fully indulges in its pass to include violence, foul language, and other strong material. Throughout the course of the movie, the main character commits all manner of hideous acts, from cold-blooded murder to breaking and entering and stealing. The following list will reveal the worst things he does throughout the film. Most stories try to portray their villains with at least an ounce of sympathy, and while people treat Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix) despicably throughout the run time, none of the things he does are justified, truly earning him his villainous status....
O Instagram é particularmente relevante para produtos destinados a um grupo demográfico mais jovem. A Statista descobriu que 59% dos usuários de internet entre 18 e 29 anos nos Estados Unidos usavam o Instagram em abril de 2016. Há um ligeiro viés feminino, com 38% das usuárias de internet de todas as idades sendo usuárias do Instagram, em comparação com 26% dos usuários masculinos da internet. Por conta da explosão de interesse no Instagram, não é uma surpresa descobrir que há muitos influenciadores utilizando a plataforma diariamente....
Sonic the Hedgehog has become the latest in a series of films based on video game series. It’s been one of the better-received movies in this genre, although that came as something of a surprise as the expectation wasn’t for the movie to be the success it has become. With interest in the video game film genre now at a high, as well as the appeal of Sonic also greater than before, fans have become interested in searching for shows or films that have a thematic similarity to Sonic the Hedgehog....
Uma Thurman is one of the most recognizable actresses of the past several decades. Thurman has starred in some of the most iconic movies of the past two decades. However, the iconic status of these movies does not necessarily mean they are great movies. For instance, her roles in Kill Bill or Pulp Fiction are both incredible and will certainly stand the test of time. Although, her role as Poison Ivy in Batman and Robin is also iconic for a completely different reason....
While fans of the MCU films might be aware of Peggy Carter, she was mostly a supporting character in those movies and didn’t have a lot of screen time. The character might not have been featured very much in the films, but she did get her own television show, Agent Carter, for a time. During this series, many more facts were revealed about the character. She also appeared in the comics over the years, and there are many facts about her that even Agent Carter fans might not realize....
In the Disney Renaissance era, the franchise was known for its breathtaking, whimsical animation. The art had a dreamlike quality to it, especially in early films like Sleeping Beauty and Lady And The Tramp. Of course, with modern times comes modern technology, and Disney discarded the magic of their old animation for new, realistic CGI. This was a disappointment to many fans, especially since the franchise is persistent to remake every single one of their animated films in live-action and/or CGI....
All of Wes Anderson’s movies have been well-received by critics, but one that received particular attention from critics, moviegoers, and even Academy voters is The Grand Budapest Hotel, his sprawling tale of a hotel through the ages. With its unconventional narrative structure, perfectly symmetrical cinematic composition, and performances that walk the line between hilarious and poignant, a movie like The Grand Budapest Hotel doesn’t just happen overnight. It’s the result of diligent work behind the scenes by a talented cast and crew dedicated to bringing a director’s vision to life....
