Films
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Why Hollywood Packs Its Biggest Films into the Summer
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Learn more about the story behind the film; why the theatres are empty in the summer, and why the showings are tame in the…
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From Bus Conductor to Superstar: The Journey of Rajinikanth
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On August 14, 2025, the much-awaited Superstar Rajinikanth starrer Coolie released worldwide with grand fanfare in five different languages. The date was not just…
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The release of Wicked revitalizes the film industry
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The Wizard of Oz is a story that has been told through many different lenses — from the first movie adaptation released in 1939,…
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Ten classic rom-coms to set the mood this Valentine’s Day
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Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and whether you have a Valentine, Feb. 14 is a great excuse to watch a fun romantic…
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The ongoing debate between practical effects and CGI
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In the world of movies and television there are some debates that rage on forever. Marvel vs DC, who the best Chris is (Evans,…
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Three horrible holiday movies that’ll make you want to drown yourself in eggnog
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I am not a fan of most Christmas movies, one might call me a Grinch. Perhaps it’s because I find them too cheerful, maybe…
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The 75 year anniversary of “It’s a Wonderful Life”
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The term “classic” has been affixed to many films and the label is one of the highest compliments any movie can hope to attain.…
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Could Spider-Man: No Way Home fan theories ruin the film’s enjoyment?
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Spidey is back! Marvel’s Spider-Man: No Way Home is set to release in theaters this December. Fans are undoubtedly more excited than ever, as…
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“Dune”: the beginning of the end
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There are few who truly understand the purpose of a remake. It seems every other month we see a beloved movie remade by executives…
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What’s next on the horizon for the James Bond film franchise?
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Poised to be the final film in the Daniel Craig-era of Bond films, the new trailer for No Time to Die has promised a…
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