"Harry Potter," as everyone knows, has been more than just a series of books and the accompanying film adaptations. It's been a cultural phenomenon, on par with "Star Wars," "The…

Zoolander". Cameron Diaz Cameron Diaz has lived a life most only dream of. At 16, she traveled with a fellow model who was a year younger than her to live…

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Cinema verite is a style of filmmaking that shows the entire film from the perspective of the viewer and cameraman. This style has been popular off and on over the…

Epic parties are like epic movies: they don't come around often, but they're memorable when they do. But combing the two elements-parties and cinema-is truly a recipe for excellence. Hollywood…

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Alien invasions are a popular scenario that sparks the imaginations of science fiction writers everywhere. Certainly, aliens coming to Earth have been a staple of From the central premise of…

On the face of it, the Victorian era should be a dull area to explore for cinematic adventure. Yes, gunpowder and various early guns that could only fire one shot…

"The Inbetweeners" is the greatest British export since "The Office." Some might deem this to be a hyperbolic statement but the show's quirky, relatable and lovable humor is immediately engaging…

It takes a lot of guts to remake an established television show. However there could be several reasons to do so. Maybe the original show had been a spectacular success…

Hey maaaaan, check this out. It's totally, like, far out. Alright, sorry. Anyway, hippies are fun characters to see in movies because you can see them and listen to them…

People love to see bone-crushing injuries, but they’re so rare in everyday life. That’s when the magic of movies comes to the rescue, giving you access to the kind of…

Bars are generally quiet, placid places where you can quietly enjoy a drink and/or dance on the table. But sometimes, especially in movies, things can get a bit out of…

Crime doesn't pay – or at least that's what the guys in charge of the banks want you to think. But these movie bank robbers learned that it's harder than…

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How crazy can a wedding be? All you need is a bride, a groom, a wedding party, cake and a little bit of alcohol to get the guests loose enough…

  "Supernatural" follows two ridiculously good looking brothers who track down monsters, demons, and angels in a quest to find their father and help people along the way. The classic…

One common rite of passage is the formation a (typically crummy) band in one’s formidable years. It's a great way for us to express ourselves during our youth, before realizing…

  The History Channel is one of the great benefits of having cable or a satellite dish. In addition to bringing viewers specials on key events about the history of…

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Time travel movies are a Hollywood favorite, as they are exciting and rich with story, yet they are also a constant paradox and incredibly difficult to tell accurately. One of…

History is rich with storylines, as most people know the beginning and the end, but not the juicy details of the middle. There are also minor characters throughout history that…

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