Conall McManus

122 articles published since September 10, 2022.

Conall McManus was a contributor at whatNerd. He's an avid fan of cinema, having studied film as a child and as a student. Movies are an integral part of his life and he strives to one day become a professional screenwriter and director.

The 12 Best Movies About Abuse and Abusive Relationships

The 12 Best Movies About Abuse and Abusive Relationships

These incredible films explore the haunting nature of abuse and the effects it can have on its victims.

ByConall McManus

Nov 13, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Toxic Relationships, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Toxic Relationships, Ranked

Cinema might be full of romantic and platonic relationships, but some of them are actually really toxic (as seen in these films).

ByConall McManus

Oct 29, 2023

The 13 Best Movies About Scientists and Experiments

The 13 Best Movies About Scientists and Experiments

These movies feature the most iconic scientists in cinema history and their memorable experiments.

ByConall McManus

Oct 18, 2023

The 10 Best Paranoid Movies Full of Fear and Uncertainty, Ranked

The 10 Best Paranoid Movies Full of Fear and Uncertainty, Ranked

These paranoia thrillers are the best when you want to experience an unbearable sense of dread, distrust, and suspicion.

ByConall McManus

Oct 3, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Pregnancy, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Pregnancy, Ranked

Pregnancy can be both life-affirming and life-ruining. These incredible pregnancy movies explore the subject from all angles.

ByConall McManus

Sep 30, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Dysfunctional Families, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Dysfunctional Families, Ranked

These movies all feature families that are dysfunctional trainwrecks, yet we love watching them anyway!

ByConall McManus

Sep 27, 2023

The 13 Best Cop TV Shows About Police and Criminals

The 13 Best Cop TV Shows About Police and Criminals

Is there a more classic TV trope than cops and robbers? Check out these great shows about police officers, detectives, and criminals!

ByConall McManus

Sep 22, 2023

The 10 Best Anime Series With Assassins, Ranked

The 10 Best Anime Series With Assassins, Ranked

Assassins are one of the coolest character archetypes and anime is full of them. Here are my favorite animes about assassins.

ByConall McManus

Sep 14, 2023

The 10 Saddest Anime Movies That Actually Made Us Cry

The 10 Saddest Anime Movies That Actually Made Us Cry

Some of the saddest movies ever made are anime movies—and not just by Studio Ghibli, either! Check out these incredible films.

ByConall McManus

Sep 14, 2023

The 15 Funniest Horror Comedy Movies That Will Make You Laugh

The 15 Funniest Horror Comedy Movies That Will Make You Laugh

Sometimes you want a horror movie that'll make you scream... with laughter! Check out these hilarious horror comedy movies.

ByConall McManus

Sep 13, 2023

The 13 Best Movies About Brothers and Brotherhood, Ranked

The 13 Best Movies About Brothers and Brotherhood, Ranked

These incredible movies explore the bonds of brotherhood between males, whether they're blood-related brothers or not.

ByConall McManus

Sep 12, 2023

The 16 Best Horror Movies Without Much Blood or Gore

The 16 Best Horror Movies Without Much Blood or Gore

These terrifying films prove that horror movies don't need to be slathered in blood or gore to be truly scary.

ByConall McManus

Sep 11, 2023

The 10 Scariest Horror Movie Scenes of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Scariest Horror Movie Scenes of All Time, Ranked

These terrifying scenes are more than mere jump scares. They linger in the mind and stay with you because they're truly scary.

ByConall McManus

Sep 9, 2023

The 15 Best Chinese Dramas on Netflix That Are Worth Watching

The 15 Best Chinese Dramas on Netflix That Are Worth Watching

Netflix is going hard on foreign-language TV series. These Chinese dramas represent the best of C-dramas on the platform.

ByConall McManus

Sep 8, 2023

The 15 Best Horror Movies Without Jump Scares, Ranked

The 15 Best Horror Movies Without Jump Scares, Ranked

These horror movies are scary and intense even without many jump scares. That makes them perfect to watch if you're skittish!

ByConall McManus

Sep 6, 2023

The 15 Best Neo-Noir Movies of All Time, Ranked

The 15 Best Neo-Noir Movies of All Time, Ranked

Neo-noir movies are hard to define, but you know 'em when you see 'em. Here are the best neo-noir movies that represent the genre.

ByConall McManus

Sep 4, 2023

The 20 Best Classic Monster Movies Still Worth Watching Today

The 20 Best Classic Monster Movies Still Worth Watching Today

These are the most iconic and influential monster movies over the decades, starting from the 1920s up to the year 1999.

ByConall McManus

Sep 1, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Alien Abductions, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Alien Abductions, Ranked

Alien abductions are both creepy yet fascinating. These movies do justice to the premise and stand out from other alien movies.

ByConall McManus

Aug 30, 2023

The 15 Scariest Horror Movies That Were Banned (And Why)

The 15 Scariest Horror Movies That Were Banned (And Why)

What happens when a horror movie is TOO disturbing? It's banned! These controversial horror movies were forbidden to watch.

ByConall McManus

Aug 29, 2023

The 10 Best Jim Jarmusch Movies of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Best Jim Jarmusch Movies of All Time, Ranked

Jim Jarmusch is a film director like no other. To really know what makes him special, check out his best movies of all time.

ByConall McManus

Aug 28, 2023

The 10 Best Cannibalism Movies Where People Eat People

The 10 Best Cannibalism Movies Where People Eat People

Few concepts are more morbid than humans eating humans. These dark movies about cannibalism dive in and hold nothing back.

ByConall McManus

Aug 26, 2023

The 10 Best Screenwriters in Hollywood, Ranked

The 10 Best Screenwriters in Hollywood, Ranked

Directors get most of the fame and acclaim, but screenwriters play a big role in Hollywood—and they deserve some recognition, too.

ByConall McManus

Aug 25, 2023

The 20 Best Chill Movies That Feel Like a Hangout With Friends

The 20 Best Chill Movies That Feel Like a Hangout With Friends

Sometimes, you just want to kick back and relax with a film that feels like you're hanging out with the characters on screen.

ByConall McManus

Aug 25, 2023

The 10 Best Comedy Movies From the 80s, Ranked

The 10 Best Comedy Movies From the 80s, Ranked

They don't make comedy films like they did in the 80s anymore. Here are our favorites from that bygone era of classics.

ByConall McManus

Aug 25, 2023

The 10 Best Indie Directors and Independent Filmmakers, Ranked

The 10 Best Indie Directors and Independent Filmmakers, Ranked

Independent filmmakers may seem artsy or pretentious, but not all are like that. These indie directors are proof.

ByConall McManus

Aug 22, 2023

The 10 Best Horror Movie Directors of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Best Horror Movie Directors of All Time, Ranked

Perhaps more so than any other genre, horror movies live or die by the brilliance of their directors. Here are our favorite horror directors.

ByConall McManus

Aug 22, 2023

The 15 Best Movies About Weddings, Ranked

The 15 Best Movies About Weddings, Ranked

Weddings are full of drama and anticipation! Here are the best movies that lead up to a wedding and all the problems therein.

ByConall McManus

Aug 21, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Werewolves, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Werewolves, Ranked

These fantastic werewolf movies explore the idea of man turning into werebeast from all kinds of interesting angles.

ByConall McManus

Aug 21, 2023

The 10 Best Horror Manga of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Best Horror Manga of All Time, Ranked

Some of the all-time scariest stories are only available in manga format. Here are the best horror manga worth reading for a fright.

ByConall McManus

Aug 21, 2023

The 10 Best Romance Anime Movies of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Best Romance Anime Movies of All Time, Ranked

Anime does love like no other. These heartfelt romance anime movies will have you crying, laughing, and smiling in equal measure.

ByConall McManus

Aug 20, 2023

The 15 Best Russian Movies of All Time, Ranked

The 15 Best Russian Movies of All Time, Ranked

Russian films may not get the same love that other foreign films do, but these movies can stand up to the best of them.

ByConall McManus

Aug 19, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Forgiveness and Mercy, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Forgiveness and Mercy, Ranked

Forgiveness is never easy, but it can also be one of the most rewarding human experiences. That's what these movies explore.

ByConall McManus

Aug 19, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Gladiators, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Gladiators, Ranked

When it comes to swordfighters, gladiators are uniquely captivating. Here are the best gladiator movies in cinema history.

ByConall McManus

Aug 18, 2023

The 15 Best Movies About Marriage, Ranked

The 15 Best Movies About Marriage, Ranked

Marriage is hard. These movies explore the complexities and difficulties that married couples have to navigate.

ByConall McManus

Aug 17, 2023

The 10 Best Legal TV Shows With Lawyers and Courtrooms

The 10 Best Legal TV Shows With Lawyers and Courtrooms

Legal dramas are strangely compelling! These great TV shows with lawyers and attorneys are dripping with drama.

ByConall McManus

Aug 17, 2023

The 20 Best Short Stories of All Time, Ranked

The 20 Best Short Stories of All Time, Ranked

The short story is a tough written art form. These incredible short stories show how powerful a story can be in few words.

ByConall McManus

Aug 16, 2023

The 15 Best Marvel Scenes, Ranked (And Why They're Great)

The 15 Best Marvel Scenes, Ranked (And Why They're Great)

From the MCU to Spider-Man to X-Men, here are the best and most memorable scenes from across the Marvel movies.

ByConall McManus

Aug 15, 2023

The 15 Best Movies About Trauma and PTSD, Ranked

The 15 Best Movies About Trauma and PTSD, Ranked

These thoughtful movies all involve characters who have experienced traumatic events that weigh on them afterwards.

ByConall McManus

Aug 14, 2023

The 20 Best Harry Potter Movie Scenes and Moments, Ranked

The 20 Best Harry Potter Movie Scenes and Moments, Ranked

The Harry Potter movies are filled with excellent moments that we still remember. Here's our take on the best scenes from the franchise.

ByConall McManus

Aug 12, 2023

The 20 Best Long Fantasy Book Series That Are Worth It

The 20 Best Long Fantasy Book Series That Are Worth It

Want a book series that'll hook you for months or years? These amazing fantasy book series are more epic than mere trilogies!

ByConall McManus

Aug 11, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Hollywood, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Hollywood, Ranked

Hollywood is both alluring and perilous. These movies about Hollywood show the ups and downs of a capricious industry.

ByConall McManus

Aug 10, 2023

The 10 Best Samurai Movies of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Best Samurai Movies of All Time, Ranked

There's something uniquely compelling about Japanese samurai. Here are the best samurai movies worth checking out.

ByConall McManus

Aug 10, 2023

The 20 Best Space Opera Books of All Time, Ranked

The 20 Best Space Opera Books of All Time, Ranked

Looking for good old-fashioned space battles and space adventures? Here are the best space opera novels and series to check out!

ByConall McManus

Aug 9, 2023

The 20 Best Movie Monologues of All Time, Ranked

The 20 Best Movie Monologues of All Time, Ranked

Tired of movie monologues that are weak and forgettable? Here are the best movie monologues that are downright captivating.

ByConall McManus

Aug 9, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Private Schools and Boarding Schools

The 10 Best Movies About Private Schools and Boarding Schools

The atmosphere of a private school or boarding school sets the stage for all kinds of dramatic potential. These movies take full advantage.

ByConall McManus

Aug 8, 2023

The 15 Best Superhero Movies on Netflix With Special Abilities

The 15 Best Superhero Movies on Netflix With Special Abilities

Netflix may not have the usual suspects when it comes to superhero movies, but there are plenty of other ones worth watching.

ByConall McManus

Aug 8, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Redemption and Atonement, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Redemption and Atonement, Ranked

What does it take for someone to redeem themselves of past sins? How far will someone go for absolution? These movies show us.

ByConall McManus

Aug 8, 2023

The 20 Best Nerdy TV Characters of All Time, Ranked

The 20 Best Nerdy TV Characters of All Time, Ranked

How many of these beloved nerds have you seen on TV? Even if you've never seen the shows, you probably still know who they are!

ByConall McManus

Aug 7, 2023

The 15 Best Foreign Movies on Netflix Worth Watching, Ranked

The 15 Best Foreign Movies on Netflix Worth Watching, Ranked

Netflix has several phenomenal foreign movies available to stream. Here are the ones that are absolutely worth your time.

ByConall McManus

Aug 5, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Communities, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Communities, Ranked

The concept of community has many layers. These movies about communities show us their importance and their dangers.

ByConall McManus

Aug 4, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Crushes and First Loves

The 10 Best Movies About Crushes and First Loves

Romantic crushes and first loves can be thrilling, joyful, or even devastating. These films explore the ups and downs of young love.

ByConall McManus

Aug 2, 2023

The 10 Best Male Disney Characters of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Best Male Disney Characters of All Time, Ranked

Standout male characters are rare in Disney movies, but there have been several notable ones over the years.

ByConall McManus

Aug 1, 2023

The 15 Best Romance Drama Movies of All Time, Ranked

The 15 Best Romance Drama Movies of All Time, Ranked

When you're in the mood for deep, heartfelt love affairs, these are the romance drama movies you'll want to watch.

ByConall McManus

Jul 31, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Neighbors (Who Are Good, Bad, or Strange)

The 10 Best Movies About Neighbors (Who Are Good, Bad, or Strange)

Neighbors come in all varieties. These movies about neighbors show the best and worst aspects of living next to other people.

ByConall McManus

Jul 24, 2023

The 10 Best Body Horror Movies of All Time, Ranked

The 10 Best Body Horror Movies of All Time, Ranked

What's scarier than ghosts, killers, and monsters? How about the thought of a corrupted human body losing its humanity?

ByConall McManus

Jul 22, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Giants, Titans, and Colossal Beasts

The 10 Best Movies About Giants, Titans, and Colossal Beasts

There's something weirdly fascinating about enormous creatures and beings. These movies about giants capture that feeling well.

ByConall McManus

Jul 22, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Models and Modeling, Ranked

The 10 Best Movies About Models and Modeling, Ranked

Modeling isn't always as glamorous as it's made out to be. These movies about models explore that world in surprising ways.

ByConall McManus

Jul 22, 2023

The 10 Best Voice-Overs and Narrations in Movies, Ranked

The 10 Best Voice-Overs and Narrations in Movies, Ranked

Here are the best movie voice-overs in cinema history, which live on as iconic examples of voiceover narration done well.

ByConall McManus

Jul 19, 2023

The 10 Best Movie Fight Scenes With Great Choreography

The 10 Best Movie Fight Scenes With Great Choreography

Fight scenes are hard to get right. These brilliant examples show what good choreography can do to elevate a movie fight scene.

ByConall McManus

Jul 19, 2023

The 10 Best Movies About Conspiracies and Secret Plots

The 10 Best Movies About Conspiracies and Secret Plots

Everyone loves a good conspiracy theory, right? Here are the best movies that unravel all kinds of conspiracies, real and fictional.

ByConall McManus

Jul 18, 2023