8 Perfect Post-Winter Holiday Movies for the New Year
After Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day, watch these movies to help you get over your "holiday hangover"!
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The 8 Best Marvel Characters Still Not in the MCU (And Who Could Play Them)
The Marvel comics are packed with so many awesome characters that still haven't appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
The 10 Best Movies About Angels and Demons Worth Watching
The concept of angels and demons in cinema may seem trite, but these movies put smart twists that make them truly worthwhile.
8 Other MCU Multiverse Characters We Want to See (Beyond Spider-Man)
Now that Marvel is really playing with multiverse potential, there are so many characters we want to see make a comeback.
The 10 Best Scenes in the Lord of the Rings Movies, Ranked
The Lord of the Rings is a fan favorite film all these years later, mainly because it has so many scenes that stick with you long after the credits.
Every Adam McKay Movie, Ranked: Which One Is His Best?
Adam McKay directed some of the most unforgettable comedy movies of the 2000s. Which ones stand out?
Why Terrence Malick’s “The Tree of Life” Is a Perfect Movie: A Retrospective
Is there such a thing as a perfect movie? The Tree of Life is not your usual film, and that's only one reason why it's perfect cinema.
South Korea’s Modern Auteur Filmmaking, Explained (And the 4 Most Influential Films)
South Korean cinema has been turning heads this century. What is it that makes South Korean films so uniquely compelling?
The 9 Best Vampire Movies Worth Watching (And Why They’re Great)
Vampires still live in the shadow of Count Dracula, but these vampire movies are all special and worth watching in their own ways.
The 10 Best Movies About Poverty and Homelessness, Ranked
Poverty and homelessness aren't easy subjects to talk about in earnest. These movies say more than we ever could on our own.
The 8 Best Movies About Fashion, Clothes, and Designers
Even if you aren't into fashion, you can't deny that the world of fashion is ripe with compelling characters and dramatic potential.
The Contra Zoom Film Technique, Explained (And 5 Examples in Movies)
The contra zoom, also known as the dolly zoom, is an iconic technique that immediately signals something unusual to the viewer.
10 Surprisingly Controversial Movies That Were Banned
Movies can be banned for all kinds of reasons. Here are some of the most controversial movies that were banned and why.
The 11 Best Harry Potter Scenes and Moments, Ranked
The Harry Potter movies are filled with excellent moments that we still remember. Here's my take on the best scenes from the franchise.
The 15 Best Die-Hard Clone Movies (And Why They’re Worth Watching)
Die Hard was so successful that it inspired all kinds of action movies in its wake. Here are our favorites from over the years.
The 12 Best Movies About Memories, Memory Loss, and Mind Manipulation
Memory loss and mental manipulation can ramp up any movie genre to new heights. Here are the most successful examples of that.
Why Terminator 2 Is the Best Action Movie Ever Made: 5 Reasons
Even after 30 years, Terminator 2: Judgment Day remains one of the most iconic and rewatchable sci-fi action movies ever made.
What Is ILM’s StageCraft Technology? 4 Ways It’ll Revolutionize Filmmaking
Industry Light & Magic (ILM) is revolutionizing the movie and TV industries with StageCraft. Here's what's so great about it.
Every Star Trek Movie, Ranked: Which Ones Are Worth Watching?
The Star Trek movie franchise spans decades with ups and downs in quality. Which one remains the best after all this time?
The 10 Most Popular and Iconic Movies of the 30s, Ranked
When you think of the most iconic 30s movie, what comes to mind? Here are our picks for decade-defining movies from the 30s!