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The Oscar Blahs
A nun, a slumdog, a gay rights activist, a wrestler and a man who ages backwards walk into a bar.
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The Non-Remake of Friday the 13th
The recent remake of Friday the 13th, directed by Marcus Nispel, turns out not to be a remake - or even a "re-imagining," as some have dubbed it - but a plain old sequel.
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Tom Cruise in Valkyrie: War and Political Unrest
The 2008 film Valkyrie is based on the true story of Claus Stauffenberg, an officer in the German army who helped spearhead a plot to assassinate Hitler and stage a coup.
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The Most Original New Thriller Classics
From Alfred Hitchcock's Psycho to Jonathan Demme's Silence of the Lambs, thrillers have been captivating audiences for decades.
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The Story Behind The Nutcracker Ballet
Every holiday season, both the young and young at heart flock to see one of the world's most famous ballets: The Nutcracker.
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The New Horror Classics
Everyone loves a good horror movie countdown, right?
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Radio and Radio Production
As a branch of the media, radio provides the opportunity to communicate with many people. This opportunity can be used for many beneficial and educational purposes.
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The Hartford Circus Fire
Surprisingly few people, particularly those of the younger generations, know much about what happened in Hartford, Connecticut on July 6, 1944.
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Zach and Miri Make a Lousy Movie
You can make a gross-out comedy. And you can make a sappy romantic comedy. But you cannot try to fit both genres into one movie.
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The Office Then and Now
The Office, currently airing on NBC, has many fans. What some of these fans may not realize is that the sitcom is based on a BBC sitcom of the same name.
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A Guide to the Hannibal Lector Trilogy
The Silence of the Lambs, released on Valentine's Day of 1991, went on to be one of the most popular films of that year, both critically and commercially.
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Are Tea and Coffee Safe?
People all over the world count on coffee or tea to wake them up, calm them down, or just refresh them. But are they safe?
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Nick and Nora's Infinite Playlist
Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist is the latest in a string of teen comedies featuring quirky teens who don't quite fit the mold.
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The Karate Kid: A Cult Classic
This article is for anyone who ever wondered, Why is The Karate Kid so famous? Why does it rank up there with The Godfather in terms of its (mostly male) cult following?
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The Most Metal TV Show of All Time
The most metal show on television is Cartoon Network's "Metalocalypse." The aptly-named 'toon follows the misadventures of Dethklok, a five-member death metal band.
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Fox Network's Animated Series: The Critic
With the recent deluge of grown-up cartoons flooding television, it seems only fair to make note of one of their great, if lesser-known, cartoon ancestors: The Critic.
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Seth Rogan in Pineapple Express
Pineapple Express is the newest joint effort from writer-producer Judd Apatow and writer-actor Seth Rogan.
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The Truth about Phthalates
In addition to cell phones, which may be linked to brain cancer, and fluorescent light bulbs, which contain mercury, another common household item may also be harmful.
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Heath Ledger as the Joker in The Dark Knight
The Dark Knight opened amid major hype and major drama. Here's a recap of the movie, the controversy, and why the film lives up to the hype... and why it doesn't.
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The Mark Twain House
Commissioned and inhabited by Mark Twain, the historic Mark Twain House has had a complicated past. Now its future is unclear. Here's what can be done to help.
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Cats and Witches
For hundreds of years, many people believed that cats were evil, and that they were used for the purposes of black magic. Here are a few examples of those myths.
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Dining in Downtown Disney & More
Some the best Disney World restaurants are located in Downtown Disney and the Disney resorts. These eateries are ideal for anyone who appreciates good food.
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Eating Well in Disney World
For a little extra money, Disney World visitors can eat like kings (and queens). Here are some Disney restaurants where diners can get their money's worth.
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Where to Eat Cheap in Disney World
When vacationing at Walt Disney World, you have many options when it comes to food. Here are some helpful tips about where the best family-friendly fare can be found.
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Iron Man
Iron Man, released in summer of 2008, stands apart from the recent slew of superhero movies (Superman Returns, the Spiderman trilogy) in that it is more adult.
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Egyptian Cat Myths
There have been many myths associated with cats over the centuries, and many of these myths originated in Egypt.
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Something's Lurking in the Shampoo
There is a possibility that parabens (a common preservative found in soaps, shampoos, and cosmetics) may encourage breast tumor growth. Here's what you need to know.
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