Nathaniel Wayne
Online movie critic and writer on movie related topics since 2007. Grew up watching movies instead of tv and has been lucky enough to work on a few. Self admitted geek, late 20s, married parent of one. Still can't decide what to be when he grows up. Can't really decide when he plans to grow up.
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'The Avengers' - Movie ReviewOne of the most anticipated films of the last four years is out and busting records. But can it possibly live up to the hype?
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Memorial Day movies: Films about preventing warThere are plenty of war movies out there, but there's also a selection of films about the fight to prevent war from ever breaking out in the first place.
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'Chronicle' director signs to video game movieSony is opting for a new tactic in video game movies by choosing an up and coming director and pairing him with an artistically lauded game.
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'Men In Black 3' relies on time travel: Four ways movies manipulate time'Men In Black 3' will feature a time travel story. Time travel is a familiar concept in movies, but not all of them handle the idea the same way.
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Agent K in 'Men In Black 3,' other dual-cast roles'Men In Black 3' will feature two different actors playing the same character. However, it's hardly the first time this has been done.Also published on:
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James Bond creator to get own movieJames Bond author Ian Fleming lived his own amazing life of intrigue. Now a director has been attached to tell the author's life story.
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Jackie Chan Retires From Action Movies, But Don't Expect a Total DepartureOne of the true action icons of the last 30 years had said he's leaving action films behind.
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'Blade Runner' sequel picking up steam; What could 'Prometheus' mean for long-awaited followup?'Prometheus' director Ridley Scott continues to revisit his classic science fiction films. He now has a collaborator for his sequel to 'Blade Runner.'Also published on:
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'The Dictator' Arrives; Plus, the Wackiest Rulers at the Movies'The Dictator' is in theaters and following the fine tradition of ridiculous ruling figures in movies.
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'The Amazing Spider-Man' Super Trailer Shows Human Side of Spidey'The Amazing Spider-Man' trailer gives a fresh angle on what has been a fairly gloomy marketing campaign so far.
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'Snow White & the Huntsman' Could Mean New Direction for Kristen StewartComing off of the 'Twilight' franchise, Kristen Stewart is at a pivotal point in her career where she has to define herself beyond that series. Is 'Snow White & the Huntsman' the film to do it?
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A Closer Look at the Villain of 'The Avengers 2'The first of two post-credit sequences in 'The Avengers' revealed the next threat the team will face. Here's a closer look at that future villain.
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Deadliest Movie MothersSome mothers show their love by baking fresh cookies. Others pick up a weapon and kick some serious butt.
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'Kick-Ass 2' on the Way; The Last Hope for R-Rated Superhero Flicks?Despite what comic book writer Mark Millar has been saying, a sequel to 'Kick-Ass' has never been a sure thing. Now it looks like it may actually happen.
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When Did Vampires Stop Being Monsters?Vampires are hotter now than they've ever been. However, they've stopped being what they were originally intended: monstrous villains.
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James Cameron Plans to Never Leave PandoraThe legendary director will focus his feature film efforts exclusively on the world he created for 'Avatar.'Also published on:
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'Prometheus' Maintains 'Alien' R Rating TraditionFans have been wondering if Ridley Scott's 'Prometheus' would be rated R or PG-13. The answer has been revealed.
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Most Star-Studded Films of Summer 2012"The Avengers" got the summer started off with quite an impressive cast. But there are other films in the coming months with just as many big names, if not more.
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Possible Future Teammates for 'The Avengers''The Avengers' has gotten the summer off to a roaring start, so now's a great time to look at what new teammates could show up when 'The Avengers 2' inevitably is made.
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Artsy Movies of Summer 2012Not every film released in the summer is full of big explosions. Some are smaller, quieter films for those who need a break from the more bombastic fare.
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Five Physically Miscast ActorsRobert Pattison is taking heat for being a bad physical match for his role in the upcoming 'Mission: Blacklist.' But he's not the first to be physically miscast, and he won't be the last.
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Summer Flicks That Could Surprise in 2012Every summer there are always some movies that have the potential to come out of nowhere and surprise critics and audiences alike.
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Chloe Moretz Continues Promising Career With 'Dark Shadows,' 'Hick'Fifteen-year-old Chloe Moretz, with two very different films being released this summer, has a career most adult actresses would envy.
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Could DC, Warner Bros. Replicate 'The Avengers'?'The Avengers' is a singular achievement, something unprecedented in film. Can Warner Bros. and DC comics do the same thing with their Justice League property?
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Amanda Seyfried, Other Actresses' Sexiest ReinventionsAmanda Seyfried is taking her more subdued sexiness to a whole new level with the upcoming 'Inferno,' following in some notable footsteps.
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Universal Brings in 'Transformers' Writers to Help Reboot 'Van Helsing'Roberto Orci and Alex Kurtzman continue to become one of the power duos of Hollywood.
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What's the Future of the Incredible Hulk on Film?With 'The Avengers' hitting theaters, most of the major heroes already have their own solo efforts and spinoffs planned. But what about the big green meany known as the Hulk?
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From Harry Potter to Mowgli: Screenwriter Steve Kloves Eyes 'Jungle Book' AdaptationHarry Potter scribe Steve Kloves is in negotiations to write, produce, and direct a live action take on 'The Jungle Book' for Warner Bros.
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Choice Details of 'Star Trek' Sequel LeakedAfter much rumor and speculation, a report has come out claiming to confirm the villain of the new 'Star Trek' film.
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New 'The Dark Knight Rises' Trailer Shows More PlotThe latest trailer for the conclusion of Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy gives a greater sense of the story than previous trailers.
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'Snow White & the Huntsman' Sequel Already in the WorksIn anticipation of a strong release for 'Snow White & the Huntsman,' Universal Studios has eyes on a screenwriter to pen the sequel.
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'The Avengers' Cast Is Replaceable, Says Marvel Studio ChiefThose wondering what will happen if and when stars like Robert Downey Jr. decide to leave their superhero characters behind won't have to worry about reboots.
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'Daredevil' Reboot Moves Forward With Script RevisionsOne of the less successful superhero movies will have a second chance soon, as a screenwriter has been brought in to polish the script for the new 'Daredevil.'
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Studio Head Spills 'Die Hard' Sequel DetailsFox CEO Tom Rothman offered a little insight into the next 'Die Hard' film and possibly hinted at where the series might go in the future.
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Where Will 'X-Men' Movie Franchise Go Next?Recent comments from Fox's Tom Rothman give a hint at where the future of X-Men films lies.
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Musicals of Summer 2012There's something for everybody in the summer movie lineup, even musical lovers.
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Weirdest Movies of Summer 2012Some movies just don't lend themselves to standard definitions. There are a few of those coming out this summer.
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Five of the Longest Courtships in Movies'The Five-Year Engagement' isn't the only film to tell the story of a couple who took years to end up together.
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LEGO Movie Has Release DateA movie based on the LEGO line of building toys is moving forward, and now has a release date.
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Five More Great Movies Set in VermontVermont makes for a great vacation spot, and a perfect setting for some delightful films.
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Four Great Bromances on FilmSo many films focus on traditional male/female romance. However, some movies have increasingly been examining bromances.
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'Sin City 2' Finally Moves Forward, First Cast ConfirmedAfter years of delays, the sequel to the neo-noir hit 'Sin City' is finally ramping up, according to director Robert Rodriguez.
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Samuel L. Jackson Talks Possible 'S.H.I.E.L.D.' MovieOne of the possible followups to 'The Avengers' would be a film focusing on the non-superpowered members of the group.
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Best Films Adapted From Philip K. Dick StoriesPhilip K. Dick was one of the most inventive, influential writers in science fiction, and some truly great films have been made from his works.
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Horror Movies of Summer 2012While big action films might get the most attention, there are some scary flicks hitting theaters this summer as well.
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Four Best Meta-MoviesSome films will break the fourth wall for a one-off joke, but some will actively and repeatedly reference the fact that they are only movies.
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Comic Book Anithero Lobo Has New DirectorOne of the more off the wall characters from DC Comics is the interstellar bounty hunter known as Lobo. The adaptation of this character has found a director and may be moving forward soon.
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Lionsgate Names Director for 'The Hunger Games' SequelWith Gary Ross not returning to direct the next film in the series, Lionsgate has wasted little time in choosing a preferred replacement.
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Most Adapted Modern Authors at the Movies'The Lucky One' is the seventh film based off a book by Nicholas Sparks. However, there are plenty of authors more frequently adapted.
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James Cameron Hasn't Given Up on 'Battle Angel Alita'Though he's been focused on 'Avatar' sequels and probably will continue to be for some time, the legendary director hasn't forgotten his plans to adapt the 'Battle Angel Alita' manga.
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Toys Give Better Look at Villains of 'The Avengers'It's confirmed that they're not the Skrulls, they've been glimpsed in the trailer, and now images of upcoming toys give a detailed look at 'Loki's Army.' But who the heck are they?!?
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Five Video Games That Could Be Good MoviesIt's fairly well known that video game movies are mediocre at best. It's a shame because there are games out there that could become genuinely good films.
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Best Movies for Earth DayWith Earth Day upon us once more, it's a great time to take in films with environmental messages.
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Science Fiction Highlights of Summer 2012Summer movies like to be big and over the top. Science fiction films certainly lend themselves to that kind of movie making, so here's some choice sci-fi films coming out this summer.
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Joss Whedon's Rocky Road to Feature FilmsThe writer of 'Cabin in the Woods' and director of 'The Avengers' hopes to be having his first true feature film smashes after years of small screen success and false starts on the big screen.
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New Superman Movie Hopes to Make Man of Steel 'Edgy'Director Zack Snyder plans to bring a darker, more edgy feel to the original superhero. But is this even appropriate for a character like Superman?
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'The Amazing Spider-Man' Director Hints at Large Changes to Hero's OriginIn a recent interview, the director of the 'Spider-Man' reboot revealed some of the significant changes made to the backstory of everybody's favorite wall-crawler.
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Five Best Films Set in MaineEvery state brings its own unique feeling and flavor to any film that is set there. Then ortheastern state of Maine is no exception.
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Comedy Films of Summer 2012We can all use a few good laughs in the hottest time of the year, so here's a look at the comedies of the summer season.
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'The Hunger Games' Sequel Deals with First RoadblocksThe inevitable sequel to the massively successful film has wasted no time in hitting its first few potential snags and doing everyhitng possible to work through them
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Six Best Horror Movies Based on Stephen King StoriesThe master of fear has had dozens of films adapted from his work, but some have risen to the level of true classics.
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What's at Stake for the Superhero Films of Summer 2012?No summer would be complete without a few superhero movies. This summer is offering up some of the biggest ever.
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Five Best Films Set in ConnecticutEvery state brings its own unique feel and flavor to whatever movies are set there. Connecticut is no exception.
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Sequels of the 2012 Summer Movie SeasonIt can't be summer blockbuster season without a few sequels.
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Top Summer 2012 Movies for KidsThe summer movie season brings a little something for everybody. But perhaps the kids make out the best of all.
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Universal Plans to Bring 'The Mummy' Back From the DeadAfter three entries and a spinoff, Universal has decided it's time to start over again on 'The Mummy.'
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Roland Emmerich to Blow Up the White House AgainDisaster movie director Roland Emmerich is in talks to direct an action film set within the White House.Also published on:
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April Showers: Films Starring Storms at SeaApril is a month known for bringing about the rain. In that spirit, here's a few films featuring particularly vicious storms out at sea.
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What Makes a Good Movie Geek?Morgan Spurlock's latest documentary 'Comic Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope' takes a look at the single biggest gathering of geeks anywhere in the world. What makes an ideal geek in the movies.
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April Showers: Five Films Featuring FloodsSpring means rainy season for most of the country, so why not take in a few films where the water is flowing a little too freely?
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'Total Recall' Trailer Shows Remake Very Different From OriginalThe first full trailer for this summer's 'Total Recall' shows audiences a very different film from the ultraviolent original.
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Five Best Films Set in ChicagoNYC and LA aren't the only cities that movies are set it, though it may seem like it sometimes. Here's a look at the best films set in the Windy City.
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Five Best Films Set in BostonNYC and LA aren't the only cities that movies are set it, though it may seem like it sometimes. Here's a look at the best films set in Beantown (Boston).
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Best and Worst Steampunk MoviesSteampunk, the increasingly popular science fiction subgenre, has a very uneven presence on film.
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The Best (Worst?) Bullies on FilmWith the documentary 'Bully' coming soon, it's a great time to take a look at the best (or is it the worst?) bullies the movies have given us.
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Liam Neeson to Return as Ra's al Ghul in 'The Dark Knight Rises'Adding to the sense of things coming full circle, a cast member from 'Batman Begins' has been confirmed as returning for 'The Dark Knight Rises.'
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Cast for 'Carrie' Remake Taking ShapeAn offer has gone out for a young actress to play the lead, and big names are being considered for the demented mother.
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Five of the Most Satisfying Villain Deaths on FilmIt's expected that the bad guy is going to lose, possibly even get killed. However, sometimes that's done in a far more satisfying fashion than others.
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DC Animated Movies: The Best Superhero Game in TownAs fans clamor over each new live action superhero film, the most consistently excellent superhero flicks are quietly being cranked out in animated form direct-to-video.
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Five of the Best Character Entrances in MoviesFirst impressions are extremely important. Some films do them better than others.
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'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' a Loss for MGM; What Now for American 'Millennium'?Despite doing more than double the business of the original film, the American remake did not make enough to be considered profitable. The sequels may be in jeopardy.
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Five DC Comics Characters in Need of Their Own MoviesAs Marvel moves ever forward, introducing more and more of its characters to the screen, rival company DC is missing many great opportunities.
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Four Movies Where Teenagers Fight BackOften times youth can bring with it a feeling of helplessness. That's why films where young people make a stand and fight back can be so compelling.
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Best and Worst Films Set at HarvardOne of the most prestigious universities has been the setting for both wonderful and terrible films.
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Five Movies About Deadly TournamentsWith 'The Hunger Games' almost in theaters, it's a great time to look at other films featuring deadly competitions and fights to the death.
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Three Movies That Set Up Sequels We're Still Waiting ForHollywood loves a franchise. However, sometimes a film will subtly or blatantly set up a sequel that never comes to pass.
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ... From Space?Producer Michael Bay let slip a unique and highly questionable spin on the next planned 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle' film in a recent interview.
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Oddball Apocalypse MoviesThe end of the world is a fairly well-worn movie topic. However, some look beyond the obvious and give very strange, unique spins on this concept.
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Five Best Movies Set in VermontThe Green Mountain State has served as the setting for more than a few great films, from well-known classics to independent gems.
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Five Movies About Video Game CompetitionsMovies based on video games aren't all that uncommon. Somewhat rarer are movies about video games.
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Great Superman Villains Who Haven't Been in the Movies YetDespite a sixth Superman film in the works, the movies still have only scratched the surface of the original superhero's rogues gallery.
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'The Hunger Games' Marketing Dances Around PremiseFor the all the hype surrounding the release of 'The Hunger Games,' very little attention is actually being paid to the rather edgy plot material.
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Most Ridiculous Basketball MoviesWith March Madness upon us, why not take a bit of a break from the stress of watching your team get cut and indulge in some of the truly off-the-wall basketball movies Hollywood has given us?
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'Garbage Pail Kids' Movie Reboot on the WayDespite being little more than a 1980s novelty, the Garbage Pail Kids may be hitting the big screen in the not so distant future.
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Boozy Cinema ChoicesLet's not kid ourselves -- most of us will be drinking this coming weekend. Why not add to the fun with some enticing pairings of films and booze?
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Have 'Iron Man 3' Plot Details Leaked Online?Though it's not due out until next year, some early details of the plot for Marvel's 'Iron Man 3' may have been leaked.
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Joss Whedon Says Villains in 'The Avengers' Are NOT the SkrullsIt's been rumored for some time that the shape-shifting aliens would be the villains in the superhero team-up movie. However, that has finally and definitively been shot down by the film's director.
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'Spider-Man' Spinoff for Venom Still in the WorksDespite the lukewarm reaction the character received in 'Spider-Man 3,' Sony is still planning a spinoff for Venom, bringing the director of 'Chronicle' to do it.
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Three TV Shows That Could Be Great MoviesHollywood has never shied away from making TV shows into movies. However, there are some gems that haven't been tapped yet.
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Best and Worst Movies Set on Mars'John Carter' sees its titular character adventuring on the red planet. However, he's not the first cinematic hero to go there.
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Great 'X-Men' Characters Who Haven't Shown Up in the Movies YetGiven the immense cast of the series, it seems like every major 'X-Men' character has appeared onscreen. However, there are a few key characters yet to appear who could work very well.
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Best and Worst Science Fiction Films Set in the 1800sWith 'John Carter' hitting theaters, it's a great time to see how well and how poorly sci-fi stories set during the 1800s can work.
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Comic Book Hero Bloodshot on His Way to the Big ScreenStudios have started to look outside of Marvel and DC for comic book properties to adapt to film.
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Are Teen Party Comedies Harmful?'Project X' is the latest film about teenagers having truly wild and over the top parties. Are films like this potentially a harmful influence?
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Three Movies That Should Have Been TV ShowsSometimes TV shows will be adapted to movies or vice-versa. Other times movies would have worked much better if they'd just been TV shows in the first place.
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Actors and Actresses With the Most OscarsAt this year's Oscars, Meryl Streep joined an elite group of performers with three or more Academy Awards for acting. Here's a look at the other members of this exclusive club.
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Viral Video for 'Prometheus' Hints at Film's Direction and ThemesThe marketing for the highly anticipated sci-fi film has gone viral and there are some very interesting links to the 'Alien' film series.
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Five Spider-Man Villains Who Haven't Been in the Movies Yet'The Amazing Spider-Man' will mark the film debut of The Lizard, but there's still plenty of viable Spider-Man villains who have yet to grace the screen.
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Which Season of 'House' Was the Best?With the hit medical drama ending, it's a great time to look at the best season that the show gave to fans.
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'Jersey Shore' Was Best the First Time AroundA look back on why that first season of MTV's hit show was so special.
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Three Manga Adaptations in the Works in HollywoodWith most of the mainstream American comics already adapted to film, Hollywood is looking to Japanese manga for the next big wave of features.
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Great Batman Villains Who Haven't Been in the Movies YetAfter 'The Dark Knight Rises' hits theaters, it will only be a matter of time before the series is rebooted again. But when that happens, what villains are left to use that haven't been done before?
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What Does 'The Artist' Best Picture Win Mean for Hollywood?Best Picture winners tend to start trends in Hollywood for the kinds of movies that will come out for the next few years. So what does 'The Artist' win mean?
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Three Film Series in Desperate Need of a RebootWith all the rebooting going on in Hollywood, there are a few film franchises that need one but haven't received it yet.
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Foreign Born Directors Who've Won OscarsThe Academy Awards are dominated by Americans but non-American directors have been recognized by the Academy on several occassions.
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What's Next for Batman After 'The Dark Knight Rises?'Possibly the most anticipated film of the year is the conclusion to Christopher Nolan's trilogy of Batman films. What will happen with the caped crusader after the series ends?
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Oscar-Nominated Science Fiction FilmsScience fiction tends to get ignored at the Academy Awards as far as winning goes, but there have been some great sci-fi films that have garnered nominations.
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Five of the Weirdest Movies Ever Nominated for Best PictureBy and large the Best Picture nominees tend to be fairly straightforward dramas. However, every now and then a film comes out of left field to pick up a nomination despite, or perhaps because of, its strangeness
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Three Great Performances in Bad MoviesIt's a regrettable thing when a great performance is wasted on a mediocre or even lousy movie, but sadly it happens. That doesn't mean the performance shouldn't be recognized.
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Warner Bros. Trying to Resurrect 'I Am Legend'Against all logic, Warner Bros. is working on a sequel to the Will Smith hit 'I Am Legend.'
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'Ultimate Dog Tease' Movie Proof That Hollywood Has Truly Run Out of IdeasMany have lamented studios scraping the bottom of the barrel, but Paramount has just struck a deal that marks a whole new low.
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Tips for Oscar Betting Pools: Best Screenplay, Best Animated FeatureIf you haven't put your money on anybody yet, here's some last-minute advice on some of the major categories. This one covers Screenplays and Animated Feature.
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Does 'Jersey Shore' Need a Villain?Mike 'The Situation' seems to have resigned himself to being the house 'bad guy' but does a show like this even really need one?
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What Will Happen to the Supporting Characters on 'House'?Now that the show is definitely ending, how will the stories of the various supporting characters be wrapped up?
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Tips for Oscar Betting Pools: Best Director, Best Supporting Actor, Best Supporting ActressIf you haven't put your money on anybody yet here's some last minute advice on some of the major categories. This one covers the Best Supporting Actor and Actress as well as Best Director categories.
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Tips for Oscar Betting Pools: Best Picture, Best Actor, Best ActressIf you haven't put your money on anybody yet, here's some last minute advice on some of the major categories. This one will cover Best Picture as well as Best Actor and Actress categories.
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Movies With Great Visual Effects Snubbed at 2012 OscarsEvery year the Oscar nominees begin the debate over what films were passed over. Here's a look at some of the best visual effects that were snubbed.
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Two Horror Directors to Tackle 'Beauty and the Beast''Snow White' has two very different versions coming out this year. It looks like in another year or two the same thing will happen with 'Beauty and the Beast.'
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'Snow White,' 'Mirror' Cast Light on 'the Little People'The beauty of film is that a performer doesn't need great physical stature to make a big impression. There have some films to feature wonderful characters portrayed by little people.
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Oscar-Winning Actresses Born AbroadBy and large the Academy Awards are dominated by films made in the U.S. and starring Americans. However, sometimes a great performance in a foreign film will take the gold.
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Best Romances in Spy MoviesWho says spies who risk their lives for country and operate in secret can't have an active love life while they're at it?
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Best Movies to Feature Mythical DwarvesA dwarf may refer to a little person but it can also be a mythic race of creatures common in fantasy stories. This list deals with the latter.
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Pauly D's Stalker on 'Jersey Shore' Reveals Celebrity Status of Cast'Jersey Shore' keeps trying to play off the cast as average beach-goers. But it's getting harder to hide their celebrity status, as Pauly D's recent 'stalker' proves.
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Hollywood's Newest Trend: The Soft RebootReboots became big in the wake of 'Batman Begins' but the landscape has changed somewhat and a slight twist on the franchise reboot is emerging.
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'Transformers 4' Will Be a Semi-RebootThe future of the 'Transformers' franchise gets a twist when the producer labels the next sequel a 'reboot.'
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Vampires & Zombies Vs. Aliens in Upcoming Film 'The Kitchen Sink'A hot script from two years ago which pits classic monsters against invading aliens now has a director.
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Current Season of 'House' is Officially the Last, so How Will it End?After much speculation it's been confirmed that the currently running season of "House" will be the final season of the hit show.
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'The Avengers' Villain Revealed in Board Game?As has been the trend lately, another highly guarded secret about an upcoming comic book movie has been leaked thanks to a toy.
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'The Bourne Legacy' Trailer Introduces Bourne Movie Without Jason BourneThe first trailer for the follow-up to the 'Bourne' trilogy has hit the Web and gives fans a first look at the new protagonist.
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Original Screenplays Snubbed at the 2012 OscarsEvery year the Oscar nominees begin the debate over what films were passed over. Here's a look at some of the best original screenplays that were snubbed.
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Valentine's Day Viewing: Deadly LoversLove can be amazing, funny, or tragic. It can also hurt, as in the physical sense. Here's a look at the some movies featuring one-time lovers literally at each others throats.
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'Blade Runner' Return for Harrison Ford 'Unlikely'; But What If He Did?When the 'Blade Runner' follow-up was announced any involvement from Harrison Ford was shot down. After a new report says otherwise, the filmmakers state again that he's not in it. So what's going on?
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Most Obnoxious Movie SidekicksWith 'Star Wars Episode I - The Phantom Menace' back in theaters, Jar Jar Binks gets to crawl down audiences' throats once more. Here's a look at some other true appalling sidekicks.
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The Best Bad Cops on FilmCops are meant to be the good guys, but not all cops are truly about upholding the law. Here's a look at the cops who were the best at being bad.
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A Sense of Déjà Vu on 'House'With so many things different in the new season of "House" it all feels oddly familiar.
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Biggest Teases in 'Jersey Shore' Promotion"Jersey Shore" has a history of hinting and teasing things that either don't happen or don't end up being shown.
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Best Directors Snubbed at 2012 OscarsEvery year the Oscar nominees bring about the question of who was passed over. Here's a look at the best directors of the past year snubbed at the Academy Awards.
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New 'Amazing Spider-Man' Trailer Shows What's DifferentAfter the decided mixed reaction to the first trailer from last year, Sony has taken a new route with the recently debuted trailer, and it's a much more effective one.
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Recent Oscar Winners for Comedic RolesWith so many serious, heavy performances nominated for Oscars this year, it's easy to forget that sometimes a good laugh will win a performer that golden statue.
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Best Adapted Screenplay Snubs at 2012 OscarsEvery year the Oscar nominees see deserving movies snubbed in every category. Here's a look at a few of the adapted screenplays that were passed over.
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Best Movies Set in New JerseyNew Jersey tends to get a bad rap and be the subject of harsh punchlines. So we should never forget the great movies set and filmed there.
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Most Reckless Superheroes in MoviesSuperheroes are supposed to protect the innocent and defend those in danger. However, some get their priorities mixed up and forget about this part of the job.
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The Most Sanitized Disney Animated ClassicsRight from the start Disney took stories with some scary or violent elements and made them more family-friendly. Some of the studio's instances of whitewashing are more severe than others.
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Oscar-Winning Actors Born AbroadBy and large the Academy Awards are dominated by films made in the U.S. and starring Americans. However, sometimes a great performance in a foreign film will take the gold.
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First Indications From Marvel Emerge on 'Captain America 2,' 'S.H.I.E.L.D.'An interview with actor Neal McDonough drops hints at what as yet unconfirmed films will be appearing on Marvel's upcoming slate.
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Three Movie Characters You Should Never DateThere are many movie characters women dream of dating. But some of them should never be dated under any circumstances.
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Best Lead Performances Snubbed at 2012 OscarsEvery year the announcement of the Oscar nominations brings about the talk of which actors were snubbed. It's not always surprising what performances are passed over, but it doesn't make it any less disappointing.
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Matthew Vaughn Will Return to Direct 'X-Men: First Class' SequelFox keeps its mutant franchise alive and intends to continue the story started by the most recent entry.
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What Do the SAG, DGA Awards Results Mean for the Oscars?As more and more other awards shows take place, the Oscar field narrows, bringing into focus the likely winners of the Academy Awards this year.
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Should Vinny Have Returned to 'Jersey Shore'?After a brief time away, Vinny is returning to the shore, but is it actually the best thing for him?
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Can Foreman Ever Control House?Foreman's been the boss for a few months now, so it's time to assess how he's doing.
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Best Supporting Performances Snubbed at 2012 OscarsEvery year the announcement of the Oscar nominations brings about the talk of what actors were snubbed. It's not always surprising what performances are passed over, but doesn't make it any less disappointing.
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Best Movies to Feature UnicornsUnicorns are one of the most recognizable mythical creatures in the world, and they've even been featured in a few great movies.
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Next 'Terminator' Film Will Be Rated RAfter a lackluster PG-13 entry, the franchise hopes to get back on track with an R-rated follow up.
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Darren Aronofsky's Biblical Epic Will Film This SummerAcclaimed director Darren Aronofsky has a history of having trouble getting his films made, but his latest passion project looks to be ramping up and ready to go.
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Director of 'The Grey' to Remake 'Death Wish''The Grey' is already a hit with critics and audiences, and the film's director is lining up the movies he'll make down the line, including a remake of an old action staple.
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Under-Seen 2011 Movies Based on True StoriesEvery year there are great movies in every genre that don't get seen as much as they deserve. Here's a look at the best under-seen movies based on reality of the past year.
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Best (and Worst) Female-to-Male Cross-Dressers on FilmWith Glenn Close nominated for an Oscar for her role in 'Albert Nobbs,' it's a great time to examine other women who have posed as men in movies.
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'The Crow' Remake Gets Back on TrackAfter a year or so of delays due to legal issues, the remake of the 1994 classic is finally in a position to move forward.
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Best Films Ignored at the 2012 OscarsEvery year the announcement of the Oscar nominations brings about the talk of what films were snubbed. It's not always surprising what movies are passed over, but it doesn't make it any less disappointing.
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Biggest Surprises of the 84th Academy Award NominationsEvery nomination list brings joy, disappointment, and a few surprises. Here's a look at the biggest surprises of this year's Oscar nominees.
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Is 'The Situation' Really Gone from 'Jersey Shore'?Mike 'The Situation' appears to have left the 'Jersey Shore' house at the end of the most recent episode. What brought all this on and will he come back?
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Warner Bros. Moves 'Jack the Giant Killer' to Spring 2013Warner Bros. pushes 'Jack the Giant Killer' back nine months to March 2013. What does this say about the prospects of the would-be blockbuster?
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Best Picture Coming Down to 'The Artist' vs. 'The Descendants'As the awards season moves along, it's becoming clear that the Oscar race for Best Picture is really between two films. Others will have to be happy to just get nominated.
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What the Oscars Need: A Populist Winner for Best PictureThe ratings for the Oscars have been declining for a number of years. Many things have been tried to up the interest of viewers, but it's all for naught if a popular movie doesn't stand a chance at winning.
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Will the Oscars Ever Recognize Motion Capture Acting?With more and films making use of motion capture technology one has to wonder: Will the Academy Awards ever nominate a motion capture performance?
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Meryl Streep: Oscar's Favorite ActressHer recent win at the Golden Globes all but guarantees a least a nomination for Meryl Streep, widening her record as the most nominated actress in the history of the awards.
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How Will 'House' End?While the current season of "House" isn't officially the last there's a good chance it will be. So how could a show like this end?
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Toughest Female Action Heroes in MoviesAs a rule of thumb, action movies feature musclebound men beating up other men. Sometimes ladies step into the fray to show the guys how it's done, though.
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Oldest Actors to Win OscarsActors of all ages have taken home the golden statue from the Academy Awards. Christopher Plummer's Golden Globe win puts him on the road to being the oldest actor ever to win, and he's in good company.
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Great Violent Movies Nobody Saw in 2011Every year there are great movies in every genre that don't get seen as much attention as they deserve. Here's a look at the best under-seen movies that got a little bloody this past year.
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'The Avengers' Will Focus Most on Captain AmericaWhile most are excited for 'The Avengers,' many have wondered how the film will balance all the characters. It turns out that the movie will be seen from the perspective of Captain America.
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Three Sequels That Won Best Picture at the OscarsBoth audiences and critics alike are quick to decry a lack of originality in Hollywood and point to the glut of sequels as proof. However, some sequels are undeniably special and have the Oscar statues to prove it.
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Best Underage Fantasy Film HeroesFantasy is one of the few film genres that lends itself to underage heroes. This is a look at some of the best out there.
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Did Fox Shoot Test Footage for R-Rated Deadpool Movie?Fox has had 'Deadpool' on the back burner for a few years without much word. But now rumors have popped up about the studio possibly having shot test footage for the project.
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'Avatar' Sequels Pushed Back Two YearsThere has never been much question that there would be sequels to the massively successful 'Avatar.' Exactly when they'll be out is more of an open question, and now it looks like it'll be longer than initially thought.
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Who Else Might Leave 'Jersey Shore'?Vinny is leaving the show that made him famous. Has he set the stage for other cast members to depart in the future?
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Three Oscar Winners Who Didn't Win in the Categories You'd ExpectSometimes Oscar winners don't take home the prizes for the kind of work they're best known for. Every now and then, somebody will win in a category that people wouldn't expect.
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Screen Legends Who Never Won OscarsSome figures in film are so legendary that most people assume they must have won Oscars at some point in their careers. However, sometimes those people are wrong.
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'Battle Royale' Finally to Be Released in AmericaThe cult favorite Japanese film 'Battle Royale' has never had an official American release. Now it's finally coming stateside just in time to cash in on the similarly themed 'The Hunger Games.'
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Is the 'Jersey Shore' Cast Better Sober?Everybody loves the drunken antics of the cast on 'Jersey Shore,' but to hear them tell it things are actually better when they don't drink so much
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Three Biggest Career Nosedives Following Oscar WinsOne would think winning an Oscar would catapult an actor to new levels of fame and opportunity. Sometimes, though, they just plummet to earth almost immediately after winning the big prize.
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'House' Season 9 Not Yet Ruled OutShow producer Kevin Reilly has now stated that the final decision hasn't been made yet about whether or not the current season will be the last. What would a ninth season even look like?
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Fiercest Alien Warrior Races on FilmOne of any sci-fi fan's favorite genre staples is the race of alien warriors. Here's a look at the best otherwordly species for whom combat runs deep in their veins.
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Smugglers on FilmWhen something needs to be transported to a place where it's not supposed to be, then it's time to call a smuggler. This occupation turns up in a surprisingly varied number of films.
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Three Great Comedies of 2011 Nobody SawEvery year there are great movies in every genre that don't get seen as much as they deserve. Here's a look at the best under-seen comedies of the past year.
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Three Great Thrillers of 2011 Nobody SawEvery year there are great movies in every genre that don't get seen as much as they deserve. Here's a look at the best under-seen thrillers of the past year.
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Great Creature Features of 2011 Nobody SawEvery year there are great movies in every genre that don't get seen as much as they deserve. Here's a look at the best under-seen monster flicks of the past year.
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Three Movies That Didn't Need Sequels But Got Them AnywayThere may be nothing Hollywood loves more than a good sequel. However, some films are so thoroughly completed by the end that they don't allow for a sequel, but that hasn't stopped the studios from making them.
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Geekiest Movies Closing 2012Another year, another batch of geeky films. 2012 gets started early, and here's a look at the most geek-friendly films in the last part of the new year.
