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September 17, 2023
Brace Yourself: 20 of the Most Intense Movies People Have Enjoyed
Have you ever watched a film so intense that even after years of watching it, you still couldn’t forget it? Well, if intense movies are your cup of tea, continue reading and grab popcorn on your way; here are 20 movies that will make you forget to breathe!
1. Prisoners (2013)
One Reddit user commented, “Prisoners.”
A second person replied, “This was going to be my response. The scene where he's driving to the hospital through the rain is incredible.”
The...
September 16, 2023
10 Creepy Disturbing Movie Endings That Are Hard To Swallow
As a film fanatic, I love an ending with a surprise twist that I didn't see coming. When this filmmaking device is executed well, it can make a movie memorable for all the right reasons. Conversely, when a film can't quite pull off a surprise ending, it can appear creepy, disturbing, and unsettling. Spoiler alert: According to a recent online thread, these ten movies had endings that were so bad they defied logic.
1. Solaris (2002)
George Clooney's character,...
Just Like John Wick: 13 Movies to Watch if You Loved John Wick
Are you a fan of the John Wick series? Well, you’re not alone! Seeing Keanu Reeves in action fighting the bad guys with his smooth movement combined with brilliant cinematography, the film surely earned a lot of fans.
Well, if you love action movies with a similar vibe to John Wick, here are 13 movies to watch! Go grab some popcorn now.
1. Bullet Train (2022)
One person said, “I enjoyed Bullet Train, a bit less serious than John Wick, but some pretty enjoyable action....
A Decade of Cla-ics: What Characterizes Movies From the 80’s?
What comes to mind immediately when you hear cinema or films made in the 1980s? Do you think they’re good or just bad because they don’t have much technology?
Well, here are some people’s thoughts about 80s cinema!
1. Bar-Setting Action Movies
Somebody shared, “I think the '80s set the bar for straight-up action (and, frankly, violent [but awesome]) Rated R movies: The Road Warrior, Escape From New York, First Blood, Sudden Impact, The Terminator, Commando, Robocop, A...
September 15, 2023
Stuck in a Rut: 15 Excellent Actors Who Stopped Acting with Variety
Do you know any actors who started off pa-ionately in acting, but once they gained fame, they just started playing themselves over and over again? Well, Hollywood is a pretty big industry, and you can easily spot actors going in other directions in their careers.
Today, here are 15 actors that Redditors agree have been playing themselves more often!
1. Dwayne Johnson (The Rock)
One Reddit user shared in detail, “As much as people have come to look at The Rock as more ...
Over Your Head: 10 Movie Jokes You Totally Missed Growing Up
Have you ever watched a movie and encountered an awkward line or two that seem like a punchline, but they just don't make sense? Well, it’s pretty common that we wouldn’t get all of the jokes, especially if we're young. Sometimes you end up looking them up, or rewatching years later before you finally get it. Here are 10 jokes from films that Redditors didn’t get for years or had to look up!
1. Blazing Saddles
One person shared, “I missed a lot of jokes from Blazing Sa...
September 14, 2023
Closing Time: 11 Best Songs We’ve Heard During Movie Credits
Do you ever remember a movie so hard, not because it is good or bad, but because it has the best roll credit song? Well, some of these Redditors commend these movies for it!
Here are 11 movies with their best roll credit songs that remain unforgettable to those who hear them.
1. “Rage Against the Machine” by Wake Up (The Matrix)
One person commented, “'Rage Against The Machine', Wake Up, The Matrix.”
A second person replied, “Almost qualifies as Beetleju...
Square Pegs: 10 Amazing Actors Who Didn’t Fit In Their Leading Role
Have you ever watched a movie and thought, “Whoah, this actor doesn’t seem like a good fit!” Well, turns out there are lots of movies where Redditors think that lead actors, no matter how talented, were the wrong fit to cast!
Do you remember some other movies where you think this is the case? Let us know if they’re here!
1. Matthew McConaughey in Interstellar
One person stated, “I just re-watched Interstellar last night, and it was just as good, if not better, than I ...
September 12, 2023
25 Incredible Sequels and Remakes That Surpa- The Originals
Every once in a while, a movie sequel or remake surpa-es the original film. After polling the internet, “Name a single movie where the sequel or remake was better than the original?” Here are the top-voted responses.
1. The Dark Knight (2008)
“The Dark Knight had so many more moving pieces. They were beautifully done, but you could argue that the Joker was the main character, not Batman,” one suggested. Another confessed, “I have no attachment to Batman, grew up a Capt...
September 10, 2023
11 Cla-ic Shows from the 90’s that are Still Favorites
Some TV shows in the 90's were so iconic they've remained popular throughout the decades. These TV shows are all-time favorites. Some of us like them even better than modern shows. Do you have a favorite show from the 90's that you just can’t let go of? See if it's on our list!
1. The X-Files
The X-Files is a science fiction television series that originally aired from 1993 to 2002. The show revolves around two FBI agents, Fox Mulder and Dana Scully, who i...