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7 Movie Tropes that Don’t Work in Real Life

Movies frequently employ dramatic and unrealistic scenarios to create suspense, humor, or drama. But no matter how much we enjoy watching these situations play out, they're usually just not practical or possible in real life. Below are some popular movie tropes that are unlikely to work in reality

1. The Hero Always Wins Photo Credit: Shutterstock.

The hero-always-wins movie trope is a common element in action and adventure films. The protagonist faces difficult and dangerous situations but ult...

8 Great Movies your Grandparents would Want you to Watch

There are several vintage movies which have become timeless classics; movies that have captivated audiences for generations. These movies are not only a source of entertainment but also a window into the past, providing a glimpse of different eras and societies. Here are 8 vintage movies that would take your breath away

1. HarveyPhoto Credit: Universal Pictures.

Harvey is a 1950 film based on a play by Mary Chase, directed by Henry Koster, and starring James Stewart as Elwood P. Dowd, a man wit...

Twelve 90’s Movies You Have to See at Least Once

For many, the remnants of the 1990s are kept alive in internet quizzes, memes, and the occasional old-school film that makes its way to the Top 10 on Netflix. However, for those of us who lived through the decade, we have a special place in our hearts for the films that shaped our pop culture landscape. These movies molded our fashion, tastes, and even social interactions. So, take a trip down memory lane and indulge in these unforgettable films that defined a generation. These are the 90s movie...

20 Most Overrated TV Shows of All Time

Have you ever heard of a popular TV series and felt compelled to watch it, only to be disappointed? Some TV series are all hype but don’t deliver on their promises. Although we each have our own preferences, there are certain shows that most people can agree are just overrated. Today, we’ll talk about the 20 most overrated TV series of all time—some people wouldn't even bother to watch past the first episode!

1. Grey’s AnatomyPhoto Credit: ABC Signature.

One person said, “Grey’s Anatomy … I mea...

17 TV Shows that People Never want to See Again

We all have our own preferences for everything, including TV shows. Some of us love creative story-telling, original plots, character development. Sometimes it's a classic RomCom, thriller, or mystery. But while we have shows we love, we also could name a few shows we never want to see. So on that note, here are some of the top shows our friends on Reddit never want to see again!

1. Keeping Up with the KardashiansPhoto Credit: Shutterstock.

While others find the Kardashian show entertaining an...

17 TV Shows with the Worst Possible Endings

One of the things we can remember about the show is its ending—is it beautiful or tragic, maybe boring, or doesn't make sense, or a cliff-hanger Today, we're discussing 17 TV shows with some of the worst endings ever! 

1. ALFPhoto Credit: Alien Productions.

One person said, “Nobody will remember this, but the correct answer is ALF. It was supposed to be a cliffhanger, but the show got canceled, and they ended the series with ALF being captured and taken away to be dissected. GOOD NIGHT KIDS!”

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15 TV Shows that People Can’t stop Talking About

Have you ever watched a TV show once and just couldn’t get over it? You start talking about it to all your friends (and maybe they get annoyed), or maybe you discover they loved it too and now you both can't stop talking about it? Well, you're not alone! Today, we're talking about 15 TV shows that people can’t stop talking about.

1. True DetectivePhoto Credit: HBO Entertainment.

One person commented, “I have to say it's the 1st season of True Detective.”

Another person replied, “Yeah. I held o...

20 TV Shows with the Strongest Pilot Episode

It's common knowledge that the pilot episode of any given TV show is just a warm-up round. To know what you're getting into, and decide if you really want to watch it, you have to give most shows 2-3 episodes. But some shows just have a really strong pilot, and you know from the beginning that the show is going to be good. Today, let’s talk about the top 20 TV shows with the strongest first episodes. Do you have one in mind? Check out this list and see if it's here!

1. ChernobylPhoto Credit: HB...

15 TV Dads that Everyone Wishes they could Have

Amazing dads are a gift to the world. Sometimes when we watch a great TV show or movie with a great father figure, it's easy to get Dad-jealousy. If you’re looking for interesting TV shows with a wonderful parent-child bond, check out this blog. Here are the 15 best TV dads that everyone wishes they could have in real life!

1. Bandit Heeler, from BlueyPhoto Credit: Ludo Studio.

Bandit Heeler is a fictional character from the Australian children's animated television show “Bluey.” He is the fath...

15 Comfort Shows People still Love to Watch

Some shows we watch for their excellence, some we enjoy for the action or the romance, and some are old favorites that we could watch again and again, no matter what. Whether it’s the usual day off from work, taking breaks from cooking, or wanting to be entertained any day, your go-to comfort show can keep you company. Here are 15 TV shows people have found comfort in and will never get tired of watching!

1. Malcolm in the MiddlePhoto Credit: Touchstone Television.

Malcolm in the Middle is an A...