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Those who love cinema and film criticism should be more than familiar enough withRoger EbertandGene Siskel. But any good show requires drama, and as it happens,Siskel & Eberthad plenty of it. Sometimes, those disagreements made for some really solid entertainment. Custom Image by Zanda Rice Though the Academy seemed to disagree, one can see where they’re coming from. Of course, such a cultural phenomenon couldn’t go without aSiskel & Ebertreview....

Adolescencehas been dominating the cultural conversation since the miniseries was released on Netflix in March. Each of the series' four episodes is filmed in one uninterrupted take. Long takes have been a flashy and appealing challenge for filmmakers for decades. Custom Image by Nimesh Perera There are myriad ways that filmmakers can experiment behind the scenes to create work that is engaging and fresh. Throughout Mason’s adolescence, he and his family experience a range of milestones, ups and downs....

Throughout the history of storytelling, few names have had a greater impact thanWilliam Shakespeare. And this isn’t just on stage. Indeed, the big screen has paved the way for some of the best re-imaginings. Custom Image by Jefferson Chacon They have proved to be the best of the best. Alas, that may prove a problem given Kat’s infamous antisocial attitude. Surreal, savage, and unapologetically stylized,its avante-garde production designalone will leave audiences hypnotized and disoriented....

These are ten of those shows, ranked from least to most likely to appeal toThe Boysfans' tastes. It’s a fantastic, creative, often hilarious animated series that really deserves to get a second season. It’s always thrilling when an underrated roster is given their place in the spotlight like this. Image by Jefferson Chacon It’s hilarious, well-written, and it offers a shockingly greatJohn Cenaperformance in the lead role. It’s just that good of a TV series....

Sometimes, the difference is subtle and you don’t notice it right away. Other times, the gap is the entire point and the heart of the story.. It works under the film’s fantasy framework because their romance manages to hold its charm. Image by Zanda Rice Nevertheless, there’s asignificant age gap that some may be surprised to learn about. Still, the two co-stars had undeniable chemistry, with the age difference quickly fading into the background....

Some of these shows continued for many seasons, others didnt last long but are fondly remembered. Looking for a cool throwback show to watch that didnt make its way to the list 35 years ago? These are all solid options. Image by Federico Napoli 12’Are You Afraid of the Dark?' (19921996) Created by D.J. This was scariness for tweens and teens who werent interested in watching classic terrifying horror movies with their parents....

That honor belongs to the emotionally devastating death of Joel (Pedro Pascal). For those who haven’t played both games, Joel’s death in the show was quite a shock. Nopeand just likeGame of Thronesduring its prime, there is no plot armor to spare. “Future Days” showed Joel and Ellie during a troubled time in their relationship. Along the way, Ellie yells at Joel that she doesn’t need him to protect her....

Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Prime Video. The shows supporting cast includesMichael Zegen,Marin Hinkle, andTony Shalhoub. The series has also earned a number of accolades, including 22 Emmys and three Golden Globes. Besides Purnell, the series also starsAaron Moten,Kyle MacLachlan,Walton Goggins, and more. Asecond seasonis currently in the works, though it doesnt have an official release date yet. She then uses this ability to find out the truth about her fathers mysterious death over 20 years ago....

Some filmmakers, likeM. It wouldn’t take a film buff to recognize production companyA24’s significant impact onfilm culture and independent filmmaking. Uncut Gemsis a modern masterpiecewith a forward momentum and energy unlike any other movie made before. Image via A24 As the misfortunes begin to pile on, it seems that an unspeakable evil is the cause. It’s difficult to tell what directionThe Witchis going in during its opening act. It’s a reveal that’s magnificently handled andtruly unsettling in every way....

Ballard’s introduction came off as rushed. As a result, the episode left me with an unsatisfying feeling aboutBosch’s last casefor his television show. TheBosch: Legacyfinal season comes to an abrupt end, but it plays out like an average episode. Image via Prime Video “Dig Down” hands Bosch one final cold case to solve before the curtain falls. Currey preys on gay men, forcing his lovers to inject themselves with narcotics, causing them to overdose....

It has been a year since the series made its debut onAmazon Prime Video. Now, with Season 2 in production,FalloutSeason 1 is finally coming to physical media. The latter of which will be an Amazon exclusive. Image via Prime Video What Is Fallout About? It doesn’t help that her bubbly optimism gets tangled with other characters like the Ghoul and Maximus either. Its unique odd-ball humor was a highlight as well....

The 1980s were a phenomenal time for fantasy films. This era also saw increased film budgets and new, experimental technology. Return to Ozisan underappreciated filmthat is closer to the themes and tones ofL. Custom Image by Nimesh Perera Frank Baum’s books than the 1939 MGM classic. Dragonslayerisa major departure from your typical Disney film, with morally gray characters and plenty of death and destruction. The effects inThe NeverEnding Storydemonstrate theversatility and creativity of 1980s fantasy....

Isn’t it time to bring back the grand tradition of those great films? The simplicity of the beasts has been replaced by increasingly ridiculous creatures. The carnivorous earthworms of 1976’sSquirmare possible, however remoteand it’s really, really remotethat it could happen. Image by Federico Napoli These movies also highlight another problem with the animal disaster movie genre in recent years:whythey’re made. No one makes a movie calledMega Shark Versus Giant Octopusintending it to be an honest attempt to frighten....