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Great movies that were based on graphic novels

These days it seems like comic book movies are more popular than ever, and the Marvel Cinematic Universe is the behemoth that just keeps on rolling. Some people prefer movies that are a little more original, however, there is something to be said for adaptations, and graphic novels are one of the more successful and

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5 classic arcade games every gamer should know

Arcade game companies began springing up in the early 1960s and have continuously grown ever since. The games have grown smaller and the graphics have greatly improved over the years. It is thought to be one of the fastest growing businesses to have ever influenced the market. Arcade gaming is a highly profitable enterprise and the

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The best films by Danny Boyle

Danny Boyle has directed some of the most iconic films in the history of cinema. We will bring you some of his most interesting work, which you may or may not be aware of. Boyle was born in Greater Manchester, England, and has directed many films with gritty undertones. The first movie he directed (Shallow

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Great TV shows that were adapted from Films

Since Netflix and other streaming platforms blew up, we have been getting more great TV shows than we can shake a stick at. In fact, people now are much more likely to go home for some “Netflix and chill” time to binge watch their favorite series than they are to sit down in front of

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Best films about making films

The film industry is so fascinating and intriguing, and we would all love to know the ins and outs of the movie-making process. Of course, there are plenty of documentaries we could watch, such as Overnight (2003), that give us an insight into the industry and the complex process of film production. But, unless you’re

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All you wanted to know about Freaks and Geeks

Freaks and Geeks was one of those great shows that was canceled well before its time. After running just a single season, NBC broke our hearts by canceling the show – and teen high school comedy-dramas were never the same again. You might not be familiar with Freaks and Geeks, but you’ll definitely be familiar

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Everything you wanted to know about retro gaming

Retro gaming has made a comeback! With Nintendo releasing mini versions of its old consoles every year, and all of them selling out in minutes, it’s clear that people love a bit of nostalgia. You just can’t beat the games you grew up with as a child. Even if they have bad controls (and even

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Things you didn’t know about the Star Wars movie series

A long time ago, at a cluttered desk far, far away, we decided we’d boot up the computer and pound the keyboard to give you some cool trivia you never knew about Star Wars. It’s such a popular franchise that it’s unlikely there’s much you wouldn’t already know about this iconic series of films. As

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5 fascinating facts about LEGO

LEGO is far more than just a toy. It’s a culture in itself. A phenomenon if you will. Interlocking building bricks of life that could seemingly somehow come together to construct anything – buildings, vehicles, you name it – it’s already been built. LEGO has become an unstoppable worldwide franchise. In fact, in 2015 it

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Movies you didn’t know were based on books

There’s nothing like a trip to the movies when you’re looking for a way to fill a few hours. No matter what kind of genre you’re into, there’s almost always something on there that will suit your taste. While some are original films, others are adapted from novels or other works of fiction. However, can

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Actors who went to college after they became famous

You would think that young actors who have made it in the industry would be prepared to forgo the education they would have had in favor of a career on the silver screen. After all, they want to be actors, and they’ve achieved that dream, right? Well, perhaps, but it’s often not that simple, and

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Great movies that were directed by women

Hollywood hasn’t exactly been famed for its diversity over the years, but that is less the case these days. And it hasn’t stopped a slew of hugely talented women from making their name in Tinseltown by directing some pretty darn great movies. Since the turn of the century, we have seen an increase in the

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Critically hated movies that actually won Oscars

Usually, Oscar wins, and critical acclaim come hand in hand. If a movie is considered Oscar worthy it’s almost always going to be a movie that has critics gushing over it, right? Well, weirdly enough, this is not always the case. There have actually been movies over the years that have scooped Academy Awards but

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Lifetime movies you should definitely watch

Ah, Lifetime. The movie channel that we love to indulge in thanks to all the made for TV films that somehow manage to combine some questionable acting with even dodgier storylines. However, that doesn’t mean we are free from their grips. The network has kept us coming back year after year with a line of

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Movie sequels that just weren’t as good as the original

Whether you love or hate a movie is largely subjective because it depends on personal tastes, as well as what you look for from a film. That being said, there are still plenty of flicks out there that can be considered to be objectively terrible films. Look, we understand that some people may hate a

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