The 10 Most Important Movies in Sci-Fi History

History’s most important sci-fi films can achieve that title through multiple means. However, his tragic past puts a key missionand his teamin jeopardy. But on every level it operates,Inceptionis especially unique and important as a sci-fi movie. Image via Warner Bros. Pictures However, humans' ambition threatens this peaceful and lush world. 6’Godzilla' (1954) Directed by Ishiro Honda The year is 1954. 1954’sGodzillais all of these things and more. After a power failure, the creatures are let loose, putting everyone on the island in danger....

December 28, 2024 · 2 min · 248 words · Susan Joyce

The 10 Most Violent Movies of 2024, Ranked

It easily makes for one ofthe 2020s' most underrated action movies. NEXT:22 Bloodiest Horror Movies of All Time, Ranked Custom Image by Federico Napoli Image via Amazon MGM Image via Warner Bros. Pictures Image via Universal Image via Marvel Studios Image via Lionsgate Image via Mubi Image via Universal Image Via IFC FIlms Image via AA Films Image via Cineverse

December 28, 2024 · 1 min · 60 words · Anne Dorsey

The 10 Worst Movie Heroes of All Time, Ranked

A movie is only as good as its hero. Night Shyamalanwas one of the most exciting young voices in Hollywood. The hero of the movie is Aang, the last surviving Airbender and an incarnation of the Avatar. Custom Image by Federico Napoli Not exactly a fun pair of eyes to see this world through. One, a manipulative jerk; the other, an equally manipulative cheater. Romance films often have characters that are less than perfect, but these two are particularly unlikable....

December 28, 2024 · 2 min · 231 words · Desiree Smith

The 8 Best Psychological Thriller Shows on Prime Video Right Now (December 2024)

Psychologicalthrillersare a hugely successful genre, especially in the world of cinema. But their small-screen cousins are often a lot trickier to pull off. Read on to discover our selection of the best psychological thriller shows on Prime Video right now. Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Prime Video. Bates Motelaired on A&E for five seasons, from 2013 to 2017, and received critical acclaim. Each season of the show is set in a different era and follows a new group of protagonists....

December 28, 2024 · 2 min · 293 words · James Gibson

The 8 Best R-Rated Westerns on Netflix Right Now (December 2024)

Here are the best R-rated Westerns on Netflix! Craig Zahlercreates aslow-burn atmosphere of paranoiawhere the biggest threat isnt the man-eaters but the men in the posse. Unfortunately, the gang will do unspeakable things to stop their boss from reaching that train. This captivating story about honor, duty, and respect expertly utilizes the best aspects of the Western genre. This is a fun movie that even folks who rarely dip their toes into Westerns can enjoy....

December 28, 2024 · 1 min · 110 words · Laura Spence

The 8 Best Whodunit Movies on Prime Video Right Now (December 2024)

When it comes to exciting cinema, few genres compare to the classicwhodunit. The streaming servicePrime Videois home to many great whodunits, including severalAgatha Christieadaptations. Disclaimer: These titles are available on US Prime Video. The movie revolves around the death of bestselling author Harlan Thrombey (Christopher Plummer). The movies success spawned a franchise that includes the 2022 filmGlass Onionand the2025 filmWake Up Dead Man. Murder on the Orient Expresswas a box office hit, grossing over $350 million worldwide....

December 28, 2024 · 2 min · 218 words · Tara Sampson

The Best Partnership in 'The Rookie' Isn't Chenford

They’ve also bothfound supportive husbandswho know that being a detective is their life’s purpose. They inherently understand the sacrifices and hard work it’s taken torise the ranks to detective. We would gladly take the “Tim Test” and rewatch these episodes. Image via ABC The latest season ofThe Rookiewill premiere on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 on ABC. Starting over isn’t easy, especially for John Nolan who, after a life-altering incident, is pursuing his dream of joining the LAPD....

December 28, 2024 · 1 min · 136 words · Ian Schaefer

The Making of ‘Saving Private Ryan’s Legendary D-Day Scene Was a War in and of Itself for Steven Spielberg

This wasn’t the only setback production faced in choosing a location, however. If you haven’t watched these war movies, do yourself a favor and get to it! The resulting four-week shoot was a kind of terrifying organized chaos. Custom Image by Nimesh Niyomal Image via Dreamworks Pictures/Paramount Pictures Following the Normandy Landings, a group of U.S. soldiers go behind enemy lines to retrieve a paratrooper whose brothers have been killed in action....

December 28, 2024 · 1 min · 72 words · Ruben Barnes

This 10-Minute Silent Masterpiece Is One of the First Fairytale Horrors

Fairytaleandfolkloric horrorhas long been a popular sub-genre. Theres something about blending mystical whimsy with a major scare factor that audiences and artists just love. This marriage of fables and horror has been around longer than one might expect. Image by Federico Napoli A silent film,Barbe-Bleuerelies heavily on visual storytelling to convey the plot. Set against gorgeous set designs, the violence and tragedy of the story really pops. To help the ghost wives appear as true poltergeists, they appear on-screen through a technique called dissolving....

December 28, 2024 · 2 min · 300 words · Christopher Morales

This Melissa Barrera Drama Series Scored 100% Freshness Across Its Three Seasons

Fans of horror may recognizeScreamandAbigailstarMelissa Barrera, though she is nothing likethe scream queen we are used to. In this sense,Vidais bold and unapologetic if you might’t keep up, that’s on you. Your Monster sees Barrera star alongside Tommy Dewey, Meghann Fahy and Edmund Donovan. Image via STARZ Vidais available to stream on Hulu in the U.S. WATCH ON HULU Two sisters, who could not be more different or distanced from each other, are forced to move back to their childhood neighborhood, after the death of their mother, only to discover her past and the shocking truth about her identity....

December 28, 2024 · 1 min · 139 words · Melissa Mcguire

This Spine-Chilling Horror Spins Family and Folklore Into Unimaginable Terror

Fairytales are often horrifying. Inside the home, it is eerily still. Dreaminess clogs these scenes, lulling the viewer into a suspended state along with the characters. Overall, the film has a sheen to it. For all the horror that comes, there is a softness cushioning each shot. A hiking trip is never a good place to face the past. She has afantastical aura, almost divine. Religious iconography is given special attention, particularly images of the Madonna....

December 28, 2024 · 2 min · 244 words · Douglas Green

This Underrated Comedy Series Has the Saddest New Year's Eve Episode

Two examples areThe O.C.andFriends, which used their themed installments to explore romance and comedy, respectively. It seems to be a deeply misguided decision that will only end in heartbreak. It’s a beautiful evening, but the looming presence of the upcoming wedding hangsover the whole episode. Image via Hulu After initially being upset,Alex then asks Mel if she loves him. How to Die Aloneis available to stream on Hulu. Image via Hulu...

December 28, 2024 · 1 min · 117 words · John Washington

This ‘Gold Rush’ Mistake Could’ve Jeopardized the Entire Season

On top of that, multiple equipment failures have stalled his operation. It’s genuinely surprising becauseSchnabelhas been one of the most successful minersin previousGold Rushseasons. Schnabel’s haul is also far from whatGold Rushfans might expect. Image via Discovery Channel One of the Hoffmans' missions to find gold took a deadly turn. I lost my path for a while, but its about facing these struggles head-on. Dont put it aside or ignore it, but it then gets tougher and tougher....

December 28, 2024 · 1 min · 90 words · Sheri Lawson