Bars have been common sets for TV shows. “Cheers” was primarily set in one, but other shows have had many a scene set in bars as well, from “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” to “Three’s Company.” On occasion, though, bars or similar alcohol-centric establishments are key settings to films as well.
It was 30 years ago this year that Pulp Fiction became a piece of pop culture iconography. The innovatively unique film, which is part drama, comedy, action thriller, continues to be praised to this day, notably for its memorable cast of characters. Here's our rankings of that crew.
Meaning is a tricky thing, and this is particularly true in the movies, which, like other kinds of texts, are highly suspect to the particular viewing perspectives of their audience(s). Indeed, the history of Hollywood is filled with examples of films which, for one reason or another, ultimately failed to deliver on the messages they sought to convey to their viewers.
It’s no secret that Hollywood loves a villain; after all, they’re often the most exciting and interesting characters in a given movie or TV show. However, it is also true that if one scratches the surface, most antagonists are not nearly as villainous as they might initially seem to be.
It’s always fascinating to look back at films and TV series that were filled with relative newcomers to Hollywood at the time of their release. It’s particularly fascinating to look at films that featured actors who would become big names to see how the roots of their stardom were often very much in evidence, even so early in their careers.
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (TROP) season one ended with an important reveal for the audience and Galadriel: Halbrand is Sauron. Surprise!
HBO has famously released many successful miniseries that leave a strong impact despite having only a minimal number of episodes.
The Spider-Verse is about to get even bigger via the small screen. It is also about to get a lot darker, mysterious, and funny. And, let’s be honest, a lot weirder.
In an age in which all media is seemingly ephemeral, it can be easy to lose sight of the fact that one of the great pleasures of many movies is watching them several times. They run the gamut of genres, from musicals to epics, noirs to comedies, but they are all a reminder of the timelessness of cinema.
With characters like Torrance from Bring It On and Quinn from Glee , there's no denying that cheerleaders always make television and film fun to watch.
From Diana Ross and Lionel Richie at the 1982 Grammy Awards to Britney Spears's star turn on the 1999 VMAs, flip through the slideshow for 20 of the 20th century's greatest awards show performances.
These are some of the notable, and not-so-notable, projects Seinfeld has worked on.
Some artists have amassed massive success with these projects that followed their introductory albums. For R&B fans, here is a list of some of the best sophomore albums.
It's hard to find a good book, but these 20 are almost guaranteed to be enjoyable reads.
It’s not uncommon for somebody to follow a parent into the “family business.” It just happens for some people that business is showbiz.
We're not looking for subtlety here: we are looking for some of the most surprising, violent, and downright puzzling hairpin genre turns we've ever seen.
Today, it's not shocking to see just about anyone who's somebody on the internet interview show where celebrities eat hot wings while answering in-depth questions. However, not everyone who's everyone has been on it just yet, which has left viewers wondering when their favorites will finally appear on Hot Ones.
To a Star Wars fan, every character and detail is seared into the base of their brain for eternity. So much so that in their next life, they’ll still spit facts about a galaxy far, far away. These are the most recognizable characters to the average person, from the one they call “baby Yoda” to that handsome bad boy played by Harrison Ford!
It's always refreshing to see our favorite artists and pop culture icons giving back and speaking up about the causes they believe in. Here are 20 celebrities who also happen to be philanthropists.
These are 22 essential Y2K-era songs (2000-05, for our purposes), including artists like N*SYNC, Alicia Keys, The Killers, and Macy Gray. Add all these tunes to a playlist, then wait for the nostalgia to start flooding back. And don't be surprised if you feel the urge to wear low-rise jeans or body glitter.
Now nearly 100 years old, country music is a genre with a rich and complex history. It's influenced by gospel, rock n' roll, and the blues, and has been home to a cast of complicated characters throughout the years.
Even though it's the second-largest state in the union, Texas has historically been home to an outsized share of immensely talented musicians. These are 21 of Texas's most iconic talents, from Barry White and Beyonce to Townes Van Zandt and Waylon Jennings.
There and back again, as the famous saying goes. Bilbo Baggins felt that was the theme of his life in The Hobbit, and now life is reflecting art. We are all going there and back again to the world of The Lord of the Rings.
Anyone thirsty? Then check out our list of the most notable fictional alcohol-related drinks.
These times are uncertain for streaming services. Platforms that were once separate have merged. Various streaming services have increased prices and brought in ad tiers.
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