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Acacia Deadrick

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Acacia Deadrick is a South Dakota-based writer who has written for sites such as Nicki Swift, The List, and Glam. She loves music and all things pop culture, and she can be found watching TV, completing a crossword puzzle, or reading in her spare time. 

EXPERTISE:

TV comedies, pop music, reality TV

20 movies that take place in a fictional city

There are thousands of real cities to choose from, but the writers of these films set them in fake ones instead. 

20 notable celebrity appearances on 'Ugly Betty'

Ugly Betty might have gone down in history for its progressive themes and diverse characters, but let us remember that it had some incredible celebrity guest appearances, too. 

Close to tome: 20 excellent book-to-screen adaptations

A screen adaptation is a sign of a successful book, but not all adaptations do the book justice. These 20, however, did. 

20 films that featured crazy, unexpected twists

Is there anything worse than a boring movie? These 20 films were anything but boring, thanks to their epic plot twists that viewers totally didn't expect. 

20 critically acclaimed films that audiences hated

Critics and audiences have famously disagreed on whether films are good. While critics liked these 20 films, audiences weren't such fans. 

The 20 most heartbreaking movie deaths

Characters die in movies all the time, but some are especially heartwrenching. 

20 TV character deaths that absolutely crushed us

Watching a TV character die is always hard, but these 20 were the most heartbreaking. 

20 spooky movies that have nothing to do with Halloween

Pumpkins and costumes aren't required for spookiness. These 20 films are proof. 

20 movie villains who weren’t actually villains

Misunderstood, right all along, or deserves an apology: However you put it, these movie villains should at least be reevaluated. 

20 cartoons from childhood worth rediscovering

Some cartoons are hard to forget, but others are hard to remember. You probably forgot about these cartoons from your childhood. 

20 one-hit wonders from the 2000s you definitely forgot about

It's hard to make it in the music industry, and these 20 artists are proof that just because you have one hit song doesn't mean you will stay on the charts forever. 

20 critically-panned movies that were box office hits

Audiences and critics have been known to clash in opinions. These 20 movies were commercial successes, but critics didn't have much good to say about them. 

23 actors who possess instantly recognizable voices

Many actors have been recognized by their faces, but only the greats are recognized by their voices. 

These 20 singers have surprisingly never tried to have an acting career

By now, it’s almost customary for a singer to have an acting career, but a few brave souls have decided to stay squarely in the musical lane. 

The 20 best-dressed movie characters of all time

If you need some style inspiration, turn to these film characters. They know how to dress. 

The 20 best TV shows set in New York City

Television shows don’t have to be set in New York City to be good, but it certainly helps. Here are the best of the best set in the iconic town. 

Big Apple of my eye: The best rom-coms set in NYC

If you write a romantic comedy, you might as well set it in New York City. Take some inspiration from these fantastic options. 

20 blockbuster films you may not know were inspired by real-life events

Real life makes for great movies, and these 20 blockbuster films exemplify that. 

20 TV shows you may not know were inspired by real-life events

Why write something original when real life is so dramatic? These 20 television shows weren't works of total fiction but were inspired by real-life events. 

20 underrated karaoke songs

If you've exhausted all your go-to karaoke songs, fear not. Hundreds out there are criminally under-sung. 

Dress to impress: 20 female TV characters known for their incredible style

Not all fashion icons are real people. These 20 TV characters are just as known for their stunning style as their plot lines. 

You look familiar: Sitcom stars who guest starred on other sitcoms

If you love a sitcom actor, chances are showrunners do, too, and they just might make a guest appearance on another sitcom … if they haven’t already. 

20 TV series whose finales infamously left audiences hanging

Most of us crave resolution from our television show finales, but that isn’t always the case. These 20 shows ended on major cliffhangers.  

These non-Disney animated films deserve the live-action treatment

Live-action remakes seem to be reserved for Disney, but tons of other production companies need to join the trend. 

20 animated films meant for kids but appeal more to adults

We typically think of animated films as a genre for children, but plenty are just as beloved by adults.