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Alyssa De Leo

Alyssa De Leo is a freelance writer based in Melbourne, Australia. She has studied both media and screenwriting, and has had her work screened at the Melbourne International Film Festival. She loves writing about film and television just as much as she loves creating her own projects and stories.

20 English-language remakes of foreign films that are actually good

The response to English-language remakes of foreign-language films is usually something along the lines of, "Why?" 

The 20 best alien invasion movies

Since the beginning of time, humans have looked to the stars and wondered if we are alone in this universe. Science fiction has allowed us to explore the possibilities that we may not be, telling stories of extraterrestrial beings coming to Earth.

The 20 best '90s sitcoms

Before the turn of the 21st century, network television was primetime viewing, making for a golden age of sitcoms. These shows continue to make audiences laugh thanks to clever writing and lovable characters. 

The 20 most memorable 'final girls' from modern horror cinema

Horror continues to be an undying genre in the film industry, bringing in large audiences and always offering something challenging and thrilling. One of the most popular tropes in horror is the ‘final girl’, which refers to the last girl standing at the end of a horror movie after everyone else has been killed.

The 20 least necessary film sequels

The predecessors of these films work perfectly fine by themselves, which is usually why their second halves are of lesser quality and have no real reason to exist. 

20 iconic films where you shouldn't trust the narrator

When one watches a movie, one automatically presumes that the events unfolding in front of them are true in the world of the film. However, not every narrator is to be trusted.

The 20 original series on Apple TV+ you should make time to watch

Nobody could have predicted the rate at which it grew and changed the world forever, thanks to products like the MacBook, iPhone, and Apple Watch. It was only a short time before Apple entered the world of television and streaming, with AppleTV+ launching in 2019. 

The 20 most entertainingly wicked TV villains

Television has given audiences an array of dislikable, evil, and entertainingly wicked villains, with some being so memorable that it is hard to separate the actor from the character. These shows are not complete without their central antagonist. 

The 20 best animated movies from the 2000s

While twentieth-century animation is primarily associated with Disney’s classic hand-drawn era, the 2000s offered films that broke new ground, both visually and narratively. Disney continued to dominate, but Pixar, DreamWorks, and Studio Ghibli also took hold of the box office and audiences around the world.

Thrice as nice: 20 films with iconic love triangles

Love triangles are highly entertaining to watch play out on screen and force audiences to choose sides and pick who is the better match for the person at the center of the triangle. They have been present in movies for decades and aren’t going out of fashion anytime soon. 

The 20 most memorable twists from the 'Harry Potter' films

Aside from the magic Wizarding World and beloved characters, one of the series’ best strengths is its storytelling, with twists and turns from every corner. There are many memorable twists in the Harry Potter movies, with big reveals that will surprise audiences and take the story in a completely new direction. 

It's not TV: The 20 greatest HBO miniseries

HBO has famously released many successful miniseries that leave a strong impact despite having only a minimal number of episodes. 

The 20 most memorable Disney villains

No Disney movie is complete without an evil, conniving, and despicable villain. For every hero, heroine, Prince Charming, or Disney Princess, there is always the bad guy who stands in the way of their "happily ever after."

20 sci-fi movie sequels that do justice to their original films

Featuring unique world-building, detailed lore, vast universes, and non-human species, sci-fi films offer thrilling adventures and heroic characters. Many of the best sci-fi movies earn sequels, and while not all live up to their original films, some are just as good, if not better, than their predecessors. 

The 20 best Bradley Cooper movies

Bradley Cooper is one of the busiest actors in Hollywood, transforming from a leading man in rom-coms to one of the most versatile actors of our generation. His illustrious career features laugh-out-loud comedies, Marvel blockbusters, compelling dramas, and more. 

20 fantastic films that mostly take place in one location

Movies are typically full of spectacle and set in various locations throughout their runtime. However, many films have taken place within a single location, keeping their story tight and compact. These are typically dramas, thrillers, or horrors, with engaging stories that limit themselves to one setting. 

The 20 best TV shows of the 21st century, so far

The 21st century has given us some of the best shows of all time, from prestige dramas and witty comedies to fantastical epics and family friendly animation. 

20 great movies that didn’t get nominated at the 2024 Oscars

While films like Oppenheimer, Barbie, and Poor Things got multiple nods, many fantastic movies didn’t even get a single nomination. However, they are worth checking out as much as those celebrated flicks.

The 20 most memorable rom-coms of the modern era

A good rom-com can still make audiences swoon, as evidenced by the number of successful modern rom-coms released. These films showcase the versatility of the genre and prove the rom-com certainly isn’t dead.

20 amazing fictional worlds from cinema and television

Some of the best film and TV universes feature meticulous world-building, detailed lore, and colorful characters, whether fantastical, futuristic, dystopian, or even suburban. Audiences can’t help but feel immersed and a part of these worlds, often wishing they were real and could visit them. 

The 20 best breakout movie performances of 2023

While we’ve seen Hollywood heavyweights such as Margot Robbie, Cillian Murphy, and Leonardo DiCaprio at the top of their game, plenty of fresh faces managed to steal the spotlight from their more famous co-stars. 

20 superhero movies you can watch even if you hate superhero movies

The phrase "superhero fatigue" has been thrown around, and not everybody is a fan of the genre, including prominent directors like Martin Scorsese. Luckily, several superhero movies defy conventions and will please even the most cynical viewers. 

The 20 best non-Marvel movies from Marvel directors

With 33 films released over 15 years, the Marvel Cinematic Universe has seen many prolific directors take the reins. While each filmmaker has brought a unique and distinctive style to their respective films, many also have impressive filmographies outside the MCU. These directors prove that they are capable of making much more than superhero movies. 

Three to see: The greatest film trilogies in cinema history

Everybody in Hollywood knows how hard it is to make one good movie. A sequel is even harder to pull off, especially if it has to live up to the quality of the original. But three hits in a row? They are difficult to come by, but the third time really has been the charm for these franchises. 

20 movie remakes that are better than the original film

Remaking a movie is risky, especially if there is nothing wrong with the original. A lot of the time, it doesn’t work, and it is obvious when something is a cash grab. However, many remakes stand defiantly on their own and even surpass their original versions.