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Given the biological realities of pregnancy — in particular, how it influences the female body in many strange and unexpected ways — it’s unsurprising that this phenomenon should have proven to be a favored subject for horror movie directors.
The 20 scariest aliens
Fortunately, science fiction has proven remarkably adept at drawing out the complexities of the extraterrestrial, so it’s worth looking at some of the scariest aliens that appear on the big and small screen.
The 20 best talk show hosts
Whether on daytime or late night, talk show hosts have played a remarkably prominent role in American — and, in some cases, British — popular culture.
The 20 best musical episodes in non-musical TV shows
Something is refreshing and endearing about a show that’s willing to take a risk and stage a musical episode. Doing so almost always carries some amount of risk, though it’s often greater for dramas than sitcoms.
The 20 worst final seasons of TV shows
It’s particularly frustrating when a strong show fumbles the landing, either because of a lackluster final season. While some things — such as significant cast departures — can’t be helped, some shows simply lack the ability to keep the magic going until the very end.
20 characters that disappeared with no explanation
It’s a rule of television that audiences need characters they want to spend time with and invite into their homes weekly. Sometimes, however, a particular character doesn’t land or simply doesn’t have much to do as an individual and so is written off or, in some cases, forgotten about entirely.
The 20 worst lead characters in TV shows
TV thrives on creating characters that audiences can cheer about and care for. Even main characters have proven to be remarkably irritating, so much so that they have earned the opprobrium of the series’ fandom, even if (as is often the case) the series itself remains remarkably popular and beloved.
The 20 best movies about human/animal friendships
While many films about human/animal friendships are optimistic and joyful, some are potent and disturbing reminders that sometimes the gulf separating the human and the animal is too wide ever truly to be bridged.
Cinema's 20 most versatile actresses
Hollywood history is filled with examples of remarkably talented actresses who made it in an industry notoriously hostile to them. In many cases, their success was a matter of hard work, and many actresses have shown remarkable versatility in their roles and genres.
Let's role: Cinema's 20 most adaptable actors
Versatility is one of the most sought-after qualities of a Hollywood star. These talented individuals are reminders of how rewarding it can be not to be limited to a certain kind of role and how a career can flourish when the industry avoids typecasting.
20 delightfully absurd films
Some filmmakers — Yorgos Lanthimos and David Lynch come to mind — have made careers out of absurdity, while others have only dabbled in this particular aesthetic. The best absurdist films highlight the ridiculousness of the (post)modern world yet find bleak humor amid all the uncertainty.
Going out strong: 20 TV shows that took chances with their finales
TV fans everywhere know that a strong finale can help to solidify a show’s reputation, just as a bad or ill-conceived one can tarnish it. However, it should be pointed out that even finales considered bad at the time can, in hindsight, be appreciated for the risks they were willing to take regarding character development or plot.
The 20 best presidential biopics
Movies and TV have repeatedly turned to the figure of the president in search of stories to tell to help audiences understand more about those who have led the country through some of its most difficult times.
The 20 best movies about extreme weather
Given the enormous influence that weather and the climate have on human behavior and society, it’s not surprising to find Hollywood repeatedly turning to extreme weather and natural disasters in search of exciting stories.
The 20 best movies and TV shows about the American Revolution
Even though the Revolutionary War was and is one of the most important events in the history of the United States, it has relatively rarely been imagined on-screen. Nevertheless, several notable movies and TV series, both fictional and nonfictional, have shone a fascinating light on both the Revolutionary War and those who fought in it.
The 20 most memorable movies with older protagonists
Hollywood has long had a strained relationship with age, and movies rarely allow older actors to star in films centered around them. From comedies to dramas and everything in between, these are some of the best movies that feature an elderly protagonist (or two).
20 film endings that subverted audience expectations
It’s no secret that an ending can make or break a movie. After all, the audience is likely to remember a lackluster film's powerful ending more than the reverse.
The 20 most soul-crushing movies
While sometimes films can engender happiness and joy, they can also plumb the darker, more sinister aspects of the human mind and condition. It’s thus worth looking at soul-crushing films. They reveal how movies can reflect the world's best and worst and the audiences who watch them.
20 must-watch documentaries about the LGBTQ+ experience
LGBTQ+ documentaries provide general audiences with a more nuanced understanding of the community as a whole, showing how far it has come and still has to go. As such, it’s worth taking a look back at the best documentaries that have been made by and about those who identify as LGBTQ+.
The 20 best movies and shows about trans identity
Whether in the form of documentary, drama, or comedy, popular culture has tremendous power in shifting people’s awareness of the joys, struggles, and power of the trans experience, so it is worth highlighting those that have had a particular impact.
20 animated films that pack an emotional wallop
For far too long, animation has been viewed as inferior to live-action, largely because it remains associated with children and their supposedly simple needs and desires as viewers. Over the years, however, studios from Disney to Pixar to Studio Ghibli have shown that there is a lot of emotional power in animation.
The 20 most iconic fathers in animation history
Father’s Day is always a good opportunity to celebrate fathers — real and fictional. Studios like Disney, Pixar, and Hanna-Barbera have been particularly prolific in their creation of remarkable father figures.
20 documentaries that had real-world impact
A number of documentaries have made quite an impact in the real world, whether by raising awareness of a very important and pressing issue or encouraging politicians and regular people to do something to change things for the better. As such, these documentaries are reminders of the enduring power of the moving image.
20 classic films that deserve a new theater release
By this point, it’s no secret that movie theaters are in a bit of trouble, with the summer 2024 box office proving sluggish. However, there’s always reason to hope, and Hollywood has repeatedly shown that it’s quite willing and able to use its classic films to draw people back into the theater.
20 TV couples that became legendary when they finally got together
TV history is littered with examples of great couples, whether in sitcoms — where the will they/won’t they dynamic is particularly pronounced — or in dramas. These character pairings are easy to invest in — people who seem almost from the real world. Unsurprisingly, the best TV couples are those who end up being better as a pair than they ever were as individuals.
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