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Several great antagonists have emerged in sitcom history — many of whom threaten to steal the spotlight from the characters who are supposed to be the center of the audience’s sympathies and loyalties. These are the 20 best.
20 main characters who got sidelined in sequels
If there is one thing that Hollywood loves, it’s a sequel. While it is always a good idea to give secondary characters some time in the spotlight, it’s the rare film that can be truly successful if it makes the mistake of sidelining a main character too much.
25 best dark fantasy movies and TV series
Whether in animation or live-action, these stories excavate some of the more sinister aspects of the human psyche and desire for stories. Furthermore, as the best that dark fantasy has to offer, these films demonstrate the extraordinary flexibility of the fantasy sensibility.
25 movies that totally mess with the viewer's mind
These kinds of films are designed to mess with the mind, whether through the effective use of a plot twist, the narrative, or sometimes just the inventive use of the visual field. As thought-provoking as they are disturbing, these are the kinds of films that prove the enduring power of cinema.
25 moves that have disappeared but should be rediscovered by film fans
These films span multiple genres and time periods, from family comedies to epics, from the 1960s to the 2000s. In all cases, these films are worth rediscovering because they say something about the period that produced them and are enjoyable in their own right.
25 best movies about American history
More than anything else, the best movies about American history allow for a keener, more complex understanding of how those living in the present make sense of what has come before as they try to figure out where to go in the future.
25 greatest leaders in films
How does a leader rise above the fray? Fortunately, there are many examples of great leaders in the movies, men and women, both fictional and real, who show what it takes to inspire others.
25 movies you didn't know were inspired by Shakespearean plays
Shakespeare has found a home in drama, political thrillers, and, perhaps most surprisingly, teenage comedy. There is, seemingly, a Shakespeare for every cinematic taste that one can imagine.
The 25 best pulpy movies
Whether film noir or space adventure, there’s something in the pulp sensibility for everyone.
The most iconic films and TV shows set in the Middle Ages
Though films and TV series about the Middle Ages do not always attract the same level of love and critical praise as those set in other periods of history, there are still a number of notable films and TV series which take the period as their setting.
25 best movies and TV shows based on the Arthurian legend
Popular culture has long been fascinated with the legends and myths surrounding King Arthur. These films and TV series indicate the enduring power of the Arthurian legend in all of its beauty and tragedy.
25 movies and shows about queens
Popular culture has long been obsessed with the lives and loves of royalty, and while kings have, of course, come in for their fair share of representations, it’s hard to argue that some of the most notable on-screen royals have been women.
25 most romantic LGBTQ films
June is Pride Month, which means it’s a good time to look back at the many different types of LGBTQ+ stories being told by Hollywood.
Grizzly violence: 20 of the deadliest bears in movies
Whether it’s the recent Cocaine Bear or the many other great (and not-so-great) movies focusing on bear attacks, the beast itself serves as something of a return of the repressed, the force of nature, at last, taking a strike back at the decadence and oppressiveness of human civilization.
The 25 most dangerous moms in movie history
Popular culture has often shown a distinct ambivalence regarding motherhood, and over the years, several films have shown mothers in a less-than-flattering light. Dangerous mothers frequently appear in horror movies, and just as often, she appears in comedies and other genres.
25 heartwarming movies that celebrate moms
These are the 25 movies designed to leave the viewer with a renewed sense of what a vital function mothers play.
25 shows impacted by the 2007 Writers Guild of America strike
The recent announcement that the Writers Guild of America will strike sent shock waves through Hollywood. As this newest strike continues to exert pressure on the studios and streamers, it’s important to look back to appreciate the value writers bring to the world of screen entertainment.
The 25 most dastardly fantasy film villains
If there’s one genre that seems to excel at creating memorable villains, it’s fantasy. Partly, this is because films and TV series set in alternate universes have more latitude when it comes to what they can portray. The imagination can run wild, creating beings of almost unimaginable power.
25 fantasy films that have the most fun
These types of films are potent reminders of the fact that fantasy, more than any other genre, shows the radical power of escapism.
The 25 greatest films about the dark side of fame
If there is one thing that Hollywood seems to love, it’s stories about itself, and films about Hollywood and its stars have regularly appeared. These movies remind the viewer of the glamor and magic associated with the industry itself.
The 25 greatest modern noir movies
These are the rich psychological dramas that explore the darker, seamier, and more destructive parts of the human condition. Given how popular neo-noirs remain even in the present, it’s worth taking a look at the best that this particular sensibility has produced throughout the decades.
25 sci-fi movies that examine the nature of life and our reality
Whether it’s peering into the future — with all of its perils and promise — or excavating humanity’s deepest fears and desires about the body, sci-fi films have always been incredibly thought-provoking.
The 25 most dangerous femmes fatales in film noir
Film noir remains one of the most enduringly popular genres, and many of those from the classic Hollywood era are rightly regarded as classics. It’s easy to see why this would be the case, as noirs so often immerse the viewer (and the characters) in a dark and sinister world where nothing and no one is quite what they seem.
25 memorable movies that take place in ancient times
From the very beginning, Hollywood has been fascinated with ancient cultures, repeatedly drawing from biblical stories and cultures of Greece and Rome for inspiration. Given how foundational these tales have been to Western civilization, it makes sense that the movie industry would want to tap into the audience’s awareness of them.
The 25 grittiest historical TV series
For quite some time, the historical drama has been one of the most lucrative and popular genres for various television networks. Many times, to accomplish this sense of immersion, a historical series will lean into the grittiness of the past. Take a look through the gallery below to see which historical TV series lean into the gritty aspect of their stories.
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