Due to its enduring appeal, style and even some behind-the-scenes aspects of the film Coraline remains an iconic film to watch again, more than a decade after its release. Coraline is based on the novel of the same name by Neil Gaiman and was the debut feature film from LAIKA Studios, the studio responsible for other stop-motion animation films. A children’s fantasy with darker elements for older audiences, Coraline follows the titular girl who discovers an idealized version of her humdrum life in the apartment complex her family moves to, only to discover that the new life comes at a…
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There is a character on the long list of the cast of The Simpsonsand more normal but totally endearing than Lenny Leonard? The Simpsons is packed with supporting characters, and each can host their own The Simpsons spin-off show. Everyone has their favorite character. When I started to be interested in The SimpsonsI ordered a new DVD box set almost every Christmas and birthday for years, ending up with about eight seasons of the classic show. I studied these characters in depth, grew to love them, and, probably without knowing it, constantly ranked them against each other. Like many people,…
Even die-hard fans of Harry Potter You may not know who Astoria Greengrass is, but the character who appears in the latest book and film in the franchise is a critical part of the development of two specific characters. Covering decades of life in the Wizarding World, the Harry Potter The franchise is full of secondary characters who sometimes only appear in a few scenes or pages, are barely referenced, or perhaps just find their way into small cameos in the many supplementary texts that JK Rowling has produced in print and online over the years. Sometimes a character only…
Rhenzy Feliz gained national prominence thanks to his fantastic co-starring performance in The penguinbut the actor has been in many notable TV shows and films before 2024, putting on impressive acting displays every time he appears. Born on October 26, 1997, Feliz was just 26 years old when he appeared in The penguin debut. That wasn’t even close to Feliz’s first acting job, and the Brooklyn, NY native got his start in 2016 with a recurring role on the Hulu comedy series, Casualin season 2. Work has never stopped for Feliz and, with the exception of a few years in…
Showtime anytime was a Showtime TV network app that has been shut down, but its content library is still easily accessible. On October 27, 2010, the then-unmerged Showtime TV network announced its own app and website, Showtime Anytime, which featured nearly 400 hours of Showtime streaming content for Showtime TV subscribers (via TheFutonCritic). With Showtime’s large library of original programs, having access to the service’s programs wherever a customer went, on a television or smart device, was invaluable. Subscribers would go to ShowtimeAnytime. with or use your TV operator’s “TV Everywhere” portal (a service that has been discontinued by most…
There are many medical programs streaming on Netflix, so fans of the hospital setting and adjacent TV shows are in for an embarrassment of riches when it comes to the streaming platform. Medical TV shows have always been a favorite of networks and viewers. The setting is naturally attractive and allows for a large ensemble, including guest stars and recurring characters, to come and go. There are also plenty of opportunities for more mundane “office life” episodes that show the inner workings of operating something large and bureaucratic like a hospital. Although most medical TV shows are classified as dramas,…
Gilberto Gottfried has one of the most recognizable voices of recent decades, and before he passed away, he lent that memorable voice to several beloved TV shows, films, and comedy specials, earning him an impressive net worth. Some film and TV fans may not recognize the name Gilbert Gottfried right away, but they’ll certainly know exactly who he is when they hear just a few of his roles. He was Iago in AladdinDigit in Cyber huntingSidney Bernstein in Beverly Hills Cop IIand in SNL. Gottfried participated in many different pots. Born in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York, Gilbert Gottfried began…
Dog Day Afternoon is a classic of crime films and some viewers may not know that it is based on a real robbery that occurred just a few years earlier. Often cited as one of the best heist films ever made, Dog Day Afternoon stars Al Pacino as Sonny Wortzik and John Cazale as Sal Naturile as two thieves who rob the First Brooklyn Savings Bank. Their plan goes awry when the police suddenly appear and surround the place. Desperate, the two take bank employees hostage, which causes a long and tense standoff. It is one of the films that…
If fans of reality TV and crime shows are wondering how to watch a series like To catch a predatorthey may have to opt for unconventional means. Debuting in November 2004, To catch a predator it lasted just over three years, a surprisingly short period of time considering how ubiquitous the show is in pop culture. A part of Date line reality TV show apparatus, To catch a predator is a hidden camera series hosted by Chris Hansen as he confronts adult men who arrive at homes hoping to engage in sexual activity with supposed minors. Adults posing as minors…
The high elven king Celeborn is a notable figure in JRR Tolkien’s Legendarium; but despite his stature, he only appeared briefly in Peter Jackson’s film Lord of the Rings and it hasn’t appeared on Amazon yet The Rings of Power. One of the wisest Elves who ever lived, Lord of the Wood Elf kingdom of Lothlorien and husband of Galadriel, Celeborn is one of the most powerful figures in Tolkien’s universe. He was present at almost every major event that took place in Arda, or on Earth as it is known in Tolkien’s stories. At the premiere of The Rings…