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…
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While those unfamiliar with American football may not recognize the spokesman, Tiny Troy, in the Head & Shoulders commercials, those who follow the NFL will immediately know it was Troy Polamalu. Head & Shoulders (H&S) anti-dandruff and dandruff shampoo, from the multinational Procter & Gamble, is synonymous with a solution to the skin problem that causes dry scalp flaking. The company also has a large marketing campaign that often includes celebrity spokespeople. Troy Polamalu is a former American football safety who played for the NFL’s Pittsburgh Steelers for 12 years. In that time, he won the NFL Defensive Player of…
Noted funnyman Bill Hader has had an incredible career in film and television as an actor, director and writer, although even his biggest fans may not know that he was also a member of the South Park writing team. Most people probably know Bill Hader best from the years following SNLan eight-season run that resulted in some of the series’ most iconic characters, including Stefon and Anthony Peter Coleman. Hader’s postSNL career has undoubtedly been more impressive, with his shows Barry and Documentary now! earning rave reviews. Even during his time in SNLHader was expanding his horizons, dabbling in movies…
90s gangster movies represent a specific time in Hollywood when creators and audiences were fascinated by the more sinister, uncomfortable, and tragically human parts of the criminal underworld, and as a result, the best gangster films of the 90s are also considered some of the best films of all time. Gangster films have been extremely popular since the 30s and 40s and each decade brings a new take on the genre. It’s inherently compelling, with its family drama, violence, and escapist fantasies of wealth and power. Over the years, different decades have come to represent different things about gangster films.…
Yasmine Bleeth was once a huge star thanks to her role in Baywatch but has since disappeared from the public eye. The 1989 Baywatch The TV show, which gave rise to the ill-advised 2017 film, was an 11-season primetime soap opera about a team of lifeguards who patrol the beaches of California (and Hawaii in seasons 10 and 11). The guards face the expected ocean dangers, like drownings, shark attacks, and dangerous weather, but they also experience conflicts more befitting an HBO crime drama, like serial killers and thieves, for which they end up being responsible. Baywatch is well known…
It’s unlikely that fans will get to see a Poldark Season 6, but there are still a few ways the show could continue in one form or another. Based on Poldark series of Winston Graham novels, the British historical drama TV show premiered in March 2015 and ran until August 2019 with Poldark season 5. The show follows Ross Poldark (Aidan Turner), a British army vet who served in the American Revolutionary War. When he returns to Cornwall, he finds his estate in ruins and must work to rebuild his fortune. In his efforts to rebuild, Poldark hires a maid,…
Firefighter shows have always been popular on television and several series have enjoyed success with both audiences and critics over the years. As one of the Big Three emergency services, along with medical personnel and police, firefighters have always impressed the American public. Those big red fire trucks speeding out of richly decorated stations with armored citizens ready to save the lives of those in danger are a naturally propulsive scene. It’s not hard to understand why so many children are fascinated by firefighters. Unlike cop shows, which often have to deal with complicated issues of policing in America, firefighting…
The following article contains mentions of suicide and addiction. Reader discretion is advised. In The BearThe specter of Mikey is a constant presence in everyone’s lives and although his death may have affected everyone he was close to, his memory continues to hold the show together. “The Bear” in The Bear see the restaurant, “The Bear?” Or does it refer to the nickname those close to him occasionally call Carmy (Jeremy Allen White)? Perhaps it refers to the colloquial meaning, as in “Running a restaurant and taking care of your dysfunctional family and personal life is a real difficult task.”…
Michael Clarke Duncan He had a physique that made him perfect for the strongman and powerful characters he played throughout his career. Getting destroyed for a role is common for Marvel actors these days, but many stars have maintained a superhero physique throughout their careers, providing them with a niche in the film and television industry. Michael Clarke Duncan used his size difference to separate himself from the pack when entering trials, leading to a successful, albeit very brief, career. Duncan has had an exceptional career in film and television, beginning in 1995 when he had an uncredited appearance in…
Johnny Fontane (Al Martino) appears in The godfather as the godson of Vito (Marlon Brando), and his similarities to real-life singer Frank Sinatra did not go unnoticed by the legendary pop star. First-time viewers The godfather It would be smart to keep a casting guide open while watching Francis Ford Coppola’s masterpiece film franchise based on Mario Puzo’s novel of the same name. Taking place over decades and with characters portrayed by different actors and new characters introduced to replace old ones, it can be easy to get confused. The godfather and The Godfather Part II are arguably two of…