In 2009, Hungarian art historian Gergely Barki recognized a long-lost painting by Róbert Berény while watching the movie Stuart Little. The artwork, titled “Sleeping Lady with Black Vase,” had been missing for 90 years and was used as a prop in the film. The painting had been sold for $40 at a charity auction in […]
In the operatic song in The Fifth Element…
In the operatic song in The Fifth Element, composer Eric Sierra “purposely wrote un-singable things” so she’d sound like an alien. When opera singer Inva Muls came for the part, “she sang 85% of what [Eric] thought was technically impossible”, the rest being assembled in the studio.
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The 2005 film ‘Hostel’ damaged Slovakia’s…
The 2005 film ‘Hostel’ damaged Slovakia’s representation and tourism economy so badly that director Eli Roth was invited to an all expenses paid trip to clear false allegations the film made about the country, such as it being a ‘crime riddled, corrupt, lawless, poor and dangerous’ place.
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People Share Their Favorite Movie Quotes Of All-Time
We all have our favorite lines of dialogue memorized.
Great dialogue is the heart of film, tv and theatre.
How many films can you quote?
Do you have a film quote for your tombstone?
Mine is from the movie ‘Clue.’ I’m gonna make you guess…
So Redditor No_Housing_4819 wanted to hear what lines no one has forgotten from their favorite films…
They asked:
“What’s your favorite movie quote?”
Let’s talk cinema…
Unforgiven
“Sir, you are a cowardly son of a *itch! You just shot an unarmed man!”
“He should’ve armed himself if he’s gonna decorate his saloon with my friend!” ~ Axenroth187
“You’d be William Munny, outta Missouri. Killer of women and children.”
“That’s right. I’ve killed women and children. Killed just about everything that walks or crawled at one time or another.”
“And I’m here to kill you li’l Bill. For what you did to Ned.” ~ jrf_1973
“I like:”
“ t’s a hell of a thing, killin’ a man. You take all he’s got… and all he’s ever gonna have.”
“Well, I guess they had it comin’”
“We all have it comin’, Kid.” ~ bolerobell
Doctor Strangelove
“Gentlemen you can’t fight in here, this is the war room!” ~ AlternativeRip4728
“When I did speech and debate in college those of us who qualified for the national championship took a retreat to a cabin in the mountains for a weekend to work on our craft.”
“My head coach brought this movie along and oh man, what a great film. I highly encourage people to watch this film. Peter Sellers is brilliant.” ~ Pawn_captures_Queen
“I can no longer sit back and allow Communist infiltration, Communist indoctrination, Communist subversion and the international Communist conspiracy to sap and impurify all of our precious bodily fluids.” ~ _stuntnuts_
LEGO FOREVER
“I think I got it. But just in case… tell me the whole thing again I wasn’t listening.” ~ WTFrickFrackCadillac
“And Octan, they make great stuff! […] Surveillance systems, all history books, voting machines… wait a second.” ~ StarKnight697
“The fact that I’m seeing so many memorized quotes from the lego movie is making me so happy right now.”
“I was 12 when it was released and I’m gonna be 20 in two months. I miss those days. I’m getting so nostalgic now.” ~ WTFrickFrackCadillac
INCREDIBLE!!
“He starts monologuing! He starts this prepared speech about how feeble I am to him, how my defeat is inevitable, and the world will soon be his, yada yada yada, he’s yammering!”
“I mean the guy has me on a platter, and he won’t shut up!” ~ Dazzling_Realties
“You sly dog! You got me monologuing!!” ~ burningfirelily
Villains
“A hero would sacrifice you for the world but a villain would sacrifice the world for you.” ~ I_Love_Small_Breasts
“If I remember correctly, Weathering with You.” ~ protein_bars
“His selfish desire to be with an ACTUAL GODDESS.”
“I love how complex and big but also intimate and sad the romance in this movie was.”
“He was a villain for sure, but also my heart was breaking for them the whole movie.”
“I wouldn’t have been any happier if he was a hero; everyone would have lost.” ~ WinsomeWombat
“They say the villain is selfish, but have anyone thought about this?”
“And what about the hero? What if they sacrifice you just for glory? What if they were the true villain to begin with?” ~ BasicallyBlu123
Arnold Speaks
“I need your clothes, your boots, and your motorcycle.” ~ 11B-1P-CIB
“Me and my brothers watched T2 almost every night for a month (we couldn’t sleep without tv on and each month was a new movie).”
“We’ve always said ‘ need your clothes, your boots, and your underwear.’”
“And you reminded me of what he actually says lol.” ~ stoicambience
“My friend quotes this all the time, but he remembers it wrong and just says ‘GIMME YA CLOTHES’ in a terrible Arnold accent lol!!” ~ NutSockMushroom
NETWORK
“I’m as mad as hell and I’m not going to take it anymore!” ~ UpperUnderstanding77
“One of the criticisms of Chayefsky’s screenplay was that it was too cynical and unrealistic. In hindsight it almost seems quaint.” ~ DaBake
“YOU HAVE MEDDLED WITH THE PRIMAL FORCES OF NATURE MR. BEALE, AND I WON’T HAVE IT!!!!” ~ Wagglebagga
When Comedy Mattered
“Who are you? And how’d you get in here?” “I’m the locksmith, and I’m a locksmith.” ~ parallel_jay
“We’re so sorry about your loss, Wilma. We would have come earlier, but your husband wasn’t dead then. -Police Squad”
“Also in the same vein…”
“Trust me, whatever scum did this to your husband, no man on the force will rest until he’s behind bars! Now let’s grab a bite to eat.”
“I wish they could make parodies like they did back then.”
“There seemed to be a legitimate love for the source material they were spoofing, maybe that’s the key ingredient to make them work?” ~ redfoot62
“My all-time favourite joke. I love it so much.”
“The wording, the delivery, the very existence of this joke are just utterly delicious to me.”
“It’s so clever in its language. I had to think twice when I first heard it, cracked up laughing, and still laugh at it.”
“I read a quote somewhere, I don’t remember where, that ‘the essence of humour is the unexpected’.”
“This joke just hits so perfectly.” ~ cmdrqfortescue
No Country for Old Men
“All the time you spend tryin’ to get back what’s been took from you there’s more goin’ out the door. After a while you just try and get a tourniquet on it.” ~ Cells_Interlinked_77
Blade Runner
“I’ve seen things you people wouldn’t believe.”
“Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhäuser Gate.”
“All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in rain. Time to die.” ~f**kitillbeanunicorn
Guardians
“When you’re ugly and someone loves you, you know they love you for who you are. Beautiful people never know who to trust.” ~ Future_Rooster_3909
“I guess it might seem weird for a comic book movie to dole out some big life lessons, but GotG 2 is chock full of that stuff.”
“Hell, the whole storyline with Peter, Yondu, and Ego is genuinely one of the most touching things I can remember seeing in a movie in a pretty long time.”
“‘He may have been your father, boy, but he wasn’t your daddy.’”
“As someone who grew up without a father, that line bored a hole straight through my soul.” ~ DextrosKnight
Movies are an essential part of life.
We often get lost in the political Hollywood nonsense of it all, but when we look deeper, we realize, film saves us.
Because when film is at its best, it reflects us.
Keep speaking those lines.
It’s a tradition in Italy to watch…
It’s a tradition in Italy to watch the movie Trading Places on Christmas Eve, with millions tuning in every year.
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People Divulge Which Movies Actually Teach A Bad Lesson
There’s something that really irks me about The Little Mermaid to this day. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a fun movie and a modern Disney classic.
But doesn’t anyone think it’s a little odd that the film celebrates the fact 16-year-old Ariel abandons her family and everyone she knows for a man she just looked at once?
Seriously, she looked at him once, decided she was in love with him–LOVE–and then made a deal with a literal sea witch to get her man.
Oh, did I add that she didn’t even bother to read the contract she signed?
Read the contracts you sign, people. You’ll avoid a lot of uncomfortable circumstances later. Actually, you should make a habit of reading the contracts you don’t sign, too.
But that’s not Ariel! No, sir.
The Little Mermaid isn’t the only film out there bound to raise your eyebrows.
I mean, have you seen most Disney films?
We heard all about other movies with questionable morals after Redditor sakurachan asked the online community:
“What’s a movie that teaches a really bad lesson?”
Limitless (2011)
“Limitless basically ends with the protagonist winning and succeeding in everything he ever pursued in life while getting back together with the woman who previously wanted nothing to do with him because he did enough super Adderall to be high all the time.” ~ zilde
My take:
Yeah… what was up with that. I remember when this came out. I saw it on a bootleg DVD. I didn’t think the film was all that great to begin with, let’s be real, but the writing was all over the place.
Jackass: The Movie (2002)
“Didn’t want to let the kids see Jackass. Gave in. Ńext day, the very next day, they were sliding down a staircase in a laundry basket.” ~ mediaman54
My take:
I think I was definitely the opposite. I saw this movie as an impressionable kid and thought that all of those stunts looked like they would hurt.
Don’t get me wrong, I thought it was pretty hilarious at the time, but I had no desire to do anything the crew did in the film.
Cats (2019)
“Cats. It teaches impressionable Hollywood producers that it’s a good idea to make a movie like Cats.” ~ flychinook
My take:
Cats isn’t even funny to watch. I tried to watch it with some friends some months after it was initially released and we ended up turning it off about halfway through. It merely succeeded at making us angry.
Christmas with the Kranks (2004)
“Christmas with the Kranks teaches us that adults should not be allowed to spend Christmas however they like, and they must bow to peer pressure and do what other people want them to do.” ~ QuietlySmirking
My take:
Does anyone actually LIKE Christmas with the Kranks? I remember reading the John Grisham–yes, THAT John Grisham–novel that it was based on and thinking the story was woefully thin.
Oh, and the characters were morons. Each and every single one of them was a total moron.
Fifty Shades of Grey (2015)
“Fifty Shades of Grey.“
“It’s a movie about a guy who was abused perpetuating the cycle of abuse with the thin veneer of “it’s okay because he’s rich and this is how BDSM works.” The f*ck it does; almost all the characters are all s****y people. Period.” ~ Lentra888
My take:
This film–and the subsequent series–are probably single-handedly responsible for a lot of misinformation out there about the BDSM community.
Ask anyone in the scene and they’ll tell you that aftercare is essential. Christian Grey is just an abuser, it’s really that simple.
Love Story (1970)
“Love Story. ‘Love means never having to say you’re sorry!’ What the hell were they thinking?” ~ NutsAndOrBerries
My take:
This film continues to baffle me. Even for the time, it was ridiculous. Nothing about it has aged particularly well. And who can stand the wooden Ryan O’Neal outside of Barry Lyndon, especially?
The Intern (2015)
“The Intern – It teaches that if your boyfriend cheats on you because he can’t stand how successful you are, it’s your fault and you should forgive him.” ~ misskitten1313
My take:
A part of me feels like this film came and went. Maybe it was the lazy screenwriting. Audiences, especially these days, aren’t going to be so kind to behavior like that on screen.
Sierra Burgess is a Loser (2018)
“Sierra Burgess is a Loser It’s ok to catfish a guy because you’re not cool and he seems to really like you anyway. He’ll fall for your true self so it’s all good.” ~ JackiewiththeO
My take:
Nothing about this plot made sense. In reality, Sierra Burgess would be more than just a loser – she’d be run out of town for that sick stunt.
Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)
“Raya and the Last Dragon made no sense!”
“The story ‘teaches’ that you should learn to trust people. Literally everyone they meet gives them a reason not to trust them. Makes absolutely no sense.” ~ Reddit
My take:
Yeah… none of that particularly worked, did it?
No one thought that script through all that well. Want to write a movie but are interested in how to undermine your own premise? Just watch Raya and the Last Dragon.
Sweet Home Alabama (2002)
“Sweet Home Alabama’s lesson is that you’ll always be trash no matter how good your new guy treats you so go back to your trash ex and trash town.” ~ Razor1834
My take:
How true! There was a huge push for this film, too. The trailers were everywhere at the time.
It’s rather funny to watch this movie nowadays knowing how Reese Witherspoon’s career has developed. She’s made a career as a producer bringing stories of strong women to the screen.
it’s safe to say that Sweet Home Alabama would not fall under this umbrella.
We could go on, obviously.
But just to beat a dead horse… have any of you ever watched any Disney Channel original movie aimed at teen girls?
All of the protagonists are mean and do whatever they want–to hell with everyone else–in the name of “empowerment.”
I remember I used to watch everything that came out on the channel as a kid and I don’t think I could stomach a single minute now.
The lesson here, people?
Your tastes will change. It’ll be interesting to revisit this topic in another ten years or so and hear what movies people are complaining about.
People Share The Best Non-Christmas Movies To Watch At Christmas
Well, here we are again.
It’s the Christmas season!
And you know what that means—tons of Christmas movies on television and a slew of other Christmas content.
A lot of these films have become accepted as part of our holiday traditions.
The TBS 24-hour marathon of A Christmas Story is a staple for many families out there—though I’m pretty tired of that movie myself if I’m being completely honest.
You’ve probably watched Home Alone and Home Alone 2: Lost in New York many, many times by now.
How many versions of A Christmas Carol have you seen? And by that, I mean, other than Scrooged?
The Santa Clause and its sequels are a bit old-hat by now, right?
And as much as you might love It’s a Wonderful Life and Miracle on 34th Street, you’re probably wanting something new.
There’s bound to be more out there, right?
Of course there is! Even better, there’s nothing that says you need to watch the typical holiday fare this time of year anyway.
People shared their recommendations with us after Redditor samfringo asked the online community:
“What’s the best movie to watch at Christmas that isn’t a Christmas movie?”
The Shining (1980) and The Thing (1982)
“When my husband and I were newlyweds, we got snowed in together for the first time. We watched The Shining and John Carpenter’s remake of The Thing back to back. Good times.” ~ ColonelSanders_1930
My take:
If you’ve ever wondered what it must be like to be isolated in the middle of nowhere, then you can’t go wrong with either of these.
The Shining is a terrifying tale of how isolation drives a domestic abuser and alcoholic mad while snowbound with his family in a haunted hotel. The snowy environment allows for some stunning and unsettling cinematography.
The Thing, about a research team in Antarctica targeted by a shape-shifting alien, is one of the finest remakes of all time. It’s a thrilling and shocking film with excellent scares and even better practical effects.
Groundhog Day (1993)
“Groundhog Day is the perfect middle of January, snowing outside, cold as hell, movie. Especially if I’m laying around all by myself all day doing nothing.” ~ Beeks525
My take:
Groundhog Day remains one of the best films Bill Murray has ever done. Look past the gimmick–which is used to great and hilarious effect–and you’ll see a rather touching film about maturity and personal growth.
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993)
“The Nightmare Before Christmas. It’s totally a Halloween movie. Unless you need it to be a Christmas movie, in which case it’s a Christmas movie.” ~ anotherpoweruser
My take:
This reviewer says this assessment is spot on!
Right now is the perfect time of year to watch this movie, which seems only to have grown in popularity the more time passes.
The Nightmare Before Christmas is the movie we deserve, but not always the move we need right now.
Band of Brothers (2001)
“For the past six or seven years, I’ve watched the Band of Brothers miniseries with my dad over the Christmas holidays.” ~ Groundloop
My take:
This one is indeed technically a miniseries, but it’s still a great recommendation.
To this day, it remains one of HBO’s finest works–and that’s saying a lot, especially for a studio that usually knocks it out of the park.
The sixth episode of the series is actually Christmas-related, and follows a medic as he attempts to treat the many men who were wounded during the Battle of the Bulge, in Bastogne. Recommended viewing.
The Sound of Music (1965)
“The Sound of Music. I don’t think I’ve watched it outside of Christmastime, but I watch it every year.” ~ shadowley
My take:
Few films are as magical as this one.
The Sound of Music won five Academy Awards, including the coveted Best Picture prize. Featuring stellar performances from an enormous cast that includes Julie Andrews and the late Christopher Plummer, it is bound to bring a smile to your face.
It was so successful, in fact, that it enjoyed an initial four-and-a-half year theatrical release run in the United States.
My Man Godfrey (1936)
“It has nothing to do with Christmas, but I always watch the original My Man Godfrey while I decorate my tree. Hilarious movie! William Powell is at his best!” ~ TheHearseDriver
My take:
If you’re looking for a screwball comedy classic, then this is the one.
Carole Lombard and William Powell are indeed at their best. The film, about a socialite who unknowingly hires a vagrant to be her butler, is delightfully funny.
My Man Godfrey was deemed “culturally significant” by the United States Library of Congress and is preserved in the National Film Registry. A splendid transfer is available from the Criterion Collection.
Forrest Gump (1994)
“I feel like Forrest Gump is always on around the holidays. It’s a crowd-pleaser. Everyone from my older relatives to my younger ones can enjoy parts of it and everyone has seen it so much it’s easy to just watch a small part and still enjoy it.” ~ ohno807
My take:
Few films have become such a slice of Americana as Forrest Gump and that distinction is undoubtedly aided by Tom Hanks, who anchors it with total aplomb.
Standout performances by Robin Wright, Gary Sinise, and the great Sally Field make Forrest Gump a joyous experience.
The Great Escape (1963)
“Our family always watches The Great Escape. I’ve seen it so many times now but it’s still amazing.” ~ corporal_bodkin
My take:
A thrilling film if there ever was one.
The story of a group of Allied prisoners of war eager to escape a German camp during World War II, the film features a who’s who of Hollywood talent of the day, including Steve McQueen, James Garner, Richard Attenborough, Charles Bronson, and James Coburn.
Believe it or not, The Great Escape received only a single Academy Award nomination after its release–for Best Film Editing–in yet another sign that the Academy doesn’t always get it right.
The Godfather (1972)
“The Godfather. Don’t know why but I always watch this movie around Christmas time.” ~ Killamagilla1989
My take:
A bonafide classic.
There was a time when Francis Ford Coppola had Hollywood eating out of the palm of his hand. Between this, the sequel, and The Conversation, he had a hell of a run so early in the game.
Believe it or not, though now highly regarded, Apocalypse Now received mixed reviews during its initial release.
Army of Darkness (1992)
“When I was a lot younger, my family somehow ended up renting Army of Darkness right after it was released. Needless to say, the entire family LOVED it and it has been a Christmas tradition ever since.”
“So, that’s my recommendation. Oh, and shop smart, shop S-Mart.” ~ [deleted]
My take:
Why not watch the entire Evil Dead series while you’re at it?
They’re fantastic and Bruce Campbell–on his third go-around as Ash Williams–carries them with such gusto!
Army of Darkness is indeed a thrill ride. More comedic than its predecessors, it features a standout performance from Embeth Davidtz as a (later) zombified love interest.
Well, there you have it, friends.
Don’t say you don’t have anything to watch for the holidays now.
There’s nothing stopping you from making these part of your holiday traditions. Pop one in, grab some popcorn and have a blast!
Film Buffs Break Down Which Movie Sequels Are Actually Better Than The Original
Movie sequels are often an incredibly contentious topic among movie lovers. Some love them, some hate them, and some sequels are just objectively terrible and everyone dislikes them.
Some, though, aren’t that bad. Even rarer are the sequels that are actually better than the films they follow, but those are few and far between.
Redditor Tall-Elderberry asked:
“What movie sequel is actually better than the original?”
Khaaaaaaan!
“Star Trek II, but I do love the first film, and I’m excited for the 4k release.” -HulkBlarg
“This also applies to the reboot series, where the first one may as well be called ‘James Kirk fails upwards’” -crowwreak
“You mean Navies don’t promote ensigns to Captain for disobeying orders in a plucky way?”-brocht
“I swear they must not have been planning for a Trilogy until that one sold well, and just decided “hey he has to be captain by the final act otherwise fans will be mad.” so… Gives Spock a mental breakdown and gets rewarded for it? (I think, anyway. It’s been like 7 years since I’ve seen that film)”
“Like, I like the film, but I felt like they could have held off on finishing his rise to the top until the second film. He gets kicked back down the ladder at the start for something stupid anyway.”
“It’s kinda the antithesis of Michael in the Discovery premiere playing a stupid game and winning a stupid prize for it.” -crowwreck
Rescue Aid Society
“Rescuers Down Under” -zachfive87
“So much more superior, though I wonder if that’s more due to just the swamp vibe of one.” -Jetsam_Marquis
“The first one always gave me bad vibes as a kid. Down Under rules though” -cats_suck
“Omg, I saw that so much on VHS.” -Makarov762
I Am Vengeance! I Am The Night!
“The Dark Knight” -Chief_Odin
“In every single way. The action is far better, story was much more interesting, better performances, script and direction.” -insane__knight
“Batman Begins gives an origin and really establishes Nolan’s version of Batman, and the Dark Knight already has that established universe to play around in. Dark Knight Rises (still something I enjoy) has its issues, but it really is kind of the result of events of the first two movies.” -TheGentlemanLoser
“Ledger’s Joker might not only be the best Joker performance, but also one of the greatest villains of cinema.” -Vicous
Mad Max
“[Mad Max 2:] The Road Warrior” -CoopedUp1313
“As much as I love the original it’s hard to disagree. Road Warrior ups the ante in every way while keeping the charm and feel of the original.” -Megamoss
“And then Fury Road is my pick for greatest action movie of all time and the best film of the 2010’s.” -lastcallface
“I have to agree, Fury Road is an unbridled masterpiece. You could slap that story and action on any backdrop and have it still be utterly perfect.” -HaydenScramble
“Are They Made From Real Girl Scouts?”
“Addams Family Values” -Born2dodishes
“Wednesday is such an amazing protagonist in that movie.” -MokitTheOmniscient
“‘You sent us to camp. They made us sing.’” -ParanoidAgnostic
“I came here to say this. The first one wasn’t bad, actually, but the sequel has all that social commentary Paul Rudnick added to the script, like the Thanksgiving dinner scene…” -SniffleBot
“Find someone who looks at you the way Wednesday looks at the girl she’s about to burn at the stake.” -obscurereferences
“I’m Not Freaking Out, I’m Freaking In”
“Kung Fu Panda 2” -Zeliv
“I love everything about Shen” -RadiantHC
“The one thing that disappointed me a little about the movie was Shen. Don’t get me wrong: from a visual and auditory design perspective, Shen is incredible. He’s stunningly intimidating, and his VA knocked the performance out of the park. When he was on screen, he radiated the menacing aura befitting someone that commissioned the genocide of an entire race.”
“That said, compared to the first movie, I feel like Shen fell short as a villain from a character perspective. Shen was evil as hell, but his motivations as a character felt shallow. He was obsessed with weaponizing gunpowder, but why? Where did that obsession come from? Why is it that his first reaction after hearing the prophecy was to slaughter all pandas? It really felt like he was evil for the sake of being evil.”
“Compare that to Tai Lung’s backstory, which had a lot more nuance. Tai Lung grew up under Shifu and was indoctrinated into believing that he would become the Dragon Warrior (hell, Tai Lung literally means Great Dragon!). But then Oogway basically shattered all of his life’s ambitions by rejecting him with no hesitation, seeing darkness in Tai Lung’s heart.”
“Which, when you think about it, is kinda f*cked up. Shifu was Oogway’s student, which means that Oogway probably had the opportunity to observe Tai Lung many times throughout his life — yet he seemingly never tried to guide Tai Lung away from the darkness.”
“The movie was fantastic, but I kinda wish they made Shen as complex as Tai Lung. It would have been interesting if he had been given stronger motives.” -RiceAlicorn
“I totally understand where you’re coming from, but in my opinion, sometimes a villain doesn’t need complexity to serve their role in the narrative.”
“That being said, Shen was obsessed with his ‘right’ to rule China which was threatened by the fortune teller when she predicted him to be defeated by a warrior of black and white (Po) this leads to him fighting against this destiny with the genocide of the pandas and the violent takeover of China. Only for that very genocide to be what sets Po on his own journey to stop him. A callback to Oogway saying, ‘One often meets his destiny on the road he takes to avoid it’”
“What really puts this movie over the top for me is not the villain though, it’s the themes of inner peace, dealing with your grief, and not letting your past haunt your present and sabotage your future. Shen, while not as complex a character as Tai Lung served as the perfect antagonist to showcase those themes. Po reaching inner peace and dealing with his repressed trauma really won me over, plus the art direction in that movie is amazing.” -Zeliv
“He’s A Friend From Work!”
“Thor Ragnarok” -DF_Symbiote
“Thanks to Taika Waititi” -Wishart2016
“It’s sort of become popular to hate on Ragnarok because it’s so ‘quippy’, but I totally disagree – the movie was so damn FUN when it came out. I had a big smile on my face the whole way through.” -ExperimentalSorbet
“What Are You Doing In My Swamp?”
“Shrek 2. Obviously because of the Holding Out For a Hero scene.” -pandyabee
“It’s basically a perfect sequel. Takes everything great about the first film, steps it up, and improves the pacing, the heart and the depth. All the while it feels like the natural progression to the first film, expanding on themes from the first film. Really couldn’t ask for much more from a sequel tbh.” -SolVracken
“NOT THE GUMDROP BUTTONS” -schofield101
Bucky Is Best Boy
“The Winter Soldier” -Zealousideal-Rich-67
“That’s probably the only superhero movie I liked watching where I didn’t really care for the main superhero as in I don’t really care for captain America but the movie was still good anyway” -Jack1715
“Agreed. The first movie seemed a bit lackluster and I wasn’t fussed about watching the sequel, but I was on a 27 hour flight and I’d seen everything else I was interested in. Winter Soldier came as a pleasant surprise.” -I_throw_socks_at_cat
Toothless!
“How to train your dragon. The first one is really really good, which is why I didn’t expect the second and third one to be better but it was.” -theassassintherapist
“The second one was the best one IMO. It had great world building, character building, heart, and a f*cking awesome soundtrack.” MotorwaveMedia
“I cannot watch HTTYD 2 without crying, they did that movie so well!” -JulzCrafter
Opinions can get pretty heated when it comes to movies, especially sequels, but at least these ones are pretty enjoyable.
Iconic Red Carpet Outfit Facts That Deserve Their Own Award
Red carpets have turned into one of the most iconic aspects of award season. Who can forget that iconic Versace green dress JLo wore to the Grammy’s in 2000.
These are some facts about some of the most iconic red carpet looks ever.
Glamorous facts about iconic red carpet outfits
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— UberFacts (@UberFacts) July 1, 2021
Be it at the Oscars, the Grammy’s, or the MET Gala, no one can wait to see the gowns and glamour on the red carpet.
Many red carpet looks have become as famous as the celebrities wearing them!
Lady Gaga’s Meat Dress
Such as Lady Gaga’s Meat Dress from the 2010 MTV Video Music Awards, designed by Franc Fernandez and made entirely of raw meat!
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Lady Gaga claimed the dress was meant to represent fighting for what one believes in.
The controversial dress drew an expectedly mixed reception from fans and critics.
It was condemned by both PETA and The Vegetarian Society, but was named by TIME magazine as the top fashion statement of 2010.
Lizzy Gardiner’s American Express Gown
Costume Designer Lizzy Gardiner’s American Express gown was something of a full circle achievement.
Gardiner wowed audiences with her costumes for The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
But one of the looks she envisioned for the film, a dress made entirely of credit cards, never came to be. As no bank gave approval to be used.
But when she was nominated for an Academy Award, Gardiner returned to the idea for her own Oscar gown.
And this time, American Express was very excited about the concept!
Providing 254 expired AMEX cards for Gardiner to use. While Gardiner’s designs for Priscilla won the 1995 Oscar, her Amex Gown is often considered one of the worst Oscar gowns of all time.
Bjork’s Swan Dress
As is The Swan unforgettably worn by Bjork at the 2001 Academy Awards.
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The Marjan Pejoski creation even came with an egg purse, and the Icelandic singer mimicked laying an egg on the red carpet!
Bjork claimed that the look was meant to represent “fertility.”
An endless source of humor for years thereafter, the team at Valentino saw some potential in the gown. Creating a similar, wrap around swan dress in their 2014 collection.
Billy Porter’s Iconic Hat
While men on red carpets are often beholden to traditional black-tie, there are always a few who leave a sizable impression.
None more so than Billy Porter.
Guaranteed to make a splash in whatever he’s wearing, particularly his dazzling Turquoise Jumpsuit at the 2020 Grammy Awards.
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And It’s accompanying hat, by Sarah Sokol featuring retractable, remote controlled metal fringe!
Billie Eilish’s face covering Bonnet from the 2019 AMA’s was what inspired Porter to don a hat.
But Porter told Studenberg and Sokol:
“After 30 years of working [my] way into Hollywood, y’all gonna see my face!”
Two Dresses to Remember
Gwyneth Paltrow’s 1999 Oscar Gown, and Jennfier Lopez’s 2000 Grammy Gown are easily two of the most admired red carpet gowns of all time.
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A slow clap for this Versace moment.
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So much so, that South Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone, donned replicas at the 2000 Academy Awards!
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Outspokenly opposed to award shows,
The comic duo reportedly considered arriving dressed in chicken outfits or pirate costumes before settling on the gowns.
While plenty found it hilarious, the duo claimed many of the attendees did not.
Including Gwyneth Paltrow who reportedly shot Stone a dirty look on the red carpet.
Though as they say, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery!
Either way, these iconic looks will go down in history as some of the most memorable award ceremony moments.
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