Dramas are also more reliant on compelling performances and good writing to hold the viewer’s attention. Overall,Glittercomes across like a movie aimed at kids, but lacking any sense of fun or joy. That said, it may be fun to watch ironically and poke fun at its flaws. Image via 20th Century Fox The performances are stiff, and the script offers little in terms of believable character development or genuine emotion....

Cinema has been fascinated with crime since the birth of the medium. As news coverage expanded and people became more aware of crime, their fascination grew. 12’L.A. Image via Warner Bros. Confidentialis a gritty, unflinching look at the murky underbelly hidden by tinsel town’s elite. Like most great film noirs, L.A. Its an abnormal starting point that leans into its black comedy absurdist charm with every shocking twist and turn....

The beauty of “Back There” is the unexpected ending. Did Miller die of fright? Or was it something from beyond the grave? Image by Federico Napoli Even though he’s unable to pay Smith, the man insists on taking a job. NEXT:The Best Hard Sci-Fi Episodes of ‘The Twilight Zone’ Image via CBS Image via CBS Image via CBS Image via CBS

If you are not watchingCity of God: The Fight Rages On, you are missing out. The series on Max continues the story of the 2002 Brazilian classicCity of God. The differences start there. Image via HBO Ned did join the army when he was 18, and these skills came in handyduring this conflict. There are alsoaccounts of witnessesto the conflict claiming thatthe movie isn’t very accurate. Again, there is even a warning about it being fictional before each episode....

Elsewheregave him a steady job on TV, it wasA Soldier’s Storythat made him a movie star. Directed byNorman Jewison, it was an adaptation ofCharles Fuller’sPulitzer Prize-winningA Soldier’s Play. ‘A Soldier’s Story’ Explores Internalized Racism The year is 1944, and Capt. Image by Nimesh Niyomal The victim is Maj. Sgt. Davenport interviews the base cadets, who have never seen a Black commissioned officer before. Through flashbacks, a picture is drawn of Sgt....

This entry features a major earthquake that affects the entire city. It not only showed how a city-wide emergency affects its citizens but the first responders as well. This begins her character’s journey towards beingone of the best dispatchers in the L.A. area. Explores the high-pressure experiences of the first responders who are thrust into the most frightening, shocking, and heart-stopping situations. This is exactly what Eddie needs to hear tofocus on saving lives as a firefighter....

Nowadays, there is little tono divide between stars of the big screen and the small screen. Skilled at playing fierce and independent women in film, she formidably inhabited the role of a widowed matriarch. Scoring in later seasons wereLalo SchifrinandElmer Bernstein, two renowned film composers of the 20th century. Custom image by NImesh Niyomal Perera Working behind the camera wasWilfred M. Cline, an associate Technicolor cinematographer onGone With the Wind....

The “S” inJames Cameron’s name ought to be replaced with a dollar sign. Still, despite the public skepticism of his mammoth production, the checks will always clear for Cameron. His following films,AliensandThe Abyss, were major Hollywood events to varying degrees of success. Image by Federico Napoli Whatever he was attached to following the groundbreaking blockbuster was sure to draw the widest audience possible. The bold visionary took a slight left turn in the aftermath of the overwhelming critical and commercial success ofT2....

Wayfarer Studios and American High have consistently been providing quality teen entertainment in the past few years. Luckily, I was not disappointed, asthe film proves a welcome addition to both companies catalog of films. What Is Empire Waist About? Image via Blue Fox Her home life isnt the easiest either. Though Kaylas also plus-sized, she has no interest in hiding anything about herself. Unfortunately, theres not as much complexity when it comes to Sylvie....

One Pieceis an anime of great intrigue. However, Shanks flipped his fate upside down after swiftly defeating him and taking his poneglyph copies. This put Kid back to square one,essentially eliminating him from the race. Image via Toei Animation With his unique devil fruit, Law has some of thegreatest fights inOne Piece. The two had an epic clash, andLaw lost his crew, ship, and poneglyph copies. From killing Ace to his general ruthless attitude, fans have many reasons to dislike this character....

But does total monetary gross equate to quality? Tony’s journey inIron Man 3is super compelling. Getting the legendary James Spader to voice Ultron was a very smart decision on Marvel Studios' part. Image via Marvel Studios Peter’s character arc inSpider-Man: Far From Homeis a wonderful continuation of his story fromSpider-Man: Homecoming. Through his experiences abroad, Peter learns he doesn’t need to be a big-time superhero to be great. Part of what helpedDeadpool & Wolverinedraw people to theaters is the astounding cameos that shocked audiences....

2, set for release in October. During this period he tackled morally ambiguous characters and stories that delved into psychological territory. With this in mind, here are all of Eastwood’s ’80s movies, ranked. Image by Zanda Rice “City Heatis a crime comedy set in 1930s Kansas City. Reynolds himself described the movie as “Dirty Harry vs. the Wimp.” The plot is also a little slow, and focuses on a lot of unnecessary details....

But the time travel element has had some fans scratching their heads for years… It’s no secret that theTerminatorfranchise can sometimes be a bit confusing. Cyborgs from the future who come back to kill the future leader of the human Resistance will do that. Image via TriStar Pictures Well, sort of, but it also depends on which installment you’re watching. Of course, the film also begs the question: was Kyle Reese paradoxically always John’s father?...