Archive for May, 2011
Movies Featuring People with Autism Films about autism can be a tricky subject, as Hollywood has a tendency to take any medical condition and play fast and loose with the facts. Luckily, the increasing number of children diagnosed with autism in recent years has led to a number of movies devoted to realistic and sensitive […]
Movies Where John Wayne Got Killed Decades after his passing, John Wayne remains a beloved actor and cultural icon of America. And much like the nation he’s so associated with, the Duke’s characters were always expected to come out on top. That wasn’t always the case, however, hence this list of films John Wayne died […]
People love movie quotes, and even the most casual viewer can usually recite one or two favorites from memory. Of course, these immortal lines fall into a number of categories, so this list is dedicated to 25 movie quotes about life. Instantly watch unlimited TV episodes & movies over the Internet right on your TV, […]
Films Made in Colorado The next time you pop in a DVD or Blu-ray, don’t be surprised to find the scenic beauty of Colorado staring back at you. That’s because the Centennial State has served as the backdrop for hundreds of films since the invention of motion pictures, appearing in everything from Westerns to gross-out […]
Films Starring The Rock Dwayne Johnson never set out to be a movie star, but life is filled with unexpected twists and turns. In college, he played football for the NCAA champion Miami Hurricanes, although an injury would sideline him (and allow teammate Warren Sapp to get playing time). With his dreams of playing in […]
Films Adapted from Video Games Even though I’m older than I would care to admit, I still enjoy popping in a video game on occasion and mowing down alien invaders or reliving the various battles of WWII. It’s a great way to blow off steam without going on a real-life killing spree, and the worst possible […]
Films with Zach Galifianakis If you’re familiar with comedic actor Zach Galifianakis, there’s a strong chance you either love him or hate him. It seems as though more people fall into the former category, however, as he’s been popping up in a number of movies recently with his distinctive beard and oversized belly. Those who […]
Films with Dancing with the Stars Contestants Ever since its debut in 2005, Dancing with the Stars has achieved healthy ratings by pairing up celebrities and athletes with professional (and incredibly attractive) ballroom dancers. But even though new seasons are cranked out as quickly as possible, there’s still a tendency to get depressed when your […]
Films You Might Not Have Heard Of Everyone is familiar with blockbusters like Avatar, Transformers, and Men in Black. But for every Hollywood hit, there are those good movies under the radar that elude the average viewer (and even some diehard cinephiles). This list is devoted to shining a light on lesser-known titles deserving of […]
Films with Surprise Endings Traditional film endings are fine, but I occasionally tire of the predictable Hollywood formula where the guy meets the girl, loses the girl, and then gets the girl back just in time for the end credits. When such a mood strikes me, I dig into my collection of movies with twists […]