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The Definitive Movies of 1995

10. Waterworld Directed by: Kevin Reynolds It could be the flop of all flops. At the time, “Waterworld” was the most expensive film ever made. Starring Kevin Costner, “Waterworld” is a science-fiction/fantasy film taking place roughly 500 years after the polar ice caps melted in the beginning of the 21st century, effectively covering the entire …

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10 seasons in, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia rocks on

The key art for this season of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia depicts the cast as hair metal rockers, complete with giant hair, face paint, and metal studs everywhere. This excess and confidence is well deserved—10 seasons in, Always Sunny is one of television’s most consistent, laugh-out-loud funny series. Surviving to a tenth season is an impressive and rare feat for any show, but with its upcoming episodes, the series does more than survive, it delivers some of its best episodes yet.

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The Nostalgia Files: ‘Last Action Hero’ (1993)

Last Action Hero Written by Zak Penn, Adam Leff, Shane Black, and David Argott Directed by John McTiernan USA, 1993 The concept of a film within a film is an idea that provides for truly interesting cinema. Films that are self-referential, satiric, and make fun of their own genre are often hilarious, thought-provoking, and downright …

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Ranking the Films of the Caped Crusader

For almost 50 years, Batman has graced the silver screen.  Whether working solo or accompanied by sidekicks and associates, Gotham City is continually saved by his enduring presence.  Even though the eight theatrical live-action films featuring the Caped Crusader have had their ups and downs, there is no denying his appeal as a lead character. …

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Unsung Gems – ‘Get Shorty’ is crime comedy at its best

Get Shorty Directed by Barry Sonnenfield Written by Scott Frank USA, 1994 Due to the influence of a certain former video store employee turned Hollywood star, the mid 90’s proved to be something of a purgatory for many a mainstream crime film with stylistic and comedic ambitions. Just as Tarantino’s name became a huge seller …

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