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Features · ProfilesCimarron Strip: Stuart Whitman's Forgotten 1960s Western Series
Stuart Whitman led the short-lived CBS Western 'Cimarron Strip' in 1967-68, one entry in a career that ultimately spanned more than 190 credits. The 90-minute series featured an impressive guest roster and remains only partially available on streaming. 6 min read -
Features · BreakdownsStar Trek's Maquis Explained: Origins, Key Storylines, and Legacy
A deep dive into the Star Trek Maquis, the Federation-born resistance group that challenged Starfleet in Deep Space Nine and Voyager. The feature covers their origins, key storylines, and eventual downfall. 6 min read -
Features · OpinionsThe Stupids at 30: Revisiting John Landis's 1996 Box Office Bomb
Three decades after its release, John Landis's The Stupids remains one of Hollywood's most infamous family-comedy misfires, earning just $3.4 million against a $25 million budget. The film, adapted from Harry Allred's children's book series, also derailed its director's late-1990s momentum and cemented a Worst Actor Razzie for star Tom Arnold. 6 min read -
Features · ProfilesThe Wrecking Crew 1968: Tina Louise's Underrated Spy Comedy
A look back at the 1968 Matt Helm film "The Wrecking Crew," which featured Tina Louise fresh off Gilligan's Island alongside Sharon Tate, Chuck Norris's film debut, and Bruce Lee's first American production credit. The film remains a cult favorite of 1960s spy spoofs. 6 min read -
Features · AnalysisIce-T's 1995 Sci-Fi Flops: Tank Girl and Johnny Mnemonic
A retrospective look at how Ice-T transitioned from gangsta rap to Hollywood and ended up starring in two critically panned 1995 sci-fi films. The article examines why Tank Girl and Johnny Mnemonic failed, the role of studio interference, and how the rapper eventually found his long-running role on Law & Order: SVU. 6 min read -
Features · Movie News5 Non-Sci-Fi Books to Read After Project Hail Mary
Following the massive success of the Project Hail Mary film adaptation, readers seeking similar themes of survival, friendship, and self-discovery can find rich stories outside the sci-fi genre. These five non-sci-fi novels capture the same spirit, ranging from Daniel Defoe's classic Robinson Crusoe to Helen Keller's essays on perception. 7 min read -
Interviews · AnalysisVoyager's Showrunner Wanted It To Be Star Trek's X-Files
Brannon Braga, showrunner of Star Trek: Voyager, said in a 1996 interview that the series should have been the franchise's answer to The X-Files, with stranger aliens and higher-concept storytelling. The interview also touched on diversity criticisms the show faced during its early seasons. 6 min read -
Analysis · FeaturesWhy The Purge: Election Year Is the Ultimate Fourth of July Horror Film
The Purge: Election Year stands as the definitive patriotic horror film for Independence Day viewing, blending dystopian thrills with sharp political commentary. Released in 2016, the franchise third installment uses its 12-hour crime legalization premise to critique American nationalism, class warfare, and systemic violence. 6 min read -
Features · ProfilesAlfonso Cuarón's A Little Princess: The Overlooked 1995 Fantasy Masterpiece
Alfonso Cuarón's 1995 Hollywood debut "A Little Princess" remains a critically acclaimed fantasy drama that earned two Academy Award nominations despite its modest box office performance. The film serves as a pivotal early work in the director's career, bridging his Mexican indie roots with the visual ambition that would later define his blockbuster and prestige pictures. 5 min read -
Movie News · FeaturesClint Eastwood Criticized John Wayne’s ‘Reactor’ Acting Philosophy
Clint Eastwood publicly rejected John Wayne’s theory that acting is merely reacting, calling the concept incomprehensible in archived interviews. Their opposing views on performance craft contributed to a legendary Hollywood feud that prevented the two Western icons from ever sharing the screen. 6 min read -
Features · Movie News10 Underrated Coming-of-Age Movies Worth Rediscovering
A retrospective examination highlights ten coming-of-age films that have fallen out of mainstream conversation despite their artistic merit and emotional resonance. These overlooked titles span from 1970s summer camp comedies to modern urban dramas, offering distinct perspectives on adolescent growth and self-discovery. 7 min read