Avengers: Endgame marked the end of an era. No other movie has paid tribute to the 11-year-long Marvel Studios franchise in the way Endgame did. With that said, there were probably going to be scenes dedicated to revisiting previous MCU movies, what with all the Quantum Realm/Time-Travel/BARF theories floating around since the end of Infinity War, and the constant tidbits regarding the return of past characters. But even with a lack of “time-heisting”, being the final installment of the Infinity Saga meant it definitely had to wrap up previous stories and include references to past movies....

Viola Davis is often called one of the best actors working today and it’s not hard to see how she’s achieved such a reputation. With each new film, she delivers another powerful and compelling performance to add to her incredibly successful filmography. Though she mostly stays away from the big franchise films (with the exception of Suicide Squad), Davis has chosen her films wisely and appeared in so many acclaimed projects....

Bumblebee came as a breath of fresh air to many Transformers fans, both for its story, emotional impact, and clear, beautifully choreographed action sequences. The film was done in a way that was very easy for any new viewers to understand the essence of Transformers: friendship and family in the face of adversity. But longtime fans got a little more out of the movie. Filled with references to more than G1 and themes spanning all 35 years of Transformers history, here are 10 connections to the Transformerscartoons in Bumblebee that you didn’t notice....

American Pickers is History channel reality TV series that follows antique and collectible “pickers” Mike Wolfe, Frank Fritz and Danielle Colby who travel around the country “picking” and buying various items either for resale or their personal collections. It’s a pretty cool job, particularly for those who enjoy American history and have a knack for spotting diamonds in the rough. Viewers have been joining the pickers on their hunt for antiques since 2010, but some picks are definitely more noteworthy than others....

Redesigns of our favorite characters, whether they’re from Star Wars or any other fandom, using more varied body styles, abilities, races, sexual orientations and other diverse representations, is one of the best results of fanart shared worldwide. People who’ve never seen someone quite like them in the fandom can enjoy feeling like they’re included for the first time, and people with narrow views are challenged in new ways as they’re invited to appreciate bodies in all forms....

The Lord of the Rings was in many ways the original modern cinematic universe. Based on J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic novels, Peter Jackson and his team put decades of love and hard work into creating a trilogy of films that most agree to be nearly perfect in every aspect. But then, no piece of work is really perfect, and there are plenty of issues, small and big, with the films that fans have discovered over the years upon countless rewatching....

Have you ever wondered how on earth people ever got motivated to improve their health before social media? While there’s no denying that the fitness community on Instagram has its challenges, it’s also an incredible source of inspiration and education. There are plenty of personal trainers, nutritionists, and yogis on Instagram who genuinely use the platform for good. We’re talking about the people who go deeper than gym selfies and smoothie bowls to help people become the best version of themselves....

Cheers is one of the longest-running and most popular sitcoms ever produced. Despite nearly being canceled during its very first season, it eventually worked its way up to becoming must-see TV. It ultimately ran for eleven seasons, earned 28 Primetime Emmy Awards, and inspired the spin-off, Frasier, which ran until 2004. It’s no surprise that over it’s impressive and successful run, many patrons passed through the eponymous Cheers bar. The show’s history is studded with celebrity cameos or minor roles for famous actors....

Perhaps it was the cynicism of the 90’s striking yet again, but the decade has a distinct fascination with crime thrillers. Indie filmmakers flooded the industry with innovation, and the genre is somewhat loosely defined, so there’s plenty to revisit. Certain films stood out in examining the filth with forthright attitudes and sharp, enduring screenplays. However, some stories move beyond even an analysis of crime or society. Many of these films dare the audience to sympathize with the anti-heroes in their stark underworld....

Facts of life: not all films are created equally. Many films are masterpieces, celebrated in their time, while others are often either forgotten or neglected. Even great movies are vulnerable to being overlooked in their day. Many films that are now considered masterpieces were, upon release, ignored. It might stun modern film buffs which films were ignored by the general populace. Some flopped upon release. Others just remained misunderstood by critics....

Friends is one of the most popular shows that has ever aired on television. It still manages to make people laugh even though it ended fifteen years ago. But there are definitely some parts of the show that would not fly today. One of the most outdated parts of the show is the fact that the cast is not very diverse. There are also lots of homophobic slurs that make rewatching it today a bit hard to do....

There’s no better time than now to be an anime fan. Not only is the formerly niche interest now becoming mainstream (as seen in its prevalence in streaming services), but Hollywood has a keen interest on the medium’s unique form of storytelling. Just recently, Alita: Battle Angel, Death Note, and Ghost in the Shell all got live-action adaptations, with more to come, such as Cowboy Bebop and a remake of Your Name....

Since 1977, Star Wars has taken the world by storm and created one of the biggest cult followings ever in its nine movie franchise. With hundreds of memorable characters, cameos and easter eggs throughout the saga and the overall dynamic storytelling, it’s safe to say Star Wars is now a staple of pop culture. With the recent release of the last of the Star Wars movies, many fans are wondering what to watch next and Disney is looking for the next big Star Wars project that can keep the Star Wars fandom happy....

Pathfinder: Warth of the Righteous is an old-school RPG game with modern trappings. However, unlike Divinity’s new Baldurs Gate game, Wrath immediately shows what you’re dealing with in its character creation screen. The range of choice feels fantastic, and it’s only really a shame the opening acts are so railroaded with correct choices. Speaking of choices, this isn’t BG3; there’s a lot of text, and while many decisions affect the game....

Movie posters are essentially their own form of art. Over the decades of the movie industry, designers have perfected the many techniques needed to create a compelling film poster. We’ve seen some incredible ones over the years and some less than great variations. The science fiction genre is one of the biggest in Hollywood and has allowed designers to make some truly legendary posters. They are usually the most creative pieces of art in the industry, but many of them hold secret details you might not have known....

One of the most popular heroes in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is Thor , played by Chris Hemsworth, one of the original Avengers. While the God of Thunder is a force to be reckoned with, without a doubt, this hero comes with quite a lot of humor. Given the success of his franchise as well as Thor’s appearances in the Avengers movies, there’s a massive fandom all around the world that is in love with him....

Listen: you can’t dismiss your follower count on Twitter as a vanity metric. Because more followers mean more influence in your industry and proven interest in your content. Besides, Twitter is the go-to social network for engaging your audience. According to the Sprout Social Index™ 2021: Accelerate, 50% of social consumers use Twitter daily and 30% want to see brands use it more. Fast-moving and so simple to use, Twitter is arguably the easiest social following to grow from zero....

The Scooby-Doo franchise has been an institution adored worldwide for over fifty years. From its first incarnation in Scooby-Doo, Where Are You! back in 1969, all the way through a variety of direct-to-DVD cartoons, blockbuster live-action films, and more TV series’ than you can count, it’s still going strong. And Frank Welker even still voices Fred Jones! With so many years of content to explore, there are a lot of continuity errors to dig into....

Shipping is something that happens in all kinds of fandoms, and Disney movies are no exception. While Disney might own many franchises such as Star Wars and Marvel, there is also a lot of shipping for more classic Disney characters such as in the animated movies. Romance is a big part of these movies, especially the ones about Disney princesses, but the canon pairings aren’t the only ones that could have been great....

American Horror Story: Coven remains one of the most popular seasons of the hit horror anthology series, and for good reason. It’s deft use of modern, retro, and historical garments with a magical twist gives it an aesthetic that sets it apart from every season before or since. It was the first season to take the moody elements of Murder House and the period costumes of Asylum, combining them to strike a dark tone perfect for a chronicle about voodoo priestesses and couture-wearing witches....