Although theMarvel Cinematic Universeis often celebrated for its action-packed films and engaging storylines, the characters that inhabit its world are also an important part of its charm; its female heroes and villains are no exception. Over the years, complex, powerful, and intelligent women have conquered the hearts of fans thanks to their strong personalities and unique backgrounds. While there are plenty of women who deserve a place on this list,we look back and celebrate 10 of the best female Marvel characters so far(excluding those that technically aren’t a part of the MCU just yet), taking their skill set, personality, and longevity into account....

The heist movie genre is incredibly fun, great for thrilling stories with the potential to be full of suspense and creative ideas; comedies are every bit as enjoyable, the perfect source of laughs and smiles at the movies. Whoever first thought of combining the two should get a medal. For decades, cinephiles around the world have been enjoying heist comedies of all shapes and sizes.Many of these have great ratingson the review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, where critics vouch for their entertainment value....

It’s hard to convince a horror fanatic that a remake is just as good as an original. A lot of writer and director names get thrown around in this genre as the best of the best or what’s considered “classic.” You can’t argue with passion, but you can make a case for favorites. Related:11 Best Horror Movies Classics on HBO Max You May Have Missed It seems like everybody wants a makeover these days....

Fantasy movies are often some of the most fun and expressive in the cinematic medium. This broad genre of storytelling is defined by transporting audiences to fantastical worlds inhabited by legendary monsters, daring heroes, and at least a pinch of magic. Limited only by budget and the creativity of the filmmakers, these movies can bring nearly anything to life and use their unique worlds to tap into human themes and emotions, helping the genre remain beloved to this day....

Comedy has always been a crowd favorite, a popular genre that seems to be occasionally overlooked by critics. Comedy has always been able to cement its irreplaceable status by merging with other categories such as romance, action, and adventure.Animeis no exception. Be it through tried-and-true set-ups and clichés, or jaw-dropping moments that catch audiences off-guard, the versatility of animation acts as a magnifying glass, instantly amplifying the ludicrous jokes whilst gaining gratifying laughter from viewers....

This article contains spoilers for Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Read at your own risk. Movies that are adaptions of video games have gotten a very bad reputation over the years. While it’s certainly gotten a lot better as studios have slowly, but surely, become more open to being stronger in their faithfulness to the game they’re adapting. Which is a big part of the bad reception they’ve collectively gotten over the years....

A great soundtrack can do wonders when paired with the right film. Whether it’s the decades-spanning greatest hits collection featured inGuardians of the Galaxyor the catchy indie jams fromScott Pilgrim Vs. The World(which remains one of the best soundtracks of the 21st century), music can help elevate a quality film to even greater heights. Sometimes though, the music itself can wind up leaving a more lasting impression than the film it’s featured in....

Buckle up – these outrageous stories of celebrity bad behavior will shock the heck out of you. Martin Lawrence - Saturday Night Live To enjoy the comedy ofMartin Lawrenceis to accept his outrageousness. From his standup, to his sitcomMartin, to, yes, theBig Momma’s Housefranchise, Lawrence is a bad boy of comedy. But when he hostedSaturday Night Livein 1994, he broke a little too bad. In his opening monologue, Lawrence veered away from his prepared remarks, delivering an impromptu set about – how can we put this nicely?...

HBO has been delivering fantastic movies and shows for many years, andits streaming platform,HBO Max, is currently home to some of the hottest movie picks and new releases. Still, some unfortunate few are going overlooked, due to the ever-growing library of great watches on the platform. These films are awaiting returning viewers and a new generation of fans to fall in love with their epic stories. Movies likeZack Snyder’s Justice League— a four-hour film that transformed a lukewarm watch into something completely thrilling — and the 2000 romanceIn the Mood for Love, which is so visually stunning and emotionally devastating that it has become the foundation for a great many films, have the misfortune of being counted among the forgotten gems on HBO Max....

As Disney+’s second live-action seriesThe Book of Boba Fettis headed towards its final episode this week, it looks like it is time to start thinking about the streamer’s next slate ofStar Warsseries. While there is still no official release date for theRogue Oneprequel seriesAndor, one of its cast members let slip during an interview that the series will be getting at least two seasons. Talking to the Swedish news siteDagens NyheterStellan Skarsgårdrevealed, “We start with ‘Dune 2’ in July....

I almost gave up onArrowto start Season 5. After two seasons of wandering, the show had lost a lot of cachet with fans who were starting to gravitate to the other shows in the CW’s DC universe that had spun off from it. Even at the beginning of Season 5, I wasn’t all that into the new team or the dynamic that it felt like we’d seen so many times before....

The genre film festival Beyond Fest is getting a hefty dose of Cronenberg. It was announced today that Beyond Fest will be hostingCronenberg with Cronenberg: A Retrospective of the New Flesh, which is a 13-film celebration of filmmakerDavid Cronenberg’s career. For the first time in a decade, Cronenberg will return to Los Angeles to be in attendance for three of the screenings, joined by actors, collaborators, and guest moderators. The Cronenberg-attended screenings are as follows....

Based on the bestseller of the same name byLiane Moriarity, written for television and created byDavid E. Kelley, and with the season directed byJean-Marc Vallée, the HBO seven-episode seriesBig Little Liesis as highly addicting and entertaining, as it is well done and expertly acted. Set in the tranquil seaside town of Monterey, Calif., where nothing is quite as it seems, the story follows Madeline (Reese Witherspoon), Celeste (Nicole Kidman) and Jane (Shailene Woodley), and their lives and friendships, as rumors, conflicts, secrets and betrayals threaten to compromise everything between husbands and wives, parents and children, and friends and neighbors....