Tokusatsu refers to live-action television shows that rely heavily on special effects, graphics, acrobatics, stunts, and the overuse of dialogue to further the plot. The vibrant costumes also play a vital role in the show, and some even feature Kaiju-type monsters and villains. Most tokusatsu TV shows have characters that transform into their hero mode, giving us cool “henshin” moments. While most tokusatsu transformation scenes reuse stock footage, they still make the fight scenes more hyped alongside their well-choreographed stunts....

But now? E-bikes and e-scooters have come a long way and people are starting to see that there’s more to them than simply being a practical way to grab groceries from the market down the street. Manufacturers have added a lot more power to the motors, making e-bikes and e-scooters more suitable for hobby and recreational use. E-bikes and e-scooters can now ascend hills and boast top speeds of 24mph or more (depending on a country’s laws and restrictions)....

Back in the day, 4:3 (1.33:1) was the standard aspect ratio for most movies. Then, in 2009, the 16:9 (1.77:1) widescreen aspect ratio took over in popularity and became the international standard for HD and UHD displays. And don’t forget the anamorphic 21:9 (2.35:1) ultra-widescreen aspect ratio, sometimes called CinemaScope, which came out in the 1950s and has ebbed and flowed in popularity over the years. These days, most movies are shot in 16:9 aspect ratio, with 4:3 generally delegated to art house films and 21:9 reserved for epic-scale productions....

Sometimes, a filmmaker can create a movie so great, so profound, so well-made that audiences and critics hold it up with intense reverence, heralding it as a masterpiece. But what are these filmmakers to do next? Are they to hang up their hat and disappear from the medium now that their work is finished and their purpose served? Or do they dare to continue, knowing that they may never reach those lofty heights again?...

Don’t do what I did. Buying those textbooks from your campus store is one step short of being robbed. And don’t try to get through the semester without any textbooks—I tried that once and the inevitable hassle just isn’t worth the money you’ll save. To get textbooks for cheap, you need to go digital. By opting for digital textbooks—also called etextbooks—you’ll be able to get your textbooks at a huge discount....

Across four short films and one feature-length movie, which have all garnered Academy Award nominations (and even won three), the pair have grown into a beloved claymation franchise that’s been watched by millions of people worldwide. For over thirty years, the duo has inspired audiences from humble beginnings in Bristol, England and along the way have taken down Ware-Rabbits, Robots on the Moon, and a Penguin dressed as a Chicken....

This is a common dichotomy that exists across nearly every video game genre, from role-playing games (RPG) to multiplayer online battle arenas (MOBA), from real-time strategy (RTS) to massive multiplayer online (MMO) games. It almost seems like a toss-up, with marksmen wiping out swordsmen from afar but losing almost instantaneously as soon as the gap is closed. That just keeps players in constant debate as to which type of character is ultimately better for battle....

And fortunately for Xbox gamers, Xbox Game Pass has tons of great action games that you can play on your Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles. With so much variety, you’re sure to find one you’ll like. Here are some of the best action games on Xbox Game Pass, ranging from big-budget masterpieces down to indie hidden gems. No matter what your tastes are, you’d be remiss to skip any of these....

But that optimism and enthusiasm can quickly melt away in the face of bureaucratic school administrations, the lack of respect from parents and society at large, and angsty teenage rebellion from students. From zany substitutes to borderline alcoholics, here are our picks for the best movies about teachers and their students. 10. The Professor (2018) Johnny Depp has had his fair share of eccentric roles. One of his lesser-known ones is as Richard Brown, a disillusioned English teacher whose cancer diagnosis reignites the flame of his life....

Cults tends to lure in the gullible and innocent (or mostly innocent) with a false picture of normalcy, which eventually creates an uneasy atmosphere that makes it hard to discern who to trust. The horror and thriller movie genres have a lot of material to work with when it comes to cults. Here are the best movies about cults that make good use of the creepy premises. 10. The Invitation (2015) The Invitation is an atmospheric chiller directed by Karyn Kusama (also known for Jennifer’s Body)....

All Quiet on the Western Front was based on Remarque’s real experiences serving in the Imperial German Army during World War I. But it isn’t the only fascinating book about real war stories. The film’s release got me thinking about other great war movies that were successfully adapted from books. Here are my picks for the best war movies based on books that are worth watching. 10. Enemy at the Gates (2001) Although not a direct adaptation, director Jean-Jacques Annaud heavily relied on William Craig’s book—titled Enemy at the Gates: The Battle for Stalingrad—for inspiration and source material....

Filmmakers have stretched their imaginations far and wide to explore all the various possibilities, from natural disasters to zombie apocalypses. And in our current global climate, we may feel closer to these movies than ever before. Whether you’re seeking a thriller, a comedy, a drama, or even a mixture of them all, you should check out some of the best end of the world movies ever made about our planet....

He’s been in the Justice League. He founded The Outsiders. He even has the Bat Family, including Alfred, Catwoman, and Batgirl. Batman has been at the core of many team-ups in over 80 years of comic book history. But none of his partners have been more closely linked to him and his mythos than Boy Wonder himself, Robin. While Bruce Wayne has generally been the only one to take on the mantle of Batman, the role of Robin has been filled by plenty of characters over the years....

Thanks to an endless stream of remakes and remasters, the Nintendo Switch has become the console of choice for fans of classic Japanese RPGs, with all manner of old and new JRPGs available to play. With Nintendo Switch Online, you can play classic SNES games—of which many still reign as some of the best JRPGs of all time. But what if you don’t care much for retro games? Well, there’s still plenty for you!...

However, there are many actresses out there who deserve more recognition for the stellar work they’ve put in—actresses who continually deliver brilliant performances, but for one reason or another still don’t receive bigger projects or awards for their output. Here are some of the most underrated Hollywood actresses of our time, who have demonstrated immense acting talent and yet still deserve much more recognition than they’ve gotten thus far....

The legacy and societal impact of those first two films shaped a new era for action movies, and James Cameron’s collaboration with ILM also revolutionized the use of special effects in cinema. But once the dust of Terminator 2’s success had settled, a problem arose. As it turned out, James Cameron had sold 50% of the rights to the Terminator franchise to his ex-wife Gale Anne Hurd after the success of the first film back in 1984....

Along the way, only a handful of films have been so definitively important as to change the entire industry forever. These are the truest classic movies of cinema history. From Chaplin to Welles, from Kubrick to Cameron, movies that shake up the status quo and push the art form forward are few and far between—but when they do show up, their seismic impact can’t be missed. Here are the most important classic movies that everyone should see....

Even if you have a sunlight lamp on your office desk or workstation, and even if you do regular at-home workouts, it’s still better to go out in the sun every once in a while if you can. But summoning the willpower to dip outside can be tough, especially when you don’t have a reason to go. Walking aimlessly around the neighborhood may not appeal, and I’m right there with you....

Animation techniques have improved over the decades. We have better art, stronger characters, more imaginative worlds, and we’re moving away from tired tropes and cliches of the past. But newer isn’t always better. There are plenty of old-school anime series that are just as good today as they were when they first debuted—even if they feel dated in some ways. Here are the best old-school anime series you should check out....

But it’s not like you need a fully decked-out DIY station to start working on cool projects! With just a handful of essential beginner DIY tools, you’ll be able to create all sorts of fun and practical things. We consider some DIY tools essential because they help you with measuring and leveling, making clean cuts, saving tons of time and energy, and putting finishing touches on finished projects. You’ll have way more fun with the right equipment....