Whether the island setting involves a grand escape, a ghost story, or a dinosaur rampage, we’re interested! Here are our favorite picks for the best movies that take place on an island. 8. Old (2021) M. Night Shyamalan’s newest movie Old takes place on a secluded beach where time runs faster than usual. When a family holiday takes a turn for the worst, a group of strangers become stranded on this beautiful private island, passing out every time they try to leave....

The flagship TV channel of AMC Networks originally stood for “American Movie Classics,” but shed that name in 2002 and is now simply “AMC” in conjunction with a shift in its programming. With AMC’s gradual move away from edited-for-home versions of theatrically released movies, we ended up getting some of TV’s most hardcore shows. Sadly, many of them have flown under the radar. In truth, AMC is capable of being a top-tier producer of original TV series when it wants to be....

The ability to see the future can be just as powerful as the ability to manipulate time itself, allowing characters to plan ahead with utmost perfection as they dodge threats and strategize attacks. Foresight is, obviously, pretty overpowered as an ability. That’s why most anime series include twists and drawbacks that prevent characters from seeing everything at all times—and, to be honest, it’s those limitations that make foresight more interesting....

Look no further than comic books! Comics are way more than just superheroes and newspaper gags. There are plenty of comic books and graphic novels written and drawn for adults, featuring all kinds of R-rated scenes and plots. Here are some of the best dark comic books that are so gritty that you might need to wash them off before you read them! 10. Kill or Be Killed Kill or Be Killed follows a depressed college student who attempts to take his own life....

It’s the familiar 90s London setting, cobblestone streets, and distinctly British architecture (modeled after Oxford University and various cathedrals) that ground the movies in reality—and that grounding in reality is what makes the magic more magical. While Harry Potter is out-and-out fantasy, there are many other movies that are just as fantastical, whimsical, and wondrous without explicitly bringing “magic” into the picture. They’re called magical realism movies, and their blending of reality with fantasy is wonderful....

For example, Pixar loves littering their films with easter eggs that hint at a broad connection between all of the movies in the Pixar universe. It’s come to be known as the “Grand Unifying Theory of Pixar Movies.” The existence of easter eggs has caused fans to rewatch and more closely analyze their favorite films, leading to all kinds of theories and conclusions based on details that may or may not be red herrings....

From celebrity cameos to famous film quote references, Matt Groening’s iconic cartoon loves paying homage to classic movies, modern movies, and everything in between. There have been so many subtle nods over the show’s hundreds of episodes and dozens of seasons. Were you able to spot them all? Here are some of our favorite movie references in The Simpsons, ranked for your convenience. 12. Lisa’s Pony Movies referenced: 2001: A Space Odyssey and The Godfather The beginning of “Lisa’s Pony” (season 3, episode 8) mimics the legendary opening sequence of Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey....

It’s not the aliens or monsters or slashers that make psychological horror so twisted and disturbing—it’s the characters and how they get trapped in warped mind games and suffer through terrifying delusions. Whether because they’re under the influence of paranormal forces, satanic folklores, or severe mental illness, these movies take deep dives into the dark and twisted psyches of their characters. Here are our picks for the best psychological horror movies worth watching if you want to see twisted, disturbed, and troubled characters in horrible situations....

These crazy characters may have lost their sanity to some degree, but the stories behind their loss can be eye-opening, heart-breaking, and soul-rending—so much so that you may even start to pity them. Mentally unstable anime characters aren’t limited to those who simply run wild and kill on a whim. There are also those who possess manic obsession over someone, or maybe they’re driven mad by a singular goal, or they could be manipulated by a greater power....

The romantic relationships in anime can sprout from friendships or rivalries, or go the other way around, or never go anywhere at all if a courageous “I love you!” is met with the iconic “Baka!” meme. Nonetheless, here are our favorite picks for the best anime couples and romantic relationships we’ve seen! 17. Harutora Tsuchimikado and Natsume Tsuchimikado (Tokyo Ravens) We begin with this weird couple who both have the same last name!...

When a simple keyboard and mouse becomes boring, or when a gaming controller feels too mundane, some gamers invent new and wild ways to challenge themselves—for their own fun and curiosity. From difficult classics like Dark Souls to first-person shooters like Counter-Strike, you may be impressed to learn that the person on the other end of the controller… isn’t even using a controller. Here are several gamers who went outside the box with their favorite games, devising entirely new ways to finish the game....

Mickey and Walt’s relationship was the blueprint that started a trend in Disney’s animated to always feature a sidekick. From Mushu to Olaf, Disney has long had a habit of bringing inanimate objects or animals to life as side characters in their animated features. Here are our favorite Disney animated movie sidekicks from throughout the years and why they’re so memorable. 7. Sebastian (The Little Mermaid) The Little Mermaid was the beginning of the Disney Renaissance era, featuring a mermaid named Ariel and her desire to have legs so that she could go and better understand people—and the handsome Prince Eric....

Kal-El’s journey from doomed homeworld to Earth makes him the last surviving son of Krypton. He’s a child sent away by his parents so that he would survive. The only one who stood a chance at living. That’s what makes the Superman story so universal: at his core, he’s no more than an immigrant who’s trying to live his best life. He just happens to have godly powers that he must wield responsibly....

To see a famous actor take on a small role—or even a well-known celebrity appear for just a few minutes—evokes the feeling of that Leonardo DiCaprio meme from Once Upon a Time…In Hollywood where he leans forward in his chair and points at the screen. Depending on the film and the cameo in question, it can come off as a tongue-in-cheek effort by the filmmakers to make the audience react differently than they otherwise would....

Those early artists understood that sound is a fundamental element when watching moving pictures, and the experience falls short when that essential piece is missing. And that’s why modern film composers like Hans Zimmer play a key role in the delivery of a top-quality film. Capturing the mood on screen and translating it into music requires one to be immersed within the story, and when it’s done well, a film’s score can elevate the story and make it feel much more real....

It’s much harder than it sounds. Many villain introductions fail to make an adequate impact, resulting in the audience skeptical of the character’s ability to truly impede the protagonist. A poorly introduced villain can lose our attention and ruin the rest of the movie. On the other hand, a movie villain that’s introduced well can make us more interested in the villain than the protagonist. Sure, we might still root for the hero, but it makes us anticipate—often with bated breath—that climactic moment when the hero and villain finally clash....

For one reason or another, the titular Rick and Morty grandfather-and-grandson duo have managed to do just that. In the past few years, Rick and Morty has risen to become one of the most critically adored TV shows of all time, and it still has so much left to offer. Whether you’ve never seen the show and you’re curious what the hype is all about, or you’re already a fan and want to revisit the highlights, here are the best episodes of Rick and Morty!...

And when you’re looking for a romantic comedy movie to watch, Netflix is still one of the better streaming platforms to check out. The library is diverse with a good mixture of classic and original movies. Here are the best romantic comedy movies on Netflix for when you just want to sit down and fall in love with funny, touching, and even complex characters. 8. Love Actually Richard Curtis’ Love Actually is a British anthology film that follows the lives of various people over the Christmas season....

While gameplay showcases remain an important aspect that gamers want to see, studios have shifted their approach and adopted Hollywood marketing tactics, resulting in cinematic video game trailers. Cinematic video game trailers have come to show the world how in-depth and incredible modern video games can be. In recent years, the video game trailer has reached the level of being its own art form. In this article, we peer back across the modern gaming industry to see which video games had the best trailers that made audiences go wild with anticipation for the experiences awaiting them....

The tightly wound nerves are what make adrenaline-fueled firefights so captivating and able to hold audiences in their seats. Boom! The guns start firing, our heroes duke it out with their villains, and everyone surrenders themselves to the truth of fell-or-be-felled. A good old-fashioned shootout is even better when seated in a proper movie theater. The heart races, the bullets fly, and the intense music lays out the rhythm of the sequence....