We’ve all heard the old cliche, “Man is the greatest monster.” Screenwriters deploy it to shock the audience or make a larger point about the greater evil of human beings, those whose actions outdo any famous monster because they are real. Indeed, some of the best horror movies of all time pull a reversal on audiences, showing that despite the razor...

Fans of Star Wars love the franchise for different reasons. Some people immerse themselves in the mysticism of the Force and the struggle between Jedi and Sith. For others, the gritty galactic underworld and ruthless bounty hunters capture the imagination. All these characters need a way to get around. In a galaxy with interstellar travel, that means...

The underwhelming Netflix comedy Family Switch (“A dad joke of a movie,” according to critic Nell Minow) reminds us of two things. First, the appeal of body-swap movies for filmmakers remains undimmed even after a century or so of service and a multitude of examples in every category imaginable. And second, as evidenced below, many body-swap movies...

Reality TV delves into the most embarrassing, shocking, and puzzling aspects of human behavior. Yet some series are so absurd, cringeworthy, or otherwise preposterous that they simultaneously repulse and entice their audience.  Some of the most ridiculous reality TV series have a lighthearted, silly premise to make people laugh. Yet others earn the...

  Regina King has appeared on screen for so long that people often underestimate her. Starting out as Brenda, daughter of the Jenkins clan on the 1980s sitcom 227, King has worked with some of her generation's best storytellers, including Barry Jenkins and John Singleton. She has won every major award, including an Oscar and an Emmy. She’s even become...

Anticipation for the April 8th eclipse is reaching its peak and restaurants and food and beverage purveyors are also getting in on the action. If you're up for a deal, some chains and food brands announced freebies and discounts to celebrate this celestial event in style. You've got your eclipse glasses and a prime viewing spot ready? Then, you only...