This weekend’s Open Thread asks a question that seems simple on the surface, but becomes more complicated the further you analyze it: What is the greatest animated film ever made? Your mind may automatically turn to Walt Disney classics like…
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What Was The First Movie You Ever Rented from a Video Store?
The first time I ever heard of a video club I was standing with my parents at a local shopping mall. It was the summer of 1982, and while taking my siblings and I shopping they mentioned that on the…
Read more →Name a Terrible Film That Had a Great Trailer
Having spent a good chunk of the weekend watching the trailers that made their debut at San Diego Comic Con, I have been thinking a lot about the way that modern movies are marketed. A oft-heard complaint about most trailers…
Read more →What’s Your Favorite Summer Blockbuster?
The 4th of July is just around the corner, and with it we find our thoughts turning to what movies we’ve enjoyed in the summers past. Ever since Jaws ushered in the era of the summer blockbuster in 1975 —…
Read more →What’s The Best Family Film of All-Time?
A huge aspect of the wonder of cinema is its ability to bring people together. This is especially true with families. Think about some of your own most cherished movie memories, and I’m willing to bet some of them include…
Read more →What Are Your Memories of Adam West and the 1960s Batman Series?
As we continue to mourn the passing of Adam West, we wanted to hear your memories of the Batman TV series. For a number of people, the show was not only their introduction to the character, but to a live-action…
Read more →Open Thread: Tell Us About Your Favorite Classic Musical!
When it comes to pure movie magic, there’s nothing quite like a classic musical. Be it Oklahoma! (which told people how to spell while singing), The Wizard of Oz, The Sound of Music West Side Story, Hello Dolly!, Mary Poppins…
Read more →Tell Us About the First Time You Saw Star Wars!
I don’t remember the first time I saw Star Wars. But it is something that I feel has always been with me. You see, I was two when the movie first hit theaters 40 years ago today, but my parents…
Read more →Open Thread: What Is Your All-Time Favorite Movie, And Why?
There are certain films that one of never tires of. These are movies that become more than just entertainment, they become a part of who we are. As someone who loves watching movies, loves writing about movies, loves thinking about…
Read more →Open Thread: What’s Your Favorite Movie To Watch at Easter?
This Sunday is Easter! If you celebrate the holiday, by now you probably have your Easter bonnet (with all the frills upon it, natch) ready for the day’s festivities. But we’re also guessing that you’ll find some time over the…
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