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Cubs BCB After Dark: Who is the Cubs’ SMVP?

Cubs BCB After Dark: Who is the Cubs’ SMVP?

The late-night/early-morning spot for Cubs fans asks who is the Cubs’ second-most valuable player.
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Al Pacino's Role Rejection Leads to Robert De Niro's Iconic Performance in 'Goodfellas'

Al Pacino's Role Rejection Leads to Robert De Niro's Iconic Performance in 'Goodfellas'

Al Pacino's Role Rejection Leads to Robert De Niro's Iconic Performance in 'Goodfellas'
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Why Summer Movies Are Not Automatically Shallow Popcorn Entertainment

Why Summer Movies Are Not Automatically Shallow Popcorn Entertainment

The "summer blockbuster" once meant simple, explosive fun, but the modern film landscape proves that the season is now home to complex, artful cinema.
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How Steven Spielberg Helped Define the Grammar of the Summer Blockbuster

How Steven Spielberg Helped Define the Grammar of the Summer Blockbuster

Before 'Jaws,' the summer blockbuster didn't exist. This is how Steven Spielberg created the cinematic language that defines our biggest movies today.
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Martin Scorsese's 'The Last Temptation of Christ' Sparks Controversy and Protests

Martin Scorsese's 'The Last Temptation of Christ' Sparks Controversy and Protests

Martin Scorsese's 'The Last Temptation of Christ' Sparks Controversy and Protests
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Before Your Next Summer Movie Marathon, Learn The Difference Between Suspense And Spectacle

Before Your Next Summer Movie Marathon, Learn The Difference Between Suspense And Spectacle

Unlock a new level of film appreciation by understanding the crucial difference between suspense and spectacle, and how the best movies use both.
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Why Jaws Did Not Single-Handedly Invent The Summer Blockbuster

Why Jaws Did Not Single-Handedly Invent The Summer Blockbuster

Jaws is seen as the original summer blockbuster, but Hollywood history shows that massive, culture-defining hits existed long before 1975.
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Robert De Niro Stars in Netflix's 'The Whisper Man', Directed by James Ashcroft

Robert De Niro Stars in Netflix's 'The Whisper Man', Directed by James Ashcroft

Robert De Niro Stars in Netflix's 'The Whisper Man', Directed by James Ashcroft
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What Gives A Movie That Classic Summer-Blockbuster Feel?

What Gives A Movie That Classic Summer-Blockbuster Feel?

Beyond release dates and explosions, we explore the specific ingredients of spectacle, emotion, and nostalgia that define the perfect summer blockbuster.
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August Blu-ray Releases Highlight Classic and Cult Films for Cinema Enthusiasts

August Blu-ray Releases Highlight Classic and Cult Films for Cinema Enthusiasts

August Blu-ray Releases Highlight Classic and Cult Films for Cinema Enthusiasts
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Amy Adams and Javier Bardem Star in New 'Cape Fear' Series, Exploring Justice and Fear

Amy Adams and Javier Bardem Star in New 'Cape Fear' Series, Exploring Justice and Fear

Amy Adams and Javier Bardem Star in New 'Cape Fear' Series, Exploring Justice and Fear
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Steven Spielberg's E.T. and Jurassic Park Set Records for Longest Theatrical Runs

Steven Spielberg's E.T. and Jurassic Park Set Records for Longest Theatrical Runs

Steven Spielberg's E.T. and Jurassic Park Set Records for Longest Theatrical Runs