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Five Must-See Films at Show Me Shorts

Five Must-See Films at Show Me Shorts

Five films worth checking out from Show Me Shorts, the short film festival happening all around New Zealand, and Antarctica, from October 2nd.

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The A to Z of Yuppies In Peril

The A to Z of Yuppies In Peril

A comprehensive overview of a cinematic sub-genre I have always possessed a special affinity for. The New York Times recently acknowledged my role in coining its name, so I thought I better chime in. 

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The Best Movie Scumbags

The Best Movie Scumbags

The right kind of scumbag can really lift a movie. Elevated beyond their traditional roles in actual society, scumbags take on a greater meaning in movies, representing everything the hero is not. Scumbags in movies deserve our respect. Here I honor some of my favorites.

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F**k You, A**hole: The Best Movie Swearing

F**k You, A**hole: The Best Movie Swearing

Terminator Genisys disappointed on many levels, but I think I felt most let down by the dearth of hardcore swearing. Allow me to guide you through some of the best instances of big stars saying bad words.

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Movie Food I Would Like To Eat, Please

Movie Food I Would Like To Eat, Please

For me, movie-going is a sensory experience first. I love how movies make me feel, and I love how they make me think, but it’s the initial primal, reaction that I love the most. Which is probably why I find myself coveting a lot of movie food. Also, I love food.

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The Smiling Satanists and Other Polite Villains

The Smiling Satanists and Other Polite Villains

Dr. Julian Karswell from Night of The Demon. Minnie and Roman Castavet from Rosemary’s Baby. Phillip Vandamm from North By Northwest. Why are villains with good manners so appealing?

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