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Pucker up for Progress! Fans React to Disney Airing Its First Gay Kiss on 'Star vs. the Forces of Evil'
In light of the recent controversy surrounding #Disney's decision to announce LeFou's sexuality in the upcoming #BeautyAndTheBeast adaptation, the powerhouse machine seemingly keeps on chugging. The popular #DisneyXD animated series, Star Vs. The Forces Of Evil recently featured a gay couple sharing a kiss and if you happen to blink during the moment, you may have missed it.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
10 TV Couples Who Hated Each Other in Real Life
If you grew up with network television shows in the 70s and 80s, like I did, most of the shows were ensemble pieces, and it seemed like everyone enjoyed each other’s company. Most TV couples seemed as if they were pretty compatible in real life, like the Jeffersons or Archie and Edith Bunker, Simon and Simon, Mr. Roarke and Tattoo…it always seemed like Mr. Jefferson, as played by the legendary Sherman Helmsley, might have benefited from some anger management counseling, but overall, I never had the feeling he hated Isabel Sanford. And the Cunningham household always seemed like a loving home. But here's ten couples who probably weren't so happy showing up to work...
By David Porter8 years ago in Geeks
Emma Stone Remembers Exactly When She Met Ryan Gosling and It's Too Perfect
This year's musical hit #LaLaLand has been a major player in the award show circuit, and the pairing of #EmmaStone and #RyanGosling has contributed enormously to its success. Their chemistry together has brought up the inevitable comparisons to some of the most iconic pairings in Hollywood history, including Fred Astaire/Ginger Rogers and real-life couple, Humphrey Bogart/Lauren Bacall. Although their on-screen chemistry is off the charts, Gosling has been settled for quite some time with partner Eva Mendes and the "will they or won't they" question between Stone and #AndrewGarfield will continue until they eventually get married.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
Holding Out for an Ogre: An Appreciation for Shrek 2's Delivery of One of the Most Suspenseful Sequences in Animated History
There are a handful of sequels in film history that may be viewed as superior to their predecessors. You may prefer watching the rise and gradual fall of the Corleone Empire in The Godfather Part II, you may feel more of a connection to Luke Skywalker's plight in The Empire Strikes Back, or maybe you're a die-hard lover of the Nice T-800 in T2: Judgement Day. As these titles show, it is more than possible for a sequel to potentially surpass its phenomenal first-parter if the stars align and talented individuals are on board.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
Drake and Josh Joke About Their Recent Drama in a Hilarious Reunion Video and All Is Well in the World
Rejoice, fans! The "brothas" have hugged it out! The recent spat between Drake Bell and Josh Peck, wherein Bell was apparently not invited to Peck's wedding left fans heartbroken. After many cursed Megan for somehow being involved in the lack of invitation, the fictional brothers reunited at this year's MTV Video Music Awards. The stars of Drake and Josh posted matching images with the "hug me" caption which caused legions of fans of the celebrated #Nickelodeon series to post their jubilation that the brothers are back together again.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
Dakota Johnson Reveals How She Truly Feels About Filming Those Steamy 'Fifty Shades' Scenes
"Let’s be honest about it. People are naked when they fuck." #DakotaJohnson is not pulling any punches when discussing the latest film installment of the insanely popular book-to-film franchise, #FiftyShadesDarker. In a new interview with Vogue, the 27-year-old brunette beauty discusses how trustworthy she deems her handsome co-star, #JamieDornan and her sincere thoughts about whether she will ever stop doing nude scenes.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
A True Prince Charming: Chad Michael Murray Reprised His Classic 'Cinderella Story' Look for an Amazing Cause
Chad Michael Murray was the heartthrob of the 2000s thanks to his popular roles in numerous teen melodramas and romantic comedies. His performance as lovable jock, Austin Ames in 2004's A Cinderella Story significantly contributed to his heartthrob status due to his remarkably good looks and the wonderful chemistry he shared with co-star Hilary Duff. Recently, the father-of-two dusted off his look from the film to become a real life Prince Charming during a charity event, and fans have been swooning over this wonderful gesture.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
How Far Do Authors Reflect Themselves in Their Protagonists?
When writing fiction, most writers draw upon the clichéd but sage advice to ‘write what you know.’ Some simply explore their native milieu and insert a fictional plot, while others write a roman à clef, skirting the border of fiction and reality. But how far does that statement transcend the setting of the story and diffuse into the characters? It is usually by coincidence that little idiosyncrasies of people the author knows end up becoming part of the characters they write, allowing them to create more vivid depictions of the world around us. It is also common for authors to base characters entirely on someone they know, perhaps as a tribute or merely because they fit into the story being told. However how much of the time do authors reflect themselves in their characters?
By Poppy Goad8 years ago in Geeks
'The Commuter' Provides Slick Action, Suspenseful Plot, and Amazing Special Effects
He doesn't know who you are. He doesn't know what you want. If you are looking for ransom, he can tell you he doesn't have it. But what he does have is a very particular set of skills. Skills that he has acquired over a long career, and if you mess with Liam Neeson's family, he will look for you, he will find you, and he will kill you.
By Jonathan Sim8 years ago in Geeks
A Match Made in Tv Heaven: Cate Blanchett Will Play Lucille Ball in Aaron Sorkin's New Amazon Series
Amazon Studios is adding to their growing roster of original programming which so far includes the alternative historical drama The Man In The High Castle and dramedy Transparent. The company recently acquired Lucy and Desi, a drama series scripted by the master of dialogue, The West Wing's Aaron Sorkin.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
'Bumblebee' Spinoff Rounds out Cast with a Few Fresh Faces — Can a Solo Film Transform the Franchise?
Despite the latest installment of the Transformers series, The Last Knight, failing to achieve the same financial feats as its predecessors, the franchise as a whole has totaled over $3 billion. Audiences have long adored the Michael Bay-powered depictions of robotic violence, which will continue with an upcoming slate of prequels and spinoffs forming the Transformers Cinematic Universe.
By Ghezal Amiri8 years ago in Geeks
The Forgotten Characters of 'Chicago Fire'
Chicago Fire is in the middle of its sixth season and it's showing no signs of slowing down. The show follows the lives of the firefighters and paramedics at Firehouse 51. The majority of the main cast has remained the same throughout the show's run, however, some key members have left the show. While some characters get mentioned again after their departures, others are almost completely forgotten. Here's a look back at those characters that left 51.
By Jason Schwartz8 years ago in Geeks
