Russell Crowe’s ‘Lord of Rings’ Role Would Have Fixed a Book Difference

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After winning an Oscar for his role in Gladiator, Russell Crowe was considered for the part of Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings. While Viggo Mortensen ultimately delivered a memorable performance, Crowe would have been closer to how Tolkien originally described the character – a strong, confident, and noble ranger destined to be king. With director Andy Serkis revisiting Aragorn’s story in The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum (2027), he has a chance to cast someone who embodies those original qualities.

Being Human: The Underrated Vampire Show That Outshines Buffy

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Many consider Buffy the Vampire Slayer to be one of the greatest TV shows ever made, and it’s had a big impact on fantasy and horror television. Several shows have since tried to follow in Buffy’s footsteps, and though none have quite reached its level of success, they’ve all found their own audience.

5 Most Disturbing Black Mirror Episodes

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Though often darkly funny and thought-provoking, Black Mirror is best known for its unsettling and bleak depictions of technology’s potential downsides. The show presents original ideas, but they’re often deeply disturbing. While nearly all episodes are unsettling, some are significantly more intense than others.

The Monsterverse Reinvents A 37-Year-Old Godzilla Kaiju

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The MonsterVerse often draws inspiration from classic monsters, and it’s done so again with Tiamat in Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, who shares similarities with Toho’s Manda. The latest new Titan introduced seems to follow this pattern, but it could also be setting up interesting possibilities for the future of the series.

Resident Evil Requiem Hidden Secrets, References, and Easter Eggs

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Resident Evil Requiem is a love letter to the entire series, packed with nods to past games and hidden secrets. You’ll find some references are obvious and easy to spot, while others are cleverly concealed in the environment or tucked away in optional files. Here are 10 secrets waiting to be discovered as you play.

Henry Cavill’s Marvel Movie Debut Happened Months Before Deadpool & Wolverine

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Everyone was excited to see Henry Cavill join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but it’s worth remembering he’d actually been in a movie based on a Marvel comic before. That earlier movie took the story in a very different direction than the typical MCU films, focusing on a less traditional superhero narrative – making it a curious bit of comic book movie history.

Breaking Bad’s Formula for Finale Success

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The final episode of Breaking Bad, written and directed by creator Vince Gilligan, proves that the most straightforward approach can be the best. Instead of trying to surprise viewers, Gilligan delivered the ending he’d foreshadowed throughout the series. He remained faithful to the story and created a truly satisfying conclusion.