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The Greatest Zombie Flicks (You’ve Never Heard Of)
George A. Romero’s Night of the Living Dead hit theaters in 1968 and kicked off an independent horror renaissance that still inspires budding directors. Romero created an aesthetic that was more dark, nihilistic, and gruesome than anything that had come … Continue reading
My Top 5 Dream Howard Stern Guests
I make it no secret that Howard Stern is one of my comedic idols. He is sharp-witted, silver-tongued and politically incorrect. He topples our customs and ideals with nary a thought for decorum. Because of his controversy, many celebrities and … Continue reading
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No More Adaptations
We’ve been inundated with favorable reviews for Kenneth Branagh’s newest reiteration of Cinderella. It may be exceptional like the reviews are indicating but I, for one, couldn’t be less enthusiastic about it. This is a property that has been duplicated … Continue reading
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A Whole New Horror to Valentine’s Day
If wine, roses, and romantic comedies aren’t your cup of tea for Valentine’s Day, you’re not alone. Whether you choose to cozy up with a loved one or choose to do the solitary thing, if you’re into both horror and … Continue reading
“Christmas” Movies – With a Twist
Every family has their own unique Christmas traditions. Many families have favorite movies that they watch year after year. Traditional Christmas movies explore the magic of believing in Santa, or the redemptive power of love for one’s family. These movies … Continue reading
5 Underrated Movie Monsters
Halloween is just over a month away, but it’s never too early to start watching monster movies and spreading the festive terror. So let’s kick off the season with a list that I’ve been meaning to post for some time … Continue reading
The Evolution of the Ninja Turtles
In celebration of the upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, our friends over at HalloweenCostumes.com have put together this awesome infographic detailing every iteration of the Ninja Turtles since their inception. Who would have thought that something that started off … Continue reading
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Last Link of the Day: Robin’s Work at Listverse (in Video Form)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofGbZ_gJ3EA As you may or may not know, I’ve been publishing quite a few articles at Listverse lately, most of them involving unsolved mysteries and true crime. However, it looks like a new Listverse Youtube channel has just been started … Continue reading
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Ten Great Siskel & Ebert Segments
As you’re probably aware, Roger Ebert passed away on April 4, 2013 after a long bout with cancer. Because The Back Row was under construction at that time, we have been unable to pay tribute to him until this week, … Continue reading
25 of the Worst Line Readings in Cinema History
There’s no detailed introduction necessary here. Quite simply, here are clips of 25 of the very worst line readings ever captured on film. Both famous and unknown actors will be on display, but in each case, you have to ask: … Continue reading