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Jennifer Lopez’s “This Is Me…Now” Is Perfect for Love Addicts and Those Recovering From Narcissists
The release of Jennifer Lopez’s This Is Me Now…A Love Story on Amazon Prime has received glowing reviews from long-time JLo fans as well as skeptics who were pleasantly surprised…
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3 Best & Worst Songs in ‘Footloose’ to Celebrate the Anniversary
We’ve been blessed with Footloose for over 40 years now. The dance movie came out on Feb. 17, 1984, and changed the lives of those of us who love to…
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6 Steamy Plus Size Romance Novels To Read Ahead Of ‘Bridgerton’ Season 3
While you wait for Bridgerton Season 3 to come out on May 16, read some of these sexy and steamy plus size romance novels to tide you over.
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Breaking Down the Primary Difference Between ‘One Day’ and ‘Normal People’
If you haven’t heard of One Day on Netflix, then you’re probably not a regular on BookTok.
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Narcissistic Mothers Display These 8 Red Flags, According To An Expert
The eight red flags of the narcissistic mother.
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5 Surprising Red Flags They’re Not Your Soulmate – They’re A Narcissistic Manipulator
Are they a healthy partner and “soulmate,” or a narcissistic manipulator? Here’s five signs that will tell you whether you’ve really met a healthy partner or an imposter, according to…
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Classic Sitcoms Streaming on Hulu — Revisit the Greats
Modern sitcoms often boast edgier humor than their classic predecessors and feature more serialized narrative arcs customary of their dramatic counterparts.
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1991’s ‘Silence of the Lambs’ Turns 33 — Let’s Revisit Hannibal Lecter’s Most Chilling Lines
1991’s Silence of the Lambs from Director Jonathan Demme features Oscar-winning, tour de force performances from its dueling leads — Anthony Hopkins and Jodie Foster.
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3 Romantic Comedies That Are Adaptations Of Shakespeare Plays
She’s The Man starring Amanda Bynes and Channing Tatum is a modern retelling of Shakespeare’s play Twelfth Night.
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15 Romantic Quotes From Movies (Just In Time For Valentine’s Day)
“I love you for free, Lainey.”
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Ranking the Top 5 Songs From ‘Cabaret’ for the Movie Musical’s Anniversary
The 1972 movie musical Cabaret, which earned multi-hyphenate Liza Minnelli her one and only Oscar, remains one of the most celebrated movie musicals of the 20th century.
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20 Years of ‘50 First Dates’ — Ranking Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore Films
When we think of iconic romantic comedy duos, Adam Sandler and Drew Barrymore might be the first to come to mind.
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The 6 Best Pete Davidson Weekend Update Appearances
As one commenter on YouTube put it best, “Nobody is better at making fun of Pete than Pete.” And that’s exactly why I love him.
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A Little White Lie? 7 Rom Coms To Watch After ‘Upgraded’
In Amazon’s new rom com, Upgraded, Ana gets upgraded to first class and ends up going along with the lie that gets him the guy. Here are 7 more rom…
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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Looks To Be the Multiversal Madness That Doctor Strange 2 Didn’t Deliver On
The first teaser trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine is out in the world, allaying all fears of a Disneyfied and sanitized version of the Merc with a Mouth now that…
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‘Wicked’ Enthusiasts Take to X to Share Thoughts Following Trailer Drop
The Wicked movie has been a topic of conversation since Idina Menzel and Kristen Chenoweth graced the Great White Way as Elphaba and Glinda, respectively.
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7 Beloved Rom-Com Book Adaptations to Watch After ‘One Day’
If you loved David Nicholls’ swoony and clever 2009 novel One Day, then you may already know that it’s currently streaming in limited series form on Netflix.
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7 of the Most Toxic Couples in Television History
Rachel Green and Ross Geller define the will-they-won’t-they trope, and I wish they just wouldn’t because they’re absolutely terrible for each other!
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7 Horror Rom-Coms That Make Perfect Double Features with ‘Lisa Frankenstein’
Lisa Frankenstein proves the best kind of rom-coms are the ones with a slice and dice of horror.
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People Who Seem “Nice” But Are Actually Psychopaths Display These 3 Subtle Behaviors
Full-fledged psychopathy is rare, but researchers estimate that around 30% of the general population has some degree of psychopathic traits.
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Most Highly-Anticipated Animated Movies Premiering in 2024
Are you a fan of mature-themed Pixar movies that work complex themes into striking color palettes and humor-filled adventures? Do you live for the elastic facial expressions tied to animated…
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4 TV Show Characters With The Best Redemption Arcs
Redemption arcs are the best because I truly believe they make for the most human characters possible.
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Celebrate the 21st Anniversary of ‘How To Lose a Guy in 10 Days’ With 21 Memorable Quotes
While critics panned How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days over a predictable script, disappointing conclusion, and a failed battle of the sexes premise, the movie has become a…
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The Rom Com You Should Watch This Valentine’s Day 2024, Based On Your Zodiac Sign
Need inspiration for what to watch this Valentine’s Day? Look for your (and your date’s) zodiac sign for the perfect movie recommendation.
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‘Orion and the Dark’ Examines the Very Real Feeling of Living with Perpetual Fear
Based on the children’s book by Emma Yarlett, Netflix’s Orion and the Dark looks no different from any other DreamWorks Animation project.
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The 9 Best Movies for Singles on Valentine’s Day
These days, it seems like everyone and their mother has someone to snuggle up to on Valentine’s Day.
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Must-See Biopics Premiering in 2024
Biopics are prime pickings for actors looking to stretch their muscles (and earn top-tier status as a byproduct). When done well, the awards and critical accolades simply follow suit.
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3 Dark “Negotiation” Tactics Narcissists and Psychopaths Use to Manipulate You
From Wall Street to the boardroom to the ruthless arena of emotionally abusive romantic relationships, narcissistic and psychopathic individuals employ certain dark “negotiation” tactics without remorse, empathy, or conscience to…
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7 Best Comedians Turned Actors
The glitz and glam of Hollywood can often distract from the fact that many of our favorite actors may have started out in a grittier business: stand-up comedy.
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7 Great Movies About Writers To Watch After ‘Argylle’
The new action comedy Argylle is getting as much buzz for its endless twists as it is for its suspected connection to Taylor Swift.
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8 Shows You Completely Forgot Were Returning in 2024
The long-lasting but necessary 2023 Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strike pushed back the release date of numerous shows, such as The White…
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‘Bridgerton’ Fans Respond to Season 3 Sneak Peek Featuring Colin and Penelope
Netflix’s Brigderton, from Executive Producer Shonda Rhyes and Creator Chris Van Dusen, is one of the steamiest series to grace the streaming platform.
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20 Years Later, ‘Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind’ Should Be Your Valentine’s Day Pick
Quick! You can only pick out one movie for Valentine’s Day this year. What will it be? Maybe a tried-and-true classic like 10 Things I Hate About You? Or maybe…
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5 Things Psychopaths Say In Romantic Relationships – And What They Really Mean
Psychopathic individuals can take manipulation to a whole new level. Like narcissistic individuals, they lack empathy – but a key part of psychopathy is that they also lack remorse for…
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Why The Best Relationship Of Your Life Will Be With A “High-Maintenance” Woman
The truth is, being “high maintenance” or a woman with high standards is rarely about being rude or abrasive – or entitled. It’s about having higher standards for what you…
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New Movies and Shows Coming to Hulu in February
Whether you’re a fan of melodramatic interpretations of historical scandals, prefer cinematic takes on bizarre stories from The New Yorker, or just crave a little high-octane thrill, Hulu has got…
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The 10 Most Gripping Scenes from ‘True Detective’
Over four seasons, HBO’s True Detective has mesmerized fans with its haunting storylines, complex characters, and stellar performances.
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10 Must-See Movies and Shows Based on True Stories Premiering in 2024
Undaunted heroes who fight to safeguard those who cannot protect themselves. Man’s best friend on an incredible endurance race. Famous Civil Rights activists with conflicting viewpoints pitted against one other…
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Must-See Movie Musicals Following ‘Mean Girls’ in 2024
2024’s Mean Girls, a cinematic adaptation of the hit Broadway musical, is a song-and-dance-ified retelling of the 2004 movie starring Lindsay Lohan and Rachel McAdams.
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Why the New ‘Mean Girls’ Was Never Going To Be a Success
There’s been major drama happening this past week. No, we’re not talking about those Oscar snubs. We’re talking about all those Mean Girls walkouts that flooded social media after the…
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If You Experience These 4 Subtle Behaviors, You’re Being Gaslit By A Narcissist
Pretending to be innocent when called out on repeatedly harmful behavior – and continuing that behavior, regardless of how many times you express those boundaries.
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How the ‘Mr. and Mrs. Smith’ Reboot Series Differs From the OG Movie
In 2005, Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt changed the cultural landscape when they co-starred in Mr. and Mrs. Smith. This notoriously led to Brad leaving Jennifer Aniston for Angelina in…
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The Reason Narcissists Love Bomb and Devalue Their Partners So Easily, According to Psychology
How is that narcissists and psychopaths can love bomb their partners so heavily, only to suddenly withdraw, devalue, or attempt to “replace” one person with another? Why do you feel…
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Sometimes Love Won’t Look The Way You Thought It Would—And That’s What Makes It Better
Every love is extraordinary and deserves to be treated as such, which is why this Valentine’s Day, Thought Catalog is partnering with Papyrus to share stories and products that will…
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Celebrating the ‘Epic Movie’ Anniversary With the Most Ridiculous Quotes From the Parody Film
The absurd parody Epic Movie, which paved the way for films like Meet the Spartans, Disaster Movie, Vampires Suck, The Starving Games, and Superfast!, premiered in cinemas 17 years ago…
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‘Feud: Capote Vs. The Swans:’ Real-Life Character Inspirations
Season 2 of Ryan Murphy’s Feud anthology — dropping seven years after the debut of Bette Vs. Joan starring Susan Sarandon and Jessica Lange in the titular combative roles —…
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Why We Love Trashy Films So Much
One man’s trash is another’s treasure. The age-old adage holds true when it comes to cinema as long as trashy films live and thrive in our society.
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9 Stories and Films Inspired By ‘Sleeping Beauty’
65 years ago on January 29, 1959, Sleeping Beauty became an instant hit. It was the third Disney princess film, and Walt was determined to make it different and better…
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‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Live-Action Trailer Feels a Bit Off — Why?
Netflix’s live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender remains one of this year’s most highly-anticipated series. The show reimagines the animated global phenomenon from creators Bryan Konietzko and Michael Dante DiMartino.