Pop Culture

Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy, Sally, Snoopy, Woodstock, and the entire Peanuts Gang of Charles Schulz are the players in many beloved holiday specials. Do you recall all?

Nov 28, 2009 - M.L. Costa

Masses of young girls will be lining up for the film version of the second Twilight book, New Moon. But are the messages found with the Twilight series good for them?

Nov 12, 2009 - Timothy Gaydos

Award-winning actresses from all over the world and talented American newcomers are set to battle it out from January for the 2010 Best Actress Oscar.

Oct 20, 2009 - Mark Adnum

Like Christmas, the annual Academy Awards season seems to kick off earlier every year, with studios pitching for Oscar success months before the big night in February.

Oct 19, 2009 - Mark Adnum

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs is a classic film, however there are a lot of things about the dwarfs that the public doesn't know.

Oct 6, 2009 - Francine Brokaw

Take EastEnders, the soap serial broadcast worldwide by BBC Entertainment - for many English speakers, understanding what the characters are saying is a challenge.

Sep 28, 2009 - Gail Mangold-Vine

Full House is a beloved series that aired for many seasons while its young cast--Candace Cameron, Jodie Sweetin, Mary Kate Olsen, and Ashley Olsen--grew up.

Jun 15, 2009 - Robin Raven

People who are amazed that a person who looks like Susan Boyle can sing like Susan Boyle should listen to Kate Smith.

Jun 7, 2009 - Gene Owens

There are many subcultures in America today. The Goth subculture has been outside of the popular limelight for years. This subdued culture has been mistaken as evil.

Jun 1, 2009 - Maureen Zieber

The John Landis comedy National Lampoon's Animal House created the campus comedy subgenre and set the tone for college student life as a bawdy path toward self-discovery.

Mar 10, 2009 - Aric Mitchell

More than just pastimes or toys, these beloved mainstays enjoy a following that spans ages and cultures. In 2009, their longevity is celebrated.

Feb 20, 2009 - Tricia Masenthin

Movie press kits are a film buff's dream: They contain background information, cast biographies, and photographs from favorite films.

Feb 15, 2009 - Leslie C. Halpern

When Stephen Colbert asks the "Colbert Nation", his faithful legion of fans, to do something, it is done almost immediately.

Dec 22, 2008 - Amanda O'Mahony

Fans of Twilight may enjoy these other entertainment options.

Nov 26, 2008 - Lindsey Michelle

From an unlikely beginning comes the story of the World's Greatest Toy Company, documented in detail at MegoMuseum.com. The Mego Museum is the best source for collectors.

Nov 17, 2008 - James Richardson

The Room is probably the worst film ever made, but it's peculiarly difficult to hate it because of how awfully good it is.

Oct 6, 2008 - Eric Mungenast

Since his early beginnings the Joker has remained basically true to the core of his character but has also undergone a radical evolution throughout the years.

Aug 6, 2008 - Justin Harrington

First Heath Ledger passes away, then Christian Bale is arrested for alleged assault, now Morgan Freeman has been in a serious car accident. Coincidence?

Aug 4, 2008 - Victor Mobley

The Oscar's telecast was a bit disappointing, with few laughs and little excitement. Plus, there was an American shut-out in the main acting categories.

Feb 26, 2008 - Erin Konrad

Kevin Bacon is the centre of the Hollywood Universe in this fun application of mathematical networking theory used to calculate degrees of separation between actors.

Jan 11, 2008 - Susan Whelan

Comedy clubs are springing up across Florida with networks and cable channels covering the stand-up comedy action, plus a multitude of theme parks and movie studios.

Dec 14, 2007 - Leslie C. Halpern

West can learn from cute Japan with fun concepts like Neo Print Stickers

Nov 30, 2007 - Lynette S.K. Webster

Gift choices for the movie lovers on your list are not limited merely to DVDs.

Nov 25, 2007 - Leslie C. Halpern

If you like the Beatles and musicals, you will love Across the Universe.

Oct 8, 2007 - Sophia Russell

Using "cowboy" as a perjorative does a disservice to the historical figures.

Sep 24, 2007 - Gregory Arthur Anderson