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Which forensic techniques on “Sherlock” are real?

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, author of the Sherlock Holmes stories, has long been credited as an influence to forensic science. Over 120 years after the character’s first appearance, Holmes still…

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Is “Me Before You” offensive to people who are disabled?

Although written with the best of intentions, the way that "Me Before You" handles serious topics such as life with a disability and the right to die has left a sour taste in the mouth of…

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Ask the Professor: Why is the score of “Jaws” so iconic?

What makes John Williams’ Academy-Award winning score so iconic and effective?

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How does “UnREAL” compare to the Bachelor franchise? How is it different?

In addition to sharing a number of similarities, "UnREAL" also aids in exposing the artifice of the Bachelor franchise.

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In “Game of Thrones,” who is Lyanna Mormont, and why does she matter?

Lyanna Mormont is a ten-year old girl and the head of House Mormont, a banner house to the Starks.

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What was the first film sequel?

The first-ever film sequel is generally thought to be "The Fall of a Nation," the follow-up to "The Birth of a Nation." But depending on how we classify a sequel, and if we…

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Cersei Ascendant: Is Cersei Lannister soon to die, or will she become a major player once more?

Some fans predict Cersei Lannister will soon die. But is it more likely she will rise again, make it through this season and perhaps to the Game's final round? Story structure, history and…

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What would the salaries of “The Big Bang Theory” characters be?

The characters on "The Big Bang Theory" have some pretty nice jobs with respectable paychecks, according to statistics and averages.

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Ask the Composer: James S. Levine on Netflix’s “Bloodline”

ScreenPrism speaks with James S. Levine about Netflix's "Bloodline" and crafting music for the murky, sticky and unnerving setting of the Florida Keys.

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On “Doctor Who,” what is the TARDIS?

The TARDIS is the time-traveling spacecraft of The Doctor in the long-running BBC series "Doctor Who."

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How does “X-Men: Apocalypse” put female superheroes at the forefront?

Superhero movies have been scrutinized for a distinct lack of female heroes. Here's how X-Men stands apart.

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The Filmmaker’s Handbook: What is a dolly zoom?

When correctly utilized, the zoom forces the subject of a frame to remain a static size while the foreground and background expand or contract to overwhelm the frame.

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