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What are the best performances by dogs in film and TV?

Which canine performances are truly Dogscar worthy?

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Why did Supergirl wear glasses before becoming Supergirl?

The glasses Kara wears in her civilian guise serve a purpose beyond paying homage to Superman’s own disguise.

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How fast can The Flash run?

For those of you who thought he could run at the speed of light, sorry to burst your bubble.

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How does Charlie Chaplin use contrasts to drive the narrative in “The Kid”?

Chaplin continually shows two sides to every scenario throughout "The Kid," using these contrasts to drive the narrative.

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Why has the comedy of “Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell” endured through the decades?

"Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell" has a well-constructed ensemble cast that took many of its actors away from the types of roles they typically play.

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How are “Buona Sera, Mrs. Campbell” and “Mamma Mia!” related?

"Mamma Mia!" is based on a lesser-known Italian/American romantic comedy from the late 1960s.

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How is “The Kid” autobiographical about Chaplin’s own life?

Charlie Chaplin grew up impoverished. Year later, he lost his first child to illness. "The Kid" is a profile of a very poor man struggling to keep possession of a small boy he has raised…

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Is the Elvis Presley musical “King Creole” a film noir?

Elvis’ final film before he enlisted, "King Creole" showcases the dark, rebel image that meshed well with the singer's sexually charged performance style.

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Is the theme of revenge or survival more important in “The Revenant”?

Though "The Revenant" is often touted as a revenge tale, the quest for survival remains a constant through line for the duration of the film.

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Does “House of Cards” mirror any past US political elections?

While Season 4 shows certain parallels to today's elections, the candidates of the 1948 and 1960 US Presidential elections align most powerfully with "House of Cards" characters.

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Is it time to break the stereotypical roles of men and women?

Hey Radhika—I think you’ve made some interesting points about gender in film, and your article is on the right track. Rather than writing generally about gender role reversal in film, I think…

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