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Hollywood’s Most Eye-Popping Movie Scenes That Had Us Reaching For The Pause Button…

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Have you ever watched a movie and spotted something on-screen and gone “Woah! What was that!” before scrambling around for the remote control, pausing the movie, and rewinding back to that specific spot? Well if you have then you’ll understand how certain scenes become the most paused movie scenes ever. So what are the most paused moments of all time?

From steamy moments that we can’t help but replay to scenes where extras mess up big time, there’s a lot of pause-worthy moments in Hollywood history. Some movies even give us clues as to what will happen later on, or evidence that suggests new movies of the same franchise will be coming out soon. Let’s face it, we all love being the detectives when it comes to our favorite movies.

Do You Know Any Famous Paused Movie Scenes?

I can guarantee that will be a fair few scenes in here that you will be able to relate to so hard that you will probably smile or roll your eyes, knowing that someone – probably even YOU – has paused the tape in that exact moment. The infamous scene with Sharon Stone? Yep, it’s in here. Ever heard about those rumors about the Little Mermaid original? They’re all true. See for yourself…

If you have ever seen the movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High, then you’ll know that nearly every single person watching the video paused it during the swimming scene with Linda and Stacy, and we can’t blame them…

1. Fast Times at Ridgemont High (1982)

In the story, Stacy’s big brother Brad is looking out for his sister Stacy and her friend Linda whilst the two girls splash around swimming in the pool. Phoebe Cates plays Linda Barrett, and when she climbs up the steps to get out the pool, we see her in a very small red bikini. Then she takes it off. Pause!

 

If you thought Phoebe Cates’ little strip off at the pool was steamy, then you’ll probably have found this even steamier. The movie Wild Things was never going to do well unless there was something in it viewers really wanted to see. Like two hot girls kissing…

2. Wild Things (1998)

It was as if a teenager dreamt this one up. Neve Campbell and Denise Richards absolutely destroyed any X-rating that Fast Times had by both making out with each other in the pool and then removing their bikini tops. It was the lesbian scene that everyone wanted to see and was probably the main reason why Wild Things ever was a success.

The moment where Sharon Stone crosses her legs over one another in the movie Basic Instinct had every single human being lurching for their remote control.

3. Basic Instinct (1992)

Sharon Stone was fully dressed, or so it appeared, in the scene, but then, when she did the classic leg crossover, the entire audience got a whole lot more than they expected. From that moment onwards, Basic Instinct became the movie everyone wanted to see, or perhaps Sharon Stone’s lack of underwear was the thing that everyone wanted to see.

 

If you have ever seen the movie Scanners, then you will remember that the movie was both written and directed by David Cronenberg, and it was the first movie he did that really began his career.

4. Scanners (1981)

The whole entire movie revolves around psychic powers, giving it an edge of being a more science -fiction horror surrounding a mystery then an action movie. In one particular scene, Michael Ironside somehow explodes a man’s head by using psychic powers.  The thing is, it happened so fast and was so gory, we had to pause it, rewind it, and see it one more time.

NEXT: Look closely, can you see this dark figure in the background?

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Uproar At Hollywood’s Gender Pay Gap As Forbes Reveal The Highest Paid Actors Of The Year

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There’s been a lot of great movies released over the last 365 days… Hell, even Adam Sandler had a rare critically acclaimed release with The Meyerowitz Stories. However, it’s that time of the year again where we finally get to find out how much money our favorite actors took home.

Every year, American business magazine Forbes reveals their list of the highest earning actors of that respective year, and 2017 has revealed some shocking truths about the gender pay gap in Hollywood. Despite movies like Wonder Woman and Beauty and the Beast having female lead-roles and grossing huge numbers worldwide, there is still no doubt that women are falling WAY behind when it comes to paycheques.

In the last 12 months, a total of 16 actors earned over $20 million for their blockbuster roles, but, as you’re about to see from the list, only THREE of them were women.

Considering that we’re living in the 21st century, this shocking truth is testament to the fact that there’s still a lot work to be done in achieving total quality between genders. No one should take home a smaller paycheque because they have a different set of genitals between their legs.

So, which actor came out at number one with the biggest paycheque? And how did the women really match up against the men?

See the full list on the next page…

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‘Game Of Thrones’ Stars Salaries Revealed: But Who Is Making $500,000 Per Episode?

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Game of Thrones is continually growing in popularity, and fans will be devastated when their journey through the Seven Kingdoms comes to a close next year. Season seven has been one of the most talked about shows this summer, and there have been some stand out performances from actors who have made their names on the show.

As you can probably tell, a lot of time andmoney goes into the production of Game of Thrones. That’s why there was such uproar last week when episode six, ‘Beyond the Wall’, was leaked prematurely. In fact, in 2016 it was reported that just one episode costs a staggering $10 million to produce.

But what about the stars of the show? How much do they earn? Well, I can guarantee you that unless they are extremely stupid with their money, the show’s top five earners will be living like the royals they play for the rest of their lives. On reflection, I should have taken acting classes as a child…

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Groundbreaking Theory Suggests The White Walkers Could Actually Be The Good Guys On Game Of Thrones

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It’s often said that a lot of villains are simply misunderstood. Take Frankenstein’s Monster, for example, he was just upset that the man who made him couldn’t even face his hideous creation and left him to fend for himself. Villains might look terrifying, but they just want to be loved and accepted as much as everyone else.

The dichotomy between good and evil on Game of Thrones has never been simple. Even the show’s best-loved and ‘good’ characters have a dark side. However, there’s one group of people (if you can even call them that) who have consistently been portrayed as blacker than black – the White Walkers.

Don’t get me wrong, it’s easy to see why the undead would be villains. But just like Frankenstein’s Monster, the White Walkers didn’t ask to be created by the Children of the Forest, they were brought into existence against their will and left to rot beyond The Wall. Maybe all they want now is some sunshine…

Let’s briefly consider the fact that some fans have claimed that the White Walkers and the army of the dead form the shape of a direwolf as the begin to march south of the wall. If Bran is the Night King (unlikely, admittedly) could it be that he’s about to achieve his initial aim of stopping the fighting in Westeros by making them good?!

Okay, I know that a lot of people will dismiss this theory as ridiculous, but there’s actually more evidence to support it than there is suggesting that Bran is the Night King. Observant Game of Thrones fans have pointed out a number of facts that suggest the White Walkers aren’t what they appear to be…

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What The Students Of Hogwarts Look Like Now Will Make You Shout “Merlin’s Beard!”

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It may be hard to believe, but it has been 16 years since the first Harry Potter film was released. With all the films constantly on television, the characters have become permanently frozen in time. However, in reality, 16 years has passed and a lot has changed. Dudley is no longer portly and spoilt and Colin Creevey is no longer a pocket-sized pain.

Times have changed and so have the young actors behind the iconic cast of Harry Potter…

1. Harry Melling as Dudley Dursley

Harry Melling was almost dropped from the final Harry Potter film after he lost a dramatic amount of weight. However, rather than remove Dudley, producers decided to force Melling into a fat suit, complete with facial prosthetics to bulk him up for the part. “It was quite funny because I had a big fat suit on in this film and face prosthetic. It was bizarre, you feel really big, and my mobility was affected,” he said of the experience.

2. Freddie Stroma as Cormac McLaggen

At 30-years-old, Freddie Stroma is barely recognisable as the young hunk that threatened to steal Hermione away from Ron.

3. Tom Felton as Draco Malfoy

Felton, who is naturally brunette, had to dye his hair peroxide blonde for the role of Malfoy. Something he had to commit to for over ten years!

4. Afshan Azad as Padma Patil

Many are claiming that Ron Weasley’s date to The Yule Ball now looks identical to Kylie Jenner!

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HBO Has Announced That They Are Making A Fifth ‘Game Of Thrones’ Prequel

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Season seven of Game of Thrones might have drawn to a close, but the show has still been hitting the headlines almost every day. Fans can’t help but speculate about what’s going to happen next, even though season eight hasn’t even begun filming yet.

However, I’m not here to tell you about another fan theory. Instead, I’m going to give you some actual solid information about a fifth prequel. The Seven Kingdoms of Westeros is a big place, and I for one want to know more about its history!

Whilst it’s common knowledge that four prequels are currently in the works, HBO has now officially announced that there is going to be a fifth. Although this was actually originally revealed by George R.R. Martin himself back in May when he said that a fifth writer had been recruited.

In reference to the then-anonymous writer, Martin said, “I don’t know anyone who knows and loves Westeros as well as he does.”

The writer Martin was talking about is Bryan Cogman. If the name sounds familiar to you, that’s because he’s been a part of the series since season one, writing a number of episodes including episode two of season seven ‘Stormborn’.

The other four writers who will be working on prequels are Max Borenstein (Kong: Skull Island), Jane Goldman (Kingsman: The Golden Circle), Brian Helgeland (Legend), and Carly Wray (Mad Men, The Leftovers).

Here’s what we know about what these prequels might be like so far…

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The Final Star Wars Episode VIII Trailer Is Here And Fans Are In Meltdown

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Speaking as a huge Star Wars fan, for the past two years, December has ceased to represent the Christmas holiday and simply become all about the release of the latest Star Wars movie.

People can say what they want, but I absolutely loved Episode VII: The Force Awakens and Rogue One, and now the countdown is officially on until the release of the latest instalment from Disney and Lucasfilm, Star Wars Episode VII: The Last Jedi.

In modern culture, the countdown to theatrical trailer releases can be as exciting as the actual movie release, which is why Star Wars fans everywhere rejoiced today, as the final official trailer was premiered on ESPN during the halftime commercials of the of the Monday night football game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Chicago Bears.

This twominute thrill ride through the galaxy offers an all-new glimpse at Episode VIII, and follows on from the final scene of The Force Awakens where we left Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) coming face-to-face for the first time on a mountaintop.

The full trailer (below) features a plethora of footage and teases that Star Wars fans have been screaming about since its release.

From the return of the galaxy’s favorite princess, General Leia, to the intense scene that appears to show the burning down of Luke’s Jedi temple, fans have taken to social media to express their undying joy and delight at the trailer, as the anticipation for the next movie continues to build.

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These Secret Netflix Codes Will Help You Unlock Thousands Of Hidden Movies And Shows

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By now, most people in the world have access to a Netflix account. With 94 million paying users on the site, it is one of the most popular streaming services in the world, and has redefined how we watch television and movies. So naturally, it was only a matter of time before crafty users learned the secrets to the streaming site.

Just like a video game, Netflix has some hidden areas that require a special code to ‘hack’. Once you have accessed these areas, you are free to roam through dozens of concealed films and TV shows in Netflix’s extensive database. It’s a trick worth knowing if you want to get the most out of your membership!

Netflix offers thousands of films at your fingertips, making it quite challenging to view them all. Based upon your previous searches, Netflix will suggest new shows to you. While this is helpful (and often the reason you don’t get out of bed for a whole day), it is not always accurate. After all, how does an algorithm know that you woke up that morning with a craving for a period piece starring Meryl Streep?

So, that is where the clever hack comes in to play. By knowing which code to add to your URL, you can unlock dozens of shows and movies that you would otherwise have been clueless to.

So, how does it work?

Thankfully you don’t need to be a technical genius, you simply need to have some common sense and a basic grasp of the numerical system…

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This Is How Much The Children From Stranger Things Get Paid

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Securing your first paying job is a huge milestone in any child’s life, whether it be a paper round, walking someones dog or securing a job on arguably the biggest show in the world. Although, only one of these jobs will make you ridiculously rich.

The cast of Stranger Things have certainly set themselves up for life with regard to fame and fortune. Despite their teenage years, the young cast are some of the most recognizable actors in the business, with bank balances to prove it.

As season two of the smash hit series rolls into town, so does the cash for 13-year-old Millie Bobby Brown who plays Eleven, 14-year-old Finn Wolfhard (Mike), 15-year-old Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin), 16-year-old Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas) and 13-year-old Noah Schnapp (Will). No wonder they always look so happy!

Stranger Things aired in July 2016, but it wasn’t until a few months later that it really took off as a cult classic. Overnight, Millie Bobby Brown became a national treasure and #JusticeForBarb has been a global movement ever since.

However, it was a challenging process to get cast in the hit series with thousands of children auditioning for roles. Wolfhard (who plays Mike Wheeler) was cast when it became apparent that he was a 1980s “movie buff” already, making his transition into the world of Stranger Things seamless.

Meanwhile, Matarazzo was hired after the show’s creators watched his audition tape; they only needed to view it once to know they’d found an “authentic” Dustin.

At the time of their casting, the children could never have known the success that the show was to have. They certainly didn’t expect that for season two they would be receiving paycheques that could make A-list actors feel inadequate…

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The Internet Is Conflicted Over This ‘Friends’ Theory Which Changes EVERYTHING

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It has been 13 years since Rachel, Ross, Joey, Chandler, Monica and Phoebe left our screens to pursue a life away from our prying eyes. But, not a day goes by when you don’t question what the characters are doing now.

We dedicated a whole decade to watching their lives chaotically dissolve and evolve, prompting a little part of their world to become firmly embedded into our soul – it may be cliché, but they really did become our Friends.

Becoming so invested into their individual lives meant that we inadvertently began to project real emotions into the characters. We wanted the best for them, like we would our real friends. We raged when they took a wrong turn and rejoiced when they got back on track.

One storyline that provoked the most turbulence within our hearts was that of Rachel and Ross. The will-they wont-they relationship between the two will forever be one of televisions most iconic, yet infuriating, twists.

At the time, we were all the biggest cheerleaders for the two, willing them to unite with every episode. However, with 13 years hindsight we have had time to reconsider the rollercoaster ride that was Rachel and Ross.

However, nobody has explored the connection between the two more thoroughly than one Twitter user, who caused an online meltdown when she suggested that Rachel should have ended up with Joey, not Ross.

When Joey declared his love for a pregnant Rachel and proposed to her, we all thought it was ludicrous.

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The ‘I’m A Celebrity…’ 2017 Line Up Has Been Revealed And It’s Gonna Get Dirty Down Under

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As more and more controversial allegations against celebrities come to the foreground, many stars are choosing to lie low. The spotlight has suddenly become a perilous place to be and nobody, guilty of any misconduct or not, wants to be the one to stand in the toxic beam.

So right on cue comes that latest season of I’m a Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here. The classic reality television is the glue that holds British people’s wits together during the bitterly cold winter months. Overflowing with hilarious moments to make you laugh out loud and sordid secrets from sly Z-list celebrities, its three weeks on air feel like a holiday.

Originally released in 2002, the show has provided some of the most iconic moments in British television. How could we forget the infamous romance of Katie Price and Peter Andre? Or, when Fatima got a cockroach stuck up her nose? Dean Gaffney’s bushtucker trial certainly was unforgettable, but it couldn’t rival Myleene Klass’ white bikini moment.

How will the latest season compare? Is it possible to improve on the perfection of previous years? There is only one way to find out; let’s take a look at the line-up…

1. Stanley Johnson 

Every year there is an unconventional casting thrown into the mix. This year it comes in the shape and form of Stanley Johnson, better known as the father to the bumbling former London Mayor and current British Foreign Secretary, Boris Johnson.

The frightfully posh 77-year-old will certainly add entertainment value to the show if he is anything like his blundering son, who is famous for his political gaffes.

Johnson is a surprising candidate on the show, considering his son’s rather public political problems. Let’s hope Johnson’s time on I’m a Celeb can restore the public faith in his son!

2. Amir Khan

Amir Khan brings muscles to the mix. The professional boxer has many impressive titles to his name, including a silver medal from the 2004 Olympics in Athens. With 31 fight wins, out of 35 fights, Khan is likely to be strongest celebrity on the show. But, will he have brain as well as braun?

In July 2013, Khan was estimated to be worth a colossal $31 million, which didn’t include the $15 million he earned in 2014 alone So it is apparent that the 30-year-old father-of-one isn’t taking part in the show for the money!

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‘Home Alone’ Fans Are Going Wild After Discovering The REAL Reason Why Kevin Was Left Behind

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As the cold nights begin to draw in, so does a sense of excitement in the heart of every human. Why? Because with the dark days comes an excuse to binge watch your favorite winter movies. From Love Actually to Elf, we cannot resist a festive film.

No film is safe from our festive fever, as we dedicate large portions of the holiday season to watching the cult classics, despite having watched them 100 times only the year before.

By the time you’re ready to embark upon a Home Alone marathon, you are fully immersed within the Christmas spirit. Drowsy from over consumption of mince pies, mulled wine and chocolate, we watch through half-closed eyes as Kevin McCallister causes chaos.

So when we tell you that you’ve been ignorant to a major plot secret over the years, you’ll hardly be surprised. Pass the yule log, this is about to change everything you thought you knew about Home Alone

As we know, Kevin is abandoned at home by his enormous family as they take a Christmas vacation to Paris. It is a glimpse into every child’s worst nightmare, and should it have occurred in real life the McCallisters would likely have been arrested for neglect.

But, it’s a film and we do well to remember that as we watch his oblivious family leave him sound asleep in his bed as they fly over 4,000 miles away.

The McCallister’s youngest son, eight-year-old Kevin, is left in a deep slumber as his alarm fails to wake him after a freak storm caused a power-cut, which in turn reset all the electric clocks.

However, eagle-eyed movie fanatics have noticed a tiny reference in the opening scene which appears to suggest that Kevin was never meant to board that plane…

Sharp-eyed Reddit users noticed the subtle hint in the opening scene of the film, which was released in 1990, starring a 10-year-old Macaulay Culkin. When you notice this, you’ll be furious with your own ignorance…

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The Stars Of ‘I’m A Celebrity’ 2017 Aren’t Getting Paid As Much As You Think They Are

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How much would someone have to pay you to eat a kangaroo’s testicle or a fermented egg? For many, the answer will be millions. For others, there isn’t a price that you could put on being forced to eat a witchetty grub!

But apparently, there are some D-list celebrities who are willing to do it for very little compensation…

Every year, dozens of British celebrities trek into the Australian jungle to appear on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! They take part in gruesome trials which involve eating grotesque bugs and lying in a spider and snake-infested pit.

Naturally, we assume that they do so for money. What other incentives are as attractive?! Even if they are guaranteed 15 minutes of fame from appearing on the show – a complimentary gift to each jungle camper.

But unless you’re Katie Price and Peter Andre, who revived their questionable careers off the back of the show, it is a short-lived venture. So, back to the money, that must be why the celebrities are there.

This year’s stars include Olympic silver medalist, Amir Khan and Stanley Johnson, father to the former London mayor, Boris Johnson. They have recently moved into the jungle camp, which is based a few hundred kilometers north of Sydney.

Any hopes of a holiday escape for the celebrities are quickly extinguished within the first episode, as the contestants are thrown into shocking scenarios for the entertainment of millions of viewers back in the United Kingdom.

It is these viewers who vote for their favorite each night to save them from elimination. This system generates the money with which the producers pay each participant. But it isn’t as much as you’d think…

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The Famous Faces You Had No Idea Voiced Your Favorite Animated Characters

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We get so easily absorbed in our favorite animated movies that we give little thought to the famous faces who voice our beloved characters. After all, it is the voice that creates the character – otherwise, they’d be nothing more than bulging mass of computer animation on our screens.

Taking the leading role in any production is a challenge. It doesn’t matter whether it’s on the stage, behind the camera or in a sound booth. So when movie studios hire actors to lend their voices to multi-million dollar animations, they know that they need to choose wisely.

That’s why the majority of the most iconic cartoon characters have been voiced by Hollywood royalty with an extensive resumé in the industry. Be warned though, learning the identity of the actor behind your favorite character may change everything you felt about them…

1. Ellen DeGeneres as Dory in Finding Nemo

We all fell instantly in love with Dory when she graced our screens in 2003 because the forgetful fish possessed many qualities which made her relatable, and the voice behind our favorite fish is none other than talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres, who we also know and love.

2. Tom Hanks as Woody in Toy Story

Tom Hanks’ voice is instantly identifiable so shame on you if you didn’t realize that he was Woody in the 1995 classic Toy Story, which came just one year after his legendary, Oscar-winning performance as Forrest Gump.

3. Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story

Tim Allen is the king of franchises – not only has he been immortalized as the kick-ass Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story, but also as Santa Claus after he appeared in The Santa Clause trilogy. We can’t decide if we love him or his characters more!

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The Official Trailer For ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ Is Here And It Looks Epic

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Can you hear something? Listen a little more carefully. Hear it now? That is the collective sound of Marvel fans’ hearts racing after watching the trailer for Avengers: Infinity War, which was released only a few hours ago.

The highly-anticipated two-and-a-half minute trailer for the 19th movie in the Marvel Cinematic Universe has come closer to breaking the internet than Kim Kardashian ever could, as fans flocked to YouTube to catch a glimpse of their favorite superheroes in action.

Hardcore fans have been practically salivating with anticipation since 2012, when Marvel first teased the introduction of the supervillain, Thanos, in a post-credits scene in Avengers. Since then the Titanian super-being has briefly appeared in many Marvel movies, including Guardians of the Galaxy and Avengers: Age of Ultron, stirring fans into a frenzy, but now it’s Thanos’ time to shine in Avengers: Infinity War. 

In July, Marvel put a select few fans out of their misery when they aired the very first teaser clip for the movie, which is already being hailed as the biggest blockbuster of 2018, at San Diego Comic-Con and D23 Expo. But, for the rest of the fandom, it’s been an agonizing wait.

The movie is set to be such a superhero extravaganza that Marvel made the executive decision to split it into two – with the second, still untitled, installment set for release in 2019.

However, despite the two movies being shot back-to-back in 2016, the second part is distinctly different from the first. This is something that Kevin Feige, the president of Marvel Studios was keen to make clear.

“I wouldn’t call it one story that’s cut in half,” he said. “I would say it’s going to be two distinct movies.”

The trailer release is even tickling the taste buds of those unacquainted with the Marvel Universe, who recognize famous superheroes such as Iron Man, Spider-Man, and The Hulk in the action-packed trailer, which features every Marvel hero you’ve seen so far, starting with 2008’s Iron Man and finishing with the yet-to-be-released Black Panther.

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Stranger Things’ David Harbour Has Got Insanely Ripped To Play Hellboy

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We all have to make commitments when we start a new job. For a majority of the population, that simply means a different morning routine to accommodate new working hours or a slightly more demanding commute to the office. But it’s what we have to do in order to fulfill our career dreams – or to simply line our bank accounts.

However, different jobs require a different focus. Just ask David Harbour who had to quickly transform his body from the fun, and slightly chunky, Chief Hopper in the smash-hit Netflix series, Stranger Things, to the insanely ripped half-demon, Hellboy.

The 42-year-old actor, who has found himself more popular than most A-list celebrities combined after the success of Stranger Things, is set to play the well-meaning demon in the latest installment of the supernatural Hellboy franchise, which sees the red giant, and unlikely hero, “square off against a medieval sorceress who seeks to destroy humankind.”

Based on that premise, it is easy to assume that Harbour was hired for Hellboy because of his saving-the-world experience. After all, he is the undisputed (and again, unlikely) hero of Stranger Things. Other than his ability to save the day, Harbour appears to share very little else in common with the half-demon, who was summoned from Hell to Earth as a baby.

However, the New York native has now dramatically bulked up his frame in order to portray the gruff half-demon, making it hard to distinguish the equally gruff Chief Hopper in-amongst the bulging muscles.

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The Sad Truth Behind Why You Don’t See Johnny Knoxville Anymore

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I don’t know about you, but every time I think of Johnny Knoxville, I wince as my mind flashes back to one of his many death-defying stunts.

The 46-year-old star became a household name (typically associated with moronic behavior) when he appeared in MTV’s black comedy reality show Jackass during the height of the channel’s fame in the early noughties.

This notoriety would go on to see him star in several movies such as Men In Black II and The Dukes of Hazzard.

But just as we were beginning to view Knoxville as an actor rather than a mindless stunt performer, he vanished without a trace.

Born in Tennessee, Knoxville first had a taste for fame after being inspired by his cousin who was a local singer-songwriter. After moving to California in search of a big break, he was left disappointed after only securing a few commercials and work as an extra.

Desperate to make it big, he tried a different approach. This time he wrote and pitched multiple article ideas to magazines. It was his idea to test self-defense equipment on himself for skateboarding magazine Big Brother that propelled him into the world of daredevil stunts.

From here, Knoxville birthed Jackass with the help of some friends. The show was ultimately picked up by MTV, but before this happened, Knoxville and his team rejected an offer from Saturday Night Live to perform their stunts on the show on a weekly basis.

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Game Of Thrones Star Reveals Very Interesting Spoiler About Season Eight

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The cast and crew of Game of Thrones are currently filming their last season, and with the news that it won’t air until 2019, fans are chomping at the bit for any information about what this final season might hold for their favorite characters.

In the first few years of the show, all fans had to do to discover spoilers was to go down to their local bookstore and start reading George R.R. Martin’s famous series. However, now that the television version has departed from the books, anything could happen.

Various cast members have been dropping hints or revealing small spoilers about the next season. Sophie Turner has previously revealed that the table read of the finale was quite emotional and that her character faces “a new threat” that is more passionate than political.

Now another star has offered some interesting information. John Bradley, otherwise known as Samwell Tarly, recently sat down with TV Guide to discuss all things Game of Thrones and offer a very interesting spoiler about season eight.

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Most Disney Princesses All Wear Blue For A Very Significant Reason

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This month I arrived home from the greatest vacation of my life – two weeks in Disney World Florida. I am a total Disney fanboy. I love the movies, songs, parks and most importantly, the variety of entertaining characters featured on the big and small screens.

Perhaps the greatest highlight was having breakfast inside Cinderella’s castle. Not only did I get steak and eggs for breakfast, and in one of the most iconic landmarks on the planet, but I got to meet Snow White, Princess Jasmine, Princess Aurora and Ariel! (I’m a 25-year-old male with a very disappointed father.)

But no matter how much I’d consider myself a Disney nerd, I never realized this oh-so obvious fact, until today.

In 1937, Walt Disney introduced the world to the very first animated feature-length movie in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. In addition, he also introduced the world to the very first official Disney Princess in the innocent, caring and loyal Snow White, who wished for her prince to come.

 The success of the movie was global, and it was evident audiences wanted Princesses. Despite pouring his heart into movies like DumboFantasiaPinnocio, and Bambi, Walt wouldn’t replicate the success of Snow White until his introduced the world to Cinderella in 1950.

And since then, we’ve seen princesses heavily featured in many of Disney’s greatest classics. All the way from the Snow White and Cinderella, who dreamed of meeting their true love and living happily ever after, to Ariel, Mulan and Princess Jasmin, who craved adventure out of the worlds they were born into, to the modern day Tiana, Rapunzel and Merida, who take an active role in turning their lives around for the better.

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Former Guests Accuse Dr. Phil Of Distributing Alcohol And Drugs To Addicts

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If 2017 has taught us anything it is that there is no smoke without fire. It has been the year that educated us on the importance of listening to people, no matter how obscure they sound. For example, this time last year we’d have questioned anyone who suggested that Kevin Spacey was guilty of sexually harassing young men. But we are wiser now, or just less cynical, after a year of being hounded by horrifying headlines and scary stories.

So when several former guests of Dr. Phil came forward to say that they were lured into taking drugs and drinking alcohol before appearing on the show, we couldn’t help but listen attentively to what they had to say.

The guests, all former addicts, claim that they were invited on to the show so that they could be publicly treated for their problems, free of charge. Of course, this is exactly how the show works. But, part of the process you don’t see is where the show’s crew allegedly ply the participants with substances to ensure they’re intoxicated before appearing on air. Thus, making their condition appear much worse than it actually is in order to generate a dramatic transformation process.

According to former guest, Todd Herzog who appeared on the show back in 2013, his life was put at “risk” by the show. Herzog horrified the show’s viewers when he appeared on the set outrageously drunk, blowing an alarming 0.263 on a breathalyzer test -three times over the drink-drive limit.

Herzog, who at the time was battling an alcohol addiction, claims that he arrived at the show’s Los Angeles studio stone-cold sober. But, this quickly changed when he discovered a full bottle of Smirnoff vodka in his dressing room – a bottle that he claims was intentionally planted to entice him.

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