For the discussion of film
Before we get started with the second voting round, I just wanted to share some stats from Round 1. At the start of Round 2, there are still songs from every decade in the mix, though the 1980s have the … Continue reading Favorite “Best Original Song” Oscar Winners Tournament–Round 2
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 10: Journalists, Reporters, & Hosts
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 9: Soldiers & The Military
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 8: Captains, Drivers, & Pilots
Scott’s desire to tell people what movies to watch knows no bounds. He’s decided to create a series on here devoted to profiling directors and creating guides to their films. This week’s director is… Pedro Almodóvar. Highly recommended: Women on … Continue reading Director Profile: Pedro Almodóvar
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 7: Teachers and Principals
Welcome to the Weekly Movie Thread, your place on the Avocado to discuss films with your fellow commenters. Want to make a recommendation? Looking for recommendations? Want to share your opinions of movies, both new and classic? This week sees … Continue reading Avocado Weekly Movie Thread (11/7)
We’ve narrowed down the list of competitors from 89 to a nice even 64. It’s time to start voting! But first, here are some quick stats from the seeding round: Finally, before we start voting let’s pay our respects to … Continue reading Favorite “Best Original Song” Oscar Winners Tournament–Round 1
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 6: Bullies and Mean Girls
The weekend totals for November 3rd through November 5th, 2023 estimates are in: 1.) Five Nights at Freddy’s (Uni) 3,789 (+114) theaters, Fri $5.4M (-86%) Sat $8.6M Sun $5.3M 3-day $19.4M (-76%), Total $113.6M/Wk 2 2.) Taylor Swift: Eras Tour (AMC) 3,604 (-169) theaters, Fri $3.6M (-23%) … Continue reading Weekend Box Office Totals For November 3rd – 5th
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 5: Chefs & Bakers
An adaptation of J.M. Barrie’s children’s fantasy classic, and another round of wacked out gags from those fine folks at Termite Terrace. Continue reading Public Domain Theater: Peter Pan (& “Nutty News”)
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 4: Stoners & Slackers
The Best Original Song category was added to the Oscars by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 1934, at the 7th annual awards. The award is presented to the songwriters who have composed an original song specifically … Continue reading Favorite “Best Original Song” Oscar Winners Tournament
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 3: Bosses
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 2: Politicians
The month of November is all about the examination of different types of characters in pop culture across all the various mediums – not just TV and film, for example. Thanks to some help from Mr. Ixolite and myself to … Continue reading 30 Day Pop Culture Character Challenge Day 1: The Medical Field
Scott’s desire to tell people what movies to watch knows no bounds. He’s decided to create a series on here devoted to profiling directors and creating guides to their films. This week’s director is… Wes Craven. Highly recommended: The Hills … Continue reading Director Profile: Wes Craven
The month of October is all about horror as it well should be and we’re going to revisit that topic with a range of new prompts that have come to life once again – but not like they were before! … Continue reading 30 Day Spooktacular Horror Challenge Day 31: Your Halloween Story
Welcome to the Weekly Movie Thread, your place on the Avocado to discuss films with your fellow commenters. Want to make a recommendation? Looking for recommendations? Want to share your opinions of movies, both new and classic? Happy Halloween! The … Continue reading Avocado Spooky Movie Thread (10/31)
Oscar Wilde first published The Picture of Dorian Gray in 1890. Dorian has youth, beauty and wealth. A lovelorn artist gives him a cursed portrait that reflects his soul. It ages and rots while Dorian remains spotless. This gives him … Continue reading LGBT Movies: The Picture of Dorian Gray (1976)
