Movies

November 26, 2024

Judy Garland’s Iconic Ruby Slippers From ‘The Wizard of Oz’ Are up for Auction, 20 Years After Being Stolen

Originally released in 1939, The Wizard of Oz is considered one of the best movies of all time. Its immense popularity stems not only from its impactful musical score, storytelling, and cinematography, but also its memorable imagery, including Dorothy’s ruby slippers. Now, the iconic shoes worn by Judy Garland herself are up for auction. The bidding event , organized by Heritage Auctions (HA), is slated to conclude at 11:00 a.m. CST on Saturday, December 7.

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October 25, 2024

‘Gladiator II’ Popcorn Bucket Brings the Colosseum to Your Lap Through AR

It’s the era of the popcorn bucket. Though the novelty item has been around for years, its recent manifestations have transformed it into a trend. This past winter, Dune: Part II was accompanied by a popcorn bucket so suggestive it spurred hundreds of viral memes. Summer blockbusters Alien: Romulus, Deadpool v. Wolverine, and Despicable Me 4 have also gained notoriety for their zany buckets. Gladiator II is the newest contender within this arena.

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September 12, 2024

Empire State Building Honors James Earl Jones With a Darth Vader Projection

The great James Earl Jones passed away a few days ago at age 93. The versatile American actor won three Tony Awards, two Emmys, a Grammy, and an honorary Oscar; however, he is best remembered for lending his booming voice to Darth Vader, the iconic villain from Star Wars. As a tribute to his work, the Empire State Building shared an image of Darth Vader projected onto the famous building's façade.

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May 3, 2024

‘Star Wars’ Death Star Popcorn Maker Creates Delicious Snack Without Butter or Oil

The Death Star may be best known for blowing up Alderaan in Star Wars, but now it also does a great job of blowing up popcorn kernels and turning them into a delicious snack. By producing a vortex of hot air, the Death Star Popcorn Maker pops kernels using heat alone, without needing butter or oil. This clever design also ensures that all kernels are toasted to perfection without being burnt.

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