If you exclude science fiction and fantasy, is there any other genre more fitting of “wish fulfillment” than heist films? Maybe romantic comedy, but we all know that heist films are way cooler! Pulling off a multi-million-dollar robbery and getting away with it? Come on, who wouldn’t want to do that! Unfortunately, not all movies about heists and capers are well-made or even worth watching—and a lot of the good ones have been forgotten or remain overlooked by modern viewers....

When The Simpsons first aired in 1989, it immediately took the world by storm. It’s now on its 32nd season—as of this writing—and the family-friendly animated TV sitcom has introduced roughly 3,650 characters throughout fictional Springfield. There have been celebrity cameos, supernatural villains, and town regulars with witty catchphrases. If you’ve watched more than a handful Simpsons episodes, you probably have your favorites and the ones whom you hate (or just find irritating)....

It’s been a decade since subscription boxes made a splash in America, and while the novelty factor may have worn off, it doesn’t seem like they’re going away any time soon. Truth is, many still love subscription boxes. With each box, you get a random assortment of themed contents—and, generally speaking, the value of the contents often exceed the monthly price of the subscription. If not, you’re usually paying for something special beyond just the price tag of the contents (like exclusive or rare items)....

Who doesn’t love buddy cop movies? Whether a comedic spoof or a gritty action thriller played straight, there’s something enjoyable about watching mismatched cops come together to get the job done. And if you have a Netflix membership, you’re in luck—there are several of these movies worth watching. They may not be Oscar-worthy productions that’ll change your life, but they’re all funny, thrilling, and entertaining in their own ways. Here are some of the best buddy cop movies available on Netflix....

A good trading board game can teach valuable life skills like cooperation, negotiation, delayed gratification, resource management, and how to formulate a strategy and plan ahead. But a great trading board game is more than just an activity where cards and pieces trade back and forth between hands—it’s an activity where players learn about each other, then exploit what they know. And while that might sound antagonistic and mean, it doesn’t have to be....

Can’t get enough of your favorite video games? Video games have become so popular in recent years that there are now plenty of ways to get your fix outside of the actual game itself… …like through board games! Board games are able to take the gameplay and characters of your favorite video games and mix them with a heaping dose of cardboard and plastic. There are many reasons why I think board games are better than video games ....

Fantasy often brings to mind swords and sorcery, but it doesn’t have to. The best fantasy movies cover a range of fantastical degrees and there are so many great ones worth watching. What’s unfortunate is when fantasy movies that aren’t part of a massive franchise (e.g. Harry Potter or The Lord of the Rings ) tend to get looked over by critics and viewers alike. Here are several underrated fantasy movies that you maybe haven’t seen yet but totally should....

Time and time again, we see the same faces shine in Hollywood blockbusters. There is, of course, a good reason for this: once a name is proven to be marketable, it’s a safer bet than diversifying your cast. However, there are many actresses out there who deserve more recognition for the stellar work they’ve put in—actresses who continually deliver brilliant performances, but for one reason or another still don’t receive bigger projects or awards for their output....

You don’t have to go to Japan in order to indulge in Japanese snacks—in fact, you don’t even have to leave your house. Subscription boxes have made it possible to receive a monthly assortment of Japanese goodies delivered right to your doorstep. Craving Pocky or green tea Kit Kats? These Japanese snack subscription boxes will satisfy those cravings and more. 8.ZenPop Box frequency: 1 box per month Box contents: 12+ full-size Japanese snacks and treats...

For most filmmakers, it’s hard enough to make a movie that ends up great—one that’s well-received by critics, beloved by viewers, and remembered throughout the years. “It’s easy to make a good movie, but it’s hard to make a great one.” Orson Welles And a lot of the times, lightning only strikes once. Following up a great movie with a great sequel is exceedingly rare. It’s hard to think of many examples, making it one of the rarest occurrences in cinema....

The opening intro to a TV series is an important element of any show—particularly when it first airs—because it helps set the tone and showcases the general atmosphere to come. This is why the openings to shows like Friends and Seinfeld have remained within the public consciousness to this day. When the Seinfeld riff plays, you half expect Jerry, George, Elaine, and Kramer to pop up somewhere behind you. Or when you hear “I’ll Be There for You” by The Rembrandts, you can’t help but think of Rachel, Ross, Monica, Chandler, Phoebe, and Joey....

You may have heard that certain films are “poorly written,” and you may even have had the same exact thoughts when watching the latest summer blockbusters. But was that film actually written poorly? You can’t know for sure unless you’ve read the script for said films. A lot of times, when a film’s writing is criticized it’s actually the director’s fault. That’s why we hear such praise for star directors like David Fincher, Christopher Nolan, Martin Scorsese, Steven Spielberg, and the list goes on....

In the infinite multiverse of Dungeons & Dragons , few settings have been the focus of as many stories as Forgotten Realms. Whether it’s the campaign setting used by players to build their own tales in, the setting for a novel series that influenced fantasy writers for decades, or the setting for multiple video games, the Forgotten Realms has always been one of the cornerstones of D&D lore. There’s a lot of Forgotten Realms lore out there to dig through....

In recent months, you may have heard one particular anime series get recommended over and over again: Jujutsu Kaisen . Based on the manga series of the same name, Jujutsu Kaisen’s first anime season began airing in October 2020. Since then, it has soared in popularity among anime watchers as one of the coolest and most acclaimed new anime series of the year. What Is Jujutsu Kaisen? Sukuna’s markings are popular among anime fans...

A legacy board game is a unique type of board game that permanently changes as you play it. There’s often a narrative element that forces you to make decisions, and those decisions affect how the game changes—resulting in your playthrough’s “legacy.” These permanent changes are often done by placing stickers on cards and game pieces. Sometimes there are special sealed packets that can only be opened after certain decisions, which opens new capabilities and options as you progress through the game....

When you’re talking video games, it’s all about frame rate. The higher the better, right? 144 Hz gaming monitors are all the rage, after all. But when it comes to frame rate and film, it’s a different story. Directors like Peter Jackson of The Lord of the Rings have placed major bets on high frame rate versions of movies that haven’t paid off with audiences. At least, not yet. What are high frame rate movies?...

What is an auteur? Originating from the French New Wave of the 1940s, the term “auteur” describes a movie director who has a very distinct and specific style of filmmaking. They tend to have complete creative control over their films, which is evident when you can instantly tell who made a film just by watching it unfold on screen. For example, Quentin Tarantino’s signature style involves bloodshed, racism, and sharply written dialogue....

Some great movies just don’t get their due when it comes to ticket sales and box office numbers. Whether as a result of bad timing, poor marketing, lack of star power, problems with distribution, or just plain bad luck… many awesome movies never quite got the love they deserve. Here are some of the best crime movies that bombed at the box office and flew under the radar. Don’t miss out just because the box office stats were low!...

The humble Cleric has been a mainstay of Dungeons & Dragons since 1st Edition hit shelves way back in 1974. That doesn’t mean the class has stayed the same over all these years. In fact, the Cleric has gone through many changes with each edition, and it’s one of the more fun classes to play in core D&D 5e . The Cleric acts as a kind of bridge between melee and caster classes....

Paladins have held an important place in Dungeons & Dragons since Gary Gygax gave us the Greyhawk supplementary rulebook in 1975. Since then, these holy warriors have changed significantly both in their features and their flavor. In 5th Edition , they’re no longer bound to the Lawful Good alignment, plus they get a host of new abilities. If you have a burning desire to mete out divine justice, there’s no better class than the Paladin....