Remember that scene from Breaking Bad when Jesse hovers in mid-air after taking his first ever hit of heroin? It’s iconic, and there’s plenty more trippy drug scenes like that in cinema. Drug abuse isn’t exactly a new topic when it comes to film exploration, but most movies simply show us the character taking drugs. We rarely get to experience the drug in the character’s shoes. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of fascinating movies that take us into the minds of drug-using characters, to witness their distorted worlds from their skewed points of view....

Do you have a bookcase filled with nerdy books, comics, or even DVDs and Blu-rays? Few things are more satisfying than an organized, decked-out shelf that’s prim and proper. Yet while shelves full of geeky media can be dripping with nerdiness, they aren’t complete until you cap them off with bookends. Bookends aren’t just for practicality. Sure, they’re certainly helpful for keeping your books and media upright, but they’re also a great way to express your personality and tastes....

Deserts are always an interesting location for any movie. It’s literally the worst place for a character to be stuck in—all that vast, hot land with no water or shelter in sight—and so it’s often used as the backdrop for a tough metaphorical journey as well as a physical one. Here are my picks for the best desert movies that take place in dry and arid landscapes, from the wastelands of the Sahara desert to sand-covered barren planets where few could even survive....

The South Korean entertainment industry consists of so many great actors that it’s hard for fans to pick favorites. From warriors of the past to modern-day soldiers, from white-collar doctors and lawyers to international spies, actors in Korean TV series (called “K-dramas”) have played all kinds of roles. More than that, these stunning male leads never fail to build chemistry with their female co-stars, resulting in all kinds of nominations for the “Couple of the Year” awards by various award-giving bodies....

There’s something beautifully special about a lake versus other bodies of water. Sure, oceans and rivers have their own grand features, but lakes are serene, isolated, and inviting—most of the time. Many movies across varying genres have taken place on or near lakes and lagoons. It’s an environment that’s rich with potential for all kinds of interesting stories, whether horror, romance, or comedy. Here are my picks for the best lakeside movies that take place on a lake or lagoon....

Composer Michael Giacchino is the man behind some of the most unforgettable music in movies and TV shows, many of which you’ve no doubt seen—from blockbusters to childhood favorites. There’s that one movie about a family of superheroes. And that other movie about a culinary rodent. Not to mention that groundbreaking TV series that really helped him get his name out there. Next to John Williams and Hans Zimmer, Michael Giacchino has what it takes to sit aside them at the top of the music scoring pantheon....

Murder mysteries are one of the most popular formats for TV shows. Why? They’re engaging, they pose a lot of intriguing questions, and they’re a great catalyst for drama! You have the genius detective—who’s usually battling his own demons in the subplot—and the funny sidekick. There’s the countdown to solve a case before something else bad happens. Not to mention the puzzling clues that have us guessing along with them....

For the most part, Reddit is mainly used for link aggregation, image sharing, and open discussions. All of that happens in topical communities called subreddits, and those topics usually make sense—like technology, board games, world news, etc. But out on the fringes of Reddit, you’ll find strange and unusual subreddits that aren’t like the rest. From high-concept text-only subreddits to meme-style image-only subreddits with bizarre slants, here are some of the weirdest communities you might want to check out....

It’s one thing to amass an impressive collection of board games, card games, dice games, what have you. It’s another thing to carry them somewhere to play (like someone else’s house). I’ve often heard people recommending the use of IKEA bags, which are cheap and plentiful if you live near one. My problem with IKEA bags? Not only are they tacky, they offer zero protection. When you’re spending anywhere from $20 to $100+ per board game, why would you cheap out on the bag?...

Animals as actors can be traced way back to 1905 (during the era of silent films) and many different types of animals have been involved—including cats, dogs, and pigs—often lending themselves to movies and scenes that are both heartwarming and heartbreaking. These animal relationships can be touching and dramatic when executed well, particular when an animal’s neverending loyalty or unconditional love is on display. Sometimes it can even bring an emotionally devastating plot, just like in any other tragic romance movie....

He’s one of the original superheroes. The poster boy against all evil. Near-indestructible, faster than a speeding locomotive, strong enough to lift entire planets. He’s Superman! The Man of Steel. Kal-El’s journey from doomed homeworld to Earth makes him the last surviving son of Krypton. He’s a child sent away by his parents so that he would survive. The only one who stood a chance at living. Related: The best Batman movies (animated and live-action)...

Chris Hemsworth is best known for playing Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, the Australian actor has achieved far more than that in his career, using his role as Thor as a launchpad to develop and star in other Hollywood roles. His filmography is littered with projects that have proven to be great fun and action-packed. To name a few standout roles, there’s former F1 champion James Hunt, Snow White’s Huntsman, the sexy secretary in Ghostbusters , and the mercenary in Extraction ....

Here in America, our cafes are rather quaint and boring. We might order an espresso and a pastry to go with it, but then we just sit down to chat or type away on our laptops. It’s all quite dull and mundane. But what if cafes didn’t have to be so… traditional? Japan certainly doesn’t think they have to be! Quirky themed cafes have popped up all over the country, offering a unique experience to guests every visit....

When it comes to the game of Monopoly , every family seems to have their own house rules that they always play by. Are you the family who pays fees and taxes to the center of the board? And when someone lands on Free Parking, they get all of that cash? How about action restrictions when someone is in Jail? These are just some of the more common house rules that are strangely ubiquitous across Monopoly games around the world....

During its heyday, Nickelodeon cranked out its own special brand of cartoons called Nicktoons. It seemed like every single one the network cracked out was a gem. Particularly during the mid to late 90s, Nickelodeon could do no wrong. That’s why we’re going to dig in and count down the best 90s Nickelodeon cartoons and see which sits atop the throne. In order to qualify for this list, the Nicktoon must have had its debut episode air at some point in the 1990s....

Plenty of video games have been based on books, with The Witcher and the Metro series perhaps being the most popular. We’ve also seen plenty of books based on video games, especially lore-heavy sci-fi games like Mass Effect and Halo . While these might touch on the same stories, they’ve very different than the actual games. Enter the LitRPG, a new genre of book that takes more direct inspiration from video games....

To see Ewan McGregor back as the wise Obi-Wan Kenobi was a sight to behold. Fans had waited years for the Scotsman to reprise the role he inherited from the mighty Alec Guinness, and he didn’t disappoint. The generally favorable Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+ gave us a look into a different chapter of Kenobi’s relationship with his former friend and apprentice, Anakin Skywalker AKA Darth Vader. Let’s dive into the lore behind the incredible relationship between Obi-Wan and Anakin, where we’ll find several reasons why Darth Vader could never defeat his former master....

They’re the living dead. The walking dead. The undead. Fictional but known all around the world, zombies are creatures who were once human but raised back to life—except with rotting skin and bones, a lack of meaningful consciousness, and a craving for human flesh. Zombies have been the subject of many horror films since the early 1930s, allegedly rooted in a Haitian belief involving voodoo superstition. In the years since, zombie movies have waxed and waned in popularity, simultaneously played out yet still interesting in a way....

Dungeons & Dragons is generally called a pen and paper RPG, but a huge portion of the game can actually be played with technology. Obviously, if you want to play Dungeons & Dragons online, you’ll be heavily reliant on technology with tools like Discord and Roll20. However, even if you’re playing D&D in person, you can actually use technology to replace a lot of the paper elements of the game....

It’s a hateful feeling when you finish a season of a TV series that’s utterly enjoyable and you’re excited for the next season, only to be hit by the disappointing news of the show’s cancellation. Why was the show cancelled?! In most cases, it comes down to low ratings, poor reviews, contract disputes—all are peddled as reasons for a cancellation, and most of the time, the decision is correct. But every so often there are TV shows that get cancelled undeservingly....