Tom Cruise’s bloody scene inInterview with the Vampireearns a glowing review from VFX artists. Released in 1994, director Neil Jordan’s gothic horror adaptation of Anne Rice’s 1976 novel follows vampire Louis de Pointe du Lac (Brad Pitt) as he recounts his life to journalist Daniel Molloy (Christian Slater).Cruise stars as Lestat de LioncountinInterview with the Vampire, the vampire who is responsible for turning Louis into a vampire himself in 1791. One particularly notable sequence in the movie features Lestat morphing into a more monstrous form after getting his throat slit....

VFX artists tear apart scenes fromTorque, an infamousFast & Furiousmotorcycle ripoff. Directed by Joseph Kahn,Torquetells the story of Ford (Martin Henderson), a biker who returns from Thailand to find himself the target of two dangerous street gangs. The film, which was written by Matt Johnson and also stars Ice Cube, Monet Mazur, Dane Cook, and Max Beesley, came out three years afterThe Fast and the Furious(2001), and was clearly heavily inspired by the film in terms of its characters, storylines, and over-the-top action sequences....

These 10 unusedStar Warsideas prove that not all of George Lucas' plans were successes. There has been plenty of debate overStar Wars’best movies, and many believe that the franchise hasn’t been the same since it was purchased by Disney. While newer additions totheStar Warstimelinemay have been met with plenty of backlash, however, it’s clear thatStar Warswas always experimental, arguably especially when George Lucas was at the helm. There are also numerous examples of Lucas' ideas being criticized, particularly when it comes to the prequel trilogy....

The buddy cop subgenre saw a rise in popularity during the ’80s withfilms like48 Hrs.andBeverly Hills Cop, and has continued to find success decades later with some of the best examples coming from the 2000s. Though the subgenre’s later films earned more criticism for being too derivative of earlier works, there are still plenty of entertaining examples to be found in the decade.Rush HourandBad Boys' sequel filmscontinued the adventures of fan-favorite buddy cop duos, whilefilms likeLive Free or Die Hardand15 Minutesintroduced entirely new on-screen pairings....

Dark comedy TV showshave the unique ability to bounce between meaningful and deep storylines and comedy. These enthralling TV shows embrace the absurd hilarity of humanity while pushing boundaries, exploring societal issues, and challenging expectations. A delicate balance between humor and darkness can make each aspect of the TV show feel stronger and more prominent.The dark and tragic nature of life can be highlighted in contrast to comedic scenes, and life’s chaotic joys and eccentricities are better appreciated in the face of brutal reality and darkness....

This article contains spoilers for theHarry Potterbooks and movies. Summary Since its inception as a children’s book, theHarry Potterfranchise had some truly dark moments. It made sense for the book series to evolve, as it started with Harry Potter at age 11, but ran until this protagonist was 17.Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, book one, was published in 1997, and the final book,Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, was published in 2007....

The world ofDC Comicsis populated by a variety of heroes and villains, from wholesome protagonists like Superman to terrifying agents of chaos like Joker. In between these two extremes exist a variety of heroes who, either from moral ambiguity or immense power, are just as terrifying as some of the villains. Ranging from monsters ripped from the pages of classical literature to unique creations of comic book legends, these superheroes show a good guy doesn’t have to be fun or relatable....

A goodcliffhangerkeeps audiences hooked in and excited for the next development in their favorite TV show, although a truly great one will actually make the whole show better. The reason TV cliffhangers are so exciting is that they up the stakes, as characters’ lives are in jeopardy or major developments change the show forever, meaning that the after-effects of these tense moments ripple through the rest of the show’s run. Fromlong-awaited romancesto life-changing realizations, a good cliffhanger remains in a viewer’s memory forever....

AlthoughSalem’s Lotlooks exciting, the upcomingStephen Kingremake has already fallen victim to a curse that plagues the writer’s recent adaptations.Salem’s Lotis one of Stephen King’s most acclaimed novels. Originally released in 1975, the book follows a writer who discovers a dark secret upon returning to his titular hometown.Salem’s Lotwas adapted as a successful miniseries in 1978. Directed byThe Texas Chain Saw Massacrehelmer Tobe Hooper, the miniseries went on to influence decades of vampire stories on both the big and small screen....

Even before the company filed for bankruptcy, it was no secret thatDiamond Comics Distributorshad been struggling. With titles shipping late for months, Diamond was ceding ground to competitors like Lunar in the direct market. Even those shifts did not completely alleviate the issues with shipping deadlines across the industry, with Lunar also shipping some books out to comic shops late, according to statements from retailers. As for Diamond, Chief Sales & Service Officer Chris Powell blamed a combination of factors, from shipping and warehouse congestion to weather-related delays, as reported byBleeding Cool....

Pedro Jimenoand Chantel Everett’s marriage was contentious inThe Family Chantel, and Pedro repeatedly proved he wasn’t husband material. Chantel first met Pedro when vacationing in the Dominican Republic, his own country. The pair engaged in a whirlwind romance, and their marriage journey was documented on90 Day Fiancéseason 4. Pedro and Chantel quickly became one of the most popular franchise couples, getting their own spin-off. However, the marriage was troubled from the start....

Loren Brovarnikshared a sweet picture with her daughter, Ariel Brovarnik, which sparked concern among90 Day Fiancéfans. Loren first appeared in90 Day Fiancéseason 3with Alexei Brovarnik. The couple got married during the season and later had three beautiful children - Shai, Asher, and Ariel. Recently, the couple returned to the spin-off to documentLoren’s journey as she underwent a mommy makeover. Despite Alexei’s disapproval, Loren decided to have the cosmetic procedure to feel more secure in her body....

A Working Mangets a new red trailer, promising some bone-crunching violence from Jason Statham’s new action movie. Serving as a reunion for Statham and director David Ayer after thesuccess ofThe Beekeeperlast year, the upcoming film sees the actor starring as Levon Cade, a construction worker with a dark past who sets out on a mission to recover his boss’s teenage daughter from human traffickers. The film, which features a script from Ayer, Sylvester Stallone, and Chuck Dixon, is the latest in a long line of Statham action movies, and is set to hit theaters on March 28....