Movies

Even if you’re not a movie buff, even if you’ve never seen a single one of his films, you’ve undoubtedly heard the name Charlie Chaplin. He’s one of the most iconic and significant figures in cinema. Chaplin began his film career in 1914. He became a pioneer of the silent era, obtaining worldwide fame and success with his movies. His comedic, on-screen persona, The Tramp — that little, accident-prone fellow with the tiny hat and mustache — became a global icon. Although Chaplin was active during the silent era, his artistic work and legacy continue to be relevant 100 years later.

At the Paris Olympics, I’ve been thoroughly charmed by an array of athletes who’ve become my favorites. These talented individuals, both fresh and seasoned, have managed to mesmerize spectators from every corner of the globe.

For years, comic book enthusiasts have been praising the greatness of Marvel characters, but it was primarily the extraordinary success of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) that won over many others. The ability of Marvel to construct a vast cinematic universe, which now includes TV shows as well, and to seamlessly tie everything together with exceptional continuity was groundbreaking. What might surprise fans of the MCU and its extensive roster of incredible characters is that Marvel actually developed a screen-based universe for their characters decades earlier than the MCU’s launch.

There isn’t any TV franchise quite as popular and expansive as Bachelor Nation, boasting a large fanbase and numerous former contestants. Regrettably, one of those former contestants has tragically passed away at a young age. Hailey Merkt, who competed for Nick Viall’s affections in Season 21 of The Bachelor, died on July 26 at the age of 31.

As a long-time fan of Marvel Studios and their cinematic universe (MCU), I was absolutely thrilled to learn about the exciting news that emerged from San Diego Comic-Con this week. The revelation that Robert Downey Jr., who has played Iron Man so brilliantly, will don the villainous mantle of Doctor Doom in the upcoming movies Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars, sent shockwaves through the Marvel community. I can’t help but feel a mix of anticipation and nostalgia, as Downey’s portrayal of Tony Stark has been an integral part of my cinematic journey within the MCU over the past decade.