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About Madison Diaz

Madison Diaz has a bachelor's degree in mass communication with a minor in writing. Now, she's in grad school, pursuing her MFA in Creative Writing. Her overall goal in life is to be a writer and eventually publish romance novels. She enjoys reading, writing, and casual gaming. She has a cute senior dog and a cool husband who loves talking with her about comics and wrestling.

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Ralph Fiennes as Voldemort, shooting a green spell from his wand, in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2.
How Voldemort Became a Dark Lord in Harry Potter

Harry Potter's greatest villain, Voldemort, rose to power over time and chose to become a Dark Lord after years of plotting against humanity.

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This Sopranos Death Made the Biggest Impact on the Series

The Sopranos became known for its unexpected deaths, but the demise of one character had a greater impact than any other throughout the HBO series.

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This 2003 Horror Movie Isn't as Bad as People Remember

Gothika has gotten a bad rap for being a poorly constructed psychological thriller, but many don't remember some of the more compelling elements.

On the left, Carolina and El Mariachi of 'Desperado' walk away from an explosion. On the right, Kitty Softpaws and Puss in Boots point their swords.
Puss in Boots Isn't the Only Film Starring Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek

Puss in Boots: The Last Wish stars Antonio Banderas and Salma Hayek have worked together on a number of other iconic and memorable films.

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The Mind Behind Hairspray Also Made This Underrated Cult Classic Musical

John Waters is well-known for creating the iconic film Hairspray, but many forget the creator made another cult classic musical comedy.

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Did Fox Get Next Level Chef's Premise From Netflix's The Platform?

Fox uses a three-tier kitchen model for Gordon Ramsay's cooking competition that resembles the Netflix horror film The Platform. Are they connected?

Heartstopper's Nick Nelson and Charlie Spring talk, with images of the comic series in the background.
Webtoon Adaptations Are Changing the TV Landscape for the Better

In 2022, Netflix released two live-action adaptations of popular webtoons, providing romance lovers a way to experience on-page love coming to life.

Characters from the K-Drama, Business Proposal, talk beneath an umbrella.
Business Proposal Calls Out Cheesy Rom-Com Tropes (And Executes Them Well)

Business Proposal gained praise from audiences for its humor, especially when it came to calling out common tropes often seen in the romance genre.

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K-Drama: How Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha Used the Love Triangle Effectively

Netflix's Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha was a lighthearted, fun romantic comedy series that featured a well-executed low-stakes love triangle worth watching.

Buttercup and Westley in the forest in The Princess Bride.
Robin Wright Wasn't the Only Actor Considered for The Princess Bride's Buttercup

The Princess Bride creators struggled to cast Princess Buttercup, and a few well-known actors were considered before Robin Wright landed the part.

Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy share a romantic embrace in 2005's Pride & Prejudice
Why Pride & Prejudice (2005) Is One of the Best Romances of All Time

The 2005 movie adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice brings comfort to its viewers to the point of being considered one of the best romances.

Emma Stone walking through school in Easy A
Easy A Fails to Qualify as a Romantic Comedy - Here's Why

Easy A had many intriguing elements that easily labeled the movie as a true teen comedy, but it also received an inaccurate romance label.

9 New Thriller & Horror Movies and Shows to Watch in March 2023
9 New Thriller & Horror Movies and Shows to Watch in March 2023

This March, Scream and John Wick will release new installments to their highly anticipated series alongside various creepy and unhinged horror films.

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The Rocky Franchise Included One Consistent Antagonist Everyone Forgets

The Rocky franchise featured various antagonists for Balboa to overcome, but many viewers forget one hater who consistently stood in his way.

Maika Monroe as Ruth and Jake Lacy as Harry in Significant Other
This Indie Horror Film Provided a Romantic Twist No One Saw Coming

Paramount+'s Significant Other included a romantic subplot no one had expected, and the narrative followed through most spectacularly.

This New Indie Horror Film Has a Connection to an Underrated Thriller
This New Indie Horror Film Has a Connection to an Underrated Thriller

Daughter and 1BR both highlight the social pressure people often feel to conform to society, especially when they feel coerced and trapped.

Alison Brie and Jay Ellis in Somebody I Used to Know
Somebody I Used to Know Trailer Gives Voice to Over-Romanticized Drama

Somebody I Used to Know showcases a toxic relationship filled with deception, lies and infidelity that's over-romanticized by the protagonist.

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What Caused Harry Potter's Parents to Appear in The Goblet of Fire?

Many people have wondered why Lily and James Potter sometimes return in the Harry Potter series, but the answer is complicated and not what you think.

9 New Thriller & Horror Movies and Shows to Watch in February 2023
9 New Thriller & Horror Movies and Shows to Watch in February 2023

February has various highly anticipated horror and thriller films coming out throughout the month, including the comedy thriller Cocaine Bear.

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Teen Wolf & Other Films & TV Shows on Disney+ & Paramount+ This Weekend

Paramount+ and Disney+ have plenty of nostalgic options to watch this weekend, including the return of the popular MTV teen drama series Teen Wolf.

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