Way back in 1997, Peter Jackson began the epic undertaking of translating J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings trilogy a live-action masterpiece for the big screen. In an unprecedented move, Jackson filmed all three movies simultaneously. After the success of his LOTR movies, Jackson decided to take Tolkien’s The Hobbit, split it into three, and film another trilogy set in
Read MoreHarry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (Philosopher’s Stone to the Non-USA world) hit shelves in 1998 and when I say “hit” I mean “BOOOOOM!!!”. That simple little book about an orphan boy looking for a place to call home set off a chain of events that no one could have foreseen, I mean, maybe Professor Trelawney but no one would have
Read MoreThe Marvel Universe has become a force unto itself. After 15 years and 40 movies and series (and counting), keeping everything straight in your head can get a little difficult. And if you didn’t get in on the ground floor it can be downright overwhelming to try and join now. Enter Smart Pop Explains Marvel Movies and TV Shows. This unauthorized
Read More“As you wish.” Aaahhh. Has there ever been a more romantic phrase? Well, there may be a few that are on par but Westley’s (Cary Elwes) simple declaration sums it all up so sweetly. Now, using the all-new The Princess Bride: The Official Cookbook by Jenn Fujikawa you can say these sweet words to your beloved after they pick a recipe
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