Gypsy Movie Characters
February 4th, 2010Hollywood has had a longtime love/hate relationship with gypsy movie characters. Since the golden era of filmmaking, gypsies have appeared on screen in two basic incarnations: the cursing kind and the butt-kicking kind.
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20 Memorable Movie Wives
January 29th, 2010These 20 memorable movie wives did more than just stand by their men. They carried them, challenged them, taught them a lesson, and in some cases, even tried to kill them. Whether they were worthy of praise or divorce papers, one thing is true about all of these spouses: they were unforgettable.
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12 Top Movie Characters
January 28th, 2010It’s time to profile another 12 top movie characters. If you’re unfamiliar with any of the names (or films) listed below, I recommend that you remedy the situation as soon as possible. I would suggest you start with Citizen Kane, because it features both complex characters and innovative film techniques. You can buy it at Amazon by clicking on the link, and we’ll even get a small commission (which will help us keep our doors open for the future).
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Great Comedy Movie Characters
January 27th, 2010If you’re in the mood for laughter, I would suggest trying one of these great comedy movie characters. They’ll have you in stitches from start to finish, whether it’s the cross-dressing antics of Tootsie or the anti-war absurdity of Dr. Strangelove.
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15 Best Movie Characters
January 26th, 2010These 15 best movie characters will stick in your mind long after you’ve turned off your DVD player. From violent cops to wise Jedi warriors like Obi-Wan Kenobi from Star Wars, each has been immortalized through a combination of acting prowess and well-crafted dialogue. Peruse the list and reminisce about your favorites. If you find one you’re unfamiliar with, be sure to check out the film from a service like Netflix or Blockbuster Online. For that matter, you can also purchase the film through Amazon and ensure that we’ll get a small commission in the process.
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10 Top Hindi Movie Characters
January 25th, 2010These 10 top Hindi movie characters range from lovable gangsters to high-flying superheroes. If you’re new to the Bollywood scene, or just Indian films in general, I’ve assembled a list of some of cinema’s most enduring characters. This should give you a feel for what’s available, and be sure to check back for related posts in the future.
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10 Great Dance Movie Characters
January 22nd, 2010This list of 10 great dance movie characters is aimed at all those moviegoers who love toe-tapping, foot-stomping action. From disco to the more modern krumping, these 10 great dance movie characters really know how to burn up the dance floor. Give the following films a try, and you just might find yourself signing up for lessons.
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12 Top Old Movie Characters
January 21st, 2010These 12 top old movie characters are an excellent way to develop an appreciation for classic films. If you mainly watch new release films, you’re missing out on a number of cinematic masterpieces. Just pick one of the following characters, watch the movie they’re in, and then tell me if I’m wrong. Your thoughts can either be left in the comments section or on our movie forum (where we’ve got a section dedicated to classic films).
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15 Top Kids Movie Characters
January 20th, 2010These 15 top kids movie characters will provide hours of viewing enjoyment for your youngsters. Whether they’re teaching some kind of moral lesson or just acting comical, you can count on these animated and live-action kids movie characters to lighten your load as a parent. You may also find yourself swept up in their antics, as many of these films are meant to delight adults as well as children.
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20 Great War Movie Characters
January 19th, 2010These 20 great war movie characters should delight any fan of military films. Many of the characters I’ve selected are the heroic leads of their respective film, but a few villains and supporting characters made it onto the list due to special performances and memorable dialogue. The next time you sit down amidst the roar of tanks and bombers, be sure and pay special attention to these great war movie characters.
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