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10 Transgender People Who Made History
Bigots claim that being transgender is a recent trend, but history makes it abundantly clear that trans folk have always existed.
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The First Stage-to-Film Adaptations Ever Made
Theater is one of the oldest forms of entertainment, while film is relatively new. Here are the first 10 films to ever combine these mediums.
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The Child Brides of Charlie Chaplin
Charlie Chaplin was a silent film icon and beloved comedian. But he was also a predator who pursued teenage girls, and even married them, into his mid-50s.
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Buster Keaton's 5 Most Dangerous Films
Before stunt doubles, safety regulations, and CGI were commonplace in Hollywood, actors risked life and limb to pull off movie stunts—few more than Buster Keaton.
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The Early Cinematic Life of "Alice in Wonderland"
Lewis Carroll's classic novels have been brought to life on screen since the early days of cinema.
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Whatever Happened to Bobby Driscoll?
He was Disney's first child star, popular with both critics and audiences. So how did he end up fading into obscurity?
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The Man Who Trained Flipper Now Fights Against Marine Mammal Captivity
In the 1960s, Ric O'Barry helped capture and train dolphins for the TV show 'Flipper.' But since 1970, he's devoted his life to saving marine mammals from suffering that fate.
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The First 10 Werewolf Movies Ever Made
The werewolf is a movie monster who has seen many incarnations. This article highlights the first ten werewolf movies ever made, beginning with "The Werewolf" in 1913 and continuing through 1941's iconic "The Wolf Man," starring Lon Chaney in the title role.
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The On-Screen History of "The Addams Family"
From their humble beginnings as comic strip characters, the Addams Family has proven their enduring popularity over the decades.
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The Life and Career of Frank Inn, Famed Hollywood Animal Trainer
A look at the career of one of the most famous animal trainers in Hollywood.
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10 Old Hollywood Deaths That Remain Mysterious
When Hollywood stars pass away under mysterious circumstances, this often results in scandal, secrecy, and conspiracy theories.
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The Forgotten Early Film Adaptations of L. Frank Baum's "Oz" Series
Did you know that the mythical world of Oz has had a presence in film much longer than you'd think?
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The First 10 Famous Dogs in Film
Animals as well as humans have found fame on the silver screen, and have been beloved by audiences for over a century.
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The First 10 Movie Crossovers Ever Made
Superhero crossover films are currently quite popular. But the crossover film itself goes back further than you might think.
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The First 10 Films Ever to Be Based on Fairy Tales
Fairy tales have an enduring quality to be told and retold time and again. Here are the first 10 fairy tales adapted to film during the earliest days of cinema.
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The First 10 Movie Remakes Ever Made
Some moviegoers believe that remakes are a sign that Hollywood is out of ideas. In reality, remakes are about as old as cinema itself.
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The First 10 Romance Films Ever Made
If you're looking for the perfect Valentine's Day movie, perhaps one of these old romance films will fit the part.
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The First 10 Christmas Movies Ever Made
Christmas films are a dime a dozen these days. But at some point in history, they were new, unique, and even innovative.
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The First 10 Movies to Feature Dinosaurs
Wondering when dinosaurs first appeared on the big screen? Dinosaur movies are a lucrative genre—a genre that goes as far back as the 1910s.
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The Four Lead Actresses of Disney’s "Alice Comedies" (1923–1927)
The humble beginnings of the multi-billion-dollar Walt Disney Company can be traced back to a charming series of short films called the "Alice Comedies."
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The Oldest Surviving Animated Films: Part 3 (1915-22)
This is the third part of my history of animation series. This article covers the oldest surviving animated movies from 1915 to 1922.
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The Oldest Surviving Animated Films: Part 2 (1909–15)
This is the second part of my history of animation series. This article covers the oldest surviving animated movies from 1909 to 1915.
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The Oldest Surviving Animated Films: Part 1 (1892–1909)
This is the first part of my history of animation series. This article covers the oldest surviving animated movies from 1892 to 1909, created by pioneers like J. Stuart Blackton and Émile Cohl.
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The First 10 LGBTQ+ Films Ever Made
LGBTQ+ film is often considered a relatively new genre. But these themes have been present in cinema since the silent era, sometimes subtle and sometimes surprisingly overt.
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The First 10 Time Travel Films Ever Made
You might not think of silent black-and-white movies when you hear the words "time travel." But this concept has existed in cinema far longer than you'd imagine.
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The First 10 Films to Have African-American Casts
Although racial diversity in Hollywood leaves something to be desired, minorities have achieved some victories throughout the years. Here are the first ten films to feature African-American casts.
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The First 10 Horror Films Ever Made
In case you're planning a horror movie marathon this Halloween, here are a couple more films to add to the watch list.
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The First 10 Biopics Ever Made
These days, biopics are a common means of Oscar bait, so it's not surprising that the genre goes back to the beginnings of film itself.
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5 Older Films With All-Female Casts
With women still fighting for representation today, it may be hard to believe that female-dominated films existed as far back as the 1930s.
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10 TV Milestones That Were Reached Sooner Than You Think
Recognizing 10 television milestones that were reached quicker than you think, including the first rerun, the first pregnancy, and the first interracial kiss.
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The First 10 Films Based on Novels
Celebrating the ten first book-to-movie adaptations known to exist, including "Scrooge, or Marley's Ghost" (1901), "Robinson Crusoe" (1902), and "A Trip to the Moon" (1902).
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10 Cinematic Milestones That Were Reached Sooner Than You Think
Color, sound, remakes, found footage - these are all part of the movie-going experience that we take for granted. Few realize just how far back some of these tropes and innovations go.
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10 Abuses of Studio Power From the Golden Age of Hollywood
During the Golden Age, Hollywood actors and actresses were basically considered the property of major film studios, making this era a living hell for its most glamorous stars.
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10 Old Movies That Changed Laws and Regulations
Movies can have significant social impact. They can educate, raise awareness, and alter public consciousness. Here are 10 films that took it a step further, inspiring laws, legislation, and politics.
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10 Influential Female Directors From the Silent Film Era
Back when the film industry was just emerging, gender restrictions hadn’t been established yet. Women could freely seize opportunities to work behind the camera.