When it comes to comic book movies, Deadpool and Wolverine are the ultimate rule-breakers—and they’re not shy about leaving a trail of Easter eggs for fans to uncover. From fourth-wall-breaking nods to hilarious callbacks, the two characters are packed with hidden gems that reward sharp-eyed viewers. Whether it’s Deadpool’s cheeky jabs at the X-Men or ...
In today’s edition of “Legend Has It,” we wish a Happy 30th Anniversary to summer blockbuster franchise Jurassic Park, whose enduring “dino” popularity will always spell summer fun, terror, and thrills. Fire up the popcorn maker because this summer marks the 30th anniversary celebration of Jurassic Park (1993). Debuting in 1993, and spanning six feature ...
From Tom Cruise to Dwayne Johnson, these are the highest-paid actors in 2023. You know how the old adage goes, “You’ve got to spend money to make money”? Apparently, Hollywood has been sipping on that wisdom like it’s a mid-afternoon kale smoothie. And why wouldn’t they? The endgame has always been ‘box office gold’, and ...
Ready to step off the pages and onto the big screen? Buckle up, fellow bookworms and cinephiles. We’ve all experienced that twinge of excitement (or dread!) when our favorite novel gets a Hollywood shout-out. It’s a rollercoaster, isn’t it? But every now and then, Tinseltown manages to hit the nail on the head. These were ...
In today’s edition of “Legend Has It,” we welcome back the iconic archaeologist and reflect on all previous Indiana Jones movies. The fifth installment of the wildly popular adventure franchise, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny hits theaters this June 30, and we’re unearthing all the cinematic treasure. Heave a sigh of relief. It’s ...
(This article was update on January 16, 2024) From the Marvel Cinematic Universe to Star Wars, these are the biggest movie franchises of all time. Imagine a world where the thrills of intergalactic battles, the charm of enchanted realms, and the adrenaline rush of high-speed car chases come together. That’s the world created by the ...
In this edition of Legend Has It, we honor the September 26th birthday of recently passed Australian actress/singer Olivia Newton-John and her blockbuster movie-musical Grease. Released in 1978, Grease was the most commercially successful movie-musical up until that time, and is still cherished by millions today. The tributes have been pouring in from around the ...
From Day For Night (1973) to Seven Samurai (1954), here are 10 favorite Steven Spielberg movies. Call him the Imagination Magician. Or the King of the Action-Adventure. Whichever moniker, one fact remains: few directors tap into the modern cultural zeitgeist like Steven Spielberg. He was one of the hottest New Hollywood directors to enter the scene in ...
In this edition of Legend Has It, we dive deep into the behind-the-scenes trivia of the iconic summer film, Jaws. Released on this day back in 1975, Jaws is a global classic whose horror-filled majesty still reigns supreme. Few film directors are as synonymous with the word “adventure” as Steven Spielberg. Oscar winner for the ...
In this Valentine’s Day edition of Legend Has It, we’ll sneak behind the scenes of the vampire love story Twilight, whose bloodstained teenage romance rocked audiences and spawned four successful sequels. When your boyfriend sucks out the venom, you know it’s true love. Or so says the 2008 blockbuster hit Twilight. A pop culture phenomenon, ...
In this first 2022 edition of Legend Has It, we’ll spotlight a quintessential winter film, Doctor Zhivago, which opened in theaters this New Year’s week back in 1966, and won five Oscars for its immensely gorgeous rendering of an early 1900s Russia. Call it the Russian Gone With the Wind, a romance story with a ...
In today’s unique edition of Legend Has It, we’ll look at the highly anticipated 2021 remake of the 1961 iconic musical film West Side Story. Sure to be a legend-in-the-making when it hits theaters this December 10th, West Side Story 2021 promises to be cinematic glitter, but will it be gold? Back in October 1961, ...
The driving force of any plot is conflict. And great villains, being the very embodiment of conflict, are that little magic ingredient that never fails to make a movie delicious. The nature of evil is taboo, complex, and difficult to grasp. This might be why we are often psychologically intrigued by villains. They deviate from ...
Ever wondered what magical ingredients made your favorite movies golden? Welcome to ‘Legend Has It,’ the companion series to The Toast. We’ll break down one movie monthly, providing you with delectable details not known to most folks.The behind-the-scenes scoop. The tasty trivia! We’ve done the research, culled the data, and are bringing you fun facts all to enhance ...
Over the years, films have teamed up with the gaming world to create a number of iconic titles. From console classics to mobile masterpieces, the offering in this space is extensive. Of course, not all games based on movies hit the mark, but on the whole, the genre has been on the receiving end of ...
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