How Gremlins' Infamous Christmas Story Managed To Make It Into The Film
Kate's 'Why I Hate Christmas' scene in Gremlins is the truest horror of the whole film, and it was almost cut out by the studio.
/Film Editorial Policies
/Film is one of the most trusted entertainment sites on the web, catering to the particular interests of film buffs, binge watchers, and casual fans. We cover everything from big releases from Marvel, DC, and Disney to independent film and classic Hollywood, and we do so while maintaining a firm commitment to journalistic integrity and excellence.
Our team consists of veteran entertainment editors, subject-matter experts, writers, fact-checkers, graphic designers, and beat reporters dedicated to bringing you the kinds of fresh, accurate, and exclusive scoops only a credible and trusted outlet can provide. For more information on our editorial process, view our full policies page.
Stories By Caroline Madden
-
-
The Unfortunate Lawsuit That Came Out Of Ridley Scott's Gladiator
Ridley Scott's Gladiator was at the center of a lawsuit with the estate of a legendary composer. -
The Gladiator Scene That Nearly Killed Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe had stunt doubles on Gladiator, but one scene had him up close and personal with danger. -
Horror Film Soft & Quiet Was Inspired By A Real-Life Viral Moment
Beth de Araújo's white supremacist horror movie Soft & Quiet was inspired by a highly-discussed viral video from 2020. -
The Only Major Actors Still Alive From Mork & Mindy
Several members of the Mork & Mindy cast (including the beloved Robin Williams) have sadly passed away. However, one of the main stars is still alive today. -
You Probably Forgot Matthew Perry Was On Another Classic Sitcom Before Friends
Before he was on Friends, Matthew Perry had a brief but memorable role on the sitcom Growing Pains. Learn all about the part right here. -
The Only Major Actors Still Alive From The Original Superman Movie
Sadly, over the years, several members of the 1978 Superman movie cast have passed away. However, there are a select few still living to this day. -
George Lucas' First Screening Of The Star Wars Trailer Was A Total Flop
An early screening of a trailer for Star Wars left several viewers and friends of George Lucas cold, but we all know how things turned out in the end. -
The Correct Order To Watch The Saw Franchise
The Saw franchise is famously jagged and complex, often jumping back and forth in time, so what's the best way to watch the films? We investigate. -
The Only Major Actors Still Alive From 1979's The Amityville Horror
The original 1979 film version of The Amityville Horror boasts an exceptional cast, several members of which are still alive and thriving to this day. -
The Correct Order To Watch All Of M. Night Shyamalan's Movies
What a twist! These are the M. Night Shyamalan movies in order, all the way up to this latest work, Knock at the Cabin. -
The Only Major Actors Still Alive From Mama's Family
Several members of the Mama's Family cast are still alive today, but not all of them remain active when it comes to their careers in Hollywood. -
Is Kevin Smith's Tusk 2 Still Happening? Or Are We Done With Justin Long As A Human Walrus?
Kevin Smith's Tusk shocked audiences silly when it came out back in 2014, but is there enough fan buzz and studio interest for a Tusk 2? Let's find out. -
Saw 3 Ending Explained: Carrying On The Jigsaw Legacy
Do you want to play a game? Read this Saw 3 ending explainer before you fall in a vat of acid! Okay, that won't happen, but you should still read this. -
Relic Ending Explained: Beware The Black Spot
A family curse is more allegorical than literal in the chilling ending of 2020 psychological horror film Relic. -
Run Rabbit Run Ending Explained: More Questions Than Answers
Let's get spoilery and talk about the ending of the psychological thriller Run Rabbit Run which stars Sarah Snook and is now streaming on Netflix. -
Hidden Ending Explained: The Darker Side Of Human Nature
Before they created Stranger Things, the Duffer Brothers directed the subversive horror movie Hidden. Here's what its ending really means. -
One Red Flag At The Start Of I Love Lucy Became Its Downfall
Lucille Ball & Desi Arnaz's marriage was on rocky ground before they started working together on I Love Lucy, a fact that eventually lead to the series end. -
Which Animated Disney Movie Has The Most Songs? The Answer May Surprise You
Disney movie songs became a huge deal during the Disney Renaissance, but the animated film with the most songs came out long before that era in Disney history. -
One Of E.T.'s Most Honest Lines Was Improvised By A 6-Year-Old Drew Barrymore
Drew Barrymore once thought E.T. was real. When she made an observation about the alien, Steven Spielberg included her improvised line in his classic film. -
The One Barbie Line That Immediately Sold Kate McKinnon On The Movie
Unfortunately, the Weird Barbie line that convinced Kate McKinnon to join the Barbie cast was cut from the final version. Thankfully, we still know what it was. -
Room And Girl In The Basement Share A Horrifying True Story
The Lifetime original Girl in the Basement is based on the true story of Josef and Elisabeth Fritzl, which also partly inspired the Oscar-winning film Room. -
Heath Ledger's Joker Voice Simultaneously Scared & Impressed Christopher Nolan
Christopher Nolan commented that the scary voice and line deliver Heath Ledger used in his now-legendary Joker performance was 'always a surprise.' -
One Mission: Impossible 2 Stunt Could've Cost Tom Cruise His Eye
For one terrifying Mission: Impossible 2 scene, a real knife was pointed only inches away from Tom Cruise's real eye, and that could've gone very wrong. -
Prepping For Barbie Put Simu Liu Through A Lot Of Pain
Simu Liu's Ken transformation for Barbie included painfully waxing every last strand of body hair. -
One Mission: Impossible – Fallout Prop Meant The Difference Between Life And Death
Tom Cruise regularly risks his life for our entertainment on Mission: Impossible films. Thankfully, there are safety teams in place to make sure all is well. -
Why Hayao Miyazaki's How Do You Live Released With No Trailers
It what can be technically described as a real 'baller move,' Studio Ghibli master Hayao Miyazaki released How Do You Live with almost no marketing.
