Shaurya Thakur

Shaurya Thakur is a Content Writer at First Curiosity, who, in his personal time, is writing the greatest "overcoming post-academic slump existential crises" story. His current obsessions are John Cassavetes and Jack Kerouac; musically, he belongs to Arctic Monkeys and Franz Ferdinand.

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Superhero Fatigue: Is The Moviegoing Audience Sick Of CGI-Infested Storytelling?

When Martin Scorsese referred to Marvel movies as "theme park rides," he faced the indignation of many die-hard fans who love superhero movies. The...

Celebrity

Why Quentin Tarantino Avoids Filming Intimate Scenes In His Movies?

Revenge is the dish best-served cold, and Quentin Tarantino is the best chef there is. Combining sensational action set-pieces with scintillating violence, Tarantino has...

TV Show

‘Yellowjackets’ Season 2: How Did Javi Survive In The Wilderness?

'Yellowjackets' episode 'Old Wounds' provided more shocking twists and turns and moments of television fold. But what everyone will talk about until the next...

TV Show

‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Season 5: Is Gordan Ford Based On A Real Person?

Historical dramas like 'The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel' do a fascinating job of lending their characters authenticity. Viewers often take the characters on the show...

TV Show

‘Ted Lasso’ Season 3: Is Coach Ted Lasso Getting Fired From AFC Richmond?

Since their defeat to Nate's West Ham United, all wind in AFC Richmond's sails is gone. Zava's goal streak isn't just doing it, and...

Celebrity

Top 10 Underrated Nicolas Cage Movies

Nicolas Cage has the rare gift of taking his performance to the extreme and having the courage to turn it inside out. Regardless of...

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In Which ‘Friends’ Episode Does Julia Roberts Appear?

Julia Roberts was at the peak of her stardom in the '90s. She started with films like 'Mystic Pizza' and 'Steel Magnolias.' But the...

NETFLIX

Is Netflix Series ‘The Valhalla Murders’ Based On A True Story?

'The Valhalla Murders' on Netflix should be your current true-crime obsession. Originally titled 'Brot,' it is a police procedural set in the Icelandic capital...

Celebrity

In Which ‘Friends’ Episode Does Bruce Willis Appear?

As John McClane from the 'Die Hard' franchise, Bruce Willis has enshrined himself as the most remembered and quotable pop culture figure. Since his...

TV Show

Is Robert Downey Jr.’s Series ‘The Sympathizer’ Based On A Book?

The post-MCU life is looking good for Robert Downey Jr. The 'Iron Man' star has teamed up with HBO and A24 for the television...

Celebrity

Who Is Riko Shibata, Nicolas Cage’s Wife?

Hollywood is an unforgiving place where marriages make or break all the time. It's normal for celebrities to go through many relationships and marriages...

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What Did Quentin Tarantino Do Before Getting His Start As A Filmmaker?

Not all artists make an impact on pop culture like Quentin Tarantino. Tarantino is among the greatest filmmakers ever, thanks to his signature rat-a-tat...