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  The Bury Your Gays trope, Explained | Tragic Queer Cinema EPISODE 1

  From early cinema to modern television, we explore the controversial history of LGBTQIA representation in media, focusing on the harmful pattern of killing off queer characters. We'll examine how this trope evolved from censorship laws to contemporary storytelling, and why it continues to impact audiences today.

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• The Slasher Movie Final Girl: trope Explained!

  On this episode of troped, we'll be looking at the Final Girl archetype, its origins, and the most popular examples of it in pop culture.

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• Top 10 Heartwarming Found Family Stories

  Ohana means family - but not always the one you're born into! Join us as we count down our picks for the best stories about people who form families by choice, not blood. From adorable talking bears to misfit space criminals, these heartwarming tales show that sometimes your real family is the one you find along the way!

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• The Evolution of Movie Trailers | From Nostalgic VO to Spoilers & Trailerception

  Explore the fascinating history of movie trailers, from their humble beginnings to the modern-day blockbusters, and discover how they've become an art form in their own right, with iconic voices, epic music, and clever editing, and let us know your favorite or least favorite movie trailer trope in the comments.

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• The Queer-Coded Villain trope, Explained | Tragic Queer Cinema EPISODE 2

  From Classic Hollywood to Disney animations and horror films, we explore how cinema has historically portrayed villains with subtle queer characteristics. Join us as we examine the problematic history of queer-coding in antagonists, analyzing how these portrayals have shaped societal perceptions and reinforced harmful stereotypes.

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• Top 10 Anime Power Fantasies

  It's the cliche we can't get enough of. Join Ashley as we look over the anime that cater to the power fantasy trope

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• Top 10 Celeb Couples Who Went From Friends to Lovers

  These celebs went from friends to lovers. For this list, we’ll be looking at our favorite celebrity couples who embodied the friends-to-lovers trope IRL!

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• Top 10 Movie Karens

  If you don't know what a "Karen" is, consider yourself lucky. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most entitled, demanding, and obnoxious Karens in films.

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• The Most Powerful Video Game Boss Of All Time

  Boss battles are a tried and tested trope of video game design dating all the way back to the medium’s infancy in the mid-1970s.

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• Top 10 Movie Villains Who Killed The Heroes' Parents

  These baddies made it personal. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’ll be counting down our picks for the top 10 movie villains who killed the heroes’ parents. For this list, we’ll be looking at big screen antagonists that did away with one or both of the hero’s parents. We’ll be excluding animated movie villains, as they deserve a list of its own - but don’t worry, we’ll never forgive Scar either. Given the nature of the list, a spoiler warning is in effect. Our countdown includes villains from films such as “Scream” (1996), “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2” (2017) and “Batman” (1989). Who is YOUR favorite villain that killed the heroes' parents? Let us know in the comments!

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• Top 10 Enemies Turned Friends in TV

  These enemies turned friends in TV proved that any two people can bury the hatchet. We’re looking at TV rivals who later became friends. If some foes went a step further and became lovers, then sorry, they’re not on this particular list - but don't worry folks, they still have each other. MsMojo ranks the best enemies turned friends in TV. Who are your favorite enemies turned friends? Let us know in the comments!

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• Top 10 Good Boy/Bad Girl Movie Couples

  These men made a fatal mistake. For this list, we’re looking at big screen couples that personify the "good guys want bad girls" trope. While not necessarily angels, the guys are basically boy scouts next to these ladies. Spoilers will be kept to a minimum, but certain characters hide their true colors until the film's second half, so be prepared. Also, we’re using the term ‘couple’ loosely, meaning that the people involved don’t have to be in a relationship per se, but at least be potential love interests and/or share romantic chemistry.

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• Han Solo Movie Gets a Title! - The CineFiles Ep. 43

  The biggest news stories to come out of Hollywood this week are the titling of Han Solo's Star Wars spinoff movie, unleashing the new Black Panther Trailer, and what you need to know about Happy Death Day! WatchMojo presents The CineFiles, where we catch you up on the latest movie news!

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• Top 10 Superhero Clichés

  It’s a bird… it’s a plane… it’s... something most superheroes have in common! Welcome to WatchMojo.com and today we’ll be counting down our picks for the top 10 superhero clichés. For this list, we’ll be looking at the tropes, clichés, and other recurring elements that make up superhero stories. These will apply to stories of every medium. A few entries might enter spoiler territory, so tread with caution.

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• Top 10 Horror Movie Victim Types

  Clichés are used for a reason, and these character tropes have definitely made an appearance in your favourite horror movie! WatchMojo presents the Top 10 Types of Victims in Horror Movies! But what will take our top spot? The Promiscuous Girl, the Final Girl, or the unfortunate minority character who too often dies first? Watch to find out!

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