Tres Dean

Tres Dean's work has appeared on Looper, IGN, Uproxx, and Paste Magazine. As a comic creator he wrote Joey Ryan: Big in Japan and is the co-creator of Dodger and Kill the Drug War. His interests include leather jackets, aviator sunglasses, walking away from explosions in slow motion, and katanas.

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5 Best And 5 Worst Things About The Predator

The Predator is built from that sturdy old Predator DNA, but it's very much a mixed bag. There's a lot to like, including a stellar cast, but plenty of untapped potential too. With that in mind, we're gearing up and taking a look at the five best — and five worst — things about The Predator.

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Trilogies Ruined By One Movie

Plenty of franchises go straight downhill after the opening chapter; what's even worse, though, is a trilogy that's held back from perfection by a single entry. It's maddening for fans of the story being told, and more often than not, it denies fans the story structure or resolution they desire.

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2018 Movies You Have To See In Theaters

Plenty of films are just fine to take in for the first time on your home theater or portable device of choice, but every year brings a new crowd of releases that really need the big screen to be truly appreciated, and 2018 is no different.

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Movies That Singlehandedly Revived Franchises

With the right director, the right cast, and the right vision, it's possible to bring a franchise back from obscurity and make it a can't-miss series again.

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What Solo's Failure Means For The Future Of Star Wars

In the aftermath of Solo's theatrical run, it's hard not to wonder where the franchise goes from here.

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5 Best And 5 Worst Things About Ant-Man And The Wasp

There's a lot to like in the film, but it's definitely not without its flaws, so we're here to take a look at what worked...and what might have worked a little better. These are the five best and five worst things about Ant-Man and the Wasp.

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5 Best And 5 Worst DCEU Characters

These are the five best and five worst characters in the DCEU.

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5 Best And 5 Worst Things About Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom is full of thrills sure to satisfy longtime fans of the franchise, but it certainly isn't without its imperfections. For every high there's a low to match, and anyone expecting the best film of the franchise may want to temper their expectations.

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5 Best And 5 Worst Star Wars Characters

It isn't easy to narrow them down, but after taking a long, hard look at that galaxy far, far away, here are our picks for the five best and five worst Star Wars characters.

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Why We're Worried About True Detective Season 3

Between on-set shakeups and plot details that feel just a bit too familiar, here's why it's reasonable to be worried about True Detective season three.

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The Least Memorable Number One Movies Of All Time

We've taken a long look at the hits that failed to leave any sort of significant cultural impression, all in the name of bringing you the least memorable Number One movies of all time.

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Iconic Movie Scenes That Were Nearly Impossible To Capture

The more intricate the scene, the more challenges arise, which makes it more impressive when you think how some of the most thrilling scenes came together.

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5 Best And 5 Worst Things About Solo: A Star Wars Story

Buckle up for hyperspace — there are going to be plenty of spoilers ahead as we take a deep dive into the five best and five worst things about Solo: A Star Wars Story.

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The Most Confusing Christopher Nolan Movies Explained

Filmmakers like Christopher Nolan don't come around too often. It's not the characters in Christopher Nolan's films that are complicated but the techniques he uses to tell their stories. Nolan's filmography is littered with confusing moments, so here are the explanations.

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What You Need To Know Before You See Ant-Man And The Wasp

If you're feeling a little left out of the loop as Ant-Man and the Wasp arrives in theaters, don't worry — we've got you covered with every bit of background info it'll take to follow along with the sequel.

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Confusing Moments In Avengers: Infinity War Explained

There are story beats in Infinity War that reference moments from MCU films, including some that even come down to a single line of dialogue from a character.

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The Most Frustrating TV Finales Ever Made

To put years of time into watching a story, only to have it stumble at the last moment, can make the whole show feel like a waste of time. From controversial conclusions to all-out storytelling disasters, these episodes rank among the most frustrating TV finales ever made.

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The Untold Truth Of Captain Marvel

When a character has been around for this long, there are bound to be some unexplored or unknown corners to their history, even for longtime fans.

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Avengers: Infinity War's 5 Best And 5 Worst Things

Avengers: Infinity War is a funny, action-packed, and bittersweet romp that pulls off the ambitious balancing act it set out to accomplish—but it isn't perfect.

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The Untold Truth Of The Eternals

The Eternals are a fascinating corner of Marvel's tapestry and full of bizarre history and intriguing mystery. This is the untold truth of the Eternals.

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Small Details In The Venom Trailer You Might've Missed

Amid the explosions, alien symbiote attacks, and sinister narration, there are many details in the Venom trailer that might go unnoticed to the untrained eye.

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The Untold Truth Of Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson

Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is huge, both literally and figuratively. There are few working actors more recognizable today, and his brand is solid gold.

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How Insidious Changed Horror Movies And No One Noticed

Insidious elevated mainstream horror in the eyes of viewers and quietly changed the modern genre entirely, but it was so subtle about doing so you may have failed to even notice it happened.

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How The Cast Got Ripped For Avengers: Infinity War And Endgame

We took a look at the fitness regimens employed by your favorite Marvel stars, including the diets and workouts they used for to the big showdown with Thanos.

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The Untold Truth Of Thanos

Even Marvel diehards may not know all the ins and outs of this supervillain's colorful history. This is the untold truth of Thanos.

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Superhero Performances That Are Practically Flawless

It takes a truly special actor doing genuinely stellar work to stand out from the rest — but these superhero movie performances are practically flawless.

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The Best TV Seasons Of All Time

Even during this age in which a new great TV show seems to premiere every couple of weeks, there are a few clear standouts.

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