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About Carlos T. Lopes

Portuguese versatile filmmaker and creative with international experience with short-films, documentaries, video and writing. With an MA in Directing at MetFilm School London, his passion for film is enhanced by writing and researching about big quality film productions.

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How Harry Potter Survived Voldemort's Second Killing Curse

Harry Potter survived Voldemort's first killing attempt as a baby, but how did he survive the Dark Lord's second killing curse in Deathly Hallows?

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How Did Voldemort Meet Nagini in Harry Potter?

In the Harry Potter franchise, Nagini the snake is one of Voldemort's closest followers. But how exactly did they meet in the Wizarding World?

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Comparing Beau Is Afraid to Lord of the Rings Isn't That Far-fetched

Ari Aster compares his latest film, Beau is Afraid, to a Jewish version of The Lord of the Rings. It's an odd comparison but not that implausible.

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Peter Pan's Original Story Is Wondrously Darker Than Disney's

Peter Pan is part of an imaginary ensemble of characters that became iconic through Disney, but his origins are surprisingly somber.

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Vermithor vs. Vhagar: Which Dragon Is Bigger?

Vermithor and Vhagar are the strongest dragons on House of the Dragon, and major players in the upcoming Dance of the Dragons. But which is bigger?

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Why Will Smith's Hancock 2 Was Never Made

Hancock had the promise of a superhero franchise, but despite its modest box-office success, Hancock 2 was never made. Here’s why.

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The Last of Us: What Is the Song in Episode 3's Heartbreaking Death Scene?

The Last of Us' third episode features a heartbreaking death scene with an equally moving music track -- and it may sound familiar to some viewers.

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Oliver Stone's Alexander Went From Terrible to Great - Without Anyone Noticing

When Alexander was first released, it flopped. But, in a quiet home release, Oliver Stone turned his passion project into an epic, ultimate version.

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Jack Ryan Season 3 Echoes The Hunt for Red October

Jack Ryan Season 3 ends on Prime Video with a storyline similar to when Tom Clancy's hero made his film debut in The Hunt for Red October.

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The Last of Us' Fungus Is Real - and It Inspired the Game's Creation

The global infection seen in HBO's The Last of Us' stems from a real-life fungus that inspired Naughty Dog's Neil Druckmann to make the video game.

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Wait, How Did Nagini Impersonate Bathilda Bagshot in Harry Potter?

In Harry Potter, Harry and Hermione fall into Voldemort’s trap with Nagini disguised as Bathilda Bagshot. But how does a snake impersonate a witch?

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Beau Is Afraid Trailer Brings Ari Aster's Style Into New Horror Territory

Ari Aster changed the horror genre with his previous films Hereditary and Midsommar. Now, with Beau Is Afraid, he’s set to do it once again.

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A Death on the Nile Sequel Will Completely Change the Franchise

Death on the Nile was a box-office disappointment, but according to its filmmakers, the third Agatha Christie adaptation will be much different.

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Strange World's Biggest Twist Pulls From Classic Mythology

Disney’s Strange World is an adventure of epic proportions that draws from classic mythology to touch on today’s most pressing matters.

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House of the Dragon: Is Daemon Targaryen a Villain?

Daemon Targaryen is one of the most interesting characters on House of the Dragon. An argument can be made about his villainous qualities.

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Barbie's Trailer Pays Homage to One of Stanley Kubrick's Greatest Achievements

With an out-of-the-box teaser trailer, Greta Gerwig presents the first look at Barbie while homaging Stanley Kubrick’s iconic achievement.

Tick, Tick… Boom! Ignores One Key Fact About Jonathan Larson’s Life 1
Tick, Tick… Boom! Ignores One Key Fact About Jonathan Larson’s Life

Tick, Tick…Boom! is a magnificent film about Jonathan Larson, but it fails to mention one important fact about the late composer.

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Everything Everywhere All at Once's Stephanie Hsu Is a Major Nomination Snub

Everything Everywhere All at Once saw Jamie Lee Curtis nominated for Best Supporting Actress, but the Golden Globes forgot about Stephanie Hsu.

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The MCU Can't Afford for Namor to End up Like the Hulk

Namor deserves a stand-alone project, but without the studios settling property rights, he may end up like Hulk. The MCU can’t afford that.

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Indiana Jones Deserves a Logan-Like Ending - and James Mangold Can Deliver

James Mangold was applauded for helming the last chapter of Wolverine’s journey in Logan. Now he is set to do the same with Indiana Jones 5.

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