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Ben Protheroe

Movie and TV Lists Shift Writer

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About Ben Protheroe

Ben is a freelance writer from the UK with a Master's degree in Screenwriting. He has written in a variety of genres and his short films have been featured in film festivals in both the UK and the USA. When he is not writing or at the cinema he enjoys playing soccer, traveling, and reading. He lives in London.

Latest Articles

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10 Movies With Absurdly Huge Casts That Unfortunately Weren’t Worth It

Movies with huge ensemble casts can be incredibly immersive, but they can just as easily be bloated messes which lack a clarity of purpose.

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12 Biopics That Needed To Be Longer

Some historical figures and celebrities need more than a single movie to tell their story faithfully, and their biopics don’t dig deep enough.

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10 TV Shows That Changed So Much They Became Unrecognizable

All TV shows are bound to change a little if they are on for many years, but some take more drastic departures than others, for better or worse.

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10 Great War Movies That Had Jaw-Dropping Practical Effects

Some of the best war movies of all time prefer practical effects over CGI. This creates a more authentic sense of danger and chaos in battle scenes.

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10 “Trust Me, It Gets Better” TV Shows That You Shouldn’t Give Up On Too Easily

Some TV shows can take a little while to get going. It can be tempting to give up on them, but sticking it out can be extremely rewarding.

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12 Best Modern Sitcoms That Redefined The Genre

Some of the best sitcoms of recent years are helping to tear up the rulebook, and their revolutionary approaches are good news for comedy fans.

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15 Recent Movies That Flew Under Your Radar & Must Be Revisited

Some movies don’t get the attention they deserve when they are first released, but these brilliant hidden gems deserve much bigger audiences.

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15 Hardest Movies To Watch More Than Once

Whether they’re too disturbing, too stressful, or just too depressing, some movies, even excellent movies, can be very difficult to return to.

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12 TV Shows That Ended In 2023 That Will Remain Popular For Years To Come

Some great TV shows unfortunately ended in 2023, but audiences will still love them for years to come. They won’t lose their appeal for a long time.

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10 Movie Franchises Where The Highest-Grossing Film Isn’t The Best One

Although quality correlates with box office success most of the time, some beloved franchises have some unexpected movies occupying top spot.

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15 Movies You Can’t Help But Watch On TV Whenever They’re On

Some movies are so good that people will drop everything they are doing if they are being played on TV, and cable channels are well aware of this.

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15 Terrific Comedy Movies That Make You Think “They Don’t Make Them Like This Anymore”

Pure comedy movies are falling out of fashion in Hollywood. Some hilarious classics probably wouldn’t even get made if they were pitched today.

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15 Standalone Movies That Actually Have Great Sequel Potential

Not all great standalone movies should automatically have sequels, but some interesting concepts and popular characters deserve a second outing.

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10 Hardest 1980s Movies That Actually Came Out In The 1980s

1980s movies tend to be seen collectively and grouped together more than other decades. The quintessential 80s movies all share a common style.

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10 Recent Animated Movies That Really Push The Animation Genre Forward

Most animated movies share similar visual styles, but some recent hits have helped expand the limits of animation with fresh, creative visions.

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12 Movies Everyone May Say Is The Best Of All Time Whenever They’re Asked

Film is a subjective art form, so it’s impossible to select the best movie of all time. But certain classics are sure to always get a mention.

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It’s Difficult Not To Feel Happy After Watching These 12 Movies

The best feel-good movies use humor and heart to leave their audiences smiling. These uplifting classics are a guaranteed good time for all ages.

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10 Great Characters That Were Never Given Names In Their Movies

Some iconic movie characters never reveal their names, and this mystery only adds to their popularity. Unnamed characters are always eye-catching.

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Larry David’s 10 Greatest Enemies On Curb Your Enthusiasm, Ranked

Larry David’s adherence to an obscure set of rules makes him a lot of enemies in Curb Your Enthusiasm, and some rivalries refuse to die.

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10 Most Exciting Things To Expect From The Fall Guy

Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt are teaming up for David Leitch’s new action thriller The Fall Guy, and there are plenty of reasons to be excited.

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