The Exorcist
People throwing up in the aisles and fleeing the theater, a radical increase in psychiatric visits, and a renewed fascination with the demonic were all scenarios that manifested from the 1973 film, The Exorcist. Known as the occult film that opened the door for the...
Charmed
One of the most popular and successful shows to air on television was WB’s Charmed. The show revolved around three sisters who did weekly battle with demons, cast spells, perform rituals, learn magic, conjure spirits, recite incantations and dive into the...
Steven Spielberg
Frequently given the nod as the most esteemed director in Hollywood is the acclaimed Steven Spielberg, who has created household names out of E.T., Close Encounters, Jaws, and Jurassic Park. His movies span the entire realm of storytelling, from The Color Purple to...
The Columbine Effect
In the latter half of the 20th century, the United States and the Soviet Union squared off as enemies in a massive arms race that subsequently plunged the world into what has become known as the “Cold War”. However, in the 21st century, the Cold War is no longer...