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In appreciation of the action thriller franchise that follows a deadly assassin who comes out of retirement to seek [highly justified] personal revenge. 

Wick... John Wick

John Wick Franchise

Since the first&nbsp;John Wick film was released in 2014, the franchise has captured audiences&#39; attention and revitalized the action movie genre.&nbsp;Perhaps most surprising of all -&nbsp;outside of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/action-movies-better-than-oscar-winners/nate-fisher" target="_blank">impressive action</a> itself -&nbsp;is the thorough world-building&nbsp;of the first&nbsp;two films. A visual style reminiscent of graphic novels&nbsp;mixed with an interesting mythology&nbsp;helps the franchise stand out as something more impactful than another over-edited action fest.

The production team clearly paid extensive&nbsp;attention&nbsp;to the films&#39; details,&nbsp;and&nbsp;this is evident when investigating&nbsp;many John Wick movie facts and theories. One potential - and surprisingly believable - theory&nbsp;claims&nbsp;the&nbsp;John Wick&nbsp;films are an adaptation of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/weirdest-greek-myths/laura-allan" target="_blank">Greek mythology</a>. The first film&#39;s elements&nbsp;reveal this connection, but those of the sequel,&nbsp;John Wick: Chapter 2, solidify it. Once the theory is laid out, few will deny&nbsp;John Wick is a Greek myth.

The 'John Wick' Series Is Actually An Adaptation Of Greek Mythology

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Reasons John Wick Is An Adaptation Of Greek Mythology

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Need a little guidance? Astrology can tell you everything you need to know about your life, from the perfect job for you to the kind of pet you need to the nail polish color that will make your life oh so very much better.

Guided by the Stars

Astrology

Getting a pet isn't a decision you should make on a whim. There are lots of factors to consider, like whether you have the time and resources to take care of an animal, if the people you live with are OK with an animal in the house, and what the best pets for your sign are. The movement of the stars&nbsp;influences everything&nbsp;from <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/nail-polish-for-your-zodiac-sign/jessika-gilbert" target="_blank">the nail polish you should wea</a>r to which <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/disney-princess-for-each-zodiac-sign/mariel-loveland" target="_blank">Disney princess's personality</a> matches up best with your sign, so it shouldn't come as a surprise the stars also help show you what your ideal pet according to your zodiac sign is.You may think you want a dog, but will a <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/dog-breed-for-each-zodiac-sign/natalie-jonah" target="_blank">pup fit in with your astrological personality</a>? Or maybe your sign is telling you to get an animal you wouldn't have even considered, like a snake. If you feel like you need an animal in your life, check out these zodiac sign pet matches.&nbsp;

Your Ideal Pet According To Your Zodiac Sign

Culture

Ever wonder how others see you when you're drunk? Sure, you may think you know how you handle your liquor, but do you really? Are&nbsp;you confident that you don't completely abandon&nbsp;the rigid confinements of social etiquette, self control, and personal inhibitions? Probably not.The zodiac&nbsp;can tell you <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/why-you-got-ghosted-by-zodiac-sign/elle-tharp" target="_blank">why you got ghosted</a> and whether you're the sloppy one that all the sober people avoid, though. Horoscopes are so multi-purpose!&nbsp;If you do end up being an aggressive or overly pushy drunk, your zodiac sign can even determine <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/drugs-according-to-zodiac-sign/rebecca-shortall" target="_blank">which drugs</a>&nbsp;you should avoid, as they'll only make you more obnoxious.

This Is What Type Of Drunk You Are, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Celestial Object

There&#39;s been plenty of debate as to the validity of zodiac signs &mdash;&nbsp;they&#39;ve been around for 5,000 years at least, so it doesn&#39;t look like the matter will be cleared up any time soon.&nbsp;Whether it be the human desire to define ones personality <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/creepy-zodiac-sign-traits/maggie-clendenin" target="_blank">traits</a>&nbsp;or divine predictions for your future, the astrological system is one we&#39;ve all thought about at one time or another. While most lists regarding these <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/weaknesses-according-to-zodiac/mariel-loveland" target="_blank">signs</a> tend toward the PG, here we have something a little raunchier.

What does your zodiac sign say about your sex style?&nbsp;How do you conduct yourself in the bedroom? If you&#39;re curious as to just how close these are to the real thing, take a look and compare. Even if you&#39;re skeptical, check out your sign and see if it matches the reality of your style in bed.

What Your Zodiac Sign Says About Your Sex Style

Artist <a href="http://www.suzieblake.com/" target="_blank">Suzie Blake</a> has paid tribute to the&nbsp;women who are constantly scrutinized in her exhibit at the Victorian College of the Arts in&nbsp;Melbourne, Australia.&nbsp;Society might not accept them, but these women are heroes and Blake recognizes that. In the piece,&nbsp;<a href="http://www.suzieblake.com/thewallofshamed/" target="_blank">Wall Of Shamed</a>, she invites any and all women to open up about their <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/sexism-stories-from-women-musicians/anncasano" target="_blank">experiences with sexism</a> and degradation.&nbsp;Knowing that it is often taboo to share one's <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/reactions-to-sexist-interview-questions/lisa-waugh" target="_blank">reactions to anti-feminism</a>, Blake&nbsp;put up the interactive display&nbsp;to express herself and to create a space where other women could&nbsp;do the same. The innovative creator encourages others to send their stories through her website, Instagram, or Twitter, using the &quot;wallofshame&quot; hashtag.&nbsp;Her piece does what most art cannot; it celebrates compassion and community and it's gone&nbsp;viral.

This Art Installation Displays Experiences Women And Girls Have Had Being Shamed

Artist Suzie Blake Pays Tribute to Women With Her Wall of Shamed

Victoria's Secret

What's it like to be a Victoria's Secret model? It's hard to imagine – after all, Victoria's Secret is basically the NFL&nbsp;of the modeling world. They are the big leagues. Their billboards, storefronts, and advertisements can be found all over the world. And thanks to their glitzy, televised fashion shows, many of their <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/where-are-90s-supermodels-now/anncasano" target="_blank">models</a>&nbsp;– dubbed &quot;Angels&quot; – are instantly recognizable to even the most casual of shoppers.Stories from Victoria's Secret Angels reveal just how much hard work goes into those struts down the catwalk. You may assume they were born with the perfect genes,&nbsp;but the daily life of a Victoria's Secret model actually involves rigorous exercise and carefully monitored diets. Those over-the-top runway shows aren't quite as glamorous as they look, either. Models' jobs often require them to be taped into their outfits, and they're coated in makeup from head to toe.While everyone no doubt has their preconceived notions of what it means to be a Victoria's Secret model, the truth may&nbsp;surprise you. The life of an Angel isn't always so heavenly.

What Life Is Really Like For A Victoria's Secret Model

Stars: they're just like us! Complicated!

Actors Acting Weird

Jared Leto

Jared Leto has <a href="/list/reasons-jared-leto-is-annoying/robert-wabash" target="_blank">built a reputation</a> for&nbsp;himself due to his bizarre and, more often than not, inappropriate behavior. Whether the wild but true rumors about Jared Leto stem&nbsp;from his <a href="/list/jared-leto-joker-method-acting/jakebaumgart" target="_blank">unacceptable on-set&nbsp;behavior,</a>&nbsp;a mishap at one of his&nbsp;concerts, or his day-to-day life, the musician-<a href="/list/best-jared-leto-characters/reference" target="_blank">actor</a>-director can&#39;t seem to avoid becoming caught up in&nbsp;ill-advised situations.&nbsp;

Here are a few of the most surprising&nbsp;things Jared Leto has done.&nbsp;

10 Surprising Facts About Jared Leto

Wild Jared Leto Rumors That Are Actually 100% True

Fun facts and wild trivia about our favorite ladies of the big & small screens.

The Life of an Actress

Helena Bonham Carter

You may know her as Bellatrix Lestrange, the Red Queen, or perhaps as Marla Singer. But one thing is certain, you know <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/helena-bonham-carter-movies-and-films-and-filmography/reference" target="_blank">Helena Bonham Carter</a>. Whether it was in Fight Club or Harry Potter, the gothic queen has burrowed a permanent place in the minds of audiences everywhere. Between her uniqueness and raw talent, she has remained one of the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/the-best-actresses-in-film-history" target="_blank">best actresses in Hollywood</a>&nbsp;who takes on some of the most peculiar roles.While you may know that the performer&nbsp;is nothing short of eccentric, there are still some charming facts about Helena Bonham Carter that may have flown under your radar. Here are some charming stories and factoids&nbsp;about Helena Bonham Carter that will give you a little insight in the wonderful and weird life of this Hollywood icon.&nbsp;

Weirdly Charming And Bizarre Things Most People Don't Know About Helena Bonham Carter

Lists and lists of the things that make each US State unique, from the weirdest laws to the most popular drinks and dog breeds to the shows residents are streaming most on Netflix.

This Is America

Films can make you fall in love with places you've never been.&nbsp;Even if you haven't stood at the feet of the Statute of Liberty, you've surely seen it a thousand times on the silver screen. Want to visit Hollywood? Just start any one of hundreds of <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-los-angeles-movies/ranker-film" target="_blank">movies about Los Angeles</a> or California. There are famous movies from every <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/best-state-nicknames/matthewcoleweiss" target="_blank">state</a>, whether they were actually filmed there or set there thanks to film magic.There are more than enough films out there to represent the entirety of the United States. The most famous movie&nbsp;in every&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/hilarious-photos-describing-american-states/anncasano" target="_blank">state</a>&nbsp;might become a source of pride for locals – or it might become something of an embarrassment. The best movies by state might be comedies, westerns, dramas, or even animated films. As for the greatest movies of all, that's for you to decide.Here are the best and most iconic films that each represent a state. Just know in advance, certain states had an unfair advantage.

Gone With The Wind Perfectly Captures Georgia's Beauty

What's The Most Famous Movie Set In Every State?

Film

Celebrating Bobby De Niro

Actresses

Every actor knows the pain of auditioning. It's a&nbsp;constant cycle of hope, fear, and inevitable rejection for even the most talented of stars. However, for some actors, there reaches a point where auditions are no longer necessary and we can hardly imagine anyone <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/stars-who-passed-on-iconic-hollywood-roles/marc-cuenco" target="_blank">turning them down for a part</a>.&nbsp;There are some roles that we so closely associate with an actor&nbsp;(James Bond, Indiana Jones, Iron Man) that they're now iconic, and it's nearly impossible to picture anyone else in the role.On the flip side, though, it&nbsp;may shock you that some&nbsp;actors who didn't get iconic roles went on to be big stars.&nbsp;These are examples of actors who didn't get the part. While normally the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebs-rare-audition-videos-famous-parts/robert-wabash" target="_blank">footage from auditions or screen tests</a>&nbsp;are hidden from the public (sometimes for good reason) there are a few gems to be found online. Here are&nbsp;some screen tests from actors almost...but not quite...cast in major Hollywood roles.&nbsp;

Screen Test Footage Of Actors Who Didn’t Get Iconic Roles

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Social Media: You're Connected

Entertainment

For most, social media is an opportunity to have a voice when you otherwise don't. For common folk, posting something while buzzed or reposting cute photos of animals is pretty standard. Celebrities, for the most part, have to use their social media accounts&nbsp;to maintain a brand and build a fan base, even if that means <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrities-who-have-fake-followers-on-social-media/jessica-defino" target="_blank">creating fake accounts to up their followings</a>. They cannot tell <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrity-social-media-lies/rebecca-shortall?var=10&amp;utm_expid=16418821-358.Sk1eDip9T8eLT3fHkSERJQ.1" target="_blank">even the smallest of white lies</a> or too strong of an opinion&nbsp;without receiving some sort of backlash.&nbsp;So what's a star to do when he wants to post on social media without abandon?&nbsp;He makes a&nbsp;fake, secret account, naturally.&nbsp;Stars who secretly post on social media do so for a variety of reasons: they want to keep up with friends, rate onion rings, or tweet after having a couple of drinks. Unfortunately for the stars, famous people with secret social media presences don't stay secret for too long. Luckily for us, we get to hear about these secret accounts and the hilarious reasons celebs use them.&nbsp;

Celebs Who Have Aced Hiding Their Secret Social Media Accounts

13 Celebrities Who Have Secret Social Media Accounts

Travel

Usually, when someone refers to a place as &quot;Hell on Earth,&quot; it's hyperbole, &nbsp;but if they live in Michigan, chances are they are being literal. If you ever wondered what Hell is like, you might <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/cities-i-want-to-visit?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">want to visit</a> the small town of Hell, Michigan.&nbsp;The <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/weird-american-small-towns/noah-henry" target="_blank">weird,&nbsp;eerily-named small town</a> is a real place – and it turns out it Hell is really nice. The townspeople have not only embraced its name, they've used it to milk a profit in every conceivable way.&nbsp;Here are a few funny stories about the unbelievable real town of Hell, Michigan.

Hell Is A Real Place And It's A Small Town In Michigan

Love him or hate him or just think he's a jackass with too much money, too big a forum, and surrounded by yes men, Kanye West ain't goin' nowhere for a while. Maybe just listen to what he has to say?

The Best of Yeezy 

Kanye West

Hollywood is full of bizarre celebrities, but perhaps the most wild and surreal of them all is <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/hanging-out-at-kanyes-house/anna-lindwasser" target="_blank">Kanye West</a>. From his attempt to destroy Taylor Swift on national television, to his publicity-fuelled marriage to&nbsp;Kim Kardashian, few others can&nbsp;match the self-described God of&nbsp;rap&#39;s&nbsp;steady stream of tabloid-worthy&nbsp;antics.&nbsp;

When famous people talk about&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/most-insane-kanye-west-quotes/joswo" target="_blank">Kanye West</a>, it&#39;s almost certain that some wild story&nbsp;about Kanye will follow.&nbsp;These are a few of the weirdest tales that stars&nbsp;have&nbsp;graced us with during Kanye&#39;s&nbsp;reign over the entertainment industry.&nbsp;

Celebrities Describe Their Weirdest Encounters With Kanye West

Think you've scoured every tabloid, gossip site, and imgur dump for rare celebrity pics? Well, don't shut down your device just yet.

Celeb Photos You've Never Seen

Celebrities

It&#39;s easy to view celebrities as if they&#39;re royalty, born into a lavish lifestyle and idolized by all from day one. That elegant image betrays the hard work that so many now famous individuals put in&nbsp;to gain their well-earned money and fame. If you look at <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrities-born-into-wealthy-families/celebrity-lists" target="_blank">rich celebrities</a>&nbsp;then and now, you&#39;ll find that they may have even had it harder than most.

Seeing broke celebs before they were rich can be a shocking thing, as money and fame come&nbsp;with many perks, including professional styling. But these wealthy people are more than just pretty faces - many of them have inspiring stories to share, too.&nbsp;Check out what rich people looked like when they were broke and try to stave off your jealousy of the wonder of being a millionaire.

What Broke Celebs Looked Like Before They Got Mega Rich

What Broke Celebrities Looked Like Before They Were Rich

Lists about The CW's hit teen drama that follows Archie, Jughead, Betty, Veronica, and the whole crew from the classic comics as they sleep together and solve mysteries and whatnot.

Riverdale

Archie Comics

Riverdale&nbsp;has become&nbsp;a TV&nbsp;phenomenon, filling a pervasive&nbsp;need for dramatic, high&nbsp;school-centric&nbsp;eye&nbsp;candy.&nbsp;Based on the classic&nbsp;Archie comics but updated&nbsp;in an darker style more aligned with Twin Peaks than its&nbsp;illustrated counterpart, the CW series has turned out to be a resounding success for its network.

Everyone&#39;s familiar with Archie&#39;s iconic red hair, but do you know how the rest of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/what-riverdale-actors-have-been-in/alexandra-plesa" target="_blank">Riverdale actors</a>&nbsp;originally looked as comic book characters?&nbsp;Even the comics themselves have changed and been updated over the years&nbsp;since, after all, they were first published in 1939.&nbsp;But aside from CW making everyone look <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/unbelievably-hot-teen-drama-characters/rebecca-shortall" target="_blank">finer than an average high schooler ever&nbsp;is&nbsp;in real life</a>,&nbsp;there are some interesting updates to the Riverdale version of Archie comics,&nbsp;and a few spots of perfect casting.

Check out this list of Riverdale actors lined up against&nbsp;their comic book characters and see how loyal to aesthetic The CW has been with their hot new series. And then make sure to check out these other <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/movies-other-tv-shows-like-riverdale/watchworthy" target="_blank">shows like&nbsp;Riverdale</a>!

Jughead Isn't The Only One Whose Looks Were Revamped

What The Riverdale Actors Look Like Vs How The Characters Look In The Comics

Fictional Character

Riverdale Actors Vs How They Actually Looked In The Comics

Most people have to work hard to make it by. But then there are the rich and famous – the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/hollywood_s-most-overpaid-actors/worlds-richest-people-lists" target="_blank">overpaid Hollywood actors</a>, the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/the-richest-americans-in-history/worlds-richest-people-lists" target="_blank">richest Americans</a>, and those born into wealth. It seems like it's all too easy to forget what it's like&nbsp;to live without enough money to buy a private island. These quotes from celebrities about their wealth are out of touch, to say the least.There are all too many crazy celeb quotes about being rich. Take Gwyneth Paltrow, who sneers at the thought of eating food out of cans. Or Paul McCartney, who quipped about writing songs purely for the cash. And then there are the ever-controversial Kardashian-Jenners; momager Kris has some eye-rolling thoughts on diamonds. These over the top things stars have said about wealth illustrate just how fame and money often go&nbsp;hand-in-hand with detachment from reality.Money can buy a lot, but as these&nbsp;quotes&nbsp;prove, it can't buy&nbsp;tact.

The Most Over The Top Quotes From Celebrities About Their Wealth

Hollywood is full of beautiful faces, some enhanced by unnatural means and others with just damn fine genetics – like the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/celebrities-younger-than-tom-cruise/mariel-loveland" target="_blank">ageless wonder, Tom Cruise</a>.&nbsp;You may think you know these famous men's ages&nbsp;but guess again. Some of your favorite tv stars, musicians, and silver screen actors may be older than&nbsp;you thought.&nbsp;Now try not the be too jealous of these male celebrities who are older than you expect. In an industry as cut-throat as entertainment, it helps to have a face that stands the test of time. See if you can guess these famous men's ages and be shocked when you discover the miracles of good lighting and make-up.&nbsp;Here is a list of celeb men who are way older than you think.

Celebrity Men Who Are Way Older Than You Think

16 Celebrity Men Who Are Way Older Than You Think

Lists about phobias: the things we're scared of and why we are afraid of them.

What Are You So Afraid Of?

Pop Culture

Everyone is afraid of something, whether it be spiders, snakes, or&nbsp;public speaking. Such fears are, however, quite common. Meanwhile there are a plethora of little-known phobias that make the lives of those who are unfortunate enough to have them absolute hell. The worst phobias are fears of things so common, avoiding them is near impossible. Then again, some of the <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/find-out-if-you-have-trypophobia-/brian-gilmore" target="_blank">scariest phobias</a> are ones almost everyone has to some degree. The very fears horror movies prey on over and over again.

The most disturbing&nbsp;phobias&nbsp;make&nbsp;day to day life nearly impossible for those afflicted. Certain things and situations others take&nbsp;for granted may be a frightening&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/find-out-if-you-have-bathophobia/brian-gilmore" target="_blank">trigger</a>&nbsp;to a phobia-riddled person,&nbsp;setting off a panic attack or keeping them from leaving their home. The next time you get nervous to speak in front of a crowd, just remember these lesser known phobias and count your blessings.

These Disturbing Phobias Make Life For Their Sufferers A Waking Nightmare

20 Disturbing Phobias That Make Life A Waking Nightmare

Before they were mega-stars, celebrities in every genre were just normal people trying to make their mark in the world. 

Before They Were Famous

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Celebrities are idolized not just for their talents and fame, but often for their physical appearance. How is it possible for mere humans to be so good looking? It&#39;s not all due to genes and access to top-notch dermatologists. Plenty of famously attractive celebrities were once pretty average looking - that is, before the Hollywood star-making machine went into overdrive.

Some of these hot celebrities before makeovers may surprise you. Their <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/most-extreme-actor-transformations-v2/mark" target="_blank">extreme transformations</a>&nbsp;took them from gawky nerds to dreamboats (looking at you, Calvin Harris), and from sweet goofballs to chiseled superheroes (hi, Chris Pratt!). Celebrity makeovers can be as simple as a new gym routine and a fresh haircut, or they can venture into the land of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/celebrities-most-likely-to-have-had-nose-jobs/mark" target="_blank">nose jobs</a> and extensive dental work. These celebrities before and after their big breaks might look like entirely different people.

When you have all the money one could need, a team at your back, and the benefit of great lighting, just about anybody can look like a star. So take this as a confidence booster: there are plenty of famous hot celebrities who were once less than perfect.

What Famously 'Hot' Celebrities Looked Like Before They Got Their Hollywood Makeovers

What Famously "Hot" Celebrities Looked Like Before They Got Their Hollywood Makeovers

Lists about all the versions of DC Comics's Batman to make it to the big screen, including Burton, Nolan, DCEU, and Lego adaptations.

Batman on the Big Screen

Looking at Christopher Nolan's gritty Batman trilogy.

The Dark Knight

It&#39;s a widely held opinion&nbsp;that&nbsp;The Dark Knight&nbsp;is the greatest <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/all-batman-movies-or-list-of-batman-movies" target="_blank">Batman movie</a> of all time.&nbsp;Many would take the sentiment further and say the film may be the&nbsp;very best superhero film ever made.&nbsp;However, time provides perspective, and there&#39;s an argument to be made&nbsp;that The Dark Knight is overrated. Sure, Heath Ledger&#39;s portrayal of the Joker will go down in history as one of the all-time great film performances, and rightfully so, but his exceptional performance masks the film&#39;s many problems.

All of Christopher Nolan&#39;s Batman films have merit in some form or&nbsp;another.&nbsp;The&nbsp;Dark Knight Rises is largely&nbsp;considered the weakest <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/dark-knight-trivia/coy-jandreau" target="_blank">of the three</a>, but it&#39;s worth revisiting the first two installments to compare&nbsp;them. If one takes a moment to truly consider the evidence, there&#39;s much to suggest that Batman Begins is better than The Dark Knight. Repeat viewings reveal that&nbsp;The Dark Knight features a number of often overlooked problems,&nbsp;whereas Batman Begins holds up among ALL Batman movies, not to mention grows better with age.

Upon re-examination, it can be argued that while The&nbsp;Dark Knight is no doubt the more popular film, <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/best-bts-photos-from-batman-begins/ranker-comics" target="_blank">Batman Begins</a> is a stronger all-around film and may be the most underrated Batman movie simply due to the success of its sequel. There are plenty of reasons to consider Batman Begins&nbsp;as the&nbsp;seminal film about the Caped Crusader, from its superior action to its more atmospheric <a href="https://www.ranker.com/list/what-city-inspired-gotham/eric-vega" target="_blank">depiction of Gotham City</a>. Here is a list of reasons why Batman Begins is actually superior to its&nbsp;sequel,&nbsp;The Dark Knight.&nbsp;

Why Batman Begins Is Better Than The Dark Knight

Exploring and ranking everything in HBO's epic fantasy series.

Game of Thrones

Viewers have spent a long time with the great <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-game-of-thrones-houses?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">houses of Westeros</a>, and it's fascinating to look at the <a href="http://www.ranker.com/crowdranked-list/best-game-of-thrones-characters" target="_blank">Game of Thrones characters</a> who've been around since the first season. True, it's a small group compared to the dozens-deep cast – Red Weddings and general brutality tend to pick off a lot of people.Some Game of Thrones characters in Season 1 look absurdly young compared to their appearances now. Just look at how much Bran has grown up, or how differently Daenerys carries herself now that she's a confident queen. And that's not to mention Drogon. Those cute little baby dragons didn't stay cute little babies for long.Keep in mind these photos compare characters who were in the first season and have appeared in the seventh. Many of the most popular characters on the show didn't arrive until later seasons, so don't freak out when <a class="edS-cl" href="https://www.ranker.com/list/davos-seaworth-interesting-trivia/lisa-waugh?ref=internalCrossLinking_keyword">the Onion Knight</a> doesn't appear (#TeamDavos). But this Game of Thrones character comparison still rounds up many of the beloved (or not so beloved) Starks, Lannisters, and Targaryens who make Sunday nights exciting. It turns out that surviving several seasons of betrayal, brutality, and fire-breathing dragons really changes&nbsp;you.

Game Of Thrones Characters Then And Now

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19 Popular Game Of Thrones Characters Then And Now

Whitewashing in film&nbsp;isn't anything new.&nbsp;In 1921, Italian-American&nbsp;Rudolph Valentino played an Arab in The Sheik. Three years after that,&nbsp;Douglas Fairbanks did the same in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Thief-Bagdad-Douglas-Fairbanks/dp/B00BRL8PI0/ref=tmm_aiv_swatch_1?_encoding=UTF8&amp;qid=&amp;sr=?&amp;tag=rankercom-20" target="_blank">The Thief of Baghdad</a>. Most movies that changed a character's race are entirely fictional, and while the systemic racism on display in this practice is intensely problematic, it's not nearly as heinous or brazen as when it happens in movies based on real events.&nbsp;Unfortunately, whitewashing <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/the-great-wall-matt-damon-china-movie-what-happened/rebecca-shortall" target="_blank">isn't as simple</a> as gut-reaction racism. Executives aren't making decisions like &quot;Oh the woman was&nbsp;half black? That won't do. Let's cast Angelina Jolie.&quot; Rather, movies that whitewashed characters are part of a <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/racism-kept-alive-post-civil-war/setareh-janda" target="_blank">complex, systemic problem</a>&nbsp;involving&nbsp;economics, history, and corporate practices that extend beyond the movie industry (don't forget, movie studios have parent companies). Whatever the reasons, the practice is distinctly American, and part of an industrial entertainment industry that has a <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/how-old-hollywood-studio-system-worked/lisa-waugh" target="_blank">long tradition</a>&nbsp;of <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/dark-movie-adaptation-omissions/hannah-collins" target="_blank">sanitizing</a>, whitewashing, and desexualizing history and culture in an effort to offend no one, and thereby reap the largest possible profits.&nbsp;&nbsp;

These Movies Based On True Stories Totally Changed The Real Peoples' Race

Movies Based On True Stories Where They Changed The Real Peoples' Race

Death

You know what sucks? Watching a movie or TV show when you already know a major plot point that was supposed to be a secret. You can blame a fair number of day-ruining reveals on&nbsp;actors&nbsp;who&nbsp;spoiled&nbsp;their&nbsp;<a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/most-shocking-tv-deaths/ranker-tv" target="_blank">character&nbsp;deaths</a>, but then, can you really blame the actor?&nbsp;Between talk shows, press tours, and social media, it's a shock&nbsp;any movie or show manages to keep a lid on spoilers. Especially when every interviewer and question seem&nbsp;intent on&nbsp;peeling away any and all mystery that an upcoming release may&nbsp;hold. Perhaps the real surprise is that there aren't more&nbsp;actors&nbsp;who&nbsp;ruined&nbsp;their&nbsp;character's&nbsp;death.On top of the press blitzes, you've got&nbsp;the Sherlock Holmes-level of sleuthing that occurs online to analyze the slightest of details in&nbsp;interviews, trailers, publicity stills, and set photos no one was supposed to see before a movie came out. To be fair, most actors who spoil <a href="http://www.ranker.com/list/saddest-animal-deaths-in-movies/katia-kleyman" target="_blank">death scenes</a> aren't doing so by revealing clues some obsessive blogger decodes; they just kind of spill the beans without really being prompted. But it's gotta be tiring to do multiple interviews every day for weeks or&nbsp;months, while traveling around&nbsp;the world. Something's bound to slip out at some point.&nbsp;Actors&nbsp;who&nbsp;spoiled&nbsp;their&nbsp;deaths need empathy more than ire.&nbsp;

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