People in horror films are usually quite stupid- they practically walk into the killer’s arms and ask to be bludgeoned to death. If you ever find yourself caught in a horror movie, keep the following tips in mind-

1. Keep Checking

If a man with a mask is chasing you and you are lucky enough to get into your car in time, take some time to turn around and run your eyes over the back seat. Then do it again- just to be sure. Also, if you have a feeling that somebody is hiding in the boot, find a sharp enough weapon to puncture it because what’s the point of opening it normally?

2. Hide

If you are hiding under the bed or in a closet, try not to keep peeking through the cracks every two minutes. Once you are sure that the killer has left the building, you should check your surroundings carefully and run your hand over the ground.

3. Run

If you cannot find a knife and you are sure that your lipstick will not work, run as fast as you can. Do not be silly enough to think that you will outrun the monster, though. No matter how fast you run on the treadmill in the gym and even if the monster is only strolling towards you, it will catch up with you sooner than you think. But still- keep running.

4. Don’t Be Excessively Brave

If you walk by a deserted building whose entrance is smeared with blood and you hear somebody crying out, do not take it upon yourself to save them. You will get killed.

5. Stay Away From the Undead

Sometimes pets and family members come back from the dead in horror movies. If you own such a pet or are knew the relative, don’t even think of going towards them. They won’t really care who you are as long as you have some meat on your bones that they can chew on.

6. Use Your Head

If your friend has never sat through the Latin or French classes with you but suddenly starts speaking in the language and you happen to be in a haunted house, kill them without thinking twice. They are either possessed or dead already so you are only doing them a favor.

7. Pack Your Bags

If the door starts opening and closing by itself after dark or if the piano keys start chiming when nobody is around, do not start using logic to explain it all away. The house is haunted- you need to leave, unless of course you don’t mind sharing the house with these spirits.

8. Move Around in Numbers

If you and your friends decide to spend the night in the woods or an isolated area and you feel the need to walk off by yourself- don’t. Always take three or more friends with you wherever you go because there is always comfort in numbers- unless of course 60 monsters decide to come after you.

9. Use a Weapon

You are seriously delusional if you think that you will be able to defend yourself against a killer or a monster without a weapon.

10. Be Sure That It’s Dead

If you manage to decapitate the killer or the monster, don’t walk away without checking twice. Shoot at it as many times as you can and then run. It will be too clichéd if you think you’ve killed it but it comes up behind you and throws you off the cliff.

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Here is our unique list of the largest cinema halls across the US. Because these cinema halls are large, they are also very comfortable. The auditoriums are largest, the concession stands are large- even their restrooms are large!

1. AMC Empire 25

This cinema hall is among the largest in Manhattan. The exterior of the theater is flashy and merges with the bright and glamorous surroundings. AMC Empire 25 has about 25 screens and showcases all the popular movies as and when they release. The seating is extremely comfortable, even for those who sit in the front row.

2. AMC Loews Kips Bay 15

AMC Loews Kips Bay 15 is not only among the largest but also one of the most beautiful movie theaters. The lobby of the cinema hall resembles that of a palace and the murals on the wall are movie-themed and absolutely stunning. It showcases a wide variety of movies and is extremely spacious. However, it has been noticed that it tends to get very quiet, which is why people tend to avoid it.

3. AMC Lincoln Square 13

This cinema hall has murals of those New York cinemas that existed in the past and therefore, makes the entire experience very nostalgic. Unlike other movie halls which assign numbers to each auditorium, this cinema hall allots cinema namesakes and the main lobby has been designed with a retro theme. This cinema hall is among the most comfortable and modern cinema halls.

4. BAM Rose Cinemas

The BAM Rose cinema hall was founded in 1998 and its structure and architecture is similar to that of an opera hall. The entryway is vast and the ceilings are extremely high. What’s more, even the wooden banisters are massive! This movie theater is extremely popular amongst actors, screenwriters and directors.

5. City Cinemas Angelika Film Center

The Angelika Film Center showcases some of the best and most popular independent films in the United States. The main lobby is large and holds the Angelika Café which is beautiful and trendy.

6. Film Forum

Film Forum was founded in 1970 and showcases independent films as well including American classics and other foreign selections. This cinema hall provides memberships to regular movie goers which allow them to get cheaper tickets. The concession stand is unique and stocks up on some of the best food you will ever find.

7. IFC Center

The IFC Center was opened in 2005 in place of the Waverly Theater. It showcases excellent classics during the weekends as well as “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at midnight. This cinema hall is extremely popular and offers plenty of legroom for tall movie-buffs!

8. Landmark’s Sunshine Cinema

Formerly known as the Houston Hippodrome, it was reopened in 2001. It showcases artsy films and holds a number of events through the year. The concession stand is large and includes unusual snacks like apple cinnamon pretzels and gourmet jelly beans. The seat is comfortable and said to be much better than the Angelika.

9. Regal Union Square Stadium 14

This cinema hall is nothing if not state of the art and has extremely comfortable stadium seating. It is located at a convenient spot in Manhattan which is what makes it so popular. This movie theater has over 12 screens which showcase all the major blockbuster and mainstream films. Even though this theater gets slightly crowded sometimes, it is definitely recommended.

10. Radio City Music Hall

The Radio City Music Hall is located in New York City and is the largest cinema hall even though it has only 1 screen. It is an extremely popular landmark in the city and stretches across 12 acres of land.

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It is often believed and been proven that movie sequels are never as good as the first movie in the series. But there are many which have proven this adage to be wrong.  Here is our list of the best and most successful movie sequels of all times.

1.    James Bond Series
22 Films so far
Ian Fleming never visualized that his hero of MI5 would become such an enduring icon. Played by such diverse performers as Sean Connery, Roger Moore, Pierce Brosnan and Daniel Craig, James Bond has continued to enthral the masses with his dramatic escapades and his beautiful heroines. These films have been the highest grossing film series ever.

2.    The Godfather
The Godfather – The Godfather Part I – The Godfather Part II
Though the second and third films of this sequel did not achieve the immortality of the first film starring Marlon Brando, yet all three films were box office hits. The Godfather (the first film) has frequently been rated as one of the best films ever made. The films cover the life story of the Corleone family and have superlatives performances from star such as Marlon Brando, Robert De Niro and Al Pacino .

3.    Batman Series
Batman Begins – Batman Returns – The Dark Knight
Many Batman movies have been made, but this trilogy  are ones which have made a worldwide impact. Dark Knight has been one of the biggest grosser of this decade, and the dark brooding tone of the films, seems to have set the tone for superhero films for the coming years.

4.    Star Wars Series
6 Films so far
Any talk about movie sequels is incomplete without the Star Wars trilogy. Darth Vader, Yoda and The Force have become legends, and each film has gone on to become an enduring science fiction classic. They have now become a pop culture phenomenon and have spawned a further trilogy of the series, released sixteen years after the first one.

5.    Harry Potter series
6 Films so far
21st Century’s most popular series, it has been among the highest grossing sequels. Based on the very popular books by J.K.Rowling, every film in this sequel has been eagerly awaited and watched by children and adults alike. So far six of the books have been converted into excellent films.

6.    Rocky Series
Rocky  –  Rocky  -  Rocky II – Rocky III  –  Rocky IV  –  Rocky V  –  Rocky Balboa
All six of these films starred Sylvester Stallone, and overall they grossed over $ 1 billion worldwide. The first film is still revered as a classic and it was the cornerstone of Stallone’s very successful career.

7.    Lord of the Rings
Fellowship of the Ring – Two Towers – Return of the King
J.R.R.Tolkein’s three volume series have been converted into excellent films by Peter Jackson.  Critically acclaimed and hugely successful, the films have surpassed the fame of the books, and have achieved cult status among moviegoers.

8.    The Bourne Series
The Bourne Identity – The Bourne Supremacy – The Bourne Ultimatum
These films are a trilogy of spy films, starring Matt Damon as Jason Bourne, a character created by Robert Ludlum. The films are renowned for their realistic portrayal of the spy game and their emphasis on characters and storyline, rather than on action.

9.    Pirates of the Caribbean
The Curse of the Black Pearl – Dead Man’s Chest – At World’s End
Originally the Pirates were just part of a Disneyland Theme Park Ride, but after their phenomenal success as a movie series they have spawned a whole series of spin-offs. Quirky and funny, they use mythology and villainy with a whole host of strange characters, to make highly entertaining movies.

10.    Before Sunrise – Before Sunset
These two films follow the lives of two young people from the day they first met and spent just 24 hours with each other, to the sequel when they meet again after nine years. Touching, evocative and heart warming, both the films deal with emotional issues such as love and romance and separation.

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Most Top -10 lists are subjective in nature – choices are dependent on the writer’s environment and biases. Film Directors from all over the world have been included in this list, but there may be some who are well-known in their country, but have not achieved International fame.

1.    Federico Fellini – one of the most revered and influential film directors of our century, Fellini combined dreams and desires and fantasy in his films, and gave us such unforgettable films as La Dolce Vita among others. A gifted caricaturist, often his drawings and films drew inspiration from each other.

2.    Satyajit Ray – Regarded by many as India’s greatest film director, Satyajit Ray was a prodigiously talented man. He was a writer of children’s stories, a painter, a graphic designer and film critic. His first film Pather Panchali won him various International awards and acclaim. He directed, scripted, casted, cinematographed and did the publicity for all his films himself.

3.    Steven Spielberg – Listed by many as the most influential and powerful figure in the motion picture industry, Spielberg’s films have covered variable themes and genres. Ranging from Sci-fi and adventure films in the initial stages, he has gone on to cover subjects such as slavery, Holocaust and war and terrorism. One of the most successful film makers of all times, his films have broken box-office records frequently.

4.    Alfred Hitchcock – there is probably no other film director who has mastered the field of suspense and psychological thrillers like Alfred Hitchcock. In a career spanning 60 years, he has directed films like Psycho, Vertigo, The Man Who Knew Too Much. He was a pioneer in the use of various camera sequences, and there were many who learnt a lot from his style of direction.

5.    Cecil B DeMille – in the genre of vast canvases and flamboyance, there were few who could match Cecil B.DeMille’s vision. Spectacular set pieces were his trademark and his filming of the parting of the Red Sea in “the Ten Commandments” was one such example. He had his finger on the pulse of the audience and he gave them such great films such as the Greatest Show on Earth, Samson and Delilah, among others.

6.    Ingmar Bergman – Woody Allen described him as “the greatest film artist”, he made films about the human condition and covered all aspects of their lives. Most of his films were set in his country of Sweden and dealt with bleak subjects such as death and despair and insanity. His films such as Winter Light, Persona, Cries and Whispers “depressed” even him, but showed an amazing insight into the workings of the human mind.

7.    Akira Kurosowa – Japan’s finest director, his films have enthralled and entertained audiences all over the world. From “Rashomon” to “The Dreams”, his perfectionist techniques, and his dictatorial direction style made him a unique filmmaker. He was considered to be a National Treasure in Japan, and to this day his films have been the guiding light for other Asian film directors

8.    Francis Ford Coppola – To talk of films and not add the Godfather series to the list would be sacrilegious. Coppola directed both of them and received critical acclaim and box office success simultaneously. Lately after “Apocalypse now” he has not figured in any renowned films, but he has already been inscribed in the annals of great directors.

9.    Charlie Chaplin – The little tramp won his way into our hearts as an actor, but he was also the finest filmmaker during the time of silent films. He directed scripted, produced and also scored the music of all his films. Even today, almost 100 years later, his films are considered classics and a joy to watch.

10.    Jean Renoir -  A highly underestimated film director when he first starting making films, today Renoir is believed to be one of the classic film-maker of all times. His complex portrayals in films such as’La Regle du jeu’’, and La Grande Illusion, left a profound effect on the audiences.

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