Category: Culture of Pop
This is Hardwood and Hollywood's section for all things having to do with pop culture - movies, TV, music, interviews with celebrities, both traditional and modern, and comic books. Keep your eyes on our words as we keep our fingers on the pulse of pop culture!
Television
Best TV Couples of 2016
There were some fantastic romances on TV this year. Whether it was new couples getting together or established couples developing further, there was a lot to love about on-screen love. Here are my picks for...
Television
The Best TV Friendships of 2016
At the end of the day, it's great relationships that make great television. Creating those complex, endearing dynamics that hook audiences is no easy task. Here are my picks for the best TV friendships of...
Television
The Best LGBT TV Characters of 2016
2016 was a mixed bag for LGBT TV characters. There were plenty of complex characters and interesting storylines, but an unfortunate pattern of characters getting killed off. But, I'm focusing on the positive. Here are...
Television
The Best Animated TV Episodes of 2016
This year had a variety of excellent animated TV from adult sitcoms to children's fantasy shows to anime. Here are my choices for the best animated TV episodes of 2016. Also check out my choices...
Movies
Dominic Toretto Turns Against His Family in new 'The Fate of the Furious' Trailer
The Fate of the Furious is the eighth installment in The Fast and The Furious franchise. Returning cast members include Vin Diesel (Riddick), Michelle Rodriguez (Resident Evil), Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson (Ballers), Tyrese Gibson (Death...
Music
2016 Winner In Hip-Hop – Chance The Rapper
2016 might have been one of the more forgettable years in the big picture, but it was a phenomenal one for music. For Hip-Hop in particular it was another golden year as has been the...
Television
The Best Marvel TV Characters of the Year
Marvel expanded its television repertoire this year with the addition of Luke Cage while its other shows kept going strong. Here are my choices for the best Marvel TV characters of the year. Also be...
Movies
John Wick is Back in Action With Two New Trailers
John Wick: Chapter 2 is the upcoming sequel to the 2014 sleeper hit John Wick with Keanu Reeves returning as the titular character. The film also brings back Ian McShane (Game of Thrones), Thomas Sadowski...
Television
2016 Winner in WWE - Triple H
Image Courtesy of WWE.com Being 24 years old and a fan of professional wrestling can be difficult. Not only does it often feel like there is nothing that can be done that can surprise you...
Movies
'Manchester by the Sea' is Powerfully Tragic
Manchester by the Sea (Amazon Studios) Life can be devastating, and it can beat you to the ground and leave scars on you that feel fresh regardless of time. Manchester by the Sea tells the...
