A Brief History of Brendan Fraser and Ke Huy Quan’s Relationship
And their returns to the big screen. Read More
March 11, 2023
Brief History
Brief History is a column that tells you all you need to know about your favorite — and not so favorite — pop culture topics. It is currently written weekly by Will DiGravio.
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A Brief History of the Search for the Next James Bond
It's a question that emerges every few years, but now it's time for an answer. Read More
October 6, 2021
A Brief History of Will Smith and the Academy Awards
After two nominations, a notable snub, and his comments during the #OscarsSoWhite movement, Smith might finally get his Oscar. Read More
October 2, 2021
A Brief History of Marcia Lucas’ Role in the Star Wars Universe
Marcia Lucas is responsible for some of the original 'Star Wars' trilogy's most iconic moments. She also hates the latest… Read More
September 24, 2021
A Brief History of Leonardo DiCaprio’s Environmental Activism
The actor's concern for the planet in 'Don't Look Up' is also found in his real-life activism. Read More
September 14, 2021
A Brief History of the Search for a New ‘Jeopardy!’ Host
The effort to replace Alex Trebek has become engulfed by controversy. Read More
August 26, 2021
A Brief History of New Hollywood Directors Making Musicals
With the release of 'West Side Story' later this year, Steven Spielberg is one of the last "Movie Brats" to… Read More
August 25, 2021
A Brief History of the Beef Between Martin Scorsese and Superhero Movies
James Gunn is the latest representative of Marvel to tangle with the cinema legend. Read More
August 11, 2021
A Brief History of Courteney Cox’s First Emmy Nomination for ‘Friends’
Courteney Cox is the only cast member never to be nominated for her work on the original show. Read More
August 4, 2021