A lion at the movie
In Baltimore, Maryland, it is not legal to take a lion to the movies.
Ancient crystal skulls
It is claimed that 13 ancient crystal skulls have been found with mysterious properties.
The Mitchell-Hedges family loaned the skull to Hewlett-Packard Laboratories for extensive study in 1970. Art restorer Frank Dorland oversaw the testing at the Santa Clara, California, computer equipment manufacturer, a leading facility for crystal research. The HP examinations yielded some startling results.
Researchers found that the skull had been carved against the natural axis of the crystal. Modern crystal sculptors always take into account the axis, or orientation of the crystal's molecular symmetry, because if they carve "against the grain," the piece is bound to shatter -- even with the use of lasers and other high-tech cutting methods.
To compound the strangeness, HP could find no microscopic scratches on the crystal which would indicate it had been carved with metal instruments. Dorland's best hypothesis for the skull's construction is that it was roughly hewn out with diamonds, and then the detail work was meticulously done with a gentle solution of silicon sand and water. The exhausting job -- assuming it could possibly be done in this way -- would have required man-hours adding up to 300 years to complete.
Note: 5/08, crystal skulls find themselves in the lates Indiana Jones movie!
Nickelodeon
the first movie theaters were called nickelodeons
What was the best picture in 1993?
"Unforgiven" a western directed by and starring Clint Eastwood won the 1993 Academy Award for Best Picture
What were the best movies of 1998?
The 1998 Golden Globe award for Best Picture went to "Saving Private Ryan" beating out favorites such as "Shakespeare in Love" (voted Best Picture in the Academy Awards), "Life is beautiful," & "There's something about Mary"
Which country produces the most movies each year?
India's film industries, including Bollywood, produce more movies each year than any other country, often well over 1,500 films annually.
What famous sports movie starred a Golden Retriever?
A Golden Retriever named Buddy starred in the 1997 movie "Air Bud" as a dog who plays basketball. Before that he appeared as Comet on the TV sitcom "Full House."
How did Rin Tin Tin become famous?
Rin Tin Tin was a German Shepherd puppy rescued from a bombed-out kennel in France during WWI by American soldier Lee Duncan. He became one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the 1920s, and his movies helped make the breed hugely popular in the US.
What breed is the cat owned by Bond villain Blofeld?
The James Bond villain Ernst Stavro Blofeld is famous for stroking a white Persian cat, which became a pop culture symbol of the evil mastermind.
Which Disney movie featured two Siamese cats?
Disney's 1955 film "Lady and the Tramp" featured two Siamese cats, Si and Am, and their song was later criticized for relying on ethnic stereotypes.
Which breed played Mr. Bigglesworth in the Austin Powers sequels?
Dr. Evil's hairless cat, Mr. Bigglesworth, in the Austin Powers sequels was played by a Sphynx cat named Ted Nude-gent.
Who is Jiro Ono?
Jiro Ono is a famous Tokyo sushi chef who became world-famous through the 2011 documentary "Jiro Dreams of Sushi."
Which famous movie car was a Volkswagen Beetle?
Herbie, the star of Disney's 1968 movie "The Love Bug," is a Volkswagen Beetle.
Which movie made the Ford Mustang famous for car chases?
The 1968 movie "Bullitt," starring Steve McQueen, made the Mustang famous with one of the greatest car chases in film history.
Which Ford Mustang starred in "Gone in 60 Seconds"?
"Eleanor," the Mustang from "Gone in 60 Seconds," is one of the most famous movie cars.
What happened to the Arecibo telescope?
The giant Arecibo radio telescope in Puerto Rico, featured in movies like "GoldenEye," collapsed in 2020 after its support cables failed.
When was "The Simpsons Movie" released?
"The Simpsons Movie" was released in 2007.
What was "M*A*S*H" based on?
The "M*A*S*H" TV series was based on Robert Altman's 1970 film, which was adapted from a novel by Richard Hooker.
Who was the only main actor from the "M*A*S*H" movie to play the same role on TV?
Gary Burghoff, who played Radar, was the only main actor to play the same role in both the "M*A*S*H" movie and TV series.
What is "KPop Demon Hunters"?
"KPop Demon Hunters," a 2025 animated Netflix film, became Netflix's most-watched movie, and its song "Golden" reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
What are Dollar Babies?
Stephen King lets student filmmakers adapt some of his short stories for just $1, and the films are called "Dollar Babies."
Does Stephen King appear in his movies?
Stephen King has made cameo appearances in film adaptations of his books.
Which famous movie is based on a Stephen King novella?
"The Shawshank Redemption" is based on a Stephen King novella.
Which classic sci-fi movie used a theremin?
Bernard Herrmann's score for the 1951 sci-fi movie "The Day the Earth Stood Still" famously used the theremin to create an otherworldly sound.
Which Oscar-winning score featured a theremin?
Miklós Rózsa's Oscar-winning score for Alfred Hitchcock's 1945 film "Spellbound" featured the theremin.
Where have you heard a waterphone?
The waterphone is often used in horror and sci-fi film soundtracks.
Has the musical saw been used in movies?
The musical saw has been used in film scores, including the French film "Delicatessen."
Was the jaw harp used in Western movies?
The jaw harp was used in Ennio Morricone's Western film scores.
Did Dalí work with Alfred Hitchcock?
Salvador Dalí designed a dream sequence for Alfred Hitchcock's film "Spellbound."
How did "Finding Nemo" affect clownfish?
"Finding Nemo" increased demand for clownfish as pets.
Was Indra Devi an actress?
Indra Devi acted in Indian films.
Which filmmaker promotes Transcendental Meditation?
Filmmaker David Lynch started a foundation that promotes Transcendental Meditation.
What was the MIT Blackjack Team?
The MIT Blackjack Team used card counting to win money from casinos, inspiring the book "Bringing Down the House" and the movie "21."
What movie is about Alan Turing?
The 2014 movie "The Imitation Game" is about Alan Turing.
What movie is about Ramanujan?
The 2015 movie "The Man Who Knew Infinity" is about Srinivasa Ramanujan.
Which movie star climbed the Burj Khalifa?
Tom Cruise climbed the outside of the Burj Khalifa for "Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol."
Did the movie "Interstellar" contribute to science?
The black hole visuals created for the movie "Interstellar" led to a published scientific paper.
Which famous movie used Timberline Lodge?
Mount Hood's Timberline Lodge, built in the 1930s, appeared as the exterior of the hotel in "The Shining."
Which movie featured Haystack Rock?
Haystack Rock appears in the 1985 movie "The Goonies."
What is Goonies Day?
Astoria celebrates Goonies Day on June 7, the anniversary of the movie's release.
Was "Kindergarten Cop" filmed in Astoria?
The movie "Kindergarten Cop" was filmed in Astoria.