Zhanna Slor

Zhanna Slor was born in Ukraine and moved to the Midwest in the early 1990s. She is the author of two novels: At the End of the World, Turn Left, which was called “elegant and authentic” by NPR and named by Booklist as one of the “Top Ten Crime Debuts” of 2021, and the domestic thriller Breakfall (April 2023).

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EIGHT CRAZY NIGHTS, from left: Benjamin, Jennifer, Davey Stone, Whitey Duvall, Eleanor, 2002,

Here comes Hanukkah: 6 Movies to Kick off ‘Eight Crazy Nights’

Happy Hanukkah!

American diplomat Henry Kissinger and actress Jill St. John attend a party at the Bistro in Hollywood, California, circa 1970.

Henry Kissinger: West Wing Playboy, or Overworked Diplomat?

Henry Kissinger, who died on Nov. 29 at the age of 100, made a name for himself as a diplomat and politician who served as the US Secretary of State and was the national security advisor under Richard Nixon and Gerald Ford.

THE BIG LEBOWSKI, Jeff Bridges, Steve Buscemi, John Goodman, 1998,

Millennial Movie Review: ‘The Big Lebowski’

35 years later does “The Dude” really still abide in this cult classic?

TERMS OF ENDEARMENT, Debra Winger, Shirley MacLaine, 1983

Monday Millennial Movie Review: ‘Terms of Endearment’

‘Terms of Endearment’ turns 40 — how does it hold up for a first-time viewing?

FRIENDS, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Courteney Cox, Matthew Perry, Jennifer Aniston, 'The One With The Late Thanksgiving', (Season 10, epis. #226), 1994-2004,

Did Chandler on ‘Friends’ Really Hate Thanksgiving?

Matthew Perry’s beloved goofball ‘Friends’ character Chandler was not a fan of this gluttonous holiday.

LOS ANGELES - 1978: Country singer Dolly Parton poses for a portrait session in 1978 in Los Angeles, California.

Dolly Parton Shares Her Life Story With Clothing in New Book

One of the most widely acclaimed and recognized country performers of all time, Dolly Parton might be just as well known for her fashion choices as her voice, and her new book is a treat for both music fans and fashionistas.

THE PRINCESS BRIDE, Cary Elwes, Robin Wright, 1987.

Monday Millennial Movie Review: The Princess Bride

As you wish!

H.R. PUFNSTUF, Billie Hayes as Witchiepoo, (1969), 1969-70.

Double Double Toil & Trouble: Some of Hollywood’s Best Witches

With Halloween coming up shortly, we’ve got witches on the brain, so here’s just a short list of the best onscreen witches.

1988's Beetlejuice had the honor being the first DVD Netflix shipped, in March 1998

Beetlejuice

Celebrate Halloween With Weekend Marathon of Beetlejuice!

THE SMURFS, (1981), 1981-90.

‘The Smurfs’ Turn 65 & We Look At Their Lasting Impact on Pop Culture

The little blue woodland creatures have been around since 1958!

American actor Mickey Rooney and his first wife American actress Ava Gardner (1922 - 1990) shortly before their wedding, January 1942.

The Many Wives of Film Star Mickey Rooney

The ‘Girl Crazy’ actor had 8 wives total, some with controversy and one recently died.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 13: Audible Brings New Audible Original Series “Slayers: A Buffyverse Story” to Life with “The Slayers Society” Activation at NYCC at Javits Center on October 13, 2023 in New York City.

Spike & Drusilla Return in New Audible Buffyverse Series ‘Slayers’

Audible is bringing back some of the most beloved characters from the show for a new story told entirely in audio form. 

CASINO, director Martin Scorsese, Robert De Niro on set, 1995,

Roundup of Scorsese’s Best Films in Honor of New Movie’s Weekend Release

The new Martin Scorsese film ‘Killers of the Flower Moon,’ starring Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio, is out this week.

GREMLINS, Zach Galligan, 1984, reading in bed with Gizmo

Millennial Movie Review: Watching the Cult Classic ‘Gremlins’ For The First Time

Campy horror flick about tiny gremlins leaves many questions. Plus will there be a sequel?

MALEFICENT, Angelina Jolie as Maleficent, 2014.

From Ursula to Maleficent: Which Witch Is the Best Disney Witch?

Celebrate spooky season and 100 years of Disney with these Disney witches!

NATIONAL LAMPOON'S ANIMAL HOUSE, (from left): John Belushi, Tim Matheson on-set, 1978. © Universal P

Tim Matheson Talks ‘West Wing,’ ‘Animal House’ & More!

Tim Matheson talks about his most memorable roles on ‘West Wing’ and in ‘Animal House.’

Swedish actress Kristina Wayborn, is Magda, poses for a portrait during the filming of the 1983 James Bond spy movie, Octopussy in the United Kingdom, October 1982.

Bond Girl Kristina Wayborn Talks Roger Moore (& More!) on ‘Octopussy’ 40th Anniversary

We caught up with the Swedish actress at the Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention.

BARNEY MILLER, Hal Linden, Max Gail, 1975-82

Reunited Hal Linden & Max Gail Talk ‘Barney Miller’ at Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Con

The TV buds talk about the beloved 1970s comedy ‘Barney Miller’.

Mid Atlantic Nostalgia Convention Celebrities 2023

Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention 2023 Off To Great Start!

Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention has something for every fan!

JAWS, scene, Susan Backlinie, 1975

‘Jaws’ Actress Susan Backlinie on the Film’s Iconic Opening Scene

The former stuntwoman and actress talks the opening scene of ‘Jaws.’

RED DAWN, 1984, © MGM / Courtesy: Everett Collection

‘Back to the U.S.S.R’ Quiz! How Well Do You Know These Fictional Communists?

References to secret agents, spies and all-around Russian bad guys have peppered American films and shows for decades. How well do you know your fictional commies?

THE PRICE IS RIGHT, Bob Barker (host), 1972-

How Well Do You Know ‘The Price Is Right?’

How long did Bob Barker host? Test your knowledge!

Portrait of British rock and blues guitarist Bernie Marsden in the band Alaska, London, United Kingdom, 1984.

Bernie Marsden, Original Guitarist of Rock Band Whitesnake, Dies at 72

The “Here I Go Again” co-writer passed away on Thursday, Aug. 24.

WATERBOY, Henry Winkler, Adam Sandler, 1998, football team

Go Back to School With Adam Sandler & New Animated Film ‘Leo’ Plus His Classic Hits!

In addition to the forthcoming film ‘You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah,’ a family affair that costars his daughters and his wife, Sandler is also the cowriter of the new animated musical comedy, ‘Leo,’ which comes out November 21.

THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS 3-D, 2006,

New Book Tells The Inside Story of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

Jack Skellington and ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ celebrates 30 years.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 13: Brian Austin Green at BuzzFeed's

Talking Reboots & Robots With ‘90210’s’ Brian Austin Green

Catching up with ‘90210’ star Brian Austin Green about his new reality show, the scare of AI and much more!

SPLENDOR IN THE GRASS, Natalie Wood, 1962

Remembering the Beautiful Hollywood Screen Icon, Natalie Wood

The actress would be 85 today (July 20) if not for her untimely death.

THE UNTOUCHABLES, from left: director Brian De Palma, composer Ennio Morricone, 1987.

The Greatest Westerns Composer You May Have Never Heard Of: Ennio Morricone

Italian composer and Grammy Hall of Famer Ennio Morricone died three years ago today, on July 6, 2020.

Bert Gordon ('The Mad Russian'), Ella Mae Morse, 1945

Hollywood Scandals That Would Not Be Scandals Today

Standards have changed for what makes for shocking news. Here are some odd Hollywood scandals from the 20th century!

Big Fish town of Spectre

‘Big Fish’ Prop House Burns Down After Lightning Strike

Tim Burton created an entire town to film the hit 2003 film ‘Big Fish,’ and over the weekend a prop house burned down.