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The Kings of Cinema's Cesspool: Cats, Battlefield Earth, and Other Unforgettable Movie Disasters

2025-03-13

This article explores some of cinema's most hated films and the actors behind them. Analyzing audience disapproval and the magnitude of disdain, it reveals that critically panned movies like Cats, Battlefield Earth, and Fifty Shades of Grey gained unexpected attention and discussion for their unique 'so bad it's good' quality. The article also examines Hollywood's current risk-averse strategies and how these contribute to a rise in one-star rated films. Ultimately, it concludes that in an era of content overload, even bad movies can avoid oblivion if they generate enough conversation.

The Science of Binge-Watching: How Many Episodes Before You Give Up?

2025-03-03

This article explores the optimal strategy for binge-watching: when to abandon a show. By analyzing IMDb ratings data, the author finds most shows require 6-7 episodes to reach their long-term average quality. However, long-running series typically decline in quality around seasons five or six. The author also analyzes the psychological biases involved in sticking with bad shows, using his own experience with *How I Met Your Mother* as a cautionary tale about the importance of cutting losses and avoiding disappointing finales.