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Asher Luberto

Asher Luberto is a film critic and entertainment writer for L.A. Weekly and The Village Voice. His writing has appeared in NBC, FOX, MSN, Yahoo, Purewow, The Playlist, The Wrap and Los Angeles Review of Books.

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Movies

20 iconic murder mysteries everyone should watch at least once

With a sumptuous blend of tension, terror, gallows humor and drama, the following films make you want to play detective as the murders take place.

Touch grass: 20 awesome movies that take place mostly outdoors

Movies and nature might seem like complete opposites. Films are seen indoors, in the dark and on a digital canvas. But movies can be great examples of nature's beauty as well.

Sands of time: The most iconic films set in the desert

From the hazy, parched and barren morals of Lawrence of Arabia to the sunny, heroic battles of John Ford, these landscapes can say more than words ever could.

All the right moves: The most iconic movie dance scenes

With a mix of technique, choreography and more profound meaning, these scenes are a wonderful reminder of the power of cinema. 

50 iconic rom-coms everyone should see at least once

Falling in love with rom-coms is easy. All you need is some laughs, some romance, some likable characters, and some superb direction to fall head over heels with the genre.

20 iconic movies that are best watched with friends

Everyone loves watching movies with their friends, the communal experience of laughing at the same jokes, jumping at the same scares and commenting on the same characters.

Picture perfect: 20 movies with stunningly idyllic locations

Whether that be a war in space or a dazzling beach in Italy, movies are a wonderful way to travel somewhere different.

20 films that will make you question everything about reality

Movies have been playing games with our perspectives since the camera was invented. They make us question reality because we can get so invested with the story we forget we are actual human beings, sitting in a chair and not on screen with the characters.

Out of this world: 20 iconic films about space

Outer space and cinema have been linked since the art form was invented. A Trip to the Moon was made in 1902 and is widely considered the most influential film of its era.

20 director's cuts that are actually worth watching

These movie cuts are actually both valuable and entertaining in their own right.

Wallbangers: The 20 most iconic movie posters

Before you even know what a movie is about, you can get a vibe from the poster and decide whether or not you're interested in seeing it.

Happily ever after: The 20 greatest film fairytales

There are whimsical, wonderful, and wistful fantasies that can easily be classified as fairytales, and these are the best of those films.

The 20 best films about being a parent

Parenting can be challenging, but most parents wouldn't trade it for the galaxy--or a good night's sleep.

Like home: 20 feel-good comfort movies

Some of the best movies ever made are simply fun, pleasurable, and wonderful films that make you feel good while watching them.

20 awesome films with short runtimes that still pack a punch

As the title demonstrates, some of the most wonderful films are some of the shortest. Here are some short movies that pack a punch.

Big chill: 20 cold weather movies to get you through winter

These excellent titles may chill you to your core, some cozy, some rigid, but all are are icily effective.

20 things you must do on the French Riviera

When you're sitting on your couch and dreaming of vacation, you may very well be dreaming of the French Riviera. The place is a dream come true for travelers, explorers, swimmers, sun-bathers, and fans of art, food, and sunshine.

The 15 best restaurants in Florence, Italy

Work up an appetite, put away those guidebooks, and see what makes this region so special. 

Grand finales: The greatest movie endings

From jaw-dropping twists to romantic kisses, ambiguous freeze-frames to wonderful jokes, these movie conclusions stick with you long after the credits roll. All good movies must come to an end, but that doesn't mean they can't live on in your mind. 

20 movies that make you want to travel

Whether it's a turquoise ocean or a tranquil mountain range, you can enjoy views from your very own couch. So grab a cocktail, umbrella and beach towel, and get ready to enjoy some wonderful cinematic escapes.

The 20 most anticipated movies of the summer

Most people think of summer as sunshine, vacations and beach days, but there's more to summer than just relaxation. There's a bunch of movies coming to theaters that are worth watching.

The best of Netflix's original films

We've all spent hours scrolling through Netflix looking for something to watch, and sometimes it can feel like you're hacking your way through a dense, overgrown jungle with no end in sight. This list will give you a map on how to navigate that jungle — how to weed out the weeds and find luminous original titles on the platform.

The 20 things you must do in Sydney

Our list is here to show you just how wonderful Sydney truly is.

The 20 things you must do in Paris

Whether it's a charming cafe or a luminous museum, here are the tourist destinations worth lining up for. 

The 25 sexiest movies ever made

In our list of movies, we focus on titles that are actually great and ones that use their style as a way of adding more steam to the sauna. Here are 25 very hot films.