45 controversial films that sparked bans, protests, and national debate

Stacker researched films that provoked national controversy, highlighting 45 of the most significant along with their IMDb user rating and Metascore.
PRIMETIMER

Enchanted ending explained: Why doesn’t Edward’s true love kiss work on Giselle?

Enchanted ending explained as Giselle chooses Robert, Edward’s true love kiss fails, and Narissa’s dragon twist reveals how ...
American Songwriter

Paul Stanley Originally Wrote This Song for KISS Before It Was Recorded by Ronnie Spector, Cher, and Desmond Child

"Love on a Rooftop" made its way onto Ronnie Spector's album, and also featured former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick.

Oscars Shock as Category Ends in a Tie for First Time in 14 Years: “I’m Not Joking”

The 2026 Oscar for best live-action short film resulted in expectedly big drama Sunday night when the category resulted in a ...

2 Movies Win Best Live Action Short Film at 2026 Oscars in Rare Awards Show Tie

One category resulted in a rare tie at the 2026 Oscars. Two short films, The Singers and Two People Exchanging Saliva, both won awards for best live action short film at the 98th Academy Awards ...

The Staggering Number Of Brands Owned By Hershey

Famed for their iconic chocolates, you may not be aware of the conglomerate that the Hershey Company really is, including ...
Tom's Guide

5 best dark thriller movies to stream on Netflix this week

Movies 3 new to Netflix thriller movies to watch this week — and one of them is a Scorsese hit starring Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci (March 5-11) Netflix 5 best miniseries on Netflix to binge-watch ...
Digital Spy

"Extraordinary" legal thriller based on "shocking" true story is now streaming on the BBC

Dark Waters, the "extraordinary" legal thriller based on a "shocking" true story, is now streaming on the BBC. Directed by Todd Haynes, the film stars Mark Ruffalo as corporate defence lawyer Robert ...