Fairies, elves, gnomes, and goblins: Little tricksters from around the world
For thousands of years, ideas of small and mystical humanoid creatures that weave in and out of our world (and theirs) have been prominent in the mythos and folk religions of cultures around the world. Many of these creatures have gone through drastic evolutions and devolutions as the larger, centralized religions of the world have exercised their influence, either demonizing or glorifying these beings of folklore as they see fit. Seen sometimes as mischievous tricksters, benevolent helpers of humanity, or simply unconcerned with the world of the humans, many of these creatures have nonetheless endured throughout the centuries and remain prominent today in modern pop culture, storytelling, and superstition. Intrigued? Read on to learn all about mystical tricksters, from elves to goblins.
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The 30 most stylish films of all time
Sometimes when you're watching a film, you get a feeling that there's something much greater at work than just characters and a plot line, and there's a reason why some films persist in history, and others are lost to the past. Films are about telling a visual story, and the script only comprises the bare bones of it. The cinematography, costumes, set design, and mode of storytelling, however, are what shapes and accessorizes a film—they make up the style. From the old classics to the new favorites, check out 30 of the best-dressed films you have to watch.
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