Max Spirenkov
School
Henry P. Becton Regional High School
Expertise
Classic And Contemporary Horror, War Films, Breaking Bad
- Max has a love of writing and finding outlets to express his thoughts on paper.
- He's binged just about every episode of Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul at least twice, if not thrice.
- Max considers himself to be a total history buff, and has a taste in film that reflects that. Titles like "Apollo 13," "12 years a Slave," and "All Quiet on the Western Front" are just a few of his favorites.
Experience
Max is a new writer on the scene, whose first taste of true writing has been at Looper. Since then, he's authored dozens of articles and had the opportunity to broaden his own knowledge of pop culture. He hopes to continue doing so for the foreseeable future, and to continue down the exciting journey that is professional writing.
Education
Max is a graduate of Henry P. Becton Regional High School, where he first discovered a fondness for writing.
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Stories By Max Spirenkov
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Sometimes, TV drama can spill into behind-the-scenes scraps as well. We take a look at some of the stars who got into real physical fights on set.
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Although all these films scored impressive grosses in their theatrical runs, one distinction eluded them: none of them ever hit the top of the box office chart.
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Most film fans know there will often be a reward if you stay right to the very end. "e take a look at all the major post-credits scenes of 2023.
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The characters in "Alice in Borderland" are forced to play a series of games to survive, and many of their actions prove as dangerous as the games themselves.
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"The Big Bang Theory" was a massive success, but not everything the cast appeared in was a hit. Some movies were major box office bombs.
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Looking for some good flicks? Look no further than Netflix's 2023 originals. These are the best of the year so far, from rom-coms to thrillers.
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"6 Souls" has a lot going on, what with all the different personalities roaming around — here's the ending broken down to make it easier to follow.
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There's more to the Indiana Jones franchise than you probably think.
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Domo arigato, Mr. Roboto. We asked ChatGPT to name the 10 scariest movies, and the artificial intelligence chose "The Exorcist," "The Babadook" and more.
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These TV episodes did some serious heavy lifting.
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Though mass murders are common staples of many horror movies, these classic villainous favorites managed to pull off their scares without shedding any blood
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Fans of 2022's "All Quiet on the Western Front" will love these war movies that span generations and perspectives.
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These sci-fi films may have been box office bombs, but they managed to find their audience later on. We look back on how these movies became cult classics.
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While some monsters work better than others, scary dolls are sure to send chills down every audience's spines. Let's round up some of the most terrifying.
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Learning about American history though the romanticized lens of cinema sure beats not learning about it at all, so here are 12 films for fans of Emancipation.
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"Pearl" has earned itself high praise from just about everyone who's given it a try. Here are 10 movies like "Pearl" to watch next.
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If you were enchanted by the spooky storytelling and stunning visuals of "Coraline," you'll love these 12 movies like "Coraline" to watch this spooky season.
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Let's take a look back at some of the most memorable films and television shows that the cast of Ticket to Paradise have been in before.
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Sate your hunger for the upcoming Constantine sequel with these other films about Heaven, Hell, demons, and supernatural warriors.
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If you enjoyed Mark Wahlberg's "Father Stu," you owe it to yourself to check out "First Reformed," "Soul Surfer," "Leon Morin, Priest" and these other films.
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Strap on your boots, dust off your maps, and pack your bags, we're headed to where X marks the spot: the most underrated adventure films you need to watch.
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Find out which classics, underrated gems, and audience favorites make the list of the top fantasy movies of the 1980s.
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There are plenty of spooky movies to watch on Halloween, but few incorporate the holiday as well as the films on this list.
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The most beloved four-legged movie stars often come from humble beginnings. These animal actors made the leap from the shelter to the big screen.
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Some of the most memorable stories in history take place on the water, and movies are no exception. Here are some of the best films set aboard boats.
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It's hard to find someone out there who doesn't like The Goonies, so let's take a look at ten flicks that satisfy the adventure-loving spirit of every '80s kid.
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There are plenty of films that have opted to restrain their settings to a single room for most of the film. Here are the very best movies set in one room.