INFOGRAPHIC: 99 Insanely Interesting Gambling Movie Facts You Probably Didn't Know

It’s safe to say that a gambling movie falls under its own genre. The tension and thrill of gambling with real money transfers, carried over to the silver screen, generating a unique excitement and an emotional roller coaster. Gambling is a topic that covers a broad range of themes, from happiness and success to shock and sadness. The world of gambling and casinos brings many different and unique stories, presented by a variety of styles that will meet even the highest movie expectations. Some movies make use of the glam and sophistication of the gambling world, while others will take you to its dark and ‘action-packed' side.

Column, Editorial, Infographic, LIST, SPECIAL, Social MediaDon ShanahanJuly 1, 2020Comment

INFOGRAPHIC QUIZ: Junkyard Quiz of Iconic Film and TV Cars

Enjoy this game from our friends at LeasingOptionsUK! Click and drag with your mouse around the junkyard and find car parts from iconic film and TV cars. Click on a car part to select it and submit your answers. Press the “End Quiz” button at any time to view your final score. Hit the RULES button to learn more or press PLAY to begin the game.

2020, Column, Infographic, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanJune 25, 2020Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: 6 Classic Bond Car Chases: Where Was He Really Going?

In the early James Bond movies, a technique known as rear window projection, or “driving a desk” was used to show a scene in the background of a stationary car (normally in a studio) to make it appear as though the car is in the middle of a high-speed car chase. This was due to the fact there were many places that it was practically impossible to take a full film crew, such as Times Square or other busy urban areas, due to the costs and restrictions in place at the time.

2020, Column, Editorial, Home Media, Infographic, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanJune 24, 2020Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: The Evolution of Autonomous Cars On-Screen

Self-driving cars are becoming a more realistic prospect with each passing year as companies from the traditional (Toyota, Audi and BMW) to the more disruptive (Tesla, Google and Uber) race to be the first to produce an intelligent vehicle that can get you from A to B without you needing to lift a finger. There's a financial incentive for this urgency to be number one. The global market for autonomous vehicles is projected to be valued at $615 billion by 2026. So, it's no surprise this tech has captured the imagination of Hollywood since the swinging sixties. On-screen automation has been portrayed through predictions of future technology, supernatural forces, or partnerships with people working on the real deal. This has meant there's been no shortage of iconic self-driving cars on-screen.

2020, Column, Editorial, Essay, GUEST EDITORIAL, Infographic, LIST, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanJune 24, 2020Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: The Scariest Basements in Movies and TV

In horror films and TV shows, we’ve seen how basements have been the location of some truly scream-worthy scenes. We’ve watched as owners use their basements for horrible things. Sometimes the basement itself is evil. Other times, the basement has a paranormal problem like a portal to another world. In the real world, the scariest thing in your basement is probably unresolved foundation problems. However, in movies and on television, we’re usually scared of something else. Let’s review the scariest basements and crawl spaces in movies and television.

2020, Column, Editorial, GUEST EDITORIAL, Home Media, LIST, Infographic, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanApril 27, 2020Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: Battle Of The Credits: Video Games v Movies

Casino Kings counted thousands of video game and movie titles to see if it now requires more people to create a triple-A video game than a blockbuster movie, and the role microtransactions have potentially played in the growth of the gaming industry. The video game industry now attracts A-list talent to star in its games, such as Norman Reedus in Death Stranding and Keanu Reeves in the soon to be released futuristic RPG Cyberpunk 2077. Along with these famous names, a triple-A game now requires a team of thousands of developers, designers and programmers all working together over many months to make sure their latest iteration is on shelves in time for release day.

2019, Column, Editorial, Infographic, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanDecember 2, 2019Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: Pricing Up Pop Culture’s Most Beloved Cars

Ever wanted to get behind the wheel of your favorite pop culture car? Maybe you think you could handle the Batmobile or take on a high-speed chase, Fast and Furious style. The Moneyshake blog looked at auction listings and sales to see how much movie memorabilia motors really sell for. Check out the huge prices of eight popular film and TV cars below and compare them with what you could’ve bought instead.

2019, Column, Editorial, Infographic, LIST, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanDecember 2, 2019Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: The films of Sigourney Weaver

Folks, please welcome back John Rooney. He is an illustrator from Ireland. My website has published two of John’s previous career caricature sketches, one for Nicolas Cage last year and another for Bill Murray this past summer. His collected sketches are outstanding and The results of range I am happy to promote his work. This time, John Rooney artistically chronicles Sigourney Weaver! His phenomenal work is worth sharing below and a his art is available for sale on Etsy!

Infographic, LIST, Social Media, SPECIAL, 2019Don ShanahanNovember 23, 2019Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: How Franchises Make Their Money

Casino Kings recently analyzed the world’s highest grossing media franchises that started out as cartoons, films, comic books, video games and other forms of media to find out how they make their money. Scroll through this gallery slideshow of infographics to find out which revenue streams generate the most money forthese famous franchises.

2019, Column, Editorial, Infographic, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanNovember 4, 2019Movie FranchisesComment

INFOGRAPHIC QUIZ: Reckon You Know Movie Cars?

The fine folks at Select Car Leasing have chosen 10 of the of the most iconic TV cars and put them through our unique virtual wind tunnel. When you’re first presented with one of our 10 cars, you’ll be asked which car you’re looking at. The catch? – the car will be invisible. Your clue to guess the car is the outline of the smoke sweeping across the screen. When you select your answer, the car in the wind tunnel will then appear to let you know if you have made the correct choice.

2019, Column, Editorial, Infographic, SPECIAL, Social MediaDon ShanahanNovember 4, 2019Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: 9 Lessons We Can Learn on Risk-Taking From Stunt Drivers

The average moviegoer may not know that even stunt drivers have their limits when it comes to risk. For some, this threshold is fire, while for others it could be heights. Knowing when to take risks and when to play it safe is all about knowing your limits. While these fascinating car stunts look great on the big screen, risky driving has serious consequences in the real world. However, taking measured risks in other life situations — like your career — may lead to personal growth and success. We looked to famous stunt drivers and action films to find examples of how risk-taking can be rewarding in the right situation — but never on the road.

2019, Column, Editorial, Infographic, Social Media, SPECIALDon ShanahanOctober 5, 2019Comment

INFOGRAPHIC: Landmarks Destroyed by Movie Monsters

There’s something so visceral and alluring about the spectacle of it. And it’s that spectacle that Hollywood loves to create for the silver screen over and over again. These monumental destructions then most likely feature in all of the marketing materials too, as there is such an appeal to it. On this theme, Vibrant Doors made these travel posters from landmarks destroyed by movie monsters in a vintage, retro style and I’ve featured them here for you to check out!

2019, Column, Editorial, Home Media, Infographic, Social MediaDon ShanahanOctober 5, 2019Comment