The ignominious end of disco is popularly linked to Disco Demolition Night, an ill-advised promotional stunt for the Chicago White Sox that saw Chicago DJ Steve Dahl blow up a dumpster filled with disco records between games, sparking a riot from the hundreds of rock fans in attendance celebrating the event. But for a time, disco really was king, with the likes of Saturday Night Fever and its iconic, Bee-Gees-heavy soundtrack glorifying the groovy music and the halter top, flare pants and jumpsuits that were part of the discotheque scene. It had so pervaded the music scene at the time that, to the horror of many a rocker, some of rock’s greatest bands opted to “get down and boogie” with their own entries in the genre. A shameful thing, to be sure, but some turned out pretty darn good, particularly these here, the ten best disco songs from rock bands, aka “disco songs that don’t suck.”

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10. “Shakedown Street” – Grateful Dead

Deadheads may not buy singles, but do they boogie down? Hard to say, but at least their band of choice, the Grateful Dead, gave them the track to do it: “Shakedown Street,” from their 1978 album of the same name. Of course, the thought of the proudly non-commercial band giving into the dance trend, a distinct move away from the loose, laid-back, jam template that had defined their work – and built their devoted fan-base – to that point. Some fans speak derisively of the era they call “Disco Dead,” while others maintain it’s more a funky rock song than a pure disco song.

Sorry: it’s a disco song. Yes, it has that Parliament-Funkadelic groove to it, and Jerry Garcia‘s voice is more bluesy than boogie. But it has the unmistakable earmarks that define the genre, particularly the “four-on-the-floor” percussion and the funky bassline. More damning is its immediate hit-the-dance-floor vibe. It’s okay, though, Deadheads. Despite its disco trappings, “Shakedown Street” failed to hit the Billboard Hot 100, so the Grateful Dead didn’t really sell out, at least not until 1987’s “Touch of Grey.”

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9. “Shine a Little Love” – Electric Light Orchestra

“Evil Woman.” “Strange Magic.” “Mr. Blue Sky.” “Don’t Bring Me Down” (Bruce!). “Shine a Little Love.” Which one of these hit songs is not like the other? That’s right, “Shine a Little Love,” a disco tune from Electric Light Orchestra, aka ELO, and its Bob Ross doppelgänger, big-ass-aviator-glasses-wearing lead singer Jeff Lynne. Its defenders will say it’s more disco-infused rock than pure disco, but let’s see, shall we? Steady “mirror ball bass pulse”: Check. A driving, galloping drum rhythm: Check. String section: Check. Falsetto Bee-Gee background harmonies in the chorus: Also check.

Lynne himself said in the liner notes for the 2001 remaster of Discovery that there’s a “bit of a disco beat on this one, and quite a lot of things going on, forty-piece string section and all. It’s very jolly and bouncy and I must have been in a very good mood when I wrote it!” Calls that they were selling out, however, were a little harsh, given only “Shine a Little Light” and “Last Train to London” are the only two tracks on 1979’s Discovery with a disco-bend.

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8. “One of These Nights” – The Eagles

In 1975, drummer Don Henley of the Eagles, talking about “One of These Nights,” said, “We wanted to get away from the ballad syndrome with ‘One of These Nights.’ With Don Felder in the band now, we can really rock. He’s made us nastier and done a great guitar solo on the single.” Yes, the song does have a great blues-infused solo, but “really rock?” I don’t think so, Mr. Henley. In fact, the guitar solo is really the only thing that keeps the track from being a “true” disco song.

And between Henley and Glenn Frey, the two admitted hearing “One of These Nights” at clubs in New York, Rotterdam, and Miami, and, well, disco clubs don’t play non-disco songs. It may not entirely be their fault, however: While recording the album, they shared a studio in Miami with disco demi-gods the Bee Gees, and as you may or may not know, disco is contagious (if you contract disco, take two Metallica albums before bedtime).

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7. “Another One Bites the Dust” – Queen

“Another One Bites the Dust” from Queen actually came out after the so-called death of disco, but so, too, did Donna Summer‘s “Bad Girls” and Chic‘s “Good Times.” It was the latter that inspired bassist John Deacon to create the song’s iconic bassline, which, with Roger Taylor‘s straightforward, minimalist drumming, created the club-friendly vibe that drove the track to reach number two on the Disco Top 100 chart (yes, there were enough disco songs to have a top 100). It would also reach number one on the Billboard Hot 100, thanks to the rock-edge of Freddie Mercury‘s vocals and Brian May‘s subdued, accentuating guitar. “Another One Bites the Dust” would be among the last rock/disco fusion songs to reach that level of success, just as Queen and others on this list were just getting the balance right.

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6. “Disco Inferno” – Dread Zeppelin

American reggae rock band Dread Zeppelin formed in 1989, becoming best known for performing Led Zeppelin songs in a reggae style, sung by 300-pound Elvis impersonator Tortelvis (Greg Tortell). It worked significantly better than one might think, with “Immigrant Song,” “Your Time Is Gonna Come,” and a cover of Bob Marley‘s “Stir It Up” particular highlights. Then, in 1992, the band inexplicably pivoted to covering disco songs, with drummer Put-Mon (Gary Putnam) taking over as lead vocalist after Tortelvis left the band, giving himself the moniker Gary B.I.B.B. The ensuing album, It’s Not Unusual, was ironically deemed too unusual for the band, and whether it was the switch to disco or the loss of Tortelvis, or both, the divisive album didn’t sell as hoped, and Dread Zeppelin was dropped from I.R.S. Records.

So, long story short, the first release from the album, Dread Zeppelin’s cover of The Trammps‘ classic “Disco Inferno,” is technically a rock cover of a disco song, as opposed to the others on this list, which are rock bands with a disco song. But we’re splitting afro hairs here. “Disco Inferno” is electrifying, a high-energy cover that reinvents the iconic original. And while Gary B.I.B.B.’s Elvis-tinged vocals aren’t as good as Tortelvis’ – how could they be? – they work, giving the song a surreal edge, and even somewhat redeems my pick for Elvis Presley‘s worst song, “In the Ghetto,” in the process. Somewhat.

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5. “Another Brick in the Wall, Part 2” – Pink Floyd

Sacrilege, you say? Alas, it’s true: Pink Floyd’s legendary hit “Another Brick in the Wall, Part 2” is a disco song, but begrudgingly so on the part of the band, if that helps. As David Gilmour tells it: “It wasn’t my idea to do disco music, it was Bob’s [Ezrin, producer]. He said to me, ‘Go to a couple of clubs and listen to what’s happening with disco music,’ so I forced myself out and listened to loud, four-to-the-bar bass drums and stuff and thought, Gawd, awful!” But they did it anyway, selecting one of the “Another Brick in the Wall” parts, part 2, and adding the disco-friendly four-on-the-floor drums.

Ezrin realized it was a hit, but with one verse and one chorus clocking in at one minute 20, it needed another verse and two choruses. But according to Ezrin, the band said, “Well, you’re not bloody getting them. We don’t do singles, so fuck you.” They left, and Ezrin figured out how to do it anyway, bringing in the iconic children’s choir to record the additional vocals. He brought Roger Waters in to listen to the completed track, and the rest is history. Interestingly, Pink Floyd received no grief over their flirtation with disco, with most agreeing with Gilmour’s opinion: “It doesn’t, in the end, not sound like Pink Floyd.”

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4. “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy” – Rod Stewart

To paraphrase a quote from Charles Caleb Colton in 1820: “Parody is the sincerest form of flattery.” And, according to co-writer Duane Hitchings, that is exactly what Rod Stewart’s foray into disco, “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy,” is. More specifically, he’s cited it as a “spoof on guys from the ‘cocaine lounge lizards’ of the Saturday Night Fever days.” Truthfully, it’s pretty evident that Stewart is leaning on his reputation as a Lothario, with tongue firmly in cheek with the brazen nature of the chorus.

It’s just that he did it so damn well. The four-beat drumming, the driving bass line, the synthesizer riff, all of it: “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy” is as much a disco song as the ones it purports to spoof. It also happens to be one of four appearances by Stewart at the top of the Billboard Hot 100, as well as topping out the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart. The song’s iconic hook, however, can’t be fully credited to its songwriting team, with Stewart “unconsciously plagiarizing” a song by Brazilian songwriter Jorge Ben called “Taj Mahal.” A plagiarism lawsuit followed, and after Ben won, they agreed that royalties for the song go to UNICEF. Perhaps its royalties should have gone to a GoFundMe for pipers that go down from playing it.

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3. “Miss You” – The Rolling Stones

The Rolling Stones haven’t endured as long as they have by disregarding contemporary music trends, but rather embracing and giving them a Stones-makeover. And with “Miss You” from 1978, they did just that with disco. There’s a difference of opinion between frontman Mick Jagger and guitarist Keith Richards – shockingly – as to its genesis, with Jagger claiming it was never conceived as a disco song, while Richards claims “‘Miss You’ was a damn good disco record; it was calculated to be one.”

Leave it to the band’s mediator, drummer Charlie Watts, to find the middle ground, revealing: “A lot of those songs like ‘Miss You’ were heavily influenced by going to the discos. You can hear it in a lot of those four-on-the-floor rhythms and the Philadelphia-style drumming. Mick and I used to go to discos a lot… It was a great period.” Bill Wyman‘s cool bass line groove, meanwhile, originated with “the fifth Beatle” Billy Preston, who adapted Preston’s ideas into the brilliant final product. There was the predictable outrage from die-hard fans about selling out, of course, but “Miss You” would end up as the Stones’ eighth, and final, number one U.S. single.

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2. “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” – Kiss

It probably shouldn’t be all that surprising that Kiss would release a disco song at the height of disco’s popularity, given their propensity for marketing their brand. But, an unsubstantiated story suggests that “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” wasn’t a purposeful attempt at jumping on the bandwagon. As the tale goes, the producers wanted a more radio-friendly, popular sound, and the band argued against it, with Paul Stanley saying it was easy to write, and record, a hit disco song in a short time frame. The bet was on, and within hours the song’s demo was completed. It’s safe to say Stanley won the bet, reaching number 11 on the Billboard Hot 100, and years later joining Spotify‘s exclusive “Billions Club” with 1.64 billion streams.

Not just a hit disco song, mind you, but a great one at that. It has the driving bass and drums of the genre, the infectious “do do do do do” chorus, and one of Ace Frehley‘s shortest, but great all the same, guitar solos. But it’s Stanley’s powerhouse vocal performance in the song that pushes it over the edge. “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” allows Stanley to show off his truly impressive vocal range, from low tenor to codpiece-crunching falsetto. Needless to say, the KISS Army was less than impressed with the track, but it’s okay: neither is Gene Simmons.

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1. “Heart of Glass” – Blondie

Blondie‘s “Heart of Glass” is the one song on this list that does more than incorporate disco elements: it pushes disco’s boundaries, experimenting with the genre while remaining true to it. As a result, Debbie Harry and band earn the top spot on this list. It goes beyond the simple four-beat norm with a groove that incorporates a Roland CompuRhythm CR-78 drum machine, one of the first, with the brilliant, metronomic-precise drumming of drummer Clem Burke, one of rock’s all-time greatest. The syncopated groove, however, takes a turn at the bridge, going into 7/8 time before resuming.

Then there’s Debbie Harry’s siren-like vocals, effortlessly enticing while remaining emotionally detached. That detachment is in line with the song’s tale of a woman who found a lover who “‘was a gas’ and ‘seemed like the real thing’, only to prove untrustworthy, only to shrug it off. As Harry once said (per the previously cited Financial Times), “I was tired of hearing girl singers write or sing about being beaten by love. So I said, ‘Well listen, there are also a lot of girls who just walk away.’” It’s a very new wave, punk attitude in the confines of a disco track, a true bridging of the underground and mainstream music scenes.

Art Camacho’s gripping action-thriller Ruthless features Dermot Mulroney as Harry, a grieving wrestling coach who’s unexpectedly thrust into the roles of both pseudo-detective and unrelenting protector. Upon realizing that a tragic and winding story lies just beneath the surface of one of his most skilled pupils, Catia, played by Melisa Diaz, Harry sets forth on an increasingly dangerous mission to save her. From the bustling halls of a small-town high school to the shifty streets of Sin City, the 2023 film is both truly stirring and unexpectedly thrilling.

Like many other accidental—unlikely-vigilante flicks, Ruthless is most notably grounded by Harry’s tragic backstory. It’s revealed rather early on that his daughter was violently murdered and assaulted. Thus, as an audience, it can reasonably be assumed that his motive to protect Catia is largely influenced by his desire to right the wrongs of his past. If only he could’ve saved her, if only he had been there to protect her. Now, four years later, he in some way can. Perhaps had another lead been propelling the plot forward, this sob story may have registered as cliché. However, Mulroney plays brooding yet soft very well. Similar to The Last of Us, Ruthless has a similar charm to the fill-in father and daughter trope.

Three Years Later, Camacho’s ‘Ruthless’ is Dominating Streaming Platforms

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Despite the so-so critical response, Ruthless had a surprisingly successful streaming run. Such is the experience of your average, thrilling, yet not necessarily James Cameron-esque action feature. After its release, the film found a booming second life on Prime Video, and was so successful, in fact, that it ranked rather high on Prime’s most-watched charts. Currently, it’s positioned comfortably in the top ten, ranking above powerhouses like World War Z and Primate. Plus, even in the modest to negative reviews from film aficionados still praised Mulroney for his gritty, unrelenting commitment despite the occasionally off-beat dialogue and kitschy plot. After an entire career built off roles of a similar likeness, one would hope he’s mastered the Stoic, morally-grey thing at this point.

In summary, despite a 38% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, Ruthless is certainly worth a watch. As many critics have argued, because of the not one, not two, but four writers credited in the making of the film, things do get inarguably muddy. However, with that being said, both the heart of the leads and the thrilling action captured in just 92 minutes make this flick impossible to look away from. Critics be damned, the numbers alone vouch for the edge-of-your-seat experience that is Ruthless. For those looking for a B-tier, purely entertaining unlikely hero action flick, this is surely the one.

Spoiler Alert: This list contains spoilers for multiple TV shows.Crime dramas never go out of fashion, but every great series eventually reaches its end. Whether it’s a multi-season epic or a tightly scripted miniseries, the genre explores the gritty realities of those who uphold the law, those who operate outside of it, and those caught somewhere in between. Sometimes, it follows people failed by the justice system despite deserving its protection; other times, it examines those forced into a life of crime by circumstances beyond their control.

No matter which side they fall on, they all share one thing in common: their endings are shaped by the choices they make throughout the series. Some face the collapse of a once-feared criminal empire, while others fight to reclaim their innocence after being failed by the very system meant to protect them. Whether tragic, bittersweet, or unexpectedly hopeful, the best crime drama finales deliver endings that feel both inevitable and earned. From a feared mafia on the verge of extinction to a wrongly accused man seeking justice, here are crime show endings that are genuine masterpieces.

‘Peaky Blinders’ (2013–2022)

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Every criminal empire is bound to meet its inevitable demise. Peaky Blinders follows the Shelby family as they expand from a humble gambling operation into an international business empire. But that rise comes at a bloody cost, requiring family patriarch Thomas Shelby (Cillian Murphy) to eliminate anyone who dares cross him. While Tommy is far more merciful toward his family, he still has no qualms about cutting them out of the business—especially his cousin Michael Gray (Finn Cole), the son of his late aunt.

Although Tommy’s conflict with Michael finally ends with a gunshot in the finale, one battle remains: his failing health—or so he believes. After discovering his terminal diagnosis was fabricated by a doctor working with fascist allies determined to bring him down, Tommy tracks the doctor down, ready to kill him. Yet he ultimately walks away. It’s a fitting callback to the show’s recurring theme of the eleventh hour, symbolizing an armistice that proves Tommy has finally found peace after letting go of the criminal empire that brought him both power and misery.

‘The Night Of’ (2016)

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If there’s a crash course in just how unjust the American judicial system can be, it’s The Night Of. In just one night, the typically high-strung college student Naz Khan (Riz Ahmed) finds himself behind bars after one party changes the entire course of his life. Waking up next to a dead woman with all the evidence pointing to him, Naz’s innocence is immediately called into question, largely because of his Pakistani-American heritage and lack of financial means to afford the best lawyers.

Although Naz ultimately regains his freedom in the finale, it comes at a grave cost. While the ending never reveals the exact circumstances surrounding the woman’s death, Naz walks away with a bittersweet 6-6 hung jury. Unfortunately, his time in prison has altered him both physically and psychologically, leaving him unrecognizable from the young man audiences first met. As a result, The Night Of becomes less about who committed the crime and more about what the justice system does to underprivileged and underrepresented men like Naz.

‘Bosch’ (2014–2021)

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In a sea of uniform blue, there will always be a black sheep like Detective Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver). Bosch follows a case-of-the-season format, but one thread that ties every season together is Bosch’s growing skepticism toward the LAPD. As an authoritative figure, Bosch excels at putting bad guys behind bars. The bigger question, however, is whether the people above him—chiefs, the feds, and mayors—actually want to keep them there.

The series finale becomes the culmination of Bosch’s pent-up disappointment and disillusionment with the system. He finally arrests gang leader Mickey Peña (Gino Vento), but the FBI wants to use him as an asset in a larger investigation, despite Peña being responsible for the arson that killed an entire family. Peña is ultimately freed, only to be murdered by the grieving father of one of the victims, who is then shot by police. Bosch has crossed plenty of lines before, but none more outrageous than turning in his badge and walking away from a justice system built on compromise and political bargaining.

‘The Sopranos’ (1999–2007)

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The Sopranos arguably committed one of television’s cardinal sins: cutting to black. Working for the mafia has always been an uncertain business, and Tony Soprano (James Gandolfini) bears much of that burden while hiding his panic attacks to avoid scrutiny from his peers. The glory days of the mafia are long gone. With racketeering and traditional scams becoming less profitable in the credit card era, and RICO constantly closing in, it’s only a matter of time before the old crime families fade away.

That moment finally arrives in the finale of The Sopranos. Tony brokers a truce with New York after the assassination of a rival boss, bringing a bloody mob war to an end. Yet he also faces a possible indictment after one of his associates likely becomes an informant. Knowing his time may be running out, Tony reunites with his family at Holsten’s diner. As he nervously watches every customer who walks in, the screen suddenly cuts to black. Whether Tony lives or dies remains one of television’s greatest mysteries.

‘Breaking Bad’ (2008–2013)

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Nobody dies a hero or a villain in the Breaking Bad finale, especially Walter White (Bryan Cranston). The former chemistry teacher may have started cooking meth to put food on the table and pay his mounting medical bills. But after getting his first real taste of success—something that had long eluded him in his academic career—something inside him changes. His noble intentions slowly disappear, and the Albuquerque drug empire becomes the one place where he truly feels respected and seen.

Yet Heisenberg never completely lets go of his humanity, as the finale makes clear. Before his death, Walter ties up every loose end, ensuring his family will be financially secure while finally admitting the truth to Skyler (Anna Gunn): he didn’t build his meth empire for them, but for himself. It was never about survival—it was about his own pride and ego. After rescuing Jesse (Aaron Paul) and wiping out his rivals, Walter dies inside a meth lab, ending his story in the very place that defined both the best and worst parts of who he became.

‘Boardwalk Empire’ (2010–2014)

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The past finally catches up with Nucky Thompson (Steve Buscemi) in Boardwalk Empire. The treasurer of Atlantic City has spent his life clawing his way out of an abusive childhood while building not only a criminal empire but also the image of a beloved public politician for those unaware of his illicit dealings. He’s the very definition of duality: on one hand, he flashes the warmest smile to potential voters; on the other, he doesn’t hesitate to smash someone’s face into a bar.

Earlier in the series, Nucky takes Jimmy Darmody (Michael Pitt) under his wing, only to kill him after uncovering his betrayal. But the dead never truly stay buried—they live on through those they leave behind. That makes Nucky’s death in the finale all the more tragic. Instead of falling to a rival mobster, he’s killed by Jimmy’s son, bringing his story full circle. It’s a fitting end, signaling the rise of a new generation of organized crime as the old guard finally surrenders to the Commission.

‘Mare of Easttown’ (2021)

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Mare of Easttown shows how a murder mystery can parallel a mother’s grief, and the finale makes that connection all the more heartbreaking. Detective Mare Sheehan (Kate Winslet) may be the town’s best detective, but she’s emotionally drained after the death of her son. Understandably, grief clouds her judgment. Still, when a teenage girl is found murdered, and another remains missing from a cold case, Mare has no choice but to push through her pain before anyone else becomes a victim.

The finale finally reveals the killer, but with a devastating twist. Mare initially arrests John Ross (Joe Tippett) after he confesses, only for one last piece of evidence to expose the truth: the real killer is John’s tween son, Ryan (Cameron Mann), who accidentally shoots the girl while trying to scare her away from his father. The cruelest part is that Ryan is the son of Mare’s best friend, Lori (Julianne Nicholson), beginning another cycle of a mother’s grief just as Mare starts emerging from her own. In the end, grief is inevitable—it’s how we live with it that matters.

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Fantasy has been around since the dawn of cinema. As one of the most enduring and beloved genres, fantasy has enthralled and enchanted audiences for decades, delivering some of cinema’s most iconic films, many of which came out during the Golden Age of Hollywood.

From sweet and wholesome films like Mary Poppins to introspective and striking pictures like The Seventh Seal, these fantasy movies have stood the test of time. Thanks to their handsome visuals, thought-provoking themes, adventurous spirit, and timeless quality, these films are cinematic barometers against which to measure all fantasy movies to come.

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‘The Adventures of Robin Hood’ (1938)

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Errol Flynn‘s name has become synonymous with the Swashbuckler genre, thanks to his many performances in the once-iconic genre. However, few are as memorable as his take on the Prince of Thieves in 1938’s The Adventures of Robin Hood. The film centers on the title character’s fight against the despotic Prince John, ruling England by oppressing the Saxon commoners in Richard the Lionheart’s absence.

Aided by a lovely Olivia de Havilland as Maid Marion, Flynn delivers a spectacular performance that cemented him as the defining version of Robin Hood. The Adventures of Robin Hood would become a milestone in the Swashbuckler and fantasy genres, inspiring many imitations and evocations that tried, and mostly failed, to recapture the film’s now-legendary sense of adventure.

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‘Jason and the Argonauts’ (1963)

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Jason and the Argonauts draws inspiration from Greek mythology while changing major aspects compared to the legendary tales. The plot centers on Jason, a hero who inadvertently saves his father’s murderer’s life and gets sent by him to recover the legendary Golden Fleece, accompanied by the demigod Hercules.

A technical wonder at the time, Jason and the Argonauts is well-remembered for the now-iconic battle where Jason fights against an army of skeletons. Beyond this classic scene, the film is a suitably epic adaptation of Greek myth strengthened by a commanding performance from Todd Armstrong. What Jason and the Argonauts lacks in faithfulness, it more than makes up in bombast.

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‘Sleeping Beauty’ (1959)

Adapted from Charles Perrault’s eponymous fairy tale, Sleeping Beauty tells the story of the young princess Aurora. Cursed at birth by the evil sorceress Maleficent, the princess falls into an eternal sleep from which she can only be awakened through true love’s kiss.

Sleeping Beauty marked the end of an era for Disney. The film was the last in the studio’s Golden Age, ending two decades of magic. Still, Sleeping Beauty is arguably Disney’s greatest artistic triumph of the classic age and a now-legendary entry into the Mouse House’s revered vault. Exciting, beautifully animated, and with one of Disney’s best and most evil villains, Sleeping Beauty is a near-perfect fairy tale adaptation.

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‘The Thief of Bagdad’ (1924)

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The legendary Douglas Fairbanks stars in the 1924 silent classic The Thief of Bagdad. A loose adaptation of One Thousand and One Nights, the film centers on a thief who pretends to be a prince and secures the love of Baghdad’s princess. Driven by guilt, he sets out on a dangerous journey to recover a magic chest and save Baghdad from an evil force.

The Thief of Bagdad birthed the Swashbuckler genre, turning Fairbanks into a legend. Ranking as one of the most innovative and technically triumphant films of the silent era, The Thief of Bagdad is an influential precursor of every fantasy film, a larger-than-life adventure that introduced many elements that would define fantasy for years to come.

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‘Pinocchio’ (1940)

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Disney’s adaptation of Carlo Collodi’s 1883 classic Pinocchio was the studio’s second animated feature and remains one of its most celebrated triumphs today. The film tells the story of Pinocchio, a wooden puppet brought to life by the Blue Fairy and his quest to become a real boy.

Pinocchio continued Disney’s legacy with rich animation and a surprisingly complex story that embraced the source material’s darkness while imbuing it with the studio’s trademark magic. The result is an ageless depiction of childhood and innocence, representing one of the Mouse House’s crowning achievements. Pinocchio arguably includes Disney’s most iconic song, “When You Wish Upon a Star,” a tune so remarkable and uplifting that it became the studio’s official theme.

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‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs’ (1937)

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Walt Disney‘s first animated feature film remains one of the studio’s best. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs follows the beautiful and innocent titular princess, who finds refuge in the house of seven kindly dwarfs after escaping her evil stepmother’s plans to take her heart out.

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs created Disney’s trademark sense of wonder and awe. Elegantly animated and charming to a fault, the film isn’t afraid to go dark, mainly through its macabre depiction of the Evil Queen, one of cinema’s best and most enduring fantasy villains. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs would pave the way for every animated film to come, setting the bar extremely high and single-handedly carving a new cinematic genre that would stand the test of time.

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‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ (1946)

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Frank Capra‘s 1946 classic It’s a Wonderful Life stars James Stewart, Donna Reed, and Lionel Barrymore. The film follows George Bailey, a disheartened man contemplating suicide on Christmas Eve. However, a visit from his guardian angel shows him the impact he’s had on his community and the many lives he has changed.

Loosely based on Charles Dickens‘ seminal novella A Christmas Carol, It’s a Wonderful Life is one of the best films from the 40s and a bona fide classic today. Shamelessly uplifting but undeniably effective, the film is a joyous celebration of life and the bonds that tie people together, enhanced by one of Jimmy Stewart’s most delightful performances. It’s a Wonderful Life embraces darkness to tell a tale of positivity and kindness that has become a must-see during the season of giving.

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‘Mary Poppins’ (1964)

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Mary Poppins, arguably Walt Disney’s magnum opus, stars Julie Andrews in the role that made her a star and, most importantly, a cinematic icon. The film tells the story of the Banks children, who receive the visit of the magical nanny Mary Poppins to help mend their relationship with their work-obsessed father.

Extraordinary in the best sense, Mary Poppins might be the most Disney film in the Disney vault. Blending animation with live-action, featuring some of the Mouse House’s most unforgettable songs, and with a winning performance by Andrews, the film is a moving and emotional reflection on love and family that perfectly encapsulates the magic of cinema.

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‘The Seventh Seal’ (1957)

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Ingmar Bergman‘s sublime historical fantasy The Seventh Seal is among the few films in history that can be described as a genuine cinematic experience. Max von Sydow stars as Antonius Block, a disillusioned knight returning from the Crusades to find his country succumbing to the Black Death. Enraged, he challenges a personification of Death to a chess match, setting off on a journey of discovery to discover the nature of God.

Handling weighty and potentially thorny themes with masterful dexterity, The Seventh Seal is a thought-provoking picture of epic proportions. Few films are as instantly recognizable or deeply influential, and the questions The Seventh Seal poses remain fascinating and unanswered today, a testament to the heavy fantasy movie’s enduring and timeless quality.

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‘The Wizard of Oz’ (1939)

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There’s no place like home, and there’s no movie like The Wizard of Oz. The iconic Judy Garland stars as Dorothy, a Kansas girl transported to the magical land of Oz via a tornado. Looking to return home, she begins a journey to the Emerald City to seek the help of the powerful Wizard of Oz while being tracked by the vengeful Wicked Witch of the West.

Adapted from the novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, Victor Fleming‘s timeless masterpiece ranks as arguably the best fantasy movie ever made. Thanks to Garland’s winsome performance, some genuinely impressive visuals, and a heartwarming, whimsical story, The Wizard of Oz remains a touching and crowd-pleasing classic about family, identity, and the true meaning of the word “home.”

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August 25, 1939

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102 minutes

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Victor Fleming

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Edgar Allan Woolf, Florence Ryerson, Noel Langley, L. Frank Baum

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Jennifer Aniston has never been one to chase flashy handbag trends. While everyone else cycles through micro purses and logo-covered totes, she’s loyal to one timeless staple: a roomy black weekender bag. And the style somehow manages to look just as polished today as it did in the ’90s. The best part is you can copy the effortless look for $20.

From the archives, Aniston was photographed carrying large black weekender tote while wearing a striped tee, straight-leg jeans and clogs. It’s a simple outfit that’s just as iconic as “The Rachel” haircut. The oversized bag tied everything together, proving that sometimes the most practical accessory ends up being the chicest one in the room.

Get the Nubily Large Tote Bag for $33 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.

You don’t need to track down a vintage designer version to get the same vibe. The Nubily Large Tote Bag channels the celeb’s understated aesthetic for only $20 on Amazon. It comes in classic black, along with beige, brown, pink and several other colors, but we’d stick with the former if you’re after that unmistakable Aniston look.

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The minimalist exterior gives it that expensive-looking appeal, while the interior is designed for everyday life. There’s a padded laptop sleeve, multiple organizational compartments and enough room to carry everything from your everyday essentials to an extra sweater without looking overstuffed. You can wear it over your shoulder or attach the longer crossbody strap when you’re on the go.

It’s no surprise shoppers are just as obsessed. Over 8,800 Amazon reviewers gave it a five-star rating, with one calling it “sturdy, functional and beautiful.” They continued, “I received so many compliments on it at work. My co-worker pulled up her Amazon account while she was at work and ordered the same bag in a tan color because she was so impressed.”

Others, like this shopper, rave about the large-capacity build. “This bag is very spacious, and it has multiple compartments,” they wrote. “I can fit my 14-inch laptop comfortably among many other things.”

Aniston built an entire style legacy around timeless staples that never feel dated, and this roomy weekender tote is no exception. If you’ve been looking for a bag that can handle workdays, quick trips and more, this $20 lookalike is a great place to start.

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Sydney Sweeney is using her star power to support victims of the Spokane, Washington, wildfires amid mass evacuation procedures.

“Spokane has always been home to me. It’s where I grew up, where my family still lives, and where so many of the people and places that shaped me are,” Sweeney, 28, wrote via her Instagram Stories on Tuesday, August 4. At the time of publication, more than a dozen individual fires had scorched approximately 10,000 acres in Spokane Country, displacing nearly 65,000 residents.

“The devastating fires have changed countless lives in ways that are hard to put into words,” Sweeney continued. “Thousands of families have lost their homes, their belongings, and places of business, including members of my own family. This devastation is something our community has never experienced on this scale.”

CNN reported on Tuesday that this year’s wildfire season throughout Oregon and Washington is the “worst fire season in more than 30 years,” with more than 2.6 million acres torched in total at the time.

“Unlike larger cities that often receive an overwhelming amount of national attention and resources, Spokane doesn’t have the same spotlight,” Sweeney continued. “If you’re looking for ways to help, these are four organizations I’m supporting that are on the ground right now helping this community that needs us.”

The Housemaid star shared details for Innovia Foundation, SpokAnimal, Second Harvest and Watch Duty.

“I’ve put together this fundraiser to support these organizations doing the real work on the ground,” she added. “Every donation, no matter the size, will help support those affected as they begin the long road to rebuilding. Thank you for standing with my hometown during one of its most difficult moments. Love, Syd.”

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She also shared a post by Baby2Baby, an organization that provides daily essentials to children in need.

Sweeney has spoken fondly about her hometown during various interviews in the past. During a Harper’s Bazaar Australia cover story in August 2023, she shared details of how her mom’s side of the family was born and raised there, while her cousins remain some of her best friends.

She even bought back a Spokane home her great-grandparents sold that was located right near her grandmother and cousins’ home. “To be able to put memories like that back into our family was very special,” Sweeney told the outlet at the time.

Ariana Grande says her decision to step back from the spotlight has been in the works for a long time, but new claims suggest those closest to the singer had been urging her to slow down well before she made the announcement public. 

As Grande insists her break is not a reaction to online criticism, multiple insiders now allege her family and friends have grown increasingly worried about her health after years of nonstop work and relentless public scrutiny.

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Long before The Blast reported that Ariana Grande planned to take time away from public life, her loved ones were reportedly trying to convince her to hit the brakes.

According to a family insider, those closest to the pop star repeatedly urged her to step away from work because they feared the pace she had been keeping was no longer sustainable. The source claimed their conversations went far beyond suggesting a short vacation.

“We have asked her to take a break. Actually we’ve begged her, like a lot. A lot a lot,” the insider told the Daily Mail, adding, “Not like a day or two, but a break break. She is not well. She is anxious and unhappy. She doesn’t sleep enough, doesn’t eat enough.”

The insider added that the Grammy winner’s family and close friends are “very concerned about her” and believe now is the time for her to prioritize herself. 

While they reportedly hope she will eventually return to doing what she loves, they feel she first needs the opportunity to recover.

According to the source, everyone in her inner circle shares the same wish: to see Grande become “happy and healthy” again, insisting that can only happen if she finally allows herself to step away.

Grande’s Heavy Workload Allegedly Left Her Burnt Out

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While Ariana Grande has remained focused on her career, insiders claim the relentless pace of the past several years has taken a significant emotional toll.

One source alleged the ongoing speculation surrounding the singer’s health has become increasingly difficult to cope with.

“All the whispers about her wellbeing and health have really affected her mental health to a point where she needs to step away as she has felt she hasn’t been herself for quite some time,” the insider claimed.

Another suggested the constant attention has left the songstress feeling overwhelmed, alleging, “She wants to run and hide in a corner. She doesn’t know how to respond.”

Those close to Grande pointed to an exhausting stretch that included filming both “Wicked” movies, participating in extensive promotional tours, releasing her latest album “Petal,” and performing a demanding 41-show tour. 

“Ariana is exhausted from work and dealing with her public image; it’s like an endless hamster wheel, and she needs a break,” one source claimed.

On top of that, the 33-year-old has continued to navigate public interest in her personal life, including reports that she has reconnected with former boyfriend Ricky Alvarez after her split from “Wicked” co-star Ethan Slater.

Ariana Grande’s Loved Ones Believe Time Away Could Help Her Heal

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Beyond the physical and mental demands of her career, insiders also believe Grande has not fully processed the death of her grandmother, Marjorie, who died in June 2025 at age 99.

“One thing that she hasn’t fully been able to work out and give time for is the death of her Nonna, who was one of the most important people in her life,” the second source said.

Another insider described Grande as “a very sensitive, intuitive empath who feels everything,” claiming the singer now wants to “go into a cocoon and heal herself and feel normal again.”

According to the source, the “Bang Bang” hitmaker hopes to spend time at home, reconnect with nature, and “really chill out and re-think her life.” 

Her family also reportedly hopes she will rediscover simple pleasures, from “unplugging, taking a walk, drinking some tea and sitting outside” to finally exploring creative hobbies like painting and baking.

Grande’s Break Gets Backing From Those Closest To Her

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If Ariana Grande’s family is finally getting their wish, it appears they won’t be alone in helping her step away from the spotlight. 

Speaking to PEOPLE Magazine, an insider revealed the Hollywood star has surrounded herself with a trusted support system.

The source described the decision to take a break as “deeply personal,” adding that Grande has “people supporting her in slowing down” because she is “prepared to focus on herself.” 

According to the informant, the actress wants to finish the tour “healthily and happily” before embracing a quieter period after several relentless years of recording music, filming “Wicked,” and touring. 

While her latest “Petal” era has dominated charts and headlines, those around the singer reportedly believe the months ahead should be less about career milestones and more about giving Grande the time and space to prioritize herself.

Grande’s Time Away Will Be Centered On Family And Recovery

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Ariana Grande’s upcoming hiatus is expected to look less like a career reset and more like an opportunity to reclaim her personal life after years of nonstop work.

According to new reports, the star is planning to focus on the people closest to her. “She’ll be spending a lot of time with her family, friends and Ricky,” a source told Page Six, referring to her rekindled romance with former boyfriend Ricky Alvarez. 

The insider added that the couple have not been able to spend “as much time together” as they would have liked because of her demanding schedule, making the break something she is genuinely looking forward to. 

Another source said Grande has “been working nonstop for a long time” and eventually realized she needed to “give herself permission to step back for a while.”

One thing I have noticed about truly beloved trilogies is that people rarely talk about them as three separate movies. They talk about them as experiences they lived through. Somebody might mention a favorite scene or a memorable character, though what they usually remember is how they felt by the time all three films are over. That is much harder to achieve than making one great film and a very fine nuance.

Most trilogies struggle somewhere along the way, majorly at the second chapter or some just ruin the ending. The eight trilogies on this list managed to keep audiences invested from the beginning to end. That consistency is a big reason why they remain so widely loved decades later.

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‘The Toy Story Trilogy’ (1995–2010)

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When Toy Story begins, Woody is convinced life will stay exactly the way it has always been. Andy loves him, he is the favorite toy, and the world makes sense for Woody till then. Then Buzz Lightyear arrives and suddenly Woody has to deal with something most children’s films rarely talk about, and that is insecurity. It starts as a rivalry between two toys and slowly turns into a story about friendship, loyalty, and eventually growing up.

The trilogy naturally matures with the audience and it is its best part. Toy Story 2 digs into the fear of being left behind, while Toy Story 3 confronts something even harder. Childhood eventually ends, whether anyone is ready for it or not. By the time Andy hands his toys to Bonnie, the moment feels a full circle because the films spent fifteen years earning it. Plenty of animated franchises are funny and only very few understand how to say goodbye.

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‘The Bourne Trilogy’ (2002–2007)

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Jason Bourne (Matt Damon) spends three movies doing something most action heroes never have to do. Every time he gets close to an answer about who he used to be, the answer usually makes him wish he had never asked the question in the first place. He learns that he was trained to kill, manipulated by people above him, and turned into somebody he no longer recognizes. The strangest part is that Bourne is often the most dangerous person in the room, but he is not really comfortable with it.

Most espionage stories are built around stopping a villain or preventing a disaster but Bourne is chasing his own past. One of my favorite details across the trilogy is how exhausted he always seems. He is running through train stations, climbing buildings, escaping assassins, and crossing continents, though there is never any sense of adventure in it. It feels like watching somebody desperately trying to outrun a version of himself that keeps catching up.

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‘The Cornetto Trilogy’ (2004–2013)

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The first time I watched Shaun of the Dead, I expected a zombie comedy. What I did not expect was how much the film cared about ordinary people drifting through life. Shaun spends most of the story avoiding responsibility until a zombie apocalypse forces him to confront it. That same idea appears throughout Hot Fuzz and The World’s End, even though all three films tell completely different stories.

The older I get, the more I think about The World’s End. Underneath all the jokes, it is really about a man realizing his best years are behind him and having no idea what to do next. That feeling sneaks into all three films in different ways. Edgar Wright fills them with visual gags, action scenes, and ridiculous comedy, though beneath all that layer of noise, these are stories about people who are stuck. While watching these films, one may recognise oneself in these characters.

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‘The Indiana Jones Trilogy’ (1981–1989)

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Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) might be the only legendary movie hero who spends most of his time looking completely overwhelmed. He walks into situations with confidence, then immediately gets punched in the face, chased by something enormous, or trapped somewhere he clearly should not be. Not to mention, watching him scramble through danger is extremely fun.

I think that is why these films have aged so well. The adventures are exciting, though they never feel effortless. In Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indy survives through stubbornness almost as often as intelligence. In The Last Crusade, some of the best moments come from him arguing with his father. All the action scenes are well put together as well, for instance, the truck chase, the mine carts, and the tank battle, all of them are a treat to watch for thrill chasers.

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‘The Back to the Future Trilogy’ (1985–1990)

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Most time-travel stories become complicated almost immediately. Back to the Future somehow explains impossible concepts while making everything feel effortless. Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) has one of the most stressful lives in movie history when you stop and think about it. In the first film alone, he accidentally prevents his parents from meeting, watches his future start disappearing in front of him, and has to somehow fix the timeline before he stops existing. The film explains all of this so effortlessly that it is easy to forget how absurd the premise really is.

The sequels deserve more credit than they often receive because they take that premise and keep expanding it without ruining the story. Marty repeatedly encounters different versions of the same people across decades, and those scenes are some of the trilogy’s best moments. More importantly, the films never become obsessed with rules and timelines at the expense of fun.

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‘The Original Star Wars Trilogy’ (1977–1983)

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The original Star Wars begins with Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) staring at a horizon and dreaming about a bigger life. It is such a small moment, though it captures something people instantly recognize. Almost everyone has experienced a stage in life where the world feels larger than their current circumstances. Luke simply happens to find himself pulled into a conflict involving empires, rebellions, and the fate of an entire galaxy.

I think what people respond to most is how Luke changes dramatically across three films, and how his relationships evolve. The Empire Strikes Back remains one of the strongest middle chapters ever made because it allows the heroes to lose and live with those consequences. By the time Return of the Jedi airs, the emotional investment built across the trilogy makes every major moment worth it.

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‘The Lord of the Rings Trilogy’ (2001–2003)

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Many fantasy stories focus on powerful heroes doing extraordinary things. What always stayed with me about The Lord of the Rings is that the fate of Middle-earth ultimately depends on somebody who spends much of the trilogy frightened, exhausted, and unsure of himself. Frodo (Elijah Wood) is not trying to win glory. Most of the time he is simply trying to keep moving.

As he gets closer to Mordor, the trilogy takes a serious turn. There is a moment in The Return of the King when Sam (Sean Astin) tells Frodo, “I can’t carry it for you, but I can carry you.” That scene captures the trilogy better than any battle. People often remember the scene, though what keeps bringing me back is how much of the story is really about friendship, loyalty, and continuing forward when every part of you wants to stop.

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‘The Before Trilogy’ (1995–2013)

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When Before Sunrise introduces Jesse and Céline, it is easy to believe you are watching the beginning of a great romance. They meet on a train, spend one night walking around Vienna, and talk about everything from relationships to death to the future. Their connection is immediate. Like many viewers, I finished that first film wondering whether finding the right person at the right moment could genuinely change someone’s life.

But the next two films are even more special because they don’t stop at the butterflies but highlight the realities of a relationship. Before Sunset revisits Jesse and Céline years later when life has become more complicated than either of them imagined. Then Before Midnight goes even further. Instead of focusing on the excitement of falling in love, it examines what happens after people build a life together. Their arguments are real because they are about sacrifices, disappointments, and expectations accumulated over years. Most romantic stories end when the couple gets together. This trilogy becomes far more interesting once that part is over.

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April 5, 2013

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Richard Linklater

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Like Us, Sandra Bullock needs a roomy bag to fit her essentials, especially while traveling. For a trip to New York City, Bullock carried a duffel-like tote bag, and we found her chic style for only $40. Sleek and timeless, it seriously should cost thousands!

Last weekend, Bullock stepped out of her Manhattan hotel wearing comfy black pants, a cashmere sweater and Mary Jane flats, slinging a quadruple-digit bag from The Row over her shoulder. Her outfit appeared incredibly luxe, and with this functional accessory in tow, you’ll channel the exact same energy.

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This Seyfocnia Travel Duffel Bag features smooth vegan leather, a rounded silhouette and shiny silver hardware. The black color complements everything in your wardrobe, while the structured shape elevates any outfit. Even your lounge set will appear high-end.

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Practical touches make this pick more than pretty. The budget travel bag is designed with top handles, a long strap and a sleeve to slide over your suitcase handle. One five-star shopper also noted that the bag opens all the way on both sides, which is life-saving for packing shoes. With such an “expensive-looking” style, the shopper couldn’t help but grab two!

Another happy fan wrote, “The quality is amazing, it’s super cute and sleek, and it totally gives off that luxe look. I’m so glad I went with this bag. It’s spacious, but also flexible enough to look smaller when you’re not packing much.”

This sophisticated duffel looks like something you’d see on a designer boutique shelf, not on Amazon on a random Tuesday. But hey, we’re not complaining!

Consider this your sign to add a little Bullock-approved polish to your next weekend away.

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