Most Popular Social Media Stories | Best of 2014 - IMDb
Most Popular Social Media Stories of 2014
by IMDb-Editors created 3 months ago | last updated - 3 months ago
These were the most popular stories with our social media communities on Facebook and Twitter during 2014, as determined by the number of user clickthroughs and engagement (likes, comments, and shares).
When it turned out that Jason Momoa indeed was cast as Aquaman -- my sun and stars! -- there was much rejoicing on the Internet. The former "Game of Thrones" star enjoyed a fame uptick thanks to his work as Khal Drogo, and the thought of the DC Universe expanding generated a series of discussions. ”
Though there are now major reservations about the rebooted superhero movie's "grounded" approach that will turn Victor "Doctor Doom" Domashev into a computer hacker, it was a big news day when Fox announced its new Fantastic Four. For good reason: Mara, Teller, Jordan, and Bell are four of the most talented younger actors around. ”
An unexpected duo is announced as the new central characters of a breakout show, and the Internet immediately and openly debates the pros and cons. Personally, we get it; Vaughn is designed for an actual-real dramatic role and Farrell deserves a wider audience - and this is the kind of program that can deliver on both counts. ”
Showcasing his sway with the movie-going public as well as the industry, QT's initial reaction to his script being leaked became one of the most talked-about stories of the year, one in which we've seen a range of hacks and leaks that help us see why filmmakers are Tarantino's level are taking matters to extreme levels in order to safeguard their secrets until opening day. And we're really happy this movie is being made. ”
“ Zack Snyder posts the first photo of Ben Affleck as Batman next to the new Batmobile. #6
Before Zack Snyder and J.J. Abrams crossed over into their cute-and-puzzling world where Star Wars and Batman co-exist, this singular image of Ben Affleck as the Caped Crusader set tongues wagging. ”
More popular than Ryan Reynolds' return to the role of Deadpool in his own spin-off movie was the announcement that Channing Tatum would take his first superhero and join the enduring X-Men universe. We're feeling for you, too, Taylor Kitsch. ”
Shia LaBeouf's behavior this year has never been entertaining to us because potential mental health/addiction issues are no laughing matter - unless you're a truly skilled comedian. This is the Shia outburst that captured the public's attention, created an iconic image, and was less alarming than his other public exhibitions. We wish you good health, Mr. LaBeouf. ”
Would Luke, Leia, and Han return? And who exactly would be the new faces of the Force? The best news: most of the casting rumors turned out to be true, and the mix of familiars and first-timers has us primed for December 2015. ”
One of many actors who have left us too soon and with an incredible legacy of film roles, Philip Seymour Hoffman's passing devastated us all. We miss you, Mr. Hoffman, and always will. ”
Clearly the top story of the year - it's difficult to end this list on such a sad note, though sometimes you just need to watch The World According to Garp to connect with one version of Robin's on-screen spirit. ”