Whenever I watch an awards ceremony for the “biggest names in Hollywood,” I regret tuning in about 30 minutes in. It sounds like a great idea to watch The Oscars in theory, but in practice, it’s more agonizing than a low-scoring football game. Last night’s 95th Annual Academy Awards hosted by Jimmy Kimmel held us hostage and threatened to go on for almost four hours.

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Everything you thought you knew about superhero movies is getting turned upside down as we close out July.

In Popdust's column, Box Office Breakdown, we aim to inform you of the top flicks to check out every weekend depending on what you're in the mood to enjoy. Looking to laugh? What about having your pants scared off? Maybe you just need a little love? Whatever the case may be, we have you covered. Take a peek at our top picks for this week…

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SATURDAY FILM SCHOOL | 'Black Panther' Sinks Its Claws Into Afrocentrism

Marvel is a little too congratulatory of themselves finally making a notable black superhero. Let's hope they don't squander the sequel.

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Showcasing black characters is hardly compliment-worthy so much as it is a fair representation of America.

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