Wizards. Poster of the 2020 TV series and cover of the 2015 book, Trollhunters
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Trollhunters
Guillermo del Toro, Daniel Kraus, 2015
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Guillermo del Toro, 2020

Following the events of Trollhunters and 3Below, Hisirdoux -who has secretly been the apprentice of Merlin for nine centuries- must recruit the Guardians of Arcadia to travel back in time to the 12th-century’s Camelot. During the journey, the heroes learn why the amulet was built, how Morgana became the Pale Lady, and what events lead up to the Battle of Killahead Bridge.


Into the Wild. Poster of the 2007 movie and cover of the 1996 book
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Into the Wild
Jon Krakauer, 1996
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Sean Penn, 2007

In April 1992, Christopher McCandless arrives in a remote area called Healy, just north of Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska. McCandless travels into the wilderness and sets up a campsite in an abandoned city bus, which he calls The Magic Bus. At first, McCandless is content with the isolation, the beauty of nature around him, and the thrill of living off the land.


Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood. Poster of the 2019 movie and cover of the book novelization
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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood
Quentin Tarantino, 2021
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Quentin Tarantino, 2019

In February 1969, Hollywood actor Rick Dalton fears his career is fading. Dalton’s best friend and stunt double, Cliff Booth drives Dalton around Los Angeles because Dalton’s driver’s license has been suspended due to his DUI arrests. Booth struggles to find stunt work because of rumors he murdered his wife.


Lone Survivor. Poster of the 2013 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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Lone Survivor
Marcus Luttrell, 2006
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Peter Berg, 2013

In 2005, Afghanistan, Taliban leader Ahmad Shah is responsible for killing over twenty United States Marines, as well as villagers and refugees who were aiding American forces. As part of the mission, a four-man SEAL reconnaissance and surveillance team is given the task of locating Shah. The four SEALs include team leader Michael Murphy, Marksmen and medic Marcus Luttrell, Matthew Axelson and communications specialist Danny Dietz.


Trollhunters: Rise of the Titans. Poster of the 2021 movie and cover of the 2015 book, Trollhunters
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Trollhunters
Guillermo del Toro, Daniel Kraus, 2015
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Johane Matte, Francisco Ruiz Velasco, Andrew L. Schmidt, 2021

Arcadia Oaks may look like an ordinary town, but it lies at the center of magical and extraterrestrial lines that makes it a nexus for many battles among otherworldly creatures including trolls, aliens, and wizards. Now, the heroes from the hit series Trollhunters, 3Below, and Wizards team-up in their most epic adventure yet where they must fight the Arcane Order for control over the magic that binds them all together.


Killer Joe. Poster of the 2011 movie and cover of the 1999 book
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Killer Joe
Tracy Letts, 1999
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William Friedkin, 2011

In West Dallas, Texas, 22-year-old drug dealer Chris Smith comes to the house of his father Ansel and step-mother Sharla, after his mother, Adele, threw him out of her house. Assuming Dottie would share the money with Chris and their father, Chris manages to rope the dim-witted Ansel into hiring Joe Cooper, a police detective who has a side career as a contract killer, to kill Ansel’s ex-wife to get the money.


Taking Woodstock. Poster of the 2009 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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Taking Woodstock
Elliot Tiber, 2006
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Ang Lee, 2009

Set in 1969, the film follows the true story of Elliot Tiber, whose parents own the small dilapidated El Monaco Resort in White Lake. When Elliot hears that a neighboring town has pulled the permit on a hippie music festival, he calls the producers thinking he could drum up some much-needed business for his parents’ run-down motel. Three weeks later, half a million people are on their way to his neighbor’s farm in White Lake, New York.


Savages. Poster of the 2012 movie and cover of the 2010 book
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Savages
Don Winslow, 2010
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Oliver Stone, 2012

Best friends Chon and Ben are marijuana growers in Laguna Beach, California. Ophelia is kidnapped by Lado’s gang; Chon and Ben are notified of the kidnapping by a video call from cartel leader Elena Sánchez, who threatens to harm Ophelia if they decline the partnership.


Speed Racer. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 1966 comic book, Speed Racer: Mach Go Go Go
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Speed Racer: Mach Go Go Go
Tatsuo Yoshida, 1966
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Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski, 2008

Speed Racer is an 18-year-old whose life and love has always been automobile racing. Racer Taejo Togokahn supposedly has evidence that could indict Royalton but will only offer it up if Speed and the mysterious masked Racer X agree to race on his team, which could also substantially raise the stock price of his family’s racing business, blocking a Royalton-arranged buyout.


The Motel Life. Poster of the 2012 movie and cover of the 2006 book
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The Motel Life
Willy Vlautin, 2006
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Alan Polsky, Gabe Polsky, 2012

Frank and Jerry Lee Flannigan lead an itinerant lifestyle, taking on various odd jobs, indulging in heavy drinking, and wandering between motels. Their solace lies in Frank’s captivating tales and Jerry Lee’s intricate artwork. However, their world takes a sharp turn when Jerry Lee becomes entangled in a hit-and-run incident. This event compels the siblings to embark on a journey across the state, leading them to the doorstep of Annie, a former flame of Frank’s.