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Okay, so in ‘Alpha Protocol,’ you play as Michael Thorton, basically a secret agent trying to figure out this huge global conspiracy. What’s really cool is that your choices matter. Like, seriously matter. They change how countries see you and how people react to you throughout the game. It’s a mix of sneaking around and straight-up action, all set in this modern spy world. People really love it because of how deep the role-playing is, and how every decision feels like it has an immediate impact. It’s not just a story, it’s your story, shaped by what you do.

Ian McKellen is well-known for playing Magneto, the strong-willed mutant, in multiple ‘X-Men’ movies. He revealed he was gay in 1988 and has been a dedicated supporter of LGBTQ+ rights ever since. Many consider his portrayal of the character – a complex villain who sometimes helps the heroes – to be a defining part of today’s superhero films. McKellen infused the role with a sense of importance and depth, drawing on Magneto’s backstory as someone who survived the Holocaust.

This actress is famous for being a mother to a large family, built through international adoption. She began her family by adopting a son from Cambodia while filming ‘Tomb Raider’ there. Later, she adopted a daughter from Ethiopia and another son from Vietnam. Her children have accompanied her around the globe as she juggles her successful acting career with her passion for helping others. She’s deeply committed to important worldwide causes, and this often guides her work both on screen and through her activism.

The show centered around the chaotic escapades of a nervous chihuahua and a not-very-bright cat. It gained notoriety for its bizarre, up-close visuals and often disturbing depictions of anatomy. Known for its dark, edgy humor and frequent bursts of violence, the series often pushed the boundaries of what network television allowed. Despite – or perhaps because of – its controversial nature, it developed a dedicated cult following thanks to its strange, mature themes.

This game, created by SIE Japan Studio and published by Sony Interactive Entertainment, lets you play as a character who can change size by collecting special items. It’s a platforming and action game designed for fun with family and friends – a second player can easily join in to help solve puzzles or fight enemies. Compared to the first game, this version has more interesting ways to play and a better system for improving your character’s abilities.

Wesley Snipes rose to fame as an action star in movies like ‘New Jack City’ and the ‘Blade’ films. However, his life changed dramatically when he was found guilty of not filing his taxes. He spent three years in prison and accumulated a huge debt to the IRS, reportedly owing millions in back taxes. Since then, he’s been working to revive his career with a range of film projects.

Renée Zellweger is well-known for gaining weight to play Bridget Jones. She ate a high-calorie diet to convincingly portray the character’s physique. While she sometimes changed her weight for other roles, she regained the weight for several Bridget Jones sequels. This physical transformation became strongly associated with her most famous role and made her even more popular with fans. Later, she discussed the difficulties of dramatically changing her body for the films.

This cartoon follows a shy pink dog who has to save his older owners from spooky, supernatural dangers in a lonely town. Every episode is filled with strange monsters and unsettling situations, brought to life with unique and experimental animation. The show is famous for its creepy feeling and features scary villains like haunted mummies and frightening barbers. A lot of kids found the bizarre images and the isolated location deeply disturbing. It’s still considered a prime example of psychological horror aimed at children.

Neil Patrick Harris is best known for playing Barney Stinson on the TV show ‘How I Met Your Mother’. Over the show’s nine seasons, his character became famous for his complicated plans to attract women and his memorable lines. Harris received several Emmy nominations for the role, which is now considered a classic in TV comedy. Interestingly, despite playing a character known for pursuing women, Harris publicly came out as gay in 2006.

Sidney Poitier made a conscious decision to only play Black characters who were portrayed as dignified and intelligent. He famously rejected roles that showed Black men as servants or in menial jobs. This commitment was incredibly important during the Civil Rights Movement and helped change how Hollywood told stories. Movies like ‘In the Heat of the Night’ and ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner’ are great examples of his dedication to complex and thoughtful performances. By refusing to settle for stereotypical roles, he opened doors for other actors to demand more meaningful representation in film and television.