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The myth of dragons likely originated from ancient discoveries of dinosaur fossils, which varied in size and shape, inspiring tales of winged, clawed, reptilian beasts. Credit : PINTEREST
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The ending of The Long Good Friday is iconic, as the camera lingers on Bob Hoskins' expressive face for a full minute, viewers witness a silent, powerful reckoning. Credit : PINTEREST
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