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Is there a passage in Lord of the Rings told from the perspective of an orc?

Why do Klingons use cloaking devices?

What are some examples of Lovecraft's racism in his published short stories?

Spaceship from a film or show that is semi circular in shape with a section jutting out of the middle

Which actor has portrayed the most distinct roles in the Star Trek universe?

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How did the Millennium Falcon appear in Blade Runner?

Why is Thranduil portrayed more noble as opposed to his Woodland Elves?

Name of short sci-fi story involving a musician who is punished for listening to Bach

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