Florida or Fiction
A man was arrested for throwing an alligator through a drive-thru window at a Wendy’s.
What is Florida? (This actually happened in 2015. A man tossed a 3.5-foot alligator into a Wendy’s drive-thru in Palm Beach County.)
Which song by the modern day "Princess of Pop" expresses the following:
"All girls wanna be like that/Bad girls underneath like that/You know how I'm feeling inside"
What is Dangerous Woman by Ariana Grande?
This hero can teleport short distances, leaving behind a cloud of smoke and sulfur. They also have a distinctive accent and general apperance.
What is SuperHero? (Nightcrawler)
In the original ending of this 1996 romantic drama, the protagonist dies tragically after the plane crash. However, the filmmakers later decided to change it, allowing for a more hopeful ending with the protagonist surviving and finding a way back home.
What is Cast Away?
This 2004 film by Hayao Miyazaki tells the story of a young girl who gets trapped in a mystical bathhouse and must work to save her parents and herself.
What is Spirited Away?
A woman was caught trying to use an iguana as currency to pay for her bar tab.
What is Fiction? (Surprisingly, no record of this happening in Florida... yet.)
Which song by Adele's male counter-part says the following:
"Maybe it's 'cause I got a little bit older/Maybe it's all that I've been through/I'd like to think it's how you lean on my shoulder/And how I see myself with you."
What is Fire on Fire by Sam Smith?
This hero can manipulate the electromagnetic field, allowing them to control metal objects with their mind, fly through the air, and even generate powerful magnetic shields. They are often depicted with an aura of magnetic energy around them.
What is Superhero? (Magneto)
The original ending of this 1980s teen drama had the protagonist not getting the girl, leaving the high school experience with a sense of failure. The final version was changed to give a more optimistic resolution, with the protagonist winning the girl and leaving high school on a positive note.
What is The Breakfast Club?
This 2012 animated film features a boy named Victor who brings his dog Sparky back to life, only to face the consequences of his actions.
What is Frankenweenie?
A Florida man was pulled over while riding a lawnmower on the highway, claiming he was “too drunk to walk.”
What is Florida? (In 2018, a man was actually arrested for driving a lawnmower under the influence in Haines City.)
In light of her recently announced hiatus, this song dates back to the beginning of this pop icons career, saying:
"I build myself up/And fly around in circles/Waiting as my heart drops/And my back begins to tingle."
What is Chasing Pavements by Adele?
This hero’s power is linked to the manipulation of sound energy, often using their voice to emit vibrations strong enough to break barriers. Their control over these soundwaves is both offensive and defensive.
What is Superhero? (Black Bolt)
In the original draft of this iconic superhero movie, a pivotal character was supposed to remain dead at the end of the film. However, the filmmakers decided to bring them back in a post-credits scene, teasing future appearances. This character is often associated with the phrase "With great power comes great responsibility."
What is Spider-Man? (2002)
In this Cartoon Network animated series a group of three siblings, a cat, goldfish, and rabbit, must navigate through the middle school experience.
A Florida man once tried to rob a gas station using a live snake as a weapon.
What is Fiction? (While Florida has a lot of wild crime, no documented case of a snake robbery… yet.)
Everyone's favorite camera-shy, Mid-Western Princess has many popular songs about lesbian yearning. This one specifically goes on to say:
"Made you the villain/Evil for just moving on/I see your shadow/I see it even with the lights off."
What is The Subway by Chappell Roan?
This hero’s primary ability is limited telepathy, but they can only control others if they make physical contact with them. They are known for their calm demeanor, preferring subtle manipulation rather than direct combat.
What is Super Fake? (Fake hero with limited telepathic power, not based on an existing character)
In the original ending of this 1999 cult classic, the protagonist ends up taking the life of the antagonist in a final, violent confrontation. However, the filmmakers rewrote the conclusion to allow the protagonist to escape without further bloodshed, leaving the story with a more reflective, philosophical note.
What is Fight Club?
In this 2003 - 2006 animated series, the audience follows five superpower wielding teens as they protect their city from dangerous threats.
What is Teen Titans?
A man once legally changed his name to “Captain Awesome” and later got arrested for punching a Taco Bell employee over missing hot sauce packets.
What is Florida? (A man in Florida did change his name to Captain Awesome, and while there are countless fast-food fights, no confirmation of him attacking a Taco Bell worker. But hey, it could happen.)
Women and men everywhere gathered across the globe to watch the critically acclaimed, and arguably original Wizard of Oz fanfic, Wicked. Which number featured these lyrics?
"When you're thoughtless/Those who don't try/Never look foolish"
What is Dancing Through Life?
This hero has mastered the ability to form singularities with their mind, creating miniature black holes that can absorb both matter and energy. These holes can be used as weapons or for storing objects, and their power remains largely uncontrollable.
What is Super Fake? (Fake hero concept with black hole manipulation, not an actual character)
In the original ending of this 1996 thriller, the villain is not revealed until the very end, creating a shocking twist. However, the filmmakers changed it to reveal the villain’s identity earlier, providing a clearer lead-up to the final confrontation.
What is Scream?
In this 2014 animated film, A mindless cog in a universe of prefab conformity stumbles upon an ancient prophecy, unlocking a rebellion against the tyranny of order, where imagination is the ultimate subversion.
What is The Lego Movie?