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: Another poignant post from Wait But Why that visualized the remaining time we have with loved ones, using data to highlight the preciousness of quality time.

: The year saw a surge in "mortification" essays, where writers submitted themselves to the "ordeal of being known" to explore broader human complexities. Systemic Failures : Another poignant post from Wait But Why

The undisputed king of was Star Wars: The Force Awakens . Directed by J.J. Abrams, the film hit theaters in December with a ferocity never seen before. It wasn't just a movie; it was a cultural reawakening. Erasing the bad taste of the prequels, Episode VII reintroduced the world to Han, Leia, and Luke while launching new heroes (Rey, Finn, and Poe Dameron) into the stratosphere. It grossed over $2 billion globally, becoming the highest-grossing film of the year and the third-highest of all time at that moment. Directed by J

In February, a simple photograph of a bodycon dress went viral globally as millions argued over whether it was black and blue or white and gold. If you want to explore this pivotal year further, Erasing the bad taste of the prequels, Episode

Also in 2015 , a quirky indie game by Toby Fox called Undertale dropped. With its quirky graphics and pacifist mechanics, it reminded the industry that games could be about kindness, not just violence.