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From Mouse Traps to Superhero Roles: Josh Hartnett's Unexpected Journey!

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Ever wondered how Josh Hartnett might tackle a superhero role? Or how to properly clean a mouse trap? We’ve got the surprisingly fun scoop on both!

When it comes to superheroes, the film world is abuzz with excitement as blockbuster hits like Deadpool and Wolverine dominate the box office. One familiar face that you might be wondering about is Josh Hartnett. Recently, the actor addressed the potential for him to don a superhero cape or spandex suit. Although he rose to fame in the early 2000s with films like 'Pearl Harbor' and '40 Days and 40 Nights', Hartnett has been relatively quiet in Hollywood lately. But with comic book adaptations hitting new highs, he may just get a chance to show us what he’s got in the superhero arena.

Switching gears from Hollywood's silver screen to more practical matters, cleaning mouse traps is an entirely different ball game. Judge John Hodgman recently received an inquiry that might make you scratch your head. Andrew, whose girlfriend, Maria, suggested using plastic mouse traps, claimed he cleans them by tossing them in the dishwasher! Now, that’s a solution that might surprise many pest control aficionados! Cleaning a trap designed for rodents in a place where you prepare your food isn’t the most conventional method, but it certainly sparked a debate.

Hartnett’s crossover potential highlights not just the transformation of actors into superheroes but also the wild ideas that sometimes plague our everyday life, like cleaning kitchen equipment in surprise ways. As it turns out, the crossover of topics here isn’t as ridiculous as it seems. Cleaning a mouse trap and embodying a superhero both require skill — one to tackle pests and the other to tackle evil! Each can invoke a special kind of power, whether it’s controlling rodent populations or saving the world from villainy.

In the world of cinema, Josh Hartnett has long been an actor to watch, increasingly sought after for diverse roles that push his creative boundaries. Although he hasn't been fitted for a cape yet, fans of the genre can hope he may accept a role in an upcoming superhero flick. Meanwhile, for those keeping pest control tips handy, just remember: when it comes to cleaning a mouse trap, it’s all about keeping your kitchen safe and free from unwanted guests.

As a fun fact, did you know that the very first superhero action film was Richard Donner's 1978 'Superman'? It's incredible how far the genre has come, culminating in our today's superhero blockbusters! On a smaller scale, mouse traps have been used for centuries. The origin of the mouse trap can be traced back to the early 1800s, showcasing human ingenuity in dealing with pesky rodents. In this mix of entertainment and practicality, it’s all about efficiency, whether on the big screen or in your own backyard!

Trap: Josh Hartnett Addresses Potential for Superhero Role After ... (Comicbook.com)

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Judge John Hodgman on the Right Way to Clean a Mouse Trap (The New York Times)

Andrew writes: My girlfriend, Maria, and I use plastic mouse traps to deal with pests. I put them in the dishwasher when they need cleaning.

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Josh Harnett stars as 'The Butcher' in new thriller 'Trap' (FOX 32 Chicago)

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'Trap' movie review: Josh Hartnett deviously good in tense M. Night ... (The Prague Reporter)

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Josh Hartnett in M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap' is a Whole New Josh ... (Newsweek)

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'Lots Of Interesting Aspects': Josh Hartnett REVEALS What His Film ... (PINKVILLA)

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Josh Hartnett Explains What His Role in Trap Taught Him About ... (CBR)

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Trap Star Josh Hartnett Studied Serial Killers for M. Night ... (MovieWeb)

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'The Trap': Josh Hartnett Talks Working With M. Night Shyamalan ... (The Playlist)

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World Bank warns 108 countries risk being stuck in 'middle-income ... (The Guardian)

Too many nations, including China and India, are relying on outmoded strategies to become advanced economies, says report.

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“Middle-Income Trap” Hinders Progress in 108 Developing Countries (World Bank Group)

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World Bank offers roadmap to avoid 'middle-income trap' (The Business Times)

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India, China may fall into middle-income trap along with 106 ... (Business Today)

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Josh Hartnett Reveals How Family Helped Him Shed Trap's Dark ... (Comicbook.com)

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"TRAP" - Review (Next Best Picture)

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Get ready for a thrilling ride with 'Trap' - Khmer Times (Khmer Times)

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Trap: M. Night Shyamalan Reveals Why Thriller's Killer is Revealed ... (Comicbook.com)

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Is 'Trap' Streaming? Where To Watch M. Night Shyamalan's Gripping ... (Collider.com)

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Josh Hartnett plays a killer dad in M. Night Shyamalan's thriller 'Trap' (USA TODAY)

Josh Hartnett stars as a serial killer who takes his daughter to a pop concert and the authorities are on the hunt in M. Night Shyamalan's "Trap."

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This bug trap is a grossly satisfying graveyard for my kitchen's fruit flies (Yahoo Lifestyle)

I didn't want to use insecticides, and I didn't need to — the bright light and sticky cartridge did the dirty work sans chemicals.

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How to Watch 'Trap': Is the Horror Film Streaming or in Theaters? (TheWrap)

“Trap” stars Josh Hartnett as a father who takes his daughter to a pop concert only to learn that the entire event was a ploy to catch a serial killer – him.

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Trap movie review & film summary (2024) | Roger Ebert (Roger Ebert)

Josh Hartnett almost makes Trap worth seeing, imbuing his character with a playfulness that can be captivating. It's a shame his great work sometimes feels ...

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Trap Review: M. Night Shyamalan's Best-Engineered Work Since ... (The Film Stage)

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Does M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap' Have An End Credits Scene? (Forbes)

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'Trap' Review: Each Twist is More Contrived Than the Last (Variety)

It starts out at a pop concert designed as a trap to catch Josh Hartnett's serial killer. But his emotions are no more believable than his escapes.

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'Trap' review: A silly, solidly entertaining M. Night Shyamalan thriller (The Associated Press)

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M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap' Review: A Satisfyingly Sinister Thriller (Daily Beast)

The King of Twists turns a Taylor Swift-inspired concert into a tense game of cat and mouse involving a serial killer, a pop star, and some tingly thrills.

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Trap First Reviews: Josh Hartnett Powers a Surprisingly ... (Rotten Tomatoes)

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'Trap' Review: A Wily Josh Hartnett Propels M. Night Shyamalan's ... (Hollywood Reporter)

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'Trap' Review: Josh Hartnett Steals The Show In Latest M. Night ... (Dread Central)

Featuring gorgeous cinematography and a stellar lead performance by Josh Hartnett, 'Trap' is just plain fun.

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Movie Review: Josh Hartnett goes big as the serial killer in M. Night ... (ABC News)

Josh Hartnett plays a dad taking his young teen daughter to a Taylor Swift-like arena concert in “Trap.”

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'Trap' Review: Josh Hartnett Tries Hard, But He Can't Save M. Night ... (Deadline)

A review of 'Trap' from director/writer M. Night Shyamalan and starring Josh Hartnett as a fireman/suburban dad who is a serial killer on the side.

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'Trap' lacks the heft of some of M. Night Shyamalan's best films, but ... (EW.com)

M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap,' starring Josh Hartnett, lacks some of the heft of his best films, but it will still keep you on the edge of your seat.

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