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While some thought that The Boy and the Heron would be Hayao Miyazaki’s last film, that no longer seems to be the case. The Studio Ghibli icon may have also revealed his next project. A sequel?  Thanks to eagle-eyed fans, clues may have been given out for Miyazaki’s next venture. In a broadcast of the […]

In Hollywood’s ceaseless current quest to form cinematic universes galore, there is one glaring genre omission in the film trend — a comedy-centered cinematic universe. Sure, studios have crossed over comedic properties with other franchises in the past (looking at you, Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein), but the closest thing the film world has to […]

Lucy Dacus, Julien Baker and Phoebe Bridgers — better known collectively these days as the breakout superband boygenius — have some seriously gallows humor when it comes to their wish for the band’s future. In a deep-dive piece in the New York Times on the group and their recent tour, boygenius delved into their hopes […]

Zack Snyder’s films have often had a history of drawing polarizing responses from audiences and critics, with the former typically enjoying his films while the latter have harsher opinions. It appears the same can be said for Rebel Moon Part 1: A Child of Fire, and Snyder’s writing partner has some thoughts about the critical […]

It’s the time of year where the air is filled with joy and cheer, and the latest episode of What If…? got in on the holiday cheers with what was effectively the series’ holiday special. Along with plenty of holiday gags, the episode makes no effort to hide its inspiration from one of the most […]

Scream 7, the next installment of the iconic horror movie franchise, has lost its director, Christopher Landon, who announced his departure on social media, Deadline reports. Landon, who is known for his horror-comedy films such as Happy Death Day and Freaky, was in talks to take over from Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the duo […]

Marvel Studios is wrapping up 2023 with an exciting end-of-year surprise for fans: the much-anticipated arrival of What If…? Season 2. As the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) expanded dramatically in recent years, this animated series has carved a unique niche by exploring alternative storylines within the familiar superhero universe. Remembering the first season, fans had […]

Zack Snyder is familiar with playing in other cinematic sandboxes, whether it be his remake of Dawn of the Dead or fostering the DCEU with Man of Steel. One he hasn’t gotten the chance to, though, is James Bond, but it doesn’t mean the director doesn’t have an idea for the kind of movie he […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has become full of superhero teams protecting the universe from threats at the planetary, cosmic, and multiversal levels, but the team at the heart of the universe has been The Avengers. It is The Avengers who get the spotlight in the second episode of What If…?’s second season, telling of how […]

The concluding installment of the DCEU ended with Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom. But while it’s currently captivating audiences in theaters, Aquaman’s post-credit scene is receiving backlash from the audience. As a direct sequel to its 2019 predecessor, the film delves into the relationship between Jason Momoa’s Arthur Curry and his brother Orm, portrayed by […]

Kansas City quarterback Patrick Mahomes shared that Taylor Swift has seamlessly become a part of the “Chiefs Kingdom” and has been embraced by the team during her relationship with tight end Travis Kelce. Mahomes, speaking on “CBS Mornings,” mentioned that although there were a few jokes initially, Swift is now considered part of the team. […]

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has grown from a single reality into a vast multiverse teeming with possibilities, many of which viewers get continue briefly exploring with season two of What If…? The voice of The Watcher welcomes viewers back for the animated series’ new season that sends them off to the stars to explore a […]

In the realm of the Golden Globe-nominated and Oscars-shortlisted film Poor Things, director Ari Aster found an unexpected parallel to a familiar place – the Cheesecake Factory. Aster shared during Variety’s Directors on Directors series with Poor Things director Yorgos Lanthimos that the film’s Lisbon sequence reminded him of the chain restaurant. Cheesecake Factory, known […]

In a recent podcast episode of ‘Leave it On the Dance Floor,’ Abby Lee Miller didn’t hold back in critiquing Taylor Swift’s dance skills. Despite Swift’s accomplishments as TIME’s Person of the Year, Billboard’s biggest pop star of 2023, and one of Forbes’ powerful billionaire women, Miller humorously placed her at the bottom of the […]

Following the announcement that the MCU will no longer feature Jonathan Majors in upcoming Avengers films, fans are curious about which Kang-level villains will take his place. Luckily, besides various Kang variants, Marvel has a range of other villains to consider. #1 Doctor Doom As speculations initially emerged about the MCU shifting its focus away […]

It is normal to see various characters pop up in other Marvel Cinematic Universe entries beyond their own, whether it be in a simple cameo or in a full supporting role. This continues with season two of Marvel Studios’ animated series What If…?, which has confirmed a massive list of MCU stars returning to the […]

The holidays is not just a time for joy and cheer, it is also a time for some big theatrical releases hoping to cash in on audiences’ time off from work and school. Heading into Christmas weekend, it is looking like Warner Bros. is going to be the studio having a very green holiday at […]

The timeless allure of Greek mythology finds its contemporary resurgence in Disney+’s revitalized take on Rick Riordan’s beloved Percy Jackson series. This reimagined adaptation promises a refreshing narrative arc, a faithful homage to the source material, and an ensemble cast that breathes new life into these iconic characters. Rediscovering the Journey The journey begins with […]

As the DCEU comes to a close with the release of Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, fans eyes now turn toward what is to come with the new DC Universe under the guidance of James Gunn and Peter Safran. The first film in this new cinematic universe will be 2025’s Superman: Legacy, and Gunn has […]

When attempting to describe the story of the Von Erich family, now immortalized forever in Sean Durkin’s movie The Iron Claw, it’s hard not to immediately default to one noun above all others: Tragedy. From the initial passing of Fritz Von Erich’s first son, Jack Jr., to the series of suicides that left Kevin Von […]

While the world of professional wrestling has plenty of “royal families,” no family may have endured more triumphs or tragedies than the Von Erich family in Texas. It was the latter, though, that the director of The Iron Claw haunted him growing up as a wrestling fan and especially as a fan of the family […]

These apes really have it out for taking over our planet. Wes Ball, the director of the upcoming Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, teased in an exclusive interview with Empire magazine that the film could be the first in a new trilogy for the lucrative Apes franchise. “From the beginning we thought about […]

Ahead of U2’s Sphere residency, I wrote a list of 28 songs I wanted to hear at the venue during the setlist. Not all of them happened, but as Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Bram van den Berg enjoy their holiday break from the Sphere shows, I wanted to see how many I got […]

Jason Momoa doesn’t seem confident that he’ll return to the DCU as Aquaman. But Peter Safran, who will oversee the new regime with James Gunn, opened the door for his return in some capacity. The door is always open Speaking to the Independent, Safran seemed to say that Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom will be […]

Right before the Holidays, we have a few shows we’d like to share with you. It’s almost Christmas, and apart from the usual Holiday shows that you would watch with your friends and family, there are still some new shows you can watch if you’re looking for something new. In the spirit of giving, here […]

During a recent interview, Saltburn director Emerald Fennell made a sad admission regarding her movie based on the DC character, Zatanna. “No, it’s not happening” Appearing on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Fennell was asked about her Zatanna script and if it’ll be happening under the new James Gunn and Peter Safran DCU regime. “No, […]

Very little is known about Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis, the film doesn’t even have a distributor. One of the film’s stars, Adam Driver, recently teased the upcoming film, calling it “epic.” “The best shooting experience”  During an interview with Collider, Driver reflected on the experience of shooting Megalopolis. First, he praised Coppola for self-financing the […]

Kiersey Clemons has made her way into a new franchise after being in the DCEU ‘s The Flash and Zack Snyder’s Justice League. She now stars in the MonsterVerse’s new series, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters. She stars as May, an immigrant living in Japan during the events of Monarch. Talking to ClutchPoints at the mid-season […]

Despite the DCEU coming to a close with Aquaman 2 (properly titled Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom), that doesn’t mean there can’t be a post-credits scene. Or does it? What’s it about? Warning: Spoilers for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom ahead Aquaman 2 is the follow-up to the 2018 James Wan joint. The film made […]

Aquaman 2, aka Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom, is here. How does the DCEU end? And what is its final MCU reference? Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom ending explained Warning: Spoilers for Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom ahead At the beginning of Aquaman 2, Arthur (Jason Momoa) has taken on the role of King of […]

Christopher Nolan’s film, “Oppenheimer,” defied expectations this summer, taking the box office by storm alongside “Barbie” during blockbuster season, EmpireOnline reports. Despite its challenging three-hour runtime and weighty subject matter centered on J. Robert Oppenheimer and the creation of the atomic bomb, Nolan’s movie became a cinematic event, grossing over $951 million globally, a remarkable […]

Starz has stunned fans of the horror-comedy series “Shining Vale” with Courteney Cox by confirming that the show’s second season will serve as its final installment on the network. Co-creator Jeff Astrof, although already working on a third season, expressed hopes of finding a new home for the series, Variety reports. The Season 2 finale, […]

The first reviews for Aquaman 2 (aka Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom) are in, and the sequel to the $1 billion-grossing film has been flamed by critics. Cold as ice reviews The embargo for reviews lifted this morning, and critics have panned The Lost Kingdom. For reference, its predecessor wasn’t an overwhelming hit. On Rotten […]

If there’s one thing all NBA fans can agree on, it’s that nobody likes a flopper. The NBA has tried fines, suspensions, and this year, its most stringent rule change yet to deter the practice. Known officially in the league as Secondary Theatrical Exaggerated Movements — or S.T.E.M. (not to be confused with the ultra-trendy […]

One of Vin Diesel’s former assistants has filed a lawsuit against the Fast & Furious star. The Fast Five production Vanity Fair reported that a former assistant of Diesel’s sued him for alleged sexual battery. The lawsuit also is suing for sex/gender discrimination, infliction of emotional distress, hostile work environment, wrongful termination, and retaliation. It […]

The Iron Claw brings professional wrestling back to the big screen. Yes, films like The Wrestler and Fighting with My Family have done that, but Sean Durkin’s film is a new take. Just from the look of the film, you can tell that The Iron Claw is different. Speaking to ClutchPoints about his latest film, […]

Rachel McAdams wasn’t in the recent Mean Girls reunion Walmart ads. And she finally revealed why. Not fletch enough to be in her bag Some of Mean Girls’ original cast including Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Seyfried, and Lacey Chabert, were in the new Walmart ads. For McAdams, she didn’t feel “excited” about doing it. “I don’t […]

The Family Plan has broken a huge Apple TV+ record. The new Mark Wahlberg film has been a big hit for the studio. A record-breaking debut Deadline is reporting that The Family Plan is the “most viewed” movie ever for Apple TV+. This is after having the highest debut for an original film on the streaming […]

Jake Gyllenhaal’s upcoming Road House reboot got a surprise Prime Video release date. A surprisingly close release date It’s being reported that the Road House reboot will be released on Prime Video on March 21, 2024. This comes after it was reported that Gyllenhaal’s team went to extreme lengths to get the film a theatrical […]