It has long been an in-joke amonghorrorfans about franchises heading to space in order to spark some interest in a dying franchise. This statement holds some merit, with a few notable franchises reaching low points when deciding to do the equivalent of “jumping the shark.” At the same time, not all the franchises that made the leap actually suffered for it, with some of the movies being revered among the fan base....
Brad Pitt suffers an existential crisis during a space mission to save Earth.Ad Astradigs deep into the human psyche while exploring the vast reaches of the cosmos. The constant search for self becomes draining.Ad Astra’s equivalent to two hours of interstellar therapy accompanied by mind-blowing visual effects. Thankfully the superb action scenes rescue the narrative from introspection overload. Ad Astraopens “in the near future.” Major Roy McBride (Brad Pitt) survives acatastrophic malfunction while repairing the International Space Station....
When looking at the filmography of comedian and actorAdam Sandler, it is difficult not to be astounded by the clear divide between the kinds of projects he chooses. On the one side, you have such critically acclaimed works as Paul Thomas Anderson’sPunch Drunk Loveand the recent Safdie Brothers hitUncut Gems, and on the other stands movies such as theGrown Upseries,The Do-Overand, shudder,Jack and Jill. Despite this stark contrast, Sandler himself has now gone on record saying that he has never once phoned in a performance....
Zack Snyder has earned himself an executive producer credit onAquaman. The DC hero is getting his first ever live-action solo movie later this year, with formerGame of Thronesstar Jason Momoa reprising his role as the Atlantean, following his appearance in last year’sJustice League. Now, thanks to an update on the movie’s official website, it’s been revealed thatZack Snyder, along with his wife and producing partner Deborah Snyder, is being credited as an executive producer onAquaman....
Starz held their New York Comic Con panel for the hit seriesAsh vs. Evil Deadyesterday, and with the second episode of Season 2 debuting Sunday night, it seems the show will be sticking around for at least one more season. A new report reveals that Starz has renewedAsh vs. Evil Deadfor a third season comprised of 10 episodes, just like the first two seasons. The news has yet to be confirmed by Starz at this time, but this doesn’t come as much of a surprise, considering the ratings for theAsh vs....
Could Vision really have survived Thanos ripping the Mind Stone from his head? A newAvengers: Endgamefan theory believes that he did and that he will ultimately be the key component that helps take down the Mad Titan and saves the decimated superheroes. Now that the Endgame trailer has been released, Marvel Cinematic Universe fans have been diving deep into the source material to see how the dusted characters will return, and this new theory strays away from the time travel theories that have been floating around....
All of theseStar Warsrarities will be hitting Disney+ on April 2. These relics of the past will finally be available on a major streaming service for fans to revisit. Or, in many cases, certain fans may have the chance to see them for the first time. And likely better quality versions of these shows and movies than are currently available elsewhere. Though not considered canon, two made-for-TV movies centered on the Ewoks, who we met inReturn of the Jedi, were produced....
Cynthia Erivois still riding a huge wave of success following December’s record-breaking release ofWicked, but her next role was never going to pass without a lot of controversy. While the phenomenal singer and actress will be reprising her role as Elphaba in thesecond part of Jon M. Chu’s musical adaptation, this summer will see her returning to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musicalJesus Christ Superstarfor a series of special performances at the Hollywood Bowl....
Dead to Me ended on a cliffhanger that could have been left ambiguous had Netflix not decided to continue this dark, twisted ride. But we no longer need to wonder what happened in the lives of Jen and Judy, as the pair will be back in all-new episodes sometime next year. Today,Netflixannounced thatDead to Mehas been renewed for season 2. And both Christina Applegate and Linda Cardellini will return to reprise their roles as best friends Jen Harding and Judy Hale....
Almost exactly six years ago,Disneyshocked the world when it was announced that they had acquired all of Lucasfilm for $4.05 billion. George Lucas was getting out of theStar Warsbusiness and the Mouse House’s purchase came with the promise of new movies in a galaxy far, far away, something many thought would never happen. Now, just six years after spending those billions, Disney has turned a profit on their investment, meaning that the franchise should be a cash cow for them for many years to come....
The Marvel Cinematic Universe is no longer a strange experiment in the world of filmmaking. It is now a very well oiled machine that has produced 13 blockbuster films that have grossed a combined total of more than $10 billion worldwide. And in a lot of ways as the MCU enters phase 3, it is really just getting started. With lots of new characters being introduced over the coming years and lots of corners of the Marvel Universe barely even touched on, if even explored at all, Kevin Feige and Co....
Equal pay has been a hotly debated topic in Hollywood in recent years. Many feel it shouldn’t even be a debate and certain women in the business have really stepped up to make it clear that they deserve to be paid just as much as their male co-stars.ShamelessstarEmmy Rossumis one of those women and ifShowtimewants an eighth season of the show, they are going to have to pay her at least as much, if not more thanWilliam H....
Gremlinsis both a cute and terrifying Christmas movie with plenty of easter eggs about pop culture that are easy to miss. The movie, released in 1984, played with the limits of its PG rating, and introduced the inventive lore of sweet little creatures that can turn into horrifying monsters if their owner doesn’t follow a strict set of rules. Attending to all the best holiday season trademarks,Gremlinshas a unique feeling of Christmas magic gone wrong as the situation gets out of control in a small Pennsylvanian town....
