Greatest American Hero Reboot Gets New Girl Star in the Lead

ABC has foundThe Greatest American Hero, castingNew Girlstar Hannah Simone as the lead character Meera. With theNew Girlfinal season debuting in April, Hannah Simone was one of the most sought-after actresses this pilot season, with this report revealing that she was fielding numerous offers before choosingThe Greatest American Heropilot. Hannah Simone will be playing a 30-year-old Indian-American woman named Meera, who has a penchant for karaoke and imbibing tequila, and often finds herself at odds with her traditional Indian-American family, as she searches for purpose in her life....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 496 words · Richard Watson

Halloween Kills Has the Most Violent Scene of Director David Gordon Green's Career

It seems Michael Myers' most violent days are ahead of him. This, according to director and co-writer David Gordon Green, who promises thatHalloween Killswill feature the most violent scene of his career. So, at the very least, we are up for something more violent than in its 2018 predecessor. And, oddly enough in this case, more violent than anything in the 2008 stoner comedy,Pineapple Express. David Gordon Greenparticipated in an online watch party over the weekend for 2018’s Halloween....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 461 words · Patrick Perez

Hulk Will Return in Thor: Ragnarok

Just a few days ago, arumorstarted to spread thatMark Ruffalo’s Hulk will next appear inThor: Ragnarok.Deadlinehas now confirmed that is true. The actor is currently in talks to reprise his role as scientist Bruce Banner in what is being called a cosmic road trip. He will be the secondary character behindChris Hemsworth’sNorse God. Taika Waititiis directingThor: Ragnarok. The filmmaker is best known for comedy movies likeWhat We Do in the ShadowsandEagle Vs....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 452 words · Linda Hoffman

James Gunn Reveals How 'Superman' David Corenswet is Like Christopher Reeve

Supermanfans are still rejoicing afterthe trailer forJames Gunn’s upcoming film premiered yesterday. However, some are still complaining about Gunn’s casting ofDavid Corenswetas Clark Kent/Superman. The trailer should have put concerns to rest, but the director’s latest statements will probably help, because apparently,Corenswet’s presence reminded the director of Christopher Reeve, the original Hollywood star who played Superman in Richard Donner’s versions of the superhero franchise. After the trailer for 2025’s revival ofSupermandropped, there were many questions:Why did Superman bleed?...

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 646 words · Mary Aguilar

Jay Leno Apologizes for Decades of Jokes Perpetuating Asian Stereotypes

FormerTonight ShowhostJay Lenohas apologized for a series of offensive jokes told about Asians over the course of his decades-long career in comedy. Complaints about Leno’s jokes are not new, as the apology comes after a 15-year campaign from the activist group Media Action Network for Asian Americans (MANAA). While the comedian always preferred to ignore these concerns in the past, the recent tragedy that left several Asian women dead in Atlanta appears to have altered Leno’s perspective....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 519 words · Melissa Frazier

Jeremy Renner Returns to Filming Mayor of Kingstown Season Three: ‘Day One on Set'

Following his accident, actorJeremy Rennerhas returned to work and is now on set and filming the third season ofMayor of Kingstown. Taking to social media to share an image of himself back in action, Renner said, “Day one on set … nervous today,” in a caption alongside a photo of himself. “Hope this works out that I can ACTUALLY pull this off for our production and more importantly the fans.”...

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 695 words · Brandon Green

John Cleese Reflects on 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' for 50th Anniversary

Reflecting on the50th anniversary of one of the best comedy films in historyin an interview with the Hollywood Reporter, British actor John Cleese had quite a lot to say about the legendary filmMonty Python and the Holy Grail. The star and co-writer of the comedy ensemble film set in the time of King Arthur, witch hunts, and the plague recalled how BBC executives thought their sketch comedy showMonty Python’s Flying Circuswas awful and how the group complemented each other’s strengths, and weaknesses, perfectly....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 699 words · Marcus Huffman

John Krasinski Will Direct A Quiet Place 2, Emily Blunt Also Returning

It’s official. John Krasinski is directingA Quiet Place 2. After months of going back and forth about the decision to take on the gig, Krasinski has agreed to come back. In addition, it has been revealed that Emily Blunt is reportedly going to star in the highly anticipated sequel. Blunt was the one who gave Krasinski the confidence to even start writing the sequel, so it sounds like we may have her to thank when all is said and done....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 458 words · Debbie Gibson

John Waters' Filthy Film Festival Brings the Dirt to Drive-Ins

John Watersis a different kind of cinematic icon, a misfit auteur whose putrefying punk aesthetic has shocked audiences for more than half a century. Waters has somehow bridged the extreme bottom of low culture (his first short was titledHag in a Black Leather Jacket) with the critically lauded highs (several of his films arein The Criterion Collection). Ever since his early features (Mondo Trasho, Multiple Maniacs, Pink Flamingo), the filmmaker has pushed the boundaries of acceptability and discovered true artistry on the margins....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 632 words · Ryan Foley

Lady Gaga's Nickname on Joker 2 Set Revealed by Cinematographer

Lady Gagareally wants the world to take her Harley Quinn performance seriously. The musician is joining Joaquin Phoenix for the long-awaited sequel toJoker, with Todd Phillips at the helm once again, in one of the few past projects from the old DCU that will still remain as part of the new universe that James Gunn and Peter Safran are building, although this story won’t belong to the main canon such asThe Batman....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 528 words · Steven Estrada

Last Jedi Director Goes Inside Kylo's Head During Big Snoke Scene

Rian Johnson’sThe Last Jediis beginning to wind down it’s epic box office run, which means that he’s able to talk more openly about the decisions that he made while making the movie, since nearly everybody has seen it. Many of the director’s decisions have been savagely picked apart byStar Warsfans. One of the more controversial decisions inThe Last Jediwas the way that Supreme Leader Snoke was portrayed, but now, Johnson is giving some insight into a key scene that left many fans shocked....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 578 words · Derek Larsen

Mortal Kombat Reboot Will Unveil Cole Young's True Identity, So Who Is He Really?

Adding a brand-new character, Cole Young, to the roster for the upcomingMortal Kombatmovie is nothing if not controversial, with fans questioning why this was decided when there are so many already existing characters to choose from. Well, producer Todd Garner has attempted to answer this question without giving too much away, hinting that there is a lot more to Cole Young than meets the eye. “Wish I could answer that question....

July 3, 2025 · 3 min · 529 words · Austin Hobbs

MoviePass Is Back! Here's What to Know About the Revamp

Does a movie per day for as little as $10 a month sound too good to be true? It was just two years ago.MoviePasswas a service that allowed users to pay a flat monthly fee (which was much less than a movie ticket) and see a movie a day for the entire month. And you weren’t limited to small theaters either; you could go to some national chains. However, their business model turned out to be unsustainable, and the company announced they were closing in 2019 and filed for bankruptcy in 2020....

July 3, 2025 · 4 min · 690 words · Patrick Palmer