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She-Ra Fans Are Losing Their Minds Over A Twitter Account Sharing Screenshots

Jade King — Mon, 29 May 2023 16:45:17 GMT

It’s endearing how self-sustaining fandoms have become. Even after years have passed with no sequels, spin-offs, or even acknowledgment their favourite media exists, hardened creatives keep a collective passion alive with new art, fiction, discussions, drama, and love for shows, films, games, and books that mean the world to them. She-Ra is the epitome of such dedication.

The Little Mermaid Wastes Halle Bailey's Voice

Stacey Henley — Mon, 29 May 2023 15:30:17 GMT

The Little Mermaid is a pretty accurate live-action recreation of the original film. If you like the 1989 cartoon, you’ll probably like this one. Of course, that in itself can be controversial - if it’s so safe, what does this version offer that hasn’t been done before? The realistic animals, though well voiced (Daveed Diggs’ Sebastian a particular standout) are naturally less expressive than their animated counterparts, and this new version seems to have very little of substance to say about that source material. I expected that, so it didn’t really bother me. What I was struck by though was how much it wasted Halle Bailey’s voice.

Gran Turismo Movie Director Is Now Researching Wipeout Lore

Lu-Hai Liang — Mon, 29 May 2023 11:41:12 GMT

It is known that Sony wants to make more movies and TV shows based on its video game properties. It's enjoyed moderate success with the feature film adaptation of Uncharted, starring Tom Holland as Nathan Drake, and massive success with the HBO adaptation of The Last of Us, starring Pedro Pascal as Joel and Bella Ramsey as Ellie. There are more films and shows in the works too, while this summer we'll see the debut of the Gran Turismo movie.

HBO's The Last Of Us Season 2 Aiming For 2025 Release

George Foster — Sun, 28 May 2023 18:31:43 GMT

While speaking about the ongoing WGA Writer's Strike, HBO's head of drama has revealed that season two of The Last of Us is currently aiming for a 2025 release.

Would The Studios Be Doing Anything Different If They Wanted Every Guild To Strike?

Andrew King — Sun, 28 May 2023 18:00:18 GMT

The Writer’s Guild of America went on strike three weeks ago and is still going strong. There’s speculation that things have gotten so bad in Hollywood that SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) and the DGA (Directors Guild of America) may soon follow. And the studios seem bizarrely hellbent on making sure that happens.

Every Upcoming Video Game Movie And TV Adaptation In The Next Three Years

TheGamer Staff — Sun, 28 May 2023 16:15:16 GMT

Some may argue that the world has yet to see a great video game movie, but none can argue with the fact that game-based films have had, on occasion, a strong showing at the box office. Now more than ever, that's been true, and there are plenty of fun times on the horizon as well.

Witcher Fans Upset That Jaskier Is Falling In Love Next Season

James Troughton — Wed, 24 May 2023 13:38:36 GMT

Jaskier is set to fall in love in The Witcher's third season in what actor Joey Batey described as his "hot girl summer". Netflix hasn't confirmed who his lover will be, but reports claim it's Prince Radovid and that Jaskier is bisexual, which has expectedly sent fans into an outrage.

Jaskier Actor Says There's "Something Batman-Like" About The Witcher Season 3

Josh Coulson — Wed, 24 May 2023 11:04:16 GMT

The third season of Netflix's The Witcher is almost upon us and chances are some of you have mixed feelings about what's to come from the adaptation. Perhaps the comments of a departing Henry Cavill and Joey Batey, who will continue to play Jaskier beyond the upcoming season, will help sway you as the latter has described elements of it as being “Batman-like”.

10 Historical Figures Who Got A Barbie Doll

Abigail Kwak — Tue, 23 May 2023 20:45:16 GMT

Of all of Mattel’s fashion dolls, Barbie has been the company’s most popular and recognizable. Since her first appearance in 1959, Barbie has been a style legend and an encouraging leader for children of all ages. But did you know that the Barbie brand has also created dolls for women famous throughout history?

Killers Of The Flower Moon Could Mark The Return Of Blockbuster Adult Dramas At The Movies

Andrew King — Fri, 19 May 2023 19:00:17 GMT

The first trailer for Killers of the Flower Moon dropped yesterday and it looks incredible. For years, all we've had of the movie was one production still of stars Leonardo Dicaprio and Lily Gladstone sitting at a table, so finally getting a longer look at the film is really exciting. This is Martin Scorsese's first movie since The Irishman and I also suspect it could be the first adult drama to really break through at the box office since the year of that film's release.

Disney Cancelling Willow Is Cruel And Shortsighted

Stacey Henley — Fri, 19 May 2023 17:31:21 GMT

Disney just cancelled a bunch of shows, including The Amazing Adventures of Sparky, Inspector Spectre, Knight Boat - The Crime Solving Boat, and Magalla Mugoola Mo. All classics, shot down in their prime. It’s a terrible loss for streaming, for television, for art, and for our culture as we know it. Now we’ll never find out what happened to the cat in Inspector Spectre. The thing is, all of these shows are made up, and that’s how these companies get you. They quietly cut shows few people watch, and everyone shrugs and says ‘who cares, it’s only Magalla Mugoola Mo’. But the fact these companies create and then erase these shows so casually is dangerous, and we should all care.

Every Disney Live-Action Adaptation, Ranked

Dennis Moiseyev — Fri, 19 May 2023 16:30:19 GMT

While you can never go wrong with the classic animated Disney films, the live-action adaptations are often hit-and-miss. That's why most believe Disney is better off not touching the perfection created with the animated performances, but sometimes a live-action will prove a worthy and faithful endeavor.

SAG-AFTRA Might Strike, And That Could Cripple Hollywood

Tessa Kaur — Fri, 19 May 2023 15:30:16 GMT

This Wednesday saw the national board of SAG-AFTRA (Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists) unanimously decide to order a strike authorisation vote. On June 7, the union will begin negotiations with the AMPTP (Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers) over a contract expiring on June 30. This doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll be striking, but it means that members of the union have agreed to give their leadership the ability to order a work stoppage if they can’t come to an agreement with the AMPTP.

Fast X Review - The Final Fantasy 6 Of Action Movies

Jade King — Wed, 17 May 2023 16:00:15 GMT

There’s a scene in Fast X that feels like the series is finally looking at itself in the mirror. The agency that once funded our cavalcade of petrolhead power rangers has turned against our heroes, watching their growth from humble street racers to international crime fighters before a Neon Genesis Evangelion-esque board of faceless executives vote to have them wiped off the face of the planet. All because Jason Momoa tried to nuke the Vatican for a laugh.

Five Nights At Freddy's Movie Gets First Official Teaser Trailer

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 17 May 2023 01:44:21 GMT

After a massive leak and a batch of new posters, the first official teaser trailer for the Five Nights At Freddy's movie has been released, giving us our first look at the movie in action.

Five Nights At Freddy's Movie First Official Posters Revealed

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 17 May 2023 00:10:31 GMT

The Five Nights at Freddy's movie has slowly become one of the year's most anticipated video game adaptations for a legion of fans out there, desperate to see Freddy Fazbear on the big screen later this year. We've seen very little from official sources so far, but the movie's first set of posters has given us a better look at the murderous animatronics roaming throughout Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria.

Some Pirated Mario Movie Copies Are Infected With Malware

Rhiannon Bevan — Tue, 16 May 2023 15:17:52 GMT

Fans pirating The Super Marios Bros. Movie are accidentally infecting their PC with malware, according to a new report. The virus, which has apparently been used more than 150,000 times with other trending films, works by stealing sensitive personal data from its victims, including passwords and banking details.

The Mario Movie's Digital Launch Is Finally Here

Josh Coulson — Tue, 16 May 2023 08:59:42 GMT

The Super Mario Bros. Movie was always going to be a financial success, but neither Nintendo nor Illumination could have been prepared for just how much money it was going to bring in. Despite its theatrical run not coming to an end quite yet, the studios behind it have decided to pull the trigger on its home launch and the movie is now available to buy digitally.

Stop Saying Art Is “About Kindness”

Andrew King — Mon, 15 May 2023 17:01:17 GMT

Over the past couple years, it’s become increasingly common to flatten art in our conversations about its meaning. It’s so common that even the creators of the art do it, too.

Guardian Of The Galaxy’s Mantis Shows The Power Of Radical Empathy

Tessa Kaur — Mon, 15 May 2023 16:16:17 GMT

Everybody told me I would cry watching Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and I didn’t believe them. I don’t really care about Marvel movies - I’m not invested in the characters, and I think most of them are middling to bad, focusing more on spectacle than story. GOTG 3 was not that. In fact, I’d go so far as to say it’s one of the thematically darkest of all the stories the MCU has put on camera, rivalling WandaVision in its impressive willingness to face the dark parts of human nature. It’s rare that I enjoy any Marvel film, let alone feel moved by it, but reader, I cried, like everyone said I would.

Who Is Stronger Than Darth Vader?

TheGamer Staff — Mon, 15 May 2023 13:30:17 GMT

Darth Vader is seen by Star Wars fans as one of the strongest Sith Lords ever to roam the galaxy. And they’re right, for the most part. Throughout the histories of Star Wars Legend and Canon, there have been a few individuals to exist who are stronger than Darth Vader. There’s also been many who have claimed to be more powerful than Vader, who in reality, aren’t.

It Doesn't Matter How Colourful The Little Mermaid Is

Stacey Henley — Sun, 14 May 2023 17:30:17 GMT

When asked where the light was coming from in the Lord of the Rings, cinematographer Andrew Lesnie replied "the same place as the music". Someone needs to pass that zinger along to current filmmakers, because modern movies are far too dark, and I don't mean subject matter. They're poorly lit, full of muddy textures, and look dirty and unappealing. This can be used to great effect (The X-Files famously shot in low, grungy light to reflect the series' tone), but mostly it's to cut corners. A lot of mainstream movies are made with the help of overworked VFX teams today, and so studios have everything in darkness to keep costs down. There's also a fetishisation for realism - Game of Thrones notoriously had one of its battle scenes in pitch black, prompting comparisons to the well-lit Battle of Helm's Deep in the Lord of the Rings, which brings us full circle. All this has come to a head in The Little Mermaid.

PlayStation Fans Want Bloodborne And Gravity Rush Anime Adaptations

Joshua Robertson — Sun, 14 May 2023 13:00:15 GMT

Last month, head of PlayStation Productions Asad Qizilbash revealed that the studio has a "bit" of animation currently in production, suggesting that PlayStation plans on taking one of its established franchises and adapting it into either a cartoon series or an anime. More recently, a popular anime news Twitter account suggested that this project will more than likely be an anime, and PlayStation fans are already making their cases for why their favorite series should be the one to be adapted.

Sick Made Me Realize How Malleable The Slasher Is

Andrew King — Sat, 13 May 2023 18:00:16 GMT

Sick, which released on Peacock earlier this year, is a taut horror film set during the early days of the pandemic. A title card establishes the hyper-specific period. “April 3, 2020. 273,880 COVID-19 cases reported and rising. 42 states have issued stay at home orders. Nearly 97% of the country is quarantined.”

You Really Don’t Have To See The Live-Action Little Mermaid From Disney

Andrew King — Sat, 13 May 2023 17:01:16 GMT

Every time Disney unveils a new clip from The Little Mermaid, it somehow looks worse than the one before. It’s as if the live-action remake is some kind of diamond of decrepitude, constantly revealing new facets of its ugliness. After releasing a clip of Kiss the Girl that was so dim it appeared to have been lit by a single flickering match a mile from the set, Disney dropped a contrasting clip of standout number, Under the Sea, that showed just how lifeless the movie still looks when the brightness is cranked up. These are iconic songs, and there’s such a stark contrast between how wonderfully timeless the music is and how artlessly the film has been shot and choreographed.

It's The Perfect Time For A New Season Of Black Mirror

Tessa Kaur — Sat, 13 May 2023 16:00:16 GMT

We’ve known Black Mirror was coming back for a while, but Netflix has just released the episode titles and plot synopses for season six. The episodes debut in June, and I’m incredibly excited, although I know the show will likely fill me with dread and distress as it always does. Black Mirror is one of the darkest and sharpest satires of our time, with a heavy focus on technology and spanning multiple genres, including horror and romance.

Guardians Of The Galaxy 3 Was Inspired By Mass Effect And KOTOR

Rhiannon Bevan — Sat, 13 May 2023 11:53:28 GMT

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is in theatres now, tearing everyone's hearts out. This long-awaited end to the Guardians trilogy gives all of the characters a pretty satisfying send-off, as it's likely that this is the last film James Gunn will direct for the MCU. So, with such a huge task ahead of him going into the film's production, Gunn took inspiration from other sci-fi greats that left a lasting impression on audiences.

Fallout Fans Want Mr. House And Dogmeat In The TV Show

Sean Murray — Sat, 13 May 2023 11:00:16 GMT

Fallout fans have spoken: they want to see Dogmeat in the upcoming Amazon Prime TV series. We already know there will be plenty of references, including Super Duper Mart, Red Rocket gas stations, Ghouls, Vaults, and Pip-Boys, but over on the Fallout subreddit, fans are listing off the actual characters they want to see portrayed in the show.

Guardians Of The Galaxy 3 Saves It’s Best Needle Drops For Last

Andrew King — Fri, 12 May 2023 17:30:16 GMT

This article contains spoilers for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

The Last Of Us Season 2 Is On Hold Due To Writers Strike

Joshua Robertson — Fri, 12 May 2023 03:49:22 GMT

If you have any vague interest in the entertainment industry, then you'll no doubt be aware of the ongoing Writer's Guild of America strikes. Writers across the industry have taken to the streets to campaign for better working conditions and improved pay, and it's caused several big name movies and TV shows to halt production entirely. Of course, no writers means no scripts, and many productions are currently on hold until the WGA has their demands met.

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Has A Weird Reference To Mario Kart

Joshua Robertson — Thu, 11 May 2023 20:01:53 GMT

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse is less than a month away from release, so it makes sense that trailers for the movie have started appearing on TV screens. Several new TV spots have shown off some brand-new footage, and it looks just as good as the others trailers we already have, as is expected. However, one of these TV trailers is drawing a little more attention than the rest, mainly due to Spider-Gwen making a cheeky little reference to one of Nintendo's most popular titles.

If You Like Video Games, You Should Watch Silent Movies

Andrew King — Thu, 11 May 2023 19:00:16 GMT

If you asked me to guess at the Venn diagram of people who like silent films and people who like video games, I would probably draw two entirely separate circles. But, as I've gotten into silent films over the past few months, I've realized that the medium that rose to prominence in the first 20 years of the 20th century has a lot in common with the medium that rose to prominence in its last 20 years.

Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. Deserves A Much Bigger Audience

Andrew King — Thu, 11 May 2023 17:30:14 GMT

Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. feels like it should be extremely controversial in today's book-banning, library-defunding culture. The book, originally published in 1970, has been frequently challenged by angry parents who don't want their children to be able to read about the changes of puberty or a family where religious adherence is non-compulsory. But the movie, written and directed by Kelly Fremon Craig, has been met not with controversy, but indifference. Though critics and audiences love it, most people just don't seem to know or care that it exists. It's been playing in wide release since the end of April, and has only grossed $13.3 million against a $30 million budget.

Five Nights At Freddy's Movie Confirms Nightmare Cupcake In Crew Letter

George Foster — Thu, 11 May 2023 13:39:46 GMT

A letter and set of gifts given to the crew on the Five Nights at Freddy's movie has confirmed that Nightmare Cupcake will appear in the film, as well as putting a lot of emphasis on the word "Springlock", for some reason.

James Gunn Is Right, We Aren't Sick Of Superhero Movies, Just Bad Ones

Tessa Kaur — Wed, 10 May 2023 16:00:16 GMT

It seems like the heyday of superhero movies is coming to an end. Look at the highest-grossing movies of all time and you’ll find twelve of them in the top 50. Thirteen, if you count The Incredibles 2. Ten of those are Marvel movies, and yet the last hit of this size Marvel has had was Spider-Man: No Way Home in 2021. A number of superhero movies in the last few years, a genre have flopped miserably, including Quantumania, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, Black Adam, and god help us, Morbius. Word on the street is that people don’t really want to see more of them – they’re whispering about ‘superhero fatigue’.

Why Shouldn't Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 3 Be The End Of The MCU?

Andrew King — Tue, 09 May 2023 19:00:16 GMT

This article contains spoilers for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

It's Been Years Since An MCU Movie Has Looked As Good As The New Guardians Of The Galaxy

Andrew King — Tue, 09 May 2023 18:00:15 GMT

This article contains spoilers for Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.

Andor's Revolution Rings Hollow In The Face Of WGA Strikes

Tessa Kaur — Tue, 09 May 2023 17:00:16 GMT

Update 11/05: Tony Gilroy’s representation sent us a statement on his involvement in Andor season two, which has been added to this article.

Five Nights At Freddy's Movie Trailer Leaker "Did It For The People"

Josh Coulson — Tue, 09 May 2023 10:43:37 GMT

Five Nights At Freddy's is one of many video game series getting the adaptation treatment right now, and after years of waiting, fans finally got their first look at the project via a trailer over the weekend. The trouble is, the trailer wasn't supposed to drop yet, and now the person who leaked it is desperately trying to walk back their mistake, apologizing profusely and claiming they put the trailer out in the world ahead of time “for the people”.

Which Super Mario Bros. Movie Character Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?

Cameron Miller — Mon, 08 May 2023 19:30:15 GMT

Ever since the Super Mario Bros. Movie was released, those who love the iconic but somewhat unqualified Italian plumber have been heading to the theatre over and over for repeat viewings of the smash hit. It’s a fun little adventure with even more fun characters to spend time with.

Nobody Told Me How Mean Gremlins Is

Andrew King — Mon, 08 May 2023 18:00:15 GMT

If you exist in American society, you’ve likely picked up a little bit about the Gremlins through cultural osmosis. I was familiar with Gizmo's Furby-like (or Baby Yoda-like) face. I'd seen GIFs of the post-metamorphosis Mogwai singing Christmas carols. And, of course, I knew the three essential rules: no bright lights, don't get them wet, and never feed them after midnight.

Guardians Of The Galaxy 3 Is The Perfect Ending For The MCU

James Troughton — Mon, 08 May 2023 17:30:14 GMT

Iron Man came out when I was only seven, so I was a little late catching up on the MCU. Weekly movie nights with my Dad saw me finally watch Captain America, Thor, The Incredible Hulk, and of course, The Avengers.

Mortal Kombat Fans Think Karl Urban Should Play Kano Instead

Rhiannon Bevan — Mon, 08 May 2023 15:46:30 GMT

It's looking increasingly likely that the next Mortal Kombat movie has found its Johnny Cage: Karl Urban. While there's no denying that the actor has range, his latest stint on The Boys means that many are struggling to see him as anything other than a cockney geezer, and certainly not as a Hollywood strongman. However, that doesn't mean that there aren't any Mortal Kombat roles that suit him.

Matt Braly Interview: Amphibia's Finale, Marcy’s Journal, And The Future

Jade King — Mon, 08 May 2023 15:30:15 GMT

It’s almost been a year since Amphibia came to an end with its stunning finale. We left Anne Boonchuy, Sasha Waybright, and Marcy Wu several years in the future as they’d grown into confident young women, all following their unique paths in life. Far removed from the teenage hijinks that defined them, the timeskip was a bittersweet farewell to a show many held dear.

The Last Of Us' Joel Just Won A "Best Hero" Award Despite... You Know

Rhiannon Bevan — Mon, 08 May 2023 13:12:47 GMT

Joel from The Last of Us is a troubled guy. Unable to cope with the violent loss of his daughter on the day of the apocalypse, he projects these feelings onto another young girl, Ellie. This leads him to put her above all else, even robbing the world of its one shot at a cure to keep her alive. And before you come at me with the usual arguments, no, Joel was never concerned about the vaccine's efficiency. He just wanted Ellie alive.

Star Wars Just Acknowledged The Old Republic Era... In A Show For Preschoolers

Joshua Henry — Sun, 07 May 2023 19:24:24 GMT

Let’s face it, the Star Wars franchise is a massive entity to keep track of. With movies, television shows, novels, comic books, video games, and so much more, keeping track of the official lore can be tricky. So, when one piece of Star Wars media mentions another, it can be a thrill to see a connecting thread in the sprawling canon of a galaxy far, far away. Even if that media is a show geared towards preschoolers.

I Have Hope For James Gunn's Superman After The Post-Credits Scene In Guardians Of The Galaxy

Andrew King — Sun, 07 May 2023 17:30:15 GMT

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 ends (well, actually ends) on a note that feels reminiscent of the shawarma scene in the first Avengers movie. But, more than anything, it has convinced me that James Gunn knows how to strike the right tone for a completely different superhero in an entirely different universe.

Everything You Need To Know About The Hutts In Star Wars

Gabrielle Huston — Sun, 07 May 2023 17:15:15 GMT

Star Wars isn't the kind of franchise that shies away from showing us this world's seedy underbelly. Crime is rampant in the galaxy, from spice running to slavery, and the Hutts are at the heart of it all.

Five Nights At Freddy's Creator "Disheartened" By Movie Trailer Leak

George Foster — Sun, 07 May 2023 09:44:08 GMT

Scott Cawthon, the creator of Five Nights at Freddy's, says that he's "disheartened" by the movie trailer leaking, but has thanked fans who are waiting for the official release.

Five Nights At Freddy's Movie Trailer Leaks Online

Rhiannon Bevan — Sat, 06 May 2023 18:09:15 GMT

The first trailer for the Five Nights at Freddy's movie has apparently leaked online, available to watch from start to finish. While there's no confirmation that this is the real deal, it certainly looks the part, showing Josh Hutcherson starring as the security guard.

Mortal Kombat Fans Don't Want Karl Urban As Johnny Cage

Vaspaan Dastoor — Sat, 06 May 2023 12:21:43 GMT

Johnny Cage is quick-talking, cocky, and isn't afraid to go for the balls. It takes a special kind of actor to pull that off, while at the same time knowing how to stunt-fight. Karl Urban surely fits the above criteria, and that's probably why there have been reports of him being in talks for the role in Mortal Kombat 2.

If You Think AI Will Actually Replace Writers, You Don’t Understand Why People Watch Movies

Andrew King — Fri, 05 May 2023 17:30:15 GMT

The Writers Guild of America unanimously voted to go on strike this week, and it took no time at all for the worst people alive to begin rooting for them to lose. Underneath every news story about the strikes on Twitter, you could find algorithmically-boosted bad takes expressing hope that AI will replace the writers who make the entertainment we all enjoy.

HBO's The Last Of Us Is Averaging 32 Million Viewers Per Episode

Sean Murray — Fri, 05 May 2023 14:46:35 GMT

The Last Of Us is over, and unfortunately, we're in for a long wait before its second season arrives. Fans can take solace in the news that even though it'll be a while before we see more of Ellie and Joel, their adventure at least made Warner Bros.’s streaming platforms profitable for the first time ever.

Guardians Of The Galaxy 3 Is Nebula’s Movie As Much As It Is Rocket’s

Stacey Henley — Fri, 05 May 2023 14:30:15 GMT

I went into Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 without knowing much about it. I've kept up with the MCU, and the first Guardians film is amongst my favourite Marvel offerings, but in general, I knew very little. Most Marvel flicks these days are setting up a cataclysmic event in one way or another, so they have to tease all of the important plot elements that you couldn't possibly miss. With Ant-Man and the Wasp Quantumania, for example, we knew it would be a load-bearing movie that explained the time skip further and the arrival of Kang, who technically already arrived in Loki. With Guardians, nothing. We knew James Gunn was leaving the MCU and so the Guardians as we knew them were over, and all I had learned outside of that was that this movie belonged to Rocket. Watching it, I realised how much it belonged to Nebula too.

Pokemon Anime Finally Shows What's Inside A Luxury Pokeball

James Troughton — Fri, 05 May 2023 12:15:13 GMT

Think too much about its world and Pokemon starts to feel morbid. You capture random animals and stuff them into tiny balls, the assumption being that the balls are bigger on the inside (i.e. Time Lord tech). But what's on the inside? Do they go into a black void of eternal sleep until they're summoned forth for battle? Maybe not, since the new anime has now revealed that Luxury Balls hold stylish hotel-like rooms inside.

Fallout TV Show Set Leak Gives Us First Look At Live-Action Ghouls

James Troughton — Fri, 05 May 2023 09:53:30 GMT

We haven't heard much about Amazon's Fallout TV series since it was announced in 2020, but plenty of set photos have leaked online in those three years. We've seen Red Rocket, power armour, and Vault 32, and thanks to Idle Sloth, we now have our first look at a live-action ghoul.

Mortal Kombat 2 Might Have Cast Karl Urban As Johnny Cage

Joshua Robertson — Thu, 04 May 2023 23:09:41 GMT

Mortal Kombat fans rejoice! Not only do we have the imminent announcement of Mortal Kombat 12 to look forward to, but it's now being reported that The Boys and Judge Dredd actor Karl Urban is currently in final talks to play fan favorite character Johnny Cage in Mortal Kombat 2, the live-action sequel to the original movie that released back in 2021.

Why Does The Gran Turismo Movie Think All Gamers Are Losers?

Jade King — Thu, 04 May 2023 16:15:15 GMT

The tagline for Neil Blomkamp’s upcoming Gran Turismo film has taken permanent residence in my brain ever since I watched the trailer - "From Gamer to Racer." It’s beautifully silly and sells the film’s ridiculous - yet based on a true story - premise in ways that somehow work.

Will The Gran Turismo Movie Honour Its Own True Story?

Stacey Henley — Thu, 04 May 2023 16:00:15 GMT

Our first glimpse at the Gran Turismo movie has arrived, and it looks fine. The trailer seems like it gives away the first two acts, and it's a little on the nose with David Harbour playing a guy who hates gamers, but then he needs a gamer, but it's fine. The part where the gamer rig transforms into a real car is some cool VFX work, the racing looks realistic yet exciting, and the strong cast are going to be able to carry it. But one of the things that the marketing keeps pushing is that it's based on a true story - and I'm struggling to understand why I should care.

Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol 3 Is What Happens When A Marvel Movie Cares

Stacey Henley — Thu, 04 May 2023 15:31:14 GMT

I saw Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3 last night, and it was an oddly bittersweet feeling. The last hurrah for James Gunn at Marvel, for several of the actors involved, but also for the idea itself - these characters were plucked from obscurity because a filmmaker had a vision. Not because of demographics or focus groups, not because of potential toy popularity or to set up future events, but because someone behind the camera cared. It felt like a goodbye to that feeling too.

Every Major Character In The Mario Movie Compared To Their First Game Appearance

Alexandria Waltz — Wed, 03 May 2023 20:30:14 GMT

The 2023 Super Mario Bros. Movie smashed box office records and introduced the beloved Mushroom Kingdom characters to a new generation of fans. Debuting in the era of arcades and the original Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), Super Mario Bros is a simple game on the surface: two brothers, both of them Italian-American plumbers, set out to defeat the mighty Bowser's minions and rescue the kidnapped Princess Peach.

15 Years Ago, Marvel Changed Movies Forever

Stacey Henley — Wed, 03 May 2023 16:30:15 GMT

Some movies change the face of cinema forever. Citizen Kane is retroactively discussed as one of the greatest films of all time, but in its heyday it was renowned more for its technological prowess. Jaws is regarded as the first summer blockbuster. Star Wars showed that movies could create dynasties. The Jazz Singer brought colour to life. Snow White brought animation to the big screen, which was then built upon by Mary Poppins, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, Toy Story, and Into the Spider-Verse. A good movie doesn't necessarily change the industry, and a movie doesn't need to be good in order to change the industry. 15 years ago this week, the face of cinema had one of its most monumental changes, and we didn't even realise.

Why You Should Support The WGA Strike

Stacey Henley — Wed, 03 May 2023 15:00:16 GMT

Many of you will be too young to remember the WGA strike of 2007-08, or simply expunged it from your memory. The Writer’s Guild of America is the union that protects writers across film and television, and while you probably don’t know that many scriptwriters by name the way you do actors and directors, the previous strike highlighted how crucial they are to the entertainment ecosystem - and we’re going to feel their loss once more.

The Owl House - Everything We Learned From The Final Post Hoot

Jade King — Tue, 02 May 2023 16:30:15 GMT

The Owl House might be over, but that doesn’t mean I’m going to stop talking about it. More and more new revelations about its world and characters are coming to light now the finale is out in the wild. These tidbits are given even more credence when creator Dana Terrace is busy dishing them out. By busy, I mean we and the cast totally pressured her into spilling the tea.

Nintendo Just Put The Mario Movie's Post Credits Surprise In A TV Ad

Josh Coulson — Tue, 02 May 2023 12:14:20 GMT

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has surpassed $1 billion at the box office, entering the top ten highest-grossing animated films ever in the process. Nintendo naturally wants the movie to make as much as possible, hence the ads for it still being rolled out. However, it doesn't seem to be all that bothered about spoilers anymore as a recent TV spot for the Mario movie includes a shot of the surprise scene that plays right at the end of the credits.

Pokemon Fans Recover Script For Two Lost Anime Episodes

Joshua Robertson — Mon, 01 May 2023 23:46:06 GMT

Pokemon fans waved goodbye to Ash and the gang earlier this year after the perpetual ten year old won his championship bout against Leon, ushering in the age of new protagonists Roy and Liko. However, it seems like we're being dragged back in for one last adventure, as fans have recovered the script for two long lost episodes of the Pokemon Black and White anime that were meant to air back in 2011.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie Is Now Being Uploaded To Twitter

Joshua Robertson — Mon, 01 May 2023 22:46:11 GMT

Twitter is an absolute mess right now. At the time of writing, some users are being booted out of the desktop version of the site and aren't able to log in again - yet another indication that the platform is currently about as stable as I was during my first play through of Dead Space. It's probably all hands on deck to make sure it just stays running at this point, which may be a potential reason as to why the entire Super Mario Bros. Movie was uploaded to Twitter and viewable for a solid two days before being removed.

The Mandoverse Movie Doesn't Sound Like The Worst Version Of Star Wars

Andrew King — Mon, 01 May 2023 19:00:15 GMT

Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau recently confirmed my lowest expectations for their upcoming "Mandoverse" movie. The recently announced film will bring together characters from the four shows Filoni and Favreau have worked on together: The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, plus the upcoming Ahsoka and Skeleton Crew.

Why The Mario Movie Grossing One Billion Dollars Matters

Stacey Henley — Mon, 01 May 2023 15:30:15 GMT

I’ve been reluctant so far to celebrate the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. I liked it well enough, being in the minority as a critic with a ‘certified Fresh’ review, but it’s not as if I personally gained anything from its success. Gaming audiences are quick to point out how much more revenue gaming makes over film and TV, conveniently overlooking the fact mobile games bring in the majority. It feels immature to be desperate for the validation of a movie doing well or a TV show pulling in a crowd - but one billion dollars is more than just ‘doing well’.

Heartstopper Season 2 Is Going To Pile On The Queer Angst

Jade King — Mon, 01 May 2023 14:30:16 GMT

Netflix has confirmed that Heartstopper Season 2 is coming this August. Few details are yet known beyond its release date, but we can make educated guesses based on how the first batch of episodes adapted Alice Oseman’s webcomic. It was largely faithful, with entire scenes and lines of dialogue being pulled from the pages with minimal changes.

Star Wars Movies And Shows In Chronological Order

Avery Feyrer — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 18:30:15 GMT

Since 1978, Star Wars has changed the landscape of how we view science-fiction films. Watching people fight with laser swords and interact with a variety of aliens takes us to an unbelievable galaxy we could've never imagined. George Lucas created Star Wars from a unique perspective that includes three distinct trilogies and numerous shows that further explore the time in between them.

22 Pokemon We Saw In The Anime Before The Games

Michael Christopher — Sun, 30 Apr 2023 15:00:15 GMT

The Pokemon video games are undoubtedly the most influential and successful pieces of the franchise's constantly-expanding empire. While the anime, trading cards, and other media have become incredibly popular, every new generation of games finds interesting ways to bring back audiences of all ages and provide intriguing new mechanics to draw in new players.

Everything You Need To Know About Snoke From Star Wars

Ben Jessey — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 18:00:14 GMT

Snoke is one of the most interesting characters to debut in the Star Wars sequel trilogy. He first appeared in The Force Awakens as Kylo Ren's superior, and it seemed like he was going to be the main villain of the trilogy.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie Set To Reach $1 Billion This Weekend

Joshua Henry — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 16:09:55 GMT

Surprising no one, The Super Mario Bros. Movie has been doing extremely well at the box office. However, I’m not sure many of us saw it doing so well in such a short amount of time. In just 26 days, the video game adaptation is set to surpass $1 billion, that is “billion” with a “b”. With that kind of dough, Mario is just cosplaying a plumber at this point.

Nobody's Actually Going To Watch Movies In Steam Overlay... Right?

Tessa Kaur — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 15:45:14 GMT

The next Steam Client Beta update is overhauling the in-game overlay to add more functions and a new interface. Apart from a new toolbar that you can use to open different apps, you can also pin windows so they appear in-game as you play. Technically, you could open up a streaming service, put on something you want to watch, and overlay it in your game while you play. Valve even says as much in the notes.

What Is A Moff In Star Wars?

Matthew Mckeown — Sat, 29 Apr 2023 12:30:14 GMT

The Empire in Star Wars is a vast churning machine spanning large swathes of the galaxy. Its fleets are filled with those of a singleminded coldness to assert order and control over other worlds. Enrolling other planets into the iron grip of their organization with glee.

John Mulaney: Baby J Feels Like A Candid, Self-Deprecating Talk With Your Funniest Friend

Andrew King — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 20:00:15 GMT

I’ve missed John Mulaney. In late 2020, the stand-up comedian checked into rehab and, unless you saw his stand-up live, has been fairly quiet since. With his new Netflix special, Baby J, the comic is back to talk about his substance abuse issues with a degree of frankness we haven't seen from him until now.

Twisted Metal Teaser Shows First Look At Live-Action Sweet Tooth

Sean Murray — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 15:49:59 GMT

Twisted Metal has a release date. The live-action show coming from PlayStation Studios will be broadcast on NBC's Peacock streaming platform starting on July 27, and to give us a preview of what's in store, there's a new teaser being streamed on PlayStation's social channels.

The Mario Movie's Digital Launch Has Been Indefinitely Delayed

Josh Coulson — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 15:05:36 GMT

We all knew The Super Mario Bros. Movie was going to do well at the box office, even after its middling reviews started to roll in. It's a movie about the most famous video game character of all time created by a studio with a terrific track record when it comes to animated blockbusters. What even its creators didn't expect was how well it was going to do as Mario's box office success appears to have resulted in its digital and Blu-Ray release dates being pushed back.

The Witcher Fans Are Boycotting Season 3

Josh Coulson — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 13:00:16 GMT

Season three of Netflix's The Witcher drops this summer. Hype for the new season was ramped up this week by the reveal of its first poster, closely followed by its debut trailer and confirmation of when it will drop on Netflix. All reminders to many Witcher fans that the new season isn't far away, some of which will be avoiding the show at all costs and have been urging others to do the same.

YouTuber Duo RackaRacka To Direct Street Fighter Movie

Josh Coulson — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 11:27:47 GMT

It was revealed earlier this month that Street Fighter will be one of the countless video game series to receive an adaptation. In fact, having acquired the TV and movie rights for the series, it appears Legendary has plans for multiple live-action Street Fighter projects should all go to plan. While very littlenhas been revealed, the first movie from this new venture will be directed by an unexpected duo -YouTubers RackaRacka.

I Don’t Know If Beau Is Afraid Is Good Or Bad, But I Can’t Stop Thinking About It

Andrew King — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 19:00:15 GMT

This article contains spoilers for Beau is Afraid.

Evil Dead Rise Has A Killer Title Card

Andrew King — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 17:00:15 GMT

This article contains spoilers for the opening scene of Evil Dead Rise.

Who Even Cares About Netflix’s The Witcher Anymore?

Tessa Kaur — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:30:15 GMT

It seems like nobody is happy with Netflix’s The Witcher right now. Hardcore fans are pissed that the show’s next season will be Henry Cavill’s last, and that the show departed from the book’s plot. Casual fans often felt lost because of the little explanation of the world’s lore, despite constant references to it. Critics didn’t particularly care for the show, with the show’s first season receiving mixed reviews and the second doing slightly better, averaging 69 out of 100 on Metacritic.

Hollywood Needs To Background Check Its Actors Before Twitter Does

Tessa Kaur — Thu, 27 Apr 2023 15:00:18 GMT

There’s casting drama on Twitter again. In response to rumours that Jack Dylan Grazer is in talks to play Hiccup in the live-action remake of How To Train Your Dragon, allegations emerged that Grazer physically abused his ex-girlfriends, as well as videos of him using racial slurs. We saw something similar just a couple of weeks ago, when Disney replaced the actor initially reported to play David Kawena in the live-action adaptation of Lilo & Stitch after it was discovered that he used racial slurs in his social media posts.

Why Didn't Netflix Just Keep It's Mouth Shut About Recasting Geralt In The Witcher?

Eric Switzer — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 22:00:15 GMT

I bounced off Netflix' The Witcher series halfway through season two, so I’ve only been half paying attention to all the drama surrounding it. I knew that Henry Cavill was out, and that it seemed like it had something to do with Superman, but then it wasn’t about Superman, but then it was about the showrunners disrespecting the source material, but then it was about Cavill being kind of a creep on set, but then I decided to stop feeding into this weird parasocial dynamic and tune the whole thing out. I do remember Netflix quickly recasting Liam Hemsworth as Geralt, which seemed like a weird decision. As I said, I didn’t care for season two, so I was surprised that the show wasn’t simply ending with Cavill’s departure.

I Can't Believe How To Blow Up A Pipeline Exists

Andrew King — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 16:30:20 GMT

Back in late 2021, I saw chatter online about a new book called How To Blow Up A Pipeline with a cover the orange of neon warning signs. I was dumbstruck by the straightforward radicalism of the title (and nervous I might get put on a watchlist for Googling it). Still, deeply frustrated as I was with the lack of climate progress happening through legally sanctioned means, I bought a copy. As I waited for it to arrive, I wondered if it would actually tell me how to do what the title suggested.

Yennefer Fans Are Disappointed With The Witcher Season 3's Costumes

Vlad Mazanko — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:28:46 GMT

The Witcher's season three trailer is getting a mixed reception among fans so far, with one major sticking point being the costumes of its lead cast. A Yennefer scene from the footage in particular stuck out, as many argued that sorceress from Andrzej Sapkowski's iconic books would never wear these clothes.

The Witcher Writers Didn't Know Season 3 Would Be Two Volumes

Josh Coulson — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:45:15 GMT

This week has been an unexpectedly busy one for The Witcher, particularly the Netflix adaptation of the games and books. Netflix quickly followed up on a look at the first poster for season three by dropping a trailer. A trailer confirming season three will be split into two volumes and spread over the summer, something the writers of the show have since revealed they were unaware of when putting the new season together.

Miyamoto Believes Bad Reviews Helped The Mario Movie's Success

Josh Coulson — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 09:58:55 GMT

The Super Mario Bros. Movie continues to be a massive success. Quickly becoming the highest-grossing video game adaptation ever as it sailed past $800 million last weekend, it will likely hit $1 billion very soon as the movie hasn't even been released in Japan yet. Nintendo boss Shigeru Miyamoto has been blown away by the film's success, admitting he thinks the somewhat negative critic reviews the movie received at the start of its run actually helped it achieve massive financial success.

The Super Mario Bros. Movie Has A Different Script For Its Japanese Release

Joshua Robertson — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 00:11:46 GMT

The Super Mario Bros. Movie has been in cinemas for a little while now, but the title has yet to release in Japan, not doing so until later this week on April 28. That's a little odd since Mario was pretty much conceived in Japan, but it turns out there may be a reason as to why his big screen debut is coming a little later for the country - the fact that it has a different script.

Forget The Cheese Grater, A Wine Glass Makes For The Gnarliest Scene In Evil Dead Rise

Andrew King — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 19:00:16 GMT

This article contains spoilers for Evil Dead Rise.

The Owl House Might Have Survived If It Embraced YouTube Sooner

Jade King — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 16:15:15 GMT

Since its debut earlier this month, The Owl House’s final special has amassed over six million views on YouTube. Combine that with the previous two specials and a compilation featuring all of them, and the third season is sitting pretty on a grand total of 20.8 million views across the platform. This isn’t counting traditional cable viewers or those tuning in via Disney Plus, on which the show has been regularly trending over the past several months. It’s a hit, but was never given a chance to reach this level of success before being unfairly nipped in the bud.

The Witcher Season 3 Begins On June 29

Vlad Mazanko — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 15:52:55 GMT

Netflix has just dropped the debut trailer for The Witcher's third season, which will be the last for Henry Cavill as Geralt of Rivia. It is now officially confirmed that the third season will be split into two parts, with the first five episodes becoming available on Netflix from June 29, and the final three episodes coming on July 27.

First Witcher Season 3 Poster Teases Final Henry Cavill Performance

Josh Coulson — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 15:34:14 GMT

The Witcher's third season hits Netflix later this year and while it won't be the last we see of the show, it will signify the end of an era. Henry Cavill will be stepping down as Geralt after three seasons as the lead character, with Liam Hemsworth taking his place from season four. We've still got one more season of Cavill's Geralt though, and the first official look at him, along with Ciri and Yennefer, has been shown off via a poster for season three.

Crash Bandicoot Should Get His Own Movie Spin-Off, Say Devs

Lu-Hai Liang — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 14:34:45 GMT

Video game company Nintendo made a movie with Minions creator Illumination. That film – The Super Mario Bros. Movie – has been an enormous success as it topples records for an animation feature and closes in on the one-billion dollar mark at the global box office. But do you know another company that makes movies? That would be Sony.

We Might Have Been Robbed Of Toadsworth In The Mario Movie

Stacey Henley — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 12:30:14 GMT

Some alleged concept art from The Super Mario Bros. Movie was recently unearthed, and one character in particular has gotten everyone talking. By ‘everyone’, I mean weirdos who spend too much time on the internet, and I don’t mean that as an insult. I can say that, for I am one of you. Rather than Mario, Peach, or any of the stars of the show, the character is Toadsworth.

The Best Cartoon Network Shows To Make Into An RPG

Sultan Uz Zaman Makhdoom — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 16:30:13 GMT

Cartoon Network is a media powerhouse when it comes to the creativity behind its shows. With so many different intellectual properties featuring endearing well-animated casts and settings, the studios would’ve benefited greatly from having a video game franchise to explore each unique premise.

Argentina Has The Mario Movie On TV While It's Still In Theatres

Rhiannon Bevan — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 16:28:20 GMT

Argentinian TV channels are airing The Super Mario Bros. Movie way earlier than they should, with one channel showing it just days after its premiere. On social media, Mario fans can't believe that they're able to watch the film at home, as channels such as Gen TV are showing it in full. Copyright laws be damned.

Best Potential RPG Adaptations for KDramas

Vanessa Esguerra — Sun, 23 Apr 2023 12:45:15 GMT

We've had RPGs based on animes or visual novels, and vice versa. But Korean Dramas becoming a source material for RPGs isn't a hot conversation people are having unless you count Sweet Home's undeniable influence in the creation of Resident Evil.