If you’re a fan of science fiction, you’re probably well aware of the fact that numerous great sci-fi movies came out during the 1980s. And, sure, great pieces of science fiction can be found in most decades (even the 1920s had the iconic Metropolis), but there was something about the 1980s – and the way … Read more
An ambitious sequel, considering the acclaim and influence of the first movie, Gladiator II somewhat satisfies when it comes to delivering spectacle and, for better or worse, “more” Gladiator. There is a story of revenge here, a bunch of generally impressive action scenes, political turmoil, and a continuing escalation in conflict that leads to a … Read more
Humphrey Bogart is a Hollywood legend and a staple of classic American cinema who starred in countless timeless films, such as The Maltese Falcon, Casablanca, and The Big Sleep. Born in New York, New York, Bogart established himself as a promising star of the stage before transitioning into movies and signing a contract with Warner … Read more
Priscilla Presley has had quite the life, and quite the career, on-screen and off it, but one of her most iconic movie roles will not be revisited, in news that might disappoint fans of her funniest role. Speaking at FanExpo San Francisco, during a panel that reflected on her career, Presley was asked about her … Read more
Winning an Oscar is a dream for anyone in Hollywood – whether you’re a director, an actor, or a musician, everyone wants that iconic golden statue on their shelf. Every year, certain movies come out with one clear goal: to win an Oscar. These shameless “Oscar bait” films are filled with big stars, heavy themes, … Read more
[Editor’s note: The following contains some spoilers for Season 2 of Lioness.] The Big Picture Season 2 of the Paramount+ TV series ‘Lioness’ focuses on fighting terror, even when it hits close to home. Captain Josie Carrillo, played by Genesis Rodriguez, is tasked with turning her own father, leading to intense moments. Cruz, played by … Read more
The Midnight Sons are a fascinating yet underrated team in the Marvel Comics universe. Lately, many have been wondering, what if they made their way to the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Who would be on the team? Turns out, as many may not realize, a good couple of potential Midnight Sons candidates are already in the … Read more
Multiple records were broken this Thanksgiving period, with three films operating at incredible levels to push the domestic box office towards a $420 million-plus five-day stretch. Disney’s Moana 2 exceeded expectations, delivering a number one finish with around $221 million in its extended Thanksgiving debut. Not only is this the biggest opening for the Thanksgiving … Read more
Halloween might be long over, but the power of horror fans lives on. Earlier this year, M. Night Shyamalan released his latest horror/thriller Trap to decent box office success, earning $82 million worldwide on a reported budget of just $30 million. With a better performance in the US than in all overseas markets combined, it’s … Read more
It’s been clear for quite some time that Marvel Studios has been building up to a Young Avengers film or show in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It was even teased at the end of The Marvels when Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani) approached Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld) about getting a team together in a scene reminiscent … Read more