Naomi Scott in ‘Smile 2’. Photo: Paramount Pictures. Opening in theaters on October 18th, ‘Smile 2’ looks to prove itself worthy on the horror sequel front by shaking up the character list but keeping its core concept –– of a terrifying, demonic curse that leaves victims with a rictus grin –– intact. With one character
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Dune: Part Two undeniably became one of the biggest movies of 2024, with director Denis Villeneuve’s vision for the science fiction epic wowing audiences throughout the world. Ever since the film’s smash success, there have been rumblings about the franchise potentially continuing into a third film, which would adapt Frank Herbert’s controversial follow-up novel Dune
The singer performed the beloved One Direction song during a Boston show to honor the late singer While performing at TD Garden in Boston, Maggie Rogers paused the concert to remember Liam Payne, the former One Direction member who died at the age of 31 after falling from a hotel room in Argentina on Wednesday.
(L to R) Director Chad Stahelski and Bill Skarsgård as Marquis in ‘John Wick: Chapter 4’. Photo Credit: Murray Close. Preview: ‘John Wick’s Chad Stahelski is aboard to produce ‘The Professionals.’ Stuntman–turned–writer Madison Turner crafted the latest draft of the script. It’ll follow hired killers who must figure out why they themselves are targets for
One Piece is at the top of the world right now, and the seas have never fared better for the Straw Hat crew. For decades, we have watched Monkey D. Luffy lead his nakama on wild adventures as they travel the Grand Line. From the TV series to its film and live-action adaptation, Netflix is
Twenty years ago, the music industry was wholly unprepared for the Garden State soundtrack and its “life-changing” songs by the Shins, Coldplay, and Iron and Wine. The 2004 movie, which actor Zach Braff wrote, directed, and starred in, was a coming-of-age cringe comedy about grief, following Braff’s character, Andrew Largeman, as he returns to New
Andra Day stars in ‘Exhibiting Forgiveness’. Opening in theaters on October 18th is the new family drama ‘Exhibiting Forgiveness’, which marks the directorial debut of painter and artist Titus Kaphar. The film stars André Holland (‘Moonlight’), Andra Day (‘The United States vs. Billie Holiday’), John Earl Jelks (‘Miracle at St. Anna’), and Oscar-nominee Aunjanue Ellis-
We’re officially entering the third act of Agatha All Along, the latest Disney+ series to be set within the Marvel Cinematic Universe. A sequel to the events of 2021’s WandaVision series, the show has not only carried on the unique journey of Agatha Harkness (Kathryn Hahn), but folded in plenty of mysterious new elements. Much
MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow reported that Trump’s lawyer attempted to cut a deal with the adult-film star months before Election Day Donald Trump, who was found guilty on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records stemming from a hush money payment to Stormy Daniels, once again attempted to silence the adult film actress and suppress any unflattering remarks
Kevin Costner for ‘Horizon: An American Saga’ at CinemaCon 2024. Photo: Warner Bros. Preview: Kevin Costner has co-written and will star in ‘Headhunters.’ It’s the story of surfers looking for the perfect wave on an island that has dark secrets. Steven Holleran came up with the idea and is co-writing and directing. For a while
Artificial Intelligence is a “problem” that is finding its way into various entertainment avenues. Despite the wonders of this technology, many of those advances often may appear as threats to those who work in the creative field. While A.I. creating animation is nothing new for those who have been following the technology, this doesn’t mean
BTS’ Jin has dropped the track list for his eagerly anticipated solo debut, Happy, set to arrive Nov. 15. The six-track project was detailed on a colorful poster that also included the producers and artists Jin collaborated with on the mini-LP. The album’s opener, “Running Wild,” will be Happy’s main focus track, while “I’ll Be
Samara Weaving in ‘Ready or Not’. Photo: Fox Searchlight Pictures. Preview: Samara Weaving will return for a sequel to 2019’s ‘Ready or Not.’ Directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett are also back. The script will be by the original’s Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy. Since their first collaboration with ‘Ready or Not,’ directors Tyler
The theatrical debut of Venom: The Last Dance is just around the corner, promising to deliver an epic new chapter in the story of Eddie Brock / Venom (Tom Hardy). The live-action take on the character has spanned two solo films and a confusing string of post-credit appearances since 2018, with fans all around the
A new documentary following Chief Keef, who exploded onto the rap scene as a teenage prodigy and personified Chicago drill, will chronicle his work and impact on the music industry, according to Variety. Kenya Barris‘ Khalabo Ink Society will collaborate with multi-media company Lyrical Lemonade and Cole Bennett, who is set to direct the film.
(L to R) David Corenswet and Krypto in ‘Superman.’ Photo: James Gunn’s Instagram account. Preview: James Gunn has shared a first look at ‘Superman’s Krypto. The super-powered canine is inspired by his own rescue dog, Ozu. This version of Krypto will make his debut next July when ‘Superman’ lands in theaters. Aside from his successful
Victoria Justice is making audiences freak the freak out this spooky season. Justice stars in Depravity, a new mystery thriller from her longtime studio partner Paramount and debuting director Paul Tamasy (The Fighter, Patriots Day). While horror may be an unfamiliar genre to fans of Justice’s, the former Victorious star has been a fan of
Gracie Abrams is giving a second life to The Secret of Us. On Tuesday, the musician announced that she’ll be releasing a deluxe version of the album, featuring four new songs and three live versions of tracks. It arrives Friday. Along with the original 13 tracks on the album, Abrams will include previously unreleased songs
(L to R) Mila Kunis and Michael Keaton star in ‘Goodrich’. Opening in theaters on October 18th is the new dark-comedy ‘Goodrich’, which was written and directed by Hallie Meyers-Shyer (‘Home Again’), and stars Michael Keaton (‘Batman’, ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’), Mila Kunis (‘Black Swan’), Carmen Ejogo (‘Alien Covenant’), Kevin Pollak (‘A Few Good Men’), and Andie
Doctor Who‘s historic run was revolutionized in some major ways earlier this year, with Ncuti Gatwa stepping into the role of the Fifteenth Doctor. Even with Doctor Who being a bonafide cultural hit, there has been no confirmation that the series is renewed for a third season through its partnership with Disney+, with showrunner Russell