Star Wars: Skeleton Crew – Jod Na Nawood’s Backstory Has a Likely Darth Vader Connection

This article contains spoilers forStar Wars: Skeleton Crewepisode 8. Jod is a ruthless pirate, theres no doubt about that, but hes also clearly Force-sensitive. The Inquisitors and pirates seem to have a lot more in common than you might think. They are both ruthless, going after what they want with a greedy fervor. But this is the first clue about his past that feelsrealand not like a misdirect or manipulation tactic....

January 15, 2025 · 1 min · 86 words · Donald Allen

Wolf Man Review: Leigh Whannell Transforms Universal Monster Into Family Drama

At every minute its closing up behind you. That early juxtaposition seems to signalLeigh Whannells intentions for theBlumhouseupdate ofWolf Man. The attack leaves Blake wounded and acting strangely toward his wife and daughter. For some viewers, the emphasis on tragedy will disappoint. Although Whannell proves as adept as ever with blocking and composition, tension comes second to character work. Moreover, the focus on family drama groundsWolf Manin the classic Universal tradition....

January 15, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Robert Patterson

So Why Did The Flash Flop?

The Flashin many ways was an appropriate end to the DC Extended Universe. Its safe to sayThe Flashscreenplay attempted to do a lot. And like the DCEU as a whole, it proved to be in a huge hurry getting nowhere. Even though the then newly installed Warner Bros. At least those who showed up. It failed at that. Particularly the two female quadrants. All of that is just the wind going against the film Ive learned....

January 14, 2025 · 2 min · 336 words · Joshua Gardner

Benicio del Toro’s The Wolfman 2010 Deserves More Credit

Its far from perfect, but the Gothic qualities of 2010’s The Wolfman are still worth howling over. The same holds true for greatness and greatly missed opportunities. Worse still is when the press gets wind of gusts blowing in the wrong direction. Such was the fate of 2010s now all but forgottenThe Wolfmanremake starringBenicio del ToroandAnthony Hopkins. Before the film was releasedand before it was even shotword on the street was that a disaster was imminent....

January 13, 2025 · 3 min · 459 words · Cheryl Berger

Link Tank: Spin Master Launches 30th Anniversary Batman Forever Toys

Today’s Link Tank contains exciting new toys, comics, movies, and more. Ad content continues below Engage your creativity with the Trevi Fountain in Rome, Italy. Build the impressive Palazzo Poli facade, complete with papal crest. Read the full story at Deadline Youve heard ofA Bugs Life, but what aboutBug Wars? Discover all it’s crucial that you know about one of early 2025s most exciting upcoming comic books. Read more here...

January 13, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Julie Patrick

The Best Star Trek: The Next Generation Episodes of All Time, Ranked

Patrick Stewartdidnt even unpack his suitcase. Thats how certain he was thatStar Trek: The Next Generationwould fail after one season. Fortunately, Stewart was wrong. But if you want the best of the best, these are the 20 that truly stand out. Its a good thing that Stewart decided to stick around. That last part is enough to put the Western homage A Fistful of Datas on the list. But the real appeal here is Marina Sirtis....

January 13, 2025 · 3 min · 480 words · Anthony Robinson

The Biggest Movie Sequels and Prequels Coming in 2025

Many beloved stories continue at the movies in 2025, with these exciting sequels and prequels. Electric Boogaloo.Die Harder.2 Fast 2 Furious. Movie continuations are a wonderful thing, if only because they give us these wonderful titles. After all, Death never ages. Outside of that, we dont know much aboutBloodlines. Its a good thing that theMission: Impossiblemovies have lots and lots actions to choose from. Still, its clear thatThe Final Reckoningintends to put a definite note on the series....

January 13, 2025 · 3 min · 508 words · Timothy Moses

Bank of Dave 2: The Loan Ranger – How Much is a True Story?

What happened in real life, and what was invented for the heartwarming Dave Fishwick Netflix sequel? How much of it was real? Premise aside,not much. Read more Bank of Dave: What Happened in Real Life? Are Payday Lender Quick Dough and Carlo Mancini Real? Did Def Leppard Smuggle Dave Out of the US in a Private Jet? Speaking to Kat Deeley onITVsThis Morningin January 2025, Fishwick explained: That bit isslightlymagical....

January 11, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Alan Harris

Link Tank: LEGO and Nintendo Partner for Game Boy Build Set

A Nintendo-LEGO partnership you never knew you needed! Plus movie sequel titles, a Superman sneak peek, and more in the Link Tank. LEGO and Nintendo have unexpectedly announced a special new set on social media! Ad content continues below Who wants a movie calledWicked: Part Two? Chu told Variety on the National Board of Review Awards gala carpet on Tuesday night in New York City. And nobody wants that. Read more at Variety...

January 10, 2025 · 1 min · 137 words · Trevor Casey

Squid Game: The Most Heartbreaking Betrayals

This article contains spoilers forSquid Gameseasons 1 and 2. Squid Gamedoes a phenomenal job of getting us to care for a number of contestants. Here are some of the most heartbreaking betrayals weve seen inSquid Gamethus far. Which ends up being true, just not in the way we think. Ad content continues below Sang-woo uses Alis trust in him to his advantage. Ali calls out for Sang-woo, looking for his friend as the game comes to a close....

January 10, 2025 · 2 min · 226 words · Lorraine Thompson

The Best Thing About Den of Thieves 2 Is an NWA Shoutout

In almost every respect,Den of Thieves 2: Panterais an improvement onits 2018 predecessor. It is here Donnie is unconvincingly posing as a French financier who never speaks French. By this time old Nicks life is a proper shitshow too. He wants in on Donnies racket. And incredulously he is able to talk Donnies European associates into cutting him in. Its a fun vibe that leans into Butlers natural swagger of sweat and spittle....

January 10, 2025 · 1 min · 153 words · Heidi Horne

Upcoming Sci-Fi Movies to Watch in 2025

From big budget epics to character-driven indies, we’ve got lots of great sci-fi coming in 2025. What more could you want? Look, its hard not to be skeptical aboutSection 31. But it seems like we might finally,FINALLYget to seeBong Joon-hos follow-up to Best Picture winnerParasite. Wackiness and anti-capitalism will surely ensue. Based on the illustrated novel by Simon Stalenhag,The Electric Statetakes place in an alternate version of 1994. Meanwhile Jason Alexander, Woody Harrelson, and Anthony Mackie provide voices....

January 10, 2025 · 3 min · 465 words · Lisa Parsons

DGA and SAG Nominations Shift Oscars 2025 Race

While the New Years barely begun, the contours of its awards race are rapidly coming into focus. However, the Golden Globe Foundation consists of fewer than 70 members, nearly all of whom are journalists. Which makes organizations like the Screen Actors Guild and the Directors Guild of America far more interesting bellwethers. And wouldnt you know it, both just revealed their nominations for the year in 2024. The only SAG nomination the film received was Adrien Brody for Best Actoran award he won at the Globes....

January 9, 2025 · 1 min · 154 words · Alisha Banks