Better Man Review: A Musical Biopic Brave Enough to Monkey with the Formula

But why is he a monkey? The gimmick grabs the attention, obviously, flashing a quirky eccentricity in furry neon. (See:the Bob Dylan paeanplaying on the screen next door for more). One imagines Williams embraces this whimsical flourish partially because it reinforces the self-deprecating image the singer paints of himself. And the most impressive thing about the Weta effects is how quickly they come to appear as natural. The viewing eye eventually forgets to look for the wires....

December 24, 2024 · 1 min · 185 words · Marie Price

Link Tank: Tour the Vault of Luxury Marvel Collectibles at East Continental Gems

Sarah Greene: The weather that night was absolutely chaotic. It was quite a nice time. The crew were soaked. But, yeah, it was a real cliff, its not CGI, its not a studio somewhere. We are excited to continue this wild ride with our partners at Max. You want more monsters, youre getting more monsters. Willem Dafoe: I want to give a shot to be that guy that he thinks I am....

December 24, 2024 · 1 min · 87 words · Nancy Mitchell

Which Fictional Character Would You Want as Your Secret Santa?

From the world of movies and TV, who would you like to receive a gift from this Christmas? Either way, theyre our picks. Let us know who youd nominate below. So instead, I retreated to the same place I often do: the warming glow of TV sitcoms. Leslie Knope (Amy Poehler) ofParks and Recreationwould be my ideal Secret Santa. Yeah I did that for Ann, Leslie says of the big birthday bash Ron was expecting....

December 24, 2024 · 2 min · 307 words · Tonya Gonzalez

Woman of Stone: How Mark Gatiss Changed Edith Nesbit’s Original Ghost Story

Warning: contains spoilers for A Ghost Story for Christmas: Woman of Stone. retained their original titles on screen. Gatiss has reshaped Edith Nesbits 1887 tale Man-Size in Marble under the new name Woman of Stone. Who then, is the woman of stone? And what other changes did Gatiss make to Nesbits source material? This time, the knights are in back place but one is missing a finger. Perhaps under a delusion is right and Jacks version of events isnt to be trusted....

December 24, 2024 · 1 min · 142 words · Mark Hernandez

Dune: Prophecy Episode 6 Review – No Change in Tactics

This review contains spoilers forDune: Prophecyepisode 6. Valya has good reason for a revision. The High-Handed Enemy finds her plans threatened on every side. With so many plot lines in play, it would seem wise forDune: Prophecyto change tactics as well. Unfortunately, no such change in tactics occurs in The High-Handed Enemy. Ad content continues below Nowhere is that more clear than in Lilas storyline. Valya killed Dorotea, and now Doroteas back for revenge....

December 23, 2024 · 2 min · 265 words · Charles Villanueva

Dune: Prophecy Finale Teases a Major Arrakis Storyline for Season 2

This article contains spoilers forDune: Prophecyseason 1. The path to our enemy begins here. Here, of course, is Arrakis, which isnt a huge surprise. The desert planet has always been at the center of Frank Herberts novels. ButDune: Prophecyisnt based onFrank Herberts work, at least not directly. Ad content continues below Whose Eyes Do We See In Valyas Vision? But in the finale, Valya sees inside Desmonds mind to get a glimpse of the threat....

December 23, 2024 · 2 min · 376 words · Andrea Riley

What Galaxy Quest Gets Most Right About William Shatner’s Star Trek Run

Everybody loves Jason Nesmith. At least, thats what Jason Nesmith thinks. But behind the closed door of a mens room stall, Nesmith learns the truth. The bathroom conversation is also one of many moments inGalaxy Questdrawn from the actual lives ofStar Trekcast members. The scene inGalaxy Questcertainly plays on Shatners outsized sense of self-importance. You stole all my best lines, you cut me out of episode two entirely! Those charges also stem from actualStar Trekhistory....

December 23, 2024 · 3 min · 427 words · Dana Zamora

Doctor Who Christmas Special 2024 Release Time and Recap

Heres when and where to watch globally. Joy to the World is a 54-minute special adventure written by former showrunnerSteven Moffatand directed by Bridgertons Alex Pillai. But a deadly plan is unfolding across the earth, just in time for Christmas. Series 14 Recap: Wheres Ruby Sunday? Well bring you the official season synopsis once its announced.

December 22, 2024 · 1 min · 56 words · Michael Robertson

Inside No. 9 Documentary Reveals the Show’s Behind-the-Scenes Secrets

BBC Two documentary Inside No. Weve always known endings are hard, says Steve Pemberton in new BBC Two documentaryInside No. 9: The Partys Over. 9story; hes talking about concluding the whole show. The new hour-long doc goes behind the scenes on the ninth and final series ofInside No. 9trivia for fans… Working Titles Included No. 5 and Behind Closed Doors. And Behind Closed Doors feels more like the title of a DVD Extra than the creepy, genre-hoppingInside No....

December 22, 2024 · 1 min · 166 words · Ryan Walker Jr.

Amazon Turning James Bond into Shared Universe ‘Content’ Is a Terrible Idea

The reason James Bond is so great is exactly because algorithm-obsessed franchise companies dont get it. Did you not know he has one? She knows how to cook an egg. Dont you want an entire show just about May? I alsoloveKim Sherwoods Double-O books, all about agents in the world of Bond who arent Bond. But, I, a Bond nerd, shouldnotbe calling the shots. But hes a believable manaround whom I take a stab at weave a great web of excitement and fantasy....

December 21, 2024 · 2 min · 329 words · Phillip Holmes

Glory: The Moment That Won Denzel Washington His First Oscar

Only a single tear rolls down his cheek. Hence why some have dubbed the moment his signature move, a claim Washington hasforcefully and rightly dismissed. Its why, among other reasons, we keep returning toGloryafter all these decades. Released 35 years ago this month,Gloryremains arguablythe greatest movie ever made about the American Civil War. And Washington is one of the chief architects of the movies legacy. Admittedly,Glorycame close to making similar mistakes....

December 20, 2024 · 2 min · 287 words · Zachary Rodriguez

Sonic 3: Shadow the Hedgehog’s Backstory Is Much Darker in the Games

Shadow might look like Sonic, but he has a very different attitude. Sullen and harsh, Shadow focuses only on his mission of revenge. But as dark as the story onscreen gets, the video games went much farther. Working on the cosmic Space Colony ARK, Gerald strived to create the ultimate life form. After two failed attempts, Gerald succeeded with the creation of Shadow the Hedgehog. But the basic idea is the same....

December 20, 2024 · 2 min · 219 words · Daniel Hooper

Creature Commandos Just Redefined Weasel’s Suicide Squad Origin Story

Creature Commandos shows the depth of the new DC Universe by revealing the truth about Weasel. This article contains spoilers forCreature Commandosepisode 4. Weasel is still alive, free to scurry back out into the night. To the viewers of the movie, Weasels fate was a very, very bad thing. Sure, he may seem harmless and sure, hes played by the lovable Sean Gunn. But he ended up in the Squad because he did very bad things....

December 19, 2024 · 2 min · 239 words · Benjamin Jones