‘Wicked’ Wastes No Time in Passing New Global Box Office Milestone

Now in its third weekend of release, UniversalsWickedcontinued its phenomenal box office run, especially in domestic theaters. That being said,Wickedhas been struggling in international markets, with several theories being floated as to why. Its cumulative global haul now stands atan impressive $455 million. Image by Jefferson Chacon Produced ona reported budget of $150 million,WickedstarsCynthia ErivoandAriana Grande. Wickedopened oppositeRidley ScottsGladiator IIin a hotly-anticipated face-off, which it ended up comfortably winning. Filmed back-to-back witha second installmentset for release in November next year,Wickedcan be seen in theaters....

December 8, 2024 · 1 min · 135 words · Kathleen Riley

“Odysseus Is a Very Messed-Up Individual”: ‘The Return’s Director on His Unique Approach to Tackling Homer

Collider got a chance to speak with Pasolini and Plummer aboutThe Return. UBERTO PASOLINI: Hi, Taylor. Good to meet you. Image via Bleeker Street Well, we felt that it was very, very important to ground the story in reality. At the script stage, we decided to focus on people rather than monsters, gods, travels. With the cinematographer, that’s what the conversation really was. Image via TIFF That was the aim....

December 8, 2024 · 2 min · 354 words · Amanda Hall

"Cinema Was Over in Brazil": Fernanda Torres on Bringing People Back to Movie Theaters with 'I'm Still Here'

Being the Daughter of Acting Legends I was raised in the wings of theater. I was raised in the wings of theater. Our dining table was the place where they rehearsed. Image Via Sony In one of them, I won a Palme dOr at Cannes at the age of 19. So that created, for me, a kind of separation that I existed and they existed separately. And also, my generation wanted to be actors, so I had the generation....

December 7, 2024 · 3 min · 593 words · James Hernandez

"I Want People To Have Their First Cartoon Crush With This Show": Is Ali Wong's Netflix Series the New Hex Girls?

COLLIDER: I really want to start with congrats on the series. Echo, I want to start with you first. Youve said you’ll passionately argue with anyone who tries to tell me ghosts aren’t real. Image via Netflix ECHO WU: Oh my god. [Laughs] Yes, you read that correctly. Did you two ever get into any arguments over ghosts? Image via Netflix I guess I never asked you. Do you believe in ghosts?...

December 7, 2024 · 3 min · 586 words · Robert Alvarado

"It's Frustrating Because You Never Feel Like You Meet All of the Expectations": Amy Adams Opens Up About the Pressures of Society for 'Nightbitch'

Summary Amy Adamshas been top-billed in some of our favorite movies for decades. But as the monotony and everyday stresses build up, she finds herself literally transforming into a dog. COLLIDER: How are you doing today? Image via Paramount Pictures AMY ADAMS: I’m well, how are you doing? How do you feel when people are wearing a bootleg t-shirt from a movie that you were in? I just got it....

December 7, 2024 · 3 min · 526 words · Benjamin Gomez

'Dune: Prophecy' Is Answering All the Questions You Have From 'Dune'

A lot of questions have been asked since, like “Why are thereno computers?” or “Why is the Atreides-Harkonnen feud so important?” or even “How come the Fremen know the Bene Gesserit?” Image by Zanda Rice Those are all fair questions, and it’s inProphecythat they are all answered. To this end,Dune: Prophecymakes these questions the very center of its story. ‘Dune: Prophecy’ shapes one of the Dune universe’s biggest conflicts. Set in the universe of Frank Herbert’s Dune series, this sci-fi epic follows the political and spiritual struggles on the desert planet of Arrakis....

December 7, 2024 · 2 min · 240 words · John King

'Fire Country' Season 3 Episode 7 Recap: Bode Gets a Win While Gabriela Hits a New Low

Every time I think I’ve figured out how messyFire Countrywill get, they go and surprise me. The trio has been sulking and cooped up inside, and she thinks they need to get out there. There are only so many push-ups a person can do, man! Image via CBS Unfortunately, Jake is still in “dad mode” and only thinking about Gen’s impending visit. We’re getting ahead of ourselves. Vince (Billy Burke) preemptively makes his special spaghetti sauce to celebrate....

December 7, 2024 · 3 min · 465 words · Sydney Bridges

'Ghosts' Changed Everything I Thought I Knew About Grief

I’ve never been good at funerals. In fact, I’ve never been very good at handling death in general. The aftermath has been anything but easy. Image via CBS It’sHetty and Alberta’s words here that hit me the hardest. Alberta explains that Trevor didn’t abandon his dog; his death was out of his control. New episodes ofGhostsair on CBS every Thursday at 8:30 PM ET. Image via CBS you’re free to watch “The Primary Source” and all previous episodes on Paramount+....

December 7, 2024 · 1 min · 113 words · James Henderson

'Jeopardy's Most Mind-Blowingly Difficult Final Clue Ever

or “What is the name of the movie starring all five Spice Girls?” (Andrew RidgeleyandSpice World, respectively, if you didn’t know). But if I need to take my ego down a notch or two, I throw onJeopardy!. Image via ABC Never understood that)? A Cheesy July 2009 Final Clue Could Be the Most Difficult in Jeopardy! When aquestion was posedon Reddit asking, “What do you think was the hardest finalJeopardy!question ever?...

December 7, 2024 · 1 min · 186 words · Stephanie Hanson

'Moana 2' Just Sunk 'Moana's Original Box Office Run

What Other Records Has ‘Moana 2’ Broken? Stay tuned to Collider for more. Her quest leads to revelations about her ancestors and deeper insights into her bond with the ocean. Image by Zanda Rice Moana sets out on another daring voyage, venturing into uncharted territories to save her island from a looming ancient danger. Joined by the demigod Maui and her steadfast friends, she braves perilous seas and encounters new allies along the way....

December 7, 2024 · 1 min · 91 words · Robin Garrett

'Moana 2' Passes Mammoth Domestic Box Office Haul in Just One Week

It should be able to pass the $300 million mark by Sunday. Earlier this week, the movie alsoovertook the lifetime domestic run of its predecessor,Moana. LikeMoana 2,Wickedshouldalso be able to pass the $300 million mark domestically by Sunday. Image via Disney The film’s global take should pass the $400 million mark this weekend. The film’s running domestic total by Sunday is expected to hover around the $85 million mark. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates....

December 7, 2024 · 1 min · 150 words · Crystal Williams

'Outlander' Season 7 Episode 11 Recap: Dark Night of the Soul

Let’s cut these characters a break eventually. The beloved pair is heading back to Lallybroch soon. But whose voice should she hear in her head but his, holding her back from the brink? Image via Starz As Claire wails, John stumbles upstairs, letting himself into her room and joining her on the floor. New episodes ofOutlanderSeason 7 premiere Fridays on the Starz app and at 8 PM ET on Starz....

December 7, 2024 · 1 min · 96 words · Joseph Smith

'Selena + Chef's 10 Best Holiday Recipes, Ranked

Once you’ve mastered the basics, it’s easy to experiment and make your own holiday-themed treat. Becausethe star of this dish is absolutely going to be the sauce. There is no shame in that game either. Image via Collider/Federico Put on your favoriteNetflix holiday movie, likeOur Little Secret, while things get spicy in the kitchen. Chef Symon paired this smoky steak with the spicy lobster cavatelli for a surf and turf Christmas Eve dinner....

December 7, 2024 · 1 min · 143 words · Susan Murray