We Finally Know When the MCU's Multiverse Saga Will End

I think it’s going to make the journey feel like it was worthwhile. Similar to time travel,it’s a concept that has to be limitedand risks evolving into something uncontrollable. Perhaps the best way to end the multiverse saga would be to merge the universes into the main timeline. Image by Jefferson Chacon Thankfully,Secret Warsalready has the likely answer. The future of the MCU is looking bright in 2025. What MCU Era Is Next?...

September 9, 2024 · 1 min · 98 words · Crystal Hayes

Who Are the Masked Figures Hunting the Stranger in ‘The Rings of Power’ Season 2?

Even peaceful people in Rhun, like thenewly-introduced Stoors, are not safe from them. Who Are the Gaudrim in The Rings of Power Season 2? “The Gaudrim are one of the series' original creations, meant to fill some of these gaps. Image via Prime Video The Gaudrim themselves first show up in Episode 2, “Where the Stars Are Strange.” He says thatthis is how the Gaudrim will “heal the curse upon their flesh....

September 9, 2024 · 2 min · 223 words · Christian Cross

Who Are the Wildmen in 'The Rings of Power' Season 2?

A new enemy has shown its face inThe Lord of the Rings: The Rings of PowerSeason 2. Later, Adar tells Halbrandthe Southlanders have been set free, but they all carry the Mark of Adar. Now, the South is in disarray with Adar having won his war against Numenor and the Southlands. Image via Prime Video Either way, the Wildmen are likely the predecessors of some of Sauron’s fiercest allies. They are fierce warriors, known for their loyalty to Sauron during the War of the Ring....

September 9, 2024 · 1 min · 207 words · Brittany Soto

'Frasier's 10 Best Season 1 Episodes, Ranked

After all, there are twenty-four episodes to choose from. She unexpectedly arrives in Seattle for a conference, and Frasier invites her over to dinner at his place. Lilith and Frasier explore whether they still have feelings for each other, and things get steamy. Image via NImesh Niyomal Perera The banter between Lilith, one of thebest reoccurring characters in the series, and Frasier is comedy gold. But, that is not the only reason why the episode is a fun watch....

September 8, 2024 · 4 min · 694 words · Timothy Snyder

'Hard Truths' Review: Mike Leigh’s Newest Movie Features One of the Year’s Best Performances

Naturally,Secrets & Liescomes to mind, as Leigh finds himself reuniting withMarianne Jean-Baptiste. So does the brashness ofNaked, and the unsettling home life ofMeantime. What Is ‘Hard Truths’ About? Image via Bleecker Street She goes to a furniture store and complains that the worker there wants to help her with a couch. Even just looking at their homes shows the difference between the two siblings. Leighs film begs the question: what made Pansy and Chantelle have such divergent outlooks on life?...

September 8, 2024 · 1 min · 183 words · Stacy Newton

'Nightbitch' Review: Amy Adams Gives One of Her Most Daring and Strangest Performances

What Is ‘Nightbitch’ About? But for Mother, who once had a thriving career in the arts, this isnt what she envisioned. But Mother starts noticing that her body is changing, as she becomes more animalisticespecially at night. Image via Searchlight Pictures She can be wild like she once was, following her whims rather than being a full-time caretaker. In bringing a human into this world, shes also lost what made her so unique....

September 8, 2024 · 1 min · 97 words · Latoya Webster

'Unstoppable' Review: Jharrel Jerome Leads a Crowd-Pleasing Biopic About a Resilient Wrestler

What Is ‘Unstoppable’ About? Yet, in being concise,Unstoppabledoes not reinvent the wheel when it comes to sports dramas. Certain lines come across as cliche in the film, especially coming from Lopez and Cheadle’s characters. Image via TIFF Unstoppableis now available to stream on Prime Video. Cast Based on the true story of Anthony Robles, a one-legged wrestler who achieves NCAA glory. Image via Prime Video Image via Amazon MGM

September 8, 2024 · 1 min · 69 words · Dr. Kathryn Wyatt

10 Movies That Prove the Oscars Need a Stunt Category

Here are the ten movies that prove that the Oscars need a stunt category. McClanes final jump from the building is perhaps the single most iconic stunt in film history. He joins her at a holiday party in the headquarters of the Japanese-owned business she works for. Custom Image by Zanda Rice Very soon McClane realizes that there’s no one to save the hostages – but him. An ex-hitman comes out of retirement to track down the gangsters who killed his dog and stole his car....

September 8, 2024 · 2 min · 333 words · Nathan Mason

2024 Is the Year of Ben Daniels on Our TV Screens, and We're Here for It

And are we feeling sorry for the Orcs? As is the case with most actors,Daniels has had his share of misfires too. The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of PowerSeason 2 is currently streaming on Prime Video. Image by Jefferson Chacon New Episodes air every Thursday. Image via Prime Video Image via AMC Epic drama set thousands of years before the events of J.R.R. Tolkien’s ‘The Hobbit’ and ‘The Lord of the Rings’ follows an ensemble cast of characters, both familiar and new, as they confront the long-feared re-emergence of evil to Middle-earth....

September 8, 2024 · 1 min · 94 words · Austin Fox

An Elf Isn't Even the Strangest Thing Sauron Has Shapeshifted Into

Tolkien’s larger mythology? Mairon followed him in his rebellion,forging his own path as Sauron. A sharer of gifts. Image by Nimesh Niyomal Did you know that werewolves exist in Middle-earth? In fact,Sauron has appeared as both of these creatures at different times. If that sounds likesomething you might see in theUnderworldfranchiserather than Tolkien’s usual high-fantasy adventures, just wait. Perhaps most impressively, Sauron turns into one of these beasts himself. The Dark Lord was fought off by Luthien’s companion, the wolfhound Huan....

September 8, 2024 · 1 min · 140 words · James Benitez

Anderson .Paak Teases His "Meaty" Role in Pharrell Williams' New Musical 'Atlantis'

is the musicians first foray into feature-length directing, having also collaboratively written the screenplay alongsideKhalia Amazan. The film premiered during a special presentation at TIFF on September 7, 2024. What Did Anderson .Paak Say About Michel Gondry and Pharrells Atlantis at TIFF? Image via TIFF I don’t even know what to picture with a filmmaker like that and that kind of log line. Are you able to tease anything in terms of, what that movie might feel like?...

September 8, 2024 · 1 min · 181 words · Tammy Arroyo

Don Cheadle Reacts to Robert Downey Jr.'s MCU Return as Doctor Doom: "What the F-"

Downey himself addressed the crowd with the playful line, New mask, same task. He continued to play along with the Marvel secrecy, adding, “Ive heard of a Russo Brother. There are two?” Image via Marvel Studios With a laugh, he emphasized, “You know I can’t talk about that stuff.” “The red dot,” Cheadle joked, referring to the secrecy surrounding Marvel projects. In his playful banter with Weintraub, Cheadle remarked, “You know more than I know....

September 8, 2024 · 1 min · 150 words · Jonathan Turner

Every James Cameron Movie, Ranked by Action

James Cameron’s extensive career has spanned decades. He is known for incorporating innovative technology throughout his movies to tell expansive stories. Cameron’s movies also cross several genres. Image by Federico Napoli Cameron uses technology to enhance the action sequences and make them breathtaking. These stories are ultimately tied together by characters who bring the action to life. The story follows a coastal town that is being terrorized by vicious marine animals....

September 8, 2024 · 2 min · 416 words · Janice Garcia