The 2000s were a pivotal decade for the fantasy genre, with some books standing out in how they laid the foundation for much of what’s popular today. It’s impossible to discuss fantasy without mentioningJ.R.R. Tolkien’sThe Lord of the Ringsbooksand how they established a significant number of the commonplace ideas in the genre.Much of the 20th century saw fantasy books written as emulations of Tolkien’s novels, as this was the perceived notion of the genre....
Few films genres are as iconic asNoir. Recognizable for dramatic lighting, jazzy soundtracks, and a gritty setting,Noir has been transporting viewers to the world of underground crime since its creation in the 1940s. More important than its aesthetic, Noir’s morally ambiguous leads embark on investigations of the human spirit and its ability to be corrupted. Though the era of 1940s Noir has ended, the genre has lived on in modern cinema–influencing many films with its classic themes and visuals....
Warning! This article contains SPOILERS for 1923 season 2, episode 5.Shortly after showing the origin ofYellowstone’s train station,1923season 2 revealed who the first person buried there was.Yellowstone’s train stationis one of the most infamous parts of the show: it’s a small piece of land on the border between Montana and Wyoming that has a population of zero, making it the perfect place to dump a body. TheDutton family treehas evidently been using the train station for generations, as well, and they’ve killed anybody who threatened their ranch and disposed of their bodies at the train station for over a century....
Kobe Blaise has helpedMichael Ilesanmirealize his worth and escapeAngela Deem, and hopefully, they’ll continue to be friends even after90 Day Fiancé: Happily Ever After?season 8.Kobe didn’t leave the best impressionon me when I first saw him in90 Day Fiancéseason 9. I felt he was disrespectful for talking about his wife, Emily Bieberly’s size, knowing she was on a postpartum journey. Surprisingly, Kobe won me over when he married Emily.He started working full-time and became a family man, showing a sense of maturity and responsibility most women expect from their husbands....
Rupert Holmes'“Escape (The Piña Colada Song)“is being adapted into a movie. The 1979 song, which was the final No. 1 hit of the 1970s, tells the story of a man who is unsatisfied with his relationship who answers a personal ad in the newspaper, only to realize that it was posted by his girlfriend. The song has been used frequently in movies and on television and has appeared on theGuardians of the Galaxysoundtrackin addition to its use in projects includingDeadpool 2,The Nice Guys,Better Call Saul,Argo,House,Shrek, andSix Feet Under....
Andorcreator Tony Gilroy confirms he originally pitched five seasons to Disney, but there’s a good reason the story is wrapping up withAndorseason 2. Excitement is building forAndorseason 2, recently revealed to be returning to Disney+ on July 18, 2025.First footage fromAndorseason 2teases a story that’s a little more interwoven into the timeline, and it’s left many viewers eagerly wishing the show would have more than two seasons. Speaking in the latest issue of Empire Magazine, creator and showrunner Tony Gilroy confirms his original grand concept forAndorwas sold to Disney as"five sprawling seasons, each consisting of 12 episodes....
Animated moviescurrently hold five spots in the box office Top 10 for the first time ever. It’s been another mixed bag at the box office in 2024. Just recently,Joker: Folie à Deuxand Lionsgate’s last five films have disappointed, the latest of which was Francis Ford Coppola’sMegalopolis. However, it’s been a strong year for animation withInside Out 2sitting as thehighest-grossing film of 2024,Despicable Me 4at No. 3, andKung Fu Panda 4at No....
While theTerminatormovies still refuse to replace Arnold Schwarzenegger’s original T-800, the most obviously perfect new actor is available to the franchise’s creators. AlthoughSarah Connor’sTerminatorfranchise fatehas changed countless times thanks to the many timelines of the series, another character always finds a way to return to the series. Arnold Schwarzenegger’s T-800 was the villain of 1984’sThe Terminator, but he became the hero ofTerminator 2: Judgment Daythanks to some off-screen reprogramming. ByTerminator 3: Rise of the Machines, he had replaced Sarah as the franchise’s focus....
OG Kush is the first drug strain you start manufacturing inSchedule 1, but the base recipe you use can be modified into different mixes as you experiment with multiple ingredients. Creating a new mix canmake the creation process cheaper while the drug sells for higher prices. You’ll have to find the best mix through trial and error to make the most profit and satisfy your customers. Thankfully, youstart the game with OG Kush as the only recipe you know, so you don’t have to reach any milestones to unlock this drug....
Boruto: Two Blue Vortexhas drastically increased the danger for the heroes byintroducing some of the franchise’s most powerful villains. Not only is the protagonist being threatened by Jura and his army of Sentient God Trees, but he also has to worry about the powerful warriors of Konoha who see him as a traitor. Still, one more villain is waiting to get his revenge against the heroes, one who has been considered the weakest of them all:Code....
Boruto: Two Blue Vortexand theBorutoseries as a whole has done a great job expanding the powers and jutsu of the franchise, introducing many flashy and cool techniques. However,Shinjutsu has demonstrated that it’s easily the most powerful of the bunch, andthe strongest Shinjutsu, Omnipotence, has been expanded on, giving readers an idea of how powerful it is. Chapter #14 ofBoruto: Two Blue Vortexdealt with the aftermath of the Shinju attack on Konoha and Boruto’s capture by the village ninjas....
The final season ofStranger Thingsremains a distant dream for fans, and until Netflix decides to release it, they can watchsimilar shows and movies, like one of J.J. Abrams' projects from 2011.The sci-fi horror drama TV series, created by the Duffer Brothers, premiered in 2016 and has been a global phenomenon ever since. It will be tough for any piece of mediato replaceStranger Things. However, fans can look to other films or shows that came before or after it that share many commonalities withStranger Things, like the aforementioned 2011 sci-fi movie....
Director Julius Onah reveals how President Ross’Captain America: Brave New Worldending suits theMCU’s Red Hulk.Captain America: Brave New Worldis probably the most important installment inThaddeus Ross' MCU story, as it culminates his longtime hatred for superhumans with his transformation into Red Hulk. InCaptain America: Brave New World’s ending, Thaddeus Ross is removed from office and sent to the Raft, where Sam Wilson arranges a reunion between Ross and his daughter Betty, who makes her first on-screen appearance since 2008’sThe Incredible Hulk....
