Splinter of the Mind’s Eye as a Low Budget Star Wars Sequel
Key Insights Film Success: Star Wars became a surprise hit, grossing $410 million worldwide after its 1977 release. Backup Plan: George Lucas had a low-budget sequel plan involving the novel Splinter of the Mind’s Eye. Novel Restrictions: Alan Dean Foster…
‘Conan the Barbarian’ Spin-Off Movie Arrives After 15 Years, Faces Low Rotten Tomatoes Score
With the number of years it took for this sword and sorcery spin-off to finally hit large screens, one would have expected a noteworthy debut that would make a lasting impression on both fans and critics. Sadly, that’s not the…
Xenomorph from Earth Receives Hilarious Fan Nickname
Fans have given the new Xenomorph in Alien: Earth a simple but accurate nickname. Alien: Earth is the latest entry in the expansive Alien franchise. Noah Hawley, who previously wrote and directed episodes of TV shows such as Fargo and…
Final Fantasy Tactics: Chronicles of Ivalice
Final Fantasy‘s next game isn’t even out yet, and I’m already thinking about how good a follow-up could be. While FF7 Remake Part 3 and the inevitable FF17 are still a ways away, we’re getting a remastered classic before either…
47 Ronin director’s Netflix fraud case takes a new turn
Key Takeaways Legal Battle: Carl Rinsch faces charges of defrauding Netflix out of $11 million. Mental State: His defense claims he was in a state of psychosis during the project. Financial Issues: Rinsch asserts he is too broke to attend…
Monica Lewinsky’s Role in ‘The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox’
Hulu’s new true crime story, <em>The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox</em>, accurately depicts its subject matter, but there was one unexpected person behind the scenes. In addition to Amanda Knox telling her story, her friend Monica Lewinsky joined the project…
MSNBC Name Change to MS Now: What You Need to Know
MSNBC is set to undergo a name change in the coming days. This transition follows its parent company, Comcast, spinning the channel off into a new company called Versant. Once MSNBC becomes part of Versant, it will no longer be…
Death Note Reboot Can Address Anime’s Female Character Issues
The upcoming reboot of Death Note by Netflix presents a significant opportunity to address one of the major storytelling criticisms that plagued the original anime. While skepticism about this new live-action adaptation is understandable, it has the potential to succeed…
Dept. Q Season 2 Confirmed for Netflix
Key Takeaways Renewal Announcement: Netflix has renewed Dept Q. for a second season, continuing the crime thriller series. Returning Cast: Matthew Goode will reprise his role as DCI Carl Morck, joined by Alexej Manvelov, Leah Byrne, and Jamie Sives. Filming…
McBee Dynasty Wedding Rocked by Steve McBee Sr.’s Chaos
Key Insights: Jesse’s Struggles: Jesse McBee is experiencing anxiety about marriage due to his father’s negative influence. Communication Efforts: Jesse attempts to break the cycle of dysfunction by opening up to his fiancée, Alli Ventresca. Family Dynamics: The McBee brothers…
Amanda Knox’s True Story Behind Hulu’s Miniseries
Fans are curious whether the upcoming Hulu series, The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox, is based on a true story. This crime drama features Grace Van Patten in the lead role as Amanda Knox. With its release on August 20,…
Universal Closes Roller Coaster Permanently After 15 Years
Universal Orlando Resort has officially closed a beloved rollercoaster 15 years after it debuted. Founded in 1990, Universal Orlando Resort has always updated its offerings to match the biggest pop culture hits. Although some rides (like Jurassic Park River Adventure)…