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Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for Episodes 1 and 2 inThe Acolyte. The Acolyte, the latestStar Warsentry of the Disney era, just made its two-episode debut, and it’s alreadygarnering well-deserved praiseand piquing plenty of interest.Amandla Stenberg, ofThe Hunger GamesandBodies Bodies Bodiesfame, serves excellently as the series lead, accompanied by top-notch co-starsLee Jung-jae,Dafne Keen,Charlie Barnett, andCarrie-Anne Moss, to name a notable few. Set inthe High Republic era, about 100 years before the events of anyStar Warsfilm,The Acolytemay stand alone in its timeline andcast of characters, but this is still the same galaxy far, far away that we know and love....

A remote location is often a popular option when it comes to selecting a wedding venue, the quiet, and tranquil appeals to those who might crave a break from the noise and buzz of big cities, however, seclusion comes with a few cons including the possibility of becoming an easy target for an attack as is the case in the upcoming action flick,The Best Manstarring action starDolph LundgrenandLuke Wilson. With only a few weeks before the film releases in theaters, we now have a first look at what to expect in a new trailer that quickly makes it clear that there will be lots of guns blazing....

“A long, long time ago the World was in an age of Chaos.” In 1986, a kingdom was in trouble and a boy was destined to save it.The Legend of Zeldawas the first installment of one of Nintendo’s most successful game series. Defending Hyrule from Ganon’s (Len Carlson) evil clutches became a mission for millions of people across the globe. With news of a film adaptation in the works, let’s take a look back at the history of this video game franchise....

Easily one of the most iconic and beloved parts ofSurvivorhas been the exciting and unpredictable blindsides. When several contestants conspire against their allies to betray them and vote them out in an unexpected fashion, completely taking them by surprise, it makes for some of the most memorable moments in the show’s history. Some of the best players of all time have notorious blindsides in their resumes, with each season having its own standout signature blindsides and standout moments....

Whenever a show attempts aspinoff, sequel, or prequel, sometimes it goes fantastically well, like withFrasier, a spinoff ofCheersorBetter Call Saul, the prequel series toBreaking Bad. Other times, it goes horribly wrong: thinkThree’s a Crowd, the sad attempt to keep the momentum fromThree’s Companygoing, orThe Brady Brides, spinoff ofThe Brady Bunchthat was devised even after a movie following Jan and Marcia bombed, too. Through the decades, however, there have been some spinoffs that were admittedly bad, but deserve a second chance....

Some of the best movies are based on books, but there are a select few that stand out. Books can provide solid foundations on which to base movies. It can be challenging to effectively re-create the magic of books. The best movies based on books use the visual medium to expand on the source material. While there are many movies that can’t quite re-create the charm of the books, there are some that manage to add to the original narratives....

A greatsitcommust be funny. It doesn’t necessarily mean it has to be laugh-out-loud, rolling-on-the-floor funny, but it has to be able to tickle your funny bone. In order to get those laughs, it requires excellent writing andactorswho can lift it from page to screen with precision. So what happens when a sitcom doesn’t have just one great character?It fosters an ensemble of exceptional characters that creates a beloved universe like these shows....

Few literary pleasures beata good sci-fi or fantasy book. They immerse the reader in colorful new worlds, transporting them across galaxies, through time, and even into the depths of the human psyche. The best science fiction fuels the imagination, challenging us to question the world around us. More than just futuristic spectacle, the genre’s classics serve as mirrors, reflecting real-world anxieties, ethical dilemmas, and philosophical debates. With this in mind,this list looks at some sci-fi series that are fantastic from beginning to end....

The 2000s are a decade that people originally weren’t supposed to see. At the turn of the century, it was thought all the world’s computers were going to crash due to the infamous Y2K bug. Instead, the decade introduced us to trends that defined the new millennium: frost-tipped hair, plain white t-shirts, and innovative cartoon shows. The aughts, as fans have come to know them, would usher in a new era in cartoons....

For more than 50 years now,Al Pacinohas remained one of the best and most exciting actors not just of his generation, but of all time. Though his breakout role as Michael Corleone inThe Godfathergave him the chance to impress with a quietly intense performance, he eventually gained a reputation for hamming it up on screen, looking like he was having a blast, and in turn being a blast to watch....

‘Speak No Evil’ (2024) Available: Friday, December 6 James Watkins James McAvoy, Mackenzie Davis, Scoot McNairy There has been a fine selection of horror movies at the 2024 Box Office, withSpeak No Evilone of the more appreciated offerings. An adaptation of the 2022 Danish-Dutch flick of the same name, the film follows an unassuming couple and their daughter who become friends with another couple and their mute son while on vacation....

Wondering what to watch onNetflix? The so-called king of streaming services never stops, which means there’s a whole bunch of new TV shows hitting this month you’re gonna want to watch. And as usual, Netflix’s new shows are covering their bases, with everything from docuseries to domestic dramas to international sci-fi epics. If you’re looking for the latter, keep an eye out forTribes of Europa, a new action-packed dystopian drama from the producers ofDark....

One of the many films to play at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival was writer-directorJim Jarmusch’s dramaPaterson, which world premiered earlier this year at Cannes toglowing reviews. In the quiet film,Adam Driverplays a bus driver named Paterson who was named after his birthplace, Paterson, New Jersey, where he still lives. Over the course of seven days we follow Paterson as he adheres to his simple routines which include writing poetry, walking his dog, drinking at his local pub, and being there for his wife Laura (played byGoldshifteh Farahani)....