Minority Mindset

During a discussion with Jonathan Bailey for Variety‘s Actors on Actors, David Corenswet talked about why he appreciates collaborative creative work. He particularly enjoys working with directors like James Gunn, who meticulously plans scenes with storyboards but also encourages actors to contribute their ideas and even respectfully disagree. Gunn was so pleased with a moment they shared on set that he proudly posted the footage on social media, calling it a highlight of the filming process. Corenswet then went on to describe his experience with that specific interaction.

Leonardo DiCaprio and Mark Wahlberg are both major stars today, but early in their careers, their paths crossed in an interesting way. DiCaprio famously passed on the role that ultimately made Mark Wahlberg a household name: Eddie Adams, also known as Dirk Diggler, in the movie Boogie Nights.

After teaming up with Disney, Pixar started creating full-length animated movies consistently, with Toy Story being the first of many successes. Pixar’s focus on heartfelt and relatable stories aligned perfectly with Disney’s values, which led to Disney buying Pixar in 2006. This purchase allowed Pixar to create even more popular films, and they delivered hit after hit.

I was so relieved when the first part of Stranger Things season 5 came out! It did a fantastic job of bringing us back to Hawkins and reconnecting with all the characters without feeling rushed or chaotic. It really gives me hope for the new spinoff, Stranger Things: Tales from ’85, which will fill in the story between seasons 2 and 3. I’m excited to see what they do with that!

Even with economic uncertainty, now feels like a good time to indulge a little – to buy something special for someone you care about, or even for yourself. That’s why this month’s collection of physical media isn’t just about new releases, but also includes impressive box sets and other special editions perfect for holiday gifting.

It’s time to revisit beloved Christmas classics like Love Actually, Home Alone, Die Hard, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, The Holiday, The Nightmare Before Christmas, and It’s A Wonderful Life. These films remain popular year after year because of their heartwarming stories and ability to capture the real meaning of the holidays.

As a huge cinema fan, I was completely drawn into The Abandons. It’s a story about conflict – families fighting over land, hidden truths, and just trying to survive – and the themes of revenge and what’s right and wrong really resonated with me. The cast – including Lucas Till, Aisling Franciosi, Nick Robinson, and Diana Silvers – is fantastic, and the whole thing feels epic in scope while still being incredibly emotionally raw. Honestly, even though it’s a new show, it feels like a modern take on a classic Western. If you’re someone who loves stories about people pushed to their limits, characters who aren’t simply good or evil, and that feeling of living right on the edge of the law, trust me – you’ll be craving more after you finish watching The Abandons.