In ARC Raiders’ latest Flashpoint update, the quest “Last Entry” sends you to Stella Montis. You’ll investigate the history of the station and the conflicts among the researchers who previously lived there, as directed by Shani.
The show stumbled significantly with its portrayal of Xander. Despite appearing throughout the entire series, he never really matured or changed as a person. He consistently acted selfishly, was generally unhelpful, and often unkind – remaining fundamentally irresponsible. This lack of growth became a major problem as the show continued, making his character increasingly frustrating.
The episode begins with Valerie recording her podcast, “Cherish the Time,” with Tommy. I initially underestimated him when he first appeared, but he’s doing a good job of establishing himself as a unique character, even though he’s stepping into the role previously held by Mickey – a difficult replacement. The show is clearly aware of how viewers might see this parallel, and it doesn’t shy away from addressing it. Jane arrives late to filming, citing work as the reason. Tommy jokes about still working at Trader Joe’s even if he had an Oscar, and Valerie immediately corrects him, instinctively saying, “Mickey, don’t.” This awkward moment highlights the ongoing comparison between Tommy and Mickey, and it’s a theme that resurfaces throughout the episode.
An ambitious energy plan proposed by Japan’s Shimizu Corporation – originally discussed in 2011 – is gaining renewed attention thanks to recent reports. The concept involves harnessing the Moon’s energy to power Earth.
During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Antony Starr was asked about a popular fan theory suggesting a romantic connection between his character, Homelander, and Billy Butcher. The interviewer playfully mentioned a potential “happy ending” for the pair, which visibly surprised Starr, who asked where the idea originated. The interviewers, Nathan and Valerie, then elaborated on the theory, jokingly suggesting the characters could even become friends. Starr responded with amusement and disbelief, questioning why the press was focusing on this idea, noting it was the second time the topic had been brought up.
This horror movie, rated R, centers on Sam Carpenter as she investigates a series of attacks by Ghostface that targeted her sister. She teams up with Dewey Riley to uncover the truth. The film was well-received by critics and proved to be a financial hit, earning $138 million on a $24 million budget.
I fully expect this show to suddenly turn heartbreaking each week, but I still find myself laughing and cheering from the next room whenever a dramatic event unfolds – often in a gazebo! I keep comparing it to The Gilded Age, and honestly, this is exactly what I wanted from that other show: compelling characters, over-the-top drama, and those wonderfully tense moments. We’ve spent so much time in stuffy living rooms on The Gilded Age, and it’s strange that The Forsytes is technically less polished, yet so much more enjoyable. The reason? It allows you to connect with the characters, and the actors don’t sound like they’re all reciting lines from a speech class.
Ultimately, DTF offers a surprisingly insightful and unique look at the growing problem of male loneliness and how dating apps have changed relationships in recent years. However, the way the story is presented – as a murder mystery stretched over seven episodes – doesn’t really add much depth. While it fits the mold of a typical, easy-to-watch drama for streaming audiences, it feels stretched and repetitive. This week’s interview with Clark, even with his lawyer present, follows the same pattern: he’s initially reserved, something reminds him of Floyd, he starts to open up, and then we see another flashback.
We noticed she was upset last week, and now she’s barely holding it together while at the park with her kids, confiding in a friend about everything that’s going on. While the business isn’t doing as well as planned, she’s most worried that her husband, Jared, feels useless. She tries to encourage him to relax, but ends up doing all the childcare herself, which leaves her completely drained – it’s a never-ending problem. Honestly, if she gets through even one episode of this show without crying, she deserves an award.
Elizabeth Stoddard is a larger-than-life character, but surprisingly, we don’t learn much about her. The show initially tries to define her as a powerful businesswoman – Walt even calls her a “She-E-O” – but quickly walks back the joke. While her introduction, and the arrival of Connie Britton, is exciting, the character feels more like a stereotype. She visits Ludlow solely for the dedication of a building named after her – completely unconcerned with her daughter’s problems – and constantly projects an image of being incredibly busy, seemingly never prioritizing her family. It’s off-putting. The only thing that makes Beth somewhat likable is Connie Britton’s naturally warm and subtle performance.