4 New Movies Worth Renting Right Now
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Who’s Voicing the Cowardly Lion in Wicked: For Good?
The Cowardly Lion has a very small part in the second act of the musical *Wicked* – originally, only a rope representing him was visible. But because the stage show is being adapted into two long, visually-rich movies, the filmmakers wanted a well-known actor for the role. Director Jon M. Chu told Deadline he directly messaged an actor he admired on Instagram, explaining the part wasn’t large but asking if they’d be interested. The actor enthusiastically agreed, and they quickly recorded the lines.
So Many New Euphoria Co-Stars Just Dropped
HBO announced on October 17th that Natasha Lyonne, known for her role in Poker Face, and Broadway performer Trisha Paytas will join the cast for the next season. Several other new actors will also appear, including Gideon Adlon, Bill Bodner, Colleen Camp, Homer Gere, Jessica Blair Herman, Hemky Madera, Kwame Patterson, Rebecca Pidgeon, Bella Podaras, Cailyn Rice, Eli Roth, Madison Thompson, Jack Topalian, Sam Trammell, and Matthew Willig.
Ripple Just Embedded XRP Into The World’s Treasury Plumbing, Experts Explain
Developer Vincent Van Code (@vincent_vancode) wasn’t having any of the hype. “I’m pretty sure no one in crypto Twitter even understands what this is,” he quipped, before diving into the plumbing of it all. He’s right, because GTreasury isn’t just another wild, speculative bet-it’s a well-oiled machine that helps big corporations manage payments, liquidity, and cash flow. And it already talks to the big boys-SWIFT, ISO20022, and whatever else makes you feel important.
Police overwhelmed by volunteers to smoke weed for training exercise
On October 14th, the Ocean City Police Department put out a call on social media asking adults 21 and over to participate in a drug-related activity.
‘Georgie & Mandy’s First Marriage’ Showrunner Teases Their Split
Holland told Deadline that while they have a general idea of what will happen with Georgie’s story, the timing of those events is still flexible. This allows them creative freedom to weave those plot points into the narrative in a way that feels both organic and unexpected.
Aster’s Plunge: A Tale of Woe and Wallet Woes 😢💸
The winds of sentiment grow colder, and the once-sturdy $1.00 threshold trembles like a frail bridge over a tempestuous river. Should it falter, the descent into the abyss may well be swift and merciless. 🌉💔
Ghost Of Yotei’s New Patch Fixes Some “Permanent Mission Blocking” Bugs
Sucker Punch Productions released the patch notes for Update 1.010 on their website. This update fixes a couple of rare crashes and replaces some temporary game elements during a key story moment. However, the biggest improvements are numerous gameplay adjustments that make the game even smoother and more enjoyable to play on PS5.
Hayao Miyazaki’s Legendary First Movie Is Getting A Steelbook Limited Edition
This new steelbook edition of Lupin III: The Castle of Cagliostro is a nice collectible, but it’s not the only way to own the film. A 4K version was released in 2021 and is currently available on Amazon for $28. While you won’t get the steelbook case, the 4K version includes a high-definition picture, a reversible cover, a slipcover, and all the same bonus features.
Battlefield 6: Best Assault Class Loadouts
Since the very beginning of Battlefield, with the original Battlefield 1942 and its American assault troops armed with BARs, this class has always been about breaking through enemy lines. Their job is to create an opening so the team can advance and secure the area.