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Science fiction has become increasingly popular on TV in recent years, with shows like Foundation, The Mandalorian, Stranger Things, and Westworld revitalizing the genre. However, a hugely influential franchise that has shaped many of the best sci-fi movies and shows is about to leave Netflix.
In a recent interview on the So True with Caleb Hearon podcast, filmmaker Lilly Wachowski – along with her sister Lana, who are both trans women – discussed how she feels about right-wing groups using their film for political purposes. Wachowski explained that creators need to accept that audiences will interpret their work in different ways, regardless of the original intent. “You have to let go of your work. People are gonna interpret it however they interpret it,” she said.
Sergio Leone was a remarkably efficient director, making every moment on film count. He built compelling stories through carefully crafted scenes, from memorable character introductions to thrilling confrontations, ensuring his films would be enjoyed for generations. He especially excelled at creating perfect endings, as seen in classics like Once Upon a Time in the West and A Fistful of Dollars. In 1966, his collaboration with Clint Eastwood resulted in what many consider the pinnacle of his career – a legendary showdown that remains iconic even fifty-nine years later.
Previously, attacking bandit hideouts was a great way for new players to gain experience and get useful equipment. These hideouts could also drop valuable items that helped boost your early-game income. You’d simply gather a team, defeat all the bandits, and then defeat their leader in a one-on-one or team battle. However, the system now functions differently.
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the creators of Stranger Things, the Duffer brothers, said that Season 5 likely won’t feature any brand new monsters. Matt Duffer explained they considered it, but decided to focus on creatures and storylines from earlier seasons. They didn’t want to overcrowd the final season, and instead wanted to revisit familiar elements.
As a long-time fan, I have to admit the Fast & Furious series peaked a while back, but seeing it wrap up on the big screen after 26 years is going to be huge. Vin Diesel recently shared an update about Fast 11, and it sounds like we’re still on track for a release in a couple of years. I’m really hoping they can stick the landing and give the franchise the awesome ending it deserves.
This fall, Bordeaux launched two expansions for their popular games: the Claws of Awaji DLC for Assassin’s Creed Shadows in September, and the free Valley of Memory DLC for Assassin’s Creed Mirage in November.
Researchers have created a comprehensive dataset of Reddit posts to better understand and benchmark mental health indicators using social media data.
Val Kilmer’s portrayal of Doc Holliday was Oscar-worthy, showcasing both comedic timing and genuine emotion. Although Dances with Wolves briefly brought Westerns back into popularity in the 90s, Kilmer, a self-proclaimed fan of the genre, didn’t get many more opportunities to star in Western films.
The first Transformers movie, directed by Michael Bay, premiered in 2007 and brought the popular robots to life with impressive special effects. Despite negative reviews, the film—starring Shia LaBeouf and Megan Fox—was a huge financial success, earning $708 million on a $151 million budget. This launched a series of profitable sequels – Revenge of the Fallen, Dark of the Moon, and Age of Extinction – which brought in billions of dollars and allowed Bay to continue the franchise with The Last Knight. However, that’s where the series began to struggle.