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First Reaction – Christmas Cards fits everything the fans of Christmas romance movies will love.

Beau DeMayo, the creator of X-Men ’97, publicly praised Marvel Studios after the trailer for the show’s second season was released.

I met with Jafar Panahi, 65, at the Reign restaurant in Toronto’s Fairmont Royal York hotel. Sheida Dayani, a theater historian and professor, was there to translate for him during his press tour for his new film, *It Was Just an Accident*. The film was secretly shot over 25 days in Tehran, and he’s become quite skilled at working discreetly. He arrived dressed in his typical style: dark sunglasses, a black polo shirt, and an army-green jacket, with a faint smell of cigarettes – he smokes about three packs a day. His voice is deep and resonant. He wasn’t feeling his best and was drinking hot water with honey instead of his usual Persian remedy, rock candy. We met just hours before the film’s premiere at the Toronto Film Festival, which was the sixth stop on a world tour that began at Cannes in late May, where *It Was Just an Accident* won the Palme d’Or. This award put him in an exclusive group of filmmakers – only three others, Henri-Georges Clouzot, Michelangelo Antonioni, and Robert Altman – have won the top prize at Cannes, Venice, and Berlin.

Jeremy Allen White says playing Bruce Springsteen in the upcoming film *Deliver Me From Nowhere* was more difficult than anything he’s ever done. He describes the role as his biggest challenge yet, largely because of the pressure to satisfy both dedicated Springsteen fans and the musician himself. White knew he was stepping into a unique … Read more

I’ve always loved how different *Near Dark* is from other vampire movies of the time, like *The Lost Boys*. It doesn’t try to be flashy or fun; it takes the romance out of vampirism and shows these creatures as truly dangerous, always hunting for their next meal. They’re basically outlaws, living on the edges of everything, and honestly, it feels more like a gritty western than a typical horror film. That’s a big contrast to how vampires were portrayed in *The Lost Boys*. I think it got lost in the shuffle when it first came out, released so close to that other film, but over the years, *Near Dark* has really become a favorite among horror fans – and for good reason!

I don’t know if Hudson can dance, but she’d have been amazing on the show. It would have been mostly for the funny videos and fan-made content, rather than her actually winning over the audience – that’s what Andy Richter is there for.

The time travel element in *Outlander* allows for endless story potential, and viewers have come up with some incredible theories. But it’s clear that *Blood of My Blood* has successfully captured the same captivating spirit as the original series, and fans are eager for Season 2, hoping they won’t have to wait long. Good news: even before Season 1 premiered in August 2025, the show was renewed, and filming for the next season is already underway.

Despite hints of romance and wild nights, the crew’s first evening out was surprisingly calm. This week’s episode starts with Christian and Max still arguing as they prepare the boat. Nathan steps in to mediate, pointing out they need to handle things more delicately. Afterwards, the crew heads out for dinner. On the way, Max confides in Nathan and Aesha that he’s struggling with Christian. Nathan tells him Christian needs to resolve the issues himself, and Aesha agrees, noting department heads don’t have time for extensive training. While Aesha is supportive, it’s a bit ironic considering she’s been successfully training a new crew member, V.

Simon Stone really knows how to direct a thriller, and *The Woman in Cabin 10* benefits from his confident hand. It’s a classic, engaging mystery, and the acting is consistently strong. While the central puzzle isn’t exactly groundbreaking – I figured out parts of it a little too early – the movie throws enough unexpected curves at you, especially in the frantic final scenes, to keep you thinking. And honestly, after watching the ending, I think some things definitely warrant a second look. Let’s break down what *actually* happens in that final act.

The documentary shows how Scorsese dealt with a difficult period in his life. After his 1977 film, *New York, New York*, received negative reviews and wasn’t well-received by audiences, he reportedly turned to drugs with musician Robbie Robertson, as reported by Entertainment Weekly.