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Even though Scarlet Witch is a powerful and beloved character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it seems Marvel Studios isn’t sure how to use her. The version of her from the main MCU timeline died in Doctor Strange, and Elizabeth Olsen has hinted she doesn’t expect to return to the role soon, even in films like Avengers: Doomsday. A new show coming out highlights this issue: it’s continuing storylines based on Scarlet Witch’s past, but without actually including the character herself.

During an appearance on the So True with Caleb Hearon podcast, Wachowski explained how people have understood her work, saying:

The story begins in Cambridge, England, in 2007. We meet Helen MacDonald (Foy) as she observes a pair of goshawks flying high above. She’s thrilled and immediately calls her father, Alisdair (Brendan Gleeson), a well-known photographer, to share what she’s seen. Alisdair, who instilled in Helen a love of nature and birds, was known for his bold spirit and dedication to his work. Helen’s mother (Lindsay Duncan) worried because he wouldn’t consider retiring.

Usually, finding out what Max has been experiencing inside Henry’s mental prison would be a highlight, but this episode has so much going on that it feels less important. Sadie Sink does a great job delivering a lot of necessary information, but this storyline mostly serves as a pause in the action. Max explains everything that happened in season four to Holly, then fills her in on the events after Max’s death and revival, leading to her current comatose state. Essentially, Max figures out she’s stuck in a confusing labyrinth of Henry’s memories. We revisit the Hawkins Lab massacre (again), see a flashback to Hawkins High in 1959, and ultimately, Max finds herself confronting Henry’s memories of her.

John Krasinski not only directed a highly praised horror film, but he also starred in it alongside his wife, Emily Blunt. This movie is now considered a career highlight for him. Since then, he’s appeared in several other popular films, including Free Guy, The Fountain of Youth, and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

Netflix has a fantastic range of movies, offering something for everyone. With so many options, it can be hard to decide what to watch, but these top picks should help you find the perfect film for your weekend.

Alfred Hitchcock is widely considered a cinematic master, but Quentin Tarantino has consistently disagreed, believing Hitchcock’s work is overrated. Surprisingly, Tarantino even dislikes one of Hitchcock’s most famous horror films and actually prefers a remake of it – a remake that most people consider inferior.

Lorelai Gilmore especially loves the first snowfall, highlighting how important winter is to the show Gilmore Girls. The series deeply focuses on bonds between family and friends, which are central to any holiday. Gilmore Girls features numerous holiday-themed episodes, from Thanksgiving to winter festivals, and some have become truly iconic.

In a recent interview with People magazine, Wicked: For Good director Jon M. Chu explained the creative choice to keep Dorothy’s face hidden throughout the film. While they filmed scenes showing her face, the team ultimately decided it was a distraction from the story. Chu shared that the casting process focused on finding someone whose physicality would instantly convey the character, even without seeing their face – a challenge Bethany Weaver successfully met, earning her the role.

With millions of copies sold, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is one of the most popular games on the Nintendo Switch. While it’s incredibly successful, it hasn’t held players’ attention as long as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, the best-selling Switch game, and many players have since stopped playing.