The series, set in a future America, explores how a groundbreaking discovery impacts everything from government and influential groups to the lives of ordinary people. The first season of Pluribus ended with a dramatic cliffhanger – a threat at the atomic level – which has left viewers wondering what will happen next.
Following the events of Daredevil, The Punisher centered on Frank Castle (Jon Bernthal), a former Marine seeking revenge on those responsible for his family’s death. The Netflix series, which ran for two seasons, moved away from typical superhero action and instead focused on a gritty and realistic portrayal of trauma, difficult moral choices, and the devastating consequences of constant violence.
Christmas offers a huge variety of movies, from heartwarming dramas like It’s A Wonderful Life to comedies such as A Christmas Story, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, and Elf. There’s even something for horror fans (Gremlins) or those who prefer more adult humor (Bad Santa), not to mention the many Christmas films made for channels like Hallmark.
This movie might have been an Oscar contender in years past, but Song Sung Blue arrived a little too late to be a serious competitor. It’s a heartwarming, if somewhat cheesy, film, and the Academy Awards haven’t been favoring that style lately. Without the pressure of awards season, though, it’s simply a lot of fun to watch. The music and the charming connection between the lead actors quickly draw you in, and it’s best to just enjoy the emotional journey the movie takes you on rather than overanalyze it.
The episode doesn’t end there. After Carol discovers the hive’s scheme, the scene shifts to Manousos, who’s back in Carol’s neighborhood studying English and taking notes about the hive. He looks up to see a helicopter, flown by Zosia, with Carol as a passenger. They’re carrying a large shipping container. Zosia drops Carol and the container off, then tells Manousos, “You win. We save the world.” The container? It holds an atom bomb.
The episode’s most powerful moment is likely the opening flashback, which finally shows the destruction of Shady Sands – an event previously only talked about in the Fallout games. Shady Sands was once the capital of the New California Republic and a key location in Fallout 2 and Fallout: New Vegas, where players could choose to support it. We learned in season one that Hank destroyed Shady Sands, claiming it was to protect Vault-Tec’s plan for repopulating Earth. However, his motivations were also personal: his wife, Rose, had left him and moved to Shady Sands, refusing to return. The flashback portrays Shady Sands as a thriving, even beautiful, town – a hopeful vision of a rebuilt world two centuries after the Great War. Its destruction, by another atomic bomb, is a devastating setback for civilization. Hank receives confirmation of the successful bombing on his Pip-Boy and appears briefly shaken, but remains committed to his mission. The scene cuts to a young Lucy asking her father, “When’s mom coming back?” as they begin to read The Wind in the Willows.
Hudson, who is currently promoting her new film Song Sung Blue, recently made an appearance on Watch What Happens Live, and she was asked directly by host Andy Cohen about her past connection to everyone’s favorite neighborhood superhero. A fan submitted a question asking if she had at one point turned down the role of Mary Jane, and in confirming the story, the actress explained why she doesn’t have any regrets about it. Said Hudson,
IO Interactive CEO and game director Hakan Abrak announced on the game’s social media that the release of 007 First Light is being delayed by two months. He explained that this will allow the team to deliver the highest quality experience, filled with exciting action, international locations, espionage, gadgets, and thrilling car chases.
I’m really impressed with the cast of Percy Jackson season 2 – they’re bringing a more mature feel to the show, and it’s working! Episode 4, where Percy, Annabeth, Tyson, and Clarisse head into the Sea of Monsters, is fantastic. It’s easily the most exciting and engaging episode so far – the show is really hitting its stride and taking some big swings with the story, and I’m loving it!
As a big fan of Taylor Sheridan’s work, I’ve noticed that Landman season 2 really captures that same feeling of looming trouble you get from Yellowstone. It’s clear Sheridan’s fingerprints are all over every episode, and this season is gripping – M-Tex Oil is in a really tough spot financially after everything that happened with Monty Miller, the previous president, and honestly, it’s all so well-written and compelling.