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So, why are so many episodes of Doctor Who missing? Before digital recording, the BBC routinely reused videotapes to save money, as it was funded by the government. This meant old programs were simply taped over. As a result, many Doctor Who episodes have been lost. According to Justin Smith, a professor at De Montfort University, British broadcasters in the 1960s, 70s, and 80s discarded a lot of their content. Finding these missing episodes is considered the ultimate goal for fans. It’s understandable, though – those at the BBC years ago probably didn’t expect people would still be interested in a children’s show from the 1960s!

Before the show started, Kelley – the creator of many popular, award-winning dramas like Big Little Lies and Ally McBeal – jokingly apologized for having to replay the opening and closing credits three times. These credits feature a small statue of a woman inside a pinball machine, bouncing around and constantly close to falling. It’s a fitting image, as you’ll soon discover when you watch the show.

At a recent festival in Austin, the director discussed his upcoming movie, Disclosure Day, which will be his fourth film about aliens and his first in over two decades. He said the idea for the movie started in 2019 after reading a New York Times article about Navy pilots spotting unidentified flying objects. He was also fascinated by the 2022 and 2023 congressional hearings where military officials testified, under oath, that they believed in UFOs (now often called UAPs) and that the government was keeping information secret. This led him to his current conclusion…

As Steve, Brian’s old friend, shares details about Brian’s life and high school years, I initially question why Liann hadn’t already told Taylor these things. However, the more we discover about Brian and his relationship with Liann, the clearer her actions and motivations become. Steve describes Brian as a smart but volatile person who struggled with jealousy. After serving in the Marines, Brian was severely injured in a car accident, and both Steve and Liann believe he was never the same afterward. Liann explains that Brian had a powerful hold on her, similar to how Taylor feels about Dakota. He later developed a drug problem and became abusive towards Liann, a situation Steve reluctantly confirms he witnessed. Taylor is stunned by the extent of her mother’s experiences, while Liann appears increasingly withdrawn.

The initial video received a lot of attention and speculation back in December. Comedians Chris Fleming and Caleb Hearon briefly talked about it on Hearon’s podcast, So True, in late February, with Fleming jokingly suggesting the person in the video resembled actor James McAvoy, whom Fleming had previously compared to actor Zach Braff in his stand-up. However, Braff didn’t address the growing rumors that he was the ‘AI Chatbot Girlfriend Guy’ until a repost on the DeuxMoi Instagram account three months later. He responded by sharing a screenshot from the original podcast clip featuring the person discussing the story—who never actually mentioned Braff’s name—and adding his own comment.

Jared Padalecki announced on Instagram that filming for “Guarding Stars” is complete. He shared a selfie taken in the snow and expressed his gratitude to Calgary, Alberta, Canada, where the movie was filmed, jokingly thanking the city for hosting him, a “annoying Texan,” for a short time. Padalecki praised the people of Calgary as “incredible hosts” and hopes the cast and crew did the city proud.

Pirate movies haven’t generally been big hits in theaters, which explains why there aren’t many of them. Making these films is usually expensive, and even well-made ones have often lost money for the studios. Still, there are a few pirate movies that fans of One Piece might really enjoy.

The best hard science fiction isn’t just about complicated science; it’s about people. This series particularly explored what it means to be human, and that focus on relatable characters—rather than just complex ideas—is what continues to resonate with viewers even today, 23 years after it first aired.

Blending mystery and comedy can be tricky, but when it works, it really works! Think of classics like the movie Clue with Tim Curry, or the Scooby-Doo films. These movies are so engaging because strong characters and a puzzling plot encourage viewers to play detective along with the story. If you enjoy this fun mix of genres, a key movie from the 1970s deserves the credit.

Honestly, if someone told me the whole Live Más Live event was a cleverly disguised art project by Vince Staples commenting on modern society after his show was cancelled, I’d totally buy it. I’m amazed by the bizarre lines Taco Bell got celebrities to deliver. Benson Boone calling a Crème Brûlée Crunchwrap a “six-sided thirst trap” is a phrase I’ll never forget, right up there with Kim Catrall’s scatting or the “Adele Dazeem” moment. But despite all the spectacle – Benson Boone doing a backflip, Jason Sudeikis showing love for Kansas City, even finding forks in the kitchen – it all felt strangely formulaic. It was clear Taco Bell simply offered a lot of money to Ego Nwodim, Finneas, Devon Walker, Lil Jon, Doja Cat, and Ciara Miller from Summer House, and they all happily accepted.