Movies

I was a little disappointed to learn that Netflix is taking down 12 Strong on January 1st, 2026! It’s currently the only place you can stream it with a subscription, and so far, nobody’s announced where it will be available next. If you’re like me and love this true story about the incredible U.S. Army Special Forces team – with Chris Hemsworth as their commander – sent to Afghanistan after 9/11, you’ll want to watch it soon before it disappears from Netflix!

As The Rings of Power approaches its third season, opinions remain divided on whether the Prime Video series has lived up to Amazon’s expectations as a follow-up to Game of Thrones. However, it’s also worth noting that Prime Video already has another fantasy adaptation that many consider to be even better.

James Gandolfini’s performance as Tony Soprano is considered one of the best ever in television, and the show’s writing was excellent, perfectly complementing his work. The Sopranos is full of unforgettable scenes, ranging from darkly funny moments to deeply meaningful discussions.

Video game movies are having a moment, recently achieving huge success with several blockbusters. But it was Angelina Jolie’s role as Lara Croft in the Tomb Raider movies, released 24 years ago, that really paved the way for all video game adaptations. Her performance set the standard for how these films could be made.

The movie Wicked, released in 2024, earned almost $758 million in theaters. Starring Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, the film is actually two parts that tell the story of how Elphaba became the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda became Glinda the Good. The story unfolds before and during Dorothy’s time in Oz, and follows Elphaba’s fight against the Wizard (played by Jeff Goldblum) after she realizes he’s a fake.

Weekends are perfect for movie time! Whether you prefer going to the cinema or staying cozy at home with popcorn and pajamas, you can easily enjoy a film from the comfort of your couch.

The name “Panem” comes from the Latin phrase panem et circenses, which means “bread and circuses.” This refers to the Roman emperors’ practice of keeping the public happy with food and entertainment. For many years, the region was ruled by President Snow, a strict leader who used a military force called the Peacekeepers to maintain control.

Even though the Hulk was a central figure in the beginning of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and a founding member of the Avengers, he hasn’t gotten his own dedicated movie series. Interestingly, he’s still been part of several successful films, which actually emphasizes how much untapped potential this major Marvel character has.

I’ve noticed that even with successful movies coming out, something feels off sometimes. But seeing Alan Ritchson as Reacher on Prime Video? That really clicked for me. He doesn’t try to reimagine Jack Reacher – he actually is the character Lee Child wrote, bringing that powerful physicality to life in a way we haven’t seen before. It feels like the real Reacher, finally.

Ransone’s death was ruled a suicide on December 19. He’s survived by his wife and son.