The #EllaMcCayChallenge Is Overshadowing Ella McCay

James L. Brooks’s new film, releasing December 12th, stars Emma Mackey as Ella McCay, a fictional character who’s already captured the public’s imagination – much like other memorable film protagonists. Based on the trailers, Ella seems like a woman juggling a lot – a chaotic family and a run for governor, to be exact! The movie plays with the idea that piling on more complications – like a quirky aunt (Jamie Lee Curtis) and an unusual brother (Spike Fearn), along with Kumail Nanjiani – will create a richer story. Interestingly, all the promotional posters show Ella putting on her shoe, even though this simple act doesn’t actually happen in the film – she manages to put her shoes on just fine!

While Waiting For Stranger Things Season 5 To Return, Watch This Underrated Sci-Fi That’s Almost Identical

With the new season of Stranger Things not arriving until December, fans will have plenty of free time. While they could spend it with family and enjoying the holidays, many will likely miss the show and be looking for something to fill the void. Luckily, there’s a lesser-known sci-fi movie from 2011 that captures a similar feel to Stranger Things and might just satisfy that craving.

‘Avatar’ Director James Cameron Regrets Hiding Truth Behind Motion Capture Performances

Renowned director James Cameron, known for films like Titanic and Aliens, recently discussed the growing use of generative AI with SAG-AFTRA’s Duncan Crabtree-Ireland. In the podcast, Cameron expressed his worries about the technology, stating that it’s important to distinguish between traditional computer-assisted filmmaking and true generative AI. He explained that the film industry has long relied on computers and performance capture, but these shouldn’t be confused with the new possibilities – and potential problems – of AI that creates content on its own.

Netflix’s Avatar: The Last Airbender Gave Us A First Look At Toph In Action, And Fans Are ‘Ready To Rock’

As a huge fan of Avatar: The Last Airbender, I was thrilled to hear Toph Beifong was joining the live-action adaptation! She first showed up in Season 2 of the original animated series and immediately became a favorite. This character is a blind earthbender – meaning she can basically control stone, sand, metal, you name it – but it’s her personality that really makes her special. She’s got this incredible sass and a really quick wit. Honestly, she was so crucial to Aang’s story that it felt inevitable she’d be part of the live-action show, and I couldn’t be more excited.

Josh Hutcherson On Hollywood Rejecting Him After The Hunger Games Wrapped: ‘The Industry Is So Godd— Tricky’

On a recent episode of Jesse Tyler Ferguson’s show, Dinner’s On Me, Josh Hutcherson, who played Peeta in The Hunger Games, shared that he was raised working all the time. He thought landing the role in The Hunger Games would finally provide long-term security. But when the franchise ended unexpectedly, he realized he hadn’t developed the skills to cope with failure. He explained:

“Unforgettable” Low-Budget Revenge Thriller You’ve Never Heard of Comes Out of Nowhere to Dominate Free Streaming

The new Tubi Original movie, A Mother’s Confession, which premiered this month, features Ciera Angelia (known from Empire), Raymond Seay (Mindhunter, Judas and the Black Messiah), George Murray Jr. (Spilled Paint), Brandon McGee (A Dark Place), Keon Black (The Last Assignment), James Jay Alexander (Abbott Elementary), Stephanie Benkovich (Christy), Sencere Brown (Friend Zone), and Shawn Ray (Man in the Blue Suit). Directed by Maya Table and written by Donna Christopher and LisaBeth Willis, the film has quickly become popular and reached the #1 spot on , despite being a relatively unknown title.

The Best Horror Movies of 2025

I’m starting by acknowledging the disappointments of the past year in horror releases, which helps explain what isn’t on this list and provides background for what is. Instead of focusing on films that failed to impress, I’ve highlighted the horror movies that truly stood out. You’ll find a range here – some are daring and original, pushing the boundaries of the genre, while others are simply enjoyable surprises. But what they all have in common is that they left a lasting impression, giving me something new to ponder or fear – which is particularly noteworthy considering how much real-world horror we’ve all been facing.