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You’re probably curious about how often the characters say “clock tick” in the musical Wicked. I counted five instances where it’s used as a playful way to say “just a moment.” Initially, it seems like just another quirky expression from the land of Oz, similar to words like “obsessulated.” But the phrase appears repeatedly – Nessa uses it with a servant, and in a particularly dramatic scene, Elphaba casually says “Now you wait just a clock tick” when Glinda confronts her, effectively downplaying the tension.

The film Eternity takes place in the afterlife, where people who have just died get to choose how they’ll spend forever. They arrive at a massive, bustling train station that serves as a gateway to different worlds. Each person is paired with an ‘afterlife coordinator’ who helps them pick their eternal destination. This place, called the Junction, is like a huge convention center, with various worlds being promoted through displays and booths. There’s everything from Nudist World and Mountain World to a retro Studio 54 World and even a Smoker’s World (where cigarettes don’t pose a health risk). The popular Man-Free World is already full! (Part of the fun of the movie is spotting all the unique and imaginative worlds.) When Larry Cutler arrives, he’s slow to choose. He knows his wife, Joan, was also very ill and will likely arrive soon. You can bring a loved one with you to any world, but once you both make a decision, it’s permanent. If that feels a bit limiting for an eternity of happiness, perhaps you should discuss it with the filmmakers.

Early estimates suggest Zootopia 2 could earn between $135 and $150 million at the box office over the Thanksgiving holiday. Meanwhile, the recently released Wicked: For Good is projected to make around $80 million during the three-day weekend.

There’s been a lot of discussion about how The Odyssey was filmed, including the stunning locations and the massive amount of IMAX film used. Interestingly, one set actually had to be built on a soundstage. Matt Damon shared with Empire Magazine (via IGN) that while filming at Sony, Tom Holland – who plays Telemachus in the movie and is friends with Sony’s Tom Rothman – arranged a full 70mm screening of Lawrence of Arabia for the cast and crew. Damon went on to say…

Netflix recently revealed the character cards for Season 2 of One Piece, giving fans a sneak peek at who will be joining the Straw Hat crew on their adventures to exciting new places. Dedicated viewers will quickly recognize the symbols for characters like Miss Wednesday and Tony Tony Chopper. Check them out here:

The season 4 finale of Abbott Elementary was nearly flawless, but the show hasn’t fully embraced all the traditional elements of classic sitcoms. The first episode of season 5 put a welcome spotlight on the beloved character of Mr. Johnson, but the series has sometimes neglected other supporting characters, with the focus primarily on Janine, Gregory, and Ava.

Find out everything about Spy x Family Season 3, Episode 9, including where and how to watch it online.

Barry Hertz’s new book, “Welcome to the Family,” tells the story of the Fast & Furious franchise, including details about the difficult making of Fast X. It shares what originally was planned for the sequel – like the villain Dante, played by Jason Momoa, gathering a team of Dom’s old enemies. However, the most surprising revelation (reported by IndieWire) is the reason why director Justin Lin unexpectedly left the project, leaving its future uncertain.

During an interview with Variety while promoting his latest film, Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Daniel Craig Johnson shared details about his next project. He mentioned the movie will be inspired by 1970s thrillers, a concept he’s touched on before.

The film opens with a striking sequence that immediately showcases the beautiful visuals of this captivating thriller. Director Kleber Mendonça Filho and cinematographer Evgenia Alexandrova used classic PanaVision lenses and equipment to film “The Secret Agent,” giving it a wider, cinematic feel and a look reminiscent of 1970s films. But it’s more than just a stylistic nod; the camera work truly pulls you into the story’s lively world.