Marvel has been on television for years, starting with cartoons that were especially popular in the 1990s. But the 2010s brought a major expansion for Marvel TV. Shows like Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Agent Carter, Inhumans, and the Marvel series on Netflix created a real golden age for Marvel on TV.
Pet Lands is a free game where you collect monsters, craft items, and progress even when you’re not actively playing. You can add it to your Steam library and keep it permanently if you do so before March 22nd. If you miss the deadline, a free demo is available to try out the game.
DC Comics recently revealed previews of upcoming “Absolute” editions featuring Two-Face and the Penguin. While fans are excited, these definitive versions of the villains won’t be available for a little while yet, but promise to be a compelling addition to the DC universe.
The new HBO comedy, Rooster, had a very strong start, becoming the most-watched comedy debut on HBO in over ten years, according to The Wrap. It attracted 2.4 million viewers across HBO and HBO Max in its first three days – a particularly impressive feat for a new comedy series, which HBO has been actively investing in recently. The big question was whether that initial popularity would continue on streaming platforms, and the answer is a definite yes.
I’ve been trying to put my finger on this trend for years, and I think I finally have it. It’s a very specific kind of movie – one that really blossomed with filmmakers like Greta Gerwig in films like Frances Ha and Hannah Takes the Stairs. It heavily influenced a younger generation, like Lena Dunham and the awkward, cringe-worthy humor of Girls. These films usually center around young women, often incredibly charming, stumbling through their twenties, figuring things out with a lot of messy relationships and a casual attitude. But it’s not just women – you also get these stories about men, often drifting and a little lost, too old to be living with their parents but not quite knowing what to do with their lives. Think of a movie like the Duplass brothers’ Jeff, Who Lives at Home – Jason Segel plays this wonderfully aimless guy, a kind of stoner-philosopher, who goes on this bizarre quest to Home Depot, seemingly searching for meaning in the most unexpected places. It’s a genre built on a certain kind of vulnerability and, honestly, a lot of relatable messiness.
She shared on March 19th that her daughter is recovering well and is back on her feet. She expressed gratitude to the recovery community and her supporters for their kindness and encouragement. While she wants to keep the details of the journey private for now, she hopes to share her experiences and offer hope when the time is right, and sent her support to anyone facing similar challenges.
The movie I, Robot, directed by Alex Proyas and written by Jeff Vintar, stars Will Smith as detective Del Spooner. He’s investigating the death of a scientist, Dr. Alfred, and with the assistance of robopsychologist Dr. Susan Calvin, he must determine if a robot committed the crime – even though that would break the fundamental rules governing robot behavior. While it might seem familiar, the film is based on Isaac Asimov’s classic story of the same name, and you can currently watch it on AMC+.
John Carpenter, the famous filmmaker, is releasing his first graphic novel, titled Cathedral. It’s being published by Storm King Comics, a company founded by his wife, Sandy King. The story follows Lieutenant Christine Marks as she investigates an abandoned cathedral in downtown Los Angeles. She believes a monster inside is responsible for her father’s murder. Along with detectives Paul Hernandez and Steve Mayfield, she explores the church and uncovers the terrifying secrets hidden within its walls.
The show is designed so that details from previous episodes often become important later on, sometimes even directly impacting events in the same season. The recent preview for The Pitt season 2, episode 12 suggests an early detail will now be crucial, as a nurse finds herself in danger.
This reveal isn’t a surprise; the show has been building towards it for several seasons. While the mystical elements play a part, it really started back in season two when Master Raymond told Claire about a pale-blue light surrounding her – we actually saw it! He was a mysterious character, to say the least. Then, in season four, Cherokee healer Adawehi shared a dream with Claire, predicting she would gain wisdom beyond time as she aged. We see that prophecy unfolding in the latest episode. It’s exciting, but also concerning, because Adawehi also warned Claire about death being unavoidable and not her fault. Given the talk of the upcoming battle at King Mountain, this makes me worried about Jamie and Claire’s fate. It feels like something bad is looming, but the increasing tension is definitely keeping me hooked as the season comes to a close.