Fans were very upset when The Walking Dead killed off Carl, and the show didn’t adequately fill the void his character left. Similarly, Glenn’s death was highly controversial, and even now, people disagree about whether it was a good choice – but such a shocking departure was bound to cause a strong reaction.
To be honest, before 2022’s Prey, I wasn’t a huge Predator devotee. I enjoyed the films, sure, but I wouldn’t have called myself a dedicated fan. But Prey really grabbed me, and now, having just finished Predator: Badlands, I’m officially hooked – I loved it almost as much as Prey! It’s actually made me rethink what I want to see in a future Predator movie.
Despite a relatively quiet year for official announcements from DC and Marvel, the movies we did get were excellent. We saw a strong and diverse range of films, including James Gunn’s take on Superman, a promising Fantastic Four reboot, a new Captain America with a fresh lead actor, the edgy Thunderbolts team-up, and a surprising animated superhero hit that became the year’s biggest blockbuster, earning over $2 billion.
Okay, so beyond knowing Downey is leading the next Avengers film, we’re pretty much in the dark about what Avengers: Doomsday will actually be about. But, thinking about some recent hints and reveals from the MCU, I’ve started to wonder if the whole idea of RDJ playing Doctor Doom might be a misdirection. Here’s what makes me think that…
While promoting his new movie, The Running Man, director Edgar Wright answered a question on Reddit about the film’s progress. He clarified that he isn’t directing it, but Joe Cornish – a frequent collaborator who originally wrote and directed the source material – is currently working on it.
David Twohy, the director of Pitch Black, includes a confusing plot twist in A Perfect Getaway that ultimately doesn’t make sense once you know who the real killers are. While the killers enjoy putting on a show, this twist feels forced and detracts from what is otherwise a gripping murder mystery. It unfortunately risks ruining the whole experience.
Miranda arrives at what looks like the offices of Runway magazine when she’s unexpectedly stopped by Andy Sachs – but Andy is sporting a strikingly familiar look. She’s adopted the signature sunglasses, bold lipstick, and high-fashion style of Miranda herself, hinting at a possible rivalry. The trailer leaves us wondering if Andy is now seeking revenge, or if she’s become the new, intimidating figure. While the film touches on the changing landscape of media, the trailer smartly focuses on what audiences really want: fabulous fashion. And it delivers, showcasing two stunning outfits.
During a panel at Space Con 2025 (as reported by Popverse), Renner revealed that the emotional goodbye scene between his character and another was originally intended to be much more action-packed with aliens. Marvel ultimately decided to reshoot the sequence to focus on the characters’ personal connection instead.
Few Western TV shows match Gunsmoke‘s ability to consistently produce excellent episodes over a long period. While many Westerns have offered either a lot of episodes or high quality, Gunsmoke uniquely managed to deliver both consistently, something rarely seen before or since.
There are a few possible reasons why the movie didn’t do as well as expected. Some believe the shift in genre – from a sci-fi horror to a sci-fi action film – played a role. While this was a daring decision for M3GAN 2.0, it wasn’t the only factor influencing its performance.