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To anyone even slightly acquainted with Superman’s backstory, this situation might appear absurd. Created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster in 1938 – two Jewish immigrants’ children born in Cleveland – the character was initially depicted as an infant refugee sent to Earth by his alien parents. This tale is as unchangeable as Batman’s mother’s pearl necklace being left in a back alley. However, facts seem to be insignificant amidst a strong wave of anger. This one, however, seems particularly misleading. To refresh our memories, here’s a summary of the claims made thus far.

The Foundation, whose original planet of Terminus was destroyed centuries ago, has established a new base called New Terminus. They’ve evolved beyond their religious-cult phase and now focus on expansion and trade, expanding rapidly across the outer reaches to pose a significant challenge to the Empire’s galactic control. However, the Foundation is not immune to internal struggles, particularly classism and power struggles between a predominantly conservative bureaucracy and the trading guilds, who are inspired by their founding hero, Hober Mallow, and place such importance on independence that they’re prepared to wage war to secede. This sets the stage for the impending Third Crisis, as predicted by Professor Ebling Mis (Alexander Siddig), a self-taught historian with a profound faith in Hari Seldon, having authored extensively about him.

In the film “Apocalypse in the Tropics,” which begins its theatrical run today and will air on Netflix on July 14th, the protagonist Silas Malafaia is prominently featured. He’s a highly influential right-wing Pentecostal pastor who has cultivated close ties with political figures, creating a mutually beneficial relationship with power. Interestingly, he once supported Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, a left-wing presidential candidate in 2002; later, his alliance with Bolsonaro elevated the latter from a relatively unknown right-wing figure to a serious contender for presidency. Over time, Costa has managed to record Malafaia on multiple occasions, showcasing both his fiery public performances and more private moments. The film is an impressive demonstration of access. Both his eloquence and megalomania are evident in these instances. He seems to grasp the allure of his brand of Christianity for a population grappling with economic and political upheaval; he points out that since the 1980s, Evangelicalism has expanded from a minor sect to over 30% of the nation. Moreover, he understands the immense power this affords him, which explains why he’s willing to endorse, support, and in many cases mold politicians, seemingly abandoning the country’s secular tradition.

revitalizing DC’s struggling cinematic universe and winning over an audience who may be tired of too many comic book movies. However, one might question if Superman himself isn’t also suffering from oversaturation, given that there have been 13 previous films featuring the Man of Steel. Each film represents a distinct milestone in the history of superhero cinema: turning comic book stories into cheap, episodic entertainment, creating the first blockbuster comic book movie with classic Hollywood flair, and using Superman as the catalyst for a connected superhero universe. So which Superman prevails? We’ve ranked every live-action Superman film (excluding animated productions) to see how Gunn’s version compares.

Today is wrapping up with the letter ‘y’, which means it’s time for another police-themed show! This one is called “Ballard”, a spin-off from “Bosch: Legacy”, which was based on the Amazon Prime Video series inspired by crime writer Michael Connelly’s numerous novels about detective characters Renée Ballard and Harry Bosch. In “Ballard”, Maggie Q portrays a determined and compassionate investigator whose past tragedies and professional betrayals have fueled her pursuit of justice for forgotten victims. There are approximately 6,000 cold cases in the LAPD, and as the head of the new Cold Case Unit, Renée is dedicated to solving as many as possible. Her initial case revolves around the early 2000s murder of teenager Sarah Pearlman, whose death inspired her brother, Councilman Jake Pearlman (Noah Bean), to establish the Cold Case Unit and support Ballard in her role as its leader – as long as she identifies Sarah’s killer in a way that benefits him politically.

It was clear that Jess’s personal secrets on Instagram might be revealed, and after Georgia-Peach and Oriel’s wedding, we anticipated Felix would slip up again. We suspected these two challenges could lead to problems for them, but what makes “Enough, Actually” intriguing is that both crises coincide, with Jess finding stability in her career at the same time. Real life often works this way – events tend to pile up all at once. The story we’d like for Jess is one where she excels at work, enjoys a healthy relationship with Felix, moves past her obsession with Wendy and Zev, and seizes opportunities that came with her move to London. But that tale would be a fairy tale; while the rom-com genre has its fantastical elements, it remains grounded in reality. And in reality, unexpected challenges do arise.

Megan Stalter’s performance was remarkably transformative; she began the show timidly self-conscious but ended up completely immersed in her character. At first, I had my doubts, but by the end of the show, she skillfully blended being a comedian and embodying her character. Jess is humorous, reminiscent of Megan Stalter’s style, yet unlike the characters in her sketches, she avoids being an over-the-top caricature. Despite her frequent frustrating and selfish behaviors, it’s impossible not to grow fond of her.

Over the years, Krypto has symbolized a picture of Rockwellian America – a place where a virtuous man owns a loyal dog and welcomes the extraordinary science fiction found in a canine donning a cape and displaying superpowers. His path to the big screen, however, wasn’t without its challenges. To truly appreciate DC Comics’ most noble canine making his grand entrance (and flight) into blockbuster territory, it’s crucial to comprehend the heroic obstacles that Krypto’s character had to overcome. In 2025, Krypto will be turning 70; there’s no need to calculate this age in Superdog years!

The imminent and noticeable unspoken conflict unfolds between Harrison and Dexter, as Dexter persistently hangs around Empire Hotel without reaching out, disregarding Harry’s attempts to engage. However, due to the recurring vision of Ryan’s injured face that Harrison experiences, it’s simple enough for him to ignore this encounter as another guilt-induced illusion. As promised, Dexter is present to shield his son from any blunders made by an inexperienced killer. While examining Ryan’s hotel room, Dexter appears unusually delighted. “If Harrison committed a kill here, he cleaned up thoroughly,” Dexter remarks, showing off his protective instincts. Although this may be accurate, Wallace and Oliva are also present, and they prove to be far more competent than the usual Dexter police force. Wallace swiftly determines that Ryan’s room is excessively clean – oxygen bleach was likely used, indicating someone with forensic knowledge. The new toilet-tank lid and porcelain dust in the victim’s hair help identify the murder weapon, and the Rohypnol found in Ryan’s suitcase suggests a botched date rape. Oliva notes that sexual assault victims typically don’t dismember their attackers and store them in garbage bags, but Wallace recognizes she’s onto something. In a later scene of the episode, she discovers footage of Ryan carrying a drugged Shauna out of the hotel bar, so she brings the stranger back to New York for interrogation.

Actor Alec Sharpe, who starred as Ethan in “The White Lotus” season two and James in Jesse Eisenberg’s “A Real Pain,” has been cast as the leading man for a Netflix series opposite Megan Stalter. The role isn’t an exact replica of Lena Dunham’s love story with her husband, Luis Felber, but is certainly inspired by it. Sharpe developed a connection to his character, Felix, in Dunham’s scripts and collaborated with Felber on writing the songs for the show that Felix performs. In interviews, Sharpe has praised Stalter, Dunham, and another vital female collaborator – Mia the dog – for their work on the series. Felix is depicted as a deeply sensitive individual with a dry wit, battling his inner demons while falling in love with Jess (Stalter).