Minority Mindset

With the arrival of Marshals and the return of Yellowstone, the Yellowstone universe is moving forward in time – beyond the eras of 1923 and 1883. This marks the first expansion of Taylor Sheridan’s Western saga since Yellowstone concluded in 2024. Fans can look forward to two new series this month, but Lawmen: Bass Reeves (focused on Kayce Dutton) is expected to spark more debate and have a stronger emotional effect than The Madison, which features a completely new set of characters.

Now that Amazon is making a God of War show and a remake of the original Greek trilogy is coming, the God of War franchise is arguably at its peak. While the earlier games were well-received, the 2018 reboot and its sequel, God of War: Ragnarök, were huge successes, signaling a very promising future for the series.

Jeff Fowler, director of the Sonic the Hedgehog films, announced that production has begun on the fourth movie, currently titled #SonicMovie4. He shared a photo on X (formerly Twitter) showing him holding Amy Rose’s hammer, hinting at the character’s inclusion and potentially a voice actor search for the pink hedgehog who is a love interest for Sonic. The film is scheduled for worldwide release in March 2027.

While Trap House isn’t a cinematic masterpiece like films from Ridley Scott such as Alien, Blade Runner, or Gladiator, it’s quickly become popular on Netflix. As of March 2nd, it’s the second most-watched film, and the only thing keeping it from the top spot is Scarlett Johansson’s Jurassic Park: Rebirth, which was just added to the platform on February 28th.

Okay, so the new Scream trailer is packed with references. It’s not just your standard Ghostface action; they’re clearly tipping their hat to a ton of recent horror hits. I spotted nods to M3gan, Longlegs, Get Out, Smile, Terrifier, and even The Substance (they’re calling it “the Stuff” now, apparently!). The setup feels very Sinners – a group of unwelcome guests show up wanting to party – and there’s a really intense chase sequence that reminded me of Weapons, ending with a brutal car accident. But it’s not just movies! There’s a fight scene with… well, let’s just say unconventional weapons, clearly inspired by Everything Everywhere All at Once. And if you’re a fan of Netflix’s Wednesday, you’ll notice one of the victims is named Tuesday – a pretty obvious wink to the show. It’s a lot to take in, and honestly, it feels like they’re throwing everything at the wall to see what sticks.

Throughout each season of Dark Winds, Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon) is deeply disturbed by the cruelty, insularity, and violence he witnesses from white people, and he makes a point of resolving to be different. While this theme has always been present, the fourth season takes a new approach. This time, Joe is confronted by a strange and obsessive German assassin who is fascinated by him and Navajo culture, and her bizarre behavior genuinely throws him off balance. McClarnon delivers a fantastic range of reactions – shock, disgust, confusion – to her antics, culminating in a particularly absurd moment in the third episode, “Ahááldláádígíí (That Which Has Been Torn Apart),” when she holds him at gunpoint… and kisses him! It’s a wonderfully unexpected turn, and both McClarnon and Franka Potente deliver captivating performances in a thoroughly engaging season.

Pixar is known for making movies that appeal to both kids and adults, but it’s easy to forget how sophisticated their early films actually were. A Bug’s Life, in particular, is a surprisingly thoughtful story about rebellion that still works for younger viewers. Its complex themes feel more similar to serious dramas like Andor and Daredevil: Born Again than to most other Pixar movies, and even after nearly three decades, it remains one of the studio’s most intelligent films.

Pixar is known for its incredible animation. Starting with the groundbreaking computer-generated film Toy Story, they’ve consistently touched audiences with movies like Up and Finding Nemo, offering both clever ideas and skillful filmmaking.