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Let me start with the most important thing first:Mission: Impossible – Falloutis a monster home-run of a movie. Writer-directorChristopher McQuarrie(the first director to return to theMissionfranchise) andTom Cruisehave crafted an action extravaganza that’s loaded with tons of “I can’t believe they just did that!” moments. As most of you know, Cruise is famous for doing his own stunts, and what he does inFalloutwill leave your jaw on the ground. But beyond flying a helicopter in crazy ways, riding a motorcycle at high speeds through oncoming traffic in Paris, and jumping out of a plane at thirty-five thousand feet, there is a fight scene in a bathroom withHenry CavillandLiang Yangthat is worth the price of admission alone....

To this day, my favoriteSteven Spielbergmovie isHook. Released in 1991,Hook’s story is founded on an enticing premise: What if Peter Pan grew up and —and— what if he was forced to return to Neverland? It starsRobin Williamsas Peter Pan, a grown-up family man whose obsession with his work keeps him from spending time with his children.Hookalso starsDustin Hoffmanas Captain James Hook asBob Hoskinsas Hook’s right-hand (right-hook?) man Smee; both actors deliver the kind of deliriously zippy performances that are needed to breathe life into a movie of this magnitude....

When something as culturally important asOne Piecegets adapted after existing in the hearts and minds of fans for decades, the people in charge of putting it together get in a difficult position. First, they need to make sure that the adaptation has at least some resemblance to thesource materialso that fans can retain their sense of familiarity, but then they also need to bring something new so that the new version feels fresh....

[Editor’s note: The following containsspoilersforWonder Woman 1984.] In many ways, for better and for worse,Wonder Woman 1984plays like a throwback film. Not just to the Amblin-esque 1980s family-friendly adventure flicks hinted by the title (and the aesthetics, and the goofier-toned set pieces, and the simplistic plot device of the monkey’s paw wishing stone, and etc.), but to previous eras of DC filmmaking. From theTim BurtonBatmans to, um, theChristopher NolanBatmans, the most prestigious DC films were marked by an emphasis on villains....

From show creatorAustin Winsberg, the NBC seriesZoey’s Extraordinary Playlistfollows Zoey Clarke (Jane Levy), a computer coder who suddenly finds herself with the ability to hear the innermost thoughts and desires of those around her – whether family, co-workers or complete strangers – in the form of popular songs that are often accompanied by full-on performance numbers. While the jury is still out on her ability being an unwanted curse or an incredible gift, Zoey finds herself connecting with the world in a way that can’t help but deeply affect her....

Writer-directorAlex Garland’s latest film,Civil War, is properly capitalizing on itsdivisive subject-matter. In just 10 days at the box office, the filmhas managed to recover its reported budget of $50 million— a record for the indie outfit A24. The film broke opening weekend records for the studio, which is making inroads in the mid-budget zone after a decade delivering buzzy, small-budget genre films. A24 ended this era by winning its first-ever Academy Award for Best Picture, forEverything Everywhere All at Once, which remains its highest-grossing movie, both domestically and worldwide....

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for Ginny & Georgia Season 3. Ginny & GeorgiaSeason 3 is eventful as it covers Georgia’s (Brianne Howey) trial for the murder of Tom Fuller (Vincent Legault) and the fallout in the lives of every member of the Miller family. Georgia, and by extension, her kids, Ginny (Antonia Gentry) andAustin (Diesel La Torraca), have plenty to hide, which becomes increasingly difficult as the trial becomes more public....

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for Episode 1 of Secret Invasion.Invasion! The Skrulls are finally executing their plot for world domination in theMarvel Cinematic Universe. The shape-shifting alien race is back to face off with Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) and his allies in the long-awaited Disney+ seriesSecret Invasion. “Resurrection”, the first of six episodes, has a heroic return, treason, espionage, and is tragically bookended by murder. The show started with a bang, making it clear that serious consequences will span from the six-episode run, resonating through the remainder of Phase Five of the MCU....

Editor’s Note: This article contains spoilers for The Last of Us Season 2 finale. By the end ofThe Last of UsSeason 2,Ellie Williams is not in a good place. She’s broken, bloodied, and haunted by what she’s done — and not done. After sailing into a storm, nearly being hanged and gutted by the Seraphites, killing Owen (Spencer Lord) and Mel (Ariela Barer) and then realizing Mel was pregnant, and watching Jesse (Young Mazino) take a bullet to the head,Ellie finally comes face to face with Abby (Kaitlyn Dever)....

It formed the basis for the nascent years for many gamers from a decade or so ago, and in recent times, Sonic the Hedgehog has returned with dizzying live-action appearances.Sonic the Hedgehog 3emerged as one of the movies which helped to close out the box office for 2024. By New Year’s Eve, the film had sped pasta new domestic box office milestone. While the dust is yet to settle on the film’s performance, minds are already beginning towards a potential sequel inSonic the Hedgehog 4, and ideas are starting to float around regarding what directions the story might flow....

The world hasn’t been kind toChuckyfans lately. The main reason being because Syfycancelledthe killer doll’s beloved TV series after three seasons late last year. The show was left on a cliffhanger and, despite a new movie being in the works from franchise creatorDon Mancini, the nextChuckyproject seems to be at least a couple of years away. However, the one thing that hasn’t stopped during this lull has been the blood-soaked merchandise....

Buddy the Elf is singing holiday cheer for all to hear on his milestone birthday asElfcelebrates its 20th anniversary. Warner Brothers Discovery is throwing an exciting party for its holiday classic, which starsWill Ferrel,Zooey Deschanel,James Caan, andBob Newhart, starting with lighting the Empire State Building in green and yellow on November 7 for one night only. Fans outside New York City can watch on theEmpire State Building’s live cam. A pop-up cart with the elves' 4 main food groups will be available to guests who purchase Observatory tickets to the building’s 86th floor....

After Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, over 15 million people were forced to evacuate their home country to seek refuge in Poland and nearby regions.In the Rearviewtakesviewers in the backseat of filmmakerMaciek Hamela’s car as he picks up families and takes them out of the war zone. The subjects in this documentary are people who are leaving everything that they know and love behind, whether it is a beloved cow or a family member who can’t make it on a long trip....