Make a jug of sweet tea, y’all, and enjoy some summer viewing with these “Hicksploitation” films from the ‘60s—over-the-top exploitation films that targeted cultural stereotypes of rural Southern culture. Old men cast their eyes on young women, moonshine brews in the swamps, young farm hands, town floozies … This pair of slice-of-life films transports you to the best of the backwoods!
Available 25th June 2024, the special Backwoods Double Feature collector’s edition—on Blu-ray and DVD from Film Masters—features Common Law Wife (1963) and Jennie, Wife/Child (1968), newly restored versions of two films originally released by Something Weird Video in 2003.
From a genre that doesn’t often see a lot of TLC, these films get a glow-up that provides a whole new appreciation for backwoods hillbillies. Both films are from original 35mm archival elements—with supplemental 1080p footage in Common Law Wife—for an upgraded viewing experience, on Blu-ray for the first time.
Available 25th June 2024, the special Backwoods Double Feature collector’s edition—on Blu-ray and DVD from Film Masters—features Common Law Wife (1963) and Jennie, Wife/Child (1968), newly restored versions of two films originally released by Something Weird Video in 2003.
From a genre that doesn’t often see a lot of TLC, these films get a glow-up that provides a whole new appreciation for backwoods hillbillies. Both films are from original 35mm archival elements—with supplemental 1080p footage in Common Law Wife—for an upgraded viewing experience, on Blu-ray for the first time.
- 5/29/2024
- by Peter 'Witchfinder' Hopkins
- Horror Asylum
Jorge Gil’s statement in the first episode of Who Killed Him? made sure that Mario Rodriguez, Paco’s longtime sidekick and best friend, got arrested. The second chapter of the show focuses on Mario and how his life has been since meeting Paco.
Spoilers Ahead
Why did Mario get arrested?
Mario seems pretty certain that he’s innocent, and he even reassures Brenda that there’s nothing to be worried about. Brenda insists that he should take a lawyer with him before he makes the statement to the police, but Mario feels that innocent people don’t need lawyers to protect them. Just when he’s finished talking with Brenda, police surround his house and arrest him for murdering Paco Stanley. When he asks the reason for his arrest, Saul says they got a tip from Foreign Affairs that Mario and Brenda tried to renew their passports and flee from Mexico.
Spoilers Ahead
Why did Mario get arrested?
Mario seems pretty certain that he’s innocent, and he even reassures Brenda that there’s nothing to be worried about. Brenda insists that he should take a lawyer with him before he makes the statement to the police, but Mario feels that innocent people don’t need lawyers to protect them. Just when he’s finished talking with Brenda, police surround his house and arrest him for murdering Paco Stanley. When he asks the reason for his arrest, Saul says they got a tip from Foreign Affairs that Mario and Brenda tried to renew their passports and flee from Mexico.
- 5/27/2024
- by Aniket Mukherjee
- Film Fugitives
Based on the assassination of the celebrated Mexican TV personality Paco Stanley, Prime Video’s Who Killed Him? tells the story of what led to this assassination. Director Humberto Hinojosa Ozcaris used six of the closest people to Paco, and each episode represents the perspective of a different person. The first person in this saga is Jorge Gil, Stanley’s close associate and his personal doormat.
Spoilers Ahead
How was the relationship between Stanley and Gil?
Paco Stanley was a star in Mexico, and his crass comedy shows entertained the whole country. Gil, who was a shy and reserved man, worked with Paco in his shows as an actor and creative producer. Paco hired Gil when he was working in radio and believed in him even when Gil himself didn’t. Paco’s show also starred Mario Bezares, who was his best friend. Paco and Mario always made Gil the butt of their jokes,...
Spoilers Ahead
How was the relationship between Stanley and Gil?
Paco Stanley was a star in Mexico, and his crass comedy shows entertained the whole country. Gil, who was a shy and reserved man, worked with Paco in his shows as an actor and creative producer. Paco hired Gil when he was working in radio and believed in him even when Gil himself didn’t. Paco’s show also starred Mario Bezares, who was his best friend. Paco and Mario always made Gil the butt of their jokes,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Aniket Mukherjee
- Film Fugitives
The bad times at the summer box office just keep coming this weekend, as George Miller's post-apocalyptic road epic "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" lines up a historic low for the Memorial Day weekend. After grossing $10.2 million on its opening day (including previews), "Furiosa" is on track for a dismal $31 million four-day weekend (per The Wrap), significantly below the $45.4 million three-day debut of "Mad Max: Fury Road" in 2015. The good news is that "Furiosa" is in a close battle with "The Garfield Movie" for the No. 1 spot. That's the next "Mad Max" spin-off right there! (Jon Arbuckle's Wasteland name would be Jizzboy the Gronk.)
As I covered last week, when John Krasinski's fantasy film "If" opened to similar numbers, Hollywood is currently experiencing the fallout of last year's strikes. Production shutdowns and subsequent release date delays mean that this year's summer slate is short on guaranteed hits,...
As I covered last week, when John Krasinski's fantasy film "If" opened to similar numbers, Hollywood is currently experiencing the fallout of last year's strikes. Production shutdowns and subsequent release date delays mean that this year's summer slate is short on guaranteed hits,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
Years ago, a young middle schooler named Franco went to a party with two of his best friends, Mario and Bolillo. It was not exactly a party, but rather a triple date scenario. There were only six people—Mario, Bolillo, both of their girlfriends, Franco, and another girl from school—who was far from pretty. Franco’s friends didn’t want to make him feel left out, and I assume it was the same for the girl. Soon, Mario’s girlfriend took him to her room. Franco also wanted to go, until he realized showing him the room was just an excuse to you-know-what. Bolillo and the girl ended up in the bathroom soon. Now, Franco was alone with the girl. He was not attracted to her as per se, but he was a young boy who didn’t think he had it in him to impress a woman, so...
- 5/24/2024
- by Rohitavra Majumdar
- Film Fugitives
The Super Mario Bros. franchise is one of the major video games in history. Most of the games were massive hits, and if one series did franchising right, it is this one. Over the years, we have seen numerous adaptations and crossovers featuring Mario, including but not limited to animated series, live-action works, and video game crossovers. On top of that, many of the old games have been remastered and republished for the current consoles, and one of the recent examples is Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, which was remastered and slightly updated with new content for the Nintendo Switch and released on May 23, 2024 globally.
And while we wouldn’t really report on such re-releases, a major thing happened in the game, as a popular villain from the series has gone through a major change that finally and officially confirms their status within the fictional universe of the Super Mario Bros. franchise.
And while we wouldn’t really report on such re-releases, a major thing happened in the game, as a popular villain from the series has gone through a major change that finally and officially confirms their status within the fictional universe of the Super Mario Bros. franchise.
- 5/23/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
The final game in the Kirby video games’ series, Kirby Air Ride, wasn’t exactly a fan favorite but somehow managed to become a commercial success. Mixed reception from the critics didn’t affect the sales, as the figure went on to 1.2 million copies sold across the globe.
Although it failed to touch the gamers’ hearts, there could’ve been a feature that may have changed things. In all probability, players might have experienced an immersive Kirby world, and the game’s critical reception would’ve been shifted from mixed to positive. However, that’s a story in the past, but players will be left longing for the feature they were robbed of.
Kirby Air Ride Could Have Been Music to The Gaming Ears
Kirby is considered the second-most versatile Nintendo character.
Players might not have been able to touch the sands slipping in Sky Sands or the ice at Frozen Hillside,...
Although it failed to touch the gamers’ hearts, there could’ve been a feature that may have changed things. In all probability, players might have experienced an immersive Kirby world, and the game’s critical reception would’ve been shifted from mixed to positive. However, that’s a story in the past, but players will be left longing for the feature they were robbed of.
Kirby Air Ride Could Have Been Music to The Gaming Ears
Kirby is considered the second-most versatile Nintendo character.
Players might not have been able to touch the sands slipping in Sky Sands or the ice at Frozen Hillside,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
After voicing the leads in The Lego Movie franchise, The Super Mario Bros. Movie and now The Garfield Movie, Chris Pratt has established himself as a go-to voice for iconic animated characters. But after doing these multiple roles, how does he make each voice unique?
At the Los Angeles premiere of Garfield on Sunday, Pratt walked The Hollywood Reporter through each of the different voices, noting that as Emmet in The Lego Movie, he “aimed at something that was different than myself — it was kind of inspired a lot by Bill Hader’s voice and his character in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” and for Mario, “you had to find some version that was different than myself but not hardcore Mario from the games because that would grow a little tiresome, I think.”
For The Garfield Movie, director Mark Dindal told Pratt he had always imagined the star’s...
At the Los Angeles premiere of Garfield on Sunday, Pratt walked The Hollywood Reporter through each of the different voices, noting that as Emmet in The Lego Movie, he “aimed at something that was different than myself — it was kind of inspired a lot by Bill Hader’s voice and his character in Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” and for Mario, “you had to find some version that was different than myself but not hardcore Mario from the games because that would grow a little tiresome, I think.”
For The Garfield Movie, director Mark Dindal told Pratt he had always imagined the star’s...
- 5/20/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The legacy of Marvel is embedded in the arc of Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Evans as Iron Man and Captain America respectively and no one cares less about their impact than Christian Bale. The actor who once portrayed an iconic DC character himself – came out the other end branded as a legend who never knew where to start when it came to Marvel.
Chris Evans as Captain America in Civil War [Credit: Marvel Studios]However, with time, even that line blurred a little when Bale was cast to play Gorr the God Butcher in Thor: Love and Thunder – a role that was rightfully inducted while the rest of the movie got butchered critically. As an official entrant into the Marvel universe, it is time to throw Bale under the microscope and study the indifference with which he handled an era of Cbm icons that had such a hold over the entire world for 11 straight years.
Chris Evans as Captain America in Civil War [Credit: Marvel Studios]However, with time, even that line blurred a little when Bale was cast to play Gorr the God Butcher in Thor: Love and Thunder – a role that was rightfully inducted while the rest of the movie got butchered critically. As an official entrant into the Marvel universe, it is time to throw Bale under the microscope and study the indifference with which he handled an era of Cbm icons that had such a hold over the entire world for 11 straight years.
- 5/19/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Andrea Scrosati, Fremantle’s group COO and CEO for continental Europe, is understandably proud that the company has landed five titles in the Cannes official selection, three of which – “Kinds of Kindness,” by Yorgos Lanthimos, Paolo Sorrentino’s “Parthenope” and Russian director Kirill Serebrennikov’s “Limonov” — are in competition.
The other two are Rungano Nyoni’s “On becoming a Guinea Fowl” and Ariane Labed’s “September Says,” both in Un Certain Regard.
“The incredible diversity of these titles – even in terms of the geographies and cultures they’re based on – is exactly the result of our strategy,” he tells Variety.
Scrosati, who is the architect of Fremantle’s expansion under a business model comprising a cluster of companies across Europe and beyond, discussed how he’s navigating a changing marketplace ahead of Cannes.
It looks like you’re scaling up on the film side. Why?
I think this comes from...
The other two are Rungano Nyoni’s “On becoming a Guinea Fowl” and Ariane Labed’s “September Says,” both in Un Certain Regard.
“The incredible diversity of these titles – even in terms of the geographies and cultures they’re based on – is exactly the result of our strategy,” he tells Variety.
Scrosati, who is the architect of Fremantle’s expansion under a business model comprising a cluster of companies across Europe and beyond, discussed how he’s navigating a changing marketplace ahead of Cannes.
It looks like you’re scaling up on the film side. Why?
I think this comes from...
- 5/16/2024
- by Nick Vivarelli
- Variety Film + TV
There are still mysteries that remain in Super Mario 64, which is also why the game is fun to play to this date. Players are running around in the first 3D Mario game, collecting the stars from Whomp’s Fortress, Hazy Maze Caves, Lethal Lava Land, and more. But one of the levels has this one cabin that strikes them differently.
Just because it has this unopenable door, players have been trying to force their way into the cabin. However, nothing has proved successful until now. Somebody gave the seemingly impossible task a go, and four hours later, or, should we say, 28 years later, his efforts paid off.
That’s Another Mission Success For Super Mario 64 Fans
Super Mario 64 is still considered one of the greatest games of all time.
Almost after three decades, a YouTuber named Alexpalix1 managed to exploit the technical glitch to enter the door no one could.
Just because it has this unopenable door, players have been trying to force their way into the cabin. However, nothing has proved successful until now. Somebody gave the seemingly impossible task a go, and four hours later, or, should we say, 28 years later, his efforts paid off.
That’s Another Mission Success For Super Mario 64 Fans
Super Mario 64 is still considered one of the greatest games of all time.
Almost after three decades, a YouTuber named Alexpalix1 managed to exploit the technical glitch to enter the door no one could.
- 5/15/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
Chris Pratt has teased that a "Nintendo cinematic universe" could be in the pipeline.The 44-year-old actor will once again play Mario in the recently-announced sequel to 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie' and thinks there is "so much to explore" in terms of stories based on the characters created by the Japanese video game company.Speaking to Screen Rant, Chris said: "Oh, man! There's so much to explore. There are decades worth of (games) to explore, not only with Mario and Peach and Donkey Kong and Luigi and Bowser and Yoshi; that was teased at the end. "But it just gets me so excited. I was such a Nintendo head growing up, so just thinking about how everything from 'Legend of Zelda' to the entire Nintendo cinematic universe could be created and what that could look like for all of these characters that I love?"I mean, there's really no limit.
- 5/14/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
When The Super Mario Bros. Movie starring Chris Pratt was announced, and fans were extremely excited to see their favorite video game characters coming to life. From Mario and Luigi to Princess Peach and Toad, the film was filled to the brim with nostalgia. While the critics had mixed reviews about the film, fans absolutely adored every single minute of it, helping it make over a billion dollars at the box office.
A still from The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
After the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, it was confirmed that we’d be getting a second one all the way in 2026. This opens the door to unending possibilities about what Nintendo could do in terms of bringing many of its video games to the big screen. A Nintendo Cinematic Universe might just be what we need, and Chris Pratt seems to agree as well.
Chris Pratt Talks...
A still from The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
After the success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, it was confirmed that we’d be getting a second one all the way in 2026. This opens the door to unending possibilities about what Nintendo could do in terms of bringing many of its video games to the big screen. A Nintendo Cinematic Universe might just be what we need, and Chris Pratt seems to agree as well.
Chris Pratt Talks...
- 5/14/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
While promoting the new Garfield animated pic, Chris Pratt briefly touched on his past performance as the princess-saving Brooklyn plumber, Mario.
Despite receiving negative reviews from critics, the 2023 animated Super Mario Bros. Movie was an unexpected blockbuster, as it went on to set the record for biggest global opening for an animated movie.
After everything was said and done, the movie made $1.362 billion globally on a meager $100 million production budget. That feat made The Super Mario Bros. Movie the most financially successful film of 2023, according to Deadline Hollywood.
A sequel was officially announced on March 10, 2024, as part of Mario Day celebrations and given an April 3, 2026 release date.
Speaking to Total Film, Pratt teased, "I can't tell you much but I can say that there is another Mario movie coming. It gets me very excited thinking about the world of Mario and Nintendo in general, I think over the next decade...
Despite receiving negative reviews from critics, the 2023 animated Super Mario Bros. Movie was an unexpected blockbuster, as it went on to set the record for biggest global opening for an animated movie.
After everything was said and done, the movie made $1.362 billion globally on a meager $100 million production budget. That feat made The Super Mario Bros. Movie the most financially successful film of 2023, according to Deadline Hollywood.
A sequel was officially announced on March 10, 2024, as part of Mario Day celebrations and given an April 3, 2026 release date.
Speaking to Total Film, Pratt teased, "I can't tell you much but I can say that there is another Mario movie coming. It gets me very excited thinking about the world of Mario and Nintendo in general, I think over the next decade...
- 5/13/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Maya Rudolph and Kenan Thompson reprised two characters they first performed on Saturday Night Live nearly 20 years ago in a cut-for-time sketch from this week’s episode.
It was back in 2005 that SNL viewers were first introduced to ’70s soul singers T.T. and Mario in a commercial parody for a greatest hits compilation featuring the musical duo singing about weirdly explicit sex acts.
In the new sketch, which was performed at Saturday night’s dress rehearsal and posted to SNL‘s YouTube channel early Sunday morning, the duo is still at it two decades later, although the tone of their songs would seem to befit the lifestyle of a now long-married couple.
“I spent all day cooking for you, a sexy home-cooked meal,” Mario sings. “Beef enchiladas, Lamb Vindaloo and a giant loaf of sourdough.”
“Thank you for the delicious food.
Continue reading T.T. and Mario Return in...
It was back in 2005 that SNL viewers were first introduced to ’70s soul singers T.T. and Mario in a commercial parody for a greatest hits compilation featuring the musical duo singing about weirdly explicit sex acts.
In the new sketch, which was performed at Saturday night’s dress rehearsal and posted to SNL‘s YouTube channel early Sunday morning, the duo is still at it two decades later, although the tone of their songs would seem to befit the lifestyle of a now long-married couple.
“I spent all day cooking for you, a sexy home-cooked meal,” Mario sings. “Beef enchiladas, Lamb Vindaloo and a giant loaf of sourdough.”
“Thank you for the delicious food.
Continue reading T.T. and Mario Return in...
- 5/12/2024
- by Jed Rosenzweig
- LateNighter
The Lincoln Lawyer star Manuel Garcia-Rulfo has been cast in a fresh take on the Jurassic World films. Chris Pratt and Bryce Dallas Howard, who led the $3.96 billion trilogy, will not be returning for the new film, directed by Gareth Edwards. While other prominent stars like Scarlett Johansson and Jonathan Bailey are also part of the film, it is highly unlikely that the film will make money like Pratt’s films.
Manuel Garcia-Rulfo will replace Chris Pratt in the next film in the Jurassic Park series after Jurassic World: Dominion
When it comes to the box office numbers of films, it almost appears that the Guardians of the Galaxy star is a money magnet. He has been part of a number of billion-dollar-grossing projects in recent times, including last year’s film The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Chris Pratt’s Jurassic World Box Office Numbers Are Almost Unbeatable By Other...
Manuel Garcia-Rulfo will replace Chris Pratt in the next film in the Jurassic Park series after Jurassic World: Dominion
When it comes to the box office numbers of films, it almost appears that the Guardians of the Galaxy star is a money magnet. He has been part of a number of billion-dollar-grossing projects in recent times, including last year’s film The Super Mario Bros. Movie.
Chris Pratt’s Jurassic World Box Office Numbers Are Almost Unbeatable By Other...
- 5/11/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Gunmen: Mario Van Peebles fondly recalls working with Christopher Lambert on underrated 90s actioner
The other day, one of our writers sat down with Mario Van Peebles to talk about his upcoming spiritual sequel to Posse, Outlaw Posse. In the pretty awesome conversation, we asked Mario about what we consider a pretty underrated movie of his, Gunmen. This 1994 action flick paired him with Christopher Lambert, with an all-star cast that included Denis Leary as the film’s villain, Patrick Stewart, and nineties dream girl Brenda Bakke, as well as 90s rappers like Big Daddy Kane, Eric B, Rakim, Doctor Dre and Ed Lover – who all played themselves. It’s a tough movie to find these days, but Peebles had fond memories of what they were trying to accomplish with it.
“Gunmen tips a hat to The Good, The Bad and the Ugly. My character, Christophe’s character, and the other character have a piece of the puzzle as to where the cachet of gold is.
“Gunmen tips a hat to The Good, The Bad and the Ugly. My character, Christophe’s character, and the other character have a piece of the puzzle as to where the cachet of gold is.
- 5/10/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Former NBC chief Paul Telegdy is getting into the podcast business.
Telegdy, who left the network in August 2020, has teamed up with Access Hollywood host Mario Lopez and The Rookie star Eric Winter, to develop a sci-fi podcast, Zone of Silence.
It marks one of the first projects to be unveiled by Telegdy since he set up The Whole Spiel with his cousin, Stefan Telegdy. In 2022, he was involved in a Falklands war drama series that was being shopped.
Zone of Silence, which is made in Spanish and English, is being produced by The Whole Spiel and Sonoro.
There are plans to develop it as a scripted television series as well as in other mediums.
The podcast will be centered around Mexico’s often mythicized Zone of Silence, a patch of desert in Durango where no radio signals can be received, which according to urban legend is caused by supernatural forces.
Telegdy, who left the network in August 2020, has teamed up with Access Hollywood host Mario Lopez and The Rookie star Eric Winter, to develop a sci-fi podcast, Zone of Silence.
It marks one of the first projects to be unveiled by Telegdy since he set up The Whole Spiel with his cousin, Stefan Telegdy. In 2022, he was involved in a Falklands war drama series that was being shopped.
Zone of Silence, which is made in Spanish and English, is being produced by The Whole Spiel and Sonoro.
There are plans to develop it as a scripted television series as well as in other mediums.
The podcast will be centered around Mexico’s often mythicized Zone of Silence, a patch of desert in Durango where no radio signals can be received, which according to urban legend is caused by supernatural forces.
- 5/9/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
While Barbie and Oppenheimer were hogging the spotlight in 2023, a sneaky contender lurking in the shadows is now claiming its throne, and that is Chris Pratt’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie. This Italian plumber and his crew managed to stomp their way to the top, surpassing the combined profits of Across the Spider-Verse and Oppenheimer.
A still from The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Recent reports from Deadline reveal that the Super Mario Bros. movie emerged as the most profitable of the year. Despite facing initial backlash, it conquered the box office tournament, even leaving behind Barbie’s profits at the box office by a huge margin.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Takes the Cake as the Most Profitable Film of 2023!
Amidst the struggle of a world emerging from a pandemic, Chris Pratt’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie made its big-screen debut in the still struggling theaters. The barrage...
A still from The Super Mario Bros. Movie
Recent reports from Deadline reveal that the Super Mario Bros. movie emerged as the most profitable of the year. Despite facing initial backlash, it conquered the box office tournament, even leaving behind Barbie’s profits at the box office by a huge margin.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie Takes the Cake as the Most Profitable Film of 2023!
Amidst the struggle of a world emerging from a pandemic, Chris Pratt’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie made its big-screen debut in the still struggling theaters. The barrage...
- 5/7/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
The worst characters in gaming are typically the ones these protagonists are up against. However, amid the shortage of single-player campaigns, thanks to the live service epidemic, protagonists are becoming rare in video games.
But that’s not always the case. Sometimes, protagonists can be just as annoying. The sad part is players cannot get rid of them if they like the video game they are playing. Such a dilemma.
Why Do Antagonists Have All the Hate When These ‘Pros’ Are There? Here Are the Most Hated Protagonists of Gaming
Some characters will stick with the players like glue, and while the players may want to bury them in the ground, it’s not really possible. Let’s say they are just hanging by the mercy of the video game, as players won’t be allowed to proceed further without them. We picked five of such characters whom gamers might find very lovable.
But that’s not always the case. Sometimes, protagonists can be just as annoying. The sad part is players cannot get rid of them if they like the video game they are playing. Such a dilemma.
Why Do Antagonists Have All the Hate When These ‘Pros’ Are There? Here Are the Most Hated Protagonists of Gaming
Some characters will stick with the players like glue, and while the players may want to bury them in the ground, it’s not really possible. Let’s say they are just hanging by the mercy of the video game, as players won’t be allowed to proceed further without them. We picked five of such characters whom gamers might find very lovable.
- 5/2/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
Mario , Luigi, Donkey Kong and friends are coming to Orlando in 2025!
Back in January, Universal Orlando dropped a bombshell announcement offering a few tasty tidbits coming as part of Epic Universe – scheduled to open in 2025. As part of the announcement, Universal identified five themed lands which will make up the resort’s fourth theme park, joining Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Volcano Bay water theme park.
The themed lands of Epic Universe will include:
Celestial Park The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Super Nintendo World Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk Dark Universe
Today, Universal has released many powered-up, whimsical details on another of these new lands – Super Nintendo World.
Super Mario Land
Image: Universal
Enter through the iconic green pipe into a world full of colorful scenery, charming characters, and collectible coins. Instantly recognizable landscapes abound with multi-level, three-dimensional terrain,...
Back in January, Universal Orlando dropped a bombshell announcement offering a few tasty tidbits coming as part of Epic Universe – scheduled to open in 2025. As part of the announcement, Universal identified five themed lands which will make up the resort’s fourth theme park, joining Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, and Universal Volcano Bay water theme park.
The themed lands of Epic Universe will include:
Celestial Park The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic Super Nintendo World Dreamworks How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk Dark Universe
Today, Universal has released many powered-up, whimsical details on another of these new lands – Super Nintendo World.
Super Mario Land
Image: Universal
Enter through the iconic green pipe into a world full of colorful scenery, charming characters, and collectible coins. Instantly recognizable landscapes abound with multi-level, three-dimensional terrain,...
- 5/2/2024
- by James Smith
- Pirates & Princesses
Next year, guests can jump into the action of their favorite video games when Super Nintendo World makes its much-anticipated debut at Universal Orlando Resort as one of five imaginative worlds at the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park.
Developed in partnership between Universal Creative and Nintendo’s visionaries, the vibrant land combines iconic Nintendo characters with Universal’s renowned craft of creating innovative theme park experiences to deliver a multi-sensory environment where guests can experience the fun and adventure of Nintendo games in a whole new way.
Today, Universal Orlando reveals official details about all the excitement that awaits in Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe – featuring attractions plus dining, shopping, and interactive experiences inspired by the Super Mario franchise and – for the first time in the U.S. – Donkey Kong Country.
Enter The Iconic Green Pipe
It all begins the moment guests enter the portal to Super Nintendo World,...
Developed in partnership between Universal Creative and Nintendo’s visionaries, the vibrant land combines iconic Nintendo characters with Universal’s renowned craft of creating innovative theme park experiences to deliver a multi-sensory environment where guests can experience the fun and adventure of Nintendo games in a whole new way.
Today, Universal Orlando reveals official details about all the excitement that awaits in Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe – featuring attractions plus dining, shopping, and interactive experiences inspired by the Super Mario franchise and – for the first time in the U.S. – Donkey Kong Country.
Enter The Iconic Green Pipe
It all begins the moment guests enter the portal to Super Nintendo World,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
Who doesn’t love an underdog story in sports, especially if it’s based on true historical accounts? In the 1950s, five young Mexican-American boys made history with golf clubs in their hands. Julio Quintana’s docudrama The Long Game talks about the racial discrimination Mexican-Americans faced in the last century and how a group of caddies earned the respect their community deserved.
Spoilers Ahead
What happens in the film?
Joe, Gene, Mario, Felipe, and Lupe are all caddies who work at a prestigious golf club run by Americans. Belonging to poor families, they do all sorts of odd jobs for the rich old men and their kids, who are the members of the club. On the other hand, there’s Jb Pena, a former soldier who served in World War II and returned to society without any accolades thanks to his ethnicity. Jb resumed his life as a superintendent in the San Felipe School.
Spoilers Ahead
What happens in the film?
Joe, Gene, Mario, Felipe, and Lupe are all caddies who work at a prestigious golf club run by Americans. Belonging to poor families, they do all sorts of odd jobs for the rich old men and their kids, who are the members of the club. On the other hand, there’s Jb Pena, a former soldier who served in World War II and returned to society without any accolades thanks to his ethnicity. Jb resumed his life as a superintendent in the San Felipe School.
- 5/1/2024
- by Aniket Mukherjee
- Film Fugitives
Since the 1980s, the two biggest gaming companies, Sega and Nintendo, have been engaged in fierce competition to capture the gaming market. To rival the popularity of Nintendo’s iconic poster boy, Mario, Sega created Sonic the Hedgehog in the 1990s. The extremely favorable reception of the speedster hedgehog resulted in Sega venturing into multiple media productions and firmly establishing their legacy in the pop culture business. Even when it came to the silver screen adaptations, it was the overwhelming success of the first Sonic the Hedgehog movie that paved the way for movie adaptations of several popular video game titles.
After the consecutive success of the first two Sonic movies and the buildup of a strong buzz revolving around the third entry due to the confirmation of fan favorite Shadow’s inclusion as an antagonist, Paramount has started feeling pretty confident about building a full-fledged franchise with the Sonic universe.
After the consecutive success of the first two Sonic movies and the buildup of a strong buzz revolving around the third entry due to the confirmation of fan favorite Shadow’s inclusion as an antagonist, Paramount has started feeling pretty confident about building a full-fledged franchise with the Sonic universe.
- 4/26/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
A beloved former star of Bravo’s Real Housewives of New York is reportedly vying for the coveted role in the upcoming first-ever season of The Golden Bachelorette.
Fans of both shows are buzzing with speculation about the potential reality TV crossover. Could this be the moment that The Bachelor goes outside the franchise for the lead?
Rhony Reboot Renewed For Another Season
The Real Housewives of New York City debuted in 2008 as the second installment of what would be Bravo’s most popular franchise. But after 13 seasons, the entire Rhony cast was replaced with younger stars. Season 14 of the rebooted show premiered in summer 2023 to stellar ratings.
Bravo confirmed last month that the show had been renewed for Season 15 with Sai De Silva, Ubah Hassan, Erin Lichy, Jenna Lyons, Jessel Taank, and Brynn Whitfield all returning.
‘Rhony’ Season 14 cast/Credit: Bravo YouTube
The network didn’t cut ties with the Og NY Housewives.
Fans of both shows are buzzing with speculation about the potential reality TV crossover. Could this be the moment that The Bachelor goes outside the franchise for the lead?
Rhony Reboot Renewed For Another Season
The Real Housewives of New York City debuted in 2008 as the second installment of what would be Bravo’s most popular franchise. But after 13 seasons, the entire Rhony cast was replaced with younger stars. Season 14 of the rebooted show premiered in summer 2023 to stellar ratings.
Bravo confirmed last month that the show had been renewed for Season 15 with Sai De Silva, Ubah Hassan, Erin Lichy, Jenna Lyons, Jessel Taank, and Brynn Whitfield all returning.
‘Rhony’ Season 14 cast/Credit: Bravo YouTube
The network didn’t cut ties with the Og NY Housewives.
- 4/23/2024
- by Jennifer Havener
- TV Shows Ace
Godzilla is going through a big resurgence right now. The iconic kaiju is finally an Oscar winner thanks to the masterpiece "Godzilla Minus One" taking home the first Academy Award for the 70-year-old franchise. There's also the surprisingly great "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" successfully expanding the MonsterVerse to television, while "Godzilla x Kong" has delivered some thrilling kaiju action and dominated the box office.
While this is a great time to be a Godzilla fan, the truth is that it's always been a great time to be a Godzilla fan. Ever since the giant monster debuted in the 1954 film of the same name, Godzilla has been an international pop culture icon -- one that is as synonymous with Japan as Pikachu or Mario. Since 2015, Godzilla has served as an official tourism ambassador to the Shinjuku ward of Tokyo, despite the ward having been destroyed by the King of the Monsters three times in his movies.
While this is a great time to be a Godzilla fan, the truth is that it's always been a great time to be a Godzilla fan. Ever since the giant monster debuted in the 1954 film of the same name, Godzilla has been an international pop culture icon -- one that is as synonymous with Japan as Pikachu or Mario. Since 2015, Godzilla has served as an official tourism ambassador to the Shinjuku ward of Tokyo, despite the ward having been destroyed by the King of the Monsters three times in his movies.
- 4/20/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
A new animated TV series is in the works inspired by a video game featured in “Boy Kills World,” the upcoming martial arts action film starring Bill Skarsgård as a deaf boy trained to enact vengeance on those who murdered his family.
“Super Dragon Punch Force 3,” the real-life action-packed fighter video game that appears in the film (and will launch day-and-date with the U.S. and global release of “Boy Kills World” on April 26), has had its own animated series greenlit. Now in development, the show, which is set to dive into the universe of the game, will follow a highly-skilled yet dysfunctional team of misfits as they fight to defend their world from sentient robots, an ancient network of cultists and other intergalactic threats.
Mario Carvalhal, whose most recent credits include the Apple TV+ and Skydance’s animated series “The Search for Wondla” and the horror thriller “Browse” starring Lukas Haas,...
“Super Dragon Punch Force 3,” the real-life action-packed fighter video game that appears in the film (and will launch day-and-date with the U.S. and global release of “Boy Kills World” on April 26), has had its own animated series greenlit. Now in development, the show, which is set to dive into the universe of the game, will follow a highly-skilled yet dysfunctional team of misfits as they fight to defend their world from sentient robots, an ancient network of cultists and other intergalactic threats.
Mario Carvalhal, whose most recent credits include the Apple TV+ and Skydance’s animated series “The Search for Wondla” and the horror thriller “Browse” starring Lukas Haas,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV
The Jurassic World franchise is all set to leave fans’ minds completely blown if the most recent casting reports about the next film in the series turn out to be true. According to what the sources currently have to say, Bridgerton actor Jonathan Bailey and Marvel actress Scarlett Johansson seem to be the latest actors at the helm of this upcoming movie.
Jurassic World.
While these are only reports as of now, this star-studded cast could turn out to be one helluva fine of a decision for the saga if true. In fact, for one that is more or less a succeeding reboot of the original Jurassic Park franchise, this casting could lead the saga toward an incredible milestone by setting a rare record in Hollywood’s entertainment industry!
Jurassic World Star Casting: Jonathan Bailey Alongside Scarlett Johansson?
The Jurassic saga continues to bloom and entice its viewers with each new movie,...
Jurassic World.
While these are only reports as of now, this star-studded cast could turn out to be one helluva fine of a decision for the saga if true. In fact, for one that is more or less a succeeding reboot of the original Jurassic Park franchise, this casting could lead the saga toward an incredible milestone by setting a rare record in Hollywood’s entertainment industry!
Jurassic World Star Casting: Jonathan Bailey Alongside Scarlett Johansson?
The Jurassic saga continues to bloom and entice its viewers with each new movie,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
While many may still be riding the epic high of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom from last year, the Nintendo Switch has plenty of exciting games coming out in 2024 that will offer Nintendo fans a fun time, whether you’re looking for action, fantasy, or just cozy vibes. There’s an inspiring tale of grief and loss based in African mythology, a long-awaited remaster featuring our favorite plumber Luigi (don’t tell Mario), and so many others.
To help keep things straight, we’ve put together a handy guide of upcoming games that Nintendo Switch owners should keep an eye on in 2024.
Grounded
Obsidian Entertainment – April 16
The Xbox game with major Honey I Shrunk the Kids vibes is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch this year. Grounded follows a group of four teens who have been inexplicably shrunk down to the size of an ant. They now...
To help keep things straight, we’ve put together a handy guide of upcoming games that Nintendo Switch owners should keep an eye on in 2024.
Grounded
Obsidian Entertainment – April 16
The Xbox game with major Honey I Shrunk the Kids vibes is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch this year. Grounded follows a group of four teens who have been inexplicably shrunk down to the size of an ant. They now...
- 4/15/2024
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
Mario showed off his hammer wielding skills in the classic 1998 Japanese-only Super Famicom game Wrecking Crew '98 . Now the rest of the world will be able to experience the action for the first time as the game launched on the Nintendo Switch Online Snes app today alongside Amazing Hebereke , which is also getting its first ever release outside of Japan, and Super R-type . A video showing all three games on the Nintendo Switch was released. Related: Gba Classic F-Zero Maximum Velocity Speeds Its Way Onto Switch This Week The Nintendo Switch Online classic libraries are available for free to subscribers of the Nintendo Switch Online service with all the classic consoles, barring Nintendo 64, Sega Genesis and Game Boy Advance available with the basic tier and the others unlocked in the Expansion Pack. Source: Nintendo on Twitter...
- 4/12/2024
- by Daryl Harding
- Crunchyroll
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At a Glance: The Best Multiplayer Video Games
Editor’S Pick: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Best Co-op: Helldivers 2 Best Dungeon Crawl: Diablo IV Best Sandbox: Minecraft Best Racing: Forza Horizon 5 Best First-person Shooter: Halo Infinite Best Fighter: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Best Sports: EA Sports Fc ’24
Video games are simply fun! There’s nothing like completing a mission, beating a level, or getting first place in a car race.
At a Glance: The Best Multiplayer Video Games
Editor’S Pick: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Best Co-op: Helldivers 2 Best Dungeon Crawl: Diablo IV Best Sandbox: Minecraft Best Racing: Forza Horizon 5 Best First-person Shooter: Halo Infinite Best Fighter: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Best Sports: EA Sports Fc ’24
Video games are simply fun! There’s nothing like completing a mission, beating a level, or getting first place in a car race.
- 4/11/2024
- by Rudie Obias
- Rollingstone.com
There is no doubt that Gen Z is very influenced by video games as it has been an integral part of their childhoods. In the modern age, where almost everyone is well-versed with the concept of online gaming, video games have proved that they has some positive elements as well, and are also a way to connect with friends online, share experiences, and even learn new things.
Online competitive video games like Call of Duty popularised many gaming slang
Now, it seems like video games have not only affected people’s lifestyles but also their vocabulary. An Etymology expert on Instagram, recently highlighted how Gen Z uses video game terms in real life, concluding that this has created a new etymology category, which was created using a mutual interest, which is video games in this case.
Etymology expert believes Gen Z has created a new video game etymology category
Fortnite...
Online competitive video games like Call of Duty popularised many gaming slang
Now, it seems like video games have not only affected people’s lifestyles but also their vocabulary. An Etymology expert on Instagram, recently highlighted how Gen Z uses video game terms in real life, concluding that this has created a new etymology category, which was created using a mutual interest, which is video games in this case.
Etymology expert believes Gen Z has created a new video game etymology category
Fortnite...
- 4/9/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
The Nintendo Entertainment System stands as an iconic symbol of the gaming industry’s evolution and cultural impact. Released in 1985 in North America, the Nes revolutionized home entertainment, introducing a diverse array of timeless classics that defined a generation of gamers. From the pioneering platforming adventures of Super Mario Bros. to the intense dungeon crawling of The Legend of Zelda, the Nes boasted an impressive library that captured the imagination of millions worldwide. And speaking of games here’s our pick of ten Nes gems that deserve a second look from modern-day retro gamers!
1) Little Samson
Often overshadowed by other platformers like Mario and Mega Man, Little Samson is a hidden gem. Its unique gameplay mechanics and charming characters make it a must-play for Nes enthusiasts.
2) Princess Tomato in the Salad Kingdom
A quirky adventure game that blends elements of point-and-click gameplay with RPG mechanics. Players take on the role...
1) Little Samson
Often overshadowed by other platformers like Mario and Mega Man, Little Samson is a hidden gem. Its unique gameplay mechanics and charming characters make it a must-play for Nes enthusiasts.
2) Princess Tomato in the Salad Kingdom
A quirky adventure game that blends elements of point-and-click gameplay with RPG mechanics. Players take on the role...
- 4/8/2024
- by George P Thomas
- Nerdly
The British Academy Film and Television Awards (BAFTA) conducted a public poll asking players about their choice of the most iconic video game character. The list of results is out, and fans are not amused.
PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo are the big three in the console gaming market, and all three of these titans make up almost 95% of the console market. Console fans passionate about their love for video game characters are invalidating the list and expressing their displeasure vehemently on social media.
BAFTA becomes the accidental mediator in the Console wars BAFTA named Tomb Raider‘s Lara Croft as the most iconic video game character of all time.
To give readers some context, the discussion began when this list was published by one of the most reputed names in the film and television award show fraternity. Moreover, BAFTA also conducts an award ceremony for video games, which has been...
PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo are the big three in the console gaming market, and all three of these titans make up almost 95% of the console market. Console fans passionate about their love for video game characters are invalidating the list and expressing their displeasure vehemently on social media.
BAFTA becomes the accidental mediator in the Console wars BAFTA named Tomb Raider‘s Lara Croft as the most iconic video game character of all time.
To give readers some context, the discussion began when this list was published by one of the most reputed names in the film and television award show fraternity. Moreover, BAFTA also conducts an award ceremony for video games, which has been...
- 4/7/2024
- by Sparsh Jaimini
- FandomWire
Epic Universe is coming to Universal Orlando in 2025, and it will have both the Mario and Donkey Kong areas in its Super Nintendo World. Ahead of its arrival in the United States, Universal Japan is set to open its Donkey Kong area this spring. Since it is opening a year ahead of Epic Universe, we now have a look at ride testing of its Donkey Kong “Mine Cart Madness” attraction.
Thanks to a video on YouTube from L.C.A. Studios, we can see various aspects of the attraction and how it will navigate the track and “obstacles.”
The video focuses on areas like a giant barrel where the cart appears to jump the track.
A shortened version that highlights some of the important testing elements was also posted to X via @TokyoGameLife.
Test runs of the Donkey Kong ride in Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan are now underway!
Thanks to a video on YouTube from L.C.A. Studios, we can see various aspects of the attraction and how it will navigate the track and “obstacles.”
The video focuses on areas like a giant barrel where the cart appears to jump the track.
A shortened version that highlights some of the important testing elements was also posted to X via @TokyoGameLife.
Test runs of the Donkey Kong ride in Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan are now underway!
- 4/6/2024
- by Kambrea Pratt
- Pirates & Princesses
The recent critical acclaim for HBO’s The Last of Us and the box office success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie have sparked a wave of optimism. Could this be a turning point for video game adaptations?
Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller in The Last of Us
For decades, such adaptations have struggled to capture the essence of beloved games and translate them effectively to the cinematic medium. Despite Hollywood’s persistent efforts to turn popular video game characters into cinematic heroes, the vast majority of these adaptations have fallen flat.
Suggested“They only started filming the other week”: Pedro Pascal’s The Last of Us 2 Update Seemingly Confirms the Worst for Fans Awaiting His Return
While some triumphed, most of them were unsuccessful. We share 10 of the worst video game adaptations to date.
Prince of Persia: Sands of Time (2010)
Jake Gyllenhaal in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time...
Pedro Pascal as Joel Miller in The Last of Us
For decades, such adaptations have struggled to capture the essence of beloved games and translate them effectively to the cinematic medium. Despite Hollywood’s persistent efforts to turn popular video game characters into cinematic heroes, the vast majority of these adaptations have fallen flat.
Suggested“They only started filming the other week”: Pedro Pascal’s The Last of Us 2 Update Seemingly Confirms the Worst for Fans Awaiting His Return
While some triumphed, most of them were unsuccessful. We share 10 of the worst video game adaptations to date.
Prince of Persia: Sands of Time (2010)
Jake Gyllenhaal in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time...
- 4/6/2024
- by Prantik Prabal Roy
- FandomWire
The BAFTA recently hosted a poll asking netizens to vote for the most iconic video game character of all time. Believe it or not, the results will shock you to the core. Making headlines with the surprising yet interesting list of characters, the outlet officially crowned Lara Croft of Tomb Raider as the most iconic video game character, according to over 4,000 players.
Pikachu in Pokémon Go
As Lara Croft topped the list of 20 most iconic video game characters, Mario surprisingly got pushed down to second place. Even the protagonist of the God of War series – Kratos made a shocking appearance in 9th position. But while these particular polls stunned fans, Pikachu’s appearance in 12th position simply baffled netizens.
BAFTA’s Poll for the Most Iconic Video Game Character of All Time
Although video gaming has long been a mainstream hobby, it surprisingly reached its peak during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Pikachu in Pokémon Go
As Lara Croft topped the list of 20 most iconic video game characters, Mario surprisingly got pushed down to second place. Even the protagonist of the God of War series – Kratos made a shocking appearance in 9th position. But while these particular polls stunned fans, Pikachu’s appearance in 12th position simply baffled netizens.
BAFTA’s Poll for the Most Iconic Video Game Character of All Time
Although video gaming has long been a mainstream hobby, it surprisingly reached its peak during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- 4/5/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
The Sephora Savings Event is right around the corner, and Just Jared has some recommendations on what to add to your basket.
The beauty retailer’s semi-annual sale allows members of their Beauty Insider program to buy products for upwards of 20% off. Their personal Sephora Collection is 30% off, too!
With so many options and such a good deal, it can be hard to decide what to pick up during the sale. We put together a rundown of some of our favorite products and items that are our own own personal wish list.
Our rundown covers everything from beauty and frangrance to skincare and beyond with several celebrity owned brands mentioned!
Head inside to see Just Jared’s Sephora Savigns Event recommendations…
Selena Gomez‘s Rare Beauty is one of the most popular celebrity owned beauty brands that you can snag at Sephora. The brand’s Soft Pinch Liquid Blush formula...
The beauty retailer’s semi-annual sale allows members of their Beauty Insider program to buy products for upwards of 20% off. Their personal Sephora Collection is 30% off, too!
With so many options and such a good deal, it can be hard to decide what to pick up during the sale. We put together a rundown of some of our favorite products and items that are our own own personal wish list.
Our rundown covers everything from beauty and frangrance to skincare and beyond with several celebrity owned brands mentioned!
Head inside to see Just Jared’s Sephora Savigns Event recommendations…
Selena Gomez‘s Rare Beauty is one of the most popular celebrity owned beauty brands that you can snag at Sephora. The brand’s Soft Pinch Liquid Blush formula...
- 4/4/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Exclusive: Access Hollywood‘s Mario Lopez, together with his wife/Broadway star Courtney Lopez (A Chorus Line) are the latest actors to join Great American Family’s lineup of holiday movies.
The duo will headline My Grown-Up Christmas Wish, which follows Mario Lopez as the mayor of an idyllic community of Long Grove. While decorating for Christmas with the residents, Brian discovers his childhood Christmas wish list which magically begins to come true, reminding Brian about the spirit and joy of the holiday. Returning to town for Christmas is Brian’s childhood friend Nina Meyers (Courtney Lopez), and soon a connection becomes undeniable as she helps Brian face a new challenge for the town. As Brian’s wishes come true, he inspires the town to showcase its warm culture and values in order to stop the modern world from stifling the charm and heart of Long Grove.
Joining his famous...
The duo will headline My Grown-Up Christmas Wish, which follows Mario Lopez as the mayor of an idyllic community of Long Grove. While decorating for Christmas with the residents, Brian discovers his childhood Christmas wish list which magically begins to come true, reminding Brian about the spirit and joy of the holiday. Returning to town for Christmas is Brian’s childhood friend Nina Meyers (Courtney Lopez), and soon a connection becomes undeniable as she helps Brian face a new challenge for the town. As Brian’s wishes come true, he inspires the town to showcase its warm culture and values in order to stop the modern world from stifling the charm and heart of Long Grove.
Joining his famous...
- 4/4/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Kanye West is probably one of the most chaotic personalities on the planet. From ranting on about Hitler’s greatness to jumping up and down with a Mario voice, West has garnered a lot of spotlight and also, a lot of attention.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), it was allegedly revealed that Kanye West is getting sued for workplace abuse. The compiled tweet showcased the various things that West has done over time and how the musician just keeps going further and further (and not in a good way)!
Kanye West in Power music video
Kanye West Allegedly Threatened To Punch His Employee Before Changing to Mario’s Voice!
Yes, the heading does sound something like straight out of Looney Tunes. But this is Kanye West we are talking about so some things are probably not going to make sense. With a number of things that Ye has been accused of,...
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), it was allegedly revealed that Kanye West is getting sued for workplace abuse. The compiled tweet showcased the various things that West has done over time and how the musician just keeps going further and further (and not in a good way)!
Kanye West in Power music video
Kanye West Allegedly Threatened To Punch His Employee Before Changing to Mario’s Voice!
Yes, the heading does sound something like straight out of Looney Tunes. But this is Kanye West we are talking about so some things are probably not going to make sense. With a number of things that Ye has been accused of,...
- 4/3/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Helldivers 2, the co-op third-person shooter from Arrowhead Game Studios, is the most surprising but deserving hit of 2024. The game is the direct sequel to the top-down shooter Helldivers, which was released back in 2015. The game has broken several records since its release in February.
The game has been praised by both fans and critics as they fight for democracy against the Automatons and Terminids. But this fun co-op game probably would not have existed if it wasn’t for the Mario developer Nintendo, as it was an inspiration for Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt.
There Wouldn’t Be a Helldivers 2 if not for Nintendo
Helldivers 2 CEO got into game development due to Nintendo.
Johan Pilestedt, the CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios and creative director of Helldivers 2, has been very active on social media ever since the release of the game. He has been interacting with the fans and answering all the...
The game has been praised by both fans and critics as they fight for democracy against the Automatons and Terminids. But this fun co-op game probably would not have existed if it wasn’t for the Mario developer Nintendo, as it was an inspiration for Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt.
There Wouldn’t Be a Helldivers 2 if not for Nintendo
Helldivers 2 CEO got into game development due to Nintendo.
Johan Pilestedt, the CEO of Arrowhead Game Studios and creative director of Helldivers 2, has been very active on social media ever since the release of the game. He has been interacting with the fans and answering all the...
- 3/31/2024
- by Rohit Tiwari
- FandomWire
We're just a couple months away from the launch of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door , which brings a remade version of the 2004 GameCube classic to Nintendo Switch. If you need a refresher on the setup, Nintendo shared a new trailer that turns the page on the story. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Our Story Begins Trailer Related: The Super Mario Bros Movie Sequel Leads Nintendo's Mario Day 2024 Celebrations Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door hits Nintendo Switch on May 23, 2024. Here's how Nintendo describes it: The nefarious X-Nauts are after the treasure behind the Thousand-Year Door! With a map from Princess Peach, and the help of a few locals, Mario journeys through a colorful world made of paper to find them first. To prevail in this quest, you’ll have to level up Mario and his friends, master timing-based attacks and badges to impress the audience on the stage of combat, and...
- 3/27/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
After his shocking exit from the DC Studios despite making a long-awaited cameo in Black Adam, fans were hoping Henry Cavill would do the good old switcheroo and jump ship to the Marvel Studios. However, there haven’t been many updates about his arrival at the Studios until now. According to recent reports, Henry Cavill will soon be seen playing a character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Henry Cavill as Superman in Man of Steel
From Doctor Doom to Captain Britain to Cyclops, fans have been lobbying for characters they think Henry Cavill would be perfect for. While there have been no official updates regarding the actor’s involvement in the MCU, a recent report might have the positive update fans have been looking for.
Henry Cavill’s Apparent MCU Role Gets an Update Henry Cavill on The Rich Eisen Show
If you have been keeping your eyes peeled open...
Henry Cavill as Superman in Man of Steel
From Doctor Doom to Captain Britain to Cyclops, fans have been lobbying for characters they think Henry Cavill would be perfect for. While there have been no official updates regarding the actor’s involvement in the MCU, a recent report might have the positive update fans have been looking for.
Henry Cavill’s Apparent MCU Role Gets an Update Henry Cavill on The Rich Eisen Show
If you have been keeping your eyes peeled open...
- 3/26/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
DC Introduces Its Darkest & Most Poetically Poignant Twist To Nightwing’s Tragic Origin Story
Nightwing #115, penned by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Bruno Redondo, is the next chapter in their ongoing saga, “Fallen Grayson.” This storyline marks the apex of Taylor and Redondo’s exploration of the original Boy Wonder, hinting at significant developments for the character. Set to hit shelves on June 18, 2024, fans are poised in anticipation of the revelations within this eagerly awaited comic instalment.
Official Synopsis
When things go up in flames, Dick must put his feelings aside and help Shelton, a.k.a. Heartless, find his butler. After all, a superhero‘s job is to save everyone, even the evil. But every noble sacrifice comes with a price, and Nightwing finds himself in a situation only someone as cunning as Heartless could’ve concocted.
Trending Gotham’s Underworld Rises: The Penguin Trailer Unleashes A New Chapter...
Nightwing #115, penned by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Bruno Redondo, is the next chapter in their ongoing saga, “Fallen Grayson.” This storyline marks the apex of Taylor and Redondo’s exploration of the original Boy Wonder, hinting at significant developments for the character. Set to hit shelves on June 18, 2024, fans are poised in anticipation of the revelations within this eagerly awaited comic instalment.
Official Synopsis
When things go up in flames, Dick must put his feelings aside and help Shelton, a.k.a. Heartless, find his butler. After all, a superhero‘s job is to save everyone, even the evil. But every noble sacrifice comes with a price, and Nightwing finds himself in a situation only someone as cunning as Heartless could’ve concocted.
Trending Gotham’s Underworld Rises: The Penguin Trailer Unleashes A New Chapter...
- 3/26/2024
- by Hari P N
- KoiMoi
Last November, Nintendo officially announced that a live-action movie based on The Legend of Zelda was in development and that Wes Ball would direct. Ball’s credits include The Maze Runner film trilogy and the upcoming Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes.
Now, Ball has given fans a little more information about what they may expect from the Zelda movie. “I have this awesome idea,” Ball told Total Film. “I’ve been thinking about it for a long freakin’ time of how cool a Zelda movie would be…”
The filmmaker added, “I want to [fulfill] people’s greatest desires. I know it’s important, this [Zelda] franchise, to people, and I want it to be a serious movie. A real movie that can give people an escape.”
Ball said the driving force behind the Zelda movie is his desire to “live in that world. That’s the thing I want...
Now, Ball has given fans a little more information about what they may expect from the Zelda movie. “I have this awesome idea,” Ball told Total Film. “I’ve been thinking about it for a long freakin’ time of how cool a Zelda movie would be…”
The filmmaker added, “I want to [fulfill] people’s greatest desires. I know it’s important, this [Zelda] franchise, to people, and I want it to be a serious movie. A real movie that can give people an escape.”
Ball said the driving force behind the Zelda movie is his desire to “live in that world. That’s the thing I want...
- 3/25/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
The Bachelor fans watched with glee as Maria Georgas confronted Sydney Gordon at the Women Tell All after being labeled a bully all season.
Mario finally spoke her peace and chided Sydney for her behavior as the audience–who were Team Maria– cheered from the sidelines.
Interestingly, though, the Canadian beauty wanted to put the drama behind her, and she eventually made up with Sydney and a tearful Lea Cayanan.
However, is there still bad blood between Sydney and Maria?
After the episode, several of the cast members took to social media to get a few more things off their chest, Sydney being one of them.
The 28-year-old posted a photo that showed the sweet moment she and Lea made up with Maria.
However, there was also a lengthy message as she tried to clear up a few things–after seemingly getting more backlash from viewers.
How are things between Maria Georgas and Sydney Gordon?...
Mario finally spoke her peace and chided Sydney for her behavior as the audience–who were Team Maria– cheered from the sidelines.
Interestingly, though, the Canadian beauty wanted to put the drama behind her, and she eventually made up with Sydney and a tearful Lea Cayanan.
However, is there still bad blood between Sydney and Maria?
After the episode, several of the cast members took to social media to get a few more things off their chest, Sydney being one of them.
The 28-year-old posted a photo that showed the sweet moment she and Lea made up with Maria.
However, there was also a lengthy message as she tried to clear up a few things–after seemingly getting more backlash from viewers.
How are things between Maria Georgas and Sydney Gordon?...
- 3/24/2024
- by Alicea James
- Monsters and Critics
It’s no secret that horror too often elicits kneejerk reactions from narrow-minded critics who, for some reason or another, aren’t willing to give its particular brand of storytelling a fair shake. There are countless examples of films that have received lukewarm to scathing critiques from reviewers upon their release only to be embraced as classics years later, sometimes even by the same writers that originally did them dirty. Last House on the Left (1972), The Shining (1980) and, perhaps most famously, The Thing (1982) were all savaged for various reasons during their initial runs but are now not only thought of as staples of their genre but of cinema as a whole.
This was also the case for Mario Bava’s Blood and Black Lace (1964). Barely making a splash with audiences and critics alike when it was released in Italy 60 years ago this month, the picture’s impact would soon be gargantuan.
This was also the case for Mario Bava’s Blood and Black Lace (1964). Barely making a splash with audiences and critics alike when it was released in Italy 60 years ago this month, the picture’s impact would soon be gargantuan.
- 3/19/2024
- by Patrick Brennan
- bloody-disgusting.com
Rihanna‘s songs have changed pop culture forever. That doesn’t mean she thinks all of them are great. She had mixed feelings about her first single, coating it to a nursery rhyme. One of the song’s writers said the tune would set her on the path to becoming pop culture royalty.
Rihanna wasn’t too impressed with 1 song when she heard it over the phone
“Pon de Replay” was co-written by Alisha Brooks, Vada Nobles, Carl Sturken, and Evan Rogers. It’s not one of the more sophisticated tunes in her catalog but it’s undeniably catchy. On top of that, artists rarely debut with their best work. During a 2020 interview with Vulture, Rogers revealed that Rihanna had misgivings about the track. “I played it for Rihanna over the phone,” he recalled. “She was like ‘Uncle Ev, it sounds like a nursery rhyme. I like it, but I don’t know.
Rihanna wasn’t too impressed with 1 song when she heard it over the phone
“Pon de Replay” was co-written by Alisha Brooks, Vada Nobles, Carl Sturken, and Evan Rogers. It’s not one of the more sophisticated tunes in her catalog but it’s undeniably catchy. On top of that, artists rarely debut with their best work. During a 2020 interview with Vulture, Rogers revealed that Rihanna had misgivings about the track. “I played it for Rihanna over the phone,” he recalled. “She was like ‘Uncle Ev, it sounds like a nursery rhyme. I like it, but I don’t know.
- 3/15/2024
- by Matthew Trzcinski
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
After the mega-success of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, it’s no secret that Nintendo and Illumination are looking to maximize their partnership by adapting more classic Nintendo video game properties for the silver screen. To celebrate Mario Day, which was March 10th (get it? Mar10?), Shigeru Miyamoto, the character’s creator, and Illumination head Chris Meledandri, officially announced another film set in that universe, with an April 3rd, 2026 release date. But, with a Super Mario Bros Movie 2 finally happening, what other Nintendo properties might be getting a movie?
Closer to the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie last year notorious scooper Daniel Richtman, who has a solid track record for sharing information that often pans out, said Nintendo and Illumination were working on various titles. In the original post linked to Richtman’s Patreon, he mentioned the team behind Mario was hard at work on adaptations of The Legend of Zelda,...
Closer to the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie last year notorious scooper Daniel Richtman, who has a solid track record for sharing information that often pans out, said Nintendo and Illumination were working on various titles. In the original post linked to Richtman’s Patreon, he mentioned the team behind Mario was hard at work on adaptations of The Legend of Zelda,...
- 3/12/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
The word "iconic" gets used a lot, but if there's one character who deserves to be called that, it's Mario. The little mustachioed guy revolutionized gaming (and plumbing) forever. He has defended kingdoms against countless threats, saved princesses, and even fought off gorillas. He hasn't done all that much actual plumbing, but he has been a racer, a doctor, a golfer, a superhero, and even an elephant.
After the huge, incredible, and not entirely surprising box office success of "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" — not the Bob Hoskins one, the Chris Pratt one — it was inevitable that we would get more of the Mario brothers. After all, if Mario can have almost as many careers as Barbie, why not add "movie star" to the list?
While we wait to return to Mushroom Kingdom and witness Bowser's latest attempt at getting Princess Peach to marry him for some reason, let's...
After the huge, incredible, and not entirely surprising box office success of "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" — not the Bob Hoskins one, the Chris Pratt one — it was inevitable that we would get more of the Mario brothers. After all, if Mario can have almost as many careers as Barbie, why not add "movie star" to the list?
While we wait to return to Mushroom Kingdom and witness Bowser's latest attempt at getting Princess Peach to marry him for some reason, let's...
- 3/11/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
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