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Balatro, the 2024 smash-hit that redefined the roguelike genre and dominated player’s playtimes across all platforms, felt like it came out of nowhere. Developed by just one person, LocalThunk, someone who was convinced it wouldn’t sell well, Balatro feels like the epitome of why indie games are truly the greatest gift to gaming. However, what few may know is that Balatro was inspired by a similar indie roguelike with gambling themes....

Mike Flanagan may be best known for his hit Netflix shows about generational trauma, especiallyThe Haunting of Hill HouseandMidnight Mass, butThe Life of Chuckis gearing up to make him everyone’s favorite Stephen King collaborator.Doctor Sleep, his first attempt at adapting the King for the big screen, was not as financially successful as one might have hoped Annalise Basso — but it certainly established their shared affinity for tragedy, horror, and humanity....

Gabriel Macht’s comments about his upcoming return as Harvey Specter convince me that theSuitsrevival that I’ve wanted for 6 years is now dead in the water. In 2011, at the height of USA Network’s original series, Aaron Korsh’s legal drama amassed a dedicated fan base that followed all through 9 seasons of changes at Pearson, Hardman. It wasn’t until 2023 thatSuitsfound a bigger audience, as it became a streaming darling both for Netflix and Peacock....

Frieza’s legacy as the ultimate tyrant inDragon Ballis undeniable, and he has intrigued fans across generations due to his cunning and ruthless personality as he strives for greater power. As one of the series’ longest-standing antagonists,Frieza’s presence continues to carry significant weight, and the malevolent wishes to take down Goku once and for all. As a villain, Frieza persists no matter how many times he fails, making himone of the most memorable characterswho is always a step ahead compared to other enemies the Z-Fighters have faced....

Forrest Gump, starring Tom Hanks, is widely considered to be among the best movies of all time. Based on Winston Groom’s 1986 novel,into the various life events that Forrest Gump went throughas he pined for his childhood sweetheart. The movie follows his struggles as a child toForrest Gump’s role in the Vietnam War. By taking this direction, Forrest Gump is able to offer a mix of upbeat and gloomy moments, which reflect the ups and downs of the character’s life....

Fast Fiveis one of the highest-rated entries in theFast & Furiousfranchise. However,Fast Fivecould also be viewed as a bittersweet movie in the series, since it marked a major change forFast & Furiousmovies. Early in theFast & Furiousseries, the movies were primarily focused on street racing. However, over the years, the franchise expanded significantly, and the movies turned into more traditional action films. While there were hints of this in the fourth movie in the series,Fast Fivewasthemovie that marked a major change for the franchise....

Vincent Priceis one of the original icons of horror cinema, best known for his commanding and one-of-a-kind voice, as well as his charismatic screen presence.Price has made a career from playing a wide range of characters, mainly in gothic horror and intense thrillers, where the roles he plays are equally tragic and horrifying. He was arguablythe most popular horror actor of the 1960s, while his collaborations with famed director Roger Corman, as well as frequently appearing in Edgar Allan Poe adaptions, made him a recognized and memorable figure in horror cinema....

Zach Cregger’sWeaponsis the next film from the sketch comic turned horror director, and there’s already been some exciting news about the upcoming horror movie. A former castmate on the comedy seriesThe Whitest Kids U’Know,Zach Cregger made a surprising and celebrated returnto Hollywood in 2022 when he directedBarbarian, a unique and clever horror film that’s one of the best of the 2020s. Earning a 92% onRotten Tomatoesand being one of the top-streamed movies upon its release, it was assumed Cregger would soon return to the directing chair (viaMediaPlayNews)....

While many think thatEthan Hunt will die in the eighthMission: Impossiblefilm, the first trailer forMission: Impossible - The Final Reckoninghas me really worried that this legacy character will get killed off. While lots of characters have come and gone throughout theMission: Impossiblemovies, Ethan Hunt’s main cast of friends and IMF coworkers has remained relatively consistent. However,Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoningmay be setting up a major change to this status quo, and I’m scared....

90 Day Fiancéseason 8’s most controversial cast member, Stephanie Davison, and herrelationship with her on-screen boyfriend, Ryan Carr’s cousin, Harris Flowers, is still one of the franchise’s biggest mysteries. Stephanie was a 52-year-old woman in arelationship with 27-year-old Ryan, who she’d met during a vacation in Belize. DespiteStephanie spoiling Ryan with $1300a month and even secretly paying his salary at her friend’s resort where he’s employed apart from buying a $3000 snake watch....

3 years ago,Pedro Pascalshared his thoughts onDin Djarin’s newN-1 starfighterinThe Mandalorian, the ship that was meant to replace his trustyRazor Crest. Audiences have long since been torn between the titular Mandalorian’s two ships, with theCrestbeing much more suitable for Din’s life as a bounty hunter and a father, while the N-1 brings a fond sense of nostalgia for those who love theStar Warsprequel trilogy. They both have something valuable to offer Din, but Pascal’s thoughts on the N-1 continue to reign true, especially now....

Captain America: Brave New Worldcomes to theaters soon, and Anthony Mackie, the star of the newMarvel Cinematic Universeinstallment, recently opened up about working with Harrison Ford in the film. Notably, both stars are taking on established roles: Mackie will be making his first feature-length appearance as Captain America, following Chris Evans, and Ford has inherited the role of Thaddeus Ross from the late William Hurt. Ford is one of the most successful actors in Hollywood, creating an interesting dynamic between the film’s leads....

The Academy Awards often lead to debates on the state of filmmaking in general, and 2025 has reopened the long-running debate about whether intermissions still hold a valuable place when it comes to structuring longer films’ runtimes. One of the primary movies to garner multiple nominations in 2025 houses the rare inclusion of an unavoidable intermission edited directly into the actual film, making it the best candidate to revive this old Hollywood trend....