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Drew Lewis
1 day ago
Steady Our Hearts! Brendan Fraser & Rachel Weisz Signed on for a New Mummy Film!
First reported by the Hollywood Reporter, it seems there will, in fact, be a sequel to the Mummy franchise that apparently will pretend the 3rd Mummy film and the Tom Cruise reboot didn't happen. As long as Billy Zane is also coming back as "The Mummy" this should bring out the fans in droves. I'll […]
Stephanie Judge
5 days ago
American Horror Story: Season 13 Cast Announcement
To quote Michael Corleone in The Godfather Part III, "Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in!" This cast announcement has me FLOORED. Soooo MANY reunions. Is the Coven sequel we all wanted?! Still trying to pretend Season 8: Apocalypse never happened... Ariana Grande, Angela Basset, Sarah Paulson, Evan Peters, and […]
Andrea Carter
6 days ago
I have a Stu Macher theory
in Scream 1, Stu is only 17, and because of that his parents were able to get his name changed or records not publicly released. He survives Scream 1, and now he's out after a 20+ year stint in jail. He goes back to his old home and finds it turned into a shrine for […]
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M3GAN 2.0 is a T2-like Masterpiece

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Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle Review – The Beginning of the End

Demon Slayer is back in the cinema with the beginning of the end, and it’s downright fantastic. Join Tom as he gives his review of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle.
by Thomas Richards | September 18, 2025

Clearing up Blindspot’s Finale Confusion

Blindspot’s ending is still on our minds, specifically, Iain’s. He explains why the finale is infuriating in so many ways.
by Iain McParland | July 16, 2025

6 Actors Who Would Be Fantastic Choices for the Next Doctor Who

Ncuti Gatwa’s time as the Doctor in Doctor Who has ended, and now it is time for the speculation to begin. Let us tell you our picks to become the 16th (or 17th) incarnation of the OG Timelord.
by Iain McParland | July 3, 2025

We Survived The Wizard of Oz at The Sphere

We enter the world of The Wizard of Oz at Sphere Las Vegas, complete with lions and tigers and bears and so much more all in 16K. We have full spoilers on exactly what you’ll experience on your trip to the wonderful world of Oz.
by Andrea Carter | September 15, 2025

M3GAN 2.0 is a T2-like Masterpiece

M3GAN 2.0, the follow-up to the hit 2022 horror movie, M3GAN, is a masterpiece. The genre-shifting sequel is the perfect follow-up in the most unexpected way. Let us tell you more.
by Iain McParland | July 8, 2025

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle Review – The Beginning of the End

Demon Slayer is back in the cinema with the beginning of the end, and it’s downright fantastic. Join Tom as he gives his review of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle.
by Thomas Richards | September 18, 2025

Clearing up Blindspot’s Finale Confusion

Blindspot’s ending is still on our minds, specifically, Iain’s. He explains why the finale is infuriating in so many ways.
by Iain McParland | July 16, 2025

6 Actors Who Would Be Fantastic Choices for the Next Doctor Who

Ncuti Gatwa’s time as the Doctor in Doctor Who has ended, and now it is time for the speculation to begin. Let us tell you our picks to become the 16th (or 17th) incarnation of the OG Timelord.
by Iain McParland | July 3, 2025

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    The Other Frankenstein Movie No One is Talking About... Bride!
    While we wait for Guillermo Del Toro's latest hit adaptation, Frankenstein, another Frankenstein film is on the horizon... Bride! directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal. Anyone else confused as to why we aren't seeing much marketing for this movie? With a stacked cast and an artsy Bonnie & Clyde-like plot, I feel like we aren't talking enough […]

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      The HALO TV Show Is Getting A Second Chance On Netflix? Does It Deserve It?

      The HALO TV show has been thrust back into the spotlight with its release on Netflix, with some thinking this might be a second chance for the cancelled series, but does it deserve it? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on Seasons 1 and 2 of HALO and see if it deserves another season.
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      Lost in The Nowhere: The Twisted Brilliance of Little Nightmares 3

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      Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc Review - Depression, But The Good Kind

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      Frankenstein Review: A Visually Stunning Adaptation

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      Marlon Wayans’ Terrific Performance Can’t Save HIM from Mid-table Mediocrity

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      My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s Is Speedrunning Every Isekai Trope: Episode 1-4 Impressions

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      The HALO TV Show Is Getting A Second Chance On Netflix? Does It Deserve It?

      The HALO TV show has been thrust back into the spotlight with its release on Netflix, with some thinking this might be a second chance for the cancelled series, but does it deserve it? Join Tom as he gives his thoughts on Seasons 1 and 2 of HALO and see if it deserves another season.
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      Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc Review - Depression, But The Good Kind

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      We Survived The Masquerade at the John Wick Experience

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      What is Broadway Rave? We Went and Investigated

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      Vroom Vroom: F1 Arcade Opened an Arcade in Las Vegas

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      Five Real Robots You Can Party With in Las Vegas

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      What is a Labubu Rave? We Went and Found Out

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      My Status as an Assassin Obviously Exceeds the Hero’s Is Speedrunning Every Isekai Trope: Episode 1-4 Impressions

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      Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Review - The Return Of Star Wars Anime

      The animated anthology series Star Wars: Visions has received another season of shorts, once again being animated by some of the top Japanese animation studios. Join Tom as he gives his review of Star Wars: Visions Volume 3.
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      Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc Review - Depression, But The Good Kind

      The latest anime film, Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc, has hit cinemas, but is it worth your time? Join Tom as he answers that question and more in his review.
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      Frankenstein Review: A Visually Stunning Adaptation

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      From Blueprint to Battle: Has Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mapped Out the Future?

      Pokémon Legends: Z-A has finally arrived. Has Game Freak taken a confident step in the right direction with the franchise that players so desperately want? Dive in with Jordan to see how Lumiose City is, after all these years.
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      Bridgerton Season 4: Your Complete Guide to the New Romance & Drama

      After months of eager anticipation, Bridgerton Season 4 is finally on the horizon. From masked balls to forbidden love, this season promises to whisk viewers into a Regency-era fairytale with a Cinderella twist. But will Benedict’s long-awaited love story deliver the magic fans have been dreaming of, or will it miss the mark? Let’s uncover every sparkling secret, scandal, and surprise awaiting us this season.
      by Stephanie Judge | October 28, 2025

      May I Ask For One Final Thing? Is Off To An Interesting Start: Episode 1-4 Impressions

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      TRON: Ares Review – A Flawed Vibe

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      Good Boy? More Like Best Boy! Indy Must Be Protected!

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      Lost in The Nowhere: The Twisted Brilliance of Little Nightmares 3

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      The Impact of Blindspot on Critical Role and The Legend of Vox Machina

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      PAX Aus 2025: Recapping The Best PAX Aus In Recent Years

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      Tony Hawks Pro Skater 3+4 Review: Worth The Re-run?

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      The 2025 PAX Aus Indie Showcase Winners Have Been Revealed!

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      Leveling Up: The American Writers Museum Celebrates Writing for Role-Playing Games

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      Settle Into The Fall Season With Crunchyroll’s 2025 Fall Anime Lineup

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      Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle Review – The Beginning of the End

      Demon Slayer is back in the cinema with the beginning of the end, and it’s downright fantastic. Join Tom as he gives his review of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Infinity Castle.
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      Kpop Demon Hunters Cinematic Universe Confirmed?!

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      5 Massive Anime Expo 2025 Reveals That Have Us Hyped

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      How To Turn Kpop Demon Hunters Into A Franchise

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      Avatar The Last Airbender & Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Trailer Reaction - TRAILER TALK

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      Going Crazy for the Madness

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      Gears For Years: A Life-Altering Story

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      The Monkey Bangs the Drum For Chaotic Comedy Horror

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