For some, it feels like this movie is treading similar waters. Inthe originalGladiator, Maximus loses his wife and child to the Roman Empire. Years later, his son, Lucius, loses his wife in battle against Rome. While this is a by-the-book revenge tale, it is a tried and true one for cinema. Because of this, it’s not a revolutionary revenge tale. In fact, it would take a lot to elevate this classic tale of revenge....

History suggests there will be more, though. That lone instance came last year. Otherwise, it is common for Oscar voters to acknowledge two films that the Golden Globes did not. This typically comes with foreign language films joining the Best Picture lineup. The presence of expected frontrunners likeAnora,The Brutalist,Conclave, andEmilia Perezonly solidifies their contending status. Emilia Perezarguably comes out as the biggest winner when it comes to its Oscars standing....

She gains tattoos like Maui, and her oar takes on similar magical qualities as his fishhook. However, until that time, she is on a path to a truly sad reality as a demigod. Custom image by Ana Nieves Moana 2 is the sequel to the 2016 animated film Moana. Directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, the film continues the journey of Moana as she embarks on new adventures, exploring the vast Pacific Ocean while encountering new characters and challenges along the way....

However, there is an easy way to bring him back. ARegular Showanthology made up of untold stories that Pops is watching from the afterlife would just work perfectly. In season 7, we learn that Pops father is hiding a secret about his sons true origins. ARegular Showanthology made up of untold stories that Pops is watching from the afterlife would just work perfectly. Custom image by Simone Ashmoore Custom image by Yeider Chacon

WhentheFast & Furioustimelinebegan in 2001 withThe Fast and the Furious, it was a relatively grounded action drama. For the first couple of sequels, the franchise maintained this semi-grounded approach. But The Fast Saga is too far gone for that. Fast XIis scheduled to be released in 2026. Theres no way to tell a grounded story with that premise. The Fast Saga has evolved into a far-fetched fantasy. The characters and storylines are all over the place....

Supernatural Supernaturalshould address one huge Dean Winchester fan theory if it comes back for season 16. The critically acclaimedSupernaturalseason 15may have finished off the show, but many fans would welcome a follow-up. Lisa ended up lost to Dean, like his every other romance throughout the show. Tragically, Lisa embodied the notion of sacrifice maybe more than any other character or element of the show. One fan theory positions Dean as the father of Lisa’s son, Ben....

The two have even collaborated in several movies, likeEscape PlanandThe Expendables 3. The variance in their acting journey seems more evident when their Christmas movies are considered. When it comes toFirst Blood, however, it is not as straightforward with its Christmas elements. However, his hope is shattered when he learns that his friend passed away. Heartwarming moments of kindness are often primary drivers in typical feel-good Christmas movies. Custom Image by Dhruv Sharma....

Executive-produced by Steven Spielberg,The Flintstonesadaptsthe iconic Hanna-Barbera cartoonabout suburban cavemen into live-action. Although it was a huge box office success,The Flintstoneswas met with mostly negative reviews from critics. But compared to modern live-action remakes,The Flintstoneslooks amazing. Everything felt alive and seemed like it was taken straight from the cartoon and brought into the real world. The production design inThe Flintstonesmovie was incredible. The costumes worn byThe Flintstonesmovie castlooked like real, primitive clothing, not just cartoon cosplay....

As a result, the citizens of Munchkinland celebrate her death, with Glinda the Good Witch joining in. In fact, Glinda and Elphaba were enemies turned close friends atShiz University. This friendship continued to blossom until Elphaba turned her back on the Wizard and Oz while Glinda stayed behind. In her eyes, she is the wicked one, and she is now alone. “And goodness knows, the wicked’s lives are lonely. Goodness knows, the wicked dies alone....

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Beetlejuicefeatured the return of many beloved characters fromTim Burton’s original movie. Nevertheless, one can’t help but wonder what could’ve been had Shadix starred inBeetlejuice Beetlejuice. It was possible for the actor to return as Otho had the sequel been filmed sooner. This plot point worked around the real-life death ofBeetlejuiceactor Jeffrey Jones. Though it seemed like the Deetzes lost a family friend, Otho’s character hinted at the contrary....

The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim J.R.R. This includesMiranda Otto returning as Eowynto narrate the movie from the future. Now, here’s where to watch the newLord of the Ringsmovie. When Will Lord Of The Rings: War Of The Rohirrim Release On Digital? This would mean thatWar of the Rohirrim’s digital release could come in January 2025.

Wicked This article includes discussions of disability and ableism. However, the movie relies more heavily on theWickedmusical, which first hit the stage in 2003. The only accessible versions are from less-than-legal recordings of the musical and song on YouTube with questionable quality. As such, people familiar with just the official Wicked Broadway soundtrack may not even know that it exists. But I will say, it’s a great number. Chu obviously cant promise the song without providing spoilers....

Bridgerton Netflix’s hit showBridgertonhas10 superior episodes that stand out from the rest of the show. The first three seasons are wildly successful, andBridgertonseason 4should not be any different. Each ofBridgerton’s 24 episodes has its own strengths and weaknesses. AsBridgertonaccumulates more seasons, choosing the 10 best episodes from the show will become even more difficult. What is it truly to admire a woman? To look at her and feel inspiration? Custom Image By Sarah Novack...