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‎Zach Cregger returns to the horror genre with Weapons, a film that boldly swings for atmospheric intensity and narrative experimentation following the success of his 2022 cult hit Barbarian. This time, he trades claustrophobic dread for a sprawling mystery involving the mass disappearance of 17 elementary school children, pushing further into surrealist horror but pulling back on psychological weight. ‎ ‎ Julia Garner and Josh Brolin lead a chilling yet uneven horror from Zach Cregger, where 17 kids vanish and terror grips a small town in "Weapons." ‎Quantrell Colbert/Warner Bros. ‎ ‎The film opens with an image that's both beautiful and deeply disturbing — children leaving their homes at exactly 2:17 a.m., arms extended like airplane wings, vanishing into the suburban night as George Harrison’s “Beware of Darkness” plays. The scene conjures a surreal nightmare rooted in Americana, hinting at allegory and emotional resonance that the rest of the film only par...

‎Mark Ruffalo is officially returning as the Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the fourth installment in Tom Holland’s Marvel-Sony franchise. The casting solidifies months of speculation and adds heavyweight muscle to an already star-studded superhero lineup. Production begins this month in England. ‎ ‎Mark Ruffalo returns as Hulk in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, joining Tom Holland, Punisher, and Scorpion for Marvel’s explosive 2026 sequel. ‎Michael Blackshire / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images ‎ ‎Tom Holland will once again don the iconic Spider-Man suit, this time alongside Marvel veteran Ruffalo, who hasn’t appeared on the big screen as Bruce Banner since Avengers: Endgame. The new film continues the tradition of pairing Holland with established MCU heroes—following in the footsteps of Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man, Samuel L. Jackson’s Nick Fury, and Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange. ‎ ‎Michael Mando will also return as the Scorpion, a character he first portrayed i...

‎Amazon MGM has announced the casting of Lily James alongside Chris Hemsworth in the upcoming submarine thriller Subversion, directed by Patrick Vollrath. Production is set to commence this September in Australia. ‎ ‎ Lily James joins Chris Hemsworth in ‘Subversion,’ a high-stakes submarine thriller directed by Patrick Vollrath, filming this fall in Australia. ‎Swan Gallet/WWD/Getty Images; Jeff Spicer/Getty Images ‎ ‎Andrew Ferguson penned the screenplay for Subversion, which has been described as a “Die Hard on a submarine” style thriller. The plot centers on a once-promising naval commander, portrayed by Hemsworth, who becomes ensnared in a dangerous game after being blackmailed by a cartel-like organization. Tasked with piloting a submarine laden with illegal cargo through international waters, the commander faces relentless threats both inside the vessel and from external forces. ‎ ‎The tension escalates as the naval officer is pursued by a determined Coast Guard offic...

‎Legacy sequels often struggle to find their footing between nostalgia and reinvention, and The Naked Gun reboot is no exception. Directed by Akiva Schaffer, this revival attempts to graft a convoluted crime plot onto the franchise’s classic barrage of slapstick and deadpan parody. The result is uneven, but there’s enough inspired silliness — and just enough plot to hang it on — to keep the audience engaged. ‎ ‎ The Naked Gun reboot fumbles its plot but scores laughs, as Liam Neeson plays it straight and Pamela Anderson steals scenes in this messy but funny revival. ‎Paramount ‎ ‎The film opens with a bank robbery sequence that tries to blend physical comedy with high-stakes action. It’s an effective table-setter, though many of the best gags already appeared in the trailer. The incident eventually ties into the suspicious death of a tech engineer whose electric vehicle crashes under mysterious circumstances. His sister, Beth Davenport (Pamela Anderson), believes foul play ...

‎Following its exclusive theatrical debut last week, the first full trailer for Avatar: Fire & Ash has officially launched online. Disney unveiled the footage after a leaked version circulated widely, sparking fan excitement and critical acclaim. As anticipation builds for the third chapter in James Cameron’s sprawling Avatar saga, the newly released trailer offers a deeper look at the escalating conflict on Pandora — and the emotional weight carried by its returning heroes. ‎ ‎Neytiri (Zoe Saldana) takes aim in Avatar 3. ‎James Cameron ‎ ‎Set after the events of Avatar: The Way of Water, the trailer plunges viewers back into the alien world of Pandora, this time revealing two newly introduced Na’vi clans: the Wind Traders and the volatile Ash People. Their arrival signals a dramatic shift in the power dynamics between indigenous factions and occupying human forces. These new characters bring fire—both literal and symbolic—to a narrative that now leans darker and more m...

‎Vanessa Kirby doesn’t sound like someone who just saved the planet from a devourer of worlds. Speaking from bed during a rare moment of rest, the acclaimed British actress reflects on a monumental year: headlining The Fantastic Four: First Steps, filming Avengers: Doomsday, and preparing for motherhood—on screen and in real life. ‎ Vanessa Kirby explores Sue Storm’s space birth, maternal power, and filming with Robert Downey Jr. for Marvel’s “Fantastic Four: First Steps.” John Russo ‎ ‎Kirby’s transformation into Sue Storm, the Invisible Woman, represents more than just another superhero role. Known for her critically acclaimed performances in The Crown and Pieces of a Woman, she finds Sue’s emotional arc uniquely resonant. The film opens with Sue pregnant and ends with her unleashing a cosmic storm to protect her newborn son from Galactus—only to be resurrected by the very life she fought to protect. ‎ ‎The complexity of Sue Storm’s character, from leader to mother to war...

‎Danny and Michael Philippou’s Bring Her Back delivers a deeply unsettling experience that trades the frenetic energy of their breakout debut Talk To Me for a more insidious, brooding exploration of possession, grief, and fractured familial bonds. Set in a quiet suburb saturated with creeping dread, the film stars Sally Hawkins in a disarmingly unnerving performance that flips her familiar on-screen warmth into something far more sinister. ‎ Danny and Michael Philippou’s Bring Her Back blends possession horror, childhood trauma, and occult dread into a slow-burning, emotionally raw thriller. ‎Bring Her Back ‎ ‎Laura, played by Hawkins, is a well-meaning but increasingly unstable foster mother grappling with the recent death of her daughter. When she takes in teenage Andy (Billy Barratt) and his younger, visually impaired sister Piper (Sora Wong), the line between nurturing care and obsessive attachment begins to erode. Her affection quickly gravitates toward Piper, while An...

‎Rebecca Romijn, best known for her iconic portrayal of Mystique in the original X-Men trilogy, has offered new insights into her unexpected return for Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Doomsday. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter at San Diego Comic-Con, the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds actress opened up about stepping back into a role she first inhabited more than two decades ago. ‎ Rebecca Romijn discusses reprising Mystique in Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday and reuniting with original X-Men cast as filming continues. ‎Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images for Paramount+ ‎ ‎Production on Avengers: Doomsday, one of Marvel’s most ambitious crossover films to date, remains tightly guarded. Romijn revealed that the script is still in development, leaving many cast members uncertain about their final scene counts or story arcs. “They keep everything very close to the vest,” she explained. “We don’t know yet.” ‎ ‎Asked whether she had read the full screenplay, Romijn artfully dodged the questi...

‎Marvel Studios has reignited the Fantastic Four legacy with a commanding global debut for Fantastic Four: First Steps, raking in $218 million worldwide, including $118 million in domestic ticket sales. This box office resurgence represents a significant milestone for Kevin Feige’s Marvel, which now helms the franchise after acquiring it from 20th Century Fox. ‎ ‎ Marvel’s Fantastic Four: First Steps ignites the box office with a $218M global launch, reviving the franchise with critical and audience acclaim. ‎Courtesy Of 20th Century Studios/Marvel Studios ‎ ‎Matt Shakman’s direction delivers a fresh yet nostalgic take on the superhero ensemble, positioning it as one of Marvel's most successful openings in recent years—second only to the highly anticipated Deadpool & Wolverine. The film's domestic launch slightly trailed earlier projections after Friday's impressive $57 million kickoff, but maintained momentum through the weekend despite strong competition f...

‎A surprise unveiling at San Diego Comic-Con has set the Predator fandom abuzz. Director Dan Trachtenberg announced during Friday’s panel that a new version of Predator: Killer of Killers would premiere that evening, complete with an unexpected epilogue that ties together decades of lore. The fresh cut of the Hulu animated feature includes appearances from Arnold Schwarzenegger’s iconic Dutch from the 1987 Predator, Danny Glover’s Lt. Mike Harrigan from Predator 2, and Amber Midthunder’s Naru from Prey. ‎ ‎' Predator: Killer of Killers. ' ‎Hulu via YouTube ‎ ‎Fans at Hall H witnessed the epilogue firsthand during 20th Century Studios and Disney’s Predator: Badlands panel. The scene offers a haunting visual: Predator warriors solemnly carry floating human coffins, each holding a familiar face in suspended animation. Among them lie the still forms of Midthunder’s Naru and Glover’s Harrigan, subtly reintroducing their characters into the ever-expanding mythos of the fr...

‎An explosive first look at Avatar: Fire & Ash has surfaced online, offering fans an unauthorized preview of James Cameron’s latest sci-fi spectacle. Although Disney planned to unveil the highly anticipated trailer exclusively in theaters alongside Fantastic Four: First Steps, grainy versions of the footage have already begun circulating across social platforms. ‎ ‎' Avatar: The Way of Water. ' ‎ Courtesy of 20th Century Studios ‎ ‎Disney has moved quickly to take down the leaks, making the Fire & Ash trailer harder to locate than other recent trailer breaches, such as Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey. Nevertheless, those who have seen the footage are reacting with awe and enthusiasm. ‎ ‎Early reactions from fan communities and film critics have praised the visual scale and emotional intensity of the sequel. One prominent sci-fi forum called it “some of the most beautiful footage” released this year, applauding the powerful imagery of volcanic showdowns, swee...

‎James Gunn has provided new insight into the difficult moment he had to inform Henry Cavill that he would not reprise his role as Superman in the new DC Universe. Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast hosted by Josh Horowitz, the filmmaker and DC Studios co-head revisited the complex and confusing timeline that briefly saw Cavill announce his Superman return—only to later retract it. ‎ ‎James Gunn and Henry Cavill. ‎Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images for Warner Bros; Chris Hyde/Getty Images for AFI ‎ ‎At the heart of the matter was the transition period when Gunn and producer Peter Safran were still finalizing their deal to lead DC Studios. According to Gunn, the announcement of Cavill’s return came unexpectedly and did not align with their long-term plans for the cinematic universe. “The day our deal closed, suddenly it was announced that Henry was back,” Gunn recalled. “It was confusing because we already had a different Superman project in development.” ‎ ‎That project, ti...

‎Aaron Taylor-Johnson is set to headline Werwulf, the latest horror feature from acclaimed filmmaker Robert Eggers, marking a high-profile reunion following their collaboration on the 2024 gothic hit Nosferatu. Negotiations are underway for Lily-Rose Depp to join the cast, potentially reuniting with both Eggers and Taylor-Johnson in what’s shaping up to be a major horror event. ‎ ‎ Aaron Taylor-Johnson joins Robert Eggers’ werewolf film Werwulf as Lily-Rose Depp nears a potential return following Nosferatu’s major success. ‎Getty (2) ‎ ‎The director is co-writing the screenplay with frequent collaborator Sjón, continuing the creative partnership that powered The Northman. Scheduled for a North American theatrical release on Christmas Day 2026, Werwulf will delve into the werewolf mythos through Eggers’ signature atmospheric lens. ‎ ‎Production is being led by Tim Bevan and Eric Fellner of Working Title, with Eggers and Sjón also on board as producers. Chris and Eleanor Colu...

‎Nintendo and Sony’s highly anticipated Legend of Zelda live-action adaptation has officially found its leads, with Bo Bragason cast as Princess Zelda and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth set to portray the iconic hero Link. The announcement, made by Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto on Wednesday via a post on X, has ignited widespread excitement among fans of the legendary video game franchise. ‎ Bo Bragason and Benjamin Evan Ainsworth will lead Nintendo and Sony's live-action Legend of Zelda movie, set for a 2027 theatrical release. ‎Getty Images (2) ‎ ‎Miyamoto shared photos of Bragason and Ainsworth in costume, confirming their roles in the upcoming fantasy adventure. "I am pleased to announce that for the live-action film of The Legend of Zelda, Zelda will be played by Bo Bragason-san, and Link by Benjamin Evan Ainsworth-san,” Miyamoto wrote. “I am very much looking forward to seeing both of them on the big screen.” ‎ ‎The film is currently slated for a theatrical releas...

‎Tom Holland has revealed new details about the highly anticipated Spider-Man: Brand New Day, hinting that the upcoming fourth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Spider-Man saga will signal a creative reset. Holland described the project as a refreshing shift, both narratively and visually, emphasizing a return to the fundamentals of traditional filmmaking. ‎ Tom Holland teases Spider-Man: Brand New Day will revive classic filmmaking. ‎ Matt Kennedy/Sony Pictures Releasing/Marvel Entertainment/Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎During an appearance on the YouTube series Flip Your Wig, Holland shared his enthusiasm about reprising the role of Peter Parker, especially after the emotionally charged finale of Spider-Man: No Way Home. Following that storyline, Parker now exists in anonymity, with even his closest friends unaware of his identity. Reflecting on the challenges faced during the last film’s production, Holland expressed excitement about leaving behind the con...

‎Epic Pictures’ horror imprint Dread has officially announced the release of Die’ced: Reloaded, the feature-length expansion of Jeremy Rudd’s widely-shared 2023 short film. Slated for a theatrical premiere on August 8, the blood-soaked slasher will land on VOD just days later on August 12. ‎ ‎' Die'ced: Reloaded. ' ‎Epic Pictures ‎ ‎Set against the rain-soaked backdrop of 1980s Seattle, the film plunges into the dark tale of Benny, an escaped mental patient who dons a scarecrow mask and embarks on a Halloween killing spree. His rampage takes a twisted turn as he obsessively stalks a young woman, unaware of her role in his deranged fixation. ‎ ‎The trailer, unveiled today, offers a first look at the high-octane carnage and retro-styled horror fans can expect. Starring Eden Campbell (Fear Street: Part Two – 1978), Jason Brooks (The Death of Snow White), and Nigel Vona (The Chronicles of Riddick), the film is produced by Jeffrey Decker, Chad Ferrin, and Tylor Jones...

‎Sydney Sweeney is rapidly climbing the Hollywood ranks, and now she may be headed for her most iconic role yet—Bond Girl in the next James Bond installment. The Emmy-nominated actress has captivated global audiences with standout performances in Euphoria, The White Lotus, and Anyone But You, and now finds herself at the center of casting rumors for the reinvented 007 universe. ‎ ‎ Sydney Sweeney leads Bond Girl rumors as Amazon revamps the 007 franchise with Denis Villeneuve and eyes a modern, athletic female lead. ‎Getty Images ‎ ‎Following Amazon's acquisition of the Bond franchise earlier this year, industry insiders suggest that Sweeney has emerged as a front-runner for the role that historically blends elegance, grit, and allure. With Amazon MGM Studios now holding creative reins from longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, a refreshed vision for the franchise is taking shape under acclaimed director Denis Villeneuve. ‎ ‎Reports from The Sun rev...

‎James Gunn’s Superman has officially launched in theaters with an impressive $22.5 million in box office previews, but it’s the off-screen numbers drawing equal attention. Newly revealed salary details show a surprising disparity among the film’s lead actors, with Lex Luthor actor Nicholas Hoult earning more than David Corenswet, who stars as the iconic superhero. ‎ ‎ David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan in 'Superman.' ‎Warner Bros ‎ ‎According to Puck News, Hoult received a $2 million paycheck—$1.25 million more than Corenswet, who was paid $750,000. Rachel Brosnahan, cast as Lois Lane, earned the same as Corenswet. The film was produced on a reported budget of $225 million, making the salary spread a notable point of interest given the high financial stakes of DC’s franchise reboot. ‎ ‎Hoult’s higher salary can be attributed to his established career and extensive credentials. With previous franchise experience in the X-Men films and multiple award nominations—in...

‎James Gunn’s latest directorial venture, Superman, featuring David Corenswet as the iconic superhero, is set to premiere in theaters on July 11. The film marks a significant reboot of the DC Universe, with Gunn at the helm as co-CEO of DC Studios. Corenswet takes on the dual role of Clark Kent and Superman, succeeding notable predecessors such as Christopher Reeve and Henry Cavill. ‎ James Gunn’s Superman redefines the Man of Steel with fresh energy and heartfelt performances, launching a promising new chapter for the DC Universe this summer. ‎Warner Bros./Courtesy Everett Collection ‎ ‎Joining Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan portrays the intrepid journalist Lois Lane, while Nicholas Hoult steps into the shoes of the infamous villain Lex Luthor. The cast’s performances have drawn particular praise from critics who highlight the fresh dynamics brought to these classic characters. ‎ ‎During the Los Angeles premiere, James Gunn shared his vision for the new Superman. He aimed to ...

‎The title of Denis Villeneuve’s next cinematic journey to Arrakis has been officially confirmed. The third installment in the acclaimed science fiction saga will be released under the name Dune: Part Three, as officially listed on Rentrak. Earlier references had labeled the film Dune Messiah, a direct allusion to Frank Herbert’s 1969 novel which forms the narrative foundation for this chapter, charting Paul Atreides’ ascent as emperor. ‎ ‎ Timothée Chalamet and Josh Brolin in 'Dune: Part Two.' ‎Niko Tavernise/Warner Bros. ‎ ‎The production will incorporate sequences filmed using Imax cameras, though it will not adopt the format exclusively across the entire shoot. This aligns it more closely with previous blockbusters utilizing selective Imax scenes, differing from Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, which remains the only feature to date shot entirely with Imax technology. ‎ ‎Speculation had been stirred by recent comments from Imax CEO Richard Gelfond, who implied d...