7 Movie Franchises That Changed Genres in a Sequel (& 3 Of Them Actually Got Better)

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As a film buff, I’ve been thinking about franchises that really took risks with their tone or genre – you know, movies that felt *different* from what started it all. There have been at least seven where one installment went in a completely new direction. Did those experiments always succeed? Honestly, no. But surprisingly often, these departures were exactly what the franchise needed to stay fresh and relevant. They kept things interesting and, crucially, kept the whole IP alive.

D4vd Investigation: Home Singer Allegedly Stayed at Searched by Police

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As a lifestyle expert, I’ve been following the news about Celeste Rivas, and it’s heartbreaking. After confirming the remains belonged to the 15-year-old, police searched a home in the area where her car was originally found before it was towed to a Hollywood impound lot, as reported by NBC News. It’s a difficult time, and my thoughts are with her family and friends.

JoJo Siwa Ditches Her Signature Style for Rare Gown in Italy

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Okay, so JoJo Siwa is *always* extra with the sparkles and bright colors, which I LIVE for, but she totally surprised everyone at Kalani Hilliker’s wedding! She traded in her usual look to fit in with the vibe, and Kendall Vertes was there too – it was such a sweet *Dance Moms* reunion, seeing them all together after everything with Abby Lee Miller! I was seriously obsessed with all the pictures.