As a little holiday cheer, I’m thrilled to share that Kylie Minogue recently made another incredibly generous donation to Feeding America! It’s so wonderful to see her continuing to support such a vital organization, especially during a time when so many families need help. It really warms my heart to know she’s using her platform for good.
Here is the full message from IO Interactive on the delay:
The X-Men’s stories have explored many themes, sometimes fitting with the team’s core idea of mutant-human relations, and sometimes not. However, one aspect of X-Men history has always felt illogical, and current X-Men comics seem to be addressing it: the X-Mansion. While famous as the team’s base and presented as a school founded by the wealthy Xavier family, it’s always been more of a large home. Despite its popularity, the mansion doesn’t quite fit with the X-Men’s purpose and identity.
Surprisingly, the new Anaconda movie shows that silly, studio comedies aren’t completely extinct. These kinds of films have mostly disappeared from cinemas, ending up on streaming services or becoming TV shows. It clearly follows the style of previous movies starring John Cena and Paul Rudd, like Saving Silverman and Role Models, but even that wasn’t enough to get it made – it needed to be presented as a continuation of the Anaconda franchise. It’s a mix of the humor from Tropic Thunder, the thrills of a classic Anaconda movie, and a bit of that viral Raiders of the Lost Ark fan film from years ago. Ultimately, this Anaconda offers a fun, lighthearted escape for audiences looking for holiday entertainment that can be both funny and scary.
Donghua, or Chinese animation, explores many different types of stories. However, action-packed adventures are particularly popular, offering incredible animation and thrilling excitement. These shows aren’t just about fighting; they draw you in with compelling characters and high-stakes conflicts, making you care about what happens and keeping you hooked from beginning to end.
The new Frasier series had some good qualities, but it wasn’t a big hit with viewers and was eventually cancelled. Luckily, the original series is still available on Paramount+, and it truly holds up over time. From heartwarming holiday episodes to classic moments with Frasier, Martin, Daphne, Niles, and Roz, you’re guaranteed a good laugh.
Johan Renck, known for directing the award-winning series Chernobyl, will be directing the Assassin’s Creed series, according to Variety. He received high praise and several awards, including multiple Best Director wins, for his work on Chernobyl.
Modern consoles have significantly improved older games, especially through enhanced graphics. Ubisoft has been a leader in this, releasing performance boosts for several titles since 2020 to take full advantage of newer console capabilities. Their latest free upgrade revives a popular game from nearly a decade ago, making it look and play much better. Currently, these upgrades are available for PlayStation 5 owners, though Xbox players may see them in the future.
Taylor Momsen recently revisited a special moment from her past. She shared a video on Instagram showing her getting back into the original Cindy Lou Who costume she wore in the 2000 film How the Grinch Stole Christmas. The video shows Momsen and a small team carefully working to fit her back into the iconic dress – and surprisingly, it still fits, though it took a little effort!
This movie represents a cyclical moment for Hollywood, constantly revisiting its own past. Director Tom Gormican, who previously explored Hollywood’s self-obsession in The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent, seems content with any story that allows him to do so. While not a direct remake of the 1997 Anaconda, it’s a rather tame satire of the film industry—an industry that wouldn’t even find it strange to remake itself. Despite being funny and unexpectedly charming, the movie ultimately lacks substance, much like the snake it features. Anaconda tries to capture the spirit of Bowfinger for a modern audience, but ends up feeling as bland as the original film it’s inspired by. It’s aimed at viewers who fondly remember classic blockbusters and are annoyed by studio executives exploiting familiar material without understanding it.