Amongst the numerous shocking turns in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), certain ones have left a deeper imprint owing to their long-lasting effects. Below, we present our top picks for the most significant plot twists in the annals of the MCU.
Pascal played a significant role in the Netflix series “Narcos,” which ran for three seasons from 2015 to 2017. Set primarily during the 1970s to the 1990s, the show delves into the Colombian drug war, featuring key figures like Pablo Escobar (played by Wagner Moura), law enforcement officials, and DEA agents. Among them was Pascal’s character, Javier Peña, a dedicated DEA agent who worked relentlessly to dismantle Escobar’s operation and the Cali Cartel. Even eight years after “Narcos” Season 3 ended, it remains an impressive series that left a lasting impression on Netflix and Pascal himself.
In the upcoming project, Conan O’Brien will be lending his voice to a lovable electronic toy character named Smarty Pants. Fans got their first glimpse of this cute character courtesy of Destination 23, as shown in the image below (via Boardwalk Times). Although we don’t have any footage of Smarty Pants in action just yet, given Conan O’Brien’s reputation for sarcastic humor, it is safe to assume that Smarty Pants will be delivering plenty of witty remarks.
Del Toro clarified at a press conference for the film during the Venice Film Festival, as reported by Variety, that “the movie is not using symbolism to represent what’s happening.” We are indeed living in times of fear and intimidation. It’s essential more than ever to strive for understanding our shared humanity amidst these polarizing circumstances. The film aims to portray flawed characters, emphasizing the importance of embracing our imperfections and finding a way to connect with one another even under the harshest oppressive conditions.
During the Destination D23 weekend, Pixar provided an update about the release of The Incredibles 3. Unfortunately, the update indicates that the movie won’t be coming out anytime soon, with a tentative release date set for “2028 or later.” This means fans will have to wait at least three years after this announcement, and at least four years since the initial announcement of the film. Given the nature of major animated films, this delay is understandable but still disappointing for eager fans.
The animated series titled “Hotel Inhumans” is adapted from Ao Tajima’s manga series. It focuses on two concierges, Ikuro Hoshi and Sara Haizaki. Ikuro, a relatively new employee, surprisingly excels at his job despite feeling unsuited for it. On the other hand, Sara seems to have been born for this role, utilizing a hidden pocket knife disguised as a hair clip with great cunning. These concierges cater to their unique clientele’s requests, ranging from maintaining cleanliness to fabricating alibis and cleaning up messes. Interestingly, even though the hotel business revolves around death, “Hotel Inhumans” has surprisingly demonstrated thoughtful insights into human nature, offering intricate lessons on empathy and more in each story arc.
Some comics serve as unexpected arenas for delving into the complex truths of our inner lives. Although they may not provide all solutions (for such wisdom is beyond anyone), they initiate significant dialogues worth having. In an art form that once propagated the notion that violence was the solution to problems, this shift is quite substantial.
It’s been buzzed that Tom Holland may be accompanied by Florence Pugh in “Spider-Man: Fresh Start,” revisiting her character, Yelena Belova. Pugh first appeared in 2021’s “Black Widow” as the pseudo-sister of Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson), another Black Widow. Since then, she has joined the ranks of the New Avengers. A theory circulating on platform X proposes that this team might be attempting to recruit Peter Parker for “Fresh Start,” providing an intriguing subplot for the forthcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe’s “Spider-Man” sequel.
Six potential team members, including Doctor Strange, Werewolf by Night, Elsa Bloodstone, Blade (who hasn’t appeared on screen yet), Morbius (from the 2022 movie criticized by many), and Ghost Rider (rumored to join soon), are shown together in a new poster shared on Instagram by Lyle Cruse. This suggests a possible lineup for the Midnight Sons team in the MCU, but there could be more members not included in this particular poster.
Instead of exploring all horror movie killers, our main focus is on the truly iconic ones that have left an enduring impact across multiple films. These are the antagonists who have become well-known and memorable, some even appearing in different forms or having unusual cohorts, like a vengeful family member capable of swimming. However, we deliberately steered clear of common horror tropes such as zombies, vampires, or werewolves. Our interest lies in individual villains rather than general groups.