Even though characters in comic books, especially villains, rarely stay dead, many have met truly awful ends. Considering the harm these villains have caused, their grim fates feel justified, proving that everyone eventually faces consequences for their actions.
When a fan asked on Threads if The Brave and the Bold would be released after The Batman Part 3, James Gunn simply replied “Nope.” He didn’t offer any further details about the film’s progress or release timeline.
It’s great to see new stories acknowledge the past, but they shouldn’t rely too heavily on just referencing old favorites without adding anything new. Otherwise, it can feel manipulative, like a cheap trick to appeal to nostalgia. While I’m not sure what the exact reason is for these kinds of references, I can see why people are skeptical when established storylines are revisited. Star Trek has a long history, and changing things can easily backfire. That’s why the choice to revive an idea that was quickly abandoned during The Next Generation feels so unusual, even a little risky.
Right after the news came out about the Demon’s Souls remake developer, a planned post for Marathon appeared on all of PlayStation’s social media accounts.
The studio behind the critically acclaimed Demon’s Souls Remake for PlayStation 5, Bluepoint Games, is closing its doors in March. Sony announced the decision after a recent business review. Around 70 employees will be affected, though the company expressed gratitude for their dedication and skill.
After more than five years, things feel quite different now. We’ve moved past simply pointing out that this console generation is still young or wishing for more exclusive games, particularly from PlayStation, like we did in the past. While last year had a couple of standout hits, 2024 was noticeably lacking in first-party releases, relying mostly on games from other developers. It’s a year many will remember for Sony’s attempt at ongoing, service-based games failing to gain traction.
Good news for comic fans! At the ComicsPRO conference, DC Comics revealed plans for its upcoming “Next Level” initiative, including exciting updates about the “Absolute Universe.” This summer will see the release of new “Absolute” editions like Absolute Green Arrow and Absolute Catwoman, and DC also announced a big crossover event bringing together heroes from across the entire Absolute line. While details are still scarce, DC promises the crossover will happen within just a few months.
A standout episode of Wonder Man, titled “Found Footage,” really sets the show apart from typical Marvel stories. It centers around Simon and Trevor Slattery, who are excited about potentially landing roles in the in-universe Wonder Man movie. Their celebration is interrupted when they’re confronted by drug dealers to whom Trevor owes money. Simon uses his powers to protect Trevor, and they soon discover a young boy named Jayden filmed the entire encounter. This leads to a chaotic chase across California, reminiscent of a classic Quentin Tarantino film.
The Toy Story movies are Pixar’s most enduring series, beginning in 1995. Over the past 31 years, three sequels followed, with a fourth released in theaters on June 19th. As time passes, the actors who voice the characters age, so some recasting has been necessary. After Jim Varney, the original voice of Slinky Dog, passed away in 2000, Blake Clark took over the role in Toy Story 3. Similarly, after Don Rickles’ death in 2017, Toy Story 4 used old recordings to bring Mr. Potato Head to life. Now, even more Toy Story characters are being recast.
Okay, so I was thrilled to see that Richard Linklater’s School of Rock landed on Tubi on February 1st! This 2003 comedy, starring Jack Black, is a classic for a reason. He plays Dewey Finn, a down-on-his-luck guitarist who hilariously cons his way into a substitute teaching gig at a fancy private school. But instead of teaching them academics, he discovers his students have musical talent and secretly trains them to be a rock band, all with the goal of winning a local competition. It’s just a really fun movie, and the supporting cast – including Joan Cusack, Mike White, and Sarah Silverman – is fantastic.