Movies

As a die-hard movie enthusiast, I had the pleasure of witnessing “The Life of Chuck” hit the silver screen last June, gracing us as one of the initial summer releases in the 2025 cinematic calendar. Despite its origins from the macabre mind of Stephen King, the ‘Master of Horror’, and Mike Flanagan, the genius behind “The Haunting of Hill House” and “Haunting of Bly Manor”, this film veers far from the horror genre.

Last night’s episode of “Criminal Minds: Evolution,” which aired according to the 2025 TV schedule, was a challenging watch, and fans had been preparing themselves for a grim outcome. It appeared that Aisha Tyler’s character, Dr. Tara Lewis, was being led towards tragedy, but the ending of the June 19 episode took viewers by surprise as Tara was shot. This week’s installment of one of Paramount+’s top shows, titled “Tara,” delved into the aftermath, showing Tara in surgery and experiencing hallucinations while she believed she was on the brink of death. As we look towards the future, I’m eager to see what unfolds following Aisha Tyler’s comments about the upcoming storyline.

First Reaction – Armor is a by-the-books action thriller.

Ryan and Daniel Omoto have officially been added to the cast of “Avengers: Doomsday”. Previously, it was known that just 13 actors would be appearing in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe film. Now, with the addition of the brothers, it has been confirmed that “Secret Wars” will initially feature a total of 15 actors.

The long-awaited series titled “Smoke” will be airing in 2025, bringing together Dennis Lehane and Taron Egerton once again. This new drama is inspired by real incidents and follows a firefighter turned arson investigator and a police officer as they team up to catch two arsonists responsible for causing destructive fires. In an unexpected turn of events, the series doesn’t keep viewers guessing about the identities of the arsonists for long, with one character’s true nature significantly altering the narrative. Lehane, the creator of “Smoke,” discusses why these reveals come early in the series and offers insights into what lies ahead.

After the release of ‘No Time to Die’, there has been a flurry of discussions regarding who might assume the legendary role, with Idris Elba often mentioned as a strong contender. However, Henry Cavill and Aaron Taylor-Johnson, both aged 42 and 35 respectively (and Elba is 52), have also been frequently suggested. But it’s rumored that Amazon prefers someone under 30 for the role. So, who could they be eyeing?

The movie showcases a talented ensemble of young actors such as Sophie Wilde (from “Babygirl”), Alexandra Jensen (“Beat”), and Joe Bird (“Rabbit”). They share the screen with established stars like Miranda Otto, known for her roles in “The Lord of the Rings” and “The Thin Red Line”, as well as Zoe Terakes from “The Office”.

Before the fourth season debut of “The Bear” in 2025, it was announced that Ayo Edebiri and Lionel Boyce, who portray Sydney and Marcus, had written an episode titled “Worms.” This episode primarily focuses on Sydney’s storyline. During a conversation with Boyce, I asked him about writing the script for this episode, and he explained how single-focus episodes like this offer viewers a unique perspective to appreciate one of FX and Hulu’s top shows from a fresh angle.

In the past, some Marvel Comics enthusiasts have voiced concerns about Tobey Maguire being cast in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man trilogy, as they felt he was too old for the part when Peter Parker got bitten by a radioactive spider. However, even though Tom Holland appeared to be a more fitting choice for a teenage crime-fighter in later years, Maguire continues to be celebrated as one of the top Spider-Man actors. Moreover, many believe that he wore the most impressive cinematic Spiderman suit ever made.

Johnny Depp’s Captain Jack Sparrow quickly transformed into a cinematic legend, leaving audiences spellbound with a unique performance unlike any we had previously witnessed. However, this wasn’t necessarily a positive reception at the time. In fact, Jerry Bruckheimer, who shared this account with Deadline, admitted that when he first saw Depp’s creation, he doubted Disney would ever approve it. He stated…