Even among demons, spirits, and other magical beings, food remains a powerful way to connect with others. Aoi’s warm personality and talent for cooking not only delight her customers but also help her gain the acceptance of those who initially distrust a human in their world.
Before the New York City premiere of Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, Alex Kurtzman spoke with The Ankler (as reported by TrekMovie) about the future of Star Trek television following the sale of Paramount Global to Skydance Media. Kurtzman indicated that they are developing more Star Trek shows for release after 2027. He confirmed that Starfleet Academy won’t be the last Star Trek series he launches.
Many fans of Stranger Things believe the New Year’s Eve finale wasn’t the true ending of the show. Theories quickly spread on TikTok, YouTube, X, and other platforms under the hashtag #conformitygate, suggesting that most of Season 5 was a fake-out and the real finale is coming out today. These theories point to specific scenes as ‘proof’ of this.
One of the biggest hurdles when creating a historical epic is showing the full breadth of the story it’s based on. Even movies exceeding three hours often have to make tough choices about what details to include. This is a key reason why some of the best historical epics are actually miniseries – the longer format allows for a more complete and detailed narrative.
I can’t believe it, but “Together” is officially number one on Hulu’s Top 10 list today, January 7th! According to FlixPatrol, it’s beating out everything else right now – even shows like “20/20” and “The Kardashians”, plus movies like “Superbad” and the new “Percy Jackson” series. Seriously, it’s ahead of all of them! I’m so glad it’s getting the recognition it deserves.
The film ‘Giant’ chronicles the journey of a young man who rises from humble beginnings as the son of Yemeni shopkeepers in Sheffield to become a boxing champion. However, the story is primarily told through the perspective of his trainer, Brendan Ingle (played by Pierce Brosnan), a local gym owner who mentored him from age seven. Ingle acts as a father figure, especially given the boy’s absent biological father. Written and directed by Rowan Athale, the film explores the racism the young boxer experiences and how Ingle helps him transform that negativity into fuel for success in the ring.
According to reports, fans wagered approximately $6 million on the prediction market app Polymarket, betting that a ninth season of Stranger Things would be made – even though the show’s cast and creators haven’t confirmed it. While most bets were small, even just a few cents, the significant interest shows just how much of a cultural phenomenon the Netflix series has become, and how fans are split on whether they want it to end.
Aiden Turner suggested that his character, Rhys, will become more involved with Kaitlin Olson’s Morgan when High Potential returns after its break for the second half of Season 2, and his return brought a surprising turn of events. Just when it seemed Rhys was innocent, Morgan caught him in the act, but surprisingly didn’t report him. This is perhaps the clearest instance of her breaking the law so far, though she had a good reason. It followed her accidentally exposing a hidden flaw: Morgan isn’t very good at lying.
The official Delicious in Dungeon anime account announced on X (formerly Twitter) that Season 2 is now in production. They asked fans to be patient for more news and also shared some New Year’s advice: eat healthier, improve your daily routine, and get some exercise. They wished everyone a happy new year!
The 1973 crime thriller Serpico features Al Pacino as a determined young New York City police officer who bravely reveals widespread corruption within his department. The film is based on the true story of Frank Serpico and is largely accurate, although some details have been simplified for dramatic effect. Despite these changes, Serpico is still considered by many to be a classic and one of the greatest crime thrillers ever made.