Recent science fiction films have found success in various ways. Some became popular hits on streaming services, while others were unfairly ignored despite their quality. Many achieved blockbuster status in theaters, and a lot of them creatively combine sci-fi with other genres like horror and action, making them enjoyable for a wide range of viewers.
The new Anaconda movie successfully recreates the thrills of the first film while revitalizing the horror-comedy blend for today’s viewers. It’s not the only monster movie to include humor, using jokes and eccentric characters to lighten the mood. Many similar films either emphasize intense violence or slapstick comedy, creating a fun sub-genre, and the 2025 Anaconda is a great addition that’s sure to entertain and frighten audiences.
In his memoir, If Chins Could Kill, Campbell describes a moment so bizarre it sounds made up. After a particularly intense scene filmed in a graveyard, he was running down a hill when he tripped, badly twisting his ankle. This wasn’t the usual minor injury you get on a movie set; he was in genuine, debilitating pain, as he writes:
Clint Eastwood directed and wrote the screenplay for The Mule, which is based on a real story published in The New York Times about the Sinaloa Cartel and an elderly drug courier. Released in December 2018, the film followed Eastwood and Bradley Cooper’s successful collaboration on American Sniper, which received six Academy Award nominations. The Mule was well-received by critics and earned $174.8 million worldwide on a $50 million budget.
Marvel Studios has chosen new actors to play Tony Stark’s AI assistants when they return in the upcoming series, VisionQuest. This decision, combined with the recent reveal that these characters will appear as physical people, suggests they’ll have more significant parts in the show than previously thought.
The TV show The Office was full of memorable lines. Many were laugh-out-loud funny, but surprisingly, others were deeply moving. The show had a unique ability to create empathy for its characters, which made it stand out from other comedies. Even the most frustrating characters became relatable thanks to their complex personalities and the things they said.
There are many examples in film history of TV shows that didn’t translate well to the big screen. Movies like Sex and the City 2 and The Last Airbender are often listed among the worst ever made, yet they both started as TV series. Other examples include the live-action The Flintstones, Baywatch, Doctor Who, Entourage, and Zoey 102. Whether they continue the original story or reimagine the concept, it’s clear that TV shows don’t always make good movies.
The popular movie Crazy Rich Asians will no longer be available on Netflix after January 1, 2026. Directed by Jon M. Chu, the film was notable for its largely Asian cast and demonstrated that comedies featuring diverse actors can be very successful. The movie stars Michelle Yeoh, Henry Golding, Constance Wu, Gemma Chan, Awkwafina, and Ken Jeong, among others.
Park Chan-wook’s movies are known for being incredibly rich and detailed—full of creative ideas, beautiful imagery, and often a mix of violence and humor. His newest film, No Other Choice, is a complex and somber exploration of modern society, focusing on themes like wealth inequality, what it means to be a man, family relationships, and how these forces shape our identities.
You know, even after 25 years, Eyes Wide Shut still gets under my skin. It’s holding strong with a 76% on Rotten Tomatoes, and honestly, it feels more relevant now than ever. It’s not just a movie about a couple struggling, it’s genuinely creepy – a horror film about the hidden barriers between the powerful and the rest of us. And what’s really brilliant is how Kubrick sets this whole unsettling story against the backdrop of Christmas – all those bright lights and parties just make the darkness feel even more disturbing. It’s a secret Christmas masterpiece, truly.