Movies

I’m so excited to see Sam Wilson really step into his own as Captain America! He carried Captain America: Brave New World – his first time leading a solo Marvel movie – and he’s confirmed to be in both upcoming Avengers films, Doomsday and Secret Wars. But for a while, some fans have questioned if he truly earned the shield. Luckily, the MCU seems to be tackling that head-on with the first movie coming out in 2026 – I can’t wait to see how it plays out!

As a critic, I’ve always appreciated the Backyard Sports games – they’re fantastic for getting younger players into sports. But beyond that, they have this really charming, *Peanutsesque vibe that just makes you smile. Honestly, it feels like perfect material for an animated special, and I’m excited to see if it can blossom into something truly great. It’s got a lot of potential!

I remember when Phase Four was just starting – things felt so promising! From Black Panther: Wakanda Forever all the way through Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, everything seemed to be building towards one big bad guy, and it wasn’t who everyone expected. They were really setting up Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors) to be the next Thanos, the main villain driving all the chaos across the multiverse. It felt like he was going to be the ultimate threat for the MCU.

Beyond the United States, A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a huge hit on HBO Max, appearing at the top of the streaming charts in 65 other countries. It’s usually the number one show, and even where it doesn’t claim the top spot, it consistently ranks within the top three – with one exception being North Macedonia.

After sharing the screen with Catherine O’Hara in two Home Alone films, Macaulay Culkin’s recent post understandably centered on their characters’ connection. He shared photos of them together from Home Alone and from the ceremony where he received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and wrote:

Released on Apple TV on July 10, 2020, Greyhound has remained a top 10 film for over 600 days. Originally intended for movie theaters, it premiered directly on the streaming service due to the pandemic and has become incredibly popular. Viewers praise its fast-paced action, suspense, and realistic depictions of naval warfare. The movie maintains a relentless intensity, putting you right in the thick of the battle alongside the sailors.

I just finished watching The Invite, and what struck me most was how brilliantly it captures the uncomfortable dance we all do in social situations – that gap between what people say and what they really mean. If you’re someone who cringes at second-hand embarrassment, be warned: this movie pushes those boundaries! The four leads deliver fantastic performances, and director Wilde, along with the stunning cinematography, creates something truly special. It feels like a cohesive, well-crafted film, even though the deeper themes sometimes clash a bit with the very grounded, realistic story being told.

Despite a low-key release, Markiplier’s first feature film, Iron Lung, is getting a lot of positive attention. Currently, it has a 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes based on over 250 reviews. Critics are also responding well, with four out of five published reviews being positive. The film is being praised for its immersive atmosphere, impressive technical aspects, and strong performances, with many calling it ambitious, original, and surprising. Some viewers even believe it’s better than other recent horror movies and are encouraging others to give it a chance.

Kindt described the inspiration behind the series, explaining he wanted to explore a story about the world’s strongest hero being driven mad by constantly hearing the pleas for help around him. This hero eventually loses his powers and finds happiness as an ordinary person. The story then focuses on the difficult choice he faces: sacrifice his well-being to continue saving the world, or prioritize his own peace and live a normal life. Kindt feels this is a powerful dilemma with no easy answer, and he created the series to explore it.

Safin infected Bond’s loved ones, Madeleine and Mathilde Swann, with a technologically advanced virus called Heracles. This virus was designed to target specific people, meaning Bond couldn’t be near them without putting their lives in danger. He decided to stay at Safin’s base as it was destroyed, guaranteeing the virus couldn’t spread further. His death was clearly shown, within the limits of a PG-13 rating, and now the future of the Bond series is uncertain.