The 2021 Mortal Kombat reboot didn’t have a traditional theatrical run. Warner Bros. released it in theaters and on HBO Max at the same time due to the pandemic. While this limited its box office potential, it became Warner Bros.’s most popular streaming release of 2021.
Honestly, a game from Double Fine that’s all about pottery – like in Kiln – feels totally right for them! Kiln is really enjoyable, but I found myself wishing there was a bit more to it. It’s brilliant for a quick get-together with friends, but the fun doesn’t really last for hours and hours.
Alexi Hawley is developing another spin-off of The Rookie, this time focusing on Jay Ellis’ character, Alex Holland, as he navigates a challenging midlife crisis and seeks a new direction in life. The idea is similar to Nathan Fillion’s journey as John Nolan in the original series – Alex will become the youngest rookie at the Pierce County Police Department in the Pacific Northwest. ABC has been considering The Rookie: North for weeks, but their silence, combined with a recent decision, is now casting doubt on whether the show will be picked up.
The latest trailer for the new Minions movie opens with a playful look at the characters becoming Hollywood stars, instantly changing the world of film. We see the Minions walking the red carpet and comically falling into fresh cement. The trailer then reveals a mysterious side to the little helpers, showcasing a classic black-and-white scene inspired by old detective movies. Throughout the trailer, the Minions try out various jobs before ultimately deciding to create their own monster movie.
James Nelson Joyce (known for This City is Ours and A Thousand Blows) plays Alves Reis, a determined and resourceful man who overcomes obstacles to succeed. Despite facing rejection and being underestimated, Reis is driven to provide a better life for his wife, Maria (Emily Fairn, known for House of Guinness and The Responder), and their family. Through clever schemes and hard work, he rises from humble beginnings, eventually reaching the highest levels of Portugal’s banking system – all based on a daring deception that would become one of history’s most remarkable scams.
Set between Bilbo Baggins’ 111th birthday in the year 3001 and the start of Frodo’s journey in 3018, The Hunt for Gollum takes place during a busy 17-year period in Middle-earth. As detailed in the appendices of The Lord of the Rings and books like Unfinished Tales, a lot happened during those years besides the search for Gollum, offering the filmmakers opportunities to expand the story while staying true to Tolkien’s original writings.
What seems like straightforward dialogue, a consistent sequence of events, or even a character thinking aloud is frequently an unreliable account. People often change or reshape their memories and stories to shield themselves or to find meaning in confusing situations. Because of this, shows like Serial Experiments Lain and Paranoia Agent require viewers to actively engage with the story, paying close attention to inconsistencies and questioning everything they see.
After Lost ended, lots of new shows tried to recreate its unique blend of mystery and suspense. While many attempted to fill the gap, only a handful, such as From on MGM+, have truly succeeded in creating that same captivating sense of being lost in a puzzle that’s much larger than the people caught within it.
He quickly became a popular character after joining the show. While his backstory touched on serious issues like PTSD, the show always kept his portrayal lighthearted. This was achieved through his humorous and often absurd lines, and by presenting his complicated relationship with Homelander – whom he saw as a father figure – as a running joke.
The film is directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, known for their documentaries “Shut Up and Play the Hits” and “Meet Me in the Bathroom.” The script was written by Steven Knight, the creator of “Peaky Blinders” and a writer for the latest James Bond films.