By the end of Hamnet, I went from being quietly engaged to completely overwhelmed with emotion – I was gasping and crying. The impact of the story suddenly hit me powerfully, and I just let myself feel it. Zhao has created something truly remarkable.
According to Deadline, Zootopia 2 made $10.2 million at the box office during preview showings on Tuesday. This is the second-highest preview gross for a Walt Disney Animation Studios film, following Moana 2 from 2024 ($14.2 million). Importantly, Zootopia 2’s previews earned more than those of three of Disney’s four films that have grossed over $1 billion worldwide (without considering inflation).
After a disastrous mission forced him into hiding, Zion Ladejo, a former Nigerian Special Forces paratrooper, is living a peaceful life in exile. But his quiet existence is shattered when he learns of his sister’s unexpected death, pulling him back to Nigeria – a country now plagued by drugs, corruption, and organized crime. Described by Nollywire as “Nollywood’s most ambitious action film yet,” the movie stars Adoti in a captivating leading role and vividly portrays the dangerous world of Nigerian criminals. Son of the Soil is a fast-paced, intense, and often violent action film, featuring impressive action sequences. It combines the thrilling energy of movies like Blood Diamond and Man on Fire with a gripping revenge story similar to Taken.
Even though South Park recently made a joke about the show losing quality due to its political humor, previews of the next episode seem to be a major departure from everything it’s done before. This makes me a little wary, and I have a couple of ideas about why that might be.
As a film lover, I’ve always been struck by how often childhood shows up in movies, and for good reason. There’s something inherently compelling about seeing kids navigate a world that feels huge and sometimes scary. That vulnerability is perfect for all sorts of stories – you see it in fun, adventurous films like The Goonies, but also in genuinely terrifying horror like the IT films and the Welcome to Derry series. Plus, childhood is often filled with dramatic stuff – whether it’s dealing with bullies, tough family situations, or just the challenges of growing up – which makes for really compelling stories on screen.
The 2014 film Godzilla, directed by Gareth Edwards (known for Rogue One and The Creator), is coming to Netflix on December 1st. While not flawless, the movie showcases Edwards’ impressive skills in visual effects and cinematography. It features a strong cast including Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Elizabeth Olsen, Bryan Cranston, Sally Hawkins, Juliette Binoche, and Ken Watanabe, and was written by Dave Callaham and Max Borenstein. Get ready for Godzilla to unleash chaos and destruction!
I think my parents are to blame for my long-held dislike of parades. We never went to them when I was growing up, and they always seemed to think they were silly. Somewhere along the way, I adopted their negative view and decided that watching parades was just a pointless activity. But I’ve realized now that I was mistaken.
With the upcoming Season 5 being the last of Stranger Things, I recently revisited the earlier seasons. I’d forgotten many details after all this time, and watching again, I was really struck by Noah Schnapp’s powerful and emotional performance as Will, especially in Season 2.
What makes this line so powerful is the contrast it presents. Bonasera firmly believes in the American dream, yet he turns to Don Corleone, a mafia boss, for help. This perfectly captures the central theme of The Godfather – the promise of America alongside its flaws, particularly for those who immigrate here.
The film Shane really defined the Western genre, establishing many of the common storylines and characters we still see today. While it’s a landmark movie, several Westerns since then have built upon its foundations. Some have even equaled or surpassed Shane in terms of quality and impact, taking what it did so well and making it even better.