Experiencing Jon M. Chu’s adaptation of the Broadway legend was bound to be something extraordinary; however, I never imagined he would liken it to Roland Emmerich’s Independence Day, and yet it seems fitting. As Mr. Bailey shares these anecdotes in a GQ profile, one can agree or disagree with his assessment.
As a movie buff eagerly anticipating my next adventure at Disney’s land, I must admit, the most glaring absence that left me somewhat disappointed was the much-hyped All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs). These were initially marketed as the crown jewel of the attraction, promising an exhilarating rally race experience. The ATV ride was prominently showcased in the August 2024 announcement and even had behind-the-scenes test footage shared by Disney to build excitement. However, upon my visit, I found that these thrilling ATVs were nowhere to be seen.
For over several decades, the Alien franchise has been a leading force in horror movies. Now, it’s making its small screen debut as a new series titled Alien: Earth, set to air on Hulu this summer. Essentially, the story revolves around the terrifying creatures from the Alien films unleashed on our very own planet.
The movie “Karate Kid: Legends” made $20.3 million during its opening weekend, which might not have been as much as expected, but it wouldn’t have happened without the TV show Cobra Kai on Netflix. This series brought Daniel and Johnny Lawrence (played by William Zabka) back together as rivals, keeping their stories going, and most importantly, renewing interest in the martial arts franchise. The expansion of the universe is thrilling, but “Karate Kid: Legends” has presented something that makes the future a bit tricky.
Among Yen’s classic kung fu films from the past and modern action blockbusters, this Hong Kong actor has consistently provided breathtaking fight sequences and captivating performances in timeless masterpieces and cult favorites. Given the numerous series he’s associated with, it’s understandable that some are superior to others. Nevertheless, the top-tier Yen franchises rank among his finest work.
In 2019, we saw the release of John Wick: Chapter 3 , and subsequently John Wick: Chapter 4 hit the screens in 2023. However, Ballerina has taken its time, spending years in post-production. It’s now set to premiere this coming summer, marking a gap of nearly three years since filming began and over two years after co-star Lance Reddick’s unfortunate passing.