The most disappointing mecha anime often suffer from weak writing, and this is largely because the genre is so focused on technical details. When these details aren’t explained well, or the plot doesn’t make sense, the anime can become confusing and feel unfinished, or even just plain bad. Even some of the most popular mecha series have fallen into this trap, with certain installments being widely considered a low point for the franchise.
Many fantastic fantasy stories are still waiting to be made into movies. The growing ‘romantasy’ genre offers a lot of potential for exciting films, and well-known authors like Brandon Sanderson have major books that haven’t been adapted yet. While many of these stories are now being developed as TV series instead of films, we’ve already seen some great fantasy adaptations succeed on the big screen.
The new movie Predator: Badlands takes place on a faraway planet, offering a fresh setting and detailed world. However, eagle-eyed viewers, especially fans of the Lord of the Rings franchise, might notice a familiar landscape – a specific mountain range that feels strikingly similar to those seen in the beloved films. Let’s explore where Predator: Badlands was actually filmed.
Ryan Reynolds isn’t revisiting Clint Eastwood’s films Every Which Way But Loose or Any Which Way You Can as previously thought. Instead, he’s focusing on a remake of Eastwood’s 1974 movie Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, which also starred Jeff Bridges. Reynolds’ production company, Maximum Effort, is partnering with Amazon-MGM for the project. Reynolds is writing the script alongside Enzo Mileti and Scott Wilson (known for their work on Fargo) and is also considering starring in the film. This remake will be the first feature film directed by Shane Reid, the editor of Deadpool & Wolverine.
Director Chuck Russell, known for reviving the Nightmare on Elm Street series with his darkly humorous approach and for his underrated remake of The Blob (a film worth checking out!), took a sharp turn with The Mask. Moving away from horror, the film felt like a live-action Tex Avery cartoon, bursting with surreal visuals, slapstick comedy, and unexpected musical numbers.
Mackey is currently acting in Ella McCay, a funny and dramatic political film directed by James L. Brooks. She appears alongside well-known actors like Jamie Lee Curtis and Woody Harrelson, as well as Spike Fearn, Ayo Edebiri, Rebecca Hall, and Julie Kavner, who also worked on The Simpsons with Brooks. During an interview with Joe Deckelmeier about the movie, she was also asked about a possible project related to Narnia. Here’s what she said:
The series centers on Dawson Leery (James Van Der Beek) as he grows up, alongside his friends Joey Potter (Katie Holmes), Pacey Witter (Joshua Jackson), and Jen Lindley (Michelle Williams). The show follows them through high school and college, with a major focus on the complicated romantic relationships between Dawson, Joey, and Pacey.
Over the years, the story of Oz has been retold many times in movies and shows, using everything from actors and animation to puppets. Some versions closely follow the original book, while others offer fresh takes on the classic tale. Many films explore what happened to Dorothy after her first trip to Oz, often inspired by the numerous sequel books. And some movies even imagine what Oz was like before Dorothy arrived.
Just days before losing at the 2025 Oscars, he won the award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role at the SAG Awards for his portrayal of Bob Dylan in the film A Complete Unknown.
The search for the next James Bond is still on, and while the possibilities are thrilling, we don’t yet know who will take on the role. Leading this famous movie series forward will be a challenge, and many actors – both famous and up-and-coming – are being considered. So, according to betting odds, who’s the frontrunner to become the next 007?