Author: Amy Davis

One of the most memorable scenes from 2008’s found-footage film “Cloverfield” is the torn-off head of the Statue of Liberty rolling down the streets of New York. Not only was it in the trailers and referenced on the poster, but it also signaled a huge turning point in the plot. Until that scene, the characters and audience just assumed this was some kind of explosion. Once we see that metal head covered in bite marks, followed by a quick glimpse of the monster, the audience knew what they were in for. “Escape From New York” (AVCO Embassy Pictures) In honor…

Canadian printmaker and bookbinder Laur Flom has created a unique way of expressing disapproval for author JK Rowling. Flom rebound books from the “Harry Potter” series to remove her name from the cover, front, and back pages.  The trans artist shared a video to TikTok of a time-lapse of the book re-binding process. “I rebind Harry Potter books without JK Rowling’s name on them because f*ck her,” Flom says in the video. This allows fans of the series to buy copies of the book while not outwardly supporting its outspokenly Trans Exclusionary Radical Feminist (TERF) creator.  https://www.tiktok.com/@sensitivequeer/video/7184535669576944902 During the video,…

Killer doll series “Chucky” will return for a 3rd season! SYFY and USA Network made the announcement during the Television Critics Association’s (TCA) 2023 Winter Press Tour. This isn’t really surprising considering the second season ranked in the top 10 for drama cable in 2022, in the 18-49 demographic. Not to mention overwhelming demand on social media. Apparently fans can’t get enough of this killer doll turned dysfunctional family man. SYFY Created by Don Mancini, the series is based on his popular “Child’s Play” horror franchise.“The cast and crew of Chucky would like to thank fans and critics alike for…

Global brand CASETiFY has announced its fourth custom collection designed in partnership with Disney. The new Disney collection is a throwback to classic styles and characters. A retro Mickey Mouse hangs out with his friends Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Pluto. The new products include Custom Character Cases where fans can choose who best represents them and their uniqueness. There will also be a customizable Mickey & Friends Frame Case which has an open window for fans to add their own photo. But if you can’t decide the window is also backed with an image of Mickey…

Irish dance icon Michael Flatley, creator and star of “Riverdance” and “Lord of the Dance” phenomenons, has reportedly undergone surgery for an “aggressive form of cancer.” His team announced the operation and the cancer via an Instagram post. Flatley has reportedly “undergone surgery and is in the care of an excellent team of doctors,” the post reads. While they will be making no further comment at this time they do ask for prayers and well wishes. Unfortunately, this isn’t Flatley’s first time dealing with this horrific disease. The dancer was previously diagnosed with a malignant melanoma in 2003, which he…

While most of us would remember Frankie Muniz for his time in “Malcolm in the Middle,” he’ll soon have another notable job. Muniz will be living out his childhood dream of becoming a full-time NASCAR racer. He will compete in NASCAR’s ARCA Menards Series, starting February 18th at the Daytona International Speedway. The “Agent Cody Banks” star will race the No. 30 Ford Mustang for Rette Jones Racing. The entire Wilkerson family from “Malcolm In The Middle,” photo courtesy of the Fox Broadcasting Company “It’s with the utmost excitement, optimism and gratitude that I’m joining Rette Jones Racing for the…

Mena Suvari (“Don’t Tell a Soul”), Eddie Griffin (“Scary Movie”), and Logan Riley Bruner (“Stranger Things”) will star in the new zombie horror-comedy “All You Need Is Blood.” Which has recently just finished filming in New Jersey. The film is written and directed by Cooper Roberts.  Eddie Griffin in “Scary Movie” (Dimension Films) “All You Need Is Blood” follows a 16-year-old aspiring director who teams up with their friends to make the movie of a lifetime. When a strange meteor lands in their backyard and turns his deadbeat father into a brain-eating zombie. Talk about shooting what you know! Yale…

Sure, you’ve seen viral dance videos from the New York subway, but what about an actual punk show? On January 6th, San Francisco bands False Flag and Surprise Privilege put on a guerilla-style show on a BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) train. The bands alerted their fans 3 days in advance via an Instagram post. https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm92kyCSbj2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link You’d think organizing a big show in such a unique venue would be a massive undertaking, but set up was surprisingly hassle-free. “We just paid our BART fee and walked on,” Cody, bass player for Surprise Privilege, said. On the big day, they all…

In its almost 46 years of existence, the “Star Wars” universe has produced some…interesting…bits of media and merchandise. But none of the anomalies have captured the public’s interest quite like the “Star Wars Holiday Special.” Feature-length documentary“A Disturbance in the Force” will examine how and why the Holiday Special happened. It will be premiering at the upcoming 2023 South by Southwest (SXSW) film festival. “Star Wars Holiday Special” (CBS) The “Star Wars Holiday Special” was directed by Steve Binder. It takes place between the events of “A New Hope” and “Empire Strikes Back.” The special follows Han Solo as he…

Theatrical powerhouse Sir Patrick Stewart says he is still open to portraying Jean-Luc Picard. This is despite his previously saying he was retiring the character. And also, Paramount+’s “Star Trek: Picard” heading into its 3rd and final season. The show is a follow-up to “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” and various franchise films, where Stewart portrayed the captain of the USS Enterprise.  “Star Trek: Picard” Season 3 (Paramount +) “There is still enormous potential for matters in what we can do and there are doors left open and we didn’t close all of them,” Stewart said during Paramount+’s TCA press…