Author: Mary Anne Butler

Never did we think PETA would give advice to gamers. Like….seriously? PETA? Telling people what they should and should not be doing while playing “Elden Ring?” Must be one of those final seals shattering or something. Shocking no one, all the things are animal-related.1.) Take your dogs for a lovely walk around the week. 2.) Persuade mercenaries not to exploit horses.3.) Observe wildlife from a safe and respectful distance.4.) Check out an animal sanctuary.5.) Spend a peaceful moment with amazing animals. And then of course there’s a huge red letter urge for folks to go vegan.

Marvel Studios, pinnacle of superhero films, have taken a very public stand. Following a month of discourse around parent company Disney’s political contributions, the entertainment giant has their own statement. Namely, Disney has come under fire for their large financial contributions to lawmakers who wrote, sponsored and support Florida’s nefarious “Don’t Say Gay’ bill, as well as voter suppression laws and other hot topic issues. Disney CEO Bob Chapek has since offered an apology of sorts, but, it hasn’t really helped members of the community who feel unsupported by Disney. Marvel Studios posted a statement on their official social media…

We’re not even a week since Spring Forward and the return of Daylight Savings. Seriously. Most people’s clocks aren’t even adjusted yet, amiright? While a literal war is raging in Ukraine and Covid is still a very real concern, the US Senate just voted unanimously in favor of making Daylight Savings time permanent. Called The Sunshine Protection Act, the proposed law would allow for one final “fall back” time change on November 20th in 2023 before March 2024’s permanent “spring forward.”The bill was sponsored by Floridian Senator Marco Rubio (R). “There’s strong science behind it that is now showing and…

This just in-sounds like “Vampire Diaries” star Paul Wesley will be joining the “Star Trek” universe. Announced just a little while ago, Wesley will be taking on the iconic role of Captain James T. Kirk in “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds” for season 2. The offshoot series stars Anson Mount as Captain Christopher Pike, Rebecca Romjin as Number One, and Ethan Peck as Mr. Spock.“Paul is an accomplished actor, an astonishing presence and a welcome key addition to the show,” said executive producer Alex Kurtzman and showrunners Akiva Goldsman and Henry Alonso Myers in a statement. “Like all of us,…

After almost a full decade of speculation, DreamWorks has indeed confirmed “Puss in Boots 2” is happening. Titled “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish,” a trailer was released earlier this morning. Salma Hayek Pinault returns, as does Antonio Banderas. Harvey Guillén, Florence Pugh, Olivia Colman, Wagner Moura, Ray Winstone, John Mulaney, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Anthony Mendez, and Samson Kayo are also on cast.Check out the official poster and trailer below! “Puss in Boots: The Last Wish” is tentatively scheduled to hit theaters sometime this fall.

Disney+ has FINALLY revealed when “Ms. Marvel” will hit the streaming service. This long-awaited series stars Iman Vellan as Kamala Khan, young superhero fan who eventually gains her own powers. She’s a Muslim American teenager, doing her best to get survive high school. Aramis Knight (“Into the Badlands”), Saagar Shaikh (“Unfair & Ugly”), Rish Shah (“Emmerdale Farm”), Zenobia Shroff (“The Affair”), Mohan Kapur (“Hostages”), Matt Lintz (“The Walking Dead,” “The Alienist”), Yasmeen Fletcher (“Andi Mack”), Laith Nakli (“Ramy”), Azhar Usman (“Patriot”), Travina Springer (“Strange Angel”), and Nimra Bucha (“Churails”) also star.Check out the official poster, and the trailer! Kamala Khan…

At last, the live-action “Halo” series is due out this month. While in development in various ways for over 10 years, Paramount+ eventually became the home for the project. Based on the ever popular game series first created by Bungie (now run by 343 Industries), this is more than just a sci-fi show. It’s hard to really describe what audiences are in for. Without spoilers, the trailers will prepare you. You’ll see human rebels, Spartans, and the Covenant. There are massive guns, explosions galore, and enough intrigue to keep you glued to your seat. A deep, deep mythos is at…

While we anxiously await the premiere of Parmount+’s “Halo” series, how about a new trailer? The first two episodes have screened for press (our review coming later today!), and so far, the buzz is good.Hell, they even did a drone show over the skies of Austin, TX during SXSW! An ambitious high-quality television project, “Halo” will premiere on Paramount+ on March 24th, 2022. Check out the new trailer below.

First things’ first- Dolly Parton, you absolutely deserve to be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The museum and foundation aims to celebration individuals and groups who’s contributions to rock and roll have been monumental. Parton, while not traditionally ‘rock,’ has absolutely furthered the excellence of music, and what it is to be inspirational. This morning, Parton, who was announced as part of the 2022 nominees for the Rock Hall, has bowed out. She posted a statement to her Twitter, saying she feels she “hasn’t earned the right.” We disagree. Completely. The current nominees include Duran Duran, Parton,…

This morning, Paramount Pictures released a ‘final’ trailer for their upcoming “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” film. A new poster was also debuted, and it’ll hit you Sonic fans right in the nostalgic feels. “The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his…