Author: Mary Anne Butler

We really didn’t have ‘demon stone prison shattering’ on our 2022 bingo card. But it probably tracks with the year we’re having, right? Sessho-seki, the “Killing Stone,” which legend claims to be the transformed body of nine-tailed fox demon Tamamo-no-Mae, has split in two. The story of Tamamo-no-Mae and her seduction of Emperor Konoe was adapted in 1968 as anime film “Kyubi no kitsune to Tobimaru.” Those familiar with the stone and it’s location have said it has had small natural cracks forming for several years. But no one was expecting this level of erosion. The rope, which reportedly held…

The Golden Arches is taking a stand, vowing to close more than 850 McDonald’s locations in Russian markets. CEO Chris Kempczinski announced the news in the form of a publicly released company-wide email.This move is due to Russia’s unlawful and unsanctioned invasion of Ukraine.You can read the full statement here, or scroll down to read it in its entirety. Support Ukraine. The conflict in Ukraine and the humanitarian crisis in Europe has caused unspeakable suffering to innocent people. As a System, we join the world in condemning aggression and violence and praying for peace. Our number one priority from the start…

I’ll admit it, at first I didn’t really understand why everyone loved “Ted Lasso.” AppleTV+’s series about an American football coach heading to England to the premiere soccer league seemed…too outlandish. And not in a science-fiction series way, or a breaking the 4th wall in every single scene way. It was TOO positive, too joyful. People like Ted (Jason Sudeikis) just don’t exist in real life.But around episode 3, something clicked. I got it. I understood, and fell in love with the show. Ok, mostly Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein). “Ted Lasso” really is a drop of sunshine in an otherwise…

We are delighted to share the news that Harvey Guillén, best known for his role of Guillermo in “What We Do In The Shadows,” has joined Warner Bros. Pictures’ upcoming live-action super hero film “Blue Beetle!” “Cobra Kai” star Xolo Maridueña has been tapped to play Jaime Reyes, aka Blue Beetle. Bruna Marquezine and Belissa Escobedo have also been confirmed to be joining the cast. Marquezine will play Penny, Jaime’s main squeeze and love interest. Escobedo will play Milagros, Jamie’s younger sister. No word on who Guillén is playing yet. With a script from Gareth Dunnet-Alcocer (“Miss Bala”), Angel Manuel…

Remember a time back in 2014 when Anthony Bourdain not only described Putin, but interviewed Boris Nemtsov?

This just in-it would appear that Amazon Studios is working on developing a “God of War” live-action series! Early reports indicate the project comes from “The Expanse” creators Mark Fergus and Hawk Ostby, as well as and “The Wheel of Time” showrunner Rafe Judkins.So far, Sony Interactive/PlayStation has declined to comment. Nothing from “God of War” game creator Santa Monica Studios, either. The next installment of the game, “God of War: Ragnarok,” is due out sometime later this year after a delay.Here’s hoping Christopher Judge would be in the running to play Kratos! This story is developing…

Current Disney CEO Bob Chapek had very large shoes to fill. When he took over for Bob Iger, there was a sense of foreboding. While not always popular, Iger became a pinnacle of success for the House of Mouse. He presided over the Marvel purchase, the Star Wars purchase, and the opening of various upgrades to the Disney parks world-wide. Under his leadership, the company flourished. But, as he’d always planned to, retirement came in February of 2020. Chapek, who was former head of parks, was not a popular choice for the role. Whereas Iger’s motivation seemed to be furthering…

Before we all get too excited, let’s ask ourselves one big question. How would Robert Pattinson look with red hair? We ask because apparently “The Batman” star would be interested in a role in Denis Villenueve’s upcoming “Dune Part Two.” Sure, there are multiple notable characters in the film to be cast- Emperor Shaddam IV, Count Fenring. But one of the two we’re all waiting for is Baron Harkonnen’s nephew, Feyd Rautha Harkonnen. Played by Sting in David Lynch’s 1984 version of “Dune,” Feyd is written as a young, beautiful devious warrior. He’s the king of the fighting pits on…

It’s been awhile since we’ve heard anything about the upcoming ReedPop Star Wars Celebration event. Happening in Anahem, California this year, the true celebration of all things Star Wars has announced a pretty big update. Originally scheduled for August 27th-30th 2020, the Covid pandemic caused the event to be moved. It is currently scheduled for May 26th-29th, 2022.This morning, Celebration announced that tickets will be going back on sale for the general public later this month, and their long-anticipated mask and vaccination policies for attendees. This will include masks for all attendees, as well as proof of full approved vaccination for…

Fans of The Muppets, that news we’ve been waiting for is here! Disney+ finally heard us, and is bringing an all new series to the streaming service starring our beloved felt friends. Dr. Teeth and The Electric Mayhem, the talented rock band we’ve seen in pretty much every Muppets project, will star. “Muppets Mayhem” was written by Adam F. Goldberg, Bill Barretta, and Jeff Yorkes. The Electric Mayhem Band will be recording their first studio album! Lilly Singh will play Nora, a junior A&R executive who has to try to wrangle the group. As usual, we’ll have Dr. Teeth (Barretta) on…