Author: Mary Anne Butler

We know what you’re thinking. How in the hell is this just NOW being reported on? Well, considering how many actors and actresses were “almost” cast in some of the most now-iconic roles in science fiction movie history, it shouldn’t be surprising we’re still hearing about the alternates. We all know about Terri Nunn, frontwoman of band Berlin, being the runner up for the part of Princess Leia Organa. (Which of course eventually went to Hollywood royalty Carrie Fisher.) But what about other names for the role? Say….Oscar winner Jodie Foster? Before we get into the story, let’s keep in…

Perhaps you’ll recall a time when Richard Simmons was all over the airwaves. The energetic fitness enthusiast had one goal- to get Americans off their butts and into loving themselves. Yes, Simmons had a lot of ups and downs in his life and career, but he was, for the most part, a symbol of positivity. Comedian Pauly Shore said in NUMEROUS interviews across 2023 that he really, really wanted to play Simmons in a project. He pitched it up and down Los Angeles, and apparently, someone finally took him up on the idea. A teaser has been released for a…

Fans of the world of Arrakis may want to clear their calendars for a particular experience. Legendary is once again bringing a short preview (we say short, but we don’t know exactly how long) of “Dune Part Two” to IMAX theaters weeks before the film actually releases. What this ACTUALLY is a theatrical re-release of Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune,” but with some extra goodies.On January 24th at 7pm at select locations, you’ll be able to see some select scenes from sequel. You can find the listing of theaters and book your tickets via the official Dune Movie website here.”Dune Part Two”…

We kinda wonder how well 2-time Emmy winner Jennifer Coolidge can handle a pick axe. This is kind of an important question, as it may figure into her next big project. “The White Lotus” star has reportedly joined the Jason Momoa-led “Minecraft” film! Fellow stars on the flick include Jack Black, Emma Myers, Danielle Brooks, and Sebastian Eugene Hansen. Jared Hess is directing, and filming is currently underway in New Zealand. Legendary has yet to issue a release date, but, we have to assume sometime in late 2025/early 2026 is likely. We’ll let you know what we hear about this…

Artist and animator Patrick Schoenmaker did something wonderful. Back in 2016, he uploaded an incredible video of something we’d love to see get made. An animated version of an “Indiana Jones” adventure! Remember how excited we were to tell you the entirety of “The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones” series was added to Disney+? Imagine that, but, entirely animated, with aspects of the 5 feature films as well. “Indiana Jones must have been my first true movie hero ever since I watched Raiders of the Lost Ark on a VCR way back when. Yes, some other heroes came and went,…

We were hoping against hope that the upcoming “Madame Web” movie was going to be good. Or at the very least, watchable. Every time we see ‘official’ artwork from the film, we have to reset our expectations. The first look at star Dakota Johnson suited up came from a bottle of OceanSpray cranberry juice, and it….looks bad. The color and design is interesting, right? It’s fine, right? And yes, obviously this is just packaging and not how she’ll actually look on screen, right? We hate to say the official poster looks like someone’s bad photoshop project, but, that’s exactly how…

We have to take a minute to appreciate the varied projects Adam Sandler has been doing the last few years. He’s really come a long way from his days on “Saturday Night Live,” and continues to subvert expectations of his abilities in drama. This next film we’ll be seeing him is another departure, this time, to outer space. “Spaceman” is directed by Johan Renck, who’s work on such series as “The Walking Dead,” “Breaking Bad,” and “Chernobyl” absolutely tell you what kind of project this is going to be. It’s based on the novel based on the novel “Spaceman of…

Guests at theme parks have been getting worse and worse behavior-wise. It seems like once a week, there’s a story of someone behaving badly at the happiest place on earth. Remember that dude from last year who literally stripped naked and went walking through It’s A Small World at Disneyland? Or the various fist fights that seem to break out in Toon Town for no reason?Well, make way for the shortest offender (so far)- The Kid Who Punched a Stormtrooper while at Florida’s Walt Disney World. And not only did this….kid….shove a Stormtrooper, he goes BACK IN for the punch.…

Anytime Guy Ritchie has a new project, we’re excited. His style and presentation is always slick and visually interesting (despite how we feel about “Aladdin” that is). The next thing he’s got for us is a series adaptation of his 2019 film, “The Gentlemen.” And thanks to streamer home Netflix, we’ve got our first look at what it’s gonna be like. Theo James (“The White Lotus”) stars as Eddie Horniman, The Duke of Halstead, who finds himself embroiled in criminality after inheriting his father’s estate. Kaya Scodelario plays Susie Glass, Bobby’s effortlessly stylish and steely daughter who runs the day-to-day…

SHAI HULUD! To celebrate the 40th anniversary of David Lynch’s BRILLIANT 1984 “Dune,” we’re getting a theatrical re-release! We are so very excited to get to experience this in theaters right before “Dune Part Two” from Denis Villeneuve hits in March. You’ll have two different days to catch this incredible film thanks to Fathom Events. From the run time listed, this is not the longer cut of the film. Clocking in at 2 hours 17 minutes, be prepared to experience Lynch’s vision of Frank Herbert’s seminal work of science fiction. As described by Fathom Events: The long-awaited film version of…