Author: Mary Anne Butler

The happiest place on earth is getting more and more exclusive. After an almost year-long shutdown during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, desire to visit the House of Mouse is still at an all-time high. If you’ll recall, during the park’s shutdown, it was announced that the Annual Pass, a membership tier that would allow guests to access the park pretty much whenever they wanted (depending on their level of pass), was being cancelled. This was met with trepidation from passholders and Disney enthusiasts. What would replace it? Would it be better? Would it be worse?Earlier this year,…

In a great bit of news for fans of the classic Hammer Horror films, a full restoration is coming! And not only that, but new films and projects of existing and new IP are in the works as well. Network Distributing from the UK has officially partnered with Hammer to create Hammer Studios Ltd., which will manage the brand.Tim Beddows and Jonathan Lack of Network Distributing will lead the new company along with Hammer CEO Simon Oakes. Beddows said: “This partnership is a really exciting opportunity to merge Hammer’s amazing library with Network’s infrastructure. Whilst we work our way through…

Earlier today, NBC’s Peacock streaming service released the first teaser for their upcoming reimagined take on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” Coming at the premise from a slightly more serious angle than the original Will Smith sitcom, “Bel-Air” looks pretty interesting so far.Staring Jabari Banks as Will, the cast also includes Cassandra Freeman as Aunt Viv/Vivian Banks, Olly Sholotan as Carlton Banks (no word on if he’ll dance), Coco Jones as Hilary Banks, Akira Akbar as Ashley Banks, Jimmy Akingbola as Banks’ family butler Geoffrey, Jordan L. Jones as DJ “Jazz” Jeff, and Simone Joy Jones as Lisa. Peacock describes the…

We were delighted to watch Simu Liu host the most recent episode of “Saturday Night Live.” The “Shang-Chi” star had some good zingers in his opening monolog, and fit right in with the cast. Seriously, the episode is worth a watch.But, what we wanted to highlight was this Target Thanksgiving ad sketch, which pretty accurately describes both the retail giant’s ads, and what a Turkey Day celebration may be like this year. Catch up on classic and new “SNL” episodes on either Hulu or NBC’s streaming service Peacock. “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings” is available to steam…

If you were wondering when the hell that “Jurassic World Dominion” prologue shown with “Fast 9” was ever going to release, we have an answer. Today, apparently. Universal Studios released the almost 6-minute long segment this morning. We just wanna take a minute to appreciate this amazing “Jurassic Park” design that took the place of the iconic Universal Earth logo. That’s some good work there. This original 5 min prologue to “Jurassic World Dominion,” directed by Colin Trevorrow, rockets audiences back 65 million years into the past to experience the world before humans existed—and offers a glimpse of a world…

When Warner Bros. Pictures first announced their animated arm (WB Animation) was tackling another beloved chapter from DC Comics, we were intrigued. The Super Pets, animals exhibiting metahuman (and more) abilities, have been around in the funny papers for decades. Think of Krypto, Superman’s faithful doggo, and you’ll get the idea.The first trailer for the project arrived this morning, and features John Krasinski as Superman, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as Krypto. Keanu Reeves, Diego Luna, Natasha Lyonne, Kate McKinnon, and Vanessa Bayer are also voicing characters. We do know that Kevin Hart will be playing Ace the Bat-Hound, and that Marc Maron will be voicing Lex…

This Droughtlander has been the worst, right? So, we’re happy to share the official season 6 premiere date for “Outlander!” It’s also worth noting that “Go and Tell the Bees That I am Gone,” author Diana Gabaldon’s 9th novel in the book series, is due out TOMORROW. You can pick up a copy on Amazon here.We knew season 6 would be premiering at some point in the early months of 2022, but this is obviously great news. Last we heard, the Christies had all been cast, and we even got a teaser during NYCC. You can catch up on “Outlander”…

As you’ll no doubt know, “Dune” was one of our most anticipated films of this year. We were delighted that it hit almost all the notes we needed it to. We were overjoyed with the world-building and production design. And, of course, thrilled to see Part Two get greenlit. But, if you weren’t aware, “Dune” (2021) is leaving HBO Max today. David Lynch’s will still be there, but, if you want to see Timotheé Chalamet and co from the comfort of your own home, today will be the last day. Well, until December 3rd, when it’ll be available for early…

If you missed out on getting an ECTO-1 popcorn bucket at AMC Theatres when you saw “Ghostbusters: Afterlife,” we’ve got some good news for you! The movie theater chain is now offering the item via their online store, as well as other merchandise. When the item was announced this morning around 10am (PST), the online store immediately crashed. But, the virtual waiting queue seems to be working. Average wait times are about 2-5 minutes.The bucket features functioning alarm lights, and holds upwards of 130 oz. of popcorn! It retails for $34.99, and can be purchased here. Other items include t-shirts,…

I just want to start by saying if you’re really into either Riot Games’ League of Legends, or Netflix’s animated series “Arcane,” you HAVE to go visit Secret Cinema’s fully-immersive event in Los Angeles. When I say fully-immersive, I mean pretty darn fully. You’ll be able to visit and become a citizen of Piltover and Zaun!Working knowledge of this world isn’t strictly required, but it does certainly help. Once you purchase tickets for this special experience (two different price tiers of General Admission and Premiere), you’ll be required to set up an online profile via The Undercity. There is a…