Author: Mary Anne Butler

Ah yes, awards season. This morning, the Golden Globes announced their 2024 crop of nominees from the best in television and film. Surprising no one, “Barbie” and “Succession” pretty much swept every category they were up for. The billion-dollar Greta Gerwig-helmed film actually tied an old record for the most nominations by a film with 9, which was previously set by Bob Fossé’s “Cabaret” in 1972. The ceremony will take place January 7th, and air on it’s new home, CBS. They still don’t have a host, though. Literally everyone in town has turned the gig down. In anycase, here are the…

Back in 1986, fast food giant McDonald’s introduced a new character to their fans. Cosmc, the alien. While not as popular or enduring as the Hamburglar or Grimace, Cosmc certainly made an impact. Enough so that the chain is giving him his own offshoot restaurant. “What would happen if a McDonald’s character from the 1980s that was part alien, part surfer, part robot — what would happen if this character were to open a restaurant in 2023?” CEO Chris Kempczinski asked. Well, we’re about to find out.McDonald’s opened the first of several planned locations this past weekend in Bolingbrook, IL. The menu…

It’s still technically early December, and that means there still might be time to finish your holiday shopping. Do you have that one friend or loved one who is completely obsessed with A24 projects? We’re pretty sure you do, because it seems like EVERYONE loves A24. If you can’t figure out who that is in your circle, chances are….its YOU. So, we figured a handy gift guide for that person was in order. Good thing A24 has a pretty amazing collection of items available for just such an occasion. “Hereditary” Gingerbread Treehouse Kit Nothing says the holidays quite like gingerbread.…

This just in- According to several reports, cameras will officially start rolling on the 5th and final season of Netflix’s hit series, “Stranger Things.” Some additional sources indicate the main cast is already in Atlanta, possibly doing all the pre-prep work that comes with a show. Costumes, table reads, rehearsals, you know, STUFF. Word came back in February of 2022 that season 5 would the show’s last. Matt and Ross Duffer, aka The Duffer Brothers, who created and showrun the series, addressed the ending themselves in a typed letter. They said they had always planned the arc of the show…

Filmed and directed by Glen Milner, the “Hideo Kojima: Connecting Worlds” documentary film finally has a streaming home. A project that aims to “take you on a journey into the creative mind of the most iconic video game creator in the world.” Widely regarded as the first auteur of video games, this visually captivating documentary gives a rare insight into Hideo Kojima’s creative process as he launches his own independent studio. Featuring contributions from visionary artists such as Guillermo del Toro, Nicholas Winding Refn, Grimes, Dr. George Miller (“Mad Max” franchise), Norman Reedus, Woodkid, Chvrches, and many others, this thoughtful…

Man, Keanu Reeves just can’t catch a break. As reported, one of the nicest guys currently working in Hollywood and beyond, the “John Wick” actor has experienced his fair share of not great experiences. Stalkers, threats, the works- but this time, it was another burglary. Thieves broke into Reeves’ LA home this past week, twice in the same day! According to the LAPD, they were called to the residence around 7pm on December 6th to investigate an attempted break-in. They reportedly didn’t find anyone or anything of note. But then, they were called again around 1am December 7th because a…

A long-gestating lawsuit between Marvel and the estate of legendary artist Steve Ditko has finally settled. While Ditko created many an established character for the comics giant, two characters of note were the focal point of this lawsuit. We’re talking of course about Spider-Man and Doctor Strange. Back in 2021, Marvel was informed about a termination of character (and story) copywrite from the likes of Larry Lieber, as well as the estates of Gene Colan, Steve Ditko, Don Heck, and Don Rico. Considering this was the majority of the main Avengers (characters like Thor, Hulk, Iron Man, Captain America and…

Two action starts, both alike is badassery. Well….personally we think one of them is way more badass than the other, but that’s debatable. We’re talking of course about Daniel Craig, who played James Bond across 5 films as well as Benoit Blanc in 2 films, and the one and only Charlize Theron. She’s won an Oscar, she’s been a spy, an ageless assassin, an evil queen, and of course, Furiosa. The pair are reportedly teaming up for what is being described as a “heist thriller,” which sparked a bidding war amongst studios. Rightly so, really. Sounds like Apple Original Films…

One of the standouts for us during the 2023 Game Awards was Arkane Lyon’s upcoming “Marvel’s Blade.” Are we…maybe getting it before the Marvel Studios’ “Blade?” Possibly? Eric Brooks is the legendary Daywalker, half-man, half-vampire torn between the warm society of the living and the rushing power of the undead. From Bethesda and Arkane Lyon, the studio that brought you Dishonored and “DEATHLOOP”, Marvel’s Blade is a mature, single-player, third-person game set in the heart of Paris, now in development in collaboration with Marvel Games.The MCU film “Blade” currently has a release date of November 7th, 2025.Check out the announcement…

“God of War Ragnarök Valhalla” will be a FREE DLC, coming December 12th 2023!!!We’ve been waiting for this one for SO. LONG. Embark with Kratos to Valhalla on a deeply personal and reflective journey towards a future he never thought possible. Master challenges of mind and body on an unraveling adventure that blends the beloved combat from God of War Ragnarök with brand new elements inspired by the roguelite genre. Developed by Santa Monica Studio for PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 consoles – free to download from PlayStation™Store. God of War Ragnarök base game required (sold separately). Available December 12th, 2023 at…