Author: Mary Anne Butler

Perhaps the greatest film ever told about rock n roll is getting an official sequel. We’re talking of course about the 1984 rockumentary about Britain’s loudest band, Spinal Tap. From director Marty DiBergi (Rob Reiner), the classic spoof-but-with-actual-music tells the tale of David St. Hubbins (Michael McKean), Nigel Tuffnel (Christopher Guest), Derek Smalls (Harry Shearer), and a rotating cast of drummers who meet untimely ends.Guest stars include a very young (now SAG-AFTRA President) Fran Drechser, Paul Shaffer, Angelia Houston, Billy Crystal, Ed Begly Jr., and the late Fred Willard. In May of 2022, an honest-to-goodness sequel was announced, with the…

This just in-Noah Hawley’s upcoming “Alien” series for FX just got a pretty serious casting edition. Timothy Olyphant, who we love most for his time in “Deadwood” and obviously “Justified,” has reportedly joined the show. We’re not sure who he’ll be playing yet- terrestrial Colonial Marine, representative of ‘The Company,’ maybe even a synth! UPDATE- Some outlets *are* saying Olyphant will play an android character named Kirsh.He joins already confirmed cast members Alex Lawther (“The End of the F*cking World“) , Samuel Blenkin (“Black Mirror“), Essie Davis (“The Babadook,” “Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries)”,  Adarsh Gourav (“The White Tiger“), and Sydney Chandler.This story is developing…

Mason Alexander Park, who played Desire in season 1 of Netflix’s “The Sandman,” has some pretty great news for fans! As we know, the show, based on the graphic novel by Neil Gaiman, was late in getting the renewal, despite overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics and fans alike. It spent weeks in the top 10 for the streaming service, and it really seemed like a no-brainer for additional seasons. It took until November last year for Netflix to officially announce a season 2 pickup. But, its been a while since we’ve heard anything concrete about the show, despite Gaiman’s near…

The Coen Brothers’ single-handedly made the White Russian adult beverage mainstream with their iconic 1998 film, “The Big Lebowski.” Bathrobes, bowling, rugs really tying the room together- these things and more became cultural touchstones for fans of the film. If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of the flick, your chance is coming next month. To celebrate the 25 anniversary, a special auction event featuring over 250 items from storyboards, costumes, and more, all celebrating “The Big Lebowski” is coming to Julien’s Auctions in Hollywood, CA. A portion of the proceeds from each lot will go to Share Our Strength’s…

Highly anticipated animated comedy “Hazbin Hotel” has an official premiere date! Vivienne Medrano created the original YouTube series, and this version is produced by A24, and Bento Box Entertainment.The series blends adult humor, unforgettable characters, and catchy musical numbers creating a wholly original and unique world. “Hazbin Hotel” follows Charlie, the princess of Hell, as she pursues her seemingly impossible goal of rehabilitating demons to peacefully reduce overpopulation in her kingdom. After a yearly extermination imposed by angels, she opens a hotel in the hopes that patrons will be “checking out” into Heaven. While most of Hell mocks her goal,…

Raise your hand if you forgot Karl Urban is FINALLY playing Johnny Cage, because we sure did! The “Judge Dredd” star posted an update from the set of “Mortal Kombat 2,” featuring several of his co-stars hanging out. News of Urban’s inclusion in the film came back in June of this year, from project producer Todd Garner. The update from Urban today is that production is moving right along, with filming continuing. It’s interesting to note we don’t get to SEE him in the photo, which could possibly be to hide his hair/costume. Mechad Brooks (“Supergirl”) plays Jax Briggs, Damon…

Once in a generation it happens. Some enterprising soul hellbent on chaos decides to strip off all their clothing and streak at the Happiest Place on Earth. According to at least one X (formerly Twitter) user, this streaker shut down Its A Small World at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA. Further down in the thread, Ashley Esqueda posted video from inside the ride, which had unfortunately stopped, meaning everyone on boats were stuck in the never-ending hellscape that is Small World. Also, Esqueda says the man in question “jumped into the water.” UPDATE There is video of the man, who has…

Before we get into too many details, we want to start by saying maybe Oscar-winning filmmaker Emerald Fennel should read some more Chuck Tingle books. BECAUSE, and we’re not making this up- she reportedly wants to “get in on the dinosaurs,” and make something akin to an “erotic” “Jurassic Park.” Now, this could be…fine? At the very least, it’d be more interesting than the latest outings of “Jurassic World.” Considering Fennel’s body of work, including “Promising Young Woman,” and the currently-out-in-theaters “Saltburn.” It’s clear she has stories to tell. But…with dinosaurs? “My favorite film of all time is ‘Jurassic Park,’ so I would…

One of the more anticipated sequels currently in the works is Tim Burton’s long-gestating “Beetlejuice 2.” The film will see the return of pretty much the entire original cast (minus those who are no longer with us). Even composer Danny Elfman and costume designer Colleen Atwood are back, too! But of course new faces are joining the fun as well, including “Wednesday” star Jenna Ortega, Monica Bellucci, Justin Theroux, and the one and only Willem Dafoe. We know a few things about the characters. Ortega will play Astrid Deetz, daughter of Lydia Deetz (Winona Ryder). Bellucci is rumored to play the…

Once a Power Ranger, always a Power Ranger. We’re not sure if that’s a thing, but it should be. Especially in the case of one Amy Jo Johnson, who played original Pink Ranger Kimberly Hart. Johnson, actress, director, and now comic book writer, has taken it upon herself to continue the story of the “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers” in a very special release from BOOM! Direct. The four-issue event “Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Return” was co-written by Johnson with Matt Hotson, and art and character design by Nico Leon.  It tells the tale of an alternate history for the…