Author: The DHK

Directly out of a page from “The Boys” textbook comes “Gen V,” set at supe school. The new series centers around an ensemble class of up and coming superheroes attending Godolkin University (aka God U). While you can certainly see the familiar DNA of the brilliantly crafted universe of “The Boys” in “Gen V,” the new show it isn’t quite ready to graduate… yet.  Trying to straddle the well woven world of corporate greed established in the main series, along with the angst of young adulthood, sometimes it feels like “Gen V” bites off a little more than it can…

“The Creator” from Gareth Edwards is the exact type of original sci-fi we want to see more of at the box office. It’s set in a not too distant future where the east and west are divided on how to handle artificial intelligence. One has to note the timing of the release couldn’t be more relevant given the ongoing discussions in Hollywood around the very topic. Though the scope of “The Creator” spans much larger than contract negotiations. In the world of “The Creator” western forces, the United States in particular, have taken an aggressively anti-AI stance. They are seeking…

One hundred years of Disney animation is no small feat to celebrate! We had the opportunity to take a sneak peek at the historic 100th anniversary animated short, “Once Upon a Studio” and feature film, “Wish.” Honoring Walt Wishes Disney history is riddled with stars and wishes, so what better motif to rely upon for their momentous one hundredth feature film? Co-directors Chris Buck (“Frozen,” “Frozen 2”) and Fawn Veerasunthorn (Head of Story “Raya and the Last Dragon”) helm this fantastical feature. Walt Disney Animation Studios own Chief Creative Officer, Jennifer Lee, serves as writer and executive producer. It stars…

Wickans rejoice, the world of the High Table is expanding with “The Continental: From the World of John Wick.” The new three part event just premiered its first episode on Peacock and brings big screen action directly to your home. The series explores the origins of young Winston Scott and Charon (played by the legendary Ian McShane and Lance Reddick respectively in the films). Colin Woodell and Ayomide Adegun assume their more youthful mantles for the series.  Joining from the “John Wick” franchise this time around are producers Erica Lee, Basil Iwanyk, sound supervisor Luke Gibleon, production designer Drew Boughton,…

Everyone’s favorite heroes in half shells are back in a new animated feature, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.” From the creative teams behind “The Mitchells vs the Machines,” “Detective Pikachu,” and “Superbad” comes a chaotic and visually stunning film. Seth Rogen serves as producer and co-writer, and you can feel his affection for the franchise in the film. Taking the helm at directing solo for the first time is fellow co-writer Jeff Rowe.  For the first time ever the turtles are voiced by actual teenagers, and they bring a youthful and tumultuous electricity to their roles. In an atypical…

“Impact Winter” took a major bite out of San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC) this year. The convention was quite the changed landscape with the absence of actors and writers due to the SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes. This gave other media the chance to shine, and Audible’s “Impact Winter” did not shy away from the opportunity to draw attention. In addition to creating an interactive listening booth for fans to catch up on season one, and preview the just released Season 2. “Impact Winter” is from creator Travis Beacham (writer of “Pacific Rim” and creator of “Carnival Row”). He and Robert Kirkman…

“The Afterparty”, our favorite genre-hopping show returns for season 2 and makes it a family affair. The Apple TV+ streaming show premiered in 2022 centering around a murder that takes place at a high school reunion. The sophomore season transports us to a wedding turned funeral. We had the chance to sit down with four of the new cast members to discuss murders most foul, alibis, and accomplices. Elizabeth Perkins (“Weeds” “Big”) and Anna Konkle (“Pen15”, The Drop) play Isabel and Hannah Minnows, a mother and adoptive daughter duo. Jack Whitehall (“Jungle Cruise”, “Fresh Meat”) and Paul Walter Hauser (“Black…

Making their way to your ears are Joe Lo Truglio and Beth Dover, who star in season 2 of “The Bystanders” on Apple Podcasts. You may recognize Joe as Charles Boyle on “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” or as a member of The State. Beth is likely most familiar as “Orange Is The New Black” senior MCC VP Linda Ferguson, or as a member of “Another Period.” The two play Dirk Pifler-Hyde and Alicia Hyde, a married couple. Not too much of a stretch of a role for the two as they’ve been married in real life since 2014. We chatted with them…

Everyone has a “coulda been” in their life, and Celine Song’s debut feature “Past Lives” is as thoughtful an exploration on that topic as we’ve seen. The film follows Nora and Hae Sung, two childhood friends growing up in South Korea. Their paths take a major divergence when Nora’s family immigrates to North America. Years later and through the connective power of the internet, they have the opportunity to reunite in person in New York City.  What unfolds is a beautiful and heartrending look at the people who come into our lives. Yet they may not be meant to stay…

We chatted with “What’s Love Got to Do with It?” star Shazad Latif and director Shekhar Kapur about love, transformation, and last minute casting blessings. More about “What’s Love Got to Do with It?”: How do you find lasting love in today’s world? For documentary-maker and dating app addict Zoe (Lily James), swiping right has only delivered an endless stream of Mr Wrongs, to her eccentric mother Cath’s (Emma Thompson) dismay. For Zoe’s childhood friend and neighbour Kaz (Shazad Latif), the answer is to follow his parents’ example and opt for an arranged (or “assisted”) marriage to a bright and…