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Shangri-La Frontier may be a power fantasy isekai anime, but unlike some other popular series this season, it doesn’t sideline its side characters. Sunraku (Rakuro Hizutome) may be eager to take on every monster himself, but he remains a loyal friend to his clanmates. Wolfgang consists of skilled players who support each other both in-game and in real life. Though Sunraku, Oikatzo (Kei Uomi), and Arthur Pencilgon (Towa Amane) only officially formed a clan after defeating Wethermon, their friendship runs much deeper. So, when Oikatzo needs help for a real-life gaming tournament, it’s no surprise that he turns to them.

Wolfgang is an ambitious group, but they haven’t had many opportunities to work together yet. Since Shangri-La Frontier follows Sunraku’s perspective, the audience only knows what he does. During the Wethermon fight, he trusted Pencilgon and Oikatzo completely — despite having no idea what they were doing...

Disney animated movies have covered a lot of genres to deliver to and impress a wide range of audiences. They included deep emotions, as well as hilarious scenes, to keep plots unpredictable and captivating at all times. Action has also been an important part of many of Disney's movies.

Action scenes are regularly able to elevate a film's excitement, especially when it comes to good vs evil. With fights or battles, a lot can hang in the balance. Although such scenes can often come at the end of a movie, there are some that are sprinkled throughout movies, making them a little more action-packed than other Disney animations.

1973 Had a New Take on Robin Hood

Robin Hood (1973)

Robin Hood is a 1973 animated film produced by Walt Disney Productions. The story follows Robin Hood, a cunning fox, and his loyal companion, Little John, as they outsmart the corrupt Prince John and...

For over 30 years, Hollywood leading man Brad Pitt has been dazzling audiences all across the world with his engaging and eclectic performances, starring in a slew of unforgettable hits like Seven, Fight Club, Inglourious Basterds, and World War Z (among countless others). There is no project or character that has proven too intimidating for the seasoned star, and in 2004, he further ventured out and tackled the historical war genre when he appeared as Achilles in the Iliad-inspired epic Troy.

Pitt appeared alongside a large ensemble cast, including Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom, and Diane Kruger, in the blockbuster hit, yet much like the great Greek warrior he portrayed in the film, the Academy Award-winning actor faced his own unique set of trials and tribulations. During production of the engrossing epic, Pitt ironically suffered a painful injury to his Achilles tendon that set filming back several weeks. Yet, the unfortunate hiccup did not hinder the final product,...

Welcome to this week’s review of Nxt, right here on Nerdly. Let’s get straight into it and see what went down in this episode…

Match #1: The Fatal Influence def. Jakara Jackson & Lash Legend The following is courtesy of wwe.com:

Fallon Henley & Jacy Jayne’s reign of terror in Nxt continues as they defeated The Meta-Four’s Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson in tag team action. Legend and Jackson were in full control, but Henley showed incredible perseverance by continuing to battle after suffering an injury, earning respect from the Nxt Universe. The numbers game doomed Meta-Four as Jazmyn Nyx’s distraction allowed Jayne and Henley to regain control as they hit a Shining Wizard/Running Knee Strike combo to win the match.

My Score: 2.5 out of 5 Match #2: Karmen Petrovic def. Izzi Dame The following is courtesy of wwe.com:

Karmen Petrovic got her payback against...

The fantasy genre has long captivated audiences with its imaginative worlds, magical creatures, and epic tales of heroism. From timeless classics like The Princess Bride to modern masterpieces like Harry Potter, fantasy films transport viewers to realms where the impossible becomes possible, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. These movies can ignite the imagination, allowing audiences to escape into worlds filled with wonder, adventure, and magic.

Beyond mere escapism, fantasy films often delve into themes like the battle between good and evil, the journey of self-discovery, and the power of hope and resilience. These iconic fantasy movies resonate on a deeper level, offering entertainment and insight into the human experience. Whether it's the quest of a hero, the enchantment of a mystical world, or the struggle against darkness, beloved fantasy films continue to captivate audiences of all ages. By exploring these universal themes, the fantasy genre has produced some of the...

Wolfgang Van Halen‘s Mammoth Wvh have shared the video for “I’m Alright,” the latest single from the upcoming Mammoth II full-length, out Friday (August 4th).

The five-minute track is a propulsive hard rocker highlighted by a strong vocal performance from Wolfgang. He shows off his soulful side here, extending notes and hitting some impressive melodic vibratos. And as we’ve come to expect from Wolfgang and his band, there’s plenty of surging guitars and stadium-ready chords.

“’I’m Alright’ is the single that is coinciding with the album release,” explained Wolfgang in a press release. “I think it’s really funny that the lyrics are quite angry but delivered through the lens of sort of a comfy rock song. If there ever was an anthem for myself about standing up for what I believe I should be doing — as opposed to what people expect — this is certainly that song.

Welcome to this review of Nxt: The Great American Bash PPV, right here on Nerdly. Let’s get straight into it and see what went down in this episode…

Match #1: Nathan Frazer, Dragon Lee, Yulisa Leon and Valentina Feroz def. Meta Four The following is courtesy of wwe.com:

Nxt Heritage Cup Champion Nathan Frazer, Dragon Lee, Yulisa Leon and Valentina Feroz took out all of The Meta-Four on the Kickoff Show of Nxt Great American Bash in an incredible Eight-Person Tag Team Match. The dastardly Meta-Four pulled out all the sneaky stops trying to gain an advantage, but the high-flying quarter of Frazer, Lee, Leon and Feroz wasn’t ready to go down quietly, as they answered Meta-Four’s antics with perfect teamwork. With Noam Dar, Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson all neutralized, Oro Mensah was left all alone with Lee, and the electrifying Luchador hit a picture-perfect...

Last year, Umbrella Entertainment gave the 1985 creature feature Ghoulies (watch it Here) a Blu-ray release in Australia that contained three different cults of the movie, and also packaged it with its first sequel. Now Mvd Rewind Collection has announced that they’re giving Ghoulies a special edition release as well – and this one is going to be Blu-ray and 4K Uhd! The street date is September 12.

Directed by Luca Bercovici from a script he wrote with Jefery Levy, the first Ghoulies has the following synopsis: As a child, Jonathan (Peter Liapis) was almost killed by his father, Malcolm (Michael Des Barres), during a satanic ritual. After being saved and raised by Wolfgang (Jack Nance), who has kept him unaware of his background, Jonathan inherits Malcolm’s house and moves in with girlfriend Rebecca (Lisa Pelikan). Through his explorations of the house, he begins unlocking the secrets and latent powers contained within his new found home.

Following Disney's confirmation that some movies and TV shows would be leaving Disney+, the streaming platform has removed 12 movies from its catalog. Disney announced in mid-May that 40 shows would be removed from Disney+ and Hulu, including some popular Disney+ original series like Willow. The decision to remove streaming content appears to be a cost-cutting measure by Disney, as well as a response to internal changes to their content creation strategy.

Now, Decider reports that 12 films have left Disney+ in the midst of Disney's content purge. Included are some star-studded movies, including the Bryan Cranston-led family film The One and Only Ivan. All the films removed are Disney+ originals, meaning it will be difficult to find them elsewhere, if at all. Check out the list of removed content below:

Artemis Fowl Better Nate Than Never Black Beauty Cheaper by the Dozen (2022) Darby and the Dead Flora & Ulysses Stargirl Hollywood Stargirl...

Welcome to the results and review of this past weekend’s Nxt: Battleground pay-per-view, which continues the “Battleground” branding from the main roster, where the PPV started Ten years ago! Let’s see what went down…

Match #1: Nxt North American Championship – Wes Lee def. Tyler Bate and Joe Gacy The following is courtesy of wwe.com:

Wes Lee walked out of Nxt Battleground with his historic Nxt North American Championship reign still intact as he knocked off both Tyler Bate and Joe Gacy in Triple Threat action. The champion and Bate have been allies in recent weeks, but Bate’s desire to be champion has soured the friendship and forced the two to come to blows with the villainous Gacy watching in the shadows. The two Superstars put their differences aside to begin the match to neutralize the leader of Schism, much to Gacy and Ava’s dismay. All...

Disney is going there, you guys.

As previously teased during the company's quarter one earnings call, the company is purging several titles from its streaming services, Disney+ and Hulu.

The practice has become common in recent months, with HBO Max leading the charge, wiping several projects from existence.

Undoubtedly, fans and creatives are struggling with the concept, but maybe some of the affected shows could show up elsewhere.

"We will be removing certain content from our streaming platforms and currently expect to take an impairment charge of approximately $1.5 to $1.8 billion," Disney's chief financial officer, Christine McCarthy, said during the earnings call.

Westworld, The Nevers, and other HBO fare popped back up on Fast services shortly after the controversial decision.

But for some shows, this could be the death knell that could be the difference whether new fans find them down the line.

Initially, people purchased physical media, and with the rise of streaming,...

For Halloween 2021, Disney+ entered the world of R.L. Stine with “Just Beyond,” an 8-episode anthology series based on Stine’s line of comic books. The series never got a second season, with Disney+ leaving its fate hanging in the balance these past two years.

Unfortunately, we’ve learned this week that Stine’s “Just Beyond” will be one of many Disney+ original projects that are soon being deleted from the streaming service entirely.

As The Hollywood Reporter explains, “Disney is following Warner Bros. Discovery and removing under-performing titles from its streaming services in a bid to write off nearly $2 billion from its bottom line. In all, there are more than 30 shows that will be removed starting next week from the platforms in this first round of reductions. The titles will vanish starting May 26.”

The long list of titles being removed from Disney+ includes…

America the Beautiful Among the Stars Artemis Fowl...

Disney will remove select series, movies, and specials from Disney+ and Hulu, The decision was initially announced on May 10th during a Disney earnings call, and the list of impacted titles has now been revealed. Among there are the recently released Willow sequel series, Y: The Last Man, Danny Boyle’s Sex Pistols series Pistol, and The World According to Jeff Goldblum.

“We are in the process of reviewing the content on our Dtc services to align with the strategic changes in our approach to content curation,” Disney CFO Christine McCarthy said during the call.

Other titles in the purge include the Turner & Hooch reboot, The Mighty Ducks: Game Changers, Just Beyond, Diary of a Future President, The Mysterious Benedict Society, The Hot Zone, Maggie, and more. Check out the full list below.

Disney isn’t the first media entity to make a move like this — HBO Max removed...

As expected, Disney is following Warner Bros. Discovery and removing under-performing titles from its streaming services in a bid to write off nearly $2 billion from its bottom line.

Scripted titles set to be removed from Hulu and Disney+ include FX’s Y: The Last Man, Pistol, Little Demon, Hulu-turned-Disney+ series Mysterious Benedict Society, Disney+’s Big Shot, The Mighty Ducks, Turner & Hooch, Willow and ABC-turned-Hulu comedy Maggie, as well as National Geographic’s The World According to Jeff Goldblum. In all, there are more than 30 shows that will be removed starting next week from the platforms in this first round of reductions. The titles, many of which are listed below, will vanish starting May 26. Sources say the programming could be made available elsewhere, like digital sell-through platforms, etc.

Disney CFO Christine McCarthy revealed last week on Disney’s earnings call that the company would be reviewing the TV series...

Starting in fall 1964, children across America could watch CBS’ The Munsters but come January 1966, they seemingly all flipped the dial to ABC and Batman. The superhero series’ smash ratings cast a death spell on the humorous take on the classic monsters, with the exaggerated look as perfected by Universal’s horror films of the 1930s. Fred Gwynne was a delight as Herman Munster, paired nicely with Yvonne DeCarlo and Al Lewis. The sitcom transferred traditional family drama tropes to the residents of 1313 Mockingbird Lane and for 70 episodes, it was tremendous fun, revived for wildly successful syndication.

Ever since, there have been revivals in feature films, animated series, and failed attempts at series revivals. Now, here comes director Rob Zombie with his take on the classic characters, largely retaining the look of the original series, but in garish color.

The film, now available both on Netflix and disc from Universal Home Entertainment,...