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Chicago – Oscar winning actor Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arawaka were found dead in their New Mexico home on February 26th. Arawaka died of a rare lung infection, the 95-year-old Hackman succumbed to natural causes. Photographer Joe Arce captured this Exclusive Portrait of Hackman in 2000.

The mystery and circumstances surrounding the couple’s death stayed in the headlines for weeks. They both had been deceased for several days before being discovered, and at first is was speculated that carbon monoxide poisoning might have been the culprit. But as the investigation continued, it was determined that Ms. Arawaka had died first on or around February 11th of a rare lung infection, and Hackman … suffering from Alzheimer’s disease … died one week later.

Actor Gene Hackman in 2000

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Ahead of The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World 's ninth episode broadcast on Thursday, the anime's official website and accounts announced three additional cast members, as follows: Lilith voiced by Hina Yomiya (Anna in The Dangers in My Heart ) Melissa voiced by Kana Hanazawa (Mitsuri in Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba ) Amaranth voiced by Ami Koshimizu (Holo in Spice and Wolf ) Related: The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World Anime Delivers Creditless Opening Sequence Based on the light novels by Hifumi Asakura and Yamakawa, Yoshihide Yuzumi directs The Daily Life of a Middle-Aged Online Shopper in Another World at East Fish Studio, with series composition by Masanao Akahoshi ( A Certain Magical Index ), character designs by Hiroyuki Moriguchi and music by Kujira Yumemi ( Reign of the Seven Spellblades ). Crunchyroll describes the story: Kenichi Hamada is just a regular, middle-aged man working as an illustrator in Japan.

One of the first major film stars to break out in the 1970s, Gene Hackman was the epitome of New Hollywood. An actor with livewire intensity, he had a grit and brusqueness that few others could ever match, and he was perfectly suited for the types of anti-heroic, morally gray characters that would define the Hollywood revolution of the decade. In his Oscar-winning role as a violent, thuggish cop on a mission in “The French Connection,” he showcases unnerving levels of adrenaline and thirst for justice: The way he grits his teeth during the movie’s iconic car chase scene elevates it from very good to extraordinary. In the hands of another actor, the role could be one-note, but Hackman made it iconic.

What Hackman a great actor wasn’t just his talent for playing morally compromised, loathsome men — although his most famous roles over the course of his career fall into that broad archetype.

Gene Hackman, the legendary everyman actor who won two Oscars before stepping away from Hollywood in 2004, and Hackman’s wife, Betsy Arakawa, were found dead in their Santa Fe, N.M., home on Wednesday. Hackman was 95. Arakawa, whom he married in 1991, was 64.

While authorities did not suspect foul play, the deaths of Hackman and Arakawa have been ruled suspicious. A detective's affidavit stated that "an open prescription bottle scattered pills" were found on a bathroom counter near Arakawa's body. One of the couple’s dog, a German shepherd, was found dead in the bathroom closet, about 15 feet from Arakawa. Two other family dogs were found alive.

A maintenance worker discovered the bodies on Wednesday. Arakawa was found in the bathroom near a space heater. Her body showed signs of decomposition, per the detective report. Hackman's body, in a similar state, was found in the mud room appearing as if he had "suddenly fallen.

Gene Hackman, the two-time Academy Award-winning actor known for his roles in films like The French Connection and Unforgiven, has died at the age of 95.

Hackman, his wife Betsy, and their dog were found dead at their home in New Mexico on Wednesday after deputies performed a welfare check, according to CNN. While there were no visible signs of foul play, investigators deemed their deaths “suspicious” after finding “no obvious signs of a gas leak” and the front door of their home “unsecured and opened.”

Hackman was born in San Bernardino, California on January 30th, 1930. Lying about his age, he enlisted in the Marine Corps when he was just 16, serving four years as a field radio operator before being stationed in China, Hawaii, and Japan. He was discharged in 1951.

As he began to pursue an acting career, Hackman joined the historic Pasadena Playhouse, where he met fellow aspiring actor Dustin Hoffman.

Legendary American actor and two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman has died at the age of 95, it has been confirmed. The screen veteran, star of such films as The French Connection, Unforgiven, The Royal Tenenbaums, and the original Superman, was found dead alongside his 63-year-old wife Betsy Arakawa and the couple's dog at the couple's Santa Fe home late on Wednesday afternoon, per The New York Post.

A character actor in the mould of Humphrey Bogart, Robert Mitchum, and James Cagney, Hackman — over the course of an acting career spanning five decades, 85 movies, and dozens more plays and television shows — demonstrated remarkable range and an ineffable combination of grit and charisma that enabled him to play average Joes, comic book supervillains, no-nonsense cops, and estranged patriarchs that all felt real, all felt alive. Among his contemporaries, the Pacinos, Hoffmans, and De Niros of this world, Hackman measured up and stood tall,...

Two-time Oscar winner Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa have been found dead at their home in Santa Fe, Nm.

Santa Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza confirmed just after midnight Thursday local time that the couple had died, along with one of their dogs.

A statement from the Santa Fe Sheriff’s Office read: “On February 26, 2025 at approximately 1:45 p.m., Santa Fe County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to an address on Old Sunset Trail in Hyde Park where Gene Hackman, 95 and his wife Betsy Arakawa, 64, and a dog were found deceased.

“Foul play is not suspected as a factor in those deaths at this time however exact cause of death has not been determined. This is an active and ongoing investigation by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office.”

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Since its launch in 2005, the Diablo franchise has always been known for its dark, brutal storytelling. With each installment, players find themselves plunged deeper into a world where evil reigns and hope feels like a distant concept. The latest installment, Diablo 4 took the experience even deeper, exploring darker themes.

The series has been known for its dark themes. | Image Credit: Blizzard

In an interview, the Game Director shared some insights about the development and how they decided to shape the narrative of the highly anticipated title in the series. He revealed that the main goal was to showcase not only dark but also meaningful, compelling narratives, immersing players into the story.

Developers wanted to craft a world worth fighting for in Diablo 4 Diablo 4 took the series to even deeper themes with the introduction of Lilith. | Image Credit: Blizzard

The Diablo series has always revolved around the brutal war between Heaven and Hell,...

Gwen Van Dam, whose 70-year career as a character actress for film, television and the stage included turns in True Confessions, Halloween, Coming Home, Stir Crazy and The Trip to Bountiful, has died. She was 96.

Van Dam, who compiled about 140 acting credits on IMDb, died Dec. 19 at her home in West Los Angeles after a recurrence of cancer, her son, Dirk Smillie, told The Hollywood Reporter.

Van Dam remained a busy actress until the end, appearing on the first five episodes of Prime Video’s Homecoming in 2018, on Netflix’s Grace and Frankie in 2019 and on two installments of Hulu’s Interior Chinatown last year. She recently finished a play, too.

Her TV résumé included The Brady Bunch, Mannix, Maude, House Calls, Days of Our Lives, Moonlighting, 227, Knots Landing, Star Trek: Generations, ER, Gilmore Girls, Charmed, New Girl, Criminal Minds, Angie Tribeca and Modern Family.

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Between his big-screen acting debut in Robert Rossen's vastly underrated "Lilith" and his swan song "Welcome to Mooseport," Gene Hackman had a reputation for being a prolific and, at times, nowhere-near-choosy-enough actor given his considerable talents. But when you look over that 40-year career, you don't see an egregious number of turkeys. The Dan Aykroyd buddy-cop comedy "Loose Cannons" or his third go-round as Lex Luthor in "Superman IV: The Quest for Peace" are probably the twin nadirs of his career, but mostly Hackman had a propensity to make many mediocre movies watchable. He was the reason you'd find yourself halfway through Nicholas Meyer's ho-hum spy thriller "Company Business" without any real complaints. Could it be better? Absolutely. But it had Hackman.

The movies -- great, average, or garbage -- haven't had Hackman since 2004, which never ceases to stink.

Now that Under Paris is getting a sequel, Jason Stathams blockbuster The Meg franchise finally has some competition as the twenty-first centurys biggest shark horror series. The Megs 2018 success came as something of a surprise in a summer packed with blockbuster hits. The same year that Avengers: Infinity War, Black Panther, Venom, Deadpool 2, and Aquaman dominated the box office, a killer shark movie with one A-list star that spent almost three decades in development hell earned over $500 million. Similarly, Netflixs shark horror Under Paris was a surprise sleeper hit when the low-budget French disaster movie was released.

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Under Paris walks through a gripping face-off between a shark, Lillith, and humans, which makes it hard not to wonder what kind of shark Lillth is.

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Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water... Actually, who are we kidding? We absolutely did not think it was safe to go back in any sort of water at the end of Under Paris, the surprisingly successful French shark movie that whipped up a viewing frenzy when it dropped on Netflix earlier this summer. And yet, despite the somewhat apocalyptic climax to Xavier Gens' *ahem* in-Seine creature feature, the intrepid filmmaker is preparing to dive back into the City of Love's shark infested waters once again with a sequel to his summer smash.

Per Variety's reporting, the key cast from the first flick — or at least, who and what's left of them — are all expected to return for the follow-up, with Academy Award nominee Bérénice Bejo (The Artist) crucially among those bracing to go toe-to-toe with the burgeoning franchise's toothy terrors once more. Whilst...

Last December, the folks at Cosmic Circus dropped the rumor that a team of supernatural characters known as the Midnight Sons might be coming to the Marvel Cinematic Universe… and now, industry scooper Daniel Richtman has revealed that sources indicate Marvel might be putting a Midnight Sons movie on the fast track to production! According to Richtman, Marvel is currently looking to get a director attached to the project.

One of my favorite comic book story arcs is the “Rise of the Midnight Sons”, which saw Doctor Strange overseeing the formation of a team of supernatural heroes – Ghost Rider, Johnny Blaze, Morbius, the Nightstalkers, and Darkhold characters Vicki Montesi, Louise Hastings, and Sam Buchanan – who were brought together to battle Lilith, the Mother of All Demons, and her evil offspring, the Lilin. There have been different variations of the Midnight Sons over the years, with other team members like Moon Knight,...

Supernatural has had an impressive Rogues Gallery over the seasons, but the series' early years had some of its best. One that sticks out the most is the Season 3 addition of the demon Lilith. Penned during the writer's strike of '07-'08, Lilith arrives as a new adversary to challenge monster-hunting brothers Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean Winchester (Jensen Ackles). Supernatural takes after other genre shows of its kind, such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer and the X-Files, by implementing a monster of the week style while building up to a villain of the season.

The previous two seasons revolve around finding the brothers' missing father, John Winchester (Jeffrey Dean Morgan), and the Yellow-Eyed Demon who killed their mother, also known as Azazel (Frederic Lehne). Dean kills Azazel at the end of Season 2, leaving a power vacuum open for many demon factions to curry favor. Once Lilith becomes the obvious leader of these factions,...

Update: Jeymes Samuel has released a statement denying the World of Reel’s Blade report. Samuel wrote, “I don’t know where these rumors start, but I am not in talks to do Blade with Marvel. I love me the Daywalker tho, I cannot wait to watch that joint. Sidebar: When Blade 2 came out I prayed they would make: ‘Wesley Snipes/Christopher Lee – Blade III.’ It didn’t happen sadly.“

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The fact that there was going to be a Blade reboot as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, starring Mashershala Ali in the title role, came as a huge surprise when the announcement was made at the San Diego Comic-Con back in July of 2019… but we’ve passed the five year anniversary of that announcement, and we still haven’t seen a new Blade movie. The closest we’ve gotten is Ali making a vocal...

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In Diablo 4, the final challenge for players is to face off against the Echo of Lilith, the boss of the capstone dungeon in World Tier IV. This encounter should only be undertaken once your character has reached an endgame level of power and has crafted reliably Masterworked gear. Mythic Unique items are not required to defeat her but will make the entire boss fight proceed much faster and smoother, especially items like Tyrael's Might and the Harlequin Crest Unique.

To find the Echo of Lilith, players must reach World Tier IV: Torment to unlock the final capstone dungeon. It is there, at the Echo of Hatred, where the Echo of Lilith can be found. This dungeon is located in Nevesk, the first town where the Wanderers began their journey. Upon interacting with Lilith's Blood Petals, players...

While the 2024 Borderlands movie may not have lived up to expectations, nobody can blame the stellar cast, and Gina Gershon stands out for her portrayal of Mad Moxxi. The film is based on the action RPG first-person shooter Borderlands video game series of the same name that sees the player as a "Vault Hunter", searching for a vault of alien riches on the dangerous planet of Pandora. In the first game, Moxxi is an Npc and the introduced as the hostess of the Underdome's Colosseum matches.

Gershon's Mad Moxxi doesn't play a large part in the movie's plot, but the actress fits right in with the Borderlands cast as a formidable character not to be trifled with. The film was dismissed as being another unnecessary video adaptation, but Borderlands sets itself apart in that it's chock-full of tough, layered female characters. Cate Blanchett leads the ensemble as bounty hunter Lilith,...

Borderlands is getting another shot at finding an audience. Lionsgate has revealed that the video game adaptation will be heading to PVOD this Friday.

Although Borderlands has been in theaters for less than a month, the movie has been a major flop at the box office. At the time of writing, Borderlands has only grossed $25.1 million worldwide off a budget of $120 million, becoming one of the biggest box-office bombs of all time. This is likely why Lionsgate is releasing Borderlands on PVOD on Friday, Aug. 30, hoping that those who don't frequent the theater (or read reviews) will buy or rent the movie at home.

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The following contains spoilers for One Piece Chapter 1124, "Close Friend," now available through Viz.

One Piece's messy battle for Future Island/Egghead concluded in Chapter 1123 -- and as Franky noted, the Straw Hats and their allies faced a were lucky to escape alive aboard the Thousand Sunny. The fact that they did throws open the doors to all kinds of reactions, new revelations, and the excitement of sailing to Elbaf. Chapter 1124 does a fairly good job capturing the spirit of a new story arc, and is a strong start to the next adventure.

Chapter 1124 keeps its joy and tension balanced, while also teasing fans with mysterious cameos, getting them excited for future secrets and plot twists. It offers enough developments to keep fans reading, and while most of them aren't total game-changers, they represent the official first steps of the Elbaf story arc. And that's all they need to be,...

Under Paris opens up new possibilities for aquatic horror, blending familiar themes with social commentary on climate change. The unique location of the Seine River sets Under Paris apart from traditional shark movies, creating a fresh and thrilling experience. Lilith, the shark in Under Paris, represents a force of retribution against humanity's destruction of the environment, setting the stage for potential sequels highlighting the importance of conservation.

Steven Spielberg ushered in the era of the summer blockbuster and made us afraid to go into the water when Jaws hit theaters in 1975. Under Paris, now streaming on Netflix, has opened up the doors to the potential of a new shark film universe for a new generation of viewers. The ocean, like space, is a vast abyss of uncharted realms with endless possibilities for world-building, and Under Paris has the capability to establish a new cinematic universe.

Under Paris, while containing many elements from Jaws,...

Spoilers are ahead for the Borderlands movie's ending.

Cate Blanchett's star power was misused in Borderlands, which made a major mistake by making Lilith the clear-cut main character. Borderlands failed to adapt the beloved characters and ensemble-driven storytelling of the video game series. Altering characters like Tiny Tina to serve Lilith's story undermine the essence of the Borderlands franchise.

There's no denying that two-time Oscar-winning actor Cate Blanchett is an asset to every film she's part of, but, unfortunately, her character of Lilith began a chain reaction of problems for the Borderlands movie. An adaptation of Gearbox Software's bestselling video game series of the same name, Borderlands landed a dismal Rotten Tomatoes score right out of the gate. With terrible buzz from critics and audiences alike, director Eli Roth's Borderlands became a box office disappointment, garnering less than $10 million over its opening weekend against a $120 million budget.

Spoilers are ahead for Borderlands' ending.

The Borderlands movie sets up a potential sequel with the introduction of The Destroyer in its closing minutes. The Destroyer, a crucial figure in the video game franchise, could serve as the final boss in Borderlands 2. The movie's focus on the Eridians and Lilith's role as Pandora's protector are further evidence that the team will take on The Destroyer in a future film.

While it's hard to imagine the Borderlands movie receiving a follow-up film, Eli Roth's adaptation of the beloved video game series did introduce a final boss for its potential second movie. A sci-fi action-comedy romp based on the Borderlands video games, the latest entry in Roth's filmography didn't succeed by any metric. Aside from Borderlands' dismal (and rare) Rotten Tomatoes score, the movie made less than $10 million over its opening weekend. Before Borderlands became a box office flop,...

The following contains spoilers for Borderlands, now playing in theaters

Lilith's powers develop throughout the film and are only revealed fully in the climax, a departure from the games. Lilith's direct connection to the Vault is original and important in the cinematic version. Characters and relationships significantly differ between the Borderlands film and the original games.

Borderlands takes some liberties with the source material and makes several notable changes from the games. Based on the video game franchise of the same name, Borderlands takes many of its visual cues and character concepts directly from the games. However, while many of them look like accurate reinterpations of Borderlands' cast of colorful characters, their roles in the story and unique abilities are changed to fit a new narrative.

Set on the world of Pandora, the main group of heroes actually pulls from multiple titles in the franchise. By the ending of Borderlands,...

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The following contains spoilers for Borderlands, now playing in theaters.

Video game fans have been waiting for Borderlands for some time now. It has finally arrived, thanks to director, Eli Roth. He's known more for horror, but this time, he paints a dystopian picture about the desert planet of Pandora.

Here, Cate Blanchett's Lilith is a bounty hunter trying to pick up Tiny Tina (Ariana Greenblatt). She'll make big money off the mark. But in time, Lilith realizes her employer is shady. Furthermore, Lilith discovers family secrets linked to this place that was once her home. It builds to an explosive finale that changes Lilith's outlook on life, and her destiny, in general.

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Eli Roth’s Borderlands may have to work harder in the next couple of weeks as the science fiction film starring Kevin Hart and Cate Blanchett opens with a depressing box office haul. It also did not help that it premiered alongside Blake Lively’s romantic drama movie, It Ends With Us, as the latter immensely captured the audience’s interest.

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The big-screen adaptation of the famed Gearbox Software video game suffered tremendous criticism from fans even before its opening day, and with the result of early screening reviews, it seems like an uphill battle to at least turn a profit.

Borderlands Receives A Dismal CinemaScore Rating

Lionsgate’s Borderlands infamously received a zero approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes before its worldwide premiere. Regardless, this won’t totally affect the interest of fans who want to see the film for themselves.

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Lionsgate’s Borderlands hits theaters Aug. 9, but the review embargo for the film broke Thursday, and the early reaction from critics has been dire.

A live-action adaptation of Gearbox Software’s popular video game series, Eli Roth’s film takes place on the planet Pandora and tells the story of a band of outlaw misfits. The film stars Cate Blanchett, Kevin Hart, Ariana Greenblatt and Jamie Lee Curtis, with Jack Black providing the voice of a wisecracking robot.

As of Thursday evening, the review aggregator sites have damning scores for Borderlands. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film’s score clocked in at a lowly 6 percent from 45 reviews. Mercifully, the audience score on Rotten Tomatoes is markedly higher at 51 percent so far. On Metacritic, the critic score was 29 based on 23 reviews and things were no better on Letterboxd, where users gave Borderlands a score of 2.1/5.

Below are key excerpts from some of the most prominent early reviews.

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Lilith transforms into a Siren, revealing her true destiny as the "Daughter of Eridia" in Borderlands' ending. Lilith stays on Pandora after Atlas' defeat due to her emotional ties with Tina and the group in Borderlands. Borderlands' ending hints at future adventures for the team as they remain united to protect Sanctuary and explore Tannis' research.

Borderlands' ending sets up a potentially bright future for the Vault Hunters while setting the stage for other events seen in the video games. Based on the game franchise of the same name, Borderlands takes place on the brutal alien world of Pandora. Overrun with ruthless bandits and monstrous wildlife, Pandora is also home to a mysterious Vault. The ancient gateway is said to lead to powerful lost technologies, making it the ideal target for forces like the Atlas Corporation. It also serves as...

After The Last Of Us and Fallout, you’d be forgiven for thinking that we are finally enjoying an era of quality video-game adaptations, and that Borderlands, based on the wacky 2009 sci-fi shooter RPG, is riding the same wave. Hell, it’s even got Cate Blanchett (an actor who’s earned those italics twice over) in the lead role, having a bullet-spraying hoot as a grizzled yet elegant bounty hunter. And with its colourful assortment of irreverent characters, corralled by a writer/director best known previously for horror, you might also expect, or at least hope, it respectfully and effectively echoes James Gunn’s crossover success with his Guardians Of The Galaxy films.

Sadly, that ain’t the case. Borderlands so wants to be Guardians Of The Galaxy. It has retro needle drops aplenty (including a battle that kicks off to Motörhead’s ‘Ace Of Spades’) and ladles on as...

Borderlands movie features star-studded cast, accurate characters, and attention to detail for long-time fans to enjoy. Theatrical release on August 9, 2024, with no premium format options, making it a quick PG-13 watch. Streaming release on Starz expected in early 2025, with potential for a digital release as early as September 2024.

The live-action Borderlands movie is finally here, and where to watch the video game movie could depend on timing. After the continued success of the Gearbox and 2K video game, Lionsgate began developing a movie adaptation in 2015. Progress eventually moved forward to the points where Borderlands' cast became filled with recognizable stars, ranging from Cate Blanchett to Kevin Hart and Jamie Lee Curtis. Each is responsible for bringing various Borderlands video game characters to life in live-action for the first time, and for what could be the start of a new franchise.

The timing of Borderlands' release could be great, as several...

Frasier has finally moved back to the place where he first saw him. Now, with a grown-up firefighter son and many new and old characters. If you were a fan of the Frasier reboot then you might already know that Paramount+ has renewed the comedy series for Season 2. While you wait for the beloved comedy series to return we thought of informing you what the original cast has been up to since the original spin-off series ended.

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Neuwirth’s Lilith was one of the favorites in the original Frasier series and after her return in the reboot, the fans want more of her. The actress who played the role of the ex-wife of our neurotic Frasier Crane has had numerous memorable roles since the original series including in Max’s Julia, the political drama Madam Secretary, and the popular legal drama series The Good Fight.

Warning: The following contains descriptions of several death scenes from Under Paris, now streaming on Netflix.

Under Paris has some truly over-the-top deaths, like swimmers being picked off by Lilith the shark during a triathalon. The deaths start out early, setting the tone for the film by having Lilith take out four divers easily. The most tragic deaths are the ones caused by human error, underscoring the film's central themes.

Under Paris features some truly over-the-top deaths, including some of the summer's most brutal kills. The film focuses on a group of environmental experts and police officers who find themselves contending with a massive shark that has made its way to the Seine River in Paris. As the film goes on, the situation only becomes more and more dire due to the mutated shark's abilities and bloodthirsty appetite.

In Under Paris' surprisingly explosive ending, countless people across Paris have died,...

Niles' return in the Frasier reboot is crucial for fans, even if it's just for a one-off cameo appearance. Luckily, he's open to reprising the role, but only in a limited capacity. David Hyde Pierce's one condition for reprising Niles is simple and easy to meet, making his return highly anticipated. Bringing Niles back to Boston for a visit is a natural fit narratively for the Frasier reboot, with plenty of reasons for him to be there with his brother and son.

After David Hyde Pierce revealed his condition for reprising Niles, I won't accept any excuse for not seeing the younger Crane brother in the Frasier reboot. Kelsey Grammer has always been great as Frasier Crane. Even when he was a side character in Cheers with minimal screentime, he shone, so despite the initial skepticism of awarding him his spinoff, it made sense for Frasier creators, David Angell,...

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Under Paris presents a bleak commentary on human flaws hidden beneath campy shark kills. Lilith symbolizes humanity's impact on the world, and how the world can lash back out at humanity. Under Paris offers a dark contrast to "man vs. nature" narratives like Jaws, highlighting human failures with a dour finale.

Under Paris has a far more insidious and complex antagonist than the murderous mutant shark at the core of the film. Under Paris focuses on a group of oceanic experts and Paris police officers as they try to contend with the surprise discovery of a shark in the Seine River. The film uses this overtly ridiculous premise to set off a series of tense underwater searches, bombastic death scenes, and even some massive explosions for Under Paris' cast of characters.

However, the film's story and themes are far...

The Mvp of the Egghead Island arc, Dr. Vegapunk, has certainly made a name for himself as one of the most important characters in One Piece. He has given some of the most vital information about the history of the One Piece world that was hidden from the people because of the threat it posed to the rule of the World Government.

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Vegapunk’s intelligence can be seen from the fact that he was able to divide his being into six different forms that carry the same brain as Vegapunk with the help of Punk Records. However, two satellites, along with the main Shaka, were recently killed in the manga, and now only Atlas, Lilith, and Edison are left. Aside from these five, the sixth one (York) is the traitor.

Although there are only three satellites left, many One Piece fans believe that...

In Paris, there’s a deadly super shark in the Seine and an international triathlon about to take place. Can one scientist stop a massacre before this mutant sea creature picks off some of the world’s best athletes? Directed by Xavier Gens, Under Paris stars César Award winner Bérénice Bejo, Nassim Lyes, Léa Léviant … and one very dangerous shark.

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After a dangerous shark nicknamed Lilith kills all of Sophia’s research colleagues, the scientist (Bejo) gives up studying climate-related shark mutations. But five years later, an environmental activist named Mika (Léviant) discovers a massive shark lurking in the Seine just days before the World Triathlon Championships are hosted in Paris — and it’s the same one Sophia was tracking. So the scientist warily dives back into...

Could it be? Are the "Shark Horror" gods smiling upon us from Atlantis? Xavier Gens' Under Paris blends the bureaucratic foolhardiness of Jaws with Deep Blue Sea’s tempo. While science-based ecological themes get murky, the film shines at its most chaotic. A rogue female mako swimming France' Seine River brings shades of Dick Maas' Amsterdamned or Uncaged, varying takes on horrific (and preposterous) scenarios in major metropolitan areas. Don't look to Under Paris for grounded realism or bulletproof storytelling, but compared to the recent deluge of utterly impotent fin flicks over the last few years? Gens' aquatic thriller on Netflix is like stumbling upon the Holy Grail of Shark Horror.

Best Supporting Actress nominee Bérénice Bejo (The Artist) stars as oceanic wildlife researcher Sophia. Tragedy strikes when a tagged mako named Lilith turns on Sophia's diving team, including her husband, leaving Sophia with permanent pressure damage and her scuba squad deceased.

If Criterion24/7 hasn’t completely colonized your attention every time you open the Channel––this is to say: if you’re stronger than me––their May lineup may be of interest. First and foremost I’m happy to see a Michael Roemer triple-feature: his superlative Nothing But a Man, arriving in a Criterion Edition, and the recently rediscovered The Plot Against Harry and Vengeance is Mine, three distinct features that suggest a long-lost voice of American movies. Meanwhile, Nobuhiko Obayashi’s Antiwar Trilogy four by Sara Driver, and a wide collection from Ayoka Chenzira fill out the auteurist sets.

Series-wise, a highlight of 1999 goes beyond the well-established canon with films like Trick and Bye Bye Africa, while of course including Sofia Coppola, Michael Mann, Scorsese, and Claire Denis. Films starring Shirley Maclaine, a study of 1960s paranoia, and Columbia’s “golden era” (read: 1950-1961) are curated; meanwhile, The Breaking Ice,...

Hackman's career spans from theater actor to film star, with standout performances in key roles like Bonnie and Clyde and Hoosiers. His work in films like The Conversation and Unforgiven showcases his range as an actor, making him a standout in the industry. Hackman's ability to play both complex dramatic roles and fun, memorable characters solidifies his legacy as a versatile and talented actor.

Gene Hackman has gained plenty of fame and recognition, receiving multiple awards for his roles in the best movies of his career. Beginning in the early 1960s as a theater actor, then rising through the ranks of film and television through bit parts and small roles, Hackman's breakthrough performance came in the 1964 film Lilith opposite Warren Beatty. Hackman would later co-star with him again in Bonnie and Clyde, one of Hackman and Warren Beatty's best movies. It was for Bonnie and Clyde that Hackman would receive...

Cate Blanchett is almost 30 years older than Lilith was in the original Borderlands game. Eli Roth's Borderlands movie captures the game's look and tone, which should intrigue franchise fans and newcomers. The fanbase for Lilith will grow following the movie adaptation's release.

Eli Roth's adaptation of Borderlands has assembled an incredible cast, fronted by Cate Blanchett as Lilith, but how does the actor's age compare with her video game counterpart? Since the dark days of Super Mario Bros or 2005's Doom, video game adaptations have slowly been getting better. The Sonic the Hedgehog movies or HBO's The Last of Us are recent examples of this uptick, and hopefully, the upcoming Borderlands movie will continue this trend.

This adapts the hit series from Gearbox Software, with the story following a group of treasure hunters searching for a mythical vault on the planet of Pandora. The cast of Borderlands is something special too,...

Cate Blanchett portrays a fierce and fabulous role in Borderlands as the infamous outlaw Lilith. With her flaming red hairstyle and a combat-ready look, she’s ready to return to Pandora in hopes of finding the missing daughter of Atlas.

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The film boasts a star-studded cast including Kevin Hart as Roland, Jack Black as Claptrap, and Jamie Lee Curtis as Dr. Patricia Tannis. It also features Gina Gershon, Ariana Greenblatt, Edgar Ramirez, Bobby Lee, and Cheyenne Jackson.

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Borderlands Director Discussed His Take On Cate Blanchett’s Post-Apocalyptic Movie

In an interview with IGN, director Eli Roth gives the lowdown on Borderlands and shares his approach to helming the movie while considering the original game version. He noted that he retained many aspects...

The moment Elvis Presley stepped in front of the camera for his second appearance on "The Milton Berle Show" in 1956, there was no doubt that this young man was destined for more than pop music superstardom. Much more.

Conversationally, he was downright adorable with his boyish good looks and aw-shucks Southern shyness, but once the music kicked in he was transformed into a hunk of burning lust. That gyrating pelvis and run-riot voice spurred sexual awakenings in living rooms across the country (in full view of outraged parents). To teenagers, Elvis belted out a call to rebellion. To parents, he was a pompadoured incubus. To Hollywood, he was singing, swaggering box-office gold.

Between 1956 and 1972, Elvis starred in 31 features and two concert films. There were lulls (particularly when his popularity faded prior to his 1968 comeback special), but for the most part Elvis reliably packed 'em in. According to producer Hal B. Wallis...

One of the most quoted pieces of Hollywood wisdom holds that 90 percent of directing is casting. You bring the right actors together, and you're off to the races. This is, of course, laughably simplistic. You could argue that 90 percent of directing is writing because there's no movie or show to make if there's nothing on the page. And many directors will tell you that their films don't truly come together until they're hunkered down with their editor in post-production.

The truth, obviously, is that film and television production is a collaborative process that requires numerous people with expertise in different disciplines to do what they do at the highest level possible. And when it comes to casting, there is absolutely an art to finding, after untold hours of reels and cold reads, the ideal actor for each role — especially if you're trying to launch a successful television series. Because no...

When it comes to guest appearances on the new "Frasier" revival, all the talk has been about returning stars from the original series. The 10–episode reboot show has so far seen the return of Frasier's ex-wife, former "Cheers" co-star, and frequent "Frasier" guest star Lilith (Bebe Neuwirth). Soon we'll also see the return of Peri Gilpin, who played the doctor's radio show producer, Roz, in the original series. Alas, we won't be treated to a guest appearance by David Hyde Pierce's Niles after the actor turned down the opportunity to return for the new show.

I would say it's all been exciting stuff, but really it's been vaguely amusing stuff that feels at once comfortable and uncanny — like we're watching an alternate reality version of "Frasier" written by super-fans that's not as good as the original. Lilith's return certainly provided a shot of nostalgia but also just reminded us...

Frasier Crane might hear those blues a-callin’ but will he ever share suds with Cliff, Norm and the rest of the Cheers gang again? With the revival of Frasier proving to be a hit with audiences – and now that the doc is back in Boston – there is certainly buzz that we might get some of our beloved Cheers characters back. And while Kelsey Grammer has an idea for a way to work in Cheers, it may not be what viewers hope for.

Speaking with Deadline, Kelsey Grammer suggested he may run into some legal issues if Frasier Crane ever returned to the bar where everybody knows your name. “I’m not sure the guys who wrote Cheers would want us to go back to Cheers. It’s like, let’s let that be where it is. It’s a monument in the minds of television history.” This is similar to...

Frasier on Paramount+ delves into Frasier's relationship with his son Freddy, who has transformed from a pedagogical child to a firefighter. And exclusive clip shows Freddy expressing Kierkegaard's theory about life's struggle, making Frasier proud and revealing their similarities. The tension between Frasier and Freddy may ease as their differing tastes and lifestyles are overshadowed by Freddy's drunken philosophizing.

Screen Rant is pleased to present an exclusive clip from episode 8 of the Frasier reboot, which sees Kelsey Grammer's stuffy psychologist make his way to Boston. Paramount+ releases new episodes every Thursday and, despite the myriad new faces, the show has been tackling plot points from both the original series and Cheers alike. While characters such as ex-wife Lilith (Bebe Neuwirth) have only made brief appearances and others such as Niles (David Hyde Pierce) have not returned at all, Niles and Daphne's son David (Anders Keith) and Frasier's own...

Warning! Spoilers ahead for the Frasier reboot episode 8.

Frasier reboot episode 7 solves a 36-year mystery about Frasier and Lilith in Cheers, providing a satisfying reunion for fans. Lilith's return showcases her chemistry with Frasier, hinting at a potential rekindling of their on-screen romance. Alan's comedic attempts to remind Lilith of their wedding reveal chaotic details about Frasier and Lilith's past that Cheers never addressed.

The Frasier reboot episode 7 just secretly solves a 36-year mystery involving Frasier and Lilith in Cheers. Bebe Neuwirth's return as Lilith Sternin, Frasier's ex-wife and Freddy's mother is arguably one of the best moments of the Paramount+ revival thus far. Her chemistry with Kelsey Grammer remains palpable as they trade barbs and unexpectedly, almost rekindle their on-screen romance. While the Frasier reboot has done a great job not getting bogged down by the past, the Frasier reboot episode 7 subtly addresses one of the biggest lingering questions about the ex-couple's history.

Warning! Spoilers ahead for the Frasier reboot episode 7.

Frasier reboot episode 7 brings back Lilith Sternin, Frasier's ex-wife, played by Bebe Neuwirth, who delivers a phenomenal performance. The episode explores Frasier's romantic status after Charlotte left him, and introduces Lilith's presence in Boston, raising questions about why she doesn't reach out to her son more often. Frasier and Lilith's reunion in the episode creates comedic moments and a competition for Freddy's affection, while also highlighting their commitment as parents and rekindling their old romantic feelings.

The Frasier reboot episode 7 marks the return of Lilith Sternin, Frasier's ex-wife and arch-nemesis. Bebe Neuwirth makes a triumphant return to the Cheers/Frasier universe as the franchise's ice queen, and as always, she is phenomenal in the role. Now that the Frasier reboot is in its final stretch and many of its foundational elements have been properly established, the Paramount+ endeavor can finally be more creative with its storytelling.

The new Frasier reboot episode 7 clip reveals Lilith's return, setting up a fiery reunion between Frasier and his ex-wife. Frasier is surprised by Lilith's appearance in the new episode, suggesting a lack of communication between the former couple. Despite their ugly split, Frasier and Lilith are partners in raising their son, Freddy, and their relationship may spark intense competition to win his affection.

The new Frasier reboot episode 7 clip reveals the return of Lilith. Frasier Crane's legendary ex-wife is poised to make her first appearance in the Paramount+ endeavor via the episode, "Freddy's Birthday." Brilliantly played by Bebe Neuwirth, her arrival sets up a fiery reunion between the former lovers, which makes the upcoming outing all the more exciting.

As previously reported, Frasier episode 7 will see the return of Lilith, as seen in a new promotional clip from this week's episode. Watch it below via Paramount+ Canada:

The legendary Lilith returns.

The limelight in the film Five Nights at Freddy’s has been stolen by the character of Abby played by Piper Rubio. She has done justice to the well-rounded character of Abby, the younger sister of Mike and Garrett Schmidt. Despite being considered strange by her classmates and aunt, she has a creative mind. Abby attracts the evil eyes of the antagonist when her brother, Mike, jumps in and saves Abby, as depicted by Emma Tami, is shown to be an imaginative character who has a liberal spirit. Will Abby manage to escape the evil grasps of the antagonist? Is she supernaturally gifted? Let us find out!

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Why Was Abby A Loner?

Abby is considered strange by everyone, including her classmates and her aunt, making her an outcast. She spends a lot of time alone and is seen painting a lot of pictures. She is also seen talking...

With 264 episodes, not a single one of which doesn’t have something to recommend it, picking out the best of NBC’s Frasier (1993 – 2004) is a ridiculous thing to attempt. For a start, you’d need to include all of the dinner party episodes, obviously, plus every story in which Niles and Frasier ruinously compete with one another.

Such a list also couldn’t leave out any occasion on which John Mahoney as Marty Crane swerves mid-comedy to punch you in the gut with feelings, or any of Kelsey Grammer’s brilliantly controlled clowning.

You’d need to represent every perfectly timed trick from Eddie the dog, and have a fair smattering of Maris gags, Roz’s smart mouth and Daphne’s stories of an English childhood just to cover the basics. You’d be into the high 90s before you’d even got going.

To winnow it down to just the 50 best episodes of Frasier?...