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Jessie J announced that all U.S. dates of her No Secrets tour have been cancelled and that she has postponed her U.K. and European shows ahead of her second surgery after her breast cancer diagnoses.

The singer announced the news in a post shared to Instagram on Thursday. She began by saying that after scrapping her first video, which was five minutes long and “not realistic to anyone,” she decided to release a shorter one “with more facts, less emotion,” and to “just be blunt.”

Jessie said that...

Game of Thrones star Nikolaj Coster-Waldau's upcoming TV epic has lined up its U.S. streaming home a year after wrapping filming. Coster-Waldau shot to fame portraying morally ambiguous villain-turned-antihero Jaime Lannister in HBO's pop culture behemoth franchise, for which he earned nominations for two Primetime Emmys.

In the years since its divisive ending, Coster-Waldau has not explored the same kind of historical epic storytelling as Game of Thrones. Instead, he's been seen in everything from Brian De Palma's crime thriller Domino to the true-story-based survival thriller Against the Ice, which he co-wrote and produced, and Apple TV+ mystery thriller series The Last Thing He Told Me.

Per Deadline, King & Conquerer is set for a home on Prime Video in the United States, and HBO Max in several other territories, following Paramount Global's deal for the upcoming historical epic. The show is set to star Coster-Waldau as William,...

One of literature’s most beloved and enduring stories is coming to the screen once more—’Pride and Prejudice’, Jane Austen’s iconic novel, will be adapted as an all-new six-part limited series for Netflix.

The full cast has now been confirmed, joining the previously announced Emma Corrin, Jack Lowden, and Olivia Colman. Corrin will also make their executive producing debut on the series.

Leading the ensemble is Rufus Sewell as the sardonic Mr Bennet. His daughters will be played by Freya Mavor as the gracious Jane Bennet, Rhea Norwood as the exuberant Lydia, and newcomers Hollie Avery and Hopey Parish, making their screen debuts as Kitty and Mary Bennet.

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Daryl McCormack stars as the amiable Mr Bingley, with Siena Kelly as the sharp and socially ambitious Caroline Bingley. Louis Partridge portrays...

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau is putting on his battle armor yet again in the official trailer for the new BBC historical drama, King & Conqueror. The Game of Thrones alum will take on the role of William, Duke of Normandy, who fought against James Norton‘s Harold, Earl of Wessex, in the Battle of Hastings, which is described as one of the bloodiest battles in Britain's history. You can check out the new trailer for the historical epic series below.

As he prepares to go into battle in King & Conqueror, Coster-Waldau's William almost looks like a spitting image of his Game of Thrones character, Jaime Lannister, who is considered one of the most prominent characters in the Game of Thrones television and book series, based on the novels written by George R.R. Martin. The actor played the villainous character throughout the show's eight-season run, from the first episode that aired in 2011 to the series finale,...

Not every movie is made to win over critics, and honestly, that’s half the fun. Rotten Tomatoes might slap these films with scores lower than your math test in 8th grade, but guess what? They’re still wildly entertaining in their own weird, messy, over-the-top way. Some became cult favorites, some are “so bad they’re good,” and a few just aged better than anyone expected.

From chaotic action rides to misunderstood sci-fi and guilty-pleasure rom-coms, these movies prove that a low Rt score doesn’t mean low fun. Whether it’s wild plots, iconic one-liners, or just pure cinematic chaos, this list is here to celebrate the underdogs.

So, grab some popcorn, lower your expectations (just a little), and get ready to dive into 25 movies that critics side-eyed but audiences secretly (or loudly) loved. Because sometimes, the best movie nights come from the most unexpected picks.

25. The Butterfly Effect...

With pop star Sabrina Carpenter the latest singing celebrity to talk to Marvel Studios about playing super-powered ‘mutant songstress’ ‘Dazzler’, Marvel Comics new “Dazzler” title is now available, written by Jason Loo and illustrated by Rafael Loureiro, with covers by Terry Dodson:

"...Marvel's glittering ‘mutant songstress’, has been in and out of the limelight over the years…

“…but now the time has finally come for her to take center stage...

“...as 'Dazzler' embarks on a new world tour….

“,..the culmination and celebration of her entire musical career.

"And along for the ride is her new road crew: 'Domino', 'Strong Guy' and 'Multiple Man'.

“But while Dazzler may be ready to focus on her music…

“…her celebrity-mutant status and a violent attack may sideline the entire endeavor before it’s even begun... "

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Jessie J has revealed that she’s been diagnosed with “early breast cancer.”

The “Price Tag” singer shared the news in a Tuesday Instagram post where she said she received the diagnosis before releasing her new single “No Secrets” from her upcoming sixth studio album.

“Before ‘No Secrets’ came out, I was diagnosed with early breast cancer,” she said. “I’m highlighting the word ‘early.’ Cancer sucks in any form, but I’m holding on to the word early.”

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The Grammy nominee added that she “just wanted to be open and share it” partly “because selfishly I do not talk about it enough, I’m not processing it because I’m working so hard.” Jessie J also noted that she wanted to open up about the health diagnosis because “I also know how much sharing in the past...

Exclusive: Greg Silverman’s Stampede Ventures is moving ahead with its prestige adaptation of Max Seeck’s bestselling Nordic Noirbook seriesThe Faithful Reader featuring the detective Jessica Niemi.

CEO Stampede Silverman will produce the psychological thriller alongside John-Paul Sarni, Seeck, and G4C’s Gudrun Giddings. Amelia Mysko of Stampede will serve as co-producer.

The Faithful Reader, published as The Witch Hunter in US and UK, takes place in Helsinki, Finland, and follows Niemi as she investigates a copycat killer that forces her to confront the past as she uncovers a dark ancestral secret.

Writing team Chris Murray and Maria Ward...

The Beginning After the End, or Tbate, isn’t faring well. Rather, the anime and its run have been quite contentious, with fans calling for a boycott. Why shouldn’t they? Well, the animation is subpar and the pacing is rushed, and there are several other reasons.

Their anger is valid for the most part. No one wants their favorite series to be botched in any case. But the studio went above and beyond to fumble the storyline. The most recent episode, especially, had most viewers and readers flipping tables for real.

To give context, the studio might turn a deuteragonist into a possible villain, especially with the recent episode. This is detrimental to the plot and is yet another instance of the studio’s cascade of errors. It is precisely why the anime is garnering hate, and it doesn’t look good for the franchise.

Is Tbate villainizing its deuteragonist?...

It's wild to think that Ryan Reynolds' red and black one-mutant-army, who is totally aware he's being watched, has gone on to become one of the most successful comic book movie franchises in history. Somehow, Deadpool, aka Wade Wilson, clawed his way out of a hole in 2006 to do it almost 20 years later, just to the tune of *Nsync.

The hero who can't die (and can't sit in a car silently) has created a legacy built on poorly handled franchises and mocking the genre that he thrives on. It's this wild perspective that's enough to make us hopeful for the future wherever he ends up in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, whether that be popping up in the "Secret Wars" or annoying the hell out of Tom Holland's Spider-Man, just the way comic book fans had always hoped.

But now, with five films under his belt, which of the "Deadpool...

Seis nuevos episodios se estrenan este abril. © Netflix

Netflix ha publicado el primer tráiler de la séptima temporada de su serie antológica Black Mirror y ha anunciado la fecha de estreno.

Charlie Brooker, creador de la serie, ha dicho: «Podéis esperar una mezcla de géneros y estilos. Esta vez, tenemos seis episodios, y dos de ellos son básicamente largometrajes. Algunos son profundamente desagradables, otros bastante divertidos y otros emotivos». También, afirma que la nueva temporada es «un poco como la Black Mirror original. Vuelve a lo básico en muchos aspectos. Son todas historias de ciencia-ficción, en las que ocurren cosas espeluznantes, pero no en el sentido de una película de terror».

El reparto de esta nueva temporada está formado por Michele Austin (Hard Truths), Ben Bailey Smith (David Brent: Life on the Road), Asim Chaudhry (People Just Do Nothing), Josh Finan (Say Nothing), James Nelson-Joyce (The Outlaws), Will Poulter (Guardianes de la galaxia Vol. 3...

Pirates of the Caribbean star Keira Knightley’s panned action thriller has free streaming in its cross hairs. Loosely based on an incredible true story, 2005’s Domino finds Knightley taking the lead as a former model, who decides to ditch the catwalk in favor of bounty hunting.

Directed by the late, great Tony Scott, Domino is based partly on the life of Domino Harvey, the daughter of stage and screen actor Laurence Harvey, who did indeed leave fashion modeling behind to become a Los Angeles bounty hunter. Featuring an all-star cast that includes Mickey Rourke, Édgar Ramírez, Delroy Lindo, Mena Suvari, Mo'Nique, Lucy Liu, and Christopher Walken alongside Knightley, Domino is set to land on the free streaming platform Tubi from March 1, and you can check out the official synopsis below.

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With pop star Dua Lipa in consideration to play super-powered ‘mutant songstress’ ‘Dazzler’, Marvel Comics new “Dazzler” title is now available, written by Jason Loo and illustrated by Rafael Loureiro, with covers by Terry Dodson:

"...Marvel's glittering ‘mutant songstress’, has been in and out of the limelight over the years – but now the time has finally come for her to take center stage...

“...as 'Dazzler' embarks on a new world tour, the culmination and celebration of her entire musical career.

"And along for the ride is her new road crew: 'Domino', 'Strong Guy' and 'Multiple Man'.

“But while Dazzler may be ready to focus on her music, her celebrity-mutant status…

“…and a violent attack may sideline the entire endeavor before it’s even begun... "

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Having started her career in action-heavy films like Domino, King Arthur and the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise, Keira Knightley decided in her early 20s to step away from the stunts. “I wanted to do stuff that was about words,” says Knightley. “Also, when you’re doing action films, generally speaking, it takes a long time. It’s quite dull.” With Joe Barton’s new spy thriller Black Doves, Knightley has finally found a way to combine her love for character drama with some impressive — and, to the actress, surprisingly enjoyable — fight choreography. “The whole idea of the character for me was that she had to be interesting enough to sustain on my interest for two seasons,” says Knightley. “She’s well interesting enough.”

Deadline: You are an executive producer on the Black Doves series. Did that give you a different sense of ownership of the project?

Keira Knightley:...

“Black Doves,” Netflix’s latest thriller series, has it all. The dialogue is both clever and funny. There’s lots of political intrigue and Keira Knightley hasn’t been this action star since “Domino.” The award-winning actor Ben Whishaw is awesome as usual and there is one (literally) bloody shocking twist after another.

The setting is London during the Christmas holidays where Helen (Knightley) is married to UK Secretary of Defense Wallace Webb (Andrew Buchan), the mother of adorable fraternal twins and unbeknownst to Wallace, a spy feeding much of what goes on at 10 Downing Street to secret intel group, Black Doves. Helen’s information has been “lucrative” according to her handler. As is the case with these types of plots, when something goes very wrong and threatens to expose Helen, her long-time ‘Dove’ conspirator Sam (Whishaw) is sent in to help.

Up until this upset, life on the surface...

With pop star Dua Lipa in consideration to play super-powered ‘mutant songstress’ ‘Dazzler’, Marvel Comics new “Dazzler” title is now available, written by Jason Loo and illustrated by Rafael Loureiro, with covers by Terry Dodson:

"...Marvel's glittering ‘mutant songstress’, has been in and out of the limelight over the years – but now the time has finally come for her to take center stage...

“...as 'Dazzler' embarks on a new world tour, the culmination and celebration of her entire musical career.

"And along for the ride is her new road crew: 'Domino', 'Strong Guy' and 'Multiple Man'.

“But while Dazzler may be ready to focus on her music, her celebrity-mutant status and a violent attack may sideline the entire endeavor before it’s even begun... "

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On the heels of a massive payday, a gangster is taken out by his competitor Vladimir (Orlando Reyna) leaving a void in the criminal hierarchy he was running. With the Feds unable to pin Vladimir for the crimes due to his standing in the underground, they turn their attention to An, (Thuan Nguyen) the son of the fallen gangster who’s kept out of the lifestyle for his safety. After meeting with Lam Ngoc (Quoc Cuong) who’s an associate of his father’s, he learns the truth about what’s going on and sets out to take down the enemy clan as an act of revenge for what happened to his family.

“Domino” is a fairly bland crime thriller. The main storyline by writer Son Pham attempts to portray a solid look at the criminal organization that’s being run. As we’re initially introduced to Hai looking to...

Exclusive: Vietnam’s Skyline Media has closed multiple deals on its slate heading out of Busan’s Asian Contents and Film Market (Acfm), including sales of two titles to the U.S., highlighting the growing international market for Vietnamese movies.

The Trophy Bride, a comedy drama about a poor family attempting to fake their way into high society, has been sold to 3388 Films for the U.S., Canada and all EU European territories, as well as to Infinity Entertainment for Australia and New Zealand.

Scheduled for Vietnamese release on October 18, the film is directed by Vu Ngoc Dang and produced by Will Vu and Muse Films, following their successful collaboration on hit comedy drama Sister Sister 2.

Current horror hit The Sisters, produced by ProductionQ, has been sold to Purple Plan for release in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, U.S. and Canada. The film, which was previously sold to MovieCloud...

Deadpool's comic book co-creator thinks Josh Brolin's Cable needs to return in multiple projects after being absent from Deadpool & Wolverine. Brolin's Cable was one of the main characters of Deadpool 2. Before Disney bought Fox, an X-Force movie was in development, which would have once again seen Brolin's Cable alongside Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool, Zazie Beetz's Domino, and more. However, the Marvel Cinematic Universe had other plans, with Brolin not being part of Deadpool & Wolverine's star-studded cast. Now, one of Deadpool's creators wants to see Brolin return as Cable for the long haul.

On Twitter, Rob Liefeld commented on how "it is a missed opportunity" not to have Josh Brolin back as Cable in the MCU.

It is such a missed opportunity to not get Josh Brolin rolling on a bunch of Cable/X-Force film. Full stop. robliefeld (@robertliefeld) October 8, 2024

According to Liefeld, Marvel should not only bring back the Cable actor,...

Vietnam-based sales agent Skyline Media has announced 7 latest titles in their extensive line-up of Vietnamese and Southeast Asian films ahead of their participation in the upcoming Busan’s Asian Contents & Film Market (Acfm) 2024, showcasing a variety of genres and cross-border collaborations.

Skyline’s horror line-up this year features several thrilling titles. Spirit Whisker, the second installment in the up-and-coming trilogy rooted in Vietnamese folklore from the team behind the horror hit Crimson Snout, depicts the chaos that ensues when a black cat resurrects a wealthy family’s eldest son. The Bride, a Thailand-Vietnam horror co-production from director Lee Thongkham and producer Hang Trinh, follows a young Vietnamese woman who travels to Thailand with her wealthy fiancé and discovers his dark family secrets linked to a haunted heirloom Thai wedding dress. Vietnam’s twisted retelling of Cinderella – The Sisters, pre-sales in 8 countries and territories, is currently making waves at its local box office,...

Brian De Palma has (at least) one more feature in mind.

The auteur told Vulture as part of a 40th anniversary piece for “Body Double,” that he has one more film in the works. The announcement was a surprise to some in the business, including Nick Newman of The Film Stage, who commented on the news that he had previously “heard from more than one reliable source that Brian De Palma was done directing.”

Apparently not.

De Palma most recently directed “Domino” in 2019; he had also publicly announced two other projects in 2018, respectively titled “Sweet Vengeance” and “The Predator.” Neither film was made.

Now, it seems that De Palma is set on a different possible swan song.

“I have one other film I’m planning to make. And we’re in the process of trying to cast it,” De Palma said. “I can’t tell you what it is, until it happens.

Marvel Comics’ “Dazzler” #1, with a ‘Sydney Sweeney’ lookalike on the main cover, is available November 2024, written by Jason Loo and illustrated by Rafael Loureiro, with covers by Terry Dodson:

"...Marvel's glittering ‘mutant songstress’, has been in and out of the limelight over the years – but now the time has finally come for her to take center stage...

“...as 'Dazzler' embarks on a new world tour, the culmination and celebration of her entire musical career.

"And along for the ride is her new road crew: 'Domino', 'Strong Guy' and 'Multiple Man'.

“But while Dazzler may be ready to focus on her music, her celebrity-mutant status and a violent attack may sideline the entire endeavor before it’s even begun... "

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Gambit could come back to the Marvel Cinematic Universe alongside a past movie team, fixing a problem with the character's comic book history. Channing Tatum's Gambit is one of the most talked about multiverse characters from Deadpool & Wolverine. The actor spent several years trying to get a solo movie off the ground, and while he would love to finally see that happen after his debut in the McU's only 2024 movie, Gambit getting a solo film in the MCU at this point seems unlikely.

While a Gambit solo movie might not be in the McU's plans, Tatum's fan-favorite turn could very well lead to him returning to Marvel Studios' slate of projects. Since the R-rated film's release, many fans have been asking for Tatum to be made the McU's Gambit when the X-Men reboot comes around. Whether or not that happens, a deleted Deadpool & Wolverine scene teased Gambit's return,...

It's actually quite a feat to have been left out of "Deadpool & Wolverine," which was, as /Film's Chris Evangelista put it, a disappointing cameo-fest. Whether you agree with the "disappointing" part, the "cameo-fest" part cannot be denied. "Deadpool & Wolverine" went further than any Marvel Cinematic Universe film yet (and maybe any film in general) when it came to guest appearances. This movie packed in a host of characters from the erstwhile 20th Century Fox Marvel universe, while also debuting several "What-If"-style heroes in the form of Channing Tatum's Gambit and Henry Cavill's "Cavill-rine."

Beyond that, we got guest appearances from Wesley Snipes' Blade, voice cameos from both Matthew McConaughey and star Ryan Reynolds' wife Blake Lively, and even saw MCU characters such as Chris Hemsworth's Thor and Jon Favreau's Happy Hogan. The sheer amount of cameos in this film really is dizzying. So...

What many people don’t know is that Deadpool star Ryan Reynolds was once married to Scarlett Johansson. However, the duo’s married life was short-lived.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds [Credit: Instagram | @blakelively]

After his divorce from Johansson, Reynolds announced his marriage to Blake Lively almost 1 year later. Since it was quite a short amount of time for moving on from someone, fans had their theories, and rumors started spreading.

Ryan Reynolds Met Blake Lively In 2010

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds met on the sets of the 2011 film Green Lantern. The shooting started in March 2010 and went on till August 2010. During that time, Reynolds was married to Scarlett Johansson.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively in Green Lantern | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

Although Reynolds and Lively were good friends, nothing romantic was visible between them at that time. In December 2010, Reynolds and Johansson announced their separation.

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The mutant mercenary Domino, played by Zazie Beetz, undoubtedly stole almost every scene in Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool 2. Yet shockingly, the character wasn’t on anybody’s list of the most famous X-Men. This is where a recent fan theory intervened and justified the reason behind this indifference towards Beetz’s character.

Zazie Beetz as Domino in Deadpool 2 (2018) | image: Marvel Studios

According to a few Marvel enthusiasts who rewatched Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool films, following the release of the third sequel, Domino’s superpower became a topic of debate. Considering how she could manipulate the luck factor to play in her favor, netizens wondered if Zazie Beetz’s character was actually a villain because of the way her powers worked. And perhaps that’s why she couldn’t become a fan-favorite X-Men.

Fan Theory Explored the Framework Behind Domino’s Superpower

When it comes to memorable characters in the Deadpool universe,...

We expected Deadpool & Wolverine to kill the Fox Universe; instead, it paid homage to that world, putting the spotlight on legacy heroes like the Human Torch and Elektra, in the process.

There were a great many rumours heading into the movie, including claims Ben Affleck's Daredevil would appear. While the character was referenced (via a cheeky nod to Jennifer Garner's divorce from Affleck), there was ultimately no sign of the Man Without Fear.

Talking to IndieWire, Deadpool & Wolverine writers Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese admitted they "wanted" Daredevil, with Reese saying, "Did we want to get Ben [Affleck]? We never asked Ben though, I don’t think." Wenick then confirmed, "At some point, Ben was on the list."

Added Reese, "Ben was on the list, but I don’t think it ever came into script pages or actually asking him. One of the great joys of 'Deadpool' is the fact that,...

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Deadpool & Wolverine.

Deadpool & Wolverine featured several returning characters from Fox's Deadpool franchise. Cable, Domino and Firefist were curiously missing from Deadpool & Wolverine, and their absence wasn't properly explained. Deadpool & Wolverine's ending means Cable, Domino and Firefist can return in the McU's future, as Earth-10005 is safe.

While some of Deadpool's best allies were missing from Deadpool & Wolverine, it's still possible they could return in future MCU projects. Deadpool & Wolverine marked the returns of many characters associated with Ryan Reynolds' Merc with a Mouth, including several who took part in 20th Century Fox's previous Deadpool movies. The likes of Stefan Kapii's Colossus, Brianna Hildebrand's Negasonic Teenage Warhead, Leslie Uggams' Blind Al and Karan Soni's Dopinder, among others, returned, but other notable characters were curiously unseen.

Deadpool's closest friends from Earth-10005 didn't have a huge role in Deadpool & Wolverine, but they were the...

While Chappell Roan and politics ruled Day One of Lollapalooza 2024, the second day of the Chicago festival held in Grant Park featured new song debuts from headliners Sza and Zedd, and a top billing from the chart history-making Stray Kids. It also featured surprise guests, including Chance the Rapper, Remi Wolf, and Bobby Shmurda. Raye, Victoria Monét, and Laufey’s sets were also among the highlights from Day Two.

Stray Kids Inject a Punk Attitude Into K-pop

Hot off their fifth Number One album on the Billboard 200 thanks to Ate,...

The latest teaser of Deadpool & Wolverine revealed a cameo that had long been rumored. The teaser confirmed the inclusion of Dafne Keen, who played Laura a.k.a X-23 in Logan. Keen had been denying reports of her cameo during multiple interviews which she gave with the cast of The Acolyte.

Many actors have pleaded the fifth on their rumored cameos in the upcoming Marvel film, including Joker 2 and Atlanta star Zazie Beetz. The actress chose not to deny or confirm her cameo in the film in an interview. Beetz played Domino in Deadpool 2.

Zazie Beetz ‘Pleads The Fifth’ On Her Inclusion In Deadpool 3. Zazie Beetz in Deadpool 2 | Credits: 20th Century Fox

Marvel fans have been waiting for the upcoming film Deadpool & Wolverine as the film introduces the X-Men to the MCU. The film will also see the return of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine...

PodcastOne (Nasdaq: Podc), a leading podcast platform and a subsidiary of LiveOne (Nasdaq: Lvo), announced today that it has signed comedian and actor Chris Kattan to a multi-year contract for the exclusive sales and distribution rights for Kattan’s debut podcast, Idiotically Speaking with Chris Kattan. The weekly comedy variety show podcast is set for a July 24, 2024 debut and upcoming guests include Saturday Night Live alum and fellow comedians Fred Armisen, Dana Carvey, Rachel Dratch, Tim Meadows, Bobby Moynihan, Chris Parnell and Cecily Strong.

Join Kattan and co-hosts Andy Bolduc and Joseph Nuñez as each week Kattan invites his funniest friends to catch up on old times and hear about the new stuff too (if we have to). Then, our trio ropes their guest into an outrageous scenario where they have to improvise their way out! Will they spin comedy gold or will they just be... Idiotically Speaking?

“PodcastOne is thrilled to welcome Chris,...

Domino Day,1 key art,Domino Day (Siena Kelly),Dancing Ledge Productions,Todd Antony Get ready for a bewitching new series that blends supernatural thrills with modern dating drama. Domino Day: Lone Witch, premiering June 27th, follows Domino Day, a young woman who uses dating apps to find prey to satisfy her hunger for human energy. This isn’t your average dating story – Domino is a witch, and her powers are growing stronger by the day. Hunted by a coven of witches who fear her unchecked abilities, Domino must navigate her dangerous secret while confronting a haunting figure from her past. With a double-episode premiere on Sundance Now and AMC+, followed by weekly episodes, this six-part series promises a captivating blend of suspense, magic, and self-discovery.

Don’t miss this dark and thrilling series that’s sure to leave you spellbound. Mark your calendars for June 27th!

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Madame Web expands Sony's universe of Marvel characters even further, introducing Dakota Johnson's titular superhero and an A-list cast made of young movie stars. The film introduces the Venomverse to the larger Marvel multiverse through the eyes of Cassandra Webb, who develops psychic powers allowing her to see into other universes.

However, Cassandra Web isn't the only superhero who appears in Madame Web. In an attempt to rapidly expand its cinematic universe, Sony is stuffing the film with plenty of other heroines from Marvel Comics. From Sydney Sweeney's Spider-Woman to Adam Scott's Ben Parker, here are the most important characters in Madame Web and the actors who play them.

Updated on May 20, 2024, by Arthur Goyaz: Although everyone's favorite friendly neighborhood hero Spider-Man doesn't appear in Madame Web, there are many key comic book characters introduced in the movie. This list was updated to include a section about...

Actor Dabney Coleman, who played many film and TV roles while excelling at portraying villains, has died. His daughter, singer Quincy Coleman, confirmed that her father had died on Thursday at his Santa Monica home. He was 92 years old.

My father crafted his time here on Earth with a curious mind, a generous heart and a soul on fire with passion, desire and humor that tickled the funny bone of humanity, Quincy said, per The Hollywood Reporter. As he lived, he moved through this final act of his life with elegance, excellence and mastery. A teacher, a hero and a king, Dabney Coleman is a gift and blessing in life and in death as his spirit will shine through his work, his loved ones and his legacy eternally."

Coleman can be recognized from a number of roles. Among his most well-known is as the chauvinistic boss in the iconic 1980 comedy movie 9 to 5,...

Another week, another episode of the Pop Addled podcast, part of the ever-growing podcast roster here on Nerdly!

Pop Addled is a pop culture podcast with nerd tendencies. Join Keenan, Sam and Timmy as they discuss movies, music, video games, sports, TV, comics, and any intersection thereof. Their brains have been thoroughly addled by pop culture and they’re here to share their twisted thoughts with you!

If you haven’t heard the show yet, you can check out old episodes on Libsyn and iTunes; and we’ll be bringing you the latest episodes each and every week.

Pop Addled – Episode 487: Doom Addled – Tony Scott’s Domino

We got another Doom Addled episode! Mike and Harrison join us as we continue our look at the movies by director Tony Scott. This week we are discussing Domino starring Keira Knightley and Mickey Rourke! Give a listen and if you like what you hear,...

We can already feel our theater seats shaking. This past Friday, “Furiosa” composer Tom Holkenberg (aka Junkie Xl) dropped a taste of his upcoming score for the film with the single, “Dementus Is Gaining”. The propulsive electronica track features a familiar trance-like beat that incorporates the sound of revving engines, but also has a noticeably more haunting quality than that of the score for “Mad Max: Fury Road”, implying a prequel that may have more of an emotional bite than its predecessor.

“My collaboration with the incredible George Miller began over a decade ago with our work on ‘Mad Max: Fury Road,’ a project that marked a pivotal moment in my career as a film composer,” says Holkenberg. “Returning to this world to score the odyssey of ‘Furiosa,’ an epic tale of survival, resilience and revenge has been just as eye-opening and gratifying. ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga’ is a...

At the turn of the century, right around the time Almost Famous made her an instant superstar, word got around that Kate Hudson could sing, for real. Inevitably, the pop machine, which happened to be running at maximum efficiency in that particular historical moment, tried to catch her in its gears. “People in the industry would say, ‘Let’s make a record,’” says Hudson. “‘Let’s do this. Let’s do that.’ And I always felt not ready. I don’t know why that was my response. Something was stopping me,...

The upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine is burdened with the mammoth task of reviving the MCU and Ryan Reynolds is trying his best to do that. It is rumored that the film will feature many prominent characters from the earlier Marvel movies as cameos which will induce cheers in the theatres. However, one of the major characters was out of the equation- Cable.

Josh Brolin as Cable

Josh Brolin gave an interview a few days ago where he stated that he was not asked to reprise his role in the upcoming film. Brolin looked frustrated for not being called to join the MCU. Surprisingly, in the latest interview, the Avengers: Endgame star raised a buzz on the internet when he revealed that Reynolds has recently reached out to him.

Will Josh Brolin’s Cable be in Deadpool & Wolverine?

Josh Brolin’s Cable in Deadpool 2

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Tom Holkenborg, who also goes by Junkie Xl, has successfully created a distinguished career as a film composer, after starting out as a DJ and electronic music producer. Holkenborg seamlessly transitioned into film scoring in Hollywood, which he first started by assisting composer Harry Gregson Williams in 2005's Domino and working alongside Hans Zimmer in movies such as Inception and Megamind. Showcasing his innovative approach to composition through electronic elements, rock and orchestral arrangements, his scores are renowned for kinetic percussion and experimental, genre-defying music.

While Ryan Reynolds will be joined by many of his previous co-stars from the Deadpool movies in Deadpool & Wolverine, it doesn't sound like Julian Dennison will be among them.

In Deadpool 2, Julian Dennison memorably played the role of Russell Collins, aka Firefist, a mutant with pyrokinetic powers who's targeted by Cable (Josh Brolin). While speaking with Cbr at South by Southwest (SXSW) to promote his new film, Y2K, Dennison was asked if he'd be returning as Firefist for Deadpool & Wolverine. The actor said he is not a part of the sequel, casting major doubt on his return.

Related 'They Didn't Have the Budget': X-Men Franchise Star Rejected Deadpool & Wolverine Return One actor from Fox's X-Men movie series declined an offer to return for Deadpool & Wolverine.

When asked if he would return for the new film, Dennison said, "Unfortunately, you won't [see me in it]. But, I'm super excited for people to see it.

World-renowned director Steven Spielberg was at the height of his career when he made the Oscar-winning film "Schindler's List," but he wasn't the only filmmaker who was interested in adapting the novel of the same name for the silver screen. The acclaimed director Billy Wilder, an auteur of classic Hollywood cinema who penned and directed such renowned films as "The Apartment" and "Sunset Boulevard," was also vying for the rights to turn this story into a movie. However, by the time Thomas Keneally's evocative historical novel was published in 1993, Wilder's career was already winding down.

For a long time, Wilder enjoyed one of the most prosperous careers in Hollywood. His Oscar-nominated 1944 film "Double Indemnity" is considered the signal film of noir cinema and the model of the femme fatale trope. After Wilder's smashing success "Sunset Boulevard" earned three Oscars in 1951, he quickly went on to release several star vehicles...

One of the biggest upcoming movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is definitely ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’ This third installment is significant for a few reasons. It marks Deadpool’s introduction into the MCU and stands as the only MCU film slated for release in 2024. There’s hope that it will help regain some of the trust lost by fans due to several poorly received movies in recent years.

Recently, a teaser trailer dropped during the Superbowl, giving us a peek into the movie’s plot. We see Wade Wilson, aka Deadpool, trying to get on with his life after bringing Vanessa back in ‘Deadpool 2.’ However, his plans are interrupted when he’s nabbed by Tva Agent Mr. Paradox, though the reason remains a mystery. The teaser also confirmed the return of several familiar faces from the ‘Deadpool’ series. Morena Baccarin’s return was announced a few weeks ago,...

One of the biggest upcoming MCU releases is most certainly ‘Deadpool & Wolverine.’ The third installment in the franchise marks several big things. It’s Deadpool’s first foray into the MCU and also the only MCU movie to be released in 2024, in the hopes of restoring at least some of the faith that the fans of the franchise lost in the last several years due to a string of several poorly received movies.

Recently, a teaser trailer was released during the Superbowl and we got a glimpse into the overall plot of the movie we can see Wade Wilson just trying to live his life after he resurrected Vanessa in ‘Deadpool 2’ when he is apprehended by Tva Agent Mr. Paradox for yet unknown purpose. The teaser trailer also confirmed that several old faces from the ‘Deadpool’ franchise are going to be making a return. Morena Baccarin confirmed her return several weeks ago.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of Ted Leo and the Pharmacists’ indie rock classic, Shake the Sheets. To commemorate the occasion, the band has announced a run of 2024 tour dates where they’ll play the album in its entirety.

Kicking off on June 19th in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the 10-date tour will take the group to cities like Philadelphia, Brooklyn, Chicago, and more, before wrapping on November 16th in Los Angeles. At each stop, fans can expect a “full band” set featuring “Shake the Sheets in its entirety,” according to a statement from Leo. Check out the full list of dates below.

An artist pre-sale begins Wednesday, February 14th (use code STS20), with tickets available via Ticketmaster and Leo’s website. A public on-sale will follow on Friday, February 16th.

Joining Ted Leo and the Pharmacists will be Ekko Astral and Diners. Speaking about the groups, Leo praised...

YouTube has continued its end-of-year recap by drawing insights from 2023’s top advertising trends. In a blog post, the YouTube ads team discussed the ways that AI, short-form content, and the creator economy powered winning campaigns over the past 12 months.

2022 was the year that YouTube touted its multiformat approach, and the platform supported that strategy in 2023 by rolling out new features like related links. Advertisers bought into the multiformat hype by spreading campaigns across long-form videos, live streams, and Shorts. YouTube cited Apple as one advertiser that varied the runtimes of its ads. Its 2023 spots ranged from short-form quick hitters to a 90-minute “Study With Me” video.

Another technological advancement — generative AI — opened up a new world of possibilities for advertisers on YouTube. As the platform introduced a full toolkit of AI-inspired features, it assisted advertisers through AI-driven Video Reach Campaigns that delivered 3.7 times more return on ad spend compared to manually optimized campaigns.

Jessie J is parting ways with Republic Records after 17 years.

The 35-year-old “Domino” singer confirmed the news in a video on Friday (September 29), confirming that she and her label home are splitting, and that her next project will be released independently.

“My lawyer said that I need to make a statement about the decision that I have made. I don’t want it to feel like a huge, big thing. After 17 years I have decided to leave Republic Records. I was about six months pregnant when I made this decision,” she said.

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She credited label founders Monte and Avery Lipman and former A&r rep Jason Flom for being “so gracious and kind in supporting my decision and letting me go. It’s been, honestly, the most amazing high and low ride of my life being signed to Republic…I just feel so grateful...

Each week we highlight the noteworthy titles that have recently hit streaming platforms in the United States. Check out this week’s selections below and past round-ups here.

Astrakan (David Depesseville)

Astrakhan fur is unique: dark, beautiful, and stripped exclusively from newborn lambs, even ones killed in their mother’s womb. (Stella McCarthy once said it’s like wearing a fetus.) That ruthlessness—a sense of lost innocence; blood sacrifice—runs deep in Astrakan, a new film from France and one of the better in Locarno this year; and if that title isn’t enough to give pause, plenty else in the opening exchanges will. The first act is a procession of flags, both red and false: at the opening the protagonist, Samuel, lightly goads a snake in the reptile house of a zoo; moments later a rabbit is hung and skinned in his kitchen with all the ceremony of...

Sometimes a project can be a respectful homage without giving up its uniqueness; The Orville instantly proved itself to do just that. Premiering in 2017, this series follows the USS Orville on its adventures 400 years into the future. Captain Ed Mercer, along with a dedicated crew, find themselves in situations that cover the gamut of emotions. On paper, it’s easy to classify the sci-fi adventure as a Star Trek-esque sci-fi clone, but The Orville quickly sets itself apart from the comparison with inspired storylines and character arcs.

Season 3 makes a convincing argument for the series’ best season so far. While it took longer than anticipated to bring this new material to fans, critics and viewers alike have noted no loss in quality. The season addresses a myriad of themes, some of which are surprising to those expecting a purely lighthearted experience. That alone would be enough to classify the season as a success,...

Deadpool creator Rob Liefeld recently reiterated that Marvel Studios' Deadpool 3 will feature stuff that "will melt your face."

In an interview with the Nuke the Fridge YouTube channel (via The Direct), Liefeld teased the inclusion of face-melting cameos in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe threequel. "The stuff I know, it will melt your face, alright?" he said. "That's all I'm going to say, it'll melt your face!" This isn't the first time that Liefeld has stated Deadpool 3 "will melt your face." Earlier this month, the Deadpool creator told Collider, "What I know will melt your face, and that's all I'm gonna say. People are in for a great ride, period."

Related: Deadpool 3 Would Do Well To Steer Clear of a Problem That Plagued Fox's X-Men Movies

Not much is known about the plot of Deadpool 3 beyond reports that it will feature time travel and involve Ryan...

Joker: Folie à Deux star Zazie Beetz recently shared that she thinks audiences will be "surprised" by the musical elements in the upcoming DC Elseworlds film.

"I think people will be surprised. I don’t think it’s going to be what they expect, around it being musical," Beetz told Variety at Chanel's Tribeca Film Festival Artists Dinner in New York. "We all sort of express musically and dancing in our lives day-to-day. I think it's going to work really well." Beetz, who is reprising her role from the first Joker film as Sophie Dumond, also praised working with Lady Gaga in the sequel, calling her "super warm and kind" as well as "a very grounded person."

Related: Domino Actor Zazie Beetz Is Not Returning for Deadpool 3

Beetz previously talked about Joker: Folie à Deux's musical elements in August 2022 before the start of the sequel's production. "I...