'Winnie the Pooh' Screenwriter Alex Ross Perry Channels 'AI'

When it was announced earlier this year that indie filmmakerAlex Ross Perrywould be writing a live actionWinnie the Poohfor Disney, there were quite a few surprised reactions. Even Perry himself knows he’s not the ‘traditional’ choice to write a live action rendering of the classic. The writer/director specializes in the confounding intricacies of adult relationships:Queen of the Earth,Listen Up Phillip,The Color Wheel– none of which prepare you for a foray into the world of stuffed teddy bears and honey; but in speaking with the filmmaker this past weekend at the Los Cabos International Film Festival, a children’s film was exactly what he had hoped to do next....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 605 words · Dana Sweeney

'Yellowstone's Finale Will Be “The Best in History” Says Ian Bohen

It won’t be long until the second half ofYellowstone’s fifth season airs, and one of the show’s cast members,Ian Bohenwants fans to be excited. The TV drama star commented on what to expect for the show’s final season, and claimed the conclusion will be “the best that could possibly be written.” In an interview withEntertainment Tonight, Bohen teased that fans will be satisfied with how the show will end and that its finale “will make sense....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 430 words · Julie Golden

10 Best Quotes in 'Star Wars: Episode VI- Return of the Jedi,' Ranked

Star Warslaunched one ofthe biggest franchises of all time,The Empire Strikes Backwas its groundbreaking sequel, andReturn of the Jediis mostly known as that one with the Ewoks. Given how dark the second film was, one might have expected the end of this famous trilogy to be similarly dark and dramatic. However, that is clearly not the case. It has more quips, way too much time is spent at Jabba’s weird palace, the Ewoks are perhaps the campiest aliens in the franchise, and the drama about Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill) coming to terms with his father’s identity is inconsistent....

August 19, 2025 · 10 min · 1967 words · Joseph Boone

10 Episodes of 'The Wire' That Are Bangers From Start to Finish

The Wireis one of the most influentialtelevision showsof all-time, and one of the fewHBOseriesthat can be considered a masterpiece. Although at the time of its release it was overshadowed in ratings by more popular shows likeThe SopranosandThe West Wing,The Wirehas been subsequently recognized for its ingenious narrative structure; by slowly examining a new element of infrastructure with each season, series creatorDavid Simonwas ableto paint a complex view of what crime dynamics in the city of Baltimore looked like....

August 19, 2025 · 9 min · 1726 words · Mitchell Green

10 Great Film Noir Movies Recommended by Noir Alley's Eddie Muller

Turner Classic Movie’shost,Eddie Muller, is the ultimate connoisseur of thefilm noirgenre and the host of the channel’s popular segment,Noir Alley. Every Saturday night and Sunday morning, fans tune in for Muller’s choice of classic noirs, such asOut of the Past,The Big Sleep, andTouch of Evil. Even though the host recognizes mainstream noirs, he also gives an equal spotlight to lesser-known noirs, which is the real beauty of his program. While Muller is never short on films or extensive knowledge for viewers, the TCM host believes some movies, includingCriss Cross,Night and the City, andThe Maltese Falcon, will withstand the hands of time and remain to be beloved classic noir films passed down from generation to generation....

August 19, 2025 · 10 min · 1951 words · Jessica Herrera

10 Most Underrated Thrillers, Ranked

It’s hard to remain indifferent to a great thriller because it keeps audiences on the edge of their seats and evokes a wide range of strong emotions with its twists and turns. Furthermore, considering the universal themes they tackle, the thriller genre is one of the most compelling and thought-provoking in the film industry. It’s far from difficult to understand the appeal of suspenseful storylines. Inevitably, some manage to stand out more than others....

August 19, 2025 · 7 min · 1443 words · Jason Lewis

10 Most Visually Stunning Animated Movies, Ranked

Animated films have always been a big part of many people’s lives. What makes the art form so compelling and refreshing, making it fit for all ages, is how it easily masters any genre and style. While a captivating premise is obviously a crucial aspect of an animated feature, the way it looks is precisely among the most noticeable (and, of course, unforgettable). With the release of the highly-anticipated and incredibly alluring Marvel filmSpider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, viewers may find themselves looking back at some of the most visually striking animated movies in the industry....

August 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1119 words · Denise Powers

8 Worst Fictional Towns To Take A Vacation In

Though most films are set in an actual city in the real world some writers and directors prefer to invent cities of their own, allowing them more creative freedom on their projects. Some of these cities are idyllic and beautiful, places everybody would like to visit, and most would never want to leave. RELATED:The Batman Synopsis Teases a Trip Into the Heart of Gotham’s Underworld Just think of the technologically advanced paradise ofWakandaor Hogsmeade, the snow-filled little village frequented by the students ofHogwarts....

August 19, 2025 · 6 min · 1123 words · Angela Wong

Alanis Morissette Performs You Oughta Know, Bridgerton-Style

BridgertonSeason 2 is here and has brought a love forJonathan BaileyandSimone Ashleythat has kept audiences on the edge of their seats. Now, singer and songwriterAlanis Morissetteis getting in on the fun, releasing a new version of her iconic song “You Oughta Know”, singing along with the slower arrangement of the song first heard in the show. The string quartet cover of the song plays in the fifth episode of the second season, when Bailey’s Anthony Bridgerton is sitting in a bathtub and Ashley’s Kate Sharma is out on horseback, while both contemplate Anthony’s upcoming marriage to Kate’s sister Edwina (the incredibleCharithra Chandran)....

August 19, 2025 · 2 min · 426 words · Tina Walton

Alien Covenant Images Show Michael Fassbender, Guy Pearce

Oh (alien) baby, some new images fromRidley Scott’sAlien: Covenanthave burst forth online and boy are they teasing some interesting things. We’re now less than a month from the film’s international rollout and opening date in the U.S., so hopefully we can keep from being completely spoiled before then, but fair warning, these images do show some potentialspoilers; folks who’d rather go in completely cold should probably avoid them. The images come courtesy ofEmpire, whose upcoming issue delves deeply into the sci-fi/horror film....

August 19, 2025 · 4 min · 775 words · Dr. Dillon Wright

Avengers 4 Title Is a Spoiler, Says Kevin Feige

When Marvel Studios first announcedAvengers: Infinity War, the idea was that this event would span two movies.Avengers: Infinity War – Part 1would hit theaters in May 2018 andAvengers: Infinity War – Part 2would open a year later, in May 2019. However, after a few months directorsJoeandAnthony Russorevealed that they were no longer going with this “Part 1” and “Part 2” title, and instead the May 2018 movie would just beAvengers: Infinity Warwhile the 2019 movie was being referred to as“UntitledAvengers 4....

August 19, 2025 · 2 min · 404 words · Stephanie Hughes

Beyoncé Ends Cowboy Carter Tour, But the Public Still Owes Blue Ivy an Apology

Beyoncé’s historic Cowboy Carter Tour has officially come to an end.Grossing $407.6 million, the 32-show tour isthe highest-grossing country tour ever, also serving as the shortest tour in history to surpass $400 million in revenue. This accomplishment also makes Beyoncé the first American artist to have two tours gross over $400 million. Objectively a massive success, many grieving fans are now left to reminisce on its most defining moments, from guest appearances byMiley CyrusandDestiny’s Child, to custom designer outfits that stunned music and fashion enthusiasts alike....

August 19, 2025 · 5 min · 927 words · Denise Murphy

Bill Hader on How Reshoots Saved Barry Season 2 Episode 6

The effortlessly funny and compelling nature ofBarrymay make the HBO series look like a deceptively straightforward show, but Season 2 Episode 6 is a prime example of how the best laid plans can sometimes still need course-correcting. Following last week’s short-story-likestandout episode “ronny/lilly,”Episode 6—titled “The Truth Has a Ring to It”—finds the relationship between Barry (Bill Hader) and Fuches (Stephen Root) coming to a head, while Barry hones in on a particularly traumatic moment from his past to deliver a show-stopping performance in class....

August 19, 2025 · 13 min · 2599 words · Robert Wilson