The 100: Nadia Hilker on Luna’s Loss and Lack of Trust

The 100’s last Nightblood came to the brink of death on last night’s “The Four Horsemen,” but miraculously Luna (Nadia Hilker) survived. Did her black blood protect her from the radiation similar to how Becca Pramheda (Erica Cerra) was able to survive on the ground after the first Praimfaya? Luna may be alive, but her journey will not get any easier. Collider spoke to Hilker onThe 100’s Vancouver set last fall to find out what Luna will be up to this season, including who she’s interacting with, her thoughts on humanity, who she does or doesn’t trust, and her move to fight back....

July 26, 2025 · 5 min · 1045 words · Lauren Wiley

The 13 Best Underrated Horror Movies That Time Forgot

Here’s the thing about horror movies; there’s a whole heck of a lot of them. Ever since Hollywood discovered that horror movies are cheap to produce and often reap their budget back in spades, the horror genre has an underappreciated backbone of the filmmaking industry, both studio and independent films alike. That’s great news for horror fans! We get new movies all the time. But it also means that a lot of hidden gems fly under the radar....

July 26, 2025 · 13 min · 2742 words · Caleb Carter

The Best Virtualization Software (2025)

Virtualization software has become essential for users seeking torun multiple operating systemson a single device. These powerful tools enable individuals and businesses to maximize their hardware resources and explore diverse computing environments. From testing applications to running legacy software, virtualization offers flexibility and efficiency. Several top-tier virtualization programs cater to different needs and platforms. Parallels Desktop stands out for Mac users, providing seamless integration with ARM-based systems. For Windows and Linux enthusiasts, options like Microsoft’s Hyper-V and UTM offer robust features and performance....

July 26, 2025 · 10 min · 1937 words · Adam Perry

The History of the Synthesizer in Movie Scores Explained

There’s probably a certain sound you have in mind when you imagine what a Hollywood film score sounds like. It’s most likely sweeping and orchestral and bathed in the kind of romanticism perfectly attuned to whisk you away to whatever world you may be watching onscreen. However, there’s also another kind of film score that had a sizable influence in the ‘70s and ‘80s and has also seen a revival in the last decade or so....

July 26, 2025 · 9 min · 1884 words · Brooke Nelson

There's a Musical Movie About Jesus Fighting Vampires Has 80% on Rotten Tomatoes

When one thinks of vampire hunters, images ofHugh Jackman’s Gabriel Van Helsing inVan Helsing, orGuillermo (Harvey Guillén)fromWhat We Do in the Shadowsare usually the first to come to mind. But that’s in-the-box thinking. Think outside the box. Who could take on a vampire?John Cena, maybe? Hm, right initials, wrong guy. Think about it — vampires are averse to crucifixes, so who better than the guy who’s on them?That’s right. Jesus Christ himself would be the ultimate vampire hunter....

July 26, 2025 · 8 min · 1494 words · Victoria Frank

This Netflix Romance Drama Perfectly Captures the Magic of First Love

There is nothing more bittersweet than the feeling of nostalgia. Casting your mind back to a time when life was less complicated and reliving those flurry of emotions again, particularly when thinking about your first love. Teenage crushes in the media are usually catered towards the teenage demographic, but20th Century Girl–one of the best Korean movies on Netflix–harnesses the powerful feeling of nostalgia to deliver this timeless adolescent love story, making the excitement of first crushes accessible to all generations....

July 26, 2025 · 7 min · 1317 words · Robert Martinez

Trolls Clip at Cannes; Justin Timberlake & Anna Kendrick Sing

DreamWorks Animation previewedTrollsfor the first time with a few exclusive clips and a big surprise at the Cannes Film Festival. Presented byJeffrey Katzenberg, directorMike Mitchelland co-directorWalt Dhorn, the movie delighted the press and the kids invited to the screening. Before playing the clips, Katzenberg took the opportunity to pay homage to Cannes as a way of celebrating DreamWorks’ Sweet 16.Trollsis the 16thDreamWorks animation movie to screen or debuted footage at the festival....

July 26, 2025 · 4 min · 723 words · Holly Smith

TV Performer of the Week: Louie Anderson, "Baskets"

Whatever ambivalence I have towardsBaskets(which Ireviewedback in January) on the whole, I could not be more sure of my love forLouie Anderson’s role in it. The stand-up comic and actor plays Christine Baskets, mother to Chip (and Dale) Baskets, both played byZach Galifinakis. Anderson is, of course, in drag, but somehow it never feels like he is. Instead, he instantly morphs into a 60-something year-old mother in Bakersfield, CA, with grown sons and an addiction to Costco....

July 26, 2025 · 4 min · 749 words · Jeremy Lee

Umbrella Academy Season 3: What's Up With Stanley?

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for Season 3 of the Netflix series, The Umbrella Academy. Season 3 of Netflix’sUmbrella Academyintroduces viewers to several new and memorable characters, from the formidable Sparrow Academy to the mysterious Lester Pocket (Callum Keith Rennie). One newcomer, however, has left a particularly significant mark on Diego Hargreeves (David Castañeda): Who exactly is Stanley? Played byEuphoriafan-favoriteJavon Walton, Stanley is a messy (but lovable) little scamp introduced in Episode 1, “Meet the Family....

July 26, 2025 · 5 min · 890 words · David Robertson PhD

Vanessa Kirby Sheds Light on 'Napoleon' and Josephine's Love in Sneak Peek

Ridley Scott’s vision ofNapoleonis getting grander with each reveal. From massive sets, outdoor locations, and production design toits leading pair of compelling performers is intriguing the audiencesto take a peek into the monarch’s life. StarringJoaquin Phoenixas the titular character along withVanessa Kirbyas Empress Josephine, the feature aims to bring the iconic character to life in a humane way. To give more insight into his relationship with his better half, the makers have unveiled a new featurette....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 321 words · Patrick Conway

Victoria Justice Parties Her Way to Hell in Afterlife of the Party Trailer

Netflix has released the trailer ofAfterlife of the Party, its new upcoming comedy about partying your way out of Hell. The trailer presents Cassie (Victoria Justice), a young woman who just wants to party all her problems away. However, during her 25th birthday, Cassie celebrates a little too much and ends up dead in a bathroom. Unfortunately, Cassie still has unfinished business down on Earth, so her soul is condemned to go straight to Hell....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Candace Vega

Watch: Melissa McCarthy Returns as Sean Spicer on SNL

Sean Spiceris the ideal character forMelissa McCarthyto play. The best parts ofBridesmaids,Spy, and, god help me, evenTammywere often when McCarthy got to act angry and frustrated.Bridesmaidsis a great movie and McCarthy’s performance was part of a potpourri that included tremendous work byPaul Feig,Rose Byrne,Kristen Wiig, andMaya Rudolph, but movies likeSpyandTammyrequired McCarthy’s crass vitriol to be memorable in any serious way. Okay, okay,Jason Stathamwas pretty great inSpytoo. So, beyond the sheer popularity of McCarthy’s Spicer, even with people who gave up on SNL long before the show played possum whenDonald Trumphosted last year, it makes sense that she would return to the role....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 357 words · Shannon Bush

Welcome to Acapulco Trailer Reveals a Sun-Soaked Action Thriller

Today, we’re happy to debut an exclusive trailer and poster forWelcome to Acapulco, a new thriller that travels down to the sun-soaked beaches of Acapulco to unfold an action-packed mystery. The film follows video game designer Matt Booth, who heads to the Video Game Awards in New Mexico to unveil the project that will save his career. But when he has one to many at the airport, Matt ends up in Acapluco, Mexico instead and walks off the plane straight into a mess of high-powered criminals, hitmen, femme fatales, and FBI agents who all think he possesses a “package” that he knows nothing about....

July 26, 2025 · 2 min · 277 words · Joshua Hughes