The anime film The Keeper of the Camphor Tree recently finished third in Japanese theaters. While the studio behind it created a huge hit just two years ago, this movie is based on a different story. A well-known and consistently popular franchise took the top spot, proving its continued strength with audiences.
Hulu has had success with many different types of shows, but critically acclaimed series don’t always immediately connect with a large audience. When they do, they often become very popular. However, Hulu’s catalog includes many excellent shows that deserve more attention and sometimes don’t get discovered until after their initial run, which can unfortunately shorten their time on the platform.
The documentary about Melania Trump opened last weekend, earning $7.2 million – the strongest debut for a non-concert documentary in a decade. While viewers on Rotten Tomatoes gave it a high score, critics weren’t impressed, giving it only an 8% rating. Its 1.3 score on IMDb places it among the lowest-rated films ever on the platform, alongside titles like Foodfight! and Kirk Cameron’s Saving Christmas.
Lauren LaVera recently spoke about the status of Terrifier 4. With many rumors circulating about the film’s release, the actress shared an update and confirmed whether it will be shown in theaters this year.
The film Melania had a surprisingly strong opening weekend, earning $7 million on 1,778 screens starting January 30th. This success led Amazon to increase the number of showings this weekend, expanding the movie’s availability to over 2,000 theaters (according to Business Insider).
Some people believe we’re experiencing a new peak for TV Westerns, even surpassing classic shows like Gunsmoke and Wagon Train. While there are plenty of modern cowboy shows to choose from, few are as good as Justified. This series, based on the work of Elmore Leonard, stars Timothy Olyphant as Raylan Givens, a tough federal marshal with his own distinct way of delivering justice. Walton Goggins provides a memorable performance as a frequent antagonist. Over time, Justified has become increasingly significant, largely because it stands out from everything else on television.
Throughout the series, McGee has become its most central character, witnessing every version of the show. The biggest challenge for NCIS now is keeping his character fresh and interesting after being on the show for so long. Recently, with significant changes happening within the agency, McGee’s storyline has felt uncertain.
Netflix’s recent cancellations show how quickly things are moving in television today. It’s not just viewers who are less patient; streaming services themselves are eager to see a return on their investment in new shows. This is a shift from the mid-2010s, when Netflix was known for wholeheartedly supporting ambitious and unconventional projects, even if they took time to gain an audience.
I just saw a new still from the movie released by Deadline! It features Gerard Butler as his character – he’s an ex-Navy SEAL who’s now a firefighter – and he’s holding a gun while standing in a hallway. You can check it out below – it looks intense!
The movie Zoolander features a cameo from music legend David Bowie, where he judges the famous walk-off between Derek Zoolander and Hansel McDonald. He wasn’t the only celebrity to make a brief appearance; Victoria Beckham, Paris Hilton, Natalie Portman, Donald Trump, Gwen Stefani, and Winona Ryder all pop up in the film. Ben Stiller later shared his thoughts on working with Bowie, who sadly passed away in 2016 at the age of 69.