Movies

As a lifelong movie fan, I remember a time before superhero franchises ruled everything. For about twenty-five years, before studios started chasing only the biggest blockbusters, mid-budget thrillers were the thing. Looking back, so many fantastic thrillers came out during that period that it’s almost impossible to pick just a few. It was really tough to narrow it down to ten that truly defined the era, but each one of these films definitely stands out as a high point in a genre I believe will always have a place in cinema.

Given Hollywood’s fondness for sequels and reboots, a follow-up to the film Gladiator was released in 2024. While Gladiator II received generally good reviews, it didn’t become a massive cultural hit and didn’t perform well in theaters. Russell Crowe, the star of the original film, recently shared what he believes was the biggest issue with Gladiator II in an interview with Triple J, an Australian radio station.

After the unexpected hit of The Pitt, HBO is looking to create more shows following a similar model. They’re aiming for series with at least 15 episodes each season, produced on a reasonable budget, and released with a new season annually.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have become a hugely popular couple, and the excitement increased when they got engaged in August. Because filmmaker Lena Dunham and Swift have been friends for a long time, people were surprised to see Dunham share on Instagram that she was at a Kansas City Chiefs game. You can find her post below.

After gaining a following with popular comedies like Clerks, Mallrats, and Chasing Amy in the 1990s, Kevin Smith took on his most challenging project yet in 1999. This new film skillfully combined his signature observational humor with surprisingly thoughtful themes, creating a unique and often funny mix. That same blend of high and low culture was reflected in the cast, which included both frequent collaborators like Jason Lee and Jason Mewes, and established stars like Chris Rock and Alan Rickman. To play two rebellious angels determined to prove God wrong, Smith cast his friends and fellow actors Ben Affleck and Matt Damon.

Season 2 is far from bad – in fact, it still beautifully portrays the West Texas oilfields and features the compelling character of Tommy Norris. However, there are some valid concerns fans have raised. As the most popular show Taylor Sheridan has created since Yellowstone ended, the team needs to address these issues to ensure the show continues to be successful beyond its third season. While the current season can’t be altered, improvements are needed for the show’s future.

TIME Magazine has chosen KPop Demon Hunters as its 2025 Breakthrough of the Year. The latest issue features an in-depth look at the show, with interviews from the cast and crew. The cover showcases a special illustration of the stars – Arden Cho as Rumi, May Hong as Mira, and Ji-young Yoo as Zoey (Huntr/x). You can see the cover image below.

The movie A Working Man, featuring Levon Cade, is currently a hit on Prime Video, ranking at #9 in the United States. It’s also proving popular with viewers around the world.

After the main events, a short scene after the credits shows three people visiting the original Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza. They’re looking for props to use in a haunted house and stumble upon the broken Springlock Bonnie suit – the one William Afton (played by Matthew Lillard) died in during the first movie – and decide to take it with them.

As a huge fan, I’ve been following the Venom movies since 2018, and it looks like things are changing! With the possibility of recasting Venom in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, @TheDoctorX11 on X has already shared their pick for who should play the next Spider-Man villain. It’s exciting to think about what’s next!