This Game of Thrones Original Won’t Appear in Season 8

For eight years now, Game of Thrones has been the hottest show on television. I mean, there are fire-breathing dragons after all. I jest, I jest. But, seriously, the battle for the Iron Throne has become a cultural phenomenon. Absolutely everyone  – looking at you, Ed Sheeran – has been dreaming and scheming of ways to be a part of the magic. However, there is one person who had the opportunity to appear on the show’s epic final season and turned it down.

By Kelle Long  |  February 28, 2019
New Game of Thrones Posters & Emojis Tease Final Season

The Game of Thrones poster has long been a staple of HBO’s marketing. They’re meant to tease, titillate, and tempt us to draw conclusions on who might live and who might die. They also serve as a reminder on who will play their part, big or small, in the upcoming season. A new batch of posters puts the remaining survivors on the Iron Throne, with each poster Tweeted out with a tagline for the character.

By Bryan Abrams  |  February 28, 2019

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Greta Director Neil Jordan on the Twisted Consequences of Loneliness

It’s somewhat of a cinephilic fantasy to be terrorized by Isabelle Huppert, who has made a career out of sadomasochistic affairs (The Piano Teacher), psychopathic matriarchy (Merci Pour le Chocolat), and unconventional rape revenge (Elle). It’s eerily perfect, then, that the French actress’ latest role is that of a stalker—a seemingly genial old lady named Greta who becomes increasingly attached to,

By Kristen Yoonsoo Kim  |  February 28, 2019
New Dark Phoenix Trailer Reveals Shocking Death of Beloved Character

You know from the opening seconds of the new Dark Phoenix trailer that Jean Grey (Sophie Turner)’s life is no longer totally her own. “Why did you make me do that” she weeps, speaking not so much to herself as to the Dark Phoenix force she now possesses. “She was my friend,” Jean cries. We then see Jean on the street being confronted, lovingly, by Mystique (Jennifer Lawrence.) Mystique tells Jean to focus on her voice.

By Bryan Abrams  |  February 28, 2019
Daenerys & Drogo Have a Game of Thrones Reunion at the Oscars

Danny + Khal forever! In addition to being Hollywood’s biggest night, the Academy Awards also serve as a great opportunity for co-stars and friends to reunite and catch up. Cue two of our favorites: Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke and Jason Momoa. The actors took some time out to reunite for a little family reunion and snapped a few pics.

Here’s the first one from Momoa’s Instagram below:

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So proud of you @emilia_clarke I love u with all my heart Aloha Drogo

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By Jessy Diamba  |  February 27, 2019
Brie Larson’s Sweet Comments on the Love Between Carol and Maria in Captain Marvel

When the fate of the world is at risk, it will take incredible acts of courage and compassion to save the planet. So what could motivate the most powerful person in the universe to put it all on the line? For Captain Marvel, love triumphs over all.

Tony and Pepper, Wanda and Vision, Peter and Gamora. There is no shortage of romantic pairs in the MCU, but we will see a story of a different kind of love story in Captain Marvel.

By Kelle Long  |  February 27, 2019
Kevin Feige Explains Why Avengers: Endgame‘s Title Was Kept Secret

What a time to be alive. We are witnessing the culmination of Phase 3 of Marvel Cinematic Universe. That’s ten years of action and adventure which has led to the titular endgame: defeating Thanos once and for all in Avengers: Endgame. A good portion of the film-loving world is anxiously awaiting to see how the Russo brothers will actually end this game. We know that we’ll get that answer when the epic three-hour showdown arrives in theaters on April 26.

By Jessy Diamba  |  February 27, 2019
Brit Marling’s Back in Netflix’s The OA: Part II Trailer

Brit Marling and Zal Batmanglij are back. The dynamic creative duo delivered the deliciously weird The OA for Netflix back in 2016. The series followed the blind Prairie Johnson (Marling), who disappears for seven years, only to return home with her sight restored. Prairie refused to tell her parents or the FBI what happened— instead, she devoted her time to a high school algebra teacher and a group of teenagers.

By The Credits  |  February 27, 2019
New Dark Phoenix Poster Revealed Ahead of Trailer

While nearly all the focus in the superhero world has been mostly Captain Marvel-related, there’s another super powerful superhero ready to rise. Fox has released a new poster for writer/director Simon Kinberg’s Dark Phoenix, starring Sophie Turner as the X-Men’s most potent mutant, Jean Grey. The poster hints at Jean’s divided nature, between her controlled self and the uncontrollable Dark Phoenix force.

The two different looks include two specific callouts: on the left-hand side,

By Bryan Abrams  |  February 27, 2019
Aquaman Star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Your New Candyman

Beware next time you look in the mirror. The Candyman is back.

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II must not have a fear of bees. Variety reports the Aquaman star has landed the coveted role as the new Candyman in the upcoming reboot produced by Jordan Peele. Abdul-Mateen will step into the role of the tortured soul who was murdered by a lynch mob and stung to death by bees.

By The Credits  |  February 26, 2019
A Parade of Pokémon Pop Up in New Detective Pikachu Trailer

There is a LOT to catch in the new Detective Pikachu trailer. The adventure mystery is going to be packed with all of our favorite Pokémon and each and every one looks glorious.

Apparently, humans living side by side with Pokémon companions is not strange to Tim Goodman (Justice Smith). It isn’t until a talking Pikachu (Ryan Reynolds) shows up that things seem really off. He’s got a little body, but a big attitude and an even bigger mystery to solve.

By Kelle Long  |  February 26, 2019
Disney Villains Set to Steal the Spotlight in New Disney+ Series

Maleficent, Ursula, Gaston, oh my! These characters would agree, it is good to be bad.

More news is coming out about Disney’s programming plans for its incoming Disney+ streaming service, out later this year. This time, the House of Mouse is switching over to the dark side, with plans to unite its most iconic evildoers for their very own series.

Disney has a wide variety of characters to choose from,

By Jessy Diamba  |  February 26, 2019
International Us Trailer is a Trail of Terrifying Images

Is the Wilson family hitting some bad luck? Or is there truly someone out to get them? A new international trailer for Us reveals even more freaky footage of the unsettling imposter movie.

The two-minute look at the film promises terror after terror. A family beach vacation with a few strange events leaves Adelaide (Lupita Nyong’o) feeling uneasy, but the nightmare has just begun. No one likes being replaced,

By Kelle Long  |  February 26, 2019

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Director Karyn Kusama Goes her Own Way

Director Karyn Kusama is one of Hollywood’s boldest voices. Her films are visually arresting, emotionally taxing and riveting to the last frame. Whether it’s a pugilist drama like Girlfight or a horror film like The Invitation, Kusama’s gifts bend genres to her will.

Her most recent film, Destroyer, was the year’s most unsettling crime thriller—by a mile. Starring Nicole Kidman in another impressive,

By Leslie Combemale  |  February 26, 2019
Kevin Feige Says Marvel’s Eternals Could Span Thousands of Years

Every day we inch closer and closer to the epic final chapter that will be Avengers: Endgame. The Russo Brothers three-hour conclusion to Marvel’s Phase 3 is the culmination of a whopping 22 films. It’s hard to imagine a larger film than Endgame, but it looks like Phase 4 and beyond will include films that make the scope of Endgame seem small-ish by comparison. 

By Jessy Diamba  |  February 26, 2019

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Celebrating The Little Mermaid‘s 30th Anniversary With Ariel

Thirty years ago, The Little Mermaid initiated the second golden age of Disney animated features, with a spectacular score, including what star Jodi Benson calls the “I dream” opening number that introduces us to the title character, “Part of Your World.” The young mermaid princess sings about wanting to explore the human world. “I want to be where the people are/I want to see/want to see ’em dancin’/Walkin’ around on those/(Whad’ya call ’em?) oh – feet.” 

Jodi Benson’s sweet voice brought Ariel to life,

By Nell Minow  |  February 26, 2019
Netflix Unveils First Teaser for Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman

The 91st Academy Awards was a hot night for trailers, and Netflix did not miss the opportunity. The streaming service chose to reveal a surprise teaser for The Irishman. The upcoming crime drama directed by Martin Scorsese reunites him with leading man Robert De Niro.

As you can see, there’s no actual footage of the film. This has only increased the hype, with the teaser immediately trending on YouTube and social media.

By Jessy Diamba  |  February 25, 2019
The 91st Academy Awards Were Packed with Powerful Moments

Wow, 2018 gave an incredible class of movies. It was a year that moved, inspired, thrilled and challenged us in innovative ways. We have been celebrating these filmmakers each day, but last night’s Oscars ceremony shone a light on the astonishing diversity and power in storytelling over the past year. BlacKkKlansman, The Favourite, A Star is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody,

By Kelle Long  |  February 25, 2019

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How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World‘s Creators on the Trilogy’s Epic Conclusion

Director Dean DeBlois always knew How to Train Your Dragon would be a three-part series where fans would see its main character Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) grow up and bond with a loveable dragon named Toothless. Now in its final chapter How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World illustrates how the animation has matured in complexity and detail alongside its resonating story of friendship.

“Dean had his mind set on a trilogy that would conclude with Hiccup and Toothless learning how to stand on their own feet,” says head of character animation Simon Otto.

By Daron James  |  February 25, 2019
New Trailer for The Lion King Drops During the Oscars

And the Oscar for Best Trailer Drop goes to…

Disney unveiled its newest trailer for upcoming summer blockbuster The Lion King on Sunday during the 91st Academy Awards, on Hollywood’s biggest night.

This follows last November’s rousing first look at the live-action remake, which became the second most-watched trailer in history in 24 hours, raking roughly 224.6 million views worldwide. Jon Favreau serves as director, after helming 2016’s hit live-action adaptation of The Jungle Book.

By Jessy Diamba  |  February 25, 2019