Star Wars: The Last Jedi‘s Rian Johnson Talks With Hamilton Director Thomas Kail

Well here’s a precious little gem; The Star Wars Show got The Last Jedi writer/director Rian Johnson and Hamilton‘s director Thomas Kail together for a chat. One of the many lovely things about this conversation happens right at the opening; Kail jokes that Johnson’s current situation (hanging out at the super deluxe Skywalker Ranch working on the post-production of The Last Jedi) must be just like it was for Johnson on his film debut 

Doctor Strange Appears in new Thor: Ragnarok Trailer

The most striking part about this Japanese trailer for Thor: Ragnarok happens early on; Thor comes face-to-face with the Sorcerer Supreme, Doctor Strange. For Marvel fans, this meeting was already a well known (and very welcome) fact—at the end of Doctor Strange, a post-credits scene showed Thor showing up in New York, at Strange’s Sanctum Sanctorum, for a chat and a beer. While that scene was pure comedy,

Game of Thrones “Eastwatch” Smashes Ratings Record

“Eastwatch,” the most recent episode of Game of Thrones, blew away previous records for viewership – not even including venues like online streaming and those that record the show to DVR. This season’s premiere saw 10.1 million viewers, a number that pales in comparison to the 10.7 million viewers that tuned in for Eastwatch.

Some are surprised by this hike in ratings.

Arya’s Deadly new Dagger Reinforces the Importance of Valyrian Steel in Game of Thrones

Winter is upon Westeros, and the thing everyone actually needs (whether they know it or not) is Valyrian steel. With the Night King turning his attention toward the south, Valyrian steel blades are one of the few protections against his less-than-merry band of wights. Unfortunately, the blades are few and far between, thanks to the intricacies of the forging process being lost along with a lot of other things in the Doom of Valyria.

Louis C.K. Secretly Directed a Feature Film

Louis C.K. has pulled off another act of clandestine creativity. His next release will be a black and white movie called I Love You, Daddy that has previously gone unmentioned. The film came to light after its premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival was announced.

In this age of instant information, C.K. has become a master of secrecy racking up a string of projects that were completed without any publicity. Without fanfare, he dropped webseries 

The Next James Bond Will Be…Daniel Craig!

Yesterday, Daniel Craig made a shocking, positively shocking announcement on The Late Show. The seventh James Bond actor confirmed to host Stephen Colbert that he will be returning to the role in the franchise’s 25th installment. 

The news came as a surprise particularly following previous comments made by the actor. After the 2015 release of Bond film Spectre, Craig had some harsh words for the character that made him famous,

Is Ben Affleck Leaving Batman Behind After Justice League?

Siblings are good for many things. If you’re Casey Affleck, then you must know whether or not your brother Ben will continue playing Batman beyond the upcoming Justice League film. Right? Maybe not, if Casey’s recent interview on WEEI Sports Radio Network is anything to go off of. When asked point blank if Ben would be returning for the future solo Batman movie directed by Matt Reeves, The Batman, Casey’s initial response points to Ben bowing out of the role after Justice League.

Float Through the Sewers With Pennywise in It‘s new VR Experience

If you’re like us and have been waiting for Andy Muschietti‘s IT for what seems like a lifetime, than you’re no doubt enjoying the fresh deluge of materials Warner Bros. has been steadily releasing as we near the film’s September 8 release date. For those of you who didn’t catch the four-minute scene that screened before Annabelle: Creation this past weekend, you can make do with this, a virtual reality experience in which you can float through the Derry sewers,

Watch the First Trailer for Aaron Sorkin’s Directorial Debut Molly’s Game

When one of Hollywood’s most successful screenwriters makes his directorial debut, you assume the material must be rich, and in the case of Aaron Sorkin’s Molly’s Game, thats true in both the figurative and literal sense. 

Sorkin adapted the material from Molly Bloom’s memoir of the same title, which captured Bloom’s life from former Olympic-class skiier to the operator of the world’s most exclusive high-stakes poker game, which led to her becoming a target of the FBI.

Black Widow and Elektra’s Stunt Doubles Fight to See Who Would Win

Stunt performing requires incredible skill and athleticism, but the scenes they perform are usually so entertaining we forget we’re watching a trained professional. Last month we tagged along with super stuntwoman Annabel Wood who showed us some of her amazing skills, which she has plied on Game of Thrones, Wonder Woman and more. Now two crazy talented ladies from the Marvel universe gave fans a behind the scenes look at their incredible talents.

Godzilla 2 is Bringing Back This Terrifying Classic Weapon

Born in the age of the atomic bomb, Godzilla first stomped into theaters when fears of the destruction the powerful weapon might bring were at its peak. The 1954 film that started the mega monster franchise drew an allegory between the real world threat and the massive radioactive fire breathing lizard. The film also ended with a tragic, heroic, and wishful end to the obliteration. Trick ‘r Treat and Krampus director Mike Dougherty has now teased that the original weapon that brought down Godzilla may play a role in 

Is Gilly’s Possibly Deadly Discovery Game of Thrones‘ Most Important?

We’ve been trying to unpack the many major reveals in “Eastwatch,” Game of Thrones fifth episode this season. There was Gendry’s return, which will certainly have major ramifications for Jon’s war against the Night King. There was the hoarse whisperer himself Peter Littlefinger, and his machinations to tear the Stark sisters apart. And then, of course, there was Cersei’s revelation that she’s pregnant (and she’s telling the world Jaime’s the father),

Game of Thrones: Major Questions Following “Eastwatch”

Though Game of Thrones would be nothing without questions, this week it finally gave us a long-awaited answer: no, Gendry is not still rowing. In fact, he’s made himself quite useful in the years since we last saw him. But one answer does not an episode make, and Eastwatch provided viewers with some excellent questions.

Moving from south to north, we start at Oldtown, where Sam – and viewers – are being kept in the dark about some things.

What Does Gendry’s Return Mean for Game of Thrones?

Since Joe Dempsie’s attendance at the Game of Thrones Season 7 red carpet premiere, fans have had even more reason to hope for his character return to the show. Dempsie plays Gendry, the bastard of Robert Baratheon and a former ally of Arya Stark. As the opening credits rolled at the top of the fifth episode on Sunday night, the presence of Dempsie’s name confirmed Gendry’s long-awaited reappearance. And what a reintroduction it was.

Game of Thrones Episode 6 Teaser Pits Jon & Company Against Death

The trailer for Game of Thrones penultimate episode in Season 7 shows the massive showdown between Jon Snow’s fur-coated Dirty Half Dozen and the Night King’s Army of the Undead. Last night’s episode “Eastwatch” set this clash into motion, as Jon, Jorah, Gendry, Tormund, Beric, the Hound and Thoros headed out beyond the wall to try and snatch a Wight to bring back as proof that the dead are marching on Westeros.

Ingrid Goes West Blurs the Lines of Virtual and Reality in Our Own World

Social media has drastically changed the way in which people communicate with one another and it’s become a fascinating topic for filmmakers. There are a lot of ways technology has brought us together, but also a lot of pitfalls in dealing with the new reality. (Remember the Bryce Dallas Howard episode of Black Mirror?)

The latest exploration of how upping your followers can be cool or creepy is the black comedy 

Game of Thrones Recap: “Eastwatch”

First things first; the thing from last week’s episode, “The Spoils of War,” that no one really thought happened didn’t happen. Jaime Lannister is alive and unwell thanks to Bronn. The two men gasp and gossip on the beach (Bronn not only saved Jaime from Drogon’s fire, he also dragged him up from the depths of the river), Bronn, as always, appearing slightly amused while Jaime, who is quickly rising up Game of Thrones Brooding Ranks,

Gretchen Mol on Finding the Complexity in a Mother’s Story in A Family Man

In A Family Man, Gerard Butler plays an ambitious headhunter determined to win an important promotion – until his young son becomes critically ill and he has to rethink his priorities.  Gretchen Mol plays Butler’s wife and the mother of the sick child. In an interview with The Credits, she talked about what she learned from her extensive theater work (including a starring role in “Chicago” on Broadway) and how she made the too-often thankless role of the “you’re never home” wife into a real and complex character in this film.

TheWonder Woman Blu-ray & DVD Special Features You Need to Know About

Wonder Woman is coming to DVD and Blu-Ray, and everyone should be excited. This not only means the ability to rewatch the film obsessively, free from judgement and in the comfort of your pajamas, but also access to the tons of special features included on the discs. With a range of behind the scenes features, insights from director Patty Jenkins, and an epilogue, there are more extras than you can shake the “Godkiller” sword at.

Star Wars: The Last Jedi: New Carrie Fisher & Benicio Del Toro Character Details Revealed

Carrie Fisher might be gone, but Leia has not left the screen yet. With Star Wars: The Last Jedi hitting theaters this December, Fisher’s final appearance as the character marks a bittersweet moment for the series. Fortunately, it sound like Leia will be quite busy in the upcoming film, between dealing with the still-tenuous position of the Resistance, coping with the death of Han Solo, and facing off with Vice Admiral Holdo, a fellow Resistance leader played by Laura Dern.