Chris Miller on 'TMNT: Mutant Mayhem' and the Future of Animation

The animation industry has seen plenty of hits in recent years, with what would normally be aimed towards children showing a wide appeal and taking more than a billion dollars at the box office. This summer alone,Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Versebecame one of the biggest movies of the year when Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) learned more about his role in the vast multiverse. But one of the producers of that film,Chris Miller, believes the future of the animation industry should rely on original ideas, voices, and style to keep finding success in an ever-expanding media landscape....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 527 words · Michael Johnson

Collider Ladies Night Returns to SDCC to Unveil First Looks at 3 Upcoming Genre Titles with "After Dark" Panel

Collider Ladies Nighthit a milestone last year atSan Diego Comic-Con. We did ourvery first live editionof the show withMelissa Barrera,Erika Henningsen, andKaty O’Brianin a packed house in one of the biggest rooms of the convention, Ballroom 20. We’re beyond thrilled to announce that Ladies Night is coming back for more in 2025. In partnership withIFC Entertainment Group, Collider Ladies Night returns to San Diego Comic-Con, but with a spin. This year, we’re hosting Collider Ladies Night After Dark and putting the spotlight on the women of the IFC Entertainment Group – encompassing the brands of The Independent Film Company,Shudderand RLJE....

July 17, 2025 · 5 min · 853 words · Victoria James

Does Laurie Strode Die in Halloween Ends?

Editor’s Note: the following contains major spoilers for Halloween Ends. The original so-called “final girl,” who has been put through one horrifying scenario after anotherfor several decades of various films across multiple timelines,Jamie Lee Curtis’ Laurie Strode has now arrived at what may be her last on-screen fight inHalloween Ends. She has faced down the terrifyingMichael Myersmany times before, though never quite like this. The biggest question facing this concluding chapter is whether she will be able to survive or, as she has once before, perish at the hands of The Boogeyman....

July 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1025 words · William Carroll

Enola Holmes: Mycroft's Dangerous Game Graphic Novel Gets Mysterious Trailer

There have been a ton of great adaptations of the Sherlock Holmes story over the decades. However, one of the more underrated films of late in this classic literary franchise has been Netflix’sEnola Holmes. The film starringStranger Things’Millie Bobby Brownas Sherlock’s younger sister Enola was based on the YA book series of the same name byNancy Springerand is receiving a sequel this November. However, if you can’t wait that long for a new adventure, you’re in luck....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 564 words · Ryan Santiago

Everything New on Disney Plus in June 2020

Disney+ has just revealed everything coming to the service in June and it’sa lot. There are brand new episodes of Disney+ originalsBe Our Chef(including the season finale), behind-the-scenes documentary seriesDisney Gallery: The Mandalorian,It’s a Dog’s Life with Bill Farmer, andOne Day at Disney, plus the debut of brilliant new documentary seriesInto the Unknown: Making of Frozen II, a surprisingly honest look at the last year of production on the Disney animated blockbuster....

July 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1297 words · Larry Berg

Friday Box Office: Dumbo Dissapoints with $15 Million

It’s time for this strong month at the movies to officially become the March of the Elephants, asTim Burton’sDumbohas lumbered its way into theaters. Right out of the gate, things are…notspectacularfor the live-action remake, which flew to $15.3 million on Friday night. (Only $2.6 million coming from Thursday previews.) Early estimates hadDumbosoaring past $50 in its debut weekend, but it’s looking now like the baby flying pachyderm might have trouble clearing that bar....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 323 words · Jessica Davis

Happy Trailer: Syfy's Bonkers Adaptation of Grant Morrison's Graphic Novel

If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like ifLaw & Order: SVU’s Detective Elliot Stabler had a complete psychotic breakdown, or ifWet Hot American Summer’s Gene decided to take up a law enforcement profession, you might have an idea of what awaits you in the new Syfy seriesHappy!StarringChristopher Meloni, of course, this adaptation ofGrant Morrison’s graphic (in both definitions of the word) novel features an ex-cop-turned-hitman who attempts to navigate his life post-near death experience with the aid of an imaginary blue flying horse named Happy....

July 17, 2025 · 2 min · 302 words · Danielle Miller

How Did Riley Leone Die? ‘Fire Country’s Most Important Death, Explained

Three seasons in,Fire Countryhas had multiple major side character deaths throughout its run so far. There was Rebecca (Fiona Rene) in Season 1,Cara (Sabina Gadecki) in Season 2,and most recently, Birch (Jeff Gladstone) in Season 3. Now, as of the end of Season 3, Vince (Billy Burke), Sharon (Diane Farr), and Walter’s (Jeff Fahey) lives are all in danger after Walter’s retirement facility caught on fire. Additionally, it has been rumored that Billy Burke isthe second of two cast members(the other beingStephanie Arcila) exiting the series in Season 4....

July 17, 2025 · 4 min · 777 words · Joshua Gonzales

I Need ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ To Actually Remember That Echo Exists

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for Daredevil: Born Again Episode 6.I’ve been genuinely impressed with howDaredevil: Born Againmanages to touch upon boththe originalDaredevilseriesand Marvel Television’s previous shows. There’s nods toHawkeye,including a cameo fromTony Dalton’s Jack Duquesne. The episode “With Interest” featured plenty of nods toMs. Marvel, and a hint that Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani)might be forming the Young Avengers. But for all the nods to previous MCU projects, it feels likeEchois getting the short end of the stick, and that’s very strange to me considering thatit not only set upDaredevil:Born Againbut also features a character with ties to Kingpin....

July 17, 2025 · 5 min · 866 words · Kristopher Yang

I Still Can't Believe They Got Away With This Moment In 'Deadpool & Wolverine'

Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ Sometimes a kiss with a fist is better than none, andDeadpool & Wolverineseems to have followed that philosophy. The film markets itself as a sloppy love letter to the Fox Marvel Universe and, more specifically, toHugh Jackman’s over 20-year-long run as Wolverine. you’re able to’t say itdoesn’tpay proper respect to those that paved the way for Marvel’s possibly-starting-to-wane success, butit spends an inordinate amount of time actively spitting on the same grave it’s laying flowers on....

July 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1523 words · Michael Edwards

Is iMovie Good for Beginners? A Professional Evaluation of Apple’s Video Editing Software

Looking for avideo editing toolthat’s both simple and powerful? If you own anApple device, you might already have access to iMovie. This free video editing software comes pre-installed on Mac computers and iOS devices, making it a convenient starting point for new creators.iMovie is good for beginners and casual video editors who need a straightforward tool with professional-looking results without a steep learning curve. Many users find thatiMovie offers plenty of featuresfor basic to intermediate video projects....

July 17, 2025 · 20 min · 4219 words · James Freeman

Is Joker Really Batman's Brother?

Major spoilers forJokerfollow below. WhileJokerwas billed as a standalone, wholly separate version of the titular DC Comics villain, the film makes some surprising revelations with regards to other famous DC characters—namely Bruce Wayne. Butgiven the ambiguity with which the film ends, are we to take these revelations as fact? ActorBrett Cullen, who plays Thomas Wayne in therecord-breaking film, has some insight. Jokertells the story of a lonely, mentally ill man named Arthur Fleck (Joaquin Phoenix) who slowly spirals into more disturbing and violent behavior, until he eventually takes on the moniker of Joker and inspires chaotic violence all across the streets of Gotham City with one publicly violent act: he shoots and kills TV host Murray Franklin (Robert De Niro) live on air....

July 17, 2025 · 4 min · 850 words · Jeffrey Sanchez

J.A. Bayona on Directing Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom

DirectorJ.A. Bayona’sJurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, already playing around the world, is opening this weekend in North America. Written byColin TrevorrowandDerek Connolly, the follow-up takes place three years after the events ofJurassic Worldand finds Owen (Chris Pratt) and Claire (Bryce Dallas Howard) returning to the now-abandoned Isla Nublar to rescue the remaining dinosaurs from a brewing volcano that threatens to make the animals extinct once again. But their expedition is not what it seems, and after uncovering a conspiracy, Owen and Claire find themselves in a race against greed, corporatism, and murderous dinosaurs....

July 17, 2025 · 3 min · 510 words · Nathan Alexander