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Jonah Wren Phillips and Sally Hawkins in ‘Bring Her Back (Photo credit: Ingvar Kenne / A24)

A couple of years ago, co-directors/brothers Danny and Michael Philippou made one of the creepiest movies in recent memory with Talk to Me. That put them squarely on the horror world’s radar, and everyone couldn’t wait to see what they’d do next. Well, their sophomore feature, Bring Her Back, is here.

Bring Her Back is about a visually impaired girl named Piper (Sora Wong) whose father suddenly passes away. Along with her stepbrother, Andy (Billy Barratt from Blinded by the Light), Piper is placed in a foster home with a woman named Laura (The Shape of Water’s Sally Hawkins), who has recently lost a child. From the start, Andy and Piper feel that their new home with Laura is a bit off, but the longer they stay, the more they...

The actor who is making her directorial debut with The Chronology of Water at the Cannes film festival says ‘we should expect the worst and fight for the best’

Kristen Stewart has described President Donald Trump’s effect on the film industry as “terrifying” and said that “we should expect the worst”.

In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter as her feature directing debut The Chronology of Water screened at the Cannes film festival, Stewart said: “We’re living in a world that’s folding in on itself by the split second … we’re all looking over our shoulders going: ‘Holy shit.’ The slippage is just terrifying.”...

Toronto, On — May 14, 2025

As the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) celebrates its 50th edition this year, the organization is digging into its own archives—not just to reflect, but to narrate its own cinematic story. The initiative, aptly titled “The TIFF Story in 50 Films,” offers a sweeping retrospective that doubles as both a history lesson and a celebration of the thousands of films that have shaped TIFF over the decades.

Curated by TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey, the list of 50 films isn’t just another “greatest hits” compilation. “Lists are ridiculous, of course, but they’re also irresistible,” Bailey admits. Yet behind the irresistible impulse to rank and remember lies a deeper aim: to understand TIFF’s evolving identity through five decades of bold programming, audience connection, and artistic risk.

A Narrative in 50 Frames

Bailey, who began his TIFF journey programming Canadian films in 1990 and eventually rose to lead the organization,...

Welcome back, Taro Sakamoto. Netflix has now released its explosive debut main trailer for Sakamoto Days Part 2, officially set to premiere on July 14, 2025.

After recently revealing the anime's release date in a behind-the-scenes featurette, Netflix again confirmed the upcoming arrival of new Sakamoto Days episodes with an action-packed trailer. While still possessing some of its comedic tone, the latest Sakamoto Days trailer is the most serious depiction of the popular Shonen Jump series by Netflix and animation studio Tms Entertainment. It's also the most action-oriented, which fans complained about lacking in Part 1's early marketing.

Sakamoto Days Part 2 Main Anime Trailer Release Teases More Action, Comedy & Drama

In the new Netflix trailer, Sakamoto's dark past as a legendary former hitman continues to come back and bite him in the you-know-where as he tries to hold on to his happy, mundane life as a married convenience store owner. The biggest...

The wait is almost over. Brand-new episodes of Sakamoto Days are coming very soon, as Netflix teased in its latest behind-the-scenes featurette, alongside a release date reveal for Part 2 of the hit anime series.

Netflix released a new behind-the-scenes clip of Sakamoto Days across its social media channels, including YouTube and X (formerly Twitter). The clip breaks down the production process of Lu Shaotang's introduction scene in the anime, which occurs in Episode 2, "Vs. Son Hee and Bacho." Following the fascinating animation insight shared by the series' director and animation producer, a release date for Sakamoto Days Season 1, Part 2 was revealed. The breakout Shonen Jump anime series will officially return with new episodes on Netflix on July 14, 2025.

Netflix Reveals Release Date for Sakamoto Days Part 2, Which May Come With More 'Painful Memories'

Masaki Watanabe, the anime director of Sakamoto Days, discussed Lu’s introduction alongside animation producer Genki Ito. According to Ito,...

Exclusive: Arden Cho (Partner Track) and Margaret Cho (Dying for Sex) have signed on to star in Cheap Af, a romantic comedy from first-time feature director Roy Hsu, who also penned the script.

Cheap Af tells the story of a money-saving influencer (Arden Cho) seeking her big break, who risks losing her wedding and relationships when she goes all out to win Wedding Magazine’s “Best Wedding on a Budget” social media competition.

In a statement to Deadline, Hsu observed that “America is a melting pot, and many immigrants share common experiences regardless of race—parents chasing better futures, valuing education, and, yes, saving every penny.” His hope with the film has been “to tell a comedic bridezilla story about two women competing for the cheapest wedding, though at its core, the film is about letting go of the past and discovering what truly matters—all through an Asian-American lens...

Amapiano star Tyla has released “Bliss” a new single she first previewed during her second Coachella set. Listen to the steamy song below.

“Bliss” was produced by Nolan Lambroza, Dylan Wiggins, and NovaWav. Over some flirtatious lyrics, Tyla sings about a lover she never wants to part with: “You take me to bliss/ Never felt a love like this.”

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Last month, the South African pop star made her debut debuted at Coachella 2025. She is next set to play two festival slots in June at Governors Ball in New York and Bonnaroo in Tennessee.

Tyla’s 2024 self-titled debut album brought hits like “Water” and “Truth or Dare,” with the former earning the inaugural Grammy for Best African Music Performance. Later that year, she released a deluxe edition of Tyla, which included the track “Push 2 Start.” More recently, she contributed to K-pop star Lisa’s debut album Alter Ego...

This Sunday will be Titania Davenport’s third Mother’s Day without her son, Kirshnik Khari Ball, the Migos visionary more widely known as Takeoff. Ball was shot dead as an innocent bystander, police say, when an argument broke out after a private party at a Houston bowling alley in November 2022. His alleged murderer has been indicted, with a pre-trial hearing scheduled for May 28.

“The first one, I did not want to be bothered,” she says about Mother’s Day 2023, just months after Takeoff’s death. Then, last year, she managed to cook.

In Avatar: The Way of Water, we saw Jake Sully, Neytiri, and their family escape the human threat by finding shelter with the ocean-dwelling Metkayina clan. But the film’s biggest emotional moment came at the end, when their oldest son, Neteyam, was killed.

He died just as he was stepping into adulthood, and the loss left the Sully family heartbroken, especially Neytiri.

Now, in Avatar: Fire and Ash, that pain is still very real. Zoe Saldaña, who plays Neytiri, says her character is still struggling deeply with the loss.

“That pain is seamlessly followed up on,” she tells Empire. “And because it doesn’t really have anywhere to go, and doesn’t go away, rage can also come from it. [The Sullys] are going to be tested as a family.”

Related: James Cameron Confirms ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Will Be Even Longer Than ‘Way of Water’

Empire also shared the...

I Got Them Pegged: "This Found-Footage Web Series Feels Like a Lost VHS You Weren’t Supposed to Find

There’s a YouTube channel out there where two siblings record themselves investigating a series of neighborhood mysteries. They’re not professionals. They’re not influencers. They might not even know what they’re doing. And yet, I Got Them Pegged — a DIY found-footage comedy series styled like a stack of cursed VHS tapes — might be one of the most unexpectedly charming things you’ll stumble across this year.

The show, which just released its third episode, is built to feel like something you’d find unlabeled in a thrift store bin: off-kilter, obsessive, and deeply homemade. But under the analog crust and static is a warm, weird, sharply funny mystery series that blends genre tropes with pure lo-fi heart.

Created by filmmaker John Strelec and starring Jeni Reed as Peg...

If you’ve ever wanted to watch Dean Winchester and McSteamy team up to save the world, your moment has finally arrived.

Prime Video’s new action series Countdown appears to be handcrafted for TV Fanatics like you.

Starring Jensen Ackles and Eric Dane, Countdown is set to premiere June 25, and it looks every bit as chaotic, heroic, and ridiculously good-looking as you’d hope.

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Created by Derek Haas, the mind behind the One Chicago and FBI franchises, Countdown kicks off when a Homeland Security officer is murdered in broad daylight.

Enter Detective Mark Meachum (Ackles), who is recruited into a top-secret task force alongside elite agents pulled from every corner of law enforcement.

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One of action movies’ most underrated stars is all set to continue to bring the thrills in a new horror action foray. Chad Michael Collins, who remains one of the most elite action stars after leading (and continuing to lead) the long-running Sniper franchise since 2011, will star in Recoil, which combines action thriller with supernatural horror for what’s sure to be a genre gem.

Recoil is set to be directed by Nick Robertson (The Pack) with Michael Robertson and Chris Wheeldon serving as producers following their previous collaboration on the survival thrillerBlack Water, which boasts a score of 80% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. As per a report by Deadline, Recoil will be set in an “unforgiving desert” and is described as a “relentless war thriller with a mind-bending supernatural twist that will grip you from the first frame and never let go.”

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Janelle Brown and her daughter, Maddie Brown Brush, from Sister Wives obtained land for a flower farm in North Carolina. However, as time goes by, TLC fans are convinced it’s already a failure. Read on to find out why.

The Flower Farm Is Dead In The Water?

Fans were so excited for Janelle when they found out about Taeda Farms. And, they certainly wished her and Maddie Brown a lot of success. However, as time goes by, it seems that it’s still just a dream, and likely to remain just that.

Fans really wanted a success story for them. But this weekend, on Reddit, disappointing news earned the reality TV stars some backlash. Sharing some screenshots, the Op decided that it won’t amount to anything more than an excuse to sell some merch.

Disappointment in the Teada Farms project – Reddit

In part, they wrote:

I never believed in then (sic) tbh lol.

Tyla brought the “bliss” when she hit the stage on the first night of Coachella’s second weekend, performing a new song during her set.

The South African star sat on the stairs on the stage at the fest on Friday to deliver the smoldering track, which traverses the all-encompassing desire to be near and with the person you love.

“I don’t want to be nowhere without you/Baby, I don’t want to let you out my sight/I don’t want to, I don’t want to ever break away from you,...

On Tuesday 15 April 2025, BBC One broadcasts Rip-Off Britain!

Water Bills Are Going Up, But What’s it All Being Spent On? Season 17 Episode 2 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Rip-Off Britain,” titled “Water Bills Are Going Up, But What’s it All Being Spent On?” promises to tackle a pressing issue affecting many households. This episode will air on BBC One and is set to shine a light on the frustrations of residents facing significant increases in their water bills.

In this episode, the team will meet with angry residents who have been informed that their water bills will rise by 47 percent over the next five years. This news comes shortly after these same residents dealt with severe flooding caused by sewage in their homes. For many, this marks the third time in just over a decade that they have faced such a distressing situation.

The program will explore the...

As well as leading the phenomenal Game of Thrones spin-off series, House of the Dragon, British actor, Emma D'Arcy is now set to appear alongside action star Tom Cruise in his next movie. The film was announced in December last year, with Birdman's Alejandro G. Iñárritu set to direct. Details about the project are scarce, but D'Arcy is the latest to be added to the movie's phenomenal cast.

The news comes via an official statement D'Arcy released to Deadline. "I’m delighted to be working with such extraordinary and exacting artists as Alejandro and Tom," they began. "They are the masters of their craft, and witnessing them in combination has been a privilege." Production on Iñárritu and Cruise's new movie is currently underway in Pinewood Studios in the UK. While the title hasn't been revealed, the film already has a release date. The new movie is set to...

The stage is set for an epic rematch between Black Frieza and the Z-warriors in Dragon Ball Super. However, Goku and Vegeta might not be the strongest fighters of their friend's group.

Toyotarou, Dragon Ball Super’s official artist and presumptive new writer, was interviewed for the April 4, 2025, release of Volume 24. The newly released volume collects the remaining chapters of the manga’s adaptation of the Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie from 2022. Most notably, it includes the special one-shot issue released in February 2025 that details the superhero origins of Goten and Trunks, inspired by the late Akira Toriyama.

Dragon Ball Super's Toyotarou Refuses to Confirm Which Character Is Strongest Image via Shueisha Inc.

The official Dragon Ball website interviewed Toyotarou about the release of Volume 24, which features Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo and Broly on the front cover in their strongest forms (so far). Meanwhile, an image of Black...

Which Flop Horror Movie Was Jennifer Lawrence A Part Of? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Jennifer Lawrence might’ve ruled red carpets and awards seasons, but even Oscar winners have those “let’s pretend that didn’t happen” moments. For Lawrence, that moment came wrapped in horror, clichés, and a house with a tragic backstory. Yep, House at the End of the Street had her cringing, and she didn’t even try to hide it.

While collecting praise for American Hustle in 2013, Lawrence tossed in a self-deprecating jab that left fans laughing and critics nodding. In an open letter to the New York Film Critics Circle (via CheatSheet), she joked, “The critics have been very kind to me thus far in my career. But I guess I’m not receiving this for House at the End of the Street, so you guys must have missed that one, right?” And just like that,...

From facing angry mobs in Varanasi to fielding calls from George Lucas, Oscar-nominated filmmaker Deepa Mehta has built a fearless career challenging cultural taboos — and at 74, she’s not slowing down.

In a wide-ranging conversation ahead of her career retrospective “Through the Fire: The Films of Deepa Mehta” at Toronto’s TIFF Cinematheque, the filmmaker sat down with Variety to discuss her journey from reluctant cinephile to celebrated auteur whose works have consistently challenged social and political norms over the last 30 years.

“Should I be retiring instead of doing work?” Mehta jokes when asked about the retrospective. “No, too much,” she quickly adds, dismissing the notion of slowing down with characteristic determination.

The Indo-Canadian director, whose films frequently examine divisions – between countries, communities and within individuals themselves – traces her cinematic roots to childhood days spent in her father’s movie theater in the Punjab.

“I grew up with films. My...

Mercedes-Benz recently unveiled its new Cla model at a star-packed event in Rome, Italy, but the car’s best-in-class features and innovative design weren’t the only surprises the automobile company had in store for guests. Grammy Award-winning singer Tyla made an unexpected appearance at this World Premiere and performed some of her biggest hits for attendees (in front of a drone-covered skyline), including her viral song “Water.”

After the mini-concert, Rolling Stone sat down with the South African musician to discuss everything from her pre-show rituals to what her...

One Piece's lengthy storyline is divided into story arcs to facilitate understanding for audiences. The exact division is always up for debate, but many understand that an arc begins when Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates land on an island, country, or region and ends when they make their final departure.

These arcs are then grouped into more immense sagas. The sagas explore the goal the Straw Hats are pursuing across multiple islands or the general region of the One Piece world the Straw Hats are engaging with. These sagas each have an ending that has profoundly impacted One Piece's story, showing that no saga is worth skipping.

One Piece Begins With the East Blue Saga East Blue Covers the Romance Dawn Arc to the Loguetown Arc

The East Blue Saga is the start of One Piece and the beginning of Luffy's crew assembly. Luffy meets Zoro, Nami,...

Soft drink brand Oasis has announced a new collaboration with One Piece, turning its popular fruit-flavored drinks into the Straw Hat crew members just in time for spring.

Oasis also ran a successful collaboration last year with Naruto Shippuden, now looking to follow it up with another successful crossover by turning its fruit characters into some of the most popular Straw Hat Pirates. In celebration of the limited-edition drinks, Oasis has released an animated commercial that utilizes the first opening of One Piece, "We Are," and adds some fun Oasis-flavored animation to it, transforming all the major characters into some variety of fruit.

One Piece & Oasis Cross Over for New Limited-Edition Fruity Release

Notably, despite showcasing the entire Thousand Sunny crew during the commercial, the final shot featuring the available drinks only shows four, with a fifth can hidden and marked as "available soon." While some of the fruit choices aren't entirely clear,...

Anna Sawai has responded to rumors that have her pegged to play Yoko Ono in the upcoming set of Beatles films from director Sam Mendes.

“I think a rumor is just a rumor,” the actress said backstage at the SAG Awards, following her latest big award win for her breakout role in FX’s Shōgun.

In discussing her next professional steps, Sawai told Deadline, “I’m still trying to figure out what I want to do, so I’m reading a lot of scripts. I’m also doing a lot of meetings and I just want to make sure that what I’m choosing is the right thing. So it might take time for me to find the right project, but I’m trying to be selective so that I can surprise everyone who’s going to watch it.”

We were first to report on the four Beatles movies Mendes...

After nearly one year of absence, the Dragon Ball Super manga is finally back with a brand-new chapter. Chapter 104 digs deep into Goten and Trunks' fascination with superheroes.

Dragon Ball Super Chapter 104 went live on the digital reading services for Viz Media and Manga Plus on Feb. 19, 2025. The new chapter, "The Birth of Saiyaman X," explains why Goten and Trunks became superheroes as Gohan did in Dragon Ball Z. While their superhero identities are based on the Great Saiyaman, Goten and Trunks' new personas are actually inspired by another figure.

RelatedDragon Ball Super Chapter 104 Wastes One Year of Hype on an Unnecessary Origin Story

Dragon Ball Super's momentous manga return falls short of expectations with a playful Goten and Trunks story that doesn't amount to much.

Dragon Ball Super Chapter 104's Trunks and Goten Are Inspired by More Than Great Saiyaman

In Dragon Ball Super Chapter 104, Trunks is motivated...

Dragon Ball Super readers will never look at Gohan the same way again after the release of Chapter 104. The brand-new chapter of the manga, which has been on hiatus for nearly a year, reveals a surprising truth about the young adult son of Goku.

Viz Media and Manga Plus officially releasedDragon Ball Super Chapter 104 on their respective digital platforms for readers in North America. This latest release is the first new chapter since Chapter 103 on March 20, 2024. Chapter 104, "The Birth of Saiyaman X," reveals how Goten and Trunks became interested in living out their superhero fantasies. However, it also shines the spotlight on Gohan, formerly the Great Saiyaman.

RelatedDragon Ball Super Quietly Makes Dbz's Other World Tournament Saga (& Possibly Pikkon) Canon

Dragon Ball Super's brand-new chapter hints that a fan-favorite anime filler from Dragon Ball Z is now canon in the franchise.

Dragon Super Reveals the Great Saiyaman Isn't Gohan's...

Dragon Ball Super is back and making big changes to the series’ canon. Viz Media has officially released Chapter 104 online, and it features a surprising Dragon Ball Z cameo.

After nearly a one-year hiatus, Dragon Ball Super has released a brand-new chapter that completely wraps up its adaptation of the Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero movie from 2022. This special one-shot chapter, titled "The Birth of Saiyaman X," reveals how Goten and Trunks became superheroes -- or more specifically, about how Trunks became invested in the world of superheroes. However, this chapter also features a surprising cameo that fans never suspected of ever seeing again from Dragon Ball Z.

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One Piece returns to the Boston Red Sox's Fenway Park for an anime crossover night, promising fan experiences and limited-edition merch.

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Tyla is responding to criticism.

The 23-year-old “Water” singer opened up in a new cover story for British Vogue, out now.

During the discussion, she addressed backlash she received for handing off her award at the 2024 MTV VMAs because it was heavy, comments she made about herself in the past, security detail and losing anonymity, and much more.

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On the MTV VMAs, and how her decision to hand the trophy to Lil Nas X, because it was too heavy, was lambasted:

“When people were telling me I’m entitled, I was very confused because I was just asking Lil Nas, who is a friend, to help me hold it while I was giving the speech. Guys, those awards are very heavy! And at that moment, I had an important message. I really didn’t want to be focused on struggling to hold this award.

The Hong Kong International Film Festival Society has rounded out its 2025 Hkiff Industry Project Market with eight new titles, bringing the total to 48 projects, the highest in recent years. The expansion includes six animation features and two Indonesian projects, bolstering the market’s presence in Asian film development.

Set to run March 17-19 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre alongside FilMart, the market has seen a 60% jump in animation submissions compared to last year. The animation slate features both industry veterans and emerging talents, including Hong Kong director Toe Yuen whose “A Mighty Adventure” was shot live in Taiwan with 90% of computer animation completed in Malaysia.

Among the other works-in-progress are China’s “Min” by Li Jiajia, a professor at the School of Animation and Games of the China Academy of Art, with Liu Jian producing (whose “Have a Nice Day” and “Art College 1994” both competed at Berlin...

In this This Day That Year feature Subhash K Jha looks back at Chingari, starring Sushmita Se, which ompletes 17 Years On February 17th.

Kalpana Lajmi’s Chingari about oppression and justice boasted of an interesting central performance by Sushmita Sen. Reformist cinema seemed to be the order of the day. First, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra’s chic spin Rang De Basanti on the cult of political radicalism. Far away from home, Deepa Mehta has styled a lucid, lyrical drama on female rehabilitation called Water. Kalpana Lajmi styled a clarion call for socio-religious reform in the nexus between religion and sexual oppression in Chingari.

Based on a short story by composer-lyricist Bhupen Hazarika, Chingari brings Lajmi back to form in the ferociously flaming colours of black blue and dread. Set in a village, the film’s excellent though uneven cinematography (by Vishal Sinha) revolves around a group of prostitutes. Though the camaraderie...

Manorama, who was known for her comic and negative roles, never got her due from the Hindi film industry. Now when, seventeen years after her death, memes are devoted to her comic virtuosity. It is emphatically tragic that she died in penury.

Hema Malini, who was ‘tortured’ by Manorama in Ramesh Sippy’s Seeta Aur Geeta, remembers the senior actress fondly. “She was so convincing as my wicked aunt; the audience hated her for torturing poor Seeta, and that was me. I remember there was a scene where she makes me undrape my saree. I was shaken after that scene. So evil on screen! But such a warm, friendly human being in real life.”

Sadly, the Indian moviegoing audience largely confuses the actor for the character and the character for the performance. Another brilliant actress, Shashikala, was hated by the public as she largely played negative characters. Sharmila Tagore once...

In the upcoming episode of “The Way Home,” titled “Smoke on the Water,” the Landry family finds themselves at a crossroads. As the eighth episode of Season 3, it promises to delve deep into the complexities of their past. With recent revelations shaking their foundation, the family must confront truths that were hidden for far too long.

Viewers can expect emotional moments as each member of the Landry family processes the new information. The dynamics within the family will be tested as they grapple with the reality that their history is not what it seemed. The episode is set to explore themes of trust, forgiveness, and the importance of facing one’s past.

As the clock ticks down to the episode’s air time, anticipation builds. Fans of the show will be eager to see how the Landry family navigates these turbulent waters. With heartfelt storytelling and relatable characters, “Smoke on...

With One Piece entering its Final Saga (though it might take a while to end), Luffy’s growth from a young boy with a dream to a real captain and now Emperor of the Sea is impeccable. He didn’t achieve this all by himself, but thanks to his crew, the Straw Hat Pirates.

Luffy’s battles have also helped him recognize his shortcomings as captain, but one, in particular, stands out amongst them: Luffy vs Usopp. In the Water 7 Arc, the sniper challenges his captain to a fight and then decides to leave the crew.

Usopp vs Luffy from One Piece. [Credit: Toei Animation]

It was only after the Post-Enies Lobby Arc that Usopp wished to join back, and Luffy was about to let him. However, it was Luffy’s vice-captain, Roronoa Zoro, that made the young boy realize he shouldn’t be swayed that easily after Usopp disrespected his leadership.

Three years after the success of Avatar: The Way of Water, and 16 years since the release of the first installment, James Cameron will premiere Avatar: Fire and Ash later this year. Ahead of the new film's premiere, a brand-new look teases a new location.

The upcoming third installment will be the final one on Pandora, with the upcoming two installments, 2029's Avatar 4 and 2031's Avatar 5, set to take place on Earth. There is still a long way to go, and the new film will further explore Pandora. In new images released via Empire, the critically acclaimed filmmaker proves not all's green and tropical on Pandora.

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Director James Cameron says Avatar 3 will take audiences to "places they won't expect".

The third installment will take the characters on more exploring. If the second film saw Jake Sully...

Sir David Attenborough returns to television with Mammals, a new six-part series exploring the remarkable dominance of mammals across the planet. The 2024 series will air this week on Channel Nine, The documentary looks at a range of different habitats, The episodes are named as: Dark, The New Wild, Water, Cold, Heat and Forest. From […]

David Attenborough’s ‘Mammals’: New Channel 9 Series Explores Animal Success...

Never judge a book by its cover and an anime character by their looks in episode 1. Most of the time, what you see initially is just the under-developed version of what the character will become later. The anime world is full of individuals whose glow-ups will snatch your wig.

These glow-ups are not just about their looks; it’s also about their growth in personality and power. This journey of being the weakest to the strongest is worth a watch, and here are the top 5 anime glow-ups that are bound to surprise you.

Koby (One Piece) One Piece Koby before and after | Credits: Toei Animation

Koby’s first appearance was as a timid little boy in the Romance Dawn arc of One Piece. He was a ship caretaker for the Alvida Pirates and lived in forced servitude. Luffy, in his straightforward manner, called him useless, stupid, and wimpy.

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Avatar: Fire and Ash is the final go-round for the titular adventure franchise in Pandora before moving to Earth for future sequels. And, if one producer of the upcoming blockbuster is to be believed, the film's run in Pandora will end in a bang with a climactic battle "for the ages."

Speaking with Empire, Fire and Ash producer Ben Procter ramped up the anticipation for the threequel by claiming the film's upcoming end battle will blow away what fans saw in the last sequel, The Way of Water. According to Procter, Fire and Ash's third act will see a battle that makes what happened in The Way of Water seem like "nothing but a skirmish" when it happens. In Fire and Ash, Procter said, “We’re going to see an airborne and water-borne battle for the ages, as the Pandoran forces and Rda clash in a really interesting environment.”

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What the heck is James Cameron cooking up with "Avatar: Fire and Ash"? That's for the acclaimed filmmaker to know and the rest of us to find out when we finally return to Pandora at the end of 2025. Although much of the highly-anticipated threequel's plot remains under lock and key, the director is at least cracking open the door and letting fans catch a glimpse of what's in store. We know that the follow-up film to "Avatar: The Way of Water" will be adding to the diversity of the indigenous Na'vi, introducing an antagonistic Ash Clan known as the Mangkwan. It's been widely reported that the blockbuster will expand its ensemble cast and bring in significant figures played by Oona Chaplin, Edie Falco (who briefly appeared in the previous film), and more. But, for the first time, we're getting a look at a very different new character: a high-flying Na'vi...

No experience on Pandora looks as joyous as taking to those colourful skies. No wonder Avatar and The Way Of Water often found Jake Sully and his Na’vi pals hopping on their ikrans to soar over all those lush jungles and oceans. But in the upcoming Avatar: Fire And Ash, prepare for an all-new kind of aerial travel, the sort that would make for a perfect Pandoran vacation. The Wind Traders, or Tlalim Clan, are a new group of Na’vi who traverse the lush moon on gigantic jellyfish-like creatures – and chief among them, quite literally, is Peylak, played by none other than David Thewlis.

Yes, contrary to rumour, Thewlis is not playing a foe from the Mangkwan ‘Ash’ Clan, but a cool, colourful chieftan with one hell of a dress sense.

“They’re upbeat, happy, colourful,” Avatar: Fire And Ash’s costume designer Deborah L. Scott tells Empire of Peylak’s people.

The zany conspiracy comedy Operation Taco Gary’s is set to launch at the European Film Market this year, according to Deadline. The film rights to the comedy has recently been acquired by Archstone Entertainment and the company will be taking it to the EFM to find international distributors. Operation Taco Gary’s made its debut at the Austin Film Festival and stars Simon Rex, known for Red Rocket and Scary Movie 3, and Brenda Song, who has appeared in The Social Network and will be starring alongside Kate Hudson in Running Point.

Per Deadline, “The story follows conspiracy theorist Danny (Rex) and his skeptical brother Luke (Milligan) as they set out on a cross-country road trip and uncover a global plot that leads them to unassuming fast food chain Taco Gary’s — only to discover it’s the secret base of operations for an alien race intent on taking over the planet.

Exclusive: Magenta Light Studios, the recently announced production and distribution company of Crash producer Bob Yari, has acquired domestic rights from Arclight Films to Deep Water, a new thriller directed by Renny Harlin (The Strangers trilogy), which stars Aaron Eckhart (Sully) and Ben Kingsley (Gandhi).

The film, written by Pete Bridges (Aurora) and John Kim (Bait), will be released in theaters this year. It follows an eclectic group of international passengers whose plane, en route from L.A. to Shanghai, is forced to make an emergency landing in shark-infested waters. The terrified group is forced to work together and overcome their differences if they hope to escape their sinking plane and the frenzy of sharks drawn to the wreckage.

Others in the cast include Molly Belle Wright (Sundance ’25’s Omaha), Angus Sampson (The Lincoln Lawyer) and Kelly Gale (Plane). A Simmons/Hamilton Production, launched by Kiss co-founder Gene Simmons and Gary Hamilton,...

On Wednesday February 5 2025, Outd broadcasts Fishing University!

Boundary water smallmouth Season 18 Episode 6 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Fishing University” titled “Boundary Water Smallmouth” promises to be an exciting adventure for fans of the show. This episode features hosts Ben and Charlie as they take on the challenge of fishing solo in the Boundary Waters. The setting offers beautiful scenery, but the changing weather and tough fishing conditions add an extra layer of difficulty to their trip.

As Ben and Charlie navigate the waters, they face unexpected challenges that test their skills and patience. With the weather shifting, it becomes clear that fishing will not be as easy as they had hoped. Viewers can expect to see how they adapt to these conditions and what strategies they employ to catch smallmouth bass.

This episode will highlight the importance of preparation and flexibility in fishing. Ben and Charlie’s determination to succeed,...

Anime that dive into a dystopian version of Earth always have a high-stakes story that leaves viewers at the edge of their seat. Stories set in an apocalyptic environment provide a great way to explore the beautiful and ugly sides of humanity.

Normally, in dystopian settings, humanity is at the brink of extinction, and each decision a character makes can either lead to the world being saved or the death of a comrade. It's not often fans of anime see a female protagonist being the icon of an apocalyptic anime, but when they are, it offers a whole other different perspective.

RelatedShonen Jump Reveals 9 Big Hit Series to Lead "New Power Generation" From 2025

Shonen Jump is launching a new campaign to promote nine major manga and anime IPs, including smash-hits like Kagurabachi and Sakamoto Days.

Shizuru Is Both Reckless and Brave to a Fault in Train to the End of the World...

There’s a saying that goes, “You can’t judge a book by its cover.” Yet, far too often, people look at the outward signs of a person’s beliefs, and, with one quick brushstroke, label an entire group of individuals. But what happens when someone dares to peel back the layers and show the gritty truth beneath?

Taylor Sheridan, the unapologetic Oscar-nominated screenwriter behind Hell or High Water, has boldly taken on this very challenge, all while exposing a silent undercurrent of rural America that often goes unnoticed—or worse, misjudged.

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Through his film, Sheridan highlights the real struggles of people in small towns, who face economic hardship and neglect, and who feel their voices are ignored by mainstream elites. He criticizes how pundits like Bill Maher lump entire regions together, assigning political beliefs to people based on assumptions.

Jeopardy!‘s Tournament of Champions is underway and the competition is already heating up as returning players David Erb, Grant DeYoung, and Amy Hummel went head-to-head in the January 28th match. The game was pretty evenly matched by the end of the first round with Amy entering Double Jeopardy with 2,200, Grant with 2,800, and David with 3,000 points. But things got a little more serious during that second round as David added some major points during the second Daily Double and Grant followed suit with the third Daily Double of the game. Jeopardy!, Inc. In the end, Amy entered Final Jeopardy with 6,600, Grant with 3,200, and David with 7,200, meaning it was almost anyone’s game to win, with David holding a slight edge. But the round proved to be much more challenging than initially believed as all three players provided the wrong response to the clue from the category “Palindromic Dates,” which read,...

The stars are stepping out for Paris Fashion Week!

Tyla posed for the cameras as she arrived at the Jacquemus Menswear Fall-Winter 2025/2026 Fashion Show on Sunday (January 26) in Paris, France.

For the show, the 22-year-old “Water” singer showed off some major skin in a cutout black dress.

Other stars in attendance at the fashion show included Pamela Anderson, Anna Wintour, Odell Beckham Jr, supermodel Carla Bruni, Monster actor Nicholas Alexander Chavez, “Burning” singer Tems, Xo, Kitty actor Sang Heon Lee, TikTok star Bach Buquen, “Oscar Winning Tears” singer Raye, and Korean rapper Hongjoong.

If yo missed it, Pamela just recently spoke out after she was snubbed by the Oscars despite receiving rave reviews for her role in The Last Showgirl.

Click through the gallery inside for 30+ pictures of the stars at the fashion show…...

On Sunday January 26 2025, ABC broadcasts The American Athlete!

Episode 1 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “The American Athlete” promises to be an exciting showcase of talent and determination. Airing on ABC, this episode features three remarkable athletes from different sports, each with their own story to tell.

First, viewers will meet Alan Cleland, an Olympic surfer known for his incredible skills on the waves. Cleland’s journey to the Olympics has been filled with challenges, and he has worked hard to reach the highest level of his sport. His passion for surfing and the ocean shines through as he shares his experiences and the dedication it takes to compete at such a high level.

Next, the episode will highlight Pharaoh Brown, an NFL player who has made a name for himself on the football field. Brown’s story is one of resilience and perseverance. He will discuss his journey through...

From Marineford, Water 7, and Enies Lobby to Alabasta, Eiichiro Oda has written some great arcs for One Piece. Wano might not be the best arc, but it is definitely among the top 10. Kaido, the overarching villain of Wano, on the other hand, is a completely different topic.

Kaido has often been tagged as an honorable villain in One Piece. He respects strong fighters and dislikes underhanded tactics. He also craves to meet someone who can put an end to him through a good fight. But is everything really as simple as they look?

Contradictions in Kaido’s character in One Piece‘s Wano arc Kaido is a contradictory villain in One Piece | Credits: Toei Animation

Kaido’s character has too many contradictions. He claims to be searching for a place to die, yet wants to wage a war against the entire world. Apparently, war is the perfect opportunity for Kaido...

James Cameron's Avatar saga has only spanned two movies so far, but it feels like so much more. The franchise kicked off in 2009, and the first film quickly became the highest-grossing movie of all-time. The sequel, The Way of Water, aired in 2022. Next up is Fire and Ash, coming this December.

The Avatar movies are here for the long haul. Cameron has already planned out a further three movies, running all the way up to Avatar 5 in 2031. Water was a key theme of Avatar 2 and fire steps into the spotlight for Avatar 3. He's working his way through the elements.

With each movie comes an all-new story and new characters. In the upcoming threequel, Cameron introduces fans to the Ash Clan, a group of Na'vi aliens who have been survived against difficult odds. Speaking to Empire, the filmmaker teased the leader of the tough, battle-hardened Ash Clan, Varang:...

The iHeartRadio Music Awards will return on Monday, March 17, to celebrate their station’s most-played artists and songs of 2024. The nominees for the 2025 awards were announced Wednesday, and Taylor Swift and Morgan Wallen lead with ten each for their inescapable hit songs this year. Kendrick Lamar, Post Malone, and Sabrina Carpenter are right behind them, tied with nine nominations each.

In addition to the numerous categories, major artists will be celebrated for their iconic careers and contributions to pop music. This year, Lady Gaga will receive the 2025 iHeartRadio Innovator Award...

The nominations for the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards are in!

This year, Taylor Swift and Morgan Wallen received the most nods with 10 each! Lady Gaga will receive the Innovator Award at the show and Mariah Carey will receive the Icon Award!

There are some categories that are voted by fans on social, and that begins today and ends on March 10 on iHeartRadio.com/awards. The show will air on Monday, March 17 on Fox.

Keep reading to find out more…

Scroll down for the full list of nominations for the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards…

Artist of the Year

Billie Eilish

Doja Cat

Jelly Roll

Kendrick Lamar

Morgan Wallen

Post Malone

Sabrina Carpenter

Sza

Taylor Swift

Teddy Swims

Song of the Year

“A Bar Song (Tipsy)”- Shaboozey

“Agora Hills”- Doja Cat

“Beautiful Things”- Benson Boone

“Espresso” – Sabrina Carpenter

“Greedy”- Tate McRae

“I Had Some Help” – Post Malone featuring Morgan Wallen...