'Land of Mine' EW movie review

It was in anticipation of an Allied invasion along that route that never happened. His eventual thaws towards the boys and finds compassion. Because, of course, drama. Credit: Sony Yet that is a war movie cliche if there ever was one. And as stale as the bread that the soldiers are given to eat. Worse,Land of Mineoperates on a very cynical logic that equated bombs being diffused with actual narrative tension....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 132 words · Edward Villanueva

'Lemony Snicket's A Series of Unfortunate Events': A Deep Dive Into the New Trailer

Mr. Poe-ned Mr. Poe:Perished means killed. Klaus:We know what perished means. An oft-repeated fact about the oldest Baudelaire is that shes a gifted inventor. Netflix Additionally the photo also shows two mysterious figures that appear to be played by Will Arnett and Cobie Smulders. The Men (and a Woman) Called Uncle and Aunt. Seeing the group in costume like this suggests that they too will have extended roles in the show....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 92 words · Jeremy Barnett

'Lifeless'Flatlinersremake scores 0% Rotten Tomatoes rating

Inhis C review, EWs Christian Holub called the film a confused mess. Read more reviews below. Is this a rare example of Hollywood taking old dross and spinning it into contemporary gold? Credit: Michael Gibson/Columbia Pictuers Nope.Flatliners2017 is the same dumb movie asFlatliners1990, minus most of the surface charisma. Its the movies hard right turn into tidy, cornball, Sunday school moralism that leaves it unrevivably dead. I imagine Columbia understood that it had something arguably worse than a dog on its hands....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 104 words · Nicholas Durham PhD

'Light-years ahead': When George Michael and Wham! became the first Western pop act to tour China

This article originally appeared onTIME. But strange it was in April 1985, when the British pop duo Wham! Hair was bleached and feathered. Credit: Michael Putland/Getty Images Jackets were pastel colored. And audiences had never seen nor heard anything like it in their lives. It was like a one-off cultural brain fart, he says. performed in China, nothing else happened for another five years. To make the concert happen, Wham!...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 114 words · Allen Romero

'Luke Cage Noir': A Marvel superhero icon gets a Bogart remix

Alternative takes on superheroes can be fun. (Hint: the answer involvesa cape made of tiger. Wear that with theFantastic Mr. Foxtie, and youll be the most popular boy in school.) ButLuke Cage Noiris more than just a nifty narrative remix. Next to those iconic characters, Luke Cage might look like the odd man out. A Harlemite ex-con with super-strength, Cage was one of the first African-American superheroes with his own monthly comic....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 235 words · Barbara Weber

'Luke Cage' showrunner breaks down the series' surprising influences

When you say blaxploitation, people usually think bell-bottoms and awaka wakasoundtrack, Coker says. But ultimately, it is black characters getting to act the same way that their white counterparts did. Instead of getting weighed down by influences, Coker wants viewers above all to enjoy themselves. Credit: Netflix Black music is always incredibly complex, but fun, he says. When you listen to a Public Enemy record, yes, theyre getting political, but its fun....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 72 words · Kevin Hernandez

'Magnificent'The Shape of WaterdrawsBeauty and the Beastcomparisons in first reviews

Critics at Venice seemed to respond strongly toThe Shape of Waterand its blend of various classic Hollywood genres. Check out some of the early reviews below. Del Toros film will screen at the Telluride and Toronto film festivals and arrive in theaters in December. But its warmer and richer than the films that came before. Beneath that glossy, scaly surface is a beating heart. It is never less than magnificent....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Courtney Wilson

'Marvel's Inhumans': Full Cast Revealed

Here’s the full cast and who they’re playing. With super strong legs, complete with hooves, he can generate destructive seismic waves with a single stomp. Isabelle Cornish as Crystal Cornish stars as Crystal,Medusas sister. JB Lacroix/WireImage; Marvel Comics Crystal is “the youngest member of the royal family and has the ability to control the elements. Impetuous and independent she is also deeply devoted to her family.” Mike Moh as Triton TheEmpireactor playsBlack Bolts cousin....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 139 words · Christina Martin

'Mockingbird Vol. 1 : I Can Explain' by Chelsea Cain and Kate Niemczyk: EW Review

Given former Avenger Bobbi Morses impressive resume, its surprising thatMockingbirdis her first solo comic series. On paper, Bobbi has a lot going for her. However thanks to Cains writing, shes witty and perceptively understanding on the page. Credit: Marvel Niemczyks art perfectly conveys her stubborn, and slightly rebellious, streak. 1, the message should come as no surprise to anyone. Marvel Marvel

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 61 words · Lindsey Jimenez

'Modern Family' recap: Season 8, Episode 3

Manny is definitely responsible enough, but hopelessly uncool. And Luke is very, very dumb. In the end, the people choose Luke. Credit: ABC/Ron Tom Hopefully, he wont screw it up too much. The very tall young man proceeds to break everything and eat them out of house and home. The pooch gets off to a bad start with Lily by taking her food. Why cant Lily get a bite to eat in this episode?...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 125 words · Beth Durham

'Monsters Unleashed': Marvel editors explain the upcoming crossover event

Its hard to remember now, but there was once a time before superheroes. Thats right,allof them. Its an all hands on deck situation, Bunn says. Credit: Steve McNiven, Jay Leisten, and David Curiel Imagine something like the Hulk, only much bigger. With the destructive force those creatures have, the heroes will have to mobilize much more quickly. Theyre moving constantly against what are essentially cataclysmic threats over and over again....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 176 words · Cody Rios

'Narcos' actor Matias Varela on his huge role as Jorge Salcedo

Tip: Tie your shoe laces so tight that your feet hurt. (Note: You canread our exclusive interview with the real Jorge Salcedo here.) I thought it was amazing. Juan Pablo Gutierrez/NETFLIX When I got the role, it was like winning a lottery ticket, I couldnt believe it. I watched the showtwice. It was incredible, and I didnt think it was going to happen. Your character Jorge Salcedo is really the crux of the new season....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 432 words · Christina Ferguson

'New Girl' recap: Season 6, Episode 6

(For a refresher,heres where the show left off.) Here are the top 5 loft-iest moments from Ready. an arm chuck and a handshake. Credit: Jennifer Clasen/Fox The problem is shes so inside her head and starts thinking about whether she could be with him forever. But she gives things another try and kisses him later while hes lifting weights and that endshorribly. Even worse, Jess didnt feel the spark, but Robby did....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 193 words · Regina Hurst