As the release of “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom” approaches, there’s an unexpected silence surrounding the film’s marketing efforts. Starring Jason Momoa and Patrick Wilson, the lack of traditional promotional strategies raises questions about Warner Bros. Discovery’s commitment to the movie, especially in the aftermath of a series of DC box office disappointments in 2023. […]
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The Dark Herald: The Wolves are Circling Disney With Reedy Creek Legal Problems
I am not sure how far Reedy Creek is going to reach. Sure, anybody who looked at it figured Mickey the Great and Terrible had a hand in that cookie jar, but we also figured that RCID was too much of a golden goose to risk throwing away. The real gold mine for Disney is […]
Zack Snyder And Netflix Humiliated By 0% Top Critic Rating For Rebel Moon: Part One: A Child Of Fire
Zack Snyder has a new film coming to Netflix, “Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire.” The film is receiving a less-than-stellar reception, marking a record low on Rotten Tomatoes for the director. The sci-fi epic, initially conceived as a Star Wars pitch, has garnered a perfect 0% score for Top Critics on […]
Disney In Trouble With Mickey Mouse Copyright Ending In 2024 …And Tigger Too
The first three animated Mickey Mouse cartoons’ copyrights will expire in 2024, and the silent films Plane Crazy and The Gallopin’ Gaucho, as well as the sound film Steamboat Willie, will be released to the public domain. In the quintessential piece of intellectual property and perhaps the most iconic character in American pop culture, Walt […]
Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’: A Refreshing Departure from the Mary Sue Tropes in Modern Cinema
Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Boy and the Heron’ was released in movie theaters across the United States on Dec. 8 and earned 12.8 million dollars on its opening weekend, having already racked up 102 million worldwide since its initial release in Japan in July. It is already being called Hayao Miyazaki’s magnum opus. Spoilers ahead: ‘The […]
Large Comic Book Retailers Agree With Mark Millar That ‘Marvel’ And ‘DC’ Dropped The Ball And Disrespect Retailers
In a fascinating interview this week, Mark Millar talked to three large comic book retailers with over twenty stores and more than 60 years in the industry between them, and they all agreed – Marvel and DC dropped the ball and disrespected retailers. The retailers told Mark Millar the public is being gas-lit into believing […]
Disney P.R. Machine Reins In Rachel Zegler And Her Feminist Attacks On Disney Classics Like Snow White
Rachel Zegler, set to star as Snow White in Disney’s upcoming live-action adaptation, has expressed newfound admiration for the studio’s legacy. This revelation follows a considerable backlash over her earlier criticisms of Disney’s animated classics and accusations of being a diversity hire. Zegler’s change of tune came during a conversation with fellow Disney actress Halle […]
Netflix Hides Its Presentation After Revealing Its Full Watch Hours Data To The Public And Claiming “Transparency”
Netflix, a streaming giant with a subscriber base of 200 million, has had a tumultuous year. Public battles with the SAG and WGA have requested greater transparency in their contacts for compensation for successful shows. The WGA, in particular, went on strike earlier this year; citing these hidden ‘watch hour’ numbers as a main contention, […]
Trailer for ‘Dune: Part Two’ Promises Pulse-Pounding Action and Spectacular Visuals But Hints At Feminist Desecrations
Warner Bros. has dropped another trailer for the highly anticipated sequel Dune: Part Two, scheduled for release on March 1, 2024. The trailer showcases even more spectacular imagery and epic battle sequences, sure to draw audiences into movie theatres again, hoping for a similar experience to 2022’s Dune, directed by Denis Villeneuve. The new trailer […]
James Gunn Hints His Superman: Legacy Film Won’t Just Be About The Man Of Steel, Stoking Fears In DC Fans
Director James Gunn hinted at a spectacular lineup of heroes set to join the cinematic universe in his DC Universe reboot film, “Superman: Legacy.” While the movie primarily revolves around David Corenswet’s Superman, Gunn revealed plans to introduce multiple iconic DC Universe heroes, ensuring the universe feels “lived in.” During a discussion on Threads, Gunn […]
Godzilla Minus One Tops $50 Million As Fans Push The Film To New Box Office Records
Toho Studios’ colossal kaiju film, “Godzilla Minus One,” has not only shaken the grounds with its monstrous presence but has also crossed a monumental milestone, surpassing the $50 million mark at the global box office. This latest installment in the iconic Godzilla franchise has proven to be a cinematic juggernaut, breaking records and earning its […]
Hollywood Pushes Tired Tropes And Veiled Child Abuse With ‘Poor Things’ Nominated For A Golden Globe Award
Poor Things, directed by Yorgos Lanthimos and set for mainstream release in January 2024, has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award. The film pushes typical Hollywood degeneracy, hallmarking the last decade of filmmaking from Tinsel Town, as they circle the drain with lower standards for themes and disturbing visuals. From the IMDB description: “The […]
