Author: Frank Palmer

With James Gunn taking over the DC Universe with the creation of the DCU, Batman has yet to be cast. An obviously huge role, it’s uncertain if Gunn has made his decision yet. One actor with a history with the role is Jake Gyllenhaal – and he recently expressed interest in playing the character again. Gyllenhaal’s interest in portraying Batman is well-documented. He was once considered for the role in Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins – but it ultimately went to Christian Bale. However, Gyllenhaal’s enthusiasm for Batman has not waned. In a recent interview, when asked about the possibility of…

Netflix users have been raving about the new series The Gentlemen, based on Guy Ritchie’s 2019 movie of the same name. Since its release earlier this month, the show has become the streaming service’s biggest hit of the year. However, despite its popularity, there is one major complaint that many Netflix subscribers have voiced. The Gentlemen revolves around the characters Eddie Halstead and Susie Glass, played by Theo James and Kaya Scodelario, respectively. Eddie inherits land that has been taken over by a weed-growing empire led by Bobby Glass, played by Ray Winstone. Susie is the de facto head of…

The Alien franchise has been a staple in the world of science fiction for decades. From the iconic character of Ellen Ripley to the terrifying xenomorphs, the series has captivated audiences with its blend of horror and action. Now, fans can look forward to a new installment in the franchise with Alien: Romulus directed by Fede Álvarez. Alien: Romulus takes place on a derelict space station, where a group of young space colonizers stumble upon a terrifying life form. The official description states, “While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come…

The Star Wars franchise has expanded beyond the original trilogy, introducing prequels, sequels, and spin-off series that delve deeper into the rich lore of the Star Wars universe. The Acolyte is a new series set 100 years before the prequel trilogy, this new series promises to take viewers on a thrilling journey filled with mystery, intrigue, and lightsaber battles. The show is set during the High Republic era, a period in Star Wars history that takes place centuries before the events of the Skywalker saga. This era is a time of relative peace and prosperity for the galaxy, where the…

The iconic movie, The Crow, directed by Alex Proyas in 1994 has been the subject of much discussion recently due to the upcoming remake. The original film, based on the graphic novel, tells the story of a man who returns from the dead to avenge the murder of him and his fiancée. Tragically, the production of the film was marred by the untimely death of its lead actor, Brandon Lee, son of martial arts legend Bruce Lee. Now, as a new version  is set to hit the screens and Proyas has expressed his thoughts on the matter. Proyas, in a…

Before Bill Skarsgård was cast as The Crow in the upcoming movie reboot, many different actors were in talks to play Eric Draven at some point. One of which was Jason Momoa – who even screen tested for the role for a film that was going to be directed by Corin Hardy. The movie ended up falling apart one month before production was slated to start over what was called “creative and financial differences”. Falling the production being shut down, Momoa giving a long and heartfelt message about the project, saying: “I’ve waited 8 years to play this dream role.…

Disney CEO Bob Iger has been busy with maintaining Disney’s output, several films and shows of which have underperformed in recent years. As it turns out, however, he’s also revealed that Disney has canceled multiple upcoming projects as a result. We’ve seen this happen with several studios and streaming platforms as of late. For example, Warner Bros. Discovery has notably canceled a number of highly-anticipated films and shows for tax write-offs and other such reasons. Of course, neither fans or creators have been happy about those decisions, and Iger also acknowledges this. While speaking at a conference hosted by Morgan…

1994’s The Crow starring Brandon Lee left an unprecedented mark in the world of cinema – and a new reboot of the iconic film is set to return to the big screen. This time the movie will star Bill Skarsgård as Eric Draven and the first look has finally been revealed. In addition to Bill Skarsgård in the new movie are FKA Twigs as Shelly Webster, Danny Huston, Laura Birn, Sami Bouajila, and Jordan Bolger. Their collective talent is set to elevate the emotional power and mythology of the original movie. Rupert Sanders, known for his work in Snow White…

Mickey Mouse, the beloved Disney character, has taken an unexpected and chilling turn. With the entry of the iconic short film Steamboat Willie into the public domain, Mickey Mouse has found himself starring in his own (unofficial) horror movie, Mickey’s Mouse Trap. This low-budget production, directed by Jamie Bailey, is set to give its own unique twist on the beloved cartoon character. In Mickey’s Mouse Trap, viewers are introduced to Alex, who finds herself working a late shift at an amusement arcade on her 21st birthday. Little does she know, her friends have planned a surprise for her. However, their…

Tom Wilkinson, beloved for his roles in movies like The Full Monty and Batman Begins, passed away suddenly at the age of 75. This devastating news, confirmed by his representatives, has left fans in shock and deeply saddened. The actor’s representatives confirmed his passing with the following statement: “It is with great sadness that the family of Tom Wilkinson announce that he died suddenly at home on December 30th. His wife and family were with him. The family asks for privacy at this time.” Wilkinson’s cause of death has not been revealed. Wilkinson’s breakthrough role came in 1997 with the…