As DC Studios prepares to release Supergirl, star Milly Alcock has sparked debate online after claiming her version of Kara Zor-El is “objectively stronger” than David Corenswet’s Superman.
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Trevor Denning’s work has appeared in The Banner, Upstream Reviews, and The Daily Caller, while his fiction is included in several anthologies from independent presses. A graduate of Cornerstone University in Grand Rapids, Mich., he currently resides in the palm of Michigan’s mitten. Most days you’ll find him at home, working out in his basement gym, cooking, and doting on his cat. You can follow him on X, Criticless, and YouTube at @BookstorThor
Jesse Eisenberg Refused to Play Mark Zuckerburg Again for ‘Social Network’ Sequel
When Aaron Sorkin began developing The Social Reckoning, his follow-up to 2010’s The Social Network, many assumed Jesse Eisenberg would once again portray Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg. The original film, directed by David Fincher, won three Academy Awards and earned Eisenberg a nomination for Best Actor.
Original Animated Lilo & Stitch Director to Take Over Lilo & Stitch Live Action Sequel
According to The Hollywood Reporter, Chris Sanders, who co-created, co-wrote, and co-directed the original 2002 animated Lilo & Stitch, has signed on to direct the upcoming live-action sequel. Sanders had already been attached as the film’s screenwriter.
Ron Howard Says Jim Henson Would Have Approved the Use of AI
Artificial intelligence remains one of the most divisive topics in the entertainment industry. Several major Hollywood directors have come down on both sides of the issue. Speaking at a recent event, Ron Howard expressed his excitement about the storytelling possibilities the new technology offers. More controversially, according to The Hollywood Reporter, Howard also argued that the late Jim Henson would have embraced AI if he were alive today.
Warner Bros Seems Done with ‘Mad Max’ As George Miller Shops Franchise to Other Studios
For more than four decades, the Mad Max franchise has been closely associated with Warner Bros. However, a new report suggests that relationship may have come to an end.
Former YouTube Exec Warns that YouTube is Not Done in the Original TV Space
In 2022, YouTube appeared to abandon its push into original TV. However, former YouTube Originals executive Susanne Daniels believes the platform merely hit pause.
Ubisoft Co-Founder Dead After Plane Crash
Claude Guillemot, one of the five brothers who founded Ubisoft and helped transform it into one of the world’s largest video game publishers, has died following a plane crash in western France. He was 69 years old.
‘Widow’s Bay’ Creators Claims Show Started Life as Episode of ‘Parks & Rec’
The horror-comedy Widow’s Bay has been a breakout hit for Apple TV+. While the series is set on a cursed New England island, creator Katie Dippold says the idea for the show originated somewhere very different. In a recent interview with Deadline, Dippold revealed that the concept that eventually became Widow’s Bay began life years ago as a spec script for the sitcom Parks & Rec.
GTA 6 Pre-Order Date Finally Announced After Years of Delays
After months of speculation, Rockstar Games has officially announced that pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI will go live on June 25.
Conan O’Brien Says Tom Hanks Calls Voice Acting ‘The Hardest Thing You Ever Do’
When Conan O’Brien announced that he had joined the cast of Toy Story 5, the comedian joked that he had originally demanded the role of Woody. The part of the iconic cowboy, of course, belongs to Tom Hanks. If O’Brien had talked to Hanks earlier, however, he may have thought twice before requesting a leading role. According to Conan O’Brien, the day he signed on to Toy Story 5, Tom Hanks told him voice acting was going to be surprisingly difficult.
‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Trailer Shows The Hulk and a Mystery Villain
Sony and Marvel have released a new trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. While it offers the action and emotional beats fans expect, the new footage featuring the Hulk and a mystery villain has captured the most attention.
Kathleen Kennedy Resurfaces to Throw George Lucas Under the Bus For Indiana Jones
For many fans, the story of Harrison Ford’s adventurous archaeologist ends with Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. While the possibility of an Indy 4 had been discussed for years, the announcement of 2008’s Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull was met with some concern. Upon its release, Crystal Skull became the most divisive entry in the series up to that point.