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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 cats. You can follow him on X, Criticless, and YouTube at @BookstoreThor
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.
Mike Myers Claims There Will be an Austin Powers 4
After more than two decades, Mike Myers says Austin Powers 4 is happening.
Rainn Wilson Claims ‘The Office’ Is Too Edgy to Be Made Today
More than a decade after The Office ended its nine season run on NBC, star Rainn Wilson says the sitcom would struggle to get made in today’s cultural climate.
‘Pirates’ Director Calls for AI Rating System to Warn People Away
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly common in Hollywood productions, it remains one of the industry’s most hotly debated issues. Now, Gore Verbinski, the director of the original Pirates of the Caribbean trilogy, is advocating for an AI rating system designed to inform—and potentially warn away—audiences.
‘Toy Story 5’ Team Avoided Meeting With Dalai Lama to Prevent Film’s Cancellation in China
China remains one of the most important international film markets. That reality was highlighted last year when Disney and Pixar’s Zootopia 2 became the studio’s highest-grossing film of all time, due in large part to its performance at the Chinese box office. The opportunity to continue releasing major animated films in the region is likely one of Disney’s key business interests. However, Disney’s relationship with the country is drawing attention after reports that a senior Pixar executive skipped a meeting with the Dalai Lama over concerns it could jeopardize the release of Toy Story 5.
Netflix’s ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ Season 2 Has Entire Episodes Cut in Shortened Season
Netflix’s live-action adaptation of Avatar: The Last Airbender will return later this month, but fans may notice some significant changes from the original storyline of Book Two.
According to comments from executive producer Christine Boylan, Season 2 has been reduced from its planned eight episodes to seven, forcing the creative team to incorporate material from the cut script throughout the season.
Russell Crowe Mocks ‘Gladiator II’ for Failing to Live Up to The Original
Ridley Scott’s Gladiator remains one of his most iconic films. It won Best Picture at the Academy Awards, and star Russell Crowe also took home the award for Best Actor. While 2024’s Gladiator II performed well at the box office, the film ultimately received mixed reviews and harsh criticism from some audiences.
Shrek 5 Trailer Leans Hard into Donkey and Shrek With No Zendaya in Sight
DreamWorks has released the first full-length trailer for the long-awaited Shrek 5. The preview puts Mike Myers’ Shrek and Eddie Murphy’s Donkey front and center. However, Zendaya’s character, Shrek and Fiona’s teenage daughter Felicia, is noticeably absent.
Hexed Trailer Brings Disney Back to Witches…Again
Disney has released the first trailer for its upcoming animated film Hexed. The first look reveals Billie Doe, a young girl who feels out of place. She later discovers that she possesses magical powers and is transported to the world of Hexe, where she begins learning about herself and her destiny. However, the Hexed trailer also highlights a trend that has become increasingly common across Disney’s various brands.