Barely had America begun mourning Dolly Parton before the political struggle over her legacy commenced. Progressive organizations, commentators, and media outlets began presenting Parton as everything from a feminist icon to an ally of the socialist cause. Songs about...
We all know how production is shrinking and shriveling in high-cost-of-living-and-shooting California. We all THINK we know how bad it is getting in so many ways for formerly well-paid and regularly employed crews to make a living in the “Golden State.” Wanna bet you...
Disney films are notable for operating on dual levels: they provide accessible narratives for younger audiences while simultaneously presenting philosophical considerations regarding identity, authority, and moral responsibility. Both the animated classic The Lion...
The Super Bowl commercial for The Mandalorian and Grogu movie left many in the audience baffled. Disney and Lucasfilm had the biggest stage in television. They had over 100 million viewers watching. They had the first theatrical Star Wars film in years to sell. And...
Bob Iger was supposed to be the CEO of the Walt Disney Company until the end of his contract, December of 2026. Thus his replacer would be announced in the first half of this year, apprentice under Iger and then the transition of power would occur so that the new head...
As news of a WGA member strike against guild leadership heats up, LW Ghost is here to explain the ins and outs of how these unions actually work. As the season of contracts and negotiations approaches, there is a lot of press—informed and otherwise—and general...
Hollywood celebrity activism officially crossed another line this week — and this time, it wasn’t vague rhetoric or a sloppy metaphor. It was explicit, reckless, and disturbingly casual. During an interview with Variety at the Sundance Film Festival, Giancarlo...
For a show that once prided itself on emotional stakes, clear consequences, and a willingness to put its characters through the wringer, the Stranger Things ending lands with a dull thud. Not because it was quiet. Not because it was sentimental. But because it refused—again and again—to actually commit.
For years, Hollywood executives insisted audiences were the problem. Viewers were told they were behind the times, resistant to progress, or simply misunderstanding what creators were trying to say. When films failed, the blame was rarely placed on the product itself. Instead, it was shifted onto the audience. “A small but vocal minority” was their favorite refrain.
2025 put an end to that narrative.
For decades, a perennial holiday debate has echoed through internet forums, office parties, and family gatherings: Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? Despite the ritualistic enthusiasm with which some defend its “holiday classic” status, the evidence tells a different story.
Every December, Hollywood insists it still “gets” Christmas. The industry releases a handful of holiday films, floods streaming platforms with seasonal content, and assures audiences that the spirit of the season is alive and well.
Harbro has managed to do what Rita Repulsa and Lord Zedd’s combined might never could—destroy the Power Rangers.
I love a good story and good art. Please don’t take me to a poorly written movie or show. I may annoy you as I tear it apart the whole time. Sorry, to my friends who have experienced this…
So when a studio loves their craft, I can’t get enough of it. There’s something about how characters and beauty can truly touch the soul. Such has been the case with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. And for its millions of other fans, there is no surprise it won so many gaming awards, including Game of the Year. Let’s dive into why there couldn’t be a better game to win.