Netflix’s new comedy series,Atypical, feels like a typical coming-of-age story about a teenage boy who feels awkward, and whose life mission at this point is to just see boobs. What makes it different is that the boy, Sam (Keir Gilchrist), is also on the autism spectrum. The half-hour, eight episode series will focus on the life of Sam and his family as he strives to find his independence, and they come to terms with letting him....
Spoilers ahead forAvengers: Endgame. After a glorified cameo inIron Man 2, we really got to know Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) inThe Avengers. She was defined by “the red in my ledger”, and while that conversation was a ploy to draw out Loki’s plan, through further MCU movies we see Black Widow as someone who operates in a gray area because she’s done some really awful things in her past. She eventually gets pulled towards doing the right thing and fighting for others, but it always carries the weight of atonement....
Last night, Warner Bros. releasedthe first official TV spotfor directorZack Snyder’s superhero epicBatman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. The clip had a narrow focus, showing us a tantalizing scene in which Batman tries to hit Superman with the Batmobile and, well, fails spectacularly. But Warner Bros. also released a second TV spot as well, one that uses footage we’ve already seen before to highlight a different aspect of the film’s combative title....
The action genre went through an interesting transition in the 90s. It still hadn’t quite reached the CGI-overload that would dominate the 21st century, but it was the last hurrah of practical effects. And yet despite the technical limitations of the era, the 90s were still packed with exhilarating, fun, and even thoughtful action movies that still resonate today. We’ve run down the 27 best 90s action movies, and while there’s some diversity in the subgenres including sci-fi to Hong Kong to old-fashioned destruction, all of these films still hold-up and show that the 90s had something to offer to this exciting genre....
Even if you don’t know his name, you’ve probably seenShea Whigham’s face just about everywhere. The film and television actor has appeared in a multitude of projects, and you’ve likely already seen a significant amount of his filmography. Whether it’s blockbusters likeJoker, prestige television shows likeTrue Detective, or indie films likeSilver Linings Playbook, you can count on Whigham to be a menacing sense of authority. He’s one of the best character actors working today....
A new short film tied toBlade Runner 2049is now available for your viewing pleasure. It’s the second of three prequel stories commissioned by directorDenis Villeneuvethat connectRidley Scott’s original film to this year’s sequel; be sure to take a look at thispreviously posted prequel story here. This new short film, directed byLuke Scott, focuses on the backstory of Sapper, a gentle giant of a character played byDave Bautista. As the short shows, in 2048, Sapper is doing his best to leave his old life behind while struggling to make ends meet in the present....
Guy Pearcewill always be known for his Emmy Award-winning performance inMildred Piercein 2011, but just last year he starred in a period action piece that just got a major streaming update. Pearce stars alongsideTioreore Ngatai-MelbourneandAntonion Te MaiohainThe Convert, a film following a preacher who arrives at a British settlement in the 1930s. When his violent past is brought into question, his faith is put to the test as he finds himself in the middle of a war between the local tribes....
Here at Collider, we cover a lot of stuff, be itStar Wars, superheroes, or cinephile fare, and everything from movies and TV, to video games and web series. There’s something for everyone. But there’s so much stuff out there that sometimes our younger audience members get left out. So every once in a while, we’d like to shine a spotlight on some family-friendly content that parents and caregivers can confidently watch with the little ones....
DreamWorks Animation knocked it out of the park with the 2010 adaptationHow to Train Your Dragonand its 2014 sequel; a third and final feature installment is due out in 2018. However, the animated TV series that fills in the gaps between the animated movies is every bit as entertaining and well-produced as their big-screen brethren.DreamWorks Dragonshas been delighting fans of Hiccup and the gang since 2012 with the series' subtitled seasons “Riders of Berk,” “Defenders of Berk,” and “Race to the Edge....
Hope remains forEdge of Tomorrow 2to become an actual movie that happens, rather than a long-hoped-for sequel that never materializes. DirectorDoug Liman’s 2014 sci-fi actioner didn’t explode at the box office, but it earned high critical praise and grew its legion of fans once it hit home video, offering up a smart and refreshingly unique blockbuster that stood in direct contrast to the plainness of other big-budget fare. Liman, starsTom CruiseandEmily Blunt, and writerChristopher McQuarrieall expressed interest and desire to make a sequel, and while it’s been in development for a few years, Liman saysEdge of Tomorrow 2may finally be close to happening....
In the film industry, when a good story is created, prequels, sequels, and sometimes remakes are thrown up after the original piece has premiered. In the case of ZQ Entertainment and Raimi Productions, the Argentinian action thriller4X4is set for a remake titledLocked. The upcoming action film, which is set to be directed byDave Yarovesky, has snagged two big stars to take on its lead roles, according toDeadline: Hollywood veteranAnthony Hopkinsis on board to star alongsideTop Gun: Maverick’sGlen Powell....
In the pantheon of crime films, Michael Mann’sHeatis one that comes up often in conversation. And while I’d been a fan of Mann’s previous work — most notablyCollateraland his adaptation ofMiami Vice— I hadn’t seenHeat.However, after watching the film, I can say that the praise is well deserved, asMann not only crafted a sprawling crime epicbut also a tale about relationships and how easy they are to form, as well as break....
Ever since I was a young teen,reality TVhas always had a special place in my heart, but I know my taste isn’t for everyone. Mylove for reality TV startedin the early 2000s with shows likeRock of Love with Bret Michaels,Tila Tequila: A Shot of Love, andThe Hills.Even then, finding someone who had the same passion for reality TV was tough. My love has only grown stronger over the years and I still find myself binge-watching popular shows like90 Day Fiancé,Love is Blind, andBelow Deck....
