WithIt Ends With Usslated for release this summer, another one ofColleen Hoover’s chart-topping novels is headed to the big screen. Her 2018 romantic thriller novelVerityhas been snapped up by Amazon MGM Studios.The Hollywood Reporterhas the news that a film based on Hoover’s self-published hit is on its way, with a script in the works from screenwriterHillary Seitz. The novel centers around aspiring writer Lowen Ashleigh, who accepts an offer of a lifetime from the husband of potboiler novelist Verity Crawford; Crawford has suffered a debilitating accident and needs Lowen’s help to complete her latest book....

After a record-breaking (and largely uncontested) three-week run at the global box office, Disney-Pixar’sInside Out 2faced off against Universal and Illumination’sDespicable Me 4this weekend. But despite concerns that the two animated films might cannibalize each other, there appears to be a “Barbenheimer” redux brewing. WhileDespicable Me 4generated nearly $200 million worldwide this weekend,Inside Out 2passed several major milestones of its own. With around $533 million domestically and another $683 million from overseas markets, the film’scumulative global haul now stands at a staggering $1....

The Real Housewives of Beverly HillsstarJennifer Tillyreceived some impressive royaltiesduring her divorce from ex-husband Sam Simon. InRHOBHSeason 14 Episode 3, which saw the cast members discuss their respective separation from their former partners,the reality staropened up about howshe got a piece ofThe Simpsonsin her divorce settlement. Jennifer Tilly was married toThe Simpsonsco-creator Sam Simon for seven years before their divorce back in 1991. TheBride of Chuckyactress expressed howgetting a divorce can be a long-drawn processbefore boasting how she was awarded a piece ofThe Simpsonswhen she separated from Simon....

In the over sixty years since Barbie was first released, there have been many differing opinions on the incredibly popular doll. Some have seen Mattel’s creation as a sign of empowerment, an example to young girls showing that they can become anything they want to be, while others have seen it as a symbol of impossible standards and outdated ideals.Barbiecould’ve easily been little more than a toy ad, but through director and co-writerGreta Gerwig, it becomes an existential look at the difficulties of being a woman, the terrifying nature of life in general, the understanding that trying to be perfect is absurd, while also encapsulating everything that Barbie has meant to people—both good and bad....

Editor’s note: The below contains spoilers for the Black Doves finale. Revenge, grudges and lies are ripe in most spy thrillers, and Netflix’sBlack Dovesis no exception as it weaves its web around us for six episodes, leaving us enraptured by the finale. From the moment we are introduced to Helen Webb (Keira Knightley), the photo-ready wife of a politician, twists and deception haunt every corner of the narrative. We simultaneously find out she is part of a secret organization that is leaking government secrets to the highest bidder and that she is having an affair — but he’s dead now....

As the release date forLightyearslowly approaches, we are finally getting more footage of the upcoming Disney/Pixar sci-fi action movie. While in previous teasers, we got an idea of the look and feel of the spin-off story – which is far different from what we see in theToy Storyfranchise – the action-packed new trailer provides a better look at the scope of the story, and hints that “infinity and beyond” seems to be rule of thumb when it comes to production value....

Tim GodbeeandAlex Byrdwere probably the least interesting couple onLove Is BlindSeason 7 until Episode 10 ofthe reality series— whentheir relationship falteredlike tumbling Jenga. While Godbee had trauma dumped on Byrd in the pods,Byrd always seemed to be disinterested in him. The duo hada nasty fightwhile in Mexico, which took place off-screen and essentially shook the foundation of their relationship. From then on,the couple seemed to be walking on thin ice, which ultimately led to their breakup....

Attention fellow nerds, our time has come as the multiverse is expanding once again — this time withMagic: The Gathering. Hasbro Entertainment and Legendary Entertainment are teaming up to bring the iconic trading card game toboth film and television, officially launching a sharedMagic: The Gatheringuniverse, and the first item on the agenda is a big-screen adaptation of the fantasy franchise.Magic: The Gatheringhas become a pop culture staple since it was first launched in 1993 by Wizards of the Coast, and it was a pioneer of the trading card game format....

The Lord of the Ringstrilogy set a gold standard for fantasy films. While the epic story of good versus evil has aged well in almost every way, but it has a distinct lack of women. Only three female characters play an important role in the story. Galadriel (Cate Blanchett), Arwen (Liv Tyler), andÉowyn (Miranda Otto)all make a considerable impression, but they make up a tiny percentage of the overall characters, andArwen’s role was already made drastically bigger than in the books....

Editor’s note: The recap below contains spoilers for Watson Episode 11. As thetwo-part season finalelooms on the horizon, Watson’s (Morris Chestnut) past catches up with him inWatsonEpisode 11 — but not in ways that anyone would anticipate. Season 1 has done very little to establishwhyJames Moriarty (Randall Park) has it out for Watson, and it seems like the series plans to keep it that way. Instead, while Shinwell’s (Ritchie Coster) situation reaches a fever pitch, the pseudo-penultimate episode focuses on Watson’s time in the Army witha plotline that feels distinctly early-aughts in all the worst ways....

Although the 1980s and‘90s are often thought of as the peak of the genre,the 21st century has provided more than a few modern action classics.Advancing technologies, a growing appreciation for stunt performers, and more interest in reviving classical franchises have led to an era in which action can be considered “prestige.” Although not all of the blockbusters films that dominated the 21st century box office were necessarily of the highest quality, those that stood out as critical successes tended to be commercial hits as well....

Read update It’s easy to say that every decade has been a great one for action movies, especially if you’re a movie lover who can’t get enough of them. From the gritty action-thrillers of the 1970s, to the over-the-top action movies of the 1980s, and on to the technologically innovative and explosive action movies of the 1990s and 2000s (and beyond), most decades are home to many great action flicks....

2020 is underway, and you know what that means – more televised content than any human being could reasonably consume. Hey, they don’t our era “Peak TV” for nothing! Between the networks, cable channels and streamers (including new and emerging streamers like Disney+, Apple TV+, HBO Max, and NBC’s Peacock,) there are countless upcoming TV shows to put on your radar for the year, across all genres and featuring some of the most exciting talents in the game, in front of and behind the camera....