Bob Odenkirk and Erin Odenkirk on Their 'Zilot & Other Important Rhymes' Poems

The children’s bookZilot & Other Important Rhymesis a family affair, with actorBob Odenkirkhaving started writing poems with his children when they were little and compiling them into their own homemade binding. Almost twenty years later, pandemic quarantine led to revisiting this work, coming up with some new ideas, and a now adultErin Odenkirkcreating illustrations to bring these characters to life on the page. During this interview with Collider, Bob Odenkirk and his daughter Erin talked about how special this shared family experience was, ensuring that all the poems felt like kids were really involved with writing them, growing up in a household that was both creative and critical, the importance of encouraging a willingness to try even if you fail, the decision to use a made-up word for the book’s title, bringing these characters to life through illustrations, the books that made the biggest impression on their own lives, and their hope that they’ll get to collaborate on something again, in the future....

August 14, 2025 · 14 min · 2857 words · Nathan Arellano

Book of Boba Fett: Robert Rodriguez Calls TV Show a Character Exploration

With less than a month to go before the premiere ofThe Book of Boba Fett,Star Warsfans across the globe are itching to know how the return of the infamous bounty hunter will change the galaxy far, far away. Making his first major appearance since he was unceremoniously chucked into a Sarlacc pit inReturn of the Jedi, Fett’s return to the screen is unprecedented — and director and executive producerRobert Rodriguezknows it....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 585 words · Ashley Petty

Cailee Spaeny Followed Chris Hemsworth’s Cult in This Thriller

AlthoughChris Hemsworth’s role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe successfully turned him into one of his generation’s most popular leading men, he has managed to keep his persona interesting by constantly challenging expectations. Thanks tothe revisions made byTaika WaititiinThor: Ragnarok, Hemsworth was able to insert an added level of humor into the titular character, proving that he could handle comedic, character-driven materialwith the same ease as an action sequence. Hemsworth even managed to showcase his aptitude for comedy in some films that were beneath his talents; while neither 2015’sVacationnor 2016’sGhostbustersdid much for their respective franchises, Hemsworth managed to steal both films with his hilarious performance....

August 14, 2025 · 5 min · 1037 words · Travis Flores

Colin Farrell Admits Feeling Shame After Alexander’s Poor Reviews

An adaptation for the ages. At least, that’s whatOliver Stoneand the cast and crew of the 2004 film,Alexanderhad hoped for. Set to tell the tale of Alexander the Great’s rise to power across the ancient world,Colin Farrellwas cast to play the young Macedonian prince and later king, who would carve out one of the largest empires the world had ever seen. The team had hoped the historical epic would be Oscar-worthy, however, it turned out to be a monumental disaster and nineteen years after, Farrell can still feel the sting of that disappointment....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 466 words · Gina Cunningham

Colter Returns to His Hometown in 'Tracker' Season 2 Finale Images

Colter’s (Justin Hartley) job takes him to many places all over the country, which is a convenient excuse for why he rarely goes home. However, in theTrackerSeason 2 finale, a case forces him to return to Echo Ridge, where he grew up. “Colter returns to Echo Ridge to investigate a diner owner’s disappearance, only to uncover a decades-old kidnapping and a shocking family secret,” reads the logline forTrackerSeason 2, Episode 20, “Echo Ridge....

August 14, 2025 · 2 min · 411 words · Elizabeth Powell

Danny Boyle and Simon Beaufoy on Trust and the Getty Kidnapping

Created bySimonBeaufoyand with the first three episodes directed byDanny Boyle, the FX seriesTrustdelves into the insanely wealthy Getty family, who had everything money could buy, except for happiness and family loyalty. In 1973, oil tycoon J. Paul Getty Sr. (brilliantly played byDonald Sutherland) was possibly the richest man in the world, with a harem of mistresses and a pet lion, when his grandson, John Paul Getty III (in a stand-out performance byHarris Dickinson), was kidnapped by the Italian mafia in Rome....

August 14, 2025 · 15 min · 3027 words · Tammy Rodriguez

DDU’s Charismatic Captain Jason Chambers Is Bravo’s Most Unsung Hero

Bravo TV has a vast array of successful shows under its belt. Of course,Real HousewivesandVanderpump Ruleshave been monopolizing the mainstream media, with salacious tales of scandal and titillation:#Scandovalanyone? And who doesn’t loveSouthern Charmand related showsSummer HouseandWinter House? But what about the other series that sometimes slip under the radar and very rarely make it to mainstream news? And whilst many of Bravo’s shows have quite obvious ‘villains’, what about those heroes that perhaps go unnoticed?...

August 14, 2025 · 7 min · 1300 words · Amanda Mann

Deadpool 2 Review: Fun, Forgettable, and Packed with F-Bombs

Deadpool 2is a weird movie. On the one hand, it’s the film you expect it to be: raunchy jokes flying at you non-stop paired with gory violence. That’s the character, that’s the brand, and that’s why the first movie was a success. But on the other hand, buried beneath all the F-bombs and superhero references is a real story about Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) learning to fight for someone other than himself and opening up his heart....

August 14, 2025 · 5 min · 867 words · Bob Ingram

Disney Releasing New 'Alien' Book Aimed at Preschoolers

2024 is going to be another huge year for film anniversaries. Particularly in the horror genre as the classic filmAlienwill be celebrating its 45th anniversary. The 1979 film directed byRidley Scottis considered to be one of the scariestfilms ever made. However, now it looks likeDisneyis making theAlienfranchise more accessible for kids, as the family-friendly company is releasing a new children’s book based on the blood-curdling franchise next year. The book titledA is for Alien: An ABC Bookwill be part of the Little Golden Books line and illustrated by the Disney Storybook Art Team....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 586 words · Brandi Bailey

Drake Doremus on Endings Beginnings and Trusting in His Cast

From co-writer/directorDrake Doremus, the relationship dramaEndings, Beginningsfollows Daphne (Shailene Woodley), a 30-something woman navigating love and heartbreak while also exploring what she wants out of life. After finding herself attracted to best friends Jack (Jamie Dornan) and Frank (Sebastian Stan), for very different reasons, she ends up on a journey that will teach her more about herself than she ever could have expected. During this 1-on-1 phone interview with Collider, filmmaker Drake Doremus talked about why he finds endless content possibilities in the exploration of relationships, what he wanted to explore with this specific film, putting this cast together, establishing trust with his actors so that they feel comfortable to explore while they’re improvising, why he feels more like a guide on set than a director, whether he views the relationships at the core of the film as a genuine love triangle, what he feels Shailene Woodley brought to this role, how they approached the more intimate scenes, and the excruciating post-production process....

August 14, 2025 · 13 min · 2582 words · Chad Sims

Halloween Ends Weekend Box Office Brings In $41 Million

Universal’sHalloween Endsis coming in softer-than-expected with an estimated $41.2 million three-day opening, which is below even the lowest projections that it had going into its debut weekend. The film made $13 million on Saturday, down from the $20.2 million that it picked up on Friday (including $5.4 million in Thursday previews). This sounds solid, relatively speaking, but not when you consider thatHalloween Endswas expected to make between $50 million and $55 million in its opening weekend....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 598 words · Dylan Martinez

Here’s 7 Things You Need To Know About ‘The Gentlemen’ Season 2

Quick Links Rumor has it thatThe Gentlemenis making agrand return for its highly anticipated second season. Fans of the hit series should brace themselves for a new chapter that promises to ramp up the intrigue and plot twiststhat made the first season such a huge hit. In the new season, Eddie Horniman finds himself deep in the world of Britain’s criminal elite once again. As he steps into his father’s shoes and explores the empire hidden beneath the charming facade, Eddie faces a tangled web of complex characters — each with their own agendas....

August 14, 2025 · 6 min · 1079 words · Cynthia Smith

How to Turn Off An Apple Watch: Step By Step

Turning off an Apple Watch is a simple process that comes in handy when you need to conserve battery life or restart the device for troubleshooting. The process is consistent across different models of the Apple Watch, including the Apple Watch Ultra. This capability is important for maintaining the performance and longevity of your wearable tech. To turn off your Apple Watch, you’ll utilize the side button located below the Digital Crown....

August 14, 2025 · 3 min · 451 words · Ryan Smith