Giancarlo Esposito’s “El Presidente” Antón Castillo, the dictator in control of the fictional Carribbean island nation of Yara, features heavily into the marketing for Ubisoft’s upcoming franchise titleFar Cry 6. As well he should. Having played an iconic TV villain inBreaking Bad/Better Call Saul, Esposito’s involvement as the villain of the piece brings a world’s worth of gravitas without him ever saying a word. However, the struggle inFar Cry 6is not with him, butagainsthim, and that’s what today’s gameplay reveal focused on....

We’ve reported onthe rumors. We’ve reported on whateach cast member could make. And now… it’s official. AFriendsunscripted reunion special is coming to HBO Max, with each cast member –Jennifer Aniston,Courteney Cox,Lisa Kudrow,Matt LeBlanc,Matthew Perry, andDavid Schwimmer– returning. And it’s coming to the nascent streaming service May 2020, alongside every other originalFriendsepisode. In the special, the stars will return to their iconic stage 24 on the Warner Bros. studio lot in Burbank, California, and reminisce about their time making all 236 episodes of the beloved series....

The entertainment industry is always looking for a new way to capitalize on and expand their fictional universes. It seems that everything is getting a spin-off these days. Marvel, for example, is currently at the height of its latest phase and hasbroadened their horizon over to the small screenwith shows likeWandavisionand letting fans connect the dots; it’s all part ofKevin Feige‘s grand plan, but not all shows have their entire timeline planned out Marvel-style....

Pregnancy can be a pretty heavy burden for a show. Some programs go out their way to cover it up while others make it a central plot point. In the case of one returning series, expect to see at least one character to be pregnant with more than just emotion. And it looks like according toTV Line, that show isGame of Thrones: Rumor has it a wildly popular, Emmy-winning series on a premium cable network is plotting a pregnancy twist that promises to be…surprisingis an understatement....

One of the best television shows of the past year is undoubtedlyMike Flanagan’s Netflix horror seriesThe Haunting of Hill House, which also not coincidentally happened to include one of the best episodes of television of the past year as well. Flanagan’s adaptation of the iconicShirley Jacksonnovel plays out over the course of 10 episodes, in two different time periods, tracking the points of view of five different characters. That poses a challenge for any filmmaker, let alone a director who is helming all 10 episodes of a TV series himself....

With Disney+‘sHawkeyehaving wrapped its first seasonand the possibility of a second still up in the air, a lot of fans are theorizing where the show could go next and what unresolved complications should be addressed going forward. Related:‘Hawkeye’ Director Rhys Thomas on the Finale, the Rockefeller Plaza Fight, Hiding Big Secrets, and What He’s Heard About Season 2 As always with theMCU, nothing is set in stone, so all we can do for now is theorize and see what the future is in store for Clint and the rest of the gang....

If you want your DC Comics superheroes and supervillains to battle it out, no holds barred, in the most brutal way possible and set within the darkest of narratives, then the brawler video gameInjustice 2is a must-buy for you. The story follows an alternate history in which the Joker tricked Superman into murdering Lois Lane (who happened to be pregnant with his child at the time) and destroying Metropolis; Superman responds by brutally murdering the villainous prankster and subjecting the world to his will....

Apple has released iPadOS 18.2.1, a minor update to its tablet operating system.This new version focuses on important bug fixes and performance improvements for iPad users.The update comes just weeks after the launch of iPadOS 18.2, which introduced severalnew features. iPad owners can now download and install iPadOS 18.2.1 on their devices. Apple recommends this update for all users to ensure optimal device performance and stability. While the specific bugs addressed are not detailed, the update aims to enhance the overall user experience on iPads....

With the buzz around the upcoming iPhone 16, consumers are eager to learn whether it’s worth the wait. TheiPhone linehas a history of bringing advancements with each release. Rumors suggest that the iPhone 16 could feature improved battery technology, a larger display for premium models, and sleek design changes. The phone is widely expected to be released in the fall of 2024 (September 2024) so if you can hold off until then it will probably be the best bet....

I think it’s fair to say that when one admits to being a soap opera fan, the reception from others is overwhelmingly mixed. While some roll their eyes at the idea of enjoyingcliché plotsandunbelievable melodrama, others quickly treat the idea with a “guilty pleasure” excitement. I can’t exactly say these assumptions are not without their merits. After all, the genreisa mix of these things. For me, however,General Hospitalhas always been a cut above the rest....

Turns outMartin Scorseseisn’t the only person who has a lot to say about Marvel movies. In the wake of the director’s big double-down on thethreat Marvel movies pose to cinematoday,Jay and Silent Bob Rebootdirector/writer/starKevin Smithhas now stepped into the discourse with his own thoughts. Speaking withThe Hollywood Reporterrecently in Los Angeles, Smith got candid about his feelings on Scorsese’s remarks, including his reductive likening of Marvel movies to theme parks and claiming they were invading theaters....

[This is a re-post of myLeave No Tracereview from the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. The movie opens in limited release on June 29th.] FilmmakerDebra Granikmade waves with her second filmWinter’s Bone, resulting in four Oscar nominations and the birth of a new young talent inJennifer Lawrence. Eight years later, she’s finally back with a new narrative feature in the form ofLeave No Trace, a father/daughter story with a woodsy twist. While quiet and refreshingly restrained, the film is a surprisingly emotional one, and once again introduces the world to a tremendous young talent in the form ofThomasin Harcourt McKenzie....

For everyone that had “Magic MikeReality Series” on their 2021 bingo card, this one’s for you. Today, HBO Max has announced the arrival of their reality meets competition showFinding Magic Mike. The seven-episode, unscripted series will air on the platform beginning December 16, and to accompany the announcement, the network has dropped a teaser for fans to get a look (or several) at what they can expect. The new show will follow 10 men who, according to the show’s logline, have “lost their magic....