Andor: Diego Luna Hints at Why Cassian Went By the Alias Keef Girgo

During Cassian Andor’s (Diego Luna) time in the rebellion, in the lead-up toRogue One: A Star Wars Story, he used a number of different code names and aliases to get behind enemy lines and run intelligence missions, which made it no surprise that inAndor, the character was already using fake names to obscure his identity and skirt around the law. When he first joins up with Luthen Rael’s (Stellan Skarsgård) rebels on Aldhani,he goes by the name Clem....

June 12, 2025 · 3 min · 514 words · Amy Joyce

Angelina Jolie on the Personal Nature of Maleficent 2

From directorJoachim Rønning, the fantasy epicMaleficent: Mistress of Evildelves deeper into the bond between the dark fae Maleficent (Angelina Jolie) and her human goddaughter Aurora (Elle Fanning), as the complex family ties that bind them are tested. And while the impending nuptials between Aurora and Prince Philip (Harris Dickinson) are a cause for celebration and a uniting of two worlds, they also lead to new enemies and unexpected allies. At a conference held during the film’s Los Angeles press day, co-stars Angelina Jolie, Elle Fanning andMichelle Pfeiffer(who plays Prince Philip’s mother, Queen Ingrith) talked about being a part of a story about three very strong women, what the film says about family, how love can win, the theme of self-sacrifice, the incredible costumes, stand-out movie villains, what they wanted to take home from the set, and why Maleficent is a character that appeals to audiences....

June 12, 2025 · 8 min · 1687 words · Adrian Brown

Another Life Review: Katee Sackhoff Returns to Sci-Fi in Netflix Series

It’s been ten years since we last sawKatee Sackhoffsuit up as Kara “Starbuck” Thrace in the critically acclaimed seriesBattlestar Galactica, and now she’s taking to the stars once again in her new Netflix seriesAnother Life. This dark intergalactic adventure sees Sackhoff leading a team of scientists on a mission to uncover the truth about a mysterious alien vessel that has appeared on Earth. Unfortunately, despite the show’s best efforts to channel Sackhoff’s earlier sci-fi success (along with several other notable staples of the genre), it struggles to establish its own identity in a season filled with underdeveloped characters and stakes that somehow manage to simultaneously feel both too high, and not quite high enough....

June 12, 2025 · 8 min · 1512 words · Julia Green DVM

Apple and Cartoon Saloon in Talks to Make an Original Animated Film

Irish animation studioCartoon Saloonhas been around for nearly 20 years, though their most famous feature titles have come in the last decade. The studio counts Oscar-nominated filmsThe Secret of Kells(2009),Song of the Sea(2014), andThe Breadwinner(2017) as their only three major feature releases, but that might be about to change thanks to a possible deal with Apple, Inc. Bloombergreports that, as part of Apple’s push into original programming, there are plans for an animated feature film that will be produced through Cartoon Saloon, possibly with even more films to follow....

June 12, 2025 · 2 min · 327 words · Stephanie Parker

Ash vs. Evil Dead Season 2: Lucy Lawless on Topping Season 1

Over the past decade I’ve gotten to do a lot of really cool things while working for Collider. I’ve stood on the set of superhero movies. I’ve watched amazing actors deliver some incredible performances. I’ve even watched Harry Potter stand his ground against Professor Severus Snape. But while all of the things I just mentioned were amazing, as a longtime fan ofBruce Campbelland theEvil Deadseries, getting to visit the set ofAsh Vs Evil Deadseason 2 when the production was filming in New Zealand earlier this year was near the top of the list....

June 12, 2025 · 14 min · 2963 words · Tracy Orr

Assassin's Creed Odyssey Trailer Reveals Player Creation Choices

Ubisoft is making the playable character in the latest installment of their hitAssassin’s Creedfranchise a little more flexible this time around. For the first time ever, players will have a choice in their character’s gender, as well as their journey. To show off that aspect, one that’s sure to be a hit with gamers who have been asking the company for such an option for years, Ubisoft unveiled a new “Power of Choice” trailer for the upcoming release ofAssassin’s Creed Odyssey....

June 12, 2025 · 3 min · 523 words · Heather Thomas

Batgirl Image Shows Michael Keaton and Leslie Grace in Costume

You don’t have to be a movie director to be able to relate to what filmmakersAdil El ArbiandBilall Fallahare going through right now. Earlier this week, the duo of directors was just as surprised as the rest of the world whenWarner Bros.announced that the movie they’d been working on, the anticipated solo outing ofBatgirlstarringLeslie Grace(In the Heights), was going to be shelved. The duo released ajoint statementrevealing they were “shocked and saddened” at the news....

June 12, 2025 · 3 min · 518 words · Christopher Davidson

Batman v Superman Image Reveals Ben Affleck's Bat Armor

Set photographerClay Enoshas been working with directorZack Snydersince 2009’sWatchmen, a gig that allows the camera man exclusive access to some of Hollywood’s biggest stars during their movie-making moments. Their latest project together is, of course,Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, a massive Warner Bros. picture that sees the DC Comics Trinity unite on screen in live action for the first time ever. Enos was the man who was able to capture some of those behind-the-scenes moments before they ever hit the big screen....

June 12, 2025 · 4 min · 652 words · Leroy Ramirez

Before 'Gladiator 2' Hits Theaters, Here's How To Watch the Original For Free

Gladiator IIis set to conquer the box office this Thanksgiving. Before then, you’re able to see where it all began - for free. The originalGladiatoris now streaming on PlutoTV. Gladiatorwas a risky move for directorRidley Scott, who had followed the success ofThelma and Louisewith a string of critical and commercial disappointments; the so-called “sword and sandal” genre was all but dead in Hollywood in the ’90s, with audiences seemingly losing their taste for historical epics....

June 12, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Jennifer Henry

Best LGBTQ+ Animated Television Shows

Animated television has always pushed the envelope.The Flintstoneswas one of the first shows regularly featuring a couple in bed. It andThe Jetsonswere also among the earliest regularly scheduled color programming. Animated television has expanded to fill every niche, with many episodic sitcoms and popular serialized stories. Also, modern animated TV abounds with queer representation. Starting around a decade ago, it became more commonplace for animated programs to use the medium to explore things like sexuality and gender identity....

June 12, 2025 · 7 min · 1337 words · Mike Love

Best Movie Homages in 'Bob’s Burgers' Ranked From The Breakfast Club to Jaws

Bob’s Burgersis probably one of the best adult animation shows to ever exist. The show is smart, witty and full of heart. It doesn’t rely on gross-out humor to get laughs, and its unique way of recording the episodes makes it feel more like an improvised sketch show than a cartoon. From the quirky characters to the sensational voice acting,Bob’s Burgerstruly has it all. One of the most loved qualities of the show is its clever pop culture references and classic movie homages....

June 12, 2025 · 8 min · 1664 words · Jody Waters

Black Adam Movie Update: Producer Teases Dwayne Johnson's DC Debut

Dwayne Johnsonis one of the most bankable and in-demand movie stars at the moment, so it’s a little impressive to think that the guy still hasn’t been in a superhero movie. That’s due to change shortly, as Johnson has been attached to play the DC Comics characterBlack Adamin a Warner Bros. film for quite some time now. Johnson was originally going to make his Black Adam debut inShazam!, but during the development of that film, it was decided that Shazam should get his own movie and Black Adam should get his own movie before the two square off against each other....

June 12, 2025 · 4 min · 845 words · Jeremy Taylor

Collider Heroes: Doctor Strange Images; Man of Steel Sequel

Welcome to the 52nd Episode of Collider’s Heroes, hosted by Jon Schnepp, with guests John Campea, Robert Meyer Burnett, and Amy Dallen. We bring you the latest news about the World of Heroes and Villains! On this episode of Collider’s Heroes (Tuesday April 5th, 2016) we discuss: Doctor Strange Wraps Principle Photography Doctor Strangewrapped principal photography in the streets of New York in front of a number of lucky bystanders who witnessed the Marvel crew on the streets and in the comic book stores!...

June 12, 2025 · 3 min · 608 words · Jill Smith