The shifting cinematic culture of the 1970s which saw audiences willing to embrace more confronting material saw the decade become something of a golden era for horror. 1973’sThe Exorcistremains one of the most renowned films ever made, while the decade ended withRidley Scott’s sci-fi horror classicAlien, but it wasn’t just American horror films that thrived through the decade. It also proved to be a significant period for international horror with everything from British folk horrorto Italy’s giallo films, and even Asian mixings of haunted house horror and comedy thriving....

Ben Affleckwas recently a guest ofThe Criterion Collection’s Criterion Closet,picking out his favorite moviesto bring home and recommend to viewers. This was duringthe promo period forThe Accountant 2, the sequel to his highly popularThe Accountantfrom 2016, and Affleck picked out several movies he grew up with, starred in, and just loves very much. His picks range from personal favorites to those that left a lasting impact on him from a filmmaker’s perspective,showing that most filmmakers, writers, and directors are just movie buffslike the rest of us....

After fading from prominence for a few years, romantic comedies appear to be making a comeback, especially on streaming sites. Streaming makes it more difficult for actors to accumulate high box-office earnings, but films likeAnyone But Youare doing extremely well, showing that there is a market for romantic comedies. With Valentine’s Day coming up faster than anyone can spell it, some people are looking for their partner in crime, a yin to their yang, their other half—a king totheir rom-com queen, one might say....

While no era ofPokémoncan ever match the cultural impact of Generation I, many fans flock to Generation IV when it comes to the best era of the franchise. There are several reasons for Gen IV’s popularity, such as crucial quality of life changes, the division between physical and special attacks, gender differences between certain species of Pokémon, and the Sinnoh region itself. Divided in half by Mount Coronet, Sinnoh emphasizes ancient myths and uncovering history, leading to memorable characters, from the villainous Team Galactic to Cynthia, the undisputed greatest champion in the franchise....

TV’s historical fiction has lately been intertwining with contemporary culture,bringing onboard a new generation of audiences.With seasons 3 and 4 ofBridgertonbrewing in the Shondaland labs, fans are looking to find other avenues to fuel their lavish period drama needs. RELATED:‘Bridgerton’: The 8 Most Scandalous Moments From Season 2 To those who are still not satiated from this season ofBridgerton’s drama and romance, extend the bill on your streaming services to indulge in these similarly scandalous shows....

Reality television hit its peak when the originalJersey Shoreaired back in 2009, and we may never see golden and authentic reality TV like it ever again. Nowadays, it seems as though reality stars struggle to be their true, authentic selves while being filmed for various reasons. They may be influenced by their social media presence, a certain image they feel they need to maintain, or simply a fear of being judged if they decide to show their real personality to the world....

Luciferstands out amongst most of its contemporary shows due to the right mix of mystery, drama, and supernatural elements — also, the series amassed a huge fan following that prevented it from getting canceled not once, but twice.Lucifer’sjourney is a testament to the fact that listening to the fans can work, and the show’s long-awaited sixth (and final) season is now streaming on Netflix at long last, answering long-lingering questions and tying up theromance between the Devil and his detective with a touching finale....

The Hulu original seriesThe Pathis back for Season 2, following the Meyerist Movement as it struggles to make sense of Doctor Meyer’s mysterious departure. At the same time, Eddie (Aaron Paul) is tormented by strange visions he’s trying to understand while finding his way in the secular world again, and Sarah (Michelle Monaghan) and Cal (Hugh Dancy) have joined forces as the co-Guardians of the Light, which leads them both to do some dark things in the name of the Movement....

DirectorScott Cooperhas tackled gritty crime dramas, Western adventures, and even a romantic musical drama in his ten years at the helm;Antlerswill mark his first all-out horror film. And as the first trailer for the film shows, it might not be his last. The creepy “horror in the hills” vibe is strong here thanks to Cooper’s cinematically trained eye andNick Antosca’s thoroughly creepified source material, though havingGuillermo del Toroon the film’s production team likely has a little something to do with the aesthetic, too....

Ever needed to hand your phone to someone but worried they might snoop around? App pinning on Android gives you control by locking your screen to just one app. This simple feature keeps others from accessing your personal information when they borrow your device.App pinning lets you lock a specific app on your screen, preventing anyone using your device from switching to other apps or seeing your notifications. Setting up app pinning is easy and adds an extra layer of security to your phone....

Apple plans to launch its second-generation Vision Pro headset and a more affordable (rumored to be around $2,000) model by 2026, aiming to meet market demand for lower-cost AR and VR options. These new products are designed to democratize access to advanced technology and strengthen Apple’s position against competitors. The success of these offerings will depend on balancing affordability, quality, and appealing features, as the AR/VR landscape continues to evolve with new advancements and entrants....

In a new side-by-side trailer forAvengers: Endgame, IMAX is showing off exactly how much more bang you get for your buck – essentially, 26% more of the movie. As a press release notes,EndgamedirectorsJoe and Anthony Russo"shot the film with IMAX cameras and with IMAX aspect ratio so the pristine images will fill the entire screen – from start to finish." They basically formatted the movie for IMAX, so if fans want to see it as was intended, get thee to an IMAX theater....

Sister WivesSeason 19 didn’t just exposeKody Brown’s fractured relationshipswith his former wives, it practicallydestroyed the entire foundationthe show was built on. After years of deflection and avoiding accountability, the Tell All forced theBrown family patriarchto confront his biased behavior. The cameras might have stopped rolling, butChristine BrownWoolleystillhas a lot to say. In her upcoming book, the ex-sister wife finally addresses one of themost controversial momentsfromSister WivesSeason 1. Christine Brown Woolley Recalls the Day Kody Brown Chose His Youngest Wife Over Their Daughter In a recentInstagram Reel, Woolley was seen reading a passage from her upcoming book,Sister Wife: A Memoir of Faith, Family, and Finding Freedom....