Okay, so this week’s TV lineup looks pretty good – there’s a bit of everything, like some intense drama, funny comedies, and even a little romance. I’m definitely not trying to miss anything good, so I’m checking out what’s on. You should too!
In May 2023, Disney announced it would be cutting costs by removing several original shows and movies from Disney+ and Hulu. These included popular titles like the fantasy series Willow (a sequel to the 1988 film), John Stamos’ Big Shot, The World According to Jeff Goldblum, and The Mysterious Benedict Society. Disney+ wasn’t alone in this practice – it followed a similar move by HBO Max. This shift changed expectations for streaming services and damaged the relationship between studios, creators, and viewers.
When Event Horizon first came out, it wasn’t a commercial success. However, over time, it’s gained a dedicated following and become a cult favorite. While it might not be as well-known as other sci-fi films from the 90s, it features what many consider to be one of the most terrifying lines ever spoken in the genre, powerfully delivered by Sam Neill.
Village Roadshow will pay Warner Bros. $57 million to settle a dispute over the financing of The Matrix Resurrections. This is a significant amount, but much lower than the original $107 million that an arbitrator determined Village Roadshow owed after finding they violated their agreements and didn’t contribute their share of the film’s costs back in 2023.
Artists competing in specific genre categories are also considered for the main awards – Record, Album, and Song of the Year, plus Best New Artist. However, realistically, it’s extremely unlikely a rock, metal, or alternative artist will win one of those top prizes. Those awards are now consistently won by pop, hyperpop, and hip-hop artists.
This three-part drama series tells the story of Cilla Black, from her life growing up in 1960s Liverpool to the start of her music career. It also explores her relationships with Brian Epstein, The Beatles’ manager, and her husband, Bobby Willis.
I basically act as her full-time helper – I’m taking care of her all day long! She’s a really well-behaved dog and has been my companion since the start of the COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020. It’s been wonderful having her around.
The ‘Dark System’ is a popular theory within the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang community that started a few years ago. Many players, including people I know, think the game’s matchmaking intentionally puts good players with beginners or disruptive players after a winning streak in Ranked mode, supposedly to slow down their progress.
This episode is particularly memorable for its dark and realistic tone, and its surprisingly unhappy ending. Back when it originally aired, most shows guaranteed a happy outcome, but “The Galaxy Being” didn’t follow that formula. The episode’s conclusion was deeply sad and thought-provoking, exploring difficult questions about what it means to be human, the risks of technology, and the fears of society. While these ideas are common now, The Outer Limits was ahead of its time.
Bitmap Books is releasing a new book called Fatal Fury/Garou Densetsu: The Ultimate History, a detailed look at SNK’s popular fighting game series. Originally known as Garou Densetsu in Japan, Fatal Fury has been a fan favorite since 1991 and played a key role in shaping the fighting game genre, as well as establishing the NEOGEO as a top-tier console. This 460-page book is printed on high-quality paper with special Pantone inks and includes exclusive content from SNK’s archives, such as early concept art, promotional images, and cover designs.