Robert De Niro’s Bizarre ‘Frankenstein’ Adaptation Lands on HBO Max

Despite a strong performance by Robert De Niro, the film was largely considered a letdown. Although it earned $112 million worldwide – more than double its $45 million production cost – it didn’t meet expectations, especially considering it was directed by and starred Kenneth Branagh. This was particularly surprising given its release following the success of Francis Ford Coppola’s Oscar-winning Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Jisoo’s New K-Drama Is Finally Here: Where To Watch & Plot Explained

The upcoming K-drama, Boyfriend on Demand, is generating a lot of buzz as one of Netflix’s most anticipated releases in 2026. It has a compelling story, a popular cast, and strong backing. What makes this series special is how it handles familiar romantic comedy tropes – it includes them, but with an interesting and unique spin.

Project Hail Mary’s “No Green Screen” Claim, Explained

The story of Project Hail Mary begins with Ryland Grace waking up on a spaceship with no memory of who he is or how he got there. He soon learns that the Sun is fading, and he’s on a desperate, one-way mission to save Earth. The movie takes an unexpected turn when he meets an alien, making it reminiscent of E.T. – it’s as much a heartwarming story about the friendship between Ryland and the alien, named Rocky, as it is a thrilling space adventure. Interestingly, claims that the film was shot without using green or blue screens sparked debate among fans familiar with visual effects.

Absolute Martian Manhunter Proves That He Deserved So Much Better

The Absolute line has become a major success for DC Comics by letting creators offer fresh takes on classic characters. This universe delivers on promises the New 52 didn’t, and surprisingly highlights how underused the character of Martian Manhunter has been. With one of the line’s distinctive titles pausing publication, it’s a good time to recognize that DC hasn’t given Martian Manhunter the attention he deserves.

Hoppers Proves Classic Pixar is Back

Pixar has had a mixed track record lately, with films like Elio and Lightyear not performing as well as hoped. However, the anticipated success of Hoppers shows that Pixar still excels when it focuses on the elements that originally made it so popular.

Star Wars’ Bold New 2027 Movie Is “Punk” With “Tremendous” Ending, Says Star

Peter Ings, known for playing Lyonel Baratheon in the HBO series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, is also appearing in the new Star Wars film, Starfighter. Details about his role, as well as those of Ryan Gosling and other cast members, haven’t been revealed yet. The movie, directed by Shawn Levy and written by Jonathan Tropper, takes place about five years after The Rise of Skywalker and will tell a self-contained story with a new set of characters. Shawn Levy announced on Instagram in December 2025 that filming had finished.

HBO’s ‘Lanterns’ Is Taking Risks DCU Fans Weren’t Prepared For

The trailer has received a mixed reaction online, with many criticizing its dull colors and apparent avoidance of the classic, late 90s/early 2000s comic book style that many superhero stories once shied away from. However, these same controversial choices in the Lanterns trailer could be exactly what the Green Lantern franchise needs to feel fresh and attract new fans. Ultimately, what some see as controversial actually demonstrates a respect for DC Comics’ rich history.