The Kung Fu Panda movies—all three of them—started appearing on April 1st and tell the story of Po, a charming panda (voiced by Jack Black) who finally gets to live out his dream of becoming a Kung Fu expert.
Superman’s adventures have been amazing for decades, and the 21st century has brought some truly exceptional stories. From single issues to extended series, here are ten Superman comics that every fan should experience.
It’s actually quite remarkable when a shorter TV series continues to be talked about years later, especially when it’s competing with shows that have been on the air for decades, like Grey’s Anatomy or The X-Files. These shorter series managed to do just that, becoming more and more popular over time because of well-written stories, striking imagery, and actors who remained compelling as they aged.
Don’t forget Record Store Day on April 18th! That’s when new reissues, live albums, and special releases come out – it’s an event music lovers eagerly anticipate all year.
Paul Rudd, known for his roles in Marvel movies and other films, actually appeared in the movie Anaconda. The story follows two friends, Griff (played by Rudd) and Doug (played by Black), who decide to relive their favorite adventure film, Anaconda, as a way to cope with a midlife crisis. They gather a film crew and venture into the Amazon rainforest, only to find themselves facing a terrifyingly real encounter with a massive snake that begins to hunt them.
Okay, so I just watched this movie with Aaron Eckhart, Hilary Swank, and a bunch of other great actors, and it’s totally wild! It’s about this team of scientists who have to drill all the way to the Earth’s core and basically use nuclear bombs to kickstart it again before our magnetic field disappears. Seriously, the plot is completely over-the-top and unbelievable, but in the best way!
Andy Weir, the author known for his original science fiction, once tried to develop a show within the Star Trek universe. He shared on the Critical Drinker podcast that he pitched an idea to Paramount and spoke extensively with executive producer Alex Kurtzman and other showrunners. While he found Kurtzman to be a pleasant person, Weir expressed his dislike for the direction of the newer Trek series, bluntly stating they were ‘bad.’ Ultimately, his pitch wasn’t accepted, and he didn’t hesitate to express his disappointment.
It’s crucial to get the casting right for Voldemort’s backstory, especially now that the series has more time to explore his origins. While well-known actors like Cillian Murphy and Paul Bettany have been mentioned, many other talented British actors could bring a more compelling and unique take to the role.
The song “White Horse” starts with drummer Joel Amey blending rap and singing before lead vocalist Ellie Rowsell begins, shifting into a straightforward alternative rock sound, though the band’s dreamy, atmospheric style still shines through. The vocal harmonies are particularly strong and complement the song’s flowing, immersive sound beautifully.
Thrillers are a surprisingly versatile genre – they can be lighthearted and funny, or dark and intense. The 2000s saw a wealth of memorable thrillers, with directors like David Fincher consistently offering new takes on well-known stories. A truly great thriller remains gripping and suspenseful even years later.