Movies

I’ve been following the protests closely, and it’s amazing to see how quickly they’ve spread. It all started with students at the University of Minnesota calling for action after recent events involving ICE agents in the state, and people all over the country have really responded. I’m hearing that this “National Shutdown” could even affect TV and movie filming on Friday, and I’ll be keeping an eye on how things develop and will share any updates I find.

I watched the entire series in one sitting, and honestly, I’m a little surprised it’s being released weekly on MGM+ in some regions instead of all at once. It’s a fast-paced thriller that’s perfect for binge-watching on a cozy weekend.

Filming has begun on a new movie telling the origin story of John Rambo. The production is taking place in various locations throughout Thailand, including Bangkok, Krabi, Phang Nga, and Kanchanaburi. The first poster for the film was released on January 30, 2026, via the official X account @JohnRamboFilm, and confirmed that Noah Centineo will star as the younger Rambo.

The story centers on how Linda’s wilderness expertise is the only reason they’re both alive on the deserted island, and how this changes their relationship. As the film unfolds, Linda reveals herself to be incredibly tough and uncompromising. This contributes to the movie’s unsettling take on a hopeful idea, portraying Linda as a flawed hero who will do anything to make it through.

Prime Video’s upcoming God of War series has added Mandy Patinkin as Odin and Ólafur Darri Ólafsson as Thor. These actors will appear in a story based on the game God of War: Ragnarok, released in 2022. Patinkin will play Odin, the main villain who is trying to prevent the end of the world. Ólafsson will play Thor, a key character motivated by revenge for the deaths of gods caused by Kratos and Atreus, and also acting as a father figure.

William Gibson is a key figure in the creation of cyberpunk, a genre known for its gritty, high-tech settings. His stories feature characters like hackers and couriers navigating a world dominated by powerful corporations, often unknowingly rebelling against the system. While not widely known, the film Johnny Mnemonic is a surprisingly relevant cyberpunk classic, especially today.

Ted Lasso is currently one of the most popular and well-regarded original shows on Apple TV, and the third season provided a great ending. However, surprisingly, the show is coming back for another season! While it’s still unknown what season 4 will be like, recent news suggests some significant changes to the storyline.

This series reimagines famous moments from American history as short films. It combines classic filmmaking with new AI technology from Google DeepMind. Importantly, the episode On This Day… 1776 features professional, union voice actors – it doesn’t use artificial voices for narration. You can watch the trailer for On This Day… 1776 below.

Creating the visuals for Pixar’s Hoppers presented some unique hurdles. As production designer Bryn Imagire explained in an interview with MovieWeb, the team needed to realistically portray beaver habitats and the surrounding forest. Imagire noted that nature is naturally chaotic, especially details like dams and lodges. While striving for an authentic look, the team also wanted to keep the visuals clear and avoid overwhelming the audience.

Last December, USA Today inquired about rumors that Kennedy might be leaving. Ridley addressed the possibility by saying: