Beyond simply changing the location or time period, some Shakespeare adaptations use the original story as a starting point for completely new films. Movies like The Lion King and 10 Things I Hate About You freely borrow from Shakespeare’s plays, creating their own memorable stories and dialogue, and becoming popular hits in the process.
What we have here is kind of the flip side of that idea.
Netflix has a surprisingly good, but often overlooked, selection of shows based on Japanese manga and anime. While the streaming giant is known for live-action adaptations that don’t always succeed, one of its best is a real hidden gem: Parasyte: The Grey. It hasn’t gotten much attention, even among fans of the original manga or Korean dramas, getting lost in Netflix’s many 2024 releases. But skipping this unique and thrilling show would be a mistake – it’s truly a must-watch.
Issey Miyake is expanding its footwear line, recently releasing the Camp Karst Finch after collaborations like the HOMME PLISSÉ CIOCCOLATO and Camper Peu Form. Taking inspiration from the vibrant colors of finch birds, this new design updates the classic Mary Jane shoe with modern, technical materials and a fresh color palette, creating a more sporty and dynamic look.
Prime Video offers a vast library of popular movies and TV shows, many of which have become huge hits and surpassed the success of other streaming services.
Maid stands out from many TV shows because it draws viewers in with a genuinely human story. The show focuses on the everyday challenges faced by Alex, and it’s hard not to feel connected to her as she deals with life’s difficulties.
In Emperor Aquaman #16, written by Jeremy Adams and illustrated by John Timms, Aquaman (Arthur Curry) continues building his empire. After participating in the DC K.O. tournament, Arthur had a vision to build structures called “lighthouses” throughout the universe. These lighthouses are designed to connect different underwater alien civilizations via a network called The Blue, and also to help him anticipate future threats.
Get ready for Devil Wears Prada 2, hitting theaters May 1st! This sequel to the popular 2006 film, based on the 2003 novel by Lauren Weisberger, brings back director David Frankel and writer Aline Brosh McKenna. Most of the original cast is returning too, including Meryl Streep as the demanding Miranda Priestly, Anne Hathaway as Andy Sachs, Stanley Tucci as Nigel Kipling, and Emily Blunt as Emily Charlton.
As a longtime fan of the genre, I can confidently say that Netflix’s Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is the best cyberpunk series I’ve ever seen. It’s set in the same dazzling, dangerous world as the Cyberpunk 2077 video game – Night City – and tells the story of David, a young man who gets caught up in a life of crime after getting a powerful cybernetic enhancement. He becomes an ‘edgerunner,’ essentially a mercenary, but these enhancements come with a serious risk: losing your mind. The show, thankfully only ten episodes long, really digs into David’s obsession and the danger it poses to everyone around him.
The latest episode of Outlander, season 8, episode 6, titled “Blessed Are the Merciful,” deals with the aftermath of Captain Cunningham’s treachery at Fraser’s Ridge. Although Jamie successfully handled the immediate danger, he still faces ongoing problems. Cunningham planned to ambush Jamie during a Lodge Night and hand him over to Major Patrick Ferguson for execution, and he had recruited some of the tenants to help. Luckily, Jamie anticipated the attack and was able to rally his supporters to defend himself, ultimately leading to a grim outcome for Captain Cunningham.