The series initially gained popularity in Japan, and Nintendo hoped for similar success in America, though they likely didn’t anticipate such a massive cultural impact. To build on this success, they created spin-off games. One early spin-off, surprisingly, demonstrated that Pokémon wasn’t guaranteed to succeed with everything it tried, but it ultimately became very influential for future games.
Although cyberpunk themes are still popular in games, animation, and books, it’s been hard to create a live-action movie or show that has the same impact. That might be about to change with Neuromancer, Apple TV+’s big-budget adaptation of William Gibson’s influential 1984 novel. For years, many thought the book couldn’t be made into a film or series, but it’s now becoming a high-quality TV show.
Considered one of the greatest cyberpunk shows of all time, Aeon Flux is a unique sci-fi adventure that originally aired in the early to mid-1990s. Set in a bleak, dystopian future inspired by German Expressionism, the series takes place after a global catastrophe has left only two city-states standing: Monica and Bregna. These cities, separated by a massive wall in a desolate landscape, are inhabited by clones, robots, and mutants. The show follows a skilled spy and dominatrix from Monica as she undertakes dangerous missions against the ruling forces of Bregna, often clashing with her complex rival and occasional lover.
A.J. Quinnell’s novels have been made into movies twice. Though the 1987 film isn’t well remembered, the 2004 movie starring Denzel Washington is a huge hit with audiences, earning an 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Currently, Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is the fifth most popular show on Apple TV, moving up two spots to pass well-known comedies like Ted Lasso and Shrinking, according to FlixPatrol. This increase in popularity happens right before the Season 2 finale of Monarch, which you can stream now.
For decades, detective thrillers – stories about investigators uncovering corruption, police navigating criminal webs, or ordinary people seeking justice – have consistently delivered gripping suspense and excitement. Here are ten that stand out as some of the very best examples of the genre.
Robert Kirkman discussed how Image Comics is benefiting financially from the popularity of Absolute Batman while on the Robservations with Rob Liefeld podcast.
Shark movies have been a consistent draw for audiences for many years, but none have ever quite reached the impact of the 1975 classic, Jaws. Despite this, filmmakers continue to produce them. Following the release of a new shark film, Deep Water, and the success of Netflix’s Thrash, another long-awaited project is now moving forward. According to reports, Under Paris 2 has officially begun filming in France.
Cointreau, as the official orange liqueur sponsor, helped keep the spotlight on the innovators shaping the food and drink world. Once the list of top bars is announced, everyone starts to wonder: what really defines the best bar in North America? We spoke with bar owners and industry leaders to get a better understanding of the dedication, daily efforts, and obstacles involved in achieving such a prestigious goal.
This fall, artist Lauren Halsey will reimagine Los Angeles’ Hollywood Bowl, turning the 18,000-seat venue into a unique space called emajendat. On September 29th, the installation will feature large-scale artworks, events focused on the local community, and a concert with performances by Erykah Badu, Anderson .Paak, the Charles Gaines Collective, and Black Nile.