Art of a Hit’s Rob Raco and Ryan Donowho on band feuds and psychological horror

Working in a band can feel much like being part of a family, and families often have their disagreements. In the movie Art of a Hit, we follow the story of Excelsis, a band that found success in the late 90s but is now struggling to regain their former glory as they reunite to produce another album. This time, however, they’ve chosen an unusual location: a picturesque yet eerie French chateau, owned by the eccentric record producer Charlie (Charlie Sexton). The band soon realizes that reigniting their spark isn’t quite straightforward. To make matters worse, strange events begin to unfold as they spend more time at the castle, with Ryan (Ryan Donowho), the band’s unofficial leader, experiencing particularly disturbing visions.

Skeleton Crew: Jod should be a child of the Path, not an ex-Jedi

The Order 66 stories are often compared to “Uncle Ben’s Death” in Star Wars, as they have been told and retold so frequently that they’ve become a well-known trope. These tales of Jedi survivors battling in a ruthless, totalitarian galaxy under the Empire’s rule are compelling, but they can feel overused. However, Skeleton Crew offers a fresh perspective by introducing just one key alteration to this narrative.

Contender Series Week 2 weigh-in results

The inaugural episode of Season 8 for Dana White’s Contender Series ran smoothly, and UFC president Dana White awarded contracts following five bouts, with four of these fights resulting in finishes. In the upcoming second episode, slated for August 20th, another five contests will be featured, featuring more aspiring fighters vying for a contract.