Everyone knows a jump scare when they see one, or otherwise get frightened by one. Predominantly found within the horror genre, a jump scare intends to hit viewers with an unexpected sight and/or sound, and the anticipation of one that might or might not come can also cause terror in itself. The more effective, the higher the number of viewers who’ll jump… andthe higher those who do jump might well soar (if the scare in question is particularly nasty)....

Typically, an anime adaptation is simply turning amanga from page to screen. However, sometimes an adaptation is just what a series needs to survive. An anime adaptation breathes new life into a Western project that was not there before. Related:8 Worst Western Live-Action Anime Adaptations Whether it be taking existing characters and taking them to Japan or giving them a whole new story, these adaptations are original. ‘Supernatural: The Animated Series’ (2011) Aftertheir motherdies in an unexplained attack, Sam and Dean Winchester are taught all about hunting supernatural creatures by their father....

Sequels often come with lofty expectations, especially when they follow beloved entries in a major franchise. Fans hope for a continuation that expands the story, develops the characters, and captures the same magic that made the original so impactful. But delivering on these expectations is no easy feat. For everyThe Dark KnightorEmpire Strikes Back, there areseveral missteps, either by recycling tired tropes, straying too far from the core elements that made their predecessors great, or forgetting about the characters that the audiences love....

At its core, movies are about escapism. There’s something naturally alluring about the Seventh Art, about being immersed in an entirely different world and experiencing a story unlike anything one could ever experience in one’s own life. Even when films are artful reflections of the real world, inviting viewers to think about their place in it, their very nature is still about momentarily escaping said real world. However, movies also don’t come out of thin air, they’re made by a team of people that isn’t always up to any good....

There are very few Westerns that have the capacity to match the sheer quality and scale of 1993’sTombstone. The picture is a brilliant work of art that pays tribute to both Old West history and traditional horse operas in a way that you’ll be hard-pressed to find replicated. But most of the credit goes to actorKurt Russell, who was really the driving force of the film. Even from his very first scene as Wyatt Earp, there’ssomething special about Russell’s performancehere, and though he’s made some powerful Westerns since, there’s no denying thatTombstoneis his best....

After starring inthe bestmovie of the year,Madame Web’sCeleste O’Connorhas woven their way into a new family courtesy of Spyglass Media Group’sScream 7. The performer is just the latest name in an ever-growing call sheet that’s set to seeNeve Campbell rejoin the franchiseas final girl, Sidney Prescott, in the slasher flick that’s due out in 2026. As of right now, details surrounding O’Connor’s character haven’t been released, which only further piques our intrigue asIsabel May(1883), who wasannounced to be joining the cast just a little over one week ago, was immediately introduced as the daughter of Campbell’s Sidney Prescott....

Along withFrancisco Gonzalez’sexcellent weekly news recaps–This Week in Superhero NewsandThis Week in Movie Trailers–we’re happy to provide you withThis Week in Animation Newsto get you caught up on all things animated you might have missed over the past seven days. We’re talking movies, TV shows, digital shorts, and everything in between. First up is this excellent fan-made trailer forRupert Sanders' upcoming adaptation ofGhost in the Shell. The Paramount Pictures film starsScarlett Johanssonin the lead role of The Major, a cybernetically enhanced crime fighter tasked with taking down bad guys in a far-flung future....

Disney has officially released a new poster of Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie) as Captain America forThe Falcon and the Winter Soldierseries. This is the second individual poster for Sam from the hit series, as his first saw him in his traditional Falcon getup, but since he took on the mantle his former friend Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) held in Episode 6 (“One World, One People), MCU fans now know him by a different name....

Apple’s Legacy Contact feature lets you choose someone you trust to access your Apple ID data after you die. This feature ensures that your loved ones can still view your photos and other important information. With the Legacy Contact feature, you can set up access for a trusted person to manage your account after you’re gone. Setting up a Legacy Contact is easy and can be done directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac....

A showdown between the Black Panther and Namor is imminent asBlack Panther: Wakanda Foreverarrives in theaters in ten days. Along with paying an ode to late actorChadwick Boseman, the film is also a celebration of cultures andwraps up the MCU Phase 4on the big screen by introducing some new characters who will eventually play a big role in events to come in Phase 5 and 6. In a new featurette, directorRyan Coogler, along with the cast and crew ofWakanda Forever, talks about the new antihero Namor (Tenoch Huerta)....

PlayingMarilyn Monroeis undoubtedly an incredible challenge. She was not just America’s most popular sex symbol in the 1950s, but her tragically brief life demands a depth of knowledge and talent to be able to portray her successfully. Ahead of the worldwide release ofBlonde, based onJoyce Carol Oates' 2000 bestselling novel of the same name,Ana de Armashas gotten favorable feedback from the film’s cast and crew, including one of the film’s stars,Adrien Brody, who said that the actress really channeled Monroe impressively—which somewhat shows beyond doubt that Armas' portrayal of Blonde was nothing less than a success, as theauthor herself previously described it....

Playstation released a new trailer for its upcoming gameDemon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles. The video heavily focuses on the game’s Adventure Mode, while giving a small look at the gameplay. The trailer shows that the Adventure Mode will be played through Tanjiro’s eyes, and the story will be the events of the first season ofDemon Slayer, as well as the events of the movieDemon Slayer: Mugen Train. Throughout the trailer, we see many moments from theDemon Slayeranime recreated, such as Tanjiro battling the powerful spider demon Rui, and Tanjiro and Nezuko fighting the Arrow Demon and the Temari Demon....

WithThe Light Between Oceansnow in theaters, I recently landed an exclusive interview with the film’s writer/directorDerek Cianfrance’s (Blue Valentine, The Place Beyond the Pines). During our conversation he talked about why he wanted to tell this story, adapting the novel, working withactors, his first cut, his editing process, test screenings, the release date, his next movieEmpire of the Summer Moon, and more. If you’re not familiar withThe Light Between Oceans, it’s a fantastic adaptation ofM....