Guardians of the Galaxy 2 Won't Have Any Infinity Stones

It looks like Thanos will continue to be the universe’s most inept villain whenGuardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2rolls around. The purple dude has been trying to collect himself some Infinity Stones since early on in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and whileAvengers: Infinity Waris imminent, we’re now 13 films in and the alien still has precisely zero stones in his possession. And now, according to writer/directorJames Gunn, it’ll stay that way in the highly anticipated sequelGuardians of the Galaxy, Vol....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 525 words · Kelly Anderson

How Do You Put AirPods Pro Into Pairing Mode

Pairing your AirPods Pro with different devices unlocks a convenient and high-quality listening experience. To connect to iPhones, Android devices, and other Bluetooth-capable electronics, you’ll need to put your AirPods Pro in pairing mode. Putting them in pairing mode is easy and is the first step to enjoying their wireless convenience. Whether it’s your first time or you need a refresher, this guide will walk you through the simple process of connecting your AirPods Pro to your favorite devices....

August 19, 2025 · 4 min · 685 words · Brenda Swanson

Indiana Jones 5: See Harrison Ford in First Image

The hype forIndiana Jones 5couldn’t possibly be any higher, but somehow Disney and Lucasfilm will just keep on teasing us for at least eight more months. We’ve yet to get a trailer for the upcoming new installment in theHarrison Ford-led adventure, which is allegedly arriving “soon”, and plot details are still kept heavily under wraps. So, we have to celebrate the fact that we finally got a first look at Indy, courtesy ofEmpire Magazine....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 469 words · Kathryn Jones

Jamie Dornan Joins Kristen Wiig in Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar

Taking a page out of theChris Hemsworthplaybook,Fifty ShadesstarJamie Dornanis signing on to joinBridesmaidsduoKristen WiigandAnnie Mumoloin the Lionsgate comedyBarb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, Collider has confirmed. Wiig and Mumolo will play best friends Barb and Star, who leave their small Midwestern town for the first time to go on vacation in Vista Del Mar, Florida, where they quickly get mixed up in a villain’s plot to kill everyone in town....

August 19, 2025 · 2 min · 387 words · Mr. Evan Davis

Joaquin Phoenix, Jeremy Renner, and Marion Cotillard Are in a Love Triangle in This Drama

James Graymay not be a filmmaker who has reached mainstream success in the same way thatChristopher NolanorJordan Peelehas, but he has certainly been responsible for some of the best films in recent memory. Between his melancholy space operaAd Astra, his adventure epicThe Lost City of Z, andhis regretful coming-of-age dramaArmageddon Time, Gray has been a staunch analyst of isolated characters with severe social issues. It is perhaps not that surprising that Gray’s films tend to be overlooked by award-season voters, as they often prove to be quite cynical and unsparing in their condemnation of powerful institutions....

August 19, 2025 · 4 min · 675 words · Mr. Joseph Rogers

Josh Brolin Says His Daughter Helped Him Join the Cast of Zach Cregger’s ‘Weapons’ [Exclusive]

If you’re on the hunt for a fun, creative, terrifying, anddownright unsettling newer horror film, and you turn to one of your genre-obsessed pals for some advice, it’s likelyBarbarianwill be on that list. Smart, well-penned, and perfectly performed with a touch of humor,Zach Cregger’s 2022 feature sits with a Certified Fresh rating of 92% onRotten Tomatoes. And, like we said, turn to one of your friends who knows the genre inside and out for your next movie....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 431 words · Joshua Rodriguez

Kathy Bates Has Picked Her Final Acting Project: “This Is My Last Dance”

Oscar and Emmy-winning actressKathy Bateshas announced her plans to retire from acting after her upcoming role in CBS’Matlockremake. In an interview withThe New York Times, Bates revealed her decision to step away from the spotlight, calling the legal drama her “last dance.” The veteran actress admitted she had considered retiring earlier, particularly after an unpleasant experience on a film set in 2023. Reflecting on the emotional toll her career has taken, Bates said, “It becomes my life....

August 19, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · David Ashley

Legion Recap: Chapter Four

“Takes more than talking.” That’s my favorite line from tonight’s episode ofLegion, in which we continued David’s (induced) trip down the rabbit hole, away from the scary man with the yellow eyes. It’s spoken by Philly (Ellie Araiza), David’s ex-girlfriend, who Syd and Ptonomy found working in a high-end real estate office. To allow Ptonomy time to scan Philly for memories about David before he ransacked Dr. Poole’s office, Syd pretends to be his wife and says, at one point, that “they’re talking about kids....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 571 words · Daniel Lewis

Mad Max: Fury Road's George Miller on What Could Happen Furiosa

On Friday,Mad Max: Fury RoaddirectorGeorge Milleropened up about his 2015Mad Maxsequel during a recent in-depth interview. Miller devoted some time during the hour-long chat to discussing the true hero ofFury Road,Charlize Theron’s Furiosa, and what fate he envisioned for the character after the final showdown against Immortan Joe (Hugh Keays-Byrne). Never one to play it safe, Miller’s answers about the fates he’s thought of for Furiosa will surprise you. Miller shared his Furiosa future ideas with his interviewer, MTV and Happy Sad Confused podcast hostJosh Horowitz, during aFury Roadanniversary interview for ReedPop’s Metaverse at this year’s virtual New York Comic-Con....

August 19, 2025 · 3 min · 445 words · Alexander Spencer

Mama June Shannon’s Granddaughter Custody Battle, Explained

Following the death of her daughterAnna “Chickadee” Cardwellafter a long battle with stage 4 adrenal carcinoma, reality starMama June Shannon is currently embroiled in a legal controversy surrounding one of her grandchildren. Chickadee left behind her husband,Michael Cardwell,and two children after passing away at the age of 29. And now, her eldest daughterKaitlyn Elizabeth’s custody is in question. InMama June: Family CrisisSeason 6, the audience got to see the family bid farewell to Chickadee....

August 19, 2025 · 7 min · 1466 words · April Powers

Marvel Studios Needs To Follow 'X-Men '97' With 'Spider-Man '98'

The word is out, andX-Men ‘97is a runaway success. The animated series, a continuation ofthe iconic 1990s showX-Men: The Animated Series, managed to live up to the hype.The show has quickly become one of Marvel’s most buzzed about seriesin recent memory.X-Men ‘97not only succeeds as an exceptional adaptation of the comic book adventures of Marvel’s merry band of mutants, but the show alsofeatures Easter eggs, cameos, and references to various other charactersand stories from across the Marvel Universe....

August 19, 2025 · 7 min · 1325 words · Michael Johnson

National Film Registry Adds The Princess Bride and More

Every year, the National Film Preservation Board adds films to the National Film Registry. These movies are selected because of their cultural, historic or aesthetic importance, and will be carefully preserved for all-time. In a way, it’s the ultimate “best of” list because while every critic comes out with an annual Top 10 list, when the NFPB chooses movies, they actually have to go the work of preserving those movies. For more on the National Film Registry, I highly encourage you to check out the documentaryThese Amazing Shadows....

August 19, 2025 · 17 min · 3586 words · Kathryn Garcia

Netflix's 'One Piece' Live-Action Series: Budget Breakdown

Though Netflix has had mixed success with live-action anime adaptations, the streaming giant is going all in for their take onOne Piece. For the first time in live-action, Monkey D. Luffy (Iñaki Godoy) and his crew of good-hearted pirates will be voyaging into the Grand Line to recover the elusive One Piece treasure. It’s an adventure that is still continuing to this day, as the beloved anime series currently consists of well over a thousand episodes....

August 19, 2025 · 5 min · 1028 words · Jaime Werner