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Blue Beetle: A Legacy of Latino Heritage and Superhero Excellence

Blue Beetle, the moniker of several fictional superheroes appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, is a character with a rich and diverse history, deeply rooted in Latino heritage and superhero excellence. The Blue Beetle mantle has been passed down through generations, each iteration leaving an indelible mark on the DC Comics universe. Jaime Reyes: The Blue Beetle of the New Millennium In 2006, Jaime Reyes, a teenage Mexican-American from El Paso, Texas, became the third Blue Beetle, inheriting a powerful scarab that granted him superhuman abilities. Jaime's introduction marked a significant shift in the character's portrayal, bringing a fresh perspective and a strong Latino identity to the Blue Beetle legacy. Jaime Reyes' Background and Connection to Latino Heritage Jaime Reyes' background as a young Latino superhero resonated with readers, providing a role model for a diverse audience. His struggles with identity, family, and the challenges of growin

WGA reached a historic agreement after 148 days of strikes and struggles with AI

After 148 days of demanding better rights for workers in the film industry, the Writers Guild of America last night officially announced an end to the strike. A tentative agreement was reached earlier this week, and with the announcement that the strike was over, details of the new agreement between the studio and the union were finally  revealed, and what they bring to the table. historical nature. WGA members  still need to vote on ratification, which takes place from October 2 to 9, but in the meantime, writers will return to work knowing they will have new protections , comprehensive against AI. , better balance, accurate streaming data, and health insurance.  Although AMPTP initially resisted and refused to meet some of the demands that the WGA made at the start of the strike, the authors were successful in almost all of their demands, demonstrating that collective bargaining can really be effective. The seven-page plan released by the WGA clearly shows the change in its demands b

Return to Arrakis this fall as Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune' comes to a new streaming home

Originally scheduled to return to Arrakis this fall, it was announced that  House Atreides' continued revenge on its enemies, House Harkonnen, will continue in Dune: Part two will have to wait until March 2024. Warner Bros., in  clearly disappointing news, decided in August to push forward with Denis Villeneuve's sequel in response to the WGA and SAG strikes -AFTRA at the time. However, it offers an opportunity for those unfamiliar with the ongoing intergalactic war  to  familiarize themselves with the situation by watching Dune, the first part of the story directed by Villeneuve.  Streaming giant Netflix has  announced that the series will be available on the platform on October 1. Dune  previously aired on HBO Max, however, with the decision to land on Netflix, this is certain would expand the Empire's reach while also drawing people to Arrakis as the quest for spice continued. This move could  prove to be a breakthrough in the long run as there is a chance of increased a

The Steven Spielberg movie that inspired 'Stranger Things'

Netflix has achieved many successes throughout its tenure, but there is one that stands out: Strange things. Matt and Ross Duffer's sci-fi movie has spread across pop culture like a freight train, inspiring everything from haunted houses to crossovers with  Mutant Ninja Turtles Teens. (This is not a joke. This is an actual comic book currently being published.) Part of this is how Stranger Things influenced its cover art; everything from Dungeons & Dragons to '80s horror movies is woven into the series' DNA. But the biggest influence has to be Steven Spielberg. It is Spielberg's filmography that has helped shape the DNA of Stranger Things, whether they are films he has directed or  produced; The young cast of  characters pay homage to The Goonies, while the supernatural events are a spiritual successor to Close Encounters of the Third Kind. The Duffer Brothers chose one particular Spielberg film  that had a big influence on Stranger Things, which is Super 8. The Duf

Blooper reel “Red, White and Royal Blue” makes romantic comedy even cuter

After the summer entertainment brought by Red, White & Royal Blue, Prime Video has released reels, in which the main actors have fun, forget their lines or  simply fall more awkwardly than expected. While Alex (Taylor Zakhar Perez) and Henry (Nicholas Galitzine) are on a journey of discovery throughout the film, creating their story is clearly a lot of fun. Many of the film's memorable scenes  are seen from a new perspective thanks to the blooper reel, giving audiences  a chance to see how the romantic comedy is made. While it can be interesting to see the mistakes  made while filming  the book adaptation, the same cannot be said about how the relationship between the two characters begins. As the son of the President of the United States, Alex carries a lot of pressure on his shoulders. His mother held one of the most important jobs on the  planet, which helped him become a public figure at a young age. In all of this, he is not ready to meet someone who will change  his life.

Shawn Levy Talks 'All the Light We Can't See' and the Limited Series That Feels Like a 4-Hour Movie [Exclusive]

During the press conference discussing the animated film Night at the Museum:  Kahmunrah Rises Again producer (and Free Guy director) Shawn Levy took some time to talk about his upcoming high-profile project. Levy has directed all episodes of Netflix's limited series All The Light We Can See, which is currently in post-production. In addition to working on the upcoming series, he also directed the final season of Stranger Things, is set to make another raw and gritty  chapter in Deadpool's story, and has his sights set on his own Star Wars project. With just four episodes, the historical story will focus on a blind French teenager who comes across a German soldier as they try to escape the devastation of Nazi-occupied France during World War II. The story  All The Light We Can See is a global literary  phenomenon, with more than 9 million copies sold across the planet. Besides the coveted Pulitzer Prize, the novel also earned the author the Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence

'Oppenheimer' surpasses 'Bohemian Rhapsody' to become the highest-grossing biopic of all time

Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer will set another record in its historic opening  at the global box office,  becoming the highest-grossing biopic in history after surpassing the 2018 musical, Bohemian Rhapsody, which recorded The story of the life of iconic musician Freddie Mercury and, more broadly, the rich career of  legendary band Queen. Bohemian Rhapsody grossed $910.8 million on an estimated $55 million budget, an astonishing box office success by any measure. Even though Oppenheimer had a larger budget of $100 million, it has now surpassed that at the box office  with $912.7 million and could win the biopic title along with the many other awards it has won. won during its hugely successful run since its launch on July 21.  Oppenheimer tells the story of J. Robert Oppenheimer, a theoretical physicist who served as  director of the Manhattan Project,  based in Los Alamos, New Mexico. The Manhattan Project was a secret research group responsible for developing and fielding the 

Revealing the horrors of Nazi Germany in “All the Light We Can See”

While Werner may be trying to get the  evil Nazi ideologies out of his head, Levy and Doerr want to make it clear that this is not how every member of this murderous and hateful  party is portrayed. description. “It's really not a regrettable piece,” Levy said. “Obviously the book is not the story of the Holocaust, but the story of World War II, and the reality of what the Germans did at that time was brutal and horrifying, and the fact that we are To talk or hear about a resurgence of this ideology is truly grotesque. So, sure, our series is committed to showing the grotesqueries of that state of mind, but it's also a huge zoom in on this  character and this  girl and this guy and destiny. How do they intersect?  Featuring performances from Mark Ruffalo, Hugh Laurie, and newcomer Aria Mia Loberti, All the Light We Can See will hit Netflix on November 2, 2023. Don't miss Weintraub's full conversation with Levy and Doerr, and while we wait for the film to premiere this f

How “All the Light We Cannot See” Sheds Light on Nazi Predatory Activities

A story of hope and triumph in one of history's darkest chapters, fans of Anthony Doerr's  All the Light We Could See are counting down the days until the title makes its  series debut limited on Netflix. Hitting theaters on November 2, 2023, the Shawn Levy-directed series tells the poignant story of a group of seemingly unrelated people caught up in the horrors of World War II. An exquisite work, the historical drama tells the story of a young man named Werner (Louis Hofmann) who is forced to fight the Nazis. In an interview with Levy and Doerr at Collider's TIFF media studio at the MARBL Film Center, editor Steve Weintraub explains how they approached this delicate story about a German caught up in  war without being due to his fault. Offering to "go back to the script", Levy explained the plot of All the Light We Can See, detailing Werner's relationship with the Nazi Party. “One of the two leads is a character named Werner, who is a German orphan who shows

“Wednesday,” “The Lost Boys” and more in Box Lunch's new Halloween collection

You might not have decided what your Halloween costume will be this year, but that doesn't mean you have to go out without something appropriate for the spooky season. BoxLunch today revealed  that it will launch a new product line that honors fan-favorite horror franchises like Friday the 13th, Chucky and Beetlejuice. The pop culture retailer has revealed what products you can buy on its website  in time for Halloween. The only requirement to take advantage of this new product line is to be a horror fan. From home goods to clothing, jewelry to novelty items, BoxLunch promises to have something for everyone. A quick look at the horror section of the site will reveal that the retailer is stocked with shirts, backpacks, magazines, t-shirts, bags, Funkos, necklaces, pins...and that's just the page Firstly ! BoxLunch offers merchandise for every generation of horror fans Horror fans will also be impressed by the range of titles honored on each product. The retailer offers merchandi

Part 2 of “The Last of Us” has found Abby

The first season of the PlayStation adaptation led by Bella Ramsey and Pedro Pascal infected HBO earlier this year.  It's hard to believe  we're almost at the end of the year, but 2023 has been great for television. It all started with HBO's The Last of Us in January. The series based on the popular video game series took the world by storm thanks to its stellar performances,  authenticity to the original, and mixing Great mix of emotional storytelling and horror. The series was quickly renewed for season 2 after its stellar success at HBO, and fans of the game know exactly what that means. Abby will soon be heading our way, and even though we're in the middle of an epic attack, the titular villain has  been chosen.  In a more extensive interview with Last of Us showrunner Craig Mazin told the Los Angeles Times: "Once the series resumes production, there will be a lot of important questions regarding the second season, such as who will play Abby, Ellie's new  r

Deadpool 3 could be Wolverine's playground

It's  easy to imagine how sharing the spotlight would make Deadpool 3 even more exciting. Given that the character has a tendency to break the fourth wall and comment on events, it feels like not being the sole star of the movie is something he'll definitely deal with. Plus, having Wolverine in an R-rated movie is every X-Men fan's dream, and in a context like the Deadpool series, that means  the mutant will be "off the chain." " and put on a yellow suit to become as violent as 'him'. Right. in  comics. We saw a bit of an R-rated Wolverine in 2017's Logan, but that movie had a completely different tone - not to mention  it aimed to bid farewell to the character. Logan is also something that Deadpool will likely bring to Deadpool 3.  Another early Marvel player returning to the screen is Jennifer Garner as Elektra. The R-rated film will also give the character a platform to become the cold-blooded assassins fans know from the comics. There are also

Stamp Hamill Is Frequenting in Unused 'The Drop of the House of Usher' Picture

We're still a month out from the exceedingly expected discharge of Mike Flanagan's Netflix constrained arrangement The Drop of the House of Usher, an adjustment of the popular Edgar Allan Poe story of the same title, and Amusement Week by week has fair discharged modern to begin with see pictures from the arrangement. These unused pictures donate us distant better;a much better;a higher;a stronger;an improved">a much better see at Mark Hamill's character. A  Modern Turn on an Ancient Story The Drop of the House of Usher was made by Mike Flanagan as a portion of his multi-project bargain with Netflix. Over the course of his work with the gushing benefit, Flanagan has displayed stories both unique and adjusted from classic works of writing. From Shirley Jackson's The Frequenting of Slope House to The Frequenting of Bly House, adjusted from Henry James' work The Turn of the Screw, Flanagan has never shied absent from changing his source fabric. And it looks lik

Here's how to watch the "Conjuring" movies in order (chronologically and by release date)

The Conjuring came out in 2013, with director James Wan proving that there's still plenty of horror  in your classic haunted house setting, with dark corners, creaking floors and clapping hands. hand in the night. But The Conjuring's real secret  is Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren,  married paranormal investigators - based on two real people  TBD - with a full-fledged garage filled with haunted jewels. haunted records, cursed records and haunted goods. , each deserves a subsection in its own right.  And  the Conjuring-verse spin-off does just that, introducing the origins of the demon doll Annabelle, the cursed nun Valak, the crying woman known as La Llorona, and more. The haunting poetic story begins in 1950s Romania and continues through the 1980s, each story interweaving with another corner of the Warrens' haunted history. Perhaps you are looking for a refresh of this universe with the release of his latest work, The Nun II, now in theaters. We

'Deadpool 3' Director Shawn Levy Calls Deadpool-Wolverine Collaboration 'Director's Heaven'

Ever since Deadpool 3 was announced, it immediately became one of the most anticipated superhero movies by fans. Not only because the mouthy mercenary has become extremely popular in cinema, but also because he will be joined by another fan: Werewolves. Directors Shawn Levy and Ryan Reynolds managed to lure Hugh Jackman out of retirement from X-Men, and the filmmaker spoke to Collider about the crazy experience of bringing the two iconic characters  together for the first time. on screen. During an interview at Collider's TIFF media studio at the MARBL Cinema Center  for the limited series All the Light We Can See, Levy told our editor-in-chief Steve Weintraub that the upcoming blockbuster will be real. featuring Deadpool (Reynolds) in the spotlight. because it will be as much  a Logan/Wolverine (Jackman) movie as it is a Deadpool movie. In addition to being a "two-hander," Levy said it will be "raw, edgy" and of course R-rated.   “You have two major movie stars

Roger Ebert wrote a review for Garfield As Garfield

Roger Ebert was born on June 18, 1942 in Urbana, Illinois. During his lifetime, Ebert forever changed the world of film criticism, bringing the art form into the mainstream like never before (does any other film critic name characters  in blockbusters? by Roland Emmerich after him?). Ebert's legacy  lives on in the modern filmmakers he championed like Ava. DuVernay and Ramin Bahrani, whose works and careers  still leave a significant impact on the world of cinema. Ebert has been absent from the world of film criticism for more than a decade now, but the loss of his words and perspectives has never ceased to be devastating. Garfield the Cat technically originated as the local strip Jon in 1976  before debuting as a national strip in 1978 with Garfield. Garfield's artistic legacy is not as profound as Ebert's, but there is no denying that Garfield left his mark on the world of popular culture. Today, it's hard to imagine a single comic book becoming a global phenomenon. B

The Most Anticipated Movies of 2023

2022 is a great year for movies, but 2023 is sure to deliver good value for  money. From comedies like Bottoms to dramas like Killers of the Flower Moon, horror movies like The Nun 2 to action movies like The Marvels, there's good content to look forward to at all all genres. By the end of 2023, with this lineup and everything else coming out throughout the year, we could consider 2023  one of cinema's greatest years. Here are the movies coming out in 2023 that will interest you.  Low (September 1st)  Period: 1 hour 32 minutes | Sex: Comedy | Manager: Emma Seligman  Cast:Rachel Sennott, Ayo Edebiri, Havana Rose Liu, Kaia Gerber  Bottoms seems like the best teen  comedy since Superbad, and we're here for it. Starring Ayo Edebiri (The Bear) and Rachel Sennott (Shiva Baby), who also co-wrote the screenplay, the film follows high school students who are tired of being bullied – so they form a story. Fight club to fight back and score points. Ladies. It's rare that we get a

Taylor Momsen opens up about shocking 'Gossip Girl' release

Back in 2007, when Gossip Girl came out, the CW's hit  teen series were all about drama. However, fans were surprised by a surprise announcement that also hinted at the behind-the-scenes drama: After barely appearing in Season 4 of the show, lead actor Taylor Momsen will not be returning to the show. At the time, it was rumored that Momsen was having "difficulties" on set, but when it came to an appearance on the Penn Badgley (You)  Podcrushed podcast, which was filmed earlier this year, the actor and singer hinted about the fact that he was shocked to leave the hit series.  On the show, Momsen plays Jenny Humphrey,  the sister of Badgley's character, Dan Humphrey. As the youngest of the cast, Jenny has one of the most interesting storylines on the show: A poor girl but also a fashionista with a keen sense of fashion design. She begins to mature and work her way up in the fashion world (and falls into a number of industry traps), but her character's journey is cut

Image of 'Quantum Leap' season 2 Adding 'Yellow Vests' and '100' stars to the time travel series

Quantum Leap returns to our lives with Ben Song (Raymond Lee) starring. The original series, which ran from 1989 to 1993, starred Scott Bakula as Sam Beckett, a man who from time to time puts himself in someone else's shoes  to help  fix something in his life. live and make his story  special. The Quantum Leap program was designed as a way to interfere with those exposed to it and ensure that their timeline remains intact, meaning  whoever jumps in takes control of the person. other. The new series features a great cast of characters helping Ben fix what needs fixing.  The first season saw Ben go from presenter to host with the help of Addison (Caitlin Bassett)  from the modern world. Addison also has the help of Ian (Mason Alexander Park) by his side as well as Herbert "Magic" Williams (played by Ernie Hudson) - Ian is also a character from the original series. While Sam may not be on the show, we've come to know and love Ben as he jumps from life to life and fans of

'Riverdale' peaks in season 2

Riverdale Season 1 is the perfect addition to the teen drama/mystery genre. It has a good balance of mystery, comedy, and romance, with a moderate amount of teen drama coinciding with the network it airs. It's a gripping piece based on the popular "Archie Comics" and appeals to audiences of all ages. So as the finale of Season 1 mounts another small-town mystery, it's clear we'll be back. with pep see you soon.  Season 1's final episode ended unexpectedly when a masked gunman shot Fred Andrews (Luke Perry), leaving his fate to his as he bled to death in Archie's (KJ Apa) arms. Season 2  where season 1 started is over, with Fred lying in the hospital and Archie and his friends trying to figure out why someone would want to bully Fred. But  it turns out this isn't just an isolated incident as initially thought, and it's clear  the town is dealing with a serial killer. Dum, dum, dum! The killer is believed to be The Black Hood, and throughout the seas

'The Witcher' should have ended after season 1

Netflix has been able to use its streaming platform to create a home for series that have amassed huge fan bases. While they've seen success come from their original titles in the past, not every series was able to get the green light for a first season. The Witcher first felt promising when the streamer adapted the novel series that was later adapted into the critically acclaimed video game. The first season of The Witcher received a relatively positive response from the audience as well as critics, but  the second season began to show that the series quickly ran out of energy.  Ultimately, Seasons 2 and 3  struggled to maintain the quality achieved in the first season, relying heavily on Henry Cavill's performance as Geralt of Rivia to keep things moving. Deviations from the  series, weak world-building, and unattractive supporting characters are proof that The Witcher shouldn't have ventured beyond the first season. The show really feels like it has no  direction. Netfli

The best TV series on Netflix right now

The beauty of Netflix is ​​that the streaming service gives you a ton of genre choices. If you want to set up your actions, you are free to do so. If you like a comedy, horror or a real horror movie, they have them too. But sometimes it's hard to beat real TV series, and Netflix has a huge selection of  this particular genre. To help you narrow down your choices, we've now put together a list of the  best TV series on Netflix, ranging from period dramas to relationship dramas to gems. little-known precious. There are films by big, well-known filmmakers on this list, and there are also films by young talent that are absolutely worth watching.  Rebecca (2020)  Period: 2 hours 3 minutes | Manager: Ben Wheatley  Cast: Lily James, Armie Hammer, Kristin Scott Thomas, Keeley Hawes, Ann Dowd, Sam Riley  It might seem like an offense to remake an Alfred Hitchcock classic (especially the one that won Best Picture), but Ben Wheatley's adaptation of  Daphne du Maurier's beloved nov

Watch “Ahsoka” on the Big Screen – Episode 5 Coming to Selected Theaters

The first half of “Ahsoka” is currently streaming on Disney+.  The Star Wars universe is currently in the midst of Ahsoka's journey. After one of the series' best episodes in the  Disney+ era, it was announced that the sequel, Episode 5, will premiere in select theaters. Watch out for the spoilers for Episode 4 “The Fallen Jedi” ahead. Thanks to Gofobo, the screening  will take place next Tuesday, September 12 across the US (same release date on Disney+). Some lucky fans will even be able to watch the new episode in IMAX format.  While shows like The Mandalorian and Andor have tackled the more gritty and western influences of Star Wars, Ahsoka happily brings the series back to its iridescent sword-fighting roots. bright. So far, the series has been more than just an extension of the Clone Wars and Rebels fan service. You mostly have  returning characters like Sabine (Natasha Liu Bordizzo), Hera (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) and the impending confrontation with Thrawn (Lars Mikkelse

Bring "Barbie" into Your Mojo Dojo Casa Home with a New Digital Release Date

 Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling star in Greta Gerwig's latest film.  Barbie's summer may be over, but the biggest movie of the year still has a few tricks up its sleeve. According to Deadline, Greta Gerwig's latest film will be purchased and rented on digital platforms on September 12, allowing audiences to take home musicals, heartfelt drama and gripping comedy. . While it seems like nothing can beat The Super Mario Bros. Movie. At the box office, Barbie's appearance smashed all expectations, becoming one of the biggest movie premieres since cinemas around the world reopened after the pandemic.  While other days were Warner Bros. As for the digital release  of the biggest film in their history,  the film was further delayed due to high demand for the title that is still playing in theaters. But now, September 12 seems to be the official launch date for Barbie's home media campaign. It's unclear if the studio plans to release a physical  release of the title, bu

Explaining the magical universe, from Valak to Annabelle

Let's break down James Wan's house of horrors, from demonic nuns to deadly dolls.  Now showing in theaters The Nun II, the eighth film in a supernatural franchise that includes main installments, spin-offs and prequels, has no end in sight. Real-life paranormal investigations Ed and Lorraine Warren were either real bad guys fighting demons or a  couple who threw holy water on some seriously mentally ill people over the course of their careers, depending on your belief in 'occultism'. But what no one expected them to be were box office giants. And yet, when director James Wan and screenwriters Chad and Carey W. Hayes fictionalized the couple's 1972 Rhode Island fight with a ghostly witch in 2013's The Conjuring — starring Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga in the title roles — a new horror series that preceded our eyes. Wilson and Farmiga are perfect and Wan's slow, gentle plot twists are extremely creepy, but what is said to attract fans' attention  the mos

Every movie from Disney's golden age is rated

There's no point in going from worst to best when we're talking about the classic "big five". Fans and critics of The Walt Disney Corporation have created seven eras to categorize their cartoons. These eras are distinguished by trends common to  the films of the time, such as writing style and animation. The first was called the Golden Age and lasted from 1937 to 1942.  After nearly a decade of training  animators through  Silly Symphony animated films, Walt Disney decided to try his hand at making animators. His first five films are considered pioneers of animation, featuring groundbreaking techniques such as realistic motion and multi-plane cameras for greater depth of field. Compared to later films, The Golden Age's writing relies more on emotion than logic, resulting in expressive storytelling that remains popular nearly 90 years after its release. "DUMBO" (1941)  The production of Dumbo is one of Disney's most exciting things. Due to the Second

Andy Muschietti's worst impulses pervade his two biggest blockbusters

Andy Muschietti exposed serious flaws when trying to handle larger  projects in his second films "It" and "The Flash". Movies are not  made by one person. Even the most poignant indie film takes a lot of soul to make it happen, from the scriptwriting to  the cinematography and a ton of post-production work. This is especially true when dealing with a big blockbuster  like 2023's The Flash. Massively produced with a budget that contains more zeros than an episode of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon pretends to laugh, The Flash is not a project focused solely on its purpose. Directed by Andy Muschietti. Formerly responsible for horror titles such as Mama and the two It films, Muschietti was responsible for arranging many of the DC Comics cinematic continuity and various corporate bosses on The Flash.  That can't be easy, and some of the problems with The Flash are certainly the result of too many execs trying to put their stamp on a movie. However, Musch

'Godzilla Minus One' trailer brings destruction to post-war Japan

 Toho has revealed the new full trailer for the upcoming kaiju disaster movie starring one of Japan's most iconic monsters,  Godzilla Minus One, bringing back the most famous lizard in the series. popular culture. In November 2022, the Japan-based entertainment company made an exciting announcement when it released the first trailer for its latest film kaiju. This film marks an important milestone as it is the first domestic Godzilla production in Japan since  the remarkable Shin Godzilla debut in 2016.  The trailer shows Japan still recovering from World War II and claims that "Japan has lost everything". It shows warships heading for the Pacific, where nuclear explosions hint to us that the film will  directly incorporate the infamous nuclear tests around islands like Bikini Atoll, where devastated the ecology of the area. And at first glance, Godzilla's new look is extremely unhappy to be bothered by all  these nuclear explosions.  Written and directed by Takashi Y