Why Shadow's Sonic 3 Storyline Was The Most Challenging Game Adaptation Yet Explained By Franchise Writers

Warning: SPOILERS lie ahead for Sonic the Hedgehog 3! With the character’s introduction being hailed as a highlight of the film, Pat Casey and Josh Miller share why Shadow’s storyline inSonic the Hedgehog 3was their trickiest adaptation job yet. Having been teased in the previous movie’s credits scene, the threequel properlybrought Shadow to the franchise, with Keanu Reeves voicing the antihero hedgehog as he sets out on a quest for revenge for the death of his only friend, Maria Robotnik, 50 years earlier at the hands of GUN....

June 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1193 words · Michelle Gutierrez

Why Snow White Is Facing Backlash Despite Being Disney's Prized Possession

Despite being Disney’s prized possession, the 2025Snow Whitemovie might struggle in its cultural appeal, as it’s faced backlash for years prior to its release. The original “Snow White” fairy tale dates back centuries and was initially published by the Brothers Grimm, butthe title has been popularized in contemporary culture by Disney’s 1937 film,Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Nearly a century later, this film is still regarded as one of thebest Disney movies of all time, as it’s a classic of childhood animation that nearly every movie lover has seen at some point....

June 26, 2025 · 6 min · 1176 words · Jeffery Cook

Yes, Gladiator 2's Colosseum Naval Battles Really Happened: What To Know & What's Changed

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Gladiator 2.Ridley Scott’sGladiatorsequelGladiator IIis undoubtedly a marvel andalready a box office hit days before the USGladiator IIrelease. The director of the classic swords-and-sandals epic has not lost his knack for balancing historical inspiration with grandiose spectacle. The ramped-up elements of the long-awaited sequel have been the subject of fierce debate regardinghow manyGladiator IIdetails are real. One of these events is the recreation of a naval battle, and its representation inGladiator IIis a cinematic first....

June 26, 2025 · 7 min · 1423 words · Timothy Hurst

You Just Found Another Reason To Watch Netflix’s 2024 Action Thriller With 95% On Rotten Tomatoes If You Haven’t Already

There’s a new reason to watch Netflix’s hit action thrillerRebel Ridge, aside from the film’s critical praise.Rebel Ridge debuted to great reviews and a nearly perfect Rotten Tomatoes score of 95%. Led by Aaron Pierre’s performance as former marine Terrence Richmond, the film follows his discovery of systemic corruption in a small town.Rebel Ridge’s cast, intense action scenes and compelling themes have elevated the Netflix action movie and led it to be compared to films likeWalking TallandFirst Blood....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 673 words · Kyle Manning

“Whose Idea Was This”: SNL Acknowledging Their Most Controversial Skits Gets Mixed Results From Fans?

Saturday Night Livetook some time out of its 50th Anniversary Special to apologize for some of itspast controversial sketches, and viewer reaction has proven divisive.Over the years, the popular late-night comedy sketch show has parodied and poked fun at everything from culture, class, ethnicity, politics, celebrity, and more, and has often courted controversy during its time on the air. The show has also had its share of controversial cast members over the years and has had a number of jokes that have aged poorly in the current cultural, political, and social climate....

June 26, 2025 · 4 min · 673 words · Jimmy Johnson

"Batman and Eagle": Jason Todd's Original Codename Proves Batman Never Wanted a Second Robin

Summary BatmanandRobinare one of the most classic comic duos in history – meaning that when DC replaced Bruce Wayne’s original sidekick, Dick Grayson, in the role, the move drew significant ire from fans. Some never fully accepted Jason Todd in the role; however, the truth is, neither Batman nor Jason intended for him to become the second Robin. Instead,Dick Grayson himself offered him the moniker and costume. 1984’sBatman#368 opens with Bruce and Jason facing the dilemma of what the boy’s vigilante codename should be....

June 25, 2025 · 4 min · 651 words · Kimberly Mason

"I Hope The World Agrees": John Cena Gives An Update On One Of The Best Things About Peacemaker Ahead Of Season 2

One of the new changes forPeacemakerseason 2 gets an exciting update from John Cena as his character gets ready to join theDC Universe. While James Gunn is setting up a new franchise through DC Studios,the DCU timelinewill feature some familiar faces from the DCEU era, withPeacemakerseason 2 set to continue Cena’s comic book saga. That said, changes are still on their way for thePeacemakerTV show as it moves over to the new universe, which also includes making a new version of the famous dance montage that was part of the opening credits in season 1....

June 25, 2025 · 3 min · 577 words · Sara Taylor

"I Try Not to Duplicate Naruto": Boruto's Author Explains Why His Villains Are Different (And Why Some Fans Don't Like Them)

AlthoughBorutois the continuation of the legendaryNarutofranchise, the series has many differences from its predecessor and one of the biggest ones isthe antagonist and villain cast. The villains fromBorutoattracted a fair share of criticism for being not as compelling as those fromNaruto, and for often lacking motivations that could truly resonate with fans. This is understandable when comparing them to shonen icons such as Orochimaru,the Akatsuki, or even Uchiha Madara. While someBorutovillains managed to stand on their own, especially Momoshiki due to his connection with the protagonist, others like Code have become infamous as examples of what fans don’t like about the series....

June 25, 2025 · 4 min · 679 words · Nancy Massey

"I Wouldn't Do It Again": One Walking Dead Moment Changed the Story In Ways the Creator Never Imagined

The Walking Dead’s first issue premiered over two decades ago, with series creator Robert Kirkman putting his characters through harrowing situation after harrowing situation as Rick Grimes and his fellow travelers did whatever they could to survive the zombie apocalypse in one piece. Incorporating dozens of iconic moments sprinkled throughout his epic undead saga,Kirkman has revealed how one brutal event changedThe Walking Dead’s storyin a way he never imagined, forcing him to rethink how he wrote his main protagonist entirely....

June 25, 2025 · 4 min · 653 words · Debra Li

"What Do You Want Me To Do, Some Of The Minor Characters?": Hans Zimmer Confirms MCU Has Reached Out & Explains Why He Turned Them Down

ComposerHans Zimmerisn’t in a rush to score anMCUmovie, as he has already scored the most famous superheroes of all time. Hans Zimmer is one of the most successful movie composers in Hollywood, having composed the scores of movies such asGladiator,Inception,Interstellar, andThe Lion King, the latter of which earned him an Academy Award for Best Original Score. Thanks to his work on superhero movies, Hans Zimmer is also synonymous with the genre alongside other composers such as Michael Giacchino, Danny Elfman, and Alan Silvestri....

June 25, 2025 · 3 min · 511 words · Maurice Simmons

10 Best DC Comic Stories That Defined The 2000s

First established as National Publications in the 1930s,DC Comicshas accumulated an impressive history of comic book stories, thanks to characters like Batman and Superman. Every decade has brought its own unique style to the industry, and nowhere has that been as true as for DC. Where some decades were marked by grim and gritty tales, others were more experimental. When it comes to the 2000s, DC underwent a period of optimism, revivals, epic sagas and fan-favorite creative teams....

June 25, 2025 · 9 min · 1720 words · Christopher Brennan

10 Best DCEU Aquaman Moments That Prove Jason Momoa Needs To Be In The DCU

Summary The DCEU certainly had its flaws, but when it came to casting, actors like Jason Momoa, who playedAquaman perfectly captured their roles, proving why they should be brought backin James Gunn’sDCU. The DCEU had a fairly limited lifespan, but when it came to its Justice League, there was a lot of promise that never got a chance to fully shine. Fortunately, Momoa had an additional two solo films to explore the character of Arthur Curry, and he nailed it....

June 25, 2025 · 10 min · 2117 words · Kenneth Miranda

10 Biggest Choices In The Witcher 3 That Actually Matter

The Witcher 3offers players a lot of choices throughoutits 100+ hours of gameplay, but some of them matter a lot more than others. While some choices dictate the course of a single quest or how Geralt tackles a specific monster, others can have lasting impacts on the rest of the game. WithThe Witcher 4following Ciriafter the events ofThe Witcher 3, it will be interesting to see ifthe predecessor’s biggest choices also influence the new game....

June 25, 2025 · 10 min · 1969 words · Tracy Allen