The Friday Edition - Jan 13, 2023
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TV, The Last of Us

The NYC Event for ‘The Last of Us’ Was an Incredible 2003 Time Capsule

a sign that said look for the light at the nyc event for the last of us

Overall, the event was so much fun and something that really brought the brilliance of the show and the game together for fans to explore. I just wish I could have one of those beanies the Fireflies wore because they rule!

The post The NYC Event for ‘The Last of Us’ Was an Incredible 2003 Time Capsule appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, chucky, m3gan

M3GAN and Another Terrifying Doll Are Beefing

A queen named M3GAN watching out the window

She's now feuding though with another favorite murderous doll.

The post M3GAN and Another Terrifying Doll Are Beefing appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Big on the Internet, fancast, marvel, mcu, The Fantastic Four

This Chaotic ‘Fantastic Four’ Fan Casting Sounds Like a Hilarious Train Wreck

the first family of marvel in their weird space glory

A Twitter user asked fans who they would like to see as the iconic team in Marvel's upcoming reboot. One response conjured thoughts of a hilarious train wreck that could only play out in a very specific sort of fever dream.

The post This Chaotic ‘Fantastic Four’ Fan Casting Sounds Like a Hilarious Train Wreck appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Gerard Butler, Mike Colter, Plane

REVIEW: ‘Plane’ Is a Surprisingly Fun Time

Gerard Butler and Mike Coulter in Plane

We can explore movies like Plane which is truly just one of those moments that is fun and something to suspend your disbelief with for a while.

The post REVIEW: ‘Plane’ Is a Surprisingly Fun Time appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, contributor, Dungeons & Dragons, Tabletop Gaming, Wizards of the Coast

‘The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game’? These Publishers Are Leading the Pivot Away From D&D

Pathfinder Roleplaying Game

In response to Wizards of the Coast's proposed new Open Game License, two publishers are leading a strong pivot away from Dungeons & Dragons altogether.

The post ‘The World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game’? These Publishers Are Leading the Pivot Away From D&D appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, music, Willow

Every End Credits Song in ‘Willow’ on Disney+, Ranked

Elora Danan (Ellie Bamber) in 'Willow'

The choice to end every episode of 'Willow' on Disney+ with a pop song is pretty weird, and I love it. Here's every song they use, ranked worst to best!

The post Every End Credits Song in ‘Willow’ on Disney+, Ranked appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, pokemon, Pokemon Scarlet/Violet

Despite the Valid Criticisms, I’m Loving ‘Pokémon Scarlet’

The crocostimpy looks a lot like Koraidon from Pokemon Scarlet.

Although the criticisms against the new Pokémon games are warranted, there's a lot more to enjoy about them than you might think.

The post Despite the Valid Criticisms, I’m Loving ‘Pokémon Scarlet’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Glass Onion: a Knives Out Mystery, Janelle Monáe, Rian Johnson

Did You Notice This Little Detail in ‘Glass Onion’?

GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY (2022) Janelle Monáe as Andi and Kathryn Hahn as Claire. Cr: John Wilson/NETFLIX

Were you an eagle-eyed viewer? Did you see this and clock what it meant? Or is this news to you?

The post Did You Notice This Little Detail in ‘Glass Onion’? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Disney Channel, Phineas and Ferb

‘Phineas and Ferb’ Return for Two More Summers of New Episodes

Vincent Martella as Phineas and Thomas Brodie-Sangster as Ferb in Phineas and Ferb

The highly rated and beloved Disney Channel original series Phineas and Ferb is coming back to Disney with two brand new seasons totaling 40 episodes. Here's what we know about the revival.

The post ‘Phineas and Ferb’ Return for Two More Summers of New Episodes appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, Dungeons & Dragons, RPG, Tabletop Gaming

The Best ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Alternatives

DnD Alternatives: Best Games Like Dungeons and Dragons

Whether you're looking for a sword-and-sorcery fantasy game, a woodland-based adventure, a world of vampires and werewolves, or a sneaky rogue game where crime is the point, there's a vast number of titles to suit your needs.

The post The Best ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Alternatives appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Books, Dr. Seuss, racism

Dr. Seuss Reading Halted After Student Realizes the Book Is About Racism

A teacher sitting on a beanbag chair reads from a picture book to children gathered around her.

Any educator worth their salt will tell you that one of the best things that can happen in a classroom is a student going off-book.

The post Dr. Seuss Reading Halted After Student Realizes the Book Is About Racism appeared first on The Mary Sue.

News, Justin Roiland, Rick and Morty

‘Rick and Morty’ Creator Justin Roiland Accused of Grooming as Domestic Violence Charges Surface

BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JULY 24: Producer Justin Roiland speaks onstage during the Adult Swim: Rick and Morty panel at the Turner Broadcasting portion of the 2013 Summer Television Critics Association tour at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 24, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)

Why is the Rick and Morty creator trending in the news? If you're thinking "that can't be good," that's because it, uh, isn't.

The post ‘Rick and Morty’ Creator Justin Roiland Accused of Grooming as Domestic Violence Charges Surface appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Big on the Internet, #MeToo Movement, HBO Max, Mindy Kaling, Scooby-Doo, Velma

What Is ‘Velma’ DOING With This Awful #MeToo ‘Joke’?

Velma holds a frying pan with Fred and Velma's father in the background.

Velma, the HBO Max adult cartoon about the best detective in Mystery Inc., seems to pride itself on having a more "adult," cynical take on the gang of teenage crime solvers. However, that "adult" nature has led to some horrifically tasteless jokes.

The post What Is ‘Velma’ DOING With This Awful #MeToo ‘Joke’? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Hide From Homepage, musicals, Wicked (movie)

‘Wicked’ Has Bewitched Its Way to the Big Screen

Wicked stage production poster.

The film version of Broadway’s blockbuster hit Wicked is finally going to see the light of day in not one, but two big screen adaptations.

The post ‘Wicked’ Has Bewitched Its Way to the Big Screen appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Anime, anime openings, Hide From Homepage, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure

The 10 Best ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’ Openings

doppio in Traitor's Requiem opening

Anime openings are truly something special when they’re done right. When they’re great, skipping them is just doing yourself a disservice.

The post The 10 Best ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure’ Openings appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Jim Caviezel, Mel Gibson, The Passion of the Christ

What Exactly Would a ‘Passion of the Christ’ Sequel Be? Jesus Died, My Guys

smiling buddy jesus christ from the movie dogma

Personally, I don't think an antisemite should tell the story of Jesus Christ, a Jewish man. But that's just me!

The post What Exactly Would a ‘Passion of the Christ’ Sequel Be? Jesus Died, My Guys appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Gaming, contributor, Dungeons & Dragons, Wizards of the Coast

D&D Publisher Releases Statement Walking Back Changes That Rocked the Community

Dungeons & Dragons

Wizards of the Coast has finally responded to community backlash about its new proposed Open Game License for Dungeons & Dragons.

The post D&D Publisher Releases Statement Walking Back Changes That Rocked the Community appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Ant-Man, Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, marvel, mcu, Paul Rudd

Wait, Is Ant-Man Going To Die in ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’?

Paul Rudd as Scott Lang in 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania'

Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania dropped its final trailer recently, which seemed to hint at the death of Scott Lang.

The post Wait, Is Ant-Man Going To Die in ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’? appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Amazon Studios, Cara Delevingne, Carnival Row, fantasy, Hide From Homepage, Orlando Bloom

Finally, a ‘Carnival Row’ Season 2 Trailer

Orlando Bloom and Cara Delevingne in 'Carnival Row'

The first season of the steampunk-fantasy-murder mystery show left us on a cliffhanger: the last episode stopped just as tensions between the humans and Fae hit its peak. Now that Amazon officially confirmed season 2, let's go over all we know so far.

The post Finally, a ‘Carnival Row’ Season 2 Trailer appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Brendan Gleeson, Colin Farrell, The Banshees of Inisherin

Now That You’ve Seen ‘The Banshees of Inisherin,’ Let’s Talk About That Plot Twist

Padraic (Colin Farrell) and Colm (Brendan Gleeson) look at each other across a bench in 'The Banshees of Inisherin'

The Banshees of Inisherin is a nuanced meditation on loneliness, ambition, and identity—and it takes a dark turn in the second act.

The post Now That You’ve Seen ‘The Banshees of Inisherin,’ Let’s Talk About That Plot Twist appeared first on The Mary Sue.

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