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TV, Daemon Targaryen, House of the Dragon, Rhaenyra Targaryen

The Internet Is Coming to Terms With Shipping Daemon and Rhaenyra on ‘House of the Dragon’

Photograph by Ollie Upton / HBO Milly Alcock, Matt Smith HBO House of the Dragon Season 1 - Episode 4
So you find yourself shipping Rhaenyra and Daemon and you're questioning your morals. We've all been there.
TV, Daemon Targaryen, House of the Dragon, Matt Smith

‘House of the Dragon’ Producer Vastly Underestimated What Matt Smith’s Appeal Would Do to the Internet

Matt Smith as Daemon Targaryen in House of the Dragon
Daemon Targaryen is, for the most part, everyone's favorite character to talk about on House of the Dragon.
Movies, Black Adam, movie review

Review: Dwayne Johnson’s 30+ Years of Charisma Shine in Black Adam

black adam is a rock showcase
Dwayne Johnson delivers the culmination of over thirty years of performing in 'Black Adam.' One part origin story and one part action movie, it is all The Rock.
Movies & TV, Matt Reeves, Robert Pattinson, The Batman

We’re Reportedly Getting a Lot More of ‘The Batman’ Universe From Matt Reeves

Robert Pattinson as Bruce Wayne in 'The Batman'
Overall, it makes sense that Reeves is getting this much power. He was the first to really understand how Batman functions in the world of DC comics and Gotham.
Movies, animation, Halloween, insomnia

This Deceptively Creepy Short Film is Every Insomniac’s Best Nightmare

Amazing short film about insomnia
Insomnia is scary enough on its own, but this short film manages to capture the true "horrors" of it.
TV, Charlie Cox, Daredevil, Matt Murdock

Charlie Cox Breaks Down What’s Next for Matt Murdock/Daredevil

Matt Murdock saluting in She-Hulk
Honestly? I'd watch a regular old 22 episode series like we used to have on television. I'd love if it just kept going because it means that Matt Murdock is back. And hopefully he'll bring some of his Defenders friends with him.
Big on the Internet, BTS, k-pop

We’ve Been Dreading It for Years and Now It’s Official—BTS Is Leaving for Military Service

BTS in "Butter" music video.
On Monday, October 17, while everyone was still basking in the glory of BTS’s performance at the 2030 Busan World Expo Concert where we finally got to hear live the two new tracks from their anthology album Proof, Big Hit released the press release ARMYs had hoped never to read.
TV, Marvel Entertainment, TVA, Werewolf By Night

Stop Asking Michael Giacchino If the TVA Is in ‘Werewolf by Night’

Gael Garcia Bernal as Jack Russell in 'Werewolf by Night'.
Are those guards in 'Werewolf by Night' the TVA from 'Loki'? Director Michael Giacchino gave a definitive answer at a Q&A last week.
News, abortion bans, brian kemp, Georgia, IVF, WTF

In Leaked Audio, Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Says He’d Support Attack on IVF

Brian Kemp speaks at a news conference
When asked if he "liked the idea" of a “statewide ban on the destruction of embryos," Kemp said, "Yeah."
TV, Daredevil: Born Again, Marvel Entertainment, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law (series)

Tatiana Maslany Keeps Texting Charlie Cox About Appearing on ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

Charlie Cox as Daredevil and Tatiana Maslany as She-Hulk in 'She-Hulk: Attorney at Law'.
Maslany joked that she's so impatient to appear in Daredevil's solo outing that she's putting on her She-Hulk costume and bugging Charlie Cox.
Gaming, The Sims, video games

‘The Sims 5’ Release Date Window, Platforms, Build/Buy Mode, and More

Working title for The Sims 5
Rejoice, Simmers! We finally have confirmation for the next generation of The Sims!
Movies, Daniel Craig, Glass Onion: a Knives Out Mystery, Knives Out

Benoit Blanc from ‘Knives Out’ is Gay, And Twitter is Loving It

Daniel Craig as Benoit Blanc in Knives Out sitting on a throne of knives
Daniel Craig's Benoit Blanc was already a fan favorite, with his unforgettable accent and secret love of Sondheim tunes, and the confirmation of his LGBTQ+ identity was welcome news to queer fans.
Movies, Henry Cavill, Superman

Will Henry Cavill Return for a ‘Man of Steel 2’?

henry cavill as superman in the Snyderverse superman films
There is no denying that actor Henry Cavill got dealt a poor hand when he stepped into the blue jumpsuit to play Superman back in Man of Steel. But a second chance may be coming.
Movies, Clowns, horror (genre), terrifying

This Terrifying New Horror Movie Has Audiences Fainting in the Theaters

Art the Clown in Terrifier 2.
'Terrifier 2' premiered in theaters on October 6, 2022, and has led to numerous reports of fainting and vomiting in theaters.
TV, bruce banner, Edward Norton, She-Hulk: Attorney At Law

We Almost Could Have Had Edward Norton Back as Bruce Banner in the ‘She-Hulk’ Finale

Ed Norton as Brue Banner
So having "Bruce" come back into the series as Edward Norton? This already brilliant show that I love with my whole heart would have been that much funnier.
Big on the Internet, Christine, Edward Scissorhands, halloween ends, Hellraiser 2022, Horror, Rosemary's Baby, Scream, Scream 2022, The Invisible Man

The 10 Worst Boyfriends in Horror Movie History

Skeet Ulrich smirks as Billy in a scene from Scream.
Horror is full of bad boyfriends/husbands, but here are some especially vile ones.
Movies, Black Adam, Henry Cavill, Superman

Is Henry Cavill in ‘Black Adam’?

Henry Cavill as Superman and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Black Adam
Henry Cavill has been the DC Extended Universe's (DCEU) Superman since 2013 but has not appeared in a new film since 2017. Are the rumors true that he will appear in the upcoming DCEU film 'Black Adam'?
News, J.K. Rowling, JK rowling, transphobia, Twitter

JK Rowling Reminds Us Why Separating the Art From the Artist Isn’t Actually an Option

JK Roling gives a sort of smug smile on the red carpet for secrets of dumbledore
A ghoulish tweet from Rowling is an unfortunate reminder that she will continue to thrive as long as people consume her work.
Movies, Deadpool, Deadpool 3, Marvel Entertainment, mcu

How Will Deadpool Join the MCU? Every Theory Explained

Deadpool gasping with his hands pressed to his face.
While Marvel Studios are keeping any details of Deadpool entering the MCU hush-hush, here are the top theories for how Wade Winston will join the Avengers.
TV, paramount plus, Sponsored

Paramount+ and the team behind Nine Perfect Strangers ‘Undress’ the psychology of fashion

Undressed on Paramount+
In the fascinating new reality series 'Undressed with Kathryn Eisman,' a group of everyday people interrogate the baggage behind their clothing.
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