The Wednesday Edition - Apr 12, 2023
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TV, Amazon Studios, The Power

‘The Power’ Captures the Best Parts of the Book—and Addresses Its Biggest Problem

Jos stares at a burning piece of paper in her hand, with the ocean behind her.

What happens when women suddenly develop the power to shoot electricity? The answer: a gripping science fiction drama.

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Movies, Bowser, Jack Black, Princess Peach, The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Jack Black’s Peach Song Is the Only Good Thing About ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’

Bowser sings about Peach The Super Mario Brothers Movie

Love really makes a man come out of his shell.

The post Jack Black’s Peach Song Is the Only Good Thing About ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Gremlins, Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, MAX

Making the ‘Gremlins’ Cute Wasn’t Something I Saw Coming

The difference in art style between new Gremlins Secrets of the Mogwai and the original Gremlins.

I don't know who was asking for a "cuter" version of Gremlins, but that's what we're getting!

The post Making the ‘Gremlins’ Cute Wasn’t Something I Saw Coming appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Barbie, LGBTQ Representation

I Really Hope the ‘Barbie’ Movie Explores the Subtext Behind Allan, Ken’s ‘Buddy’

Allan is ready to rumble.

If you've also picked up on the queer subtext behind Allan, Ken's "buddy," you're not the only one.

The post I Really Hope the ‘Barbie’ Movie Explores the Subtext Behind Allan, Ken’s ‘Buddy’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

News, Bud Light, LGBTQIA, Marjorie Taylor Greene

No More Bud Light for Marjorie Taylor Greene! Now She’ll Only Drink … This Other Beer That Also Supports LGBTQ+ Rights

Marjorie Taylor Greene gives a tight-lipped smile.

Marjorie Taylor Greene had to get in on the action because she loves attention and hates being a good person.

The post No More Bud Light for Marjorie Taylor Greene! Now She’ll Only Drink … This Other Beer That Also Supports LGBTQ+ Rights appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Big on the Internet, fan art, geography, Pokémon (franchise), sprite art, tiktok

Artist Creates Alarmingly Accurate Starter Pokémon for Each State

Captain Pikachu gives a thumbs-up (The Pokemon Company)

So far, Pen Paladin has created three starter fakemon for 21 states.

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Movies, Jamie Mckelvie, Marvel Comics, The Marvels

This Easter Egg in ‘The Marvels’ Trailer Is a Gift to Comics Fans

Carol Danvers stands in Kamala Khan's bedroom, holding a torn piece of paper and looking confused.

Fans of Marvel comics might have recognized this Easter Egg in the trailer for 'The Marvels.'

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News, conspicuous consumption, eat the rich, Elton John, wealth gap

Somehow, Elton John’s Absurd Selfridges Collection Is Not a Parody of the Uber-Rich

Sir Elton John Performs live on stage in a sparkly tuxedo.

It's giving pre-1789 Versaille and Marie Antoinette cosplaying as a shepherdess.

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TV, Ted Lasso

Let’s Feverishly Speculate About Rebecca’s Psychic’s Predictions in ‘Ted Lasso’

Keeley and Rebecca look at each other in Sam's restaurant, holding drinks.

Who is Rebecca's shite in nining armor? We'll have to keep an eye on the signs from the psychic, Tish.

The post Let’s Feverishly Speculate About Rebecca’s Psychic’s Predictions in ‘Ted Lasso’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Disney, John Oliver, Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

John Oliver Just Took On His Biggest Foe Yet

John Oliver on HBO's Last Week Tonight.

I can’t wait to watch the lawsuit episode when it airs!

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TV, Disney, Hide From Homepage, Pedro Pascal, Star Wars (franchise), The Mandalorian

Rumor Control: Is Pedro Pascal Leaving ‘The Mandalorian’?

Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) without his helmet in 'The Mandalorian'

Rumors allege that Pedro Pascal is leaving The Mandalorian in season 3, and his reduced screen time is lending those rumors some weight.

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TV, Apple TV+, Jason Sudeikis, Ted Lasso

AFC Richmond Reacted Just Like the Rest of Us When Ted Lasso Did the Worst Thing

Ted smiling at his desk on Ted Lasso

It's not often that Ted Lasso does something that is so horrible that everyone screams. But when he does, it's for a good reason.

The post AFC Richmond Reacted Just Like the Rest of Us When Ted Lasso Did the Worst Thing appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, HBO, Jodie Foster, True Detective, True Detective: Night Country

Fine, I’ll Watch ‘True Detective: Night Country’

Jodie Foster and Kali Reist in 'True Detective: Night Country'

Just when I thought I was out, they pulled me back in with Jodie Foster, Kali Reis, and showrunner Issa López.

The post Fine, I’ll Watch ‘True Detective: Night Country’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

News, Abortion access, abortion bans, reproductive rights, supreme court

Why the State of Abortion Medication Is Such a Confusing Mess Right Now

Patient reading health care document with only giant question mark. Clueless doctor spreading hands.

The problem is that none of these anti-abortion rulings have cared about medical facts.

The post Why the State of Abortion Medication Is Such a Confusing Mess Right Now appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Disney+, The Muppets, The Muppets Mayhem

‘The Muppets Mayhem’ Brings Muppets and Mayhem to Disney+

The Muppets Mayhem

Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem are here to rock your socks off.

The post ‘The Muppets Mayhem’ Brings Muppets and Mayhem to Disney+ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

TV, Brian Gleeson, Domhnall Gleeson, Star Wars, The Mandalorian

Why the Casting of Brendol Hux Is So Funny on ‘The Mandalorian’

Brian Gleeson as Brendol Hux in the Mandalorian

The beginning of this week's episode of The Mandalorian brought us into Moff Gideon's big plan for the future of the Empire.

The post Why the Casting of Brendol Hux Is So Funny on ‘The Mandalorian’ appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Captain Marvel, SEO, The Marvels

‘The Marvels’ Teaser Offers More Hints About Park Seo-joon’s Role

Park Seo-joon in The Marvels

Park Seo-joon has been tied to The Marvels since 2021 and is rumored to be playing Prince Yan, though his role remains undisclosed.

The post ‘The Marvels’ Teaser Offers More Hints About Park Seo-joon’s Role appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, A24

All the A24 Movies We Can’t Wait To See in 2023

Joaquin Phoenix walks through an artificial landscape in 'Beau Is Afraid'

2023 is shaping up to be a thrilling year for A24.

The post All the A24 Movies We Can’t Wait To See in 2023 appeared first on The Mary Sue.

Movies, Marvel Cinematic Universe, mcu, SEO, The Marvels, Zawe Ashton

Zawe Ashton’s Villain Role in ‘The Marvels’ Has Been Revealed

Zawe Ashton as Dar-Benn in The Marvels

After much speculation, Zawe Ashton's villain role in The Marvels has been officially confirmed by Marvel.

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Gaming, Blizzard, Overwatch, overwatch 2

‘Overwatch 2’ Delivers the Goods With New Season 4 Additions

Lifeweaver and Bob from Overwatch 2

New reworks, battle pass offerings, skins, and all the other exciting updates in season 4.

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