Why the 1980s Was the Most Lighthearted Decade for Movies

When thinking about the most important periods in film history,the 1980swill always be a decade looked back on as one that changed the face of the industry forever. The ’80s in general was a time when pop culture started to boom, with so many nostalgic products being released each year. Emerging from the rather serious ’70s, the movies released in the ’80s introduced endless amounts of fun and excitement across multiple different genres, beginning a style of film that’s still prominent today....

June 30, 2025 · 5 min · 951 words · Patricia Rodriguez

Will Vincent D'Onofrio Return as Kingpin in Hawkeye?

A newly emerged rumor is sure to have fans of Vincent D’Onofrio’s iteration ofDaredevilvillain The Kingpin excited, as it is now being reported that the actor will don the white suit of the criminal overlord once again in Marvel’s upcoming Disney+ series,Hawkeye. There has been ongoing speculation for some time that the likes of D’Onofrio’s Kingpin will be folded into the MCU in some capacity, and bringing him into the street level super-heroics of Jeremy Renner’s Clint Barton would certainly make sense....

June 30, 2025 · 3 min · 584 words · James Wilson

Wolverine 3 Photo Asks a Huge Question for the X-Men Universe

Yesterday,LogandirectorJames Mangoldshared newaction scene storyboardsfor this upcomingWolverine 3adventure, featuring his title character leaping on a car and smashing its windshield with his adamantium claws. Today it wasHugh Jackman’s turn to reveal something new, with both the actor, and the verified Instagram account for the movie, sharing a bizarre photo, that may in fact confirm plot rumors that have been surfacing about this highly-anticipated movie. While nothing has been confirmed by the studio yet, theseWolverine 3rumors are given some new credence thanks to this photo....

June 30, 2025 · 2 min · 402 words · Debra Washington

X-Men Spinoff Gambit Loses Director Doug Liman to DC

Last month, producerSimon Kinbergrevealed that production onGambit, the long-awaitedX-Men spinoffstarringChanning Tatum, would begin in early 2017. The producer said at the time that the script is “great,” but earlier this month, he said that they are still trying to find the right tone and voice, claiming it’s “really close” to moving forward. Today we have word that the project has hit yet another stumbling block, with directorDoug Limanparting ways. The Hollywood Reporter revealed that the filmmaker has left the project, news which came in tandem withDoug Limansigning on to direct DC Films’Justice League Dark....

June 30, 2025 · 2 min · 384 words · Cassandra Little

X-Men: All the Movies in Chronological Order

Before the MCU, theX-Menmovies were some of the biggest superhero films in the world. The firstX-Menhelped kick-start the comic book boom that madesuperhero movies so popular, and each film grew to be bigger and more profitable. Yet after the MCU started and a series of poor reactions toX-Menfilms, the franchise struggled, and while it found its footing for a bit it never quite reached the same heights as it once had....

June 30, 2025 · 8 min · 1675 words · Olivia Pierce

'Ladyhawke' Starring a Young Matthew Broderick Is Streaming Free on Tubi

It’s important to remember that box-office draw and critical reception are never a barometer of quality. Such is the case withLadyhawke, released in 1985 and directed by Richard Donner. The 1980s were aphenomenal decade for fantasy films, such asWillow,Conan: The Barbarian, andThe Dark Crystal, among several others.Ladyhawkemerges the world of sword and sorcery with romance and features a cast that includes Michelle Pfeiffer, Rutger Hauer, Matthew Broderick, and Leo McKern....

June 29, 2025 · 4 min · 775 words · Katelyn Hudson

10 Things About KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park You Never Knew

It’s a strange piece of pop culture history from a time when KISS ruled the world. A legendarily wacky production full of hilariously ridiculous anecdotes resulted in one awesomely bad made-for-TV movie, starring a super-powered KISS vs. an evil inventor and some robot imposters at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Here we’re taking a look at 10 things you never knew aboutKISS Meets the Phantom of the Park. It was supposed to beA Hard Day’s NightmeetsStar Wars NBC airedKiss Meets the Phantom of the Parka few days before Halloween, 1978....

June 29, 2025 · 6 min · 1263 words · Catherine Patel

13 Fast & Furious Quotes About Family

Earning over $7 billion worldwide, theFast & Furiousseries ranks among the highest grossing and most successful movie franchises of all time. Since 2001, there have been a whopping ten films in the main storyline. The original movie,The Fast and the Furious,is packed with engine-roaring action and speeding cars. The later films have expanded beyond the racing circuit to include espionage and ridiculous action stunts. But throughout the franchise, one theme has always been consistent: family....

June 29, 2025 · 8 min · 1528 words · Stacey Miranda

All of Tom Holland's Spider-Man Suits, Ranked

Marvel Studios and Sony PicturesSpider-Manfilms starringTom Hollandfeature more Spider-Man costumes than Spider-Man has ever had before. Tobey Maguire’sSpider-Manfilms focus on a single costume while Andrew Garfield’sThe Amazing Spider-ManandThe Amazing Spider-Man 2feature only two Spider-Man costumes (aside from an early homemade suit). Holland’s threeSpider-Manfilms, on the other hand, have Peter Parker wearing eight. The latest MCU filmSpider-Man: No Way Homeintroduces the Black & Gold and Integrated suits. With so many costumes part of Spider-Man’s journey in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, each one brings a unique feel and look to Spider-Man....

June 29, 2025 · 7 min · 1406 words · Christopher Morris

Avengers: Infinity War Part 1 & 2 Will Get New Titles

During a half-hour press event in late October 2014, Marvel Studios presidentKevin Feige, along with a number of special guests, unveiled the studio’s Phase 3 slate, which included the two-part epic adventureAvengers: Infinity War Part IandAvengers: Infinity War - Part II, which are set for release in May 2018 and May 2019, respectively.Captain America: Civil WardirectorsAnthony RussoandJoe Russowill reunite with writersChristopher MarkusandStephen McFeelyon this two-part adventure, but there is still very little we know about these movies thus far....

June 29, 2025 · 2 min · 354 words · Billy Nicholson

Bill & Ted 3 Trailer Is Here, Wyld Stallyns Return to Face the Music

At long last, the trailer forBill & Ted Face the Musicis here. It has been released in celebration of Bil & Ted day, June 9th. As in ‘6/9, dudes!’ Both Alex Winter and Keanu Reeves are returning to the franchise as Bill and Ted respectively. The series has been dormant for nearly 30 years, withBogus Journeyarriving in 1991. Now, after years of rumors, discussions and close calls, Bill & Ted 3 is finally coming our way, as evidenced by this most excellent first look at the highly-anticipated sequel....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 490 words · Patricia Cooper

Bloody New Mutants Logo Teases First X-Men Horror Movie

Most of Fox’sThe New Mutantsmust have been shot inside of a studio or at a very locked down location, because shooting comes to an end in the next couple of days, and we have yet to see one single set photo or leaked image of the cast. Today, we have a look at the official logo courtesy of director Josh Boone. A blood-splattered and bear-mauled image, it teases the horror elements that will be on display in this excitingX-Men spin-off....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 473 words · Sean Chavez

Bob Odenkirk Recalls Working with Chris Farley to Create Motivational Speaker Matt Foley

Better Call SaulstarBob Odenkirkstill fondly remembers his time working with the late, great Chris Farley at the Second City many years ago, recently reflecting on their time creating Farley’s iconic Matt Foley character. An over-the-top motivational speaker, Matt Foley is very well known for hisSaturday Night Livesketches, often speaking about how he lives “in a van down by the river.” It’s one of Farley’s most memorable characters, but some may not realize Odenkirk developed the original sketch with Farley....

June 29, 2025 · 3 min · 514 words · Daniel Brennan