If you’re okay with a bit of generalizing, it’s possible to call the romantic comedy genre, overall, a fairly lightweight and easily approachable one. Movies dealing with love that also want to make audiences laugh tend to be feel-good affairs, or comfort watches. This isn’t always the case, though, and rom-coms can be plenty substantive. It all depends on the approach, and the willingness to subvert conventions or get a little weird, really....
It’s been a long time on the air, andSouth Parkis stillone of the funniest sitcomson TV. What started out as a low-budget, crudely animated show created by showrunnersTrey ParkerandMatt Stoneback in 1997 quickly turned into a massive cultural phenomenon spanning twenty-six seasons and over three hundred episodes. This show is responsible for some of the most iconic quotes, memorable characters, and most outlandish and darkly comedic storylines in television history.Many episodes throughoutSouth Park’s continued run are simply a must-watch for anyone who enjoys this one....
There have been a lot ofreboots,sequels, threequels, reinventions, etc. thatno one really asked forbut this one is teen comedy gold. The beloved 2006 flick,John Tucker Must Dieis officially receiving a sequel giving millennials a reason to continue to get out of bed in the morning. The news came from the original cast members during a panel at Epic Cons Chicago over the weekend.Jesse Metcalfe(who played the titular heartbreaker) was the first to reveal that “there is a script” before adding, “I’ve been hearing rumblings about this script circulating Hollywood - apparently it’s amazing....
DirectorsJoeandAnthony Russoare currently in the middle of one of the most herculean filmmaking attempts of all time, but they’re already setting their sights on life after Marvel. The duo, whose credits range fromArrested DevelopmenttoCommunity, made their Marvel debut directing the well-receivedCaptain America: The Winter Soldier. After the success of that film, they came back to direct the nextCaptain Americamovie, which turned out to be something of a mini-Avengers film:Captain America: Civil War....
Directed byBrett Haley(Heart Beats Loud) and based on the best-selling novel byJennifer Niven,All the Bright Placestells the story of Violet Markey (Elle Fanning) and Theodore Finch (Justice Smith), whose bond will change each other’s lives, forever. The two meet at a time in their lives when they’re struggling with deep emotional scars and, in Finch’s case, undiagnosed mental illness, but their love for each other allows them to get to a place where being who they are is okay and truly living in the moment is meaningful, for however long it can last....
Lucy Halehas played her fair share of parts, from the humble beginnings of side characters in hit shows likeWizards of Waverly Place, to starring as the lead role in series likePretty Little Liars. Her career is a perfect example of how good performances can lead to more prominent roles over time, so join us as we unearth some of her more prominent roles, as well as some you might have missed!...
Ever since the heads of the new DC Studios canceled the successfulPattyJenkins’Wonder Womanfranchise from the superhero universe, many have had mixed opinions; one such person isChris Pine. Pine, who plays Steve Trevor in the DC movie, had a chat withBusiness Insider, expressing shock at thesudden end of the franchisedespite it once being the highest-earning movie in the DC Comics Extended Universe. Pine’s Trevor is an American spy and the love interest ofGalGadot’s Diana Prince/Wonder Woman character....
It has been officially announced that Fathom Events and Lionsgate are expanding the theatrical release ofKevin Smith’s hotly-anticipated sequel,Clerks III. Fathom and Lionsgate previously announced that they would be releasing the film in select theaters nationwide on September 13 and 15, and now, Smith has declared onTwitterthat four more dates have been added to the film’s theatrical release.Clerks IIIwill now be playing in theaters on September 14, 16, 17, and 18, meaning that the film will play theatrically for almost a full week, something that doesn’t occur often with Fathom releases....
Though his most popular and lucrative fare involves him dispensing with a variety of agents and operatives,Denzel Washingtonis at his best when he’s allowed to route out splinters of humanity in otherwise troubled or closed-off characters. In quiet moments with directors who fully understand his talent, he communicates the troubles of his characters in deafening quiet far better than dialogue penned bySteve Zaillianor evenCarl Franklin. In fact, his ability to hold the screen while doing nothing more than staring someone down silently has come to become the most popular tool in his repertoire....
From directorToby Haynesand screenwriterJames Graham, the biographical dramaBrexit(airing on HBO and available on HBO NOW, HBO GO and HBO On-Demand) connects all of the dots to illustrate how Dominic Cummings (Benedict Cumberbatch), the lead strategist of the Vote Leave campaign, launched a micro-targeted social media campaign that played on emotion rather than facts to convince British voters to leave the European Union. The result and the consequences of this referendum campaign are still playing out in Britain today, and will have an effect long into the future....
Disney is rolling into reshoots on their upcoming live-action take on the classic Christmas taleThe Nutcracker.THRreports thatCaptain AmericaandJumanjidirectorJoe Johnstonwill take the helm for a “significant” additional photography shoot forThe Nutcracker and the Four Realms, which adapts the classic ballet byPeter Tchaikovskyand story byE.T.A. Hoffmann. Cider House RulesandWhat’s Eating Gilbert GrapedirectorLasse Hallstromdirected the film for Disney and per the report, the filmmaker wasn’t sidelined during pickups but was unavailable to return for them due to scheduling issues....
Chicago Med’s Season 10 premiere episode introducedDr. John Frost(Darren Barnet) as one of the newest members of Gaffney’s staff. Warm, compassionate, and deeply passionate about his work, Frost often goes beyond just treating his young patients. From an abused minor afraid to stand up to his dad to a parent lying about their child’s history to hide a troubling fact, Frost’s interventions have helped heal the souls of his patients. He’s a firm believer that children should have a say in their own healthcare decisions....
The first twelve minutes ofGhost in the Shellexpertly combines philosophical musings (the difference between (wo)man & machine, what it means to be human) with, well, copious shots ogling ScarJo’s butt. Which is to say, the film (or at least this preview) has its bases covered. It’s a pretty perfectly calibrated mix of the high and low brow, infusing each visceral gun battle with ponderous looks and thoughtful quotes. For those unfamiliar with the namesake manga or anime,Ghost in the Shell– set in a futuristic Tokyo – focuses on a recently deceased woman (Scarlett Johansson) whose brain is put into a robot....
