On Jan. 18, 2017, the 43rd annual People’s Choice Awards was held at the Microsoft Theatre in Los Angeles. The yearly show was hosted by Joel McHale. McHale began the ceremony with an opening monologue that highlighted events of 2016 like the election and the revelation of the third Hemsworth brother. McHale announced during his opening… Continue reading People’s Choice Awards rehash 2016
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Explore Alola in Pokemon Sun and Moon
After what seemed like forever, the Pokémon world has taken players on an adventure unlike ever before. Pokémon Sun and Moon was released to North America on November 18 to anxiously awaiting fans. So far, the reception is widely positive. The games take the player to Alola, the newest region of the Pokémon world that is comprised of several islands.… Continue reading Explore Alola in Pokemon Sun and Moon
Pixar to release new Toy Story and The Incredibles
Toy Story and The Incredibles, two of Pixar’s biggest and most beloved movies, are making a comeback. The fourth installment of the Toy Story franchise will be released on June 21, 2019. Toy Story 4 is now in the pre-production stage. Most of the old cast has been confirmed to return, including Annie Potts, who voiced Bo Peep in Toy Story and Toy… Continue reading Pixar to release new Toy Story and The Incredibles
“Moana”, the feminist “princess” we didn’t know we needed
“Moana” is the typical Disney princess story; that is if you expect Disney princess stories to always include folklore, fast – paced action, battles and the journey to complete the quests of ancestors before her. The film opens with a little background on Moana’s mythology being told to a wide – eyed Moana by her… Continue reading “Moana”, the feminist “princess” we didn’t know we needed
‘The Flash’ due to hit theaters March 2018 – or will it?
Despite The Flash being over a year away from hitting the big screen, fans are eager to see what the newest DC Comics film has to offer. Ezra Miller will star as Barry Allen, a.k.a The Flash, in the upcoming superhero movie. The casting decision has stirred up some controversy among the fans of The… Continue reading ‘The Flash’ due to hit theaters March 2018 – or will it?
Beginning to feel ‘Almost Christmas’
It has become a cinematic tradition that every year around Thanksgiving and Christmas you can be sure that some of the year’s biggest movies will be hitting the big screen. There is also a trend of one or two lighthearted holiday themed movies released during this time of year to set the tone as well.… Continue reading Beginning to feel ‘Almost Christmas’
“Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” gives another look into the wizarding world
In a muggle world where Harry Potter fans constantly crave more, J.K. Rowling comes to the rescue in her screen-writing debut, “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.” Director David Yates returns audiences to the wizarding world of Harry Potter with a box office hit that made $75 million in the U.S. in its opening weekend.… Continue reading “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” gives another look into the wizarding world
Netflix moves toward 50 percent original content for holiday season
With the leaves falling and the temperature changing, Netflix is preparing some changes as well. November is set to be one of the best months for Netflix based on quality films. The platform is working on making its content composed of at least 50 percent “Netflix Originals.” This includes new series, thrillers, comedy specials and other original… Continue reading Netflix moves toward 50 percent original content for holiday season
AT&T–Time Warner “mega-deal” could face opposition from president
Prior to Donald Trump receiving the presidential vote, AT&T was set to buy out Time Warner Inc. for $85.4 billion, effective by the end of 2017. AT&T, the popular wireless carrier provider, has made statements announcing their intention to buy-out Time Warner Inc. The merger was set to be finalized by the end of 2017.… Continue reading AT&T–Time Warner “mega-deal” could face opposition from president
Raven returns with reboot
Actress, producer and TV personality Raven-Symoné Pearman publicly announced on Oct. 27, 2016, that there will be a spinoff of her previous Disney Channel show That’s So Raven. Symoné first mentioned the show on The View by jokingly saying, “No, I’m not pregnant.” She has referred to the project, which does not have a title yet,… Continue reading Raven returns with reboot