The following contains spoilers for The Monkey, now playing in theatersThe Monkeymakes some pretty big changes from the original short story that inspired it, including changing the main villain and why they’re trying to kill Hal.The Monkeyfocuses on the titular cursed object, a seemingly benign drumming monkey toy that causes people to suffer sudden (and often) violent deaths.The Monkey’s main characteris Hal, who encountered the object as a child and now struggles to to stop the curse before it can spread to impact people like his son Petey....

Romance is a big part ofBaldur’s Gate 3with all the options that a player has in the game of love and heartbreak. The feature is so prevalent that Withers will even comment on the romance in a rather out-of-pocket fashion, even if the player ends up alone. Froma certain perspective,Baldur’s Gate 3is basically a fantasy dating simulator with a campaign about felling a pretender god, which is quite apt considering how much effort has been put into the romantic side of the story....

DreamWorks Animation found its biggest hit of the year inThe Wild Robot, an animated adaptation of Peter Brown’s novel by the same name. The movie boasts a star cast led by Lupita Nyong’o as Roz, a lone robot in search of her purpose on an island uninhabited by humans. As Roz becomes the caretaker of a young goose (played by Kit Connor), audiences are treated to a story that weaves in themes of found family and nature versus nurture, set against the backdrop of a unique-looking painted world....

There are innumerableStar Warsfan theories, some of which are nearly 50 years old, but of all of them, these 10 are the very best—in fact, they’re so much better than the canon. One of the joys ofStar Warsmovies and TV showsis the amount of wiggle room there is for fans to come up with their own headcanon. From the beginning, there were both intentional and unintentional gaps intheStar Warstimeline, and fans waste no time theorizing about how the franchise could fill them in....

If you are looking to get all the right hits on today’sConnectionspuzzle, you are in the right place to get the know-how you need to get it done. I actually found today’s puzzle to be quite delightful overall. It was challenging enough to feel satisfying to solve but not so out-of-nowhere that I didn’t feel like I was floundering.Sometimes you need very specific knowledge to win, but today the wordplay felt just right to help me solve the puzzle whether I knew the categories well or not....

The latest trailer has been released forUntil Dawn.Until Dawnwas originally a Sony-producedhorror video gamethat was released in 2015. It introduced choice as a key element of its story, as players are allowed to select options that will lead to different results for the characters, including various death sequences. Now, the game is being adapted into a feature-length horror film by director David F. Sandberg. TheUntil Dawnmovie features a leading cast including Ella Rubin, Odessa A’zion, Michael Cimino, Ji-young Yoo, Belmont Cameli, Peter Stormare, and Maia Mitchell....

WARNING: Contains Spoilers for Absolute Batman #2 AbsoluteBatman’sofficial nickname has finally dropped, and it leaves no doubt—this is the ultimate version of the Dark Knight. Not only is the nickname seriously badass, but its clever double meaning adds a hint of humor that fans are bound to enjoy. Even more interesting, this nickname was almost chosen as the comic series' title, adding another layer to Batman’s latest and most intense persona yet....

Airing from 2022 to 2024, the HBO seriesSomebody Somewherewas a refreshing slice-of-life drama that was taken away far too soon. The show starred Bridget Everett asSam, a woman in her 40s who reconnects with an old acquaintance from high school, Joel, played by Jeff Hiller. At the start of the series, Sam struggles to find meaning and connection with others, but her friendship with Joel helps her to learn and grow exponentially by the show’s final episode....

The Galadriel and Sauron stars ofThe Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Powermade some interesting and apt commentary on the season 2 reunion of their characters.The Rings of Powerseason 1 finaledramatically revealed that original character Halbrand, who had spent the season bonding with Galadriel, had been Sauron all along. Their connection was real, as much as Sauron had been playing the part of a human man the whole time. In season 2, “they’re connected, if not by proximity, then by their psyche,” according to Vickers (GamesRadar+)....

One’s college years have the potential to be equally awkward and enriching, making it an ideal time for many greatromantic comediesto be set. These years provide students with a newfound independence, requiring them to take full control of their educational, social, and romantic lives. As seen in the best college rom-coms, these formative years take some time getting used to. Characters in these films are often navigating significant romantic relationships while simultaneously sorting out who they truly want to be in life....

Players inPokémon Trading Card Game Pocketneed a well-established strategy to succeed in competitive battles, starting with building decks that include Fire-type cards. With victory requiring players to reach three points before their opponent, selecting the strongest cards in the game is crucial. Fire-type decks have emerged as a dominant choice among the list of Genetic Apex cards currently available due to their explosive potential. Since the release of the game, Fire-type decks have demonstrated their aggression andstrength inTCG Pocket, particularly when constructed with an effective balance of Items, Supporter cards, and Pokémon....

Jason Statham’s best movie scenes highlight the actor’s talents as an action star and surprisingly effective comedy performer. After working in markets during his youth and finding jobs in the world of athletics and modeling, Statham made his big-screen debut in 1998 inLock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels. His early collaborations with Guy Ritchie got Statham noticed, with subsequent films likeThe TransportercementingStatham as one of the best action actors in modern movies....

WithMonster Hunter Wildsreleasing in just over a month, there’s plenty for long-time fans of the series to be excited about. WhileMonster Hunter Wilds’roster continues to grow since it was first announced,there’s still plenty of room to surprise players with some iconic monsters returning when the game fully releases. Given that only a third of the monsters revealed so far are making their return from previous entries, there are more than a few slots to fill with some fan-favorite monsters....