Science fictionhas been one of the most popular TV genres in recent years, with shows that take full advantage of the complexities and possibilities that the format allows. The genre’s main strength is oftencombining these futuristic or alternate realities with main characters that humanize and anchor the out-of-this-world narratives. Manyunderrated sci-fi showshave been released in recent years, as well as some older classics that capture the essence of the genre....

The 2024Dungeons & DragonsPlayer’s Handbookputs a big emphasis on overhauling the process of character creation, a defining aspect of the roleplaying experience that can make or break any campaign. Although the essentials of the process and rules should still be largely familiar toDnDveterans, especially those who have a lot of experience with the fifth edition ruleset, there are definitely some changes that are worthy of attention. As always, character creation focuses on defining characters through various attributes, spread out across classes, subclasses, species, backgrounds, and more....

The first Phase of theMarvel Cinematic Universehad some seemingly innocent moments that have gone on to become quite dark in the context of the longer series. Compared to otherfilms in the MCU,Phase One was quite darker in tone, not yet touched by the sanitization of Marvel Studios under the Disney banner. Yet later films have managed to put a great many beats from the first five films into a more somber perspective, darkening the early franchise even more....

Thefall 2024 TV slate arrives with a slew of exciting brand-new shows in September, including some superhero spinoffs, Ryan Murphy dramas, and special televised events. In partnership with predictive media analytics companyDiesel Labs,Screen Ranthas exclusive data analyzing the new TV shows recording the most online engagement ahead of their series premieres. Each show is given a hype score indicating their online buzz and anticipation, which is based on chatter across various platforms....

Netflixhas changed the game when it comes to streaming movies and giving original ideas a platform, but that means a lot of great films end up not getting a proper theatrical release. Some of thebest shows on Netflixare their original series, and while the same can be said about their movies, Netflix originals rarely get wide theatrical releases. A theatrical run would not only have allowed viewers to see these certain films on the big screen but also for the movie itself to reach a wider audience....

With the December holidays approaching fast, it becomes increasingly difficult to find the perfect game to play. This is because the gaming catalog has grown incredibly large, so much so that there is a never-ending list of games in a variety of genres, including RPGs, action games, farming simulator games, and even horror games. But December holidays are a time of break and relaxation, with plenty of people just looking to lie in bed and cozy right up....

Roger Moore will always be remembered as one of the most iconicJames Bondactors of all time, but some of his movie moments in the franchise haven’t held up. As a replacement for the original and beloved 007 star Sean Connery, the British actor defied the odds and conquered the heart of the public.Roger Moore’s 007 remained with the audience longerthan any other James Bond actor. His razor-sharp wit and goofy humor gave thecharacter and stunts of Moore’s James Bond a charming touch....

Computer generated imagery often gets a bad rap, but the truth is, manymoviefranchises have been dramatically improved by modern digital special effects. From theStar Warsmovies to thefilms of the MCU, most modern blockbuster franchises rely quite heavily on CGI, with fantasy or sci-fi worlds drawing audiences the most easily of any cinematic promise. Sometimes previous films are improved significantly by the addition of modern special effects. Granted, somemovie franchises are aged by early CGI....

Summary Tammy Slatonrequested1000-Lb Sistersviewers to help her win a reality TV award amid her incredible weight loss journey. The 38-year-old reality star struggled with obesity from a young age and found it hard to lose weight or improve her lifestyle choices. In 2022,Tammy faced a critical health situationthat opened her eyes. It made her realize she wouldn’t be able to live long if she didn’t change herself. Therefore,Tammy joined a rehab centerafter hospitalization and started eating healthily....

When it come to snip your garden favorites , timing is n’t just important — it ’s the whole ballgame . Jump the gun too early in springtime , and you ’ll hazard throw the baby out with the bathwater — snipping away precious flower buds before they ’ve had their moment in the sun . Many spring - blooming shrubs and perennials do their planning early , setting bud the season before ....

The final release of the MCU in 2024,What If…?season 3, has proven that one character has claimed the year for themselves despite not appearing in a single feature film. As theMarvel projects of 2025come into view, audiences are viewing 2024 in retrospect. Admittedly, the year was a strange one concerningMarvel Studios' 2024 movie slate, with onlyDeadpool & Wolverinebeing released theatrically. That said, Marvel still pumped out four TV shows in 2024....

Summary RewatchingOne Piecelive-action one year after it premiered on Netflix reveals some interesting truths about the Netflix show and the future of the adaptation. After being the highest-selling manga year after year and releasing over 1000 anime episodes,it was time forOne Pieceto receive a live-action adaptation.With fans of the source material working on the project and Eiichiro Oda’s involvement as a producer,One Pieceseason 1 was a pleasant surprise and performed much better than previousNetflix anime adaptations....

The success of modern Western movies likeBone Tomahawk,The Revenant, The Hateful Eight, andDjango Unchainedhave led to a renewed interest in the Western movie genre. Westerns were immensely popular until the 1970s when, potentially due to fewer original ideas,Western movies had a dip in popularity. However, they’ve not disappeared entirely, as several Hollywood actors and filmmakers have found great success in exploring the Wild Wild West on the big screen. Among the many contemporary actors to deliver quality Westerns in recent years is Kurt Russell....