What To Expect From ‘Shōgun’ Based on the Book

What Is Shogun About? AdaptingShogunin any capacityis an intimidating task. Ultimately, their fates come down to karma: what goes around, comes around. Image via Jefferson Chacon Condensing a story as vast asShoguninto a ten-episode miniseriesdemands sacrifice. Certain plot points must be trimmed. UntilShogunfinishes, we won’t know if Rachel Kondo and Justin Marks deviated from larger plot beats. When a mysterious European ship is found marooned in a nearby fishing village, Lord Yoshii Toranaga discovers secrets that could tip the scales of power and devastate his enemies....

February 26, 2024 · 2 min · 346 words · Michael Perry

15 Best 'The Walking Dead' Quotes, Ranked

It was based on a series of comic books of the same name written by Robert Kirkman. But growing up is making yourself and the people you love safe." Meanwhile, Dale returned to his RV to find Glenn apologetically returning a book. Image by Zanda Rice Im sorry, Dale replied, implying the book Glenn had borrowed wasnt a very good one. If I had known the world was ending, I wouldve brought better books....

February 24, 2024 · 2 min · 283 words · Julie Johnson

Every Harry Potter Movie, Ranked by Box Office

The franchise grossed $7.7 billion worldwide, making it one of the most successful film series ever. Something along those lines. Fans followed Harry through finding Sirius Black (Gary Oldman) and discovering parents' past. Image by Federico Napoli More of the universe is explored, namely exposition about purebloods and those born to muggle parents. This film is still beloved, andfans rewatch it obsessivelyfor the nostalgia of the early movies. Harry, Ron and Hermione deal with the trials of adolescence, crushes and friendships....

February 24, 2024 · 2 min · 231 words · Tyler Beasley

The 15 Best 'Modern Family' Quotes, Ranked

It ran for 11 seasons and over 250 episodes, coming to an end in 2020. The best of them serve as a reminder of why the show resonated so much with fans. Alex (Ariel Winter) promised to cover for Haley if she drove her to the Museum of Tolerance. Image by Federico Napoli 14"Act like a parent, talk like a peer. I call it ‘peerenting.'" He then had to free Lukes (Nolan Gould) head from the banister....

February 24, 2024 · 3 min · 455 words · George Reyes

'Married At First Sight Denver's' Final Couple's Trip Was a Bust

Summary Married at First Sight Denvercontinues to waste viewers' time moving toward Decision Day. To put it mildly, the couple’s trip was a disaster. With 4/5 divorces imminent before Decision Day,Denverhas been the biggest failure of the franchise. Image by Annamaria Ward, Lifetime ButMAFShas been on a downward spiral for some time. Chloe is by nature much more conservative than the very eclectic Michael. Lauren tearfully accepts Orion’s decision to divorce her but admits she felt cheated out of the realMAFSexperience....

February 21, 2024 · 1 min · 131 words · Samuel Goodman

This Saw Character Didn’t Deserve to Be in a Jigsaw Trap

The major trap plot of the original 2004’sSawis the Bathroom Trap, arguablythe most iconic location of the franchise. Adam is only in the bathroom because of his association with the doctor. If Adam came out of the Bathroom Trap alive, it is unlikely he would drastically alter his life. Image via Saw None of this compares to Dr. Gordon’s adultery or many of the other victims in the franchise. Why was Adam Tested in ‘Saw’?...

February 17, 2024 · 2 min · 298 words · Daniel Flores

If You Love ‘Oldboy,’ You Need To Check out This Underseen Revenge Thriller

What Is ‘I Saw the Devil’ About? The pain is felt by several supporting characters, but Kim Soo-hyun is the audience’s eyes and ears. The primary antagonist is Jang Kyung-chul (played byChoi Min-sik), who is a murderous school bus driver. Image via Showbox However, the film plays into the effect such violence and horror has on the person who commits it. More tales of revenge, mystery, and violence. How Does Choi Min-sik’s Character Compare to ‘Oldboy’s Oh Dae-su?...

February 13, 2024 · 1 min · 140 words · Cynthia Sparks

The 20 Best 'Impractical Jokers' Episodes, Ranked According to IMDb

TruTV’sImpractical Jokersreigns supreme as one of the funniest hidden-camera reality shows of all time. Here are the ten best entries in the series ranked by their rousing scores on IMDb. Then, the Jokers work in pairs while giving presentations created to the other opponents. Image via truTV Whichever team gets the most hands their audience raises by the end wins. “Drive, Drive, Drive” is a hilarious episode that’ll get stuck in your head....

February 11, 2024 · 2 min · 296 words · Gail Dyer

The 25 Best Shah Rukh Khan Movies, Ranked

What sets Khan apart is not just his acting prowess but also his unparalleled connection with his fans. His fans would camp out outside his house to see the actor greet them. Pathaanis Khan’s first film after his four-year break, and it was highly anticipated by fans worldwide. Image by Federico Napoli It did not disappoint, as critics and fans raved at the movie. The movie waspraised for Khan’s performance, the ensemble cast, and over-the-top action....

February 10, 2024 · 2 min · 254 words · Timothy Gutierrez

This Villainous Performance Earned Its Actor the Biggest Paycheck in Hollywood History

But who has been paid the very most to appear in one movie? Emphasis on one movie, not a franchise. Essentially, he wasn’t just set up to be paid a flat sum of cash upfront. The Dark Knight of Gotham City begins his war on crime with his first major enemy being Jack Napier, a criminal who becomes the clownishly homicidal Joker. Comic-book movie actors have chased this level of duality ever since....

February 9, 2024 · 1 min · 210 words · Wanda Hernandez

It’s Time to Admit 'The Marvels' Box Office Was Treated Unfairly

Summary The Marvels, directed byNia DaCosta, saw the return ofBrie Larsonas Carol Danvers. This time around, shes joined byWandaVisionsTeyonah Parrisas Monica Rambeau andMs. Marvelherself,Iman Vellani. Custom Image by Zanda Rice While other superhero movies of 2023 were given a pass,The Marvelstook the brunt of the criticism. If we look back at 2019,the firstCaptain Marvelmoviefaced similar bad faith opinions before the movie even premiered. However, forThe Marvels, there was an overwhelming wave of hate before the movie even premiered....

February 7, 2024 · 2 min · 215 words · Dwayne Ball

'Saw' is Based on a True Story — And It's Just as Creepy as You'd Expect

After all, theres no way wed really do this to someone in real life, right? Because a lot of it starts with the script, but sometimes the traps and cells are very shorthand. Some of the traps have evolved quite a lot from how they started. And then you have to think about how to actually pull it off. He revealed that, at the time of making the film, he was experiencing migraines every day....

February 4, 2024 · 1 min · 208 words · Angela Roman

'The Handmaid's Tale' Star Elisabeth Moss Gives Long-Awaited Season 6 Update

Summary Praise be! Just over a year following the Season 5 finale,The Handmaid’s TaleSeason 6has finally received an update. Recently, series starElisabeth Mossshared a promising step forward for the Hulu series' upcoming final season. Image by Jefferson Chacon Through the earlier seasons of the series, June attempts to escape, eventually making her way to Canada. Meanwhile, many key players back in Gilead face their own now uncertain futures. Who Else Stars in ‘The Handmaid’s Tale’?...

January 31, 2024 · 1 min · 103 words · Julia Henry