Part Two is Still a Hit, Passes First Dune’s Box Office

Image: Warner Bros. Two weeks ago, Dune: Part Two came out in theaters, and became the first big hit of 2024. Even with Kung Fu Panda 4 releasing last weekend, that hasn’t really changed—if anything, it’s looking like Part Two is going to have some hefty legs throughout the rest of its theatrical run. Denis … Read more

Blumhouse is Celebrating Halfway to Halloween with a Film Festival

Image: Blumhouse Hope you like Blumhouse movies, because the company is re-releasing some old ones into theaters later this month. Unboxing Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Limited Edition Playstation 5 Bundle Hoping to start a new annual trend, the five day-long Halfway to Halloween film festival sees Blumhouse partnering with AMC Theaters (across 100 theaters in 40 … Read more

Shrek and Spider-Man are Making Their Way Back to Theaters

Get ready for some good ol’ 2000s nostalgia during the spring and summer movie season. From April to June, Dreamworks’ Shrek 2 and Sony’s live-action Spider-Man movies are set to return to theaters. io9 Interview: Oscar Isaac Was ‘All In’ on Moon Knight The former is more concrete, and was formally announced earlier in the … Read more

DreamWorks’ New Movie Already Looks More Devastating Than Any Pixar Film From The Past 5 Years

Summary DreamWorks’ upcoming movie, The Wild Robot, is poised to elicit tears from viewers, resembling a Pixar release with its emotional depth. The trailer for The Wild Robot showcases dialogue-free footage, emphasizing the touching and devastating journey of the title character. The film’s poignant and sincere tone, reminiscent of Pixar movies like WALL-E, signals a … Read more

DreamWorks’ New Sequel Makes A 14-Year-Old Box Office Disappointment Even Worse

Summary Megamind’s sequel being released straight to Peacock disappoints fans who hoped for a theatrical release after over a decade of waiting. The original Megamind deserved better in 2010 with its star-studded cast, hilarious jokes, and solid story, but faced tough competition at the box office. While streaming releases can reach a wider audience, it … Read more

How to Train Your Dragon Remake Adds Series Alum Gerard Butler

Image: Lionsgate Dreamworks’ live-action remake of How to Train Your Train Dragon has added an old new face to its cast. Gerard Butler, who voiced the viking chief Stoick the Brave across the animated films, will reprise his role as the remake’s flesh-and-blood version. Will You Click Windows’ New Copilot Button? Per Deadline, getting Butler … Read more

Last-Minute Pop Culture Holiday Shopping Guide for Procrastinators

Image: BoxLunch, WB Discovery Consumer Products, Lucasfilm, Disney Consumer Products Time’s just about up for holiday shopping, and the pressure is on for anyone doing last-minute runs to the mall or searching online for the quickest delivery. If you’re looking for that perfect Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, One Piece, Wonka, or Disney100 gift—don’t … Read more

Theme Park News From Disney, Universal Studios, and More Fan-tastical Destinations

Photo: Disney Parks Here’s what’s going on at major tourist destinations in Orlando, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, New York City, and abroad. Disney Parks just opened Zootopia at the Shanghai Disney resort and we have a look at its wild animatronics and cute in-universe food. Las Vegas is lifting spirits with immersive showings of The … Read more

Did Animation Take Its ‘Next Step’ in 2023?

In mid-March during the Oscars, Netflix’s Pinocchio took home the award for Best Animated Feature. During his acceptance speech, co-director Guillermo del Toro said the animation medium was ready to be taken to “the next step,” a statement that was meant to be inspiring after animation was belittled at that very ceremony just minutes prior. … Read more

Shrek’s Original Test Animation Recovered & Put Online

Image: DreamWorks Animation If you’re someone who likes knowing how media gets made and what things looked like before their final product, you’ll be pleased to hear that test footage of the original Shrek movie has been released online. And it’s…well, you can see below. Are Fans Tired of Marvel and DC? Superhero Fatigue at … Read more