A24 has a knack for delivering unforgettable, Oscar-winning films, and the Adrien Brody-led epic The Brutalist is no exception. After an acclaimed theatrical run, film fans have been eagerly awaiting news on when they can finally see it from their own couch (The Brutalist Streaming HBO Max). For those wondering how to watch The Brutalist movie at home, the film begins streaming exclusively on Max starting May 16, with its television debut on HBO following the next day, May 17. Your Guide to Streaming ‘The Brutalist’ on Max and HBO Great news for those looking to watch from home: The…
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Trevor Downs
Trevor Downs is a 24-year-old journalist from the US. He has previously worked with many news agencies as a writer.
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What if the most empowering films for Black audiences in the 1970s were also the ones criticized for using damaging stereotypes? That is the brilliant, complicated heart of Blaxploitation. While these movies put powerful Black heroes on screen for the first time, civil rights groups like the NAACP argued they often glorified violence and reinforced negative clichés, sparking a debate that still resonates today (Blaxploitation Classics Vol 2). At the center of this cinematic explosion were iconic new hero archetypes. You had the impossibly cool private eye, a Black answer to James Bond perfectly embodied by Richard Roundtree’s John Shaft.…
You’ve found it—the last one in stock. You click ‘buy now’ and feel a wave of relief. But what if that relief is the first step in a scam designed to steal your holiday cheer? Scammers create thousands of fake storefronts during peak shopping seasons, turning your perfect find into a costly mistake. Learning to spot the red flags is the single best skill for ensuring your money is safe and your package actually arrives. What Are ‘Grinch Bots’ and Why Can’t You Buy a PS5? Have you ever waited for a popular item to go on sale—like a PS5…
You probably picture the face on Mount Rushmore, but what if the real Theodore Roosevelt—the grieving husband, the passionate naturalist, the relentless reformer—was far more fascinating than the myth? He’s a figure we think we know, yet his life was shaped by forces far deeper than political ambition (The Roosevelts DVD). A new Theodore Roosevelt docuseries on DVD peels back those layers. As one of the most compelling historical films about the 26th president, this TR documentary, ideal for classroom use, reveals the astonishing story you don’t know. The Roosevelts DVD: How Roosevelt’s Passion for Nature Saved America’s Wild Places…
Have you ever had a brilliant idea for a video, but no camera, no expensive software, and no time to learn? What if you could create that video just by describing it, turning your words directly into moving pictures? (Luma Dream Machine News) This is the promise of new AI video production tools like Luma AI’s Dream Machine. Using this generative video AI is like describing a dream and then watching it on a screen. You simply provide a written instruction, and the tool generates a short video from scratch. What is an AI Video Generator and How Do I…
We all know the story: a curious girl follows a white rabbit into a whimsical world. But what if Wonderland wasn’t whimsical at all? The new Alice in Terrorland movie answers that question with pure nightmare fuel. This twisted fairy tale horror flick is set to crawl onto DVD and Digital on February 13. Prepare for a journey down a much darker, more terrifying rabbit hole than you could ever imagine. Terrorland: A Psychological Twist on a Classic Tale Forget the whimsical journey you remember. The plot of Alice in Terrorland begins not with curiosity, but with grief. We follow…
Think about your massive cable package for a moment. Research consistently shows that while you pay for hundreds of channels, you probably only watch about 15 of them. Sling TV is designed to fix this waste, but your first decision is the most important one you’ll make: choosing between Sling Orange vs. Sling Blue (Sling TV Lifestyle Extra Package). The easiest way to understand the difference is by looking at your must-have channels. If you can’t miss college football on ESPN and your kids love the Disney Channel, then the best Sling TV plan for families and sports fans starts…
Jennifer Lopez is tackling what might be her most dramatic role ever. She’s starring in the new Kiss of the Spider Woman film adaptation, a musical with a digital movie release date set for November 11th, according to Lionsgate (Kiss Of The Spider Woman Showtimes). But this isn’t just any remake; the original story was so powerful it earned a groundbreaking Best Actor Oscar. So what is this legendary tale actually about, and why has it been so influential for decades? Here’s what you need to know. What Is the ‘Kiss of the Spider Woman’ Story Actually About? At its…
Two wild Troma horror flicks, Frightmare and Luther the Geek, are getting new Blu-ray releases from MVD on January 20th. For newcomers, this news often raises a question: what exactly is “Troma,” and why would these bizarre, low-budget movies get a high-definition upgrade? (Troma Entertainment) A Guide to Troma’s Punk Rock Spirit Think of Troma Entertainment as the punk rock of the film industry. For 50 years, this fiercely independent studio has made films on shoestring budgets that break all the rules. A Troma movie is a unique cocktail: part slapstick comedy, part over-the-top horror, and part sharp satire. They’re…
What do the legendary director of Citizen Kane and Star Trek’s Mr. Spock have in common? They both played giant robots in a 1986 animated movie that did the unthinkable: it killed the main hero. For kids who saw The Transformers: The Movie in theaters, the heroic Optimus Prime’s shocking death scene was a core memory, leaving them wondering who dies in the 1986 Transformers movie and why (The Transformers The Movie 35th Anniversary Edition). For a generation of young fans, this was their first Empire Strikes Back moment—a sudden, dark turn that left them devastated. The brutal truth behind…