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Charles Switzer

Critics Call The Super Mario Bros. Movie Colorful Fun (But Say The Plot And Characters Needed A Power-Up)

Although there are numerous differences in how critics viewed "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" story, there was much agreement regarding its animation and style.

Melissa Lemieux

The Little Mermaid: Harry Styles Was Considered For Prince Eric (But Had Conflicting Career Goals)

While Jonah Hauer-King is Prince Eric in the live-action "The Little Mermaid," Harry Styles was originally considered for the role but turned it down.

Julia Selinger

Chloé Zhao Is Adapting Maggie O'Farrell's Novel Hamnet For Film

Maggie O'Farrell's award-winning novel "Hamnet" is headed to the big screen with director Chloé Zhao at the helm.

Danny Bojic

Donald Glover Suggests He'll Be Taking Part In The Community Movie (If It Actually Happens)

Contrary to what some have believed since he left the show, Donald Glover suggests he'll be taking part in the "Community" movie if it actually ever happens.

Shane O'Neill

Barbie's Second Trailer Puts The Spotlight On Ryan Gosling's Ken

Courtesy of Super Bowl LVII, a proper full-length trailer for director Greta Gerwig's "Barbie" is finally here.

Pauli Poisuo

Indiana Jones Is About To Hang Up His Hat, And When He Does, His Successor Must Be Ke Huy Quan

Short Round is an important Indiana Jones character. Ke Huy Quan is an Academy Award-winning acting powerhouse. Do we really need to spell this out?

Ethan Zack

The Second Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse Trailer Confirms A Link To The MCU

The second official trailer for "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" gives eager fans their closest look at the new Miles Morales-centered adventure yet.

Steven Thrash

Michael Mann Revs Up Heat 2, With Adam Driver Set To Star

According to a new report, Michael Mann will be directing a sequel to the 1995 film Heat, with Adam Driver reportedly playing the lead role of Neil McCauley.

Peter Quill, Mantis, Groot, Drax, and Nebula in Guardians of the Galaxy Volume 3

Max Miller

Chris Pratt Would Love To Keep Playing Star-Lord In The MCU (If He Doesn't Die)

Longtime MCU fans may want to know if Chris Pratt has any interest in reprising his role as Star-Lord after the last "Guardians of the Galaxy" film.

Shane O'Neill

James Gunn's Guardians Of The Galaxy Volume 3 Soundtrack Will Be Totally Different From Its Predecessors

James Gunn's "Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3" soundtrack looks totally different compared to those that came before it.

Shane O'Neill

Russell Crowe Teases That Sony's Kraven Movie Isn't A Lighthearted Superhero Romp

According to Russell Crowe, "Kraven" won't be a light, fun superhero romp like those we've all seen so many of.

Cameron Roy Hall

Legendary Is Set To Work With Capcom On Street Fighter Movies And TV Shows

Legendary Entertainment has announced that it has purchased the film and TV rights to "Street Fighter," and will work with Capcom on movies and TV shows.

Looper Staff

Small Details You Missed In The First Trailer For Blue Beetle

The "Blue Beetle" trailer is chock-full of small details, Easter eggs, and nods to the DC universe that should have fans of the franchise giddy.

Danny Bojic

Air: Ben Affleck Praises Matt Damon And Jason Bateman's Performances

Ben Affleck returns to the director's chair with "Air," and the Hollywood star has praised the performances of cast members, Matt Damon and Jason Bateman.

Nick Staniforth

Paddington 3 Is Actually Happening - This Time In Peru

It looks like Paddington Bear is officially headed back to Peru for his third animated feature film.

Jenna Busch

The Super Mario Bros. Movie Features A Character Anya Taylor-Joy Didn't See Coming

Anya Taylor-Joy, who plays Princess Peach in "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," told us in an interview about a character she loves whose appearance surprised her.

Aahil Dayani

Blue Beetle's First Trailer Is A Must-See Action-Packed Adventure

The first action-packed trailer for Xolo Maridueña's Blue Beetle proves that the DCEU still has plenty of life left.

Aahil Dayani

Chad Stahelski Didn't Plan John Wick 4's Iconic Stair Scene Until He Saw Sacre Coeur For Himself

John Wick: Chapter 4 director Chad Stahelski says that the now iconic Sacre Coeur stair stumble scene wasn't originally planned.

Luigi being menaced by the claw of Bowser

Jeff Litton

Charlie Day Did A Lot Of Grunting For Super Mario Bros.

Charlie Day stars as Luigi in the new "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," and the actor revealed the most challenging part was having to record the grunting noises.

Jeff Litton

The Revenant Composer Ryuichi Sakamoto Dies At 71

Ryuichi Sakamoto, composer of films such as Snake Eyes and The Last Emperor, has died.

Tom Meisfjord

Tetris' Taron Egerton And Toby Jones Bonded Over The Terribleness Of Fake Mustaches

Tetris star Taron Egerton wore a fake mustache for his role as Henk Rogers, and the inconveniences of doing so were relatable to his co-star, Toby Jones.

John Wick standing against a foggy background

Tom Meisfjord

John Wick 4 Producer Erica Lee Promises You Don't Want To See The Nearly Four-Hour-Long Version

Apparently, there's an almost-four-hour cut of "John Wick: Chapter 4" somewhere, but producer Erica Lee assures that that version isn't worth watching.

Max Miller

D&D: Honor Among Thieves Playfully Addresses Fan Criticism In '80s Cartoon Throwback

Dungeons and Dragons players have been up in arms about a change made to the game's rules for the new movie, and the film's marketing team has responded.

Danny Bojic

Newcomer Maia Kealoha Cast As Lilo In Disney's Live Action Lilo & Stitch

"Lilo & Stitch" is getting a live-action remake from director Dean Fleischer Camp, and they've found their Lilo! Newcomer Maia Kealoha will be leading the film.

Danny Bojic

Fantastic Four: Matt Shakman's MCU Film Just Secured Its Writer

Marvel Studios has secured noted sci-fi screenwriter Josh Friedman for Matt Shakman's upcoming "Fantastic Four" film, replacing Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer.

Danny Bojic

Chad Stahelski And Keanu Reeves Keep A Wishlist Of Future A-List John Wick Stars

The "John Wick" franchise features stars like Lawrence Fishburne and Ian McShane, and the lead star and director have a dream list of future actors in mind.

Mario looks surprised while standing in front of light pink background

Valerie Thompson

Chris Pratt Responds To Super Mario Bros. Backlash With One Request

Chris Pratt knows that fans are skeptical about his voice acting for "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," but he's asking people to give the film a chance.