The Harry Potter Movie Series That Could Have Been

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone almost turned out much differently… Maybe youve heard of it?Harry Potter. And it could have been a very different movie than what we got… ## It could have had a different director. And Columbus wasnt the first guy offered the job. Ad content continues below Steven Spielberg was originally a frontrunner for the job of directing the Harry Potter movies. Instead, he went on to directArtificial IntelligenceandMinority Report....

November 14, 2016 · 2 min · 236 words · Mary Byrd

Watch Dogs 2 Review (In Progress)

Watch Dogs 2 fixes many of its predecessor’s issues, but does that make it a worthwhile sequel? Theres a conniving pharmaceutical executive who wants to purchase an exclusive track from his favorite music artist. Theres whispers in the media of a potential e-mail scandal. But its the bold and vibrant city of San Francisco that really makesWatch Dogs 2pop. Outside of the main story operations, San Francisco is covered with dozens of side operations and other activities....

November 14, 2016 · 1 min · 107 words · Robert Cortez

Westworld Episode 7 Review: Trompe L’Oeil

This Westworld review contains spoilers. The longer I work here, the more I think I understand the hosts. Its human beings who confuse me. These are the words of Bernard Lowe moments before a shocking revelation. Perhapstheshocking revelation of the whole first season. In fact, if I may gloat a moment,I did. Ah, that feels good. Its a grim moment when Bernard leads Theresa into the House of Ford. There was the first red flag....

November 14, 2016 · 3 min · 554 words · Larry Morales

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Review

There is an old adage which states you cant go home. But still, you should be warned, thisis notHarry Potter. Fantastic Beastsenjoys only one major English character: its lead, Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne). Hes a curious academic castoff from English wizarding society. Clearly introverted and exceedingly anti-social, Newt instead prefers the company of magic creatures. This is why he wants to document them while in pursuit of writing the definitive textbook....

November 13, 2016 · 1 min · 116 words · Angela Williams

Doctor Strange: Complete Marvel Universe References and Easter Egg Guide

We’ve got your complete guide to Marvel comics references and easter eggs in the Doctor Strange movie. This article consists of nothing butDoctor Strangespoilers. you’re able to read on, but at your own risk… Have you seen theDoctor Strangemovie? Do you have questions about the arcane secrets it contains? Let me know what you found that we havent yet! Thats the story that this movie is a really expanded version of....

November 12, 2016 · 2 min · 400 words · Kerri Garcia

How the Worst Metal Gear Book Ever Written Predicted the Future of the Franchise

But it wasnt always such a motivational masterpiece. And it was a more vicious attack on your brain cells than the FOXDIE virus. Solid Snakes name is Solid Snake. If youre writing an action book for kids and your main character is named Solid Snake, youre done! Instead the author, F.X. Nine, gives Snake the name Justin Halley. Their cells betray adenosine-triphosphate into accepting secretly smuggled oxygen molecules instead of using regular metabolic functions....

November 12, 2016 · 3 min · 586 words · Tara Bell

Power Rangers Dino Super Charge: Edge of Extinction Review

In which we consider how Dino Super Charge has dealt with responsibility. ThisPower Rangers Dino Super Chargereview contains spoilers. Power Rangers Dino Super Charge Episode 20 Responsibility. Its a theme thats cropped up inDino Super Chargequite a few times. Chase with Kaylee and Shelby, James leaving his family, and now Heckyl. Chase was handled just fine, an asshole that learned from his mistakes. He teased Shelby but owned up to it....

November 12, 2016 · 4 min · 764 words · Jane Briggs

Z Nation Season 3, Episode 9: Heart of Darkness Review

This week’s episode of Z Nation answers a central question for season three. This Z Nation review contains spoilers. Z Nation Season 3, Episode 9 SyfysZ Nationis a stupid show. It makes no attempt to convince viewers otherwise, and its not exactly swinging for an Emmy nod. However, that doesnt mean that some storylines are immune to being unacceptably stupid. Enter season three, episode nine, Heart of Darkness. She launches a brief stealth incursion inside his compound, but nearly gets caught....

November 12, 2016 · 2 min · 327 words · Gerald Bennett

Arrival: Translating the Sounds of the Film with Johann Johannsson

We sit down with Oscar nominated composer Johann Johannsson to discuss the Arrival score. Arrivalmight be one of the most thought-provoking science fiction films released in the last few years. And given how many recent, smart films there have been in that genre, this is saying something. Then again, considering Johannsson has been nominated twice for Academy Awards, this isnt exactly a surprise. We discussed this with Johannsson, plus much more when we sat down for the below phone interview....

November 11, 2016 · 3 min · 566 words · Laura Rodriguez

Craig Roberts interview: Red Oaks season 2, directing, British film

This article comes fromDen of Geek UK. What NetflixsStranger Thingsis to 80s sci-fi horror, AmazonsRed Oaksis to 80s coming-of-age romantic comedy. Never mawkish or raucous, its a wistful portrait of that brief window of adulthood before responsibility begins. And, it goes without saying, the 80s soundtrack and clothes are also totally bitchin. Yes, and Eric Rohmer… Rohmer, Truffaut, even Siskel and Ebert get a mention. All that, and its also directed by Amy Heckerling…...

November 11, 2016 · 9 min · 1826 words · Paul Fox

American Horror Story Season 6: Roanoke Chapter 9 Review

Internet fame can be fatal on American Horror Story Season 6. ThisAmerican Horror Storyreview contains spoilers. American Horror Story Season 6 Episode 9 Teenagers do asinine things. Anyone with a fraction of brain left would choose living another day over 20 thousand more Twitter followers. This is far more sinister than risking your reputation by streaking across the beach at midnight on spring break. Police incompetence can be frightening. How long she survives is something else entirely....

November 10, 2016 · 1 min · 133 words · Jessica Dean

Frequency: Who is The Nightingale Killer?

We visited the set of time drama Frequency and grilled the cast on their Nightingale killer theories… The cast does it, too. Except for in person and probably at the scripts. Does this change how Raimy and the rest of the police department engages with the case? And I think thats unnerving because theyre hardly ever in that position. Im like, I dont know. They probably have something really clever up their sleeves....

November 10, 2016 · 3 min · 538 words · Tammy Miranda

Stephen Amell Talks Working With Dolph Lundgren on Arrow

Lundgren made his Arrow debut tonight, giving the flashbacks something they have been missing for quite some time. So it begins, indeed. Its been a blast to work with him. Because he just moves at his own pace. And its not indulgent. When he came to set, he knew his stuff not that I expected anything less. He was very respectful. He asked a lot of questions. Hed clearly done his homework....

November 10, 2016 · 1 min · 96 words · Kathleen Vaughn