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This article containsStar Wars: The Force Awakensspoilers. This article originally ran on Jan. 4, 2016. In fact, women headline the first two big screen entries in the post-George Lucas era. Star Warshas sometimes shot itself in the foot when it comes to female characters. Thats not to say the franchise hasnt had its share of powerful women. Princess Leia was revolutionary for her time. However, the male characters have always been in the spotlight....

This new Ghostbusters game is definitely a bust. It follows the design formula of recently successful licensed games by basically copying the design of already established games. Ad content continues below Actually, for about three minutes, thats whatGhostbustersis. and cinematics actually do a decent job of presenting this world in a semi-amusing way. Its a shame the same cant be said of the voice acting and writing. The basic problem withGhostbusters gameplay is that its built around an incredibly monotonous combat system....

Sci-fi horror Stranger Things provides a welcome dose of comforting nostalgia. Here’s a spoiler-free review… If you worship at those same movie altars, youre in for a treat. Lord knows we could all use one about now. At only eight episodes, it doesnt outstay its welcome. Its well-paced with multiple, diverting plot threads that coalesce satisfyingly by the end. Theres no reason it shouldnt be a hit.Stranger Thingswas obviously designed for broad appeal....

How does Star Trek Into Darkness’s plot hold up three years on? Ryan takes a closer look… NB: The following contains spoilers forStar Trek Into DarknessandPrometheus. Its often the case that post-screening conversations are as much fun as the cinema visit itself. Sometimes, its the most bewildering movies that provoke the most enjoyable discussions. Why did Old Man Weyland hide aboard a ship that was his in the first place?...

Both trans and gay students are traditionally bullied into submission, with little support from their teachers. But theres one part of Satohs life that has always fascinated gamers. I didnt have a nickname in particular, but people told me that I need one when I play. I thought about that a lot and then I was invited to a cosplay party. I was disguise[d] as a police officer, and they called me Kayo Police!...

Robot wisely takes a step back to reestablish itself for round two in a two-part premiere. Robotreview contains spoilers Mr. By the end of season one, Elliot and F Society had won! They wiped out everyones debts. The banks were screwed and the people were liberated. Instead, its a sign that everyone is in debt to them until they can prove otherwise. On one hand, thats pretty frustrating narratively. It promptly cuts the legs out from a lot of momentumMr....

Great for the winner, but not too interesting for the viewer. Give us the 80s and 90sThePrice Is Rightany day. Better still, you cant beat a bit of Bully! Game shows have changed considerably over the years. Games were supposedly chosen from one of four categories, mystery, physical, skill, mental. This lead to the oft-joked about challenges of making a cup of tea, or changing a light bulb. Then there were the games that courted the ridiculous and sadistic....

This is the throw in of revenge thriller hes done so well in the past. Now, he plays a father reconnecting with his estranged daughter when she comes to him seeking help.

Summer is a time for escape and adventure, a season meant to be spent on the move. So here are 12 road trip movies to get you going! The luscious scenery of the Argentine countryside is reason enough to watch this summer family film. This movie is a labor of love, and it wears its nostalgia and sentiment on its dusty sleeve. There are infidelities, secrets spilled, and budding teenage passions....

Increasingly throughout his later career, Woody Allen has welcomed the perception of his movies courting the Jazz Age. And that first impression would be the correct one. Rating: 3.5 out of 5

Unsurprisingly, this article contains spoilers for 2007sThe Mist. This is a deliberately big spoiler warning, for a film you really dont want spoiled. Stephen King is a man of many collaborations. And if you dont, I can explain it to you using beer mats if you like. My father had nothing but contempt for such stories, saying they were cheap shots. After all with all the CG contrasted against a documentary aesthetic, how could they be?...

Strong characters run out of momentum in this uneven Star Wars: Aftermath sequel. Star Wars: Aftermathwas an enjoyable foundation for a new Expanded Universe. This time, we find out that his first attempt didnt go well: Chewbacca has been captured. Meanwhile, the Imperial ruling council has pulled itself together under a new ruler. Fans who are looking for hints at what happened betweenReturn of the JediandThe Force Awakenswill find some here....

Brad Furman discusses his new drug thriller The Infiltrator, star Bryan Cranston and more… Den of Geek: How did you come upon Bob Mazurs book? Was it given to you by your agent? Ad content continues below Brad Furman: No. my dear friend from college, Don Sikorski, brought it to me. He said, Ive got a background in investigative journalism, a background in documentary filmmaking. He brought me the book and said, I think this would be a wonderful movie....