MOVIES

Anora and The Brutalist Win Big at an Oscars Where Indies Reign

Indie films stole the spotlight over the weekend at this year’s Academy Awards, with Sean Baker's Anora leading the charge. This daring dramedy about a young stripper's impulsive marriage to a Russian oligarch's son clinched five Oscars, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actress for Mikey Madison. Baker, known for his focus on marginalized communities, achieved this feat with a modest budget, marking a significant victory for independent cinema.

Not to be overshadowed, Brady Corbet's The Brutalist, a sprawling three-and-a-half-hour epic deconstructing the American dream, also made waves. The film earned Adrien Brody his second Oscar for Best Actor, alongside awards for Best Cinematography and Best Original Score. Does this shift towards recognizing smaller, independently produced films signal a new era for a more even playing field, or will the big blockbusters soon return to dominate the competition?

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Doctor Who Series 15 Trailer Breakdown

Hold onto your sonic screwdrivers, Whovians! The first full trailer for the new season of Doctor Who has landed, and it's packed with tantalizing glimpses of what's to come. Meet the new companion, Varada Sethu’s Belinda Chandra, who wakes up in a seemingly ordinary bedroom, only to be thrust into the Doctor's extraordinary world. Don’t miss the moment where she spots a picture of herself on the TARDIS scanner, hinting at deeper mysteries linking her to the Doctor's adventures!

The trailer doesn't skimp on the thrills, showcasing a menagerie of new monsters set to challenge our favorite Time Lord. From towering skeletal creatures and robotic spiders to the eerie "Mr Ring-a-Ding," a 1950s cartoon character come to life, the Doctor's rogues' gallery is expanding in spine-chilling ways. Eagle-eyed fans will also spot familiar faces returning, including UNIT's Kate Lethbridge Stewart and former companion Mel Bush. Read on for a more in-depth breakdown of the trailer and all its hidden gems.

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MOVIES

Star Wars: Shawn Levy and Ryan Gosling Have Opportunity to Ignore the Skywalker Saga

The galaxy far, far away is gearing up for a fresh chapter, as director Shawn Levy and actor Ryan Gosling are reportedly teaming up for a new Star Wars film. This project is set to break away from the traditional Skywalker storyline, offering hope to fans who are looking for an entirely new adventure. While Levy's and Gosling's previous collaborations fell victim to a bit of fan service, this charismatic duo seems poised to bring a unique flavor to the Star Wars universe.

While details about the plot remain under wraps, the film’s standalone story is reported to be set around five or six years after the Sequel Trilogy. The project is still far from its preproduction phase, but as the project develops, so does the anticipation build for what Levy and Gosling will bring to this beloved, but sometimes troubled, universe.

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EDITOR’S PICKS

The White Lotus Just Teased a Closer Connection to Season 1

Belinda may have been hoping for a fresh start, but Greg's appearance has brought up more than a few ghosts from her past.

Why the Kitchen Is the Most Important Room in a Sci-Fi Spaceship

You can tell a lot about a science fiction story and its world by sharing a meal with it. Just ask the crew of the Nostromo in Alien...

Netflix’s Toxic Town Is a Battle Cry in Support of Experts and So-Called ‘Red Tape’

Jack Thorne’s real-life Corby poisoning drama shows the human cost of putting profits ahead of responsibility.

Sherlock Holmes Actors Ranked From Passable to Perfect

Rathbone, Cumberbatch, Brett, Plummer... Who's the best Sherlock Holmes of them all?

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