‘28 Years Later’ Review: Danny Boyle’s Strangely Beautiful Blockbuster
’28 Years Later’ defies expectations, quickly becoming one of the best blockbusters we have gotten this decade.
Amazon & Roku Strike Ad Pact That Could Redefine Streaming Monetization
The landmark deal gives brands access to 80% of U.S. connected‑TV households, signaling a shift in how Hollywood streamers reach—and profit from—viewers.
Emma Gladstone is an entertainment journalist dedicated to offering a fresh perspective in today’s media landscape. As a content writer for The Hollywood Insider, her goal is to serve as a break from negativity by focusing on positive, human-centered angles that uplift and inspire. Writing reviews and feature stories for The Hollywood Insider, Emma celebrates the transformative and authentic power of reporting, to promote meaningful change and substance in media. Her passion for global entertainment fuels her writing, creating stories that educate, empower, and resonate deeply with readers. Emma is truly thrilled to be writing for The Hollywood Insider, as their values align closely with hers.
‘Tires’: Shane Gillis Brings the Hit Comedy Back for Season 2
Created by Shane Gillis, Steven Gerben, and John McKeever, ‘Tires’ season 2 exemplifies what comedy is all about.
Emma Gladstone is an entertainment journalist dedicated to offering a fresh perspective in today’s media landscape. As a content writer for The Hollywood Insider, her goal is to serve as a break from negativity by focusing on positive, human-centered angles that uplift and inspire. Writing reviews and feature stories for The Hollywood Insider, Emma celebrates the transformative and authentic power of reporting, to promote meaningful change and substance in media. Her passion for global entertainment fuels her writing, creating stories that educate, empower, and resonate deeply with readers. Emma is truly thrilled to be writing for The Hollywood Insider, as their values align closely with hers.
Beyond the Spotlight: What Earning an EGOT Really Says About a Star
From Audrey Hepburn to Elton John, these icons have claimed the ultimate showbiz honor — but an EGOT is more than just a trophy shelf flex.
Emma Gladstone is an entertainment journalist dedicated to offering a fresh perspective in today’s media landscape. As a content writer for The Hollywood Insider, her goal is to serve as a break from negativity by focusing on positive, human-centered angles that uplift and inspire. Writing reviews and feature stories for The Hollywood Insider, Emma celebrates the transformative and authentic power of reporting, to promote meaningful change and substance in media. Her passion for global entertainment fuels her writing, creating stories that educate, empower, and resonate deeply with readers. Emma is truly thrilled to be writing for The Hollywood Insider, as their values align closely with hers.
The Tony Awards: ‘Maybe Happy Ending’ Sweeps Clean
‘Maybe Happy Ending’ sweeps the awards, Nicole Scherzinger clinches her first Tony.
Emma Gladstone is an entertainment journalist dedicated to offering a fresh perspective in today’s media landscape. As a content writer for The Hollywood Insider, her goal is to serve as a break from negativity by focusing on positive, human-centered angles that uplift and inspire. Writing reviews and feature stories for The Hollywood Insider, Emma celebrates the transformative and authentic power of reporting, to promote meaningful change and substance in media. Her passion for global entertainment fuels her writing, creating stories that educate, empower, and resonate deeply with readers. Emma is truly thrilled to be writing for The Hollywood Insider, as their values align closely with hers.
Every Highly Anticipated Trailer Teased at Netflix’s Tudum 2025
From the chilling tease of the ‘Stranger Things’ final season to the first six minutes of ‘Wednesday’ Season 2, here’s everything Netflix dropped during Tudum 2025.
Emma Gladstone is an entertainment journalist dedicated to offering a fresh perspective in today’s media landscape. As a content writer for The Hollywood Insider, her goal is to serve as a break from negativity by focusing on positive, human-centered angles that uplift and inspire. Writing reviews and feature stories for The Hollywood Insider, Emma celebrates the transformative and authentic power of reporting, to promote meaningful change and substance in media. Her passion for global entertainment fuels her writing, creating stories that educate, empower, and resonate deeply with readers. Emma is truly thrilled to be writing for The Hollywood Insider, as their values align closely with hers.
What Happened After ‘Twilight’: Where the Saga’s Stars Are Today
With Robert Pattinson leading Bong Joon Ho’s ‘Mickey 17’ and Kristen Stewart making her feature directorial debut with ‘The Chronology of Water’, which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May 2025, the ‘Twilight’ cast have evolved far beyond the roles that made them famous.
Emma Gladstone is an entertainment journalist dedicated to offering a fresh perspective in today’s media landscape. As a content writer for The Hollywood Insider, her goal is to serve as a break from negativity by focusing on positive, human-centered angles that uplift and inspire. Writing reviews and feature stories for The Hollywood Insider, Emma celebrates the transformative and authentic power of reporting, to promote meaningful change and substance in media. Her passion for global entertainment fuels her writing, creating stories that educate, empower, and resonate deeply with readers. Emma is truly thrilled to be writing for The Hollywood Insider, as their values align closely with hers.
What Are Moviegoers Craving Right Now?
The top three current hits for moviegoers—Marvel’s ‘Thunderbolts*’, the original horror-thriller ‘Sinners’, and Disney’s live-action ‘Lilo & Stitch’ remake—what’s working with audiences right now.
Emma Gladstone is an entertainment journalist dedicated to offering a fresh perspective in today’s media landscape. As a content writer for The Hollywood Insider, her goal is to serve as a break from negativity by focusing on positive, human-centered angles that uplift and inspire. Writing reviews and feature stories for The Hollywood Insider, Emma celebrates the transformative and authentic power of reporting, to promote meaningful change and substance in media. Her passion for global entertainment fuels her writing, creating stories that educate, empower, and resonate deeply with readers. Emma is truly thrilled to be writing for The Hollywood Insider, as their values align closely with hers.
From Dungeons to Dragons: The Hidden Influence of Dungeons & Dragons on Today’s TV and Film Worlds
Innovative storytelling techniques and immersive worldbuilding in today’s popular series and films reflect the enduring legacy of a game that has captivated imaginations for decades.
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Back in These Good Old Days: ‘Legends’ or Leftovers?
‘Karate Kid: Legends’ marks yet another entry in a long-running franchise that has leaned heavily into nostalgia rather than innovation. While the ‘Cobra Kai’ series offered a fresh perspective by flipping the original underdog narrative, ‘Legends’ retreads the same familiar beats without adding anything new. The film reflects a broader Hollywood trend of relying on legacy properties for financial safety, often at the cost of original storytelling.
10 Post-Apocalyptic Movies Everyone Should Watch
There have been many, many post-apocalyptic movies throughout Cinema history, but some stand out more than others. Which ones are the best and why?
Running Past the Finish Line: Is This Really Tom Cruise’s ‘Final Reckoning’?
Tom Cruise shows no signs of retiring from the Mission: Impossible franchise, confidently stating he plans to continue making films well into his later years. Known for performing his own daring stunts, Cruise remains a unique and enduring action star whose identity is deeply tied to his role as Ethan Hunt. Despite rumors of this being the final chapter, Cruise’s passion and commitment suggest the series—and his career- are far from over.
‘Sinners’ in Context: A Study of Influence and Coogler’s Legacy
Ryan Coogler’s films explore the impact of generational trauma and the complex legacies inherited from one’s ancestors. Through his collaborative creative team and culturally rich storytelling, Coogler reshapes these inherited burdens- showing that even “evil” legacies can be transformed into freedom and empowerment.
Marvel Studios’ New Plan For Success
Marvel’s new formula sees them going back to the basics, giving audiences hope for a successful future for the franchise, bringing the magic that made everyone fall in love with their movies years ago.
The Gilded Cage of Auteurism: Wes Anderson and the Price of Style
Wes Anderson’s distinct visual style—marked by precise symmetry, pastel palettes, and quirky compositions—has become both his signature and his limitation. While this consistency has earned him acclaim, it risks turning his work into a formula where style overshadows emotional depth and narrative risk. The challenge for Anderson, and artists like him, is whether to remain within the boundaries of their perfected aesthetic or to evolve by embracing vulnerability and creative growth beyond their established identity.
Latest News
Back in These Good Old Days: ‘Legends’ or Leftovers?
‘Karate Kid: Legends’ marks yet another entry in a long-running franchise that has leaned heavily into nostalgia rather than innovation. While the ‘Cobra Kai’ series offered a fresh perspective by flipping the original underdog narrative, ‘Legends’ retreads the same familiar beats without adding anything new. The film reflects a broader Hollywood trend of relying on legacy properties for financial safety, often at the cost of original storytelling.
‘Sinners’ in Context: A Study of Influence and Coogler’s Legacy
Ryan Coogler’s films explore the impact of generational trauma and the complex legacies inherited from one’s ancestors. Through his collaborative creative team and culturally rich storytelling, Coogler reshapes these inherited burdens- showing that even “evil” legacies can be transformed into freedom and empowerment.
The Gilded Cage of Auteurism: Wes Anderson and the Price of Style
Wes Anderson’s distinct visual style—marked by precise symmetry, pastel palettes, and quirky compositions—has become both his signature and his limitation. While this consistency has earned him acclaim, it risks turning his work into a formula where style overshadows emotional depth and narrative risk. The challenge for Anderson, and artists like him, is whether to remain within the boundaries of their perfected aesthetic or to evolve by embracing vulnerability and creative growth beyond their established identity.
“Chicken Jockey”: What This Wild Trend Indicates about the Future of Cinema Audiences
A spontaneous line from a Jack Black film has sparked an unpredictable and chaotic audience phenomenon, transforming movie theaters into unpredictable stages where viewers perform rather than watch. This viral trend, while energizing box office success, exposes a deeper cultural shift in youth behavior- prioritizing self-expression and spectacle over shared respect and the traditional communal movie experience- raising urgent questions about the future sustainability of theaters.
Exorcising at 85: Al Pacino Makes His Horror Debut in ‘The Ritual’
Al Pacino makes his long-awaited horror debut in The Ritual, portraying real-life exorcist Father Theophilus Riesinger in a film based on the infamous 1928 possession of Emma Schmidt. While the film struggles critically, it marks a fascinating late-career genre shift that places Pacino among a lineage of iconic actors who found creative renewal through horror.
‘Dogma’ Has Risen: The Cult Classic Returns After 25 Years in Limbo
Kevin Smith’s ‘Dogma’, a sharp religious satire that sparked controversy upon its 1999 release, is returning to theaters in a 4K restoration after years of being tied up in a legal battle over ownership.
Latest Reviews
‘28 Years Later’ Review: Danny Boyle’s Strangely Beautiful Blockbuster
’28 Years Later’ defies expectations, quickly becoming one of the best blockbusters we have gotten this decade.
Dreamworks’ ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Live Action Remake Will Satisfy Both General Audiences and Diehard Fans
‘How to Train Your Dragon’ is a massive step up from other attempts at live action remakes, committing itself to the source material and resulting in something beautiful.
‘The Life of Chuck’: In and of Itself
‘The Life of Chuck’, directed by Mike Flanagan and based on a Stephen King novella, is a lyrical meditation on memory, mortality, and the meaning we make from life’s quiet moments. Tom Hiddleston leads a stellar cast, including Mark Hamill and breakout talent Benjamin Pajak, in a story that blends surreal imagery with emotional honesty. Despite its R rating, the film’s gentle tone and reflective message make it one of the year’s most unexpectedly moving—and arguably most miscategorized—films.
‘Tires’: Shane Gillis Brings the Hit Comedy Back for Season 2
Created by Shane Gillis, Steven Gerben, and John McKeever, ‘Tires’ season 2 exemplifies what comedy is all about.
‘Dangerous Animals’ Review: A Twisted Serial Killer Thriller With Some Bite
‘Dangerous Animals’ follows Jai Courtney as a deranged, shark-obsessed serial killer in this thrilling ride through Australian waters.
A24’s ‘Bring Her Back’ Takes Evil To A Whole New Level
Distributed by A24, the Philippou Brothers’ new horror movie, ‘Bring Her Back’, is a feel-bad trip that will linger in your thoughts days after leaving the Cinema.
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Casey Affleck Spills Secrets on ‘The Instigators’ at Premiere
Talk with Casey Affleck at the premiere of the new movie “The Instigators” and working with Matt Damon, Doug Liman, Hong Chau, and more!
Alison Winter Spills Secrets on ‘The Instigators’ at Premiere
Talk with Alison Winter about the new movie “The Instigator” with Matt Damon, Casey Affleck, Paul Walter Hauser, Hong Chau, and more!
Matt Damon Spills Secrets on ‘The Instigators’ at Premiere
Talk with Matt Damon about his new movie “The Instigators” and working with Doug Liman, Casey Affleck, Paul Walter Hauser, and more!
Channing Tatum Spills Secrets on ‘Blink Twice’ at Premiere
Talk with Channing Tatum at the premiere of his new movie “Blink Twice” with Zoe Kravitz, Christian Slater, Haley Joel Osment, and more!
Christian Slater Spills Secrets on ‘Blink Twice’ at Premiere
Talk with Christian Slater at the premiere of his new movie “Blink Twice” with Channing Tatum, Zoe Kravitz, Naomi Ackie, and more!
Kevin J Walsh Spills Secrets on ‘The Instigators’ at Premiere
Talk with Kevin J Walsh about the new movie “The Instigators” and working with Doug Liman, Matt Damon, Casey Affleck, Hong Chau, and more!
