Movies

As Halloween-themed programming winds down, viewers are gearing up for the upcoming holiday season. On Disney+, this month is a period of transition with minimal new content available. However, it still provides some tantalizing treats: the continuation of the Spanish series “Ayla and The Mirrors,” showcasing Disney’s commitment to a diverse viewer base. Before Thanksgiving arrives, the Green Family from Disney’s “Big City Greens” will be celebrating the holiday in a special episode. Additionally, an original documentary from National Geographic, “Tsunami: Race Against Time,” offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most significant natural disasters in recent history, the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami.

As a devoted admirer, I’m excitedly looking forward to 2024, which, though not officially marking the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live’s 1975 start, signifies the commencement of Season 50 for this iconic NBC show. The upcoming biopic by Jason Reitman and the array of future SNL hosts and musicians promise a nostalgic peek into the past as we cheerfully usher in the future. There are more than a few instances where the past and present seem to intertwine, creating an atmosphere that’s both familiar and fresh.

In the early 2000s, studios recognized the potential of Japanese horror films to appeal to American audiences. Horror enthusiasts were familiar with the works of Hideo Nakata, Takashi Miike, Kiyoshi Kurosawa, and others, but general moviegoers may not have sought out these films for a quick scare. Seizing the opportunity as the horror genre was transforming, DreamWorks Pictures decided to remake Hideo Nakata’s 1998 Japanese horror film, Ringu, specifically for an American audience.

As a movie enthusiast, I can tell you that the gripping drama “Brothers” features me, Josh Brolin, and Peter Dinklage portraying squabbling siblings attempting to break free from their criminal lineage with one last major heist. The raunchy crime comedy boasts an impressive cast of seasoned actors, including Oscar winners Brendan Fraser, Marisa Tomei, Glenn Close (with eight Oscar nominations under her belt), and the late M. Emmet Walsh in one of his final performances. I, Max Barbakow, director who is best recognized for my debut feature “Palm Springs”, shared insights with MovieWeb regarding the film’s challenging path to production and its exclusive streaming debut on Prime Video.

The legendary actor Tom Cruise is a pop-culture staple and one of the most thriving performers to step foot in Hollywood. On the other hand, Disney has been a dominant force in filmmaking since its breakthrough with Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs in 1937. Though Tom Cruise and Disney are both renowned entities, they haven’t collaborated on a project together. However, they share a common thread: their influence extends beyond the screen.