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2022’s “Jurassic World Dominion” raked in more than a billion dollars at the box office, but it’s clear that opinions about this final installment of the recent dinosaur trilogy were strongly divided. With a dismal 29% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes (the lowest in the series), its audience score is significantly higher at 77%, suggesting that the movie remains a topic of discussion, even today. Among those who are still talking about it is star Jeff Goldblum, who has recently defended his role in the film.

When a movie fails to meet fan expectations, they often question what went awry. From Star Wars and Marvel to everything in between, fan theories can quickly spread on social media following the release of a project. This has certainly been the case with Joker: Folie à Deux, which has faced intense criticism and negative word of mouth since its debut last weekend. Although reviews for the original film were divided, many felt that director Todd Phillips had sincere intentions behind his message. However, with the sequel, viewers are trying to decipher the movie’s purpose, with some thinking it aims to criticize toxic fandom. As fans continue discussing what went wrong with Joker 2, Phillips is clarifying his motivations for the film.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 2 finale brought together Sauron (Charlie Vickers) and Galadriel (Morfydd Clark) after spending eight episodes apart, but the final fight scene faced one major hurdle. The latest season featured the Dark Lord manipulating his way through Middle-earth into prominence, culminating in the creation of the titular Rings of Power. During Sauron’s final confrontation with archenemy (and potential love interest), Galadriel, The Rings of Power production had to halt in order to pull off a vital special effect for Vickers’ character.

Showing boldness is required when modifying something that’s generally considered near perfection. The Hills Golf Club, opened by Sir Michael Hill, one of New Zealand’s most prosperous entrepreneurs in 2007, was built with no cost-cutting measures. The clubhouse, a striking combination of glass, aluminum, and concrete, seamlessly fits into its environment while presenting something entirely fresh.

When the buddy movie starring Donald Trump and Roy Cohn, titled The Apprentice, finally hits U.S. cinemas this Friday following a challenging production process, it will be due in part to an individual who has been guiding contentious films since Trump was still climbing the ranks as a New York business magnate.