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Preparations are underway for audiences to revisit the captivating world of Dune as the spin-off series “Dune: Prophecy” unfolds. Set 10,000 years prior to the events of Dune and the birth of Paul Atreides (played by Timothée Chalamet), this series delves into the origins of the Bene Gesserit order. Inspired by Frank Herbert’s novels, Denis Villeneuve’s film focuses on the narrative of the Kwisatz Haderach, a powerful being destined to guide humanity towards a superior path or paradise. This enigmatic figure has long been pursued by the sisterhood and represents the culmination of 10,000 years of careful manipulation of bloodlines as they strove to bring forth this Messiah. However, despite the meticulous planning and intervention from Lady Jessica (played by Rebecca Ferguson), this male Reverend Mother appears a generation ahead of schedule, disrupting the intricate plans of the Bene Gesserit.

After a long wait, the 2002 sequel to “Interview with the Vampire” (1994), titled “Queen of the Damned”, starring Aaliyah and Stuart Townsend, has gained significant popularity. Currently streaming for free on Tubi, it’s now among the top-watched films in the US, ranking as high as No. 9 for the week. Despite being released over 20 years ago, “Queen of the Damned” has managed to maintain a strong presence. It seems many initially overlooked director Michael Rymer’s film, but its enduring appeal suggests it deserves more recognition.

The beloved franchise known as Scooby-Doo was introduced in 1969 by creators Joe Ruby and Ken Spears through their animated series, “Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!”. Over the years, this franchise has captivated multiple generations of fans with its storyline about a timid dog teaming up with his human companions to solve mysteries. Inevitably, other creators found inspiration in this success and produced similar shows in the 1970s. While many of these imitations were well-made, they failed to capture the unique charm of Scooby-Doo, eventually fading into obscurity.

Coralie Fargeat’s 2024 film titled “The Substance” has been one of the most buzzed-about horror films this year, with critics praising its bold style, graphic depictions of body horror, and fearless performances from Demi Moore and Margaret Qualley. Though this is her foray into English-language cinema and working with Hollywood stars and larger budgets, her debut French-language feature film shares many of the distinctive elements that made “The Substance” noteworthy.

Audemars Piguet is hinting on Instagram about a new artistic collaboration with Brian Donnelly, also known as KAWS. At this point, specifics are scant, but it appears likely that the Companion character from KAWS’ art will be featured prominently in the upcoming collaborative item.