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Debuting in June 2022, produced by AMC, “Dark Winds” has emerged as one of the most overlooked and exceptional TV dramas to grace our screens recently. This gripping story unfolds against the backdrop of New Mexico’s stunning landscapes, with filming taking place on location. The narrative is set in the 1970s and revolves around Joe Leaphorn (played by Zahn McClarnon), a tenacious Navajo Tribal Police Lieutenant who has deep roots in indigenous culture. Alongside him, undercover FBI Agent Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) delves into a string of intriguing cases in the region.

At D23 on August 9, 2024, Disney unveiled a sneak peek of the trailer for their upcoming film, titled Snow White. This is a reimagining of the classic tale, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Disney’s inaugural animated production. In this new adaptation, Rachel Zegler from West Side Story will embody Snow White, while Gal Gadot, known for her role as Wonder Woman, will portray the Evil Queen. Initially slated for release in March 2024, the film has been pushed back a full year and is now scheduled to premiere in theaters in March 2025.

Although the Bat-Signal could potentially illuminate Gotham’s gloomy skies as of September, Robert Pattinson’s portrayal of the Dark Knight won’t be seen in action on-screen. Regrettably, Matt Reeves’ The Batman character won’t join the fight against Oz (Colin Farrell) in the HBO Original series, The Penguin. In a recent conversation with SFX magazine (as reported by GamesRadar+), showrunner and writer Lauren LeFranc discussed the challenge of excluding such a renowned figure from his own realm. LeFranc expressed this by saying that it was an interesting process to create a world without the iconic character.

Looking at upcoming films in 2024, it’s clear that Glen Powell is rising to fame as one of the most talked-about actors online. Fans have even started using the term “Glen Powell Summer” due to his captivating performances in recent hits like Netflix’s “Hit Man” and “Twisters”. With John Stamos fueling excitement with a recent post, it seems fitting to add more heat to the movie season by stoking the Glen Powell craze even further.

On occasion, some gripping crime series that play out on small screens are both universally acclaimed and adored by fans. Shows like “Bosch: Legacy” and the impactful documentary series “American Murder: Laci Peterson” have captivated audiences and become top trends when they debuted on streaming platforms. While not every show needs to be a critical darling to captivate viewers, it’s significant when these engaging shows receive an exceptional 100% rating on the well-known Rotten Tomatoes aggregator site.