Movies

As a dedicated cinema enthusiast, I must admit that the ’90s had an exceptional run when it came to horror, churning out classics like the Evil Dead trilogy, Scream, and Night of the Living Dead. Yet, contemporary horrors have managed to carve their own niche in scaring the living daylights out of viewers. In fact, an impressive array of spine-tingling horror films have graced our screens in recent times, such as Smile, Hereditary, and Midsommar, which have left audiences spellbound with their blend of heart-stopping jump scares and deeply unsettling psychological terrors.

2024 TV season’s fall premieres are drawing near, and a significant shift is on the horizon for ABC’s Thursday night programming due to the introduction of Doctor Odyssey. Instead of Station 19, Joshua Jackson’s new show will air on Thursdays, and interestingly enough, it’s stepping into the usual timeslot previously occupied by Grey’s Anatomy. Given the high expectations for this series to succeed, it seems fitting that a fresh promo highlights an ocean crisis similar to the one experienced earlier in 2021 on 9-1-1. Jackson’s character appears to require his “big deck energy” – as per the new series’ slogan – for this maritime role!

Yearly, Disney World launches an affectionate ad campaign to highlight their parks, and this year is no different. The This Is Magic series of advertisements demonstrates the deep connection people maintain towards these Florida theme parks long after their visits. Yet, the most recent episode in this series has ignited a significant discussion among visitors concerning correct behavior during firework displays.

Legendary actor, best known for his portrayals of James Bond, Ramirez in Highlander, and John Patrick Mason in The Rock (1996), Sean Connery left an indelible mark on cinema before his death on October 31, 2020. While he had a prolific career, not all of his work stood the test of time, with some films being outright failures from their inception. Zardoz (1974) serves as a prime example of this duality; some argue it was visionary before its time, while others view it as a self-indulgent production that shouldn’t have been screened at all.

Under the spotlight with two renowned actors taking the lead, the movie “Passengers” debuted worldwide in December 2016. This sci-fi thriller, seasoned with a dash of romance, surpassed box office predictions, earning approximately three times its production cost at global box offices. Penned by Jon Spaihts and directed by Morten Tyldum, the film showcases Jennifer Lawrence as Aurora Lane and Chris Pratt as Jim Preston. Beyond being a typical sci-fi, it delves into topics such as loneliness, the longing for human connection, solitude, and ethical and moral quandaries that arise from isolation.