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Christopher Nolan has hailed ‘Dune: Part Two’ as a “remarkable piece of work”.The blockbuster - which is an adaptation of the second half of author Frank Herbert’s 1965 sci-fi book of the same name - garnered plenty of critical praise when it released in March, and now Nolan, 54, has weighed in to the discussion, dubbing the movie as a “miraculous job of adaptation”.Appearing at a recent DGA (Director's Guild of America) panel for ‘Dune: Part two’ alongside the film’s creator Denis Villeneuve, the ‘Oppenheimer’ filmmaker said: “Taking the second half and making an incredible conclusion to the story […] What a remarkable piece of work.” ‘The Dark Knight’ director compared Villeneuve’s second ‘Dune’ instalment to that of ‘Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back’, which he said was his “favourite” in George Lucas’ sci-fi franchise.Nolan continued: “If, to me, ‘Dune’ was like ‘Star Wars...

Tom Holland and Zendaya are hitting the town for a date night adventure!

On Sunday night (November 24), the 28-year-old Uncharted actor took to his Instagram Story to document their night out in Boston, Mass. as they went out “in the wild” to drink his non-alcoholic beer Bero at a bar.

Tom then shared a photo of the bar Foxhole’s logo before sharing a video of himself sipping the beer as Zendaya, 28, said from behind the camera, “First one in the wild, baby!”

Keep reading to find out more…The Spider-Man actor also shared a photo sitting at a table with a Bero can in front of him while a makeup-free Zendaya has a big smile on her face and two thumbs up with a pint of beer in front of her.

Tom captioned the Story with “...

Well, if you have been keeping tabs on all the recent rumors and were thinking that Troy Baker’s involvement in Naughty Dog’s new project could only mean The Last of Us Part 3, you might want to take a seat. According to the latest reports, it’s true that Baker will be working with the studio again, but not in the way many fans were hoping.

Fans are excited to see what Baker will take part in. | Image Credit: Naughty Dog

However, instead of playing Joel Miller in The Last of Us 3, Baker’s next role seems to be attached to a whole new project directed by Neil Druckmann. While fans might have been hoping for the return of their favorite survivor, this news could be a bit of a gut punch for those who still hope to see Joel in another chapter in The Last of Us saga.

Remember the last time you started an epic single-player game, only to have it sit in your backlog months later, that final mission forever untouched? Well, you’re not alone. In fact, according to former Naughty Dog creative director Amy Hennig, this might be a bigger problem than we realize.

Amy Hennig, the mother of the Uncharted franchise. | Image Credit: @Sonaratv/Wikimedia Commons

The veteran developer behind the Uncharted series has some strong opinions about how modern games like Red Dead Redemption and God of War approach storytelling. And let’s just say, she’s not exactly thrilled about the fact that most of us never see how these epic tales end.

It’s a bit like buying a movie ticket and walking out halfway through, or picking up a book you’ll never finish. Except in this case, we’re talking about games that cost millions to make and...

The gaming industry has seen its fair share of high-profile departures, but few have sparked as much speculation and controversy as Amy Hennig’s exit from Naughty Dog in 2014. The creative force behind the Uncharted series left the studio under mysterious circumstances, taking with her nearly eight months of work on Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End.

Amy Hennig, the mother of the Uncharted franchise. | Image Credit: @Sonaratv/Wikimedia Commons

While Hennig has consistently maintained a diplomatic stance about her departure, citing only “creative differences,” her rare comments about her final days at the studio paint a picture of an increasingly demanding environment. In a revealing 2019 interview, she opened up about the toll that game development was taking on developers, though she carefully avoided pointing fingers.

The Fiasco That Was Hennig’s Naughty Dog Exit

When news broke of Amy Hennig‘s departure, the industry was stunned. Here was the...

Faith is a tricky subject and it gets even trickier when talked about in a public platform. Many actors have shied away from discussing religion publicly in order to not alienate any of their fan bases, but not Denzel Washington.

The Gladiator II star has been vocal about his faith and the impact religion had on his personal life and career for a long time now. Washington emphasized curating a strong bond with the heavenly being on several occasions but his recent statement might hurt some sentiments. The Malcolm X actor said that people in Hollywood did not like talking about religion and his views burned a lot of bridges. Atheists may not like to hear this, but according to the actor religious stars did not earn major accolades.

Religion can keep actors from receiving Oscars? Denzel Washington in Training Day | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

Denzel Washington initially started his...

Uncharted is a video game series widely appreciated by gamers, especially those who have owned a PlayStation console since the PS3. The series creator, Amy Hennig, is considered a trailblazer in the video game industry.

Uncharted 3, contained a tease of the arguably the biggest Naughty Dog IP. | Image Credits: Sony Interactive Entertainment.

In a recent interview, the creator spoke about how Naughty Dog fostered a culture of creative freedom for video game directors. A case in point was a minute detail from a game in the series that was a nod to another hit Naughty Dog franchise.

Amy Hennig Talks About The Last of Us Tease in Uncharted 3 The deadly fungus that starts it all in Naughty Dog’s survival horror game was first referenced in a newspaper found in Drake’s Deception. | Image Credits: Sony Interactive Entertainment.

Naughty Dog’s action-adventure video game series led by Nathan Drake had...

The Uncharted series is one of gaming’s most iconic franchises, and Amy Hennig has been at the helm of this success. For a franchise that would become similar to Tomb Raider at the time, the decision to make Nathan Drake the protagonist wasn’t random. It was a choice shaped by the industry’s dynamics and cultural influences.

Amy Hennig with Troy Baker and Nolan North. Image Credit: @CouchSoup on YouTube

As the creative mind behind the iconic game, Hennig explained why the lead character couldn’t be female. And it’s not what many might assume. The decision had nothing to do with avoiding controversy or being “anti-woke.” It was simply to not be a “Dude Raider.”

Amy Hennig Was Always Thinking 2 Steps Ahead

During Uncharted‘s development, comparisons to Tomb Raider were inevitable. Hennig and her team wanted to carve out their unique space in the adventure genre,...

We have apparently seen the end of the Indiana Jones franchise, as Harrison Ford has stated that The Dial Of Destiny is the last time he’ll don the fedora and whip. Well, it will be the action and adventure franchise’s end unless Disney decides to squeeze every last drop they can out of it, which is never out of the question. Film fans always need something else to fill in their viewing void, so what are the best adventure movies like Indiana Jones for fans of the Indiana Jones series to check out?

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T​his is oddly a full-circle film when it comes to Indiana Jones. Uncharted is based on the video game of the same name, which was admittedly based on the Indiana Jones films. Nathan Drake (played by Tom Holland) teams up with a seasoned treasure hunter in Sully (Mark Wahlberg) to find a...

Amy Hennig is considered to be a pioneer figure in the world of gaming as she has completely redefined the way people perceived women in video games and changed the narrative of the industry.

Amy Hennig has worked really hard to redefine female representation in video games. Image Credit: @Sonaratv/Wikimedia Commons

In the 20th century, video games were mostly made by men that catered to a limited audience comprised of just teenage boys. But things slowly began to change once Hennig picked up a pen and redefined people’s outlook towards the gaming industry.

Amy Hennig Had To Endure A Lot During The Development of Uncharted Uncharted 2 had two strong female characters that hugely contributed to the story. Image Credit: Naughty Dog

Amy Hennig was a film and literature student who had a keen interest in the audio-visual medium. She wanted to make films at the time but was...

The Hollywood star Zendaya is a devoted dog parent and has recently shared that side of her while gushing about her pet dog Noon. The 9-year-old miniature schnauzer accompanied his superstar mom for her recent Vanity Fair Hollywood Issue interview.

Tom Holland and Zendaya | Credit: Marvel Studios

In the interview, the Dune star opened up about her bond with her “forever puppy,” whom she fondly refers to as her “kid.” She also joked about her obsession with Noon, admitting that her beloved dog adores her famous boyfriend, Tom Holland, even more than her.

Zendaya Opened Up About Her Pet Dog’s Adorable Bond With Tom Holland

In her recent interview with Vanity Fair, Zendaya opened up about her secret obsession with her 9-year-old pet dog, Noon, who’s been beside her since he was a puppy and has become a source of happiness and joy for the actress.

Zendaya with her pet dog,...

If there’s ever been a controversial franchise for Sony, that would be Horizon. Though Alloy’s outings have received near-universal praise from critics and fans, for some reason, Horizon Zero Dawn and its sequel, Horizon Forbidden West, can’t seem to break the same glass ceiling as God of War, Uncharted, The Last of Us, or other […]

Same Game, Better Graphics. Is Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Just a Cash Grab? Written by Tito Pernalete for Fortress of Solitude...

Zendaya and Tom Holland are enjoying a day out!

The cute couple took her dog for a walk around a park on Friday afternoon (November 8) in Boston, Mass.

For their outing, the 28-year-old Challengers actress wore a black and white striped sweater with black pants while the 28-year-old Uncharted actor wore a green shirt and tan pants.

During their walk, Zendaya stopped to sit on a bench and snapped a few photos of Tom.

Tom and Zendaya are currently in Boston as she films her new movie The Drama with co-star Robert Pattinson.

Earlier that day, it was announced that Zendaya and this Oscar-winning actress will be starring alongside Tom and Matt Damon in Christopher Nolan‘s next movie!

In a recent interview, Tom shared the sweet reason why he Googles Zendaya.

Click through the gallery inside for 10+ pictures of Tom Holland and Zendaya walking around Boston…...

The gaming industry is no stranger to behind-the-scenes drama, but few controversies have sparked as much debate as the internal shake-ups at Naughty Dog during the transition between The Last of Us and Uncharted 4. While the studio has delivered hit after hit, the path to success hasn’t always been smooth sailing.

A scene from Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End. | Image Credit: Naughty Dog

A Hollywood writer’s previous candid interview about his scrapped vision for the Uncharted movie has reignited discussions about one of gaming’s most contentious periods. His words not only shed light on what could have been but also stirred up old controversies about creative ownership and studio politics.

When Hollywood Met Naughty Dog

Back in 2016, when the Uncharted movie was still in its early stages, Hollywood writer Joe Carnahan had a different vision for Nathan Drake’s big-screen debut. His R-rated take on the...

In a global movie marketplace, films can be banned from select countries for split-second moments. Disney's live-action 2017 adaptation of "Beauty and the Beast," for example, was restricted from playing in both Kuwait and a city in Alabama due to a blink-and-you'll-miss-it shot of two men dancing, while Pixar's "Lightyear" ended up banned in 14 countries due to a shot of two women sharing a brief, chaste queer kiss. Institutional homophobia unfortunately isn't new or surprising, but plenty of movies have also been banned for other reasons ranging from depictions of time travel (in the case of "Back to the Future") to "The Da Vinci Code" and its exploration of Christian apocrypha.

What's ban-worthy in one country may not even be noticeable in another, as is the case with the prop choice that led to the Tom Holland-starring "Uncharted" being banned in Vietnam and the Philippines. Ruben Fleischer's adaptation...

A TV adaptation of EA’s best-selling sci-fi video game franchise “Mass Effect” is in the works at Amazon MGM Studios.

The project will be written and executive produced by Daniel Casey. Other executive producers include Karim Zreik under his Cedar Tree Productions banner’s overall deal, Ari Arad and EA’s Michael Gamble.

News of the TV series was first revealed back in 2021, but there had been no updates since then. There have also been various failed attempts to adapt the game into a feature film. Specific plot details for the upcoming series have not been disclosed.

The video game franchise depicts a distant future where humanity and several alien civilizations have colonized the galaxy using technology left behind by advanced precursor civilizations.

The first three games in the triology follow Commander Shepard, who attemps to save the Milky Way Galaxy from a race of ancient, hibernating machines known as the Reapers.

According to Variety, Amazon MGM Studios is gearing up to create a TV series based on the beloved video game ‘Mass Effect,’ with Daniel Casey taking the lead as writer and executive producer.

Alongside Casey, Karim Zreik, Ari Arad, and Michael Gamble from EA will also serve as executive producers, under Zreik’s Cedar Tree Productions.

Although the full details of the plot are not public, excitement is building around this new venture.

Previously, in 2021, there were talks about Amazon potentially exploring a series adaptation, but updates have been scarce until now.

The video game series debuted in 2007 and received high praise, eventually expanding into novels, comics, an animated film, and more.

The original ‘Mass Effect’ games focus on Commander Shepard’s mission to save humanity from a menacing alien race known as the Reapers.

The narrative continues to evolve, with new characters and settings introduced in later games, including...

A “Mass Effect” TV series is officially in development at Amazon MGM Studios, Variety has learned exclusively.

Daniel Casey is set to write and executive produce the adaptation. Karim Zreik will executive produce under his Cedar Tree Productions banner, with Ari Arad and EA’s Michael Gamble also executive producing. Cedar Tree is currently under an overall deal at Amazon MGM Studios.

Exact plot details are being kept under wraps.

It was previously reported in 2021 that Amazon was in negotiations to develop a “Mass Effect” TV series, but there have been no updates on the project until now. There had also been various attempts to develop a feature film based on the games but the project never materialized.

The first “Mass Effect” game launched to rave reviews in 2007. Since then, there have been three more games in the main series, with “Mass Effect: Andromeda” debuting in 2017. There have also been...

Amy Hennig has made one of the biggest marks on the video game industry with her narrative genius and storytelling. Known for her groundbreaking work on Uncharted, Hennig took inspiration from classic cinema franchises like Star Wars, which she encountered as a young girl in 1977.

Image Credit: @CouchSoup on YouTube

Her journey from a film student to a pioneer in video games reflects her passion for storytelling and her belief in games. And this belief shines through in her work with the Uncharted series. She can take her Star Wars inspiration even further now with her upcoming project with the franchise.

Even Amy Hennig Couldn’t Escape The Cultural Impact Of George Lucas

According to her interview with The LA Times Hennig’s childhood in the 1970s was marked by three cultural milestones. Star Wars, the release of the Atari 2600, and Dungeons & Dragons. The impact of the franchise on...

Over the years, Amy Hennig has won numerous accolades for her work creating video games, including the Uncharted series and the Legacy of Kain games. The stories and characters in those games, despite being “just video games,” were memorable.

Uncharted is regarded as one of the best gaming series of all time. | Credit: Naughty Dog.

She does not, however, consider herself a gaming celebrity. Rather, she makes an effort to be humble when discussing her experience creating video games. That is how he revealed the inspiration behind the Uncharted series.

Doc Savage Was the Inspiration Behind Uncharted Doc Savage is a fictional “competent man” hero who debuted in American pulp magazines in the 1930s and 1940s. | Credit: Doc Savage Supply Co.

Uncharted is regarded as one of the greatest series ever grace the gaming world. When GamesBeat asked the former game writer and director at Naughty Dogs, Ammy Hennig, about...

Familiar faces returned to Poguelandia on Saturday. As the cast and crew of “Outer Banks” celebrated the premiere of Season 4 Part 2 at a fan event in Santa Monica, some of the stars also teased future projects.

Chase Stokes will be seen starring as a U.S. Army tech specialist in the action thriller “Valiant One.” “My character isn’t your traditional soldier,” Stokes told Variety. “He’s somebody who’s working at a desk on a base and gets put into a very unconventional situation for himself. So it’s a little bit of a hero’s journey.”

He discussed the parallels between his “Valiant One” character and Glen Powell’s portrayal of Gary Johnson in “Hit Man.” While both actors play unassuming characters thrust into combat roles, Stokes shared his interest in working in a creative capacity behind the camera as well.

“[Glen Powell] being somebody who was a writer on ‘Hit Man...

Amy Hennig is not a small name in the gaming industry; she is the mind behind many well-received games, most recognizable of them being the Uncharted series; however, the inception of this series is no mere coincidence but the ultimate F-you for not letting her work in Tomb Raider.

Amy Hennig is the genius mind behind Uncharted. Image Credit: Naughty Dog

Nathan Drake was not the first protagonist she has set her mind to work on. It was Lara Croft. Hennig has been regarded as redefining the landscape of cinematic gameplay, and the seed of that began in her journey as a writer quite early on.

Amy Hennig Could Have Been Behind Tomb Raider Hennig wanted to work on Tomb Raider but was denied. Image Credit: Rockstar

Amy Hennig was a part of Crystal Dynamics. A documentary by Noclip revealed excerpts from her life before joining Naughty Dog, including her...

Renowned game director Amy Hennig is often celebrated for her pivotal work on the Uncharted series. But when reflecting on her career in 2019, Hennig revealed that her biggest regret was in a different title, one that predates her Uncharted fame. That game is Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver.

Image Credit: @CouchSoup on YouTube

Despite its acclaim and influence on gaming, she wishes that the Soul Reaver series had been explored further. And her wishes may be soon fulfilled as Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 and 2 are set to get remasters in December 2024. If these are successful, we could potentially have more entries soon after.

Amy Hennig is a Legend Outside of Uncharted Too

Released in 1999, Soul Reaver was the first pioneer of a feature we see in open-world games today. Crystal Dynamics developed a data-streaming system that loaded new parts of the map dynamically as players moved, allowing for a continuous world.

In the high-stakes market that is video game development, few stories are as compelling as the birth of a franchise. But what happens when that birth is fraught with doubt, skepticism, and the looming specter of failure? Enter Amy Hennig, the visionary behind the Uncharted series, who found herself in exactly that position during the early days of Nathan Drake’s adventures.

Not the Ashen God the studio’s higher-ups were hoping for. | Image Credit: Naughty Dog

As we look back on the franchise that redefined action-adventure gaming, it’s hard to imagine a time when Uncharted wasn’t a household name. Yet, as Hennig once revealed in a candid interview, the road to success was anything but smooth.

The Risk of Uncharted Waters at the Time

In a revealing interview with Polygon, Amy Hennig shed light on the tumultuous early days of Uncharted‘s development. The challenges she faced...

Zendaya has made some cool money in her career, beginning as a child artist and then fully transitioning into an acclaimed actress. In 2024, she has an Emmy and a Golden Globe to her name, makes millions per role, and is dating one of the most handsome young men in Hollywood. Her massive net worth is very close to the money her Spider-Man co-star and boyfriend, Tom Holland, makes.

Zendaya and Tom Holland in a still from Spider-Man: No Way Home | Credits: Marvel Studios

Zendaya’s future profile in Hollywood is only going to ascend from this point. She has already earned $10 million for her role in Challengers and is likely to earn a million per episode when HBO returns with Season 3 of Euphoria.

Zendaya’s Net Worth: What Are The Dune Actress’s Earnings From Her Projects? Zendaya in a still from Euphoria | Credits: HBO

Zendaya shared with British Vogue...

When people look back on the Uncharted series for all that it accomplished, they tend to mention its storytelling and unforgettable characters, something that kept improving with each entry in the series.

Nate and Elena trying to escape Hidden island on a Jet Ski – Image Credit: Naughty Dog.

But what if we told you that the story side of things might never have existed in the way it currently does had Amy Hennig, the lead writer for the first three games, simply pursued her career as she had planned?

Uncharted’s Lead Writer Didn’t Initially Wish to Be a Part of the Gaming Industry Nate in Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception – Image Credit: Naughty Dog.

The thing is, Amy’s first love wasn’t gaming but films. Growing up, she always dreamed of making movies and even enrolled in a film school to pursue this dream.

Unfortunately, reality hit...

Amazon MGM Studios’ big $200M Dwayne Johnson and Chris Evans Santa Claus caper movie, Red One, landed on tracking recently and it’s eyeing a $36M opening in U.S./Canada with a chance for upside. The Jake Kasdan directed reteam with Johnson post their Jumanji movies opens on Nov. 15.

Red One was originally green lit for streaming, however, Amazon MGM Studios pivoted to theatrical after the movie tested well. Essentially when it comes to an Amazon MGM Studios deciding to go theatrical on a movie that was originally conceived for streaming, it boils down to whether the studio can cover their domestic P&a costs at the box office. Hence, there’s that confidence with Red One. Warner Bros. has overseas on the Seven Bucks production reteam per their offshore deal with Amazon MGM Studios.

Positive signs are that Red One is not just trending with guys, but Johnson’s female followers as well.

Amy Hennig is at the helm of Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, a new WWII-era game starring Black Panther and Captain America. The gaming industry icon is known for creating the acclaimed Uncharted series and should bring a familiar blend of cinematic storytelling and character-driven action to this project.

Amy Hennig being at the helm is only good news for the game. | Image Credit: Skydance Interactive

The release and potential success of this upcoming title will be a bittersweet reminder of Project Ragtag, the Star Wars game that Hennig was forced to abandon. According to some of the project’s developers, it could have been the “best Star Wars game ever made.”

A Spin On a Star Wars Game Done By Amy Hennig Could’ve Been a Game Changer

Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, developed by Skydance New Media, pairs Captain America with Black Panther in a World War II setting.

Amy Hennig is a well-known name in the gaming industry. She has worked on various popular projects, but undoubtedly, her best and most popular creation was the Uncharted series. Under Visceral Games, Hennig was working on Project Ragtag, a game set in the Star Wars universe. Unfortunately, Visceral Games was shut down, and we never got more of Project Ragtag.

Amy Hennig laid down the foundation of the Uncharted series with Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune (Image via Naughty Dog)

In one of her past interviews, Hennig explained how creating a game based on the Star Wars story was very similar to Uncharted. However, she took a different approach to this one thing that would’ve stirred some debates.

Amy Hennig Decided To Cut Some Villains From Her Star Wars Game Amy Hennig believed that Star Wars and Uncharted shared the same genre (Image via Naughty Dog)

In 2019, Amy Hennig appeared for an interview with Eurogamer.

In the fast-paced world of video game development, it’s easy to forget that the classics we hold dear might not have seen the light of day in today’s market. Case in point: Uncharted, the beloved action-adventure series that put Naughty Dog on the map.

But according to Amy Hennig, the mastermind behind the franchise, pitching a game like Uncharted today would be a tough sell.

Amy Hennig, creator of the Uncharted franchise. | Image Credit: @Sonaratv/Wikimedia Commons

Hennig, who served as the creative director and writer for the first three Uncharted games before her controversial departure from Naughty Dog in 2014, shared some eye-opening insights in a 2019 interview. While her comments may not be recent, they continue to ring true for the gaming industry today.

The Uncharted Formula: A Relic of the Past?

Picture this: you’re a game developer pitching a “finite eight-ish-hour experience” with no multiplayer, no live service elements,...

Tom Holland teased during an interview on “Good Morning America” that he said yes to starring in Christopher Nolan’s next movie without any knowledge of what the project actually is about. Variety confirmed earlier this month that Holland will headline Nolan’s new film alongside Matt Damon. It will mark the Oscar-winning director’s follow-up to “Oppenheimer.”

“All I can say is that I’m incredibly excited,” Holland said about acting for Nolan. “And obviously honored, but that’s all I can say because, to be honest, that’s all I know.”

When the “Good Morning America” hosts asked if Nolan was a director Holland would say yes to “sight unseen,” the actor responded: “100% without a shadow of a doubt.”

“When the opportunity came in, it was the phone call of a lifetime,” Holland added. “It was reminiscent of getting the call about Spider-Man 10 years ago. It’s an amazing thing for me.

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman’s infectious bond gave fans the time of their lives when the duo appeared during Deadpool & Wolverine promotions. Reynolds was already popular for his amazing sense of humor and that coupled with Jackman’s wittiness added fuel to the fire.

However, there may be a new hit friendship in Tinseltown which could potentially surpass the Deadpool & Wolverine pair. Tom Holland and Timothée Chalamet’s lively banter about who’s better looking gave fans a few chuckles, as speculations are that this might be the rise of a new friendship. The Spider-Man: No Way Home actor’s response at being called ‘ultimate rizz master’ by the latter had fans awed at their bond.

The key to a healthy friendship: Humor and Banter

Tom Holland created buzz ever since the actor revealed his upcoming plans for a fourth Spider-Man film. Timothée Chalamet too has given several...

Naughty Dog is known for its linear, story-driven games like The Last of Us and Uncharted. But the studio is reportedly planning a bold change in its next game. According to recent sources, the studio’s upcoming project will embrace more “player freedom,” a concept previously unexplored in Naughty Dog’s repertoire.

Neil Druckmann. | Image Credit: Gage Skidmore/Cc By-sa 2.0/Wikimedia Commons

This change is intriguing, as studio co-president Neil Druckmann has previously expressed admiration for titles like Elden Ring. Naughty Dog’s next game might be one that allows players to explore and uncover stories at their own pace. Whether it’s good is yet to be seen but Naughty Dog has the track record for it.

Naughty Dog Might Be Cooking Up a Miyazaki-like Masterpiece

In a recent MinnMax podcast episode, Ben Hanson, founder of MinnMax, shared some crumbs from an insider who worked on the upcoming Naughty Dog project.

Tom Holland has revealed that the fourth 'Spider-Man' movie will begin filming "next summer".The 28-year-old actor starred as the web-slinger from 2016's 'Captain America: Civil War' until his most recent appearance in 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' three years ago and has confirmed work on the next instalment is underway and will enter production soon.During a recent appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon', the host asked the Marvel star what he knew about the movie, to which Holland simply said: "It’s happening."After Fallon pushed the actor for more information, Holland revealed: "Yeah, next summer. Next summer we start shooting, everything’s good to go, we’re nearly there, super exciting. I can’t wait."While plot details are being kept under wraps, the upcoming flick – which is being directed by 'Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings'...

Remember that iconic Calvin Klein ad from the ‘90s starring Kate Moss and Mark Wahlberg? While it might have been the cat’s meow in the world of fashion advertising, it turns out that not everything is as it seems.

Kate Moss in Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie | Credits: Fox Searchlight Pictures

Indeed, Moss’ experience on that shoot wasn’t a walk in the park. In a candid moment during her appearance on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs, she opened up about the emotional toll the shoot took on her, revealing that she has lingering negative memories of working with Wahlberg.

At just 17, she found herself in the thick of things with the then-21-year-old actor, whom she described as “very macho” and surrounded by a large entourage, emphasizing how the focus was squarely on him.

The Uncomfortable Truth Behind Kate Moss’ Iconic Calvin Klein Shoot

In a 2022 episode...

As per multiple reports, the Tom Holland (Spider-Man: No Way Home; Avengers: Endgame) has landed the lead role in Christopher Nolan's next epic movie, which is scheduled to begin shooting in early 2025, with an eye on a prime Summer 2026 release date. 

The fan-favorite actor was reportedly at the top of Nolan's wish list for this project and will now co-star with Academy Award-winner Matt Damon (Jason Bourne; Ford v Ferrari), who is set to reunite with Nolan for the third time in his career, after the sci-fi thriller Interstellar and last year's Best Picture winner Oppenheimer. 

Plot details on Nolan's latest film are being kept under wraps, but the film is rumored to be an action film and The Hollywood Reporter claims the setting is not present day. However, whether the film is set in the past or in the future remains a mystery. 

According to the trades, Nolan...

As rumours about Christopher Nolan’s next project circulate, Tom Holland is reportedly set to join what is said to be a vampire film.

Surely somebody somewhere is just having fun with us at this point. Another week brings us another ‘leak’ regarding Christopher Nolan’s next project. And given the the British filmmaker’s follow-up to the all-conquering Oppenheimer is so highly-anticipated films, it’s beginning to feel as though the excitement’s being stoked for the amusement of somebody, somewhere.

Regardless of whether we’re all being trolled or not, it’s been fun to follow the increasingly wild rumours regarding Nolan’s secretive next project. First it was rumoured to be a horror. Then it was a said to be a sci-fi espionage movie. Then it was reportedly a helicopter cop flick, with the specifics added to that report lending some credence to the story. Let’s...

A third film in the Marvel Comics-inspired Venom franchise made its way through production last year, shutting down for several months along the way due to the Screen Actors Guild strike. Now the film, titled Venom: The Last Dance, is heading for an October 25th theatrical release – but the first batch of viewers had their chance to see the movie last night, and the reactions that are coming out of that screening are quite positive, with several saying that this is the best movie in the Venom trilogy! Some of the reactions can be seen in the X embeds below.

The first Venom was scripted by Jeff Pinker, Scott Rosenberg, and Kelly Marcel. Ruben Fleischer directed that film, which made $856 million. But then Fleischer turned his focus to making Zombieland: Double Tap and Uncharted – so Andy Serkis took over as director on Venom: Let There Be Carnage. Which was written by Kelly Marcel,...

Laura Fernández Espeso, who took over as CEO of The Mediapro Studio (Tms), in 2020, has taken the Iberian powerhouse global. The group now has 52 offices across 31 countries, and this summer launched operations across the U.S. and Canada. “We’ve opened offices in Los Angeles after operating in Miami and New York over the last few years,” she says, Tms US & Canada fulfills our goal to create, produce, and distribute content in English, intended for audiences all over the world.”

Tms’ English-language credits to date include the Paolo Sorrentino-directed limited series The Young Pope and The New Pope, for HBO/Max, and Nicolas Winding Refn’s family adventure series The Famous Five for the BBC, as well as such features as A Perfect Day, Hunting Ava Bravo, and Mike Leigh’s Hard Truths.

Indie film is where Fernández Espeso got her start in the industry, more than 20 years ago.

Christopher Nolan has added some more mega star power to his next feature. Tom Holland is in talks to star in the feature alongside Matt Damon, IndieWire has learned.

No details on the plot have been revealed just yet or even a title, but there have been rumors that the film is a father-son tale that is also not set in the present day — so it’s possible Nolan has found his father-son pairing, at least.

Universal had no comment.

For what will be his 13th feature, Nolan is returning to Universal Pictures after the near-billion dollar success of the Best Picture-winning “Oppenheimer.” The studio is reportedly eyeing a release date for July 17, 2026, in IMAX, with the hope is that the film will begin shooting in early 2025.

Nolan is writing and directing the film, with him and Emma Thomas producing via their Syncopy banner.

Holland’s schedule is particularly busy,...

Remember Tom Holland? It’s been a while since he’s been in a movie. After bookending Spider-Man: No Way Home with Cherry and Uncharted, followed by The Crowded Room, Holland announced a break from acting in 2023. It was a wise move that gave us time to wonder whether Holland...

Music docs and big-name comedies headline the new releases for the week, but there’s plenty more to watch!

Did everyone have a good weekend? New York Mets and Alabama Crimson Tide supporters might want some space today, as both teams suffered humbling losses that will sting in the minds of fans for quite some time.

Whether your favorite sports team won or lost this weekend, we’re all in the same boat as far as facing the start of the work week is concerned. I’ve compiled a brand-new list of premieres heading to your favorite streaming services this week, and you can check out the selections below!

Monday, Oct. 21 “What We Do in the Shadows” Season 6 Premiere | FX, watch with a three-day free trial of Hulu + Live TV

The hit vampire mockumentary comedy from FX is back for one final season’s worth of episodes, so fans can say their proper good-byes.

This weekly feature is in addition to TVLine’s daily What to Watch listings and our monthly breakdown of What’s on Streaming.

With over 500 scripted shows now airing across broadcast, cable and streaming, it’s easy to forget that a favorite comedy is returning, or that the new “prestige drama” you anticipated is about to debut. So consider this our reminder to set your DVR, order a Season Pass, pop a fresh Memorex into the Vcr… however it is you roll.

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Hidden across comic books, novels, and podcasts lies a deeper story, and in Unknown 9: Awakening, we get our first glimpse of this universe through the eyes of one woman. Developed by Montreal studio Reflector Entertainment and published by Bandai Namco, the game casts us as Haroona, a young woman in 1920s India gifted with magical abilities. Played compellingly by The Witcher’s Anya Chalotra, Haroona is trained to harness mysterious energies called the Fold by her mentor Reika. But when a sinister group called the Ascendants interferes, Haroona finds herself alone on a personal quest for vengeance that soon escalates into a battle to save humanity.

Right away, the influences are clear—from the shadowy cults and opposing sects reminiscent of Assassin’s Creed to exploration that feels like a more mystical take on the Uncharted formula. Yet what sets Unknown 9 apart is Haroona’s unique powers. By stepping into the fold,...

What many don’t realize is that twenty one years ago, in 2003, we got a hidden gem that unofficially is the best Uncharted movie so far and it is called, The Rundown! Video game adaptations often get a skeptical eye, and unfortunately, the official Uncharted film didn’t do much to change that perception.

Dwayne Johnson in The Rundown | Credits: Universal Pictures

This left a lot of people going back to rediscover The Rundown, the unofficial adaptation that actually did justice to the game, and it came out even before the game itself!

Dwayne Johnson Gave Us the Best Uncharted Movie in 2003!

So, how similar is The Rundown to Uncharted? Let’s break it down! The Uncharted video games definitely take a page from the Indiana Jones and Tomb Raider playbook. With its gut-punching action, strong and complex characters, and witty one-liners, one can easily argue that The Rundown likely inspired Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune.

After starring in six MCU movies, Tom Holland is currently gearing up to shoot Avengers: Doomsday, Spider-Man 4, and Avengers: Secret Wars. The wall-crawler's next solo outing is also expected to be the start of a new trilogy.

That's going to keep the actor extremely busy, though we'd imagine he's fine with that after what's proven to be a hit-and-miss break from Marvel with projects like Uncharted and The Crowded Room.

In a new interview, Holland elaborated on how he's been mulling over his future as the wall-crawler and the evolution of his dynamic with both Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures.

"I think the biggest thing that I’m challenged facing right now, which is without a shadow of a doubt the most first-world problem that anyone has ever experienced, is the power of choice and it comes down to Spider-Man," Holland explained. "When I signed my contract for [the first] Spider-Man,...

Just last month, we brought you the very exciting news that Shang-Chi And The Legend Of The Ten Rings helmsman Destin Daniel Cretton is circling the directorial hotseat of the McU's next Spider-Man movie. And now, the webslinger himself, Tom Holland, is sharing more news on the upcoming fourquel — Spidey's first outing since 2021's Spider-Man: No Way Home. During a recent appearance on the Rich Roll podcast, the Uncharted actor revealed that he and his co-star girlfriend Zendaya read a new draft of Spider-Man 4 just a few weeks ago.

“We have a creative and we have a pitch and a draft, which is excellent," shared Holland whilst talking about the progress that's been made on his next Spider-Man outing. "It needs work, but the writers are doing a great job. I read it three weeks ago and it really lit a fire in me,” he continued, "Zendaya and...

Tom Holland and Zendaya have read a draft of the 'Spider-Man 4' script - but it still "needs work".The 28-year-old actor is set to reprise his titular role as the web-slinging superhero in the upcoming Marvel sequel alongside his real-life girlfriend, Zendaya - who plays Peter Parker's girlfriend Mj - and he and the 'Challengers' star, also 28, were "bouncing around the room" with excitement when they read the draft.Appearing on the 'Rich Roll Podcast', Tom noted: "One of the things to bear in mind with Marvel is that your film is a small cog in a large machine. "And that machine has got to keep running. And you need to make sure you can fit into that timeline at the right time to benefit the bigger picture. That's one of the challenges we're facing. The time in which we need to get that done...

Sony and Amazon have reportedly ordered a creative reset of their planned adaptation of God Of War, the PlayStation hack’n’slash videogame series.

Among the various Sony videogame adaptations in the pipeline is a God Of War TV series, charting the adventures of Kratos, a surly warrior who also happens to be a demigod. It’s now being reported, however, that Sony and Amazon have elected to creatively reset all work done so far on that project. As a result, The Wheel Of Time's Rafe Judkins, along with executive producers Hawk Ostby and Mark Fergus have all departed and the God Of War TV project is starting over from scratch.

According to Deadline, several scripts for the first season were done before both Sony and Amazon decided to move in a different creative direction. Development work on the project began back in 2022, and for those of you who are fans of the game,...

Tom Holland had tasted fame at an unprecedented level at a very early age. For the British star, Hollywood was his playground sandbox and movies were his medium of first expression. But with such an exposed world also comes its pitfalls which, in the case of Tinsel Town, often claim a very steep price.

In the years since his Marvel fame, Holland found the price was asking too much of his sanity, peace, and mental health. His function as a celebrity in modern society was getting increasingly demanding, from signing autographs and taking pictures to bearing the brunt of dissenting fans and tabloids who could not comprehend his need to log out of social media.

Tom Holland as Peter Parker/Spider-Man in Spider-Man: No Way Home [Credit: Marvel Studios, Columbia Pictures]

With his year-long break now coming to an end, Tom Holland comes forward with a fresh perspective and a better...