There’s something inherently magical about watching dinosaurs on the big screen. From the moment the first Jurassic Park film roared into theaters in 1993, audiences have been captivated by the blend of science, spectacle, and survival. With Jurassic World Rebirth, director Gareth Edwards (Rogue One, Godzilla) brings a fresh perspective to the long-running franchise—one that … Continue reading Jurassic World Rebirth: A Messy Start, a Thrilling Finish
Spielberg Won’t Retire, Superman Feels Off, and Villeneuve Gets Dragged | HWAD 06.29.25
It’s another loaded episode of Hollywood After Dark, and this one’s got range—from living legends refusing to quit to billion-dollar franchises fumbling their tone. Here’s a breakdown of everything we covered in the June 29th episode: Mark Hamill’s Luke Skywalker Headcanon Hits HardNearly eight years after The Last Jedi, Mark Hamill is still having to … Continue reading Spielberg Won’t Retire, Superman Feels Off, and Villeneuve Gets Dragged | HWAD 06.29.25
James Bond’s Future Looks Shaky—Even With Villeneuve
Denis Villeneuve will direct the next James Bond film under Amazon MGM—but without final cut and only for one movie. With prestige producers onboard and no confirmed Bond actor yet, the future of 007 could go either way.
Transformers Is Back… And So Is Michael Bay
Michael Bay is officially returning to the Transformers franchise with a new film in development at Paramount. After years of declining box office and reboot confusion, the studio hopes Bay’s return will revive its most explosive moneymaker.
James Gunn and Kevin Feige Are Rebooting Their Childhoods
Superman and Fantastic Four are embracing Silver Age nostalgia, but for who? With flying dogs, surprise babies, and '60s throwback vibes, it feels less like a revival and more like two Gen-X creatives working through a midlife crisis—dragging audiences into a version of comic book history they may not even want.
The Clock Is Ticking for Pattinson’s Batman at DC Studios
James Gunn says Batman is his “biggest issue” in building the DCU—but it’s not just creative frustration, it’s a brewing power struggle. With Matt Reeves dragging his feet on The Batman Part II, Gunn is running out of patience and time. And while Superman might kick off this new universe, it’s Batman who really holds it together—and Gunn knows it.
James Gunn Is Half-Right About Why Movies Are Dying
James Gunn says the movie industry is dying because studios keep filming without finished scripts—but that’s only half the story. From improv-heavy classics like Iron Man to the rising cost of a single IMAX ticket, the real problem runs deeper than screenplays. It's about value, spontaneity, and a film culture that's pricing itself into irrelevance.
Alien: Romulus Brought the Terror Back—and I Regret Not Seeing It Sooner
Spoiler Warning: This review contains full plot details, including character deaths, the film’s ending, and how Alien: Romulus connects to the rest of the franchise. If you haven’t seen the movie yet, now’s the time to back out—because we’re going chestburst-deep into this one.
Dan Trachtenberg Just Revived Predator Again—But This Time, It’s Animated
Spoiler Warning: This review contains full spoilers for Predator: Killer of Killers, including major plot details, the anthology structure, and the surprise ending. If you haven’t watched it yet, consider this your official heads-up—because we’re diving deep into why this animated bloodbath absolutely delivers.
IMAX Ghosted Jurassic World: Rebirth — Let’s Talk About Why
Jurassic World: Rebirth is skipping IMAX, and it’s not just a scheduling fluke — it’s a signal. In 2025, if you’re not filming for the format, you’re not getting the format. What used to be a guaranteed spectacle has become a litmus test for effort — and this dino reboot didn’t make the cut.
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