The Matrix Revolutions' Biggest Mistake Was Abandoning What Made The Franchise So Appealing In The First Place

The Matrix Revolutionsbrought the epic sci-fi movie trilogy to its conclusion, and although the film had a thrilling ending, most of the story fell victim to a really confusing choice made by the Wachowskis. Released just six months afterThe Matrix Reloaded, both 2003 movies act as part one and part two of what is essentially one big story - even if1999’sThe Matrixwas what laid the foundation for its next two successors....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 657 words · Dawn Dean

The Real Reason Olivia Benson & Elliot Stabler Can't Be Together In Law & Order (For Now)

There is a reason that theLaw and Orderfranchise is keeping Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay) and Elliot Stabler (Christopher Meloni) apart for the moment. The pair had off-the-charts chemistry when they worked together during the first 12 seasons ofLaw & Order:SVU, but Stabler was married with five children, so it was unlikely anything would ever happen. However,Law & Order: SVU’s Benson and Stabler relationship timelinesuggests that the pair had deeper feelings for one another than they were willing to admit....

June 11, 2025 · 5 min · 981 words · Frank Collins

The Real Reason Why The Umbrella Academy Is Ending With Season 4 Revealed

Lila & Five’s Umbrella Academy Season 4 Relationship & Impact On Diego Explained By Star: “Throws A Spanner In The Works” Summary The Umbrella Academycast members reveal the real reason why the Netflix superhero series ends with season 4. Based on the comic book series by Gerard Way and Gabriel Bá of the same name, the Netflix series is a loose adaptation of the source material that revolves around a group of kids who were adopted by an eccentric billionaire and turned into a super-powered, crime-fighting unit....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 666 words · Erin Brooks

The Red She-Hulk: Marvel Fan is One Step Ahead of The MCU, Bringing Betty Ross' Gamma Form To Live-Action

In Marvel Comics, there are more iterations of theHulkthan fans can count, with the original Green Goliath giving way to multiple different colored brutes over the years who match and sometimes even exceed Bruce Banner’s already seemingly impossible strength, with the crimson-hued Red Hulk andRed She-Hulkfitting that bill perfectly. In a new cosplay featuring Betty Ross’ rageful Hulk persona,Red She-Hulk gets the MCU-ready live-action design she deserves, proving that Marvel needs to give the character an official debut, and soon....

June 11, 2025 · 3 min · 537 words · Bruce Santos

The Switch 2 Game Key Cards Aren't Just A Bad Idea, They're Terrible For Game Preservation

TheNintendo Switch 2Direct was a bit of a mixed bag. While many applauded the far-too-many third-party reveals as well as the plethora of ways Nintendo is innovating on the original Switch’s technology, some were let down by a lack of first-party titles and the ridiculously high cost of the console and its myriad of games. Of course, that level of division was always going to happen to some degree, and for many, launch day will prove to be the defining moment for the console....

June 11, 2025 · 6 min · 1142 words · Dwayne Wilson

The True Story That Inspired In The Heart Of The Sea

The 2015 movie,In The Heart Of The Sea,is inspired by a thrilling true story of survival and bravery. Directed by Ron Howard, the movie explores how the crew of a whaling ship face a grueling battle for survival at sea after their ship is sunk by a whale. The movie is based on the 2000 book,In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whaleship Essex, by Nathaniel Philbrick and explores how the events of the ship’s sinking and the crew’s fight to stay alive inspired the creation of the 1851 novel,Moby-Dick, by Herman Melville....

June 11, 2025 · 8 min · 1562 words · Robert Oconnor

This "Dark Modern Folktale" Already Looks Like One Of 2025's Best Games

Earlier this month, numerous new games were revealed during theXbox2025 Developer Direct that were coming to the Xbox Game Pass. One of these games wasSouth Of Midnight, a new title from Compulsion Games, the developers of titles likeWe Happy FewandContrast. With a unique Gothic art style, engaging & dynamic gameplay, and an incredibly interesting story, this game has caught the attention of many players intrigued by the mystery surrounding this new title....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 716 words · Jennifer Hebert

This 14-Year-Old Mystery Series Was The "New Lost" But Got Unfairly Canceled After Season 1

FlashForwardpresented an alluring premise that drewimmediate comparisons toLost. When a mysterious event causes nearly everyone on Earth to lose consciousness for 137 seconds, only to awaken with visions of their lives six months in the future, the world is left reeling. This global"flashforward"sets the scene for an investigation into the cause and consequences. It’s agreat TV show that re-writes time and reality. FlashFowardwas initially planned for fives seasons. However, a variety of factors including a long hiatusstalled the show’s momentumand its viewership declined, resulting in it getting canceled before its time....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 783 words · Rebekah Robbins

Uglies 2 Can Perfectly Adapt The Book's Darkest Story Thanks To Netflix's Best Casting Choice

Content Warning: This article contains mention of self-harm. Netflix nailed the casting with its version ofUglies, and one actor in particular makes the idea of a sequel movie all the more exciting. The 2024 sci-fi movie is based on the book of the same name by author Scott Westerfeld, who also released the sequelsPrettiesandSpecials. As of now, it’s unclear whether Netflix will continue to adapt this novel series or ifUglieswill be the last to make it to the screen....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 667 words · Brett Davis

Wait, Who Is The Doctor In Kraven Behind Chameleon's Powers & Is It A Secret Sinister Six Reference?

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Kraven the Hunter. Kraven the Hunterintroduced several villains alongside Kraven, with the Chameleon playing a key role, but there remains a question about whom the mysterious doctor in New York could be.Kraven the Hunterintroduced the complex and dark history of the Kravinoff family, with Nikolai,played by Russell Crowe, standing as the harsh and abusive head of the family. Meanwhile, his oldest son, Sergei, was in a prime position to take over his criminal empire, but he rejected it in favor of running away and forging his own path....

June 11, 2025 · 6 min · 1201 words · Bonnie Perry

Walking Dead: How Negan's First Words to Carl Expose the Comic's Biggest Difference From the Show

Fans ofThe Walking Deadcomic book series appreciate the television adaptation’s relatively faithful depiction of the story – yet there are,of course, some major differences,and Negan’s first words to Carl in the comic highlight the sharpest divides.While the TV series generally stayed true to the comic, there are notable moments where the balance between adhering to the source material and introducing new elements becomes particularly significant. The Walking Dead Deluxe#100 – written by Robert Kirkman, with art by Charlie Adlard – revisits the pivotal first interaction between the two characters, one that foreshadowed Carl’s future in the series, offering one of the most striking examples of the profound influence Carl Grimes had on the overall narrative of the comic, which was ultimately not the case in the series....

June 11, 2025 · 5 min · 1004 words · Mr. John Peterson

Welcome To Plathville’s Micah Plath Introduces New Girlfriend To Major Backlash With A Humblebrag About His Influence

Summary Welcome To Plathvillestar Micah Plath introduced his new girlfriend Veronica Peters on the series in its most recent episode, but wasmet with major backlash from fans about a humblebrag he shared about his influence. Micah, whose family has been the subject ofWelcome To Plathvillefor the last several years, is one of the older adult sons in the Plath family. Having moved to Florida to be with his new girlfriend, Veronica, he’s been sharing more about his relationship on screen....

June 11, 2025 · 3 min · 605 words · Brad Sparks

Who Is George Schenck? NCIS Season 22's Tribute Explained

During its marathon run on TV,NCISrequired many people to make the series the success it is, and the series paid tribute to one of those people during its October 14 season 22 premiere. When the police procedural aired theopening ofNCISseason 22, it featured a tribute to George Schenck, causing many to wonder who the man was. To those who worked on the show for years, since its earliest days, Schenck was a dear friend and colleague, which warranted memorializing his contributions to the series and his passing....

June 11, 2025 · 4 min · 795 words · Chase Espinoza