Incoming scoops are reporting that Disney wants to restructure the struggling Star Wars franchise around its original hero, Luke Skywalker. It is fair to say that things are pretty tumultuous at Lucasfilm these days. Along with every other branch of the vast Walt Disney Company (except Pixar, of course), the studio has been struggling to adapt to the modern media environment. The Disney-produced sequel trilogy of films made a huge amount of money and introduced new characters like Rey (Daisy Ridley) and Kylo Ren (Adam Driver), but was hampered by increasingly bloated budgets and fan backlash as the series went on.

Report: Luke Skywalker To Return as ‘Star Wars’ Main Character, Disney Rejects New Series

Star Wars once existed in a galaxy far, far away, but now thanks to Disney, it exists in your own backyard practically. Disney has made Star Wars something it was never intended to be. Over-saturated. The Star Wars films told the stories that fans wanted or needed to know but...

Star Wars doesn't need to appeal to everyone and Disney needs to realize that soon

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A ‘Star Trek’ prequel is gearing up to begin filming! ‘Star Trek: Origins’ is slated to start shooting in London, England, and Los Angeles, California, in December 2024. Toby Haynes is directing the film based on a screenplay by Seth Grahame-Smith. The plot reportedly takes place decades prior to the events in the 2009 ‘Star Trek,’ the first movie in the reboot film series. However, further details are being kept under wraps. J.J. Abrams is on board as a producer.

Star Trek: Origins Starts Filming in London and Los Angeles in December

Star Wars fans are in a tough spot right now, caught between the review-bombing of The Acolyte and the hope that Disney might finally figure out how to handle the galaxy far, far away. Fortunately, the fandom can take refuge in one thing: a remake of The Phantom Menace (1999).

‘Star Wars’ Remake: ‘The Phantom Menace’ Hits YouTube

The infamously temperamental Star Wars fandom has hit The Acolyte hard, and it seems to have spooked Lucasfilm into quietly moving away from the Leslye Headland-created series. Since purchasing Lucasfilm and all its incredibly valuable IP from founder George Lucas in 2012, The Walt Disney Company has found its major...

Lucasfilm Spooked By ‘The Acolyte’ Controversy, Quietly Begins New ‘Star Wars’ Production

Here's everything to know about the potential release of John Wick Chapter 5. John Wick has become an action film phenomenon. Created by Derek Kolstad, the franchise stars Keanu Reeves as a legendary hitman drawn back into the criminal underworld. The franchise started in 2014, has released four films, and...

John Wick Chapter 5 Release, Cast & Everything We Know

Star Wars masks symbolize the dark side's power and influence, as seen in The Acolyte and other series. Masks are used as tools for manipulation and deception by Sith Lords, like Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine. The Acolyte 's Stranger uses his mask and social persona to control and deceive...

Why Is Star Wars So Obsessed With Masks for the Sith?

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

A pilot transports an Air Marshal accompanying a fugitive to trial. As they cross the Alaskan wilderness, tensions soar and trust is tested, as not everyone on board is who they seem. Startattle.com – Flight Risk 2024. Starring : Mark Wahlberg / Michelle Dockery / Topher Grace. Genre :...

Flight Risk (2024 movie) Thriller, trailer, release date, Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery, Topher Grace

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Bucky Barnes is looking a little different.

A Different Man Trailer Features Transformation From Sebastian Stan

Cinema was made for genres like science fiction. Sci-fi is the realm of exotic alien planets, murderous robots trying to take over humanity, and cool technological and scientific concepts that anchor some of the most entertaining gimmicks in film history. One of the best parts about sci-fi is that it lends itself perfectly to spawning long-running movie franchises that usually become pop culture icons with time.

The 10 Best Sci-Fi Movie Franchises, Ranked

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Check out the trailer for A Different Man, an upcoming film starring Sebastian Stan, Renate Reinsve, and Adam Pearson. Aspiring actor Edward undergoes a radical medical procedure to drastically transform his appearance. But his new dream face quickly turns into a nightmare, as he loses out on the role he was born to play and becomes obsessed with reclaiming what was lost.

A Different Man - Official Trailer

If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones, then you may recognize Nathalie Emmanuel. She played Missandei, The Mother of Dragons right hand lady for much of the series until her unceremonious end. Now Emmanuel has see a ton of success since GoT and her newest project is alongside Omar Sy (Lupin) and Sam Worthington (Avatar) in ‘The Killer’ from legendary action director John Woo.

Watch: New Trailer for ‘The Killer’ Starring Nathalie Emmanuel and Omar Sy in Remake of Classic John Woo Action Film from Universal Pictures

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Caitlin Tan wanted to breed her childhood horse, JP, because she’s been “amazing” — the type of animal any equestrian would be lucky to have once in a lifetime. Having access to coveted bloodlines increased the allure. Via the Miller Ranch, she could pair her 18-year-old mare with a stud descendent of Playboy’s Buck Fever.

Cream of the crop: a cremello foal is born in Wyoming

The HBO Original four-part documentary series Chimp Crazy, produced and directed by filmmaker Eric Goode (Tiger King), will debut on Sunday, August 18 (10:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. New episodes will debut on subsequent Sundays at the same time. Former nurse-turned-exotic...

Chimp Crazy Documentary Is Coming to HBO and Max

Focus Features has released the official trailer for Conclave, the adaptation of the Robert Harris book opening in select theaters on November 1. The film will expand nationwide on November 8. From director Edward Berger (All Quiet on the Western Front), Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and...

Conclave Trailer and Photos Debut

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A Different Man is another challenging and unique movie from A24 coming in 2024. Here is everything you need to know about it.

A Different Man: release date, trailer, cast and everything we know about the Sebastian Stan movie

Prime Video has unveiled the new teaser trailer and photos for Citadel: Diana, the Italian series set within the world of Citadel, and announced that all six episodes of the new spy series produced by Cattleya—part of ITV Studios—and Amazon MGM Studios, and executive produced by the Russo Brothers’ AGBO, will debut exclusively on Prime Video globally on October 10.

Citadel: Diana Teaser and Premiere Date Revealed

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Nathalie Emmanuel and Omar Sy star in the first trailer for The Killer, John Woo’s English-language remake of his 1989 Hong Kong film of the same name.

‘The Killer’ Trailer: Natalie Emmanuel And Omar Sy In English-Language Remake Of His Classic Film

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Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Season 2 Trailer and Key Art

Lucasfilm has revealed the official trailer and key art for the second season of Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. The original animated series will return on...

Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures Season 2 Trailer and Key Art

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