Netflix Utilized Generative AI In Filming "The Eternaut"

Strteaming giant Netflix has admitted during its earnings call last 17 July that it used generative AI to create VFX in "The Eternaut", a Netflix original from Argentina that was released in April 2025. The company's co-CEO Ted Sarandos said that generative AI was specifically used for a VFX shot in the post-apocalyptic drama, but the move is one of several ways Netflix is embracing AI.

According to Sarandos, the creators of "The Eternaut" wanted to include a shot of building collapsing in Buenos Aires, and rather than contract a studio of visual effects artists to create the footage, Netflix used generative AI to create it.

President Trump Is Winning The Battle Against NPR And PBS

U.S. President Donald Trump has secured another win against liberals when he signed an executive order to cut federal funding for National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The two media outlets has been accused of using public funds to promote lefting agenda and publish bias and unfounded articles.

The order, signed last May, directs the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) to "cease Federal funding for NPR and PBS" and also prohibits CPB recipients from using any federal money to support the two organizations. The Trump administration claims the broadcasters have become purveyors of "left-wing propaganda," and accuses them of violating CPB's mandate to remain nonpartisan.

Skydance Will Eliminate All Forms Of DEI Inside New Paramount

As Skydance looks to close its US$ 8 billion merger with Paramount, the David Ellison-led studio made sure that all attempts of discrimination will be purged. They sent new letters to the FCC committing to the appointment of an ombudsman and the elimination of the media giant’s diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

"After consummation of the transaction, New Paramount’s new management will ensure that the company’s array of news and entertainment programming embodies a diversity of viewpoints across the political and ideological spectrum," the company wrote.

Is Adria Arjina The Next Wonder Woman?

Film maker James Gunn is addressing rumors that he is looking into casting Adria Arjona as Wonder Woman in the DC Universe.

In a new interview, the DC Studios co-head was asked about following Arjona on social media, which prompted fans to question if she would take on the superhero role.

"Elio" Is A Movie That Children Doesn't Care About

The twentieth of June marked the opening day of "Elio", Pixar studio’s newest animated feature. According to Variety, that day also marked Pixar’s worst box-office opening ever — US$ 21 million, which pales in comparison to the animation’s budget: US$ 150 million.

Coming just a week after the release of "How to Train Your Dragon", Pixar is competing with another major animation studio: Dreamworks. As "How to Train Your Dragon" is Dreamworks' first live-action remake and highly anticipated, the release garners much more attention than Pixar's newest original. This leads to "Elio" being overshadowed in the box office, as both movies are catered towards a similar audience: families and children.

J.K. Rowling Impressed With Harry Potter Initial Episodes

Famous author J.K. Rowling has given the first few episodes of HBO's upcoming "Harry Potter" series her seal of approval, also sharing that she "worked closely" with the series' writers.

"I read the first two episodes of the forthcoming HBO Harry Potter series and they are SO, SO, SO GOOD!" Rowling shared on X, formerly known as Twitter. She also clarified that she did not write for the series but has "worked closely with the extremely talented writers."

Colorism Is The Norm In Asian Movies Now And Forever

Black actors or black portrayal in movies were not be embraced in the past and many believed will be carried for centuries more in Asian countries, such as China and South Korea. Films like, "The Little Mermaid" and "Black Panther" has proven this recently.

Why? Because countries like China is still one of the most racially homogeneous nations in the world. It’s dominated by one ethnic group, the Han Chinese, which accounts for 92 percent of the population. Together with the fact that the country is highly nationalistic, natives of China haven’t always made it the best at embracing faces that don’t look like theirs.

Harry Potter Series Has Found Its 3 Main Characters

The build up was intense, but after months of global speculation, HBO has officially unveiled the young actors stepping into some of the most iconic roles in literary and cinematic history.

Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout will portray Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley in the highly anticipated television adaptation of J.K. Rowling’s beloved series—bringing a new generation into the heart of the Wizarding World.

How Bad Is The "Gundam: The Witch from Mercury"?

"Gundam: The Witch from Mercury" is a Japanese mecha anime television series and the fifteenth mainline entry in Sunrise's long-running Gundam franchise. The series is directed by both Hiroshi Kobayashi and Ryō Andō and written by Ichirō Ōkouchi, and aired from October 2022 to July 2023.

It was set in a world where numerous companies have advanced into space and constitute a huge economic zone, the story concerns the Mobile Suits known as "GUND-ARMS" ("Gundams" for short), weapons that were developed out of diverted health technology "GUND" which compensates for physical disabilities caused by living in space.

J.K. Rowling Hits Back At Anti-Women Actors

Best seller writer and author J.K. Rowling is not backing down from her opinions on the trans community.

Last week, several "Harry Potter" actors including Eddie Redmayne, Paapa Essiedu and Katie Leung signed a pro-trans open letter after the UK Supreme Court ruled that the terms "woman" and "sex" refer strictly to a biological woman and biological sex.

No Anti-Trans Rhetoric In Harry Potter Series

The chief content officer of HBO Casey Bloys recently appeared on "The Town" podcast and stressed to "Harry Potter" fans that the network's upcoming TV adaptation of J.K. Rowling's literary franchise will not be "infused" with the author's controversial views on the transgender community. Why? Because there are none in the books to begin with.

Both the network and the new "Harry Potter" cast have received backlash for getting into business with Rowling, who continues to post what many believe are transphobic comments on X. She also uses social media to regularly troll her critics and take aim at public figures (such as slamming John Oliver’s comments on trans athletes).

Are There Any Transphobic References In Harry Potter Movies And Books?

After three months of rereading and rewatching the Harry Potter books and movies, there are no clear indication of any transphobic references. Trans people aren't mentioned at all. It's that simple.

There are a couple of scenes in the movies where someone uses Polyjuice Potion to temporarily masquerade as a person of a different sex, like Crabbe and Goyle disguising themselves as girls in "Half-Blood Prince" or Fleur and Hermione becoming Harry in "Deathly Hallows", but nobody really seems to think there is anything particularly off-putting about this.

Terrence Howard Will Never Kiss A Man On Screen

Terrence Howard has very strict conditions when making a movie or acting in one. He revealed the line that he refuses to cross when it comes to his choosing roles.

"The Empire" actor divulged the info while telling "Club Random" host Bill Maher about the "biggest mistake" he ever made in his career. The story began with Motown pioneer Smokey Robinson, who Howard claims invited him to dinner years ago because "he wanted me to play his life" in a movie.

Is Johnny Depp Reprising His "Captain Jack Sparrow" Role?

Fans of Captain Jack Sparrow are excited to hear that the chatacter may sail the high seas again.

The U.K. website Express reported that the bosses at Disney, which made the five previous "Pirates in the Carribean" films, are getting ready to greenlight the project, quoted a senior executive who said "It's very close to being a done deal."

Pixar Announced that "Incredibles 3" is Happening

The year was 2004 when superhero movies were starting to become all the rage thanks to "Blade", "X-Men", "Spider-Man" and more, Pixar dipped its toes into the genre for "The Incredibles", which followed the Parr Family being forced into action at a time when costumed crimefighters are banned.

Foourteen years later, "Incredibles 2" reunited the public with Bob, Helen, Violet, Dash, JackJack and Bob’s buddy Frozone, and now word’s come in that viewers will get to spend time with these characters once again in "Incredibles 3".

Death Dominate The Trailer Of "28 Years Later"

The latest trailer for Danny Boyle’s upcoming "28 Years Later" is now available. Previously shown to exhibition during Sony’s CinemaCon presentation earlier this month, the new look offers more insight into what's in store for the next installment of the zombie thriller franchise.

Written by Alex Garland and starring Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jack O’Connell, Alfie Williams and Ralph Fiennes, the story picks up nearly three decades after the rage virus escaped a biological weapons laboratory in "28 Days Later". Now, still in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine, some have found ways to exist amidst the infected.

Jason Momoa Has A Message To The Fans Of Minecraft Movie

There were many critics that are doubtful about the chances of video game movie adaptations. This is understandable since historically being, well, not that satisfying, but we seem to be in a new day and age where audiences are more likely than ever to really love the result when these properties come to the big (or small) screen.

Such has been the case for "A Minecraft Movie", which (despite split critical reviews) has dominated the box office since becoming part of the 2025 movie releases on 4 April. Star Jason Momoa has now sent a sweet message to fans after the film’s success.

"A Letter To David" Premiered At The Berlin Film Festival

The Berlin film festival premiered a documentary about an Israeli hostage held by Hamas last 14 February as it seeks to move on from controversy over its stance on Gaza at last year's edition.

"A Letter to David" by Israeli filmmaker Tom Shoval is a tribute to David Cunio, who was taken by Palestinian militant group Hamas from the Nir Oz kibbutz on 7 October 2023, and is still being held hostage in Gaza.

Ne Zha 2 Breaking The US$ 1 Billion Record

The Chinese animated blockbuster "Ne Zha 2" has just shattered box office records by becoming the first film in history to surpass US$ 1 billion in a single market.

The film has grossed over 7 billion yuan (approximately US$ 1.1 billion) in China within just 11 days of its release on 29 January 2025 — the first day of the Lunar New Year. This milestone cements "Ne Zha 2" as the highest-grossing film in Chinese history and marks a significant moment for the country’s rapidly growing film industry.

The Real Reason "The Acolyte" Got Cancelled

Why was "The Acolyte" Season 2 got cancelled? That's is the question that has been deprived of a direct answer. It should be clear by now that the show has an awful script, bad story, cringy lines and very expensive to make. All of this combined resulted in small viewership. It is plain and simple.

Nobody really believes that some of the actors involved with the show were surprised by this development. Any actor who is worth their craft should know by now that the show is a disappointment. They should not be surprised anymore.