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Maul – Shadow Lord episode 8 tunnel visions explained: all the references to Maul's Star Wars past
The eighth episode of Maul – Shadow Lord delves into the character's past through a series of visions experienced in a tunnel. These visions reference key events from Maul's history, including his training under Darth Sidious, his confrontation with Obi-Wan Kenobi, the death of his brother Savage Opress on Mandalore, and his connection to Mother Talzin and the Nightsisters.
Anne Hathaway Serius soal Princess Diaries 3: 100 Persen Dikerjakan!
Anne Hathaway has confirmed that "The Princess Diaries 3" is actively in development, with the team working hard to bring the sequel to fruition. While the project is a priority, Hathaway noted that it has not yet received official studio greenlight and is currently focused on perfecting the script to meet fan expectations. She also mentioned that her involvement in "The Devil Wears Prada 2" filming schedule temporarily impacted her ability to focus on the Princess Diaries sequel.
Adegan Sydney Sweeney di The Devil Wears Prada 2 Dibuang
Sydney Sweeney's cameo appearance in The Devil Wears Prada 2 has been cut from the theatrical release. The three-minute scene reportedly featured Sweeney playing herself, being prepped for an event by Emily Charlton. Production cited creative decisions for the removal, though Sweeney's participation was appreciated.
Baby Yoda gets eaten in new Mandalorian and Grogu TV spot
A new TV spot for The Mandalorian and Grogu shows the character Grogu being swallowed by a creature before being spat out. The film, set after The Mandalorian season 3, follows the duo as they join the fight to protect the New Republic. The Mandalorian and Grogu is set to release in theaters on May 22.
Dead by Daylight studio Behaviour Interactive confirms layoffs
Behaviour Interactive, the studio behind Dead by Daylight, has confirmed layoffs due to a decline in demand for mobile and casual external development projects. The company cited the conclusion of remaining engagements and a lack of comparable future opportunities as reasons for parting ways with some employees. This news follows Behaviour's recent acquisition of The Fun Pimps and the closure of its Midwinter Entertainment subsidiary.
Fox thought the first X-Men movie was a "disaster" and didn't think turning a Marvel comic into a movie…
Former Fox Filmed Entertainment chairman Bill Mechanic revealed that the studio considered the first X-Men movie a "disaster" and doubted the viability of adapting Marvel comics into films. Mechanic, who backed the project despite internal pushback, was dismissed from Fox shortly before the movie's release in July 2000.
King of Marvel spoilers Mark Ruffalo is at it again, letting slip that Spider-Man will be "fighting an alien in the…
Actor Mark Ruffalo has hinted that the upcoming Spider-Man movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, will feature the character fighting an alien. While details about Sadie Sink's role remain under wraps, the first trailer has provided some glimpses into Tom Holland's next appearance as the web-slinger.
First clip from The Mandalorian and Grogu released, and it shows Grogu being a menace
Director Jon Favreau released the first full scene from The Mandalorian and Grogu, showing Grogu accidentally firing missiles during a chase. The film, set after The Mandalorian season 3, focuses on the father-son dynamic between Mando and Grogu as they protect the New Republic. The movie is set to release in theaters on May 22.
Jessica Jones has finally returned in Daredevil: Born Again season 2, but I wish she weren't burdened with a tired…
Jessica Jones has returned in Daredevil: Born Again season 2, but the article criticizes the use of a common superhero trope where female characters' powers are inconsistently depicted or diminished. The author argues this trope disproportionately affects women and detracts from Jessica Jones's established strength and agency, despite her past trauma. The piece hopes for better exploration of her abilities in future seasons.
Anime Giant Toei Launches Gaming Division with Toei Games Label
Toei Animation, the studio behind Dragon Ball and One Piece, has launched a new gaming division called Toei Games. This move leverages Toei's extensive intellectual property portfolio and aims to create high-quality games that capture the essence of its beloved anime franchises. The company will focus on leveraging modern game engines like Unreal Engine 5 and Unity to achieve authentic anime art styles, potentially setting new standards for anime game adaptations.
Wild Arms 4 Returns on PS Plus Premium, But Its PS2 Reviews Were Ruthless
Wild Arms 4 is launching on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 via PS Plus Premium, bringing the 2005 JRPG back to modern consoles. Upon its original release, the game received largely negative reviews, with critics citing mediocrity, bugs, and poor design choices, though IGN offered a more positive appraisal. The re-release prompts a look back at its critical reception.
I went hands-on with the worst disguise in all of Star Wars
Disney is releasing a wearable replica of Lando Calrissian's Skiff Guard Helmet from Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The detailed collectible, inspired by Lando's disguise during the rescue of Han Solo, will be available for pre-order on May 4, 2026, for $99.99/£100. The helmet is designed for display, cosplay, or fan events.
The Mandalorian and Grogu director used Apple Vision Pro to preview the film in IMAX
Director Jon Favreau utilized an Apple Vision Pro app to preview the IMAX scope of his upcoming film, The Mandalorian and Grogu, during production. This allowed him to experience the film in its full aspect ratio, similar to being in an IMAX theater. Favreau also expressed more excitement for integrating existing consumer technology like the Apple Vision Pro and Unreal Engine into filmmaking than for AI.
Jon Favreau explains how The Mandalorian and Grogu's unlikely Martin Scorsese cameo came to be
Director Jon Favreau explained how legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese came to voice an alien shopkeeper in the upcoming Star Wars movie, The Mandalorian & Grogu. Favreau, a fan of Scorsese's work, expressed his admiration and slight nervousness around the influential director.
Disney accused of "sequel erasure" after new Star Wars merchandise only covers the original trilogy and…
Disney is facing accusations of "sequel erasure" from Star Wars fans due to a new merchandise release that exclusively features the original and prequel trilogies, omitting The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker. While some fans expressed disappointment, others were indifferent, and director Jon Favreau hinted that future content like Ahsoka season 2 will address the timeline bridging the original and sequel eras.
Disney Lorcana: Wilds Unknown exclusive card reveal - Milo Thatch
Checkpoint Gaming exclusively reveals the Milo Thatch card from the upcoming Disney Lorcana: Wilds Unknown set. This Common card features Milo as a Courageous Explorer with a 3 cost, 4 strength, 3 defense, and 1 Lore, with an ability that grants +1 Lore if two or more cards are discarded during your turn. The Wilds Unknown set will have a pre-release on May 8 and a full launch on May 15.
The original Mandalorian season 4 scripts helped set up Ahsoka season 2, but Jon Favreau had to "start from…
Original scripts for The Mandalorian season 4 were developed by Jon Favreau, which would have heavily linked to Ahsoka season 2. However, plans were retooled to create the film The Mandalorian & Grogu following the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, requiring Favreau to start anew for the movie.
Arc Raiders switches up Expeditions and now skill points are earned from damage dealt, not stash value
Embark Studios is changing the Expedition system for Arc Raiders, shifting from skill points earned via stash value to those earned by dealing damage. This change aims to provide more variety and freedom in how players engage with the 5-day windows, encouraging active gameplay over simple grinding. The new system will launch on April 28th, with catch-up mechanics still tied to stash value for returning players.
Toy Story 5 Pamer Konflik Woody dan Buzz di CinemaCon
Toy Story 5 showcased a clip at CinemaCon depicting a conflict between Woody and Buzz Lightyear over how to address Bonnie's gadget addiction. The film, set to release on June 19, 2026, will see the toys facing competition from a new tablet character named Lilypad, voiced by Greta Lee. Tom Hanks and Tim Allen are returning as Woody and Buzz, respectively.
Ubisoft union workers agree settlement, legal advice for game devs, and is Xbox Game Pass too expensive? - Patch Notes #48
Union workers at the shuttered Ubisoft Halifax studio have reached a confidential settlement. Xbox's new gaming chief, Asha Sharma, reportedly believes Xbox Game Pass has become too expensive. Additionally, the article touches on the winding down of Ludum Dare, a potential Fortnite extraction shooter with Disney characters, Roblox's new age-based accounts, Among Us surpassing one billion downloads, legal advice for game developers regarding generative AI and IP, and the upcoming Playdate Season 3.
