There’s no doubt that with the launch of Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, Microsoft has finally added one of the year’s best exclusives to Xbox. Initially revealed in 2019, the game’s nearly five-year development cycle has helped produce an incredible title that’s destined to go down in gaming history as a worthy sequel to the 2017 original.
Hellblade 2 is described as a cinematic treat, but many have questioned the game’s development. Many people felt like Ninja Theory wasn’t given enough resources and marketing exposure for their upcoming title. That, combined with Microsoft’s recent closing of multiple studios, led many to doubt the studio’s future. However, Ninja Theory’s studio head, Dom Matthews, has squashed all rumors and given us an in-depth look at Xbox’s support for the studio and its future.
Xbox’s Support For Hellblade 2 Has Taken The Game to The Next...
Hellblade 2 is described as a cinematic treat, but many have questioned the game’s development. Many people felt like Ninja Theory wasn’t given enough resources and marketing exposure for their upcoming title. That, combined with Microsoft’s recent closing of multiple studios, led many to doubt the studio’s future. However, Ninja Theory’s studio head, Dom Matthews, has squashed all rumors and given us an in-depth look at Xbox’s support for the studio and its future.
Xbox’s Support For Hellblade 2 Has Taken The Game to The Next...
- 5/25/2024
- by Dhruv Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Hellblade 2 launched on May 21st with huge success, both PC and Xbox players were enjoying the continuation of Senua’s Story. The graphics and the engaging gameplay went above and beyond to impress the players. However, there are some ups and downs within the community following the game’s release.
Hellblade 2 met with many controversies before and after its release. Some were driven by the game’s story telling and gameplay being very slow, while some emerged after fans saw an interview with Ninja Theory Studio Head Dom Matthews as a special guest.
Xbox’s Silent Marketing for Hellblade 2
Hellblade 2 was a success | Ninja Theory
Before the release of Hellblade 2, many fans of the series were speculating and theorizing why there is no ad campaign for the game when it is so close to launch. The theory converted into a controversy when YouTube channel Kinda Funny Games interviewed Dom Matthews,...
Hellblade 2 met with many controversies before and after its release. Some were driven by the game’s story telling and gameplay being very slow, while some emerged after fans saw an interview with Ninja Theory Studio Head Dom Matthews as a special guest.
Xbox’s Silent Marketing for Hellblade 2
Hellblade 2 was a success | Ninja Theory
Before the release of Hellblade 2, many fans of the series were speculating and theorizing why there is no ad campaign for the game when it is so close to launch. The theory converted into a controversy when YouTube channel Kinda Funny Games interviewed Dom Matthews,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Shubham Chaurasia
- FandomWire
What is the best Australian movie ever made? Walkabout? Wake in Fright? The Piano? Picnic at Hanging Rock? The Babadook? All worthy contenders, no doubt, but they’re all wrong answers. The only acceptable response regarding the best movie from the Land Down Under is Mad Max, George Miller’s marauding motorist mania that celebrated its 45th anniversary in 2024. Never mind the billion-dollar franchise it spawned, the creative ingenuity and low-budget DIY filmmaking of the original remains one of the most impressive cinematic feats on record.
A true independent movie with a rebellious spirit, Mad Max was made in just 12 weeks for a paltry $350,000 yet went on to gross $185 million worldwide. The film introduced the world to Mel Gibson, who would go on to play the badass road-racing Main Force Patrol officer Max Rockatansky twice more en route to becoming a bona fide Hollywood action star. Now, with the law-enforcing...
A true independent movie with a rebellious spirit, Mad Max was made in just 12 weeks for a paltry $350,000 yet went on to gross $185 million worldwide. The film introduced the world to Mel Gibson, who would go on to play the badass road-racing Main Force Patrol officer Max Rockatansky twice more en route to becoming a bona fide Hollywood action star. Now, with the law-enforcing...
- 5/22/2024
- by Jake Dee
- JoBlo.com
Ninja Theory’s 2017 hit Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice racked up bucket loads of critical acclaim thanks to its unflinching portrayal of mental illness and how the game’s sound design ingeniously amplified the experience.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, the imminent sequel to the first game, claims to dial it up to 11 with a particular focus on creating an even more intense and immersive soundscape, which has been brought to life with some wickedly clever technology.
Binaural Tech Makes Senua’s Psychosis Feel More Real
Hellblade 2‘s entire soundscape uses binaural tech, instead of just the Furies’ voices | Ninja Theory
The constant presence of auditory hallucinations, embodied as the voices of the Furies, played a central role in immersing players in Senua’s world in the first game. The key to this was the use of binaural audio, a recording technique that replicates natural human hearing, allowing players to feel directly inside Senua’s head,...
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, the imminent sequel to the first game, claims to dial it up to 11 with a particular focus on creating an even more intense and immersive soundscape, which has been brought to life with some wickedly clever technology.
Binaural Tech Makes Senua’s Psychosis Feel More Real
Hellblade 2‘s entire soundscape uses binaural tech, instead of just the Furies’ voices | Ninja Theory
The constant presence of auditory hallucinations, embodied as the voices of the Furies, played a central role in immersing players in Senua’s world in the first game. The key to this was the use of binaural audio, a recording technique that replicates natural human hearing, allowing players to feel directly inside Senua’s head,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
The gaming community is very excited about the release of Ninja Theory’s latest game, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II. Compared to its sequel, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice (2017), the second game is a massive upgrade. A lot of elements have been improved or added but there is something that Ninja Theory primarily focused on since day one: the combat.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
In a recent interview, Ninja Theory Studio Head Dom Matthews explained how combat plays a key role in storytelling, making combat a part of the narrative. With this, the fighting sequences are expected to be much more engaging. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is coming to Windows and Xbox Series X/S on 21 May 2024.
Ninja Theory focused on combat for Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Combat in Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Ninja Theory Studio Head Dom Matthews recently appeared for an interview with Kinda Funny...
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
In a recent interview, Ninja Theory Studio Head Dom Matthews explained how combat plays a key role in storytelling, making combat a part of the narrative. With this, the fighting sequences are expected to be much more engaging. Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II is coming to Windows and Xbox Series X/S on 21 May 2024.
Ninja Theory focused on combat for Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Combat in Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Ninja Theory Studio Head Dom Matthews recently appeared for an interview with Kinda Funny...
- 5/18/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
The East Coast portion of the 2024 GLAAD Media Awards was marked by two raucous moments at Saturday night’s Manhattan gala — one from Jennifer Lawrence, as she added some cutting, deadpan humor as she presented an achievement award and another when a drag artist and trans activist interrupted the gala’s proceedings to draw attention to the organization’s ties to Israel and its deadly military campaign in Gaza.
On Saturday at the Hilton hotel in Manhattan, Lawrence took the stage to present the Vito Russo Award to gay country singer Orville Peck. Before speaking of her friendship with Peck, the Oscar winner took a shot at former Vice President Mike Pence, who has been accused of, at one point, supporting gay conversion therapy.
“I love the gay community. In fact, I was in love with a homosexual,” she revealed. “ It was my first love. I tried to convert him for years,...
On Saturday at the Hilton hotel in Manhattan, Lawrence took the stage to present the Vito Russo Award to gay country singer Orville Peck. Before speaking of her friendship with Peck, the Oscar winner took a shot at former Vice President Mike Pence, who has been accused of, at one point, supporting gay conversion therapy.
“I love the gay community. In fact, I was in love with a homosexual,” she revealed. “ It was my first love. I tried to convert him for years,...
- 5/13/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
American Idol judge Katy Perry recently slammed fellow judge Luke Bryan over his comments to a contestant. What did Bryan say that got under Katy’s skin?
American Idol: More Hopefuls Sent Home
As veteran American Idol fans know, no matter how much viewers love certain contestants, there can only be one winner when it’s all said and done. Unfortunately, that means, every week, more fan-favorites will be packing their bags and going home.
This is especially true as this season of American Idol is getting down to the nitty-gritty. In the most recent episode alone, more singers were cut from the competition. When it gets to this stage, the slightest mistake can be the difference between going home or sticking around. So, the margin for error is non-existent.
‘American Idol’ logo/Credit: ABC YouTube Luke Bryan Gives Mia Matthews Harsh Critique
The pressure was on for American Idol performers.
American Idol: More Hopefuls Sent Home
As veteran American Idol fans know, no matter how much viewers love certain contestants, there can only be one winner when it’s all said and done. Unfortunately, that means, every week, more fan-favorites will be packing their bags and going home.
This is especially true as this season of American Idol is getting down to the nitty-gritty. In the most recent episode alone, more singers were cut from the competition. When it gets to this stage, the slightest mistake can be the difference between going home or sticking around. So, the margin for error is non-existent.
‘American Idol’ logo/Credit: ABC YouTube Luke Bryan Gives Mia Matthews Harsh Critique
The pressure was on for American Idol performers.
- 4/29/2024
- by Evan Morgan
- TV Shows Ace
Ninja Theory is gearing up to place its upcoming game Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2. It is a sequel to 2017’s action-adventure Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. Ninja Theory, being a subsidy of Microsoft, will be published by Xbox Game Studios, thus skipping a PlayStation release.
Senua’s Saga Hellblade 2
Hellblade 2 is expected to feature stunning visuals and an immersive story. While the game has been eagerly awaited by fans for quite some time, some players have been upset about one thing. And that is the runtime of the game.
Hellblade 2 has a shorter narrative and runtime
Microsoft, the owner of Ninja Theory, during the January 2024 Xbox Developer Direct revealed that the game would cost $49.99. Besides, they also revealed that the game will not have a physical edition and that it will be of similar length to the predecessor. That implies the latest game will clock in around 9 hours.
The thing that upset fans was,...
Senua’s Saga Hellblade 2
Hellblade 2 is expected to feature stunning visuals and an immersive story. While the game has been eagerly awaited by fans for quite some time, some players have been upset about one thing. And that is the runtime of the game.
Hellblade 2 has a shorter narrative and runtime
Microsoft, the owner of Ninja Theory, during the January 2024 Xbox Developer Direct revealed that the game would cost $49.99. Besides, they also revealed that the game will not have a physical edition and that it will be of similar length to the predecessor. That implies the latest game will clock in around 9 hours.
The thing that upset fans was,...
- 4/28/2024
- by Amarylisa Gonsalves
- FandomWire
It's been a few months since From Season 2 Episode 10 came and went, with an ending so shocking, many fans are still recovering.
Since its debut, From has been nothing short of a thrilling mystery, with a gripping hook and an even better cast to tie everything together.
And while it's not known when the series will be back for its third season (though we do know they are currently filming!), that won't stop me from speculating about what could be in store for us when the series returns!
In case you need a little refresher about where things were left at the end of From Season 2, the mystery music box was finally destroyed by Boyd, and with it, Marielle, Randall, and Julie woke up.
The demise of the music box seemingly set the town right again. The cicada buzzing was no longer heard, and eyes were not rolled into the backs of heads.
Since its debut, From has been nothing short of a thrilling mystery, with a gripping hook and an even better cast to tie everything together.
And while it's not known when the series will be back for its third season (though we do know they are currently filming!), that won't stop me from speculating about what could be in store for us when the series returns!
In case you need a little refresher about where things were left at the end of From Season 2, the mystery music box was finally destroyed by Boyd, and with it, Marielle, Randall, and Julie woke up.
The demise of the music box seemingly set the town right again. The cicada buzzing was no longer heard, and eyes were not rolled into the backs of heads.
- 4/26/2024
- by Whitney Evans
- TVfanatic
Ninja Theory is all geared up for their upcoming game, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II. However, it seems like the gaming community is not hyped for it. Priced at $49.99, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II may seem like a rip-off for gamers since the game has a shorter runtime than its predecessors, and some believe that it will lack the replayability aspect.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
People on social media have started to compare the game to Elden Ring‘s upcoming Dlc, Shadow of the Erdtree, because they fall in the same price bracket and it is safe to say that there is a lot of anticipation for it. In a way, this is an advantage for Ninja Theory as these discussions have slowly put the spotlight on Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II.
Gamers are not excited about Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
As we...
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
People on social media have started to compare the game to Elden Ring‘s upcoming Dlc, Shadow of the Erdtree, because they fall in the same price bracket and it is safe to say that there is a lot of anticipation for it. In a way, this is an advantage for Ninja Theory as these discussions have slowly put the spotlight on Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II.
Gamers are not excited about Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
As we...
- 4/26/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
There is a lot of anticipation for Ninja Theory’s upcoming game, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II, and the process of its making is one of the main reasons behind so much anticipation. The lengths that Ninja Theory went to for this game as well as its predecessor is quite impressive. 2017’s Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice was a good place to start as Ninja Theory has now identified the flaws and made sure that they worked on those elements for the second game.
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
One of these things is the second game’s run time. Dom Matthews, studio head at Ninja Theory, explained that the game would have a shorter narrative as they would like to focus on things that “they care about” and hope players would feel the same. When it was announced that the game would have a runtime of roughly 9 hours, there was...
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II
One of these things is the second game’s run time. Dom Matthews, studio head at Ninja Theory, explained that the game would have a shorter narrative as they would like to focus on things that “they care about” and hope players would feel the same. When it was announced that the game would have a runtime of roughly 9 hours, there was...
- 4/25/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, developer Ninja Theory’s sequel to 2017’s Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, is officially less than a month from release. The upcoming title boasts incredibly lifelike graphics, a new Icelandic setting, a matured Senua, and most importantly, a hard-hitting story.
The studio has previously spoken about dialing up the immersion for the sequel, with the story being a key part of the process. However, the January 2024 Xbox Developer_Direct revealed that it’ll have an 8-hour runtime and cost $50. After 7 years in development, many expected a longer story, but Ninja Theory head Dom Matthews stands by the studio’s decision.
Ninja Theory Fans Want Smaller Games
Matthews finds himself in the camp of gamers who like shorter, more focused experiences.
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice was a short single-player experience that left a big impression on players. In an interview with IGN, Matthews explained why Hellblade 2 is of...
The studio has previously spoken about dialing up the immersion for the sequel, with the story being a key part of the process. However, the January 2024 Xbox Developer_Direct revealed that it’ll have an 8-hour runtime and cost $50. After 7 years in development, many expected a longer story, but Ninja Theory head Dom Matthews stands by the studio’s decision.
Ninja Theory Fans Want Smaller Games
Matthews finds himself in the camp of gamers who like shorter, more focused experiences.
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice was a short single-player experience that left a big impression on players. In an interview with IGN, Matthews explained why Hellblade 2 is of...
- 4/23/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has officially announced this year’s inductees: Mary J. Blige, Cher, Dave Matthews Band, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, and A Tribe Called Quest will join the class of 2024 in the Performer category.
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick, and Norman Whitfield will be presented with the Musical Excellence Award; Alexis Korner, John Mayall, and Big Mama Thornton will receive the Musical Influence Award; and Suzanne de Passe is getting the Ahmet Ertegun Award.
The induction ceremony will be held on October...
Jimmy Buffett, MC5, Dionne Warwick, and Norman Whitfield will be presented with the Musical Excellence Award; Alexis Korner, John Mayall, and Big Mama Thornton will receive the Musical Influence Award; and Suzanne de Passe is getting the Ahmet Ertegun Award.
The induction ceremony will be held on October...
- 4/22/2024
- by Andy Greene
- Rollingstone.com
The 2024 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees were announced tonight on American Idol by Ryan Seacrest and 2022 inductee Lionel Richie.
A Tribe Called Quest, Cher, Foreigner, Dave Matthews Band, Kool & the Gang, Mary J. Blige, Peter Frampton, and Ozzy Osbourne were announced as the performers being inducted.
Jimmy Buffett is set to be recognized for his musical excellence. Other inductees include Dionne Warwick, Norman Whitfield, Alexis Korner, John Mayall, MC5, Suzanne de Passe, and Big Mama Thornton.
Related: ‘American Idol’ Sets Mandisa Tribute Following Death Of Season 5 Contestant
Nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2024 included Cher, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Dave Matthews Band, Eric B. & Rakim, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Jane’s Addiction, Kool & the Gang, Lenny Kravitz, Oasis, Sinead O’Connor, Ozzy Osbourne, Sade and A Tribe Called Quest.
The 2023 inductees included Kate Bush, Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliot, George Michael, Willie Nelson, Rage Against the Machine, and The Spinners.
Richie was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022 alongside Pat Benatar (and Neil Giraldo), Duran Duran, Eminem, Eurythmics (Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart), Carly Simon and Dolly Parton.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, established in 1983, is located in Cleveland, Ohio. Artists become eligible for induction 25 years after the release of their first record. A committee nominates an artist, and “rock experts” evaluate the nominees and vote on the candidates who are inducted.
A Tribe Called Quest, Cher, Foreigner, Dave Matthews Band, Kool & the Gang, Mary J. Blige, Peter Frampton, and Ozzy Osbourne were announced as the performers being inducted.
Jimmy Buffett is set to be recognized for his musical excellence. Other inductees include Dionne Warwick, Norman Whitfield, Alexis Korner, John Mayall, MC5, Suzanne de Passe, and Big Mama Thornton.
Related: ‘American Idol’ Sets Mandisa Tribute Following Death Of Season 5 Contestant
Nominees for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2024 included Cher, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, Dave Matthews Band, Eric B. & Rakim, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, Jane’s Addiction, Kool & the Gang, Lenny Kravitz, Oasis, Sinead O’Connor, Ozzy Osbourne, Sade and A Tribe Called Quest.
The 2023 inductees included Kate Bush, Sheryl Crow, Missy Elliot, George Michael, Willie Nelson, Rage Against the Machine, and The Spinners.
Richie was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022 alongside Pat Benatar (and Neil Giraldo), Duran Duran, Eminem, Eurythmics (Annie Lennox and Dave Stewart), Carly Simon and Dolly Parton.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, established in 1983, is located in Cleveland, Ohio. Artists become eligible for induction 25 years after the release of their first record. A committee nominates an artist, and “rock experts” evaluate the nominees and vote on the candidates who are inducted.
- 4/22/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
It’s only natural for Xbox players to envy the Helldivers 2 craze that’s going on over at the PlayStation and PC sides of gaming, but there’s one upcoming title that could turn things around for Microsoft’s console. Sharing similarities in size with Arrowhead, Ninja Theory is gearing up to release its Hellblade sequel next month, and Senua’s Saga looks nothing short of a cinematic spectacle, improving over a variety of aspects from the first game.
The level of dedication and love for their craft can be clearly seen in relatively smaller studios like Arrowhead and Ninja Theory, and the results are turning out to be extraordinary.
Hellblade 2 Has the Potential to Be Helldivers 2 for Xbox
Ninja Theory’s sequel can continue the trend set earlier this year by Helldivers 2.
Similar to how Arrowhead only had around a hundred people working on Helldivers 2, Ninja Theory head Dom Matthews,...
The level of dedication and love for their craft can be clearly seen in relatively smaller studios like Arrowhead and Ninja Theory, and the results are turning out to be extraordinary.
Hellblade 2 Has the Potential to Be Helldivers 2 for Xbox
Ninja Theory’s sequel can continue the trend set earlier this year by Helldivers 2.
Similar to how Arrowhead only had around a hundred people working on Helldivers 2, Ninja Theory head Dom Matthews,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Osama Farooq
- FandomWire
With 2017’s Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Ninja Theory showed they weren’t afraid to push the boundaries of storytelling and mental health representation. And now, with Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2, they’re pushing them even further.
They’re not just amping up the graphics, but the immersion as well. They want players to feel like they’re right in the middle of the story. Studio head Dom Matthews recently spoke about their philosophy of maximum engrossment in an IGN interview.
Ninja Theory Wants You To Be In Senua’s Sandals
The developers went to Iceland to accurately capture environments for the game.
Matthews says the whole game is built around the idea of immersion. They want players to feel like they’re living Senua’s story, not just controlling it. This means more than just fancy graphics and flamboyant effects – it’s about making a world and characters that you really connect with.
They’re not just amping up the graphics, but the immersion as well. They want players to feel like they’re right in the middle of the story. Studio head Dom Matthews recently spoke about their philosophy of maximum engrossment in an IGN interview.
Ninja Theory Wants You To Be In Senua’s Sandals
The developers went to Iceland to accurately capture environments for the game.
Matthews says the whole game is built around the idea of immersion. They want players to feel like they’re living Senua’s story, not just controlling it. This means more than just fancy graphics and flamboyant effects – it’s about making a world and characters that you really connect with.
- 4/18/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Ninja Theory, the studio behind Senua’s Saga: Hellblade, is a one-of-a-kind studio with a bold blend of Aaa polish and indie spirit. With the impending release of Hellblade 2, the spotlight again turns to this innovative indie studio and its unique approach to game creation.
A recent interview conducted at the studio’s headquarters gives us more info on some of the upcoming title’s behind-the-scenes aspects, as well as the team’s approach to it, this time around.
Ninja Theory Takes Pride In Its Indie Spirit Ahead of Hellblade 2 Release
Hellblade 2 is almost here, and Ninja Theory is taking a pioneering approach to it
In a recent interview with Games Radar, various members of Ninja Theory spoke about the studio’s philosophy and the journey behind the highly anticipated Hellblade sequel.
This is the studio’s first project fully immersed in the Xbox ecosystem since being acquired by Microsoft Gaming six years ago.
A recent interview conducted at the studio’s headquarters gives us more info on some of the upcoming title’s behind-the-scenes aspects, as well as the team’s approach to it, this time around.
Ninja Theory Takes Pride In Its Indie Spirit Ahead of Hellblade 2 Release
Hellblade 2 is almost here, and Ninja Theory is taking a pioneering approach to it
In a recent interview with Games Radar, various members of Ninja Theory spoke about the studio’s philosophy and the journey behind the highly anticipated Hellblade sequel.
This is the studio’s first project fully immersed in the Xbox ecosystem since being acquired by Microsoft Gaming six years ago.
- 4/18/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
VR gaming is still in a nascent state in 2024. There’s not a lot of support from studios for the hardware, and developer Ninja Theory has added to this by confirming they have no plans to add VR to their upcoming game, Senua’s Saga: Hellblade 2.
This may come as a surprise to some, since the first game got a free VR update for PC in 2018, dialing up the psychosis immersion to 11. Studio head Dom Matthews has explained the decision in an interview with PCGamesN.
Hellblade 2 Will Not Support VR… Officially At Least
Even though Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice had a VR mode, its sequel will not.
Matthews was directly asked in the interview if Ninja Theory was planning VR support for Hellblade 2, and he flat-out denied it. While this confirmation might be a bummer for some, all hope isn’t lost yet.
Hellblade 2 is built on Unreal Engine 5, one...
This may come as a surprise to some, since the first game got a free VR update for PC in 2018, dialing up the psychosis immersion to 11. Studio head Dom Matthews has explained the decision in an interview with PCGamesN.
Hellblade 2 Will Not Support VR… Officially At Least
Even though Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice had a VR mode, its sequel will not.
Matthews was directly asked in the interview if Ninja Theory was planning VR support for Hellblade 2, and he flat-out denied it. While this confirmation might be a bummer for some, all hope isn’t lost yet.
Hellblade 2 is built on Unreal Engine 5, one...
- 4/17/2024
- by Viraaj Bhatnagar
- FandomWire
Welcome to this week’s review of Aew’s latest television show, Collision, which brings wrestling back to Saturday nights! We’ve got the commentary team of Matt Menard and Tony Schiavone calling the action, so let’s get into the review!
Match #1: House of Black def. Dante Martin, Action Andretti & Matt Sydal The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Action and Buddy locked up, countering wrist locks on one another. Sydal grabbed a bling tag and cradled Buddy for a two-count. Malakai Black entered the fay but so did Dante Martin, who flipped from the top turnbuckle and crash landed onto Malakai. Black blasted Action with a pump kick. Brody tagged in and bulldozed Andretti. With assistance from Black’s kick, Brody suplexed Action and then flew through the ropes and wiped out all three members of the opposition on the arena floor. Matt Sydal tagged in and...
Match #1: House of Black def. Dante Martin, Action Andretti & Matt Sydal The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Action and Buddy locked up, countering wrist locks on one another. Sydal grabbed a bling tag and cradled Buddy for a two-count. Malakai Black entered the fay but so did Dante Martin, who flipped from the top turnbuckle and crash landed onto Malakai. Black blasted Action with a pump kick. Brody tagged in and bulldozed Andretti. With assistance from Black’s kick, Brody suplexed Action and then flew through the ropes and wiped out all three members of the opposition on the arena floor. Matt Sydal tagged in and...
- 4/16/2024
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
It’s Monday so you know what that means, it’s time for our weekly review of Aew: Rampage! This week’s show was broadcast from the Td Garden in Boston, Ma and featured Excalibur, Chris Jericho and Tony Schiavone on commentary. Now let’s get to the review…
Match #1: Best Friends (Orange Cassidy & Trent) def. The Don Callis Family (Powerhouse Hobbs & Kyle Fletcher) The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Hobbs spiked Orange with a spinebuster, and Trent ran in to break up the pin attempt! Hobbs planted Orange onto the apron repeatedly. Orange dodged a splash from Hobbs. Trent tagged in and drove Fletcher down with double knees. Trent wiped out Hobbs and Fletcher on the floor with a swan dive. Hobbs and Fletcher stunned Trent with a pendulum bomb! Trent fired back with a Ddt on Fletcher. Orange tagged in and connected with a crossbody to...
Match #1: Best Friends (Orange Cassidy & Trent) def. The Don Callis Family (Powerhouse Hobbs & Kyle Fletcher) The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Hobbs spiked Orange with a spinebuster, and Trent ran in to break up the pin attempt! Hobbs planted Orange onto the apron repeatedly. Orange dodged a splash from Hobbs. Trent tagged in and drove Fletcher down with double knees. Trent wiped out Hobbs and Fletcher on the floor with a swan dive. Hobbs and Fletcher stunned Trent with a pendulum bomb! Trent fired back with a Ddt on Fletcher. Orange tagged in and connected with a crossbody to...
- 3/25/2024
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Ksi has been the CEO of Misfits Boxing since 2021, a boxing promotional company that he launched through his partnership with Wasserman Boxing. He further collaborated with Daxn which distributed Ksi’s fight with Logan Paul to come up with various matches starting in 2022. This year’s Series 13 event was held at the Worldwide Stages in Nashville, Tennessee.
Ksi battles Swarmz at the Mf & Dazn: X Series 001 match
Fans who were watching the event on Dazn faced a bizarre situation. During the second round of the fight between Lil Cracra and Yuddy Gang, the venue got evacuated due to an alleged bomb threat for which the police got called, which turned out to be a hoax. Ksi was blown away by the whole situation and called out the swatter on his social media post.
Ksi Threatens Swatter Who Delayed The Misfits Boxing 13 Event Mf & Dazn: X Series 12 featured Ed Matthews vs...
Ksi battles Swarmz at the Mf & Dazn: X Series 001 match
Fans who were watching the event on Dazn faced a bizarre situation. During the second round of the fight between Lil Cracra and Yuddy Gang, the venue got evacuated due to an alleged bomb threat for which the police got called, which turned out to be a hoax. Ksi was blown away by the whole situation and called out the swatter on his social media post.
Ksi Threatens Swatter Who Delayed The Misfits Boxing 13 Event Mf & Dazn: X Series 12 featured Ed Matthews vs...
- 3/24/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
There are few better places than Series Mania’s industry Forum to gauge the mood of the scripted TV industry. For three concentrated days this week, execs from the international TV business gathered in Lille to talk business, scout for shows and to swap ideas.
Screen distills the key conversation points from the 2024 edition.
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The weather was bright this year in Lille, but the conversations were often darker. For many, 2023 was tough because of US strikes, economic uncertainty and a commissioning slowdown. If anything, 2024 is tougher still. The mood among the UK contingent was particularly bleak. “I don...
Screen distills the key conversation points from the 2024 edition.
Survive till 2025
The weather was bright this year in Lille, but the conversations were often darker. For many, 2023 was tough because of US strikes, economic uncertainty and a commissioning slowdown. If anything, 2024 is tougher still. The mood among the UK contingent was particularly bleak. “I don...
- 3/22/2024
- ScreenDaily
Anna Camp and Griffin Matthews have been cast in “You” Season 5 at Netflix as series regulars, Variety has learned exclusively.
The pair are the latest additions to the cast of the popular show’s fifth season, which will also be its final season. It was previously announced that Madeline Brewer would also appear in a series regular role.
Camp will play both Raegan and Maddie Lockwood, twin sisters-in-law to Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley). The characters are described as follows: “Raegan is the cunning, cutthroat CFO of the Lockwood Corp who has her eyes on the throne and will crush any adversary…be them family or not. Maddie, on the other hand, presents as the unserious twin, a thrice-divorced socialite whose job is ‘vaguely PR.’ But make no mistake, a master manipulator lies underneath Maddie’s frivolous façade.”
Matthews will play Teddy Lockwood, described as the “snarky yet loyal brother-in-law of Joe Goldberg.
The pair are the latest additions to the cast of the popular show’s fifth season, which will also be its final season. It was previously announced that Madeline Brewer would also appear in a series regular role.
Camp will play both Raegan and Maddie Lockwood, twin sisters-in-law to Joe Goldberg (Penn Badgley). The characters are described as follows: “Raegan is the cunning, cutthroat CFO of the Lockwood Corp who has her eyes on the throne and will crush any adversary…be them family or not. Maddie, on the other hand, presents as the unserious twin, a thrice-divorced socialite whose job is ‘vaguely PR.’ But make no mistake, a master manipulator lies underneath Maddie’s frivolous façade.”
Matthews will play Teddy Lockwood, described as the “snarky yet loyal brother-in-law of Joe Goldberg.
- 3/20/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
On Saturday Donald Trump told a crowd of supporters in Dayton, Ohio, that a loss in the 2024 election would result in a “bloodbath.” His campaign was quick to claim his warning only applied to the US auto industry, but as former Deputy White House Press Secretary Sarah Matthews, who worked in the Trump administration for 7 months, said, the comment is “a warning call to his supporters he’s telling them kind of marching orders almost.”
Matthews was a guest on “Inside Jen Psaki” Monday night when she was asked about her former boss’ behavior. Psaki and Matthews agreed the comment deserves to be considered carefully—and taken very seriously.
Fmr. Deputy Wh Press Sec. to @jrpsaki on her former boss:
“This is a man who helped incite a deadly insurrection on our nation’s Capitol. So, when he's using terms like ‘blood bath,’ it's really hard for me to give...
Matthews was a guest on “Inside Jen Psaki” Monday night when she was asked about her former boss’ behavior. Psaki and Matthews agreed the comment deserves to be considered carefully—and taken very seriously.
Fmr. Deputy Wh Press Sec. to @jrpsaki on her former boss:
“This is a man who helped incite a deadly insurrection on our nation’s Capitol. So, when he's using terms like ‘blood bath,’ it's really hard for me to give...
- 3/19/2024
- by Stephanie Kaloi
- The Wrap
Former Dave Matthews Band violinist Boyd Tinsley faces a new lawsuit alleging that he breached the terms of a 2019 settlement stemming from a sexual harassment lawsuit.
In 2018, musician James Frost-Winn — a former member of Tinsley’s band Crystal Garden — sued Tinsley, alleging that in November 2015, Tinsley “ejaculated next to Plaintiff Winn and touched Winn’s buttocks while Plaintiff Winn was sleeping.”
According to the suit, following that incident, Tinsley texted Frost-Winn that he had “messed up,” was “confused on pills” and that it would never happen again. The suit included...
In 2018, musician James Frost-Winn — a former member of Tinsley’s band Crystal Garden — sued Tinsley, alleging that in November 2015, Tinsley “ejaculated next to Plaintiff Winn and touched Winn’s buttocks while Plaintiff Winn was sleeping.”
According to the suit, following that incident, Tinsley texted Frost-Winn that he had “messed up,” was “confused on pills” and that it would never happen again. The suit included...
- 2/22/2024
- by Daniel Kreps and Jason Newman
- Rollingstone.com
Zygi Kamasa’s True Brit Entertainment has acquired UK rights to Morgan Matthews’s 500 Miles starring Bill Nighy and Jojo Rabbit’s Roman Griffin Davis from Beta Cinema.
Billed as a road movie with heart, 500 Miles follows two young brothers running away from trouble at home in England to reach their estranged grandfather (Nighy) on Ireland’s wild west coast.
The film is being prepped to shoot in Kerry, Ireland in the summer.
Matthews, director of X+Y (A Brilliant Young Mind) and documentary Williams, will direct from a script by Malcolm Campbell, based on the novel Charlie And Me by Mark Lowery.
Billed as a road movie with heart, 500 Miles follows two young brothers running away from trouble at home in England to reach their estranged grandfather (Nighy) on Ireland’s wild west coast.
The film is being prepped to shoot in Kerry, Ireland in the summer.
Matthews, director of X+Y (A Brilliant Young Mind) and documentary Williams, will direct from a script by Malcolm Campbell, based on the novel Charlie And Me by Mark Lowery.
- 2/19/2024
- ScreenDaily
The latest batch of singles on Love Is Blind Season 6 have been going out of their way to find true love.
They’ve agreed to sign up for an experimental dating show that removes physical attraction from the equation.
Matthew is a senior financial advisor who got himself caught up in a bit of a love triangle.
Before getting romantically involved with Amber and Ad, his attitude was off-putting to other female contestants in the pods.
Matthews’s actions caused Amber to leave the show early because she was so distraught about being strung along.
Here’s what social media users are saying about Matthew and his behavior in Season 6 so far.
Love Is Blind fans aren’t loving Matthew
Reddit threads have been launched to discuss Matthews’s actions on Love Is Blind Season 6.
One Redditor called him out, writing, “He tried to make it so that the twist...
They’ve agreed to sign up for an experimental dating show that removes physical attraction from the equation.
Matthew is a senior financial advisor who got himself caught up in a bit of a love triangle.
Before getting romantically involved with Amber and Ad, his attitude was off-putting to other female contestants in the pods.
Matthews’s actions caused Amber to leave the show early because she was so distraught about being strung along.
Here’s what social media users are saying about Matthew and his behavior in Season 6 so far.
Love Is Blind fans aren’t loving Matthew
Reddit threads have been launched to discuss Matthews’s actions on Love Is Blind Season 6.
One Redditor called him out, writing, “He tried to make it so that the twist...
- 2/15/2024
- by Stephanie Harper
- Monsters and Critics
Wabc-tv’s entertainment reporter Sandy Kenyon is transitioning to a new role as consultant for ABC Owned Television Stations.
Kenyon has served as entertainment reporter and movie critic for Wabc-tv’s Channel 7 Eyewitness News in New York since 2005. In his new role, Kenyon will serve as a tactical resource for Debra OConnell, president, Networks and TV Business Operations, Disney Entertainment Television, and report to Chad Matthews, president, ABC Owned TV Stations. He will work closely with Otv entertainment reporting teams to develop and implement strategies aimed at enhancing coverage and reach.
Kenyon will leave his current on-air role on March 31.
“Sandy is the gold standard when it comes to telling meaningful stories about the films, shows and talent that make The Walt Disney Company the global leader in entertainment,” said OConnell in a statement. “We want to harness that talent to amplify the outstanding reporting across our stations as...
Kenyon has served as entertainment reporter and movie critic for Wabc-tv’s Channel 7 Eyewitness News in New York since 2005. In his new role, Kenyon will serve as a tactical resource for Debra OConnell, president, Networks and TV Business Operations, Disney Entertainment Television, and report to Chad Matthews, president, ABC Owned TV Stations. He will work closely with Otv entertainment reporting teams to develop and implement strategies aimed at enhancing coverage and reach.
Kenyon will leave his current on-air role on March 31.
“Sandy is the gold standard when it comes to telling meaningful stories about the films, shows and talent that make The Walt Disney Company the global leader in entertainment,” said OConnell in a statement. “We want to harness that talent to amplify the outstanding reporting across our stations as...
- 1/24/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Dave Matthews Band have announced dates for their annual summer tour.
The 33-date jaunt kicks off on May 22nd in Tampa, Florida, and includes stops in West Palm Beach, Fl; Jacksonville, Fl; Dallas, TX; Virginia Beach, Va; East Troy, Wi; Noblesville, In; Saratoga Springs, NY; Gilford, Nh; Camden, NJ; Greenwood Village, Co; and Bend, Or. The tour is set to include with a three-night run over Labor Day Weekend at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Wa.
An online ticket pre-sale for members of Dmb Warehouse Fan Association is now underway. A public ticket on-sale is set for Friday, February 16th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.
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As part of their upcoming tour, Dmb is partnering with Live Nation’s operated venues to minimize the concerts’ footprint even further – with the goal to divert at least 90% of fan-generated waste from landfills. “Leveraging its existing leading sustainability resources,...
The 33-date jaunt kicks off on May 22nd in Tampa, Florida, and includes stops in West Palm Beach, Fl; Jacksonville, Fl; Dallas, TX; Virginia Beach, Va; East Troy, Wi; Noblesville, In; Saratoga Springs, NY; Gilford, Nh; Camden, NJ; Greenwood Village, Co; and Bend, Or. The tour is set to include with a three-night run over Labor Day Weekend at the Gorge Amphitheatre in George, Wa.
An online ticket pre-sale for members of Dmb Warehouse Fan Association is now underway. A public ticket on-sale is set for Friday, February 16th at 10:00 a.m. local time via Ticketmaster.
Get Dave Matthews Band Tickets Here
As part of their upcoming tour, Dmb is partnering with Live Nation’s operated venues to minimize the concerts’ footprint even further – with the goal to divert at least 90% of fan-generated waste from landfills. “Leveraging its existing leading sustainability resources,...
- 1/23/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Music
Welcome to this week’s review of Aew’s latest television show, Collision, which brings wrestling back to Saturday nights! We’ve got the commentary team of Nigel McGuinness, Kevin Kelly and Tony Schiavone calling the action, so let’s get into the review!
Match #1: Jon Moxley def. Shane Taylor The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Taylor jabbed at Moxley, taking the fight right to Mox. Jon Moxley fired back with kicks and chops. Taylor stunned Moxley with a stiff shot to the jaw. Moxley popped back up and both men traded forearms. Taylor whipped Moxley into the corner and then connected with a running lariat, leaving Mox gasping for air. Moxley was looking for a piledriver, but Taylor countered with a backdrop. They began to brawl outside the ring. Moxley hurled Taylor into the steel ring steps. Taylor got back into the ring, but Lee Moriarty cracked Moxley with a pump kick.
Match #1: Jon Moxley def. Shane Taylor The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Taylor jabbed at Moxley, taking the fight right to Mox. Jon Moxley fired back with kicks and chops. Taylor stunned Moxley with a stiff shot to the jaw. Moxley popped back up and both men traded forearms. Taylor whipped Moxley into the corner and then connected with a running lariat, leaving Mox gasping for air. Moxley was looking for a piledriver, but Taylor countered with a backdrop. They began to brawl outside the ring. Moxley hurled Taylor into the steel ring steps. Taylor got back into the ring, but Lee Moriarty cracked Moxley with a pump kick.
- 1/23/2024
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Donald Trump spent his Sunday morning posting on Truth Social about former White House staffers who testified before the Jan. 6 committee.
Cassidy Hutchinson, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Sarah Matthews appeared on ABC’s This Week on Sunday in an interview with Jonathan Karl to caution America about the dangers a second Trump presidency could bring. In retaliation, Trump took to his personal social media network, posting screenshots of old tweets and excerpts from articles and interviews where Griffin and Matthews were defending or praising him. While Trump seems to be...
Cassidy Hutchinson, Alyssa Farah Griffin, and Sarah Matthews appeared on ABC’s This Week on Sunday in an interview with Jonathan Karl to caution America about the dangers a second Trump presidency could bring. In retaliation, Trump took to his personal social media network, posting screenshots of old tweets and excerpts from articles and interviews where Griffin and Matthews were defending or praising him. While Trump seems to be...
- 12/31/2023
- by Peter Wade
- Rollingstone.com
Welcome to this week’s review of Aew’s latest television show, Collision, which was screened back to back with Rampage this week in three hours of Live wrestling! We’ve got the commentary team of Kevin Kelly, Nigel McGuinness and Tony Schiavone calling the action, so let’s get into the review!
Match #1: Continental Classic Match – The Blue League: Claudio Castagnoli def. Daniel Garcia The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Claudio Castagnoli quickly hit Garcia with a tilt-a-whirl backbreaker. Claudio followed up with a body slam. Garcia lunged at Claudio with a guillotine, but Claudio muscled his way out of it. Garcia chopped at Claudio, but Claudio fired back with a European Uppercut. Garcia charged at Claudio, knocking Claudio out of the ring with a running knee. Daniel hammered Claudio with stiff shots to the head. Garcia ran at Claudio, but Claudio caught him and swung him into the steel guardrail.
Match #1: Continental Classic Match – The Blue League: Claudio Castagnoli def. Daniel Garcia The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Claudio Castagnoli quickly hit Garcia with a tilt-a-whirl backbreaker. Claudio followed up with a body slam. Garcia lunged at Claudio with a guillotine, but Claudio muscled his way out of it. Garcia chopped at Claudio, but Claudio fired back with a European Uppercut. Garcia charged at Claudio, knocking Claudio out of the ring with a running knee. Daniel hammered Claudio with stiff shots to the head. Garcia ran at Claudio, but Claudio caught him and swung him into the steel guardrail.
- 11/28/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Kate Bush, Missy Elliott, Sheryl Crow, Willie Nelson, Rage Against the Machine, The Spinners and the late George Michael were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Friday.
The 38th annual ceremony took place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn with performances that spanned genres and paired different generations of stars, including an opening act with Crow and Olivia Rodrigo singing “If It Makes You Happy,” a pairing of honoree Chaka Khan and Common, as well as with H.E.R. and Sia, and a medley of Nelson’s songs featuring the 90-year-old performer alongside Dave Matthews, Chris Stapleton and Crow. Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page made a surprise appearance to perform “Rumble” in honor of inductee Link Wray.
The evening concluded with an all-out performance from Elliott, decked out in a sequined gold jumpsuit, surrounded by backup dancers and running through hits such as “Lose Control” and “Get Ur Freak On.
The 38th annual ceremony took place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn with performances that spanned genres and paired different generations of stars, including an opening act with Crow and Olivia Rodrigo singing “If It Makes You Happy,” a pairing of honoree Chaka Khan and Common, as well as with H.E.R. and Sia, and a medley of Nelson’s songs featuring the 90-year-old performer alongside Dave Matthews, Chris Stapleton and Crow. Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page made a surprise appearance to perform “Rumble” in honor of inductee Link Wray.
The evening concluded with an all-out performance from Elliott, decked out in a sequined gold jumpsuit, surrounded by backup dancers and running through hits such as “Lose Control” and “Get Ur Freak On.
- 11/4/2023
- by Caitlin Huston
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Willie Nelson was welcomed into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on Friday.
The 90-year-old music legend was introduced by Dave Matthews, who shared various anecdotes about Nelson’s altruism and weed smoking
Nelson then used his remarks to call on the Rock and Rock Hall of Fame to induct fellow members of his supergroup, The Highwaymen: “Now that Johnny [Cash] and I have been inducted, I want to give a plug for Waylon [Jennings] and Kris [Kristofferson].”
Alongside his son Micah and Lukas and members of his touring band, Nelson performed “Whiskey River” with Don Was and Chris Stapleton; “Crazy” with Sheryl Crow; and “On the Road Again” with Matthews, Crow, and Stapleton.
In an interview with Stephen Colbert ahead of Friday’s induction, Nelson said that when he got the call from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, he “thought they had the wrong number.” He also explained that...
The 90-year-old music legend was introduced by Dave Matthews, who shared various anecdotes about Nelson’s altruism and weed smoking
Nelson then used his remarks to call on the Rock and Rock Hall of Fame to induct fellow members of his supergroup, The Highwaymen: “Now that Johnny [Cash] and I have been inducted, I want to give a plug for Waylon [Jennings] and Kris [Kristofferson].”
Alongside his son Micah and Lukas and members of his touring band, Nelson performed “Whiskey River” with Don Was and Chris Stapleton; “Crazy” with Sheryl Crow; and “On the Road Again” with Matthews, Crow, and Stapleton.
In an interview with Stephen Colbert ahead of Friday’s induction, Nelson said that when he got the call from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, he “thought they had the wrong number.” He also explained that...
- 11/4/2023
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Music
As a high school junior in Texas, Darryl George should be preparing for his final years of high school and what opportunities lay beyond. Instead, his mother Darresha George tells Rolling Stone, the Texas student is stressed, falling behind in classes, and now stuck in a disciplinary program meant for severe infractions — all because he wouldn’t cut his hair.
“He can’t even think about the future because he’s stuck in the present. He’s stuck in the now. He’s stuck on what’s going to happen tomorrow,...
“He can’t even think about the future because he’s stuck in the present. He’s stuck in the now. He’s stuck on what’s going to happen tomorrow,...
- 10/17/2023
- by CT Jones
- Rollingstone.com
Welcome to the ultimate Saw Cheat Sheet! The Saw Franchise has been a cornerstone of the horror genre for nearly two decades, leaving audiences both horrified and captivated. With its intricately twisty plots, moral dilemmas, and iconic traps, it’s no wonder the series has garnered such a dedicated following. But with so many twists and turns, it’s easy to get lost in Jigsaw’s maze. Let’s break it down, shall we?
As we approach the release of the eagerly awaited Saw X, this Saw movie guide serves both newcomers wanting an introduction and long-time fans desiring a refresher. This cheat sheet will walk you through every major detail of the Saw films, ensuring you’re well-prepared for whatever Jigsaw has in store next.
Warning: This article contains major spoilers for all nine Saw films. If you haven’t seen them and don’t want to know the twists,...
As we approach the release of the eagerly awaited Saw X, this Saw movie guide serves both newcomers wanting an introduction and long-time fans desiring a refresher. This cheat sheet will walk you through every major detail of the Saw films, ensuring you’re well-prepared for whatever Jigsaw has in store next.
Warning: This article contains major spoilers for all nine Saw films. If you haven’t seen them and don’t want to know the twists,...
- 9/27/2023
- by Kimberley Elizabeth
In 2007, the "Saw" franchise took a very big swing with the aim of setting the movies up for years to come. Darren Lynn Bousman returned to the director's chair for the third time with "Saw IV," which aimed to move beyond Tobin Bell's John Kramer by giving Jigsaw a path forward without the man who started these twisted, bloody games in the first place. The film's ending not only offers one of the biggest twists in the entire series — but also one of the most important. Divorced of everything that came after, it was a big, bold, critical change in direction.
For those who may need a brief refresher, Bell plays the central figure of the films as John Kramer, aka Jigsaw, a man with incurable cancer who dedicates himself to "saving" people in a way that he sees fit. He selects people who are ungrateful for the life...
For those who may need a brief refresher, Bell plays the central figure of the films as John Kramer, aka Jigsaw, a man with incurable cancer who dedicates himself to "saving" people in a way that he sees fit. He selects people who are ungrateful for the life...
- 9/24/2023
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Several high-profile songwriters including Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and Desmond Child will take to Capitol Hill this week to push lawmakers to protect musicians’ copyrights amid the rapidly developing rise of artificial intelligence.
Part of the performing rights organization ASCAP’s’ “Stand with Songwriters” advocacy day, the writers’ push — expected Thursday morning — marks the latest effort from the industry to rein in AI and ensure that recording artists’ and musicians’ well-being is prioritized as the technology advances.
“We would like to see lawmakers show the well deserved respect to the...
Part of the performing rights organization ASCAP’s’ “Stand with Songwriters” advocacy day, the writers’ push — expected Thursday morning — marks the latest effort from the industry to rein in AI and ensure that recording artists’ and musicians’ well-being is prioritized as the technology advances.
“We would like to see lawmakers show the well deserved respect to the...
- 9/20/2023
- by Ethan Millman
- Rollingstone.com
Nicolas Cage faces off with admirers and angry mobs in the latest dark comedy from A24, Dream Scenario.
Directed by Kristoffer Borgli (Sick of Myself) and produced by Ari Aster (Hereditary, Midsommar, and Beau Is Afraid), Cage plays a professor who finds himself in the midst of celebrity after he begins to appear in the dreams of strangers.
The trailer, set to hit Nineties hit single “Dreams” by the Cranberries, sees Cage’s Paul Matthews sifting through hundreds of messages, doing his best Edward Scissorhands impression for media photoshoots, and claiming,...
Directed by Kristoffer Borgli (Sick of Myself) and produced by Ari Aster (Hereditary, Midsommar, and Beau Is Afraid), Cage plays a professor who finds himself in the midst of celebrity after he begins to appear in the dreams of strangers.
The trailer, set to hit Nineties hit single “Dreams” by the Cranberries, sees Cage’s Paul Matthews sifting through hundreds of messages, doing his best Edward Scissorhands impression for media photoshoots, and claiming,...
- 9/20/2023
- by Charisma Madarang
- Rollingstone.com
Nicolas Cage, balding and wearing wool sweaters, is a meek husband, father and academic who suddenly becomes a viral sensation when he seeps into the dreams of random strangers in the new trailer for Kristoffer Borgli’s A24 satirical comedy Dream Scenario.
The pic, which bowed at the Toronto Film Festival ahead of a Thanksgiving release, sees Cage play Paul Matthews, whose newfound stardom becomes a nightmare when his nighttime appearances complicate the lives of those around him.
“I’m not actually doing anything to them,” Matthews pleads at one point in the trailer as the comedy takes a dark turn when the role he plays in people’s dreams undermines his celebrity status. Dream Scenario also stars Julianne Nicholson, Michael Cera, Tim Meadows, Dylan Gelula and Dylan Baker.
Norwegian filmmaker Borgli wrote and directed his English-language film debut after the breakout success of the black comedy Sick of Myself,...
The pic, which bowed at the Toronto Film Festival ahead of a Thanksgiving release, sees Cage play Paul Matthews, whose newfound stardom becomes a nightmare when his nighttime appearances complicate the lives of those around him.
“I’m not actually doing anything to them,” Matthews pleads at one point in the trailer as the comedy takes a dark turn when the role he plays in people’s dreams undermines his celebrity status. Dream Scenario also stars Julianne Nicholson, Michael Cera, Tim Meadows, Dylan Gelula and Dylan Baker.
Norwegian filmmaker Borgli wrote and directed his English-language film debut after the breakout success of the black comedy Sick of Myself,...
- 9/19/2023
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
‘Codename: Annika’: SkyShowtime Unveils Cast & Trailer
SkyShowtime has unveiled cast and trailer for Codename: Annika, one of the fledgling Paramount/Comcast Jv’s biggest originals to date. The series follows a Finnish detective, Emma Haka, played by Sannah Nedergård (Yellow Sulphur Sky), who is still completing her undercover training when she gets sent on a mission into Stockholm’s corrupt world of fine art trade. Unveiled at the Stockholm International Film Festival, Codename from Mia Ylönen and Aleksi Bardy will star the likes of Ardalan Esmaili (Easy Money) as Rasmus Ståhlgren, Eva Melander (Border) as Rina Olander and Helena Bergström (House of Angels) as Agatha Torstensson, along with Pekka Strang (Tom of Finland) as Raimo Korpi, Clarisse Lhoni-Botte (Rolling to You) as Béatrice Joly and Charles Martins (Emily in Paris) as Denver Carpentier. Show will launch next month on the streaming service that is available in territories in which...
SkyShowtime has unveiled cast and trailer for Codename: Annika, one of the fledgling Paramount/Comcast Jv’s biggest originals to date. The series follows a Finnish detective, Emma Haka, played by Sannah Nedergård (Yellow Sulphur Sky), who is still completing her undercover training when she gets sent on a mission into Stockholm’s corrupt world of fine art trade. Unveiled at the Stockholm International Film Festival, Codename from Mia Ylönen and Aleksi Bardy will star the likes of Ardalan Esmaili (Easy Money) as Rasmus Ståhlgren, Eva Melander (Border) as Rina Olander and Helena Bergström (House of Angels) as Agatha Torstensson, along with Pekka Strang (Tom of Finland) as Raimo Korpi, Clarisse Lhoni-Botte (Rolling to You) as Béatrice Joly and Charles Martins (Emily in Paris) as Denver Carpentier. Show will launch next month on the streaming service that is available in territories in which...
- 8/16/2023
- by Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
Renewal
World Productions is producing a new season of hit series “Showtrial” for BBC One and iPlayer. Writer and creator Ben Richards (“The Diplomat”) returns for the series.
In the show, when high-profile climate activist Marcus Calderwood is left for dead in a violent hit and run, he uses his dying moments to identify his killer – a serving policeman. From the victim’s last breath to the jury’s final verdict, “Showtrial” delves into the worlds of cocky officer Justin Mitchell; Sam Gill, an anxious defense solicitor with a reputation for winning lost causes; and Leila Hassoun-Kenny, a rigorous lawyer leading the case against the accused.
The first season aired on the BBC in the U.K. in 2021 and found a U.S. home in Sundance Now.
“Showtrial” (5 x 60′) is directed by Julia Ford (“Everything I Know About Love”) and produced by Ken Horn (“Line of Duty”). Executive producers are...
World Productions is producing a new season of hit series “Showtrial” for BBC One and iPlayer. Writer and creator Ben Richards (“The Diplomat”) returns for the series.
In the show, when high-profile climate activist Marcus Calderwood is left for dead in a violent hit and run, he uses his dying moments to identify his killer – a serving policeman. From the victim’s last breath to the jury’s final verdict, “Showtrial” delves into the worlds of cocky officer Justin Mitchell; Sam Gill, an anxious defense solicitor with a reputation for winning lost causes; and Leila Hassoun-Kenny, a rigorous lawyer leading the case against the accused.
The first season aired on the BBC in the U.K. in 2021 and found a U.S. home in Sundance Now.
“Showtrial” (5 x 60′) is directed by Julia Ford (“Everything I Know About Love”) and produced by Ken Horn (“Line of Duty”). Executive producers are...
- 8/16/2023
- by Naman Ramachandran
- Variety Film + TV
Ingrid Ciprian-Matthews will take direct oversight of CBS News, the latest move in a broader restructure of operations at Paramount Global’s CBS business.
Matthews, a CBS News veteran who once supervised the Washington bureau and had been put in charge of overall newsgathering, will now have top editorial oversight for CBS News across all platforms. She will oversee all CBS News programs, bureaus, global newsgathering, streaming and digital editorial, as well as standards and practices, special events, politics, elections and surveys, social, the race and culture unit and CBS News Radio.
She will report to Wendy McMahon, who was put in charge earlier Monday of CBS News, local stations and syndication efforts. CBS appears to be streamlining some of its businesses. Neeraj Khemlani, who had worked as a co-president alongside McMahon overseeing CBS News, on Sunday announced he would step down from his role to tackle a new content production deal.
Matthews, a CBS News veteran who once supervised the Washington bureau and had been put in charge of overall newsgathering, will now have top editorial oversight for CBS News across all platforms. She will oversee all CBS News programs, bureaus, global newsgathering, streaming and digital editorial, as well as standards and practices, special events, politics, elections and surveys, social, the race and culture unit and CBS News Radio.
She will report to Wendy McMahon, who was put in charge earlier Monday of CBS News, local stations and syndication efforts. CBS appears to be streamlining some of its businesses. Neeraj Khemlani, who had worked as a co-president alongside McMahon overseeing CBS News, on Sunday announced he would step down from his role to tackle a new content production deal.
- 8/14/2023
- by Brian Steinberg
- Variety Film + TV
For the first time in franchise history, Saw X will actually establish the location it is set in and director Kevin Greutert is opening up about setting the horror film in Mexico.
“There’s such a mythology, the city is so amazing, and we can’t speak enough about it,” Greutert said during a fan Q&a session, according to The Direct. “And just that, there’s a certain creepiness to it and a certain history, and it just absolutely worked for us… It is the first time that, I’m sure you all know, but it’s the first time we’ve ever said where we are in a movie. And we kind of really leaned into that…”
The tenth installment of the franchise will chronologically take place between Saw I and Saw II as the Jigsaw killer, John Kramer, heads to Mexico for experimental cancer treatment. When it...
“There’s such a mythology, the city is so amazing, and we can’t speak enough about it,” Greutert said during a fan Q&a session, according to The Direct. “And just that, there’s a certain creepiness to it and a certain history, and it just absolutely worked for us… It is the first time that, I’m sure you all know, but it’s the first time we’ve ever said where we are in a movie. And we kind of really leaned into that…”
The tenth installment of the franchise will chronologically take place between Saw I and Saw II as the Jigsaw killer, John Kramer, heads to Mexico for experimental cancer treatment. When it...
- 8/5/2023
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Welcome to this week’s review of Aew’s latest television show, Collision, which brings wrestling back to Saturday nights! We’ve got the commentary team of Nigel McGuiness and Kevin Kelly calling the action, so let’s get into the review!
Match #1: Ladder Match – Andrade El Idolo def. Buddy Matthews The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Julia Hart tried to distract Andrade from the apron, but he wouldn’t shift his focus off a charging Buddy Matthews. Buddy and Andrade began to exchange lefts and rights. Andrade El Idolo connected with a moonsault off a ladder outside the ring and down onto Buddy Matthews. Andrade set up several ladders in the ring. Buddy rallied back, blasting Andrade with several stiff kicks. Andrade tried for the three amigos suplexes, but Buddy blocked the third suplex. Buddy rushed toward Andrade, but Andrade countered by hip tossing Buddy into the ladder.
Match #1: Ladder Match – Andrade El Idolo def. Buddy Matthews The following is courtesy of allelitewrestling.com:
Julia Hart tried to distract Andrade from the apron, but he wouldn’t shift his focus off a charging Buddy Matthews. Buddy and Andrade began to exchange lefts and rights. Andrade El Idolo connected with a moonsault off a ladder outside the ring and down onto Buddy Matthews. Andrade set up several ladders in the ring. Buddy rallied back, blasting Andrade with several stiff kicks. Andrade tried for the three amigos suplexes, but Buddy blocked the third suplex. Buddy rushed toward Andrade, but Andrade countered by hip tossing Buddy into the ladder.
- 8/1/2023
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Penske Entertainment, which owns the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the IndyCar Series, is giving a new car to the owner of a Chevrolet that was damaged by a flying tire during the Indianapolis 500.
A spokesperson told The Indianapolis Star on Wednesday that Penske Entertainment will give Robin Matthews of Indianapolis a new car.
The damage occurred when driver Kirk Kirkwood’s car launched off the back of another driver who hit the wall between Turns 1 and 2. Kirkwood’s car flipped, and his tire went soaring over the fence that protects spectators. Fortunately, the flying tire missed the crowd and landed in the parking lot, where it crushed the Chevrolet owned by Matthews.
IndyCar owner Roger Penske (the father of Penske Media CEO Jay Penske) said an investigation will be held into why the tire came off. Tires are supposed to stay attached to the Indy cars via tethers, which were...
A spokesperson told The Indianapolis Star on Wednesday that Penske Entertainment will give Robin Matthews of Indianapolis a new car.
The damage occurred when driver Kirk Kirkwood’s car launched off the back of another driver who hit the wall between Turns 1 and 2. Kirkwood’s car flipped, and his tire went soaring over the fence that protects spectators. Fortunately, the flying tire missed the crowd and landed in the parking lot, where it crushed the Chevrolet owned by Matthews.
IndyCar owner Roger Penske (the father of Penske Media CEO Jay Penske) said an investigation will be held into why the tire came off. Tires are supposed to stay attached to the Indy cars via tethers, which were...
- 5/31/2023
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Brittany Matthews Defends Brother-In-Law, Jackson Mahomes, From Assault Allegations Made Against Him
Amidst Jackson Mahomes’ court troubles, his sister-in-law Brittany Matthews took to Instagram to post some cryptic messages.
“As you get older you start to understand the difference between friends and associates, family and blood, business and work, love and lust, want and need. And most of all what’s important and what’s not,” Matthews wrote on her Instagram story.
“Unfortunately, a lot of y’all met me when I lacked boundaries and was a people pleaser. Let me reintroduce myself, I burn bridges as needed,” she continued.
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It’s a possibility that Matthews is burning bridges at this very moment, defending her brother-in-law and maintaining his innocence.
Mahomes, whose brother is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, was charged with three counts of sexual battery and one count of misdemeanor battery earlier this month. He was arrested on May 3 and was released after paying the $100,000 bond.
“As you get older you start to understand the difference between friends and associates, family and blood, business and work, love and lust, want and need. And most of all what’s important and what’s not,” Matthews wrote on her Instagram story.
“Unfortunately, a lot of y’all met me when I lacked boundaries and was a people pleaser. Let me reintroduce myself, I burn bridges as needed,” she continued.
>’Best’ Celebrity Mugshots – Famous People At Their Lowest
It’s a possibility that Matthews is burning bridges at this very moment, defending her brother-in-law and maintaining his innocence.
Mahomes, whose brother is Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, was charged with three counts of sexual battery and one count of misdemeanor battery earlier this month. He was arrested on May 3 and was released after paying the $100,000 bond.
- 5/19/2023
- by Rose Anne Cox-Peralta
- Uinterview
Navi Mumbai, March 24 (Ians) Nat Sciver-Brunt’s power-packed batting performance, followed by Issy Wong’s sensational bowling (4/15) including the first ever Women’s Premier League hat-trick powered Mumbai Indians to a thumping 72 run win over Up Warriorz in Eliminator to reach the final of the inaugural edition of the tournament at Dr Dy Patil Sports Academy, here on Friday.
After demolishing Up, Mumbai Indians will now face Delhi Capitals in the final of the Wpl 2023 on Sunday.
England all-rounder Sciver-Brunt’s blistering half-century ( 72 not out off 38)propelled Mumbai Indians to 182-4 in 20 overs. Dropped when she was on 6 by Ecclestone, Sciver-Brunt made Up Warriorz pay dearly.
Apart from her, the likes of Amelia Kerr (29), Hayley Matthews (26), Yastika Bhatia (21) and Harmanpreet Kaur (14) got starts but couldn’t convert them into big innings for Mumbai. Sophie Ecclestone, who bagged two wickets (2/39), was the most successful bowler for Up Warriorz.
Chasing a formidable total,...
After demolishing Up, Mumbai Indians will now face Delhi Capitals in the final of the Wpl 2023 on Sunday.
England all-rounder Sciver-Brunt’s blistering half-century ( 72 not out off 38)propelled Mumbai Indians to 182-4 in 20 overs. Dropped when she was on 6 by Ecclestone, Sciver-Brunt made Up Warriorz pay dearly.
Apart from her, the likes of Amelia Kerr (29), Hayley Matthews (26), Yastika Bhatia (21) and Harmanpreet Kaur (14) got starts but couldn’t convert them into big innings for Mumbai. Sophie Ecclestone, who bagged two wickets (2/39), was the most successful bowler for Up Warriorz.
Chasing a formidable total,...
- 3/24/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
Mumbai, March 21 (Ians) Mumbai Indians (Mi) beat Royal Challengers Bangalore (Rcb) by four wickets in Match 19 of the Women’s Premier League (Wpl) on Tuesday at the D.Y Patil Stadium here to take the top spot.
With the win, Mumbai hold the provisional top spot and will have to wait for the result of the match between Delhi Capitals and Up Warriorz to ensure their direct qualification to the final.
Amelia Kerr mixed guile, flight, and turn to pick up three wickets (3-22) as a disciplined bowling effort from the Mi bowlers restricted Rcb to 125/9 in 20 overs. Yastika Bhatia then provided a good platform with a 26-ball 30 before Kerr’s calculated knock of 31 not out off 27 balls helped Mi seal the chase after a slight stutter in the middle.
Chasing 126, Mi survived a scare first up as Hayley Matthews was adjudged Lbw off the first ball of the innings...
With the win, Mumbai hold the provisional top spot and will have to wait for the result of the match between Delhi Capitals and Up Warriorz to ensure their direct qualification to the final.
Amelia Kerr mixed guile, flight, and turn to pick up three wickets (3-22) as a disciplined bowling effort from the Mi bowlers restricted Rcb to 125/9 in 20 overs. Yastika Bhatia then provided a good platform with a 26-ball 30 before Kerr’s calculated knock of 31 not out off 27 balls helped Mi seal the chase after a slight stutter in the middle.
Chasing 126, Mi survived a scare first up as Hayley Matthews was adjudged Lbw off the first ball of the innings...
- 3/21/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 introduced its biggest cast in the herstory of the show. It’s always sad to see a queen’s future in the competition get the axe, but the judging doesn’t always gel with the fandom and the contestants. RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15’s Salina EsTitties publicly addressed her feelings toward rotating judge Ross Matthews and his fashion critiques.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15 Episode 12 eliminated Salina EsTitties Salina EsTitties | Santiago Felipe/Getty Images
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 Episode 12 introduced a Footloose-inspired Rusical titled “Wigloose: The Rusical.” The queens had to decide amongst themselves who would perform which role. Luxx Noir London and Loosey Laduca fought over the lead role of Heaven Bacon, which ultimately went to the latter.
Meanwhile, Salina allowed Luxx to take the role of Christian, leaving her with Tuck. They bounced energy off one another expertly, contributing to making a wildly successful Rusical.
‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Season 15 Episode 12 eliminated Salina EsTitties Salina EsTitties | Santiago Felipe/Getty Images
RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 15 Episode 12 introduced a Footloose-inspired Rusical titled “Wigloose: The Rusical.” The queens had to decide amongst themselves who would perform which role. Luxx Noir London and Loosey Laduca fought over the lead role of Heaven Bacon, which ultimately went to the latter.
Meanwhile, Salina allowed Luxx to take the role of Christian, leaving her with Tuck. They bounced energy off one another expertly, contributing to making a wildly successful Rusical.
- 3/20/2023
- by Jeff Nelson
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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