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This sci-fi adventure centers on a Civil War soldier who unexpectedly finds himself on Mars. Making the movie was difficult, with costs ballooning during production. Although the visual effects were stunning, the film didn’t resonate with most viewers because they weren’t familiar with the original story it was based on. The studio lost a lot of money on the project, and it led to a shift in how big-budget films were promoted. It’s now a well-known example of a costly risk that didn’t succeed.

In a grim future, the country of Panem is split into twelve poorer districts and a rich, powerful Capitol. Each year, one boy and one girl from each district are chosen to compete in ‘The Hunger Games,’ a televised battle where they must fight to the death. When her younger sister is selected, Katniss Everdeen bravely volunteers to take her place. The movie, starring Jennifer Lawrence and based on Suzanne Collins’ novel, examines issues of survival, oppressive government, and unfairness in a world recovering from disaster.

In early 2022, singer and actor Janelle Monáe publicly shared that they identify as nonbinary during an appearance on ‘Red Table Talk’. Monáe described this as a process of growing beyond traditional gender labels and embracing a fuller understanding of who they are. They continue to use both ‘she’ and ‘they’ pronouns and are a strong advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, often exploring themes of freedom and identity in their work, such as in the film ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’.

I was absolutely blown away by Anna Sawai in ‘Shōgun’! She was incredible as Lady Mariko, and it’s so well-deserved that she’s getting all this recognition, even an Emmy! I’d seen her before in ‘Pachinko’ and even ‘F9’, but this role really showed what she’s capable of. It’s clear she’s become a huge star, and I’m excited to see what she does next in international TV.

‘The King of Queens’ is a funny sitcom about Doug Heffernan, a delivery driver in Queens, New York, and his wife, Carrie. Things get chaotic when Carrie’s quirky and often difficult father, Arthur, moves in with them. The show hilariously portrays the everyday challenges of a working-class couple as they balance family, friends, and life. It aired on CBS for nine seasons and continues to be a favorite for those looking for a lighthearted laugh.