A new fantasy series, based on stories by George R. R. Martin, will premiere on HBO Max on January 18, 2026. Set 100 years before the events of ‘Game of Thrones’, it follows the adventures of a knight called Duncan the Tall and his young companion, Egg. Unlike the original series, this show offers a more intimate look at life in Westeros’ feudal society.
The film includes a performance by Mickey Rooney as Mr. Yunioshi, the main character’s landlord. He’s depicted with over-the-top makeup and a strong accent, intended as background comic relief. Mr. Yunioshi mainly appears to have clumsy accidents or be the butt of jokes. This portrayal has faced significant criticism for relying on harmful stereotypes and reducing the character to a one-dimensional figure. It stands as a well-known example of how Asian characters were historically reduced to caricatures instead of being treated as complex individuals.
Rita Hayworth, originally named Margarita Carmen Cansino, dramatically changed her look to become a movie star. She famously dyed her hair red and had painful procedures to reshape her hairline, aiming for a more mainstream appearance. To avoid being limited by stereotypical roles often given to Spanish actors, she adopted her mother’s last name, Hayworth. This strategic decision helped her land leading roles and become a major star during World War II. She’s most celebrated for her unforgettable dance scenes and captivating presence in the film ‘Gilda’.
A group of three film students went to a remote town to film a local story, but they vanished while shooting in the woods. The footage they left behind became incredibly popular, helping to launch the ‘found footage’ style of filmmaking. Though praised for feeling realistic and for a clever marketing campaign, some viewers felt it lacked big scares. The shaky camera work also made some people feel motion sick when it was first released in theaters. Despite how today’s audiences feel about its slow pace, the film is still an important part of movie history.
Before George Clooney became famous, his father, a journalist, taught him valuable lessons about what’s right and wrong. This early influence led to Clooney’s passion for media and getting involved in public issues, eventually inspiring his film Good Night, and Good Luck, which tells the story of how CBS News challenged Joseph McCarthy.
After being released from prison, John Rambo is sent to Vietnam on a dangerous mission to find American soldiers still missing in action. While different from the first film – which was more focused on character and realism – this sequel delivered over-the-top action and presented Rambo as a clear hero. It became a defining movie of the 1980s and had a lasting impact on action films. Some critics point out that the story is simple and the violence is exaggerated to attract a wide audience. However, the film was a huge success and cemented Sylvester Stallone’s status as a leading action star.
Link’s design in ‘The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild’ was noticeably different from past games, leaning towards a more gender-neutral appearance. Some players felt this change – with softer features and a slimmer build – made him less traditionally masculine. This sparked debate and negative reviews when the game first came out. The developers stated their goal was to create a hero players of any gender could easily identify with, but this explanation didn’t satisfy everyone in the gaming community.
The trailer shows Michael J. Fox sitting in a doctor’s waiting room with Harrison Ford’s character, Dr. Paul Rhoades. Fox asks what brings Dr. Rhoades in for an appointment, and Ford replies, “Parkinson’s. You?” Fox jokingly says, “A haircut,” and the two men share a laugh.
In his new Netflix special, Mortality, released on Tuesday, Gervais revealed that although the Golden Globes never asked him to remove any jokes, he did once decide to cut one himself. He clarified, “I’ve never had a joke stopped by the Golden Globes, and that’s completely true.”
Elizabeth Banks and Max Handelman met as freshmen at the University of Pennsylvania in 1992 and eventually married in 2003. Before tying the knot, they supported each other through long distance and the early stages of their careers. They later created a successful production company together, collaborating on many films. Banks often credits their long history as the key to both their strong family life and professional achievements. Their relationship is considered a lasting success story in the entertainment world.