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Movies, Alfred Pennyworth, Andy Serkis, Hide From Homepage, The Batman

Does Alfred Pennyworth Die in ‘The Batman’?

Andy Serkis looking shocked as Alfred in the Batman

So the question on everyone's mind is: Does Alfred survive The Batman?

The post Does Alfred Pennyworth Die in ‘The Batman’? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, things we saw today

Thing We Saw Today: Charlie Cox Talks About ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Cameo and Leaks

Charlie Cox as Matt Murdock Daredevil

Charlie Cox spoke to Comicbook.com's Adam Barnhardt about his small, but delightful, cameo in the latest Spider-Man movie where he reprises his role of lawyer Matt Murdock.

The post Thing We Saw Today: Charlie Cox Talks About ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Cameo and Leaks first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, amazon prime video, Fleabag, Phoebe Waller-Bridge

‘Fleabag’ Creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge Has a New Series Coming

Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Fleabag

It's not a third season of Fleabag but it is another Phoebe Waller-Bridge show so we're being gifted anyway.

The post ‘Fleabag’ Creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge Has a New Series Coming first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Hide From Homepage, Lord of the Rings, Peter Jackson

Every Peter Jackson Cameo in Lord of the Rings

Peter Jackson Lord of the Rings BTS

As a 'Lord of the Rings' superfan as well as the director, Peter Jackson slipped in a cameo in each LOTR film. Here's where you'll see him pop up.

The post Every Peter Jackson Cameo in Lord of the Rings first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, interview, Our Flag Means Death, Rhys Darby

‘Our Flag Means’ Death Cast Breaks Down What Makes the Heartwarming Pirate Comedy Work

Rhys Darby captaining a pirate ship in Our Flag Means Death

Our Flag Means Death premieres on HBO on March 3rd.

The post ‘Our Flag Means’ Death Cast Breaks Down What Makes the Heartwarming Pirate Comedy Work first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Jean-Luc Picard, Sir Patrick Stewart, Star Trek: Picard

The ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 2 Premiere Gives the People What They Want: A Flirty Picard

Jean Luc Picard holding a wine glass

When Jean-Luc Picard is at his chateau in France, he's hanging out with Laris and ... is that Picard flirting?!

The post The ‘Star Trek: Picard’ Season 2 Premiere Gives the People What They Want: A Flirty Picard first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Netflix, Pamela Anderson

Pamela Anderson Will Release the ‘Definitive Documentary’ of Her Life on Netflix

Pamela Anderson in Barb Wire (1996)

Pamela Anderson has been outspoken about not being pleased about the Hulu miniseries Pam & Tommy.

The post Pamela Anderson Will Release the ‘Definitive Documentary’ of Her Life on Netflix first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News

Ron DeSantis Felt the Need to Bully Teenagers Into Removing Masks for a Press Conference

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis looks like he's thinking very hard and it's hard for him.

Throughout the pandemic, DeSantis has repeatedly insisted that we need to listen to parents, that politicians can't be allowed to impose their will onto students against their wishes.

The post Ron DeSantis Felt the Need to Bully Teenagers Into Removing Masks for a Press Conference first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, anime, mappa, OTPs, shipping, Winter Olympics, Yuri!! On Ice

Crisis Averted: Victor Gets His Ring Back in New ‘Yuri!!! On Ice’ Illustration, We Can Go Back to Fawning Over Our Ice Skating Husbands Now

Yuri on Ice

In the third new illustration for 'Yuri!!! On Ice,' fans noticed that Victor's ring was missing. Fortunately, his ring has been put back on his finger.

The post Crisis Averted: Victor Gets His Ring Back in New ‘Yuri!!! On Ice’ Illustration, We Can Go Back to Fawning Over Our Ice Skating Husbands Now first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Gaming, Apex Legends, Hide From Homepage, lore, Respawn Entertainment

After Learning Why Each Hero Chose To Join the Game, I May Just Switch Up My ‘Apex Legends’ Mains

cropped cover showing many legends in "The Art of Apex Legends" by Respawn Entertainment. (Image: Dark Horse Books.)

Meet the 18 characters and learn their motivations for joining the Apex Games.

The post After Learning Why Each Hero Chose To Join the Game, I May Just Switch Up My ‘Apex Legends’ Mains first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Robert Pattinson, The Batman

Robert Pattinson Says He Secretly Responds to ‘The Batman’ Critics on Twitter

Robert Pattinson as Batman in the Batman

Now, it's not made clear by the cast or in The Batman whether or not Bruce and his parents went to see Scooby Doo before their death but we can hope? Or maybe Robert Pattinson can reply to us on Twitter and let us know.

The post Robert Pattinson Says He Secretly Responds to ‘The Batman’ Critics on Twitter first appeared on The Mary Sue.
News, racism, the Daily Show With Trevor Noah

Trevor Noah Is Right About the Racism & Bias in Ukraine War Coverage

Trevor Noah on the Daily Show with an inset of Vladimir Putin and text that reads "War in Ukraine."

Ukraine has been a situation where the majority of the world has condemned the actions of Putin. Yet, even as that is happening people in the media can not help but use racist dog whistles to explain their shock and horror at the events.

The post Trevor Noah Is Right About the Racism & Bias in Ukraine War Coverage first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Batman (character), Michael Keaton

Why Did Michael Keaton Stop Playing Batman in the ’90s?

Michael Keaton as Batman in 1989's Batman.

Michael Keaton set the stage for Christian Bale's Batman. So, why did the iconic actor leave the role after the second film?

The post Why Did Michael Keaton Stop Playing Batman in the ’90s? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
AMP Featured, Movies, Oscars, The Academy Awards

The Oscars Aren’t Presenting Every Award Live And People Are Big Mad About It

Jon Batiste and Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, winners of the award for best original score Oscar for "Soul"

In an attempt to get people to watch the Oscars, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that several awards will not be presented on-air during the 2022 Oscar ceremony. Well, they kind of are. The Academy later "clarified" that they will film these eight categories and edit the winners' acceptance speeches into the broadcast, per The Hollywood Reporter.

The post The Oscars Aren’t Presenting Every Award Live And People Are Big Mad About It first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Documentary, Hide From Homepage, Netflix

‘The Tinder Swindler’: Who Is Shimon Hayut and What Is He Doing Now?

Shimon Hayut being escorted away in The Tinder Swindler

The Tinder Swindler is the latest Netflix true-crime documentary, with the focus this time on real-life scammer Shimon Hayuk, who conned money from Tinder matches by pretending to be the billionaire heir to an Israeli diamond fortune.

The post ‘The Tinder Swindler’: Who Is Shimon Hayut and What Is He Doing Now? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, badass women in history, Netflix, Vikings, vikings: valhalla

Let’s Talk About the Badass Women of ‘Vikings: Valhalla’

Frida Gustavsson as Freydis in Vikings: Valhalla.

If you're a feminist and a fan of gory medieval dramas, then 'Vikings: Valhalla' will be a treat. The Netflix series features some of the strongest women on TV.

The post Let’s Talk About the Badass Women of ‘Vikings: Valhalla’ first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Hide From Homepage, horror (genre), Scream (franchise), Scream 5

When does Scream (2022) release on DVD and Blu-Ray?

Ghostface wielding a knife in Scream (2022)

After 11-years, Ghostface returned to theaters to terrorize audiences once more in Scream (2022). Taking placing 25-years after the events of the original film, Scream follows Ghostface's return and his targeting of a group of teens connected to the original killings. With promises of horror and satire, when will viewers get to bring Scream home on DVD or Blu-Ray?

The post When does Scream (2022) release on DVD and Blu-Ray? first appeared on The Mary Sue.
TV, Hide From Homepage, Netflix, Vikings

All About Sam Corlett, who Plays Leif Erikson in ‘Vikings: Valhalla’

Sam Corlett as Leif Erikson, standing in a field.

Sam Corlett is a relative newcomer to Hollywood, but you have recognized him in another role!

The post All About Sam Corlett, who Plays Leif Erikson in ‘Vikings: Valhalla’ first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Movies, Elizabeth Olsen, Hide From Homepage, mcu, Scarlet Witch

About Elizabeth Olsen’s New “Seven Year Contract” with Marvel Studios

Los Angeles Global Premiere for Marvel Studios' "Avengers: Infinity War" HOLLYWOOD, CA - APRIL 23: Actor Elizabeth Olsen attends the Los Angeles Global Premiere for Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War on April 23, 2018 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Rich Polk/Getty Images for Disney)

A new rumor claims that her contract with Marvel Studios has been extended. Is that rumor reliable, though?

The post About Elizabeth Olsen’s New “Seven Year Contract” with Marvel Studios first appeared on The Mary Sue.
Gaming, Apex Legends, caribbean, representation

Confusion Around Lifeline’s Accent Shows Gaming Still Falls Short of Meaningful Caribbean Representation

Lifelinein Apex Legends holding peace sign. (Image: Respawn Entertainment.)

Figuring this out shouldn't even be that much work.

The post Confusion Around Lifeline’s Accent Shows Gaming Still Falls Short of Meaningful Caribbean Representation first appeared on The Mary Sue.
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