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We’ve witnessed characters wieldall manner of weaponson the big screen, from sleek firearms to mighty swords. Here, though, we’re looking specifically at makeshift weapons. Those that often emerge in moments of dire necessity, where characters are pushed to their limits and forced to adapt to harrowing circumstances. Whether it’sbattling hordes of zombieswith household items, turning an entire house into a minefield of danger, or crafting unique weapons to outwit foes, these moments exemplify the resilience and resourcefulness of characters in the face of peril....

Some movies are unforgettable. When they are, everyone wants credit. When a movie fails, no one is responsible. Success has 100 parents. Failure is an orphan. So, when a movie comes back with issues across the board, angry audiences, and disgusted critics, everyone goes scurrying. While directors and actors are usually easy to blame when their mistakes are obvious, it’s the studio that gets to hide behind the scenes, often making sweeping changes to the final product without public scrutiny....

While some viewers may be in search of cozy,feel-good shows to watchduring the winter, others relish the chilling allure ofcrimeshows that perfectly mirror the frosty scenes outside their window. The stark beauty of the season becomes a character in its own way, setting a stage where mysteries can play out. Crime shows likeFargo,Valhalla Murders, andFortitudeexemplify the charm found in shows set in winter. They offer more than just visual spectacle, blending the literal coldness of the atmosphere with the thematic complexity of crime solving in an isolated, and often unforgiving, environment....

A film’s theatrical run andbox officenumbers are often great indicators of the overall success of a film.Opening weekendnumbers are hugely anticipated, as is whether the film has a long and healthy tail in its theatrical run. When the movie is inevitably available for streaming, it can reach a new audience as well as hold onto the fans who had to see it in theaters. Other films’ time in theaters isn’t a great predictor for later success....

The 2015 Summer Box Office is the second highest in history, withJurassic World,Avengers: Age of UltronandInside Outleading the pact. Some thought these past four months would bring an all-time high, but a few poorly positioned flops kept that from happening. From May 1st until Labor Day weekend, domestic ticket sales reached $4.48 billion. That comes as a 10.4% increase over 2014’s Summer Box Office numbers. 2014 had the worst summer numbers in seven years....

In an age when there are a whole lot of big,bombastic blockbustermovies being made, especially when many of them are not stemming from original ideas, it is hard not to respect an original idea when it does come along. EnterA Ghost Story, courtesy of director David Lowery. This is nothing if not an original movie, especially in the realm of the supernatural. Something that has been done to death over the years in Hollywood....

The demented mind of Ted Bundy will be even further explored in an all new docuseries about the infamous murderer, focusing primarily on the relationship he had with his long-term girlfriend Elizabeth Kendall. Beginning in 1969, Kendall dated the charming serial killer for many years, with Bundy even helping to raise her young daughter, Molly, at the time. Of course, the romance came to a heartbreaking end when Kendall’s suspicions about Bundy’s true nature turned out to be accurate....

If you grew up in ’80s, ’90s, or ’00s, the American Girl brand might have found a comfy spot within your fondest childhood memories. Coming of age as a girl in the United States can be a multifaceted and challenging experience, and so, each story the company tells through its merchandise and media is individual.According to americangirl.com, their historical dolls began to be released in 1986 – as this journey continued, they became household names and important figures in toy boxes and kids' bedrooms as their brand shifted and grew....

AMC is moving forward with their planned Anne Rice universe as the cabler is now developing a TV adaptation ofLives of the Mayfair Witches. The second literary work of Rice to be given the small screen treatment, development on the show comes as pre-production is underway on anInterview with the VampireTV series. The network has reportedly opened a writers room for the potential series based on the three-book trilogy by Rice....

Baby Yodahas some words for Baby Groot. The breakout star ofThe Mandalorianappeared on theSaturday Night LiveWeekend Update. Obviously, it wasn’t the real Baby Yoda, aka The Child, on the show. Instead, they had cast member Kyle Mooney dress up in a horrifying costume that sort of resembled the character in his space pod. As oneStar Warsfan noted, if the character looked and sounded like that on the Disney+ show, there’s a good chance Mando would have let him die....

There has been a lot of debate about what is actually going on withThe Batman. The title is tentative, with some claiming it starts shooting next week, while others claim it’s nowhere near ready for production. Ben Affleck is, and has been, in the later camp. And he continues to claim that the movie isn’t a go. This, despite the fact that his co-star, just last week, claimedThe Batmanwould start shooting before the end of 2016....

Stephen Kingisn’t known as the “King of Horror” for nothing. Having written 64 books, his stories have terrified audiences since his first novel,Carrie, became an immediate hit in 1974. With dozens of film and television adaptations of his work over the years, generations of fans have been introduced to his creative consciousness. Love him or hate him, there’s no denying King’s mark on the horror genre and the contributions he has made in the spheres of literature and entertainment....

Brandon Routh is getting another shot at playing Superman in this year’sArrowVersecrossover,Crisis on Infinite Earths. Now, we have our first official look at Routh in the suit thanks to The CW and, safe to say, those who have been waiting for a little bit of Routh redemption in this department are likely going to be pleased. This is about as classic as it gets when it comes to the famed DC hero....