The leaves are turning another color and October is almost at an end. It’s time to look at the geekiest shows, movies, and original programs Netflix has to offer in November. Take the time to look at these titles and plan what to watch after the turkey dinner and before Black Friday Shopping.
10Darkness Rising (November 27th)
Man, the critics roasted this film when it came out later this summer. Might be worth a second chance when it finally drops on Netflix later in the month. Who knows, it might be the perfect think to satisfy your need for a good creepy movie after Halloween.
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What titles are you looking forward watching on Netflix in November? Leave a comment below and let us know.
Sony is attempting to kick-off a Spider-Man Cinematic Universe – sans Spidey himself – with the upcoming Venom. Tom Hardy is set to star as Eddie Brock and production for the project is underway following the release of a BTS photo via the film’s official Twitter account.
When Venom was announced to be a Spider-Man film separate from the MCU, it was difficult to find individuals that appeared excited about the film. News then came that A-lister Tom Hardy would be taking on the iconic comic role, going a long way to get the general public interested in the project. Following Hardy being cast, we’ve seen a plethora of notable Hollywood names join the project, including the likes of Riz Ahmed, Michelle Williams, and Jenny Slate.
Little is known of the plot of the film. Even though some rumored plot details have been finding their way on the web in recent weeks nothing has been confirmed. It’s likely with production beginning we will get some news regarding the direction of the film somewhat soon.
Venom is set for release on October 5th, 2018 and will be directed by Ruben Fleischer of Zombieland fame.
Are you excited about the Venom solo movie? Let us know in the comments below!
We now have proof that Ralph Macchio and William Zabka are officially on set for Cobra Kai, the upcoming long-gap series follow up to 1984’s The Karate Kid.
Entertainment Weekly shared the exclusive photo of Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence sharing a handshake on the set, and frankly it warmed by cold black heart. Check it out:
Nothing groundbreaking here, other than the fact both of them look like they’re in great shape thirty years later. We’ve seen Macchio from time to time, but William Zabka has been way off the radar.
As for Cobra Kai, here’s the synopsis from EW:
Picking up 30 years after the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament, the half-hour series finds Daniel and Johnny at different places in their lives. Whereas Daniel is living his best life as a family man and proud owner of the No. 1 car dealership in the Valley, Johnny has fallen a long way since the ’80s and is now a heavy drinking, short-fused antihero living in Reseda, doing odd jobs to make ends meet. However, their rivalry is reignited when they re-enter each other’s lives, which drives Johnny to rediscover his Cobra Kai roots and reopen the infamous karate dojo.
Hopefully they get the tone of this thing right. It could be a great deal of fun depending on how much the tongue is in the cheek and whatnot.
Cobra Kai will debut on YouTube Red in 2018, which might be enough to convince me to get YouTube Red.
Netflix made a very awkward announcement when it came to renewing the edgy adult animated comedy ‘Big Mouth’ Tuesday afternoon.
“Big Mouth is coming, all over again… Season 2 lands in 2018,” stated Netflix.
On Rotten Tomatoes, the show is sitting at a 100% from 13 critics.
Watch the announcement video below.
According to Vanity Fair, Kroll hopes the show inspires “some crazy conversations.” “That, to me, is the goal. Because I think that kids have so much access to information now, but a lot of the information’s bad. It’s all Internet, it’s like fake news. My hope is that we made a funny show that I would want to watch, but also that kids want to watch and that parents could watch with their kids and talk about this huge stuff that is really hard to talk about. So my hope is there is some version of this that gives them tools to be like, ‘My hormone monster makes me want to do this . . ,’” said Kroll.
The first season of ‘Big Mouth’ was 10-episodes, the half-hour adult animated series is about the glorious nightmare that is teenage puberty, created by Nick Kroll and Andrew Goldberg.
The series uses the voice talents of John Mulaney, Nick Kroll, Maya Rudolph, Jason Mantzoukas, Jordan Peele, Fred Armisen, Jenny Slate, and Jessi Klein. Mark Levin and Jennifer Flackett serve as screenwriter-directors.
Nick Kroll, Andrew Goldberg, Mark Levin, and Jennifer Flackett co-created the series. ‘Big Mouth’ is a Netflix production.
Season 2 of ‘Big Mouth’ hits Netflix in 2018.
Did you watch the first season of ‘Big Mouth?’ Give us your review in the comment section below.
Casinos have made a great impact on the lives of many people worldwide. The legalization of the trade in nearly all jurisdictions worldwide has led to a rapid growth of the gambling industry. Conversely, the industry has become a major contributor to the economies of many nations. The economic impact has been largely felt due to taxation and the growth of casino tourism. But, is the positive impact replicated in the socio-cultural arena?
The growth of this industry has led to a change in the dominant economic activities in various places. There are people who have shifted from other things to betting. Smart and responsible gambling could actually be a dependable source of income. It is very possible to make a fortune out of gambling. Also, the convenience offered by online casinos has made gambling even easier. Reputable ones like online casino Slotty Vegas and more will offer a worthwhile experience.
Casinos have also drastically improved the quality of life of the people. Many people may not agree, but their societal standards have certainly improved. This is mainly due to the growth of infrastructure in these places as well as employment opportunities. Casinos try their level best to improve the surrounding environment, and this led to the development of essential services. However, this can also increase the costs of living causing a negative impact.
Positive and Negative Effects of Gambling
Gambling has led to an equal share of positive and negative effects. The setting up of casinos in various locations has led to a drastic increase in crime in those areas. The theft is targeted towards the revelers and the casino itself. It has also led to an increase in cybercrimes where various individuals try to hack the systems in order to increase their winning fortunes illegally. This has caused a change from previously secure societies to high crime rates.
Due to the growth of tourism, betting has led to various cultural effects in many areas. The obvious ones are increased income, improvement of infrastructure, improved economy and on the downside, the increase in the cost of living. Some areas have also experienced the negative effects. This is mainly the increase of prostitution in certain areas because tourism increases the market. Escort services agencies seem to thrive in casino hot spots. Increased prostitution is, therefore, a cultural change caused by casinos.
The effects of increased crime have in turn led to an increase in the culture of skepticism among people. People are installing more security features to secure themselves and their properties. This has led to increased business for the security agencies, but the effect is comparable to the erosion of culture. It has led to lack of trust among people, and this even includes the trust between employers and employees. Gamblers are often vulnerable theft suspects especially when the addiction stage reached.
Relations
Betting has been blamed for the increased rate of divorce, child neglect, and other family problems. People have changed from responsible fathers, mothers, wives or husbands to the absolute negative of their past. This is mainly attributed to addiction and pathological gambling which has affected many people.
Gambling is an exciting activity, and the thrill is enhanced by the probability of winning or losing money. It is a perfect recreational activity for many people. The growth of online casinos has made it very convenient hence enthusiasts can enjoy their favorite games from the comfort of their homes, while stuck in traffic or when bored at work or school. The thought of having fun while making money is definitely worthwhile and many people will actually prefer it.
However, this becomes a menace if the individual cannot control the urge. Being addicted to casino gambling is not fun and causes serious negative effects on the family. There are people who gamble away more than they had planned to use. This creeps into their budgets for other responsibilities such as paying utility bills, school fees, money for food and other uses. The result is suffering for the family.
Pathological betting has led to divorce and child neglect in many families. Some parents have been found to leave their kids unattended in order to enjoy their favorite slots. Others use all their money for gambling and the family suffers. The economic turmoil that results leads to divorce and domestic violence.
The resultant effect is an increase in the demand for social service facilities such as marriage counseling, child protection programs and others. These programs are usually geared towards dealing with the effect of gambling, but they sometimes fail because they do not act on the root of the problem which is an addiction to gambling. This issue should be dealt urgently in order to rescue the culture of the people from this wrong turn.
Fortunately, casinos are strong advocators of responsible gambling. They have set up various measures that assist their players to control their gambling. These include provisions for setting up a maximum betting amount before starting to gamble and easy methods of monitoring the money used for gambling. The negative effects of gambling should be dealt with urgently, and it is good that casinos are in the forefront of making betting less a vice.
Casinos have made both positive and negative impacts on the socio-cultural standards of the society. The increase in standards of living due to increased employment opportunities, provision of essential amenities and economic growth are positive effects of the growth of this industry. The negative effects are mainly associated with gambling addiction which has eroded family values. Nonetheless, this addiction can be dealt with. If you are not too sure, play in trusted casinos with policies that will assist you against addiction.
Earlier today it was revealed that James Mangold is working with 20th Century Fox to produce a Logan spinoff film revolving around Dafne Keene‘s character, X-23. Although the internet is raving about the idea, I’m not too hot about it.
Logan was an incredible film that didn’t require watching any movies before it; it was a 2-hour dramatic, action-filled story about a man coming to terms with who he is, and reflecting upon this life. To me, creating any more stories about anyone in the movie comes with potential to taint the original.
This isn’t to say I don’t trust James Mangold – I do. It’s just that the idea around an X-23 spinoff seems pointless to me. At the end of Logan, we see Laura and the other students going off into nowhere, as Logan is killed. Although I was bawling my eyes out at this moment (you were too, don’t lie), it’s such a beautiful moment because to me, it signifies that this film was made with one sigular focus: tell Logan and Laura’s story. Yes, the film was called Logan and revolved around Wolverine, but it also gave audiences a look at Laura Kinney and the struggles she has been through as a young mutant. In my view, her story was wrapped up when Logan’s was finished – the two go hand in hand, and creating any more stories within that mini-universe comes with the cost of Logan not being looked at as a singular story that delivers on all fronts.
Ultimately, Mangold’s X-23 script could be amazing. I won’t judge the picture until I see it, but as this film progresses, I will continue to be skeptical.
Do you agree with my stance? Sound off in the comments below.
The production team behind Logan might not be done yet. According to Hollywood Reporter, director James Mangold and producer Hutch Parker are working on the script for a spinoff based on the character of Laura (Dafne Keen).
Logan, Hugh Jackman’s final project as Wolverine, remains one of the best reviewed films of 2017. As we reported in September, the film is also a contender for major industry awards. Jackman’s practically become synonymous with wolverine, after 17 years of playing the X-Men character. Logan is a stripped down, gritty character piece with very few special effects, unlike other installments in the franchise.
Laura The Leading Lady
A spinoff would follow the lead of its successful predecessor, but take cues from another risky superhero film: Patty Jenkins’ Wonder Woman. Mangold explains:
“Patty’s success with that film only solidifies more for studios that there’s less to fear with a female protagonist…The more that keeps getting hit home, that ends up giving me more space…going, ‘Well here we are with a female protagonist. That’s incredible. And what are we going to do with her?’ And that’s where we are with that [the Laura script] right now, dreaming.”
Regardless of the future, Jackman remains firm on his decision to remove himself from the role. “No, I won’t be a producer on a Laura sequel, but I will be lining up on the Thursday night at 10 pm to watch it though. [Keen] is just phenomenal.”
Logan follows its titular character as he cares for weak and dying Professor X. He then plans to disappear from the public, but is delayed when he discovers a young mutant with familiar powers. Based on Marvel’s X-Men comics, Logan stars Hugh Jackman (Logan), Patrick Stewart (Professor X), and Dafne Keen (Laura). Currently the untitled Laura project has no production date.
Michael Fassbender’s latest film, the disastrous serial-killer thriller The Snowman, has already become legendary for all the wrong reasons. Woefully inept to the point of parody, the adaptation is sitting at a cool 8% on Rotten Tomatoes, and has gotten more publicity out of Fassbender’s ridiculous character name – Harry Hole – than anything of substance in the movie itself.
It’s another misfire for Fassbender, at one time one of the greatest and most exciting actors in Hollywood. In his earlier days, Fassbender appeared in some incredible indie flicks like Steve McQueen feature debut Hunger, and the domestically underseen drama, Fish Tank. He broke through stateside in Tarantino’s WWII fantasy Inglourious Basterds, and was off and running. He continued to challenge himself in small films (A Dangerous Method, Shame, Frank), he was phenomenal in 12 Years a Slave, earning an Oscar nomination, and he managed to competently take the mantle of Magneto from Ian McKellan in the X-Men prequels.
Fassbender was peaking, a compelling actor who could balance blockbusters and small character studies with deftness and skill. Then, for confounding reasons, the bottom dropped out. After 2015’s Macbeth and Steve Jobs – the latter which earned him his second Oscar nomination – Fassbender’s next eight films would average a 37.5% on RT, the highest of which was Alien: Covenant (which I will forever defend). From X-Men: Apocalypse, to Assassin’s Creed, to the nadir of Terrence Malick’s career Song to Song, to this past weekend’s The Snowman, the Michael Fassbender we all came to love for a decade has virtually disappeared.
This is not an attempt to bash the man. That’s shortsighted and a little beyond this reporter’s scope. Michael Fassbender is a tremendous talent, one of the best actors in the business when things are going well. Its’ just that things have not gone well for the past two years; a misfire or two will happen to everyone, but eight in a row is a disturbing trend.
Perhaps Fassy changed agents, or maybe he’s simply trying out a handful of things that aren’t quite landing. Assassin’s Creed made sense given his Macbeth director Justin Kurzel at the helm and Marion Cotillard co-starring. But it was a video-game adaptation, and if this trio can’t make them work then they will never work. Starring in a Terrence Malick film certainly seemed like a good idea, but the elusive auteur lost his fastball a few years ago and things are only getting worse. It seems as if Fassbender’s best intentions have all missed their respective marks.
Whatever the case may be, perhaps The Snowman is the perfect opportunity for Michael Fassbender to wipe the slate clean and get back to the type of work that made him incredible. Teaming up with Steve McQueen might be the perfect antidote, as his three best roles were (arguably) in Hunger, Shame, and 12 Years a Slave. The only thing coming down the pike for him is another X-Men film, which really doesn’t seem like it’s going to fix anything.
The Fassbender turnaround will come eventually, let’s just hope it doesn’t take him as long as, say, Matthew McConaughey or Vince Vaughn.
Image Comics released an exclusive four-page preview of SCALES & SCOUNDRELS #3 to Monkeys Fighting Robots Monday night.
Sebastian Girner who’s been in the comic book industry since 2008 is starting to make a name for himself with SCALES & SCOUNDRELS and his other Image series, the action/comedy SHIRTLESS BEAR-FIGHTER!
Anthony Composto, our comic section editor gave the first issue 4 out of 5 monkeys, and over at Comic Book Round-Up, SCALES & SCOUNDRELS is sitting at 8.7 out of 10 from 21 critics.
Check out the four-page preview below:
The art for the book is handled by the co-creator Galaad, with lettering and design by Jeff Powell.
“We don’t want the readers to just enjoy this story; we want them to embark with us and share in the adventure of a lifetime. That’s what I love about comics. Just a drip of ink on paper—endless stories and memories,” said Galaad to Image Comics before the series launched.
About SCALES & SCOUNDRELS: It’s hard to make an honest living in a land brimming with magic and mystery, and treasure hunter Luvander is tired of being a penniless adventurer. Ever in search of gold and glory, she sets off for a fabled dungeon “the Dragon’s Maw,” an ancient labyrinth at the bottom of which slumber endless wealth…or certain doom!
But what starts out as a road to riches becomes the first step on an epic journey to destiny, for Luvander holds a secret in her heart that will shatter the chains of fate, and bring light to a world encroached upon by an ancient darkness.
Issue #3 hits your local comic book store on November 8.
Are you reading SCALES & SCOUNDRELS, what are your thoughts? Comment below.
It’s such an amazingly simple idea, it feels ruthless. A no-brainer that demands the question “why has it taken so long?” and “why now?” The House of Mouse has done it yet again. They’ve combined all the movies. You can literally have Movies Anywhere.
The past decade of news around digital video services has been focused on streaming. Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon have battled for top spot, with all resources and attention focused that direction. As a result, the concept of the video library has fallen by the wayside.
Amazon Video, iTunes, VUDU, and Google Play have sat in the background for years, allowing customers to purchase digital titles and add them to their library. The technology didn’t change much; the streaming quality improved, the UX was more user friendly, but the services never played along.
Playing a middle-man role were studios, most with their own library services. If you had purchased Sony digital films, or used their codes, you could find it on the library service of your choice, or on Sony’s own service. The end result was dozens of libraries, all holding the films you happened to purchase on that service. And this is ignoring the old-timers (Flixster, anyone?).
Digital clutter begone – Disney, who led the way on studio driven library collections with their Disney Movies Anywhere service, has expanded. Rebranded as Movies Anywhere, the service aggregates all the films you’ve purchased on Amazon, VUDU, iTunes, and Google Play into one easy place. It includes films from Warner Bros., Disney, Universal, Sony and Fox.
Now here’s the best part: you don’t even need to use the app or service. You just need to sign up. Do you prefer to use VUDU, YouTube/Google Play, Amazon Video, or iTunes? Great, because now all the movies are in those libraries too. They sync playback between them too, so you can pick up where you left off, service to service.
The only drawbacks as of now: it doesn’t include Paramount, Lionsgate, or MGM, and it’s not available outside the U.S.
The cherry on the cake is that you get 5 free movies just for signing up for the free service: Ghostbusters(2016), The Lego Movie, Jason Bourne, Ice Age, and Big Hero 6.
C-net put it perfectly, calling it “The Voltron of Streaming Services.” There’s basically no reason not to use it. Go enjoy iTunes movies on your Android phone.
