The Creator | Gareth Edwards rules out a sequel to his terrific sci-fi film
by Dan Cooper | Oct 03, 2023 | News
The director of the newly-released sci-fi thriller The Creator has explained why we won't see a sequel, even if the world demands one.
Netflix continues festival purchases, buys His Three Daughters
by Dan Cooper | Oct 03, 2023 | News
The streaming platform Netflix has bagged another well-received festival performer, His Three Daughters, as it continues to build a solid indie...
The Mystery Flesh Pit has reopened in Roblox
by Lewis Packwood | Oct 02, 2023 | Gaming, News
Once more you can explore the depths of The Mystery Flesh Pit, in yet another extension of this wonderfully macabre metanarrative.
Sony explains why Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic videos are being removed
by Lewis Packwood | Oct 02, 2023 | Gaming, News
Sony has blamed a music licensing issue for the removal of videos and posts on the remake of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic.
AI | Tom Hanks says he had “nothing to do with” a video of him selling a dental plan
by Maria Lattila | Oct 02, 2023 | News
Tom Hanks took to Instagram to warn his followers that it’s not really him selling them a dental plan in an AI-created video.
Hyenas preview | Could have been one of the best arena shooters of recent years
by Ignas Vieversys | Oct 02, 2023 | Feature, Gaming, Previews
Abruptly cancelled last week, Hyenas had the potential to be a great arena shooter. Here’s a beta tester’s preview of a game we’ll never get to play.
Spawn | New movie is coming in 2025 and Jason Blum 'stands by that'
by Dan Cooper | Oct 02, 2023 | News
The rhetoric around the long-gestating superhero film Spawn is definitely sounding more confident, after a long time in development hell.
Spider-Man | Sony's Silver Sable Marvel film seems to be no more
by Dan Cooper | Oct 02, 2023 | News
Silver Sable joins El Muerto as another Spider-Man spin-off project that has hit the skids at Sony.
Michael Caine to play Charles Darwin in his final film
by Dan Cooper | Oct 02, 2023 | News
At the age of 90, Michael Caine has confirmed that he's about to make his final film - and he's playing Charles Darwin.
Podcast: The Shape Of Water (2017) and A Monster Calls (2016)
by Simon Brew | Oct 02, 2023 | Podcasts
After an unscheduled week break (sorry!), the Film Stories podcast returns with the stories of two superb modern fantasy films - The Shape of Water and A Monster Calls.
The Toxic Avenger | Trailer released for Macon Blair's remake
by Jake Godfrey | Oct 02, 2023 | News
Macon Blair directs the new reimagining of The Toxic Avenger, and the first trailer for the film has been released.
AI: Robin Williams' daughter on attempts to recreate her dad’s voice
by Simon Brew | Oct 02, 2023 | News
Zelda Williams has been addressing the attempts by AI technology to recreate the voice of her late father, Robin Williams.
Alfred Hitchcock Classics Vol 3 coming to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in the UK
by Simon Brew | Oct 02, 2023 | News
Five more classic Alfred Hitchcock films are coming to the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format in the UK this November: more here.
Crossroads | Britney Spears film returning to cinemas worldwide in October
by Jake Godfrey | Oct 02, 2023 | News
Britney Spears' debut film Crossroads is heading back to cinemas in October to coincide with the release of her memoir The Woman In Me....
Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan | God, science, and the return of Noonien Singh
by A J Black | Oct 02, 2023 | Feature
Star Trek II: The Wrath Of Khan explored themes of playing god and rebirth as well as bringing back Khan Noonien Singh. AJ Black's series continues.
Priscilla review | Sofia Coppola’s latest film is an aching portrait of first love
by Maria Lattila | Sep 29, 2023 | Reviews
Director Sofia Coppola explores familiar themes with the true story of Priscilla and Elvis Presley’s love story. Read our Priscilla review.
The passionate fandom still backing BBC’s Merlin
by James Harvey | Sep 29, 2023 | Feature
It’s been 15 years since Merlin debuted on BBC One, but the show’s fanbase has never been larger. We took a look at why the show remains popular in...
Interview: Ken Loach, Paul Laverty and the cast chat The Old Oak
by Elizabeth Aubrey | Sep 29, 2023 | Feature
Beloved director Ken Loach has made potentially his last film with The Old Oak and we chat to him about making it.
Gaming Lobby | the latest episode of whynow's videogaming podcast is available now
by Ryan Lambie | Sep 29, 2023 | Gaming, News, Podcasts
Gaming Lobby, whynow's very own podcast, has a new episode to listen to, and this time it's all about gaming snobbery...
Fair Play review | Chloe Domont’s feature debut is a sizzling workplace drama
by Maria Lattila | Sep 29, 2023 | Reviews
A couple’s relationship is put through the wringer after one of them gets a coveted promotion. Read our Fair Play review.
Taylor Swift scares Jason Blum to death, apparently
by Maria Lattila | Sep 29, 2023 | News
Jason Blum has been chatting about why Blumhouse's new film The Exorcist: Believer had to make way for Taylor Swift.
Van Gogh Museum Pokémon exhibition sparks stampede, price gouging
by Ryan Lambie | Sep 29, 2023 | Gaming, News
Crowds have flocked to the Van Gogh Museum to get their hands on exclusive Pokémon merch; amid stampedes, special Pikachu cards are already selling for hundreds.
Star Wars: Knights Of The Old Republic | Trailer for Embracer's remake quietly removed by Sony
by Lewis Packwood | Sep 29, 2023 | Gaming, News
Ominously, mentions of the Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake have been removed from social media, as Sony delists the trailer.
Coin-Ops To Table-Tops is an upcoming book about the golden age of electronic games
by Ryan Lambie | Sep 29, 2023 | Gaming, News
Currently on Kickstarter, Coin-Ops To Table-Tops is a book dedicated to the tabletop electronic games that ruled the 1970s and 80s.
Epic lays off 830 employees - 16% of its staff
by Lewis Packwood | Sep 29, 2023 | Gaming, News
Epic Games, the maker of Fortnite and Unreal Engine, has laid off 16% of its workforce after "spending way more money than we earn".
Christopher Nolan and James Bond | A sense of deja vu?
by James Harvey | Sep 29, 2023 | Feature
Christopher Nolan: will he ever direct a James Bond movie? We look at the rumour mill timeline, and how likely it is to happen...
Payday 3 | What happens when your live service game isn't live?
by Vikki Blake | Sep 29, 2023 | Feature, Gaming, Opinions
As Payday 3 struggles with launch "day" woes, Vikki Blake wonders how long the live service bubble can survive.
Prey 2 is reported to be in development
by Dan Cooper | Sep 29, 2023 | News
Following last year's successful revival of the Predator franchise, a report has emerged that claims Prey 2 is in the works.
Emma Thompson headlined action movie The Fisherwoman films this Autumn
by Dan Cooper | Sep 29, 2023 | News
The Fisherwoman is all set to enter production, with Emma Thompson leading the action thriller's cast.
The Creator review | The best science fiction film of 2023
by Ryan Lambie | Sep 29, 2023 | Reviews
The director of Star Wars: Rogue One returns with a visually awe-inspiring sci-fi thriller that needs to be seen on the biggest screen you can find. Here's our review of The Creator.
