Many of theToy Storyfranchise’s best moments are defined by music. Acclaimed composer Randy Newman worked on all fourToy Storymoviesand wrote original music that is integral to the beloved and enduring legacy of the long-running Pixar franchise. Newman received numerous Academy Award and Grammy Award nominations for his work on theToy Storymovies.Toy Story 3earned him the Academy Award for Best Original Song and the Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack Album for a Motion Picture....

February 2025 will see several bigromancebooks coming out. In general, this year is shaping up to be an exciting one for the genre, with several of2025’s biggest romance releaseshitting shelves in February. These books cover a wide range of tropes, dynamics, and circumstances. Some feature darker themes, while others provide more lighthearted rom-com vibes. In fact, one of February’s most exciting new romance books is a retelling of an iconic rom-com....

Making a greatwar movieis no easy task, with many notable genre offerings receiving criticism for a number of different reasons. Besides bad reviews, there’s a myriad of factors as to why a war movie might not be successful, it happens to featuremajor historical accuraciesor simply plays out in a manner that comes across more likemilitary propaganda than an actual movie. In any case, the genre’s laundry list of offerings means that war movies that do not debut to both critical and commercial acclaim are far more likely to fade into cinematic obscurity....

Having received mixed to negative reviews upon their initial releases,a few horrorfilmsfrom the 2000s are worth taking another look at.The 2000s prompted some memorable horror protagonistsandhorror sequels, but a few films took a bit longer to find their audience.Films likeCloverfieldandDrag Me to Hellare widely discussed entries from the 2000s that have only continued to grow in popularity, while films likeThirteen GhostsandSlithertook longer to earn respect. In a genre with rich, inventive storytelling and special effects, it’s only understandable that certain films were widely dismissed when they first hit theaters....

1000-Lb Sistersseason 6 is in full swing, and long-simmering tensions betweenTammy SlatonandAmanda Haltermanfinally reached a boiling point during a Slaton family meeting. The beloved unscripted series, which premiered in 2020, chronicles the weight-loss journeys of several members of the Slaton family. It mainly centers around 37-year-old Amy Slaton and 38-year-old Tammy Slaton, but several of their other siblings have gotten in on the weight-loss action, including 43-year-old Amanda. Anyone who has watched the unscripted series over the years knows that the Slatons are a hot-headed bunch....

Though Gabriel Basso is now well-known for his leading role inThe Night Agent, the actor appeared in a number of other awesome movies and TV shows before his big Netflix hit. In 2023,Basso became the face of the political thriller,The Night Agent.The series tells the story of FBI agent Peter Sutherland, who, after answering a mysterious phone call, is pulled into a complex and dangerous political conspiracy. Notably,The Night Agentmade Netflix history by becoming the third-most-viewed debuting series on Netflix....

Summary The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixonseason 1 has arrived on Netflix a few weeks ahead of the sophomore outing’s premiere on AMC. AfterThe Walking Dead’s final season, the stories of several characters continued in three separate spinoffs, with the story of fan-favorite survivor Daryl Dixon (Norman Reedus) continuing in a Paris-set series.Daryl Dixonseason 1 saw its titular character washing ashore in France, far from his good friend Carol Peletier (Melissa McBride), the communities of Alexandria and the Commonwealth, and everything Daryl knew....

WARNING: SPOILERS ahead for American Sports Story. The new FX seriesAmerican Sports Storychronicles Aaron Hernandez’s collegiate success as a member of the University of Florida’s elite football team.American Sports Storyepisode 3depicts some of Hernandez’s behind-the-scenes struggles both on and off the field despite him beingthe best college tight end in the country and a recipient of the prestigious John Mackey Award. Established in 2000, the John Mackey Award is not only based on the talent and performance of the recipient but also as an acknowledgment of the exceptional person beneath the helmet and shoulder pads....

2014’sBackcountryis a survival horror movie that actually has its roots in a true story that happened a decade earlier. Thewoods have always been an ideal setting for horror moviesandBackcountrymakes the isolated wilderness terrifying without even a single witch, headless girlfriend, or kid killing themselves all over someone’s property. Starring Missy Peregrym and Jeff Roop, and few other actors,Backcountryfollows a couple, Alex (Roop) and Jen (Peregrym), who go backpacking in an isolated wilderness....

Summary The third issue ofBatman: Gargoyle of Gothamis set to release this September, and DC Comics has unveiled a new animated trailer to mark the occasion. The Black Label series has been much delayed since its launch in September of last year, but the new trailer for the next issue shows off DC’s confidence thatGargoyle of Gotham#3 will ship without any further delays. Shared on Instagram viaBatman: Gargoyle of Gotham’s writer/artistRafael Grampá, the trailer’s animation style evokes that of Jamie Hewlett, who provided a rare variant cover for the issue....

Summary Below Deck Mediterraneanseason 9 has featured some of the most intense Stew drama between Ellie Dubaich and Bri Muller, butI think it’s time Ellie was fired from Mustique. ThroughoutBelow Deck Mediterraneanseason 9, Ellie and Bri’s drama has caused issues aboard the superyacht. Ellie, who has nearly a decades-worth of superyacht experience, was hoping to use her opportunity aboard Mustique to prepare for the hectic life of a Chief Stew. Excited at the opportunity to work with Mustique’s Chief Stew Aesha Scott, Ellie was looking forward to the charter season and ready to work with the team....

Below Deckseason 12 is just around the corner, and some ofthe potential yachtie cast members have viewers excited for a dramatic season of the nautical series. WhileBelow Deckseason 11 doesn’t seem like too distant a memory, the series will be returning forBelow Deckseason 12very soon. With a team led by Captain Kerry Titheradge once again, the crew of yachties that will be hopping aboard the superyacht for the next season of the series could feature some incredibly familiar faces, along with some new yachties to potentially ruffle some feathers, or fit right in....

The release plan forMistbornEra 3 avoids a problem that’s all too common in the fantasy genre, butit comes with a downside for those eagerly awaiting the next book. TheMistbornsaga is one of the best modern additions to the fantasy genre, and some ofBrandon Sanderson’s best booksare a part of it.Mistborn’s unique metal-based magic system, compelling cast of characters, and scope when it comes to world-building all contribute to its success. If Era 3 continues to capitalize on these strengths, it’ll prove just as impressive as its predecessors....