2024-04-26 18:07
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2024-04-26 14:49
Not everyone is who they pretend to be in Tinseltown. In an industry where people have to fake their emotions to earn a living, it seems like you can never be sure if an actor is a nice pers… Read More
2024-04-26 12:46
The Fate anime series and movies can seem daunting to jump into, especially if you feel like you’re late to the party and have no clue where to begin. But fear not—you’re n… Read More
2024-04-25 14:30
Sam Raimi might be a candidate to direct Spider-Man 4, and Sony and Marvel should absolutely dive into that idea. The Web-Slinger has had one of the more adventurous and exhilarating big-scr… Read More
2024-04-25 14:10
Mel Gibson’s 2006 film Apocalypto was an undeniably ambitious project that also became remarkably divisive. Whether you loved it or hated it, one thing is certain – Apocalypto, m… Read More
2024-04-24 18:24
Choosing a gaming laptop has become increasingly complex, with new devices launching almost every time you blink. While you may have your preferred brand, there are plenty of options across… Read More
2024-04-23 14:59
Apart from its gripping storylines and captivating characters, the brilliant Western series Yellowstone has developed a reputation for moving title card dedications at the end of e… Read More
2024-04-23 14:46
Last month saw the launch of the Honor brand’s first foldable smartphone. In doing so, it signified the first significant shift in the fold market. While a few options are available fo… Read More
2024-04-22 15:23
Quentin Tarantino’s The Movie Critic is no longer moving forward, and the long-awaited Kill Bill Volume 3 is the perfect choice to take its place as his final film. Tarantino Cancels T… Read More
2024-04-22 15:01
Has there ever been a heist movie where the scheme goes according to plan? Of course not, and Ives’ Cash Out movie, starring John Travolta and Kristin Davis, is no different. However… Read More
2024-04-19 16:52
Firmly establishing itself as one of the top streaming services in Africa, Showmax has some of the best movies around. Whether you’re looking for a heart-stopping thriller to have you… Read More
2024-04-19 15:11
It has been a while since we last saw an updated TopSpin game. The last time 2K released a tennis game in their signature style was in 2011 when we all enjoyed Top Spin 4. In the meantime, W… Read More
2024-04-18 11:41
The world practically exploded when it discovered that Guy Ritchie was finally turning the concept for his 2019 hit film The Gentlemen into a TV series for Netflix. Of course, the 2024 serie… Read More
2024-04-18 06:13
Fans of the thrilling Western family drama, Yellowstone, might have noticed an unusual title card at the end of Episode 9 of Season 3 and wondered about it. If you missed it, the card w… Read More
2024-04-17 20:07
The story of the fantastic manga universe that we have loved for decades, Naruto, continues through the spin-off series about his son, Boruto. First, continuing through Boruto Naruto Next Ge… Read More
2024-04-17 12:57
Last week, the Redmi Note 13 Series was officially launched in South Africa. Guests were treated to an evening of Iconic entertainment! However, nothing could outshine the trio of new smartp… Read More
2024-04-16 14:26
What an outrageous headline! Has anyone ever truly asked: Is Jonathan Nolan more talented than Christopher Nolan? Well, it might be a topic worthy of debate because even though the elder Nol… Read More
2024-04-16 14:00
Criminally underrated, The Highwayman TV show ran for just ten episodes (including the pilot) between 1987 and 1988. This rad TV series centres around a group of lawmen known as the Highwaym… Read More
2024-04-16 13:10
Few cinematic mentors stand as tall as Mr. Miyagi from The Karate Kid. He’s cooler than Yoda, more fun than Gandalf, and wiser than Morpheus. Mr. Miyagi Tough love can sometimes be the… Read More
2024-04-16 12:37
With Death Stranding receiving polarizing reviews, many gamers have asked the question, “Is Hideo Kojima one of the greatest game developers or is he just an overrated weirdo?” H… Read More
2024-04-16 09:37
There’s nothing worse than sitting down to watch a movie or TV show you’ve been looking forward to watching all week, only to be let down by shockingly lousy sound. One of the mo… Read More
2024-04-16 09:09
EcoFlow has released two new solutions in South Africa to tackle loadshedding - the EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro and EcoFlow DELTA 2 Max.
End Loadshedding With The EcoFlow RIVER 2 Pro & DELTA 2 M… Read More
2024-04-15 14:50
Batman & Robin has a decidedly negative reputation in the pantheon of superhero movies, which makes it incredulously weird that the 1997 misfire could almost fit right in with the MCU. A… Read More
2024-04-15 14:35
A lesson on racism or another missed opportunity?
That Time White Lois Lane Turned Into A Black Woman Written by Jarrod Saunders for Fortress of Solitude Read More
2024-04-15 14:13
After Todd Phillips’ Joker made over a billion dollars at the box office, a sequel was inevitable. The gossip mill rumbled that Joker 2 was all but ready to go, and Phillips confirmed… Read More
2024-04-15 13:59
He’s Batman’s greatest nemesis and Gotham City’s resident Clown Prince of Crime, but what is the Joker’s real name? As it turns out, that’s a complicated answer… Read More
2024-04-15 12:46
Irish actor Barry Keoghan’s prosthetics-covered Joker in The Batman (2022) might have been one of the best versions of the character we have ever seen in live-action (second to Heath L… Read More
2024-04-15 08:30
I think of the Final Destination log truck scene every time I pass a truck carrying wood. Every single time. A Series Of Unfortunate Events No, not the Jim Carrey film – not even the N… Read More
2024-04-13 14:20
I’ll be completely honest: while everyone around me has always raved about The Big Bang Theory, I’ve never found the show funny. Ever. Perhaps it’s the subject matter or th… Read More
2024-04-13 13:24
Fame can be a cruel mistress. It might seem hard to believe, but the lives of some of Hollywood’s most popular actors are marred with tragic stories that beat any drama film by a long… Read More
2024-04-12 19:35
Some movies exist for pure and unashamed enjoyment. After a tough week at work, you call up some friends and catch a movie to laugh and unwind. Civil War is not one of those movies… Read More
2024-04-12 14:31
Everyone knows the Web-Head loves nothing more than to run his mouth while fighting off the villains. That said, he’s also experienced some intentional and unintentionally hilarious mo… Read More
2024-04-12 14:11
It’s a sad fact of life that some of the most promising people are taken long before their best works are done. In the world of cinema, losing a rising young star can be one of the mos… Read More
2024-04-12 14:04
When you think of great comedies of the past decade or so, two franchises come to mind immediately: Horrible Bosses and The Hangover. To be fair, none of the sequels ever matched the side-sp… Read More
2024-04-12 13:35
The ’90s saw the continued dominance of the action genre at the box office. Before comic book fantasy and mega franchises dominated the film landscape as they do today, there were acti… Read More
2024-04-12 13:06
If one were to make a list of the most harmless animals on the planet, bunny rabbits could easily top that list. Maybe that’s why they can be found so often in horror movies: you would… Read More
2024-04-12 12:41
Years after its release, Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining (one of the smartest movies of all time) remains unexplained and one of the most controversial movies ever made. Hundreds of fan… Read More
2024-04-12 12:04
Whenever someone passes away, one of the things that immediately happens naturally is that we collectively reflect on the person’s legacy – both the good and the bad parts of it… Read More
2024-04-12 11:43
Once a movie is released, some filmmakers might comment on how their creative visions were “tampered with” by the production studios. That’s when a ‘Director’s… Read More
2024-04-11 15:41
Superman’s controversial decision not to save Jonathan Kent’s life in Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel is the most important choice the Last Son of Krypton has ever had to make… Read More
2024-04-11 15:06
Sharing a clip from the original film, actor Matthew McConaughey has hinted at the possibility of a Reign Of Fire 2 — but does it need a sequel? A Classic Dragon Story Like all great c… Read More
2024-04-11 14:23
Based on the wildly popular 1988 comic book one-shot by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland, the anticipation soared for Batman: The Killing Joke movie. Not only would it adapt the fan-favourite so… Read More
2024-04-11 13:44
When it comes to lowbrow comedies, no one does it better than Adam Sandler. Deny it all you want, but those Netflix stats don’t lie. But what if we told you that this role was once occ… Read More
2024-04-11 13:17
Ah, the Sega Genesis days. A simpler time when you didn’t need to purchase a season pass or coordinate time zones with your friend in Japan. No, if you wanted to play, you’d fire… Read More
2024-04-11 13:08
A while back, we posted an article titled 7 Marvel Characters Who Come From South Africa. It’s only fair that we do a follow-up featuring DC characters who come from South Africa. And… Read More
2024-04-11 12:58
The Last of Us Part II seems to have divided fans – with Abby getting the most hate. But she should be key to The Last of Us 3 and the upcoming Season 2 of the TV series. The Game Ever… Read More
2024-04-11 12:36
Culture wars aren’t just being fought in government and workplaces. They’re taking place in our own homes through movies and television shows. While it’s good and well-seei… Read More
2024-04-11 12:34
It goes to show that a lot of people aren’t comic book fans but only crave attention and validation for their “hot takes. Because if they’d bother to actually do some resea… Read More
2024-04-11 10:18
Most South Africans who grew up in the ’80s probably have fond memories of a local superhero named Die Swart Kat (translated as The Black Cat). The Classic Die Swart Kat TV Show In Sou… Read More
2024-04-11 10:10
Weather manipulation would seem like an obvious ability in comic books; however, not many superheroes actually have the ability to control it. While controlling electricity and lightning is… Read More
2024-04-11 09:59
Mortal Kombat vs. Street Fighter is a game nearly every fighting game fan wants to see. But is it actually a good idea, and how will it work? A Crossover Nearly Happened Two mortal enemies n… Read More
2024-04-11 09:52
How tall the Incredible Hulk is really depends on the medium. In the comics, Hulk’s height and strength vary depending on the situation, but generally, his height and weight seem to ho… Read More
2024-04-11 09:00
The issue of Superman fathering a child has been the subject of some debate. Here are a few examples of Superman as a father...
How Many Children Does Superman Have? Is He A Good Dad? Writte… Read More
2024-04-11 08:15
With Joker: Folie à Deux inching closer to its release, fans have realised that Batman isn’t a part of this Joker’s story. This has raised many questions about whether we… Read More
2024-04-10 13:30
It’s a little hard to know what went wrong with the ‘90s, but I’m pretty sure 1993 was when the rot really started to show. It was the year of The Last Action Hero, Super M… Read More
2024-04-10 10:20
The hero for fun, Saitama, also known as the Caped Baldy, has been widely considered one of the most popular anime characters of all time. And just like his fame, Saitama is also possibly th… Read More
2024-04-10 10:10
Wrestlers turned actors? By now, most fans are more prone to accept what was considered taboo for years: wrestling (at least that of the WWE kind) is mostly an act. That doesn’t mean t… Read More
2024-04-10 09:39
In recent years, things seem to have changed for good ol’ Pixar. Their latest films lack that certain je ne sais quoi that made earlier Pixar movies so iconic. Is Pixar losing its magi… Read More
2024-04-10 08:33
To qualify as a Disney princess, a character must meet the following criteria: Be female. Have a primary role in a Disney film. Be royal by birth or marriage. And star in a commercially succ… Read More
2024-04-10 07:40
The first rule of making a good horror film is that you don’t break the rules of horror movies. Scream It may be dated, but Scream is still one of the best horror films ever made. It&r&hell…Read More
2024-04-10 07:00
The latest devices from the Redmi Note 13 series is the perfect companion to your smart home and a smart life with Xiaomi.
Unlock the Smart Life With The Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Series Written… Read More
2024-04-09 20:05
A look at the most powerful weapons in the DC Universe, including the Lantern Ring, the Batsuit, the Lasso of Truth and more.
The 20 Most Powerful Weapons In The DC Comics Universe Written b… Read More
2024-04-09 18:40
After hearing Xhosa spoken by T’Challa and T’Chaka in Captain America: Civil War, it’s easy to assume that Wakanda is the cinematic universe’s version of South Africa… Read More
2024-04-09 14:39
Think back to childhood; odds are you spent an inordinate amount of time watching funny kids cartoons. Until recently, watching cartoons on programmed television was simply part of being a k… Read More
2024-04-09 13:47
It’s often said that art imitates life, and the masterpiece known as Mortal Kombat is no different. From the first game’s realistic digitised graphics and use of actors and marti… Read More
2024-04-08 20:53
One of the most overlooked actors for the role of Batman is Person of Interest's Jim Caviezel. He would be really great behind the cowl.
Why Jim Caviezel Should Be DC’s Next Batman Wri… Read More
2024-04-08 20:51
Herbert Chavez, who believes he is the world’s biggest Superman fan, has undergone 16 years of cosmetic surgery (21 in total and £4,400) to transform himself into his hero. A dre… Read More
2024-04-08 20:48
Like Batman v Superman, it seems there is a longer version of Man of Steel out there somewhere. The final running time that hit theatres was only 2 hours and 23 minutes. However, the very fi… Read More
2024-04-08 20:47
On the internet, Danbo (not to be confused with Danish cheese) is more than just a corrugated cardboard character; it is a lovable Japanese cardboard robot to which many sites are dedicated… Read More
2024-04-08 20:45
Most of us were forced to tune into the simulcast broadcast on the radio in order to catch The Amazing Spider-Man in English on SABC 1. For those feeling nostalgic, here is the original Xhos… Read More
2024-04-08 20:44
In 2014, we had the opportunity to catch up with Michele Ivey (the “Ninja Turtle girl”), owner of Cowabunga Corner, to discuss her love for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and t… Read More
2024-04-08 20:39
Have you ever noticed the earthy tones of the zombie clothing in ABC’s The Walking Dead? Have you ever noticed the change of wardrobe in different locations? How about the way zombies… Read More
2024-04-08 20:34
To this day, despite multiple comics, shows and TV appearances, it is hard to think of Batman as a father. We know that over the years, Batman has fathered children with Selina Kyle (Helena… Read More
2024-04-08 12:59
Besides collecting a string of boy Robins along the way, Batman has kept souvenirs and trophies from his battles and adventures in the Batcave. Over the years, he has gone against Superman… Read More
2024-04-05 17:16
The Matrix 5 has been given the green light, but Neo and Trinity don’t need to be part of the franchise’s return. The Sequels The Matrix franchise has a rather mixed history in t… Read More
2024-04-05 16:58
Are we ready to have an honest conversation about Tom Holland’s Spider-Man movies? Well, it’s necessary because with all the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) hype clouding our jud… Read More
2024-04-04 16:00
It’s time to go back to the start – or at least before the beginning – in Arkasha Stevenson’s The First Omen. Set before the events of The Omen, the prequel follows A… Read More
2024-04-03 19:04
Xiaomi begins the countdown for the release of the Redmi Note 13 Series, which arrives in South Africa soil on 10 April 2024.
Xiaomi Prepares to Change the Game with Redmi Note 13 Series Wri… Read More
2024-04-03 14:39
In the wake of one of the most disastrous years for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the entire franchise has undergone an intense makeover – including, of course, slowing down on their… Read More
2024-04-03 13:21
They say you should never meet your heroes—and that goes double for actors and celebrities who play heroes on the silver screen. Just ask that female fan Ezra Miller choked a few years… Read More
2024-04-02 14:14
When news first broke that Colin Farrell was set to play Oswald Cobblepot/The Penguin in Matt Reeves’ The Batman, reactions were… mixed, to say the least. This always happens wh… Read More
2024-04-02 12:17
Based on Guy Ritchie’s 2019 film, The Gentlemen lit up Netflix ever since it landed on the platform on March 7. Despite the success, no one could have predicted it would still stand as… Read More
2024-03-29 09:55
Let’s face it: not all good movies are made for everyone. Sometimes, a good movie requires a good mind to appreciate it. Sometimes, people are too lazy to appreciate a masterpiece. Som… Read More
2024-03-28 18:45
After a lot of anticipation, Sony Pictures Animation has finally dropped the first Spider-Verse animated short, The Spider Within, on YouTube. While many fans were bitterly disappointed with… Read More
2024-03-28 08:51
There have been plenty of Kaiju-based films over the years, ever since the original Godzilla film aired in 1954. Moreover, the King of the Monsters has been featured in many films over the s… Read More
2024-03-27 16:54
While Lindsay Lohan had an auspicious start to her career, gaining the level of fame and fortune that she did at such an early age somewhat caused her downfall. After years of seeing only up… Read More
2024-03-27 14:02
It’s been a while since a noir detective series strutted its way onto the screen and reeled in the viewers with its web of mystery. Yet, Apple TV+’s Sugar not only has the star p… Read More
2024-03-27 13:13
We’ve come a long way from that day in 1963 when the French author Pierre Boulle published La Planète des singes, effectively beginning one of the most iconic media franchi… Read More
2024-03-27 13:00
It is hardly a secret that DC has not had the best of luck with their recent superhero films. From the seemingly endless controversies that surrounded The Flash and the terrible critic revie… Read More
2024-03-27 12:53
As Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes director Wes Ball is gearing up for the upcoming release of the continuation of his epic tale about sentient apes, Total Film managed to get him to sit d… Read More
2024-03-26 14:30
If you missed the Max Payne craze of the early 2000s, don’t worry; Remedy Entertainment and Rockstar Studios have you covered. This might be old news at this point, but Remedy Entertai… Read More
2024-03-25 19:45
If you loved the Max Payne franchise that started in 2001 and want to see what it would look like if it were next-gen and set in the 24th century instead of the 21st, we have some excellent… Read More
2024-03-25 16:21
There are many gorgeous actresses who have managed to pull off the role of Catwoman over the years: Julie Newmar, Eartha Kitt, Michelle Pfeifer, Halle Berry, Anne Hathaway, and most recently… Read More
2024-03-25 10:12
Doug Liman’s Road House punched its way onto Prime Video on March 21. Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Daniela Melchior, and Conor McGregor, the remake of the cult 1989 film received praise u… Read More
2024-03-24 19:21
When it comes to superhero roles, Jake Gyllenhaal feels like the almost man. Back in the early 2000s, he was eyed to replace Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker in Spider-Man 2 after issues betwee… Read More
2024-03-23 18:26
Netflix is turning another great manga and anime into a live-action Korean horror series on their streaming service, and it has some serious potential. The trailer looks excellent, and the t… Read More
2024-03-22 13:17
Venom is returning to cinema screens for his third solo adventure, titled Venom: The Last Dance and the title is surprisingly meta and potentially more revealing about the film than it might… Read More
2024-03-22 13:04
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has had a Blade reboot in the works for years, but the Daywalker’s proper entry into the franchise has been a frustratingly slow one that still has… Read More
2024-03-22 07:43
Team Ninja returns with the PlayStation 5 exclusive title Rise of the Ronin. While there’s an understandably heavy influence of the Nioh franchise in the developer’s latest title… Read More
2024-03-21 11:20
In a galaxy far, far away, the boundaries of what we know about Star Wars are about to expand. Disney+’s new series, The Acolyte, is poised to redefine our understanding of the univers… Read More
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