The following contains spoilers for Speak No Evil, currently playing in theaters Speak no evils revelations about Ant's family are some of the film's darkest moments. Speak no evil is a brutal remake of a similarly gritty 2022 Danish film, focusing on an average family that is unwittingly lured into a trap by friends they make on vacation. Paddy, Ciara and their son Ant initially seem like a dream to Ben, Louise and their daughter Agnes. Bonding while on holiday, an extended weekend visit to the former family's distant home becomes increasingly uneasy as the film progresses and Speak no…
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The following contains spoilers for Speak No Evil, currently playing in theatersSpeak no evilAnt's comment actually has a couple of meanings, both in the film and outside of it. Based on the 2022 film of the same name, Speak no evil Focuses on a family who finds themselves on a holiday from hell when their hosts prove to be far more insidious than they initially appeared to be. Ant is one of Speak no evil's most tragic character, a largely mute boy who initially seems to be shy and afraid of his parents. The fear becomes more palpable as the…
The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theatersBeetlejuice BeetlejuiceThe main dead characters of each suffered a unique fate either before the events of the film or during it, highlighting the way different decisions set up different fates and statuses in the afterlife. In the world of BeetlejuiceThe afterlife can be a strangely macabre version of real life. There is a lot of bureaucracy to work through, authorities to deal with, and dangerous threats in the form of sandworms and soul suckers. However, the sequel to Tim Burton's horror/comedy classic quietly does a lot of effective world-building through…
The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theatersBeetlejuice Beetlejuice Reveals the origins of Betelgeuse and how he died, revealing the lore of the universe and explaining his proud anti-social personality. Played by Michael Keaton in the original film and inspiring everything from an animated show to a Broadway musical, Betelgeuse was an equally iconic horror/comedy fusion. The undead exterminator who is committed to helping ghosts evict people from their homes, Betelgeuse is actually a relatively minor presence in the original film compared to the movie's focus on the Deetz and Maitlands. This left many subtle mysteries about…
The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theatersJeremy's backstory, interest in Astrid Deetz and final fate in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice are quietly vital to the plot of the film. Ahead of the release of Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceLittle has been revealed about Jeremy. Played by Arthur Conti, Jeremy appears in the aftermath of the funeral for the dead Charles Deetz, whose death set the events of the film. Initially established as a possible love interest for Astrid, Jeremy turns out to have a connection to the supernatural and is the one who finally proves to Astrid that her mother did…
The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theaters Beetlejuice Beetlejuice is an exciting return for some of the most iconic characters in Tim Burton's career. The 1988 film was a blockbuster success when it hit theaters, bringing the Deetz family and the ghostly Maitlans into the orbit of the monstrous undead bio-exorcist, Betelgeuse. The new film brings back a few major characters from the original film, building off the established lore of Beetlejuices live life. At the end of Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceThe film introduced many characters, with the likes of Jenna Ortega, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, and Willem…
The following contains spoilers for Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, currently playing in theaters Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Features several transformations for Betelgeuse, highlighting how easily the character is able to shift into new physical forms. Introduced in BeetlejuiceMichael Keaton's Betelgeuse has a number of wild abilities that he uses to mock, trick and outright kill people who get in his way. As an undead entity that has mastered the art of "bio-exorcism," Betelgeuse is one of the most powerful beings introduced in the series even compared to other characters from Beetlejuice BeetlejuiceBetelgeuse has a litany of powers that help it stand out. This includes…
I'll be right there is a great and critically acclaimed film that is a wonderful bittersweet tribute to parents. The drama focuses on a mother who struggles to cope with all the tasks and responsibilities she faces as a mother to a dysfunctional family. The film focuses on Eddie Falco's Wanda, a friendly and well-mannered woman who finds herself constantly helping those around her. This includes her constantly gambling mother Grace, her recovering addict son Mark, and her pregnant daughter Sarah. On top of that, Wanda finds herself torn between two lovers, both of whom consistently try to make her…
The following contains spoilers for KAOS, now streaming on NetflixKAOS was a great reimagining of Greek mythology, and its best modern remix of the gods has me super pumped for a potential season 2. KAOS is the latest series to use the Greek pantheon to explore modern perspectives on war and love. Following on the success of points like Blood of ZeusIt was a great reminder of the timeless power of those stories and characters, and especially exciting for someone like me who has spent his entire life obsessed with those stories. One of the best parts about KAOS is…
The following contains spoilers for Kaos season 1, now streaming on NetflixChaos Introduces audiences to a new modern take on the pious family of Zeus and Hera. Zeus and Hera are the king and queen of the Olympians in the original Greek mythology that inspired Chaos. The show recreates their roles in the Netflix drama, as well as their original relationship from the ancient stories. It is confirmed in Hera's first appearance that she is Zeus' sister. The pair rule Olympus with an iron fist, but Zeus' increasing paranoia about his prophecy highlights the cracks in their relationship and bond.…