The Current State of the DCU, The Best Netflix Movies of the Year, Selling E.T.
We’re getting closer and closer to the holidays, which means things are getting a little quiet in the showbiz world. But /Film never rests, which means we’re still committed to bringing you a darn fine newsletter full of darn fine links. This latest newsletter has James Gunn addressing the backlash that’s already brewing in regard to changes in the DC Universe. We’ve also got end-of-the-year lists for you list fans, news about a very expensive prop, an update on The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power season 2, and much more.
Have You Heard the News?
The James Gunn/Peter Safran era of the DCU has just begun but it’s already raising some eyebrows among fans. So Gunn took to social media to set some things straight.
The Lord Of The Rings: The Rings Of Power season 2 will feature bigger battles and moments from the appendices.
The E.T. animatronic used in the film sold at auction for over $2.5 million. Think of all the Reese's Pieces that money can buy.
Here’s an update on the RRR sequel!
Violent Night, starring David Harbour as an action hero Santa, is now on PVOD.
Features and Exclusives
Our end-of-year lists keep on coming! First, here are The 15 Best Netflix Original Movies Of 2022, Ranked.
Then we have The Best TV Title Sequences Of 2022, Ranked.
But wait! There’s more! Like The Best Horror Movie Villains Of 2022, Ranked!
And here’s The Best Anime Of 2022, Ranked.
And let’s keep the lists going with 10 Underrated Christmas Comedies Worth Watching This Holiday Season.
Video of the Day
Here’s a video highlighting the working relationship between Steven Spielberg and John Williams, which has been going on now for 50 years. Bonus: Spielberg calls him “Johnny Williams.”
Parting Words
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