REVIEWS
Minions & Monsters is not the first to point to Old Hollywood, but it’s particularly resonant as viewers find joy and amusement in the idea of these lovable little creatures so intentionally recreating scenes that are otherwise considered serious moments of cinematic history.
With the whole season (barring the last episode) taking place over the course of one day, the beloved restaurant and its found family of chefs find themselves faced with the worst conditions any operating business can have. The business is running on empty, how much worse can it get for the crew? Season 5 is one last adrenaline-filled ride in the restaurant, wrapping up each character beautifully with wholesome endings.
It’s riveting to see Kara on the big screen at full power. Her fight scenes are captivating and full of fun choreography, and Alcock’s perfect blend of rage and despair bubbling under the surface of Kara’s nonchalant exterior completely embodies the iconic hero.
INTERVIEWS
After a date goes sour, resulting in being drugged and robbed, John (Henry Ashton) turns to his brother Frank (Jake Flannigan), a small-time gangster, for help. I got the chance to speak with Director Blake Butler to discuss the filmmaking process behind his latest short film: Devil’s Breath (2026).
Ahead of its screening at South by Southwest 2026, we had the chance to speak with Director Renée Marie Petropoulos and Producer Yingna Lu on their insight into the Souvenir’s depiction of boundaries in relationships and uncomfortable power dynamics.
Through tight acting, eerily realistic practical effects, and a suspenseful climax, the film is a graphic depiction of the dangers plastic poses even more now that it’s inside of us. We sat with Director Guy Trevellyan and Actress Anna Popplewell to discuss these themes.
ESSAYS
Gun belts, wide hats, and sunset duels, the cowboy has fueled the imagination of many authors, both in literature and film. Yet, the vision we have of these lonesome riders is not so faithful in depicting the real-life workers.
As the video features their tightest choreography to date alongside biting lyrics calling attention to their status as an irreplaceable powerhouse, the imitation begs the question: How does Park’s film factor into BTS’ long-awaited comeback?
Between the blue-haired singer Stuart “2D” Pot, the satanist bassist Murdoc Niccals, the martial arts expert guitarist Noodle, and Russel Hobbs, the drummer haunted by the ghost of his friend, Gorillaz are designed to mark the spirit.
