Reports indicate that during the first screenings of The Toxic Avenger, people walked out. This title is a remake of the film from 1984, this time written and directed by Macon Blair.

However, fans claim that the screenings became overwhelming for many due to the bloody material. Several audience members who attended the screenings later reported significant outcries on social media platforms.

Overkill Of Blood And Gore

One user on Reddit said: "Four people left when the title card appeared. Then another four left after about 10/15 minutes. We stopped counting when a few more people also got up to leave".

The group that attended the movie eventually departed after about 40 minutes: "Simply dreadful", they later added.

Positive Reviews

Despite this, it seems strangely unrelated to the fact that people do not enjoy the end result. As some reviews indicate, the remake appears to be quite faithful to the original and is deeply rooted in the splatter subgenre of horror. The film currently holds an average score of 91% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Today marks the official start of production for Star Wars: Starfighter, a new film directed by Shawn Levy. Filming has begun, and the first images from the set have been released.

Lucasfilm shared a photo taken by Ed Miller, showcasing lead actors Ryan Gosling and Flynn Gray. The atmosphere on set looks energetic and promising.

New Cast Revealed

Until now, only Ryan Gosling was confirmed as a cast member. That has now changed: the full cast list has been announced and includes Matt Smith, Mia Goth, Aaron Pierre, Simon Bird, Jamael Westman, Daniel Ings, and Amy Adams.

The film is described as a completely new, standalone adventure within the Star Wars universe. The story takes place in a time period that has not been explored in previous films or series.

Creative Forces Behind The Project

The script is penned by Jonathan Tropper, while Shawn Levy and Kathleen Kennedy serve as producers. This creative collaboration promises a fresh perspective on the well-known universe.

Day 1: A whole new adventure begins #Starfighterhttps://t.co/eI5xaROQAj pic.twitter.com/8AXiBN4x4B

— Star Wars (@starwars) August 28, 2025

In an official statement, Levy says: "I feel a deep excitement and honor as we embark on Star Wars: Starfighter. Since Kathy Kennedy approached me to develop an original adventure in this incredible world, it feels like a dream come true."

Personal Significance For Levy

Levy continues: "Star Wars has shaped my view of storytelling, how characters and cinematic moments can affect us profoundly. Working with such talented people, both in front of and behind the camera, is the highlight of my career."

Star Wars: Starfighter will hit theaters on May 28, 2027.

Starting Today, you can watch a brand new mystery and revenge thriller on Netflix that will grip you from the start. The Spanish series Dos Tumbas consists of three episodes. Wondering if it’s for you? Here’s what we know about the miniseries.

Dos Tumbas, or Two Graves, revolves around the disappearance of two teenage girls, Verónica and Marta, in a seemingly quiet coastal village in Andalusia. Two years after their disappearance, the case is closed, but Verónica's grandmother – Isabel – decides to search for the truth herself. What follows is a dark mystery where revenge plays a growing role.

From A Winner

The series was created by Agustín Martínez and written together with Jorge Díaz and Antonio Mercero, who also operate under the pseudonym Carmen Mola. This trio is known for thrillers like La novia gitana and La red púrpura. The direction is in the hands of Kike Maíllo, previously responsible for films like Toro and Cosmética del enemigo. He won a Goya for his debut film Eva.

The lead role is played by Kiti Márver, known from hits like La casa de papel and Las chicas del cable. Additionally, we see Álvaro Morte, internationally recognized as El Profesor, along with Hovik Keuchkerian, also from La casa de papel. Zoé Arnao, Carlos Scholz, and Salva Reina also appear in important roles.

Tomorrow

Dos Tumbas consists of just three episodes, making it perfect for binge-watching. The series will be available on Netflix starting Friday, August 29, which is... Today!

Netflix has released a large number of original film productions. Below, you can read about one of the best animated films on the streaming platform: Apollo 10½: A Space Age Childhood by Richard Linklater (School of Rock, Dazed and Confused).

The story of the first moon landing in the summer of 1969 is depicted from two intertwined perspectives. It captures both the viewpoint of the astronaut and the flight control, as well as the perspective of an enthusiastic child living near NASA, who mostly watches it on TV, just like hundreds of millions of others. Ultimately, it serves as both an accurate reconstruction of this remarkable moment in history and the fantasy of a child who is pulled out of his ordinary suburban life to secretly train for a mission to the moon.

Long In The Making

The film is partly based on Linklater's own childhood and is created using similar animation techniques as Linklater's A Scanner Darkly and Waking Life. The idea for the film emerged back in 2004. Initially, he planned to make the film in live-action but instead chose to work with an animation style influenced by Saturday morning cartoons, due to the playful nature of animation.

Glen Powell and Jack Black, two actors who often collaborate with Linklater, lend their voices to two of the main characters.

High Scores

Apollo 10½ flew under the radar upon release but is absolutely worth watching. The film even boasts a solid score of 91% on Rotten Tomatoes. The consensus states: "In the nostalgic Apollo 10 1/2: A Space Age Childhood, Richard Linklater repurposes visual and thematic ingredients in a very personal and fresh way."

Amazon has set a start date for its Mass Effect series, but it remains unclear if this will be a direct adaptation of the iconic game trilogy. The series is scheduled for late 2026, meaning fans will have to wait a bit longer before filming begins.

According to an update, the series is planned to release in Q4 2026. The production overview states that among those involved are Jessica Jones executive producer Karim Zreik, BioWare's Mass Effect head Mike Gamble, and former Marvel Studios producer Ari Arad. Daniel Casey, known for Fast & Furious 9, is writing the screenplay, while Doug Jung, who previously worked on Star Trek Beyond and Mindhunter, will be the showrunner of the series.

What We Know About The Story

The series synopsis closely resembles the storyline of Mass Effect 1: Commander Shepard must stop a rogue Spectre agent, Saren, who is collaborating with the Reapers, a devastating race of synthetic-organic machines. Shepard assembles a team of humans and aliens aboard the Normandy spaceship to prevent a galactic threat.

One challenge for the creators is that Mass Effect is famous for its player choices, including crucial decisions like saving certain characters or the Council. A direct adaptation could limit these choices. At the same time, fans expect iconic characters like Liara, Garrus, and Wrex to make an appearance, even if the story is largely original. Amazon's Fallout series shows that it is possible to remain faithful to the existing game while telling a unique story.

Casting And Earlier Developments

Earlier reports from 2021 suggested that The Witcher actor Henry Cavill was involved in an earlier version of the Mass Effect series, but he now seems no longer associated with the project. For now, it remains to be seen how Amazon finds the balance between canon and originality, and which faces will ultimately bring the universe of Mass Effect to life on screen.