Michelle Rodriguez minced no words as she expressed her preference for the shape Fast Forever should take. It’s the 11th and final installment of a franchise that has asked her to play many roles, including that of a seductress, a long-suffering wife, and a cheater of death. But it all began with a gritty action movie about a gang of street racers in Los Angeles. At the 25th-anniversary celebrations of the blockbuster series, Rodriguez was asked where she hopes the final installment will take the characters that audiences across the world have grown to love. She firmly put her foot down against the creative decisions that have driven the series into increasingly outlandish directions over the last decade.

Beginning with the fifth installment, Fast Five, the franchise pivoted away from its street racing origins and embraced a globe-trotting heist-thriller vibe. The central team, led by Vin Diesel‘s character, Dominic Toretto, was enlisted by shadowy government agencies to take down international criminals and save the world. While cars were somehow always central to their schemes, the team also found itself sending a couple of members into outer space, racing against a nuclear-powered submarine, and floating across skyscrapers in Dubai. Rodriguez isn’t having any more of this. She told The Hollywood Reporter:

“My big hope, if I have any wish for the last one, is that they bring it back to the community. Because that community has kept us alive for 25 years, and it’s a global community. It has to do with cars, man, not this 007 bring your cars to space s**t. Let’s get back to what it all started as: an article in the paper about the racing. Let’s go back there.”

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Over the last two-and-a-half decades, the franchise has grossed nearly $7.5 billion at the worldwide box office. The most recent installment, Fast X, survived a tumultuous production and debuted theatrically in 2023. Produced on a reported budget of nearly $380 million, it grossed $714 million worldwide and was generally perceived as having underperformed. The final installment has been in the works for years, and is currently stuck in the Vin-Diesel-sharing-Instagram-updates stage. He recently said that the movie would begin shooting in December, and that reading the script brought him to tears. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.

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March 17, 2028

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Louis Leterrier

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Christina Hodson, Michael Lesslie, Oren Uziel, Gary Scott Thompson

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The gold standard of any fantasy franchise has always been The Lord of the Rings. Peter Jackson’s early-aughts trilogy stands apart when it comes to visuals, music, and acting. The themes of good triumphing over evil are as necessary today as they were two decades ago. Just like The Ring, there can only be one Lord of the Rings, but there are many ventures that reinvented the genre while paying homage to the near-perfect series.

The Mighty Nein is the natural progression of the fantasy genre, and it has the Rotten Tomatoes score to prove it. The 100% animated Dungeons & Dragons-inspired show would be nowhere without the tropes and mechanics of The Lord of the Rings. However, it also pulls from Terry Pratchett’s essential world-building fantasy series, Discworld, which has spent decades satirizing the world of fantasy.

‘The Mighty Nein’ Is as Humorous as It Is Emotional

The Mighty Nein is not the first Prime Video series from the minds of the Critical Role team, but it is the show that perfects the model. After the D&D roleplaying team created the animated series, The Legend of Vox Machina, they came out with The Mighty Nein. The entirely new cast of characters is about as reluctant as a team can be.

The new party unites when a mysterious resurrection relic is stolen from the Kryn Dynasty for nefarious purposes. This would be a solid set-up to any campaign, but The Mighty Nein marries solid fantasy tropes formed in The Lord of the Rings with humor prevalent in Terry Pratchett’s series of books. Just as in Discworld, the Prime Video series takes these tropes and twists them to delightful effect.

The character archetypes aren’t as expected, leading to conflict and laughs. The half-orc Fjord (Travis Willingham) is the opposite of what some might come to expect. The sailor is largely a coward and would have died if it weren’t for the divine intervention of a deity. He lies his way through the adventure, while catching the eye of Jester (Laura Bailey), a Tiefling who assures everyone that she gets her powers from the seldom-seen “Traveler.”

The tone of The Mighty Nein is more akin to what someone would expect from Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves. Many of the characters are out of their element when they are called to action, leading to many appreciated shenanigans. The Prime Video animated venture balances this tone exceedingly well with the heart-wrenching plot turns that are familiar to fans of The Lord of the Rings.

Like any D&D party, many of the characters have tragic backstories, including Caleb (Liam O’Brien), a wizard who forms a strong bond with an alcoholic Goblin, Nott the Brave (Sam Riegel). Both are outcasts in their own way, and the most shocking part of the season is the revelation of where Caleb really comes from. His character lore is heartbreaking and complicated, which is one of the main reasons why he is an outlier. No one joins a D&D campaign if they have a decent home life.

Caleb and Nott’s relationship functions much like a child and a parent, only the wizard is the child. Nott has her own demons and has setbacks. These character dynamics are what elevate The Mighty Nein above most fantasy shows of its ilk. It seamlessly demonstrates heartache as well as humor, making a story unique unto itself.

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November 19, 2025

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Micah Gunnell, Mari Yang, Ed Tadem, Eugene Lee

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Marque Franklin-Williams, Tania Lotia, Sam Riegel, Tasha Huo, Travis Willingham, Zak Schwartz

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Jack Coleman is remembering Hayden Panettiere as a gifted performer whose vulnerability made her extraordinary on screen while leaving her exposed to the darker side of fame. The actor, who played Panettiere’s on-screen father in NBC’s “Heroes,” shared an emotional tribute following her death at age 36. Coleman celebrated their two-decade bond while condemning the paparazzi and reporters who pursued her when she was still a teenager.

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Coleman shared photographs of himself and Panettiere from their years together on “Heroes” in an Instagram tribute. “I’m heartbroken. I couldn’t begin to put my thoughts into words until now, and they will be inadequate,” he began.

The actors met while filming the pilot for “Heroes,” which premiered in 2006. Panettiere played Claire Bennet, a teenage cheerleader with the ability to heal from otherwise fatal injuries, while Coleman portrayed her protective adoptive father, Noah Bennet.

“I’ve loved Hayden since day one of the pilot of ‘Heroes,’ 20 years ago, when she introduced herself by shouting ‘daddy’ and throwing her arms around me. From that day on, she called me daddio. She was Haydini, because she was a magician,” Coleman recalled.

The Actress Faced Inappropriate Questions As A Teenager

Coleman also reflected on how quickly Panettiere’s profile grew after “Heroes” became a hit. “By 17 she was #1 on IMDB Pro. She was routinely asked obnoxious questions, mostly some version of ‘when are you going to go off the rails?’” he wrote. “Today, we’d recognize those questions for the misogynistic provocations they were.”

The questions placed Panettiere inside a damaging narrative frequently imposed on young female celebrities during the 2000s. Rather than concentrating exclusively on her work, interviewers seemingly anticipated that she would eventually experience a public breakdown.

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Jack Coleman Says Hayden Panettiere Was ‘Hunted’

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The actor reserved some of his strongest criticism for the photographers who followed Panettiere away from work. “She was hunted. Everywhere she went, there were photographers with 300 millimeter lenses,” Coleman wrote, explaining that the distant lenses could transform even innocent moments into photographs that appeared suspicious or sensational.

Coleman then recalled an incident in which photographers allegedly followed Panettiere to his home. “Once, when she came to our house, paparazzi hid in the bushes behind our yard and drove onto neighbors’ lawns,” he said. “They were predatory. No one, especially a teenager, should be targeted that way.”

His account describes a level of intrusion that went beyond photographing Panettiere at premieres or other public events. According to Coleman, photographers invaded residential spaces simply to capture images of the young actress during her private time.

Coleman did not suggest that the paparazzi were responsible for Panettiere’s later personal struggles or her death. Instead, his tribute criticized an entertainment culture that treated a teenage actress’s privacy as something available for public consumption.

‘Heroes’ Star Remembers An Actress Who ‘Felt Everything’

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Coleman concluded his tribute by acknowledging the complicated relationship between Panettiere’s emotional sensitivity and her talent. “Today I’m filled with sorrow and regret. And anger. But that’s for another time,” he wrote.

The actor said he wanted to focus on the person he knew rather than allow his anger to overshadow her memory. “Right now I want to remember an extraordinary young woman who was blessed and cursed. She was vulnerable. She felt everything,” he wrote. “It made her a remarkable actor and susceptible to the heartache and thousand natural shocks that flesh is heir to.”

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Panettiere’s ability to convey vulnerability helped make Claire one of the most memorable characters on “Heroes.” The character’s physical invincibility often contrasted with her emotional isolation, fear and desire for an ordinary life.

That complexity helped establish Panettiere as one of the faces of the NBC superhero drama during its four-season run from 2006 until 2010. Coleman later returned as Noah Bennet for the 2015 follow-up miniseries, “Heroes Reborn.”

Hayden Panettiere’s Co-Stars Continue Sharing Tributes

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Coleman is among several members of the “Heroes” family who have honored Panettiere since her death. Sendhil Ramamurthy, who portrayed Mohinder Suresh, remembered Panettiere for defending background actors who were allegedly treated poorly. He also recalled how she made an effort to learn the names of crew members working behind the scenes.

“Heroes” creator Tim Kring similarly celebrated her professionalism and natural acting ability in an essay for Variety. “Hayden was a true team player, which was important for a show with a large ensemble cast. She was levelheaded beyond her years as a person, with an almost savant-like quality about her work,” Kring wrote.

He also described Panettiere as a “singularly talented” performer who could uncover drama, humor and emotional depth within a scene.

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Together, the tributes portray Panettiere as someone who cared about the people around her despite facing extraordinary pressure herself.

The Investigation Into Hayden Panettiere’s Death Remains Ongoing

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Panettiere died in Greenville, South Carolina, on August 16. The Greenville Police Department said its preliminary investigation found no indications of foul play or suspicious circumstances.

The Greenville County Coroner’s Office completed an autopsy and reported that no visible injuries or trauma contributed to her death. Her official cause and manner of death remain pending further testing, including toxicology results.

Coleman’s tribute arrives as authorities continue their work, but his focus remained on the friend and on-screen daughter he knew for 20 years.

By speaking about the invasive treatment Panettiere endured as a teenager, he also turned his grief into a broader warning about the cost of treating young performers as targets rather than people.

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General Hospital drops the ghost of Peter August (Wes Ramsey) and he is living rent-free in Anna Devane’s (Finola Hughes) head, telling her that Britt Westbourne (Kelly Thiebaud) needs to die. And we’ve got Anna listening and following his orders.

This week, things took a darker turn when Anna visited Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard). And what happens next could be downright scary. Today we’re talking about how Anna is making specific and what may be horrifying plans to deal with Britt. I think Anna may be planning a torture shack.

General Hospital: Anna Still in Desperate Need of Help

So, let’s be real. Anna’s mental health is not recovered. Not the way everybody thinks. She told the doctors in France exactly what they wanted to hear so that she could get released and come back to Port Charles. Anna seems to genuinely believe Faison is dead and no longer a threat. So that’s good. But that doesn’t mean Anna’s okay. We saw it before she even left the French psych hospital.

She’s hallucinating Peter. He’s in Anna’s head whispering that she needs revenge. That the only way she’ll ever be safe is if every last one of Cesar Faison’s (Anders Hove) children is gone. And right now, Anna is following those orders. Remember, when Britt asked Anna for help finding out what happened to Cassius Faison (Ryan Paevey) and his body? Britt told Anna that knowing would give Liesl Obrecht (Kathleen Gati) some closure and some peace. And Anna’s first instinct was to say no. So, she did. But then Peter popped up and told Anna to go back and say yes.

Peter’s Strategy on GH

Because Peter said if Britt felt like she owed Anna, then Britt would be easier to manipulate later. And I think he was right. It might make it much easier for Anna to lure Britt out to the woods for a good old-fashioned kidnapping and torture scheme. That hospital interaction with them made it clear that Ghost Peter is calling the shots. He’s been pushing this agenda for a while that Britt has to die. And after this week, I think Anna is ready to take action. And that’s why she went to see Sonny. And that sent red flags flying.

Anna and Sonny talked about their shared struggles with mental health. And then Anna dropped this request that should have set off every alarm bell in Port Charles. She told Sonny being locked in the Wyndemere tunnels and then confined in the French clinic left her with this really bad claustrophobia. So, Anna asked Sonny to sell her a piece of his hundreds of acres of remote mountaintop property.

Anna said she wants to build a secluded retreat for herself. She was very clear when she told Sonny she doesn’t want anybody to know. Not even Diane Miller (Carolyn Hennesy) Because when Sonny offered to have Diane drop the sales paperwork, Anna freaked out and shut it down really hard. She made it clear she wants this place completely off the books.

Totally secret. And Sonny agreed to sell it to her in secret, but he also suggested that maybe Anna needs to see a therapist. And for a second, she actually looked like she might consider Sonny’s advice because Anna knows deep down she is not okay.

General Hospital: Anna Can’t Help but Listen to Peter

But the moment she walked out of Sonny’s house, guess what? Ghost Peter was right there. He appeared and told her she does not need a shrink because Anna has him. And if we’ve learned anything, it’s that she is definitely listening to Peter. I don’t think Anna is going to get the professional help she needs. At least not until something or someone forces the issue. And I doubt she’s buying that remote mountaintop land from Sonny for a cozy little retreat. I feel like Anna is going to set up a private location where there’s zero witnesses, far from any neighbors that might hear loud noises, you know, like Britt screaming.

Originally, I thought Anna might go a classic route to get rid of her. You know, push Britt down the stairs at the hospital, tamper with her brakes, drug her, you know. Heck, Anna’s got a gun. She could have even shot her. But with this new secret property that she got from Sonny, the possibilities actually get a lot darker.

Anna’s Twisted Revenge Plot on GH

I fully believe Anna is going to lure Britt up there, hold her captive, and take her time, tormenting her with Peter orchestrating every step, just punishing her for the sins of her father, Faison. So, we could very well see Anna torturing Britt on Peter’s orders.  The same way Leisel once tortured Peter in a cabin in the woods if you remember. That irony would be brutal. And of course, Anna herself was tortured by an antagonist. So, this might be some sort of twisted full circle for her in that regard.

And of course, Britt’s disappearance wouldn’t go unnoticed for too long. Elizabeth Webber (Rebecca Herbst) and Stella Henry (Vernee Watson) might think it’s just Britt running off without notice, like she’s done more than once in the past, but I think Jason Morgan (Steve Burton) will figure it out a lot faster than anybody else. But once he realizes something’s wrong, how will Jason find her?

Because Anna’s clever, she would turn off her phone, cover her tracks, and since Jason’s not working for Sonny, he has fewer resources. And with Sonny also leaving the mob, you know, Jason might not even go to Sonny for help. And even if Jason goes to Sonny, there’s no reason for Anna to be on their radar. However, if somebody tells Jason the last person they saw Britt talking to was Anna, then he might tell Sonny, who might go, “Hmm”.

General Hospital: Sonny Connects the Dots

And then he might tell Jason, “Okay, well, I just happened to sell Anna a bunch of remote acreage.” And I could see Jason going to see Anna and asking about Britt, maybe noticing that Anna seems really off. And if he gets that info from Sonny, then Jason might go tracking them down. I could see him following all the way to Anna’s new remote sanctuary. We all know Britt isn’t going to die, whether she escapes on her own or somebody like Jason, Sonny, or some other player rescues her.

I do think she’ll get away and that I think this is going to be this big turning point for Anna because once Britt’s found and tells everybody what happened, the people who love Anna will have to face the truth that she’s not better, she’s been misleading them, and that Anna still needs serious professional help, especially if she mentions Peter has been in her head. But first, before that, I think things are going to get genuinely scary for Britt.

Anna has the motive, which is Peter’s voice in her head. She’ll have the opportunity now that she’s buying a secret piece of land no one else will know about and Anna’s got the means to commit this crime which is growing mental instability that’s keeping her from seeing things clearly. So means, motive, opportunity.

Things Taking a Dark Turn on General Hospital

General Hospital has dark stories, but hallucinating Anna and her building a torture shack for Britt might be pretty unsettling. I cannot think of one legit reason for Anna to really want that mountain property. I don’t think she’s planning to build a retreat. And if she gets Britt up to that mountain, planning to torment and ultimately kill her, I think it could be really insane.

And since Britt has been chronically late to work and has disappeared before, there’s a chance Anna could get away with this kidnapping, at least for a little while, and people might think Britt just flaked out. But hopefully Jason wouldn’t fall for that. I do suspect others might also worry.

But the bottom line is Anna’s under Peter’s control. And since he’s not real, this is Anna’s own psyche going off the rails, pushing her to do terrible things. And it’s all back to that torture that happened to Anna. But it’s also kind of odd that she focused on Peter as the manifestation of all this that’s in her head.

But I think that’s also back to Anna’s regret that she wasn’t his real mother and that Peter wasn’t raised better. And Anna also has that guilt for sitting there watching Peter die instead of calling 911 and possibly saving him after a fatal blow. There was, I think, still time to possibly save Peter, but Anna realized he was a villain that needed to die. And now her psyche is eating her alive, and Britt may pay the ultimate price.

American cinema has had its fair share of golden eras over the past century, from the grandeur and glamour of Old Hollywood to the innovative grit of the new wave movement of the ‘70s, and even to an emerging age of blockbuster brilliance today. However, the 1990s remain perhaps the most fascinating decade for Hollywood, as the striking flourish of indie experimentation conjured an era of daring originality, technological advancement, and astute storytelling that continues to influence the medium.

Given that this list is intended to focus solely on American films, it is important to note that pictures co-funded by other countries have not been considered, meaning defining classics like The Matrix, Before Sunrise, and Fargo won’t be here. Even with these exclusions being made, the movies that do make up the list epitomize the conviction, expertise, and pioneering dare of American cinema throughout the 1990s.

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‘Good Will Hunting’ (1997)

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Beautifully human, emotionally gratifying, and faultlessly written and performed, Good Will Hunting was one of the major success stories of the late ‘90s. Following Will Hunting (Matt Damon) as he attends court-mandated therapy while being torn between an unlikely professional opportunity, the comfort of his hard-edged friends, and possibly the love of his life, it juggles comedic wit, poignant depth, and heartbreaking drama with aplomb.

The true stroke of brilliance is that it never once feels forced or manufactured. Instead, it runs as an authentic tale of life’s complexity compounded by themes of self-worth, vulnerability, and the agony of opportunity. The film is further elevated by Robin Williams’ Oscar-winning turn as Hunting’s psychologist, which has come to be one of the most beloved performances in cinematic history. Good Will Hunting continues to soar as a timeless masterpiece of grounded and uplifting drama, a defining icon of ‘90s cinema, and an emblem of underdog success in Hollywood.

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‘Jurassic Park’ (1993)

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Steven Spielberg had already proven himself to be the maestro of blockbuster brilliance over the course of the two decades prior, but he took his game to a new level entirely with Jurassic Park. Based on Michael Crichton‘s novel, it follows a small group of scientists and special guests whose visit to an amusement park housing cloned dinosaurs turns into a frantic nightmare when the park’s safety measures fail, allowing the dinosaurs to roam free.

Every aspect is handled with craftsmanship and creative majesty, from the revolutionary visual effects that pioneered a new age of digital filmmaking to the deftness and depth of the performances, the thematic punch of the screenplay, and, of course, John Williams‘ gorgeous score. Scenes like the grand reveal of the Brachiosaurus, the T-Rex chasing the Jeep, and the Raptors stalking about the kitchen are all ingrained in the lifeblood of Hollywood splendor, presenting an awe-inspiring spectacle that epitomizes trademark Spielbergian movie magic.

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‘The Lion King’ (1994)

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A defining triumph of animated cinema, an ageless marriage of family storytelling and Shakespearean drama, and a foundational cultural pillar of ‘90s entertainment, The Lion King is as iconic and important as any movie made in the past 40 years. Inspired by Hamlet, it follows the young lion prince of Pride Rock as he is forced to flee his home and abandon his crown after his scheming uncle kills his father. When Simba (Matthew Broderick) returns years later, he must confront his evil uncle in order to save the kingdom.

Its basis in William Shakespeare’s classic story imbues it with a dramatic weight that is rare in animated family adventures. However, The Lion King is adept at marrying this narrative intensity with vibrant animation, gleefully enjoyable characters, and a litany of truly unforgettable musical numbers courtesy of Hans Zimmer and Elton John’s work on the score. Its appeal is truly universal, and its brilliance has transcended generations for 32 years to see it stand as one of the most beloved and enduring masterpieces of ‘90s cinema.

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‘Toy Story’ (1995)

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Outside of the birth of the format in the 1930s, the 1990s mark the single most important decade for animated cinema. It was a time of cultural resurgence that was defined by a noticeable pivot to more mature storytelling and groundbreaking advancements in the form. Toy Story is the perfect beacon of this, with its ability to juxtapose its fun-loving story of the secret life of toys against piercing thematic ideas of abandonment and jealousy, all while pioneering the future of animated cinema by being the first full-length picture made entirely with computer graphics.

Furthermore, it marks the feature film debut of Pixar Animation Studios, setting a standard of visual splendor, accessible brilliance, and poignant depth that has become the trademark of the production company. Toy Story remains unsurpassed as both Pixar’s greatest ever release and as the most influential animated movie of all time, a perfect marriage of technical innovation, universally accessible storytelling, and imaginative awe that is every bit as spellbinding today as it was in 1995.

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‘The Silence of the Lambs’ (1991)

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A visceral marriage of grueling crime thrills and terrifying psychological horror, The Silence of the Lambs is a macabre masterpiece of ‘90s cinema defined by its astonishing performances and Jonathan Demme‘s faultless direction. Jodie Foster stars as Clarice Starling, an FBI cadet sent to question imprisoned serial killer and former psychiatrist Dr. Hannibal Lecter (Anthony Hopkins) to gain his insights on an active investigation. Thus follows an intense mental duel between the young agent and the criminal mastermind.

With just 16 minutes of screen time, Hopkins commands the screen as the chilling and volatile cannibalistic psychopath, making him one of the defining villains in cinematic history. However, the movie around him is ceaselessly excellent, exuding a patient and meticulous control that keeps viewers enthralled from beginning to end. The Silence of the Lambs became just the third movie to win the “Big Five” at the Academy Awards as well as the only horror movie to win Best Picture in the history of the ceremony.

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‘Terminator 2: Judgment Day’ (1991)

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The early part of any decade is always going to feature some overlapping trends and elements of the decade it succeeded. Nothing defined ’80s cinema quite like action bombast, and yet arguably the greatest action movie ever made didn’t hit cinemas until 1991. Directed by James Cameron, Terminator 2: Judgment Day delivers an invigorating spin on its predecessor as the T-800 (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is sent back in time to protect John Connor (Edward Furlong) from an advanced Terminator machine. Meanwhile, Sarah Connor (Linda Hamilton) plots to eradicate Skynet before it can start its war against humanity.

A masterclass in blockbuster filmmaking, it combines the engrossing crunch of practical effects with groundbreaking CGI, leading to an immaculate spectacle of high-octane carnage. However, Terminator 2: Judgment Day also treats viewers to an emotionally engrossing story of connection, humanity, and hope as well, delivering one of the most moving blockbuster masterpieces in Hollywood history as well as one of the most ageless and perfect.

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‘Pulp Fiction’ (1994)

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The definitive spearhead of indie filmmaking, Pulp Fiction reinvented mainstream cinema overnight when it premiered in 1994. A sublime marriage of comedic irreverence and brutal high-stakes crime that is given even more panache by its non-linear narrative structure, it revolves around the bizarre and manic experiences of several figures embedded within the Los Angeles criminal underworld.

It was a lightning bolt of genre-mixing brilliance that took the cinematic world by storm. Pulp Fiction not only spawned a litany of imitators that copied its infectious blending of effortless cool, ultra-violence, and low-key yet highly stylized conversations, but it also enshrined Quentin Tarantino as one of the most influential modern filmmakers. It remains one of the most feverishly entertaining movies ever made, an exuberant gem of addictive cinema that revels in everything from black comedy to gangland chaos.

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‘Schindler’s List’ (1993)

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In November 1992, Steven Spielberg finished principal photography on the aforementioned Jurassic Park. Just three months later, production began on Schindler’s List in Poland. It’s difficult to comprehend, simply from the perspective of how much time, effort, and preparation go into a feature film production. It becomes borderline impossible to conceive how it was achieved when one looks at the monumental scale, harrowing might, and ceaseless perfection of Schindler’s List.

The Holocaust drama follows Oskar Schindler (Liam Neeson) as he uses his occupation and his favorable standing with the Nazi Party to recruit Jewish workers to his factories, ensuring they are spared from almost certain death in the concentration camps. Spielberg masterfully grounds the incomprehensible evil of the Holocaust in intimate moments of character depth and connection. Bolstered by the visceral rawness of the violence, a litany of exceptional performances, another outstanding score from John Williams, and the stark beauty of its black-and-white cinematography, Schindler’s List is a masterpiece on all fronts and one of the greatest movies of all time.

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‘Goodfellas’ (1990)

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Martin Scorsese has directed 27 feature-length films throughout his career, including other ‘90s classics like Casino, The Age of Innocence, and Cape Fear. Given the extensive range of his body of work and the consistent quality of his films, it speaks volumes that 1990’s Goodfellas is so widely regarded as being his crowning glory. A biographical gangster movie, it follows the life of Henry Hill (Ray Liotta) as he rises from an impoverished youth to a major figure in the mafia.

Goodfellas brilliantly immerses viewers in the luxury, power, and prestige of life in organized crime before turning the infectious fantasy into a ferocious nightmare of paranoia. Manic performances and sequences like the mercurial Copacabana tracking shot endow it with a liveliness that still feels fresh and hypnotic 36 years later. It is unquestionably one of the greatest gangster movies of all time and a defining triumph of ‘90s cinema at large.

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‘The Shawshank Redemption’ (1993)

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Given its cultural status and universal admiration in today’s world, it is difficult to comprehend that The Shawshank Redemption finished its theatrical run as an agonizing box office flop. It’s ample proof that commercial performance is far from everything in cinema, as the 1993 classic delivers a truly timeless story of friendship, hope, and resilience. It follows Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), a banker who gradually adjusts to life behind bars as he forms a tight-knit friendship with Red (Morgan Freeman) and uses his skills to gain favour with the warden in exchange for minor luxuries for his fellow inmates.

Steeped in old-fashioned storytelling, The Shawshank Redemption excels at holding humanistic warmth and brutal realism hand-in-hand. The grim reality of Andy’s first years and Brooks’ (James Whitmore) inability to adjust to life outside illustrate the painful depths of the story, but the irresistible and pervasive tone of camaraderie ensures there is meaning and beauty to the movie as well. Complimented by a note-perfect ending, The Shawshank Redemption is a quintessential and easily admired classic that stands tall among the best-told stories in cinematic history.

Morgan Stewart might be one of the “Rich Kids of Beverly Hills,” but that does not mean that she wants to be one of the “Real Housewives.” 

The 38-year-old found herself at the center of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” casting speculation after fans began wondering if she could join the Bravo franchise. Stewart has now made her position clear, putting an end to the rumors.

Morgan Stewart first became a popular face on E! through “Rich Kids of Beverly Hills.” She later expanded her career into fashion and TV hosting. Stewart recently popped up on “House of Stassi.”

Rumors picked up after Stewart’s name started circulating with the speculation about the next “RHOBH” cast. Her connection to “Beverly Hills” reality television made the possibility especially interesting to fans. The rumor eventually reached Stewart herself, pushing a response out of her. 

Stewart responded directly to the speculation on her Instagram story. She made it clear that she was not joining “RHOBH,” despite the growing conversation around her possible involvement. Her response put the rumors to rest.

“I don’t know what happened today, but no, I am not joining RHOBH,” Stewart wrote in response to a follower on Instagram. The fan wrote, “Morgan, stop playing; we need confirmation if you are on RHOBH or not.” Stewart tagged the “RHOBH” Instagram account in the response. 

Inside The ‘Rich Kids Of Beverly Hills’ Alum’s Relationship With The ‘RHOBH’ Casts

Stewart’s connections also fuel the “RHOBH” casting rumor. The TV personality already has connections to some of the women associated with the show. She is friendly with Kyle Richards, who has publicly supported Morgan’s fashion and activewear lines.

Stewart also has a connection with Dorit Kemsley. The two have similar looks, and fans also point out their doppelganger resemblance. This was shared by therealhousewiveszone on Instagram.

The connections have made fans think of the possibility of Stewart on “RHOBH.” “Let this be true,” a fan commented. Her history with the “Beverly Hills” social scene adds to the speculation surrounding a possible move to Bravo.

Morgan Stewart Once Played Along With The ‘RHOBH’ Idea

Stewart had fun with the idea of joining the “RHOBH” show. She took part in a “Necessary Realness” game centered on “RHOBH.” She was asked to guess whether famous Housewives quotes came from her or one of the women on the show. 

The video came during the “RHOBH” reunion period and featured Stewart reacting to memorable quotes from the Housewives. She played along with the game while showing how familiar she was with the cast and their personalities. The game itself did not announce Morgan as a new Housewife.

Stewart playfully guessed whether the quotes were made by her in the video shared by E! News. She was asked whether she could fit into the Beverly Hills franchise. Her recent response suggests the speculation might not be true.

The TV Personality’s Career Is Beyond Reality TV

Stewart did not remain focused on reality television after “Rich Kids of Beverly Hills.” She moved into entertainment hosting and became part of E! ‘s programming lineup. Forbes reported that she hosted “Nightly Pop,” co-hosted “Daily Pop,“ and fronted E! Online’s Necessary Realness.

Fashion has also remained an important part of Stewart’s career. She launched Morgan Stewart Sport with LA Collective in 2016 and later became its creative director. Forbes reported that her work on the brand developed alongside her growing career at E!.

The TV personality has built a reputation for having a distinct personal style. She was known for styling herself in unique but subtle ways. Stewart viewed herself as someone who did not simply follow trends.

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Morgan Stewart’s Family Life Has Kept Her In The Spotlight

Away from her career, Stewart has also shared parts of her family life with her audience. She secretly married musician Jordan McGraw in December 2020 while she was seven months pregnant with their first child. The couple later welcomed two children, Row and Grey.

Their decision to stop expanding their family also became a topic on Stewart’s show. The Blast reported that McGraw underwent a vasectomy after the birth of their second child. Stewart joked about the procedure and said, “No more babies.”

Stewart has also made career decisions around spending more time with her children. In 2022, she announced that she would leave “Daily Pop” while continuing with “Nightly Pop.” She said at the time that she wanted to enjoy the mornings with her babies while they were still young.

Morgan Stewart is not joining the “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” at least for now.

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In the last few years, Apple TV has become a staple streaming service for all the biggest sci-fi shows. While the first series that may come to mind is Severance, especially due to its cultural impact in the last few years, it recently lost its crown as the most-watched Apple TV sci-fi show ever. This title now belongs to Pluribus, the latest sci-fi series from writer/creator Vince Gilligan. If Gilligan’s name sounds familiar, it’s because he also wrote all episodes of one of the greatest TV shows of all time in Breaking Bad, which stars Bryan Cranston opposite Aaron Paul. Apple TV has also had other sci-fi shows to fall back on in the last few years, like Foundation and Invasion, cementing the platform as the go-to streaming home for the best original sci-fi programming.

Another criminally underrated sci-fi show from the last few years to wow audiences on Apple TV is Murderbot, starring Alexander Skarsgård, brother of Bill Skarsgård and son of Stellan Skarsgård. Apple TV dropped all episodes of Murderbot over a few months during the first half of 2025, and the show was picked up for Season 2, but updates about the new season have been few and far between the last few months. However, news broke yesterday that Murderbot Season 2 is officially expanding its cast, but not in the traditional sense with a few new members. Murderbot Season 2 has added 25 new members to its cast, including Blair Underwood, Brendan Hunt, Bridget Everett, Britne Oldford, Damian Young, Divian Ladwa, Ella Jay Basco, Etienne Beydon, Griffin Newman, Jaedynn Latter, Jason George, Kali Reis, Katy O’Brian, Maddy Strauss, Marc Menchaca, Martha Plimpton, Meredith Salenger, Michael Sheen, Nia Otchere-Sarfo, Nicholas Braun, Patton Oswalt, Steve Buscemi, Topher Grace, Tramell Tillman, and Wanda Sykes. Details about their roles are being kept under wraps for now.

What Is ‘Murderbot’ About?

Apple TV’s official synopsis for Murderbot, which earned scores of 95% from critics and 82% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes, reads as follows: “In a high-tech future, a rogue security robot secretly gains free will; to stay hidden, it reluctantly joins a new mission protecting scientists on a dangerous planet even though it just wants to binge soap operas.” One of the most exciting new cast members to join Murderbot Season 2 is Tramell Tillman, who is also famous for his role in Apple TV’s Severance. Tillman also has a key role in the latest MCU blockbuster, Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Check out the first season of Murderbot on Apple TV and stay tuned to Collider for more updates and coverage of Season 2.

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May 15, 2025

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Apple TV+

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Aurora Guerrero, Roseanne Liang

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The Murderbot Diaries

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There’s a new celebrity-approved tumbler in town, and we’re adding it to our wish list. Kendall and Kylie Jenner have both been spotted carrying the HydroJug Traveler, a stylish, insulated tumbler that combines a leak-proof flip-straw lid with a sturdy handle and cup-holder-friendly design, making it an easy pick for everything from Pilates classes to running errands. Even better, HydroJug says its insulation keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours, so that ice water you poured in the morning can still be refreshingly chilly hours later.

Of course, the Jenner sisters aren’t the only ones giving this tumbler their stamp of approval. Shoppers love the HydroJug Traveler, too, praising its leak-proof design, cold-keeping power and seriously cute color selection. If you’re looking for your next go-to water bottle or tumbler, this celeb favorite is worth grabbing — and it’s on sale right now.

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If you’re constantly knocking over your water bottle in the car or tossing it into your bag, the HydroJug Traveler is designed to handle a little chaos. The non-slip rubber base helps keep the tumbler in place, and the tight-sealing lid prevents spills and leaks. One shopper said it even survives being carried upside down by their toddler without a single leak.

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This tumbler is also refreshingly low-maintenance. The straw detaches for a more thorough clean, and the entire tumbler is dishwasher-safe, meaning there’s no need to spend your precious free time scrubbing the remnants of yesterday’s iced coffee.

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