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New Version Of The Mummy Is Bad Parenting Wrapped In Vomit-Soaked Blasphemy
By Chris Sawin
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Lee Cronin’s The Mummy is not a remake of the 1999 version of The Mummy starring Brendan Fraser, but actually a reimagining of the 1932 film starring Boris Karloff. What’s interesting about the original 1932 version of The Mummy is that it was also reimagined for its four sequels, including a crossover with Abbott and Costello.
The new horror film is loaded with gross-out gore, extreme close-up shots, and is undeniably corny even when tension is meant to be high. The Cannon family is annoying as hell. Charlie (Jack Reynor, Midsommar) is a terrible parent. Katie (Natalie Grace) is abducted because he wasn’t watching her at the beginning of the film, and things get increasingly worse because he’s constantly off being dumb in the basement.
His wife, Larissa (Laia Costa), is a delusional twit. When things get bad, and Katie starts eating live scorpions, headbutting her grandmother in the face, breaking her nose, and having half of her leg ripped off because Larissa doesn’t know how to do a proper pedicure, Charlie gives her an out, stating, “Hey, maybe we should have Katie committed somewhere temporarily because we have no idea what the hell we’re doing, and your mom’s face can only take so much punishment.” Larissa takes it personally and thinks Charlie is implying that she can’t take care of her own daughter. He is, and she can’t.
The Cannons are living in this two-story, creaky-ass house with the loudest floorboards known to man. It also has this insane crawlspace with tiny doors leading to every room in the house, which is more convenient than Jason Voorhees digging tunnels to reach every room in the 2009 Friday the 13th remake. They also live with Carmen Santiago (Veronica Falcon), who is Larissa’s mother. Lee Cronin must have a thing against old people and/or grandparents, because this lady is destroyed throughout the film. Those coyotes that have been lurking around the house are eventually put to good use.
Parenting Is Never Easy
Somewhere in Egypt, a family is riding together in their car. The father sings with his three children as the mother quickly turns off the radio and complains that they’re all giving her a headache, then continues the car ride in silence. When they arrive home, their pet bird is left twitching in its cage in a pool of its own blood. The mother grabs the bird in her hand, blood dripping down her arm, and crushes it to death in front of her family.
The parents make their way to their basement, where they’ve been housing a 3,000-year-old sarcophagus. They decide to crack it open and see if the mummy inside has awoken. As the sarcophagus becomes ajar, their torch is blown out, and a hook lifts the father off his feet, pierces through his jaw, and leaves him dangling in the air while choking on his last blood-soaked breath.
American Charlie Cannon has been working in Cairo as a reporter while trying to get a promotion in New York. As he secures his promotion, his daughter, Katie, disappears. She has been visiting a secret friend at the end of their garden for some time now, a woman who claims to be a magician (the mother from the beginning of the film). The magician (Hayat Kamille) kidnaps Katie, and the Cannon family is never the same.
Eight years later, a plane carrying the sarcophagus crashes. When it’s opened by the authorities, Katie is found inside, totally emaciated and wrapped up like a mummy. The rest of the film is spent trying to figure out what happened to her.
A Smell Only A Mother Can Love
What Lee Cronin’s The Mummy has going for it, other than its long-ass name, is that it is ridiculous. The dialogue reads like a bad soap opera, with Charlie being a mega-macho a-hole for no reason, and any sort of human interaction not feeling genuine in the slightest. The film is loaded with projectile vomit, and whatever is going on with Katie can’t decide whether it wants to blatantly rip off The Evil Dead, The Exorcist, or Poltergeist.
Charlie goes jogging out into a sandstorm to search for Katie after she disappears, and is barely fazed by the disastrous natural phenomenon. Katie violently and repeatedly shoves a fireplace poker into her foot after her mother’s attempt at cutting her toenails. Katie is also catatonic throughout most of the film. She breathes these raspy death rattle breaths, chomps her teeth, and gurgles these inhuman noises. She’s violent, unpredictable, with stinky, dried-out skin and long, black Frito fingernails, and can’t move on her own unless it’s convenient to the over-complicated story. She has a face, an appearance, and a smell only a mother can love, apparently.
Before Katie disappeared, the Cannons were expecting another baby. When Katie returns, she has a sister named Maud (Billie Roy). Maud starts off as this kind of cute, harmless kid who turns into an absolute hellion. What she does with teeth is disgusting. The funeral reception sequence, which is where Maud’s tooth obsession culminates, may be the most nauseating and outrageous scene in the film.
Evil Dead Rise was written and directed by Lee Cronin in 2023. His experience of dabbling in a Sam Raimi-created franchise must have left its mark because Lee Cronin’s The Mummy remorsely borrows from Raimi’s work at every opportunity. The film is over two hours long and would be nothing without its reliance on nasty gore. The musical score sounds like a herd of stampeding elephants and viciously assaults your eardrums constantly.
Miserable And Excessive
Lee Cronin’s The Mummy isn’t scary or memorable; it’s raunchy exploitation and over-orchestrated expired cheese. It is a horror film that reeks of nothing but ridiculousness. The sad part is there’s a decent enough concept buried somewhere within this vomit-drenched monstrosity and a killer ambiance that is borderline spine-tingling.
But there’s nothing original here other than influence overkill. Lee Cronin’s The Mummy is like dunking a grenade in a bucket of gasoline, throwing that grenade in a clown car, and witnessing an entire circus melt, crackle, and explode as you try to piss to put it out. It is miserably and excessively grotesque.
Lee Cronin’s The Mummy barfs its way into theaters on April 17.
Michael B. Jordan is still getting used to hearing himself called an Oscar winner. Appearing at CinemaCon for the first time since taking home Best Actor at the Academy Awards, the “Sinners” star admitted the title hasn’t quite sunk in after being introduced with the honor onstage.
The actor’s win also carried a deeper note, as he used his acceptance speech to acknowledge the Black actors who paved the way before him.
At CinemaCon, Jordan used the moment to debut a trailer for “The Thomas Crown Affair,” an upcoming romantic heist film he is set to star in.
Michael B. Jordan Relishes Oscar Win At CinemaCon
Some titles don’t lose their shine, and for Jordan, “Oscar winner” is clearly one of them. Fresh off his Best Actor victory at the Academy Awards, the 39-year-old couldn’t hide his excitement when he was introduced onstage as an “Academy Award winner” during Amazon’s CinemaCon panel.
“I don’t think that will ever get old,” he said, per DiscussingFilm.
It’s been just a month since Jordan picked up the trophy for his dual role as twins Smoke and Stack in “Sinners,” beating out a stacked field that included Timothée Chalamet, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ethan Hawke, and Wagner Moura.
Fans Weigh In On Jordan’s Oscar Moment
Fans had plenty to say about Jordan soaking in the moment, and not all of it was straightforward praise. While many applauded his journey, others couldn’t resist a little sarcasm as the Oscar buzz continues to follow him.
One X user joked, “Don’t worry, it won’t get old because we’re still waiting for the first one to actually match the hype. CinemaCon award energy is strong, though.”
Another chimed in, “Lmaoooo bro still cheesing like he just got the call yesterday.”
Others kept it more celebratory. “Much respect. Of course, it shouldn’t get old, and other actors feel the same way. Congratulations to MBJ again for an epic and well-deserved win!” one fan wrote.
Michael B Jordan Previews New Film At CinemaCon
Jordan wasn’t just at CinemaCon to bask in his recent Oscar glow; he also came with a first look at what’s next. The actor unveiled footage from his upcoming film “The Thomas Crown Affair,” where he stars opposite Adria Arjona.
In the trailer, Jordan steps into the role of Thomas Crown, a seasoned art thief who pulls off a daring heist involving a priceless Sunflowers painting from a museum. But the job becomes complicated when he finds himself drawn to Arjona’s character, the investigator tasked with tracking him down.
“Tell me something, does this billionaire thing really work?” her character asks during a dinner date.
“Usually,” Crown coolly replies.
Jordan Says Role Was Years In The Making
Jordan revealed the role wasn’t just another project, but one he had been chasing for years. “The Thomas Crown Affair” marks a fresh reboot of the franchise, following the 1968 original and its 1999 remake, both centered on a thrill-seeking billionaire art thief locked in a high-stakes game with an investigator.
The new take leans into that same mix of slick action and romance, with Jordan seen racing on a track, cracking open a massive vault, and going head-to-head with multiple adversaries. One standout moment even shows him scaling a skyscraper while strapped to a cable.
Reflecting on how long the idea has stayed with him, Jordan admitted, “I’ve been daydreaming about making this movie for years,” adding that he first saw the 1999 version when he was just 12.
“I wanna be in a movie like that one day,” he recalled thinking at the time, per Entertainment Weekly.
Michael B. Jordan’s New Film Slated For 2027
Jordan confirmed that “The Thomas Crown Affair” is slated to hit theaters on March 5, 2027. As he continues shaping the project, Jordan shared that revisiting the 1968 original helped him better understand the character’s deeper motivations.
“He didn’t just steal, he was making a statement,” Jordan said of Thomas Crown.
The “Fruitvale Station” star is pulling double duty on the film, both starring and directing, marking his second time behind the camera after “Creed III.” He also emphasized the importance of casting the right co-star, explaining he needed someone who could “match [Thomas’] intelligence, his intensity, his charm” before bringing Adria Arjona onstage.
“I’m the luckiest actress to be a part of this movie,” Arjona said. “I truly am.”
Hollywood Hills Home Tied To Multiple Celebs Over The Years
Now, it appears the Hollywood Hills home where Dv4d was staying at the time of his arrest has also been owned by other celebrities. According to TMZ, the property—once owned by Sandra Bullock and previously listed for rent at around $17,500 a month—has also been home to other celebrities over the years. Additionally, the residence was removed from rental listings earlier this year. Though, it remains unclear how long D4vd had been living there before being taken into custody as the investigation continues.
Legal Questions Arise Over D4vd Arrest Process
According to comments made by attorney Mark Geragos on the ‘2 Angry Men’ podcast, some individuals familiar with the District Attorney’s Office reportedly believed more time was needed before filing charges. Meanwhile, others within law enforcement allegedly felt there was enough evidence to move forward sooner. Geragos also suggested that discussions between agencies may have been ongoing behind the scenes as decisions were being weighed.
While the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office has stated it has worked closely with LAPD throughout the case and followed standard procedures. However, questions online are now focusing on how coordination between agencies played out in real time. Geragos has also raised concerns about the timing of the arrest versus formal charging decisions. He also added fuel to the growing conversation around how cases like this are handled before they reach court.
D4vd Arrest Footage Surfaces As Investigation Develops
All of this information has come to light following D4vd’s arrest in connection with the ongoing investigation into the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. As previously reported, surfaced footage obtained by TMZ and other outlets shows the singer being taken into custody by law enforcement in the Hollywood Hills. Furthermore, additional clips capture him with his hands behind his back as officers escorted him down a residential street. Reports say he had not been seen publicly for months prior to the arrest. Continuously, witnesses described a heavy police presence and officers using a loudspeaker before he was detained based on probable cause. And, authorities say the investigation had been closely monitored leading up to the arrest.
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Prince banned Bruce Springsteen and Madonna from his dressing room, drummer reveals 10 years after singer's death
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Bobby Z said that the late musician “found meeting other celebrities very uncomfortable unless he was a fan.”
Meghan Markle has drawn backlash after her Bondi visit outfit was quickly linked for sale online, sparking criticism over mixing humanitarian work with commercial promotion.
While she and Prince Harry met survivors and first responders, critics, including Richard Palmer, questioned the timing. The couple continued engagements across Sydney, including an Invictus Australia event.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry also reflected on royal life, with the duke discussing grief over Princess Diana and Meghan addressing years of online abuse.
Meghan’s outfit from her visit to meet survivors of the Bondi Beach terror attack has quickly become available for purchase online, through a platform where she reportedly earns a commission.
Her look from the Sydney beach visit, which also features Prince Harry in promotional imagery, includes a striped shirt, white jeans, trainers, sunglasses, and a suede bag, all of which are available for sale on the fashion platform OneOff.
According to the Daily Mail, Meghan is said to receive between 10% and 25% from each item sold and is also listed as an investor in the AI-driven shopping site.
Her profile on the platform, where she is styled as “Meghan, Duchess of Sussex,” features several recent appearances, including her current Australia visit, each with direct shopping links.
During the visit, the duchess appeared visibly emotional, speaking with survivors and first responders connected to the December attack that claimed 15 lives.
She also embraced individuals directly affected, including survivor Jessica Chapnik Kahn, who protected her young child during the incident.
The timing of the outfit’s promotion has drawn criticism, with some observers questioning the decision to link her clothing to sales so quickly after a visit with terror attack survivors.
Critics argue that showcasing purchasable looks during such a sensitive engagement blurs the line between humanitarian work and commercial activity.
Royal commentator Richard Palmer described the move as “the starkest example yet of Harry and Meghan’s efforts to commercialize their royal brand.”
He suggested that it could potentially “have alarm bells ringing at the palace and may ultimately prompt further discussion about whether there is a need to strip them of their royal titles,” especially given recent precedents within the family.
The expert added: “The palace can say it’s nothing to do with the institution because Harry and Meghan aren’t publicly-funded members of it – but they are the King’s son and daughter-in-law, and any suggestion of cashing in on royal status reflects badly on the monarchy.”
Meghan Markle Was Slammed Online Over The Business Move
On social media, Meghan’s move to put the outfit she wore to meet Bondi survivors didn’t go unnoticed, prompting mixed reactions.
One person commented on X, “It is astounding that these two are still given opportunities, when they’ve clearly, by past behavior, shown they fully intend to merch and profit tf off of all of it.”
A second individual said, “Her business must be in real trouble if this is the ghoul tactics she’s resorted to? Why did she think this was appropriate? And why would she think normal people would accept this?”
“She is disgusting and wonders why she was ‘the most trolled person in the entire world,’” another harsh critic wrote of the duchess’s business move.
The Sussexes’ Sydney Visit Marks’ Full-Circle Moment’ With Invictus Return
Despite the backlash, the couple continued their engagements across Sydney. At Bondi Beach, they spent time speaking with survivors and first responders, with Harry briefly sharing a light moment greeting a beachgoer before turning his attention back to those affected.
She emphasized the need to confront hate, calling it a major “human problem,” and said the opportunity to connect on a deeper, emotional level made the moment especially meaningful.
Later in the day, the pair were welcomed by crowds gathered at the Sydney Opera House before heading out for a sailing event hosted by Invictus Australia.
At the harbor, they met veteran Joel Vanderzwan, who presented them with custom flip-flops reading “G’day Hazza” and “G’day Megs,” prompting Harry to joke about usually receiving “budgie smugglers.”
They later boarded a wheelchair-accessible vessel designed for injured veterans.
The visit marked a return to Australia for the couple, who last toured the country in 2018 when Harry announced that the Invictus Games would be hosted there. Invictus Australia CEO Michael Hartung described their return to Sydney Harbour as a “full-circle moment.”
The day concluded with the couple attending a rugby match between the New South Wales Waratahs and Moana Pasifika, where they sat alongside Phil Waugh, CEO of the Australian Rugby Union.
Prince Harry Reflects On Princess Diana’s Death As Meghan Markle Opens Up About Online Abuse
During their trip, Harry and Meghan also reflected on their experiences as former working royals.
Speaking at the InterEdge Summit in Melbourne, Harry opened up about the impact of losing his mother, Princess Diana, at a young age, recalling how it shaped his feelings about royal life.
He shared: “After my mum died just before my 13th birthday – I was like: ‘I don’t want this job. I don’t want this role – wherever this is headed, I don’t like it.” However, he later realized he could use his platform to create meaningful change.
Meghan, meanwhile, addressed the effects of online abuse, saying” she was the most trolled person in the entire world.”
Speaking to young people connected to the mental health organization Batyr, she described digital spaces as often “completely anchored and predicated on cruelty to get clicks.
Roommates, it looks like Ice Spice isn’t letting a lil’ fast food beef get in her in her feelings. The rapper came through with a jokey joke while addressing the viral McDonald’s assault incident with a young woman named Vayah in Los Angeles.
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Ice Spice Reacts To Viral McDonald’s Incident
Fans have been waiting for Ice Spice to enter the chat after footage circulated online showing her in a heated altercation with a young woman named Vayah at a McDonald’s restaurant. Late on Friday, April 17, the ‘Munch’ raptress hopped on X (formerly Twitter) to address the situation. Ice didn’t say much, she kept it real cutesy and demure saying, “this wouldn’t happen at Wendy’s.” Ice’s shoutout to Wendy’s didn’t stop there — fans also peeped that she updated her Instagram bio to “@wendy’s princess.”
Ice’s response immediately had fans cutting up with reactions. Plenty of folks said her reaction felt very on brand, especially since she previously opened up about working at Wendy’s before she rose to fame during an appearance on ‘The Kelly Clarkson Show’ in 2025. “There would be really annoying workers and characters. But I would low-key appreciate them. But, like […] low-key, though!,” Ice explained.
The TL Cuts UP After Ice Spice Gives Wendy’s A Shoutout Following Heated Altercation
After TSR reposted Ice Spice’s clap back, the comment section was flooded with reactions. Some folks agreed with her and started naming other fast food spots that they think wouldn’t have left a fight pop off. Meanwhile others said its sad that celebrities can’t even enjoy a normal meal without people bothering them.
Instagram user @liv.the.locsmyth wrote, “This is definitely Waffle House behavior 😭😭”
Instagram user @aimeadame wrote, “Or Chick-fil-A.”
While Instagram user @dhatboi_nes wrote, “Imagine this all end up being for a music video.”
Then Instagram user @ms_katie_baby wrote, “Now Wendy’s finna be in the comments cuttin’ up 😂😂😂😂”
Another Instagram user @lilbit_krissy wrote, “Give her her baddies chain!”
Instagram user @theshawniab wrote, “That’s sad celebrities really can’t enjoy a normal life without getting harassed.”
Then another Instagram user @tracyannthegreat wrote, “This is how you get a brand deal. ❤️ IKTR.”
While another Instagram user @socialfoodology wrote, “Let’s normalize rolling with friends who can fight too 😩 🤷🏾♂️”
Finally, Instagram user @glamour_grl14 wrote, “Chile here comes Wendy’s response in 5…4…3….😂😂😂”
Young Woman Who Attacked Ice Shares Her POV Of The Incident
After clips of Ice and Vayah fighting inside and outside of the McDonald’s circulated online, Vayah reveal what led up to the altercation during an interview. She says things escalated because she didn’t like Ice’s attitude when she approached her and her friend while they were eating inside the restaurant. Vayah also claimed that she walked up trying to compliment them, but when she did Ice told her to leave and called her a “b***h.” Furthermore, Vayah said that’s when she popped off and got in Ice’s face and started throwing hands. After that she claimed Ice allegedly stepped outside the restaurant and kept taking about her, which led them to get into another altercation.
Ice Spice’s lawyer Bradford Cohen also reacted to the incident. TMZ reports that Cohen says the Los Angeles Police Department knows about the situation and that everyone involved including the McDonald’s location will be held accountable.
“The unprovoked attack on my client has been reported to the LAPD, and we will be pursuing any and all avenues to hold the perpetrators responsible for their actions, including criminally and civilly. We are also exploring holding the location responsible for their lack of appropriate security,” Bradford Cohen said in a statement.
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In March 2026, pop star Britney Spears was arrested under suspicion of driving under the influence. The following month, she decided to enter rehab with the encouragement of her two sons: Sean Preston and Jayden James. Although the “Toxic” singer is not due back in court until May 4, a legal expert is weighing in on her decision to seek treatment and how that could affect the outcome of her DUI case.
Britney Spears’ Rehab Stay Could Change The Outcome Of Her DUI Case
Over one month after she was pulled over while driving near her home in Ventura, California, the “Oops!… I Did It Again” singer made the decision to voluntarily check herself into rehab with the support of her family and friends.
Bobby Taghavi, managing partner at personal injury law firm Sweet James and former prosecutor in the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, is not associated with her case, but he did tell PEOPLE magazine that the decision to seek treatment without being ordered to by a court could definitely improve the outcome of her DUI case.
Legal Expert Weighs In On Britney’s Situation
Taghavi told the publication that voluntarily seeking treatment “shows the court and prosecutors that the person is taking the situation seriously before they’re ordered to do anything.”
He went on to say that judges “tend to respond better to proactive accountability than last-minute ‘damage control.’” Although it is unclear if the Princess of Pop could lose her license, he did suggest that her decision to seek treatment could help her avoid time behind bars.
Britney Spears’ DUI Case Could End In Probation
In lieu of jail time, it is possible that a judge could order the “Criminal” singer to undergo counseling, strict probation terms, or even enter educational programs to ensure that she does not relapse again.
“It’s not a guaranteed shield from custody, [but] most judges view it favorably as mitigation, especially when it’s documented, consistent, and shows real commitment,” he explained. “But the court will still look at the underlying facts, and judges prefer proof of participation or completion, not just an announcement.”
Will Britney Spend Time In Jail After Her DUI Arrest?
Taghavi noted that similar offenses usually include probation, fines, penalties, and even DUI school. He did admit that jail is “technically possible,” but “often not the centerpiece” in a typical DUI case. Considering this is her first offense, he suggested it is more likely her license will be suspended for about 4 months.
A separate source told PEOPLE magazine that the “Crossroads” actress was “very upset and shaken” after her arrest. “She’s terrified of going to jail. It’s taken weeks for her to realize that going to rehab is the best option,” the insider shared, noting that her two sons were a “big part” of getting her into a treatment facility.
Britney’s Team Has Reportedly Been Urging Her To Seek Treatment
The source went on to say that Britney’s team has “pushed for treatment” ever since she was arrested. “People around her do care a lot and are constantly trying to support her, but it can be difficult,” they said. “There have been a lot of concerns since the arrest.”
“Her sons were a big part of getting her to rehab. They’ve been clear with her. They just want her to be healthy,” they added. Fans have also been concerned about the pop star’s health due to her erratic social media posts.
“There was a system in place during the conservatorship. Her life was structured and more stable. There were people guiding decisions and making sure things stayed on track. With her independence, you started to see more instability in her day-to-day life,” the insider added.
This Is Not Britney Spears’ First Time In Rehab
In February 2008, the singer was subject to a court-ordered conservatorship that didn’t end until November 2021. Before her conservatorship, she was subject to two psychiatric holds. She also spent more than three months in a rehab facility in 2018.
“My father said that if I didn’t go, then I’d have to go to court, and I’d be embarrassed,” Britney wrote in her memoir, “The Woman In Me,” which was published in October 2023. She claimed that she was prescribed lithium and only allowed to watch an hour of television per day before she was forced to go to bed at 9 PM.
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Miley Cyrus declares herself a 'drag queen,' dedicates powerful speech to 4-year-old self on “RuPaul's Drag Race” finale
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“Life’s a climb, but the view is great,” Cyrus said as the show flashed a picture of the “Hannah Montana” superstar at age 4.
Westerns have been a big part of American cinema for about as long as cinema’s been a thing. Even before sound movies were a thing, you had something like The Great Train Robbery (1903), which is neat to watch and consider how many people who might’ve seen it, upon release, would’ve been able to personally remember actual Wild West times (that film was set in the 1870s… so it’s a bit like a 2026 release taking place in 1996 or something). And beyond America, the Western genre has been popular, because you only need to look at The Good, the Bad and the Ugly and all the spaghetti Westerns to realize as much. That doesn’t make Tombstone a spaghetti Western, but its director, George P. Cosmatos, was born in Italy to Greek parents, so…
No, that’s still a stretch. But Cosmatos did make one of the best Westerns of the second half of the 20th century when he directed Tombstone, which has really endured a great deal, well into the 21st century now. And there is something to be said about the Western genre being appealing outside the U.S., even if America is where the vast majority of Westerns take place, not to mention plenty of American actors having become associated with the genre. A bunch of them show up in Tombstone, with the cast being one reason why it’s still such a classic, but it’s also the way it’s written, the events it dramatizes, and the genuinely cinematic way it’s all put together… all these things help it feel nowhere near as old as you might expect a 33-year-old Western to feel.
What Is ‘Tombstone’ About?
While Tombstone is not a remake, the events of the film might feel familiar to you if you’ve seen a fair few classic Westerns before. It takes place in the titular town of Tombstone, and a good chunk of the runtime is dedicated to the lead-up to the gunfight at the O.K. Corral, which had been previously dramatized in films like My Darling Clementine (1946) and, not so surprisingly, Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957). Tombstone goes a little further, too, exploring the aftermath of the gunfight, particularly the way it led to a cycle of revenge.
Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer) is also a prominent character throughout Tombstone, with Kilmer arguably giving the most memorable performance of anyone who’s ever played that real-life figure.
Much of it’s about Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell) and his family, which makes sense, given Earp’s status as a well-known reputation for the sorts of things he did as a lawman before retiring. He is technically retired at the start of Tombstone, but events transpire to pull him back in, which is a little Unforgiven-esque (but in a good way… it’s good to be reminiscent of Unforgiven). Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer) is also a prominent character throughout Tombstone, with Kilmer arguably giving the most memorable performance of anyone who’s ever played that real-life figure. Speaking of great actors giving memorable performances…
The Impressive Cast of ‘Tombstone’
The ensemble cast assembled for Tombstone is stacked, to the point where even the narrator of the film is a big name: Robert Mitchum. He’s not even seen on screen, but his voice is there, so that’s cool. There is, as already mentioned, Russell and Kilmer in the lead roles, plus… well, it feels lazy to just rattle off all the names here, but it really is the quickest way to establish what an all-star cast this is. So, you’ve got Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton, Powers Boothe, Michael Biehn, Charlton Heston, Stephen Lang, Thomas Haden Church, and Michael Rooker.
Oh, and some actors who became more well-known post-Tombstone, with just small roles here that are more noticeable now that the actors are a little more recognizable, like Billy Bob Thornton, Billy Zane, and Terry O’Quinn. There’s a big cast here, so that’s not even everyone. The only other observation that can be made is that there are three actors here who have appeared in more than three James Cameron movies: Bill Paxton (admittedly, often in supporting/minor roles), Michael Biehn (The Terminator, Aliens, and The Abyss), and Stephen Lang (the three Avatar movies so far). Oh, and Billy Zane was memorably evil in Titanic. As to what James Cameron specifically thinks about Tombstone, it can’t be said for sure, but you’d have to guess he digs it at least a little, right?
Why ‘Tombstone’ Endures After More Than 30 Years
Tombstone is not an outright comedy by any means, nor an action movie in the traditional sense, but part of what makes it great is the fact that it’s quite funny at times, or at least some of the dialogue is, and then when it does want to deliver action, it’s all punchy and satisfying. Cosmatos did seem most at home in the action genre, so that makes sense, since he also directed Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985). Oh, and that one had a screenplay that was co-written by James Cameron, so there’s another Cameron connection. Anyway, Tombstone has particularly good shootouts and showdowns, even if it’s also concerned with doing a little more than just offering action.
There’s a sense of making the Old West feel epic here, and though the characters are made likely broader/simpler than they were in real life, it works with the style of the film and the sense of bombast. It’s one way to depict a Western setting, making it feel kind of mythological, which a lot of Westerns do, in all honesty, and that’s okay. There are other ways that Tombstone aims to reflect reality, with an attention to detail regarding certain historical things that can definitely be admired. It’s largely just entertaining, though, at the end of the day. That feels like the main thing, with lots of individual qualities that can all be admired, you know, individually, but then they also all coalesce to make something big, beefy, and wholly satisfying, as far as Westerns go.
Tombstone
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December 25, 1993
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130 minutes
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George P. Cosmatos
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Kevin Jarre
There have been some amazing horror shows to grace our television screens over the past decade. Whether you were covering your eyes during The Haunting of Hill House or were on the edge of your seat for Squid Game, there are many excellent shows in the horror genre to choose from. But there might be one more underrated horror thriller series from Paramount+ that you’ll need to add to your watchlist if you feel like getting scared out of your wits.
What Is the Horror Series ‘Yellowjackets’ About?
Yellowjackets originally aired on Showtime, starting in 2021. Even though the series has an incredible cast and has garnered some buzz, it definitely hasn’t gotten all of the love it deserves. Three seasons have already been released (after a switch to Paramount+ in 2025), and a fourth and final one is on the way, which means now is the perfect time to tune into the first 29 episodes. Yellowjackets follows two separate timelines. The first takes place in 1996, when a plane carrying a team of teenage soccer players crashes in the wilderness. The second follows the same characters 25 years later, which gives you hints as to which members of the team actually survived.
As each episode unfolds, we learn more about the wildly horrific things the girls experienced as they learn to do whatever it takes to make it to another day in a brutal and unforgiving environment. And then we see how that trauma is still manifesting in their behaviors now that they’re well into adulthood. Yellowjackets isn’t a straightforward look at an unspeakable event and its fallout — instead, it’s a terrifying examination of the horrors of adolescence (specifcally female friendships), as well as complex relationships and trauma bonds. Oh, and then there’s also deliciously gruesome acts of cannibalism, desperate violence, and creepy supernatural vibes that bring this series to another level.
‘Yellowjackets’ Is a Horror Series That Keeps You Guessing
Yellowjackets is a compelling show to watch because there is danger lurking around every corner. The time these characters spend in the wilderness is filled with perils, whether it’s finding enough to eat or making sure you’re not ostracized from the group. But the dangers don’t stop for these characters once they make it back to civilization. The adult survivors are faced with just as many threats to their safety (even if it’s coming from some mystical force that still haunts them). The switching back and forth between timelines creates a tension and increasingly fraught suspense that will have your blood pressure rising with each episode.
Yellowjackets is also a stand-out horror series because of its cinematography, which never fails to assault your senses and leave you stunned. The production design and look of the show ensures that the wilderness and its elements act as another character. Although it’s important to note that the series is very gory, and should be avoided by anyone who gets queasy easily, the haunting narratives are still incredibly gripping to watch for anyone brave enough to tune in.
‘Yellowjackets’ Features a 10/10 Cast
The series would be a must-watch just because of its wildly entertaining storytelling and twists and turns that you won’t see coming. However, Yellowjackets also becomes bingeworthy because it features such a talented cast. Melanie Lynskey, Tawny Cypress, and Ella Purnell all master their gritty and slyly humorous performances, but the show also boasts a fabulous array of famous 1990s actors who are certainly welcome back on our screens. Christina Ricci, Juliette Lewis, Lauren Ambrose, and Hilary Swank all effortlessly remind us why they became stars in the first place. It’s not just the big-name stars who steal scenes, though. Several of the actors portraying the teenagers are extraordinary, especially Jasmin Savoy Brown, Liv Hewson, Sophie Nélisse, Sophie Thatcher, and Samantha Hanratty.
Yellowjackets has earned 10 Emmy nominations, including ones for Lynskey and Ricci, but the horror show still hasn’t received all the acclaim it deserves. The way it answers questions in so many mysteries, allowing each season to unfold in an intricate and fascinating way, is a tribute to its talented writers and actors. Although it’s a bummer that Season 4 will end the show’s journey, there’s no doubt that it will wrap up in a brilliant and twisted way. No release date has been given yet for new episodes (which added actress June Squibb to the cast), but that just means you have plenty of time to dive into this dark and terrifying world.
- Release Date
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2021 – 2026-00-00
- Network
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Showtime, Paramount+ with Showtime
- Showrunner
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Ashley Lyle, Bart Nickerson, Jonathan Lisco
- Directors
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Benjamin Semanoff, Daisy von Scherler Mayer, Deepa Mehta, Eduardo Sánchez, Jeffrey W. Byrd, Liz Garbus, Scott Winant, Eva Sørhaug, Jamie Travis
- Writers
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Liz Phang, Sarah L. Thompson, Ameni Rozsa
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