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The Expert Take on Lord of the Rings, Rings of Power and The Tolkien Oeuvre
With Rings of Power on the horizon, along with a Gollum prequel and Stephen Colbert's rumored Shadow of the Past, we sat down with Lord of the Rings expert, Dr. Gerry Canavan. Dr. Canavan reacts to iconic scenes from the films and show, contextualizing them within their source material and delving into the deeper meanings behind Tolkien's themes. Let's dive in...
Netflix’s New Western Adaptation’s Changes To Classic 9-Novel Series Detailed By Little House On The Prairie Cast & Creator
Creator Rebecca Sonnenshine and the Little House on the Prairie cast talk the Netflix reboot and the changes it makes from the Western novels.
The Expert Take on the Medieval Rules of House of the Dragon
What Game of Thrones Gets Right About Medieval History: Oxford University medieval studies expert Carolyne Larrington explores the real-world ideas behind Westeros' most unforgettable moments. From the Red Wedding's violation of sacred guest rights to the political importance of bloodlines in House of the Dragon, Professor Larrington reveals how medieval beliefs helped shape George R.R. Martin's world. She also examines Arya Stark's victory over the Night King and the historical origins of trial by combat seen in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms. If you've ever wondered about the medieval history behind Game of Thrones, House of the Dragon dragon riders, or the meaning of Westerosi succession, this breakdown delivers fresh insight.
How Prime Video's Every Year After Adaptation Sets Up Future Seasons Explained By Creator & Author
Carley Fortune, Amy B. Harris and the Every Year After cast talk Prime Video's adaptation of the romantic drama and setting up future seasons.
Vampires are SO Back, but Why? | The Expert Take
Interview With The Vampire and the Vampire Lestat bring a new twist to the classic trope of the Vampire Boyfriend. Vampire expert, Dr. Sorcha Ní Fhlainn dives into what fascinates us about bloodsucker myths; from Twilight vampires sparkling in the sun to Sinner's invitations, to Buffy the Vampire Slayer's Angel's Lack of soul. Why do we love these stories? What do they say about our current culture? Let's dive in...
Alien: Earth Season 2’s Real Monster Isn’t The Xenomorph
Explore why Alien: Earth Season 2’s greatest threat may be humanity itself, as the series shifts focus from Xenomorph horror to deeper conflicts, survival, and the franchise’s most dangerous monster yet.
Samara Weaving & Kyle Gallner’s Carolina Caroline Relationship Is As Romantic As It Is Dangerous
Samara Weaving and Kyle Gallner talk toxic romance in Carolina Caroline, while Kyra Sedgwick & Adam Rehmeier break down the former's big scene.
Paul Rudd's Rousing New Comedy Power Ballad Scrapped A Full Jonas Brothers Reunion
Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas and John Carney talk their rousing new comedy Power Ballad, developing its music, and a scrapped Jonas Brothers cameo idea.
How Nate Bargatze's The Breadwinner Is Changing The Movie Theater Experience
The Breadwinner stars Nate Bargatze and Mandy Moore make pancakes while discussing the Shark Tank set, Taylor Swift needle drops, and the Nate Rate.
Sci-Fi's Obsession With Empire Explained by An Expert
What ties The Mandalorian and Grogu, Dune, Blade Runner and Avatar together? The shared theme of colonial empire. If you've ever wanted a lecture directly from a sci fi expert this is the video essay for you. Georgia Tech professor Lisa Yaszek joins The Expert Take to explain why science fiction keeps returning to empire, control, rebellion and identity. From Blade Runner’s iconic “Tears in Rain” speech to The Mandalorian’s redefinition of heroism, Yaszek explores how sci-fi reflects real-world fears about war, colonialism and corporate power. She dives into Avatar’s obsession with embodied freedom and why Dune remains one of the genre’s most powerful stories about extraction and empire. If you’ve ever wondered why Star Wars, Blade Runner and Dune still feel so relevant, this breakdown connects the dots.
David Tennant & Rivals Season 2 Cast Reflect On The Show's Remarkable Success
Rivals stars David Tennant, Claire Rushbrook, Danny Dyer, and Katherine Parkinson react to season 1's success and share what sets season 2 apart.
The Expert Take: A Real Top Gun Pilot Debunks the Top Gun Franchise
Top Gun Maverick gets a real-world breakdown from retired Marine Corps fighter pilot and former Top Gun instructor Dave Berke. Ever wondered how accurate Hollywood movies are about fighter jets? This is the Expert Take. In honor of Top Gun's 40th Anniversary, Berke reacts to some of the biggest moments from Top Gun and Top Gun: Maverick — from the iconic aircraft carrier launch to Maverick’s Mach 10 Darkstar flight and the movie’s intense final dogfight. He explains what Hollywood gets shockingly right about fighter aviation, where the movies stretch reality, and why Top Gun still resonates with real pilots decades later.
Kerry Washington, Elisabeth Moss & Kate Mara Tease How Imperfect Women Episode 4 Flips The Script On Nancy's Story
Imperfect Women stars Kerry Washington, Elisabeth Moss, and Kate Mara discuss their characters' chemistry and how they dig into the story's layers.
Invincible Star Sandra Oh Previews Debbie Grayson's Emotional Season 4 Journey
Invincible star Sanda Oh discusses Debbie's arc in season 4, how she might handle Omni-Man's return, and whether she'd return for a live-action film.
Invincible Co-Showrunners Robert Kirkman & Simon Racioppa Tease Season 4's Scope
Invincible's Robert Kirkman & Simon Racioppa discuss Mark's moral dilemmas in season 4, adding stories not from the comic, and future season plans.
Send Help Really Tested Rachel McAdams & Dylan O'Brien's Stamina
Send Help stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien talk the Sam Raimi-helmed horror movie and how its survival genre setting tested their stamina.
How The Record-Breaking Send Help Is A True "Raimi Special" Explained By Sam Raimi & Producer
Sam Raimi and producer Zainab Azizi talk the record-breaking Send Help and how it brings back one of the director's most iconic techniques.
Paul Giamatti & Holly Hunter Reveal More About Their Star Trek: Starfleet Academy Rivalry
Starfleet Academy actors Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti explain the origins of their enmity and how they each stepped into the world of Star Trek.
Rick Riordan & Percy Jackson Cast Tease Bigger Scale Of Season 3 Fights
ScreenRant speaks with the cast & crew of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, who hint at season 3's larger cast and epic fights on the red carpet.
Jon Bernthal & Tessa Thompson Are Thrilling Unreliable Narrators In Netflix's New Murder Mystery Crime Series
Jon Bernthal and Tessa Thompson talk Netflix's twisty new murder mystery His & Hers, their characters being unreliable narrators and producing.