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Claude Merritt

Claude Merritt explores the world of entertainment with a keen eye. From music to film, TV series, and popular culture, he covers celebrity news and American cultural trends with a lively and critical approach.

Warner Bros. Discovery Believes HBO Max Is in Good Shape, No Matter What Happens to the Company

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HBO Max Flourishes Amid Uncertainty at Warner Bros. Discovery: Future Looks Bright

Exploring the Resilience and Future of HBO Max In a recent earnings call, Warner Bros. ...

By Claude Merritt

‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ Trailer: Quentin Tarantino’s Greatest Film Will Finally Go Wide in Its Ideal Form

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Quentin Tarantino’s Masterpiece ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ Set for Wide Release: Watch Trailer Now!

A New Chapter for ‘Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair’ Quentin Tarantino’s magnum opus, ‘Kill ...

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‘Atropia’ Trailer: Alia Shawkat and Callum Turner Have a Romance in a Fake Middle East

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Alia Shawkat’s Love Story Unfolds in Fictional Middle East: Watch ‘Atropia’ Trailer

Exploring ‘Atropia’: A Cinematic Satire Set in a Simulated Middle East A Debut to Remember ...

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IMDb Gives 12 Different Below the Line Film Professions Some Much Needed Recognition

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IMDb Highlights 12 Key Film Professions: Below the Line Workers Earn Recognition!

In the world of film and television, the spotlight often shines brightest on actors, directors, ...

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You’ll Probably Have to Wait a Few Years for a ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Sequel

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KPop Demon Hunters Sequel Delayed: Fans Must Wait Years for Next Installment!

The Next Chapter for ‘KPop Demon Hunters’: A Sequel in Sight The animated phenomenon ‘KPop ...

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Netflix Won’t Go All-In on Theatrical, but These Movie Theater Stunts Might Make It Cool

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Netflix Hesitates on Theatrical Releases: Could These Movie Theater Stunts Change the Game?

Netflix’s Theatrical Flirtations: More Than Just a Screening While Netflix has long been synonymous with ...

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The Beatles Ladies Revealed: Saoirse Ronan, Anna Sawai, Aimee Lou Wood, and Mia McKenna-Bruce Join Sam Mendes Films

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Beatles’ Leading Ladies Unveiled: Saoirse Ronan, Anna Sawai Star in Sam Mendes’ New Film

They are set to portray Linda McCartney, Yoko Ono, Patti Harrison, and Maureen Starkey in ...

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Florida Expects Production Surge, and a New Statewide Below-the-Line Certification Program Will Help

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Florida’s Production Boom: New Certification Program to Boost Statewide Film Industry

Florida’s Film Industry Gears Up for Growth with New Training Programs A Future Bright with ...

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‘Fackham Hall’ Trailer: ‘Downton Abbey’ Gets ‘The Naked Gun’ Treatment in Period Piece Spoof

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Downton Abbey Meets Naked Gun: Hilarious ‘Fackham Hall’ Trailer Released!

Unveiling ‘Fackham Hall’: A New Comedy That Riffs on British Aristocracy The Revival of Spoof ...

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How Does Crunchyroll Keep Doing This?

Entertainment

Crunchyroll Secrets Revealed: How Do They Stay on Top?

The Rise of Crunchyroll in the Box Office Realm Anime has long been seen as ...

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Jane Schoenbrun to Make TV Debut with ‘Black Hole’ Comic Adaptation for Netflix

Entertainment

Jane Schoenbrun’s TV Debut: Adapting ‘Black Hole’ Comic for Netflix!

Jane Schoenbrun: A Multifaceted Creator’s New Ventures Jane Schoenbrun, a name synonymous with unique and ...

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Johnny Depp to Lead Ti West’s ‘Ebeneezer: A Christmas Carol’ Alongside Andrea Riseborough at Paramount

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Johnny Depp Stars in Ti West’s ‘Ebeneezer: A Christmas Carol’ with Andrea Riseborough at Paramount

Johnny Depp’s upcoming role in “Ebeneezer: A Christmas Carol” marks a significant turn in his ...

By Claude Merritt

‘Selena y Los Dinos’ Trailer: Netflix’s Smash Hit Sundance Doc Puts the Focus Back on Selena’s Groundbreaking Music

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Netflix’s “Selena y Los Dinos”: A Sundance Hit Revisits Iconic Music

A New Look at an Iconic Star: “Selena y Los Dinos” Netflix is gearing up ...

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Netflix Can Now Make a Settlers of Catan Movie and Series, but Not Its Own Catan Game

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Netflix Secures Rights for Settlers of Catan Movie and Series: But No Game Development Allowed!

Netflix Embarks on a Journey to Catan In a bold move blending the world of ...

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Warner Bros. Discovery May Have ‘Multiple Parties’ Interested in Buying It, but Paramount Remains the Most Realistic Option

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Warner Bros. Discovery Sale Buzz: Multiple Buyers Keen, Paramount Leads the Race!

In recent developments, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) has officially announced its openness to sale propositions, ...

By Claude Merritt

‘Primate’ Trailer: Killer Ape Movies Never Go Out of Style, Now with Bonus Nefarious Tablet

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Killer Ape Flicks Stay Trendy: ‘Primate’ Unleashes Chaos with a Dark Tech Twist

The Evolution of Ape Antagonists in Cinema: A Peek into ‘Primate’ The Lingering Appeal of ...

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Other Israel Film Festival Announces 2025 Lineup, Featuring Work by Israeli and Palestinian Filmmakers

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Discover 2025’s Must-See Films: Other Israel Film Festival Showcases Israeli and Palestinian Talent

A Glimpse into the 2025 Other Israel Film Festival The Other Israel Film Festival, a ...

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To Stop Misuses of Sora, Estates Are Using AI to Fight Back Against AI

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Estates Leverage AI to Combat Sora Misuses: A Tech Battle Unfolds

In the rapidly advancing world of artificial intelligence, the recent launch of OpenAI’s Sora 2 ...

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Can M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Magic 8 Ball’ Series Surprise the Way Mattel’s ‘Barbie’ Did? ‘Reply Hazy’

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M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Magic 8 Ball’ Series: Can It Match ‘Barbie’s’ Surprise Success? ‘Reply Hazy’

M. Night Shyamalan Enters the Toy Box with ‘Magic 8 Ball’ In an unexpected twist ...

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Are We Shocked a Sequel to a Cult Fave Like ‘Tron’ Didn’t Become a Mainstream Hit?

Entertainment

Tron Sequel Fails to Go Mainstream: Is Anyone Really Surprised?

The Disappointing Journey of "Tron: Ares" at the Box Office "Tron: Ares," the latest offering ...

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This Is a Cinderella Story the Film Industry Needs

Entertainment

Hollywood’s Cinderella Tale: The Refreshing Story the Film Industry Needs

The Unconventional Rise of a Filmmaker In the chaotic world of filmmaking, where the traditional ...

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DOC NYC Announces 2025 Main Slate Lineup, with Subjects Ranging from Rock and Roll to Competitive Whistling

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DOC NYC 2025 Revealed: From Rock Legends to Whistling Contests

Spotlight on DOC NYC: A Celebration of Nonfiction Film This November, New York City becomes ...

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Filmmakers in Georgia: The Trilith Institute Wants to Give You Money to Make a Movie in Your Home State

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Georgia Filmmakers Alert: Trilith Institute Offers Funding for Local Movie Projects!

Georgia’s Budding Filmmakers Get a Boost with Trilith’s Generous Grant Program In Georgia, a beacon ...

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Michael Mann’s ‘Heat 2’ Picks Up Steam, This Time with Leonardo DiCaprio Circling

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Heat 2 Ignites with Leonardo DiCaprio: Michael Mann’s Thriller Sequel Gains Momentum

The Revival of Michael Mann’s ‘Heat’: A New Chapter with Star-Studded Potential It seems the ...

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AI Recreations of Robin Williams Disgust His Daughter, Zelda: It’s ‘The Human Centipede of Content’

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Zelda Williams Outraged by AI Recreations of Her Father: Calls It ‘The Human Centipede of Content’

Zelda Williams Pleads for an End to AI Reenactments of Her Father Zelda Williams, the ...

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