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'Jurassic World: Rebirth' Review: The Latest Jurassic Park Sequel Might Be The Worst Yet

Despite featuring a star-studded cast, 'Jurassic World: Rebirth' fails to deliver substantial impact, relying on a tired formula that lacks originality.

Film

#m3gan

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

'M3GAN 2.0' is more of an expansion pack than an upgrade

Marketing tech

The New M3GAN Should Be Called MORG4N

fromwww.npr.org

Arts

'M3GAN 2.0' is more of an expansion pack than an upgrade

Marketing tech

The New M3GAN Should Be Called MORG4N

more#m3gan

fromThe Verge

M3gan 2.0 is a fun upgrade that's a little too self-aware

M3gan 2.0 balances humor and horror while exploring the implications of AI, though it struggles to replicate the original's charm.

#film

Social media marketing

A Tech Masterpiece Is Getting A Sequel Nobody Asked For

London politics

The 28 Years Later Sequel Is Less Than A Year Away

Boston Bruins

The Accountant 2 Can Not Be Taken Seriously

Boston food

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

'Another Simple Favor' review: Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick are having a blast in this even campier sequel

'Another Simple Favor' features Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick's returning roles, delivered with compelling storylines and heightened drama set in Italy.

9 months ago

Miscellaneous

Review: 'Smile 2' flirts with gross-out horror masterpiece status

"Smile 2" is a successful sequel that blends horror with a commentary on fame, highlighted by Naomi Scott's standout performance.

Social media marketing

A Tech Masterpiece Is Getting A Sequel Nobody Asked For

London politics

The 28 Years Later Sequel Is Less Than A Year Away

Boston Bruins

The Accountant 2 Can Not Be Taken Seriously

The Accountant 2 blends action with themes of autism, though it maintains a Hollywood perspective that focuses on savantism.

Boston food

fromDatebook | San Francisco Arts & Entertainment Guide

'Another Simple Favor' review: Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick are having a blast in this even campier sequel

'Another Simple Favor' features Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick's returning roles, delivered with compelling storylines and heightened drama set in Italy.

9 months ago

Miscellaneous

Review: 'Smile 2' flirts with gross-out horror masterpiece status

Video games

The Complete DEATH STRANDING Timeline

Video games

Death Stranding 2's Scoring Well With Test Reviewers, But Kojima Isn't Satisfied

Video games

The Complete DEATH STRANDING Timeline

Video games

Death Stranding 2's Scoring Well With Test Reviewers, But Kojima Isn't Satisfied

Video games

Death Stranding 2 Review - Tied Up

Video games

Revenge Of The Savage Planet Review - A Goo(d) Time

Video games

Ghost Of Yotei: Check Out Over 40 New Screenshots Of The PS5 Exclusive

Video games

Death Stranding 2 Review - Tied Up

Video games

Revenge Of The Savage Planet Review - A Goo(d) Time

Video games

Ghost Of Yotei: Check Out Over 40 New Screenshots Of The PS5 Exclusive

Independent films

'28 Years Later' writer Alex Garland says sequel fatigue is real - and that Marvel shares the blame

Independent films

The 34 most anticipated movies of the summer

fromConsequence

Star Wars, James Bond, and Corporate America's Hunt for Bigger, Not Better

Studios have moved from producing mere sequels to expansive franchise strategies involving legacy-quels, spinoffs, and prequels.

Independent films

'28 Years Later' writer Alex Garland says sequel fatigue is real - and that Marvel shares the blame

Independent films

The 34 most anticipated movies of the summer

fromConsequence

Star Wars, James Bond, and Corporate America's Hunt for Bigger, Not Better

Studios have moved from producing mere sequels to expansive franchise strategies involving legacy-quels, spinoffs, and prequels.

more#film-industry

Making Grounded 2 Was The Only Way Obsidian Could Introduce This Key Feature

Grounded 2 was developed due to technological limitations and the desire to implement new features that couldn't be properly enabled in the first game.

Arts

fromwww.npr.org

11 movies to watch this summer: Sequels, a new 'Superman,' and edgy originals, too

Hollywood's blockbuster season highlights several anticipated sequels and original films, indicating trends and thematic diversity this summer.

New titles include sequels like 28 Years Later and originals like East of Wall and Sorry Baby.

Tom Cruise's Most Exciting Action Sequel Just Got A Promising Update

Tom Cruise is keen on making a Top Gun 3, with the story already developed.

#disney

Independent films

Will There Be A 'Lilo & Stitch' Live-Action Sequel? Disney's Not Opposed

Independent films

Why Disney isn't taking big swings anymore

Film

Say goodbye to any hopes you had of more original Disney films, because Moana 2 had a ridiculous record breaking weekend

Independent films

Will There Be A 'Lilo & Stitch' Live-Action Sequel? Disney's Not Opposed

Why Disney isn't taking big swings anymore

Disney's current box office strategy heavily relies on sequels and reboots.

CEO Bob Iger emphasizes familiarity in content to attract audiences.

Upcoming Disney films continue to focus on classic stories and characters.

Film

Say goodbye to any hopes you had of more original Disney films, because Moana 2 had a ridiculous record breaking weekend

more#disney

fromtime.com

The 37 Most Anticipated Movies of Summer 2025

Hollywood's upcoming summer lineup showcases a mixture of sequels and original works, emphasizing the ease of franchising when the content feels fresh, amidst a sea of remakes.

Independent films

Film

fromNew York Post

'10 Things I Hate About You' director reveals he's working on a sequel - with a nod to Heath Ledger

A follow-up film to '10 Things I Hate About You' called '10 Things I Hate About Dating' is officially in development.

OMG science

Doctor Who Recap: Sign of the Times

Sequels can disappoint even if they're good, often highlighting the greatness of their predecessors.

#film-review

Film

Review | 'The Accountant 2': Life on the spectrum, with knuckles bared

Writing

Did Beetlejuice 2's writers abandon ship halfway through?

Film

Review | 'The Accountant 2': Life on the spectrum, with knuckles bared

Writing

Did Beetlejuice 2's writers abandon ship halfway through?

more#film-review

4 Years Later, The Most Underrated Jedi Is Finally Getting Her Own Star Wars Show

Star Wars: Visions offers a unique anthology that diverges from traditional canon while exploring a wide range of storytelling styles.

Video games

fromKotaku

Minecraft Movie Has Earned Over Half A Billion At The Box Office

A Minecraft Movie has grossed over $550 million globally and is on track to potentially reach one billion dollars.

6 Years Later, A Cursed Sci-Fi Horror Sequel Is Finally Happening

Happy Death Day 3 is officially moving forward after years of uncertainty, reviving hopes for the franchise's continuation with a new group-oriented twist.

The 10 most unnecessary movie trilogies in movie history - sorry

Trilogies in Hollywood often succeed or fail based on audience reception and financial performance, with many unnecessary iterations diluting original stories.

Film

Which of These Movies Are Actually Coming Out in 2026?

CinemaCon highlights the dominance of IP-driven franchises in upcoming films, signaling a preference for sequels over original content.

#movies

fromHackernoon

Independent films

6 Movie Sequels We Deserve (But Never Got) | HackerNoon

fromwww.theguardian.com

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Same old stories: is this going to be Hollywood's laziest year ever?

fromHackernoon

Independent films

6 Movie Sequels We Deserve (But Never Got) | HackerNoon

fromwww.theguardian.com

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Same old stories: is this going to be Hollywood's laziest year ever?

more#movies

fromwww.theguardian.com

5 months ago

Will Dune: Messiah be Villeneuve's crowning achievement, or the moment the spice runs dry?

Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune excels amidst Hollywood's trend of disappointing sci-fi sequels, combining grandeur with essential themes of existence.

Miscellaneous

6 months ago

30 Years Ago, The Follow-Up To The Worst 'Highlander' Sequel Was Somehow Worse

Highlander 3's mediocrity is arguably worse than Highlander 2's chaos, despite being technically better.

Video games

6 months ago

James Cameron keeps teasing Avatar 3's evil Na'vi clan and 'brave choices' and I think my boy Jake Sully might be cooked

James Cameron promises surprising elements and bold choices in Avatar: Fire and Ash, expected to outshine competition in 2025.

Portland

fromPortland Mercury

Speed 2: Cruise Control

Sequels offer continuity and nostalgia, allowing characters and communities to evolve in familiar worlds, reflecting life's cycles and human experiences.

2 years ago

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse Is Coming to Our Universe

Sony is committed to expanding the Spider-Verse franchise following the success of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

fromBuzzFeed

People Are Divided On Which Movie Should Rightfully Be Crowned As The "#1 Best Film Of 2024"

2024 marks a significant resurgence in cinema, featuring both notable original films and beloved sequels.

#gladiator

Video games

Every Gladiator II actor is in their own wild version of the movie - so let's rank them

fromIndieWire

Film

'Gladiator II' Review: Paul Mescal Enters the Colosseum in a Dull Retread of the Original

Video games

Every Gladiator II actor is in their own wild version of the movie - so let's rank them

fromIndieWire

Film

'Gladiator II' Review: Paul Mescal Enters the Colosseum in a Dull Retread of the Original

Miscellaneous

It's Thumbs-down for the Forgettable Ending of Gladiator II

fromInsideHook

Miscellaneous

The Historical Masterpiece Actually Worth Waiting a Decade For

Miscellaneous

It's Thumbs-down for the Forgettable Ending of Gladiator II

fromInsideHook

Miscellaneous

The Historical Masterpiece Actually Worth Waiting a Decade For

more#gladiator-ii

9 months ago

Jumanji 3 gets a 2026 release date, as if creativity wasn't dead enough already

A third Jumanji film is set for release on December 11, 2026, with original cast and director returning.

#beetlejuice

fromwww.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Lackluster Beetlejuice' sequel still dominating box office

Film

Could 'Beetlejuice 3' Actually Happen? Here's What Tim Burton Thinks

fromwww.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

Lackluster Beetlejuice' sequel still dominating box office