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Not even an unhinged daughter’s murder plot can stop an annoying bird from flying to the top of the streaming charts

The algorithm gods have spoken and deemed that the masses crave the mindless antics of a cartoon bird with a laugh that could make even the most patient Buddhist monk contemplate violence.

It seems implausible that a cackling cartoon woodpecker could steal the spotlight like this. Yet, here we are. Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp, directed by Jonathan A. Rosenbaum, has not just pecked but bulldozed its way to the top of the Netflix streaming charts this week (as per FlixPatrol), leaving the likes of crime documentary What Jennifer Did and Spanish rom-com Love, Divided flapping helplessly in its wake.

Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp is exactly what it sounds like — a sequel nobody asked for, yet everyone watched. Woody finds himself expelled from his forest abode and stumbles into Camp Woo Hoo, which is, of course, on the brink of closure. Cue the slapstick shenanigans and camp-saving heroics that could only impress viewers under the age of five or those nostalgic adults whose standards plummet after their third glass of wine on a Friday night. Or maybe Rosenbaum might just have a secret formula for nostalgic alchemy and seems to know something about audience appetites. Maybe in an era where shows like Stranger Things blend 80s nostalgia with supernatural suspense, the simplicity of a woodpecker might just be the palate cleanser we didn’t know we needed.

However, nobody can deny that Eric Bauza’s Woody is loud, nonsensical, and unapologetically disruptive – qualities that seem to be a perfect fit for the modern viewer’s fragmented attention span.

This hybrid of animation and live-action is about as groundbreaking as a re-run of Full House. That’s not to say that there’s anything wrong with familiarity. Just look at the endless sequels and spin-offs churned out by Pixar and DreamWorks. As long as there’s a recognizable character and a vaguely entertaining plot, audiences will flock to the theaters (or in this case, their streaming feeds).

Sometimes, people crave the comfort of a well-worn formula, and there’s certainly an audience out there for this kind of light, easy-to-digest entertainment. But for those of us who crave something a little more substantial, a little more daring, a little more – dare I say – groundbreaking? Well, let’s just say that Woody Woodpecker Goes to Camp isn’t exactly going to scratch that itch.

But hey, at least, with a 4.6, it’s a step up from the 2017 Woody Woodpecker movie, which scored a whopping 4.2 on IMDb. That’s quite a progress.

On the other hand, with a 6.1 IMDb rating and 18M views in the first five days since its April 10 release, What Jennifer Did has received praise for its handling of the true crime story. So, it didn’t exactly flop. The documentary’s director, Jenny Popplewell, previously helmed the respected American Murder: The Family Next Door, which sets high expectations for her latest work. Despite the controversy surrounding the use of AI-generated photos in What Jennifer Did, the documentary seems to have delivered a well-constructed narrative.

This gritty documentary takes a deep dive into the psyche of Jennifer Pan, a Canadian girl who got so tangled up in her own web of lies about school and life that she ended up hiring people to kill her own parents. In 2014, after a highly publicized trial, Jennifer Pan was found guilty of first-degree murder, attempted murder, and conspiracy to commit murder. She received a life sentence with no possibility of parole for 25 years, highlighting the severity of her actions.

So, it’s not like the true crime show “committed any crimes itself” to embarrass its way down the rankings. But then again, Baby Shark has over 10 billion views on YouTube. Maybe we have a collective obsession with all things bright, colorful, and mind-numbingly repetitive. And what could be more repetitive than a bird who’s been recycling the same shtick since the 1940s?

But hey, who am I to judge? If mindless entertainment is what the people want, then mindless entertainment is what they shall receive. And if that means watching a cartoon bird save a summer camp from the clutches of a generic villain, then so be it. Just don’t come crying to me when your kid starts imitating Woody’s laugh at 3 am.

By: Omar Faruque
Title: Not even an unhinged daughter’s murder plot can stop an annoying bird from flying to the top of the streaming charts
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Published Date: Sun, 21 Apr 2024 22:26:42 +0000

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Aditi Rao Hydari Opens Up on Heeramandi Viral Walk

Aditi Rao Hydari Heeramandi walkAditi Rao Hydari (Photo Credit: Netflix)

Aditi Rao Hydari has recently captured the internet’s attention with her mesmerizing ‘gajagamini walk’ from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Netflix series, Heeramandi. The actor’s graceful performance in the song ‘Saiyaan Hatto Jaao’ has received widespread acclaim, prompting her to express gratitude towards her fans for their love and praise.

How did Aditi Rao Hydari create her viral walk in Heeramandi?

Aditi Rao Hydari recently shared how she feels deeply moved by the positive response to her performance. In a recent interview, she shared her feelings about the unexpected yet heartwarming reaction from the audience. “I am thanking everybody. That walk, just that little tukda from thumri, it is all over the internet. I really didn’t expect that and Sanjay sir did say, ‘Ye chaal bahut important hai (This walk is very important),’” Aditi said. She further reflected on the effort and dedication that went into perfecting the walk, which has now become iconic.

The Heeramandi actor provided a glimpse into the meticulous process behind the creation of the song, highlighting Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s deep involvement in every detail. The dance choreographer was Kruti Mahesh. Despite this, Bhansali engrossed himself in every aspect of the song’s choreography.

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“Kruti Mahesh was there choreographing, but he was completely involved in every detail of the choreography. He was very particular about this walk and how it should happen. How will the dupatta fall, how will the waist move. Exactly when the ‘chan’ sound will be heard… it was quite incredible,” Aditi elaborated. This attention to detail is a hallmark of Bhansali’s work, ensuring that every movement, gesture, and nuance contributes to the overall impact of the scene.

For those unaware, Netflix recently released much-awaited, Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar on May 1, 2024. Since then, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s OTT debut has garnered widespread acclaim for its grandeur, stellar performances, and storyline. It is currently available to stream on Netflix.

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Title: Aditi Rao Hydari Opens Up on Heeramandi Viral Walk
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Published Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 11:19:44 +0000

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‘X-Men ’97’ season finale ending and post-credits scene, explained

Warning: This article contains full spoilers for X-Men ’97 episode 10.

There goes, X-Men ’97 season 1 — easily one of the finest stories Marvel Studios has ever told. Rarely has the studio behind the MCU delivered something both so authentic to its source material and celebratory of these characters and the universe they inhabit.

The bad news? This run of 10 terrific episodes, uncanny in how astonishing they were (see what I did there?), has now come to a close. The good news? This definitely isn’t the end of the road as a second season is on the way. As promised by the finale’s open-ended conclusion and, of course, a post-credits scene teasing what’s coming next.

So what happens in the last scenes of X-Men ’97‘s finale and what does it all mean?

Where are the X-Men?

Jean Grey and Cyclops in X-Men 97 finaleScreenshot via Marvel Animation/Disney Plus

“Tolerance is Extinction, Part 3” picks up right where we left off, with the X-Men trying to stop Magneto and Bastion’s competing plans to end life on Earth.

After the X-Men succeed in destroying Bastion’s Asteroid M, before it collides with the planet, the team are missing and presumed dead in the explosion. Forge searches for months for any trace of them — specifically, Storm — but to no avail. Finally, Bishop visits him and reveals the truth: someone, or something, saved the X-Men by flinging them somewhere (or somewhen) else in time. Bishop recruits Forge to help track the time-displaced X-Men down.

In 3000 BC Egypt, Rogue, Nightcrawler, Beast, Magneto, and Professor X fight off some ancient Egyptian guards and are aided by a mysterious masked figure. Once they fight is over, the gang thank the stranger and ask his name. “My name is En Sabah Nur,” he responds. That’s right, the X-Men have stumbled upon the younger version of their nemesis, Apocalypse!

Meanwhile, Jean Grey and Cyclops have been sent into the far-future, finding themselves in a barren wasteland in the year 3960 AD. They are approached by an elder wise woman who calls herself Mother Askani, leader of the Clan Askani. A boy then emerges from the Clan Askani’s tent and warns the rest that these two newcomers do not mean them harm. The young boy is extremely familiar-looking, what with his distinctive red hair. His name is Nathan — aka a young Cable, Scott and Jean/Madelyne’s son!

Is Apocalypse the big bad of X-Men ’97 season 2?

En Sabah Nur/Young Apocalypse in X-Men 97Screenshot via Marvel Animation/Disney Plus

In true Marvel Studios style, the X-Men ’97 finale then concludes with a post-credits scene. The action returns to the ruins of Genosha in the present-day, where a shadowy figure stalks through the devastation caused by Bastion back in episode 5.

“So much pain, my children,” the figure booms, before retrieving a Queen of Hearts card from the rubble. “So much death…” As a shot of those distinctive blue lips makes clear, this is the grown-up Apocalypse, who seems all set to be the big bad of X-Men ’97 season 2. Even if we didn’t know we were getting one already, the “TO BE CONTINUED…” card at the episode’s end confirms it.

All things considered, it looks like we’re in for a deep-dive into Apocalypse’s character next time around, as the X-Men get to know his origins in the past while he cooks up some evil scheme in the present. The card he finds is clearly Gambit’s, so it’s very likely he’ll resurrect Remy and turn him into one of his Four Horsemen. Gambit alive again? Yay! Gambit turned evil? No way!

With any luck, X-Men ’97 season 2 will release sometime in 2025. For the meantime, all 10 episodes of season 1 can be streamed on Disney Plus.

By: Christian Bone
Title: ‘X-Men ’97’ season finale ending and post-credits scene, explained
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Published Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 10:58:02 +0000

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Brats Streaming Release Date: When Is It Coming Out on Hulu?

Brats Streaming Release Date: When Is It Coming Out on Hulu?Image Credits: Hulu

The Brats Hulu release date is right around the corner, and viewers are wondering when they can start streaming the documentary.

Brats is an upcoming documentary film written and directed by Andrew McCarthy. The film explores “The Brat Pack,” a group of talented young actors who rose to fame in the 1980s through their roles in iconic teenage coming-of-age movies. Here’s when the documentary is coming out on Hulu.

When is the Brats Hulu release date?

The Brats Hulu release date is Thursday, June 13, 2024.

According to Deadline, the documentary focuses on influential films of the 1980s that starred teen icons. Director McCarthy reunites with former members of the group, providing viewers insights into their experiences as part of the Brat Pack. Additionally, the film includes a conversation with writer David Blum, who first coined the Brat Pack in the cover story of New York Magazine.

The documentary is executive produced by Brian Gersh, Paul Gertz, Brian Liebman, Andrew McCarthy, Dan O’Meara, Tom Quinn, Victoria Thompson, and Kent Wingerak. Evans Brown and Adrian Buitenhuis are the cinematographers while Tony Kent serves as the editor.

Brats features the appearances of Andrew McCarthy, Demi Moore, Ally Sheedy, Lea Thompson, and Rob Lowe among others.

When is Brats coming out via streaming?

Brats is available to watch via streaming on Hulu on Thursday, June 13, 2024. Viewers will be able to stream it at this time.

Current Hulu subscribers will be able to watch the documentary when it airs.

Brats’ official synopsis reads:

“Based on his memoir, this documentary takes an intimate look at the life of actor Andrew McCarthy who grew to fame in the 1980s and was part of a group of actors known as The Brat Pack.”

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Title: Brats Streaming Release Date: When Is It Coming Out on Hulu?
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Published Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 11:54:59 +0000

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