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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Waiting for Weapons? Watch Zach Cregger's Barbarian, which has 92% Rotten Tomatoes score
Zach Cregger's much-anticipated horror mystery Weapons is all set for its release in theatres and IMAX on Friday, August 8, 2025. The Josh Brolin and Julia Garner-starrer is based on the tragic disappearance of 17 children in a town, while the writer-director is believed to have taken help from real-life events and inspiration to come up with the story, Radio Times reported. Still from Barbarian trailer(YouTube) Fans of Zach Cregger know that this is not the first time when ventured into the horror genre. The director first burst onto the scene three years ago, when he presented Barbarian in 2022. Featuring Georgina Campbell, Bill Skarsgård, and Justin Long, the film was a surprise hit at the box office and garnered praise from critics as well. Weapons is being touted as the follow-up to Barbarian. Why watch Barbarian before Weapons? Barbarian is famous for its unique blend of humor and unpredictability, leaving fans guessing until the climax. Post its unexpected successful run in theatres, the movie has cemented its name among the top titles on streaming platforms in the past few years, according to Comic Book Resources. On Rotten Tomatoes, the 2022 film holds a rating of 92% across 212 reviews. Also read: Is Weapons based on a true story? Here's what we know about Josh Brolin-Julia Garner's horror film The film narrates the journey of a young woman, who is travelling to Detroit for a job interview, and has booked a rental home for her stay. However, after arriving late at night at the property, she gets to know that the place was double-booked by a man, who is staying there. As she thinks about spending the evening at the house, the woman gets to find out a dark secret, more than the unexpected house guest. Much like the earlier movie, Weapons takes has a simple yet mysterious premise, where an entire class of third-graders goes missing after they leave their homes at 2:17 AM. In Barbarian, Cregger went on to work around the traditional linear narrative, where he highlighted twists midway through the movie and later backed it up with more context. But in Weapons, he is said to have focused on a 'POV-style approach,' talking about different characters in turn and revealing the entire story in bits and pieces, CBR reports. FAQs: 1. Where to watch Barbarian in the US? Fans can watch the movie on Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and Fandango, among other platforms. 2. When will Weapons release in the US? The film hits theatres on Friday, August 8. 3. Who all are there in Weapons? It features Josh Brolin, Julia Garner, Cary Christopher, Alden Ehrenreich, Austin Abrams and Benedict Wong, among others.
Hindustan Times
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Did Dandadan Season 2 Episode 5 just outshine Solo Leveling with pure emotion?
Dandadan Season 2 just did something most shonen anime would not dare - it hit pause on the fights and still came out swinging. Episode 5, titled We Can All Stay There Together!, slows the tempo after a wild run of back-to-back battles. Instead, the episode leans into awkward teen chemistry, offbeat humor, and emotional payoff - and somehow, it is even better for it, Comic Book Resources reported. Dandadan Season 2, Episode 5 dials down and leans more into the emotional side.(X/@Chinatsu_BB) After Evil Eye Jiji ends up trapped inside Taro's body, the crew regroups at Momo's place. They find a short-term fix, but peace is temporary in this world. With the big threats momentarily on ice, the show takes a step back to breathe - and that is where it shines. What changed in Dandadan Season 2 Episode 5? Momo and Okarun's dynamic carries this quieter episode, especially during a van ride that is part hilariously awkward, part surprisingly sweet. The moment Momo rests her hand on Okarun, timed perfectly with their drive through a red-lit tunnel, is pure anime magic. The manga handled the scene well, but the anime elevates it. The use of lighting, timing, and voice acting brings out the unspoken tension between them. Also read: From Solo Leveling to Jujutsu Kaisen: Top 5 popular anime everyone's watching in 2025 Solo Leveling comparison is not even close Here is where things get unexpectedly meta. In the English dub, both Jiji and Solo Leveling's Sung Jinwoo are voiced by Aleks Le. Both characters cry in hospital reunion scenes. But the difference in execution could not be clearer. While Solo Leveling's moment with Jinwoo's mom felt abrupt and tonally off, Dandadan's version feels grounded. The emotion lands without the melodrama. 'Momo Ayase said it best: 'Don't act all tough, it's okay if you were worried about 'em.'' That kind of emotional intelligence separates Dandadan from its slicker but less nuanced competition, CBR reported. Dandadan Season 2 Episode 5 ending Just when the episode feels like it is coasting to a cozy end, Dandadan does what it does best - chaos. Evil Eye explodes through the side of Ayase's house after a minor slip-up from Okarun, flipping the tone once again. It is jarring, but perfectly in line with the series' off-kilter rhythm. Even the reveal about the Kito family being subterranean mutants adds more texture without overplaying the moment. Naki Kito's transformation looks good - not quite as shocking as the manga, but the glowing eyes in the anime hit hard. This might have been a slower installment, but Episode 5 proves Dandadan does not need nonstop action to stay on top. It just needs space to let its world - and its weird, lovable characters - breathe. FAQs Where can I watch Dandadan Season 2? It's available on Crunchyroll, Netflix, and Hulu. Which manga chapters does Episode 5 cover? It covers chapters 49 through 51. Why are people comparing it to Solo Leveling? Because both shows feature similar hospital scenes voiced by the same actor, Aleks Le. Who are the Subterraneans in Dandadan? They are humanoid mutants living deep beneath the Earth's surface. Is there any action in Episode 5? The focus shifts to character development and humor instead.
Express Tribune
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Mindhunter could return as a film trilogy
Fans of Netflix's cult-favourite crime series Mindhunter may have reason to hope once more. Holt McCallany, who portrayed FBI agent Bill Tench in the show, recently revealed that conversations have taken place about reviving the series but not as a traditional show. Speaking to Comic Book Resources, McCallany shared that director and executive producer David Fincher has discussed the possibility of turning Mindhunter into a trilogy of feature-length films. 'I had a meeting with David Fincher in his office a few months ago,' McCallany said. 'He told me there's a chance it may come back as three two-hour movies, but I think it's just a chance. I know there are writers who are working, but David has to be happy with the scripts.' Originally premiering in 2017, Mindhunter gained critical acclaim for its dark, psychological storytelling and meticulous period detail. Set in the late 1970s, the series followed FBI agents Holden Ford (Jonathan Groff) and Bill Tench (McCallany), along with psychologist Wendy Carr (Anna Torv), as they developed criminal profiling techniques by interviewing notorious serial killers. Season 2 aired in 2020, but the series was put on indefinite hold in 2023 due to Fincher's other commitments. McCallany expressed both gratitude for the original series and cautious optimism for its potential return. 'I felt very fortunate and privileged to have gotten to do that show at all,' he said. 'I would love it if it were to return. Like I said, he gave me a little bit of hope - but the sun, the moon, and the stars would all have to align.' While nothing is confirmed yet, the update offers fans a glimmer of hope that Mindhunter's gripping story might still continue - just in a different format.
