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Irish Independent
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Chloë finds a hobby: I scream with delight as an arrow hits the target, but I'm no Katniss Everdeen
Picking up a bow allowed Chloë McPolin to live out her Hunger Games fantasy, but she soon found that archery is not ideal as a solo activity Recently, I haven't really indulged in many outdoor pursuits in my quest to find a hobby – which is interesting, considering we're in the depths of summer. It wasn't until recently when my housemates and I watched every Hunger Games film known to man that I saw Katniss Everdeen looking effortlessly suave with her bow and arrow, shooting down rivals and prey. It reminded me that I hadn't yet given archery a go. While it may often be written off as just another stag-do activity, I couldn't shake the image of myself with a bow and arrow. The idea appealed not only to my new interest in the Hunger Games but also to my long-standing aspiration to cosplay as an aristocrat.
Geek Vibes Nation
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
'Squid Game' Season 3 Review: A Short, Bitter Farewell To A Pop Culture Giant
When Squid Game first premiered in 2021, it took over the internet. While the idea of the show wasn't anything unique – movies like Battle Royale and the Hunger Games franchise have similar concepts – it succeeded in its delivery in a way other stories hadn't. You couldn't go to a single convention or Halloween party that year without seeing green tracksuits and masked guards. Even Mr. Beast got on the trend! Squid Game' Season 3 is a brief, emotional finale that closes the chapter on one of the biggest pop culture sensations of the decade. At just six episodes, Season 3 is noticeably shorter than its predecessors—Season 1 ran nine episodes, and Season 2 spanned seven. Creator Hwang Dong-hyuk previously stated that these episodes were supposed to be one season, but were split into a 2nd and 3rd season due to the episode count (source). This is why season 3 really doesn't feel like season 3 – it takes place literally right after season 2. And because there's only 6 episodes, it feels like there was a lot that wasn't fleshed out, or moments that weren't given room to breathe. Despite its narrative shortcomings, the cast once again delivers outstanding work. Lee Jung-jae returns as Gi-hun, bringing a raw, haunted intensity that makes his tragic arc land even when the writing stumbles. Newer players like Park Sung-hoon and Jo Yu-ri shine in morally gray roles, illustrating how quickly compassion erodes in the face of survival. Well, you should have ended it at season 1. Just like Netflix's Queen's Gambit, season one of Squid Game was perfect and could have lived as a singular season. It told the story it needed to and it ended wonderfully – adding Gi-hun at the airport at the end was certainly not necessary, but even if that scene remained, you could have left the rest to the viewer's imagination. Season one forced viewers to reconsider the cost of economic disparity and the twisted games the system plays on ordinary people. Season 3 simply felt like the very greed and capitalism that season 1 criticized. It shouldn't be understand how season three does dilute this brilliant masterpiece. Granted, season 2 was enjoyable and at that point, you needed more to really tie things up. In my season two review, I praised the second season for complimenting the intensity of season 1. It's something I stand by today. However, after looking at season 3 and how it ends, especially with what it promises; I'm left wishing it ended with season 1. Gi-hun's arc concludes in a moment of grim self-sacrifice, destroying the game from within rather than surviving it one more time. It's a harrowing end that speaks to the show's inherent cynicism—a worldview that insists some systems are too corrupt to fix from the inside. But Netflix is not quite done. As mentioned earlier, it looks like the show is going for the MCU effect in building up their world – something that it feels like their show is criticizing. It's been teased in the past that we're getting an American version, but I also didn't believe it until Cate Blanchett showed up. Do we really need this? Oh, Hollywood, how you never fail to absolutely squeeze every last drop you can out of a previously perfectly devised story. This review has felt more negative than originally intended. In the end, Squid Game is a great show. Personally, I love this show, and we cannot deny the cultural significance that season one had. Gi-hun is the standout in season three and it should be applauded that the show really leans into darker themes this season, and in the end, is bold in where they took Gi-hun's story. And while we don't know if the American version will hit the same way as the South Korean version (guarantee it won't), we'll still look upon the work the writers and actors did in bringing us Squid Game, and I don't think anyone will look at any of these beloved childhood games the same way again.
See - Sada Elbalad
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Legendary Is Mulling Acquisition of Lionsgate
Yara Sameh Legendary Entertainment is eyeing a deal to acquire Lionsgate Studios, following the latter company's recent separation from Starz. If a deal is reached, it would bring together Legendary, which is behind the Dune movie franchise and a 'monster-verse' collection that includes several Godzilla movies, with Lionsgate, whose film franchises include John Wick and the Hunger Games. Legendary first reached out about a potential partnership with Lionsgate Studios following the split-off of Starz in May. Lionsgate Studios formally separated from the Starz business effective May 7. The company comprising its TV and film production and distribution divisions and a content library with 20,000-plus titles, merged last year with Screaming Eagle Acquisition Corp., a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) and became a separately traded entity (with 87.3% of the total shares of Lionsgate Studios held by Lions Gate Entertainment Corp.). Meanwhile, Legendary last year bought out the stake Chinese conglomerate Dalian Wanda Group owned in the company. The pact left Legendary and private-equity firm Apollo Global Management, which acquired a stake in Legendary in 2022 for $760 million, in control of the company. Among the Legendary Pictures' slate was this year's blockbuster 'A Minecraft Movie,' as well as films including 'The Hangover,' 'The Dark Knight' and 'Enola Holmes.' In aggregate, Legendary Pictures-associated productions have grossed more than $20 billion worldwide at the box office, according to the company. Legendary's TV productions have included 'Monarch: Legacy of Monsters' for Apple TV+, and 'Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft' for Netflix. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language Videos & Features Video: Trending Lifestyle TikToker Valeria Márquez Shot Dead during Live Stream
Wales Online
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Cardiff family says sunbed battle in Torremolinos 'like Hunger Games'
Cardiff family says sunbed battle in Torremolinos 'like Hunger Games' The family had to wait three hours for one bed between six of them Family says sunbed battle in Torremolinos 'like Hunger Games' A holidaying family of six say they were forced to join 'Hunger Games' style sunbed wars with other guests to secure the best spots by the swimming pool. Leah Keenan was left shocked after they witnessed the extreme rush for loungers at their hotel. They say some others staying there jumped over fences to beat the queues. The 36-year-old even had to wait over three hours on their first day to get one bed among six of them. The health and safety business partner jetted off abroad with her son Albie, mother Bev, father Terry, sister Lowri and her son Leo. The family were staying at the four-star Hotel Triton, Benalmadena, near Torremolinos, Spain. Leah joked that the rush for beds in the morning was like the Hunger Games, with a lack of staff available to police the flood of guests. Leah Keenan (Jam Press) In the 2012 film and 2008 book, children are forced to fight to the death in events. The pool opened at 10 am with very serious holidaymakers queuing up for over half an hour at the £185-a-night, four-star. During their stay, Leah even spotted a few cheeky guests sneaking round the back and hopping over the fence to secure the best beds. Fortunately, the family from Cardiff, were able to make light of the event despite being forced to join in. Article continues below 'It was like the Hunger Games of reserving sunbeds every morning,' Leah joked. 'Some days we weren't able to get enough sunbeds, and one day someone just grabbed one of our empty sunbeds whilst one of the family had gone to get a coffee. 'A few guests snuck around the side of the pool and jumped over the fence early to secure beds, whilst others threw their towels over the fence early so that the beds were reserved.' Sunbeds were in short supply (Jam Press) She said: 'When we arrived on day one, around 11am, there were no sunbeds available all day for us. We kept walking around each pool and were able to get one sunbed at around 2pm. I didn't see any lifeguards by the children's pool all day and didn't stop people from jumping the fences or throwing towels over. 'No staff walked around to check if beds were being used or if people hadn't returned to their sunbed after putting towels on it. Which allowed for the majority of people to dump their towels and then leave sunbeds empty for hours on end. 'It became a running joke every day for our family, and we didn't take it too seriously.' Article continues below Hotel Triton has been approached for a comment.
The Herald
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Herald
Superman battles hi-tech mogul while the Smurfs fight to save Papa from evil clutches
Spotlight's episode this week takes in how South Africa's cinemas are getting Smurfed up and DC Comics is launching a brand new reboot of Superman and his Kryptonian heritage. Cinemas around the globe are transforming to blue this week with the adorable little humanoid Smurfs embarking on a mission in the real world to save Papa Smurf and the world from evil wizards that abducted him. From Chris Miller ( Shrek the Third , Madagascar ) and Matt Landon, this fun animation film stars voice cast John Goodman, Xolo Maridueña, Rihanna and Marshmello. Now on at cinemas and D-BOX. Clark Kent is back with a new reboot of Superman at cinemas, IMAX, 3D and 4DX. With his trademark vulnerability and superpowers, he sets off on an action-fuelled battle against tech billionaire Lex Luthor's quest to bring down the Man of Steel for good. From James Gunn ( Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad ), starring David Corenswet, Rachel Brosnahan and Nicholas Hoult. The fifth instalment of Suzanne Collins' best-selling Hunger Games series, Sunrise on the Reaping, film adaptation has been set in motion, promising to hit cinema screens late in 2026. Cast announcements include Ralph Fiennes as President Snow, Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy and Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee. Try out the Sketch Monster Maker app for the cinema release of Sketch , inviting you to draw a picture of your own monster and seeing it come to life. Download from your app store and look out for the film at cinemas from August 8. The Disney Dreamers Academy features young Capetonian Azile, who learnt to sail at the academy guided by mentor Lindani. See her prepare to race around South Africa's famous Robben Island as part of a series of shorts called People and Places, now streaming on Disney+.
