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Tom's Guide
12 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
HBO Max top 10 movies — here's the 3 worth watching right now
Hope y'all are surviving this heat wave alright. As for me, I've been hiding out in my air-conditioned living room, catching up on what's new on the best streaming service. But figuring out what to watch next can quickly turn into a headache with so many new movies coming and going all the time. That's why we regularly comb through Max's top 10 list of most-watched movies to see what's got everyone buzzing, but there's bound to be some duds that don't live up to the hype. So we're highlighting the best of the bunch to help you put your precious streaming time to good use. Leading the pack this week is Ryan Coogler's must-watch vampire thriller, a blockbuster video game adaptation that kids everywhere are obsessed with, and a powerful documentary from one of TV's greatest detectives. So without further ado, let's dive into the best three movies in HBO Max's top 10 list. I'll admit, I was late to the "Sinners" train. But I'm happy to report it's every bit as good as everyone says. Director Ryan Coogler's vampire horror blockbuster feels more like church than a movie; its sound design is so spell-binding and stunningly electric, you can't help but get swept up in the fever. Honestly, maybe it's for the best that I didn't catch this movie in theaters. I'd have been shoutin' down the aisles. Set in 1930s Mississippi, "Sinners" tells the story of twin brothers (both played by long-time Coogler collaborator Michael B. Jordan), who return to their hometown to convert an abandoned sawmill into a lively juke joint. Opening night is a roaring success, until a gang of vampires crashes the party hellbent on siphoning the talents and vitality of their community. Blending horror and thrills with a cinematic flair and a haunting score, "Sinners" is an absolute must-watch for horror and music fans alike. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Watch it now on Max Mariska Hargitay is one of television's most beloved detectives, and as it turns out, she's also a gifted storyteller behind the camera. In a deeply personal and emotional documentary, Hargitay turns the lens on her own past, sharing the story of her mother, Hollywood star Jayne Mansfield, who died in a car crash when Hargitay was just three years old. The film traces Hargitay's journey as she finally confronts a legacy she was once told to avoid, and reclaims her mother's story on her own terms. As she unpacks the carefully crafted image of Mansfield's Hollywood persona, Hargitay shines a light on how the "dumb blonde" facade was a carefully calculated performance. She also uncovers long-buried truths, including revelations about her biological father. The result is a poignant and powerful film, where the honesty and vulnerability of Hargitay and her family resonate with heartbreaking clarity. Watch it now on Max Surprising no one, "A Minecraft Movie" is still holding strong in the Max top 10 after Minecraft fever swept the world this summer. Packed with meme-worthy moments, vibrant visuals, and over-the-top characters, this sugar rush of a film could prove delightful or tooth-achingly annoying depending on your tastes. This chaotic adventure follows a misfit crew (Jason Momoa, Danielle Brooks, Emma Myers, and Sebastian Hansen) who stumble through a portal into the blocky, unpredictable Minecraft Overworld. To get home, they'll need to join forces with Steve (Jack Black), a seasoned crafter with a few screws loose who's been stuck there for decades, and put their imagination to the test. Watch it now on Max HBO Max: Starts at $9.99/monthOur favorite streaming service combines quality and quantity. Its library contains HBO prestige shows like "House of the Dragon" and "White Lotus," blockbuster movies from Warner Bros. and DC, plus reality TV and true crime docs from Discovery's family of networks.
Hindustan Times
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Superman box office soars with massive day 1 earnings in North America: Can it top Deadpool & Wolverine's record?
David Corenswet's debut as the iconic Superman is winning hearts, and the box office numbers speak for themselves. Released in theaters on July 11, James Gunn's reboot has opened to strong figures in the US. His signature storytelling and film's blend of nostalgia seems to have struck a chord with audiences. Alongside David Corenswet, the 2025 superhero spectacle features Rachel Brosnahan, Nicholas Hoult, Edi Gathegi, Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, and Isabela Merced in key roles, according to Deadline. The new Superman film, starring David Corenswet, is winning audiences with its nostalgic storytelling and strong box office figures. (AFP) Also read: Superman movie review: David Corenswet beats both Lex Luthor and superhero fatigue in a film that feels like a comic Superman box office collection on day 1 in North America and beyond The Man of Steel is soaring high once again. Early numbers for Superman are rolling in, and if projections hold, the DC Studios reboot is headed for a massive $115–$120 million opening weekend in North America. The film scored a strong $55 million domestically on Friday (July 11) alone, as per Deadline. Superman already raked in $40.3 million before its release, with $22.5 million from US previews and $17.8 million across Europe and Asia. With solid word-of-mouth and fan buzz, James Gunn's fresh take on the iconic hero is surely on the verge to become a major box office win. As per The Hollywood Reporter, Superman is poised to become the first superhero film since Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) to cross $100 million in its North American debut. It also marks DC's first $100 million opener since Wonder Woman in 2017. With only Minecraft and Lilo & Stitch ahead this year, Superman is clearly cementing its place among 2025's biggest box office winners. Also read: Love Island USA Season 7: Here are the top 4 couples who made it to the finale Superman plot The first film of DC's Chapter One: Gods and Monsters phase, Superman introduces Corenswet as a younger, more emotionally grounded Clark Kent. The story digs into Superman's identity not just as a hero, but as a symbol, battling public doubt after billionaire mogul Lex Luthor launches a ruthless campaign to smear his image. It's a fight for truth and redemption. FAQs Is Superman doing well at the box office? Yes, it had a strong opening and is performing immensely well globally. What is the budget of James Gunn's Superman movie? As per The Wall Street Journal, the budget of the movie is $250 million. How much did Superman make at the box office? It made over $55 million on the opening Friday (July 11). How much will Superman 2025 make? Projections suggest it could mint $115–120 million in its first weekend.
Forbes
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘A Minecraft Movie' Ends Its Theatrical Run. How Much Did It Make?
"A Minecraft Movie" partial poster featuring Danielle Brooks, Jack Black, Jason Momoa, Sebastian ... More Hansen and Emma Myers. Jack Black and Jason Momoa's A Minecraft Movie has officially wrapped up its run in theaters. How much money did it make at the box office? Based on Mojang Studio's classic Minecraft video game, A Minecraft Movie opened in theaters on April 4 and debuted on digital streaming via premium video on demand on May 13. The Warner Bros. film began its streaming video on demand run on Warner Bros. Discovery's HBO Max platform on June 20. A Minecraft Movie defied industry projections in its opening weekend, earning nearly $163 million in its first Friday to Sunday frame. The film also inspired a TikTok video craze in theaters, largely surrounding the film's manic 'Chicken Jockey' scene. While theater owners initially complained about moviegoers wreaking havoc in some theaters, eventually one chain specifically hosted 'Chicken Jockey' screenings and encouraged rowdy behavior. According to box office tracker The Numbers, A Minecraft Movie's last day in theaters was on Wednesday, July 2, when it earned $1,980 from 46 screens to bring its final domestic tally to $423,949,195. Coupled with the film's international box office ticket sales of $531,200,000, A Minecraft Movie earned $955,149,195 worldwide. The $955 million-plus box office number, of course, is the gross amount A Minecraft Movie made, not the film's net. A Minecraft Movie, per The Numbers, had a $150 million production budget, which cuts into the gross, as well as the film's marketing expenses, which weren't officially reported. In addition, the studio must pay a percentage of the box office sales to theater owners for exhibiting the movie, plus dole out residuals and other expenses related to the film. The Piglin charachers in "A Minecraft Movie." How Does 'A Minecraft Movie' Rank At The 2025 Box Office To Date? Of all the films released in 2025, A Minecraft Movie, as of Friday, is still the highest-grossing film domestically. The film's leading box office tally of $423.9 million might not be able to hold off its closest competitor for the top spot for long, however. Disney's live-action version of Lilo & Stitch — which is still playing in 2,075 theaters — this weekend, is creeping up from the No. 2 spot with $411.8 million at the box office to date. Lilo & Stitch is, however, the No. 1 film worldwide as of Friday with a worldwide gross of $977.6 million vs. A Minecraft Movie's global tally of $955.1 million. Viewers who missed A Minecraft Movie in theaters can currently catch the movie on PVOD on several digital platforms or on SVOD on HBO Max.
Deccan Herald
a day ago
- Science
- Deccan Herald
Are gaming apps effective as tools for learning?
today's digital age, learning is no longer confined to textbooks and classrooms. Imagine mastering complex skills while building your own virtual world, solving mysteries with friends, or even navigating ancient civilisations — all through the power of video apps like Minecraft, Among Us, and many others have revolutionised education by turning learning into an exciting adventure. These interactive platforms captivate young minds, making education not just informative but also immersive and fun. But are these games truly effective tools for learning?.Gaming laws can't be left to games like Minecraft encourage creativity, spatial reasoning, and teamwork by letting players build and explore virtual worlds, games like Among Us promote critical thinking and communication as players analyse behaviours to identify impostors. Beyond these, other games also support learning: Dragon Box introduces children to geometry, Spore teaches biology through evolution simulation, and language apps like Duolingo make mastering new languages engaging. Strategy games such as Civilization develop planning and decision-making skills, while simulators offer practical experience in safe games provide immediate feedback, adapt to individual learning speeds, and make abstract concepts tangible. Studies show that game-based learning enhances motivation and academic performance, making education both effective and enjoyable. In essence, video games transform learning into an interactive adventure that builds valuable cognitive and social K M, 15Bengaluru, apps are not effective tools for learning — they take away most of our precious time that god has given us. Using mobile phones or gaming apps for a long time can cause many health concerns. We all know mobile phones emit radiation. The bone marrow of a child absorbs almost 10 times more radiation than adults, it is said. So, if children use mobile phones or gaming apps for a long time, there is a higher risk to their apps give children access to inappropriate content. Children can access the Internet for the wrong purposes, and download such content and share it via different applications including gaming apps. Parents must take extreme care to see that their children do not fall prey to negative thoughts and activities. This could affect their growth and outlook on the world at a young dirt and germs tend to accumulate on mobile phones. This could also seriously affect the health of could become stiff and numb due to excessive use of mobile gaming apps. Straining too much could cause neck pain. Inactivity could also lead to obesity, diabetes and there are some gaming apps that can help us to gain knowledge and study. But they should also be exercised with caution as some applications can contain harmful Phadnis, 13 Hubballi, Karnataka
Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
England bowling remains a question mark
The former England captain will help turn Lord's 'Red for Ruth' on Friday, raising funds and awareness for his Ruth Strauss Foundation, and will be paying a close eye on how the team shapes up on day two against India. And while he is content that Ben Stokes' side have the batting depth to compete with the best in the world, uncertainty remains with the ball after seeing India rack up big runs at Headingley (471 and 364) and Edgbaston (587 and 427 for six declared). England's bowlers have toiled for long spells against India (Martin Rickett/PA) Strauss was the last England captain to win the urn Down Under but hopes Stokes can pick up the baton this winter. 'I don't think Ben needs to worry about where he sits in the pantheon of England cricketers, he's already done so many extraordinary things as a player and a captain,' he said. 'But if you want to win in Australia the number one things you need are momentum, confidence and a very stable team. These Tests against India will determine the mood in the camp heading to Australia. 'You need to have a complete team who can win in all competitions and the bowling has been exposed on some very flat tracks in good weather so far this season. That will be one question mark he's still scratching his head around…how can we take 20 wickets? 'They have sharpened up one or two elements overall and their batting is very dangerous. They grab the bull by the horns and have a lot of batters who can hurt you but there are familiar concerns and issues around the bowling.' Friday marks the seventh 'Red for Ruth' event at the home of cricket, in honour of Strauss' late wife, who died of non-smoking lung cancer in 2018. Coming to the Home of Cricket tomorrow? Lord's will be transformed into a sea of red as the cricketing world unites for the seventh annual #RedforRuth day. — Lord's Cricket Ground (@HomeOfCricket) July 10, 2025 The foundation has attracted donations of over £4million over the years, supporting more than 5,000 families facing an incurable cancer diagnosis and offering training to more than 1,300 healthcare professionals. A new school education programme is also being launched, featuring a Minecraft educational game. 'I'm very proud to see what the foundation has done over the last six years and we couldn't have done it without the support of the cricket community,' he said. 'It's always humbling to see Lord's resplendent in red, it's an incredible showcase and we never take it for granted. 'The impact we've made in the past six years is extraordinary, and a huge part of it is down to the generosity of the cricketing community and the public. With the schools programme now in place, we're ensuring that families feel supported not just at home or in healthcare settings, but in schools too.'
