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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
5 mission types we haven't seen yet that GTA 6 should try
Image via Rockstar Grand Theft Auto has always delivered unforgettable missions. From high-stakes heists to chaotic car chases, we've seen it all. But after decades of mayhem, it's time for Rockstar to raise the stakes with something fresh. GTA 6 could truly stand out if it dares to experiment. Here are five mission types we haven't really seen yet and that we think could change the game. 1. Civilian Identity Missions No guns. No notoriety. You're just a regular civilian with a hidden agenda. Maybe you're a journalist digging up dirt on a corrupt politician. Maybe you're a street artist trying to tag high-security zones without getting arrested. These missions would force you to navigate the world without chaos. No blowing things up. Just brains, stealth, and charm. A refreshing break from the usual carnage. GTA 6 MISSION DESIGN ENDLESS? Possible New Feature! 2. Undercover Infiltration You're not just infiltrating a gang for one mission, you're living their life. Building trust over multiple missions, rising through the ranks, all while secretly gathering intel. This isn't just a mission; it's a subplot. One wrong move and your cover's blown. Rockstar could take cues from Donnie Brasco or The Departed , layering paranoia and loyalty into every choice. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like A failing liver is taking anshuman away! Please help him! Donate For Health Donate Now Undo 3. Moral Fork Missions GTA is infamous for letting you be the bad guy. But what if the missions forced you to actually choose? Do you save the hostage or complete the objective? Betray your friend or lose your reward? Every choice shapes how the story unfolds. You'd have multiple endings, dynamic alliances, and maybe a bit of guilt (for once). It's the kind of storytelling evolution GTA 6 needs . 4. Time-Locked Chaos Runs Picture this: You have 20 minutes of total in-game time to complete three massive objectives spread across the map. No breaks. No checkpoints. Every second counts. This isn't about stealth or planning; it's pure adrenaline. Think of it as GTA meets Speedrun mode . The faster, the riskier, the better. Fail, and the whole chain collapses. High stress, high reward. More GTA Stealth Missions in GTA VI!! #gta #gtavitrailer2 #gaming #gtavicecity 5. Real-Time Stealth and Covert Missions Imagine this: You're tailing a target across the city, but no dramatic car chases or shootouts. Just a silent observation. You're hacking into their phone, eavesdropping on private conversations, snapping photos from across the street, and trying not to get caught. It would be classic espionage, but GTA-style. These missions could build tension without a single bullet fired, and give players a chance to feel like an underground investigator instead of a one-man army. GTA 6 has the chance to evolve, not just graphically, but narratively. We've had enough explosions and drive-bys. These new mission types could push the franchise into deeper, riskier, and more unforgettable territory. Ready to do more than just blow stuff up? Let's hope Rockstar is, too. Get IPL 2025 match schedules , squads , points table , and live scores for CSK , MI , RCB , KKR , SRH , LSG , DC , GT , PBKS , and RR . Check the latest IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.
Perth Now
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Alec Baldwin's children announce they have ambitions to become everything from a quarterback to talk show host
Alec Baldwin's children have ambitions to become everything from a quarterback to talk show host. The 67-year-old actor revealed their big dreams when he shared a video on Instagram in which each of his seven children with wife Hilaria Baldwin revealed what they want to be when they grow up. 'Talk show host,' said 11-year-old Carmen Gabriela, while Rafael Thomas, nine, added: 'NFL QB.' Others in the family said they hoped to become a soccer player, an artist, an actor, a chef or a doctor. Alec reposted the video to his Instagram page with a joking caption: 'The tuition!' The actor and Hilaria, 40, have been married since 2012 and share seven children together – Carmen Gabriela, Rafael Thomas, Leonardo Ángel Charles, eight, Romeo Alejandro David, six, Eduardo 'Edu' Pao Lucas, four, María Lucía Victoria, four, and their youngest, Ilaria Catalina Irena, two, who was born in September 2022. Alec also has a daughter from his previous marriage to actor Kim Basinger – Ireland Baldwin, 29 — who has a daughter of her own, making Alec a grandfather. In April, Alec marked his 67th birthday with a family celebration at home, sharing another Instagram video in which he sits beside daughter Carmen as his children sing 'Happy Birthday' around a cake lit with candles. Alec could be heard joining in with the singing, adding over their voices: 'Happy birthday to ME.' The post, shared on Alec and Hilaria's joint account, read: 'Happy Birthday, Alec. We love you!' Ireland also paid tribute to her father on his birthday via her own Instagram, posting a photo of Alec holding up her daughter Holland in a rare public image. In her caption, Ireland wrote: 'Happy birthday to Peepaw. I'm so glad you were born. Because of your born-ness, I was born-ed. I love you!' Alec replied in the comments: 'And I love you.' The actor, known for his roles in '30 Rock' and 'The Departed', regularly posts updates about his home life and children on social media as he and his wife continue their reality show 'Meet the Baldwins'.
Epoch Times
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
‘Drop': Hitchcock Meets Modern Technology With Iffy Results
PG-13 | 1h 40m | Drama, Suspense, Thriller, Mystery, Action | 2025 Although not likely the first, Alfred Hitchcock's 'Dial M For Murder' was memorable by including a landline telephone as an integral ingredient into the narrative of the movie's plot. This same device has continued for decades and had a major impact in the 'Scream' franchise. Then came the cell (or flip) phone in 'The Departed' (2006), becoming obsolete quicker than dial or touchtone phones. The flip phone led to the smartphone (actually compact computers), which began taking over in the 2010s. These phones have figured into more movie storylines that can be counted. One of the best of these was the 2023 ' In 'Drop,' a smartphone not only drives the narrative, it is the de facto lead character. No disrespect intended to Meghann Fahy (as Violet), but when Violet shares the screen with her phone, the latter gets all of the attention. Director Christopher Landon and Meghann Fahy on the set of "Drop." Universal Pictures In the Dust In all fairness to Fahy ('The White Lotus,' 'The Perfect Couple'), this is the intent of director Christopher Landon (son of the late Michael Landon) and screenwriters Jillian Jacobs and Chris Roach. Modern communications technology advances at a far quicker clip than most users' understanding of its capabilities. Since the advent of ChatGPT and the light speed of AI's development, technology is overtaking people's understanding of it, leaving them in the dust, wondering what hit them. Related Stories 1/23/2023 11/6/2023 Violet is a widow and the single mother of a preschool son; she's been reluctant to jump into the online singles dating pool. At the urging of her sister Jen (Violett Beane), Violet finally relents and connects with photographer Henry (Brandon Sklenar). Handsome, relaxed, and in not too much of a hurry, Henry plays his cards right. He's not pushy and allows Violet enough time to agree to a first date. Despite all of this, Violet is still apprehensive and Jen must gently cajole her into actually going on that date. Time to Relax When the big night finally arrives, Violet initially wears a dated, unflattering dress that Jen compares to something worn by hospital candy stripers. Jen gets her to relax a bit and change into something far more up-to-date and alluring without being suggestive or trampy. Violet arrives at the date far ahead of schedule at a swanky restaurant atop a swanky Chicago skyscraper. She exchanges small talk with a bartender, a lounge pianist, and another couple on their own first date. Together, these strangers spiritually join Jen, who is babysitting, into getting Violet to let her guard down. Henry arrives, and he and Violet are seated. The chemistry between the pair is immediate and electric. Violet is finally at ease. Their 'getting-to-know-you' phase is less meaningless small talk and more listening and learning about each other. It's a great first face-to-face. Henry (Brandon Sklenar) and Violet (Meghann Fahy) on their first date, in "Drop." Universal Pictures Then the Bottom Falls Out Within a few minutes, Violet's phone starts receiving multiple visual texts or, as the kids today refer to them, 'drops.' At first, these messages are merely annoying; soon they grow increasingly threatening and ominous. Whoever is sending the texts knows Violet's exact whereabouts by describing the surroundings and other people in the restaurant. They inform her that, if she doesn't murder someone in the restaurant, persons unknown will invade her home and kill her son and Jen. For reasons never fully explained (at least to my satisfaction), the sender of the texts is in the restaurant. This plot wrinkle works temporarily but has little staying power. There are only four viable villains (or five, if you count Henry, who is quickly ruled out as a suspect). Violet (Meghann Fahy) and Henry (Brandon Sklenar), in "Drop." Universal Pictures Still Some Suspense The third act begins with the sender identifying himself or herself in person to Violet which, for someone who loves thrillers, is far too soon. The mystery is revealed and thus solved. This was a big narrative misstep. However, the filmmakers keep the suspense high by reminding us (and Violet) that the caller still has the power to push a button which could result in the death of her son and sister. At this point the movie starts resembling 'Die Hard.' You know the villain, you know the motive (which has not been revealed here), and the possible fallout scenarios. The only thing left to chance is the final outcome. Despite these gaping holes in the plot, 'Drop' is surprisingly entertaining. It's not suspenseful or gripping, just entertaining in a popcorn movie sort of way. It's Hitchcock-lite, in other words, Brian DePalma or Martin Scorsese by way of Michael Bay (also a producer here) or Brett Ratner. It has its moments. Fahy is fantastic for the duration, but, in the end, it's just slightly better than okay. If you're looking for something more engaging with similar plot lines, check out the 2002 'Phone Booth' or ' 'Drop' Director: Christopher Landon Starring: Meghann Fahy, Brandon Sklenar, Violett Beane, Reed Diamond Running Time: 1 hour, 40 minutes MPAA Rating: PG-13 Release Date: April 11, 2024 Rating: 3 stars out of 5 What arts and culture topics would you like us to cover? Please email ideas or feedback to
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Martin Scorsese on the death of Pope Francis: 'He radiated goodness'
Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese, who visited the Vatican several times, has said he was lucky to have known Pope Francis, who died yesterday at the age of 88. 'There is so much that can be said about the significance of Pope Francis and everything he meant to the world, to the church, to the papacy I will leave that to others,' Scorsese said in a statement to Variety. 'He was, in every way, a remarkable human being. He acknowledged his own failings. He radiated wisdom. He radiated goodness. He had an ironclad commitment to the good." Scorsese added: 'He knew in his soul that ignorance was a terrible plague on humanity. So he never stopped learning. And he never stopped enlightening. And, he embraced, preached, and practiced forgiveness. Universal and constant forgiveness.' The Oscar-winning director of Taxi Driver, The Departed and Killers of the Flower Moon met with Pope Francis in 2023 and announced that he was making another film about Jesus - following his critically acclaimed yet polarizing 1988 film The Last Temptation of Christ and his 2016 film Silence, which chronicled the plights of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries in 17th-century Japan. At the time of the announcement, Scorsese said: 'I have responded to the Pope's appeal to artists in the only way I know how: by imagining and writing a screenplay for a film about Jesus. And I'm about to start making it.' The status of the as-yet-untitled film is unknown. However, Scorsese's consultant on the movie, Father Antonio Spadaro, published a draft and a series of conversations he had with Scorsese in his new book, "Dialoghi sulla fede" ("Dialogues on Faith"), last year. The last chapter from the book, titled "Screenplay for a Possible Film on Jesus," is a 20-page text Scorsese gave Father Spadaro permission to publish. It offers insight into the director's approach to the film. 'When the idea of making cinema started to become concrete, I had in mind to make a film about Christ in the modern world, in modern clothes, shot in 16mm and in black and white in the streets of New York,' part of the excerpt read. Reports state that Scorsese has been collaborating on the screenplay for his Jesus film with Kent Jones, with the project based on Shūsaku Endō's novel, "A Life of Jesus". Endō also authored Silence, which premiered at the Vatican in 2016. Scorsese was joined by 400 priests for the screening of the film. In his recent statement, Scorsese added that the death of Pope Francis has had a deep impact on him. 'The loss for me runs deep - I was lucky enough to know him, and I will miss his presence and his warmth,' he said. 'The loss for the world is immense. But he left a light behind, and it can never be extinguished.'
Euronews
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Euronews
Martin Scorsese on the death of Pope Francis: 'He radiated goodness'
ADVERTISEMENT Legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese, who visited the Vatican several times, has said he was lucky to have known Pope Francis, who died yesterday at the age of 88 . 'There is so much that can be said about the significance of Pope Francis and everything he meant to the world, to the church, to the papacy I will leave that to others,' Scorsese said in a statement to Variety . 'He was, in every way, a remarkable human being. He acknowledged his own failings. He radiated wisdom. He radiated goodness. He had an ironclad commitment to the good." Scorsese added: 'He knew in his soul that ignorance was a terrible plague on humanity. So he never stopped learning. And he never stopped enlightening. And, he embraced, preached, and practiced forgiveness. Universal and constant forgiveness.' Pope Francis looks at a painting given to him as a gift from director Martin Scorsese on the occasion of their private audience at the Vatican - 30 Nov. 2016 AP Photo The Oscar-winning director of Taxi Driver , The Departed and Killers of the Flower Moon met with Pope Francis in 2023 and announced that he was making another film about Jesus - following his critically acclaimed yet polarizing 1988 film The Last Temptation of Christ and his 2016 film Silence , which chronicled the plights of Portuguese Jesuit missionaries in 17th-century Japan. At the time of the announcement , Scorsese said: 'I have responded to the Pope's appeal to artists in the only way I know how: by imagining and writing a screenplay for a film about Jesus. And I'm about to start making it.' Martin Scorsese at the Berlinale 2024 David Mouriquand - Euronews Culture The status of the as-yet-untitled film is unknown. However, Scorsese's consultant on the movie, Father Antonio Spadaro, published a draft and a series of conversations he had with Scorsese in his new book, "Dialoghi sulla fede" ("Dialogues on Faith"), last year. The last chapter from the book, titled "Screenplay for a Possible Film on Jesus," is a 20-page text Scorsese gave Father Spadaro permission to publish. It offers insight into the director's approach to the film. 'When the idea of making cinema started to become concrete, I had in mind to make a film about Christ in the modern world, in modern clothes, shot in 16mm and in black and white in the streets of New York,' part of the excerpt read. Reports state that Scorsese has been collaborating on the screenplay for his Jesus film with Kent Jones, with the project based on Shūsaku Endō's novel, "A Life of Jesus". Endō also authored Silence , which premiered at the Vatican in 2016 . Scorsese was joined by 400 priests for the screening of the film. Pope Francis meets with Martin Scorsese in Vatican City, 2024 Vatican Media via Vatican Pool In his recent statement, Scorsese added that the death of Pope Francis has had a deep impact on him. 'The loss for me runs deep - I was lucky enough to know him, and I will miss his presence and his warmth,' he said. 'The loss for the world is immense. But he left a light behind, and it can never be extinguished.'
