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'Meg 2 Director Explains PG-13 Rating of Upcoming Movie'
  • 4th Aug 2023

'Meg 2 Director Explains PG-13 Rating of Upcoming Movie'

"The Meg 2: The Trench" is finally hitting theaters after a long wait due to the pandemic. The sequel aims to appeal to a wider audience by keeping the violence at a minimum, similar to the first film. The story follows Jason Statham's character as he leads a team into unexplored areas and awakens a group of terrifying Megs.

Talk to Me 2023 Movie Review: An Honest Film Summary by Roger Ebert
  • 30th Jul 2023

Talk to Me 2023 Movie Review: An Honest Film Summary by Roger Ebert

"Talk to Me" is a modern horror movie that explores a deadly social media trend involving spiritual possession and a ceramic-encased severed hand. The film follows Mia as she becomes involved in the dangerous game, leading to tragic consequences. The film's brilliance lies in its concept, which could potentially spawn a successful franchise. While the second half of the film falls into familiar horror tropes, Sophie Wilde's exceptional performance adds depth and emotion to the story. Wilde's portrayal of Mia's struggle to balance her past and future is a standout in horror movie history.

Netflix's 'They Cloned Tyrone' Takes Cues from 'Get Out'
  • 21st Jul 2023

Netflix's 'They Cloned Tyrone' Takes Cues from 'Get Out'

"They Cloned Tyrone" is a sci-fi comedy with social commentary. John Boyega stars as a drug dealer who wakes up in a time loop after being shot, and uncovers a larger conspiracy with two others. The film has a unique visual style and balances comedy with bleak commentary. Boyega gives a standout performance, and the entire cast shines. While it sometimes loses focus, the movie is a delightful and watchable romp with social satire. It will be available on Netflix starting July 21, 2021.

Viral TikTok Trend of Horror-Like Videos Sparked by McDonald's Grimace Shake Promotion
  • 28th Jun 2023

Viral TikTok Trend of Horror-Like Videos Sparked by McDonald's Grimace Shake Promotion

McDonald's purple Grimace shakes have sparked a viral trend on TikTok, with users creating videos that resemble horror movies. The #GrimaceShake hashtag has garnered over 628 million views, as people film themselves pretending to pass out after drinking the shake. While the fast food chain may not have anticipated this reaction, it highlights the extent to which people enjoy engaging with brands, according to a marketing expert. The trend was triggered by McDonald's launch of the Grimace shake to celebrate the birthday of Grimace, the company's mascot.

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