Film and TV

Tonic the Cat Becomes the Unexpected Star of Caught Stealing

SMGN Publishing September 1, 2025

A 1990s action comedy set in New York The action comedy Caught Stealing is set in New York’s East Village during the 1990s. Featuring an ensemble cast with Austin Butler, Zoë Kravitz, Regina King, and Bad Bunny, the film blends humor and suspense. Yet, much of the spotlight is taken

Darth Vader’s Red Lightsaber to Be Auctioned for the First Time

SMGN Publishing August 29, 2025

A legendary Star Wars prop enters the collectors’ market The red lightsaber wielded by Darth Vader in the Star Wars saga will be auctioned for the first time. This film prop was used during the production of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, including the iconic duel

From Insult to Identity: The Evolution of the Word “Nerd”

SMGN Publishing August 21, 2025

The uncertain origins The term “nerd” has been part of everyday language for more than seventy years, though its exact origins remain unclear. A widely accepted theory suggests it first appeared in the 1950 children’s book If I Ran the Zoo by Dr. Seuss, where it was listed among imaginary

Pedro Pascal reflects on his career and thoughts about surviving an apocalypse

SMGN Publishing August 15, 2025

Recognition for his role in The Last of Us Chilean-born actor Pedro Pascal, nominated for an Emmy for his performance in The Last of Us, said he is not certain he would want to survive a real-life apocalyptic event. He explained that avoiding stress would be a priority, though the

New Film Releases: Crime Drama, Mystery, and Nostalgia Hit Theaters

SMGN Publishing August 14, 2025

A weekend with diverse cinematic choices This weekend’s theater lineup features a gripping crime drama, a suspenseful mystery, and the return of a beloved 90s classic. Moviegoers can enjoy the latest collaboration between Denzel Washington and Spike Lee, the thriller “Weapons”, and the anniversary screening of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”.

Comedy Returns to Theaters: ‘The Naked Gun’ Succeeds While ‘Freakier Friday’ Falls Short

SMGN Publishing August 8, 2025

Reviving slapstick on the big screen With mainstream comedies becoming increasingly rare in theaters, the arrival of The Naked Gun reboot signals a push to bring the genre back to the big screen. The film, a revival of the 1980s and 1990s Leslie Nielsen classics, captures much of the original’s

Mariska Hargitay Seeks the Truth Behind Her Mother’s Legacy in New Documentary

SMGN Publishing July 29, 2025

A Personal Journey Into Jayne Mansfield’s Real Story Actress Mariska Hargitay, known for her role in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, has released a documentary titled My Mom Jayne, which explores the life of her mother, actress Jayne Mansfield. Hargitay was three years old when Mansfield died in a

New Films Explore Heroism, Modern Love, and Youthful Identity

SMGN Publishing July 24, 2025

“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” launches a new phase in superhero storytelling The Fantastic Four: First Steps, directed by Matt Shakman, offers a retrofuturistic take on the classic team, set in a stylized 1961 Manhattan. Reed Richards (Pedro Pascal), Sue Storm (Vanessa Kirby), Johnny Storm (Joseph Quinn), and Ben Grimm

CBS to End The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in 2025

SMGN Publishing July 18, 2025

Final season set to conclude in May after nearly a decade on air CBS has announced that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert will end in May 2025, bringing an end to nearly ten years of Colbert hosting the popular late-night program. The news was revealed by Colbert himself during

“Eddington” Portrays a Fictional but Tense Pandemic-Era Divide

SMGN Publishing July 17, 2025

A small town drama exploring public health, freedom, and societal fragmentation Eddington, the latest film by writer-director Ari Aster, is set in a fictional New Mexico town during late May 2020. Against the backdrop of early pandemic fears, the film examines how divisions over health mandates and personal liberties can

$1.7 Billion Powerball Jackpot Builds Momentum as Holiday Drawings Approach

Felipe Cardona December 24, 2025

The $1.7 billion Powerball jackpot has become a dominant topic across the United States as the holiday season intensifies interest in one of the most lucrative lottery runs ever recorded. No jackpot winner emerged from the latest drawing, so the prize has continued its upward climb. It is now positioned

U.S. Bars European Activists Over Alleged Online Censorship Pressure

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The United States government has imposed entry restrictions on five European individuals accused of coordinating efforts to pressure American technology companies into censoring or suppressing U.S.-based political viewpoints. The decision reflects a broader shift in U.S. foreign policy toward confronting what officials describe as extraterritorial attempts to influence protected speech

Climate Change Redefines the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Sarah Olivella December 24, 2025

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season challenged long-standing assumptions about what an active year looks like. While the United States avoided direct landfalls entirely, the season still produced some of the most intense hurricanes ever recorded. Scientists describe the pattern as increasingly representative of how climate change is altering tropical weather