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SPIDER-NOIR addresses the multiverse question within the first 5 minutes of the show. Here's the answer: • This is not the same Spider-Man Noir from the Spider-Verse films • The show is set in a seperate universe • Ben Reilly is not aware of the existence of the multiverse

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SPIDER-NOIR is hugely fun, deeply moody, and visually inventive. Nicolas Cage is a blast as the brash, disturbed Ben Reilly. The noir mystery elements bring fresh life to the genre with excellent plot and pacing. 1930s New York looks stunning! Full review below.

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THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU glides through hyperspace with strong action, vast world-building and a majestic score. Favreau’s love for Star Wars is there but somewhat restrained by a piecemeal script with underdeveloped characters across a disparate three acts. Full review below.

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Finding Emily is a warm, hilarious, and utterly clever romantic comedy that shines with a witty story and standout performances. The script weaves excellent social commentary on the contemporary complications of young love, and is hugely endearing. Read our full review below.

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Anaconda (2025) is a massive laugh out out loud comedy. This metafictional romp had us rolling with laughter thanks to its energetic cast, wild set-pieces, and clever self awareness. It's downright riotous and brilliantly bizarre at times. You will have so much fun!

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Fallout Season 2 is an exciting and fresh continuation of the hit retro-futuristic series with strong character dynamics, atmospheric sets and music, and world-building fans will love. Read our full review 👇

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The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants is out THIS WEEK! And it's the BEST SpongeBob movie since the original in 2005. Filled with hilarious gags and a signature mix of irony and sincerity, it's a great adventure tale for SpongeBob. Read our full review below! 👇

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The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants proves why this character’s effervescent qualities make him so special. Filled with hilarious gags, clever meta-humour, and a signature mix of irony and sincerity, it's an adventure tale with a strong heart and hero's journey.

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Final details of the Netflix-WBD deal: • Netflix will get all WB TV, film studios and streaming assets • CNN, TNT and Discovery will not be included • Netflix will keep current WB operations and theatrical releases • Netflix expects $2-3B in cost savings per year by Year 3

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Here's the final dollar amount of the Netflix-WB deal: Each WBD shareholder gets: • $23.25 in cash + $4.50 in Netflix stock per share • Total equity value of $72B • Plus another $10B in cash to pay off debt

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Zootopia 2 delivers the best Disney Animation movie in years by placing a character-driven plot with a strong message at the centre. Colourful animation, well-designed locations and a lot of fun make this sequel worthwhile. Read our full review below.

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THE RUNNING MAN delivers breakneck action and unfolds a shockingly prescient narrative about the dangers of the surveillance state and monopolistic control of media. Edgar Wright’s signature style of kinetic editing handles the complex plot well. Read our full review below.

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