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Earlier today, Dwayne Johnson released the trailer for the upcoming Jumanji film on his Twitter. The tweet read “EXCLUSIVE: @JumanjiMovie trailer! I smolder, have cool super powers & try not to cry when I’m scared. #TheLegendContinues #Jumanji DEC 20”.

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The trailer opens up with an introduction to our four lead characters. There is Spencer (the nerd), Bethany (the popular girl), Fridge (the football player), and Martha (the unpopular girl). They all get sent to detention and their job is to clean out the basement. This is the plot device that allows them to find the Jumanji game.

Now a retro-looking video game console rather than a board game, the four main characters boot it up and are sucked into the game world once they pick their characters. After a brief mix-up, the main characters are revealed to have turned into the avatars for the game they chose. The nerd has become The Rock and the football player has become Kevin Hart. After more narration, it’s revealed that the unpopular girl has become Karen Gillan, who moviegoers may recognize as Nebula from Guardians of the Galaxy. Finally, the popular girl has become Jack Black.

The rest of the trailer is basically just the main cast making jokes and coming to terms with their new bodies. There’s the Kevin Hart tradition of making fun of his own height, the nerd falling in love with his new muscles, and Jack Black doing his best impression of a teenage girl. Since it’s a video game, they also all have special abilities which they show off as well. This includes enhanced speed, durability, and strength. The trailer ends with a flurry of action shots and the main logo.

This Jumanji movie seems to be taking a very different approach to the concept but also trying to be nostalgic in a way. The idea of a Jumanji world inside a game has been modernized very accurately. Most kids nowadays would be playing video games on a console or mobile device rather than board games. We’re also so far into this trend of video games, that a retro-looking console fits the narrative of the Jumanji game being this old, forgotten thing.

As for nostalgia, the four main characters are very typical stereotypes from films in the 90s, like the original Jumanji. The nerd is a wimp who cries a lot and is on medication, the jock tries to act cool and better than the nerd at all times, the popular girl is lazy and petty, and the unpopular girl is the female version of the nerd.

Another nostalgic element of these films is that each of these stereotypes is played with when they all get sucked into the game. The old “live a day in another’s shoes” saying comes to life in a comedic way that plays with our preconceived notions of each of the actors. For example, the Rock acts like this scared, teenage boy and Jack Black “literally can’t even.”

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Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount

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There hasn’t been much buzz lately about any new acquisitions in the world of video game intellectual property. According to a recent report, Sony is currently engaged in discussions with a well-funded partner to potentially acquire the renowned film studio Paramount, along with all the exciting possibilities that come with such a merger.

As reported in the New York Times (thanks, ResetEra), Sony Picture Entertainment is reportedly in discussions with Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, as per two sources familiar with the matter. In the past, Apollo had made an offer to acquire Paramount for a minimum of $26 billion, but their bid was ultimately turned down.

The terms of the joint bid are currently under discussion, and there is a chance that the two parties may decide against making a formal offer. Unnamed sources have revealed that Paramount is currently in exclusive discussions with Skydance, preventing any official offer from being made at this time. Investor opposition to the recent deal that Skydance brought seems to have been significant.

The potential impact of such an acquisition is immense. First and foremost, it would introduce adaptations of Sonic and Halo into the expanding media empire of the PlayStation platform holder. Following the announcement, Paramount’s stock experienced a significant 11% surge in after-hours trading.

What are your thoughts on the news? Is there a possibility of Sony acquiring Paramount? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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Fallout Season 2 has been confirmed as the show continues to captivate audiences, making it one of Amazon’s most-watched series

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Amazon has just made the exciting announcement that a second season of the highly acclaimed Fallout TV adaptation is in the works. Fans can look forward to another thrilling installment of the series, which will be exclusively available on the Amazon Prime streaming service. Confirmation has arrived regarding the second batch of episodes for the series, following the acquisition of $25 million in Californian tax credits.

In just four days after its release, Fallout has already captivated audiences, quickly becoming one of Amazon Prime’s most-watched TV shows of all time. It has garnered immense popularity, rivaling even the acclaimed season of The Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power.

The Fallout TV show has caused a massive surge in sales for the newer games, resulting in a staggering 7,500% increase in purchases of Fallout 4 in Europe. Fallout 76, Fallout 3, and Fallout: New Vegas were also among the top 10 best-selling games across the continent last week. Next week, the highly anticipated PS5 version of Fallout 4 will be released, offering players an enhanced visual experience with new graphical modes. Additionally, players can look forward to exciting new content from the Creation Club.

Considering the potential for character development and narrative arcs, it would be intriguing to see where season two takes Lucy, Maximus, and The Ghoul. Without revealing any spoilers, it’s exciting to speculate on the possible directions their stories could go. We would greatly appreciate your feedback in the comments section.

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The cast of the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film has added an exciting new addition with the inclusion of Shadow, who will be voiced by the talented Keanu Reeves

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After a long wait, it appears that the search for a capable Hollywood actor to bring the brooding Shadow the Hedgehog to life has come to an end. Keanu Reeves, a renowned actor known for his iconic roles in film franchises such as The Matrix and John Wick, as well as his involvement in the highly anticipated game Cyberpunk 2077, has officially been cast for the role.

Speculation has been running wild lately, but The Hollywood Reporter has officially confirmed the casting, citing reliable sources in the know. News of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 being showcased at Cinemacon has quickly spread. Reeves is sure to bring his own special touch to the role, but it’s uncertain how well he will mesh with the mustachioed Dr. Robotnik, as Jim Carrey is set to reprise the character.

What are your thoughts on Keanu Reeves being cast as Shadow the Hedgehog in Sonic the Hedgehog 3? Please avoid sharing fan art in the comments section below.

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