Movies & TV Shows
Gravity Falls, Steven Universe Creators To Host Charity Stream Tonight
Some of the biggest names in children’s animation are teaming up for a two hour charity stream. Alex Hirsch, Rebecca Sugar, Ian Jones-Quartey, and Dana Terrace will be streaming drawing requests tonight from 8-10 PDT, with all donations going to the Trevor Project.
Hirsch is best known for his work on Gravity Falls, which aired its finale early last year. Falls followed twins Dipper and Mabel Pines, living in a tourist trap in Oregon. The show received high praise due to its in-depth storyline and intricate secondary material in the form of ciphers made by Hirsch. Falls won two consecutive Emmys for “Dreamscapers” and “Not What He Seems.” Hirsch is currently working on a live-action Pokemon movie and developing a new animated series for Fox.
Sugar cut her teeth on Adventure Time, writing many of the fan-beloved Marceline episodes. She went on to create another cult show, Steven Universe, now in its fifth season. It follows young Steven Universe, the first gem-human hybrid being raised by his mother’s former team, a group of rogue gems. The show has been praised for its science-fiction world building and diversity of characters. It received Emmys nominations in 2015 and 2016, and is currently nominated for one in 2017 for “Mr. Greg.”
Jones-Quartey also worked on Adventure Time as a storyboard revisionist, served as co-executive producer on Steven Universe, and created O.K. K.O.! Let’s Be Heroes, which aired its premiere recently. O.K. K.O.! strated as a pilot released by Cartoon Network, which was then made into a mobile game, released alongside multiple shorts. It follows K.O. in his quest to be the greatest hero ever, set in Lakewood Plaza Turbo.
Terrace served as a storyboard artist on Gravity Falls, and is a director on Disney’s upcoming reboot of Ducktales. It follows Scrooge McDuck reuniting with Donald Duck and his three nephews. It’s set to premier later this month, August 12.
The Trevor Project was founded in 1998 by the creators of the short film TREVOR. According to its website, it’s the “leading national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people ages 13-24.”
Be sure to stop by Dana Terrace’s twitch by 8 PDT!
Gaming
Sony is reportedly engaged in discussions to form a partnership for a potential bid on Paramount
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.
Sony Pictures Entertainment and Apollo Global Management, an investment firm, have been in discussions about teaming up for a joint bid to acquire Paramount, people familiar with the situation said Thursday. https://t.co/qN86H4y7Va
— The New York Times (@nytimes) April 18, 2024
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.
Geek Culture
Fallout Season 2 has been confirmed as the show continues to captivate audiences, making it one of Amazon’s most-watched series
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.
Wouldn't want to keep you on the edge of your seat, now, would we?
See you back in the Wasteland for SEASON 2. pic.twitter.com/ULs6DEPHDW
— FALLOUT⚡️ (@falloutonprime) April 18, 2024
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.
Gaming
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
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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