One of the most talked about aspects of the popular science fiction trilogy “The Three-Body Problem” by Chinese author Liu Cixin is the prevalence of smoking among the characters. In almost every scene, characters can be seen lighting up cigarettes and puffing away as they discuss the mysteries of the universe and grapple with the… Continue reading ‘3 Body Problem’: What’s the deal with everyone smoking?
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Watch a Clip from Jennifer Reeder’s Feminist Horror Noir Perpetrator
The enigmatic Jennifer Reeder has crafted a unique piece of art with her short film Perpetrator. Combining noir with feminist horror elements, the film is a visual feast, hypnotic and surreal. In a world of inversion and transformation, Perpetrator follows a group of women as they explore a mysterious laboratory in the woods. As each… Continue reading Watch a Clip from Jennifer Reeder’s Feminist Horror Noir Perpetrator
The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
From its fantasy setting to its iconic die-rolling combat and character classes, Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a global phenomenon. It has spawned numerous video games, books, tabletop miniatures, and other products. But it has never been put on the big screen with any major success until now. The Dungeons & Dragons movie, which was… Continue reading The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
Nvidia explains how its ACE software will bring ChatGPT-like AI to non-player characters in games
In recent months, NVIDIA has unveiled impressive hardware and software tools to help AI developers create more realistic non-player characters (NPCs) in video games. At the heart of this mission is NVIDIA’s AI-enabled Conversation Engine (ACE), which allows NPC characters to have chat-bot-like conversations with players. The idea behind ACE is to create richer, more… Continue reading Nvidia explains how its ACE software will bring ChatGPT-like AI to non-player characters in games
The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
The rumors are true: a feature-length movie based on Dungeons & Dragons is in the works. Directed by Jonathan Goldstein and John Francis Daley (who co-wrote Spider-Man: Homecoming and wrote National Lampoon’s Vacation), the movie is sure to be an entertaining romp that will please both long-time fans of the popular role-playing game and audiences… Continue reading The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
Dungeons & Dragons is one of the most beloved and iconic role-playing games of all time, and after decades of anticipation, fans finally have a feature-length movie adaptation. The Dungeons & Dragons movie, which stars Chris Pine, Michelle Rodriguez, and Hugh Grant, is a well-crafted, action-packed fantasy comedy. The film follows the misadventures of four… Continue reading The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
In Good Omens, diversity is divine
In the modern-day hit television series Good Omens, diversity is divine, emphasizing the importance of acceptance regardless of race, religion, or gender. The show follows Aziraphale, an angel, and Crowley, a demon, as they team up to stop Armageddon, an event predicted by the angel and demon’s respective spiritual leaders, God and Satan. The show… Continue reading In Good Omens, diversity is divine
The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
Dungeons & Dragons is an iconic role-playing game, known all over the world for its unique characters and creative storytelling. So it’s no surprise that when the opportunity presented itself to make it into a movie, the fans were more than excited. The movie, helmed by experienced Director Chris Columbus, boasted an all-star cast, which… Continue reading The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
Outcast – A New Beginning gets new trailer showing its gorgeous open world
Today, publisher Another Indie announced the release of a brand new trailer for their upcoming game, Outcast – A New Beginning. The video showcases the breathtakingly beautiful open world that the players will explore in the game, offering a glimpse into the vibrant fantasy world of Outcast. Outcast – A New Beginning is a story-driven… Continue reading Outcast – A New Beginning gets new trailer showing its gorgeous open world
The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy
For those of us who haven’t been around since the beginning of the original Dungeons & Dragons franchise, there’s nothing to fear when it comes to the new movie adaptation. And for those of us who’ve already read the books and played the game, this latest incarnation of the classic RPG is a treat worth… Continue reading The Dungeons & Dragons Movie Is a First-Rate Comedy