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Ever Wonder Why The T-Rex Couldn't Catch Claire In 'Jurassic World'? Science Just Explained Why
It's been over two years since Jurassic World hit theaters, and fan interest in the property is already aimed at the upcoming sequel, but certain aspects of Jurassic World are still under scrutiny by fans. The most pertinent of these is one of the final scenes of the film, which depicted Claire leading a T-rex to the last showdown with the Indominus rex.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
How Jurassic World 2 Can Avoid the Mistakes the Lost World' Made with Jeff Goldblum's Saucy, Sassy Dr. Ian Malcolm
Jeff Goldblum finds a way ... back to his beloved roles of the '90s. After returning as David Levinson in Independence Day: Resurgence, Goldblum is reentering the park as Dr. Ian Malcolm in Jurassic World 2, which has fans of the original raptor-ously excited.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Praetorian Guards Will Be Ready To Kick Ass And Take Names In 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi'
Star Wars: The Last Jedi is dishing out some major casting news and image tidbits this week, but the most interesting reveal so far has come straight from the director of the film, Rian Johnson.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Suryanyx: The Beginning
In the early days of Suryanyx, the world was encased in chaotic darkness. This time is now known today as the era of Labrina, the Mistress of Chaos. The world morphed to the dark goddess's every whim, and during her reign many things that made up the world came into being. The black seas, the dark forests, and creatures of all shapes and sizes. Anything and everything that would fulfill her decedent fancies.
By Damien Fleming8 years ago in Futurism
'Star Wars 8: The Last Jedi' Director Rian Johnson Reveals Why Kylo Ren's Facial Scar Was Altered In The Trailer
A little over a week ago, the first trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi debuted, providing us with a small-yet-revealing look at the next chapter in the #StarWars franchise. A good portion of the trailer is dedicated to Rey, who we can safely assume is at the center of the plot once again — but towards the end, we get a glimpse of Kylo Ren and his blazing red lightsaber.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
New Ships and the At-At You Barely Saw in the Trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi
With all the buzz around Star Wars: The Last Jedi and its mysterious plot, much of the discussion revolves around Rey, Luke, and the Jedi. Seeing as how the title of the next Star Wars movie is #TheLastJedi, it shouldn't be a surprise to hear that quite a bit of focus has been laid on to everything related to the Jedi. And while the Jedi are a major part of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, the movie isn't just about them.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Star Wars: Why Galen Marek A.K.A. Starkiller from the Force Unleashed Video Game Deserves His Own Movie
With most of the Star Wars fan enthusiasm focused on The Last Jedi right now, it's easy to forget that we have years of non-saga films to look forward to — we know that a #HanSolo standalone film is in development, but what other adventures could we see?
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Star Wars: The Last Jedi: Where Will Rey's Journey Through the Force Take Her?
Earlier today, the trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi debuted, giving us a good idea of what to expect from the eight installment in the Star Wars trilogies. #TheLastJedi will continue where #TheForceAwakens left off, addressing Rey's long-awaited meeting with Luke Skywalker. Their meeting in Episode VII was cut short by the ending of the film but today's teaser trailer answers the question of what happened after Rey met with Luke in the end.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Luke Bi-Walker: Laura Dern's Holdo Revealed As First LGBT Star Wars Movie Character
In a galaxy far, far a gay, could the winds of change be coming to Star Wars? We may have already seen the likes of Billy Dee Williams and John Boyega represent the black community, while Daisy Ridley swung her lightsaber for gender equality, but in that world of gloopy space aliens and rusted robots, where are all the LGBT characters?
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
Back To Black (Mirror): Will Charlie Brooker Write A 'San Junipero' Sequel For 'Black Mirror'?
When you think of Charlie Brooker's Black Mirror, you hardly think of romance and rainbows, do you? That being said, there was one episode in Netflix's revamped Season 3 that threw the substantial instruction manual out the window and download itself into a special place in our hearts. With its '80s soundtrack and feel-good vibes, "San Junipero" was a rare happy ending in the world of pig f*cking and hidden pedophiles. However, with the whole premise being about death and life after death, it was still equally macabre in its own #BlackMirror way.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism
A Classic Jurassic Park Dinosaur Is Returning for Jurassic World 2'
As we all eagerly await a look at the next installment in the Jurassic World franchise, a few images were snagged by a passerby of the #JurassicWorld2 set. The images aren't much, but they're enough to confirm the reintroduction of the Dilophosaurus.
By Allie Z.8 years ago in Futurism
Mmmm, Anthology Movie We Must: Yoda And Boba Fett Spin-Offs Are Coming To Star Wars
Whip out your lightsabers and fire up the hype machine, because Star Wars is preparing target its Death Star laser at the box office takings yet again. That galaxy far, far away is certainly getting bigger, and aside from the ongoing Skywalker trilogies, Lucasfilm is apparently keen focus its efforts on expanding that already expansive universe.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Futurism