Ari Aster's "Eddington," a Western set in a 2020 America consumed by conspiracy theories and political extremism, premiered at Cannes to a mixed reception. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as a sheriff running for mayor, the film explores a small-town feud escalating to national proportions, encompassing mask mandates and political divides. ...
Ars Technica staff reminisced about frustrating moments in classic Sierra On-Line adventure games. The discussion centered on the infamous 'dry acorn' puzzle in King's Quest III, where players had to repeatedly try to pick up acorns from a specific pixel location to progress. This triggered memories of other seemingly...
Ethan Coen, one half of the Coen brothers, has premiered his second film with co-writer Tricia Cooke, "Honey Don't!", a lesbian-themed crime comedy. The film, premiering at Cannes, follows their first collaboration, "Drive-Away Dolls", and is described as part of an informal trilogy. While the films playfully subvert...
Foo Fighters drummer Josh Freese, who joined the band in 2022 following the death of Taylor Hawkins, has been let go. Freese's departure was announced after his final show with the band at a private party in September. He expressed surprise but wished the band well, stating that...
Kristen Stewart's directorial debut, "The Chronology of Water," premiered at Cannes Film Festival, receiving a four-and-a-half-minute standing ovation. Stewart, visibly emotional, embraced her actors and festival head Thierry Frémaux. The film, adapted from Lydia Yuknavitch's memoir, features Imogen Poots, Thora Birch, and Kim Gordon. Stewart described the film...
Ralph Fiennes will portray President Coriolanus Snow in the upcoming "Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping," bridging the gap between previous film iterations. He joins a cast including Joseph Zada, Whitney Peak, and others. The film, directed by Francis Lawrence, is slated for release on November 20, 2026,...
Ari Aster's new film "Eddington," starring Joaquin Phoenix, Emma Stone, Austin Butler, and Pedro Pascal, received a 5-minute standing ovation at its Cannes Film Festival premiere. The contemporary Western, set in May 2020, depicts a conflict between a sheriff and mayor in a New Mexico town. Despite some...
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick confirmed the delay of Grand Theft Auto 6 to May 2026, citing the need for additional polish to meet Rockstar's creative vision. Zelnick emphasized the importance of supporting the development team's pursuit of perfection, despite the inherent challenges of delays. The game, described...
Ari Aster's 'Eddington' is a sprawling Western thriller set in 2020 New Mexico, exploring America's societal fracturing during the pandemic. Sheriff Joe Cross (Joaquin Phoenix), an anti-masker, navigates a town grappling with COVID restrictions, racial justice protests, and conspiracy theories. The film satirizes various ideological extremes, from anti-mask...
Cannes Film Festival's increasingly long standing ovations, often exceeding several minutes, are analyzed as a sign of the film industry's decline. The practice, fueled by the festival's production techniques and media coverage, masks a dwindling relevance. While once a rare occurrence, lengthy ovations are now the norm, replacing...
