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As one of the pioneers of the golden age of ‘80s cartoons, Voltron has always held a special place in the hearts of its fans. Though incredibly rough around the edges, Voltron’s epic robot battles, memorable animation style and classic line of toys helped it earn a spot in the world of nostalgic entertainment. Those who remember the show fondly will have a chance to experience the new age of Voltron when Netflix revives the series on June 10th, while those that who never got the chance to experience this quirky masterpiece will have the opportunity to see what all the fuss is about....

While we must compliment HBO for finding a way to drag out the final Game of Thrones episodes for as long as possible with their upcoming shortened season schedules, the fact is that the beloved series must eventually come to an end. Oh sure, the network might find a way to squeeze a couple of spin-offs into the schedule, but the story of feudal feuding that we’ve been following for years now will lead to a series of climatic moments that may very well determine Game of Thrones’ legacy in the long-term....

While fans of The Walking Dead TV show are wailing over the events of the premiere last week like they just watched the Red Wedding, comic fans are shaking their heads and muttering, “That happened years ago.” It tends to happen often, especially since most comic fans do enjoy the show as well. The comic series, where almost no one is safe, is just much harsher than the AMC program. It’s so violent, in fact, that it’s a good thing that it’s made in black and white....

The classic nostalgic feelings attached to any original 90s show from Nickelodeon’s glory days are strong, and Rugrats is a prime example of that kind of show. A sweet little show about childlike innocence from a baby’s perspective remains a staple of many people’s childhood growing up in the 90s. The show aired its final season in 2004, with plenty of movies and video game adaptations inbetween. It was no doubt a success story on its own, but it doesn’t end there....

Filmmaking is a laborious and time-consuming process. The creative team comes up with ideas which may not pan out over time. When assembling the final cut of a motion picture, the director and editor may come across a scene which proves redundant or otherwise non-essential to the enjoyment of the film. These scenes are deleted, and the final product is usually made better as a result. These are the harmless extra scenes which are obligatorily featured among the DVD extras....

A lot can change between the drawing board and the big screen. Even superhero films — usually based in decades worth of art and imagery— can look entirely different during production. Comic book movies are so popular that most of what audiences get becomes iconic, but few people realize how different things can turn out. Discarded concept art is a fantastic window into what could have been… and sometimes it’s much better that way....

From a marketer’s perspective, spinoffs are a dream come true. Spin off a new series from an already popular show and you should have a built-in fan base. Half the marketing work is already done. In practice, TV success is more elusive. True, lots of spinoffs have been long-running hits, like Xena:Warrior Princess (arising from Hercules: The Legendary Journeys), Frasier (Cheers), and Saved by the Bell (Good Morning, Miss Bliss). Lots of others have failed miserably....

Fans of the Arrowverse know that the annual crossover episodes between Arrow, The Flash, Supergirl, and Legends of Tomorrow like to give fans introductions to new characters. This year, a familiar comic book face came to TV screens in the Kate Kane incarnation of Batwoman. Fans of the comics know that Batwoman has gone through a lot of changes over the years, but Kate’s version of the character, who debuted in 2006, is a beloved member of the Bat Family....

Given the development of the Naruto franchise in the early 2000s, its look isn’t as dated as something created in the ’80s or ’90s. It also helps that the franchise is set in a fantasy world where ninjas run the show, giving the manga and anime series their own particular aesthetic. Characters are not dressed in the stereotypical movie ninja garb. Instead, everyone has a unique style that reflects their own abilities and personality....

This morning saw the announcement of the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards nominees, with a list that includes a number of new shows and plenty of returning favorites. Emmy voters have a lot to consider this year, as perennial winners Veep and Game of Thrones recently wrapped up their respective series. In the past, voters have typically been committed to repeatedly honoring certain high-performing series and performers. As such, it was no surprise to see Julia Louis Dreyfus nominated once again for her role as Selina Meyer in HBO’s frequent Emmy nominee/winner....

Who knew that when The Vampire Diaries began at the height of the vampire romance craze in the late-2000s it would birth an entire franchise of interconnected spin-offs that even a decade later show no signs of stopping. The entire Vampire Diaries universe, helmed by Julie Plec, is not without its controversial decisions, however. Any Reddit thread for The Vampire Diaries and The Originals is inevitably filled with complaints about the high volume of characters passing away, which will surely be another point of contention for fans of the latest Vampire Diaries universe program, Legacies....

Stories discussed in this episode: New York AG issues warning after AirTag stalking reports, despite Apple’s changes T2 Mac security vulnerability: Passwords can now be cracked iOS 15.4 stops iCloud Keychain from saving passwords without usernames Follow Chance: Twitter: @ChanceHMiller Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Overcast RSS Stitcher TuneIn Google Play Share your thoughts! Drop us a line at happyhour@9to5mac.com. You can also rate us in Apple Podcasts or recommend us in Overcast to help more people discover the show!...

Why Has Agents Of SHIELD Introduced General Rick Stoner? Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Season 5 has introduced General Rick Stoner as the man behind the Lighthouse. It seems that, back in the ’60s and ’70s, S.H.I.E.L.D. believed the world was facing an extinction-level event. They created a bunker, one that they thought was strong enough to actually survive the end of the world. Stoner planned to assemble Earth’s best and brightest in the Lighthouse; they would ride out the so-called “Hydrogen Wave,” and then return to the surface to reclaim their world....

An AI system is being used to measure how much time politicians spend on their phones during debates and other televised government meetings … TNW reports. As the piece notes, the system doesn’t know how the phones are being used, so the politicians could be doing anything from taking notes on the meeting through checking work-related emails to scrolling down their Facebook feed. Dries Depoorter is using AI to monitor YouTube videos of Flemish government meetings....

Alan Moore, the creator of such legendary comics as From Hell, V for Vendetta, and Watchmen has officially retired from the comic book industry with the release of the final issue of The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Volume IV: The Tempest. Moore is an English comic book writer who first made a name for himself with 2000AD and Marvel UK, before moving on to DC Comics, where he found international success with The Saga of the Swamp Thing....

Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, is finally here. His career is a series of love letters to cinema, built on a staggering knowledge of every genre. And although his films are often sensational, controversial for their coarse language and indulgent violence, he’s got a loyal audience. His movies are raw entertainment, and though his work is filled with homage, the witty dialogue really stands out. He breathes life into otherwise completely unlikable characters....

Team America: World Police is one of the most ambitious comedy films in recent memory. The entire film is a send-up of over-the-top action movies but played out with marionette puppets. It is the kind of insane idea that could only come from Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the brilliant but controversial minds behind South Park. Given the incredibly politically incorrect jokes in the film, it’s a movie that doesn’t age terribly well in some cases....

On the heels of their success with Lost, which ran from 2004 to 2010, writers Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis began to develop a new show for ABC based on fairy tales. Ultimately, that idea would become Once Upon a Time, which premiered in 2011 on the Disney-owned broadcast network. The show was originally centered around the relationship between Emma Swan and her son, Henry, who was the adopted child of Evil Queen Regina....

It’s nearly impossible for modern directors to keep references to their favorite movies or directors out of their own films, with easter eggs, props, and even lines of dialogue being planted as an homage. But sometimes, it’s the sounds of the movie that show where the real influences lie - even if they’re nearly impossible to catch. Here are Screen Rant’s 10 Movies That Stole Sounds From Other Films. Jaws Most movie fans will tell you that it was the movie Jaws that made Steven Spielberg a Hollywood hit, but his FIRST movie about a monstrous beast chasing an everyday man taught him all he needed to know about suspense and terror....

13 Reasons Why Season 2 is changing up its plot device: instead of tapes from beyond the grave, this next run of episodes will be centered on polaroids. The new storyline for Netflix’s controversial teen series is said to focus on accountability, with the show this time honing in on serial sexual assault. All this adds up to Bryce Walker having to pay for his crimes - and the new retro technology could be the thing that brings him and the other guilty students of Liberty High down....