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By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com Horror and metal just collided in the most deliciously brutal way possible. On Thursday, February 19, 2026, Ice Nine Kills officially entered the canon of one of horror’s most iconic franchises with the release of “Twisting the Knife,” featured in the upcoming Scream 7 . And if that wasn’t enough, cast member Mckenna Grace joins the band on the track, marking one of the most high-impact crossovers between modern metal and horror cinema we’

By Klep Napier | WeAreCritiX.com Some announcements don’t just spark excitement. They unlock memory. Vans Warped Tour has always been more than a festival. It’s been a rite of passage, a sweaty summer soundtrack, and a cultural marker for entire generations of rock fans. Today’s news feels like one of those “wait… how did this not happen before?” moments. Alt-rock giants Hoobastank are officially taking the stage at Vans Warped Tour for the first time ever. Let that sink

Super Bowl Sunday once again proved why it’s the biggest stage in entertainment marketing, as studios rolled out a wave of high-profile movie trailers during the game’s national broadcast from Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California , airing on FOX. For Hollywood, the Super Bowl isn’t just about eyeballs — it’s about impact . With more than 100 million viewers locked in, the Big Game remains the one night where a single trailer drop can dominate pop culture instantly, turni

By Ashely Saunders | Wearecritix.com Hamlet is one of the most adapted stories of all time and the retellings vary from amazing (1994's The Lion King) to let’s just forget that happened. Scarlet is a fantastical and intriguing take on the story that transports us to the Otherworld where life and death are intertwined, and we must decide what it means to truly live. More than 400 years after Shakespeare's original work, the story of a young man destroyed by the need to av

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com The Scream franchise has always understood one crucial thing. Fear does not just come from what you see. It comes from what you hear. With Scream 7 , that tradition continues in a big way as Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Media Group unveil a chilling lineup of original songs from some of today’s most exciting and genre-bending artists. Rather than dropping a full soundtrack all at once, Scream 7 is rolling out its original music throughou

For more than three decades, Sidney Prescott has been the emotional backbone of the Scream franchise. She is a survivor, a fighter, and a symbol of resilience in the face of relentless terror. Now, Paramount Pictures has released a brand-new featurette titled “Sidney’s Journey,” offering fans an intimate behind-the-scenes look at the character who changed horror forever. The featurette centers on Neve Campbell , who reflects on Sidney’s evolution from a traumatized teen in Wo

If the tension in that clip is any indication, Shelter is shaping up to be a tightly wound, high-stakes thriller that wastes no time pulling the pin. From the opening moments, the dialogue alone tells you everything you need to know about the world this story lives in. Orders are barked, clocks are ticking, leverage is weaponized, and there is no room for hesitation. This is not chaos for chaos’ sake. This is precision pressure. The film stars Jason Statham as Mason, a man

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com CinemaCon has officially unveiled its tentative 2026 schedule , and if this lineup tells us anything, it’s that the world’s most important exhibition gathering continues to raise the bar. Updated as of January 26, 2026 , this year’s agenda introduces new days, new tracks, and major additions on Sunday and Monday , signaling a broader, smarter, and more ambitious week for theater owners, studios, vendors, and industry press alike. After attend

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com The long-awaited moment is finally here! Lionsgate’s MICHAEL is stepping out of the shadows and into the spotlight with the release of its first full trailer . This film isn’t being framed as just another music biopic either. It’s being positioned as a full cinematic portrayal of the life and legacy of one of the most influential artists the world has ever known, and the early momentum around this project has already made it feel like a tr

By Klep Napier | WeAreCritiX.com The Vans Warped Tour is officially back—and 2026 marks one of the most ambitious chapters in its legendary history. The iconic festival has kicked off its lineup rollout with 30-ish Days of Warped , a month-long artist reveal campaign announcing performers daily across official Vans Warped Tour social platforms. More than just a lineup announcement, 30-ish Days of Warped signals a bold new era—one that honors the festival’s roots while expan

The K-Pop Demon Hunters toy era has officially begun. During this year’s Nuremberg Toy Fair, Mattel and Hasbro unveiled a massive 2026 toy lineup inspired by the film’s high-energy performances, bold fashion, and supernatural monster-hunting action. It’s a full-on fandom expansion that brings music, style, and play together, delivering exactly what fans have been asking for across dolls, collectibles, role play, and game night staples. Mattel is leading the charge by translat

The nominees for this year’s Academy Awards were officially revealed earlier today, setting the stage for Hollywood’s most prestigious celebration of film. The announcement took place in Beverly Hills, where industry members, press, and fans alike tuned in to see which films, performances, and creative teams rose to the top after a year packed with ambitious storytelling, box office triumphs, and breakout talent. While a few races remain tight, this year’s nominations largel

By Klep Napier l Wearecritix.com Two years without the sound that quietly reshaped action cinema still feels unreal. David Sanborn , born July 30, 1945, passed away on January 12, 2024, and yet his voice remains everywhere if you know where to listen. When I think about Lethal Weapon, I don’t start with explosions or punchlines. I start with that saxophone. Lonely, reflective, and human. A sound that didn’t just score the film, it spoke for it. David Sanborn Sanborn’s relati

Some true stories are so unbelievable they feel fictional until cinema gives them new life. Dead Man’s Wire , directed by Gus Van Sant , is one of those films. Based on the shocking real-life hostage crisis that unfolded in the 1970s, the film revisits a moment in American history when one man hijacked the airwaves to make himself heard. Starring Bill Skarsgård , Colman Domingo , Da’Vine Joy Randolph , and legendary screen presence Al Pacino , the film also features a ground

If there were an award for best-dressed ensemble of the night, the cast of Cross would have walked away with it effortlessly. As awards season buzz filled Hollywood, the stars of Prime Video’s Washington, DC–set crime thriller made a striking appearance that reminded everyone why Cross remains one of the platform’s most anticipated returning series. On Sunday, January 11, members of the Cross Season Two cast attended Vanity Fair and Amazon MGM Studios’ third annual awards

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com As Power Book IV: Force races toward its highly anticipated series finale, STARZ has unveiled an exclusive sneak peek clip that captures the emotional gravity fans have come to expect from the final chapter of Tommy Egan’s journey. The high-octane drama starring Joseph Sikora returns for its final episode on Friday, January 16 , and if this clip is any indication, the ending will be as raw and devastating as it is explosive. The clip centers

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com Amazon MGM Studios is pulling back the curtain on Mercy , a tense new sci-fi thriller that puts morality, technology, and justice on a collision course. Directed by visionary filmmaker Timur Bekmambetov , the film stars Chris Pratt in one of his most grounded and psychologically intense roles to date. Set in the near future, Mercy imagines a world where artificial intelligence does not just assist the justice system, it is the justice syst

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com The 83rd Golden Globe Awards delivered a night that felt both celebratory and quietly revealing about where entertainment is headed in 2026. Hosted by Nikki Glaser at the Beverly Hilton, the ceremony balanced sharp comedy with meaningful industry reflection, spotlighting not just prestige storytelling but also cultural impact in its many forms. While casual viewers may have caught only the major wins, the full broadcast painted a much broade

By Klep Napier | Wearecritix.com The 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards delivered a night full of affirmation, momentum shifts, and clear awards-season frontrunners, as critics crowned the year’s most celebrated achievements across film and television. Leading the pack was One Battle After Another , which emerged as the night’s biggest winner, solidifying its status as a dominant force heading deeper into awards season. Paul Thomas Anderson took home Best Director for One Bat

By Klep Napier| Wearecritix.com There are television shows that entertain, and then there are shows that raise people. At this year’s Rhode Island Comic Con, that distinction was felt loud and clear as the cast of Degrassi reunited for an emotional, hilarious, and deeply reflective panel that reminded fans why the series continues to matter decades later. Hosted by CritiX Media Editor-in-Chief Klep Napier as part of an Altered Reality Entertainment event, the panel became