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This March sees the introduction of the second-generation interactive wands for new experiences within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. These new wands feature light and haptic effects for the first time ever, a personalized experience available within the Universal Orlando Resort App that allows them to take their spellcasting to the next level, and…
A brand new poster and trailer has been unveiled for The Surfer starring Nicolas Cage as this psychological thriller looks to be getting the best out of Nicolas Cage and I have a sneaky feeling that the fans are going to love this one! In the psychological thriller directed by Lorcan Finnegan, a man returns…
The LEGO Group and Universal have joined forces once again and today they have showcased their latest offering which marks their largest product in the Jurassic World collection, the Dinosaur Fossils Tyrannosaurus Rex set. Capturing the nostalgia of the iconic franchise, this new set includes not only the more than 1m long dinosaur, but…
Captain America: Brave New World dropped a whopping -68 % from its opening weekend and despite taking the top spot still at the box office it really doesn’t have too much in the way of competition currently. At this moment in time the only new film that Cap is up against is Stephen King’s adaptation…
Stoke on Trent-born rock legend Lemmy will have his very own statue unveiled in his home town of Burslem in May as the council believes it could help boost tourism in Stoke on Trent. Whilst I think this will certainly appeal to a worldwide audience it’ll be interesting to see how many people travel to…
Could this be the end of James Bond films as we know it as a shock announcement today (originally posted on Variety) has confirmed that Amazon MGM Studios are set to take creative control over the franchise. This announcement has sent shockwaves across the internet because long time producers and custodians of 007 Barbara Broccoli…
Falmouth University is now offering a MA in Action Filmmaking. A UK-first course in action filmmaking as this cutting-edge program has been developed between studio Action Xtreme and Falmouth University. Consistently ranking among the top universities for media and the arts this new course comes complete with training, creating and real-world distribution in one course….
Today Universal announced the opening date for Universal Horror Unleashed which is set to be an all-year-round horror attraction opening in Las Vegas. Tickets are now on sale for the attraction as guests can be the first to experience this new level of terror starting August 14th. Universal Horror Unleashed will bring to life a…
We check out Pedro Pascal’s new movie Freaky Tales as the first trailer was released with a wonderfully charming 1990s vibe. Set in 1987 Oakland, Freaky Tales is a multi-track mixtape of colorful characters — an NBA star, a corrupt cop, a female rap duo, teen punks, neo-Nazis, and a debt collector — on a…
For the first-ever time, the Backlot Stage at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London has been revealed as the latest addition to this popular studio tour in 2025. Celebrate the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire with a brand-new feature dedicated to the film this summer. For the first time ever, Warner…
Construction fencing and other deliveries are now being taken on-site in Bedford on the land acquired by Universal as they are mere weeks away from getting the green light to construct a Universal Studios theme park here in the UK. The final go-ahead is just around the corner as only the Treasury is left to…
A brand new production with a similar vibe as Grease Secret Cinema has been announced for London with shows beginning August 1st until September 7th. This 2025 production marks the first of three consecutive summer events as Battersea Park will be transformed into a 2-and-a-half-hour production bringing the classic Paramount Pictures film to life. Last…
Today Universal Orlando Resort gave us a first look at some of the delectable menu items coming to Universal Epic Universe! Created by Universal’s Award-Winning Culinary Team, the Delicious Food & Beverage Offerings at Epic Universe will Continue to Raise the Bar When It Comes to Theme Park Cuisine – Featuring Everything from Incredibly-Themed Dishes…
Plied and Prejudice is heading straight to the UK after a sellout run in Australia as this immersive and interactive theatre show is set to debut at the London Vaults this March. It is a truth universally acknowledged that a single woman in Regency England must be in want of a very stiff drink! This…
Rebel Wilson and Kiefer Sutherland are set to star in a Christmas movie together as the festive project Tinsel Town goes into production on location across the North of England and at Leeds’ Versa Studios. Bradley Mack (Kiefer Sutherland), a Hollywood action star with a bloated ego, is blindsided when his iconic action franchise is abruptly…
A MediCinema BAFTA Award has been in the process for a while and 2025 is the year where this British charity has been given one of BAFTA’s highest accolades, the Outstanding British Contribution to Cinema award. MediCinema improves the well-being of patients by building cinemas within NHS hospitals allowing patients to escape the confines of…
