Lionel Boyce Cooks Up Astrophage for ‘Project Hail Mary’

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026 Mike Manalo

Today, Project Hail Mary officially launched in theaters everywhere. All I can say after seeing it is this is hands down one of the best films of the 2020s. The film is a dazzling sci-fi adventure about sacrifice, loneliness, survival, and friendship. We were recently able to speak to stars Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller about these themes during the film’s press junket. However, you simply cannot speak about the idea of friendship in the movie, without talking to Ryland Grace’s buddy on Earth, Carl — played by Emmy nominee Lionel Boyce!

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Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller Believe in ‘Project Hail Mary’

March 18, 2026 Mike Manalo

Believe the hype. Project Hail Mary is a remarkable movie! Helmed by Phil Lord and Chris Miller, who brought us the Spider-Verse films, the film is hands down one of the best cinematic experiences of the decade, brimming with heart, humor, incredible visuals, and stellar acting. The last of which is courtesy of the film’s incredible stars: Academy Award nominees, Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller. Recently, The Nerds of Color was able to sit down in person with the duo to chat about their incredible new movie.

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Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi Brings ‘Predator: Badlands’ Home

February 17, 2026 Mike Manalo

This past year director Dan Trachtenberg, who brought us Prey and Predator: Killer of Killers introduced us to the franchise’s first Yautja protagonist, Dek, in Predator: Badlands! Portrayed by breakout star, Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, both Trachtenberg and Koloamatangi infused pathos and complexity into Dek, bringing us something completely different; a sympathetic and richer side to Yautja culture.

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‘WondLa’ Star Jeanine Mason Discusses Season 3 and Keeping Her Characters Close

November 24, 2025November 24, 2025 Sophia Soto

Jeanine Mason stars as Eva in WondLa, based on Tony DiTerlizzi’s bestselling book series, The Search for WondLa. The third and last installment includes six episodes and premieres November 26 on Apple TV.

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NOC Review: ‘Predator: Badlands’ is an Enjoyable Sci-Fi Romp

November 11, 2025November 11, 2025 Mike Manalo

Redefining a classic franchise is a difficult thing to do. Countless remakes and reboots of beloved classics from Poltergeist to Child’s Play have withered and died at the cinema. The Predator franchise, specifically, has even seen its share of wasted potential (see Shane Black’s failed attempt from 2018).

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Into the ‘Predator: Badlands’ with the Stars and Director of the New Film

November 6, 2025November 6, 2025 Mike Manalo

It’s incredible to think that in just three years, director Dan Trachtenberg has reinvented the Predator franchise in such a profound way!

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Erika Alexander on ‘Invasion’ Season 3, Representation, and Telling the Truth

September 18, 2025September 18, 2025 Ainsley 'LadyL' Landry

Apple TV+’s Invasion is back for its third season, raising the stakes and exploring the power of truth in the face of fear. In this exclusive interview, actress and activist Erika Alexander dives deep into her role as Marilyn Tanner, the passionate leader of Infinitas, a group fighting to expose the truth about the alien invasion and challenge the narratives controlled by the powers that be.

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‘Upload’ Star Andy Allo Reflects on Nora’s Journey and the Show’s Bittersweet Ending

September 2, 2025September 2, 2025 Ainsley 'LadyL' Landry

Prime Video’s Upload has always thrived on contradictions: funny yet tragic, romantic yet cynical, hopeful about technology while deeply critical of its costs. At the center of all those contradictions has been Andy Allo’s Nora who began the series as a young woman just trying to survive as tech support in a digital afterlife and grew into the show’s emotional compass.

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SDCC 2025: The ‘Predator’ Blasts Hall H into the ‘Badlands’

July 31, 2025July 31, 2025 Mike Manalo

There are very few staples in the world of pop sci-fi that have had the lasting impact of the Predator franchise. While the series has seen its shares of ups and downs since 1987, in recent years, it’s seen a considerable upswing thanks to the terrific efforts of filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg. Starting with Prey, continuing with Predator: Killer of Killers, and now coming up on Predator: Badlands.

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Pixar’s ‘Elio’ Turns First Contact Into an Emotionally Rich Feel Trip

June 17, 2025June 17, 2025 Michael Lee

Growing up with Pixar means growing up with stories that shape us. From Toy Story to Inside Out, the studio has built a legacy of emotionally resonant, visually stunning films that speak to audiences of all ages. Now, with Elio, Pixar introduces a brand-new original story that explores loneliness, identity, and belonging — through the eyes of a child who longs for connection and finds it in the most unlikely of places: space.

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NOC Review: ‘Predator: Killer of Killers’ Destroys All Expectations

June 9, 2025June 9, 2025 Mike Manalo

Holy crap! I don’t think I’ve ever been this excited to see the future of the Predator franchise play out. After an incredible revival with Prey, director Dan Trachtenberg’s Predator universe keeps getting more and more exciting, as evidenced with his latest creation: Predator: Killer of Killers!

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Hunting the ‘Killer of Killers’ with ‘Predator’ Directors Dan Trachtenberg and Josh Wassung

June 6, 2025June 9, 2025 Mike Manalo

Hear that faint clicking sound? It means the Predator is on the move! Ever since Prey, Predator fans everywhere have been clamoring to see more from director Dan Trachtenberg for this franchise. And Trachtenberg, per the usual, did not disappoint one bit, as Predator: Killer of Killers has absolutely proven.

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‘Elio’ Footage Navigates Loneliness with a Heartfelt Cosmic Adventure

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Michael Lee

Pixar has always been a story-first studio. They prioritize strong narratives, character development, and emotional impact over animation. As such, their films resonate on a deeply human level, no matter how fantastical the setting or plot. This approach fits perfectly with Elio, a film about an 11-year-old Latinx boy who struggles with the anxieties of loneliness and embarks on a journey of connection in an intergalactic world.

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‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian on Reimagining Sci-Fi

May 27, 2025May 28, 2025 Michael Lee

Pixar’s Elio is a bold, imaginative adventure about a young boy who’s never quite felt at home on Earth, until his wish to be abducted comes true. Suddenly named humanity’s ambassador to an alien civilization, Elio embarks on a visually stunning, emotionally rich journey through space that explores identity, family, and belonging.

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Jeanine Mason on the Second Installment of ‘WondLa’

April 28, 2025April 29, 2025 Sophia Soto

Jeanine Mason voices Eva in WondLa, which is based on Tony DiTerlizzi’s bestselling book series, The Search for WondLa. The seven-episode second season is now streaming on Apple TV+.

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Prepare for the ‘Badlands’ with the First-Look at ‘Predator: Badlands’

April 23, 2025April 23, 2025 Mike Manalo

Since Prey, the Predator franchise has returned to true glory. Following the negative reception of Shane Black’s The Predator, director Dan Trachtenberg (10 Cloverfield Lane) was brought in to resurrect everything with Prey, which was universally beloved both as a terrific installment in the franchise and as a fantastic example of Indigenous representation done right! Now, in a terrific decision, 20th Century Studios is officially bringing Trachtenberg back for a brand new adventure in the Predator universe: Predator: Badlands!

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The Russo Brothers and Stars of ‘The Electric State’ Discuss Adapting the Graphic Novel

March 14, 2025March 17, 2025 Sophia Soto

With The Electric State premiering on Netflix, I had the chance to discuss the new film with directors/producers Anthony and Joe Russo as well as stars Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, and Giancarlo Esposito! Please note: these conversations will contain spoilers.

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‘Companion’ Director Drew Hancock Discusses Directing His First Film

January 31, 2025 Mike Manalo

The smart, hilarious, sci-fi satire Companion is officially hitting theaters this week! And this one is hands down one of the best surprises I’ve seen in theaters in recent years. To celebrate we were given the tremendous opportunity to discuss the film with its stars, Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid, as well as cast members Harvey Guillén, Lukas Gage, and Megan Suri. Now today, we’re pleased to bring you all our conversation with the writer and director of the film, himself, Drew Hancock!

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‘Companion’ Stars Harvey Guillén, Lukas Gage, and Megan Suri Tackle Twisted Relationships

January 30, 2025January 31, 2025 Mike Manalo

Earlier this week, we were able to chat with the incredible Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid to discuss their wicked new film, Companion. The film, which comes out this Friday, succeeds as a sharp and hilarious takedown of toxic masculinity and abusive relationships. And while the story admittedly centers on Thatcher and her iconic character, Iris, it takes a terrific ensemble to help the movie reach the true levels of brilliance and comedy it ultimately achieves. Enter the terrific trio of Harvey Guillén, Lukas Gage, and Megan Suri

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The Sensational Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid Converse about ‘Companion’

January 29, 2025 Mike Manalo

Valentine’s Day kicks off early this year with the best kind of rom-com coming out this Friday: a bloody horror comedy. The genre-defying, brilliant and twisted Companion, which I loved, is finally hitting theaters! Anchoring this terrific takedown of toxic masculinity and abusive relationships are the charming Jack Quaid, and one of the best breakout actresses working in the industry today, the sensational Sophie Thatcher!

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NOC Review: You’re Not Prepared for ‘Companion’

January 22, 2025January 16, 2025 Mike Manalo

I know it’s been less than a month since 2025 started, but I’m calling it right now: Companion is already going to be one of my favorite movies this year. As of writing this, I’ve had the pleasure of seeing this one twice already, and I honestly feel like I could see it many more times and still enjoy every minute of it. It’s brilliant, twisted and wickedly funny.

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Discussing Bene Gesserit Secrets with the Sisters of ‘Dune: Prophecy’

December 1, 2024November 30, 2024 Mike Manalo

The newest chapter in the Dune saga has debuted. Max’s new tentpole series, Dune: Prophecy, explores a time frame centuries before the birth of Paul Atredies. The series is focused exclusively on the rise of the Bene Gesserit. And frankly, right now, we definitely could use more stories about powerful women.

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Unravelling the Future with the Cast and Creators of ‘Dune: Prophecy’

November 17, 2024November 19, 2024 Mike Manalo

The saga of Dune continues. With this year’s masterpiece Dune: Part Two bringing life back to the box office earlier this year, we will now be getting more from Frank Herbert’s universe, with Dune: Prophecy, debuting on HBO and Max!