From the depths of the ocean emerges a creature so fascinating and mysterious that it could be mistaken for an extraterrestrial being. Secrets of the Octopus, the latest offering from Academy Award-winning filmmaker James Cameron and National Geographic Explorer-at-Large, invites viewers on an enchanting journey into the enigmatic world of octopuses. Narrated by the charismatic and talented actor Paul Rudd, this three-part documentary series delves into the extraordinary lives of these cephalopod wonders, revealing their astonishing superpowers, unparalleled intelligence, and surprisingly comp ..read more

Deep Sky is simply a cinematic marvel that is sure to transport you beyond the confines of our world and into the vastness of space in our universe. From the captivating narration by Michelle Williams to the mesmerizing visuals captured by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), every aspect of this documentary is crafted to inspire wonder and ignite curiosity.  One of the film’s greatest strengths lies in its ability to blend scientific exploration with cinematic artistry. Director Nathaniel Kahn masterfully weaves together the human story behind the JWST’s creation with the cosmic won ..read more

Song Kangho and Byun Yohan star in the political drama Uncle Samsik, a 16-episode series set in 1960s Korea launching May 15, 2024 with a five episode premiere. Byun Yohan (Mr. Sunshine, Six Flying Dragons) plays Kim San, a driven idealist looking to bring American affluence to the people of Korea, and Song Kangho (Parasite, Snowpiercer) plays Pak Doochill/Uncle Samsik, a fixer and social chameleon who adapts to any situation and works tirelessly to ensure his team enjoys three meals a day. The series finds the two of them forming an uneasy alliance, navigating the complexities of the establis ..read more

Kim Dami and Son Sukku both star in the upcoming crime thriller series, Nine Puzzles. The dark series coming next year is about two intrepid investigators putting aside their differences and working together when a serial killer begins playing games with the police. Yoon Ena is played by Kim Dami (Itaewon Class, Our Beloved Summer) and is a criminal profiler with a childhood marked by tragedy and is thrown headfirst into a dangerous new case. With the threat of the killer looming who taunts her and the police force, Ena must team up with her biggest critic – fellow investigator Kim Hanseam (pl ..read more

Several new key roles in the Michael Jackson biopic, Michael, have been cast in an announcement by Lionsgate and Universal Pictures International. This group of talent includes individuals who not only act but also have musical careers and will more than likely be leveraging those skills for parts of the film. “I’m thrilled that we were able to bring together such a gifted group of actors for this film,” said producer Graham King. “What they bring to these key roles provides a rich backdrop for the movie, adding to the extraordinary ensemble.” Larenz Tate will be playing Motown Records founder ..read more

Marvel Games and NetEase Games have announced their latest collaboration: Marvel Rivals, a free-to-play cooperative, Superhero team-based PvP shooter. Players assemble a squad of iconic heroes and villains to battle with unique powers across maps from the Marvel Multiverse. The NetEase team working on this PC title have worked on franchises such as Call of Duty and Battlefield. “We are overjoyed to bring Marvel Rivals to players around the world. We have always loved Marvel’s universe and its characters, and we are so excited to be developing this game,” said the Marvel Rivals Producer Stephen ..read more

Pop culture is a never-ending world of updates, teases, trailers, and hopefully releases. What’s New Wednesday is Dorkaholics’ way to keep us all up to date with what’s new across comics, tv, film, games, and more! This week, the focus is on Dead Boy Detectives, Boy Kills World, Heeramandi, and The Garfield Movie. Dead Boy Detectives: Official Trailer Dead Boy Detectives is a new series in The Sandman Universe for Netflix and feels distinct yet familiar like a CW primetime series, which isn’t a bad thing. If the trailer is indicative of anything, then I’m hoping the inclusion of “Black Parad ..read more

Distributor GKIDS has acquired the North American distribution rights to films by internationally renowned director Mamoru Hosoda and the animation studio he co-founded, Studio Chizu, which includes The Girl Who Leapt Through Time and Summer Wars. Unfortunately, the deal does not include Digimon: The Movie or the two Japanese films that were used for its English adaptation – Digimon Adventure and Digimon Adventure: Our War Game. But fortunately, Summer Wars is known for having been inspired by the earlier War Game film, so my Digimon-loving Dorkaholics can rejoice.  “One of GKIDS’ earlies ..read more

The international arm of Japanese broadcaster NHK, NHK World-Japan, is adapting the tiny desk concerts series from American public broadcaster NPR with a platform license. The tiny desk series features artists performing in an intimate setting with acoustics that match the atmosphere. For the inaugural broadcast, Fujii Kaze will be featured on “tiny concerts JAPAN.” Fujii Kaze is a performer who has been earning accolades domestically and abroad, and those who haven’t heard of him will get their first chance while those familiar with him will hear his music in a new way. I first came across Fu ..read more

Pop culture is a never-ending world of updates, teases, trailers, and hopefully releases. What’s New Wednesday is Dorkaholics’ way to keep us all up to date with what’s new across comics, tv, film, games, and more! This week, the focus is on Monkey Man, Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. Monkey Man: Producer Jordan Peele Featurette Producer Jordan Peele shares his admiration for the work that Dev Patel puts into their upcoming film Monkey Man. With themes of revenge and representing/fighting for a cause, comparisons to John Wick and Ba ..read more