As Looper learned in an exclusive interview with actor Chen Tang, who plays Mulan's wise-cracking squad-mate Yao in the 2020 remake, what Mulan didn't do sets it apart from its sword-swinging peers.
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As brought to life by director Ben Wheatley, the latest take on du Maurier's classic novel is a moody and stylish thriller that's full of color, top-tier actors, intrigue, and at least one major twist. It's a fresh take on a timeless tale, and may be the best rendition of Rebecca yet. Here's why.
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In an exclusive interview with Looper, Alejandro talked about that shocking sixth-season renewal, what to expect from the eventual series finale of Lucifer, and how his time on Arrow scared the pants off him.
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Do the movie's flaws offer a compelling argument to skip Christopher Nolan's latest mind-bending blockbuster? Judge for yourself: Here's a look at the best and worst things about Tenet's story and cinematic execution.
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From symbolic imagery to systemic societal issues, here are some of the things only adults notice in the live-action Mulan.
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From family drama to odd aliens, here are the things only adults notice in Zathura.
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Here are the biggest questions Tenet left hanging without definitive answers — and what we can try and parse from those non-answers, understanding Christopher Nolan and his creative approach the way we do.
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Starman is one of DC's most storied superheroes. 11 separate men have taken on the mantle at some point -- and that's not even counting Stargirl. We're here to break down this complex hero's story, from his 1941 debut as a super-scientist to his 1990s reinvention.
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He's been around for a really long time, beating up cosmic beings and protecting humanity. But who exactly is Marvel's Ikaris? Well, read on to find out.
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Barrell talked to Looper in an interview leading up to the premiere of Wynonna Earp's fourth season in which she recounted her favorite moments, talked about the trouble with breaking for a pandemic, and paid tribute to the family behind one of TV's biggest surprise genre hits.
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The trailer for I'm Thinking of Ending Things is two minutes and 38 seconds of weirdness and mystery. We've got the world's freakiest ice cream shop, a dog that won't stop shaking, and a main character played by an actor we know we've seen... somewhere. Here's why Jessie Buckley looks so familiar.
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For the inside scoop on how Mulan remake director Niki Caro got a group of young actors into fighting form, Looper spoke with one of the cast members involved: Chen Tang, who plays the wise-cracking Yao.
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It's a gutting loss to lose such a talented star so early in his career, but if there's any comfort to be had, it's the incredible and indelible performances Boseman left behind.
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In 1999, Paul Feig crafted a show based in the '80s called Freaks and Geeks, which sadly lasted just a single season. It's now a cult classic, and fans want to know whether a reboot is in the cards. Looper asked Feig exactly that in a recent exclusive interview.
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From sci-fi adventures to detective dramas, here are some TV shows that, sadly, only went downhill after exciting, thrilling, and even great first seasons.
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The right role on a sci-fi series can make an actor immortal. But not every part is a magical union between actor and character. Why did they leave?
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In director Josh Boone's The New Mutants, the titular group is comprised of five teenagers with superpowers who find themselves in nightmarish digs. At a recent press conference for The New Mutants, Boone and the cast reflected on how it felt to be back in the teen years while making the film.
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Actor Kevin Alejandro first stepped into the DC Universe when he appeared on season 2 of Arrow as Sebastian Blood, aka Brother Blood. In an interview with Looper, Alejandro delves into what it took to play Brother Blood and reflected on why joining Arrow was actually a scary experience for him.
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Although this series is eminently binge-worthy, there are some moments we watch and pause more than others, usually related to characters that audiences have grown to love. Here are our picks for the most paused moments in Stranger Things.
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Throughout the entire film, Pacino proves why he's one of the greatest actors of his generation as he imbues Hoffa with a real, nuanced humanity even while portraying him as the larger-than-life figure he really was. This scene, however, is a particular standout.
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Seventeen years after making his directorial debut with Undefeated, John Leguizamo is back behind the camera for his first turn as a feature film director with Critical Thinking. He recently spoke with Looper in an exclusive interview, revealing why making the film was so important to him.
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We're taking a look at the funny, heartbreaking, action-packed moments in the MCU to find the most iconic scenes from each movie.
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The comics' lengthy 72-issue, 2006-2008 run means there's plenty of lore, twists, and characters left out or remixed in the show. So in preparation for the coming season and facts that fans may be unaware of, here's a complete guide to Amazon's The Boys.
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No actor always makes the right choices, and even one as acclaimed as Mr. De Niro is no exception. He's one of the most talented stars of his generation, but he's been known to pick a dud project here and there — and some of those low points are pretty darn low.
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In the recently released comic book horror movie The New Mutants, Henry Zaga portrays Roberto da Costa, aka Sunspot. In an exclusive interview with Looper, Zaga opened up about what it was like bringing Sunspot — a mutant from Brazil who can manipulate solar energy — to life.
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From OG elves to brand new bad guys, here's every character rumored to show up in Amazon's Lord of the Rings prequel.
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This isn't just one of Craig's best scenes as Bond. It tells you everything you need to know about the new, modern 007, and makes it almost impossible not to fall in love with him. Watch it. You'll see what we mean.
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