Missing Link Review

Rating:
8 out of 10
Cast:
Hugh Jackman as Sir Lionel FrostZoe Saldana as Adelina FortnightZach Galifianakis as Mr. Link/SusanEmma Thompson as the Yeti ElderStephen Fry as Lord Piggot-DuncebyTimothy Olyphant as Willard StenkMatt Lucas as Mr. Collick
Directed by Chris Butler
Missing Link Review:
Missing Link, the newest film from the stop motion maestros at LAIKA, epitomizes everything great and frustrating about the company. It’s charming, human and fun, the jokes are on point and the chara

Guillermo Del Toro has once again decried the use of AI, saying the upcoming Pan’s Labyrinth re-release was restored by hand.READ MORE: ‘Frankenstein’ review: Guillermo Del Toro’s monstrously good gothic spine-tinglerThe iconic fantasy director – who has previously said AI is capable of creating “semi-compelling screensavers” and little else – appeared at San Diego Comic-Con to discuss the upcoming 20th anniversary of Pan’s Lab

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Warner Bros. Discovery has sued Amazon over the alleged poaching of an executive before contract expiration. The lawsuit follows Amazon’s recruitment of Pia Barlow, the former Senior Vice President of Marketing at HBO Max.Hollywood giants Warner Bros. and Amazon clash in new lawsuitOn July 21, 2026, Warner Bros. Discovery filed a lawsuit against Amazon in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.In the lawsuit, the studio stated, “Amazon ha

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Filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan is facing unexpected heat on social media. The filmmaker surprised many of his fans by posting an AI-generated image, which received negative comments right away. Instead of praise, the well-known director received questions about his decision to use AI art.M. Night Shyamalan’s AI post draws strong fan reactionsThe entire controversy started after M. Night Shyamalan posted an AI-generated image on his X handle. The

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Netflix almost pulled a controversial Michael Jackson documentary before it ever aired. According to a recent report, the documentary series was nearly shelved over fears of legal action. However, the series premiered on schedule and gained instant international popularity.Why did the Michael Jackson TV show almost get axed by Netflix?According to Variety, Netflix nearly canceled the launch of Michael Jackson: The Verdict just a week before its June 3 premiere.
The report

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One of 2024’s most critically acclaimed biographical comedy-dramas is officially available to stream on Hulu. Willem Dafoe, J.K. Simmons, and Finn Wolfhard’s comedy movie on Hulu, Saturday Night, delivers a real-time look behind the scenes of one of television’s most iconic premiere nights. It is packed with a stellar cast.The Hulu comedy captures the chaotic 90 minutes before a historic debutSaturday Night on Hulu can be watched on Hulu streaming by

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AMC has renewed its hit vampire TV show for a fourth season with a new title. The announcement also came with a new teaser trailer that maintains the franchise’s eerie tone. The show will be based on Anne Rice‘s 1988 novel.What hit TV show has AMC renewed, and what is the new title?AMC has renewed its hit show, Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire, for a fourth season. The new season will be retitled Anne Rice’s Queen of the Damned and will focus on

"In brightest day... in blackest night... no evil shall escape my sight. Let those who worship evil's might, beware my power of Green Lantern's light." Another exciting Comic-Con trailer debut! DC + HBO unveiled the full official trailer for their Green Lanterns spin-off series called Lanterns - ready for streaming this August. We finally get a good look at some real footage + finished VFX this time around and it's quite solid. This trailer is the best one yet, nice to see the final version. Lan

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Blade Runner 2099 has officially shown off its first trailer. The new Prime Video series also looks to be avoiding some of the major pitfalls that other high-profile adaptations have fallen into.
“In Los Angeles 2099, Cora lived her entire life on the run, a chameleon forced to adopt numerous identities,” reads the official logline for the show. “To secure a stable future for her brother, she assumes one final identity and is forced to partner with O

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Christopher Nolan‘s The Odyssey shows no signs of slowing down. The movie continues its dominance at the global box office after a massive opening weekend. Its latest estimated numbers are creating new records in 2026 and Nolan’s career.How The Odyssey is rewriting Christopher Nolan’s box office historyThe Odyssey is pulling in double-digit millions at the box office each day, while making yet another impressive performance on Thursday. Accordin

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A new update reveals when the $110 billion Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery merger could close. The merger has faced various obstacles lately despite getting clearance from the Justice Department last month.What is the update on the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger?Earlier this month, a group of 12 states filed a lawsuit in the federal court in Sacramento against the Paramount and Warner Bros. merger. These states included California, Arizona, Colorado, Connecticut,

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Neon has announced the Digital and physical media release dates for its horror film Leviticus. The announcement comes a little over a month after the film’s release in theaters. Adrian Chiarella‘s feature directorial debut was critically acclaimed upon release after premiering in the Midnight section of the Sundance Film Festival.When are the digital, 4K UHD, and Blu-ray release dates for Leviticus?Leviticus will be available on Digital on July 28

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Batman fans can watch 2 free episodes of an underrated DC animated TV show ahead of its second season release. Developed by Bruce Timm, the superhero series is now available to watch without a Prime Video subscription.What Batman TV show episodes can DC fans now watch for free?Prime Video has released the first two episodes of Batman: Caped Crusader Season 1 on YouTube, allowing fans to catch the action-thriller for free. The episodes arrive a week before Season 2 premi

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Dwayne Johnson will surprise fans with a new spin-off soon. Johnson also lent his voice to the musical performances after voicing Maui in Disney’s Moana films. Fans got to see him perform a new version of “You’re Welcome” in the recent film. They will soon get to hear him sing once again next week.What is Dwayne Johnson’s surprise Moana spin-off?Disney Music Group has revealed the track list for Moana: Voices Across The Ocean, an album that brin

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DC Studios has released a brand-new trailer for Lanterns at San Diego Comic-Con. With Aaron Pierre and Kyle Chandler in lead roles, the trailer for the DCU’s upcoming TV show teases a fresh look at Green Lantern mythology ahead of its HBO Max debut.The synopsis of the show reads, “Lanterns follows new recruit John Stewart (Aaron Pierre) and Lantern legend Hal Jordan (Kyle Chandler), two intergalactic cops drawn into a dark, Earth-based mystery as they investigat

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Chuck Russell, director of Hollywood hits such as The Mask and Eraser, has sadly passed away aged 74.According to TMZ, his family reported that he passed away unexpectedly at his San Diego-area home on Wednesday, July 23.It was also reported that the local fire department was called that afternoon to respond to a medical emergency involving an unconscious man, and responders were dispatched to his home. The cause of death has not yet been determined, and h

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Dan Stevens‘ 2014 action-horror classic, The Guest, is getting an unexpected spin-off with a new movie from A24. Many have wondered whether the upcoming A24 project has any connection to the 2014 thriller after seeing its trailer. New statements from the movie’s panel at SDCC revealed that they are connected.What is the unexpected spin-off to Dan Stevens’ The Guest?As per Empire Online, during A24’s SDCC panel, director Adam Wingard confirmed tha

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A controversial Oscar-winning filmmaker is returning to Netflix with a new horror film. Not only does it bring in a terrifying supernatural tale, but it also marks the director’s debut in the horror genre. The project is an adaptation of a renowned French novel.Netflix Teams with Oscar winner on an elevated horror movieA Variety report revealed that Netflix is reuniting with the award-winning director Jacques Audiard after the success of Emilia Pérez. The str

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Indiana Jones has made a glorious comeback after a nearly 40-year wait. The beloved franchise last witnessed a big release three years ago. It was the fifth movie in the series, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, featuring Harrison Ford.What new Indiana Jones project has been announced?The latest Indiana Jones announcement comes straight from the Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at the ongoing 2026 San Diego Comic-Con. After nearly 40 years, Indiana Jones is

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Indiana Jones has made a glorious comeback after a nearly 40-year wait. The beloved franchise last witnessed a big release three years ago. It was the fifth movie in the series, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, featuring Harrison Ford.What new Indiana Jones project has been announced?The latest Indiana Jones announcement comes straight from the Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at the ongoing 2026 San Diego Comic-Con. After nearly 40 years, Indiana Jones is

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The first exciting teaser trailer for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Season 3 has been released. The third season will introduce new characters to the fantasy series, including former Mission: Impossible star Simon Pegg as the voice of The Balrog. The teaser was revealed at San Diego Comic-Con before being released online.Watch the LOTR: The Rings of Power Season 3 teaser trailer below (watch more trailers):What do we see in the Lord of the Rings: The Rings o

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In the midst of a surprise appearance at SDCC 2026, animation legend Genndy Tartakovsky refuted the accusations of “wokeness” against his upcoming Conan the Barbarian show. Beyond countering his critics, Tartakovsky also proved his bona fides to adapt the fantasy icon in an adult animated series.The new show, Conan the Barbarian: Queen of the Black Coast, was first announced in June 2026. As the title suggests, the main inspiration is the short stor

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Brad Pitt and David Fincher‘s upcoming movie has received a concerning update. The movie is a sequel to Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood, based on Pitt’s character Cliff Booth. However, the latest update suggests fans may have to wait longer for its premiere.What is the release date update for Brad Pitt and David Fincher’s Cliff Booth movie?On Thursday, artistic director Alberto Barbera unveiled the lineup for this year’s Venice International

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Johnny Depp met a host of fans who cosplayed as some of his most iconic characters at the 2026 San Diego Comic-Con. The actor shared multiple fun interactions with the cosplayers, one of whom wore an Edward Scissorhands costume.Johnny Depp asks an Edward Scissorhands cosplayer how he goes to the restroomJohnny Depp surprised his fans on the streets of downtown San Diego on Thursday as they were en route to the 2026 Comic-Con. The actor dressed up as Ebenezer Scroog

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Fans can finally experience the story of the Stranger Things prequel without going to Broadway. The stage play, Stranger Things: The First Shadow, started playing in 2023. It explores the origins of Henry Creel aka Vecna, the show’s final big bad.How can Stranger Things fans experience the First Shadow prequel?Until now, there wasn’t an affordable way for Stranger Things fans to see the play unless they were willing to purchase a Broadway ticket. Now, fans won

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Motor City stars Alan Ritchson and Shailene Woodley spoke with ComingSoon’s Tyler Treese about their unique new revenge action movie and how it was conveying a love story without dialogue. Also starring Ben Foster, the movie is out today in theaters.“In 1970s Detroit, a working-class romantic is framed by a ruthless gangster after falling for his girlfriend. After years in prison, he returns with only one mission: revenge. With operatic scale, Motor City unleashes

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The awaited Blade Runner 2099 trailer is out, featuring Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer. They headline the upcoming TV series, directly connected to the iconic sci-fi franchise that began with Ridley Scott‘s 1982 film Blade Runner.The show’s official synopsis reads, “In Los Angeles 2099, Olwen, a veteran Blade Runner days from dying, partners with a mysterious new recruit, Cora, to investigate a widening conspiracy that stretches back to the city&rs

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TAW Entertainment has released a new trailer for the upcoming Ed Gein horror movie. It is titled, Ed Gein: The House Of Horrors; the film will retell the story of the “Butcher of Plainfield.” The film was announced less than a year after the release of Netflix’s Monster: The Ed Gein Story.What do we see in the trailer for the new Ed Gein horror movie?The film’s synopsis reads, “After the death of his fanatically religious mother, isolated