Review: ‘Morbius’ is a boring, bloodless bat man

Originally planned for a July 2020 premiere before the pandemic pushed it back, “Morbius” is ostensibly Sony Pictures’ attempt to recapture the “Spider-Man”-adjacent success of its gonzo “Venom” franchise. Instead it feels as gloppy and formless as the symbiote himself. FOX film critic Caroline Siede reviews Jared Leto's super-powered vampire flick.

The coolest, weirdest, best things at this year’s SXSW festival: Vol. 2

Three years after its last in-person gathering, the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival made a glorious return to in-person festivities this year. The hybrid music/film/tech festival and convention featured plenty of buzzy events, from concerts from Dolly Parton, Shawn Mendes and T-Pain to a keynote from Lizzo, an early screening of the third season of “Atlanta” and a ton of film premieres. Here's our second round-up.

SXSW 2022: Dolly Parton dazzled, delighted and somehow got me excited about an NFT

Dolly Parton isn’t just great. She’s the Grand Canyon. You may think you know how incredible she is, but until you see her in person, there’s no way to fully grasp the magnitude of her talents. FOX entertainment editor Allison Shoemaker has more on Blockchain Creative Labs' unbelievable SXSW event.

Review: ‘The Lost City’ almost strikes gold at SXSW

it’s not hard to imagine a version of "The Lost City" story that’s a raunchier, more subversive R-rated comedy instead of a generically palatable PG-13 rated one. Still, given those parameters, it’s a wonder that the film emerges as the relatively enjoyable romp it is — compromises and all. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.

‘West Side Story’ now streaming: A dazzling musical with a dimmed love story

For his new take on “West Side Story,” director Steven Spielberg pulls from the beloved 1961 movie musical as well as the original Broadway stage show, while adding a few new elements of his own. This is “West Side” as you’ve seen it before, and also as you haven’t. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.

March movie preview: The Batman, Ryan Reynolds, a new Pixar and some Sundance favorites

From a Ben Affleck/Ana de Armas erotic thriller to a Sandra Bullock/Channing Tatum adventure romance to Netflix’s new Ryan Reynolds sci-fi action drama, movie stars are back in full force. Plus Robert Pattinson suits up as a superhero named Batman in an epic noir take on the Caped Crusader, dramatically titled “The Batman.” this year’s Sundance Film Festival are already making their way onto streaming platforms. Here’s what’s headed your way, cinematically speaking, in March 2022.

‘The Batman’ review: Why so serious?

The latest take on the Caped Crusader, Matt Reeves' “The Batman” offers a weirder, less likable Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattison) and some slightly subversive things to say about its own genre. But at the end of the day, it’s still yet another grim and gritty Batman movie — one that’s plentiful style can’t quite make up for its lack of substance. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.

Review: ‘Studio 666’ sends Foo Fighters on a sonic highway to hell

“Studio 666”, the new horror-comedy starring the iconic ‘90s alt-rock band Foo Fighters, might not be Good Cinema, but it's easy to forgive the film its trespasses because, well, everyone's having so much dang fun. Film critic Clint Worthington reviews the latest from Dave Grohl and company.

FOX Entertainment acquires rights to “Gumby” franchise

Iconic claymation character Gumby and all his friends are set to join the FOX Entertainment line-up. The company acquired the rights from the estate of creator Art Clokey. This could pave the way for new additions to the Gumby-verse across broadcast, streaming and beyond. FOX currently has hopes for a new animated series and live-action original content, as well as NFTS, consumer products, publishing and more.

Happy birthday, Dick Van Dyke: 6 episodes of ‘The Dick Van Dyke Show’ to stream (for free!)

Legendary actor, singer and entertainer Dick Van Dyke was born on Dec. 13, 1925, and so this December marks his big 96th birthday. While many know him best for his iconic work in movies like “Mary Poppins,” “Bye Bye Birdie” and “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” or perhaps his classic mystery series “Diagnosis: Murder,” to others he will always be Rob Petrie — the affable lead character of “The Dick Van Dyke Show.”

FOX renews ‘LEGO Masters’ for a third season

Season three of “LEGO Masters” will premiere in 2022 on FOX. The series is currently casting; potential future LEGO Masters can apply online at https://www.legomasters.tv. Those who just want to watch the show, however, can find the first two seasons streaming for free on Tubi.