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‘Heart Eyes’ Director Breaks Down the Gore and Sequel Ideas; Could the Slasher Attack ‘Bridget Jones’ and ‘Love Actually’ Next?

Entertainment William Earl - February 8, 2025

“Heart Eyes” is a fascinating blend of films, mixing a rom-com with a slasher, with a pinch of broad laughs. Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding star as two co-workers who are...

Best Horror of February 2025: ‘The Monkey,’ ‘Heart Eyes’ and Anya Taylor-Joy’s Haunting New Romance

Entertainment William Earl - February 5, 2025

Welcome to Horror Explorer, a curated column showcasing the month’s best movies, series, books and everything else spooky worth checking out. I’m William Earl, the editor of Variety.com and...

‘Companion’ Ending Breakdown: Director Drew Hancock Tells All About the Film’s Showdown and Potential Sequel: ‘That’s the Future I Want for [Spoiler]’

Entertainment William Earl - February 1, 2025

SPOILER ALERT: This article contains spoilers about the entire plot of “Companion,” now playing in theaters. The sci-fi horror film “Companion” has charmed critics and audiences alike on its opening weekend. The...

Sophie Thatcher in Control: The ‘Yellowjackets’ Star on Her ‘Companion’ Robot and How the Film’s Toxic Relationship Goes ‘Far Deeper Than I Ever Imagined’

Entertainment William Earl - January 31, 2025

Sophie Thatcher can cry a single tear out of either eye on command. No, it’s not a party trick, but it blew away writer-director Drew Hancock. During a taut scene in...