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Bryan Fuller's debut feature film, Dust Bunny, is now in theaters and has received a five-star rating from Nerdist. The "exceptionally beautiful" trailer showcases the film's aesthetic, starring Mads Mikkelsen, Sophie Sloan, and Sigourney Weaver. The movie is described as a "whimsical horror" that also functions as an action-packed thriller and an '80s-style fantasy. The plot follows ten-year-old Aurora, who enlists her mysterious neighbor (Mads Mikkelsen), a hitman for "real-life monsters," to help her kill the monster she believes ate her family. Suspecting his own enemies may have been involved, the neighbor guiltily takes the job, battling assassins to protect Aurora and confronting the reality of some monsters. The article encourages audiences to experience Dust Bunny on the big screen.[1Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/experience-dust-bunny-exceptional-beauty-in-new-trailer-mads-mikkelsen-bryan-fuller/ to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

The early days of Star Trek: The Next Generation saw a unique, non-canonical tie-in comic mini-series from DC Comics, which produced a rare Trek Christmas story titled "Spirit in the Sky".[1] Released in late 1987, around the time the show premiered, this comic featured a cosmic Santa, Grinch-like aliens, and other "delightfully cringe elements".[1] The comic's unusual content, which included ripped superhero-esque drawings of the crew, is attributed to its creation before any episodes had aired, with writer Mike Carlin and artist Pablo Marcos working only from a series bible and production photos.[1] This likely caused the Christmas element to bypass Gene Roddenberry's famously atheistic stance against human religious holidays in the 24th century.[1] The events of this interstellar holiday story were recently described in a "very funny 'Twas the Night Before Christmas style" video by YouTube channel Junkball Media.[1]Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/star-trek-next-generation-80s-comics-retrospective/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

Zooey Deschanel revealed that she wasn't the first choice for the role of Jovie in the Christmas movie Elf. The role was originally offered to Katie Holmes, but due to a scheduling conflict, Holmes was unable to take the part. Director Jon Favreau had initially told Deschanel she didn't need to audition because Holmes had been cast. After Holmes dropped out, Deschanel was reconsidered for the role and ultimately secured it, with the character's singing ability being tailored to her talents.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/katie-holmes-originally-cast-in-elf-movie-as-jovie/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

The article "History of Star Wars Originally Trilogy Posters Videos" details the evolution of Star Wars marketing, showcasing a collection of original posters and videos from the initial trilogy's release. It explores how these promotional materials captured the imagination of audiences and contributed to the saga's enduring legacy.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/history-of-star-wars-originally-trilogy-posters-videos/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

Harrison Ford is set to receive the SAG-AFTRA Life Achievement Award, celebrating his extensive and impactful career in Hollywood. The award recognizes his contributions to film and television over several decades, including iconic roles in franchises like Star Wars and Indiana Jones.Visit https://nerdist.com/article/harrison-ford-to-receive-sag-aftra-life-achievement-award/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

A teaser for Avengers: Doomsday has sparked speculation about Chris Evans' potential return as Steve Rogers, though this remains unconfirmed by Marvel. The teaser hints at a major storyline for the upcoming Avengers film, scheduled for release in 2026.Visit https://nerdist.com/article/avengers-doomsday-teaser-chris-evans-return-steve-rogers/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

Tom Cruise is slated to star in a new comedy film titled Digger. A teaser has been released for the movie, which is expected to showcase Cruise in a more comedic role than his recent action-heavy performances.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/tom-cruise-digger-comedy-film-teaser/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)

The Oscars will move to an exclusive YouTube event starting in 2029, signaling a significant shift in the broadcasting and distribution strategy for the Academy Awards. This move aims to reach a wider, more digitally native audience for the prestigious ceremony.Visit  https://nerdist.com/article/oscars-youtube-exclusive-event-starting-2029/  to read or listen to the article.Powered by Instaread (https://instaread.co/player)