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Forbes
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Netflix's ‘Trainwreck' Documentary On ‘Storm Area 51': Here's What Really Happened
The final installment of Netflix's hit documentary anthology 'Trainwreck' will revisit the 'Storm Area 51' fiasco of 2019, when a Facebook event encouraging millions to converge on a highly classified U.S. Air Force base drew a federal response that included threats from the military and temporary flight restrictions. "Trainwreck: Storm Area 51." Courtesy of Netflix Netflix will release "Trainwreck: Storm Area 51" on Tuesday as the eighth and final installment in a series of films about bizarre real-life events that once dominated mainstream media. The series has been a boon for the streamer in the dog days of summer—when TV use traditionally declines—and at least one 'Trainwreck' documentary has been among Netflix's 10 most-watched movies every week since the first debuted on June 10. Streaming data for six of the releases shows that each spent at least one week on the Netflix most-watched list with two documentaries on the Astroworld tragedy and the so-called 'poop cruise,' making the list for two weeks each. "Trainwreck: Poop Cruise," about a 2013 cruise where passengers were stranded for days without working toilets, was by far the most popular episode so far with 28.2 million views in its first two weeks. 'Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy,' was viewed 13.5 million times in its two weeks on the Top 10 list. Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts: We're launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day's headlines. Text 'Alerts' to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here : 'Trainwreck: Storm Area 51," the description for which claims to be 'the story of the greatest sh*tpost ever made,' will be released Tuesday. What Did The Original Facebook Post Say? Organizer Matty Roberts, who was 20 at the time, created a Facebook event inviting people to storm the heavily secured Air Force facility called Area 51 in the Nevada desert. The name of the event was: "Storm Area 51, They Can't Stop All of Us" and the idea was to gather enough people to charge at the base so some attendees would be able to bypass security. Once inside the facility, Roberts said the potential alien technology and government research lurking inside would be exposed to the public. "Let's see them aliens,' the event's description said. More than 3.5 million people registered as either 'going' or 'interested' in the event. How Did The Military Respond To 'storm Area 51?' An Air Force spokesperson said the military branch strongly discouraged anyone from attempting to infiltrate Area 51, telling potential attendees the U.S. Air Force 'always stands ready to protect America and its assets.' The Federal Aviation Administration temporarily closed the airspace near Area 51, including to news helicopters and emergency medical flights, and an outdoor music festival planned for near the site was moved to Las Vegas. How Many People Actually Stormed Area 51? In the end, about 40 people showed up at the gates before they were confronted and sent away by law enforcement. Why Is There So Much Controversy Around Area 51? Area 51 is a relatively small Air Force base located on 38,000 restricted acres—part of a larger, 2.9-million acre complex—near Groom Lake in southern Nevada. Details of operations at Area 51 aren't public, other than its description as an open training range. Its only confirmed use is as a flight testing facility and, during World War II, as an aerial gunnery range for the U.S. Army Air Corps. The mystery surrounding the base has sparked dozens of conspiracy theories about the extent of its use, most of which focus on tales of UFOs, government cover-ups and extraterrestrial technology. In 1989, a man named Robert Lazar claimed he worked on alien technology inside Area 51, and that he saw autopsy photographs of aliens inside the facility. Until recently, satellite imagery of Area 51 was censored. 'If the government won't tell us anything about it, what if every fool on the internet converged on Area 51? What would they do, shoot everyone?' Roberts says in 'Trainwreck: Storm Area 51. 'It just seemed like a hilarious idea to me. Jokes are funnier when they're edgy.' Further Reading Forbes Netflix Renews Jenna Ortega's Hit Series 'Wednesday' For Third Season By Veronica Villafañe Forbes Meghan And Harry Lose Their Netflix Deal, Reports Say—Here's What Happens To Meghan's Show By Mary Whitfill Roeloffs Forbes SB19 Are Ready For Their Next Chapter With Netflix Documentary By Laura Sirikul
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix Documentary Investigates Travis Scott's Astroworld Disaster
Travis Scott's Astroworld concert at NRG Park in Houston was supposed to be a grand celebration after the pandemic canceled the 2020 event. Instead, it turned into a tragedy on Nov. 5, 2021. Netflix new documentary, Trainwreck: The Astroworld Tragedy, out June 10, explores what went wrong with testimony from survivors, first-person video footage, and crowd-safety experts. The concert was planned by LiveNation, which has decades of experience in planning large-scale events, but organizers, according to festival photographer Kirby Gladstein in the documentary, wanted a chaotic vibe to amp up the crowd. By the time Scott took the stage at 9 p.m., the fans were pushing forward toward him into a pen surrounded by barriers with no easy exit. He continued to perform while some members of the audience were being trampled on. Despite screams from fans to stop the concert, Scott sang until 10 p.m. A LiveNation manager was aware of the seriousness of the crisis, and a transcript, shared in the documentary, chronicled the unfolding events as they tried to get the audio engineer to warn Scott of what was happening right in front of him. Per The Mirror US, the transcript reads, "We have four active CPRs going on. Two are most likely dead. It is very very bad. There are more crush victims than I have ever seen in my 25-year career." "We have to have a discussion in his [Travis'] ears letting him know what's going on. We need to shut this thing down in eight minutes at 10 o'clock." The show did not stop and there were ultimately 10 fatalities with 25 hospitalizations and over 300 minor injuries. In November 2023, Scott spoke about the tragedy to GQ, sharing that he was "overly devastated" by the tragedy. "I always think about it. Those fans were like my family. You know, I love my fans to the utmost," he said. "It has its moments where it gets rough and…yeah. You just feel for those people. And their families.'Netflix Documentary Investigates Travis Scott's Astroworld Disaster first appeared on Men's Journal on Jun 10, 2025
Time Business News
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Business News
Wearing the Hype: Inside Travis Scott Hoodies & Tees
Travis Scott is not a typical rapper, as he is an international icon that has become so much more prevalent than music. Whether it is his genre-bending music, live stage performance, or fashion, everything Travis does glitters, and even fashion is not an exception. The Travis Scott merch has also become an iconic cultural representation of the combination of streetwear and edgy charm people cannot resist in all these years. Be it his famous hoodies, his eye-searing graphic shirts, or highly-limited collaborations, Travis Scott was a man with one foot into the future and another into the present as far as his clothing line was concerned. Buying either one of the items in his collection may be similar to obtaining a souvenir of contemporary rap music. Then, what is so cool about the Travis Scott merchandise, why people love it and why it should be mixed in a flawless manner? It is not a simple drop of fabric and prints, Travis makes a statement when he drops merch. His personality, music and aesthetic can be seen in his collections. Each of the releases is connected to an album, tour, or work of creation, and each instance is a unique-edition moment in time. Consider the Astroworld merch, as an example. The lights, psychedelic patterns and dark post-apocalyptic atmosphere sketched the soul of the album. When fans spent their money on a hoodie, they were investing in Astroworld universe. The Utopia merch similarly followed a play on future graphics and earth tones that reflected the unearthly border-breaking concept of the album. The Travis Scott hoodie has joined the number of the most popular products in the Travis Scott merch line. It is an extra-large fit, thick cotton touch, and unique graphics, and it is standard among followers and trend-setters. Bold Graphics: whether it is flaming skulls or spacey graphics, they are recognizable right away. Good Fabric Structure: The majority of hoodies are constructed with heavy duty and quality cotton which provides the taste of premium streetwear. Exclusive drops: Each drops limited. As soon as it is sold out, it is hardly available ever again- a reason that creates enormous demand. Storytelling : Every hoodie normally relates to a song video, tour, or subject. It is body art. You can opt in a minimalist brown Cactus Jack print as well as with a full-back print, but the hoodie makes a statement. Travis Scott shirt are an ideal option in case you want to break the ice shopping Travis Scott merch without spending so much on a hoodie. These tees are styled in many different ways, which make them so simple to style, whether it is in plain print or crazy graphics. Off-Duty Casual Style: To get that casual cool, wear a graphic T-shirt (in brown or black) and wash the jeans and rub some holes around the knees. Completed with a pair of sneakers. Add a Top: Put a long-sleeve on top of a shirt or under an oversized flannel to get the layer streetwear aesthetic. Dress It Up: Layer with tailored pants and statement jewelry to a combination of high-fashion and urban vibe. These shirts are not just casual; they are the type of shirts that attract conversation. Travis has been associated with some of the largest brands in the world. Such collaborations have helped his merch to transform fanwear to must-have streetwear. McDonalds collab was a cultural thing in 2020. As well as a signature meal, Travis dropped shirts, hoodies, and even rugs. It occurred without warning, it was entertaining and it was all sold out within hours. On the clothing side of this collab, even though the most famous understood this brand mainly as sneakers, the fashionable side of this collab caused a stir. It had a high-fashion streetwear appearance using earth colors, utility vibes, and little branding. Travis dropped the digital and physical merch to honor his in-game concert and has tailored together gaming culture and fashion. T-shirts of this collab are still favorite of fans. It is not design that matters, but story behind each piece. Travis fans identify themselves with Travis through his merch. Having a hoodie or a shirt is like being in the inner circle of the people who grasp his artistic vision. These items are investments to the collectors. The better known Travis is, the more appealing his early and rare drops. Others like Astroworld goods can currently be resold through half priced but tripled. Popularity comes with imitation. Fake Travis Scott hoodies and shirts are all over the market and it may be difficult to identify a real one among the fake ones. Shop in Reputable Stores Only – Whenever you apply to make purchases, it will always be made in official stores or in verified retailers of your own. Examine Tags and Stitching- Tags of genuine products are well printed and neat and so is the stitching. Find out about the Drop- Know what was dropped in each drop so that you do not get caught up in fake designs. Seek out Cactus Jack Branding- The logo that accompanies Cactus Jack will be attached to most of the products in a slight way or in a loud and obvious manner. It has a wide market potential, as many celebrities have been seen in Travis Scott attire. Whether it is Kylie Jenner or Justin Bieber, they can be worn quite effortlessly. Kylie: You can also spot her in huge Travis hoodies with biker shorts and thick sneakers. Bieber: Has a preference to the grunge style-Travis Scott tee and ripped, baggy jeans with beanies. Fashion power players: Layer a leather jacket, cargo, or ornamented jewelry to give your outfit that third-level streetwear feel. With Travis still developing in his career as an artist, his fashion line will also be growing. Get ready to see more avant-garde designs, sustainability-driven drops, and multicultural influences. Whether you are trying to build your wardrobe or your stock of resale items as a collector, Travis Scott merch is a very wise purchase and a cool item indeed. Flowing through every stitch, culture, storytelling and creativity are what Travis Scott merch is all about. It can be a sassy graphic hoodie or a simple signal shirt, but every article has the mood of the world of Travis. Whether you are willing to take your streetwear to the next level or want to express your admiration of La Flame, it is the high time to check out the brand new Travis Scott hoodie and T-shirts put on sale. 1. Is the Travis Scott gear of good quality? Right, the majority of Travis Scott clothes and accessories are fabricated of top quality cotton and incorporate detailed graphics. The quality is as good as the top streetwear brands. 2. Where to get original Travis Scott hoodies? You may shop real merch at the official site of Travis Scott, in brand-collaborations (such as Nike), or at stores such as officialtravisscottmerch. 3. Are Travis Scott shirts true-to-size? It is not an accident that most of the shirts and hoodies are slightly oversized. You can also go a size down, in case you would want a regular fit. 4. How frequently does Travis Scott release some new merchandise? Merch is generally published at the time of release of an album, special event or even collaboration. These are small drops that get sold quickly. 5. Is it possible to sell Travis Scott merch to make a profit? Yes! It is scarce and as such, certain items can appreciate with time, Collab items or items blocked to a specific event such as Astroworld (or McDonalds) have appreciated with time. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Gizmodo
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
DC Comics at Theme Parks Has Had a Bizarre History but ‘Superman' Could Change That
There's nostalgia for the Batman movie era at Six Flags as we head toward a new DC Studios era with Superman, On a recent visit to Magic Mountain, I found myself reminiscing fondly about the stunt shows from the '90s. Both Batman Forever and Batman & Robin were draws as WB movie-inspired attractions for folks who didn't want to only do roller coasters. The most vivid memory I have is Batman swinging into action and riding in the Batmobile for the explosive, stunt-heavy Magic Mountain version of the show. The Caped Crusader teamed up with Robin and Batgirl against Mr. Freeze and Poison Ivy for super abridged versions of the film's plot against perfectly dilapidated Gotham sets. At Astroworld in Texas, an early version of the show took place in a water arena where the iconic DC duo took on the Riddler and Two-Face in a high-octane show with jet skis and a helicopter. For a while, DC Entertainment seemed invested in being a worthy competitor to the outdoor staged experiences presented at Universal Studios Hollywood or even The Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular at Walt Disney World. But then, more and more, all the coaster-centric parks began to only license DC iconography to slip on steel coasters, including Batman: The Ride, Riddler's Revenge, and Superman: The Ride. With little to no effort on theming, investment in places where you could immerse yourself in the world of these characters was nowhere to be found for years. Sure, there would be some slight attempts, like a meet and greet here or there timed to ride openings, but gone was the value placed in thematic storytelling to draw repeat visits. Only the memories and the Batmobile from the long-gone stunt shows remain for photo ops. During Christopher Nolan's Batman era, the thing that most reinvigorated DC and Warner Bros.' interest in participatory entertainment was an ARG marketing campaign. The level of immersion with Animal Repair Shop's The Dark Knight: Why So Serious? experience made the world a theme park. Fans who wanted to learn more about the second Nolan film were able to participate in flash Joker Mobs at places like San Diego Comic-Con or follow clues in other major cities to shopping centers or college campuses to collect artifacts from the yet-to-be-released film. Even in the digital world, the internet landscape was changed as Batman fans unlocked the first look at Heath Ledger's Joker. It was a game changer and one that at least some major theme parks sought to bring into their offerings, except seemingly Six Flags. In 2010 things changed in theme parks when Universal Studios opened the first major themed land based on a film franchise with The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The irony being, of course, that Warner Bros. partnered with a competing theme park for this—all while having DC Comics just be stickers to slap on any given coaster. Wizarding World lit a fire that would go on to motivate the landscape to evolve quickly from just having attractions or shows touting a major IP. Now, the blueprint was set to make whole areas that take you into the world of your favorite fandom, paving the way for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge and Avengers Campus at Disney Parks and, most recently, Universal's own Epic Universe. Warner Bros. has had an international arm that's put familiar properties in various theme parks around the world, notably in Spain and Australia with Warner Bros. Movie World parks. These were essentially original regional parks in major metropolitan cities that partnered with WB to rebrand into Movie World Parks. They very often get better production value for their properties with DC Comics, The Wizard of Oz, and The Looney Tunes at their amusement parks, while we get paint refreshes on existing coasters. Before you surmise that 'Wow, DC fans really got the short end here,' you might be surprised to learn that there is a fully realized DC Universe land: Warner Bros. World on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The first from-the-ground-up WB theme park, it opened in 2018 and predates Galaxy's Edge with multiple themed lands designed by the Thinkwell Group, a hub of park and immersive designers. Here you'll find Gotham and Metropolis as two separate areas with attractions inspired by the worlds of Batman and Superman. There are meet and greets with multiple characters throughout, from heroes to villains; even the Looney Tunes get fully decked out in DC Comics gear too. The ads for this park are always making us feel like we're truly missing out. The most we got around that time of its opening was a single dark ride in the form of Six Flags' Justice League: Battle for Metropolis. Which brings us to the DCEU phase, in which Six Flags got some costume redesigns inspired by the New 52 on select DC characters with limited engagements on appearances throughout the country. The Warner Bros. Studios tour in Burbank expanded to feature interactive displays with costumes from the Snyderverse films and tour set stops. My favorite experience of this era was when the studio decided to try its hand at hosting its own Halloween after-dark ticketed event. With Horror Made Here, scary walk-throughs based on franchises like The Conjuring and Friday the 13th were joined by an Arkham Asylum maze where the Joker and Harley turned guests into inmates. It was scary and delightfully demented with elements of immersive storytelling and escape room antics. Alas, Horror Made Here was only around for one year; every year we hope it comes back. As the DCEU neared its end, a new Wonder Woman coaster opened at Six Flags Magic Mountain with little fanfare. By that point, fans' relationship with the brand had perhaps been pulled in too many directions. As we enter DC Studios' next chapter with the release of James Gunn's Superman, its heroes and villains are being scattered throughout various summer offerings. The most exciting-sounding one is being run in collaboration with the Gaylord Hotels, which is transforming a number of its resorts with a 'DC Summer' theme for the 2025 season. The offerings include superhero training with the Justice League, meet and greets, nighttime spectaculars, themed meals like a Harley and Joker buffet, a Riddler-themed immersive scavenger hunt, and a secret villains bar at select locations. There's even an expansive comic-book-come-to-life illuminated walk-through experience: Universe of Light at the Gaylord Texan, with heroic and splash-page-themed art installations for the whole family to enjoy. Meanwhile, as Six Flags undergoes its current phase of new ownership through Cedar Fair, there's been a resurgence of the characters at select locations, including Magic Mountain in California. For the summer, the West Coast park has 'DC Heroes and Villains Fest,' featuring a small parade cavalcade of characters from DC Comics and a cluster of themed food booths. With a new stage show that's more of a dance party than a stunt spectacular on the level of what was there in the '90s, there are some signs of progress with seeing how kids react to seeing Superman and his super friends take on Lex Luthor and the Joker. But on the whole, it's just a whole bunch of coaster-centric activities that are not as accessible as other places. It still just feels like a missed opportunity to start anew alongside DC Studios. The costumes still harken to the New 52 aiming to pull in fans with the recognizable iconography alone. On a recent visit to Six Flags Magic Mountain, we found the food was good but definitely still felt lacking in regard to theming, though that just might be because there were only three booths with a few options. Overall, it isn't too different from some of the recent things Six Flags has been doing anyway for the summer season around the country. It's just too all over the place to feel a part of what's next. The effort at the parks has room to evolve as Superman arrives. The Warner Bros. Studio Tour feels more connected to what's to come: the DC area of the walkthrough for the tour includes a celebration of past projects while shifting focus to the now. There are costumes from Matt Reeves' The Batman on display right out of the Batcave, which feels and sounds like it with incredible screens that transport you there with a touch of that Nolan feel. And James Gunn's mark is starting to take hold; you exit with a Daily Planet desk illuminating the new tone of the DC Studios era. The costumes for Clark Kent, Lois Lane, Lex Luthor, and the Superman suit fill the place with excitement against a Fortress of Solitude display. Even the WB store, which is a modern version of the ones from the mall in the '90s, got redone with Metropolis set pieces to admire while you shop, complete with a Krypto the dog plush fountain. Somehow that evoked more theme park vibes than anything else we've experienced so far in the world of DC comics this year. While we see places like WB World Abu in Dhabi soar, we hope that stateside we get more invested in incorporating everything this massive fandom is missing out on. With the arrival of more DC Studios here, let's hope their worlds immerse ours and we can go up, up, and away too. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Country star slams brawling fans at gig, telling them: ‘This is not a Travis Scott concert'
Country music star Cody Johnson berated a couple of brawling concertgoers, telling them 'this is not a Travis Scott concert.' The musician, known for songs including 'Cowboy Like Me' and ''Til You Can't,' briefly stopped his show in San Antonio, Texas, over the weekend, so that the individuals could be removed. 'That's alright, we got all night,' Johnson said from the stage, during a performance of 'God Bless America.' 'I mean, this is not a Travis Scott concert,' he said, 'there's kids in the crowd.' 'There we go, there's the police officers,' he added, as the crowd cheered. Johnson's comment about Scott was a reference to the serious crush at one of the rapper's shows at the Astroworld music festival, in Houston, Texas, in November 2021. Ten people died and scores more were injured following a 'crowd surge' on the first night of the two-day festival, an annual music event hosted by Scott at the site of the former Houston Six Flags park. Following reports of the deaths in the crowd, Scott said that he was 'absolutely devastated' and later said he thinks about what happens 'every day.' Civil lawsuits were later filed by the families of the victims. Earlier at last weekend's show, Johnson told fans that over the past few years he had 'grown tired of ... watching the news media and people in politics try to divide us when we don't need to be divided.' 'Do you know why it's okay sometimes to disagree with your fellow American, on anything?' he asked. 'Because before most of us were born, an American soldier gave his or her life to have the freedom to disagree in the United States.' After the brawling men were removed from the venue, he reportedly quipped: 'Well, there goes my speech about unity.'
