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Leader Live
4 days ago
- Business
- Leader Live
Characteristic barn conversion for sale in Wrexham
The four-bedroom property is marketed by Fisher German for £500,000. Approached via an enclosed entrance vestibule, the front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall, which is finished with engineered oak flooring that runs through much of the ground floor accommodation. The hall provides entry into all downstairs accommodation, while also housing the staircase and a WC. As you enter the hall, to the right lies the principal reception room. A generous and inviting space is defined by its striking brick inglenook fireplace, with inset Villager wood-burning stove set atop a tiled hearth. Within the reception is a bespoke offset French stable door which provides direct access to the rear garden and terrace. Adjoining the reception room and accessed via two arched openings is the second reception room, which could function as a home office or snug, should the need arise. At the opposing end of the property is the heart of the home, a well-appointed breakfast kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with a range of bespoke, solid wood, arched-style floor and wall-mounted cabinets, under contrasting countertops. A Newhome range cooker is the central feature of the room. The kitchen easily accommodates a family dining table and benefits from an adjoining utility room and walk-in pantry. Within the kitchen, a doorway leads into a boot room, which in turn opens out to the kitchen garden. The staircase rises to a long first-floor landing, which features a vaulted ceiling with exposed trusses and Velux-style windows, flooding the space with natural light. To the left of the landing are three guest bedrooms, two of which accommodate a double bed while the smaller would serve well as a home office or nursery room. The second guest bedroom benefits from a built-in wardrobe, with all having impressive exposed trusses and beams. Returning to the landing, to the right, is the main family bathroom, which has been luxuriously fitted with a contemporary suite, comprising a bath with mixer shower, twin vanity basins, WC, and linen cupboard. At the end of the hall is the principal suite, showcasing high-vaulted ceilings and impressive exposed trusses. This bedroom is serviced by a walk-in dressing room and an en suite shower room, which comprises a wash basin, WC and Jacuzzi shower and steam enclosure. Read more The property is approached via a shared private drive, which leads to a double-gated entrance and a block-paved driveway offering secure parking for multiple vehicles. A detached double garage sits adjacent to the main home, ideal for vehicles, workshop use or conversion. The gardens are thoughtfully arranged into varying sections. A kitchen garden lies to the left of the entrance, with mature shrubbery and planting to the right following the driveway. To arrange a viewing or to request further information, please contact Fisher German by calling 01244 409660.
Forbes
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘A Minecraft Movie' Was Almost A Lot Better Without Jack Black, Originally
Minecraft A Minecraft Movie has made over $300 million already, making it the highest-grossing opening for a video game movie ever, and it's well on its way to a billion dollars and spawning a whole franchise. The movie, as an actual movie, is not particularly good. Some would say it's quite bad. Some would say it's the worst movie they've seen in years. But the power of the IP and the devotion of young fans to its memes have made it a huge hit. However, the movie could have been a lot better with one change. As it turns out, Matt Berry was originally supposed to play Steve, Jack Black's character and the main figure from the game. That's according to a Puck newsletter that says Berry was going to have the part before scheduling conflicts as a result of the strikes stopped that from happening. Berry was instead relegated to a (very funny) cameo at the end of the film, voicing the Villager, the character involved in a romance in the real world with Jennifer Coolidge. I'm told that in early test screenings, he also did the opening narration for the film. What We Do in the Shadows Would the movie have been better? Almost certainly. There are few actors more hilarious than Matt Berry, star of What We Do in the Shadows, where this news has already had people quoting Minecraft in his voice ('chicken jockeeeehhyy!'). I have little doubt he would have been funnier than Jack Black. However, it's almost certain he would have been less bankable. Whether you like or dislike the somewhat overexposed Jack Black at this stage in his career, he's generally great for the box office. Before Minecraft exploded with all this revenue, he also voiced Bowser in the Super Mario Bros. movie, the other enormous game adaptation (he was also in Borderlands, but we don't talk about Borderlands). Black's voicework also extends to the profitable Kung Fu Panda series where he's the lead there. Another huge role is alongside The Rock, Kevin Hart and Karen Gillan in the successful Jumanji series. As much as I like Matt Berry, and think Minecraft would have been a better movie with him leading it, it's hard to argue that Black isn't the bigger star, and that likely helped the film's prospects. Jack Black will return as Steve in an inevitable sequel that doesn't really even have to be debated. It's happening. You don't find this kind of success without immediately starting to develop a second (or third) film. Maybe Berry can return in a bigger role next time, so he's at least further involved somehow. Follow me on Twitter, YouTube, and Bluesky Pick up my sci-fi novels the Herokiller series and The Earthborn Trilogy.
Forbes
04-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Does ‘A Minecraft Movie' Have A Post-Credits Scene? Here's Why You Should Stay Seated
A Minecraft Movie A Minecraft Movie finally arrived in theaters on April 4. If you're planning to watch the star-studded adventure film based on the beloved video game series, you may be wondering whether it includes a mid- or end-credits scene that hints at a possible sequel. Inspired by the popular sandbox video game, A Minecraft Movie follows four misfits—Henry (Sebastian Eugene-Hansen), Natalie (Emma Myers), former gaming champ Garrett "The Garbage Man" Garrison (Jason Momoa), and Dawn (Danielle Brooks)—who are suddenly pulled into the cubic world of Minecraft. To get back home, they must embark on a magical adventure with expert crafter, Steve (Jack Black), and battle zombies, pigs, and endermen. 'A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination," according to the synopsis. 'To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve.' The movie is projected to earn between $70 million and $80 million in its opening weekend, with some estimates reaching as high as $90 million, according to Variety. A Minecraft Movie has already brought in $10.55 million from Thursday previews, marking a strong box office debut for Warner Bros. and a much-needed win following disappointing performances from The Alto Knights and Mickey 17. Keep reading to find out if A Minecraft Movie includes a mid- or post-credits scene that you should stick around for. From left: Jack Black, Jason Momoa and Sebastian Hansen in 'A Minecraft Movie.' Yes, A Minecraft Movie includes both a mid-credits and a post-credits scene. In fact, there are two bonus scenes for viewers to enjoy after the main story wraps up. The first scene appears shortly after the credits begin and ties into a recurring gag from the film. The second plays at the very end, so it's worth staying through the entire credits to see it. Warning: Spoilers ahead for the end of A Minecraft Movie. A Minecraft Movie The first mid-credits scene picks up the unexpected love story between Chuglas' school vice principal, Marlene (Jennifer Coolidge), and her new Villager boyfriend. While Nitwit had previously only spoken in Villager grunts, the scene reveals he's learned to speak human, and he uses his new skill to confess his love. Their love has "transcended the barriers of conventional speech,' he says, explaining that he can now speak human, and Marlene has learned to understand Villager. Nitwit then proposes, and Marlene says yes! Meanwhile, in the end-credits scene, Steve returns to the real world and visits the house he abandoned. The new owner welcomes him inside, and though her face is never shown, she introduces herself as Alex—making her second default Minecraft player skin to appear in the film. Her arrival means she'll likely have a role to play in a potential A Minecraft Movie sequel, along with the mysterious chest tucked away in her attic. A Minecraft Movie is playing in theaters. Watch the official trailer below.
