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Geek Tyrant
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Sony Reportedly Developing an Animated VENOM Movie After Putting AGENT VENOM Plans on Ice — GeekTyrant
Sony is reportedly swinging in a new direction with its Venom franchise, but this time, it's animated. According to insider @MyTimeToShineH, the studio is quietly developing a new Venom movie that will ditch live-action in favor of animation, marking a major tonal and stylistic shift for the symbiote. After Venom: The Last Dance wrapped up Tom Hardy's trilogy, and seemingly Hardy's final time as Eddie Brock, Sony was exploring a pivot. Rumor had it they planned to pass the alien torch to Flash Thompson. In The Last Dance , Thompson is a soldier who loses his legs thanks to a Xenophage, setting the stage for a possible Agent Venom story, one that would've seen a piece of the symbiote bond with him before reuniting with Eddie to face Knull, the god of the symbiotes. But with both Madame Web and Kraven the Hunter crashing hard, those plans were shelved. Well, Agent Venom is the film they should've made in the first place! Now the studio seems focused on more reliable territory with animation. Between wrapping up Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse and preparing to shoot Spider-Man: Brand New Day , Sony is reportedly banking on the medium that brought them their biggest critical and commercial Spider-success. An animated Venom opens up wild creative possibilities, from going full Venomverse to introducing Knull as a multiversal threat. Given the recent track record of Sony's Spider-Verse projects, diving into the weird and wild world of animation for Venom might be exactly what this symbiote saga needs.
Edinburgh Live
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Tom Hardy's 'best on screen performance in years' compared to Martin Scorsese classic
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A 'riveting' crime drama is being hailed as featuring 'Tom Hardy's best on screen performance in years.' It is also being compared to a beloved Martin Scorsese classic. This is a bold statement for an actor who has consistently wowed audiences with his roles in both film and television over the past decade. His notable performances include playing the Kray twins in Legend, roles in The Revenant, Dunkirk and more recently, a leading role in the series Mob Land. However, some might argue that his part in the less critically acclaimed Venom trilogy may have led audiences to overlook his true acting prowess. A recent reminder of his capabilities was seen in 2024's The Bikeriders. Hardy joined a star-studded cast for the film, sharing the screen with Elvis star Austin Butler and Killing Eve's Jodie Comer, along with The Walking Dead's Norman Reedus and Man of Steel's Michael Shannon. (Image: YouTube / 20th Century Studios) Set in the 1960s, the narrative unfolds over a decade, tracing the transformation of a Midwestern motorcycle club from a local outsider hangout to a menacing gang, jeopardising the original group's way of life. Hardy portrays the gang leader, with Butler as his young protégé and Comer as his wife. While the plot is fictional, writer and director Jeff Nichols drew inspiration from the eponymous book by photographer Danny Lyon, which documented images of a real-life bike gang, reports the Mirror. A Collider critic has hailed the film as "Tom Hardy's best on screen performance in years." They elaborated: "Not only was it a blessing to see Hardy work with such a rich cast and visionary director again, but he also gave perhaps his most revelatory performance since breaking out with American audiences in Inception. On the surface, Hardy could play the leader of a bike gang in his sleep, as the actor is known for his brutish tough guys." The movie earned an impressive 80% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many reviewers giving kudos to the standout performances by Hardy, Butler, and Comer. UK cinephiles who haven't had the chance to watch it yet can stream the film on Sky Cinema or NOW with a movies pass. Echoing the critic's sentiments, a fan expressed online: "Tom Hardy shines and gives a Marlon Brando-esque performance that made me enjoy every scene he was in." Another enthusiast shared their praise: "The Bikeriders is an electrifying journey into the heart of 1960s biker culture! Jeff Nichols masterfully captures the gritty essence of an outlaw motorcycle club's evolution from a band of misfits to a formidable crime syndicate. Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, and Tom Hardy deliver powerhouse performances, breathing life into complex characters that stay with you long after the credits roll." (Image: Focus Features) Meanwhile, another viewer enthused: "Gripping, gritty and raw with stellar performances in a film that only Jeff Nichols could bring to vivid cinematic life." One individual drew comparisons to the work of a renowned filmmaker. They made a clear reference to Goodfellas, stating: "I checked to see if Martin Scorsese directed it; he didn't. Jeff Nichols is certainly a Scorsese admirer. Great Film!" The Bikeriders is streaming on Sky Cinema and NOW.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Crime thriller has 'Tom Hardy's best performance in years'
The film was also compared to a Scorsese classic A 'gripping' crime thriller is said to have 'Tom Hardy's best on screen performance in years.' That seems to be a significant claim for an actor who has impressed audiences with roles in film and television. Over the last decade, he has appeared the Kray twins in Legend, along with roles in The Revenant, Dunkirk and more recently with a main role in the series Mob Land. However, perhaps some believe his part in the lesser well received Venom trilogy may have caused audiences to forget what he is capable of. A title that may have served as a recent reminder was 2024's The Bikeriders. Hardy was part of an all-star cast for the film. He appeared opposite the likes of Elvis star Austin Butler and Killing Eve's Jodie Comer. Also featuring were The Walking Dead star's Norman Reedus and Man of Steel's Michael Shannon. Set in the 1960s, the film's story is told over the course of a decade. It follows a Midwestern motorcycle club which evolves from a gathering place for local outsiders to a sinister gang, threatening the original group's way of life. Hardy plays the leader of this gang, Butler his young protégé and Comer his wife. While the film is a fictional story, writer and director Jeff Nichols was inspired by the book of the same name by photographer Danny Lyon, which chronicled pictures of an actual bike gang. A critic writing for Collider, looking back on the film, claims that it is "Tom Hardy's best on screen performance in years." They go on to say: "Not only was it a blessing to see Hardy work with such a rich cast and visionary director again, but he also gave perhaps his most revelatory performance since breaking out with American audiences in Inception. On the surface, Hardy could play the leader of a bike gang in his sleep, as the actor is known for his brutish tough guys." They weren't the only ones as the film managed a rating of 80% on Rotten Tomatoes with most reviewers praising the central performances of Hardy, Butler and Comer in particular. Thankfully for film lovers in the UK who have yet to see for themselves, they can catch up by streaming the film on Sky Cinema or NOW with a movies pass. Many fans were in agreement on Hardy's role in the film with one posting online: "Tom Hardy shines and gives a Marlon Brando-esque performance that made me enjoy every scene he was in." Sharing a similar view, another added: "The Bikeriders is an electrifying journey into the heart of 1960s biker culture! Jeff Nichols masterfully captures the gritty essence of an outlaw motorcycle club's evolution from a band of misfits to a formidable crime syndicate. Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, and Tom Hardy deliver powerhouse performances, breathing life into complex characters that stay with you long after the credits roll." Meanwhile someone else said: "Gripping, gritty and raw with stellar performances in a film that only Jeff Nichols could bring to vivid cinematic life." One person, compared it to one of the classic films by an acclaimed director. Clearly putting it against Goodfellas, they said: "I checked to see if Martin Scorsese directed it; he didn't. Jeff Nichols is certainly a Scorsese admirer. Great Film!" The Bikeriders is streaming on Sky Cinema and NOW.
NDTV
11-07-2025
- Science
- NDTV
Mysterious Goo-Like Life Form Found On Ship In US: "Venom Showing Up Wasn't On My Bingo Card"
Scientists have discovered a mysterious new life form aboard a ship that docked in Cleveland, Ohio, last September. The strange "goo" like lifeform was present on the research vessel Blue Heron when it was pulled out of Lake Erie into the Great Lakes Shipyard, Cleveland, to fix a noisy propeller shaft. During the maintenance check, Captain Rual Lee noticed a previously unknown microorganism, thriving in the warm, oxygen-free environment of the rudder shaft. The colour and consistency of the tar-like substance surprised Mr Lee, who plopped it in water to see if it left a sheen. It didn't, prompting Mr Lee to use a blowtorch to see if the slimy substance would burn. It didn't do that either, Baffled by the alien material, Doug Ricketts, marine superintendent for the Blue Heron, collected the goo in a sample bag and shipped it for the experts at the University of Minnesota Duluth to investigate, according to a report in Cody Sheik, an associate professor at the university and an expert in microbial ecology, used chemicals to crack open the cells of the goo and the microscopic inner workings. The substance, which is thought to be a single-celled organism, is now being temporarily called ShipGoo1. "The biggest surprise was that the ship goo had life in it at all," said Mr Sheik, adding: "We thought we'd find nothing. But surprisingly, we found DNA and it wasn't too destroyed, nor was the biomass too low." Sequencing the DNA and comparing it to global databases, the team found that the goo contained a species unknown to science. "It's fun science. By calling it ship goo for now, it brings some joy to our science. We can find novelty wherever we look." Mr Sheik initially thought the goo was old grease, until learning that the rudder post, where it was oozing from, is only lubricated with water from the lake. It's possible ShipGoo001 is carbon-based and derived from stuff floating in the water, he added. Social media reacts As the news of the discovery went viral, a section of social media users said it was a bad idea to explore the material, while others drew similarities between the goo and the Venom symbiote. "A mysterious living black could go wrong?" said one user while another added: "We don't have time for venom to run around Cleveland." A fourth said: "Venom showing up was not on my 2025 bingo card."
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
All Symbiote skins in Marvel Rivals & how to unlock them
(Image via NetEase Games) In Marvel Rivals, it's Symbiote season, and we're not talking just Venom. From web-slingers to tree aliens, everyone's rocking that gooey, alien drip. Whether you're here to flex that Black Suit Spider-Man or just want to see Groot go full monster-mode, we've got the full list of Symbiote skins and exactly how to get your hands on each one. What Are Symbiote skins in Marvel Rivals? Symbiotes (aka Klyntar) are alien parasites in the Marvel universe. They bond with hosts to create powerful, twisted versions of your fave heroes and villains like Venom, Carnage, and Black Suit Spider-Man. In Marvel Rivals, Season 3 leans hard into this lore with a wave of Symbiote-themed skins that basically scream: 'I'm not just here to win, I'm here to dominate.' Spider-Man | Black Suit Battle Pass Skin Showcase | Marvel Rivals Gameplay Season 3 Season 3 Battle Pass Symbiote Skins in Marvel Rivals If you've got the Season 3 Battle Pass (990 Lattice), you're in for a treat. These twisted variants are all part of the premium tier: Symbiote Squirrel Girl – Cute but terrifying? Yes. Symbiote Flora Groot – More roots, more rage. Black Suit Spider-Man – Classic. Iconic. Must-have. Symbiote Rocket Raccoon – Even more unhinged. Jeff the Land Shark: Devouring Duo – It's weird. It's wonderful. Hela – Queen in Black – Teased in the trailer but not yet confirmed in-game. All skins (except Hela) are directly unlockable through the Battle Pass tiers as you grind XP. Free Symbiote Skins in Marvel Rivals Want the look without spending a single Unit or Lattice? Here's what's up: Venom (Default Skin) – Everyone gets it. Log in, and boom—you've got Venom. Symbiote Storm – Complete the Milano Repair Logs challenges during Season 3. No grind, no glory. Captain America | Captain Klyntar Skin Showcase | Marvel Rivals Gameplay | Season 2.5 Store-Exclusive Symbiote Skins in Marvel Rivals These bad boys pop in and out of the in-game shop, so keep your Units (and eyes) ready. Captain America: Captain Klyntar – 1,600 Units. Symbiote shield bash. Peni Parker: Ven#m – 1,400 Units. Futuristic and freaky. Pro tip : If you see them, snag them. They will rotate out. Symbiote skins are easily some of the most fire cosmetics in Marvel Rivals right now. Whether you're chasing the Battle Pass, grinding challenges, or waiting for a store drop, there's something for every chaos-loving Marvel main. Stay drippy, and may your Klyntar be forever bonded. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
