Tag: Sci-Fi

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 18, 2026

Ryan Gosling's Zero-G Stunts in 'Project Hail Mary' Explained

Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Paul Lambert and co-supervisor Mag Sarnowska revealed the intricate details behind creating convincing zero-gravity effects for the upcoming space epic "Project Hail Mary" starring Ryan Gosling. Speaking at the View Conference in Turin, Italy, the team discussed how wire rigs, specialized camera techniques, and practical elements like water and infrared lighting were combined to achieve realistic space visuals.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 16, 2026

‘Red Rising’ Movie in the Works at Paramount With Francis Lawrence

Paramount Pictures has secured the rights to adapt Pierce Brown's bestselling sci-fi book series, "Red Rising," into a feature film. Francis Lawrence, renowned for his work on "The Hunger Games" franchise, is attached to direct the adaptation based on the 2014 debut novel. Justin Rhodes will pen the screenplay, with Lawrence and Cameron MacConomy producing alongside Francesco Goedhuis. Author Pierce Brown will serve as an executive producer on the project.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 16, 2026

Jenna Ortega Promotes 'Klara and the Sun' at London Premiere

At the London Film Festival, actress Jenna Ortega discussed her latest project, the dystopian sci-fi film 'Klara and the Sun.' Directed by Taika Waititi, the movie explores themes of human connection in an era dominated by artificial intelligence and technology. Ortega, who portrays an android companion, emphasized the film's message about the importance of being present. She urged audiences to disconnect from their devices and prioritize genuine human interactions.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 11, 2026

Sci-Fi Thriller 'Overstake' Gets Generative AI Rebuild at Busan

Hong Kong-based Cappu Films has boarded the sci-fi action thriller 'Overstake' as worldwide sales agent, introducing the project to international buyers at the Asian Contents & Film Market during the Busan International Film Festival. Directed by Stas Mareev, the film uniquely combines a traditional live-action shoot with backgrounds and environments extensively reconstructed using generative artificial intelligence tools.

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EntertainmentgamingOct 10, 2026

‘Squadron 42’ Release Nears as Cloud Imperium Opens Steam Wishlist

Cloud Imperium Games has officially made its anticipated single-player sci-fi adventure game 'Squadron 42' available for wishlisting on Steam. The game is currently scheduled for a planned release window in the second quarter of 2027, heightening excitement among gaming enthusiasts. Set in the year 2945, the title casts players as a rookie in the United Empire of Earth Navy defending against outlaws and hostile aliens.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 9, 2026

Avatar: Seven Havens Premiere Reveals Twin Avatars and Villain's Return

Fans of the beloved animated universe are returning to the world of bending with the three-episode premiere of the new sequel series, "Avatar: Seven Havens," now streaming on Paramount+. Set 225 years after the conclusion of "The Legend of Korra," the show introduces a dramatically altered world transformed into a dustbowl by a mysterious cataclysm. The narrative kicks off by introducing twin sisters Pavi and Nisha, who are revealed to be the new Avatar. As they navigate a fractured society where benders are increasingly rare and citizens blame Korra for their hardships, the sisters must face massive challenges, including the return of a major villain.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 9, 2026

Avatar: Seven Havens Takes the Franchise in a Postapocalyptic Direction

The Avatar franchise enters a bold new era with 'Avatar: Seven Havens' on Paramount+. Set two centuries after 'The Legend of Korra,' the series reimagines the world as a postapocalyptic wasteland. Creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko shift the focus to a new protagonist, Pavi, who hides her bending abilities in a world where the Avatar is a stigmatized figure.

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