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10 cosy Autumn movies you need to check out
Looking for some inspiration for cozy Autumn movies to watch? Here is our list of some of our favourite films for this time of year. So make yourself a hot chocolate, light a cinnamon-scented candle, grab your chunkiest woolen jumper and cozy up on the sofa to one of these. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW This classic romantic period piece is always a great option for a rainy afternoon.
Transfer receiver Dane Key set for big season at Nebraska
New Husker wide receiver Dane Key is excited about his future with Nebraska. The 6-foot-3 senior from Lexington, Kentucky transferred to Nebraska from Kentucky this offseason. During his Tuesday press conference, Key spoke about the bond he has made with sophomore quarterback Dylan Raiola. “Dylan is a really good football player,” Key said.
7 films people watch at Christmas that aren't actually Christmas movies
Let's face it, everyone has their list of Christmas movies they watch year in year out, but many of them might not actually be set during the festive season. Maybe its a particularly snowy scene that gives us that warm and fuzzy feeling inside, or a particularly heartwarming moment between a child or family that makes them Christmas favourites, but they might actually be set at any other time of year (even summer).
Paul Mescal to hit the red carpet for Irish premiere of Gladiator II
It's been announced that star of Gladiator II, Paul Mescal, will be heading to Dublin and attending the Irish premiere of the Ridley Scott epic. The Irishman plays the lead role of Lucius in the legacy sequel and will be greeting Irish fans as he showcases the film to the home audience. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW Paramount Pictures announced the news that the Maynooth-man will be in attendance at the premiere in November on social media, and the buzz is electric online since.
Universal Studios Hollywood turns its attention to Christmas revealing celebration plans
While Halloween hasn't even been and gone yet, Universal Studios Hollywood is already turning its attention to Christmas and shared a first look at some of the decorations and festivities coming up. While some of the events are aimed for family fun, there's plenty to see and enjoy so whether your young, or just young at heart, you'll be filled with festive cheer.
The top 12 couples and group Halloween costumes you'll see this year
Halloween is that time of year where we can get creative and channel some of our favourite characters with our friends and partners. You don't have to be an amazing cosplayer to be able to do something cool at Halloween. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW Check out some of the costumes we expect to see from groups and couples this spooky season. The biggest film of the year is undoubtedly going to inspire a bunch of costumes this Halloween.
REVIEW: Seeing Hamilton on the Dublin stage was worth the wait
Arguably, the biggest musical on the world stage is Lin-Manuel Miranda's Hamilton which just so happens to be on the Bord Gais Energy Theatre stage right now. The smash hit landed in the capital in September and will remain in Dublin until the middle of November, and fans have been raving about the show.
These 20 Halloween costumes will be everywhere this spooky season
Time to get the Halloween costumes ready and with a slew of film, television, and pop culture characters to draw inspiration from, there's bound to be a number of people in the same outfits. While a Spider-Man costume never goes out of style, and there might still be a Barbie and Ken on the loose, sometimes you pick a costume due to the clothing that is available to you. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW Here are 20 of the Halloween costumes we expect to see this spooky season.
Sky files lawsuit against Warner Bros over Harry Potter series
While the pair have had a harmonious partnership for many years, Sky has filed a lawsuit against Warner Bros Discovery for violating an agreement between them. The agreement reportedly was in relation to the Harry Potter series and they claim it gave them the right to co-produce the series adaptation and other shows.
The Traitors is officially getting an Irish version and applications are open!
After the success of the show in the UK, US and The Netherlands, it's been announced that The Traitors is getting an Irish spin-off. Rumours swirled earlier this year that Kite Entertainment and RTÉ were working on having The Traitors come to the Emerald Isle, and now we know that it is true.
The Stella cinema is showing a classic Halloweeny movie that is a must see
The Stella Cinema is getting ghoulish this October with a slew of spooktacular films for us to enjoy and one in particular has really caught our eye. If you have never seen the film High Spirits, now is your chance as the Rathmines cinema will be screening the classic Halloweeny flick this weekend. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW For those who are unfamiliar with it, the movie is a 1988 fantasy comedy that was written and directed by Neil Jordan, and was shot here in Ireland.
The top 10 most popular movie-inspired Halloween costumes
Have you ever wondered which of your favourite movies provides the most inspiration for Halloween costumes? Or perhaps you’re brainstorming what to wear to a Halloween or costume party you have coming up? Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW Well look no further, as OutDoor Toys has done some digging and revealed the top 10 most popular movie character costumes to help give you some inspiration this spooky season. Surprisingly coming in at 10th place, we have the one and only, Princess Leia.
The Acolyte's Lee Jung-jae practiced English until his tongue was too sore to eat
There's dedication to the craft and then there's Lee Jung-jae who spent four months before filming began on The Acolyte learning English to the point his tongue was too sore to eat properly. The role of Sol marks the Korean actor's first English-speaking role and he worked tirelessly to ensure he knew his lines and could say them properly.
Nicola Coughlan Confirms Her Bridgerton Future
Bridgerton fever gripped Dublin on June 6 as Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton were in town to promote the hit series ahead of its return this month. The pair happily posted for photos and chatted to fans at the Lighthouse cinema for a special screening of the first episode of Part Two of Season Three, with the Galway native spilling some tea about her Bridgerton future.
Excl: Bad Boys Directors Describe The 'Bayhem' Of Filming One Ride Or Die Cameo
Shooting an action movie can be chaos at the best of times, but shooting one cameo for Bad Boys: Ride or Die had directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah calling it 'Bayhem'. There are a number of cameos in the latest Bad Boys entry, the duo's second outing behind the camera for the franchise, and when chatting to Geek Ireland, we asked them what their favourite one to shoot was.
What Is An Acolyte According To The Star Wars Universe?
The latest Star Wars series to land on Disney+ is the hotly anticipated The Acolyte which is set 100 years before the events of the Skywalker saga. This is a time of the High Republic where the Jedi were at the peak of their power, but a rising evil starts to make themselves known in the world, and the Jedi start to get concerned.
Sony Pictures Reveals Plans To Incorporate AI Into Its Production Process
In a move that will likely raise a few eyebrows, Sony Pictures has revealed they plan on embracing 'generative artificial intelligence (AI)' in an effort to cut costs. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the studio revealed the plans during an investor conference in Japan, sharing how they're 'very focused on AI' as a method of streamlining the production process.
It's A Bridgerton Prank War As Luke Newton Gets Revenge On Nicola Coughlan
While Nicola Coughlan was chuffed with herself for pranking her Bridgerton co-star Luke Newton, he has now shared how he got his own back on the Irish actress. The pair are gearing up for the second half of Bridgerton season three to land on Netflix this June, and Newton has been sharing some behind-the-scenes pics and videos from the shoot.
Doctor Who Review: Pop And Bubble Feels Like A Black Mirror Episode
If one thing has defined this season of Doctor Who, it's variety – in this new era's short run, no two episodes have felt remotely similar, which is especially commendable when most of them have been written by returning showrunner Russell T Davies. This week's outing, Dot and Bubble, continues this trend with a stylish parody of a world too obsessed with social media.
Doctor Who Review: Dot And Bubble Feels Like A Black Mirror Episode
If one thing has defined this season of Doctor Who, it's variety – in this new era's short run, no two episodes have felt remotely similar, which is especially commendable when most of them have been written by returning showrunner Russell T Davies. This week's outing, Dot and Bubble, continues this trend with a stylish parody of a world too obsessed with social media.
Everything You Need To Know About The Minecraft Movie
There’s a Minecraft movie coming out, and with it being one of the most popular video games in the world, surpassing 300 million sales in 2023, anticipation for the movie adaptation is high. Here is everything we know so far about the upcoming Minecraft movie. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW The film has an all-star cast with Jack Black leading the way in the role of Steve, one of the game’s most playable characters.
Masters Of The Universe (1987) Is Doomed To Be Remembered For All The Wrong Reasons
With the latest casting announcement for the upcoming live action Masters of the Universe film, Geek Ireland decided it would be a great time to fire up a cosmic key and peer through time at the first live action adaptation from 1987. 1987 was a golden age for marketable franchises in every format. Star Wars had just completed its original trilogy with the release of Return of the Jedi and its accompanying toy line, at the time produced by Kenner, was still massively lucrative two years on.
A Watercolour Of The 1st Harry Potter Is Book Up For Auction
An original watercolour for Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone has been put up for auction with an estimate of more than £400,000 (more than €450,000). Thomas Taylor's illustration of the first book in JK Rowling’s fantasy series featured on the covers of the initial edition of the novel which was first published in 1997.
Rare Comic Featuring First Appearance Of Superman Sells For Record-Breaking Sum
A 1938 copy of the comic that first 'introduced Superman to the world' has sold for a record-setting $6 million aka €5.5 million. According to Heritage Auctions, the rare copy of Action Comics No 1 was sold to an anonymous buyer on April 4 and the $6 million price tag makes it the most expensive comic to ever sell at auction.
Irish Graphic Novel Half Past Danger To Get Animated Movie
It's been announced that Irish comic creator Stephen Mooney is teaming up with StudioMeala to bring his novel Half Past Danger to the screen. The adaptation will mark the studio's first animated feature film, and they announced the collaboration on social media.
Gary Moloney Introduces Irish Fans To His New Comic
Irish fans will be thrilled to hear there's a new comic en route that's getting a global release and it has a local talent attached – Gary Moloney. Gary has worked with Limit Break Comics on a number of projects, but his latest will see him teaming up with Mad Cave Studios to release the new comic When The Blood Has Dried.
‘Nightmarish’ Sea Lizard With Dagger-Like Teeth ‘Ruled Oceans 66 Million Years Ago’
Scientists have discovered fossil remains of a 'nightmarish' new sea lizard species with dagger-like teeth that dominated the oceans 66 million years ago. Khinjaria acuta would have lived alongside dinosaurs, co-existing with behemoths such as Tyrannosaurus and Triceratops.
The Identity Of Argylle's Elly Conway Has Been Revealed
After months of rumours that the author behind the Argylle book, Elly Conway, was actually a pen-name of Taylor Swift, the real writer's identity has finally been revealed. The film adaptation by Matthew Vaughn didn't exactly set the box office alight, but the mystery behind the Argylle writer's identity certainly has gripped the internet.
The Most Anticipated Video Games In Q2 Of 2024
Have you been having fun with all of the video games released in the first quarter of 2024? Excited about Final Fantasy Rebirth? Hve you gotten into a rhythm for a good work-life-gaming balance? Too bad, because 2024 is not stopping for a second. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW Let's take a look at some of the games to look out for coming your way in Q2.
WATCH: The Release Date For F1 24 Has Dropped In Special Announcement Trailer
While Formula 1 fans are gearing up for the first race of the 2024 season, those who are also partial to the F1 video games are in luck as the release date for the next instalment has just been confirmed. While EA has just announced they're the latest gaming company to have massive redundancies within the company, following in Sony, Riot Games and Activision Blizzard's footsteps, it seems their motorsport game is still all systems go.
Sony Becomes Latest Game Studio To Announce Massive Redundancies
After the likes of Activision and Riot Games previously announced redundancies, Sony has become the latest to cut jobs, with about 8% of its PlayStation workforce getting the chop. The Japanese company is closing its London studio entirely along with proposed job losses in Guerrilla and Firesprite studios, with the total number of employees being axed amounting to around 900.
We Need To Talk About The Borderlands Movie
Video game movies and TV adaptations have been having a bit of a Renaissance in recent years, with Borderlands being the latest to get the treatment. Series like The Last of Us have shown us that good video game adaptations are possible, and season 2 of Halo has illustrated that when a company listens to an audience, it’s possible to try at least to turn an initially underwhelming show into something better.
BBC Finally Respond To Andrew Scott Interview Controversy
After declining to comment on the matter to Geek Ireland earlier in the week, the BBC has finally released a statement calling the questions posed to Andrew Scott on the BAFTA red carpet 'misjudged'. The controversy erupted after the BBC entertainment correspondent Colin Paterson repeatedly asked the Irish actor what his opinion was on Barry Keoghan's penis and the end sequence to Saltburn.
Meet LEGO Master Builder Brickman At Special Bricktionary Masterclass
Calling all LEGO enthusiasts! Prepare for an exciting treat as the renowned LEGO Certified Professional (LCP), Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught, makes his way to Dublin for a masterclass and book signing event. The event marks the launch of Bricktionary: The Interactive Exhibition, opening in Dublin this Mother’s Day, Sunday, March 10, and promises to be an intimate and personal LEGO building masterclass.
Dublin Comic Con Announce Star Trek Legend As First Summer Edition Guest
While Spring Edition is still on the way, Dublin Comic Con has already started rolling out the guests for Summer Edition 2024. The event has a reputation for bringing over some of the biggest names of the Star Trek franchise, and this summer will be no exception as the star of Star Trek: Voyager will be making her way to Dublin for the show. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW Yes, Captain Kathryn Janeway herself, Kate Mulgrew will be attending Dublin Comic Con Summer Edition this August.
From National Service To The Stage: Meet The Star Of Life Of Pi Divesh Subaskaran
The stage adaptation of Life of Pi has been a smash hit on the West End and Broadway, winning multiple Olivier and Tony awards, and the show is now heading to our shores to take over The Bord Gais Energy Theatre. The story depicts how a young man named Pi survives a shipwreck, leaving him stranded at sea for months with only a fearsome Bengal tiger for company, with the lead role being the anchor for the whole story.
BBC Decline To Comment On Viral BAFTA Interview With Andrew Scott
The internet has been in up-in-arms after an interview between the BBC entertainment correspondent and Ireland's own Andrew Scott at the BAFTAs went viral for all the wrong reasons. Colin has been silent on the issue since Sunday evening, with Geek Ireland reaching out to both him and the BBC to request a comment.
Leaving Cert Students Will Be Diving Into The Barbie World With New Curriculum Additions
It's been announced that Leaving Cert students will be able to study Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie as part of the English curriculum by 2026. While films such as Juno, The King's Speech and Witness have been used in the past, students sitting the state exams in two year's time will be able to use the box office smash hit in their English paper.
Microsoft Shares Plans To Make Xbox Exclusive Games Available On Other Consoles
Several exclusive Xbox games will be soon making their way to rival consoles, the video gaming brand and its parent company, Microsoft, have announced. In a special edition of the Official Xbox Podcast, Microsoft Gaming CEO Phil Spencer confirmed that four Xbox games will no longer be exclusive, meaning players should be able to access them on other companies’ platforms.
REVIEW: Skull And Bones Is A Tough Game To Recommend
Skull and Bones opens with a bombastic and daring chase on the high seas; waves crash and music swells as you try desperately to hunt down your target and save your smuggled goods. The tables turn as you are lured into an ambush, and your ship is decimated. Your crew, ship and weapons are lost to the cold, unfeeling noise of the sea and you awake barely clinging to life, adrift.
Fans Horrified By BBC Question To Andrew Scott On BAFTA Red Carpet
The biggest night of British film took place on February 18 as the BAFTA film awards took over London with many an Irish face in attendance, including All of Us Strangers star Andrew Scott. While the man himself wasn't nominated for an award (in what many saw as a massive snub), he supported his co-stars Claire Foy and Paul Mescal, as well as writer/director Andrew Haigh who were all in the running to go home with the mask-themed trophy.
Paul Mescal Plans To Keep Working As Long As People 'Keep Putting Me In Movies'
Paul Mescal is one of the three actors flying the Irish flag at the 2024 BAFTAs and he doesn't seem to be planning to slow down anytime soon. The Irishman is nominated for his role for the critically acclaimed All Of Us Strangers which also stars Andrew Scott, Claire Foy and Jamie Bell.
WATCH: Michael Sheen's Adorable Dog Steals The Show In BAFTA Opening With David Tennant
Host David Tennant was in need assistance when hosting the BAFTA Film Awards after pal Michael Sheen had asked him to dog sit at the same time. After double-booking himself, Tennant tried asking Himesh Patel, Stanley Tucci, Tom Hiddleston and Dame Judi Dench to take Bark Ruffalo off his hands for the night, but none were able to oblige (or were willing to).
WATCH: Richard E Grant Discovers Irish Heritage After DNA Test
As if we needed another reason to love the legend that is Richard E Grant, the actor has just revealed his recent DNA heritage discovery. While attending the BAFTAs, he chatted to Extra.ie about working with our own Barry Keoghan, and revealed that he's just discovered he's actually part Irish. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW When asked what it was like to work with the Dubliner on the Prime Video film, Richard was full of praise for Keoghan before sharing his recent revelation.
The Best Video Game To TV Series Of The Last 6 Years
There’s been a lot of great television adaptations from video games recently, which help expand the world of gaming and make the plots more widely accessible. Online gaming magazine, Gaming Gadgets, has analysed average audience review scores for game adapted TV shows from the last six years, to find out which ones are the most popular.
Samsung's Galaxy S24 Ultra Is Incredibly Impressive
It feels like only yesterday I was reviewing the S23 range, but bright and early this year, Samsung is back with their new S24 range. The S range is the flagship series for the company and considering the frequency of the releases, I can hear people rolling their eyes somewhat. Today's top videos STORY CONTINUES BELOW So, the first thing I did was dig into the specs a bit, only to find the S24 Ultra has a lot more differences compared to the S23 Ultra than the S23 had with the S22.
Surprise! Anya Taylor-Joy Has A Mystery Role In Dune Part 2
Fans checking out the Dune Part Two premiere expected to see a number of stars grace the red carpet, but they didn't expect to see Furiosa star Anya Taylor-Joy there. At the time of the premiere, she hadn't been announced as part of the cast, nor did she appear to be accompanying anyone there, so some were scratching their heads as to why she was there.
What Guests Are Appearing At Dublin Comic Con Spring Edition 2024?
Dublin Comic Con is one of the biggest comic book and pop culture events in Ireland, and after celebrating its 10th anniversary in August 2023, they're coming back with this year's Spring Edition. From March 9-10, fans of all things geeky will converge on the Convention Centre in Dublin to meet some of their favourite celebrities, buy merchandise, and attend panels and workshops.
The Fantastic Four 2025 Cast React To News Being Out At Last
It seems like we've been waiting for the Fantastic Four casting announcement forever, but it's here at last and we're sure the actors themselves are thrilled the cat is finally out of the bag. The foursome had been rumoured for months and it turns out all that talk was true with Marvel confirming the line-up in a sweet Valentine's Day post.
The Cast Of The Fantastic Four Has Been Announced At Last!
After weeks months years of speculation, we finally have official confirmation as to who is taking on the roles of our titular heros in the MCU's Fantastic Four movie. While the fan casting option for Reed Richards, John Krasinski, appeared in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, it was made clear that he wasn't taking on the role permanently.
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