Plus, 3 major premieres you don’t want to miss this weekend
| December 21, 2024 | | |
| | It’s gonna be a good weekend to disappear into a movie theater, whether you’re a Disney fan, an awards-season fanatic, or just looking for a popcorn flick to enjoy mindlessly. And if that’s not enough, don’t worry—our best friend TV is also there for us with compelling reasons to stay in. Which reminds us: Did you watch the controversial Beast Games yesterday on Prime Video? | Quick links: | |
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| | OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort |
| The Vibe: A touch of Aloha
The Location: Honolulu, HI
Luxury Accommodations: Located directly on the stunning sands of Waikiki, OUTRIGGER Reef Waikiki Beach Resort offers a blend of modern luxury and traditional Hawaiian charm. Each room is thoughtfully designed with coastal decor and beautiful touches of island culture, from local artwork to koa wood accents. Guests can relax on their private lanais with views of the Pacific Ocean or the iconic volcano, Diamond Head. Enjoy a cocktail at the beachfront bar while you crack open that new book you’ve been meaning to read.
Instaworthy Activities: Whether you're looking to soak in the sun, take a surf lesson, or relax to some live music at Hawaiian performances at Kani Ka Pila Grille, the indescribable aloha spirit is felt in every excursion. Stroll down Kalakaua Avenue for shopping and dining, or hike up Diamond Head for breathtaking views of the island. And don’t forget to snap a picture during golden hour, with the sunset reflecting on the waters of Waikiki! |
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| | | The party scene took 28 days to film for this slasher film.No one in the cast met the actor who played the voice of the killer until after shooting ended.The killer’s black costume was initially meant to be white until the filmmakers grew concerned that it looked too much like a KKK robe. | Answer in footer |
| | | | Mufasa: The Lion King | Lion King fans rejoice! Whether you love the original movie, the “live-action” remake, or both, this prequel/sequel (featuring the voices of Beyoncé, Donald Glover, and more) hits theaters today. | More details |
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| | The Six Triple Eight | Kerry Washington leads this Netflix WWII drama (surprisingly not from Steven Spielberg or Tom Hanks) about the only all-female, all-Black Army Corps unit. Now streaming on Netflix. | More details |
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| | Sonic the Hedgehog 3 | New villain Shadow (voiced by Keanu Reeves!) is threatening Sonic’s spiky, coin-collecting world, so he and friends have to team up with an unlikely ally to save the day. In theaters now. | More details |
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| | The Brutalist | Adrien Brody's architectural vision just might be crazy enough to work—if the Philistines will let him execute it in Brady Corbet’s nearly four-hour long movie. Now in select theaters. | More details |
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| | What If… ? | Craving more Agatha All Along? She pops up in this animated MCU anthology series, envisioning alternate stories for fan-favorite characters. Season 3 premieres on Disney+ Dec. 22. | More details |
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| | | | Asterix & Obelix: The Big Fight | The new French TV series, based on the popular graphic novel series by René Goscinny and Albert Uderzo, is directed by Alain Chabat and Fabrice Joubert and set to premiere on Netflix in spring 2025. | View trailer |
| | | | | Scream premiered on this day (just in time for the holidays) in 1996. Click here to see where you can stream it. |
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