Evil Dead Burn review – wildly gory horror tears a grieving family to pieces

The latest new chapter in Sam Raimi’s classic franchise goes harder than ever before but there’s something missing With the release of Evil Dead Burn, there are now just as many Evil Dead movies not directed by Sam Raimi or starring Bruce Campbell as there are entries with that original team in place. The next film, Evil Dead Wrath, is already set for a 2028 release, when it will officially tip the balance toward non-Raimi film-makers. And unlike the non-James Cameron Terminators or the Spiel...

By Jesse Hassenger

The ‘Moana’ Rotten Tomatoes Critic Review Score Is A Disney Disaster - Forbes

The ‘Moana’ Rotten Tomatoes Critic Review Score Is A Disney Disaster  Forbes

Best Horror of July 2026: ‘Evil Dead Burn,’ Nicolas Winding Refn Returns, a Bloodthirsty Pinocchio and More

Welcome to Horror Explorer, a curated column showcasing the month’s best movies, series, books and everything else spooky worth checking out. I’m William Earl, the executive digital director of Variety and the publication’s resident horror enthusiast. Please drop me a line at wearl@variety.com if there’s something I should check out for next month’s missive.

By William Earl

Dwayne Johnson on Why Live-Action ‘Moana’ Isn’t “Too Soon” and the Viral Reaction to His Onscreen Wig: “I Get It, I’m a Pretty Well-Known Bald Actor”

Johnson reprises his role as demigod Maui in the live-action adaption, which comes 10 years after the animated hit.

By Kirsten Chuba

‘Evil Dead Burn’ is without doubt the worst chapter in this beloved cult horror saga

In cinemas, Cert 18

By Chris Wasser

‘Moana’ is Peak Disney Déjà Vu

Why is the Mouse House still ruining its landmark animated movies with pointless live-action remakes? (Hint: $$$)

By David Fear

‘Moana’ Review: Disney’s Live-Action Remake Runs Aground

Disney’s remake of Moana, a film a mere 10 years old, dares to question what “live-action” even means. Thomas Kail’s 2026 edition is neither alive nor particularly propulsive in any discernible way, with the vast majority of scenes filmed against garish and poorly done backdrops or else with, ironically, animation that is barely distinguishable from […]

By Patrick Hipes

'The Internet Did the Internet' — Dwayne Johnson Laughs Off Live-Action Moana Wig Memes

By Wesley Yin-Poole

Dwayne Johnson Dances In Traditional Samoan Outfit At 'Moana' Premiere

The Hollywood Bowl looked more like Motunui for the "Moana" premiere ... and that's largely thanks to Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson taking over the stage with a Polynesian dance! Check it out ... The Rock took center stage at the Hollywood Bowl on…

By TMZ Staff

Dwayne Johnson Details “Pride” for Daughters Ahead of Moana Premiere

Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson always reminds his kids about how far they’ll go.  And after his daughters Simone, 24, Jasmine, 10, and Tiana, 8, joined him and fellow Moana star Catherine Laga'aia...

By Daysia Tolentino

‘Evil Dead Burn’ review: hotly anticipated horror sequel never quite catches fire

The franchise's sixth outing needed to be scarier and even more savage The post ‘Evil Dead Burn’ review: hotly anticipated horror sequel never quite catches fire appeared first on NME.

By Lou Thomas

5 Reasons Why The Moana Remake Reviews Are So Negative

Moana is the latest live-action adaptation of a Disney animated movie, but this one is failing critically while others succeeded and here is why.

By Shawn S. Lealos