Muses of Media • 29th January 2026

Temuera Morrison, Frankie Adams, and Roimata Fox Discuss Their Characters From ‘The Wrecking Crew’ & Polynesian Representation – Interview

Temuera Morrison (Aquaman, Chief of War, The Book of Boba Fett), Frankie Adams (The Expanse, Next Goal Wins), and Roimata Fox (Chief of War, Muru, Cowboy Bebop) are set to light up the screen in the action-comedy, The Wrecking Crew! In the movie, Morrison, Adams, and Fox are joined by Jason Momoa, Dave Bautista, Morena Baccarin, Jacob Batalon, and Miyavi for a pulse-pounding good time. The trio are no strangers to action fare, and I had the opportunity to chat with them about their charac...

Muses of Media • 28th January 2026

Miyavi Discusses Becoming an Action Star in ‘The Wrecking Crew’ – Interview

Everyone enjoys a good villain, and viewers of The Wrecking Crew will get just that with Miyavi’s Nakamura. Not only is Miyavi a seasoned musician and performer, but you’re also likely to have seen his other acting work in films like Unbroken and Maleficent: Mistress of Evil. However, in The Wrecking Crew, Miyavi morphs into a true action star, kicking ass and taking names along the way. I was lucky enough to chat with Miyavi, and he shared what he enjoyed most about his character in the f...

Muses of Media • 27th January 2026

‘Send Help’ Is Hilarious and Guesome Fun – Review

“We’re not in the office anymore, Bradley.” –Linda We’ve all been there before – undervalued, overworked, underpaid, people taking credit for our hard work, and the list goes on. This is what Linda Liddle (Rachel McAdams) has to deal with in Send Help, a comedy with survival elements that will appeal to fans of dark humour and character-driven stories. However, when a plane crash occurs en route to a work event, Linda is stranded on a deserted island with her jerk of a boss, Bradley (Dylan O’...

Muses of Media • 16th December 2025

Avatar: Fire and Ash - Review

“Your Goddess has no dominion here.” –Varang The latest film in James Cameron’s Avatar franchise is upon us. Directly following the events of Avatar: The Way of Water, Avatar: Fire and Ash continues to lead viewers through the life of Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) and Neytiri (Zoe Saldaña) and their family as they navigate their grief. For those who need a refresher, during the events of The Way of Water, Neytiri and Jake’s eldest son, Neteyam (Jamie Flatters), was fatally shot as he helped re...

Muses of Media • 5th December 2025

Muses of Media Interview with Claire Lovering

In case you don’t know her well yet, Claire Lovering is an award-winning Australian actress whose career spans film, television, and theatre. Lovering trained at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and started her acting career in theatre, performing with major Australian companies including Sydney Theatre Company, Melbourne Theatre Company, and Griffin Theatre Company. During her acting journey, Lovering created a one-woman show that allowed her to showcase her skills n...

Muses of Media • 25th November 2025

‘Zootopia 2’ Is a Stellar Sequel – Review

Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) return for another adventure in Zootopia 2, where they face new challenges like uncovering the mystery of snakes reappearing in the city after years away. The partners in crime, well, in fighting crime, are centre stage once again, and this time, it’s to uncover the mysterious reappearance of the slithering serpents in Zootopia who haven’t been seen in the bustling metropolis for years. It’s up to Hopps and Wilde...

Muses of Media • 21st November 2025

‘In Your Dreams’ Is Funny, Heartfelt and Whimsical – Review

If there’s one thing we can count on from Netflix, it’s thrilling animation. Whether a series rooted in Greek mythology, like Blood of Zeus, or the current musical sensation, Kpop Demon Hunters, Netflix has viewers covered when it comes to animation.  The latest to premiere on the streamer (written and directed by Alex Woo) brings audiences into the world of dreams, where sometimes dreams don’t come true. In Your Dreams follows siblings Stevie (Jolie Hoang-Rappaport) and Elliot (Elias Janssen...

Muses of Media • 7th November 2025

‘Predator: Badlands’ Boasts Top-Notch Action and Phenomenal Performances – Review

The next installment in the Predator franchise by Dan Trachtenberg is now upon us. With Predator: Badlands, Trachtenberg gives audiences another look into the world of the Yautja, adding a thrilling new chapter to the larger narrative. To the Yautja, weakness of any kind is one of the most significant flaws, as it goes against their code of honour and their survival-of-the-fittest mentality. This code of honour dictates their interactions and decisions, and their survival-of-the-fittest mentality...

Muses of Media • 26th September 2025

June Squibb and Erin Kellyman Hit All The Right Notes in ‘Eleanor the Great’ – Review

Nothing good comes from lies; a lesson that Eleanor (June Squibb) learns the hard way in Scarlett Johansson’s directorial debut, Eleanor the Great.  After the heart-wrenching loss of her best friend and roommate, Bess (Rita Zohar), Eleanor embarks on a journey to Manhattan, a city she’s never experienced at the age of 94. Her daughter, Lisa (Jessica Hecht), and grandson, Max (Will Price), accompany her, as Lisa’s full-time job leaves her concerned about Eleanor’s solitude. To alleviate this,...

Muses of Media • 24th September 2025

Superheroes and the Undead Collide in ‘Marvel Zombies’ – Review

The world of Marvel Animation’s What If…? takes a chilling turn with Marvel Zombies. Building on the glimpse of zombies in the previous season of What If…?, this new series delves into the depths of zombie lore, offering a unique and intriguing twist to the Marvel universe. The series kicks off with a team led by Ms. Marvel/Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani), Ironheart/Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne), and Hawkeye/Kate Bishop (Hailee Steinfeld). As they navigate through the plague, desperately seekin...

Muses of Media • 2nd September 2025

L.S. Stratton Discusses Her Latest Novel ‘In Deadly Company’ – Interview

A new month means new reads! One book that should definitely be added to your September TBR list is L.S. Stratton’s In Deadly Company.  Stratton’s latest novel follows Nicole Underwood, assistant to the CEO of a Fortune 500 company. Nicole balances so much (too much, really), and none of this is made easier by her selfish nightmare of a boss, Xander Chambers. As Nicole preps for Xander’s birthday bash, no one can imagine the chaos that would ensue, including a murder. With fingers pointed in...

Muses of Media • 26th August 2025

‘Eenie Meanie’ Is A Mixed Bag, But Still Has Fun Moments – Review

Heist films are familiar territory, but Eenie Meanie manages to stand out with its unique approach, piquing the audience’s interest. The film follows Edie (Samara Weaving), a former teenage getaway driver. Unfortunately, Edie is dragged back into the seedy underworld of her past job, a world filled with dangerous criminals and high-stakes heists, with the promise of helping her ex-boyfriend, John (Karl Glusman). Despite her best friend, Baby Girl (Kyanna Simone), reminding her that John is ba...

Muses of Media • 5th August 2025

‘Freakier Friday’ Is Hilarious And Heartfelt – Review

“My face looks like a Birkin bag that’s been left outside in the sun to rot!” Anna (Lindsay Lohan) and Tess (Jamie Lee Curtis) are back in the highly anticipated sequel to the 2003 hit, Freaky Friday.  In Freakier Friday, the mother-daughter duo navigates new roles in their lives, including Anna being a mother herself while Tess is now a grandmother who is a little too involved at times. The film beautifully captures the relatable dynamics of a multi-generational family, where love and sup...

Muses of Media • 1st August 2025

‘Eyes of Wakanda’ Is An Adventure-Filled Look At The Hatut Zeraze – Review

“Wakanda is a kingdom of many secrets.”  Prepare to delve into the enigmatic world of Wakanda in a way you’ve never seen before. The latest Marvel Television animated series, Eyes of Wakanda, promises to unveil new and fascinating aspects of this mysterious kingdom.  Viewers will embark on a thrilling journey with the diverse cast of Wakandan wardogs (Hatut Zeraze) in Eyes of Wakanda. This globe-trotting adventure takes you on a quest to recover multiple vibranium artifacts, each with its...

Muses of Media • 26th July 2025

‘Washington Black’ is Packed With Powerful Performances – Review

Based on the best-selling novel of the same name by Esi Edugyan, Washington Black can now be experienced on your small screens in a limited series format.  Set in the 19th century, the story follows George Washington “Wash” Black (Eddie Karanja), an 11-year-old boy born on a plantation in Barbados. With a keen eye for science, Wash’s path sets him forth on an unknown destiny. However, when a disturbing incident forces him to flee Barbados, Wash ends up on a globe-trekking quest as he grows in...

Muses of Media • 23rd July 2025

The Cast of ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Discuss Portraying Marvel’s First Family – Press Conference Recap

Today, the cast and crew of Marvel Studios’ The Fantastic Four: First Steps assembled for a press conference to answer burning questions about the upcoming film and their characters.  Actors Vanessa Kirby (Sue Storm/Invisible Woman), Pedro Pascal (Reed Richards/Mr. Fantastic), Joseph Quinn (Johnny Storm/Human Torch), Ebon Moss-Bachrach (Ben Grimm/Thing), Julia Garner (Shalla-Bal/Silver Surfer), and Ralph Ineson (Galactus), answered questions alongside director Matt Shakman and Marvel Studios...

Muses of Media • 9th July 2025

Despite Glimmers of Goodness, ‘Superman’ Was Simply Okay – Review

The new era of the DC Universe (DCU) began with the animated series, Creature Commandos, written by James Gunn (Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy). Gunn’s next installment of the DCU is the highly anticipated Superman. The first theatrical release in the DCU has highs and lows, which made for an uneven viewing experience for me.The story focuses on Clark Kent, also known as Superman (David Corenswet), after he’s stopped a war between the two countries of Boravia and Jarhanpur. Superman’s actions h...

Muses of Media • 5th July 2025

Blending the Artistry of Beading and Music With Sebastian Gaskin’s Song “Woven” – Interview

The latest season of Amplify is one that will pull on your heartstrings. The new season showcases several Indigenous musicians on songwriting journeys for the series, sharing their music with the audience. Cree singer-songwriter Sebastian Gaskin is highlighted in the seventh episode of Amplify, directed by Carla Robinson. Gaskin is the recent Juno Award winner for Contemporary Indigenous Artist of the Year for his single “Brown Man.” Gaskin’s debut album, “LOVECHILD,” was released this year a...

Muses of Media • 25th June 2025

‘Ironheart’ Tackles Grief, Healing, And Hope- Review

Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne) is back in action, this time in her own series, Ironheart. Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) viewers first saw Riri on the big screen in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, when a machine she created caused trouble for the Wakandans.  Ironheart takes place after the events of Wakanda Forever, with Riri back in university, trying to make her way through an important project and still maintaining her side hustle of “helping” fellow students with their homework and pro...

Muses of Media • 21st June 2025

Qattuu’s Song Sanininiaqtunga Is A Reminder That Someone Will Always Be By Your Side – Interview

The latest season of Amplify is one that will pull on your heartstrings. The new season showcases several Indigenous musicians on songwriting journeys for the series, sharing their music with the audience. Hailing from Pangnirtung, Nunavut, Inuk throat singer and musician, Qattuu, is showcased in the sixth episode of Amplify, directed by asinnajaq. The episode features Qattuu, who released her debut solo album Midnight Sun in 2023...