Fairy Tales Still Inspire Modern Female Writers

In her newest collection, author Aimee Bender writes new versions of classic fairy tales. The post Fairy Tales Still Inspire Modern Female Writers appeared first on WIRED. Fairy Tales Still Inspire Modern Female Writers

Cape Watch: Deadpool 2 Just Nabbed the Ideal Director

Also, Angela Bassett is joining 'Black Panther' as T'Challa's mom. The post Cape Watch: Deadpool 2 Just Nabbed the Ideal Director appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Deadpool 2 Just Nabbed the Ideal Director

Reggie Watts Looks Like Jerry Seinfeld, According to Reggie Watts

People also tell him he looks like Antonio Banderas. The post Reggie Watts Looks Like Jerry Seinfeld, According to Reggie Watts appeared first on WIRED. Reggie Watts Looks Like Jerry Seinfeld, According to Reggie Watts

It’s Time for a Big Ol’ Holiday TV Smackdown!

Want to hear the WIRED Culture crew fight about the best things to watch on TV at the holidays? You're in luck. The post It’s Time for a Big Ol' Holiday TV Smackdown! appeared first on WIRED. It’s Time for a Big Ol’ Holiday TV Smackdown!

What to Binge-Watch Over the Holiday Break

You have a long weekend (and a lot of couch time) ahead. Here's how to spend it. The post What to Binge-Watch Over the Holiday Break appeared first on WIRED. What to Binge-Watch Over the Holiday Break

5 Things to Catch on Hulu Before They Disappear Next Month

You've got a four-day weekend coming up and a fully-stocked Hulu watchlist. Here's what to do. The post 5 Things to Catch on Hulu Before They Disappear Next Month appeared first on WIRED. 5 Things to Catch on Hulu Before They Disappear Next Month

Donald Trump Is Right: Theater Should Be a Safe Place. Just Not the Way He Means

Yes, theaters need to be safe spaces-for criticism as well as praise. The post Donald Trump Is Right: Theater Should Be a Safe Place. Just Not the Way He Means appeared first on WIRED. Donald Trump Is Right: Theater Should Be a Safe Place. Just Not the Way He Means

Dave Chappelle Is Releasing 3 Comedy Specials on Netflix

The comeback continues. The post Dave Chappelle Is Releasing 3 Comedy Specials on Netflix appeared first on WIRED. Dave Chappelle Is Releasing 3 Comedy Specials on Netflix

Cantina Talk: Wait, Han and Leia Did What?!

There are a few interesting pieces of Star Wars news this week. But you're probably here for that Carrie Fisher/Harrison Ford story, huh? The post Cantina Talk: Wait, Han and Leia Did What?! appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Wait, Han and Leia Did What?!

Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke Cast in Han Solo Spinoff Movie

The Mother of Dragons is off to play with Han and Chewie. The post Game of Thrones' Emilia Clarke Cast in Han Solo Spinoff Movie appeared first on WIRED. Game of Thrones’ Emilia Clarke Cast in Han Solo Spinoff Movie

With Arrival, Ted Chiang Becomes Hollywood’s New Philip K. Dick

This week on the 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, the panel discusses whether 'Arrival' will make Hollywood hungry for more of Ted Chaing's work. The post With Arrival, Ted Chiang Becomes Hollywood's New Philip K. Dick appeared first on WIRED. With Arrival, Ted Chiang Becomes Hollywood’s New Philip K. Dick

While You Were Offline: Kanye West Would’ve Voted for Trump

For those hoping that life on the Internet would calm down after the election, some unfortunate news: Like "fetch," that's probably not going to happen. The post While You Were Offline: Kanye West Would've Voted for Trump appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Kanye West Would’ve Voted for Trump

A Lot of Actors Suck at Accents. Not Idris Elba!

You know who is not so great at accents? Brad Pitt. The post A Lot of Actors Suck at Accents. Not Idris Elba! appeared first on WIRED. A Lot of Actors Suck at Accents. Not Idris Elba!

Cape Watch: Inhumans Is Finally Coming to the Big Screen. Sort Of

The Inhumans are getting a TV show that you'll be able to see in IMAX. Wait, what? The post Cape Watch: Inhumans Is Finally Coming to the Big Screen. Sort Of appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Inhumans Is Finally Coming to the Big Screen. Sort Of

A Tribe Called Quest’s New Record Is Awesome. National Politics? Not So Much

A lot has happened since we last recorded a WIRED Culture podcast. The post A Tribe Called Quest’s New Record Is Awesome. National Politics? Not So Much appeared first on WIRED. A Tribe Called Quest’s New Record Is Awesome. National Politics? Not So Much

The Best Reince Priebus Anagram Jokes Stephen Colbert and Samantha Bee Missed

Last night, both comedians made similar jokes about Donald Trump's pick for chief of staff. Here are the ones they missed. The post The Best Reince Priebus Anagram Jokes Stephen Colbert and Samantha Bee Missed appeared first on WIRED. The Best Reince Priebus Anagram Jokes Stephen Colbert and Samantha Bee Missed

John Oliver Summed Up Election 2016 in One Last Week Tonight Episode

In his final episode of the year, John Oliver didn't pull any punches when it came to the election of Donald Trump. The post John Oliver Summed Up Election 2016 in One Last Week Tonight Episode appeared first on WIRED. John Oliver Summed Up Election 2016 in One Last Week Tonight Episode

First Ghost in the Shell Trailer Shows Major on a Mission

The first full trailer for the manga/anime adaptation is finally here. The post First Ghost in the Shell Trailer Shows Major on a Mission appeared first on WIRED. First Ghost in the Shell Trailer Shows Major on a Mission

While You Were Offline: Want a Preview of Trump’s America? Watch Twitter

The US presidential election dominated the Internet this week. (Obviously.) Here's everything that went down. The post While You Were Offline: Want a Preview of Trump's America? Watch Twitter appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Want a Preview of Trump’s America? Watch Twitter

Alright, Folks, It’s Time Horror Got Some New Monsters

Vampires and zombies are over. It's time horror movies got some new freaky creatures. The post Alright, Folks, It's Time Horror Got Some New Monsters appeared first on WIRED. Alright, Folks, It’s Time Horror Got Some New Monsters

Trust the Force: Watch the New Rogue One Trailer Now

"Rebellions are built on hope." The post Trust the Force: Watch the New Rogue One Trailer Now appeared first on WIRED. Trust the Force: Watch the New Rogue One Trailer Now

The First Trailer for Luc Besson’s Valerian Is a Sci-Fi Fever Dream

Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne flirt-in space! (Also, hi Rihanna!) The post The First Trailer for Luc Besson's Valerian Is a Sci-Fi Fever Dream appeared first on WIRED. The First Trailer for Luc Besson’s Valerian Is a Sci-Fi Fever Dream

Cape Watch: Wonder Woman Would Like a Girlfriend, Please

Gal Gadot has some ideas for Diana Prince's future love interests. Also, the Avengers might be house-hunting. The post Cape Watch: Wonder Woman Would Like a Girlfriend, Please appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Wonder Woman Would Like a Girlfriend, Please

Doctor Strange Has Us Totally Entranced

This week on WIRED's culture podcast we're talking about Marvel's Sorcerer Supreme and the election's most-biting late-night moments. The post Doctor Strange Has Us Totally Entranced appeared first on WIRED. Doctor Strange Has Us Totally Entranced

WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Nip/Tuck

These days, Ryan Murphy has a TV empire. But if you go back and watch his sophomore show, you can see the first signs of the programming he'd make. The post WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Nip/Tuck appeared first on WIRED. WIRED Binge-Watching Guide: Nip/Tuck

Instagram Users Post Black Squares After Trump Wins US Presidency

Users on the photo-sharing service posted a series of black squares following the election on Tuesday night. The post Instagram Users Post Black Squares After Trump Wins US Presidency appeared first on WIRED. Instagram Users Post Black Squares After Trump Wins US Presidency

The Problem With This Election? It’s Been Too Entertaining

Sure, we got some LOLs out of this election. But were they worth it? The post The Problem With This Election? It's Been Too Entertaining appeared first on WIRED. The Problem With This Election? It’s Been Too Entertaining

Doctor Strange’s Big Opening Tells Marvel to Keep It Weird

The strong performance of Marvel's Sorcerer Supreme is a clear indicator that audiences like to get weird with their superhero movies. The post Doctor Strange’s Big Opening Tells Marvel to Keep It Weird appeared first on WIRED. Doctor Strange’s Big Opening Tells Marvel to Keep It Weird

Cantina Talk: Rey Is Not Who You Think She Is

There's no big backstory between Star Wars' Kylo Ren and Rey. Sorry, conspiracy theorists. The post Cantina Talk: Rey Is Not Who You Think She Is appeared first on WIRED. Cantina Talk: Rey Is Not Who You Think She Is

5 Comics You Need to Read After Seeing Doctor Strange

Didn't get enough of the sorcerer supreme in Marvel's latest flick? These comics will give you what you need. The post 5 Comics You Need to Read After Seeing Doctor Strange appeared first on WIRED. 5 Comics You Need to Read After Seeing Doctor Strange

T.C. Boyle Wants a Friendly Billionaire to Fund Biosphere 3

In the latest 'Geek's Guide to the Galaxy' podcast, the author says he'd like to see the Biosphere 2 concept resurrected. The post T.C. Boyle Wants a Friendly Billionaire to Fund Biosphere 3 appeared first on WIRED. T.C. Boyle Wants a Friendly Billionaire to Fund Biosphere 3

While You Were Offline: Melania Trump Wants to End Cyberbullying. Uhhh…

The woman married to Donald Trump thinks online harassment is bad. Twitter has thoughts on that. The post While You Were Offline: Melania Trump Wants to End Cyberbullying. Uhhh... appeared first on WIRED. While You Were Offline: Melania Trump Wants to End Cyberbullying. Uhhh…

No More Waiting for Gadot: The New Wonder Woman Trailer Is Here!

Gal Gadot's Diana Prince whips up some serious action in the new trailer for Wonder Woman's 2017 standalone movie. The post No More Waiting for Gadot: The New Wonder Woman Trailer Is Here! appeared first on WIRED. No More Waiting for Gadot: The New Wonder Woman Trailer Is Here!

Cape Watch: Another Director Runs Away From The Flash

Sadly for DC, this week's roundup of superhero movie news is full of Marvel updates-and one bit about The Flash losing his director. The post Cape Watch: Another Director Runs Away From The Flash appeared first on WIRED. Cape Watch: Another Director Runs Away From The Flash

Too Much Internet Speculation Is Ruining TV

On this week's WIRED Culture podcast, we're trying to figure out if too many fan theories are making TV shows less fun. The post Too Much Internet Speculation Is Ruining TV appeared first on WIRED. Too Much Internet Speculation Is Ruining TV

You Can Now Buy Facebook’s Internal Propoganda Posters

A series of posters from the company's offices are currently up for auction. The post You Can Now Buy Facebook's Internal Propoganda Posters appeared first on WIRED. You Can Now Buy Facebook’s Internal Propoganda Posters