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Indonesian Horror Hit ‘Pabrik Gula’ Gets 2028 Sequel as MD Entertainment Lines Up Three Imax Films

  • “Pabrik Gula” will get a sequel in early 2028.
  • MD Entertainment has three Imax films planned for 2027.
  • The studio says local identity guides its international strategy.

MD Entertainment plans to release a sequel to Indonesian horror hit “Pabrik Gula” in early 2028 and has three Imax films scheduled for 2027. The announcements reflect the studio’s effort to grow local stories into international releases and franchises, drawing on cinema, television and streaming partnerships. “Pabrik Gula”…

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WW3 horror map shows 10 most dangerous places to live in UK on ‘doomsday’

  • A postcode checker estimates hypothetical wartime exposure across UK council areas.
  • Gosport tops the reported high-risk locations, near Portsmouth’s naval base.
  • The tool weighs target proximity, terrain, weather and property data.

A postcode tool assesses how exposed UK council areas might be in a hypothetical world war, drawing on public maps and data. Its creator says it is a thought experiment, but the rankings highlight how military and government sites could affect local risk. The tool considers roughly a…

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“They will blow your mind”: the band Noel Gallagher called “modern-day geniuses”

  • Gallagher praised Amorphous Androgynous as “modern-day geniuses”.
  • Their 2008 compilation made a strong impression on him.
  • He said he immediately wanted to work with the duo.

Noel Gallagher said the electronic duo Amorphous Androgynous were “modern-day geniuses” after hearing their 2008 compilation, *A Monstrous Psychedelic Bubble Exploding in Your Mind: Volume 1*. The record impressed him enough to seek out the musicians and ask to work with them. Gallagher told *The Quietus* in 2011…

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Digital Foundry Delivers Its Tech Verdict On Stellar Blade’s Switch 2 Port

  • Digital Foundry calls the Switch 2 port playable and better than expected.
  • Frame generation enables a 60fps output.
  • Without it, the game hovers around 40fps.

Digital Foundry says Stellar Blade is a better-than-expected Switch 2 port, offering a reasonable and playable experience despite technical compromises. Its assessment matters because the game’s demanding visuals and performance needs make the port a test of how well the console can handle a recent Unreal Engine 4…

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The Strokes perform two Reality Awaits songs on Saturday Night Live

  • The Strokes performed two songs from Reality Awaits on SNL.
  • Walton Goggins joined them on bongo drums for “Going Shopping”.
  • Nick Valensi was absent from the performance.

The Strokes made their fifth appearance as musical guests on Saturday Night Live, performing two songs from their latest album, Reality Awaits. The appearance follows the North American and European leg of their tour and offers a live showcase for the new record. The band opened with “Lonely…

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What are the odds of getting the Pirate Shop Access token in Fortnite Treasure Hunters

  • Regular chests yield a token about once per 137,500 openings.
  • Treasure Hours can improve the odds.
  • The next Treasure Hours are scheduled for 14 November.

Epic Games has revealed the odds of finding the Pirate Shop Access token in Fortnite Treasure Hunters, after players raised concerns that it was unusually rare. The token lets players redeem premium shop rewards for free, so the published figures help explain how long players might need to…

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The iconic 1979 British rock movie John Lydon was always meant to be in: “He’s very, very intense”

  • Pete Townshend wanted John Lydon to star in *Quadrophenia*.
  • Lydon declined the role of Jimmy Cooper.
  • Phil Daniels took the part and won acclaim.

Pete Townshend wanted John Lydon to play Jimmy Cooper in the 1979 film *Quadrophenia*, but Lydon turned the role down. Townshend thought Lydon’s intensity might have suited the disillusioned young mod, whose story helped make the film a portrait of social tensions in 1964 Britain. Townshend recalled that…

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‘Our Blues’, ‘Midnight Diner’ & ‘C’Est La Vie’ Among Projects Backed By TAICCA Joint Venture Funds

  • Four TAICCA-backed funds presented projects spanning screen, stage and immersive media.
  • Enjoy Entertainment has invested in 15 projects, including Our Blues.
  • A children’s drama backed by Momomini is due to air in January.

Four joint content funds set up by Taiwan Creative Content Agency (TAICCA) and local and international partners have showcased projects they backed over the past year. Their investments span film, television, children’s programming, live performance and immersive exhibitions, reflecting TAICCA’s effort to support professionally managed portfolios and connect…

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Why unique Brighton defence is so tricky to unpick

  • Brighton are third after beating Manchester City 1-0.
  • They have conceded just seven goals in nine league games.
  • Their pressing uses man-to-man marking and curved runs to block passes.

Brighton have moved up to third in the Premier League after beating Manchester City 1-0, a week after losing to them in the Carabao Cup. Their aggressive, front-footed approach has helped them beat both City and leaders Arsenal, while strong defending has been central to those results. Brighton…

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Epic Reveals Drop Rate for Fortnite’s Pirate Token Following Pressure From Fans

  • Epic disclosed the Pirate Token’s drop rate after player backlash.
  • The usual chance is 1 in 137,000 per chest.
  • Rates may increase during Treasure Hours.

Epic Games has published the odds of finding Fortnite’s Pirate Shop Access Token, after players criticised the lack of information and some threatened a boycott or tried to report the company to the US Federal Trade Commission. The token unlocks the Pirate Shop, where nearly every item is…

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