Rebooting childhood classics isn’t an easy feat. Nostalgia works both ways and it’s really hard to tap into the best of it. But with the amount of live action franchise reboots happening now, we’re seeing a reinvention of concepts and characters that maybe other forms of media didn’t think of before. Of course, there’s other franchises that might deserve the spotlight more. Here are five childhood franchises getting a reboot and five that deserve one....

By the mid-90s, the slasher movie genre was beginning to feel a bit tired. There was a lack of originality and all the movies covered familiar terrain. Then one movie came along and changed the genre forever. Scream was an inventive, energetic and thrilling boost of energy that was needed at the time. The concept of a masked killer who stalks a bunch of good-looking teens sounded like nothing new, but there was a lot more going on with the film....

The fighting genre of video games has grown into one of the most popular sections of gaming. While some titles come and go through the years, Mortal Kombat has remained a consistent performer for decades ever since its debut in the ‘90s. Mortal Kombat has remained a big contender in fighting circles and proven to be one of the more resilient fighting franchises out there, with even characters like Jason Voorhees, and the Xenomorph from Alien stopping by to make appearances....

We have a list of 30 must-know YouTube statistics to help you understand how the platform is being used right now. Let’s dig in. YouTube demographics When launching a video marketing strategy, you need to know if the platform’s demographics match your target audience. Let’s cover some of YouTube’s main demographics. 1. YouTube has over 2 billion monthly active users YouTube is visited by nearly a quarter of the world’s population, boasting 2 billion monthly active users....

The AP has the story: Best Buy is recalling 5,100 replacement batteries for the MacBook Pro due to a fire risk. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission said Wednesday that there have been 13 reports that the battery caught fire. One consumer suffered a serious burn on the leg. Best Buy Co. is voluntarily recalling both black and white ATG lithium-ion replacement batteries for the notebook computers. The batteries were sold online or shipped to customers through its Geek Squad services from September of 2008 through June of 2012 for about $50....

Ever since the horror genre came to be, there have been certain movies within it that have become horror movie staples for die-hard fans of these films. Certain directors have defined the horror genre with their innovative ways of scaring the heck out of their audiences. From John Carpenter to Wes Craven to Alfred Hitchcock, these directors were able to thrust us into their terrifying worlds and leave us gasping in terror each and every time....

Each decade, the horror genre changes. The ’80s were filled with trashy slasher movies. Then in the ’90s, the genre had started to grow stale and repetitive. It wasn’t until 1996’s Scream finally revitalized the genre, leading to the influx of “hip” and self-aware horror that bled into the 2000s. The horror genre has now changed in the 2010s, for better and for worse. This list will look at the genre’s tropes within the last ten years, with some being a saving grace, while others that need to just go away....

We’ve all seen a sports movie or television show over the years, and we can all formulate an opinion based on what we’ve seen. Now while there are going to be many different ’takes’ on this subject matter, one thing seems to be clear above all else: there are some great stereotypes and there are some awful ones within this genre. Today, we want to try and uncover the best and the worst as we continue to back the idea that sport-based shows & movies on the big screen are, more often than not, much more fun than any of the alternatives....

Before you dismiss the need to create one or insist you don’t have a large enough audience, pump the breaks. In today’s growing world of micro-influencers, there’s important niche information to be shared that’s appealing to brands — no matter how large or small your audience may be. Regardless of if you’re pitching a big-budget idea to a global brand or simply trying to collaborate with a local boutique you’ve always loved, you always want to put your best foot forward when you position yourself to potential partners- just like if you were applying for a job!...

Between the ring lights, lavaliere microphone, webcam, and 30-inch monitor, it’s easy to mistake him for a television reporter on the scene of a breaking story. And, in a way, he is – sharing headline news about how the future of work is rapidly evolving. And what every company must consider building an effective work from anywhere culture. As employees increasingly want the Future of Work to Be Hybrid – with flexible options to work from home, from the office, or both – how do organizations plan for success?...

This is the year of 5G iPhones, but one of the biggest unknowns around the iPhone 12 is which flavors of 5G we’ll get. All models in all countries are likely to support sub-6GHz 5G. This is effectively the next step up from 4G/LTE, with similar range but offering only a relatively modest bump in speed. But when people talk about super-fast 5G, they are talking about a very different beast: mmWave 5G....

Best DevOps Tools: Top Picks #1) QuerySurge QuerySurge is the smart data testing solution that is the first-of-its-kind full DevOps solution for continuous data testing. Key Features Robust API with 60+ calls Seamlessly integrates into the DevOps pipeline for continuous testing Verifies large amounts of data quickly Validates difficult transformation rules between multiple source and target systems Detects requirements and code changes, updates tests accordingly and alerts team members of said changes Provides detailed data intelligence & data analytics...

Peter Jackson’s Lord of the Rings trilogy is by and far one of the greatest adaptations ever brought to the big screen. The massive scope, incredible performances, fantastic writing, and meticulous attention to detail helped to craft a trilogy of films that have not only stood the test of time, but paid proper respect to its source material. Indeed, it is rare to find an adaptation quite so loyal to its source material as Jackson’s books....

While Mads Mikkelsen is best known for playing Hannibal Lecter on NBC’s Hannibal, he has also been in a variety of other roles over the years. Mikkelsen brought Thomas Harris’ character to the screen in a powerful way that rivaled Anthony Hopkins performance, which is no small feat. Mikkelsen clearly has some serious acting skills and is masterful in creating a nuanced performance just with the slightest changes of expression. While we will definitely always be praising his work on Hannibal, fans of Mikkelsen will want to check out some of his other work, too....

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VAPT Tools attack your system within the network and outside the network as if a hacker would attack it. If unauthorized access is possible, the system has to be corrected. Following is a handpicked list of Top Pentest Tools, with their popular features and website links. The list of Penetration testing tools comparison contains both open source (free) and commercial (paid) software. Best Pentest (VAPT) Tools: Top Picks 1) Invicti Invicti is an easy to use web application security scanner that can automatically find SQL Injection, XSS, and other vulnerabilities in your web applications and web services....

Noah Hawley has a very assured creative hand, delivering both Legion and Fargo. The former is some of the best X-Men content available. And the latter is a pretty stunning adaptation of an already innovative and iconic movie. However, over time, it grew into more of a loving homage to the Coen brothers’ entire universe. But Fargo’s drama is just as fierce as its crime, both edgy and sophisticated. Truthfully, there are no weak episodes of the series....

In 1999, The Matrix made its way to theaters. The sci-fi action movie was unlike anything Hollywood had given audiences before. The Wachowski’s legendary film was both brimming with thrilling set-pieces, but also ideas that made the audiences think and contemplate. The sequels polarized audiences, but the original is a universally beloved classic. This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the cerebral spectacle, bringing it once again into the public eye....

Microsoft Outlook Tips Email itself hasn’t changed much in recent years. You either send new messages or read/respond to received mail. Microsoft Outlook offers several tools that make email much better and efficient to use. Our favorites Microsoft Outlook tips follow. Flags and Categories Two of the easiest ways to better organize your most important emails are by using flags and categories. In general terms, both allow you to sort messages for later use....

Today after upgrading to the latest release of 7-Zip on my Windows 7 machine, I decided 7-Zip deserved an honorable mention since I’ve not spoken about the product here on groovyPost. (I know… long overdue!) Similar to RocketDock (which works with Windows 7 YAHOO!), 7-Zip is one of those applications I install immediately after building a new PC. Although 7-Zip is a Freeware application, it’s truly a feature-rich WinZip replacement that provides top-notch File and Folder compression and decompression for a broad range of formats, including the ability to extract files from the traditional disk image ....