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Writer/director Mike Flanagan is tackling yet another iconic Stephen King property. And unlike some of his others, like Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game, this one might prove a bit controversial. According to a report from Deadline, Warner Bros. is remaking The Mist, King’s 1980 novella that became a beloved film by Frank Darabont back in 2007. So the new movie will come out barely two decades after the first one. Darabont’s version of The Mist remains beloved by fans and critics, especially for its shocking and uncompromising ending. King fans are probably wondering why this needs another remake. A TV series adaptation already came out in 2017. Maybe this story is just destined for a remake once a decade?
In The Mist, a small town in Maine (where else?) becomes fully engulfed by a thick fog. Out of this strange fog come several deadly creatures that begin attacking the local townsfolk. A group of survivors finds refuge in a grocery store. And this is where the true horror story begins. Quickly, we learn the human beings inside are as bad, if not worse, than any otherworldly monsters looking to kill them. It is a timeless story, for good or bad. But can Mike Flanagan really outdo the original film?
There were theories that elements of It: Welcome to Derry would tie into The Mist, but those theories proved wrong. Perhaps the Welcome to Derry producers caught wind of a remake of The Mist in development, and steered clear? Who knows. There’s no word yet on when The Mist goes into production, but it might be a minute, as Mike Flanagan has several other projects in the works. He’s currently attempting to remake King’s first novel, Carrie, into a mini-series. But every other version of Carrie has been a disappointment in some way, because Brian De Palma’s 1976 original is an all-time classic. Will the same reaction befall a new iteration of The Mist? We’ll have to wait and see.
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Writer/director Mike Flanagan is tackling yet another iconic Stephen King property. And unlike some of his others, like Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game, this one might prove a bit controversial. According to a report from Deadline, Warner Bros. is remaking The Mist, King’s 1980 novella that became a beloved film by Frank Darabont back in 2007. So the new movie will come out barely two decades after the first one. Darabont’s version of The Mist remains beloved by fans and critics, especially for its shocking and uncompromising ending. King fans are probably wondering why this needs another remake. A TV series adaptation already came out in 2017. Maybe this story is just destined for a remake once a decade?
In The Mist, a small town in Maine (where else?) becomes fully engulfed by a thick fog. Out of this strange fog come several deadly creatures that begin attacking the local townsfolk. A group of survivors finds refuge in a grocery store. And this is where the true horror story begins. Quickly, we learn the human beings inside are as bad, if not worse, than any otherworldly monsters looking to kill them. It is a timeless story, for good or bad. But can Mike Flanagan really outdo the original film?
There were theories that elements of It: Welcome to Derry would tie into The Mist, but those theories proved wrong. Perhaps the Welcome to Derry producers caught wind of a remake of The Mist in development, and steered clear? Who knows. There’s no word yet on when The Mist goes into production, but it might be a minute, as Mike Flanagan has several other projects in the works. He’s currently attempting to remake King’s first novel, Carrie, into a mini-series. But every other version of Carrie has been a disappointment in some way, because Brian De Palma’s 1976 original is an all-time classic. Will the same reaction befall a new iteration of The Mist? We’ll have to wait and see.
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Logan, aka the X-Men‘s Wolverine, is one of the most popular characters in the franchise and the Marvel Universe. He’s best known for his gruff exterior and even gruffer way of dealing with foes. However, many are completely oblivious that the man of adamantium has a softer side.
Logan has lived for a long time, and over that course, he has had many romantic relationships that shaped a lot of who he is. Given that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, this is a perfect time to take a closer look at each of Logan’s romantic relationships.
Jean Grey
Jean Grey and Logan have had a complex relationship over the years, characterized by love, loss, and tragedy. It’s unclear when the two officially met, but most comic book connoisseurs cite Giant-Size X-Men #1, published in 1975. While this is mere comic hearsay, the inked pages do show a definitive meeting of Jean Gray and Logan in 1989’s Uncanny X-Men #242. Though Logan was much older than Jean, their relationship gradually developed over time.
However, their romantic relationship was often complicated by Jean’s immense powers, such as telekinesis and telepathy, as well as her numerous deaths over the course of the comic books series. Though currently married to Cyclops, Jean and Logan still share an unbreakable bond; it would seem that their relationship has advanced to the next level—something we’ll discuss later.
Mariko Yashida
The story of Wolverine and Mariko Yashida is probably the most tragic story in Logan’s life. Though their relationship started before she was appointed as the Japanese crime lord—the head of Clan Yashida—Mariko and Logan were supposed to marry.
Unfortunately, their happiness was short-lived; Mariko was poisoned, and instead of waiting for a terrible, agonized death, she begged Wolverine to kill her. He ended her life and vowed to avenge her, which he still does in the most gruesome way.
Silver Fox
Unlike her depiction in X-Men Origins: Wolverine, where she’s portrayed as a traitor and part of Weapon X that had created and sought to control Wolverine, Silver Fox and Wolverine actually led a quiet life, with a passionate relationship and mutual respect.
Unfortunately, she was killed by Sabretooth, which forced Logan to come to terms with the brutal realities of his past and the consequences of Weapon X. Silver Fox eventually comes back to life or hasn’t died at all in some continuities, but then she dies again, so it’s pretty reasonable that Logan is grumpy all the time.
Black Widow
This might come as a surprise to MCU fans, but Black Widow, aka a former KGB agent Natasha Romanoff, and Logan have had a romantic relationship in the comics. Their relationship was depicted as a complicated one, with moments of attraction and flirtation but also conflict and difficulty, given their different personalities and lifestyles.
In some storylines, their relationship was depicted as romantic, with the two sharing moments of intense passion and connection. However, some continuities depicted their relationship as more platonic. Overall, their romance is one of the most well-known and enduring in the X-Men comics, as well as a source of many speculations among the fandom.
Mystique
This is an interesting one, considering that Mystique, a shapeshifting mutant, has a long history with the X-Men team as both a friend and a foe over the years. Hers and Logan’s relationship has been depicted as a complicated one, with moments of intimacy and passion but also a lot of conflict and betrayal, given their vastly different ideologies and goals.
Admittedly, Mystique is a complex character with a duplicitous personality, and many of her relationships are often plagued by complications and betrayals. Still, her relationship with Logan has been a significant one in the X-Men comics, as it has helped the development of both characters.
Storm
In some continuities, Logan and Ororo Munroe, also known as Storm, were involved in a romantic relationship following Storm’s divorce from Black Panther — in fact, they both ran Jean Grey school together.
For example, in Ultimate Marvel Universe, the two mutants entered a romantic relationship years before their main universe counterparts, as Storm was processing the grief due to the apparent death of her boyfriend, Beast.
The relationships were short-lived for the most part, but for a moment, some of them were pretty serious.
Maureen
In the Old Man Logan storyline, an older version of Wolverine is in a romantic relationship with a human woman, Maureen. The storyline is set in an alternate future in which mutants have been defeated, and most of the X-Men were killed.
Wolverine has retired from his superhero life and is living a quiet life as a family man. However, as with most of his love stories, his wife—and, in this case, children as well—were murdered by a gang of mutants, plunging him into a vengeful fury.
A Bonus Romance: Hercules
In an alternate universe depicted in the X-Treme X-Men series, Logan has an unexpected romance with Hercules, an Avenger and a son of Zeus. As with all of Logan’s relationships, this one is also complicated, but it has nudged the character’s development in a new direction.
Namely, in the Dawn of X relaunch, it appears that Logan is involved in a polyamorous relationship with Cyclops and Jean, and they have adjoining rooms in the Summers House.
Final Thoughts
Despite his gruff exterior, Wolverine does have a soft side. Unfortunately, not being able to die implies witnessing and suffering the deaths of those he holds most dear, which only prove that, despite the gruff exterior and adamantium bones and claws, Wolverine still has a pretty human heart.
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At SCAD TV Fest, Aldis Hodge offered a grounded and deeply respectful perspective on one of Marvel’s most emotionally charged conversations: the future of Black Panther. Rather than entertaining speculation or positioning himself at the center of the discussion, Hodge spoke as both a lifelong fan and a cultural observer, emphasizing gratitude, responsibility, and reverence for Chadwick Boseman’s legacy. His comments reframed the question not as who could ever replace Boseman, but how the spirit, culture, and service that defined Black Panther can be carried forward with care.
Hodge began by acknowledging how long fans have connected his name to the role. “Honestly, I feel a great deal of gratitude,” he said, noting with a laugh that people have been saying it since he was 22. Now 40, he views those conversations less as pressure and more as a reflection of the community’s investment in what Black Panther represents. For Hodge, that investment is inseparable from the cultural impact Boseman and director Ryan Coogler created together.
A lifelong Marvel fan who grew up on X-Men graphic novels, Hodge made it clear that his perspective is rooted in fandom as much as professionalism. But he was careful to stress that the future of Black Panther is not about any single actor. “Whether it’s me or somebody else,” he explained, whoever approaches that position must do so with care and empathy. It cannot be handled in a way that feels salacious or driven by spectacle. The role demands something deeper.
That depth, Hodge emphasized, comes from trust in Ryan Coogler’s vision. “If Ryan Coogler is touching it, you already know it’s going to be quality,” he said. More than technical skill or box office success, Coogler brings awareness and respect to the material. For Hodge, that awareness is the foundation that allowed Black Panther to resonate globally while remaining rooted in Black culture and identity.
When the conversation turned directly to Chadwick Boseman’s legacy, Hodge’s language became especially deliberate. He rejected the idea of replacement outright. Whoever steps forward, he argued, should step into the legacy Boseman started with Coogler, building upon what was already laid down. “It was hinged on culture,” Hodge said. The success of Black Panther came from getting the culture right. Boseman was, in Hodge’s words, “the right man to represent when it was needed, how it was needed, as it was.”
That distinction matters. Boseman’s portrayal of T’Challa was not just a performance but a moment of representation that arrived at precisely the right time. It carried history, pride, and responsibility, both onscreen and off. Hodge’s comments reflect a deep understanding that the power of Black Panther lies not in the suit, but in what the character symbolizes to audiences around the world.
Rather than viewing the future as a void left by Boseman’s absence, Hodge reframed it as a continuation of service. “I don’t think about it as replacement,” he said. “I think about it as stepping into the service that they already started.” That word, service, is key. It suggests humility, stewardship, and an obligation to something larger than individual career milestones.
At SCAD TV Fest, Hodge did not campaign for the mantle nor shy away from the conversation, he actually met it with reverence. His comments underscored a broader truth about Black Panther. Its legacy is not owned by any one actor, yet it must always honor the man who defined it. In positioning the role as a continuation rather than a substitution, Hodge articulated what many fans hope for the franchise’s future.
Whatever comes next for Wakanda, Hodge’s perspective serves as a reminder that the heart of Black Panther has always been about culture, community, and respect. That legacy, as he made clear, is not something to be replaced. It is something to be carried forward with intention.
You can catch Hodge in his upcoming series Cross. The second season premiere airs Feb 11th on Prime Video.
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There’s no doubt that dating has always been an expensive activity. As prices increase and inflation is still high, it’s turning into a luxury to take significant others or potential partners out on a date. Now couples are resorting to splitting the bill or meal.
While money can be the death of a relationship, so can the way it’s handled. When this woman wanted to add an extra entree, her boyfriend’s reaction boiled her blood, igniting conflict in the comments section about relationship behaviors. TikTok creator Liz (@liz_bizness) recounts the incident in her car.