Cult Week
Cults and extreme beliefs fascinate us because we are all susceptible to their pull. Cult Week explores these stories — and the liminal spaces between the real and the imaginary.
Cult Week
How an ultra-nationalist religious group became one of the most popular film producers in Japan
Happy Science is an ultra-nationalist New Religious group that uses the media, a political party, and educational institutions to further its controversial belief system.
You need to watch the best cult thriller of the year on Netflix ASAP
How one Ancient Greek thinker revolutionized math — and possibly started a cult
Pythagoras’ influence can be felt in every classroom in the western world.
Is fandom a cult? The religious fervor fueling Star Wars, Marvel, and more
Yes, even you could be in a cult right now.
10 years ago, Joaquin Phoenix made the most realistic cult thriller ever
“If you figure a way to live without serving a master, any master, then let the rest of us know, will you? For you'd be the first person in the history of the world.”
Why ChatGPT Could Usher in a New Era of Scientific Discovery
There’s no putting the genie back in the bottle.
Everything Wrong with Netflix’s New Password-Sharing Rules
Netflix’s crackdown is impossible to fairly enforce.
D&D's Big OGL Reversal Can't Protect You From Space Nazis
The cost of freedom.
Doctor Who Could Become the New Marvel — But There's a Catch
The Whoniverse might be getting a ton of new spinoffs. But will it work?
Hi-Fi Rush reveals a surprising strength of Xbox Game Pass
Let’s break the endless hype cycle.
"Mindboggling" Launcher layoffs prompt outcry and tributes to WaPo gaming vertical
“This isn’t bitter sweet. It’s bitter.”
Fire Emblem Engage needs to let its characters out of the closet
Queer is not a dirty word.
OGL 1.2 update: The battle for D&D's future has only just begun
Wizards of the Coast has unveiled the Open Gaming License 1.2.
Ant-Man 3 interview proves Marvel is taking the wrong lesson from Jodorowsky’s Dune
Is this a good thing?
Eight major trends that will shape the games industry in 2023
GDC’s annual survey highlights the latest in game development trends.
One style of social media use makes you feel better than any other — it’s not what you think
Stop doom-scrolling.
On the eve of M3GAN, Blumhouse’s blunt critique of digital sex work is worth another look
This isn’t the first time Jason Blum’s banner has tackled the palpable perils and pitfalls of digital innovation.
The 6 most intriguing indie games of 2023
Some of the most exciting titles might not be on your radar yet.
The 9 biggest nepo babies in video games
It’s all about who you know.
New Doctor Who Season 14 costumes pay brilliant tribute to franchise history
Ncuti Gatwa and Millie Gibson are rocking classic looks for Season 14.
Fortnite, FFXIV, and 9 more games with festive holiday events
Celebrate the holidays in your favorite game.
