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Matching sets make getting dressed less complicated by eliminating the hassle of mixing tops and bottoms until you get a combination that feels trendy. There’s one matching set from Target though that has TikTok especially gushing over its affordability and stylishness — even earning the label of the No. 1 most-shared item on Target’s top 10 list for June (replacing their coveted denim jumpsuit that held the spot previously).
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The online retailer has become a go-to destination for style on a budget with more than 7.8 million videos on TikTok made with the hashtag “Target Fashion Finds 2024.” This matching set has TikTokers in a chokehold though as it features a ’90s-inspired design featuring dainty details such as a tiny bow in the center of the skirt paired with small lace accents. User @michaela.delvillar showed off the complete set in a video that has racked up more than 47,000 views.
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“The waistband is super stretchy, so I would size down if you’re in-between sizes,” the user recommends while pulling on the waistband to show off it’s stretchiness. “I will definitely be wearing this in a sunset photo on the beach somewhere.”
There are four colors and patterns to pick from: red, brown, yellow, and a blue and white floral pattern. The crop top is only $18, while the maxi skirt is priced at a wallet-friendly $25, making the entire set only $43. And, since it’s made with a linen material, it’s lightweight and breathable to keep you comfortable during especially hot days.
Already sizes are selling out, which means you won’t want to wait too long before adding both pieces to your cart. Keep reading to buy the matching set online now.
Wild Fable Linen Bow-Front Maxi Skirt
Stay cool this summer without ditching trendiness in this budget-friendly maxi skirt from Target. The design is made with a lightweight material and side zipper closure that’s paired with a mid-rise elastic waistband that rests gently on your skin.
Wild Fable Linen Tiny Tank Top
Complete your look with the matching crop top that shows off a tie back and ruffle hem on the top and bottom. The straps are also adjustable to shorten or lengthen to your liking.
If you’re curious about what the brown shade looks like on, user @_annvaz gave a OOTD breakdown pairing the look with a blazer and heels, which you can see here.
For more product recommendations, check out ShopBillboard‘s roundups of the best slip dresses, crop tops and jean shorts.
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Viva Las Vegas!
From live music to nightlife, restaurants, shopping, spas and more, Las Vegas is the perfect place to experience an unforgettable weekend, and with the Fourth of July holiday coming soon, Sin City is a prime destination to celebrate Independence Day.
The desert has long been a landing destination for music’s biggest stars, and Hilton has played a part in transforming Las Vegas into the entertainment juggernaut that it is today. In the 1970s, Hilton was the first hospitality company to launch “residencies” for its regular performers, including acts like Elvis and Liberace. Other music legends that performed at the famed Las Vegas Hilton include Johny Cash, Barry Manilow, B.B. King, Duke Ellington, Kenny Rogers and Tony Bennett.
The Las Vegas Hilton has expanded since then, but the tradition of live performances continues today. At Resorts World, music lovers can hit up some of Sin City’s coolest attractions and most buzzed-about residencies.
But there’s even more to see than live music. From gambling to dining options, dayclubs, nightclubs, comedy shows, sporting events and other nightlife attractions, whatever your taste, Hilton has something to feed your appetite.
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What’s on the schedule for Fourth of July weekend? Jonas Blue will be at Zouk Nightclub on July 4, Ludacris on July 5, and Illenium on July 6.
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Ayu Dayclub will feature Duke Dumont on July 5, Lil Dicky on July 6, and Shaboozey on July 7.
Comedian Theo Von will take the stage at Resorts World theatre on July 5 and 6. The 5,000-capacity, multi-level venue boasts Las Vegas’ largest performance stage and features two private lounges — Gold Bar Whiskey VIP Lounge & Alle Backstage — with special access to bars and other VIP amenities.
Zouk Nightclub features multiple bars, VIP booths, a state-of-the-art sound system and the ultimate dance floor, making it a perfect party destination for clubgoers. For day partiers, Ayu Dayclub offers a palm-tree-laden tropical oasis where you can take a dip in the pool’s crystal-clear water, or party the day away in the sunshine.
If you plan to start the Fourth of July celebration early, celebrity chef/Food Network star Jet Tila will be hosting a pop-up at Crossroads, featuring a vegan Pan-Asian menu for $85 on July 1.
With so many must-see attractions to offer, it’s nice to stay at a hotel that allows you to do everything in one place as it’ll save you the energy of walking up and down the Las Vegas Strip for miles on end. Of course, that doesn’t mean that you can’t step out onto the Strip, but having the right hotel accommodations makes for a more comfortable stay, plus the Las Vegas heat can be unrelenting, especially in the summertime.
For the traveler looking for a one-stop shop, Hilton has the answer. Consisting of Hilton towers — Las Vegas Hilton, Conrad Las Vegas, and Crockfords Las Vegas — Resorts World combines all your entertainment needs in one place.
With Adele, Mariah Carey, Carrie Underwood, Garth Brooks, Christina Aguilera and other can’t-miss Las Vegas residencies taking place over the summer, you’ll have plenty of ways to enjoy live music. And Las Vegas is bigger than ever – there are enough restaurants to make your head spin and let’s face it, while it’s fun to shop, going to the mall in Las Vegas can feel like a field trip on its own. But condensing your entertainment and hotel into one location can not only save you time and money, it’ll take some of the stress out of planning the perfect stay.
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Enjoy fine dining, casual dining and other appetizing options including Pan-Asian eateries, street-food-inspired menus and Michelin-starred dishes from award-winning chefs at eateries such as Bar Zazu, Brezza, Carversteak, Crossroads Kitchen, Caviar Bar, Kusa Nori, Fuhu, Genting Palace, Kusa Nori and ¡Viva!
For casual dining, there’s Agave Bar & Grill, Crossroads, Dawg House Saloon, Junior’s, M Lady M New York, Mulberry Street Pizzeria, Redtail, The Kitchen, Suns Out Buns Out and The Co-Op.
Love wine? Head to Wally’s to shop from a selection of over 8,000 labels of wine, spirits and beer.
Stock up on snacks, refreshments, souvenirs and more at RW Store. Grab quick eats by the pool at Bites, enjoy boozy ice cream at Aubi & Ramsa, vegan goodies at Craig’s Vegan Ice Cream, donuts at Randy’s Donuts, and coffee at Starbucks. If you’d rather dine in bed, there’s room service powered by GrubHub.
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And there’s plenty of other places to shop at The District at Resorts World Las Vegas. The 35,000-square-foot mall is packed with must-shop boutiques like Black Clover, Corso, Fred Segal, FOUND by Fred Segal, Nectar Life, Twila True Boutique and Racing Miami – where F1 fans can score official F1 team and driver merchandise.
The property also features seven bars and lounges including Eight Cigar Lounge, Allē Lounge on 66, Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge, Genting Palace Lounge, Redtail, Jalisco Underground, Crystal Bar and Crossroads Lounge.
Another benefit of staying at Hilton hotels: You don’t have to leave the premises to get to your room. Hilton provides a variety of rooms to suit your travel and budgetary needs. Guests will enjoy premium rooms and suites with picture-worthy, panoramic views of Las Vegas and the surrounding desert, along with gorgeous mountain views that will make you want to whip out your phone and capture the moment. Plus, the rooms have breathtaking floor-to-ceiling window views, plush bedding, modern décor and are perfectly designed for sleeping, sitting and even working away from the office.
For guests craving a VIP experience, Las Vegas is home to the world’s largest Conrad Hotel, with 1,496 rooms and special accommodations such as a private reception and VIP check-in and digital keys.
With Hilton, music fans will get a VIP travel experience that’s worth betting on. Book your stay below.
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From beach days and barbecues, pool parties and errand runs, Birkenstock sandals are perfectly designed for summer.
To help update your sandal collection, we’ve rounded up a few of the best Birkenstock options to sport this summer along with a couple of alternative styles. For lazy summer days, hot summer nights and everything in between.
Below, find a roundup of bestsellers to shop from Birkenstock and more.
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The Arizona Suede Sandal
$71.50
$130
45% off
If you appreciate an icon, the Birkenstock Arizona is for you. The classic, buckle silhouette slip-on sandal hit shelves in 1973 and the design hasn’t changed since then. The Arizona is available in leather, suede and vegan textiles.
Besides the wide color selection, the Arizona is a great season-to-season sandal. You can wear them through the summer and into the fall — just throw on a pair of socks. Speaking of a multi-season shoe, the Birkenstock Boston qualifies as a summer shoe too; even though it’s not a sandal, the comfy clog can be worn throughout the year.
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The Mayari Vegan Leather Sandal
A flip on the regular buckle design, the Mayari has crisscross straps with a contoured cork-latex footbed, a lightweight EVA sole, synthetic leather upper and metal pin buckles.
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The Gizeh Nubuck Leather Sandal
Thong sandals have summer written all over them. The Gizeh is another popular style from Birkenstock featuring a thong design in the front, an adjustable buckle and open back.
If you’d rather not go strapless, Birkenstock has sandals with straps too! Shop other Birkenstock styles at Birkenstock.com and retailers such as Zappos, Urban Outfitters, Nordstrom, QVC, and REI. You can also find Birkenstocks at Walmart, Amazon and StockX.
Where to Find Birkenstock Alternatives for Cheap
It seems like every top has a budget-friendly alternative, although when shopping for dupes, the quality may not be exactly the same and the item not last as long as the real thing.
Where can you find Birkenstock alternatives online? Retailers such as Amazon, Walmart and Target are a few of the major leaguers that offer affordable alternatives to Birkenstock sandals.
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CUSHIONAIRE Women’s Lane Cork Footbed Sandal With +Comfort
$29.99
$49.99
40% off
Cushionaire makes a couple of bestselling alternatives to Birkenstocks, one being the Cork Footbed Sandal. The slip-in sandal features a buckle closure and available in over 22 colors.
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CUSHIONAIRE Women’s, Luna Low Heel Slide Sandal
$29.99
$49.99
40% off
The Luna Low Heel Slide by Cushionaire, gets its style inspiration from the Birkenstock Mayari sandal. The Luna is available in 20 different colors including brown, black, stone, taupe, gold, pink vegan suede and tan vegan suede
For more summer footwear, see our roundups on the best platform sandals, best slides and best shoes for travel.
Bratz is celebrating Pride Month by paying tribute to one of the most pivotal moments in LGBTQ history: Hilary Duff‘s iconic anti-bullying PSA from 2008, in which she concisely taught countless young viewers why it’s wrong to use the word “gay” as an insult. In a clip posted to the doll company’s TikTok earlier this […]
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Donald Trump’s decision to again tout his mugshot as a reason Black voters will pick him was met with laughter and scorn, especially on social media.Days before his first debate with President Joe Biden, former president and Republican Party nominee Donald Trump held court at a Black Americans For Trump panel discussion convened by Representative Byron Donalds of Florida at Rocky’s, a Black-owned barbershop in Atlanta, Georgia.
Trump, however, was not physically present for the discussion, opting instead to join by telephone. That poor decision was compounded by another as the convicted felon referenced his mugshot taken in Fulton County after being indicted for election interference related to the 2020 presidential race, which he lost. It began in an answer to a question from Marc KD Boyd of the Helping Empower Youth group referencing the infamous photo: “So my question is, what can you do about those Alvin Braggs on your side that have been doing such railroading from the time?”
“Since this has happened — the mugshot — the mugshot is the best ev- it just beat Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra by a lot by the way, beat ’em by a lot,” Trump touted over the phone as Donalds (who hopes to be Trump’s vice presidential pick) sat with Representative Wesley Hunt of Texas. “But that’s the number one mugshot of all time. It’s really an amazing thing. Since it happened, the support among the Black community and the Hispanic community has skyrocketed. It’s been amazing. Really it’s been amazing. It’s been actually very nice to see.” Trump and his campaign team have persisted with the belief that his mug shot has only increased his support among the Black and Latino community since it was taken, adding it to other attempts at outreach including the manufacturing and sale of $400 “Trump sneakers”.
The response to Trump’s words was swift and damning. Cedric Richmond, the former Congressman from Louisiana who’s a senior member of President Biden’s campaign team didn’t mince words during an interview with CNN’s Kasie Hunt. “I think it’s absolute foolishness!”, he said. “But it’s typical Donald Trump. African-American, especially African-American men, do not gravitate to you because you are a convicted felon.” Responses on X, formerly Twitter, were just as sharp. “I wonder how the Black and Hispanic community feels about his promise to give police officers immunity?,” wrote X user CeliaStar99.
Check out some of the reactions to Trump’s latest claims below.
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If you are in search for a spacious summer tote to carry all your beach and shower essentials, you might want to get your hands on this Loritta Mesh Tote Bag.
Originally priced at $25.99, you can snag it for just $13. Whether you’re going to the beach, lying by the pool, or simply enjoying a sunny day outdoors, this bag can carry multiple towels, sunscreen, your favorite book, a clothing change, and sandals.
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You won’t need to bring another bag with you to your vacation trip, so get ready to make traveling easy again, and gather all your necessities in one go. This tote features an extra-large main compartment, eight oversized pockets, and seven additional outer pockets, and an inner zippered pocket to ensure all your items are safely stored and organized.
If that’s not enough, you’ll also be able to spot the items you need to pull out with its see-through and breathable polyester mesh material.
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Loritta Large Beach Mesh Tote Bag With Multiple Pockets
$13.89
$25.99
47% off
This tote is unisex, making it suitable for anyone looking for a stylish and practical bag. One Walmart customer said, “This big holiday and travel essential black beach bag is the perfect size for a day spent in the water. It’s big enough to hold all your essentials, but not so big that it’s a hassle to carry around. I love how easy it is to pack and how the mesh material prevents sand from getting trapped inside.”
Another Walmart customer said, “I like the lightness of this. It’s easy to carry, even when it’s already full, and it doesn’t add extra weight to my already heavy beach bag. In addition, the mesh material allows air circulation, making it ideal for hot summer days.”
For more product recommendations, check out this Madewell Leather Tote, this CalPak Stevyn Lightweight Duffel Bag, and this Steve Madden crossbody bag for a hands-free experience.
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Bill Cobbs, the prolific veteran film and television actor has passed away, with Wesley Snipes and others paying tribute.
On Wednesday (June 26), the renowned character actor Bill Cobbs passed away at his home in Inland Empire, California. He was 90 years old. His passing was announced in a post on Facebook by his brother Thomas G. Cobbs. “We are saddened to share the passing of Bill Cobbs,” he wrote. “Bill recently and happily celebrated his 90th birthday surrounded by cherished loved ones. As a family we are comforted knowing Bill has found peace and eternal rest with his Heavenly Father. We ask for your prayers and encouragement during this time.” It was confirmed by Cobbs’ publicist, Chuck I. Jones who said: “Bill was a phenomenal human being in addition to being a spectacular actor. He was very kind, giving and attentive to others.”
Bill Cobbs appeared in more than 200 films and television shows after beginning as a prominent theater actor working with the African American Performing Arts Center and Karamu House Theatre in his hometown of Cleveland, Ohio before moving to New York City and starring with the Negro Ensemble Company in the 1970s. A small role in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three in 1974 kicked off his career on the screen, with his most prominent roles being the manager for Whitney Houston’s character in The Bodyguard, in addition to Officer Zachary Lamb in the Sylvester Stallion-fronted Demolition Man as well as other memorable roles in New Jack City and Night at The Museum. Cobbs’ television appearances ran the gamut of the medium, including Good Times, Sesame Street, ER, and NYPD Blue among others.
“I enjoy what I do, I really enjoy it,” he said in an interview in 2012. “It’s exciting to have a project and work on it and see it come to fruition, so I can find joy doing this so much.” Tributes to Cobbs poured in online after the news of his passing from other actors. Wesley Snipes, who worked with Cobbs in New Jack City, honored him in a post on X, formerly Twitter after the news broke by sharing the iconic scene where Cobbs’ character shoots Nino Brown after his trial. “Rest in Power, King,” Snipes wrote, adding a crown and praying hands emoji.
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Two premiere light heavyweight fighters face off against each other as the main event during UFC 303. Brazilian Alex Pereira (10-2-0) defends his UFC Light Heavyweight Championship against the Czech Jiří Procházka (30-4-1) in a title fight re-match on Saturday, June 29.
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UFC 303: Pereira vs. Prochazka 2 happens at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, with a start time of 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT. The main card is expected to begin at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.
Want to watch UFC 303 online? This event is streaming on ESPN+ with pay-per-view access, which goes for $79.99 for subscribers only.
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If you’re not a subscriber, you can get PPV access and an ESPN+ monthly subscription — which is $10.99 per month — for $90.98 in total, or pick up an ESPN+ annual subscription for $134.98. The annual subscription bundle is the best deal because it saves you nearly 30% overall instead of going month-to-month.
Check out the full UFC 303 fight card below, and PPV livestream here.
Main Card, 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT
Alex Pereira (c) vs. Jiří Procházka (Light Heavyweight) — Main Event
Brian Ortega vs. Diego Lopes (Featherweight)
Anthony Smith vs. Roman Dolidze (Light Heavyweight)
Mayra Bueno Silva vs. Macy Chiasson (Women’s Bantamweight)
Ian Machado Garry vs. Michael Page (Welterweight)
Prelims Card, 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT
Joe Pyfer vs. Marc-Andre Barriault (Middleweight)
Cub Swanson vs. Andre Fili (Featherweight)
Charles Jourdain vs. Jean Silva (Featherweight)
Payton Talbott vs. Yanis Ghemmouri (Bantamweight)
Early Prelims Card, 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT
Michelle Waterson-Gomez vs. Gillian Robertson (Women’s Strawweight)
Andrei Arlovski vs. Martin Buday (Heavyweight)
Rei Tsuruya vs. Carlos Hernandez (Flyweight)
Ricky Simon vs. Vinicius Oliveira (Bantamweight)
Subscribers to ESPN+ can livestream the early prelim and prelim portions of UFC 303 for free. In fact, both cards air on the cable network ESPN, so it’s available to stream on DirecTV Stream and Fubo. Both streaming services offer free trials — for five days and seven days, respectively — for new subscribers.
Moreover, Sling TV and Hulu + Live TV — which offers a three-day free trial — come with ESPN as well.
You can also get the Disney Trio — which comes with ESPN+, Hulu and Disney+ — starting as low as $14.99 per month.
Want to attend UFC 303 in person? There are last-minute tickets available via Vivid Seats, SeatGeek and StubHub. Prices vary depending on seats available at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
UFC 303: Pereira vs. Prochazka 2 is streamable on ESPN+ on Saturday, June 29, starting at 6 p.m. ET/3 p.m. PT, with the main card beginning at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.
Want more? For more product recommendations, check out our roundups of the best Xbox deals, studio headphones and Nintendo Switch accessories.
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Donald Trump’s attempt to court black and brown voters by dropping limited edition gold sneakers might’ve failed miserably as mostly white MAGA cult members purchased the $400 bricks. It seems like one of his most loyal followers in Congress couldn’t get herself a pair and was relegated to copping a pair of bootlegs.
According to Raw Story, controversial congresswoman Lauren Boebert recently celebrated her surprise Republican primary win in Denver, Colorado by wearing a pair of the MAGA grails, but interestingly enough she admitted they weren’t an authentic pair. Apparently Donald Trump had no problem endorsing her for the 4th Congressional District in eastern Colorado, but stopped short of blessing her with an official pair of “Air Con’s.”
Still, her devotion to her orange overlord is so deep she felt the need to rock a pair by any means necessary on her “big” night and settled for a pair of fugazi “Insurrection 6’s.” Now as disturbing as that is, it pales in comparison to the fact that this transphobic/Beetlejuice “enthusiast” continues to convince swaths of people to keep her employed as a congresswoman of the United States of America. But that’s neither here nor there.
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“These are very China, but I’m okay with that,” Boebert said, laughing. “If I could’ve bought the OGs, I would have.”
The originals have already sold out, according to GetTrumpSneakers.com, and remain on pre-order status with an estimated shipping date of sometime next month.
Trump announced the launch of 1,000 custom limited edition “Never Surrender High Tops,” which are reflective gold and feature American flag uppers, with metallic stars on the back and a “T” embossed in the leather, at Sneaker Con in Philadelphia in February.
Not for nothing but we feel like fake Trump sneakers are actually more in-tune with who the man actually is. MAGA hats made in China and fake Trump sneakers should be the everyday attire of his hardcore cult followers. Just sayin.’
What do y’all think of Lauren Boebert’s admission to rocking fake Trump kicks? Did she play herself or was she right on brand? Let us know in the comments section below.
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Over the past few days comic book aficionados were geeked when new set pictures of James Gunn’s upcoming Superman: Legacy film hit the internet and now they have something else to celebrate as DC’s Green Lantern will also be coming in live-action form courtesy of HBO.
According to Variety, HBO has picked up Lanterns on an 8-episode deal and have tapped True Detective: Night Country‘s Chris Mundy to serve as the series show runner and executive producer. Not a bad pick. Also involved in the upcoming series will be seasoned producers Damon Lindelof (Watchmen) and Tom King (Supergirl) who’ll help Mundy produce and co-write the series.
As to who’ll be picked to star as the iconic Hal Jordan in Gunn’s new DCU, that’s anyone’s guess, but it cannot be any worse than Ryan Reynold’s iteration of the character in his 2011 bomb of a movie, Green Lantern.
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The series will follow Hal Jordan and John Stewart, two members of the Green Lantern Corps, an intergalactic team charged with defending a specific realm of the cosmos from evil through the use of rings that bestow an array of superhuman powers. Per the logline, new recruit Stewart and Lantern legend Jordan are “two intergalactic cops drawn into a dark, earth-based mystery as they investigate a murder in the American heartland.”
Jordan, a test pilot in the comic books, was first portrayed by Ryan Reynolds in the 2011 “Green Lantern” movie; Stewart, a military veteran, is among DC’s first Black superheroes. Nathan Fillion will play a different Green Lantern member, Guy Gardner, in Gunn’s feature “Superman,” which will premiere in July 2025.
“We are elated to be reuniting with both Chris Mundy and Damon Lindelof as they partner with Tom for this fresh take on DC’s ‘Green Lantern,’” said Casey Bloys, chairman/CEO of HBO and Max Content. “As part of James and Peter’s vision for the DC Universe, this first new live action series will mark an exciting new era.”
With the way the MCU’s been struggling as of late, James Gunn’s new DC cinematic universe has an opportunity to become the new standard barer of how comic book movies and series are constructed. Will he do it? We won’t know for a while but it does seem promising. Though that’s mostly Marvel’s fault at this point.