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A Sequel to the Groundbreaking 1993 Film ‘The Joy Luck Club’ Has Officially Been Announced
A sequel to the groundbreaking 1993 film ‘The Joy Luck Club’ has officially been announced.
Novelist Amy Tan and Oscar-winning “Rain Man” screenwriter Ron Bass have both signed onto the sequel, titled ‘Joy Luck Club 2’, with Ashok and Priya Amritraj producing. The cast of the original film is in talks to reprise their roles in the sequel, as mothers and grandmothers of their families.
“Now more than ever it is important to share authentic stories about the Asian American experience, and we believe this film will speak to wide audiences with its narrative rooted in humanity and connection,” said Ashok Amritraj.
Nescafé Harajuku in Tokyo, Japan is planning to offer unique sleeping pods that will allow you to nap while standing up.
The sleeping pods, named Giraffenap, will feature pads and platforms that support your head, butt, shins, and the soles of your feet while you sleep.
Images of the pods can be seen below.
Ghibli Park announced the opening dates for Mononoke Village and the Valley of Witches.
Mononoke Village, which is a recreation of the landscape from the 1997 film ‘Princess Mononoke’ is scheduled to open on the park’s anniversary, November 1st. Meanwhile, the Valley of Witches is scheduled to open on March 16th, 2024.
Concept images of the locations can be seen below.
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Pokémon Sleep, the App Which Lets You Sleep Alongside Your Favorite Pokémon, is Now Available in the US
Pokémon Sleep, the app which lets you sleep alongside your favorite Pokémon, is now available in the United States.
The app, which functions as a sleep tracker, rewards you with scores tied to your sleep quality and consistency. The higher your sleep score, the higher Snorlax’s “drowsy power” becomes in the game, attracting a variety of other Pokémon.
A trailer for the app can be seen below.
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