Occasionally a critic will write something that gets readers seriously riled. God knows I’ve done it. If I had to list my three greatest hits of outrage, they would probably be my pans of “Pretty Woman,” “O Brother, Where Art Thou?” and “Let the Right One In.” It’s no accident that the last of those
After IATSE Strike is Averted, Hollywood Workers are Split Over Agreement: ‘It’s Not Enough’
Heather Fink has spent her working life on film and TV sets. But years of frustration with the long hours and stagnant pay had made her reach her tipping point. She, like many of the grips, gaffers, editors, designers and other crew members who making a living producing movies and shows, was ready t
Darren Aronofsky on ‘Mother!’ at El Gouna: ‘I Get the Best Hate Mail Ever’
It’s been four years since filmmaker Darren Aronofsky unleashed “Mother!” on the world, polarizing critics and audiences, and he’s still fielding questions about it.
Aronofsky delivered a masterclass at Egypt’s El Gouna Film Festival on Sunday, an event which was delayed by a few hours because the
Rome’s MIA Market Wraps Watershed Edition as ‘Fireworks’ and ‘Gold War’ Tie for Drama Project Prize
Rome’s MIA Market for TV series, feature films, documentaries and factual content wrapped a watershed 7th edition on Sunday, having boosted its standing on the global calendar as a prominent emerging industry hub in Europe.
In a significant indicator of the Eternal City’s Oct. 13-17 event’s restart
International Box Office: ‘Venom 2’ Rips Into $62.3 Million, ‘No Time to Die’ Nears $450 Million Globally
Sony’s “Venom: Let There Be Carnage” loomed large at the international box office this weekend, sinking its prodigious chompers into $62.3 million. That pushes the superhero adventure’s global haul to a muscular $283.7 million. “Venom: Let There Be Carnage” expanded to 44 international markets over
IATSE Deal Could Be Rejected by Members: ‘Our Leadership Let Us Down’
Many members of IATSE say they will vote against ratifying a new contract with the major studios because it does not do enough to address working conditions on set.
The deal, announced Saturday afternoon, averts a strike that would have shut down film and TV production nationwide starting on Monday
‘Y: The Last Man’ Canceled by FX
“Y: The Last Man” has been canceled by FX, weeks before its first season debuts its final episode on FX on Hulu.
The news was shared by “Y: The Last Man” showrunner Eliza Clark through her Twitter on Sunday. In her post, Clark thanks FX and the show’s creative team for their partnership on the proj
Why ‘The Last Duel’ Star Jodie Comer Says the Movie Is ‘Empowering’ for Women Today
Jodie Comer was immediately intrigued by “The Last Duel” when she was asked to meet with director Ridley Scott about starring in the period film.
In the drama, based on true events and adapted from Eric Jager’s 2004 book “The Last Duel: A True Story of Trial by Combat in Medieval France,” Comer sta
Variety Film Awards Editor Clayton Davis Honored With Excellence in Entertainment Journalism Award by NALIP
Variety film awards editor Clayton Davis has been awarded the excellence in entertainment journalism award by the National Association of Latino Independent Producers. NALIP made the announcement on Thursday.
“Latinx voices are essential in the entertainment industry, which is why we want to emphas
Judge Dismisses Jussie Smollett’s Request To Drop 2019 Case Of Allegedly Lying To Police
Despite efforts to get his 2019 case dismissed, Jussie Smollett is headed to trial for allegedly lying to police about a crime. According to NBC News, a judge in Cook County dismissed his motion to get the criminal case tossed out. The ruling took place on Friday, which means Jussie will have to fig
Pretty Ricky’s Baby Blue Shares Shirtless Selfie: ‘Y’all Leave Lizzo Alone And Pick On Me!’
Pretty Ricky’s Baby Blue has been piping up lately on social media but on Friday he used his platform to take an anti-bullying stance against people hating on Lizzo.
Lizzo made waves this week after rocking a near-naked crystal gown to Cardi B’s birthday party. Her fashion statement garnered both c
Torrei Hart Defends Her Decision To Keep Her Ex-Husband Kevin Hart’s Last Name
Torrei Hart Defends Her Decision To Keep Her Ex-Husband Kevin Hart’s Last Name
Once a Hart, always a Hart–or at least that’s how Torrei Hart feels about it.
The actress explained why she refuses to drop the last name of her famous ex-husband, Kevin Hart.
“Cause it’s mine, first of all,” Torrei to
Community rallies together after van lifer’s cause of death revealed
GABBY Petito has been remembered at the first fundraising event for the foundation that was started in her memory.
The Blue Point Fire Department and 89 North in Patchogue, New York, launched the event as Gabby’s fiancé remains on the run.
The Gabby Petito Foundation, formed in September, is geare
I saw my daughter crushed to death after runaway Range Rover crashed into my kids
A DOTING father has spoken out about his heartbreak four years after his one-year-old daughter was crushed to death by a runaway Range Rover.
In 2017, Paul Black was out walking with his daughter Pearl and brother Ace when the car careered toward them and crashed into a wall tragically killing her.
Salt Bae hailed a ‘genius’ for keeping London Nusr-et restaurant fully booked despite HUGE prices including £850 steak
SALT Bae has been hailed a “genius” for keeping his London restaurant fully booked despite HUGE prices including £850 steak.
Turkish-born internet icon Nusret Gökçe has hit the headlines for the extravagant prices at his upmarket Knightsbridge eatery – which include a £100 burger and an £11 Red Bul
Antiques Roadshow guest stunned by HUGE value of jewellery with royal connection
AN ANTIQUES Roadshow guest was left stunned after the expert revealed the jaw-dropping value of some precious jewellery with a royal connection.
Expert Geoffrey Munn was joined by two ladies who brought along brooches had been handed down through their family.
3 Expert Geoffrey Munn was joined by
Prison alert as far-right terrorist lag makes ‘Uzi’ from paper and glue
A FAR-right terrorist was caught with a machine gun in his jail cell bed — made out of papier-mâché.
Prison chiefs fear John Nimmo, 33, was planning a daring escape attempt.
1 Far-right terrorist John Nimmo was caught with a machine gun in his jail cell bed — made out of papier-mâché
The thug, se
Police appeal to find suspect after man left in critical condition with head injury after 1am street attack
MET police have launched a manhunt after a man was left in critical condition after a “street confrontation”.
Officers were called to High Street in Beckenham in the early hours of Sunday morning following reports of an assault.
3 Police have launched an appeal for this man who they believed was i
4th stimulus check update – How you can get up to $3,000 if you live in one of these 10 states
TEN states have established supplemental stimulus checks for families, frontline workers, teachers, and those hit hardest by the pandemic.
California, Colorado, Maryland, New Mexico, New York, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Tennessee, and Texas have all established extra stimulus programs to aid resid
Brit chef spent 19 months in Dubai jail on drugs rap after cops misinterpreted text booking a table
A BRITISH chef spent 19 months in a Dubai jail on a drugs rap after cops misinterpreted a text booking a table.
Restauranteur Luke Tully, 43, was sent a message by a dealer he knew requesting a table for ten people.
2 British chef Luke Tully spent 19 months in a Dubai jail on a drugs rap after cop
Engineer killed as car ploughs off road into two workmen leaving 2,000 without power as cops declare ‘major incident’
AN electrical engineer has been killed in Rochdale after a car ploughed off a road and into two workmen.
Police declared a major incident after 2,000 homes were left without power following today’s traffic collision.
3 One man died when a car ploughed into two electrical engineers Credit: MEN Medi