Breaking Down the Mysteries and Revelations in the NewDark TowerTrailer

(The twin moons are a giveaway.) This is Algul Siento, a.k.a. Take note of the domed structure. Sony Pictures (That would be bad, FYI.) A Slow Mutant? This creature hasn’t been fully identified, but it looks like a Slow Mutant from King’s books. Sony Pictures There are also vampires, demons, and hypbrid creatures known as Taheen, who disguise themselves as people. These are a few of the monsters who would be unleashed on our world if the Tower fell....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 221 words · Mary Hammond

Breaking the other color line: Asian representation in Hollywood is at a crossroads

But that might be about to change. (Sony has a competing Mulan project in the works, too.) Diversity is good business, says Greg Silverman, Warner Bros. president of creative development and worldwide production. Credit: (CW) Kimberley French; Kurt Iswarienkio/ABC; Jordin Althaus/Hulu; Jonathan Olley /Lucasfilm Ltd.; K.C. Bailey/Netflix; Bob D’Amico/ABC If these films prove him right, could Asian erasure in Hollywood be, well, erased? I benefited from it, but the momentum of that fell by the wayside....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 190 words · Tina Lloyd

Brendan Fraser:The Affairmatters in the age of alternative facts

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: What a season to joinThe Affair, right? Your character is such an interesting part of its reinvention. Credit: Phil Caruso/SHOWTIME So, how are they going to contain that guy in a third season? They had to physically put him in a jail. The character of John Gunther was birthed to be [Noah’s] doppelganger. He is the darker shadow of who Noah is....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 279 words · Amy Knight

Brett Ratner says planned Johnny Depp movieThe Libertineis 'on hold'

The whole movie takes place in one location, and Ive never done that before. Its one of the best scripts Ive ever read. But now, 10 months later, Ratner says thatThe Libertinehas been pushed off his crowded plate. Credit: gotpap/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images; Michael Boardman/WireImage That was a movie I was going to direct next, Ratner said. I put it on hold. Johnny had some issues with his divorce and stuff. So we pushed it off....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 146 words · Felicia Campbell

Brett Ratner sexual misconduct claims spark intense reaction from Hollywood

Ratner, through his lawyer, denied the allegations in a 10-page letter sent to the publication. Furthermore, no woman has ever requested or received any financial settlement from my client. Since then, actors and other members of the industry have begun condemning theHerculesandTower Heistdirector on social media. YEP, Jessica Chastain tweeted in the wake of theTimesreport. Jamie Chung of FoxsThe Giftedhad a similarly brief response: Karma. Director Lexi Alexander (2008sPunisher: War Zone) called the situation like Harvey, another open secret....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 202 words · Katherine Gonzales

Brian Michael Bendis talks Riri Williams, Marvel's new Invincible Iron Man

BENDIS:Well, thats the best part. Its a big mixture. Shes living a different life, on a different course than Tony Stark. Credit: Marvel But her connection to [him] is going to be very, very strong. Is there any reason you decided to make her so young? I think theres something really magical about this age. You dont even know what you dont know yet. That actually becomes one of [Riri]s mantras because shes more self-aware than your average teenager....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 597 words · Lindsey Morris

Brianna and Roger actors tease their firstOutlanderkiss

Its finally happening, Bri and Roger fans. But howmuchwill actually happen? Thats a good thing because we can plot the characters. Credit: Matthias Clamer for EW We knew theyre quite the slow burners, in terms of what the audience sees. Were quite lucky in that respect. Shes a very strong character and outwardly strong too, but she doesnt let a lot on. Aimee Spinks/Starz Shes very good at hiding her emotions so its very nice this season to see a bit more....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 451 words · Joshua Wilson

Bridesmaidsdirector Paul Feig explains cutting Paul Rudd out of the movie

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Bridesmaidsscreenwriters Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo wrote Paul Rudd the very specific role of blind date-turned-crazy man. What did the comedic actor also known as Ant-Man receive in return for his day of hijinks? Suzy Hanover/Universal Pictures A big fat goose egg when the scene was deleted from the movie, much toBridesmaidsdirector Paul Feigs dismay. It was one of the funniest things Ive ever been a witness to....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Cassie Rivera

Bridget Jones's Baby reviews: Critics praise character's return to the big screen

Read on for more from Sullivan, along with takes from other critics. (Admittedly, the conversation about Gangnam Style does end in a genuinely funny place.) In another 12 years, who knows? Credit: Giles Keyte Theirs is a particular alchemy. Its funnier thanWhat to Expect When Youre Expecting, but not by a wide enough margin. Demetrios Matheou (IndieWire) So the immediate question is, canBabysurvive without Cleaver? And while she still feels lonely, neurosis has been replaced by a certain grace and stoicism....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 109 words · Angela Snyder

Bridget Jones's Baby: Renee Zellweger compares herself to character

Bridget Joness Babyis Renee Zellweger third time playing the titular character, making her debut in 2001sBridget Joness Diary. It stands to reason the actress and her character share personal attributes. Almost to an uncomfortable degree. Credit: Giles Keyte; Universal More than Id like to admit, she laughed, seated next to director Sharon Maguire. I think thats really her charm, isnt it? And especially the verbal incontinence and the awkward moments at the most inopportune times, Zellweger added....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Christy Moore

Bridget Jones's Baby: Renee Zellweger watched birth videos

Renee Zellweger hadnt steeped herself in Bridget Joness life in 12 years. So for the upcomingBridget Joness Baby, the actress went all out. She moved to London to reacquaint herself with how people speak and worked with a dialect coach. Getting ready to play an expectant mother required a different method. I visited the midwife, and she was explaining the different stages of pregnancy. We poached a little bit from a lot of different womens birthing experiences....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 145 words · Brooke Glover

Brie Larson addresses her reaction to Casey Affleck's Oscar win

The Best Actress Oscar winner addressed her reaction to Affleck’s win. Many interpreted the response as a silent demonstration in light of thesexual harassment allegationsagainst Affleck dating back to 2010. Speaking toVanity Fair, Larson addressed her response. Credit: Eddy Chen/ABC via Getty Images “I’ve said all that I need to say about that topic.” In 2010, two women who worked with Affleck on the filmI’m Still Herefiled sexual harassment lawsuitsagainst him....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 130 words · Tanya Taylor

Brie Larson turns up the waterworks in stirringThe Glass Castletrailer

Oscar-winning actress Brie Larson fronts an ensemble cast in the film, which is based on Walls 2005 autobiography. You were born to change the world. Youre not like me, he tells her. From L to R: Sadie Sink as “Young Lori,” Charlie Shotwell as “Young Brian,” Woody Harrelson as “Rex Walls,” Ella Anderson as “Young Jeannette,” Naomi Watts as “Rose Mary Walls” and Eden Grace Redfield as “Youngest Maureen” in THE GLASS CASTLE....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 110 words · Vincent Barron