Sneaking in just before the fleet of red Coca-Cola trucks comes barreling into town, it’s the arrival of Netflix’s made-for-pittance festive lineup, a holiday tradition that’s similarly bad for your teeth. In 2023, it was kicked off by the deceptively titled Best. Christmas. Ever!, a rotten nadir not just for the genre but for film … Read more
Abbie (Lucy DeVito) and Jacob (Wilmer Valderrama), well-meaning parents, are considering separating. After consulting their therapist, they decide to have grandad Lawrence (Danny DeVito) break the news to their 10-year-old daughter at his beautiful Dolomites resort. However, it becomes apparent to Lawrence that the daughter is already aware of the situation. He asks her if … Read more
Despite his success as a session musician, Hopkins struggled with his health throughout his life. His battle with Crohn’s disease and its complications took a toll on him physically and emotionally. However, his musical talent and passion never wavered. Hopkins continued to work with a wide range of artists, leaving an indelible mark on the … Read more
Demi Moore believes that the United States is founded on Puritans, religious extremists, and criminals, and she sees parallels between this history and the current political climate in the country. Moore made these comments at the French premiere of the film The Substance, a body-horror satire, at the Cinémathèque Française in Paris. She spoke about … Read more
The modernists grappled with the contradictions of the society they belonged to. Europe, in their eyes, was a blend of the new and the old, the traditional and the progressive. Their art, too, reflected this duality – innovative and fresh, yet consumed by themes of decay and decline. In the English-speaking world, modernist literature eventually … Read more
“Women are always burning inside,” says Antonella Sudasassi Furniss, over video call from Costa Rica. So they were in her 2019 debut as a writer and director, The Awakening of the Ants, in which a mother maddened by patriarchal oppression lays waste to a birthday cake at a children’s party. ‘These things have to be … Read more
Is there a book that brings you comfort when you read it? We’re interested in hearing your suggestions. Share your favorite comfort read below, and we’ll feature a selection of them in the Guardian’s Bookmarks newsletter. Share your experience You can share your comforting reading recommendations using this form. Your responses are secure and encrypted, … Read more
” But the effects are not just on the creative side. The impact of AI on the entertainment industry extends to the business side as well. “Blowing up cars is really expensive. Wouldn’t it be great to have a system that does it better and faster?” the VFX executive asks. And indeed, AI is making … Read more
Jon Stewart, host of The Daily Show, cautioned viewers against placing too much trust in pundits’ certainty about Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 presidential election. The Daily Show As the election results slowly came in on Tuesday night, indicating Trump’s win and impending return to the White House, Stewart urged his audience to take … Read more
Similar to how we update our wardrobes with the changing seasons, our hair care routines also need a seasonal refresh! Winter brings cozy layers and stylish accessories like hats, scarves, and headbands. However, it also brings cold, dry air that can lead to issues like dryness, static, and dandruff. Adjusting your hair care routine to … Read more