Review: Mark Rylance is well-suited to the gangland tension of 'The Outfit'
In an entertainment industry that rewards big, showy performances, it’s nice to remember that actors like Mark Rylance still exist. The unassuming, soft-spoken performer is often most compelling when he weaponizes that apparent gentility, making it a tool his characters use to mask their motives and capabilities. And it’s that kind of subterfuge that debut director Graham Moore leverages to chilling effect in his claustrophobic Chicago thriller “The Outfit.” Here's film critic Clint Worthington's review.
In an entertainment industry that rewards big, showy performances, it’s nice to remember that actors like Mark Rylance still exist. The unassuming, soft-spoken performer is often most compelling when he weaponizes that apparent gentility, making it a tool his characters use to mask their motives and capabilities. And it’s that kind of subterfuge that debut director Graham Moore leverages to chilling effect in his claustrophobic Chicago thriller “The Outfit.” Here's film critic Clint Worthington's review.
‘X’ movie review: The Texas Horndog Massacre
Director Ti West returns to the big screen after a six-year absence backed by powerhouse distributor A24, whose films, for better or worse, have come to epitomize the “elevated horror” trend. And in some ways, “X” fits that mold. At its heart, however, “X’ is a down-and-dirty slasher picture, not a drama in horror drag. Here's film critic Katie Rife's review.
Director Ti West returns to the big screen after a six-year absence backed by powerhouse distributor A24, whose films, for better or worse, have come to epitomize the “elevated horror” trend. And in some ways, “X” fits that mold. At its heart, however, “X’ is a down-and-dirty slasher picture, not a drama in horror drag. Here's film critic Katie Rife's review.
Amazon closes $8.45B MGM studio acquisition
Amazon has closed its $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM Studios as it looks to boost its streaming service in competition with Netflix and Disney.
Amazon has closed its $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM Studios as it looks to boost its streaming service in competition with Netflix and Disney.
Pete Davidson no longer going to space on Blue Origin flight, company says
Pete Davidson is no longer going to the edge of space on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket after the launch was delayed, the company said.
Pete Davidson is no longer going to the edge of space on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket after the launch was delayed, the company said.
TV recap: Welcome to ‘Welcome to Flatch’
The setting: Flatch, Ohio. Population 1,526. The premise: FOX has sent a documentary crew to explore what life is like in a small town and why so many Americans are longing for a simpler life there. The result: Oddball hilarity with a heaping side of heart.
The setting: Flatch, Ohio. Population 1,526. The premise: FOX has sent a documentary crew to explore what life is like in a small town and why so many Americans are longing for a simpler life there. The result: Oddball hilarity with a heaping side of heart.
Arnold Schwarzenegger tells truth about war in Ukraine in message to Russian people
Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shares a message with the Russian people on the dangers of propaganda in a time of war.
Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shares a message with the Russian people on the dangers of propaganda in a time of war.
'Ms. Marvel' trailer drops; Muslim teen superhero is from Jersey City
The full trailer for the Disney+ show Ms. Marvel dropped this week, showing Iman Vellani in the lead role as Kamala Khan, a Pakistani American teenager from Jersey City who idolizes the Avenger Captain Marvel.
The full trailer for the Disney+ show Ms. Marvel dropped this week, showing Iman Vellani in the lead role as Kamala Khan, a Pakistani American teenager from Jersey City who idolizes the Avenger Captain Marvel.
SXSW 2022: Dolly Parton, James Patterson at Blockchain Creative Labs event
Dolly Parton and best-selling author James Patterson will be at an event at Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater sponsored by FOX Entertainment’s NFT studio, BCL.
Dolly Parton and best-selling author James Patterson will be at an event at Austin City Limits Live at The Moody Theater sponsored by FOX Entertainment’s NFT studio, BCL.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame responds to Dolly Parton’s withdrawal from nomination
Dolly Parton was among 17 contenders for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced last month, including Beck, Pat Benatar, Eminem and Dionne Warwick.
Dolly Parton was among 17 contenders for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced last month, including Beck, Pat Benatar, Eminem and Dionne Warwick.
Kanye West suspended from Instagram for 24 hours
Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.
Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.
‘The Masked Singer’: Season 7 contestant revealed, rammed out of the competition
On Wednesday evening’s new episode, another contestant was forced to “take it off” and be revealed — and this time it was the Ram that would be herded out of the competition.
On Wednesday evening’s new episode, another contestant was forced to “take it off” and be revealed — and this time it was the Ram that would be herded out of the competition.
Schitt’s Creek-themed cruise to set sail from Florida
"Moira’s Party Boat: Ew, Cruising!" is set to sail from Miami on March 30, stopping in Key West, Florida, and then on to Nassau, Bahamas. The cruise will return to Miami on April 3.
"Moira’s Party Boat: Ew, Cruising!" is set to sail from Miami on March 30, stopping in Key West, Florida, and then on to Nassau, Bahamas. The cruise will return to Miami on April 3.
Chris Cuomo seeks $125M from CNN over 'unlawful' firing
His filing seeking arbitration on Wednesday exposed more ugliness at the network.
His filing seeking arbitration on Wednesday exposed more ugliness at the network.
‘No one can be bothered to do it’: Rod Stewart posts video fixing pothole
The 77-year-old rock icon posted a video of himself fixing a pothole in his neighborhood — and the internet loved him for it.
The 77-year-old rock icon posted a video of himself fixing a pothole in his neighborhood — and the internet loved him for it.
Netflix brings back comedy series 'Servant of the People' starring Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
"Servant of the People," the popular series that launched Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s political career, is available again on Netflix.
"Servant of the People," the popular series that launched Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s political career, is available again on Netflix.
Beauty tycoon Marilyn Miglin, longtime host of Home Shopping Network, dead at 83
Beauty industry mogul Marilyn Miglin, who hosted for the Home Shopping Network for over 25 years, has died. She was 83.
Beauty industry mogul Marilyn Miglin, who hosted for the Home Shopping Network for over 25 years, has died. She was 83.
CD sales in US increase for 1st time in nearly 20 years
U.S. sales for physical CDs in 2021 increased for the first time since 2004, according to recent data published by the Recording Industry Association of America.
U.S. sales for physical CDs in 2021 increased for the first time since 2004, according to recent data published by the Recording Industry Association of America.
SXSW 2022: 'SoundCloud Next Wav' experiential event series
SoundCloud held an experiential event series for SXSW, bringing artists and fans together for community, career building, and discovering new music.
SoundCloud held an experiential event series for SXSW, bringing artists and fans together for community, career building, and discovering new music.
A24's horror comedy 'Bodies Bodies Bodies' starring Lee Pace, Maria Bakalova, premieres at SXSW
A24's second SXSW 2022 premiere was held Monday night for the horror comedy 'Bodies Bodies Bodies' starring Lee Pace, Maria Bakalova and Chase Sui Wonders.
A24's second SXSW 2022 premiere was held Monday night for the horror comedy 'Bodies Bodies Bodies' starring Lee Pace, Maria Bakalova and Chase Sui Wonders.
New Selena album coming out next month
A new album featuring 13 songs from the late Tejano signer Selena Quintanilla Perez is coming out next month, her father announced.
A new album featuring 13 songs from the late Tejano signer Selena Quintanilla Perez is coming out next month, her father announced.