‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ Review: The Blood Is Thicker
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come picks up the blood‑soaked saga of Grace, the survivor of the Le Domas clan’s deadly wedding game. The sequel widens the scope, revealing a worldwide cabal of Satan‑worshipping aristocratic families who convene at the Danforth manor to hunt her under the strict oversight of The Lawyer, played by Elijah Wood. Grace is forced to confront not only the assorted, culturally specific weapons of the rival families but also her estranged sister Faith, who is thrust into the lethal contest. The film mixes over‑the‑top gore, dark humor, and sharp class commentary, positioning itself as the latest entry in the “eat‑the‑rich” horror‑comedy wave.
‘Ulster American’ Review: Matthew Broderick as a Star Blinded by Privilege
“Ulster American,” a new dark comedy by David Ireland at the Irish Repertory Theater, stars Matthew Broderick as Jay, a Hollywood star whose privilege fuels the play’s provocative dialogue. The narrative follows rehearsals in London, where Jay’s self‑claimed detachment from...
Where to Stream the Films of Paul Thomas Anderson
Paul Thomas Anderson, 55, captured three Oscars—including Best Picture—at the 2026 Academy Awards, cementing his status as a leading auteur. The article maps his three‑decade filmography, highlighting titles such as “Boogie Nights,” “There Will Be Blood,” and “Phantom Thread.” It...
‘The Singers’ and ‘Two People Exchanging Saliva’ Tie for Oscar
At the 2026 Academy Awards, the Best Live‑Action Short Film category resulted in an unprecedented tie. Both “The Singers” and “Two People Exchanging Saliva” were honored, marking a rare dual win in Oscar history. Host Kumail Nanjiani confirmed the tie...
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The 98th Academy Awards open with a tight Best Picture showdown between Paul Thomas Anderson’s politically charged "One Battle After Another" and Ryan Coogler’s financially successful "Sinners," which leads the field with a record‑tying 16 nominations. A historic new category...
Tiffany & Co Taps Natalie Portman, Mona Fastvold for New Campaign
Tiffany & Co unveiled a three‑minute fashion video starring Natalie Portman, directed by Norwegian filmmaker Mona Fastvold and her partner Brady Corbet. The ad premiered during the Academy Awards broadcast, positioning the luxury jeweler alongside a high‑profile cultural moment. Fastvold, known...
Prediction Markets? An 83% Chance That Oscars Pundits Hate Them.
Prediction markets have become a major force in Oscar betting, with more than $120 million wagered this season. Platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket are publishing odds, such as Kalshi’s 86 percent chance for the best original song and Polymarket’s 47 percent lead for...
From ‘It Ends With Us’ to ‘Reminders of Him,’ How Colleen Hoover Captured Hollywood
Colleen Hoover, whose novels have sold more than 35 million copies, is rapidly becoming a Hollywood staple. Recent adaptations include the films It Ends With Us, Regretting You, and Reminders of Him, with Verity slated for a fall release and the...
Five Science Fiction Movies to Stream Now
The latest sci‑fi offerings on streaming highlight two distinct approaches. Hulu’s *Predator: Badlands* places the iconic Yautja hunter in the driver’s seat, delivering an alien‑first narrative that blends pulp adventure with modern visual flair. Meanwhile, *Re/Member: The Last Night* returns...
‘Bushido’ Review: A Samurai’s Dangerous Moves
‘Bushido’ is a slow‑burning Japanese drama directed by Kazuya Shiraishi that follows destitute ronin Kakunoshin and his daughter Okinu as they scrape by in a bustling 19th‑century town. The narrative pivots around intense Go matches with a wealthy merchant, Genbei,...
‘Space Cowboy’ Review: A Sky-Diving Cinematographer’s Highs and Lows
‘Space Cowboy’ is a documentary that follows sky‑diving cinematographer Joe Jennings, whose groundbreaking aerial footage has defined extreme‑sport media and blockbuster stunts. The film chronicles his rise from a teenage outsider to filming X Games, ‘Charlie’s Angels,’ and ‘xXx,’ while exposing...
‘Group: The Schopenhauer Effect’ Review: The Art of Being Patient
“Group: The Schopenhauer Effect” is a minimalist film that confines its action to a single room, depicting three consecutive group‑therapy sessions in near‑real time. The narrative is crafted as a simulation, convincing viewers that they are watching authentic participants sharing...
‘Fukushima: A Nuclear Nightmare’ Review: An Emotional Choice
HBO’s new documentary “Fukushima: A Nuclear Nightmare,” directed by James Jones, revisits the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi disaster through archival footage and first‑hand testimonies. The film underscores the frantic efforts of plant workers to avert a larger catastrophe and the lingering...
A Film That Makes a Strong Argument for the Value of Debate
"Immutable," a new PBS documentary directed by Gabriel London and Charlie Sadoff, follows the Washington Urban Debate League as it brings policy debate to low‑income schools across the district. The film shows how 70% of the league’s partner schools are...
Watch a Haunting Theatrical Scene From ‘Hamnet’
Chloé Zhao’s film “Hamnet,” starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, has been nominated for eight Academy Awards, including Best Picture. In a newly released “Anatomy of a Scene” video, Zhao narrates a pivotal moment where Agnes (Buckley) watches her husband...
Did You Know These Oscar-Nominated Actresses Started in Reality TV?
Hollywood’s newest Oscar nominees—Jessie Buckley, Teyana Taylor and Emma Stone—all began their careers on reality‑TV competitions. The article traces Buckley’s 2008 debut on the talent show I’ll Do Anything and notes similar origins for Taylor and Stone, echoing earlier Oscar...