‘ChaO’ Review: Human-Mermaid Love Story Is a Lush Wonder
Yasuhiro Aoki’s anime film “ChaO” follows Stefan, a human engineer demoted after inventing a mermen‑friendly propulsion system, who is thrust into a politically charged marriage with the mer‑king’s daughter, ChaO. The story explores uneasy coexistence between surface dwellers and fish folk, using a whimsical romance to examine environmental tensions and cultural integration. Visually, the movie dazzles with lush world‑building, inventive CGI, and a climactic mermaid‑mech battle that elevates its modest narrative. “ChaO” is currently playing in select U.S. theaters.
Emma Roberts Teases ‘American Horror Story’ Season 13 Return: ‘Surprise, Bitch’ | Video
American Horror Story announced that Emma Roberts will reprise her role as Madison Montgomery in Season 13, marking the witch’s return after multiple exits. The official AHS Instagram also revealed the return of Sarah Paulson’s Cordelia Goode and a first‑day look at...
‘Morning Joe’ Asks Where Republicans Have Been Amid Trump’s Iran War Threats: ‘Do You Even Exist?’ | Video
Morning Joe host Mika Brzezinski publicly rebuked Republican lawmakers for their silence after President Trump threatened on Truth Social that a "whole civilization" would die in Iran. The incendiary post, which called for the decimation of a civilization, was condemned...
How the Los Angeles Festival of Movies Became a ‘Unique and Personal’ Home for Indie Film
The Los Angeles Festival of Movies (LAFM) returns for its third edition, running April 9‑12, to showcase 11 feature films, shorts, and conversations aimed at indie‑film fans. Founded by Micah Gottlieb and Sarah Winshall, the fest fills the void left...
‘Ghosts’ Star Utkarsh Ambudkar Reveals the One Thing He Forgot to Do for His Directorial Debut
Utkarsh Ambudkar, known for playing Jay Arondekar on CBS's "Ghosts," made his directorial debut with Season 5, Episode 15, "Michael Jackson Goes to HR." He admitted he forgot to learn his own lines, forcing him to improvise on set. Inspired by co‑star...
Matthew Perry’s Stepmom Asks Court to Give ‘Heartless Woman’ Jasveen Sangha the Maximum Prison Sentence
Matthew Perry’s stepmother, Debbie Perry, filed a victim impact statement urging the court to impose the maximum prison term on Jasveen Sangha, the alleged “Ketamine Queen.” Sangha, who pleaded guilty in September 2025, is one of five defendants charged in...
‘The Testaments’ Bosses Break Down That Big ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Cameo: ‘How the Puzzle Fits Together’
Executive producers Bruce Miller and Warren Littlefield explain that Elisabeth Moss’s brief appearance as June Osborne in the premiere of “The Testaments” serves as the narrative bridge linking the new series to “The Handmaid’s Tale.” The spinoff, set four to...
‘High Potential’ Star Kaitlin Olson Breaks Down Season 2 Finale’s Deadly Cliffhanger
Kaitlin Olson discussed the Season 2 finale of Disney+’s thriller "High Potential," where Morgan discovers Nick Wagner gravely wounded after meeting an FBI informant, and learns Roman may be linked to a murder. Olson said Morgan blames herself for opening a...
‘Cats: The Jellicle Ball’ Broadway Review: Andrew Lloyd Webber Finally Discovers Drag
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s classic "Cats" has been reinvented as "Cats: The Jellicle Ball," a Harlem‑set ballroom spectacle that swaps feline costumes for drag‑heavy ensembles. Directed by Zhailon Levingston and Bill Rauch, the production leans on high‑energy choreography and extravagant outfits...
‘Faces of Death’ Review: A Bloodcurdling, Damning New Take on the Ultimate Cult Horror Curio
Daniel Goldhaber’s 2026 horror reboot "Faces of Death" reimagines the infamous cult snuff‑film myth by having a serial killer stage real‑life murder recreations that go viral on a TikTok‑like platform. Barbie Ferreira stars as Margot, a content‑moderation employee who uncovers...
‘Rooster’ Star Lauren Tsai Unpacks That Episode 5 Confrontation and Sunny Finally Seeing the Truth in Archie
Episode 5 of HBO’s comedy Rooster intensifies the love triangle between Katie, Archie and Sunny. Sunny confronts Katie, apologizes for the affair, and publicly takes agency, while Archie watches and retreats. Lauren Tsai explains that Sunny’s confession forces her to face the truth...
How ‘DTF St. Louis’ Stars Richard Jenkins and Joy Sunday Brought Their Oddball Detective Duo to Life
Episode 6 of HBO’s “DTF St. Louis,” titled “The Denny’s Plan,” spotlights the unlikely detective pair Donoghue Homer (Richard Jenkins) and Special Crimes Officer Jodie Plumb (Joy Sunday). Their contrasting styles—Homer’s classic noir grit and Jodie’s progressive, porn‑positive outlook—drive the investigation into Floyd’s mysterious death. Both...
The Optimism of ‘Project Hail Mary’ Is the Antidote to Hollywood’s Doom Loop
Hollywood is grappling with declining production, job cuts and AI uncertainty, fueling doom‑laden narratives. Against this backdrop, Amazon’s "Project Hail Mary" opened with $80 million and has amassed $420.8 million worldwide, giving Q1 2026 the strongest box‑office start since the pandemic. The film’s...
Lawrence O’Donnell Mocks Trump for Admitting ‘Smart People’ Don’t Like Him: ‘When He’s Right He’s Right’ | Video
Lawrence O'Donnell mocked Donald Trump on Monday’s “The Last Word” after a protest sign quoted the former president saying, “smart people don’t like me.” O'Donnell played the original clip, highlighting the paradox of Trump’s self‑deprecating remark becoming a rallying point...
Rachel Maddow Ridicules Trump for ‘Inexplicably’ Cutting Favors for Russia as They Help Iran | Video
Rachel Maddow criticized President Donald Trump for easing sanctions on Russia while Russia assists Iran in the ongoing conflict. She highlighted Trump’s decision to let a Russian oil tanker bypass a U.S. blockade of Cuba, calling the move inexplicable. Trump...
‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ Remains Atop Netflix Movies List With 19.4 Million Views in 2nd Week
Netflix’s "Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man" remained the platform’s top‑ranked English‑language movie for a second consecutive week, pulling 19.4 million views in the week of March 23 after a debut week of 25.3 million. The film outperformed other releases such as "War Machine" and "Anaconda,"...
‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Review: This Lazy Junk Will Probably Make a Billion Dollars
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie dazzles with vibrant animation and faithful nods to Nintendo’s iconic universe, yet critics lambaste it for a thin plot, stagnant characters, and an absence of cinematic ambition. While the film’s visual polish earns praise, its...
CBS News Bolsters Investigative Team With Washington Post, Free Press Reporters
CBS News is expanding its investigative unit by hiring former Washington Post reporter Daniel Gilbert and Free Press reporter Gabe Kaminsky, while moving producers Laura Geller, Jake Rosenwasser and Callie Teitelbaum onto the team. The hires support Bari Weiss’s mandate...
How the Iran War Could Squeeze Hollywood’s Middle East Cash Pipeline | Analysis
Hollywood has become increasingly dependent on Gulf sovereign wealth funds, which have poured billions into studios, streaming platforms and a $55 billion buyout of Electronic Arts. The ongoing U.S.–Iran war threatens to raise financing costs, delay closings, and trigger material‑adverse‑change exits...
Ann Coulter Rips Into Fox News for Iran War Coverage, Compares to False Rigged 2020 Election Reporting
Conservative commentator Ann Coulter blasted Fox News for portraying the Iran war as a triumph and praising Donald Trump, likening the coverage to the network’s false 2020 election rigging narrative. Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene echoed the criticism, branding Fox as "fake news."...
Politico Removes Antisemitic Cartoon After Complaints: ‘Did Not Meet Our Standards’
Politico removed a weekly cartoon by Sean Delonas after reader complaints that it featured Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu and Republican lawmakers draped in blood‑stained tallis and yarmulkes, alongside a money‑bag reference to classic antisemitic tropes. The outlet said the image...
‘The Serpent’s Skin’ Review: Lo-Fi Trans Fantasy Proves Counterculture Reigns Supreme
Alice Maio Mackay’s low‑budget indie film “The Serpent’s Skin” delivers a lo‑fi trans‑focused fantasy that riffs on everything from “Twilight” to “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.” The story follows Anna, a young trans woman with psychic abilities, as she navigates love,...
Taylor Swift Urges Artists to Protect Their Craft, Warns the Internet ‘Will Attempt to Kill It’ | Video
Taylor Swift accepted the Artist of the Year award at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Awards, using her platform to advise fellow creators to protect their craft from relentless online feedback. She recounted her own journey from a childhood hobby to...
Mike Lindell Appears to Be Served With a Lawsuit Mid-Interview: ‘I’m Not Accepting It’ | Video
Mike Lindell’s live interview at the Conservative Political Action Conference was interrupted when a woman in a red dress claimed to be serving him court papers. Lindell repeatedly asked to stay on camera, then seized the documents and tossed them...
Studios Are Monitoring ‘You, Me & Tuscany’ Box Office Before Buying More Black-Led Rom-Coms, Filmmaker Says
Nina Lee, an award‑winning Black filmmaker, urged fans to watch the new rom‑com “You, Me & Tuscany,” because studios are waiting to see its box‑office performance before buying her already‑shot Black‑led rom‑com and a romance script. The film, starring Halle...
‘Tonight Show’ Warm-Up Act Apologizes to BTS for North Korea Crack at Taping | Report
Seth Herzog, the warm‑up act for The Tonight Show, made a joke implying a BTS member was from North Korea, prompting immediate backlash from the group’s fanbase. Fans flooded social media demanding an apology before the live taping. Herzog later...
Gillian Anderson Endorses Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ Reboot Amid Fan Speculation: ‘Give It a Chance’
Gillian Anderson publicly backed Ryan Coogler’s upcoming reboot of "The X‑Files," praising the pilot script and urging fans to keep an open mind. Coogler, known for "Black Panther," will write and direct the pilot, aiming to restore the series’ classic...
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Season 2 Release Schedule: When Do New Episodes Stream?
The second season of "Daredevil: Born Again" launches on Disney+ on March 24, 2024, with the first episode streaming at 9 p.m. ET. New episodes will roll out weekly, primarily on Tuesdays, though the schedule includes a double‑drop on March 31. The...
Ex-Warner Bros. Picture Group Chairman Toby Emmerich, Former Netflix Producer Amanda Krentzman Launch Fireside Access TV
Former Warner Bros. Pictures chairman Toby Emmerich and ex‑Netflix producer Amanda Krentzman have launched Fireside Access TV, an independent production company partnered with Access Entertainment, Len Blavatnik’s media arm. The venture is backed by a dedicated co‑financing fund aimed at...
‘Hacks’ Drops Trailer for Final Season, Sets HBO Max Premiere Date
The Emmy‑winning comedy "Hacks" returns for its fifth and final season on HBO Max, debuting April 9 with weekly Thursday releases and a series‑ending episode on May 28. The trailer confirms Deborah Vance is alive after false death reports and shows her...
Scott MacFarlane Joins MeidasTouch as Chief Washington Correspondent After CBS News Exit
Former CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane has departed the network after five years and immediately joined progressive outlet MeidasTouch as its chief Washington correspondent and anchor. He announced he will launch a new program, “Scott MacFarlane Reports,” which will air across...
MPA Endorses Trump’s National AI Plan, Pushes for Copyright Protections
The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has officially endorsed the Trump administration’s National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence, praising its focus on strong copyright protections. The White House’s six‑pronged plan seeks uniform national AI standards and preempts state‑level regulations. Hollywood studios...
How Producing Partners Kerry Washington and Pilar Savone Tackled the Character Complexity of ‘Imperfect Women’ | Video
Simpson Street Productions, founded by Kerry Washington and Pilar Savone, selected Apple TV’s thriller “Imperfect Women” as its latest project, drawn by the novel’s specific character focus that enables universal storytelling. The series, adapted from Araminta Hall’s 2020 novel, follows...
Stephen Colbert Pushes Back on ‘Hero’ Label for Ex Trump Counterterrorism Chief: ‘He Suck’ | Video
Joe Kent, the former director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigned citing conscience objections to the U.S. approach to a potential war with Iran. On "The Late Show," Stephen Colbert dismissed calls to label Kent a "hero," mocking his past...
Pop Mart Teams With Sony for Paul King’s ‘Labubu’ Movie, Steven Levenson to Co-Write
Pop Mart announced a partnership with Sony Pictures to develop a feature film based on its Labubu "The Monsters" universe. The movie will be co‑written by award‑winning playwright Steven Levenson and directed by Paul King, known for "Paddington" and the...
Netflix Execs Deny Mandated Plot Repeats for Distracted Viewers: ‘So Offensive’
Netflix executives publicly refuted claims that the streamer instructs writers to repeat plot points for distracted viewers, calling the notion offensive to creators. The denial came alongside a slate presentation highlighting upcoming titles such as “Little House on the Prairie,”...
CBS News 24/7 Staffers Set to Walk Off Job in Bari Weiss’ First Union Fight
CBS News 24/7’s 60‑person unionized staff will stage a 24‑hour walkout on Tuesday after contract talks with editor‑in‑chief Bari Weiss broke down over raises, defined schedules and severance. The unit, which rebroadcasts flagship CBS programs and produces original digital shows,...
‘Bachelor’ Alum Sydney Warner Questions the ‘Morals and Values’ of ‘The Bachelorette’ Amid Taylor Frankie Paul Allegations
Former “Bachelor” contestant Sydney Warner publicly criticized the casting of Taylor Frankie Paul as the lead of “The Bachelorette” Season 22, citing recent footage that shows Paul spending the night with ex‑partner Dakota Mortensen before filming began. Warner argued that...
How to Watch ‘Sinners’: Is the Oscar Frontrunner Streaming?
Ryan Coogler’s fifth film, ‘Sinners,’ starring Michael B. Jordan in dual roles, has earned a record‑breaking 16 Oscar nominations and is back in limited theatrical release. The horror‑drama, shot on 65 mm, follows twin brothers returning to 1930s Mississippi and confronting a...
Don Lemon Denounces WHCA Journalists for Inviting Trump to Correspondents’ Dinner: ‘A Slap in the Face’ | Video
Don Lemon publicly condemned the White House Correspondents' Association for inviting President Donald Trump to the 2026 Correspondents' Dinner, labeling the move a "slap in the face" to journalists. The invitation marks the first time a sitting president will attend...
‘War Machine’ Is Latest Netflix Action Flick to Top Streaming Chart
Netflix’s new action film “War Machine,” starring Alan Ritchson, topped the Samba TV weekly Wrap Report chart with 7 million households watching in its first three days. The movie marks the platform’s second major action hit of 2026, following the thriller...
White House Denounces ABC News’ Iranian Drone Strike Coverage, Claims ‘No Such Threat’ Exists
The White House publicly rebuked ABC News for a story claiming Iran was planning drone strikes on California, labeling the report unverified and demanding a retraction. ABC’s coverage relied on a single FBI memo sent to Southern California police warning...
Stephen Colbert’s Monologue Interrupted by Fan Shocked Over Pete Hegseth Joke: ‘Was That You?’ | Video
Stephen Colbert’s monologue on The Late Show was briefly interrupted when an audience member shouted “What?!” after the host mocked Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s alleged $6 billion in luxury Pentagon purchases. Colbert listed items such as $5.3 million in iPads, $60,000...
Megyn Kelly Slams Lindsey Graham for Threatening Allies Over Iran: ‘Who Died and Made Him President?’ | Video
Megyn Kelly confronted Sen. Lindsey Graham on her show, condemning his remarks that threatened U.S. allies such as Spain and Saudi Arabia for not backing Israel in the emerging Iran conflict. She described Graham as a "homicidal maniac" and warned...
Starz Adopts ‘Poison Pill’ Shareholder Rights Plan
Starz Entertainment has implemented a limited‑duration shareholder rights plan, commonly known as a poison pill, that activates when any party acquires 17.5% or more of its common stock. The plan grants existing shareholders the right to purchase additional shares at...
Megyn Kelly Rips ’60 Minutes,’ Bari Weiss for ‘Bulls–T’ Edits to Pete Hegseth Interview: ‘Not Fair and Balanced’ | Video
Megyn Kelly accused CBS's "60 Minutes" and editor-in-chief Bari Weiss of editing Pete Hegseth's interview to make his response appear more pro‑Israel. She claims the original segment, which addressed criticism from right‑wing commentators, was altered and a voice‑over was added...
‘Abbott Elementary’: Luke Tennie Talks Embracing the Sitcom and Entering the Spotlight in Episode 14
Luke Tennie explains how joining "Abbott Elementary" forced him to master the mock‑documentary sitcom format, a shift from the multi‑camera coverage of his drama series "Shrinking." In Season 5, Episode 14 his character Dominic leads a storyline that tackles ADHD stigma, reflecting...
Jake Tapper Flames Karoline Leavitt for Kaitlan Collins Spat Over Iran War: ‘It’s So Offensive’
Jake Tapper defended CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins after a contentious press briefing where White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt accused CNN of bias and of trying to make President Donald Trump look bad. The dispute centered on coverage of six...
Conan O’Brien Reflects on Late Night’s ‘Tough Situation’ Covering Today’s News: ‘How Do You Not Wear Your Heart on Your...
Conan O'Brien told the IMO podcast with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson that today’s late‑night hosts face a "tough situation" because they must comment on a deeply divisive news cycle. He admitted he would struggle to find jokes in current...
News Corp, Meta Strike AI Content Licensing Deal
News Corp has inked a three‑year AI content licensing agreement with Meta, granting the social‑media giant access to the publisher’s U.S. and U.K. news assets for model training and user consumption. The deal could net Meta up to $50 million per...
