'After Yang' review: Colin Farrell grapples with the loss of his android son
"Tone poem" and "memory play" are two of the most overused terms when it comes to indie arthouse films, yet it’s hard to think of better descriptors for writer/director Kogonada’s elegiac sci-fi family drama "After Yang." After an exuberant burst of an opening credits dance sequence, the movie quickly becomes a wistful meditation on what it means to be human, what it means to be an android and what it means to be a family. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
"Tone poem" and "memory play" are two of the most overused terms when it comes to indie arthouse films, yet it’s hard to think of better descriptors for writer/director Kogonada’s elegiac sci-fi family drama "After Yang." After an exuberant burst of an opening credits dance sequence, the movie quickly becomes a wistful meditation on what it means to be human, what it means to be an android and what it means to be a family. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
‘The Dropout’ review: Amanda Seyfried leads TV’s latest scammer drama
Hulu’s new Elizabeth Holmes drama “The Dropout” is supremely watchable, with solid-to-great performances and a story so audacious you wouldn’t believe it if it weren’t based on real life. Yet this jaw-dropping true story ultimately feels less like a truly original piece of television than something just a touch formulaic. Here's TV critic Caroline Siede's review.
Hulu’s new Elizabeth Holmes drama “The Dropout” is supremely watchable, with solid-to-great performances and a story so audacious you wouldn’t believe it if it weren’t based on real life. Yet this jaw-dropping true story ultimately feels less like a truly original piece of television than something just a touch formulaic. Here's TV critic Caroline Siede's review.
'Fresh' review: Craving a sharp, stylish satire? Bon Appétit.
When the title of “Fresh” pops up onscreen some 30-ish minutes into its expertly-paced runtime, the bold letters do exactly what they are meant to do: let the audience know that the movie has finally started. That might sound like a complaint, but it’s not. The opening act of director Mimi Cave’s assured, darkly comic debut feature immediately puts the viewer in the position of waiting for the other shoe to drop. Here's film critic Allison Shoemaker's review.
When the title of “Fresh” pops up onscreen some 30-ish minutes into its expertly-paced runtime, the bold letters do exactly what they are meant to do: let the audience know that the movie has finally started. That might sound like a complaint, but it’s not. The opening act of director Mimi Cave’s assured, darkly comic debut feature immediately puts the viewer in the position of waiting for the other shoe to drop. Here's film critic Allison Shoemaker's review.
The Batman: Latest evolution of the superhero movie is a winner
The latest evolution of the superhero movie is a winner
The latest evolution of the superhero movie is a winner
'Wheel of Fortune' viewers outraged over contestant's failure to solve puzzle in 3 tries
A "Wheel of Fortune" clip from Tuesday's episode began trending on Twitter, with viewers stunned over a contestant's inability to solve the puzzle.
A "Wheel of Fortune" clip from Tuesday's episode began trending on Twitter, with viewers stunned over a contestant's inability to solve the puzzle.
Kim Kardashian declared legally single amid ongoing divorce with Kanye 'Ye' West
Reality star and pop culture icon Kim Kardashian is a single woman again after a Los Angeles judge declared her legally divorced from Kanye 'Ye' West. The divorce is the third for Kardashian, but the first for Ye.
Reality star and pop culture icon Kim Kardashian is a single woman again after a Los Angeles judge declared her legally divorced from Kanye 'Ye' West. The divorce is the third for Kardashian, but the first for Ye.
‘West Side Story’ now streaming: A dazzling musical with a dimmed love story
For his new take on “West Side Story,” director Steven Spielberg pulls from the beloved 1961 movie musical as well as the original Broadway stage show, while adding a few new elements of his own. This is “West Side” as you’ve seen it before, and also as you haven’t. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
For his new take on “West Side Story,” director Steven Spielberg pulls from the beloved 1961 movie musical as well as the original Broadway stage show, while adding a few new elements of his own. This is “West Side” as you’ve seen it before, and also as you haven’t. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
Here’s what’s new on Tubi in March
Need something new to watch this month? Tubi has you covered. The free, ad-supported streaming platform is debuting two new original features alongside a slate of award-winning films and blockbuster classics. So whether you want to watch Will Smith face off against vampires in "I Am Legend" or Michael Keaton riff on his Batman persona in the Oscar-winning “Birdman: Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance),” there’s something for everyone.
Need something new to watch this month? Tubi has you covered. The free, ad-supported streaming platform is debuting two new original features alongside a slate of award-winning films and blockbuster classics. So whether you want to watch Will Smith face off against vampires in "I Am Legend" or Michael Keaton riff on his Batman persona in the Oscar-winning “Birdman: Or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance),” there’s something for everyone.
‘The Jennifer Hudson Show’ coming to FOX Television Stations this fall
The ending of Ellen DeGeneres’ long-running show this year clears the way for a new chapter in daytime talk shows — and Jennifer Hudson is hoping hers fits the bill.
The ending of Ellen DeGeneres’ long-running show this year clears the way for a new chapter in daytime talk shows — and Jennifer Hudson is hoping hers fits the bill.
‘Next Level Chef’ renewed for season 2 at FOX
FOX Entertainment has renewed "Next Level Chef," the hit Gordon Ramsay reality competition series, for a second season. File this news item under “not surprising but welcome.”
FOX Entertainment has renewed "Next Level Chef," the hit Gordon Ramsay reality competition series, for a second season. File this news item under “not surprising but welcome.”
AMC charging more for 'The Batman' tickets
If you plan to go see The Batman this weekend, you might pay more than you expected.
If you plan to go see The Batman this weekend, you might pay more than you expected.
March movie preview: The Batman, Ryan Reynolds, a new Pixar and some Sundance favorites
From a Ben Affleck/Ana de Armas erotic thriller to a Sandra Bullock/Channing Tatum adventure romance to Netflix’s new Ryan Reynolds sci-fi action drama, movie stars are back in full force. Plus Robert Pattinson suits up as a superhero named Batman in an epic noir take on the Caped Crusader, dramatically titled “The Batman.” this year’s Sundance Film Festival are already making their way onto streaming platforms. Here’s what’s headed your way, cinematically speaking, in March 2022.
From a Ben Affleck/Ana de Armas erotic thriller to a Sandra Bullock/Channing Tatum adventure romance to Netflix’s new Ryan Reynolds sci-fi action drama, movie stars are back in full force. Plus Robert Pattinson suits up as a superhero named Batman in an epic noir take on the Caped Crusader, dramatically titled “The Batman.” this year’s Sundance Film Festival are already making their way onto streaming platforms. Here’s what’s headed your way, cinematically speaking, in March 2022.
Streaming spotlight: In final season, “Better Things” continues to do what it does best
Pamela Adlon’s comedic but poignant look at the life of a middle-aged single mom feels, in some ways, ahead of its time — and that’s been true of “Better Things” since the beginning. Read Ines Bellina's review, plus more on the week in television.
Pamela Adlon’s comedic but poignant look at the life of a middle-aged single mom feels, in some ways, ahead of its time — and that’s been true of “Better Things” since the beginning. Read Ines Bellina's review, plus more on the week in television.
‘The Batman’ review: Why so serious?
The latest take on the Caped Crusader, Matt Reeves' “The Batman” offers a weirder, less likable Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattison) and some slightly subversive things to say about its own genre. But at the end of the day, it’s still yet another grim and gritty Batman movie — one that’s plentiful style can’t quite make up for its lack of substance. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
The latest take on the Caped Crusader, Matt Reeves' “The Batman” offers a weirder, less likable Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattison) and some slightly subversive things to say about its own genre. But at the end of the day, it’s still yet another grim and gritty Batman movie — one that’s plentiful style can’t quite make up for its lack of substance. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
Justin Bieber's Tacoma concert postponed, rescheduled date to be announced soon
Justin Bieber's Tacoma, Washington concert scheduled for Feb. 26 has been postponed after a COVID-19 outbreak among his team.
Justin Bieber's Tacoma, Washington concert scheduled for Feb. 26 has been postponed after a COVID-19 outbreak among his team.
Review: ‘Studio 666’ sends Foo Fighters on a sonic highway to hell
“Studio 666”, the new horror-comedy starring the iconic ‘90s alt-rock band Foo Fighters, might not be Good Cinema, but it's easy to forgive the film its trespasses because, well, everyone's having so much dang fun. Film critic Clint Worthington reviews the latest from Dave Grohl and company.
“Studio 666”, the new horror-comedy starring the iconic ‘90s alt-rock band Foo Fighters, might not be Good Cinema, but it's easy to forgive the film its trespasses because, well, everyone's having so much dang fun. Film critic Clint Worthington reviews the latest from Dave Grohl and company.
Britney Spears leaving LA home post-conservatorship, in ‘process of buying’ new digs: ‘Time for change!‘
The ‘Toxic’ performer has lived in the Thousand Oaks mansion for seven years
The ‘Toxic’ performer has lived in the Thousand Oaks mansion for seven years
US Army discovers MIA soldier from only Black infantry division in WWII is related to Spike Lee
Famed movie director Spike Lee received a letter in the mail from the United States Army telling him about his relative who was part of the only Black infantry division serving in World War II in Italy which was the focus of a movie Lee directed in 2008.
Famed movie director Spike Lee received a letter in the mail from the United States Army telling him about his relative who was part of the only Black infantry division serving in World War II in Italy which was the focus of a movie Lee directed in 2008.
The Amazing Johnathan, Vegas comedian and magician, dies at 63
The Amazing Johnathan, a longtime Vegas comic and magician, died this week at his home in Nevada, according to family members and multiple media reports.
The Amazing Johnathan, a longtime Vegas comic and magician, died this week at his home in Nevada, according to family members and multiple media reports.
Tom Brady to play himself, produce road trip movie: ’80 for Brady’
Retired NFL star Tom Brady will play himself in a new movie he’s also producing called “80 for Brady,” a film about four Patriots fans traveling to Super Bowl LI.
Retired NFL star Tom Brady will play himself in a new movie he’s also producing called “80 for Brady,” a film about four Patriots fans traveling to Super Bowl LI.