Note: This story contains spoilers from “The Sympathizer” Episode 6.
In Sunday’s episode of “The Sympathizer,” the Captain (Hoa Xuande) murders his nemesis Sonny (Alan Trong) in his apartment, following the General’s (Toan Le) orders after concerns surfaced about his reporting on their covert mission.
But the decision is fueled by more than just the directive, after The Captain learned that his girlfriend Sofia Mori (Sandra Oh) had been having an affair with Sonny while he was away, working as a Vietnamese interpreter on Nikos’ (Robert Downey Jr.) movie.
“We have a rivalry that’s obviously spanned through our childhood because we have very similar backstories. The Captain and Sonny had American education before they split ways, so they see their causes for the Vietnamese people very similarly, but they obviously act upon it in very different ways,” Xuande told TheWrap. “I can only speak on behalf of the...
In Sunday’s episode of “The Sympathizer,” the Captain (Hoa Xuande) murders his nemesis Sonny (Alan Trong) in his apartment, following the General’s (Toan Le) orders after concerns surfaced about his reporting on their covert mission.
But the decision is fueled by more than just the directive, after The Captain learned that his girlfriend Sofia Mori (Sandra Oh) had been having an affair with Sonny while he was away, working as a Vietnamese interpreter on Nikos’ (Robert Downey Jr.) movie.
“We have a rivalry that’s obviously spanned through our childhood because we have very similar backstories. The Captain and Sonny had American education before they split ways, so they see their causes for the Vietnamese people very similarly, but they obviously act upon it in very different ways,” Xuande told TheWrap. “I can only speak on behalf of the...
- 5/20/2024
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
The satirical spy-thriller “The Sympathizer” hopes to make a mark at the Primetime Emmys this year, as HBO/Max has submitted the show for 27 Emmy categories. The hopeful bids from creators Park Chan-wook and Don McKellar include acting recognition for breakout performer Hoa Xuande and superstar Robert Downey Jr., as well as outstanding limited or anthology series.
Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s 2015 debut novel, “The Sympathizer” tells the story of “The Captain” (Xuande), a North Vietnamese soldier in the South Vietnamese army who is forced to flee to the United States with his general near the end of the Vietnam War. While living within a community of South Vietnamese refugees, he continues to spy on the community, struggling between his original loyalties and his new life.
Fresh off his Oscar win for supporting actor in “Oppenheimer,” Downey aims to become the first male actor to win an Oscar and...
Based on Viet Thanh Nguyen’s 2015 debut novel, “The Sympathizer” tells the story of “The Captain” (Xuande), a North Vietnamese soldier in the South Vietnamese army who is forced to flee to the United States with his general near the end of the Vietnam War. While living within a community of South Vietnamese refugees, he continues to spy on the community, struggling between his original loyalties and his new life.
Fresh off his Oscar win for supporting actor in “Oppenheimer,” Downey aims to become the first male actor to win an Oscar and...
- 5/14/2024
- by Clayton Davis
- Variety Film + TV
The hit Hulu telefilm “Quiz Lady” showcases Sandra Oh and Awkwafina by giving each a chance to play against type. They’re a pair of sisters forced to compete on a game show to pay off their mother’s gambling debts. Awkwafina is the quiet, reserved Anne while Oh featured is the wild and crazy Jenny. Oh delivers a pitch-perfect performance and critics showered her with praise.
Marya E. Gates (Roger Ebert) proclaimed: “The film works largely thanks to the irrepressible charm of star Sandra Oh… Oh, on the other hand, is clearly having a blast playing this hot mess. She nails her pratfalls and plays the comedy as broad as possible with aplomb. However, Oh can also find the hurt, love, and complexity beneath Jenny’s superfluous surface.”
Kristy Puchko (Mashable) observed: “From the moment she storms onscreen, Oh is game to go outrageous… Often mesmerizing for her electrifying screen presence,...
Marya E. Gates (Roger Ebert) proclaimed: “The film works largely thanks to the irrepressible charm of star Sandra Oh… Oh, on the other hand, is clearly having a blast playing this hot mess. She nails her pratfalls and plays the comedy as broad as possible with aplomb. However, Oh can also find the hurt, love, and complexity beneath Jenny’s superfluous surface.”
Kristy Puchko (Mashable) observed: “From the moment she storms onscreen, Oh is game to go outrageous… Often mesmerizing for her electrifying screen presence,...
- 4/18/2024
- by Jacob Sarkisian
- Gold Derby
Exclusive: Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) has been tapped for a role in Lionsgate’s Good Fortune, the debut feature of Master of None and Parks and Rec star Aziz Ansari, in which he also stars alongside Seth Rogen, Keanu Reeves, and Keke Palmer.
Oh’s role is being kept under wraps, as is the plot of the movie. Ansari directed from his own script and also produced alongside Anthony Katagas and Alan Yang, with Aniz Adam Ansari and Jonathan McCoy exec producing. At Lionsgate, the film is overseen by Brady Fujikawa and Jon Humphrey.
The film is the second Ansari has looked to direct, on the heels of the Searchlight dramedy Being Mortal, which was shut down amid complaints of inappropriate behavior on the part of cast member Bill Murray in 2022. Previously, he’s helmed his 2022 comedy special Nightclub Comedian for Netflix, as well as 11 episodes of Master of None,...
Oh’s role is being kept under wraps, as is the plot of the movie. Ansari directed from his own script and also produced alongside Anthony Katagas and Alan Yang, with Aniz Adam Ansari and Jonathan McCoy exec producing. At Lionsgate, the film is overseen by Brady Fujikawa and Jon Humphrey.
The film is the second Ansari has looked to direct, on the heels of the Searchlight dramedy Being Mortal, which was shut down amid complaints of inappropriate behavior on the part of cast member Bill Murray in 2022. Previously, he’s helmed his 2022 comedy special Nightclub Comedian for Netflix, as well as 11 episodes of Master of None,...
- 4/5/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Hide episode 3 finally reveals Seong Jae’s reality to us. The way he helped Chief Ma with money laundering, eventually landing in a mess, has been highlighted here. Jin Wu also has a secret motive behind trying to find Seong Jae, which will eventually be revealed the more we see his actions. Despite having a convoluted plot, the events in Hide are quite intriguing and leave scope for multiple speculations. Will Mun-yeong find out the truth about her husband? Why was Chief Ma threatening Mun-yeong? Did Seong Jae’s mother know that he was alive? Let’s find the answers to these questions!
Spoilers Ahead
What Did Mun-Yeong Find Out About Seong Jae?
After Seong Jae shot Jin Wu, Mun-yeong approached to help him, and she was told that it was her husband who had shot at him. Later, when Lieutenant Baek questioned Jin Wu about the culprit, he didn...
Spoilers Ahead
What Did Mun-Yeong Find Out About Seong Jae?
After Seong Jae shot Jin Wu, Mun-yeong approached to help him, and she was told that it was her husband who had shot at him. Later, when Lieutenant Baek questioned Jin Wu about the culprit, he didn...
- 4/2/2024
- by Debjyoti Dey
- Film Fugitives
Firstly, it’s a shame that we have to wait 12 days for My Happy Ending Episode 13, but leaving that behind, Episode 12 is one big mess. Is it wise to introduce a new character so late in the show? The pacing seems off, and some of the twists just feel tacked on for no reason at this point. Episode 11 showed us that Jae-Won is finally ready to take control of her own life and has started putting the pieces together to catch the big bad wolf of her life. I suppose we assumed this was Yoon-Jin up until now, but there might be more hands at play here. Episode 11 ended with Jae-Won witnessing Sang-Beom getting rammed into by a car before she goes to the celebration party of Yoon-Jin’s appointment as CEO, where she congratulates her and promises to turn things around soon. Let’s quickly dive into what happens...
- 2/5/2024
- by Ruchika Bhat
- Film Fugitives
Only two seasons in and "Invincible" has already assembled quite the voice cast. While it relies primarily on name screen actors for the big parts, the show doesn't neglect to invite professional voice actors to the party either. Even the leads offer performances that are a cut above the celebrity voice-acting you see in, for instance, DreamWorks or Illumination animated movies.
It's an easy bet that one can recognize at least some of the voices on "Invincible." Maybe a viewer knows them from watching plenty of American cartoons and hearing their voices over and over again. Or maybe they know the voices from the on-camera work the cast has done but can't place them.
Whatever the case may be, here is a rundown of the actors who've been bringing these comic book characters to life — and how their work on "Invincible" compares to their previous roles.
Read more: The Top 14 Anime Fights Of All Time,...
It's an easy bet that one can recognize at least some of the voices on "Invincible." Maybe a viewer knows them from watching plenty of American cartoons and hearing their voices over and over again. Or maybe they know the voices from the on-camera work the cast has done but can't place them.
Whatever the case may be, here is a rundown of the actors who've been bringing these comic book characters to life — and how their work on "Invincible" compares to their previous roles.
Read more: The Top 14 Anime Fights Of All Time,...
- 11/24/2023
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Quiz Lady is a comedy movie starring Awkwafina and Sandra Oh. With Will Ferrell, Holland Taylor, and Jason Schwartzman.
Quiz Lady is one of those films that knows how to strike a balance and stray away from light comedy when necessary, without veering into vulgarity.
It’s pleasant, charming, and features two actresses, Awkwafina and Sandra Oh, who deliver fantastic performances as sisters.
This comedy always manages to stay true to its comedic nature, even if it’s ultimately a family comedy that doesn’t preach life lessons and has characters who don’t take themselves too seriously.
Highly enjoyable to watch.
Quiz Lady Movie Review
This comedy doesn’t aim to go down in cinema history, and it won’t, but it knows its place as a parody, with slightly elaborated and well-constructed characters.
Quiz Lady is primarily one of those movies where if the actors aren’t inspired,...
Quiz Lady is one of those films that knows how to strike a balance and stray away from light comedy when necessary, without veering into vulgarity.
It’s pleasant, charming, and features two actresses, Awkwafina and Sandra Oh, who deliver fantastic performances as sisters.
This comedy always manages to stay true to its comedic nature, even if it’s ultimately a family comedy that doesn’t preach life lessons and has characters who don’t take themselves too seriously.
Highly enjoyable to watch.
Quiz Lady Movie Review
This comedy doesn’t aim to go down in cinema history, and it won’t, but it knows its place as a parody, with slightly elaborated and well-constructed characters.
Quiz Lady is primarily one of those movies where if the actors aren’t inspired,...
- 11/12/2023
- by Martin Cid
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
On November 3, 2023, Hulu released “Quiz Lady” starring Awkwafina and Sandra Oh as sisters who band together to eliminate their mother’s gambling debts and raise money to pay the ransom for a kidnapped dog. In order to do so, Anne’s (Awkwafina) uncanny skills at gameshows must come into play. The ensemble cast includes Jason Schwartzman, Tony Hale, Will Ferrell and Holland Taylor.
Critics have had positive things to say about the comedy directed by Jessica Yu and written by Jen D’Angelo. It is certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a score of 81%. The critics consensus reads, “‘Quiz Lady’s’ perfectly matched leads help Jessica Yu’s occasionally uneven comedy overcome its periodic wobbles and land on the right side of hilarious and heartfelt.” Read our full review round-up below.
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Marya E. Gates of RogerEbert.
Critics have had positive things to say about the comedy directed by Jessica Yu and written by Jen D’Angelo. It is certified fresh on Rotten Tomatoes with a score of 81%. The critics consensus reads, “‘Quiz Lady’s’ perfectly matched leads help Jessica Yu’s occasionally uneven comedy overcome its periodic wobbles and land on the right side of hilarious and heartfelt.” Read our full review round-up below.
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Marya E. Gates of RogerEbert.
- 11/6/2023
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
A show with a cast of Sandra Oh, Awkwafina, Jason Schwartzman, Tony Hale, and Will Ferrell should bring the laughs and then some, right? Find out when “Quiz Show” premieres on Friday, Nov. 3 on Hulu. The show centers on a pair of sisters who begin an epic cross-country quest to win quick cash by becoming game show champions! You can watch with a 30-Day Free Trial of Hulu.
How to Watch 'Quiz Lady' When: Friday, November 3, 2023 Where: Hulu Stream: Watch with a 30-Day Free Trial of Hulu. 30-Day Free Trial$7.99+ / month hulu.com About 'Quiz Lady'
“Quiz Lady” centers on two sisters. Anne (Awkwafina) is thoroughly obsessed with gameshows, rarely missing an episode of her favorites. Her sister Jenny (Oh) is the exact opposite; loud, messy, and inarguably a trouble-maker. The two are estranged, but when their mother racks up a truly heroic amount of gambling debt,...
How to Watch 'Quiz Lady' When: Friday, November 3, 2023 Where: Hulu Stream: Watch with a 30-Day Free Trial of Hulu. 30-Day Free Trial$7.99+ / month hulu.com About 'Quiz Lady'
“Quiz Lady” centers on two sisters. Anne (Awkwafina) is thoroughly obsessed with gameshows, rarely missing an episode of her favorites. Her sister Jenny (Oh) is the exact opposite; loud, messy, and inarguably a trouble-maker. The two are estranged, but when their mother racks up a truly heroic amount of gambling debt,...
- 11/3/2023
- by Ashley Steves
- The Streamable
It’s been a long wait for Invincible season 2. Ever since father-son duo Nolan and Mark Grayson signed off in a symphony of bloody violence in early 2021, fans have been clamoring for more superheroic action. Now the time has finally come as Invincible season 2 is set to premiere its first episode on Nov. 3 on Prime Video.
While Invincible and Omni-Man naturally take up a lot of the attention for this very good Amazon series, let’s not forget the rest of the expansive cast of characters that make up the world created by comic writer and show producer Robert Kirkman. Like any good superhero saga worth its salt, Invincible has a very deep bench of compelling heroes, villains, aliens, civilians, and more.
The bench is so deep, in fact, that it can be hard to keep track of everyone. With that in mind, here is a helpful refresher on...
While Invincible and Omni-Man naturally take up a lot of the attention for this very good Amazon series, let’s not forget the rest of the expansive cast of characters that make up the world created by comic writer and show producer Robert Kirkman. Like any good superhero saga worth its salt, Invincible has a very deep bench of compelling heroes, villains, aliens, civilians, and more.
The bench is so deep, in fact, that it can be hard to keep track of everyone. With that in mind, here is a helpful refresher on...
- 11/3/2023
- by Brynnaarens
- Den of Geek
So, how accurate are some of those old sayings? Well, in the case of “You can pick your friends, but you can’t pick your family”, well…yes, 100 percent. That’s especially true with siblings, going all the way back to Cain and Abel. Sure brothers battle, but is that ditto for sisters? This weekend’s new comedy uses that as its “springboard”. These two ladies couldn’t be more different or argumentative, Fortunately, they’re both hilarious, and their characters are played by two talented actresses. You see, the elder is a party gal while the other is saddled with the title Quiz Lady.
We first meet the aforementioned Qz as a timid eight-year-old indulging in her favorite weekday activity, watching the live TV show “Can’t Stop the Quiz” hosted by true hero Terry McTeer (Will Ferrell). And she pretty much aces all the questions despite her older...
We first meet the aforementioned Qz as a timid eight-year-old indulging in her favorite weekday activity, watching the live TV show “Can’t Stop the Quiz” hosted by true hero Terry McTeer (Will Ferrell). And she pretty much aces all the questions despite her older...
- 11/3/2023
- by Jim Batts
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Chances are, you know someone like “Quiz Lady” Anne Yum. As played by Awkwafina, this socially awkward young woman works a boring Cpa job by day, doing her best to blend in with the gray walls of her cubicle. But every evening at the same hour, Anne tunes in to her favorite game show and becomes a star — even if her flatulent old pug, Mr. Linguini, is the only witness — as she answers every question quickly and correctly.
The kind of comedy perfectly suited to the comfort of one’s own couch, Jessica Yu’s “Quiz Lady” is the story of how, with the help of her outrageously extroverted older sister, Jenny (Sandra Oh), Anne overcomes her anxiety and agrees to appear as a contestant on “Can’t Stop the Quiz.” So what if she trips up in front of idol/host Terry McTeer (Will Ferrell) when she finally reaches...
The kind of comedy perfectly suited to the comfort of one’s own couch, Jessica Yu’s “Quiz Lady” is the story of how, with the help of her outrageously extroverted older sister, Jenny (Sandra Oh), Anne overcomes her anxiety and agrees to appear as a contestant on “Can’t Stop the Quiz.” So what if she trips up in front of idol/host Terry McTeer (Will Ferrell) when she finally reaches...
- 11/1/2023
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
Allegations of a massive, multiyear pattern of box office fraud rocked the Korean film industry last week. The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency’s anti-corruption office said 69 executives from the country’s largest theater chains — Cgv, Lotte Cinema and Megabox — and 24 distributors, including Showbox, were referred to prosecutors on Thursday. The police said the theaters colluded with distributors to exaggerate ticket sales for at least 323 films over the past five years, delivering false information to the Korean Film Council, the government-run body responsible for collecting local box office data.
But some Korean film business insiders say the practices the police uncovered were an “open secret” in the industry for years, and oftentimes not nearly as nefarious as they might appear.
Much of the resentment that’s currently building in the Korean film industry, meanwhile, is being directed at the major multiplex companies, which are owned by Korea’s largest conglomerates and have unrivaled market power.
But some Korean film business insiders say the practices the police uncovered were an “open secret” in the industry for years, and oftentimes not nearly as nefarious as they might appear.
Much of the resentment that’s currently building in the Korean film industry, meanwhile, is being directed at the major multiplex companies, which are owned by Korea’s largest conglomerates and have unrivaled market power.
- 8/21/2023
- by Soomee Park and Patrick Brzeski
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome back to the stage, Sex Bob-omb! Scott Pilgrim vs. The World was not able to beat The Expendables or Eat, Pray, Love when all three opened the same day at the box office back in 2010, but the off-beat comedy from Edgar Wright has developed a cult following ever since. Never fear, vegans! Netflix has just premiered its first teaser at the anime adaptation series, Scott Pilgrim Takes Off, which will be reuniting the entire cast of the film, plus has Edgar Wright on as executive producer. The series will have a total of eight episodes and is set to premiere on the streaming service this fall.
The official synopsis from Netflix reads,
“Scott Pilgrim meets the girl of his dreams, Ramona Flowers, but learns he must defeat her seven evil exes in order to date her. Then things get even more complicated. Based on the...
The official synopsis from Netflix reads,
“Scott Pilgrim meets the girl of his dreams, Ramona Flowers, but learns he must defeat her seven evil exes in order to date her. Then things get even more complicated. Based on the...
- 8/16/2023
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
On the 31st of January 1986, Do Chae-sung, second secretary at the South Korean Embassy in Lebanon, was taken captive in Beirut. Several foreign hostages were known to be held there at the time, as gangs controlled much of the city following massively destructive wars with Syria and Israel. Getting them out was an arduous business and not everyone survived – nor did those who went looking for them. Kim Seong-hun’s latest thriller is a fictionalised take on the recovery of Do.
In this take, it’s an ambassador, Oh Jae-seok, who is abducted, causing shock in a country unused to being caught up in events of this sort. A year later, diplomat Lee Min-joon (Ha Jung-woo) is working late one night in the Department of Foreign Affairs when he receives a telephone call with a secret code: it means that Oh is likely still alive. Departmental distrust in intelligence agency the.
In this take, it’s an ambassador, Oh Jae-seok, who is abducted, causing shock in a country unused to being caught up in events of this sort. A year later, diplomat Lee Min-joon (Ha Jung-woo) is working late one night in the Department of Foreign Affairs when he receives a telephone call with a secret code: it means that Oh is likely still alive. Departmental distrust in intelligence agency the.
- 8/3/2023
- by Jennie Kermode
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
As Hollywood events return to full force in New York and Los Angeles amid the coronavirus pandemic, here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings, including red carpets for The First Lady, The Flight Attendant, Severance and Magic Johnson doc They Call Me Magic.
Severance finale event
Stars Patricia Arquette, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry, Tramell Tillman, Dichen Lachman, Yul Vazquez, Jen Tullock and Michael Chernus, director Ben Stiller and creator Dan Erickson celebrated the finale of their Apple TV+ series on April 8 at Los Angeles’ DGA Theater. At the event, which co-star Adam Scott missed after testing positive for Covid-19, the team broke down the show’s first season, which revolves around a company that surgically divides its staff’s work and personal lives, and its buzzy finale, which sees the separation between the two worlds starting to fade.
Outfest Fusion Opening Night Gala
On...
Severance finale event
Stars Patricia Arquette, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry, Tramell Tillman, Dichen Lachman, Yul Vazquez, Jen Tullock and Michael Chernus, director Ben Stiller and creator Dan Erickson celebrated the finale of their Apple TV+ series on April 8 at Los Angeles’ DGA Theater. At the event, which co-star Adam Scott missed after testing positive for Covid-19, the team broke down the show’s first season, which revolves around a company that surgically divides its staff’s work and personal lives, and its buzzy finale, which sees the separation between the two worlds starting to fade.
Outfest Fusion Opening Night Gala
On...
- 4/15/2022
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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