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The Amateur is a vigilante action spy thriller film directed by James Hawes from a screenplay co-written by Ken Nolan and Gary Spinelli. Based on the 1981 novel of the same name by Robert Littell, the 2025 film follows Charlie Heller, a brilliant CIA cryptographer whose wife was killed during a terrorist attack in London. After discovering that, he blackmails his superiors into giving him training to kill the people who killed his wife and use his expertise in doing so. The Amateur stars Rami Malek, Rachel Brosnahan, Caitriona Balfe, Michael Stuhlbarg, and Laurence Fishburne. So, if you loved the thrilling drama, intense revenge story, and compelling characters in The Amateur, here are some similar movies you should check out next.

Law Abiding Citizen (Starz & Prime Video Add-On) Credit – Overture Films

Law Abiding Citizen is a vigilante action thriller film...

“Predator: Killer of Killers” arrives this summer on Hulu, the first animated film in the long-running franchise and one of two new “Predator” movies due out this year. “Killer of Killers” also finds the franchise headed to another era — actually, in this case, three.

The new animated film, directed by “Prey” filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg and set to release on June 6, 2025, will be an anthology story. In total, fans will get to experience a Predator story in the Viking era, feudal Japan, and WWII Europe, each with different heroes leading them. More details on that below.

But before we get there, let’s take stock of everywhere — and every time — the “Predator” franchise has been. It actually dates back pretty far.

Predator (1987) 20th Century Fox

The first “Predator” film, released back in 1987 — with the events of the film taking place the same year — stars Arnold Schwarzenegger as Dutch Schaefer, who is...

Director Steven Soderbergh and writer Scott Z. Burns have been discussing a “philosophical sequel” to their 2011 pandemic thriller Contagion after Covid-19 gave the film new resonance.

Speaking on the One Decision podcast, Soderbergh said that they’ve “come up with some terrifying ideas” for the follow-up after speaking with pandemic experts. “There would have to be, I think, a plot that doesn’t feel predictable.”

He continues, “I don’t want to torture people. There are scenarios that you could come up with that I would categorize as irresponsible; you know, that I would go, ‘That’s a big idea, but I’m not sure I want to put that idea out there, frankly.’ I do think about that.”

Contagion‘s ensemble cast included Marion Cotillard, Matt Damon, Laurence Fishburne, Jude Law, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Winslet, Bryan Cranston, Jennifer Ehle, and Sanaa Lathan.

When Beth Emhoff returns to Minneapolis from business in Hong Kong,...

Nearly 15 years and a worldwide pandemic later, Steven Soderbergh has considered revisiting one of his most relevant titles.

The Oscar-winning director recently teased a followup to his 2011 public health thriller Contagion, noting he wants to be “responsible” with the post-Covid sequel without making it “feel predictable.”

“We talk about it and have come up with some terrifying ideas. There would have to be, I think, a plot that doesn’t feel predictable,” he said on the One Decision podcast following conversations with pandemic experts.

“I don’t want to torture people. There are scenarios that you could come up with that I would categorise as irresponsible,” added Soderbergh. “You know, that I would go, ‘That’s a big idea, but I’m not sure I want to put that idea out there, frankly.’ I do think about that.”

Featuring a star-studded ensemble, Contagion stars Gwyneth Paltrow as Beth Emhoff, a...

Exclusive: Paramount Pictures has renewed its first-look feature film deal with George L. Tillman Jr. and Robert Teitel’s State Street Pictures.

The Bob Marley: One Love production company first inked a production pact with the studio in 2020. Tillman and Teitel’s film credits include The Hate U Give, the Barbershop franchise, Men of Honor, Soul Food and Notorious among others.

State Street Pictures’ executive suite also includes Robert Prinz, Head of Television, and Lawrence Mott, Head of Film.

Said Michael Ireland, co-president, Paramount Pictures, Motion Picture Group, “George and Bob are two Chicago guys that have been telling inspiring, dynamic stories for audiences around the world for almost thirty years. We’re lucky to continue to have them on the lot and we look forward to building on the success of Bob Marley: One Love with a slate of movies that will hopefully last thirty more.”

Said Tillman Jr.

Winners for this year’s NAACP Image Awards — which celebrate the accomplishments of people of color in the fields of television, music, literature and film — were announced daily this week, culminating in the live telecast that aired Saturday night on CBS and BET.

Heading into this year’s awards, Ayo Edebiri was the most-nominated TV performer with four total nominations — three for her work on FX’s The Bear, and another for her memorable hosting debut on NBC’s Saturday Night Live. On Tuesday, she converted on one of those opportunities when she was named Outstanding Breakthrough Creative (Television).

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Exclusive: Academy, Emmy and Golden Globe Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor has joined the cast of Lucky, a new limited drama from Apple TV+ starring and executive produced by Anya Taylor-Joy. Creator Jonathan Tropper also executive produces alongside Reese Witherspoon.

Based on Marissa Stapley’s bestselling novel and Reese’s Book Club pick of the same name, Lucky stars Taylor-Joy as the eponymous heroine. She is a young woman who left behind the life of crime she was raised in years ago but must now embrace her darker, criminal side one final time in a desperate attempt to escape her past.

Ellis-Taylor will play as ‘Agent Billie Rand.’

Lucky is produced by Hello Sunshine and Tropper Ink, and is created by Tropper under his overall deal with Apple TV+. He serves as co-showrunner alongside Cassie Pappas. Witherspoon EPs alongside Lauren Neustadter for Hello Sunshine, a part of Candle Media.

Whether you intend to watch ’the big game’ on Sunday or not, there’s just something about a great sports narrative. And no, we’re not talking about the NFL’s tired retread of a matchup we already saw two years ago between Kansas City and the Philadelphia Eagles— we’re talking about sports movies. Even if you’re more into watching film than sports— and let’s be honest, if you’re part of the Film Independent community, then there’s a good chance of that — the best sports films have something for everyone. There’s the irresistible underdog you can’t help rooting for. Determined characters coming together to face insurmountable odds. The framework— an individual or team in pursuit of greatness — is a classic hero’s journey. But as the films below showcase, the best sports stories aren’t actually about the sport at all. They’re about relationships,...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe's Blade movie continues to be a subject of speculation as it remains plagued by delays and creative shifts years after its initial announcement. As fans wait for major news on the planned reboot, the original Wesley Snipes-led Blade trilogy is on its way to a new platform imminently.

Peacock confirmed that Blade, Blade II and Blade: Trinity are each set to premiere via its platform on Feb. 1. Despite being a Marvel property, the Blade franchise is not available to watch via Disney+, with the trilogy up for rental or purchase via Prime Video.

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The actor would love to return in a different role.

The Blade film series remains one of the best pre-mcu properties Marvel has produced in the minds of many, chronicling the journey of Snipes' eponymous vampirical superhero.

A decade ago, Dylan O'Brien was a rising star in the entertainment industry. After success on a little-known MTV series, he was tapped to lead what should have been the next big franchise. The popularity of dystopian franchises such as The Hunger Games and Divergent made it apparent that there was a market for more content. O'Brien starred as Thomas in The Maze Runner, an adaptation of James Dashner's book of the same name about a group of boys who wake up in a terrifying maze with no memory of who they are.

While The Maze Runner was a commercial success, critics were less impressed, and the franchise lost steam during the third film, The Death Cure. O'Brien was injured during a stunt gone wrong when he was hit by a car. The actor has since gone on the record about how his safety concerns were disregarded, leading to a bad experience on set.

Warning: This article contains Spoilers for Harley Quinn season 5, episode 1Harley Quinn season 5 might not have been talked about much before its release due to the focus on James Gunn's DC Universe, but I have to say it will likely turn heads. I'm a fan of the show and the expanded universe it has created, which now includes a Kite Man spinoff series. That kind of worldbuilding, presenting a lived-in world from the start full of established heroes and villains, is exactly what Gunn is going for with the Dcu, and Harley Quinn could teach the franchise some lessons.

Harley Quinn is a 2019 film focusing on the titular character's evolution after severing ties with the Joker. As she seeks to establish herself as an independent force in Gotham City's criminal underworld, the film explores her journey toward becoming Gotham's criminal Queenpin.

Release Date  November 29, 2019Rating  TV-MAGenres  Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Animation,...

Laurence Fishburne left CSI: Crime Scene Investigation for a specific reason. The show, which premiered on CBS in 2000, was created by Anthony E. Zuiker and ran for 15 seasons, in the process spawning half a dozen spinoffs including CSI: Miami, which ran for 10 seasons, and CSI: NY, which ran for nine. The flagship show, which followed a Las Vegas Police Department crime scene investigation team, featured a rotating cast of stars over the years, which included William Petersen, Marg Helgenberger, Gary Dourdan, George Eads, Jorja Fox, Paul Guilfoyle, Eric Szmanda, Robert David Hall, Louise Lombard, and Elisabeth Shue.

Laurence Fishburne joined the CSI franchise in 2008, first appearing on the flagship show in season 9 as former medical doctor Raymond Langston and becoming a main cast member two episodes later, after the departure of Petersen's longtime character Gil Grissom, who had been a part of the series since the pilot. During his tenure,...

The NAACP Image Award nominations have been revealed — with “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo, multi-hyphenate Keke Palmer, rapper Kendrick Lamar, comedian Kevin Hart and NFL hall of famer-turned-broadcaster Shannon Sharpe competing for Entertainer of the Year.

The winner of the prestigious award will be announced on Feb. 22 during the two-hour live broadcast of the 56th NAACP Image Awards from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium, airing on BET and CBS. The theme for this year’s show is, “Our Stories, Our Culture, Our Excellence.” A host is yet to be announced, though Queen Latifah emceed the previous two ceremonies.

“The Piano Lesson” leads the motion picture categories with 14 nominations, including recognition for director Malcolm Washington and stars John David Washington, Danielle Deadwyler, Samuel L. Jackson, Corey Hawkins and Skylar Aleece Smith. The Netflix movie was nominated for outstanding motion picture, alongside Sony’s “Bad Boys: Ride or Die,” Paramount’s “Bob Marley: One Love,...

Nominations for the 56th NAACP Image Awards were announced Tuesday, with Ayo Edebiri reigning supreme as the year’s most-nominated TV performer.

Edebiri earned four total nominations, three for her work on FX’s The Bear and another for her memorable hosting debut on NBC’s Saturday Night Live.

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The most-nominated TV series overall is ABC’s Abbott Elementary with 10 nominations, including...

When it comes to sunshine, tans, and crystal-clear waters, it's hard to beat Florida. With consistently warm weather, vibrant colors, and a bustling nightlife, the Sunshine State -- particularly Miami -- offers plenty to admire. It remains a top destination for beachgoers looking to unwind and soak up the laid-back atmosphere.

Hollywood has long taken notice of Florida's exemplary conditions, consistently using the state's magnetic glow as a backdrop for countless films. Many of these movies have achieved monumental success. But what are the 10 best movies set in the state? We're glad you asked! We've compiled a list of our favorite films that not only take place in Florida but often make the state a central figure in the story.

Keep in mind, these aren't just movies shot in Florida, like, say, Harold Ramis' "Caddyshack." Each film on this list is set in or around the Sunshine State, using its...

What if we told you we knew a magic trick that would allow you to watch the first two films of the Now You See Me franchise for free? Granted, it's not really a magic trick, per se, just some information about the films heading to a certain streaming platform to be watched for free. The timing couldn't be better for this to happen because a third installment is on the way in 2025, which gives fans and the uninitiated a chance to get reacquainted or familiar with the popular franchise.

Now You See Me and Now You See Me 2 are headed to Tubi on Dec. 31. Tubi is a free ad-supported streaming service launched in 2014 and has been owned by the Fox Corporation since 2020. The service has stepped up its game considerably and consists of original programming as well as some of your favorite films – all available for free. It...

Christmas is almost here, and that means it’s time to break out those classic and nostalgic Black-led holiday flicks.

When it comes to Black Christmas cinema, the Black community takes it very seriously, as there’s literally a debate online almost every year about which Black Christmas movies are the best, which ones aren’t Christmas movies at all, and the movies you have to have seen in order to not have your “Black card” revoked.

The Preacher’s Wife and Friday After Next are definitely Christmas movies.

— Dev Long (@thehiphopfoodie) December 14, 2024

Whether you’re into a heartwarming flick that make you shed some tears or a family-centered comedy that will make the sides of your stomach ace from laughter, TheWrap has it all here for you. Here are many Black-led and/or created Christmas movies to deck your halls to this Christmas season.

“The Preacher’s Wife” “The Preacher’s Wife” (1996)

In the Black home,...

An early 2000's mystery thriller starring Denzel Washington will soon be streaming on Prime Video. Out of Time sees Washington star opposite Eva Mendes as he blurs the lines between his personal and professional life, an dthe film hits Prime Video on Dec. 1.

In Out of Time, Washington stars as Matt Whitlock, a respected police chief in a small Florida town. His life becomes complicated when he goes through a divorce from his detective wife Alex (Eva Mendes) and begins an affair with Ann Harrison (Sanaa Lathan). When Matt finds out Ann has terminal cancer, he steals $500,000 of impounded drug money to help pay for her cancer treatment. Soon after, Ann and her husband, Chris (Dean Cain), die in a suspicious fire, and the stolen money goes missing. Matt finds himself the prime suspect in the investigation, and he is forced to use his detective skills to stay ahead of...

Let’s face it – Alien movies are not created equal. In my Alien: Romulus review, I noted that there have really only ever been two flawless films in the franchise, with the rest all having moments of genius (well – most of them) but none measuring up to the first two movies in the saga. All of this makes Alien movie rankings quite controversial, as it’s a divisive topic. So, how does our Alien movies ranked list shape up? Let’s dive right in, shall we?

Alien Vs Predator: Requiem (2007)

I honestly couldn’t believe Fox had the gall to release this as a legit entry into the franchise in 2007. At the time, the studio had a bad reputation for putting out half-baked and cheap genre fare (made even more frustrating by how many were based on top-notch properties). This was the nadir of both the Alien and Predator franchises.

More Alien vs. Predator movies could be on the way, combining characters from the new subfranchises spawned by Prey and Alien: Romulus. The original crossover franchise between the Alien movies and the Predator movies kicked off with AvP in 2004 and was followed by a sequel subtitled Requiem in 2007. While AvP 3 has so far failed to come to fruition, both franchises are still going strong with the 2022 prequel Prey being followed by Predator: Badlands and 2024's Romulus becoming the second highest-grossing movie in the franchise.

The Hollywood Reporter recently sat down for an interview with 20th Century president Steve Asbell. During their conversation, he touched on the success of both franchises and the possibility of the Alien vs. Predator subfranchise continuing in the wake of their success. In a word, he said a new AvP movie would "probably" happen, though "we haven't gotten to that point." He adds that such...

Some very big stars stepped out to attend the Project Healthy Minds World Mental Health Day Gala on Thursday night (October 10) in New York City.

Demi Lovato and Chance the Rapper posed for photos outside of the event, which was hosted at Spring Studios.

They were just two of the celebrities on the guestlist. We pulled all of the pictures together so that you could easily see who was there and what they were wearing.

Keep reading to find out more…

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Demi Lovato

Chance the Rapper

Savannah Guthrie and Mike Feldman

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Sanaa Lathan

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Jennifer Ashton and Tom Werner

Speaking of Demi, have you heard her new song “You’ll Be Ok, Kid” yet? It was the theme song to her new documentary Child Star, which saw her make her directorial debut.

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Millennial and Gen Z-driven mental health tech non-profit Project Healthy Minds has revealed the participants for its third annual World Mental Health Day Festival and the guests for its second annual World Mental Health Day Gala. The festival takes Oct. 10 at New York City’s Hudson Yards, with the gala kicking off that evening at Spring Studios.

Participants revealed thus far for the festival’s 2024 edition include Demi Lovato, Obb Media founder/CEO Michael D. Ratner, New York Governor Kathy Hochul, showrunner and producer Brian Koppelman, Bonobos CEO Andy Dunn, comedian Gary Gulman, SoulCycle co-founder Julie Rice and the “Today” show’s Carson Daly. Gala guests include Laura Benanti, Paul Walter Hauser, Howard Schultz and Leo Pearlman; the gala is hosted by Carson Daly with an introduction from “Today” co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, who serves as a Dinner Chair alongside her husband, Fgs Global co-chairman Mike Feldman. Producer and reality TV...

From memorable meetings to seeing him on stage, and learning late that he had voiced Darth Vader, Guardian readers remember a great and generous actor

• James Earl Jones: a life in pictures

• Peter Bradshaw on a magisterial star who inspired love and respect

I got to meet James Earl Jones in 2010 for a moment after seeing the play Cat on a Hot Tin Roof at the Novello theatre in London. It was an all-black cast with James Earl Jones, Phylicia Rashad as well as Sanaa Lathan and Adrian Lester. It was quite the experience, especially as a black woman. I was a fan of James Earl Jones because of Coming to America, and Roots, so seeing him in the flesh and being able to say hello and tell him and how much I loved the play was exciting. I didn’t want anything signed, but told him how much...

On Friday, September 13, ABC’s Tamron Hall explores women’s friendships and the concept of sisterhood. The episode, titled “The New Sisterhood Vibe Check,” looks into the depths of female camaraderie and examines whether women truly support each other. Kicking off the conversation are actresses Sanaa Lathan and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, who star in the upcoming Hulu […]

Tamron Hall: The New Sisterhood Vibe Check...

This week on “Tamron Hall,” host Tamron Hall welcomes guests Chloe Bailey, Kristell Jean, James Wimbley, Attica Locke, Chloe Gong, Burt Watson, Sanaa Lathan, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Joanna “Jojo” Levesque, among others. Plus, extraordinary kids with big dreams and even bigger personalities, and some of the authors making waves right now!

Guest Lineup Monday, September 9, 2024– Chloe Bailey: The singer-songwriter, actress and producer joins the Tam Fam for an epic hour! She talks about her sophomore album “Trouble in Paradise,” her starring role in the limited series “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” and her show-stopping red carpet looks. Plus, she dishes on her dating life and how becoming an aunt has changed her. New | #6005 Tuesday, September 10, 2024Little Dreamers, Big Dreams 4

– Nolan Never Stop Ninja: Shows off his skills on an in-studio obstacle course.

– Lil Hunter Kelly: 11-year-old performs his hilarious stand-up comedy set.

– Sirius Tan & Yilinka Dai: Dance prodigies perform the cha-cha.

The Perfect Couple is a mystery crime drama series created by Jenna Lamia. Based on the 2018 novel of the same name by author Elin Hilderbrand, the Netflix series follows the story of Amelia, a young woman who is getting ready to marry into the wealthy Winbury family but after a dead body is found on their property all of them become suspects which causes some dark secrets to come out. The Perfect Couple stars Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Meghann Fahy, Eve Hewson, Dakota Fanning, Ishaan Khattar, Billy Howle, and Jack Reynor. So, if you loved the mystery, toxic relationships, and a thrilling story in The Perfect Couple here are some similar shows you should check out next.

Big Little Lies (Max & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – HBO

Big Little Lies is a mystery dark comedy-drama series created by David E. Kelley. Based on the 2014 novel of the same name by author Liane Moriarty,...

Hulu’s drama The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat, based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Edward Kelsey Moore, is a heartfelt period piece reminiscent of other classic ensembles such as Waiting to Exhale or Steel Magnolias. The film follows three best friends, Odette (Aunjanue Ellis and Kyanna Simone), Barbara Jean (Sanaa Lathan and Tati Gabrielle) and Clarice (Uzo Aduba and Abigail Achiri), known as “The Supremes” because of how close the women are since their youth, who, for over four decades, face the difficulties of love, marriage, loss, grief and occasional joys that life has to offer. When a sudden illness and devastating heartbreak threaten to break the bonds of their friendship, they must figure out a way to survive the new storm with love and courage.

Here, Simone talks to Deadline about being fearlessly Black in Hollywood, portraying stellar actresses and stepping into her role as Odette.

Tell Me Lies is a brilliantly written drama about a toxic couple created by Meaghan Oppenheimer. Based on a 2018 novel of the same name by author Carola Lovering, the series revolves around the toxic relationship between Lucy (Grace Van Patten) and Stephen (Jackson White), two college sweethearts whose relationship never quite gets on the right track, and after some time they find it hard to keep all the pieces together. So, if you loved the toxic relationship, steamy scenes, and a ton of drama in Tell Me Lies here are some similar shows you should check out next.

You’re the Worst (Hulu & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – FX

You’re the Worst is a romantic comedy-drama series created by Stephen Falk. The FX series revolves around a very unhealthy relationship between Jimmy, a self-centered novelist, and Gretchen, a self-destructive PR executive, which begins after they meet at the wedding of Jimmy...

Get ready for big emotions and big smiles when “Tamron Hall” returns for its sixth season on Tuesday, September 3.

Hosted by veteran journalist Tamron Hall, the popular daytime talk show is returning with brand new exclusive interviews and star-studded performances from the likes of Miranda Lambert, Quincy Brown, Chloe Bailey, Method Man, Dolly Parton, Sanaa Lathan, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Eve, Lil Rel Howery, Ina Garten, Jay Pharoah, Yara Shahidi, as well as a special live set from “The Reunion Tour” with Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, Marvin Sapp and Fred Hammond, with many more scheduled to come.

Focusing on the theme of “nurture” as well as bringing viewers more inspirational, entertaining and topical conversations, season six will see the debut of a new theme song by the seven-time Grammy-nominated and NAACP Image Award-winning duo The Baylor Project.

Receiving three Daytime Emmy Award nominations this year, including Best Daytime Talk Series Host, an award Hall has won twice,...

Betty A. Bridges, an actress and the mother of Diff’rent Strokes star Todd Bridges who appeared on her son’s sitcom, Hill Street Blues, Ally McBeal and many other shows, has died. She was 83.

Bridges died Wednesday in hospice care at Todd’s home in Phoenix, publicist Elizabeth Much announced.

During her four-decade career, Betty Alice Bridges appeared on everything from Police Woman, Good Times, Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman, Charlie’s Angels, Wonder Woman and Quincy, M.E. to Flamingo Road, Lou Grant, Dallas, NYPD Blue, ER and Scrubs.

The Dallas native also was seen in such films as A Night at the Roxbury (1998) and Building Bridges (2000), a 45-minute documentary about Todd, who as a child actor in Hollywood dealt with his share of trouble.

Bridges was a manager and acting coach, too; she co-founded Kane Bridge Academy, and among her students were Nia Long, sisters Reina and Regina King, Sanaa Lathan,...

Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for 1992, The Deliverance and Only Murders in the Building.

Adam Sandler: Love You special screening

Sandler debuted his new Netflix comedy special in NYC on Aug. 20, alongside director (and former Uncut Gems collaborator) Josh Safdie.

Josh Safdie and Adam Sandler The Crow premiere

Bill Skarsgard and FKA Twigs walked the carpet at the NY premiere of their new version of The Crow on Aug. 20. The premiere was followed by an afterparty hosted by Lionsgate, TikTok and Ssense.

Bill Skarsgard and FKA Twigs Director Rupert Sanders at the afterparty. Only Murders in the Building premiere

With season four of the hit Hulu comedy heading to Los Angeles, stars Steve Martin, Martin

Short, Selena Gomez and Meryl Streep followed suit for the premiere on the Paramount lot on Aug. 22.

Meryl Streep,...

Betty A. Bridges, who guested on dozen of popular TV series during a 40-year career ranging from Good Times and Charlie’s Angels to Lou Grant and Hill Street Blues to ER and 2 Broke Girls and later was a prominent acting coach, died August 27. She was 83.

She died at the Phoenix home of her son, Diff’rent Strokes and reality TV star Todd Bridges, where she had been in hospice care. Rep Elizabeth Much confirmed her death to Deadline, but no cause was given.

Born on August 1, 1941, Betty Bridges got her screen start guesting on such 1970s TV shows as Police Woman, Charlie’s Angels and Norman Lear’s Good Times and Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman. She continued to work consistently for much of the next four decades, mostly in TV. She made guest appearances in popular series including Wonder Woman; What’s Happening!!; Quincy, M.E.; CHiPs; Lou Grant; Diff’rent Strokes...

Uzo Aduba was at the Friday night premiere of Searchlight Pictures’ “The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat” in Los Angeles fresh from attending the Democratic National Convention.

She told Variety watching Vice President Kamala Harris accept the Democratic Party’s nomination for the presidency felt like “an outstanding check had finally been paid on the American dream.”

“It felt like the promise of America is still reaching toward fulfilling itself, and I think it makes me excited to know that the country, despite what we have seen in time, is still reaching forward toward becoming a more hopeful and more inclusive nation,” Aduba said.

“The Supremes” tells the multi-generational story of three best friends and their unbreakable sisterhood. Aduba plays Clarice Baker, who she describes as a “woman who has given everything she has for everyone else, selflessly putting aside her own dreams to see others live out theirs.”

“She’s...

CultureCon is coming back and bringing Cynthia Erivo, Yara Shahidi and Law Roach with it.

Presented by Max, CultureCon is scheduled to take place at Duggal Greenhouse in Brooklyn from Oct. 5 to 6. It will be preceded by additional programming in the days leading up to the big conference. Powered by the Creative Collective NYC, CultureCon hosts diverse creatives as a way to connect with other creators, learn best practices to build their craft and career and network with industry experts while taking in a schedule of programming. This year’s theme will be camp.

“We’re so honored to see CultureCon take its place as a global platform that champions creativity, community and democratizes access for diverse creatives,” founder and CEO Imani Ellis said in a statement. “I’m beyond excited to celebrate culture-shifters who inspire us all to be unapologetic in our pursuit for creative equity. Together, we’re...

The film portrays the undying friendship between three Black women through the joys and sorrows of life. Strong performances by the ensemble cast add depth to the emotional narrative of friendship and support, which helps us forget about the movie's empty supporting characters and weak attempts at humor. Despite some Lifetime Movie-style moments, the film's heartwarming portrayal of enduring friendship shines through all the melodrama.

The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat chronicles decades of friendship between three very different Black women. The narrative jumps back and forth from their teenage years to the turn of the 21st century with laughter, tragedy, and crises galore blended like a malted milkshake. A tear or two may be shed as the film pours melodrama on thick in a Lifetime movie of the week fashion, which doesn't help the long runtime, intermittent pacing, and cookie-cutter supporting characters. That said, both leading ensembles are endearing and...

On Monday August 26 2024, ABC broadcasts Good Morning America!

Episode 272 Episode Summary

The upcoming episode of “Good Morning America” promises an exciting lineup that will engage a wide audience. Scheduled to air on ABC, this episode features a mix of authors and actors, highlighting their latest projects and sharing insights on various topics.

Authors Megan McNamee and Judy Delaware will be featured, discussing their recent works and the inspiration behind their writing. Their conversation is expected to offer a glimpse into the literary world and the creative process, making it a treat for book lovers.

The episode will also welcome a talented group of actors, including Uzo Aduba, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and Sanaa Lathan. Each guest is known for their impressive performances in film and television, and they are likely to share stories from their careers and upcoming roles. The blend of talent promises to make for engaging discussions.

In a fun twist,...

Regarded as one of the greatest actors of this generation, Denzel Washington has contributed to a wide variety of roles. With numerous accolades and box office hits, he has proven to be a reputed star in the industry. But even after such fame and talent, the 2 times Oscar-winner has found himself amidst countless allegations of infidelity.

Denzel Washington in The Bone Collector | Credits: Columbia Pictures

Denzel Washington has been married to actress Pauletta Washington for over 40 years now. While the Equalizer actor’s cheating rumors have always haunted his marriage life, his wife’s statement on The Wendy Williams Show in 2011 suggested otherwise.

For his charismatic aura and personality, Washington has always been highly admired by his female fans and co-stars. During a visit to The Wendy Williams Show, when Pauletta Washington was asked about the immense female attention to her husband, she smartly replied that she feels secure with Denzel Washington.

“Alien: Romulus,” out now in theaters, is a surprise late-summer hit and proof positive that the “Alien” franchise is far from over.

And the new movie, plus the upcoming FX series “Alien: Earth,” have us wanting to look back at the series – the highs, the lows and the what-were-they-thinkings. Below is the definitive ranking of every “Alien” movie.

Chest-bursters and face-huggers are, of course, welcome.

20th Century 9. “Alien vs. Predator: Requiem” (2007)

The poster for “Alien vs. Predator: Requiem” is stylized as “Avp R,” which emphasizes the fact that the movie was actually rated R, unlike the earlier PG-13-rated “Alien vs. Predator.” And, in that sense, the movie delivers the goods – there’s a ton of splatter in this installment.

A direct sequel to the earlier extraterrestrial team-up movie, “Avp R” is set in a small Colorado town, where a predator/alien hybrid from the end of the previous movie is on a bloodthirsty rampage.

Our top streaming pick this week, “Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1,” is Kevin Costner’s spiritual sequel to his seven-time Oscar winner “Dances With Wolves.” The awards chances for “Horizon” look dimmer than “Dances,” though, especially after the passion project flopped in theaters.

The film is a Western epic following the arduous journeys of settlers and outlaws as they try to reach the frontier town of Horizon. In addition to Costner, who plays a stoic horse trader named Hayes Ellison, the sprawling cast includes Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Abbey Lee, and Luke Wilson, among many others. The release of in-the-can second part has been postponed indefinitely, but now that “Chapter 1” can potentially gin up some interest with its streaming release on Max, maybe “Chapter 2” will get a new date soon.

Here are some other movies to stream this weekend:

“The Supremes At Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat”: While the title...

To celebrate the release of The Supremes At Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat, which debuts on Disney+ and Hulu this week, we had the pleasure of chatting with some of the cast about this moving and poignant comedy-drama based on the best-selling book of the same name.

The movie follows lifelong best friends Odette (Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor), Barbara Jean (Sanaa Lathan), and Clarice (Uzo Aduba) known as “The Supremes”, who share the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood from decades of weathering life’s storms. Through the joys and sorrows of life, marriage, and children, happiness and blues, love and loss, new shades of heartbreak and illness threaten to stir up the past when the trio sees their bond put to the test as they face their most challenging times yet.

Chatting to the incredible cast – including Oscar Nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (Odette), Sanaa Lathan (Barbara Jean), Russell Hornsby (Richmond Baker), Mehki Phifer (James Hornsby), and Kyanna Simone...

If you were waiting for The Crow film series reboot, then the wait is finally over. Directed by Rupert Sanders from a screenplay co-written by Zach Baylin and William Schneider, The Crow is based on a superhero comic book series created by James O’Barr, the gothic superhero film follows the story of Soulmates Eric Draven and Shelly Webster, and both are brutally murdered. Draven returns from the dead to seek revenge. The Crow stars Bill Skarsgård and FKA twigs in the lead roles with Danny Huston, Isabella Wei, Laura Birn, Jordan Bolger, Dukagjin Podrimaj, and Sami Bouajila starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the brutal action, intense characters, and gothic vibes of The Crow, here are some similar movies you should check out next.

The Crow Credit – Dimension Films

The Crow is a gothic action horror superhero film directed by Alex Proyas from a screenplay co-written by David J. Schow and John Shirley.

Okay all you music biopic fans, just keep reading the title past the first two words. This should give you a hint that it’s not the “rags to riches” tale of the 60s talented titanic trio from Motown. Actually, this story is set quite a distance from Detroit. way down in North Carolina. And yes, much of the flashback sequences are set in the 1960s, but the title refers to a nickname given to three childhood friends. And if you’d guess that the ploy revolves around their “ups and downs”, romances and challenges, well you’re perhaps familiar with the novel this film is based upon…or you picked up the gist of it from the poster. So, get those tissues ready to wipe away the tears inspired by The Supremes At Earl’S All-you-can-eat.

After a brief flash-forward, the film focused on three middle-aged women strolling toward the aforementioned eatery.

Tina Mabry’s The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat shares the story of Odette, Clarice and Barbara Jean, three lifelong friends united through every challenge life brings. From escaping troubled homes as teenagers in 1960s Indiana, the women lean on each other through everything from heartbreak and loss to health scares.

Directed by Tina Mabry from a script co-written with Gina Prince-Bythewood, the film explores the power of their bond over decades. Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor plays the outspoken Odette, with Uzo Aduba as pianist Clarice and Sanaa Lathan portraying Barbara Jean. Younger versions are acted by Kyanna Simone, Abigail Achiri, and Tati Gabrielle.

At its heart, the film celebrates the solace women can take in sisterhood when facing adversity. From their antics as youth to familial roles as adults, the Supremes lean on each other and local haven Earl’s Diner. Their friendship proves a source of fun, comfort, and strength,...

Alien vs. Predator revived both franchises by introducing a new generation of fans to the iconic sci-fi monsters. The PG-13 rating for Alien vs. Predator made it accessible to younger viewers, expanding the audience and attracting new fans. Despite mixed reviews, Alien vs. Predator set in motion the continued success of both the Alien and Predator franchises with several sequels.

August 2024 saw the release of Alien: Romulus, the latest entry in the Alien franchise. It also marked the 20th anniversary of Alien vs. Predator, which hit theaters on Friday, the 13th of August 2004. Directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, Alien vs. Predator, or Avp, was marketed as an epic crossover between the Alien and Predator franchises. The film was a moderate box office hit, but the critical reaction was far from kind to the movie and is only saved from being the worst-reviewed entry in either franchise thanks to the 2007 follow-up,...

Adaptation of Edward Kelsey Moore’s novel has admirable intentions and terrific cast but is too rushed to soar

In The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat, three best friends lock arms for life, hoisting each other up as they are dealt one tough hand after another. The women – played by Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Uzo Aduba and Sanaa Lathan in their later years – keep their heads up through crushed dreams, manipulative romances, domestic abuse, addiction, violent hate crimes, the devastating loss of a child and a cancer diagnosis. There’s a lot of trauma to unpack. But that’s not really what The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat is out to do.

The movie, adapted from Edward Kelsey Moore’s bestselling novel and directed by Tina Mabry, stays buoyant and lighthearted, with intention. Hollywood only tends to tell Black stories when they can dwell on misfortune. This dramedy, instead, chooses joy and laughter,...

On Tuesday night Jimmy Kimmel Live! welcomes actor Colman Domingo, actress Sanaa Lathan, and the band Kaleo to the show as part of its summer season. RuPaul will be hosting the episode. Colman Domingo joins the show to discuss his role in the film Sing Sing, which premiered in 2023 and was released in the […]

Jimmy Kimmel Live!: Colman Domingo, Sanaa Lathan, Kaleo...

The reception to Alien: Romulus has already been rather strong, making the future of the franchise seem much brighter. There's no telling if there will be any more Predator crossover movies, though Romulus director Fede Alvarez is open to the idea.

Per Deadline, Alvarez was asked about the possibility of working on a new Alien vs. Predator film following the release of Romulus. The director commented that it could be a collaboration with filmmaker Dan Trachtenberg, who directed the hit Predator prequel Prey. As far as whether he'd seriously be interested in heading down that road, Alvarez suggested that it would depend on the success of Romulus along with how much fan desire there might be for Alien vs. Predator 3 to happen.

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While the all-star casts of The Supremes at Earl’s All-You-Can-Eat and Fight Night will have their glitzy premieres in Hollywood and New York, respectively, in the upcoming weeks, when it came time to screen those films to audiences for the first time, that took place far from the typical red carpet venues — a performing arts center in Martha’s Vineyard.

That’s where actors like Sanaa Lathan, Uzo Aduba, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor and Mekhi Phifer — the stars of The Supremes — along with Fight Night’s Taraji P. Henson and Abbott Elementary’s Sheryl Lee Ralph and more flocked for the Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival earlier this month, signalling the prominence and importance of the film festival as it completed its 22nd year.

The Mvaaf has become a key destination for Black projects of all types — from documentaries like Netflix’s Daughters and CNN Films’ Luther to Natasha Rothwell...

The Supremes At Earl’S All-you-can-eat follows lifelong best friends Odette (Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor), Barbara Jean (Sanaa Lathan), and Clarice (Uzo Aduba) known as “The Supremes”, who share the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood from decades of weathering life’s storms. Through the joys and sorrows of life, marriage and children, happiness and blues, love and loss, new shades of heartbreak and illness threaten to stir up the past when the trio sees their bond put to the test as they face their most challenging times yet.

Cast includes Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Sanaa Lathan, Uzo Aduba, Mekhi Phifer, Julian McMahon, Vondie Curtis-Hall, and Russell Hornsby.

Directed by Tina Mabry and Written by Cee Marcellus and Tina Mabry, Based on the 2013 New York Times best-selling novel by Edward Kelsey Moore.

The film hits Hulu on Friday, Aug 23rd.

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One of the greatest franchises of all time, Alien has found its way to immortality through its unique ability to evolve. Few franchises can bounce around genres quite like Alien. Additionally, each director brings their own flavor to the conversation. Fede Álvarez joins a club that features Ridley Scott, James Cameron, and David Fincher as he hopes to reignite love in the iconic series. Today, FandomWire is ranking the films in the franchise, including Alien: Romulus, which releases this week.

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