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’12 Mighty Orphans’ Gets Caught Somewhere Between Plucky Underdog Sports Film & Sentimental Biopic [Tribeca Review]

June 11, 2021 2:05 pm

Having spent most of my life in New England, where sports are the way of life and the Patriots hoard more cultural cachet than the Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins, and maybe even the mayor combined, I have never unde...

‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’: Liam Neeson Says He Won’t Appear As Qui-Gon Jinn; “I Haven’t Been Approached”

Christopher Marc

June 11, 2021 1:56 pm

News, Television

Earlier this year, "Star Wars: The Phantom Menace" actor Liam Neeson told Collider that he would be open to the idea of reprising his role as Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn in the upcoming "Obi-Wan Kenobi" series. R...

‘The Beast Must Die’ Trailer: Jared Harris Stars In A Revenge Thriller For AMC+ Coming In July

Edward Davis

June 11, 2021 1:30 pm

News, Television, Trailers

AMC has a revenge thriller coming your way that could put AMC+ on the map. The series "The Beast Must Die" stars BAFTA Award-winning actor Jared Harris ("Chernobyl," "Mad Men") and Cush Jumbo ("The Good Wife,"...

‘Love Spreads’ Trailer: Alia Shawkat & Eiza Gonzales Star In A Girl-Band Tribeca Drama

Charles Barfield

June 11, 2021 1:25 pm

News, Trailers

There is no shortage of films about the difficulties of being an artist. But when you have a film about the creative difficulties of being a musician that features a cast led by Alia Shawkat and Eiza Gonzales,...

Luke Wilson Talks ‘12 Mighty Orphans,’ The 20th Anniversary Of ‘The Royal Tenenbaums,’ ‘Idiocracy’ & More [The Playlist Podcast]

Charles Barfield

June 11, 2021 1:12 pm

Interviews, News, Podcasts

If you’re a regular reader of The Playlist, then it’s likely you’re a fan of Luke Wilson. From his debut in the incredible film, “Bottle Rocket,” to his later collaborations with Wes Anderson, to his highly un...

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‘Foe’: Saoirse Ronan, Paul Mescal & Lakeith Stanfield To Star In Director Garth Davis’ Sci-Fi Drama

Charles Barfield

June 11, 2021 12:15 pm

News

To say Garth Davis has experienced an interesting filmmaking career is an understatement. After breaking out in a big way with his Oscar-nominated feature, “Lion,” he experienced some issues finding release fo...

‘Nine Perfect Strangers’ Trailer: The Journey Of Wellness With Nicole Kidman & A Starry A-List Cast Begins In August On Hulu

Edward Davis

June 11, 2021 12:04 pm

News, Television, Trailers

First of all, you need to know that the cast of Hulu's "Perfect Strangers" and creator David E. Kelly aren't playing around. The upcoming series stars Nicole Kidman, Melissa McCarthy, Michael Shannon, Luke Eva...

‘Black Widow’ Director Explains How ‘No Country For Old Men’ & ‘Thelma & Louise’ Inspired The New Marvel Film

Charles Barfield

June 11, 2021 11:23 am

News

Over the years, whenever there is a new Marvel Studios film or TV project getting released, there’s this fun game where the director explains their inspiration. Typically, this is an attempt to relay what vibe...

‘Physical’: A Bold, Brilliant & Deeply Empathetic Reimagining Of The Female Antihero [Review]

Arielle Bernstein

June 11, 2021 11:06 am

Features, News, Reviews, Television

In Apple TV+’s deliciously dark comedy “Physical,” central protagonist Sheila Rubin, played brilliantly and compassionately by Rose Byrne, transforms from a San Diego housewife trying to make ends meet to the ...

‘Aquaman & The Lost Kingdom’: James Wan Reveals Title To The Highly Anticipated DC Superhero Sequel

Charles Barfield

June 11, 2021 10:44 am

News

Typically, when you have a film that makes $1 billion at the box office and kickstarts a huge superhero franchise, a studio will desperately try to rush out a sequel. Well, for “Aquaman,” which hit theaters in...

Jonah Hill To Co-Write & Star In A New Comedy Film From Kenya Barris

Charles Barfield

June 11, 2021 10:29 am

News

Kenya Barris is one of the most in-demand creators and screenwriters working in comedy today. Not only is he the man behind “Black-ish,” the popular sitcom that has run for seven seasons, but Barris wrote “Com...

‘Midnight In The Switchgrass’ Red Band Trailer: Megan Fox & Bruce Willis Search For A Serial Killer

Brynne Ramella

June 11, 2021 10:07 am

News, Trailers

When you think Megan Fox and Bruce Willis, you might think a lot of things — FBI agents probably aren't what initially comes to mind. However, "Midnight in the Switchgrass" is ready to subvert that expectation...

‘Hacks’ Showrunners On Jean Smart’s Personal Loss During Filming

Gregory Ellwood

June 11, 2021 9:26 am

Awards, Awards Campaign, Interviews, News, Television

One of HBO Max's breakout hits (well, at least that's what social media tells us), "Hacks" has been the third jewel in the Jean Smart renaissance that began with "Watchmen" and was followed by definite ratings...

‘See’ Season 2 Trailer: Jason Momoa Returns As A Blind Warrior For AppleTV+

Valerie Thompson

June 11, 2021 8:41 am

News, Television, Trailers

The dystopian series “See” is coming back for another season. The Jason Momoa-led project utilizes sci-fi themes to tell the story of a father's quest to save his children. Much like last season, the goals rem...

‘Legendary’: Dashaun Wesley On The Controversial Judging Of Season Two

Gregory Ellwood

June 11, 2021 2:16 am

Awards, Awards Campaign, Interviews, News, Television

"Legendary," which just finished its second season on HBO Max, is one of the most confounding competition programs on television. Featuring 10 different ballroom houses battling for $100,000, the series has in...