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The 1980s anime "Barefoot Gen" offers not only an apocalyptic vision of the devastating effects of the atomic bomb but it also paints a portrait of Japanese resilience and resistance in a moment when such things must have surely felt impossible.
“The world is opening to the fact that genius does not stem from individuals like us on stage, but rather genius emerges from the collective. We are all products of our context. We are all descendants of something and someone.” - Daniel Kwan
#Oscars
“To all of the people that have supported the genre movies that I have made for all these years. The thousands and hundreds of thousands of people—we just won an Oscar together!” - Jamie Lee Curtis.
#Oscars
What the hell is going on in Beverly Hills? The social media storm surrounding this season of
#RHOBH
has hit a spectacular new low, after a targeted bot campaign attacked a cast member's young child.
“Thank you to the Academy for recognizing the superhero that is a Black woman. She endures, she loves, she overcomes. She is every woman in this film. She is my mother. This past week, Mabel Carter became an ancestor... Chadwick, please take care of Mom.” - Ruth Carter
#Oscars
Netflix’s newest film is an instant classic: a stunningly animated, unapologetically queer adventure. "From its opening exposition sequence, 'Nimona' makes apparent that it’s as special as it is unconventional," writes
@Colemanjspilde
.
A Trent Crimm-focused adventure? Or maybe a Higgins/Beard detective show? The cast of
#TedLasso
sound off on the spin-off series they would most like to see.
Honestly, we want to see them all.
"My journey started on a boat. I spent a year in a refugee camp. Somehow, I ended up here—on Hollywood’s biggest stage. They say stories like this only happen in the movies. I cannot believe it’s happening to me." - Ke Huy Quan.
#Oscars
Ideally fit for Halloween, "Guillermo del Toro’s Cabinet of Curiosities" is an eight-part Netflix anthology of original and adapted stories that doesn’t feature a single dud, delivering frights, heartache and insanity in excitingly surprising fashion.
The
#Oscars
are this Sunday (!!), so we are breaking down our favorite film performances of the year.
First up,
@colemanjspilde
explains why Cate Blanchett deserves another statue for her stunning portrayal of conductor Lydia Tár in 'Tár.'
It should come as no surprise that
#TheWomanKing
is an absolute blast of a cinematic experience. The action sequences are choreographed so brilliantly, but the deeper contextual arcs layered into them make it worth writing home about.
It's a SEE from us.
Tracy Chapman, who hasn’t performed in public in nine years, performed her iconic hit "Fast Car" alongside Luke Combs at the
#Grammys
on to thunderous applause and a standing ovation.
Despite getting little promotion and publicity, "Cunk on Earth" is a deeply funny, unexpectedly informative mockumentary that delivers as many laughs as fun little facts and tidbits about human history.
It's the best show you’re not watching right now.
While 'The Bear' still feels as kinetic and stressful as its award-winning first season, the series does itself a massive favor by shifting gears in Season 2.
Read
@fIetcherpeters
' review:
We got a secret, but we aren't taking this one to the grave. Want to know how
#PLLOriginalSin
turned 'Pretty Little Liars' into a gripping slasher? Well, we have the juicy details.
Mr. Johnson has become a fan favorite “Abbott Elementary” character.
William Stanford Davis explains why fans bring him to tears: “I’ve gotten [compliments] from janitors’ kids who’ve told me I’m right on the money."
“We want to dedicate this to the mommies. To our moms. Specifically to my mom and dad—thank you for not squashing my creativity when I was making disturbing horror films or dressing in drag as a kid, which is a threat to nobody.” - Daniel Scheinert
#Oscars
“For all the little boys and girls who look like me watching tonight, this is a beacon of hope and possibilities. This is proof that [you should] dream big and dreams do come true. And ladies, don’t let anybody tell you you are ever past your prime.” - Michelle Yeoh
#Oscars
An exhausting season finale, in which everyone ganged up on Heather Dubrow for increasingly nonsensical reasons, proved that she’s the most powerful and intimidating Housewife on
#RHOC
.
Completely bald and with skin the color of old milk, Austin Butler leaves his “Elvis” transformation behind for a delicious performance proving his movie-star potential.
#DunePart2
"I started in this business 30 years ago and things—they didn’t come easy to me, but there was a facility that I didn’t appreciate at the time, until it stopped. And I just want to say thank you for this acknowledgement." - Brendan Fraser
#Oscars
From the premiere alone, it’s quite clear that
#TheWinchesters
lacks what made 'Supernatural' exciting and other CW programs watchable: that iconic charisma.
Sorry, but it is a SKIP from us.
Of all the TV shows to have come out in the past 25 years,
#FamilyGuy
is the last one you'd think gay people would associate themselves with. But recently, it has experienced somewhat of a cultural resurgence online—especially in gay internet communities.
"'The Righteous Gemstones' is a show about megachurch maniacs losing their minds at the drop of a hat while striving to keep what’s theirs by any inane means possible," writes
@nschager
.
Read his full review:
“First of all, I just want to thank the Academy for not being mortally offended by the words women and talking put so close together like that. Cheers!” - Sarah Polley
#oscars
'Poker Face’s' relative lack of police presence, combined with Natasha Lyonne’s quietly, reluctantly emotional performance, gives the show a more tender feel than your average cop drama.
Hillary isn't stopping at selling "But Her Emails" merch.
In her new docuseries "Gutsy," she and her daughter road trip across the country to interview famous women, including Kim Kardashian, Megan Thee Stallion, and Wanda Sykes.
"Every time she’s on screen, you feel the depth of her life experience, so you don’t necessarily have to articulate every inch of the clock." Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris talk filming Claire Danes' tour de force performance on
#FleishmanIsInTrouble
.
Dan Reed’s documentary 'The Truth vs. Alex Jones' is a scathing portrait of Alex Jones and the vile misinformation he spread about the Sandy Hook tragedy. It’s also gives the parents of the victims some much-deserved retribution.
Taylor Swift just won her fourth Album of the Year trophy for 'Midnights.' With that win, she has surpassed Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, and Frank Sinatra, each of whom boast three Album of the Year wins.
#Grammys
Millions upon millions of people have been on the “One Piece” train since the manga debuted nearly 25 years ago. With the live-action take on its way, it’s time to get on board.
With her win for “Killers of the Flower Moon,” Lily Gladstone just became the first indigenous person to win a Golden Globe for best actress in a drama film.
18-year-old
#Heartstopper
actor Kit Connor was bullied into coming out as bisexual by fans demanding to know his sexuality because of the character he played. It’s dangerous. Enough.
"We made a film about the man who created the atomic bomb and, for better or for worse, we’re all living in Oppenheimer's world. So I’d really like to dedicate this to the peacemakers everywhere," Cillian Murphy said in his Best Actor Oscars speech.
Ryan Gosling took to the stage at the Oscars in a bedazzled, hot-pink suit befitting his character, belting out a glorious rendition of his character’s signature song: “I’m Just Ken.” And he was joined by legendary guitarist Slash.
Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey deliver heartbreaking performances in episode 6 of
#TheLastofUs
. As the bond between Joel and Ellie grows, so does our love for them—which makes the ending of this episode so terrifying.
Read
@ShannonOConnor0
's review/recap:
EXCLUSIVE | In a clip from the Season 3 premiere of “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” the reluctant hero embarks on a mission to thwart the secret plan to resurrect the Soviet Union.
"The true crime phenomenon is a reminder that while we’re being watched, questioned, and regarded with contempt for getting dinner, white folks are literally and figuratively getting away with murder."
@VDubShrug
writes.
Aaron Schimberg's 'A Different Man' is an audacious and electric psychosexual thriller of identity—featuring a career-best performance from Sebastian Stan.
Read
@nschager
's review:
Lily Gladstone won her first Golden Globe for her incredible work in 'Killers of the Flower Moon'! Her performance is one of the biggest reasons to see the film, it is some of the best acting of the year.
Rob Hoegee, the creator of Apple TV+’s new “Frog and Toad” series, talks through bringing the children’s book characters to life—and not being afraid of the queer subtext so many fans cherish.
After seeing Brendan Fraser’s scene-chewing acting in “Killers of the Flower Moon,” some moviegoers are demanding he give up his Oscar. Counterpoint: Maybe his performance is genius.
"For so many years, I was afraid I had nothing more to offer that no matter what I did, I'd never surpass what I achieved as a kid. Thankfully, more than 30 years later two guys thought of me, they remembered that kid and they gave me an opportunity to try again." - Ke Huy Quan
Costume designer Ruth E. Carter has made history once again! With her second Oscar for Best Costume Design, she is now the first Black woman to win multiple
#Oscars
in any category.
“I accept this award on behalf of every Black and Brown woman who has gone unheard yet over-policed—like Glenda Cleveland. Like Sandra Bland. Like Breonna Taylor." Niecy Nash accepted her first Emmy with a powerful speech.
Benny Safdie: “I was this close to being a physicist."
The writer-director-actor breaks down his standout year of acting roles in “Oppenheimer,” “Are You There God?,” and “The Curse”—and tells us why he nearly quit the business.
"Never give up!" Michelle Yeoh won Best Actress at the
#Oscars
, becoming only the second woman of color to win the trophy in the Academy Awards’ near 100-year history.
Watch her touching and inspiring speech:
'Connect' confirms that, at age 62, and with over 100 feature films under his belt, Takashi Miike has lost none of his aesthetic verve, his stewardship as enlivened and striking as ever.
Read
@nschager
's review:
“Animation is cinema. Animation is not a genre. Animation is ready to be taken to the next step, we are all ready for it. Please help us keep animation in the conversation.” - Guillermo del Toro accepting the Oscar for Best Animated Feature.
#Oscars
It’s the end of an era for 'Law & Order.' Sam Waterston, who played fan-favorite character Jack McCoy, is leaving the series after 30 years and more than 400 episodes.
'Scandal' alum Tony Goldwyn will replace him as the new DA.
After one of the most exhausting seasons in the franchise's history on
#RHOBH
, it’s refreshing to sit back and watch five of the worst people you’ll ever see squabble over incoherent drama on
#RHOSLC
.
Despite Jon Hamm’s diverse skill set and marquee good looks, he’s yet to find an ideal big-screen leading part—until, that is, 'Confess, Fletch.' It's a role he was born to play.
All the ‘Schoolhouse Rock’ classics—“Conjunction Junction,” “I’m Just a Bill,” “Interplanet Janet”—got a star-studded update, with everyone from Kermit the Frog to Black Eyed Peas paying tribute to celebrate its golden anniversary.
"It’s impossible to come away from 'Cora Bora' without feeling like you’ve just seen the first glimpses of phenomenal new talent."
@colemanjspilde
reviews the new indie comedy premiering out of
#SXSW
.
As heartbreakingly faithful as it is riveting and suspenseful, HBO's
#TheLastofUs
is a triumph that ends any further debate about the all-time best video game adaptation.
Read
@nschager
's review:
What it’s like to play a 30-year-old posing as a child? Well, Isabelle Fuhrman, who rose to fame when she was 12 in 2009’s 'Orphan,' tells
@lpbradley
all about it.
#OrphanFirstKill
Lisa Rinna’s petty refusal to try Kathy Hilton’s brand of tequila and drink Kendall Jenner’s instead is at the center of major
#RHOBH
drama. But which actually tastes better?
@OH19
finds out.
“We will always remain hopelessly devoted to.” John Travolta teared up as he introduced the “In Memoriam” segment at the
#Oscars
and referenced 'Grease,' which he co-starred in alongside the late Olivia Newton John.
"Bottoms" puts a nonsensical twist on the classic high school comedy and "Ahoska" wastes no time diving into the action that "Star Wars" fans crave.
Here's what else you should See and Skip:
From
#ALeagueOfTheirOwn
to
#BadSisters
, it's time to break down the best TV shows of the year. This was no easy task considering the vast amount of television available to watch this year, but we did it!
See our full list:
"Watching the movie is a reminder of the work that I was able to do early in my life in order to be comfortable with myself, because I am actually very, very comfortable in my skin."
Read
@kpfallon
's full chat with
#BrosMovie
star Luke Macfarlane:
Margo Martindale survives getting bitten on the ass by the titular drug-abusing beast in 'Cocaine Bear,' while trying to get a hot date at the same time. If this isn’t great acting, what is?
If there is one person who has really managed to hold AFC Richmond together this season on
#TedLasso
, it is Leslie Higgins, who is played by Jeremy Swift. He is, as Swift tells us, an “accidental Yoda."
“For so long, I’ve always wanted to be different. Now, I realize I just needed to be myself. I thank you for seeing me.”
Da’Vine Joy Randolph’s Best Supporting Actress speech left the Oscars audience in tears.
'Fleishman Is in Trouble' is not just a sterling adaptation of a novel but a great work of art about middle age, as rich in complexity and detail as it is in emotion.
It is a must-SEE.
Our review:
“I just want to thank all the incredible transgender legends before me who kicked these doors open before me so I could be here tonight," said Kim Petras while accepting the Grammy for Best Pop Group/Duo Performance with Sam Smith for "Unholy."
#Grammys