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TV Review – ‘Roar’ Uses Fantasy, Mystery, and Great Performances to Highlight Our Real World

For as much as gender equality has gotten better in recent years, especially as compared with previous generations, there still exists a distinct gap when it comes to pay and representation within many industries. The fact that women still move through the world in a different way than men spurs some into activism and leaves…

Review: The Brutal Truths of “The Northman”

At almost the exact same time, the film world was seemingly overtaken by two young writer/directors; Ari Aster and Robert Eggers. Both directors delivered their unique visions by way of the famed distributor, A24. Now the latter with a 90 million dollar budget through new partner Focus Features has returned with what promises to be…

THE NORTHMAN – Official Trailer : Starring Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman, Claes Bang, Anya Taylor-Joy, Ethan Hawke, Björk, and Willem Dafoe

STATEMENT FROM THE DIRECTOR, ROBERT EGGERS I never wanted to make a Viking movie. I thought Vikings were violent, hulking brutes with nothing of interest. My wife, on the other hand, had been fond of the Icelandic Sagas, the esteemed medieval stories of Viking lore, and she knew that I would love them. But even…

Lucy And Desi, Unveils The Comedic Duo In All Its Facets

After Aaron Sorkin’s biopic Being The Ricardos, starring Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem, a new film tributes the life and work of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz: Lucy And Desi. This documentary — available on Amazon Prime from March 4th — is a love letter to a  legendary comedienne, made by a contemporary woman who…

Golden Globe Winners Led by ‘West Side Story,’ ‘The Power of the Dog,’ and ‘Succession’

The 79th Golden Globe Awards were handed out tonight, but not in traditional fashion. After reports of the group’s lack of diversity in its membership and their eagerness to accept very generous gifts, NBC had announced that it would not air the broadcast this year. The postponement of other awards ceremonies due to the pandemic…

‘The Northman’ Trailer Stars Alexander Skarsgård, Nicole Kidman, Anya Taylor-Joy, Björk, and Willem Dafoe in Robert Eggers’ Viking Revenge Tale

Focus Features will release “The Northman” in Theaters on April 22, 2022. Focus Feature has released the first trailer of The Northman, the latest film from The Witch and The Lighthouse director Robert Eggers. Eggers’ latest one which taking place in 10th century Iceland, and stars Alexander Skarsgård as Amleth, a Viking prince who goes…

Being the Ricardos : Q&A with Director Aaron Sorkin, Actors Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, J.K. Simmons, Nina Arianda and Alia Shawkat

No matter what political challenges the U.S. has faced throughout its history, many of its citizens have turned to the entertainment industry to seek refuge in the professional and personal lives of Hollywood’s most elite performers. However, Americans’ reliance on, and the way they access, the latest news about their favorite actors and musicians has…

Film Review – ‘Being the Ricardos’ Offers a Peek Behind the Curtain of ‘I Love Lucy’

Today’s television landscape offers many certifiable hits, but none can compare to the early shows that defined what it meant to be popular and beloved by audiences everywhere. Chief among them was I Love Lucy, which gave star Lucille Ball a superb platform for her physical comedy and allowed her to work alongside her real-life…

Being the Ricardos: Official Teaser | Starring Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, Jake Lacy, J.K. Simmons

Amazon Studios will release BEING THE RICARDOS in theaters on December 10th, 2021. Globally on Prime Video December 21st, 2021 Written and Directed by Aaron Sorkin Starring Nicole Kidman, Javier Bardem, Jake Lacy, J.K. Simmons, Nina Arianda, Tony Hale, and Alia Shawkat Lucille Ball (Nicole Kidman) and Desi Arnaz (Javier Bardem) are threatened by shocking personal accusations,…

Exclusive Interview: Gretchen Carlson Talks About Her Advocacy For Women

Gretchen Carlson is a champion of change. The morning star of Fox News Channel’s top rated “Fox and Friends,” opened Pandora’s Box on July 6, 2016 by suing Fox News chairman Roger Ailes for sexual harassment, that resulted in his termination from the network. Since then she paved the way for the #MeToo movement and…

Hope, A Cinematic “Uff da” For Maria Sødahl’s Cancer Survival Story  – Film Review 

Hope is the latest cinematic endeavour by Norwegian film director and screenwriter Maria Sødahl. The film was chosen as Norway’s Official Selection and Shortlisted Entry for Best International Feature Film at the 93rd Academy Awards. From the very beginning, the film plunges us into the strife of Anja, her partner Tomas, and their six children,…