Image source: Amazon Be honest: Did you secretly watch Grease 2 a million times as a kid? Because even though it was kind of panned back in the day, there’s something about it, right? That Michelle Pfeiffer energy, the out-there songs… it’s weirdly lovable. Why Grease 2 Exists Is a Whole Story… Grease was a total accident hit! The sequel was a quick cash grab, and, well, the original stars weren’t interested. But, early Michelle Pfeiffer is pure magic, even if the script isn’t. Cool Rider – Masterpiece or Trainwreck? You either get totally hooked on this song, or it makes you cringe. What’s your take? The soundtrack throws 50s sounds at you, then pure 80s beats. It’s a mess, but kind of unforgettable. Turns Out, it Was Almost Even Weirder! Imagine this: Andy Gibb as the lead, , even Cher almost had a role! Stuff didn’t work out,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Exclusive: WME has signed Judd Apatow, the prolific hyphenate responsible for a ton of comedy box office and the launch of many stars and filmmakers in that space.
As Deadline exclusively revealed, Apatow ended a 30-year relationship with UTA, and took meetings with the other majors before deciding his next chapter will be with WME. It’s a coup for the agency, which recently signed Kevin Hart and Ben Stiller.
Apatow remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. Apatow’s successes in the comedy space range from Freaks and Geeks and the HBO series Girls to films like Talladega Nights, The 40-Year Old Virgin, Trainwreck, the Anchorman films, Bridesmaids, Step Brothers, Superbad, Knocked Up, Begin Again, Funny People, The Big Sick, The King of Staten Island, Bros, Pineapple Express and so many others. Among the star careers empowered by Apatow include Seth Rogen, Lena Dunham,...
As Deadline exclusively revealed, Apatow ended a 30-year relationship with UTA, and took meetings with the other majors before deciding his next chapter will be with WME. It’s a coup for the agency, which recently signed Kevin Hart and Ben Stiller.
Apatow remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. Apatow’s successes in the comedy space range from Freaks and Geeks and the HBO series Girls to films like Talladega Nights, The 40-Year Old Virgin, Trainwreck, the Anchorman films, Bridesmaids, Step Brothers, Superbad, Knocked Up, Begin Again, Funny People, The Big Sick, The King of Staten Island, Bros, Pineapple Express and so many others. Among the star careers empowered by Apatow include Seth Rogen, Lena Dunham,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Netflix has set the premiere for the upcoming comedy special Keith Robinson: Different Strokes for Tuesday, June 11.
In the one-hour special, Robinson will share raw personal stories from the aftermath of two life-altering strokes as well as insight into his recovery and the challenges he’s faced while navigating his new disabilities. The comedian, who has kept people laughing for the last four decades, will continue to use his signature personal and brutally honest approach to this story.
“Coming up with the title Different Strokes was a ‘Stroke of Genius.’ Stupidity, mixed with Perseverance! I loved making this special and thanks to all who helped make this happen,” Robinson shared in a statement to Deadline.
Wanda Sykes—who Robinson worked with on The Wanda Sykes Show— and Amy Schumer—his Trainwreck co-star and former podcast co-host— were part of Robinson’s audience when Different...
In the one-hour special, Robinson will share raw personal stories from the aftermath of two life-altering strokes as well as insight into his recovery and the challenges he’s faced while navigating his new disabilities. The comedian, who has kept people laughing for the last four decades, will continue to use his signature personal and brutally honest approach to this story.
“Coming up with the title Different Strokes was a ‘Stroke of Genius.’ Stupidity, mixed with Perseverance! I loved making this special and thanks to all who helped make this happen,” Robinson shared in a statement to Deadline.
Wanda Sykes—who Robinson worked with on The Wanda Sykes Show— and Amy Schumer—his Trainwreck co-star and former podcast co-host— were part of Robinson’s audience when Different...
- 5/21/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Writer-director-producer Judd Apatow has left UTA, ending one of the most tenured relationships with a major filmmaker and a major agency.
Apatow spent 30 years at the agency, 20 of them with David Kramer, and he remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. These long relationships often come to a close, usually when the client wants to shake things up at a moment when it is hard, particularly in the comedy space. It was amicable, and I hear he’ll be meeting with CAA and WME.
But this is a moment to tip the hat at how the agency helped Apatow build his brand, and how Apatow’s prolific successes were a major part of building UTA. There aren’t many tenured relationships that led to as much success as Apatow has had and how many careers he has launched in that time. That goes from...
Apatow spent 30 years at the agency, 20 of them with David Kramer, and he remains managed by Mosaic’s Jimmy Miller and lawyered by Ziffrin Brittenham. These long relationships often come to a close, usually when the client wants to shake things up at a moment when it is hard, particularly in the comedy space. It was amicable, and I hear he’ll be meeting with CAA and WME.
But this is a moment to tip the hat at how the agency helped Apatow build his brand, and how Apatow’s prolific successes were a major part of building UTA. There aren’t many tenured relationships that led to as much success as Apatow has had and how many careers he has launched in that time. That goes from...
- 5/16/2024
- by Mike Fleming Jr
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Netflix has announced that Big Guy, its first hour-long special from comedian Rachel Feinstein, will premiere globally on the streamer on Tuesday, May 21st. Check out a first look clip above.
In her new special, dedicated to firefighter families, Feinstein invites us into her delightfully chaotic life as the wife of a firefighter, a mother, and a stand-up comic. In the words of her three-year-old daughter, “my daddy’s a hero and my mommy’s sarcastic.”
Feinstein explores her marriage to a first responder who is also married to his firehouse family and unpacks what it’s like to navigate emotional intimacy with someone whose job it is to save people’s lives. Chock full of her signature impersonations, Big Guy endears us to the loveable collection of clashing characters in Feinstein’s world including a sea of fellow fire wives named Gina, her aggressively liberal mother, and her husband,...
In her new special, dedicated to firefighter families, Feinstein invites us into her delightfully chaotic life as the wife of a firefighter, a mother, and a stand-up comic. In the words of her three-year-old daughter, “my daddy’s a hero and my mommy’s sarcastic.”
Feinstein explores her marriage to a first responder who is also married to his firehouse family and unpacks what it’s like to navigate emotional intimacy with someone whose job it is to save people’s lives. Chock full of her signature impersonations, Big Guy endears us to the loveable collection of clashing characters in Feinstein’s world including a sea of fellow fire wives named Gina, her aggressively liberal mother, and her husband,...
- 5/10/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine banner is set to produce feature documentary Fanmade: Enhypen about K-pop group Enhypen and their fandom, Engene.
The new production shingle from Trainwreck: Woodstock ’99 filmmakers William Swann and Casey Feldman, Good-People, is set to produce alongside the Candle Media owned Hello Sunshine. Caroline Suh, who was behind K-pop doc Blackpink: Light Up the Sky, will direct.
The description of the film notes that the doc will highlight the band’s fans “putting them at the heart of the concert creation process.”
The synopsis continues: “The documentary highlights the Engene community, following five female fans as they co-create new material alongside the band, ignite the fanbase to collaborate, and revel in the joy of putting their passion out into the world. Dancing between Enhypen fans and the band themselves, the film utilizes unprecedented and intimate access alongside the band members as they travel across the...
The new production shingle from Trainwreck: Woodstock ’99 filmmakers William Swann and Casey Feldman, Good-People, is set to produce alongside the Candle Media owned Hello Sunshine. Caroline Suh, who was behind K-pop doc Blackpink: Light Up the Sky, will direct.
The description of the film notes that the doc will highlight the band’s fans “putting them at the heart of the concert creation process.”
The synopsis continues: “The documentary highlights the Engene community, following five female fans as they co-create new material alongside the band, ignite the fanbase to collaborate, and revel in the joy of putting their passion out into the world. Dancing between Enhypen fans and the band themselves, the film utilizes unprecedented and intimate access alongside the band members as they travel across the...
- 5/8/2024
- by Mia Galuppo
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The entertainment industry is filled to the brim with talented female artists who continue to inspire their fellow women to achieve great things in their lives. However, the harsh truth is that it is not easy being a woman in the industry, and comedian Amy Schumer will certainly agree.
Amy Schumer in Trainwreck (2015)
Amy Schumer has never been one to hold back either views or her jokes which often get her into trouble with haters. She once recalled how she got death threats from people over a joke she made on actress Kirsten Dunst. Things got so bad that the Secret Service had to be involved in the debacle. Luckily, things soon cooled down after Amy Schumer revealed that the actress was in on the joke.
Amy Schumer’s Oscar Joke on Kirsten Dunst
Jesse Plemons and Kirsten Dunst in The Power of the Dog (2021)
Amy Schumer has always been...
Amy Schumer in Trainwreck (2015)
Amy Schumer has never been one to hold back either views or her jokes which often get her into trouble with haters. She once recalled how she got death threats from people over a joke she made on actress Kirsten Dunst. Things got so bad that the Secret Service had to be involved in the debacle. Luckily, things soon cooled down after Amy Schumer revealed that the actress was in on the joke.
Amy Schumer’s Oscar Joke on Kirsten Dunst
Jesse Plemons and Kirsten Dunst in The Power of the Dog (2021)
Amy Schumer has always been...
- 5/4/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Amy Schumer and Jennifer Lawrence's long-awaited sister comedy is unlikely to ever come to fruition.The two actresses had revealed in 2015 they were writing a screenplay for a movie in which they'd play sisters but now the 'Trainwreck' star thinks too much time has passed for the project to work.Speaking to Variety for their Power of Women issue, she said: “I don’t think it will ever happen. It was just, like, life kept going. My family was going through a rough time. I don’t want to say any more than that.”Jennifer, 33, agreed: “Now that we’re older, a sister comedy might not resonate as much."But the pair still want to do something together.Amy, 42, said: “The way we’re hoping our careers go, we might do something with more grit and teeth.”Her friend added: "We have every intention of working together.
- 5/1/2024
- by Viki Waters
- Bang Showbiz
Jennifer Lawrence and Amy Schumer have scrapped a long-in-the-works but never fully realized project in which they were set to play sisters.
Schumer broke the news in a new interview with Variety, saying, “I don’t think it will ever happen. It was just like, life kept going. My family was going through a rough time. I don’t want to say any more than that.”
Lawrence added: “Now that we’re older, a sister comedy might not resonate as much. But we have every intention of working together.”
The...
Schumer broke the news in a new interview with Variety, saying, “I don’t think it will ever happen. It was just like, life kept going. My family was going through a rough time. I don’t want to say any more than that.”
Lawrence added: “Now that we’re older, a sister comedy might not resonate as much. But we have every intention of working together.”
The...
- 4/30/2024
- by Jon Blistein
- Rollingstone.com
Amy Schumer was in the zone. This was in March, when she was filming on the street in Brooklyn for her upcoming movie “Kinda Pregnant,” a comedy about a woman who pretends to be knocked up for attention. In one take, Schumer emerged from a subway station while answering a phone call — and was interrupted by a stranger shouting at her from the sidewalk: “Fuck you, Amy Schumer! You’re a Zionist! You love genocide!”
Disruptions of the four-letter variety aren’t unusual in a raucous place like New York, though they’re usually less pointed. Schumer didn’t break character, refusing to stop working as the woman carried on. The actress finished the scene finally, packed up her stuff and went home to her husband and their 4-year-old son.
“It didn’t even raise my heart rate,” Schumer says over brunch at a cozy Brooklyn Heights tavern a couple days later.
Disruptions of the four-letter variety aren’t unusual in a raucous place like New York, though they’re usually less pointed. Schumer didn’t break character, refusing to stop working as the woman carried on. The actress finished the scene finally, packed up her stuff and went home to her husband and their 4-year-old son.
“It didn’t even raise my heart rate,” Schumer says over brunch at a cozy Brooklyn Heights tavern a couple days later.
- 4/30/2024
- by Rebecca Rubin
- Variety Film + TV
Celebs are always interesting to follow. There is a voyeuristic trait in all of us and aside from their work, we also like to follow their private lives. Well, most of us do – some are immune to it, but this report is not for them. Namely, our good friends at CoveredGeekly have organized a vote to determine the 13 most overrated celebrities in the world, and we are happy to bring you this list with our comments so you will find out whether we agree with the fans or not. We would, of course, also like to hear your opinion on the list, so don’t hesitate to comment. Here we go!
13. Priyanka Chopra
Indian actress and producer Priyanka Chopra has certainly had her fair share of roles in projects such as The Matrix Resurrections, Krrish, and Baywatch, but is probably best known as the wife of musician Nick Jonas. Many...
13. Priyanka Chopra
Indian actress and producer Priyanka Chopra has certainly had her fair share of roles in projects such as The Matrix Resurrections, Krrish, and Baywatch, but is probably best known as the wife of musician Nick Jonas. Many...
- 4/24/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Judd Apatow has directed such comedy films as The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Knocked Up and Trainwreck, among others. Despite his recent The King of Staten Island and The Bubble going straight to streaming, he still believes comedy films have a place in theaters.
“The highest-grossing comedy last year made over a billion dollars. Barbie was a comedy,” Apatow said in an interview with Vulture on the Good One podcast.
Barbie is “not a drama,” Apatow said. “There are some emotional moments in it, but it’s just wall-to-wall jokes. There’s something about it where I feel like no one wants to give comedy the win there. Like, why can’t we say Barbie is a comedy? What other category would it be?”
Apatow thinks the genre just needs “another hit or two” to mount its theatrical comeback, citing Hollywood’s propensity to imitate success. Apatow said producers will “chase anything...
“The highest-grossing comedy last year made over a billion dollars. Barbie was a comedy,” Apatow said in an interview with Vulture on the Good One podcast.
Barbie is “not a drama,” Apatow said. “There are some emotional moments in it, but it’s just wall-to-wall jokes. There’s something about it where I feel like no one wants to give comedy the win there. Like, why can’t we say Barbie is a comedy? What other category would it be?”
Apatow thinks the genre just needs “another hit or two” to mount its theatrical comeback, citing Hollywood’s propensity to imitate success. Apatow said producers will “chase anything...
- 3/28/2024
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Brazilian superstar Anitta, “Law & Order: Svu” star Mariska Hargitay, showrunner and author Shonda Rhimes and comedian Amy Schumer have been selected as the honorees for Variety‘s annual Power of Women New York event, to be held May 2.
The luncheon gathering, presented in partnership with Lifetime, celebrates the charitable work done by the Power of Women New York honorees, who will be featured on four separate covers for the April 30 print edition of Variety. The issue also includes the annual survey of accomplished women in media and entertainment as profiled in the annual Women’s Impact Report. Amber Ruffin, a multihyphenate known for her work on Peacock’s “The Amber Ruffin Show” and NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” will host the event.
“Variety’s Power of Women franchise is a showcase of the strength exhibited by women in the entertainment community who are driving a dynamic industry...
The luncheon gathering, presented in partnership with Lifetime, celebrates the charitable work done by the Power of Women New York honorees, who will be featured on four separate covers for the April 30 print edition of Variety. The issue also includes the annual survey of accomplished women in media and entertainment as profiled in the annual Women’s Impact Report. Amber Ruffin, a multihyphenate known for her work on Peacock’s “The Amber Ruffin Show” and NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” will host the event.
“Variety’s Power of Women franchise is a showcase of the strength exhibited by women in the entertainment community who are driving a dynamic industry...
- 3/25/2024
- by William Earl
- Variety Film + TV
There is no denying that theaters are losing their charm thanks to streaming platforms like Netflix. People now would much rather prefer paying a monthly fee and enjoying more content than ever before in the comfort of their own homes. Now, it takes films like Barbie and Oppenheimer to drive people to theater halls and experience cinema first-hand.
A still from Barbie (2023)
As if this was not enough, director and producer Judd Apatow recently gave his two cents on the state of television today and how shows are just getting recycled over and over again thanks to licensing pacts between streaming platforms. Judd Apatow expressed his worries that if things keep going on like this, it might lead to fewer new shows and television becoming more of a business than art.
Judd Apatow is Worried About Netflix’s Model Judd Apatow on The Tonight Show
Many people prefer doing re-runs of their favorite television series,...
A still from Barbie (2023)
As if this was not enough, director and producer Judd Apatow recently gave his two cents on the state of television today and how shows are just getting recycled over and over again thanks to licensing pacts between streaming platforms. Judd Apatow expressed his worries that if things keep going on like this, it might lead to fewer new shows and television becoming more of a business than art.
Judd Apatow is Worried About Netflix’s Model Judd Apatow on The Tonight Show
Many people prefer doing re-runs of their favorite television series,...
- 3/24/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Since the ’80s, several pro-wrestling giants have attempted to transition into the realm of movies, but only a few did manage to prevail on the silver screen. And similar was the case for John Cena for nearly a decade, when he started out in showbiz back in the 2000s but was met with little success, as his movies failed to make it big at the box office.
While it seemed his acting career might’ve been heading towards the same track as Hulk Hogan, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and Triple H’s run in showbiz, one change ended up salvaging his career.
John Cena Had to Change His Ways After Hitting a Roadblock in Hollywood The Marine (2006) | 20th Century Studios
Similar to many other pro-wrestling giants, including Dwayne Johnson, John Cena kickstarted his acting career by playing action-heavy leads. However, his first feature, The Marine, became a box-office dud, only...
While it seemed his acting career might’ve been heading towards the same track as Hulk Hogan, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and Triple H’s run in showbiz, one change ended up salvaging his career.
John Cena Had to Change His Ways After Hitting a Roadblock in Hollywood The Marine (2006) | 20th Century Studios
Similar to many other pro-wrestling giants, including Dwayne Johnson, John Cena kickstarted his acting career by playing action-heavy leads. However, his first feature, The Marine, became a box-office dud, only...
- 3/24/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Margot Robbie captivated global hearts with her portrayal of the iconic fashion icon in Barbie. Since its release, the movie has continued to garner public interest, achieving numerous accomplishments including 8 Oscar nominations. This movie female-led movie has created a substantial impact globally, cementing its place in the cinematic world.
Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in Barbie (2023)
But, long before Greta Gerwig and Robbie achieved this feat, Sharon Stone attempted to pitch the movie in the 1990s though her efforts didn’t yield any results. She recently shared the plotline of her unmade film which sounds as intriguing as the 2023 hit.
Sharon Stone Details Her Unmade Barbie Movie Pitch
Long before the 2023 sensation, Barbie, made its place in the female-led blockbuster movies, Sharon Stone tried to pitch a movie based on the iconic Mattel doll. However, Hollywood was not kind to the actress who revealed previously about being laughed out of the studio,...
Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling in Barbie (2023)
But, long before Greta Gerwig and Robbie achieved this feat, Sharon Stone attempted to pitch the movie in the 1990s though her efforts didn’t yield any results. She recently shared the plotline of her unmade film which sounds as intriguing as the 2023 hit.
Sharon Stone Details Her Unmade Barbie Movie Pitch
Long before the 2023 sensation, Barbie, made its place in the female-led blockbuster movies, Sharon Stone tried to pitch a movie based on the iconic Mattel doll. However, Hollywood was not kind to the actress who revealed previously about being laughed out of the studio,...
- 3/22/2024
- by Priya Sharma
- FandomWire
Jack Dylan Grazer, Josh Segarra & Billy Bryk Among New Additions To Tim Robinson Comedy ‘Friendship’
Exclusive: Jack Dylan Grazer (It franchise), Josh Segarra (Scream VI) and Billy Bryk (When You Finish Saving the World) are among the final additions to the cast of the comedy Friendship, from Fifth Season and BoulderLight Pictures. Their roles are under wraps.
As previously reported, Tim Robinson, Paul Rudd, and Kate Mara lead the cast. Other new additions include Jason Veasey, Jon Glaser, Eric Rahill, Conner O’Malley, Carmen Christopher, Craig Frank, Omar Torres, Jacob Ming-Trent, Daniel London, Whitmer Thomas, and Raphael Sbarge.
The first feature from writer-director Andrew DeYoung, Friendship follows Craig Waterman (Robinson), who enjoys his life. He likes New Balance shoes, Subway sandwiches, and Marvel movies. He lives in the suburbs with his wife, Tami, and son, Steven. He’s happy to work at Universal Digital, a company that helps brands make their products more habit-forming. Craig sees no reason to change anything or make new friends… until...
As previously reported, Tim Robinson, Paul Rudd, and Kate Mara lead the cast. Other new additions include Jason Veasey, Jon Glaser, Eric Rahill, Conner O’Malley, Carmen Christopher, Craig Frank, Omar Torres, Jacob Ming-Trent, Daniel London, Whitmer Thomas, and Raphael Sbarge.
The first feature from writer-director Andrew DeYoung, Friendship follows Craig Waterman (Robinson), who enjoys his life. He likes New Balance shoes, Subway sandwiches, and Marvel movies. He lives in the suburbs with his wife, Tami, and son, Steven. He’s happy to work at Universal Digital, a company that helps brands make their products more habit-forming. Craig sees no reason to change anything or make new friends… until...
- 3/20/2024
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Bill Hader and Ali Wong are spending some time together!
The pair of Emmy-winning actors were spotted making a rare public appearance on Sunday (March 17) in Brentwood, Calif.
Bill and Ali shared smiles and laughs as they walked side-by-side down the street.
If you didn’t know, the Trainwreck actor and the Beef star initially dated briefly in late 2022 before calling it quits. They rekindled their romance in April 2023.
The couple was most recently seen out for a breakfast date on February 28 in Los Angeles. See all the photos!
If you missed the news, Bill Hader was just cast in an upcoming Dr. Seuss movie!
Also, find out who is set to join the cast of Beef season 2!
Browse through the gallery to see more photos of Bill Hader and Ali Wong out and about in Brentwood…...
The pair of Emmy-winning actors were spotted making a rare public appearance on Sunday (March 17) in Brentwood, Calif.
Bill and Ali shared smiles and laughs as they walked side-by-side down the street.
If you didn’t know, the Trainwreck actor and the Beef star initially dated briefly in late 2022 before calling it quits. They rekindled their romance in April 2023.
The couple was most recently seen out for a breakfast date on February 28 in Los Angeles. See all the photos!
If you missed the news, Bill Hader was just cast in an upcoming Dr. Seuss movie!
Also, find out who is set to join the cast of Beef season 2!
Browse through the gallery to see more photos of Bill Hader and Ali Wong out and about in Brentwood…...
- 3/19/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The romcom ruled the 1980s, and the Apatow comedies ruled the 2000s. The tastes may change, but films that bring incredible chemistry to the screen stand the test of time. It’s why we still watch When Harry Met Sally and The Forty-Year-Old Virgin decades after their release. Babes — a new film from Illana Glazer, Pamela Adlon, and Josh Rabinowitz, wears its inspirations on its sleeve. Yet, with Glazer in the lead, it’s got a unique sense of humor by returning to her Broad City roots.
Babes Plot
Best friends Eden (Glazer) and Dawn (Michelle Buteau) watch movies every Thanksgiving. However, this year, Dawn goes into labor during the tradition. After helping Dawn to the hospital, Eden heads home for the night. While on the subway, she meets an actor who shares all of her interests. The two head home and have a one-night stand. Weeks later, Eden discovers she’s pregnant.
Babes Plot
Best friends Eden (Glazer) and Dawn (Michelle Buteau) watch movies every Thanksgiving. However, this year, Dawn goes into labor during the tradition. After helping Dawn to the hospital, Eden heads home for the night. While on the subway, she meets an actor who shares all of her interests. The two head home and have a one-night stand. Weeks later, Eden discovers she’s pregnant.
- 3/12/2024
- by Alan French
- FandomWire
The Academy Awards tend to be rather highbrow, as awards shows go. There are almost always some silly gags to try and make the rather stiff ceremony feel a little looser, a little more hip to the times. Sometimes they work and everyone gets a good laugh, and sometimes Ellen DeGeneres tries to take a selfie with every A-lister in sight. At the 96th Annual Academy Awards on March 10, 2023, wrestler/actor John Cena was the butt of one such joke. And the abs. And just about every other body part. In a bit paying tribute to the 50th anniversary of the time a streaker ran across the stage during the Oscar ceremony back in 1974, Cena appeared onstage in ... absolutely nothing, covered only by the envelope holding the name of the award's winner.
In the bit, Cena and host Jimmy Kimmel joke that Cena was supposed to streak across the stage,...
In the bit, Cena and host Jimmy Kimmel joke that Cena was supposed to streak across the stage,...
- 3/11/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film
For years, Ricky Stanicky has been the ultimate scapegoat for whatever mischief best buds Dean, Jt and Wes cooked up. When they nearly burned down a neighbor’s house as kids, Ricky took the blame. That’s what friends are for, right? Except Ricky’s not real. The trio invented him in their teens, and they’ve been pinning things on him ever since. Now, with their significant others starting to get suspicious, the three amigos decide to hire an actor to play their imaginary friend.
Directed by Peter Farrelly, “Ricky Stanicky” is a raunchy, R-rated return to form for the “Dumb and Dumber” co-director: an unapologetically lowbrow buddy movie, featuring the funniest performance yet from up-for-anything wrestler John Cena in the title role. Remember, Peter is the Farrelly brother who went off and made best picture-winning “Green Book,” followed by the (largely unseen) Vietnam drama “The Greatest Beer Run” with Zac Efron.
Directed by Peter Farrelly, “Ricky Stanicky” is a raunchy, R-rated return to form for the “Dumb and Dumber” co-director: an unapologetically lowbrow buddy movie, featuring the funniest performance yet from up-for-anything wrestler John Cena in the title role. Remember, Peter is the Farrelly brother who went off and made best picture-winning “Green Book,” followed by the (largely unseen) Vietnam drama “The Greatest Beer Run” with Zac Efron.
- 3/6/2024
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
Amy Schumer is back to work!
The 42-year-old comedian and actress was spotted shooting her upcoming Netflix film Kinda Pregnant on Monday (February 26) on the streets of New York City.
Amy wore a long black dress and occasionally donned a red coat for the chilly weather.
In Kinda Pregnant, Amy plays Lainy, a woman who begins wearing a fake baby bump because she’s jealous of her best friend’s pregnancy.
If you weren’t aware, Amy star recently opened up about her Cushing syndrome diagnosis. The condition is characterized by an over-production of the stress hormone cortisol.
The Trainwreck star’s health update follows social media comments pointing out her “puffier” face, which is a symptom of Cushing syndrome, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Browse through the gallery for more photos of Amy Schumer filming Kinda Pregnant in New York…...
The 42-year-old comedian and actress was spotted shooting her upcoming Netflix film Kinda Pregnant on Monday (February 26) on the streets of New York City.
Amy wore a long black dress and occasionally donned a red coat for the chilly weather.
In Kinda Pregnant, Amy plays Lainy, a woman who begins wearing a fake baby bump because she’s jealous of her best friend’s pregnancy.
If you weren’t aware, Amy star recently opened up about her Cushing syndrome diagnosis. The condition is characterized by an over-production of the stress hormone cortisol.
The Trainwreck star’s health update follows social media comments pointing out her “puffier” face, which is a symptom of Cushing syndrome, according to the Mayo Clinic.
Browse through the gallery for more photos of Amy Schumer filming Kinda Pregnant in New York…...
- 2/27/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Not so long ago, Amy Schumer, primarily known for her comedic skills, was trolled for her appearance on the internet. This is not a new thing for the internet to do. Judging people by their appearances is possibly one of the things that netizens like to do on social media regardless of how it might affect the individual about whom they have started the discourse.
The most recent victim of this troll culture on the internet is actress and standup comedian Amy Schumer, whose puffy face became a matter of discussion across the internet. She has finally opened up about those comments and revealed the reason behind the puffy appearance of her face.
Amy Schumer in 2015’s Trainwreck
Amy Schumer Revealed the Reason Behind the Puffy Appearance of Her Face
One would think that in today’s world, word of inclusivity and awareness, people would be a little kinder to...
The most recent victim of this troll culture on the internet is actress and standup comedian Amy Schumer, whose puffy face became a matter of discussion across the internet. She has finally opened up about those comments and revealed the reason behind the puffy appearance of her face.
Amy Schumer in 2015’s Trainwreck
Amy Schumer Revealed the Reason Behind the Puffy Appearance of Her Face
One would think that in today’s world, word of inclusivity and awareness, people would be a little kinder to...
- 2/26/2024
- by Ankita
- FandomWire
Amy Schumer revealed on Friday she has been diagnosed with Cushing syndrome, a condition caused by excessive cortisol. The news comes on the heels of Schumer’s response to fan comments that her face appeared puffier than normal.
“I feel reborn,” she told Jessica Yellin in the journalist’s News Not Noise newsletter. The actress went on to explain, “There are a few types of Cushing. Some that can be fatal, require brain surgery or removal of adrenal glands.”
Schumer said she was doing press for her Life & Beth season two, the Hulu series she created and stars in, while also undergoing extensive medical testing, “in Mri machines four hours at a time, having my veins shut down from the amount of blood drawn and thinking I may not be around to see my son grow up.”
She said the tests eventually revealed “the kind of Cushing that will...
“I feel reborn,” she told Jessica Yellin in the journalist’s News Not Noise newsletter. The actress went on to explain, “There are a few types of Cushing. Some that can be fatal, require brain surgery or removal of adrenal glands.”
Schumer said she was doing press for her Life & Beth season two, the Hulu series she created and stars in, while also undergoing extensive medical testing, “in Mri machines four hours at a time, having my veins shut down from the amount of blood drawn and thinking I may not be around to see my son grow up.”
She said the tests eventually revealed “the kind of Cushing that will...
- 2/25/2024
- by Zoe G Phillips
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Amy Schumer has been a big name among female comedians in addition to Tina Fey and Amy Poehler. Most people know her from the Comedy Central sketch comedy series Inside Amy Schumer which has won several accolades.
Amy Schumer in 2015’s Trainwreck
Outside of TV, the actress found success in films like Trainwreck and I Feel Pretty. Schumer has been open about how trolls on the internet have made fun of her appearance and physical attributes. She is affected by this unjustified hate on her and wants this trend to change.
Amy Schumer Addresses Haters Criticizing Her Appearance
The Inside Amy Schumer star is tired of people criticizing her looks
Historically, the industry has not been kind to actresses and has been very particular about their looks and appearances. Although times are changing, the perception of actresses needing to be thin and pretty still lingers in Hollywood. And this is...
Amy Schumer in 2015’s Trainwreck
Outside of TV, the actress found success in films like Trainwreck and I Feel Pretty. Schumer has been open about how trolls on the internet have made fun of her appearance and physical attributes. She is affected by this unjustified hate on her and wants this trend to change.
Amy Schumer Addresses Haters Criticizing Her Appearance
The Inside Amy Schumer star is tired of people criticizing her looks
Historically, the industry has not been kind to actresses and has been very particular about their looks and appearances. Although times are changing, the perception of actresses needing to be thin and pretty still lingers in Hollywood. And this is...
- 2/24/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
The world was tremendously shocked after John Cena announced on Twitter that he now owns an OnlyFans account until they realized it was a marketing stunt for his upcoming movie with Zac Efron and Jermaine Fowler, Ricky Stanicky.
Zac Efron and John Cena in Ricky Stanicky
The R-rated comedy made for Prime Video is helmed by Oscar-winning director Peter Farrelly, which also marks his return to the genre. While many were amused with the actor’s trick, some speculated that there was a hidden agenda behind the creation of the said account.
Suggested“It was f—king stupid”: John Cena Regrets Exposing Dwayne Johnson’s Humiliating WWE Secret
John Cena Announced An OnlyFans Account For His Upcoming Comedy Film
On Twitter, wrestler-turned-actor John Cena revealed that he is now on OnlyFans and even teased fans with the caption: “…like you’ve never seen me before. Subscribe at the link in bio.
Zac Efron and John Cena in Ricky Stanicky
The R-rated comedy made for Prime Video is helmed by Oscar-winning director Peter Farrelly, which also marks his return to the genre. While many were amused with the actor’s trick, some speculated that there was a hidden agenda behind the creation of the said account.
Suggested“It was f—king stupid”: John Cena Regrets Exposing Dwayne Johnson’s Humiliating WWE Secret
John Cena Announced An OnlyFans Account For His Upcoming Comedy Film
On Twitter, wrestler-turned-actor John Cena revealed that he is now on OnlyFans and even teased fans with the caption: “…like you’ve never seen me before. Subscribe at the link in bio.
- 2/23/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
John Cena Once Called Dwayne Johnson’s Decision To Leave WWE For Acting (Picture Credit: Facebook & IMDb)
Dwayne Johnson and John Cena had successful careers in Hollywood, but they became famous WWE wrestlers. However, when Johnson diverted to acting, he received a flak from Cena. The Peacemaker actor mocked The Rock for his film Tooth Fairy, and their feud was all over the media back then. It is now just water under the bridge, and they are reportedly past that. John also regretted dissing Dwayne. Keep scrolling to learn more.
Dwayne started his film career with films like The Mummy Returns and The Scorpion King. On the other hand, Cena started his film career with The Marine and did movies like The Suicide Squad, The Wall, Trainwreck, and more. He also had his web series, Peacemaker, in the DC extended universe. The Rock was also part of the old DC universe,...
Dwayne Johnson and John Cena had successful careers in Hollywood, but they became famous WWE wrestlers. However, when Johnson diverted to acting, he received a flak from Cena. The Peacemaker actor mocked The Rock for his film Tooth Fairy, and their feud was all over the media back then. It is now just water under the bridge, and they are reportedly past that. John also regretted dissing Dwayne. Keep scrolling to learn more.
Dwayne started his film career with films like The Mummy Returns and The Scorpion King. On the other hand, Cena started his film career with The Marine and did movies like The Suicide Squad, The Wall, Trainwreck, and more. He also had his web series, Peacemaker, in the DC extended universe. The Rock was also part of the old DC universe,...
- 2/20/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Actress and comedian Amy Schumer has addressed her critics with honesty and humour. The actress recently shared posts on her Instagram from her appearances on ‘The Tonight Show’ and ‘Good Morning America’ promoting the season 2 release of ‘Life & Beth’.
These posts have received comments about her “puffier” face, reports People magazine.
Addressing the comments, she wrote in a new Instagram post: “Thank you so much for everyone’s input about my face! I’ve enjoyed feedback and deliberation about my appearance as all women do for almost 20 years. And you’re right, it is puffier than normal right now.”
The comedian then explained that she has endometriosis, adding: “There are some medical and hormonal things going on in my world right now but I’m okay.”
Endometriosis is described as an “often painful condition” that occurs when “tissue that is similar to the inner lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
These posts have received comments about her “puffier” face, reports People magazine.
Addressing the comments, she wrote in a new Instagram post: “Thank you so much for everyone’s input about my face! I’ve enjoyed feedback and deliberation about my appearance as all women do for almost 20 years. And you’re right, it is puffier than normal right now.”
The comedian then explained that she has endometriosis, adding: “There are some medical and hormonal things going on in my world right now but I’m okay.”
Endometriosis is described as an “often painful condition” that occurs when “tissue that is similar to the inner lining of the uterus grows outside the uterus.
- 2/16/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Amy Schumer recently appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon to talk about the new season of Life & Beth, which premieres this Friday on Hulu.
The dramedy focusing on the life of Beth, who starts having flashbacks to her teen self, earned plenty of plaudits for its unapologetic comedy. Accordingly, Hulu took little time in renewing it for a second chapter, which is set to be about parenting and relationships.
Amy Schumer and Michael Cera in Life & Beth
While Schumer’s comments on Season 2 of Life & Beth did instill some excitement among its fans, her appearance left many talking about a completely different subject.
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Amy Schumer, much like her character Beth, is unapologetic about her life choices and doesn...
The dramedy focusing on the life of Beth, who starts having flashbacks to her teen self, earned plenty of plaudits for its unapologetic comedy. Accordingly, Hulu took little time in renewing it for a second chapter, which is set to be about parenting and relationships.
Amy Schumer and Michael Cera in Life & Beth
While Schumer’s comments on Season 2 of Life & Beth did instill some excitement among its fans, her appearance left many talking about a completely different subject.
SUGGESTEDAfter Snuffing Out ‘Barbie’, Amy Schumer Comically Directs Her Rage Towards Oppenheimer, Claims “Do better Hollywood” What Fans Are Saying About Amy Schumer’s ‘Moon Face’ Condition
Amy Schumer, much like her character Beth, is unapologetic about her life choices and doesn...
- 2/15/2024
- by Vishal Singh
- FandomWire
It seems like only yesterday that we were all ragging on the millennial cohort for youthful foibles like excess avocado consumption and crushing student debt accrual. But time, with its trademark humorlessness, has marched on and suddenly, the self-same kids who coined “adulting” to hashtag their Insta stories about that time they put up a shelf, are discovering how much less fun it is to be adult-ed — ready or not.
In the enjoyably salty-till-it-gets-too-sweet “Scrambled,” Nellie is definitely in the “not” category, but that doesn’t matter to her ovaries. At 34, they’re starting to slow down their egg production, forcing hard-partying, sexually adventurous Nellie, whose journey to date has been an exercise in life-decision-making avoidance, to consider her options. When exactly should you let go of the child inside you, in order to embrace the possibility of having a child inside you?
This is fertile territory into which McKendrick implants a zingy,...
In the enjoyably salty-till-it-gets-too-sweet “Scrambled,” Nellie is definitely in the “not” category, but that doesn’t matter to her ovaries. At 34, they’re starting to slow down their egg production, forcing hard-partying, sexually adventurous Nellie, whose journey to date has been an exercise in life-decision-making avoidance, to consider her options. When exactly should you let go of the child inside you, in order to embrace the possibility of having a child inside you?
This is fertile territory into which McKendrick implants a zingy,...
- 1/31/2024
- by Jessica Kiang
- Variety Film + TV
Judd Apatow will return to host the 2024 Directors Guild of America Awards, the organization announced on Friday.
This will be Apatow’s fifth time hosting the annual awards show, which will take place this year on Feb. 10 at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles, California. The filmmaker hosted in 2018, 2020, 2022 and 2023.
“It’s an honor to be hosting the DGA Awards for the 5th time,” said Apatow. “Just three more times and I’ll be eligible for health insurance.”
It was also announced that Beth McCarthy-Miller will return as awards chair this year.
“I’m honored to return as awards chair and to be a part of such a stellar night that highlights the amazing work my colleagues have done this year,” McCarthy-Miller said in a statement. “I’m thrilled that Judd will return as our host, keeping our ceremony grounded in connection, camaraderie, and, comedy.”
Apatow has directed, produced...
This will be Apatow’s fifth time hosting the annual awards show, which will take place this year on Feb. 10 at The Beverly Hilton hotel in Los Angeles, California. The filmmaker hosted in 2018, 2020, 2022 and 2023.
“It’s an honor to be hosting the DGA Awards for the 5th time,” said Apatow. “Just three more times and I’ll be eligible for health insurance.”
It was also announced that Beth McCarthy-Miller will return as awards chair this year.
“I’m honored to return as awards chair and to be a part of such a stellar night that highlights the amazing work my colleagues have done this year,” McCarthy-Miller said in a statement. “I’m thrilled that Judd will return as our host, keeping our ceremony grounded in connection, camaraderie, and, comedy.”
Apatow has directed, produced...
- 1/19/2024
- by Beatrice Verhoeven
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Here’s your guide to every movie and TV show leaving Netflix Canada in January 2024.
In case you missed it, we also covered all the movies and TV shows leaving Netflix Canada in December 2023.
Some great movies are leaving Netflix Canada in January 2024, including James Cameron’s award-winning juggernaut Titanic, beloved coming-of-age comedy 13 Going on 30, powerful WW2 drama The Pianist, and slasher switch-up Freaky.
Please Note: This is not the full list of everything leaving Netflix UK in January 2024. More departures will be announced throughout December 2023 and January 2024.
Movies and TV Shows Leaving Netflix Canada on January 1st, 2024 13 Going on 30 (2004) A Dog’s Purpose (2017) The Bride of Habaek (1 Season) Bridesmaids (2011) Burlesque (2010) The Change-Up (2011) Christmas Under Wraps (2014) Christmas With a View (2018) Countdown (2019) Cutthroat Island (1995) The Danish Girl (2015) Dreamgirls (2006) DreamWorks Shrek the Halls (1 Season) Falls Around Her (2018) Football-Inspired Workouts for All (2023) N Freaky (2020) Full Out 2: You Got This! (2020) The Girl on the Train...
In case you missed it, we also covered all the movies and TV shows leaving Netflix Canada in December 2023.
Some great movies are leaving Netflix Canada in January 2024, including James Cameron’s award-winning juggernaut Titanic, beloved coming-of-age comedy 13 Going on 30, powerful WW2 drama The Pianist, and slasher switch-up Freaky.
Please Note: This is not the full list of everything leaving Netflix UK in January 2024. More departures will be announced throughout December 2023 and January 2024.
Movies and TV Shows Leaving Netflix Canada on January 1st, 2024 13 Going on 30 (2004) A Dog’s Purpose (2017) The Bride of Habaek (1 Season) Bridesmaids (2011) Burlesque (2010) The Change-Up (2011) Christmas Under Wraps (2014) Christmas With a View (2018) Countdown (2019) Cutthroat Island (1995) The Danish Girl (2015) Dreamgirls (2006) DreamWorks Shrek the Halls (1 Season) Falls Around Her (2018) Football-Inspired Workouts for All (2023) N Freaky (2020) Full Out 2: You Got This! (2020) The Girl on the Train...
- 12/21/2023
- by Jacob Robinson
- Whats-on-Netflix
A24 are delivering a special gift to Max this December, as Leo Reich’s acclaimed stand-up show Literally Who Cares?! hits the streamer. The comedian has already won over the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and Off-Broadway with runs of the show, but this performance was taped at EartH in London. Consider checking it out – if A24 got involved in the project, you know you’ll definitely see something weird and special.
But if you’re looking for something more serious, add the new three-part documentary series Murder In Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning to your watch list this month. The upcoming series delves into the fallout from the investigation into Charles “Chuck” Stuart’s 911 call reporting that he and his pregnant wife, had been shot in Boston’s Mission Hill neighborhood in 1989.
Here’s everything coming to (and leaving) HBO and Max this month…
HBO and Max New Releases – December 2023
December...
But if you’re looking for something more serious, add the new three-part documentary series Murder In Boston: Roots, Rampage & Reckoning to your watch list this month. The upcoming series delves into the fallout from the investigation into Charles “Chuck” Stuart’s 911 call reporting that he and his pregnant wife, had been shot in Boston’s Mission Hill neighborhood in 1989.
Here’s everything coming to (and leaving) HBO and Max this month…
HBO and Max New Releases – December 2023
December...
- 12/1/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
Exclusive: Emmy winner and Golden Globe nominee Amy Schumer has been set to produce and star in Kinda Pregnant, a new film that Tyler Spindel (The Out-Laws) is directing for Netflix and Happy Madison.
Written by Julie Paiva, the film follows Lainy (Schumer), who is jealous of her best friend’s pregnancy and begins wearing a fake baby bump — then accidentally meets the man of her dreams.
In addition to Schumer, producers on the project include Adam Sandler, Tim Herlihy, Judit Maull, Kevin Grady and Eli Thomas for Happy Madison, and Molly Sims for Something Happy Productions. The executive producers are Barry Bernardi, Michael D Robins and Kevin Kane.
Best known on the film side for Trainwreck, the 2015 Uni rom-com from Judd Apatow that had her starring opposite Bill Hader, Schumer’s also been seen starring in the acclaimed A24 drama The Humans, STX’s comedy I Feel Pretty and...
Written by Julie Paiva, the film follows Lainy (Schumer), who is jealous of her best friend’s pregnancy and begins wearing a fake baby bump — then accidentally meets the man of her dreams.
In addition to Schumer, producers on the project include Adam Sandler, Tim Herlihy, Judit Maull, Kevin Grady and Eli Thomas for Happy Madison, and Molly Sims for Something Happy Productions. The executive producers are Barry Bernardi, Michael D Robins and Kevin Kane.
Best known on the film side for Trainwreck, the 2015 Uni rom-com from Judd Apatow that had her starring opposite Bill Hader, Schumer’s also been seen starring in the acclaimed A24 drama The Humans, STX’s comedy I Feel Pretty and...
- 11/30/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
[This story contains spoilers from the finale of Lessons in Chemistry.]
Academy Award-winning actress Brie Larson has had supporting roles in romantic comedies like The Spectacular Now and Trainwreck. But in Lessons in Chemistry, she gets to tell a love story of her own.
“Part of my initial interest in this story is that love depictions are so sacred and so important, and how they come to you and why they come to you is part of the magic of this life,” says Larson, who stars in the lead role of Elizabeth Zott in the Apple TV+ series. “It also means it’s very hard to grapple with.”
Deciding how best to show that struggle in bringing the narrative drawn from Bonnie Garmus’ novel of the same to TV is something Larson worked on closely with as an executive producer with showrunner Lee Eisenberg, who developed the series. Embodying Zott, a chemist who can no longer rely on...
Academy Award-winning actress Brie Larson has had supporting roles in romantic comedies like The Spectacular Now and Trainwreck. But in Lessons in Chemistry, she gets to tell a love story of her own.
“Part of my initial interest in this story is that love depictions are so sacred and so important, and how they come to you and why they come to you is part of the magic of this life,” says Larson, who stars in the lead role of Elizabeth Zott in the Apple TV+ series. “It also means it’s very hard to grapple with.”
Deciding how best to show that struggle in bringing the narrative drawn from Bonnie Garmus’ novel of the same to TV is something Larson worked on closely with as an executive producer with showrunner Lee Eisenberg, who developed the series. Embodying Zott, a chemist who can no longer rely on...
- 11/25/2023
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
“Trolls Band Together” — the latest entry in DreamWorks Animation’s family friendly franchise — brings together some of the biggest names in movies and music.
Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick reprise their roles from the previous “Trolls” films as Branch and Poppy, respectively. The two are now officially a couple, but when Branch’s boyband past comes back to haunt him, the Trolls embark on another music- and fun-filled adventure.
Click here to find out where to watch “Trolls Band Together,” which opens Friday. And read on to find out who voices whom in the film:
Justin Timberlake as Branch
Branch is a Pop Troll and Poppy’s boyfriend. Branch was the youngest member of the pop band BroZone, where he went by the name Bitty B.
Timberlake is best known for being a member of the boy band Nsync before embarking on a solo career. His film credits include “The Social Network,...
Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick reprise their roles from the previous “Trolls” films as Branch and Poppy, respectively. The two are now officially a couple, but when Branch’s boyband past comes back to haunt him, the Trolls embark on another music- and fun-filled adventure.
Click here to find out where to watch “Trolls Band Together,” which opens Friday. And read on to find out who voices whom in the film:
Justin Timberlake as Branch
Branch is a Pop Troll and Poppy’s boyfriend. Branch was the youngest member of the pop band BroZone, where he went by the name Bitty B.
Timberlake is best known for being a member of the boy band Nsync before embarking on a solo career. His film credits include “The Social Network,...
- 11/17/2023
- by Lawrence Yee
- The Wrap
A ho-hum road trip comedy pairs the actors as childlike sisters with only all-too-brief moments of hilarity on the way
It’s a grand Hollywood tradition for an established star to play against the ambition and drive that makes a career – to play a loser, a weirdo, a shut-in. Or, at the very least, a debased and dysfunctional version of themselves. The new Hulu comedy Quiz Lady stars the comedian Awkwafina – Aka the dramatic actor Nora Lum, who stole scenes in Crazy Rich Asians and won accolades for her work as a grieving granddaughter in The Farewell – in loser drag as Annie Yum, a slouchy thirtysomething recluse long obsessed with a daily televised quiz show. The film’s hook is her pairing with Sandra Oh, playing against type as Annie’s brash Peter Pan of an older sister, Jenny.
Good premise, bumpy ride. Quiz Lady, directed by Jessica Yu from a screenplay by Jen D’Angelo,...
It’s a grand Hollywood tradition for an established star to play against the ambition and drive that makes a career – to play a loser, a weirdo, a shut-in. Or, at the very least, a debased and dysfunctional version of themselves. The new Hulu comedy Quiz Lady stars the comedian Awkwafina – Aka the dramatic actor Nora Lum, who stole scenes in Crazy Rich Asians and won accolades for her work as a grieving granddaughter in The Farewell – in loser drag as Annie Yum, a slouchy thirtysomething recluse long obsessed with a daily televised quiz show. The film’s hook is her pairing with Sandra Oh, playing against type as Annie’s brash Peter Pan of an older sister, Jenny.
Good premise, bumpy ride. Quiz Lady, directed by Jessica Yu from a screenplay by Jen D’Angelo,...
- 11/2/2023
- by Adrian Horton
- The Guardian - Film News
Both John Cena and Dwayne Johnson have successfully transitioned from WWE to acting careers. Before Cena made the jump, though, he had problems with Johnson’s career pivot. Cena frequently accused Johnson of turning his back on the WWE in favor of a film career. In recent years, Cena has apologized to Johnson for his comments, realizing they were both disrespectful and hypocritical.
John Cena criticized Dwayne Johnson for becoming an actor
In the early 2010s, Cena asserted his belief that Johnson’s pivot to acting was a slight to the WWE. Though Johnson eventually announced his return to the WWE, Cena believed he prioritized his acting career.
“Finally The Rock came back and everyone was was getting with it ’till he said I was talking trash but he would never be specific,” Cena said in a rap, per CBS News. “It’s because I wasn’t talking trash, Rock,...
John Cena criticized Dwayne Johnson for becoming an actor
In the early 2010s, Cena asserted his belief that Johnson’s pivot to acting was a slight to the WWE. Though Johnson eventually announced his return to the WWE, Cena believed he prioritized his acting career.
“Finally The Rock came back and everyone was was getting with it ’till he said I was talking trash but he would never be specific,” Cena said in a rap, per CBS News. “It’s because I wasn’t talking trash, Rock,...
- 10/20/2023
- by Emma McKee
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Hollywood star Amy Schumer has used a picture of herself hooked to an IV drip to warn women in their 20s. The ‘Trainwreck’ actress, 42, shared pictures of herself scrunching up her face as she wore a hospital gown in a carousel of images that also included pictures of her in a short, figure-hugging dress taken when she attended a comedy event in 2012, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
The actress captioned the set of images, posted on Instagram: “Warning 20 somethings. I looked like this at your age. Life is coming for you.”
Mum-of-one Amy posted the same set of photos to her Instagram Story.
The actress captioned them: “Girls in your 20s guess what? I looked like you too. Life is coming for you b******.”
Amy didn’t clarify when the hospital image was taken or why she was getting treatment.
Her fans lent their support to the ‘Inside Amy Schumer...
The actress captioned the set of images, posted on Instagram: “Warning 20 somethings. I looked like this at your age. Life is coming for you.”
Mum-of-one Amy posted the same set of photos to her Instagram Story.
The actress captioned them: “Girls in your 20s guess what? I looked like you too. Life is coming for you b******.”
Amy didn’t clarify when the hospital image was taken or why she was getting treatment.
Her fans lent their support to the ‘Inside Amy Schumer...
- 10/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Hollywood star Amy Schumer has used a picture of herself hooked to an IV drip to warn women in their 20s. The ‘Trainwreck’ actress, 42, shared pictures of herself scrunching up her face as she wore a hospital gown in a carousel of images that also included pictures of her in a short, figure-hugging dress taken when she attended a comedy event in 2012, reports femalefirst.co.uk.
The actress captioned the set of images, posted on Instagram: “Warning 20 somethings. I looked like this at your age. Life is coming for you.”
Mum-of-one Amy posted the same set of photos to her Instagram Story.
The actress captioned them: “Girls in your 20s guess what? I looked like you too. Life is coming for you b******.”
Amy didn’t clarify when the hospital image was taken or why she was getting treatment.
Her fans lent their support to the ‘Inside Amy Schumer...
The actress captioned the set of images, posted on Instagram: “Warning 20 somethings. I looked like this at your age. Life is coming for you.”
Mum-of-one Amy posted the same set of photos to her Instagram Story.
The actress captioned them: “Girls in your 20s guess what? I looked like you too. Life is coming for you b******.”
Amy didn’t clarify when the hospital image was taken or why she was getting treatment.
Her fans lent their support to the ‘Inside Amy Schumer...
- 10/5/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Actress-comedian Amy Schumer, has responded to the backlash she has received for her post, where she had jokingly written that Nicole Kidman was not looking human in one picture. Addressing the backlash, she said, “Breathe y’all”.
Earlier this week, the ‘I Feel Pretty’ star had made a joke about a photo of Kidman attending the US Open in New York, where the Oscar-winner appeared to be super zoned-in on watching the match.
Joking in a since-deleted post that Kidman didn’t look human in the photo, Schumer quickly got heat from fans who thought she was being mean, and even ‘cyberbullying’ the American-Australian actress.
The ‘Trainwreck’ actress, 42, has now issued a statement regarding her comment about the ‘Bombshell’ star, 56.
The actress, after deleting her Instagram post, later returned to the platform to explain that she meant no harm in her initial post.
“Okay so the joke I was making...
Earlier this week, the ‘I Feel Pretty’ star had made a joke about a photo of Kidman attending the US Open in New York, where the Oscar-winner appeared to be super zoned-in on watching the match.
Joking in a since-deleted post that Kidman didn’t look human in the photo, Schumer quickly got heat from fans who thought she was being mean, and even ‘cyberbullying’ the American-Australian actress.
The ‘Trainwreck’ actress, 42, has now issued a statement regarding her comment about the ‘Bombshell’ star, 56.
The actress, after deleting her Instagram post, later returned to the platform to explain that she meant no harm in her initial post.
“Okay so the joke I was making...
- 9/16/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Actress-comedian Amy Schumer, has responded to the backlash she has received for her post, where she had jokingly written that Nicole Kidman was not looking human in one picture. Addressing the backlash, she said, “Breathe y’all”.
Earlier this week, the ‘I Feel Pretty’ star had made a joke about a photo of Kidman attending the US Open in New York, where the Oscar-winner appeared to be super zoned-in on watching the match.
Joking in a since-deleted post that Kidman didn’t look human in the photo, Schumer quickly got heat from fans who thought she was being mean, and even ‘cyberbullying’ the American-Australian actress.
The ‘Trainwreck’ actress, 42, has now issued a statement regarding her comment about the ‘Bombshell’ star, 56.
The actress, after deleting her Instagram post, later returned to the platform to explain that she meant no harm in her initial post.
“Okay so the joke I was making...
Earlier this week, the ‘I Feel Pretty’ star had made a joke about a photo of Kidman attending the US Open in New York, where the Oscar-winner appeared to be super zoned-in on watching the match.
Joking in a since-deleted post that Kidman didn’t look human in the photo, Schumer quickly got heat from fans who thought she was being mean, and even ‘cyberbullying’ the American-Australian actress.
The ‘Trainwreck’ actress, 42, has now issued a statement regarding her comment about the ‘Bombshell’ star, 56.
The actress, after deleting her Instagram post, later returned to the platform to explain that she meant no harm in her initial post.
“Okay so the joke I was making...
- 9/16/2023
- by Agency News Desk
Amy Schumer has responded to the headlines about that Nicole Kidman joke.
The comedian recently commented on a photo of Kidman at the U.S. Open, writing of her stance, “This how human sit.”
Schumer then faced backlash online for criticizing Kidman’s appearance.
Read More: Amy Schumer Appears To Mock Ashton Kutcher And Mila Kunis Amid Danny Masterson Controversy After Being Accused Of Cyberbullying Nicole Kidman
The “Trainwreck” actress has now taken to social media to comment on the outrage, writing: “I hope everyone is okay and takes a deep breath including all of the think pieces written on this. You guys good?
“To all of the people who commented on me. I’m so sorry I’m not prettier. Please forgive me. I apologize. It wasn’t even a slow news day.
“North Korea and Russia are getting too close for comfort. There are deadly storms sweeping our...
The comedian recently commented on a photo of Kidman at the U.S. Open, writing of her stance, “This how human sit.”
Schumer then faced backlash online for criticizing Kidman’s appearance.
Read More: Amy Schumer Appears To Mock Ashton Kutcher And Mila Kunis Amid Danny Masterson Controversy After Being Accused Of Cyberbullying Nicole Kidman
The “Trainwreck” actress has now taken to social media to comment on the outrage, writing: “I hope everyone is okay and takes a deep breath including all of the think pieces written on this. You guys good?
“To all of the people who commented on me. I’m so sorry I’m not prettier. Please forgive me. I apologize. It wasn’t even a slow news day.
“North Korea and Russia are getting too close for comfort. There are deadly storms sweeping our...
- 9/15/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Amy Schumer appeared to mock Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis’ Danny Masterson controversy in a since-deleted Instagram post.
The comedian took to social media to address headlines criticizing a recent comment she made about a photo of Nicole Kidman at the U.S. Open.
Read More: Ashton Kutcher And Mila Kunis Wrote Letters In Support Of ‘Role Model’ Danny Masterson Prior To Sentencing For Rape Conviction
Schumer had shared a photo of the Aussie actress’ stance, with the caption: “This how human sit,” the Daily Mail reported, adding that social media users had criticized her over the comments.
The “Trainwreck” actress then wrote on Instagram, “I want to apologize to all the people I hurt posting a photo of Nicole Kidman and alluding to her being an alien.
“I will be asking the cast of that 70s show to write letters advocating for my forgiveness,” adding #takingtimetoheal.
Credit: Instagram/Amy...
The comedian took to social media to address headlines criticizing a recent comment she made about a photo of Nicole Kidman at the U.S. Open.
Read More: Ashton Kutcher And Mila Kunis Wrote Letters In Support Of ‘Role Model’ Danny Masterson Prior To Sentencing For Rape Conviction
Schumer had shared a photo of the Aussie actress’ stance, with the caption: “This how human sit,” the Daily Mail reported, adding that social media users had criticized her over the comments.
The “Trainwreck” actress then wrote on Instagram, “I want to apologize to all the people I hurt posting a photo of Nicole Kidman and alluding to her being an alien.
“I will be asking the cast of that 70s show to write letters advocating for my forgiveness,” adding #takingtimetoheal.
Credit: Instagram/Amy...
- 9/11/2023
- by Becca Longmire
- ET Canada
Happy Ending is a romantic comedy film written and directed by Joosje Duk. The Netflix film follows the story of a couple Luna (Gaite Jansen) and Mink (Martijn Lakemeier), who are very much in love with each other but Luna has never been able to orgasm during the course of their relationship and when she tells this to her best friend, she gets an advice from her that will change Luna’s life for forever. So, if you loved Happy Ending here are some similar movies you could watch next.
Sleeping With Other People Credit – IFC Films
Synopsis: Can two serial cheaters get a second chance at love? After a one-night stand in college, New Yorkers Lainey (Alison Brie) and Jake (Jason Sudeikis) meet by chance twelve years later and discover they each have the same problem: because of their monogamy-challenged ways, neither can maintain a relationship. Determined to stay friends despite their mutual attraction,...
Sleeping With Other People Credit – IFC Films
Synopsis: Can two serial cheaters get a second chance at love? After a one-night stand in college, New Yorkers Lainey (Alison Brie) and Jake (Jason Sudeikis) meet by chance twelve years later and discover they each have the same problem: because of their monogamy-challenged ways, neither can maintain a relationship. Determined to stay friends despite their mutual attraction,...
- 9/7/2023
- by Kulwant Singh
- Cinema Blind
In modern Hollywood, it’s not uncommon for WWE stars to become movie stars, mainly because they have already built their reputation and recognition as celebrities through WWE. John Cena is certainly one of those stars. He started his career as an actor in 2006’s ‘The Marine,’ and he gained further recognition with ‘Trainwreck,’ ‘Bumblebee,’ and the two latest installments of the ‘Fast & Furious’ franchise. However, he won’t be remembered for any of these roles as much as he’s going to be with the role of Christopher Smith, aka Peacemaker, in DC Extended Universe.
John Cena debuted as Peacemaker in 2021’s ‘The Suicide Squad,’ written and directed by the current co-ceo of DC Studios, James Gunn. Cena’s performance received positive feedback, and many fans agreed that Cena found a role that suited him the best, which Cena proved even more in 2022’s spin-off series ‘Peacemaker,’ which is...
John Cena debuted as Peacemaker in 2021’s ‘The Suicide Squad,’ written and directed by the current co-ceo of DC Studios, James Gunn. Cena’s performance received positive feedback, and many fans agreed that Cena found a role that suited him the best, which Cena proved even more in 2022’s spin-off series ‘Peacemaker,’ which is...
- 8/25/2023
- by Lukas Abramovich
- Comic Basics
Scott Waugh had the opportunity to make use of two phenomenal talents in his new movie Hidden Strike, but he couldn’t really achieve the impact he would have liked. It’s an odd pairing—Jackie Chan with John Cena. Both have the same initials, and for a while, it looked like they might go against each other, but the writing ensured that the story remained predictable. Written by Arash Amel, Hidden Strike neither invested much in complex character arcs nor any dilemmas that the characters would really have to struggle with. The movie is carried from one action sequence to the next, and Jackie and John try to salvage the one-note movie on their shoulders through their charm and goofy performances.
Jackie Chan has legendary status when it comes to action cinema. Having done films like The Legend of the Drunken Master and Rush Hour, he has nothing more to prove.
Jackie Chan has legendary status when it comes to action cinema. Having done films like The Legend of the Drunken Master and Rush Hour, he has nothing more to prove.
- 7/28/2023
- by Ayush Awasthi
- Film Fugitives
When it comes to the road to blockbuster glory, some projects are willed, some happen instantaneously, while others go through a long development hell. That’s just what happens when you’re working toward what’s hopefully a billion-grossing title.
In the case of Mattel’s Barbie, it was a 14-year journey that began at Universal. It stands to reason that the toy company would be fiercely protective about a feature take on its 64-year-old doll that generates a reported $3 billion annually in revenue. The product first conceived as America’s Sweetheart has evolved with changing times, switching up her stereotypes and outfits from prom queen to flight attendant to Mad Men secretary to astronaut. A doll that was deemed iconic in the 1970s-era of pinups like Loni Anderson and Farrah Fawcett endured a backlash when critics deemed her an inappropriate role model for young girls. This, despite Mattel pushing...
In the case of Mattel’s Barbie, it was a 14-year journey that began at Universal. It stands to reason that the toy company would be fiercely protective about a feature take on its 64-year-old doll that generates a reported $3 billion annually in revenue. The product first conceived as America’s Sweetheart has evolved with changing times, switching up her stereotypes and outfits from prom queen to flight attendant to Mad Men secretary to astronaut. A doll that was deemed iconic in the 1970s-era of pinups like Loni Anderson and Farrah Fawcett endured a backlash when critics deemed her an inappropriate role model for young girls. This, despite Mattel pushing...
- 7/24/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Barbie is looking like a box office beauty, racking up the strongest preview night numbers of the year and heading for a weekend gross that could top $100 million — that could buy Warner Bros. a whole lot of dream houses.
But the Mattel icon’s pink Corvette took a very long road to the big screen, and before writer-director Greta Gerwig, writer Noah Baumbach and star Margot Robbie, there were other top creatives attached to the on-again, off-again project.
Below is a brief history of Barbie’s journey from one of the most popular toys in the world to theaters:
1959. The Barbie fashion doll, created by Ruth Handler, is launched.
Literally 50 years pass.
2009: Mattel, the makers of Barbie, sign a deal with Universal Pictures to make a film about the iconic doll. That deal fell through.
2014: Sony acquired the rights to Barbie. The project saw a series of writers...
But the Mattel icon’s pink Corvette took a very long road to the big screen, and before writer-director Greta Gerwig, writer Noah Baumbach and star Margot Robbie, there were other top creatives attached to the on-again, off-again project.
Below is a brief history of Barbie’s journey from one of the most popular toys in the world to theaters:
1959. The Barbie fashion doll, created by Ruth Handler, is launched.
Literally 50 years pass.
2009: Mattel, the makers of Barbie, sign a deal with Universal Pictures to make a film about the iconic doll. That deal fell through.
2014: Sony acquired the rights to Barbie. The project saw a series of writers...
- 7/21/2023
- by James Hibberd
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The promotion of Donna Langley, the head of the Universal film studio, to chief content officer overseeing all of NBCUniversal’s entertainment divisions, is Comcast President Mike Cavanagh’s first big decision in his tenure running the media business directly. It’s a savvy move to advance a quietly accomplished leader while other major studios are struggling, many insiders told TheWrap.
“In a time when these studios are a mess, it’s a safe move,” a producer told TheWrap about promoting Langley, referring to the box office woes and internal challenges at rivals like Bob Iger’s Walt Disney Company and David Zaslav’s Warner Bros. Discovery.
“It seemed inevitable,” one top talent agent told TheWrap. “There were rumors for a while that she wanted more responsibility and to move further up the Comcast hierarchy.”
True or not, Langley’s tenure has been marked by a lack of public drama...
“In a time when these studios are a mess, it’s a safe move,” a producer told TheWrap about promoting Langley, referring to the box office woes and internal challenges at rivals like Bob Iger’s Walt Disney Company and David Zaslav’s Warner Bros. Discovery.
“It seemed inevitable,” one top talent agent told TheWrap. “There were rumors for a while that she wanted more responsibility and to move further up the Comcast hierarchy.”
True or not, Langley’s tenure has been marked by a lack of public drama...
- 7/10/2023
- by Scott Mendelson and Umberto Gonzalez
- The Wrap
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