The first two Bridget Jones films have not aged particularly well. By and large the humor stems from bodily slapstick where the joke is is that the protagonist is “a little overweight”, when actually she’s just a normal-sized woman who gets in some embarrassing predicaments whilst she tries landing a mate. Everyone calls her “fat” inBridget Jones’s DiaryandThe Edge of Reasonand Hollywood pats itself on the back for putting a woman on the screen that doesn’t give its audience a faux beauty complex....

Britt Robertsonhas been primed for bigger, more ambitious fare for some time now. She was a standout in two unexpectedly strong, small movies,The First TimeandMother and Child, and then served as the lead inBrad Bird’s unfairly dismissedTomorrowland, alongsideGeorge ClooneyandHugh Laurie. Yeah, there was also the forgettableNicholas SparksadaptationThe Longest Ride, and the deeply unfunnyDelivery Man, but she certainly proved herself as one of a very few highlights in both of those movies....

David Chasewill forever be synonymous withThe Sopranos. As the creator of the most influential television series of the last 30 years, Chase’s legacy shines brightly throughout pop culture in the 21st century. Notably, the TV landscape saw a boom in prestige cable dramas that would never have existed without his creation. Yet, because of his innate iconoclast streak as an artist, he refuses torest on the laurels of the HBO drama....

If you’re a fan ofThe Mandalorian, love pinball, and have about $7,000 to spend, you’re about to be very happy. That’s because Stern has announced their latest pinball machine and it’s based on the incredibly popular Disney+ seriesThe Mandalorian. Like previous Stern releases, they’re releasing three versions: Pro ($6,199), Premium ($7,799), and Limited Edition ($9,199). While all the editions are loaded with cool stuff, the LE is limited to 750 and includes an exclusive full color mirrored backglass inspired by Beskar armor, iconic custom cabinet artwork, custom high gloss powder-coated pinball armor, a custom designer autographed bottom arch, exclusive inside art blades, upgraded audio system, anti-reflection pinball playfield glass, shaker motor, a sequentially numbered plaque, and Certificate of Authenticity....

The comedy genre was forever changed in the early 2000s, and much of it was due toJudd Apatow. TheFreaks and Geeksexecutive producer made his feature directorial debut with 2005’sThe 40-Year-Old Virgin, which was warmly received by both critics and audiences but also marked a significant change of pace for the comedy genre as a whole. Instead of high-concept antics or heavy starpower, Apatow populated his film with a bounty of young talent, let improvisation lead many of the scenes, and concocted a deadly mixture of R-rated raunch andJames L....

WithJason Bournenow in theaters, last week I got on the phone with producerFrank Marshallto talk about the franchise. During our wide-ranging conversation he talked about how making this installment was different than the last three, the use of technology in the film, filming the Las Vegas sequence, more sequels, the status of anotherBournemovie withJeremy Renner, and more. In addition, with Marshall busy with a number of other projects, I got updates on theJurassic Worldsequel, the nextIndiana Jonesmovie,Clint Eastwood’sSully,Assassin’s Creed, andJoe Cornish’sSnow Crash....

With his appearance oppositeSydney Sweeney(Euphoria) in the rom-com,Anything But You, continuing to dominate the box office,Top Gun: Maverickstar,Glen Powellhas announced the next project he’ll be digging his hands into.Deadlinefirst broke the news that theTwistersactor will be boardingHuntington, a thriller that comes from the mind ofEmily The Criminal’sJohn Patton Ford. Having previously paired with gargantuan studios including Paramount Pictures and Sony Pictures Releasing, this time around, Powell will join ranks with indie-darling A24....

From his Academy Award-winningBravehearttoThe Patriot,We Were Soldiers,The Passion of ChristandApocalypto,Mel Gibsonhas always excelled at telling an epic story with compelling realism. In his first directorial effort in a decade, Gibson helmsHacksaw Ridgefrom a tightly crafted screenplay byRobert SchenkkanandAndrew Knight,bringing to dramatic life the true story of conscientious objector and Army medicDesmond Doss(Andrew Garfield). When finding a way to live by his values meant refusing to bear arms in one of the bloodiest battles of World War II, Doss redefined what it meant to be a war hero....

The latest episode ofHouse of the Dragonhad many noteworthy moments, but when Viserys told Alicent, “I am going to bed, Aemma”, fans were as bewildered as the in-universe characters. The King’s (Paddy Considine) relationship with his young Queen has always been a point of discussion among fans, understandably so. In a new conversation with theGame of Thronespodcast, actorOlivia Cooke, who took over the role fromEmily Carey, affirms that Alicent does love Viserys however the actor isn’t sure she “respects” him....

The recent iPadOS 18.4 update has brought several new features, but some users are experiencing issues after installing it. Problems like battery drain, app crashes, and connectivity issues have been reported in Apple Support Communities.Most iPadOS 18.4 problems can be fixed with simple solutions like restarting your device, checking for app updates, or clearing storage space. If you’ve updated your iPad and noticed it’s not working properly, you’re not alone. The updatefixes several security flaws, including an important issue in CoreMedia that could allow malicious applications to gain higher privileges on your device....

After1883,Tulsa Kingand the latest1923still going strong,Taylor Sheridan’s hit streak looks set to continue withMayor of Kingstownreturning for a second season this week. Sheridan and co-creatorHugh Dillonare bringing back the hard-hitting crime thriller series once more, after asuccessful first season released in 2021. Dillon also stars in the series, withHawkeyestarJeremy Rennerheadlining the cast, alongside Academy Award-winnerDianne Weist,Emma Laird,Kyle Chandler,Tobi Bamtefa,Derek Webster,Nishi Munshi,Hamish Allan-Headley, andAidan Gillen, among others. Most of the cast members are returning for the second season and Renner also serves as one of the executive producers....

Joseph Gordon-Levitthas never been shy about his Star Wars fandom – look no further than the full-on face paint Yoda getup he wore to theStar Wars: The Force Awakenspremiere. And now, in the wake of the fired-up fan response toRian Johnson’sThe Last Jedi, the actor has penned a lengthy essay defending and celebrating the film, in particular, how it handles Luke Skywalker. Gordon-Levitt is quick to acknowledge he’s got a bias on the matter – he’s close friends with Johnson, starred inBrickandLooper, and even has a cameo inThe Last Jedi....

WithJustice Leaguealmost here, Warner Bros. has released the B-roll package for the movie. For those who don’t know, B-roll is footage than be spliced with larger packages so that if you’re cutting together an interview with theJustice Leaguecast, you may spice it up with some behind-the-scenes footage. But if you just want to watch it raw, we’ve got you covered. What’s most interesting here is that the B-roll presentsZack Snyderas the director ofJustice League....