I have never seen a Paul Thomas Anderson movie before, so this is my first one. Don’t come for me. That said, I can now understand why people love his films. One Battle After Another is bold, chaotic, and strangely magnetic a film that feels both messy and meaningful at the same time. It’s very manly in…
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SEAN “DIDDY” COMBS PRISON SENTENCE: 4 YEARS, REGRET LETTERS, AND MY UNFILTERED TAKE
Yesterday afternoon, Sean Combs was sentenced to four years in prison. But let’s be honest he’ll probably end up serving about two years with “good behaviour and credit.” At the start of the day, the judge said he was going to consider everything even the things Diddy had been acquitted for. He also mentioned that he…
JOHN PARTRIDGE ON “THE CODE”: IDENTITY, AUTHENTICITY, AND QUEER VISIBILITY
With a career spanning from Cats at 16 to EastEnders and beyond, John Partridge has never shied away from roles that challenge and inspire him. Now, he steps into the shoes of William “Billy” Haines in The Code at Southwark Playhouse a play that shines a light on a forgotten queer icon of Hollywood’s golden era. We sat down…
“THE CODE”: HOLLYWOOD’S DARK SIDE IN THE SPOTLIGHT
You walk into the Southwark Playhouse in Elephant and the set immediately catches your eye. It’s glamorous, glitzy, and dripping with Old Hollywood style which is exactly what you’d expect, since the play is set in the 1950s. The Code is a witty, funny, and dazzling production that strips away the shimmering surface of Tinseltown to…
THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY FINALE: JENNY HAN KNOWS HOW TO END A STORY
You have to give Jenny Han credit every single one of her books that’s been adapted has become a hit show. Whether you’re Team Conrad or Team Jeremiah, she knows how to play the game. She creates brilliant storylines and chooses actors who make the characters unforgettable. Even in the finale, Jenny Han adds her…
DARKEST HOUR: THE OSCAR-WINNING MASTERPIECE NO ONE TALKS ABOUT
“You cannot reason with a tiger when your head is in its mouth.” Winston Churchill delivered this line straight to Halifax’s face in the War Rooms, and somehow Halifax still didn’t get the point. That’s the kind of sharp, cutting drama Darkest Hour thrives on. For me, this is easily one of the best war films of…
THE SUMMER I TURNED PRETTY: WHEN EVERYONE FINALLY GREW UP (PENULTIMATE EPISODE REVIEW)
For once, this episode was one of my absolute favourites of the season. No one annoyed me, and honestly, it felt like every single character grew a little bit. It’s been a long time coming, but this episode finally gave me what I’ve been waiting for real development, real emotion, and a sense of closure….
DANI DEETTÉ TALKS MUSIC, ACTING, AND WORKING WITH KATHY BATES.
Dani’s journey to the screen is anything but traditional. From her early love of music to her career in the criminal justice system, Dani has brought all of those life experiences into her acting. Now starring as Wendy Wysong in The Runarounds, she reflects on the role, her musical roots, memorable on-set moments, and what it’s…
FINDING HER VOICE AGAIN: JENNIFER DALEY ON THE RUNAROUNDS, MUSIC, AND MAKING CHANGE
Jennifer Daley is no stranger to resilience whether in her acting career, her activism, or her personal journey. Now, she takes on a pivotal role in the new TV series The Runarounds, where she plays Danny Mace, a tough-as-nails music label executive with a passion for discovering talent. In this candid conversation, Daley shares her connection…
WARWICK DAVIS RETURNS AS PROFESSOR FLITWICK IN HBO’S HARRY POTTER SERIES
Isn’t this an exciting bit of casting news for the new HBO Harry Potter series? Warwick Davis is officially reprising his role as Professor Flitwick! Many fans will also remember him as Griphook, the goblin who worked at Gringotts Wizarding Bank. In the new series, Griphook will be played by Garry Puddles, known for his…