Paul Mescal On Parasocial Relationship With Audiences, ‘Normal People’

New research suggests that William Shakespeare's relationship with his wife Anne Hathaway may have been more positive than previously believed. Historically, it was thought that Shakespeare left Hathaway behind in Stratford-upon-Avon and expressed bitterness towards her by leaving her little in his will. However, a letter fragment addressed to "good Mrs Shakespeare" indicates that they likely lived together in central London during the years 1600-1610, according to Prof Matthew Steggle from the University of Bristol's...

Andrew Flintoff recounted his first experience following a serious car crash while filming Top Gear, revealing he thought he "was dead" afterwards. The former England cricketer and current TV presenter suffered significant facial and rib injuries when the three-wheeler he was driving rolled over in 2022. In a new Disney+ documentary, 'Freddie', Flintoff stated that despite the trauma, he vividly remembers the incident, noting he was conscious but unable to see anything. Full Article

British actor Noah Jupe will star in Play Dead, a survival thriller directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, described as Don’t Breathe meets 1917, with production starting in Melbourne in May. The script, penned by Peter Stanley-Ward and Natalie Conway, is financed by Nocturnal and produced alongside Ghost House Pictures, BoulderLight Pictures, and Bad Grey, with several notable producers involved. Jupe's recent projects include roles in Apple series Franklin and Lady in the Lake, and he has...

Summary The second season of Andor has received critical acclaim, with the first three episodes achieving a 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, making it the highest-rated live-action Star Wars series. This season's success is attributed to Disney+ granting critics access to the entire 12-episode season before its release, showcasing the studio's confidence. While Andor Season 2 excels in live-action ratings, it is not the highest-rated Star Wars project overall, with several animated series holding a...

The first reactions to Marvel’s Thunderbolts are overwhelmingly positive, with many calling it “one of the best MCU movies in a long time” and praising its emotional depth, humor, and unique storytelling. The film introduces a team of antiheroes, including Yelena Belova and Bucky Barnes, who embark on a mission that forces them to confront their pasts. Standout performances, particularly by Florence Pugh, and the film's blend of action and character-driven narratives have set high...

SummaryJessica Chastain is set to star in a new untitled horror film directed by Rob Savage, known for his work on The Boogeyman. The film, produced by Universal Pictures with Atomic Monster and Blumhouse, is based on Josh Malerman’s novel Incidents Around the House, which tells the story through the eyes of a young girl haunted by a shapeshifting entity she calls “Other Mommy.” Chastain, who has previously starred in horror films like Mama and...