Doctor Who is back for a new season, and already there are some viewers criticizing the show for being too 'woke' for its inclusive and progressive stories and production. With Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor and newcomer Varada Sethu as companion Belinda Chandra, the new season marks the first time that the whole Tardis crew has been comprised of non-white actors.
While the ethnicity of actors shouldn't be an issue, there's always going to be a number of people prepared to complain about anything and everything. Addressing the criticisms, showrunner Russell T. Davies explained that he pays them absolutely no attention.
"Someone always brings up matters of diversity. And there are online warriors accusing us of diversity and wokeness and involving messages and issues," Davies told BBC Radio 2. "And I have no time for this. I don't have a second to bear [it]. Because what you might call diversity,...
While the ethnicity of actors shouldn't be an issue, there's always going to be a number of people prepared to complain about anything and everything. Addressing the criticisms, showrunner Russell T. Davies explained that he pays them absolutely no attention.
"Someone always brings up matters of diversity. And there are online warriors accusing us of diversity and wokeness and involving messages and issues," Davies told BBC Radio 2. "And I have no time for this. I don't have a second to bear [it]. Because what you might call diversity,...
- 4/18/2025
- by Ashley Hurst
- Winter Is Coming
Plot: A surrealist family comedy set in 1969 San Fernando Valley that tells the story of the Chambers, a quirky family pursuing lofty and seemingly impossible dreams, beautifully unfettered by the realities of the world. When Hampton Chambers is released from prison, his long-awaited family reunion doesn’t go quite as he’d planned. During his absence, Hampton’s wife, Astoria, and sons, Einstein and Harrison, have formed an unconventional family unit, and Hampton’s return spins their world into chaos.
Review: The aesthetics of filmmakers like Wes Anderson and Joel and Ethan Coen are unique, original, and ultimately divisive for audiences. Love or hate them, you cannot deny that Anderson and The Coen Brothers offer something few filmmakers can replicate. The new Apple TV+ series Government Cheese offers an attempt to tell a family-oriented comedy-drama set in the late 1960s with the quirky feel of a Wes Anderson film if...
Review: The aesthetics of filmmakers like Wes Anderson and Joel and Ethan Coen are unique, original, and ultimately divisive for audiences. Love or hate them, you cannot deny that Anderson and The Coen Brothers offer something few filmmakers can replicate. The new Apple TV+ series Government Cheese offers an attempt to tell a family-oriented comedy-drama set in the late 1960s with the quirky feel of a Wes Anderson film if...
- 4/15/2025
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Much like a trip in the Tardis to a dangerous planet in the distant future, it can be difficult to remember quite how we got to this place, but the reality remains nevertheless concerning. Review bombing has been a topic of much discussion over recent months, especially when it comes to those projects that have found themselves a target of the "anti-woke" brigade. Next in the firing line is the recent return of Doctor Who, which recently premiered its Season 2 opening episode, "The Robot Revolution."
Written by Russell T. Davies and directed by Peter Hoar (The Last of Us), the first trip in Season 2 for the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and his new companion Belinda (Varada Sethu) has been seemingly well received by casual viewers, with many others from within the Whoniverse declaring it a much better opener than last year's "Space Babies." Alas, despite the positive reception and an early perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes,...
Written by Russell T. Davies and directed by Peter Hoar (The Last of Us), the first trip in Season 2 for the Doctor (Ncuti Gatwa) and his new companion Belinda (Varada Sethu) has been seemingly well received by casual viewers, with many others from within the Whoniverse declaring it a much better opener than last year's "Space Babies." Alas, despite the positive reception and an early perfect 100% on Rotten Tomatoes,...
- 4/14/2025
- by Jake Hodges
- Collider.com
Disney’s live-action remake of Snow White is expected to lose $115 million. The film earned just $14.2 million domestically in its second weekend. Detailed reports suggest the film’s revenue of $295 million falls short of the $410 million needed to make the film and inflated costs, including $270 million for production.
Additional promotion expenses, residual payments and miscellaneous costs will contribute to another $140 million.
Producers are blaming the controversy surrounding actress Rachel Zegler and her recent comments on the original film. Zegler attacked Disney during a promotional interview, referring to the original animated classic as outdated and taking issue with its romantic storyline.
“The original movie came out in 1937 and very evidently so,” she said, “There’s a big focus on her love story with the guy who stalks her. Weird, weird.” She attempted to take back her criticism of the movie by calling the opportunity to play the iconic princess ‘the honor of a lifetime.
Additional promotion expenses, residual payments and miscellaneous costs will contribute to another $140 million.
Producers are blaming the controversy surrounding actress Rachel Zegler and her recent comments on the original film. Zegler attacked Disney during a promotional interview, referring to the original animated classic as outdated and taking issue with its romantic storyline.
“The original movie came out in 1937 and very evidently so,” she said, “There’s a big focus on her love story with the guy who stalks her. Weird, weird.” She attempted to take back her criticism of the movie by calling the opportunity to play the iconic princess ‘the honor of a lifetime.
- 4/5/2025
- by Jacob Barker
- Uinterview
On Beyond the Gates, Hayley Lawson Hamilton has had an eventful six weeks since the soap’s premiere back at the end of February. She has been slapped, ignored, walked out on, and a gun-toting Dani stole her thunder at her wedding. Meanwhile, she’s taken it upon herself to mend her new hubby’s relationship with his daughters, which is a goal easier said than done. Soap Hub recently talked to Hayley’s portrayor, Marquita Goings, about her Btg experience.
Hayley and Btg
Before Btg, Goings starred in Hulu’s Woke, Tyler Perry’s Zatima, which streamed on BET+, and the CW’s Dynasty reboot. But now that she’s entrenched in the daytime universe, she’s realizing how passionate the fans are, and she’s experiencing the thrill of being part of a groundbreaking show. “A lot of family and friends are so excited,” Goings says. “But also on Twitter,...
Hayley and Btg
Before Btg, Goings starred in Hulu’s Woke, Tyler Perry’s Zatima, which streamed on BET+, and the CW’s Dynasty reboot. But now that she’s entrenched in the daytime universe, she’s realizing how passionate the fans are, and she’s experiencing the thrill of being part of a groundbreaking show. “A lot of family and friends are so excited,” Goings says. “But also on Twitter,...
- 4/4/2025
- by Tina Charles
- Soap Hub
Disney’s recent attempt to revive Snow White has struck an unexpected chord according to a new report from The Mail, which suggests that the latest live-action Disney movie’s lackluster box office has sparked a rush for studios to abandon “woke” output and start looking back on the kind of content they were focusing on over a decade ago. Sources from various companies are quoted discussing how things have escalated to become a “survival mode situation,” which is pushing “woke” out, and bringing more projects that ignore Dei requirements down the fast track.
Naturally, when dealing with any news reports that come from unnamed sources, you can read into the content what you will, but the quotes provided to the publication paint a picture of an industry once again in turmoil as they launch themselves wildly into another potentially disastrous set of circumstances mostly beyond their control.
“When the...
Naturally, when dealing with any news reports that come from unnamed sources, you can read into the content what you will, but the quotes provided to the publication paint a picture of an industry once again in turmoil as they launch themselves wildly into another potentially disastrous set of circumstances mostly beyond their control.
“When the...
- 3/30/2025
- by Anthony Lund
- MovieWeb
Hollywood is reportedly experiencing a significant shift in its production strategies, with industry insiders claiming a move away from films and television shows perceived as overly focused on progressive themes. This alleged change comes in the wake of recent box office failures, most notably Disney’s live-action “Snow White” remake, which faced criticism regarding its casting choices and narrative alterations.
Rachel Zeigler’s Snow White Disaster: Hollywood Insiders Shift Away from “Woke” Content Following Colossal Box Office Failures
According to multiple sources within the industry, including an Oscar-nominated producer and a television writer, Hollywood studios are reassessing their approach to content creation. These insiders suggest that the emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (Dei), which became prominent following the #MeToo movement and the George Floyd protests, is now being reconsidered.
The “Snow White” remake, starring Rachel Zegler, faced backlash for its portrayal of the classic story, including the removal of...
Rachel Zeigler’s Snow White Disaster: Hollywood Insiders Shift Away from “Woke” Content Following Colossal Box Office Failures
According to multiple sources within the industry, including an Oscar-nominated producer and a television writer, Hollywood studios are reassessing their approach to content creation. These insiders suggest that the emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (Dei), which became prominent following the #MeToo movement and the George Floyd protests, is now being reconsidered.
The “Snow White” remake, starring Rachel Zegler, faced backlash for its portrayal of the classic story, including the removal of...
- 3/29/2025
- by Daniel Babis
- Daily Soap Dish
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End is an exceptionally deep anime with many characters who are not just unique in appearance and demeanor but also unique from within. One of the most intriguing characters is Fern.
Fern is undoubtedly a skilled mage, trained by none other than Frieren herself. However, her strength isn’t massive yet. While her aptitude towards magic is extremely high (her raw mana output is immense), her actual combat ability is still developing.
Frieren and Fern from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End [Credits: Madhouse]
She is akin to a young Frieren, still going about adventuring and practicing magic. The mage duels in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End highlight that battles rely heavily on matchups and technique, not just sheer power.
A power that will only grow stronger
There are many characters like Denken, Methode, and Sense that still surpass her in terms of experience and refined spellcraft. Then why is there a special focus on Fern?...
Fern is undoubtedly a skilled mage, trained by none other than Frieren herself. However, her strength isn’t massive yet. While her aptitude towards magic is extremely high (her raw mana output is immense), her actual combat ability is still developing.
Frieren and Fern from Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End [Credits: Madhouse]
She is akin to a young Frieren, still going about adventuring and practicing magic. The mage duels in Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End highlight that battles rely heavily on matchups and technique, not just sheer power.
A power that will only grow stronger
There are many characters like Denken, Methode, and Sense that still surpass her in terms of experience and refined spellcraft. Then why is there a special focus on Fern?...
- 3/28/2025
- by Chandra Shekhar
- FandomWire
Disney has been reigning as the epitome of animated films across the world. It has all the records, and the box office hits to its name. It did not seem like Walt Disey’s studio was going to move anytime soon.
Ne Zha 2 might be set for great things in the world [Credit: Beijing Enlight Media]
But as sudden as a bolt from the blue, the Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 has shattered all box office records, reaching $2 billion in just 33 days.
This makes Ne Zha 2 the first non-Hollywood film to achieve this milestone, standing as an exceptional example that regional films can perform well and even break language barriers.
A new era for Chinese animation
English is a universal medium of communication, which is why most top-grossing films are in English. Be it a person of any nationality or on any continent, they all have English as a common ground.
Ne Zha 2 might be set for great things in the world [Credit: Beijing Enlight Media]
But as sudden as a bolt from the blue, the Chinese animated film Ne Zha 2 has shattered all box office records, reaching $2 billion in just 33 days.
This makes Ne Zha 2 the first non-Hollywood film to achieve this milestone, standing as an exceptional example that regional films can perform well and even break language barriers.
A new era for Chinese animation
English is a universal medium of communication, which is why most top-grossing films are in English. Be it a person of any nationality or on any continent, they all have English as a common ground.
- 3/5/2025
- by Chandra Shekhar
- FandomWire
Contrary to popular belief, white liberal arts students protesting President Trump through interpretive dance isn’t “woke” — that’s just what The Man wants you to think.
The phrase “stay woke” first entered the public lexicon through the recordings of influential folk and blues singer Lead Belly with his 1938 song “The Scottsboro Boys.” Later, in the current century, the genre-spanning Erykah Badu brought the phrase back into pop culture’s consciousness through her own music, and when the Black Lives Matter movement emerged in the mid-2010s, “stay woke” became a popular warning among BLM supporters that reminded them to be vigilant in spotting racial discrimination.
Then, Childish Gambino released his hit single “Redbone” in 2016, and white college students everywhere stole the word “woke,” over-used it in Tumblr rants and Twitter fights, and turned it into a punchline on the left and curse word on the right that now pejoratively...
The phrase “stay woke” first entered the public lexicon through the recordings of influential folk and blues singer Lead Belly with his 1938 song “The Scottsboro Boys.” Later, in the current century, the genre-spanning Erykah Badu brought the phrase back into pop culture’s consciousness through her own music, and when the Black Lives Matter movement emerged in the mid-2010s, “stay woke” became a popular warning among BLM supporters that reminded them to be vigilant in spotting racial discrimination.
Then, Childish Gambino released his hit single “Redbone” in 2016, and white college students everywhere stole the word “woke,” over-used it in Tumblr rants and Twitter fights, and turned it into a punchline on the left and curse word on the right that now pejoratively...
- 3/1/2025
- Cracked
Ben Shapiro publicly declared that Bill Burr is “woke,” an “asshole" and “both a moral and an economic idiot.”
To which Burr replied, “Who are you?”
Earlier this month, Burr inadvertently made himself the main character of the conservative media cycle when he went on his latest of many righteous rants about the state of income inequality in America during an episode of The Monday Morning Podcast. While responding to a write-in from a fan who, as a single mother, is struggling to make ends meet, Burr blamed “rabid dog” billionaires for the fact that the richest country in the world has so many hard-working citizens living in poverty, and he angrily suggested that such robber barons “need to be put down.”
Clearly, a certain conservative social media pundit was jealous of the attention Burr was getting from right-wing circles, and Shapiro launched an all-out attack against the comic on Facebook,...
To which Burr replied, “Who are you?”
Earlier this month, Burr inadvertently made himself the main character of the conservative media cycle when he went on his latest of many righteous rants about the state of income inequality in America during an episode of The Monday Morning Podcast. While responding to a write-in from a fan who, as a single mother, is struggling to make ends meet, Burr blamed “rabid dog” billionaires for the fact that the richest country in the world has so many hard-working citizens living in poverty, and he angrily suggested that such robber barons “need to be put down.”
Clearly, a certain conservative social media pundit was jealous of the attention Burr was getting from right-wing circles, and Shapiro launched an all-out attack against the comic on Facebook,...
- 2/27/2025
- Cracked
In a barnstorming speech while accepting her Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award, Jane Fonda delivered a rallying cry for the causes that have motivated her six-decade career.
Those included workers rights, unions, fighting against inequality, and above all, care for the disenfranchised. “Make no mistake, empathy is not weak, or woke,” she said from the stage. “And by the way, woke just means that you give a damn about other people.”
The remarks were unmistakably political in tone, though Fonda never mentioned the current president by name. Intriguingly, she evoked Sebastian Stan’s Oscar nominated performance as Donald Trump in “The Apprentice” from an angle of compassion. Of Stan’s work, she said, “(He had) to understand and empathize with the traumatized person (he was) playing.”
She also mentioned Bree Daniels, the sex worker she played in 1971’s “Klute,” to address the subject of self-harm and sexual assault on young women.
Those included workers rights, unions, fighting against inequality, and above all, care for the disenfranchised. “Make no mistake, empathy is not weak, or woke,” she said from the stage. “And by the way, woke just means that you give a damn about other people.”
The remarks were unmistakably political in tone, though Fonda never mentioned the current president by name. Intriguingly, she evoked Sebastian Stan’s Oscar nominated performance as Donald Trump in “The Apprentice” from an angle of compassion. Of Stan’s work, she said, “(He had) to understand and empathize with the traumatized person (he was) playing.”
She also mentioned Bree Daniels, the sex worker she played in 1971’s “Klute,” to address the subject of self-harm and sexual assault on young women.
- 2/24/2025
- by Joe McGovern
- The Wrap
Selena Gomez has long been celebrated as a proud Latina voice in Hollywood, using her platform to advocate for representation and diversity. However, even the singer and actress can’t escape the ongoing Emilia Pérez controversy, given how she has continued to defend the film despite everything.
Credit: Karla Sofía Gascón in Emilia Pérez / Pathé
The controversy that started after the film was released and intensified after the lead star, Karla Sofía Gascón’s old tweets resurfaced has ballooned into a huge issue for the film, ruining its Oscar campaign. Yet, Gomez does not regret the film, leaving many questioning the sincerity of her stance when it comes to Latina pride.
Selena Gomez opens up about Emilia Pérez controversy Credits: Selena Gomez in Emilia Pérez / Netflix
The French musical crime film Emilia Pérez premiered with rave and largely positive reviews, earning praise for all of its cast members. However, in Mexico and elsewhere,...
Credit: Karla Sofía Gascón in Emilia Pérez / Pathé
The controversy that started after the film was released and intensified after the lead star, Karla Sofía Gascón’s old tweets resurfaced has ballooned into a huge issue for the film, ruining its Oscar campaign. Yet, Gomez does not regret the film, leaving many questioning the sincerity of her stance when it comes to Latina pride.
Selena Gomez opens up about Emilia Pérez controversy Credits: Selena Gomez in Emilia Pérez / Netflix
The French musical crime film Emilia Pérez premiered with rave and largely positive reviews, earning praise for all of its cast members. However, in Mexico and elsewhere,...
- 2/11/2025
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Star Reveals Surprising Inspiration For His Peter Parker Voice
Hudson Thames found his Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man voice in a rather intimate place.
In a conversation with Comicbook.com, Thames talked about returning to the role of Peter Parker/Spider-Man and creating a new Peter that, despite sounding like Tom Holland's iteration, wasn't necessarily inspired by him.
Related Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Review: The Disney+ Series Brings Out Spidey's Best
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man offers a daring new look at Marvel's beloved wall-crawler in an ambitious season that Disney+ fans will love.
"I had a conversation kind of with Marvel about that. But the most inspiration came from me," he explained. Originally, the actor approached this part by considering the Spider-Man performances before him, thinking, "Okay, I'm going to go watch some, like the game tapes, the old Spider-Mans, and No Way Home. All of which I had already seen, but then I was like, you know what, I...
In a conversation with Comicbook.com, Thames talked about returning to the role of Peter Parker/Spider-Man and creating a new Peter that, despite sounding like Tom Holland's iteration, wasn't necessarily inspired by him.
Related Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Review: The Disney+ Series Brings Out Spidey's Best
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man offers a daring new look at Marvel's beloved wall-crawler in an ambitious season that Disney+ fans will love.
"I had a conversation kind of with Marvel about that. But the most inspiration came from me," he explained. Originally, the actor approached this part by considering the Spider-Man performances before him, thinking, "Okay, I'm going to go watch some, like the game tapes, the old Spider-Mans, and No Way Home. All of which I had already seen, but then I was like, you know what, I...
- 1/30/2025
- by Ben Wasserman
- CBR
Hudson Thames, who voices Spider-Man in Disney’s new show Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is under fire because of a strange statement he made recently. In a recent interview, he claimed that he was apprehensive about the show at first as he thought it could be too woke for him.
Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Hudson Thames) Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man | Credits: Disney, Marvel Animation
However, his perception changed when he got the script. He realized that the story and characters were relatable enough to feel like real life, and so his appreciation turned to excitement for the role.
The new Spider-Man show truly is quite relatable, according to fans. Mostly because of how diverse and inclusive it is from the start. As such, the internet obviously didn’t take too kindly to his words.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man voice actor Hudson Thames feared the show being woke
Disney’s new animated...
Peter Parker/Spider-Man (Hudson Thames) Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man | Credits: Disney, Marvel Animation
However, his perception changed when he got the script. He realized that the story and characters were relatable enough to feel like real life, and so his appreciation turned to excitement for the role.
The new Spider-Man show truly is quite relatable, according to fans. Mostly because of how diverse and inclusive it is from the start. As such, the internet obviously didn’t take too kindly to his words.
Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man voice actor Hudson Thames feared the show being woke
Disney’s new animated...
- 1/30/2025
- by Anushree Banerjee
- FandomWire
What are the 10 worst movies of 2024? There has been some debate about whether you should write an article listing the “10 Worst Films of 2024.” For me, I think it’s imperative to keep studios in check. Yes, it was an excellent year for film, and you can read our ranking of “The 20 Best Movies of 2024” as well, but that doesn’t mean there weren’t a few cinematic experiences so awful they made you regret your most precious resource: time.
Yes, some misfires had their hearts in the right place. However, most were intentionally bad and ploys to steal your money and your sanity. Check out our list and let us know if you agree.
The 10 Worst Movies of 2024 10. Kraven the Hunter Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Kraven the Hunter (2024), one of the 10 worst movies of 2024! | Image via Sony Pictures
Directed by J. C. Chandor
Kraven the Hunter should have been fun, but the gory,...
Yes, some misfires had their hearts in the right place. However, most were intentionally bad and ploys to steal your money and your sanity. Check out our list and let us know if you agree.
The 10 Worst Movies of 2024 10. Kraven the Hunter Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Kraven the Hunter (2024), one of the 10 worst movies of 2024! | Image via Sony Pictures
Directed by J. C. Chandor
Kraven the Hunter should have been fun, but the gory,...
- 12/29/2024
- by M.N. Miller
- FandomWire
The internationally famous J. R. R. Tolkien franchise, The Lord of the Rings, recently saw its debut in the anime world with The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim. It is an anime dark fantasy movie that was released on December 5, 2024, and has earned a decent reception from anime fans from all over the world.
The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim | Credit: Warner Bros. Animation
The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim follows the story of Helm Hammerhand, the king of Rohan, and his battle against the army of Dunlendings. The story is set 183 years before the original The Lord of the Rings film trilogy and puts a special focus on Helm’s family and their struggle against the attack of Dunlendings.
The anime film is directed by Kenji Kamiyama, and it is taken from a Lords of the Ring screenplay that...
The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim | Credit: Warner Bros. Animation
The Lord of the Rings: War of the Rohirrim follows the story of Helm Hammerhand, the king of Rohan, and his battle against the army of Dunlendings. The story is set 183 years before the original The Lord of the Rings film trilogy and puts a special focus on Helm’s family and their struggle against the attack of Dunlendings.
The anime film is directed by Kenji Kamiyama, and it is taken from a Lords of the Ring screenplay that...
- 12/11/2024
- by Tarun Kohli
- FandomWire
Ever since Covid-19 hit the world with the pandemic, people have been more dependent on Ott platforms. Now, several streaming platforms make it easier for you to enjoy your favorite shows while being in a cozy and homely environment. Since A Handmaid’s Tale created a buzz after its release, many people have started subscribing to Hulu. But, between Netflix, Disney, Prime Video, and Apple TV, it seems that viewers miss out a lot on Hulu.
Joey King in The Act | Credits: Hulu
It now has an amazing slate of shows, including weekly broadcasts, original series, and more. However, there have been a few well-made web series that despite having a great storyline and stunning star cast, went unnoticed. So, in this article, we have curated a list of 10 underrated shows (from horror to comedy to drama) on Hulu that you might not have watched yet.
1. Mrs. America
While shows...
Joey King in The Act | Credits: Hulu
It now has an amazing slate of shows, including weekly broadcasts, original series, and more. However, there have been a few well-made web series that despite having a great storyline and stunning star cast, went unnoticed. So, in this article, we have curated a list of 10 underrated shows (from horror to comedy to drama) on Hulu that you might not have watched yet.
1. Mrs. America
While shows...
- 12/5/2024
- by Ankita Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Jerry Seinfeld is as successful as a comic can get. The actor has had a show named after him and starred in several more iconic projects over the years. Through Seinfeld, he became the lead star in one of the most iconic comedy shows of all time, and his stand-up has only added to his acclaim.
Jerry Seinfeld in Unfrosted | Credit: Netflix
However, like most comics, his fans do not know much about his personal life. With this, many would be surprised to know that the comedian was also a follower of the Church of Scientology. While many would look at this as a bad thing, his perspective on the same showcases exactly why fans love him as much as they do.
Jerry Seinfeld and Scientology
The one thing that audiences can rely on when it comes to comics is that if they believe in something, they likely have a...
Jerry Seinfeld in Unfrosted | Credit: Netflix
However, like most comics, his fans do not know much about his personal life. With this, many would be surprised to know that the comedian was also a follower of the Church of Scientology. While many would look at this as a bad thing, his perspective on the same showcases exactly why fans love him as much as they do.
Jerry Seinfeld and Scientology
The one thing that audiences can rely on when it comes to comics is that if they believe in something, they likely have a...
- 11/30/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Elon Musk, the richest man in the world and the co-chair of President-elect Donald Trump’s soon-to-be-opened Department of Government Efficiency has a problem with a trigger warning card before a movie on TV. Musk recently shared his frustration with the AMC Network’s inclusion of a warning before the airing of Goodfellas.
The Martin Scorsese-directed crime drama follows the story of real-life mafia man Henry Hill and his life with gangsters. The film is known for being rooted in Italian-American culture but has also been criticized for promoting cultural stereotypes. The AMC Network had previously explained their decision to include the card before the film.
Elon Musk Criticizes AMC Network’s Trigger Warning Before Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas Elon Musk | Credits: Fox News
Elon Musk has not shied away from criticizing the ‘woke’ section of society and has constantly put up posts about the various issues that the group usually talks about.
The Martin Scorsese-directed crime drama follows the story of real-life mafia man Henry Hill and his life with gangsters. The film is known for being rooted in Italian-American culture but has also been criticized for promoting cultural stereotypes. The AMC Network had previously explained their decision to include the card before the film.
Elon Musk Criticizes AMC Network’s Trigger Warning Before Martin Scorsese’s Goodfellas Elon Musk | Credits: Fox News
Elon Musk has not shied away from criticizing the ‘woke’ section of society and has constantly put up posts about the various issues that the group usually talks about.
- 11/26/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Jon Stewart has some harsh words after the 2024 election, but none of them were for incoming President Donald Trump. Instead, “The Daily Show” host directed his ire at the left-leaning media and pundits, zeroing in on an unexpected target: “Morning Joe” host Mika Brzezinski.
After harping on how Democrats were disconnected from the general public, Stewart played a damning clip from the MSNBC show. “That was ‘Morning Joe’ host Mika Brzezinski discussing a New York Times column by Maureen Dowd on how to escape the liberal bubble,” Stewart said to ripples of laughter, referring to Dowd’s “Democrats and the Case of Mistaken Identity Politics.”
“I guess I’ll just have to get the Times and read it myself unless there’s another way to make this less entertaining,” Stewart teased before launching into his next clip: Brzezinski’s announcement that she would be reading the piece live on the air.
After harping on how Democrats were disconnected from the general public, Stewart played a damning clip from the MSNBC show. “That was ‘Morning Joe’ host Mika Brzezinski discussing a New York Times column by Maureen Dowd on how to escape the liberal bubble,” Stewart said to ripples of laughter, referring to Dowd’s “Democrats and the Case of Mistaken Identity Politics.”
“I guess I’ll just have to get the Times and read it myself unless there’s another way to make this less entertaining,” Stewart teased before launching into his next clip: Brzezinski’s announcement that she would be reading the piece live on the air.
- 11/12/2024
- by Kayla Cobb
- The Wrap
Exclusive: Cloud Nine Productions, one of the production companies behind CBS’ Matlock, has a new President.
The company, which was founded by NCIS: Los Angeles star Eric Christian Olsen, has named Amanda Tudesco to the role.
Tudesco was previously Head of TV & Film at Jenny Kissed Me, Jenny Han’s production company that had an overall deal at Amazon.
She will help Olsen expand the company’s television footprint and develop a slate of projects under its first-look deal with CBS Studios, which is the studio behind the Kathy Bates-fronted legal drama.
It comes after Matlock was handed an early season two renewal.
Separately, Anna Volain Jones has been promoted to VP. Volain Jones, who previously worked at Legendary Entertainment, where she supported development on projects including HBO’s Dune: Prophecy and Apple’s Monarch, is a co-exec producer on Matlock, having joined the company in 2021.
Tudesco helped build...
The company, which was founded by NCIS: Los Angeles star Eric Christian Olsen, has named Amanda Tudesco to the role.
Tudesco was previously Head of TV & Film at Jenny Kissed Me, Jenny Han’s production company that had an overall deal at Amazon.
She will help Olsen expand the company’s television footprint and develop a slate of projects under its first-look deal with CBS Studios, which is the studio behind the Kathy Bates-fronted legal drama.
It comes after Matlock was handed an early season two renewal.
Separately, Anna Volain Jones has been promoted to VP. Volain Jones, who previously worked at Legendary Entertainment, where she supported development on projects including HBO’s Dune: Prophecy and Apple’s Monarch, is a co-exec producer on Matlock, having joined the company in 2021.
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- 10/25/2024
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
CBS has added 10 new cast members for upcoming daytime soap opera “Beyond the Gates.”
Joining the show are: Brandon Claybon, Timon Durrett, Sean Freeman, Marquita Goings, Maurice Johnson, Trisha Mann-Grant, RhonniRose Mantilla (Broadway’s “Harmony the Musical”), Ambyr Michelle, Colby Muhammad (Broadway’s “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding”), and Arielle Prepetit.
Full character descriptions can be found below.
The new additions join previously announced cast members Tamara Tunie, Daphnee Duplaix, and Karla Mosley. “Beyond the Gates” was originally picked up to series at CBS back in April. As previously reported, the show was developed under CBS Studios’ content partnership with the NAACP. The show will begin production in November and will premiere in early 2025.
The official logline for the series states:
“‘Beyond the Gates’ is set in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington, D.C., and in one of the most affluent African American counties in the United States.
Joining the show are: Brandon Claybon, Timon Durrett, Sean Freeman, Marquita Goings, Maurice Johnson, Trisha Mann-Grant, RhonniRose Mantilla (Broadway’s “Harmony the Musical”), Ambyr Michelle, Colby Muhammad (Broadway’s “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding”), and Arielle Prepetit.
Full character descriptions can be found below.
The new additions join previously announced cast members Tamara Tunie, Daphnee Duplaix, and Karla Mosley. “Beyond the Gates” was originally picked up to series at CBS back in April. As previously reported, the show was developed under CBS Studios’ content partnership with the NAACP. The show will begin production in November and will premiere in early 2025.
The official logline for the series states:
“‘Beyond the Gates’ is set in a leafy Maryland suburb just outside of Washington, D.C., and in one of the most affluent African American counties in the United States.
- 10/25/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
CBS has completed another round of casting for Beyond the Gates, its upcoming daytime sudser from CBS Studios/NAACP Venture. Production begins in November for an early 2025 premiere.
Joining the daytime drama about an affluent African American county in Maryland are Brandon Claybon, Timon Durrett, Sean Freeman, Marquita Goings, Maurice Johnson, Trisha Mann-Grant, RhonniRose Mantilla, Ambyr Michelle, Colby Muhammad and Arielle Prepetit. They join previously announced stars Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree), Daphnee Duplaix (Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson) and Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree).
Here’s a breakdown of the characters:
Maurice Johnson (Chicago Fire) stars as Ted Richardson, husband to Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson and father to Martin and Kat. Ted is a brilliant plastic surgeon with an ultra-exclusive private practice.
Brandon Claybon (Grey’s Anatomy) stars as Martin Richardson. Martin, who is gay, is a congressman who lives outside the gates in a Washington, D.C.
Newcomer Colby Muhammad stars as Kat,...
Joining the daytime drama about an affluent African American county in Maryland are Brandon Claybon, Timon Durrett, Sean Freeman, Marquita Goings, Maurice Johnson, Trisha Mann-Grant, RhonniRose Mantilla, Ambyr Michelle, Colby Muhammad and Arielle Prepetit. They join previously announced stars Tamara Tunie (Anita Dupree), Daphnee Duplaix (Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson) and Karla Mosley (Dani Dupree).
Here’s a breakdown of the characters:
Maurice Johnson (Chicago Fire) stars as Ted Richardson, husband to Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson and father to Martin and Kat. Ted is a brilliant plastic surgeon with an ultra-exclusive private practice.
Brandon Claybon (Grey’s Anatomy) stars as Martin Richardson. Martin, who is gay, is a congressman who lives outside the gates in a Washington, D.C.
Newcomer Colby Muhammad stars as Kat,...
- 10/25/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
During the Emmy telecast — before the award for supporting actor in a limited series was announced— Lamorne Morris kept getting text messages from friends. The actor, best known for New Girl and most recently for his turn on the fifth season of Fargo, also is the face of Bmo Bank, and his 30-second spot was playing nearly every commercial break. “I’ve been doing those for six or seven years, but people in L.A. are just now getting wind of it,” Morris says with a laugh. “Everyone was like, ‘This must be a sign.’ And it turns out it was.”
Morris, 41, took home his first gold statuette that night for his role on Fargo, a moment that he says gives him immense pride (when prompted, he quickly produces — with a giant grin — the Emmy trophy on the Zoom screen in his home office) but won’t change the way he approaches his career.
Morris, 41, took home his first gold statuette that night for his role on Fargo, a moment that he says gives him immense pride (when prompted, he quickly produces — with a giant grin — the Emmy trophy on the Zoom screen in his home office) but won’t change the way he approaches his career.
- 10/11/2024
- by Seija Rankin
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
[This story contains spoilers from the third episode of Agatha All Along, “Through Many Miles / Of Tricks and Trials.”]
Former Saturday Night Live star Sasheer Zamata has entered a new realm of fandom with her role as Jennifer Kale on the newly launched Disney+ superhero dark comedy Agatha All Along.
“I think I’m ready,” Zamata told The Hollywood Reporter ahead of the series debut on Sept. 18. “I guess I won’t know until it happens, but I am excited because I think Marvel fans will love it. We’re really stepping into the magic side of Marvel and that’s really exciting and fun.”
The WandaVision spinoff finds Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha disingenuously reassembling a reluctant coven to regain her supernatural powers. Among them is Zamata’s character, a potions witch who runs an organic skincare apothecary of sorts when not dabbling in the occult. In episode three, “Through Many Miles / Of Tricks and Trials,” Jennifer saves the...
Former Saturday Night Live star Sasheer Zamata has entered a new realm of fandom with her role as Jennifer Kale on the newly launched Disney+ superhero dark comedy Agatha All Along.
“I think I’m ready,” Zamata told The Hollywood Reporter ahead of the series debut on Sept. 18. “I guess I won’t know until it happens, but I am excited because I think Marvel fans will love it. We’re really stepping into the magic side of Marvel and that’s really exciting and fun.”
The WandaVision spinoff finds Kathryn Hahn’s Agatha disingenuously reassembling a reluctant coven to regain her supernatural powers. Among them is Zamata’s character, a potions witch who runs an organic skincare apothecary of sorts when not dabbling in the occult. In episode three, “Through Many Miles / Of Tricks and Trials,” Jennifer saves the...
- 10/1/2024
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Garrett Morris, Saturday Night Live (SNL)’s first Black cast member, appeared on the show from 1975 to 1980 and was best known for his portrayal of the fictional Dominican baseball player Chico Escuela. However, it was his role as Stan Winters on the first three seasons of Martin Lawrence’s self-titled ‘90s sitcom Martin that made a lasting impression on Lamorne Morris, who portrays Garrett in Saturday Night, the Jason Reitman-directed story behind the debut episode of the NBC sketch comedy set for theatrical release in New York and Los Angeles on Sept. 27., and nationwide on Oct. 11. “Whenever you see someone on TV, if you’re an up-and-coming actor, it seems like an impossible task,” Morris tells The Hollywood Reporter. “Martin, in particular, he’s a master of characters. Every actor on that show had the ability to play multiple characters. They were so funny, so loose, it mirrored how...
- 9/29/2024
- by Brande Victorian
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sony Pictures Television is widening the creative circle — by a lot — in its comedy division.
The studio has signed first-look deals with nine writers and comics — Scott Aukerman, Karen Chee, Shaun Diston, Chris Garcia, Chris Gethard, Lisa Gilroy, Lacey Jeka, Julie Klausner and Alok Vaid-Menon. They’ll all work on developing new comedy series projects and potentially collaborate with other writers and producers who have deals at Sony.
Lauren Stein, head of creative at Sony Pictures TV, and Colin Davis, executive vp comedy development, said the deals are part of an effort at the studio to bring in what Davis calls a “spectrum of sensibilities” to comedy development.
“The list is a collective of a different creators and multihyphenates that we believe each have unique voices and a hit show in them,” Davis said in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “They really represent the comedy community at large, and...
The studio has signed first-look deals with nine writers and comics — Scott Aukerman, Karen Chee, Shaun Diston, Chris Garcia, Chris Gethard, Lisa Gilroy, Lacey Jeka, Julie Klausner and Alok Vaid-Menon. They’ll all work on developing new comedy series projects and potentially collaborate with other writers and producers who have deals at Sony.
Lauren Stein, head of creative at Sony Pictures TV, and Colin Davis, executive vp comedy development, said the deals are part of an effort at the studio to bring in what Davis calls a “spectrum of sensibilities” to comedy development.
“The list is a collective of a different creators and multihyphenates that we believe each have unique voices and a hit show in them,” Davis said in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “They really represent the comedy community at large, and...
- 9/27/2024
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Lamorne Morris has found great success with his role in Fargo, and his recent Emmy win is part of the long-awaited justice for his underappreciated sitcom role. Lamorne Morris is known for his comedy roles, and though his acting career began in the early 2000s, his big break arrived in 2011 when he was cast as Winston Bishop in the sitcom New Girl. Winston is the only main character who didnt appear in New Girls first episode, as he arrived at the loft the following episode to replace Damon Wayans Jr's Coach.
Morris role in New Girl boosted his career and made him a widely known name, opening many doors for him. Morris later appeared in the movies The Christmas Chronicles, Bloodshot, and Desperados, and is now preparing for the release of Saturday Night, where he plays Garrett Morris. On TV, Morris got the lead role in Woke and a...
Morris role in New Girl boosted his career and made him a widely known name, opening many doors for him. Morris later appeared in the movies The Christmas Chronicles, Bloodshot, and Desperados, and is now preparing for the release of Saturday Night, where he plays Garrett Morris. On TV, Morris got the lead role in Woke and a...
- 9/18/2024
- by Adrienne Tyler
- ScreenRant
Creatives participating in the Diverse Storytellers: Empowering Equity & Inclusion panel at San Diego Comic-Con responded to the use of the term 'Woke' as it relates to current Hollywood projects.
Woke originally referred to being alert to racial injustice and social inequalities, gaining popularity in the 2010s to encompass broader issues like sexism and LGBTQ+ rights.
However, it has since evolved into a politically charged term, often used to criticize progressive movements, especially in Hollywood.
Read full article on The Direct.
Woke originally referred to being alert to racial injustice and social inequalities, gaining popularity in the 2010s to encompass broader issues like sexism and LGBTQ+ rights.
However, it has since evolved into a politically charged term, often used to criticize progressive movements, especially in Hollywood.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 9/13/2024
- by David Thompson
- The Direct
Lucifer alum Aimee Garcia just might have a date with a whole other devil.
Garcia has booked a multi-episode arc on Paramount+’s Criminal Minds: Evolution as Dr. Julia Ochoa, a leading neuropsychiatrist who is “assigned to help a high-profile patient recover from his injury-induced brain trauma,” Deadline reports.
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Garcia has booked a multi-episode arc on Paramount+’s Criminal Minds: Evolution as Dr. Julia Ochoa, a leading neuropsychiatrist who is “assigned to help a high-profile patient recover from his injury-induced brain trauma,” Deadline reports.
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- 9/12/2024
- by Matt Webb Mitovich
- TVLine.com
Exclusive: Aimee Garcia has joined Criminal Minds: Evolution for the Paramount+ series’ third season.
In a multiple-episode arc, Garcia will portray Dr. Julia Ochoa, one of the country’s leading neuropsychiatrists who is assigned to help a high-profile patient recover from his injury-induced brain trauma. She clashes with Alvez (Adam Rodriguez) who, by contrast, believes in a more aggressive approach than her gentle approach.
Criminal Minds: Evolution is an expansion of the original CBS series which ran from 2005-2020. In the current season, the FBI’s elite team of criminal profilers comes up against an UnSub who has used the pandemic to build a network of other serial killers. As the world opens back up and the network goes operational, the team must hunt them down, one murder at a time.
The series stars Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, Zach Gilford, Ryan-James Hatanaka with Adam Rodriguez and Paget Brewster.
In a multiple-episode arc, Garcia will portray Dr. Julia Ochoa, one of the country’s leading neuropsychiatrists who is assigned to help a high-profile patient recover from his injury-induced brain trauma. She clashes with Alvez (Adam Rodriguez) who, by contrast, believes in a more aggressive approach than her gentle approach.
Criminal Minds: Evolution is an expansion of the original CBS series which ran from 2005-2020. In the current season, the FBI’s elite team of criminal profilers comes up against an UnSub who has used the pandemic to build a network of other serial killers. As the world opens back up and the network goes operational, the team must hunt them down, one murder at a time.
The series stars Joe Mantegna, A.J. Cook, Kirsten Vangsness, Aisha Tyler, Zach Gilford, Ryan-James Hatanaka with Adam Rodriguez and Paget Brewster.
- 9/12/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
“Agatha All Along” is the upcoming MCU series spinning off from the hit show “WandaVision.” It will center on Agatha Harkness as she escapes her imprisonment by the Scarlet Witch and returns to the world without her powers. Determined to regain her strength, Agatha will assemble a coven of witches and embark on the Witches Road.
The show boasts a captivating premise and an impressive cast. Kathryn Hahn will reprise her role as Agatha Harkness, joined by Joe Locke as Billy Kaplan and Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer Kale. Ali Ahn will portray Alice Wu-Gulliver, while Maria Dizzia, Paul Adelstein, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, and Okwui Okpokwasili are cast in yet-to-be-revealed roles. Debra Jo Rupp will appear as Sharon Davis, Patti LuPone as Lilia Calderu, and Aubrey Plaza as Rio Vidal/Green Witch.
Sasheer Zamata will be one of the witches accompanying Agatha on her journey. She plays Jennifer Kale, a witch with a focus on potions,...
The show boasts a captivating premise and an impressive cast. Kathryn Hahn will reprise her role as Agatha Harkness, joined by Joe Locke as Billy Kaplan and Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer Kale. Ali Ahn will portray Alice Wu-Gulliver, while Maria Dizzia, Paul Adelstein, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, and Okwui Okpokwasili are cast in yet-to-be-revealed roles. Debra Jo Rupp will appear as Sharon Davis, Patti LuPone as Lilia Calderu, and Aubrey Plaza as Rio Vidal/Green Witch.
Sasheer Zamata will be one of the witches accompanying Agatha on her journey. She plays Jennifer Kale, a witch with a focus on potions,...
- 9/11/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
‘Agatha All Along’ is the upcoming MCU release, a spinoff of the highly popular show ‘WandaVision.’ The show will follow Agatha Harkness as she breaks her imprisonment at the hands of the Scarlet Witch and returns to the world, powerless. Agatha will gather a coven of witches to walk the Witches Road with her, in hopes of returning her powers.
The show has an interesting premise and a stellar cast. The cast for the upcoming show features Kathryn Hahn as Agatha Harkness, Joe Locke as Billy Kaplan, and Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer Kale. Ali Ahn will play Alice Wu-Gulliver, while Maria Dizzia, Paul Adelstein, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, and Okwui Okpokwasili are set for roles yet to be confirmed. Debra Jo Rupp will appear as Sharon Davis, Patti LuPone as Lilia Calderu, and Aubrey Plaza as Rio Vidal/Green Witch.
Sasheer Zamata is one of the witches who will join Agatha on her journey.
The show has an interesting premise and a stellar cast. The cast for the upcoming show features Kathryn Hahn as Agatha Harkness, Joe Locke as Billy Kaplan, and Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer Kale. Ali Ahn will play Alice Wu-Gulliver, while Maria Dizzia, Paul Adelstein, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, and Okwui Okpokwasili are set for roles yet to be confirmed. Debra Jo Rupp will appear as Sharon Davis, Patti LuPone as Lilia Calderu, and Aubrey Plaza as Rio Vidal/Green Witch.
Sasheer Zamata is one of the witches who will join Agatha on her journey.
- 9/11/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
There is something about playing villains in superhero films that Jared Leto botches every time he is a part of them. While his Joker in Suicide Squad was forgettable at best, his Morbius is still one of the most popular memes on the Internet. The actor is rumored to have been offered the role of Skeletor in Amazon’s upcoming Masters of the Universe film.
Fans are naturally not happy with the alleged casting as Leto’s track record has been terrible so far. Despite winning an Oscar for Dallas Buyer’s Club, franchise films do not seem to be his cup of tea. However, fans seem to be campaigning for The Lord of the Rings’ Aragorn, Viggo Mortensen to be cast as Skeletor in the film.
Jared Leto’s Rumored Casting For Skeletor In Amazon’s Masters of the Universe Draws Fan Backlash Jared Leto in Morbius | Credits: Sony Pictures...
Fans are naturally not happy with the alleged casting as Leto’s track record has been terrible so far. Despite winning an Oscar for Dallas Buyer’s Club, franchise films do not seem to be his cup of tea. However, fans seem to be campaigning for The Lord of the Rings’ Aragorn, Viggo Mortensen to be cast as Skeletor in the film.
Jared Leto’s Rumored Casting For Skeletor In Amazon’s Masters of the Universe Draws Fan Backlash Jared Leto in Morbius | Credits: Sony Pictures...
- 9/11/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Starting on September 18, SNL alum Sasheer Zamata will take on her biggest role to date, appearing as Jennifer Kale opposite Kathryn Hahn in Marvel’s long-awaited WandaVision spinoff Agatha All Along. However, while speaking about her journey from comedy stints to venturing into the world of Hollywood, Zamata reflected on her sexuality.
Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer Kale in Agatha All Along | image: Marvel
Coming out as a “late-in-life lesbian”, Sasheer Zamata noted how she began questioning her sexuality after being repeatedly cast in queer roles post-SNL career. According to the actress, as directors kept casting her in lesbian roles, Zamata eventually developed a profound—an unspoken connection between the characters she played and her own unfolding story.
Queer Roles That Echoed Sasheer Zamata’s Journey Navigating Her Sexuality
After her memorable four-season run on Saturday Night Live, which ended in 2017, Sasheer Zamata set out to explore new horizons in Hollywood.
Sasheer Zamata as Jennifer Kale in Agatha All Along | image: Marvel
Coming out as a “late-in-life lesbian”, Sasheer Zamata noted how she began questioning her sexuality after being repeatedly cast in queer roles post-SNL career. According to the actress, as directors kept casting her in lesbian roles, Zamata eventually developed a profound—an unspoken connection between the characters she played and her own unfolding story.
Queer Roles That Echoed Sasheer Zamata’s Journey Navigating Her Sexuality
After her memorable four-season run on Saturday Night Live, which ended in 2017, Sasheer Zamata set out to explore new horizons in Hollywood.
- 9/11/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Sasheer Zamata is “one of those late-in-life lesbians.”
The Saturday Night Live alum, who next stars in the anticipated Disney+ series Agatha All Along opposite Kathryn Hahn, has come out as part of the LGBTQ community in a new interview with Them.
“I’m out in my life and I do keep my personal life kind of private, but I also don’t necessarily want my identity to be private,” told writer Amos Mac during an interview in Pasadena. “I guess I’m one of those late-in-life lesbians. I just feel very comfortable and confident in my life.”
Zamata, who has a list of credits that also includes Woke, Home Economics, Tuca & Bertie and Waco: The Aftermath, commented on how she had been repeatedly cast to play lesbians on some of those projects prior to coming to terms with her sexuality. “I kept getting cast as queer women. I played a lesbian on Home Economics.
The Saturday Night Live alum, who next stars in the anticipated Disney+ series Agatha All Along opposite Kathryn Hahn, has come out as part of the LGBTQ community in a new interview with Them.
“I’m out in my life and I do keep my personal life kind of private, but I also don’t necessarily want my identity to be private,” told writer Amos Mac during an interview in Pasadena. “I guess I’m one of those late-in-life lesbians. I just feel very comfortable and confident in my life.”
Zamata, who has a list of credits that also includes Woke, Home Economics, Tuca & Bertie and Waco: The Aftermath, commented on how she had been repeatedly cast to play lesbians on some of those projects prior to coming to terms with her sexuality. “I kept getting cast as queer women. I played a lesbian on Home Economics.
- 9/9/2024
- by Chris Gardner
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sasheer Zamata is coming out.
The 38-year-old Saturday Night Live alum and Agatha All Along actress revealed that she is a “late-in-life” lesbian in a new interview with Them.
In the exclusive interview, she came out publicly for the first time, detailing her experience navigating life in the public eye, as well as possibly opening up the MCU to a new fanbase “who maybe didn’t see themselves [represented] before.”
Keep reading to find out more…
On her identity today:
“I guess I’m one of those late-in-life lesbians. I just feel very comfortable and confident in my life.”
On playing queer characters before recognizing her own sexuality:
“I kept getting cast as queer women. I played a lesbian on Home Economics. I played a lesbian on Woke. I played a lesbian on Tuca & Bertie. A lesbian on Last O.G. I kept getting these roles. And this is before I...
The 38-year-old Saturday Night Live alum and Agatha All Along actress revealed that she is a “late-in-life” lesbian in a new interview with Them.
In the exclusive interview, she came out publicly for the first time, detailing her experience navigating life in the public eye, as well as possibly opening up the MCU to a new fanbase “who maybe didn’t see themselves [represented] before.”
Keep reading to find out more…
On her identity today:
“I guess I’m one of those late-in-life lesbians. I just feel very comfortable and confident in my life.”
On playing queer characters before recognizing her own sexuality:
“I kept getting cast as queer women. I played a lesbian on Home Economics. I played a lesbian on Woke. I played a lesbian on Tuca & Bertie. A lesbian on Last O.G. I kept getting these roles. And this is before I...
- 9/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Game of Thrones had a rough start with the infamous scrapped pilot episode, in which everything seemed to have gone wrong, from the storyline to the casting. Even Jason Momoa felt he wasn’t truly present until they changed the actress playing Daenerys Targaryen.
Credits: Jason Momoa and Emilia Clarke in Game of Thrones / HBO
Along with the recasting came the modification of a few significant details which made author George R.R. Martin infuriated. He didn’t like what they had done with the intimate scene between Daenerys and Khal Drogo.
Jason Momoa Wasn’t Feeling His Role As Khal Drogo Until Emilia Clarke Joined Game Of Thrones
In the original version of the pilot episode of Game of Thrones, Daenerys Targaryen was played by actress Tamzin Merchant. When they shot the intimate scene after her wedding with Jason Momoa’s Khal Drogo, she was not actually abused but it was a consensual act.
Credits: Jason Momoa and Emilia Clarke in Game of Thrones / HBO
Along with the recasting came the modification of a few significant details which made author George R.R. Martin infuriated. He didn’t like what they had done with the intimate scene between Daenerys and Khal Drogo.
Jason Momoa Wasn’t Feeling His Role As Khal Drogo Until Emilia Clarke Joined Game Of Thrones
In the original version of the pilot episode of Game of Thrones, Daenerys Targaryen was played by actress Tamzin Merchant. When they shot the intimate scene after her wedding with Jason Momoa’s Khal Drogo, she was not actually abused but it was a consensual act.
- 9/4/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Hopefully this is just temporary. There’s a new report that suggests things aren’t looking very good for Prince Harry right now. That’s because he’s supposedly going through a midlife crisis. Keep reading below for everything you need to know.
Royal Family News – Prince Harry Is Dealing With A Mid-Life Crisis
As the Duke of Sussex is about to turn 40 and is still estranged from his family, a lot of his old pals from across the pond say that the prince still remains “lost” in his life.
Prince Harry will be turning 40 in just a few short weeks but sadly, he won’t be getting any birthday wishes from his family members, including his father, King Charles and his brother, Prince William.
One source close to the situation even put it this way, “William is not speaking to Harry. Harry is not the issue here.”
“William is furious.
Royal Family News – Prince Harry Is Dealing With A Mid-Life Crisis
As the Duke of Sussex is about to turn 40 and is still estranged from his family, a lot of his old pals from across the pond say that the prince still remains “lost” in his life.
Prince Harry will be turning 40 in just a few short weeks but sadly, he won’t be getting any birthday wishes from his family members, including his father, King Charles and his brother, Prince William.
One source close to the situation even put it this way, “William is not speaking to Harry. Harry is not the issue here.”
“William is furious.
- 9/4/2024
- by Maya Jimenez
- Celebrating The Soaps
Ridley Scott’s Prometheus not only gave an origin story for the Xenomorphs but also pitched a dramatic and nihilistic origin for humanity itself. The sci-fi film featured Michael Fassbender as the android David, who joins the Prometheus crew in finding the Engineer on the moon Lv-223. It also featured Charlize Theron and Idris Elba.
Scott’s Alien prequel of sorts has received much flack over the years for its overreliance on philosophy and convoluted plot. Despite showing a lot of promise in the opening sequences, fans seemed to be lost as the story progressed and revealed the Engineer. Fans still seem to be confused about the Engineer suddenly going berserk in the middle.
Why Did The Engineer Unleash All Hell On The Prometheus Crew? Logan Marshall-Green, Noomi Rapace, and Michael Fassbender in Prometheus | Credits: 20th Century Fox
Ridley Scott returned to the sci-fi genre after a long detour to various genres with Prometheus.
Scott’s Alien prequel of sorts has received much flack over the years for its overreliance on philosophy and convoluted plot. Despite showing a lot of promise in the opening sequences, fans seemed to be lost as the story progressed and revealed the Engineer. Fans still seem to be confused about the Engineer suddenly going berserk in the middle.
Why Did The Engineer Unleash All Hell On The Prometheus Crew? Logan Marshall-Green, Noomi Rapace, and Michael Fassbender in Prometheus | Credits: 20th Century Fox
Ridley Scott returned to the sci-fi genre after a long detour to various genres with Prometheus.
- 9/4/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Emilia Clarke dedicated almost ten years of her life to Game of Thrones, and with such a long journey, it would be difficult to say goodbye to a character that became a part of one’s life. The ending of the show was, of course, a controversial one, but fans could never deny how the franchise also changed their lives.
Credits: Emilia Clarke in Game of Thrones / HBO
Clarke portrayed Daenerys Targaryen, one of the most significant characters in the show and probably the role that she would be remembered for in her entire career. Dany was a joy to embody, but equally tough and challenging given her complicated nature, and according to the actress, the day they wrapped up filming for Season 8 felt like the relief of removing a tight undergarment.
Emilia Clarke Expressed Relief After Finishing Game Of Thrones
Shooting for Game of Thrones entailed long hours and unfavorable weather conditions.
Credits: Emilia Clarke in Game of Thrones / HBO
Clarke portrayed Daenerys Targaryen, one of the most significant characters in the show and probably the role that she would be remembered for in her entire career. Dany was a joy to embody, but equally tough and challenging given her complicated nature, and according to the actress, the day they wrapped up filming for Season 8 felt like the relief of removing a tight undergarment.
Emilia Clarke Expressed Relief After Finishing Game Of Thrones
Shooting for Game of Thrones entailed long hours and unfavorable weather conditions.
- 8/31/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Florida has removed the “LGBTQ Travel” section from its tourism website, marking another move by state officials to separate themselves from a community that once made up a large portion of Florida tourists.
“It’s just disgusting to see this,” leader of the Greater Fort Lauderdale LGBT Chamber of Commerce Keith Blackburn said in a statement. “They seem to want to erase us.”
Visit Florida still features few listings for LGBTQ destinations, though the section dedicated to the market has been eliminated. Before its removal, the LGBTQ section on the website read, “There’s a sense of freedom to Florida’s beaches, the warm weather and the myriad activities – a draw for people of all orientations, but especially appealing to a gay community looking for a sense of belonging and acceptance.”
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“It’s just disgusting to see this,” leader of the Greater Fort Lauderdale LGBT Chamber of Commerce Keith Blackburn said in a statement. “They seem to want to erase us.”
Visit Florida still features few listings for LGBTQ destinations, though the section dedicated to the market has been eliminated. Before its removal, the LGBTQ section on the website read, “There’s a sense of freedom to Florida’s beaches, the warm weather and the myriad activities – a draw for people of all orientations, but especially appealing to a gay community looking for a sense of belonging and acceptance.”
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- 8/29/2024
- by Ava Lombardi
- Uinterview
Season 26 of Law & Order: Svu kicks off in a little over a month, and due to a recent behind-the-scenes photo shared by Ice-t, the star recently took the opportunity to dismiss claims that the long-running crime-drama has gone "woke." Joining the Dick Wolf production in Season 2, Ice-t has been a staple on Svu for more than 20 years, with his character of Fin Tutuola slowly rising up the ranks from Jr. Detective all the way to Sergeant. Despite his busy television schedule, hes also managed to keep one foot in features, appearing in numerous movies since landing his role in the series.
T posted a photo on X (formerly Twitter) on August 1 which showed trucks and production trailers on location for Svu. On August 27, his post got a reply from user @NicoleTenev who responded, "Did they write Svu back to normal yet? It started to go woke." Its a term that...
T posted a photo on X (formerly Twitter) on August 1 which showed trucks and production trailers on location for Svu. On August 27, his post got a reply from user @NicoleTenev who responded, "Did they write Svu back to normal yet? It started to go woke." Its a term that...
- 8/29/2024
- by James Melzer
- MovieWeb
Francis Ford Coppola told Rolling Stone that he didn’t want Megalopolis to be looked upon as “some woke Hollywood production,” which is why the cast includes a few controversial actors.
Megalopolis features a sprawling ensemble cast, which includes Jon Voight, noted for his conservative views and being a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, as well as Shia Labeouf, who has been accused of sexual assault. “What I didn’t want to happen is that we’re deemed some woke Hollywood production that’s simply lecturing viewers,” Coppola said. “The cast features people who were canceled at one point or another. There were people who are archconservatives and others who are extremely politically progressive. But we were all working on one film together. That was interesting, I thought.“
Coppola did add that things were tense between himself and Labeouf. “Shia [Labeouf] really took to it,” Coppola said. “I had no experience...
Megalopolis features a sprawling ensemble cast, which includes Jon Voight, noted for his conservative views and being a staunch supporter of Donald Trump, as well as Shia Labeouf, who has been accused of sexual assault. “What I didn’t want to happen is that we’re deemed some woke Hollywood production that’s simply lecturing viewers,” Coppola said. “The cast features people who were canceled at one point or another. There were people who are archconservatives and others who are extremely politically progressive. But we were all working on one film together. That was interesting, I thought.“
Coppola did add that things were tense between himself and Labeouf. “Shia [Labeouf] really took to it,” Coppola said. “I had no experience...
- 8/26/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
It has gotten to the point that saying “woke” in any context somehow now comes off as ironic or at least sarcastic. And when engaged in an argument about not liking “strong female characters” (the subject of this episode – which you can watch embedded above), the titles of Kill Bill, Terminator 2 and Aliens are always tossed around as examples of strong female characters that are beloved by all and I am gonna share those same examples. Those films have never really been labelled “woke” due to being layered, believable intriguing entertaining characters and well you know …“cool”.
Gender politics or social justice never enter your mind because you want this character to overcome the obstacles they are given and not preach about how “girls get it done”. We already know girls get it done or women can accomplish great tasks. We cheered when Ripley killed the alien, we jumped...
Gender politics or social justice never enter your mind because you want this character to overcome the obstacles they are given and not preach about how “girls get it done”. We already know girls get it done or women can accomplish great tasks. We cheered when Ripley killed the alien, we jumped...
- 8/16/2024
- by Taylor Johnson
- JoBlo.com
In today’s politically touchy country, “woke” has become just another four-letter divisive reference to people who are attentive to important societal issues. But if that’s the case, it can be argued that “Hacks” is TV’s most socially conscious, dare we say, “woke,” series on air.
The Jean Smart-lead Max comedy has broached topics like sexuality, mortality, aging, bullying, and on and on, usually subtly and reasonably within the structure of the show, not hitting viewers over the head with opinions. One story that went a little deeper in Season 3 dealt with Ava and Deborah talking about climate change, a topic the series’ creators thought was too important not to confront.
“Sometimes the biggest challenge to writing ‘Hacks’ is compartmentalizing the fact that the world is literally on fire,” Lucia Aniello tells Variety. “Our country, we’re burning in many different ways. Sometimes it’s hard to ignore that,...
The Jean Smart-lead Max comedy has broached topics like sexuality, mortality, aging, bullying, and on and on, usually subtly and reasonably within the structure of the show, not hitting viewers over the head with opinions. One story that went a little deeper in Season 3 dealt with Ava and Deborah talking about climate change, a topic the series’ creators thought was too important not to confront.
“Sometimes the biggest challenge to writing ‘Hacks’ is compartmentalizing the fact that the world is literally on fire,” Lucia Aniello tells Variety. “Our country, we’re burning in many different ways. Sometimes it’s hard to ignore that,...
- 8/15/2024
- by Rosemary Rossi
- Variety Film + TV
Get ready to witness Mike's Jobstacle Course with Lamorne Morris, showcasing the comedic twist on tough jobs with a refreshing Mike's Hard Lemonade Lamorne Morris reflects on his success from New Girl to Fargo, and teases upcoming projects including Spider-Noir and Jumanji 4 ambitions. Join Morris at the interactive pop-up event in NYC to experience the humorous side of seemingly "easy" jobs and enjoy a well-deserved reward with Mike's Hard Lemonade.
Lamorne Morris is bringing his comedic talents to fans of Mike's Hard Lemonade with the Mike's Jobstacle Course campaign. Morris first found his breakout role on Fox's beloved sitcom New Girl as Winston Bishop, childhood friend to Jake Johnson's Nick and one of the roommates of the loft. Winston was best known for his offbeat personality, often failing to successfully pull pranks on his friends, while also being the cat person of the loft and struggling to find the right career path for himself.
Lamorne Morris is bringing his comedic talents to fans of Mike's Hard Lemonade with the Mike's Jobstacle Course campaign. Morris first found his breakout role on Fox's beloved sitcom New Girl as Winston Bishop, childhood friend to Jake Johnson's Nick and one of the roommates of the loft. Winston was best known for his offbeat personality, often failing to successfully pull pranks on his friends, while also being the cat person of the loft and struggling to find the right career path for himself.
- 8/13/2024
- by Grant Hermanns
- ScreenRant
Despite ending on a cliffhanger, a sequel to Game Night has still not materialized. However, Lamorne Morris, who starred in the beloved 2018 comedy film, is still holding out hope that a follow-up will one day be produced.
In an interview with Screen Rant, Morris expressed nothing but excitement when asked about a possible Game Night 2. "I would love one, are you kidding me? It set itself up for a sequel, and I just had so much fun working on that project. We shot in Atlanta, which is one of my favorite cities to be in. And the cast is great. Everyone was super kind, super nice," he said. "I had a lot of nerves going into it, working with Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams and Jeffrey Wright. All these folks on this movie, Michael C. Hall, I thought, 'Oh my god, these are iconic, iconic actors.' Kyle Chandler. 'These...
In an interview with Screen Rant, Morris expressed nothing but excitement when asked about a possible Game Night 2. "I would love one, are you kidding me? It set itself up for a sequel, and I just had so much fun working on that project. We shot in Atlanta, which is one of my favorite cities to be in. And the cast is great. Everyone was super kind, super nice," he said. "I had a lot of nerves going into it, working with Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams and Jeffrey Wright. All these folks on this movie, Michael C. Hall, I thought, 'Oh my god, these are iconic, iconic actors.' Kyle Chandler. 'These...
- 8/6/2024
- by Lee Freitag
- CBR
Co-creator and star Rob Lowe says Lamorne Morris shines in his nuanced role on Unstable, avoiding caricature. Lowe praises Morris for balancing story and comedy in his tough-to-play character. Morris brings likability to his role, says fellow creator and star John Owen Lowe.
Unstable's lead stars and co-creators preview the nuanced character played by New Girl alum Lamorne Morris. Co-created by Rob Lowe and John Owen Lowe, along with Victor Fresco, the Netflix comedy focuses on the father-son duo as they begin working together at a high-tech research facility. The arrangement leads to a personality clash, particularly as the shy son tries to keep his eccentric dad from spiraling after the death of a loved one. The cast of Unstable also includes Fleabag's Sian Clifford, Aaron Branch, Rachel Marsh, and Emma Ferreira.
In an interview with Screen Rant's Grant Hermanns for Unstable season 2, which debuts August 1 on Netflix,...
Unstable's lead stars and co-creators preview the nuanced character played by New Girl alum Lamorne Morris. Co-created by Rob Lowe and John Owen Lowe, along with Victor Fresco, the Netflix comedy focuses on the father-son duo as they begin working together at a high-tech research facility. The arrangement leads to a personality clash, particularly as the shy son tries to keep his eccentric dad from spiraling after the death of a loved one. The cast of Unstable also includes Fleabag's Sian Clifford, Aaron Branch, Rachel Marsh, and Emma Ferreira.
In an interview with Screen Rant's Grant Hermanns for Unstable season 2, which debuts August 1 on Netflix,...
- 7/30/2024
- by Abdullah Al-Ghamdi
- ScreenRant
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