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Jennifer Lopez Gets Emotional Performing With ‘My Baby,’ 14-Year-Old Emme—Watch the Videos

Jennifer Lopez recently performed with her “favorite duet partner of all time.”

In case you forgot, Lopez shares 14-year-old twins Max and Emme with her ex-husband Marc Anthony—and it looks like one of her kids is ready to fill both parents’ musical shoes. Two years after Emme made a cameo appearance during Lopez’s iconic Super Bowl 2020 halftime show performance, they joined their mom for a surprise duet at the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Blue Diamond Gala on June 16.

“The last time we performed together was in a big stadium like this and I ask them to sing with me all the time, and they won’t. So this is a very special occasion,” Jennifer Lopez told the Dodgers Stadium crowd in a now-viral video on TikTok. “They are very, very busy. Booked. And pricey. They cost me when they come out. But they’re worth every single penny because they’re my favorite duet partner of all time. So if you will indulge me.”

From there, the pair blew the crowd away with their emotional rendition of Christina Perri’s “A Thousand Years.” Emme sang into a rhinestone rainbow mic, wearing a hot pink shirt and shorts combo with a black baseball cap and boots. Lopez held a rhinestone mic of her own, wearing a silky feathered blue bra, pants, and robe set. “Give it up for my baby,” she said at the end of the performance.

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During the concert, Emme also performed a portion of their mother’s 1999 hit, “Let’s Get Loud.”

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My First Movie: Doc ‘Cat Daddies’ Taps Into Community Screenings for Maximum Impact

In this series of special guest posts, we’re asking first-time feature directors (narrative and nonfiction) to share what they’ve learned from these debut outings, focusing on one specific aspect of production. This month: alternative distribution.

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A year ago, I found myself trying to release my first documentary feature in the middle of a global pandemic. As film festivals pivoted to virtual and in-person events were shrinking, there were times I wondered if audiences would be able to see Cat Daddies on the big screen that I painstakingly crafted it for. Cats are all over the internet; I wasn’t interested in making more cute cat content for audiences to watch on their phones. I’m making a movie-movie, shot in 4K and finished in Dolby Atmos sound, an immersive experience like no other cat film. I wanted to bring cat-loving communities together in one space, bringing awareness to our local cat rescue and TNR operations, while hearing the laughter meant for the shared experience.

Submitting to film festivals in 2021 was a gamble for every filmmaker. Would festivals return to normal, go virtual again, go hybrid? Most filmmakers just accepted that if a festival turned virtual, so be it. I submitted to film festivals in cities where I really wanted to launch the film in a meaningful way—namely, where I knew there were proud cat loving communities or where some of my cat-dad subjects from the film resided, so they could invite their friends and families.

After it seemed clear that my targeted cities were not panning out, I decided to not be precious with premiere statuses and try supplementing some of the film festivals I was getting into with self-organized community partner screenings.

Now for some filmmakers, this is the last thing they want to do. After the years of sweat and tears, does anyone have the energy to then fund and promote their own screenings? Frankly, no. But because I have a past career in running film festivals, securing a venue, setting up online tickets and putting it all on a credit card felt second nature for me.

As I meet other filmmakers, this DIY approach is very surprising for them to hear about. Because in pre-pandemic times, pretty much everyone was discouraged from breaking premiere status protocol. No one dared create their own premiere, in the rare case that it ruined your chances of getting into a film festival in a particular town, or because it was something distributors frowned upon. The thinking has been, Don’t waste your precious audience on screenings that you can’t profit from!

But after all we’ve been through, do any of those rules still apply? Film festivals have evolved and broken their own rules in order to hold virtual versions of their events. So too do filmmakers have to evolve and not place so much importance on some of these film festivals. Look—film festivals are great and I used to run them, but what I’m saying is: I didn’t get into many of the ones I wanted and I took that disappointment and turned it into positive action to create an even better event than I could imagine…. and you can too!

Cat Daddies Premiere at the Museum of the Moving Image in NYC (photo: ManSee Kong)

My best example was New York City. With its sky-high venue rentals, I just couldn’t make the math work; even if I sold out every seat, I could not break even. So I decided that if I’m gonna go big, might as well GO BIG. So I rented the Museum of the Moving Image—my dream venue—with its 270 seats. Simultaneously, I planned a virtual screening to supplement the revenue. If I sold a little bit to the in-person and some to the virtual, I’d break even. The virtual livestream with a Q&A was set for one week after the in-person screening, in order to allow time for word-of-mouth. I decided to charge just a little more for the virtual event, in order to entice more people to choose the in-person event. I ended up almost selling out the museum seats, and 200 tickets to the virtual.

My hybrid fundraiser was a huge success. But the cherry on top is that while I was planning all of this and sweating over the cost of the venue, a cat-sitting app reached out to me after seeing the film at the festival. They asked how they could help me and so I told them about the NY Premiere that I was organizing myself. They immediately came on board as a sponsor and we played their commercial before the screening, displayed some signage and handed out gift bags (with coupons and other gifts!) to the in-person audience. A cat food brand also came on board with samples for all the in-person attendees. We donated all of the proceeds—after expenses—to the nonprofit rescue featured in the film. Because of the sponsorship, our costs were covered, and we raised almost $10K for the charity! This wasn’t just a win-win, this was a triple win!

Volunteers hand out sponsor giveaways at the Cat Daddies MOMI premiere (photo credit: ManSee Kong)

In the end, this ended up being better than what any film festival could offer me, because everything was under my control. I got to pick the date, the time, the moderator and I could comp as many guests as I wanted (so I could include my crowdfund backers and crew without any hassle). I even added some fun and unique elements to the event, such as a cat-themed playlist to play in the theater to warm up the audience, humorous cat-themed signage and a guy wearing a giant cat head (leftover from Halloween) to scan in patrons. Best of all, our Q&A didn’t have to feel rushed, and we recorded the entire discussion for YouTube posterity.

In another example, I licensed my film for special events simultaneously with my film festival roll out—something unheard of in the old days. In Long Beach, we licensed the film to the Little Lion Foundation for a one-time fundraiser at the charming Art Theatre of Long Beach. Some of the cast and crew like myself were able to drive down for a moderated Q&A. I charged the nonprofit a nominal fee and the rest of the proceeds went to the organization. Little Lion booked the theater, set up the online ticketing and promoted to their email list and social media followers. They ended up filling the theater and raising almost $4K. They sold their pre-existing merchandise and raffle tickets at the show, so a lot of the revenue simply came from those sales as well as direct cash donations onsite.

Fans outside the Cat Daddies screening in Long Beach, CA

At other fundraising events, we encouraged the nonprofits to organize cat food drives and mobile adoption events. After not being able to have in-person events for the past few years, it was a welcome opportunity for these nonprofits to be able to engage with their community and volunteers again. In the future, I would love to offer events that encourage foster parents to bring their little bottle babies (orphaned kittens that must be bottle fed every two hours) to the movie, similar to a “Mommy and Me” screening. If there’s anything we’ve learned in these past two years, it’s that we have to think outside the box and keep reinventing the movie-going experience.

So here are a few takeaways…

1. Create your own event

Plenty of independently owned movie theaters are open to renting out the space on off-peak hours, so think Sat/Sun mornings or weekday evenings.

2. Collaborate with other organizations

Can’t do it all yourself? Offer the film to another organization to do it for you—plenty of organizations are ready to engage with their constituents. Your film may be the perfect reason. Let them run with it, take a small fee.

3. Hybrid events

Try spacing out the in-person from the virtual event so that one audience can spread the word for the next event.

4. Activate your email lists and social media followers

Use little to no advertising dollars to spread the word! Your cast, crew, crowdfund backers, sponsors, moderator, etc. should help amplify the event too.

5. Add the FUN

Create giveaways or bring in a famous guest moderator, or have a friend dress up in a mascot or costume. There are so many ways to make your event stand out and be something the audience wants to post on social media about.

6. Capture your event for social media and your sponsors

Hire a photographer or ask a friend. Plan out a shot list of the kind of curated stills and videos you need like attendees holding up giveaways, crowd shots, and sponsor signage with audience members. Sponsors will appreciate the follow-up.

If your film has a target audience, you can find ways to collaborate with others to create your own events. Work together to fill the seats, eventize it and offer incentives for people to come. Give the audience an experience to remember and for you to remember why you made your film in the first place!

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(Header: Cat Daddies Q&A at MOMI, photo: ManSee Kong)

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Montreal demonstrators go topless in fight for gender equality – Montreal

On a warm and sunny Sunday, Montrealers were taking in some rays at Jeanne Mance park. Men were sunbathing topless and women were joining them.

“I know that what we’re doing today is bothering a lot of people. and I say, good, good. Because at the end of the day, what we’re claiming is our rights to use our bodies the way that we want to,” said Alice Lacroix, the “Free the Titties” organizer.

Alice Lacroix was one of the dozens of bare breast demonstrators at the Plateau Park. She organized Sunday’s topless protest. It was in response to the treatment of a Quebec City woman who was suntanning topless.

In a Facebook post that has been shared by thousands, Éloÿse Paquet Poisson explains her interaction with police. Local officers responding to a complaint asked her to cover up. She said “no,” adding that she knows her rights.

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She says that officers said “it’s true, we don’t have the right to give you a fine.”

“There’s nothing in the criminal code that says being topless for a woman is illegal,” said law professor Brenda Cossman,

Among the demonstrators Sunday was Susie Simard. She showed Global News the warning RCMP officers gave her last June for being topless at a Gatineau beach.

“They were threatening to remove me by force if I was not wearing a top on the beach,” said Simard.

The experience was especially upsetting for Simard, because she says men are not treated the same.

“Half of the rest of the people on the beach were not wearing a top,” she added these people were all men.

She vows to continue to fight for gender equality, like fellow attendees.

“Why is it that women’s bodies are treated differently and why is it that we still look at women as though they are sexual objects?” asked demonstrator Ioana Iuniana Mocanu.

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Lacroix says people still think they can dictate what women can and cannot wear. Saying it comes out of concern for the male gaze.

“We need to shift that mentality and start teaching men to manage their own emotions the same way everyone does on everything else,” said Lacroix.

The organizer hopes Sunday’s demonstration gives women the courage to reclaim their bodies in public.

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Amber Heard reacts to the news that she will allegedly be replaced in the film Aquaman 2

The wave of rumors surrounding celebrities is gaining momentum. Now her colleague Amber Heard is trying to defend her honor, whose name has recently been on the headlines.

The thing is that on June 14, there was news about the complete replacement of the heroine Amber in the new Aquaman 2.

However, representatives of the star laughed at dispelling the prejudice of Warner Bros. against his famous followers.

“The rumor mill continues to spin, just like the first day; it’s inaccurate, insensitive, and slightly insane,” a rep for the actress replied.

The initial source of information was Just Jared, which made it clear that her role as Mera would be re-shot with a different actress. As it spread, the information acquired new details and conflicting details.

Perhaps the reason for such statements was the scandalous testimony in court about how the lawsuit with ex-husband Johnny Depp negatively affected her career.

Last month, during a libel trial, Heard claimed that her screen time in Aquaman 2 was significantly reduced. This comes after Depp’s previous attorney, Adam Waldman, claimed that the domestic abuse allegations Amber made in a 2018 article written for The Washington Post were part of an “elaborate hoax. “

“They gave me the script, and then they gave me a new version. Without giving away any spoilers…they just took a bunch of stuff out of my role,” Amber testified. Of course, the subsequent loss in court and the “demonized image” through the eyes of the defense of the ex-spouse can make up for Amber’s rather successful career.

But we hope that her creative achievements and talents will not be forgotten due to problems in her personal life.

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Apple Workers at Maryland Store Vote to Unionize, a First in the U.S.

Apple employees at a Baltimore-area store have voted to unionize, making it the first of the company’s 270-plus stores in the United States to join a trend in labor organizing sweeping through retailers, restaurants and tech companies.

The result, announced on Saturday by the National Labor Relations Board, provides a foothold for a budding movement among Apple retail employees who want a greater voice over wages and Covid-19 policies. Employees of more than two dozen Apple stores have expressed interest in unionizing in recent months, union leaders say.

In the election, 65 employees at Apple’s store in Towson, Md., voted in favor of being represented by the union, known as the Apple Coalition of Organized Retail Employees, while 33 voted against. It will be part of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, an industrial trade union that represents over 300,000 employees.

“I applaud the courage displayed by CORE members at the Apple store in Towson for achieving this historic victory,” Robert Martinez Jr., president of IAM International, said in a statement. “They made a huge sacrifice for thousands of Apple employees across the nation who had all eyes on this election.”

Tyra Reeder, a technical specialist who has worked at the Towson store a little over six months, said that she was “elated” with the outcome and that she hoped a union would help increase workers’ compensation; stabilize the store’s scheduling, which has been strained by recent Covid-19 cases; and make it easier for workers to advance within the company.

“We love our jobs. We just want to see them do better,” Ms. Reeder said.

The outcome is a blow to Apple’s campaign to blunt union drives by arguing that it pays more than many retailers and provides an array of benefits, including health care and stock grants. Last month, it increased starting wages for retail employees to $22 an hour, from $20, and released a video of Deirdre O’Brien, who leads Apple retail, cautioning employees that joining a union could hurt the company’s business.

Apple declined to comment.

Employees in Towson said in a video produced by the website More Perfect Union ahead of the union vote that Apple’s anti-union campaign there was “nasty” and included management telling workers that unions once prohibited Black employees from joining their ranks. In the weeks ahead of the vote, Ms. O’Brien visited the store and thanked everyone for their hard work.

Soon after, employees said their managers began encouraging staff to air their concerns in meetings and help come up with solutions to their grievances. They also started to pull employees into one-on-one meetings where managers highlighted the cost of union dues, said Eric Brown, a Towson employee active in the union effort.

Earlier this month, employees at a store in Atlanta abandoned a planned election when support for the union fizzled after Apple’s moves to increase wages and highlight the benefits it offered. The union organizers in Atlanta have filed a formal charge with the National Labor Relations Board, accusing Apple of requiring workers to listen to anti-union messages during mandatory meetings. The board has not yet determined if the charge has merit.

Ms. Reeder said that workers in Atlanta had helped prepare union supporters at the Towson store to defuse the company’s talking points. “We kind of got some insight from the Atlanta store on things that were coming,” she said, citing the company’s suggestions that employees could lose certain benefits during a contract negotiation if they unionized.

“For that to happen, a majority of us have to agree,” Ms. Reeder added. “I don’t think any of us would agree to lose something we love dearly, that benefits us.”

At Starbucks, one of the companies where organizers have gained the most momentum, employees credited a vote to organize at a store in Buffalo with helping to spur other stores to file for union elections. Since that vote in December, more than 150 of the company’s roughly 9,000 corporate-owned stores in the U.S. have voted to unionize, according to the N.L.R.B.

Workers at stores that later unionized reached out to employees in Buffalo for advice on how to navigate the process.

“Workers gain interest and courage if workers elsewhere prevail,” said William Gould, a law professor at Stanford University and author of “For Labor to Build Upon: Wars, Depression and Pandemic.” “Many watch to see: Can workers succeed? Will they band together? If the answer is affirmative, it will encourage other workers to take a step toward collective bargaining.”

The ability of workers to win a contract may hinge on whether the campaign spreads to other stores. Union supporters at Starbucks have said that one of their largest sources of leverage over the company is the fact that they continue to win elections around the country.

Amazon workers who helped unionize a Staten Island warehouse in April have also said they would benefit if more warehouses followed suit. The company is challenging the outcome of that vote before the labor board. With only one U.S. location that has formally unionized, the company can focus resources on opposing the union there.

Apple employees are also organizing at the Grand Central Terminal store in New York and a store in Louisville, Ky. Those stores are building support before they ask for an election. Organizers in Atlanta have said that they plan to revive their election in the future.

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1.5 billion logged in YouTube users watch Shorts, its TikTok copy

A lot of people are watching short-form videos on YouTube after nearly two years of YouTube giving creators lucrative cash bonuses and expanding features to be increasingly like TikTok.

1.5 billion monthly users who are logged in to an account are watching short-form videos on YouTube’s TikTok clone, the company announced today. That’s compared to around 2 billion logged-in users who visit the platform monthly as of April, according to TechCrunch.

Launched in 2020, YouTube Shorts is the platform’s answer to TikTok’s ascent. Since then, Shorts have gradually made their way across the platform, including in recommendations, and the company has added additional features mimicking TikTok, like sampling. As of April, Shorts were racking up 30 billion views a day, according to Google.

“This expansion has launched a new trend on the platform: ‘the rise of the multiformat creator,’” YouTube says in a press release.

But creators making more short-form videos isn’t a coincidence — YouTube really, really wants them to and has been offering payments to creators to sweeten the deal and lure them away from other platforms. Last year, the company launched a $100 million Shorts fund that paid creators up to $10,000 per month when they make popular videos. Payment amounts vary according to engagement and where viewers are located.

When monetizing longer YouTube videos, ads play before or during the video, and creators get a cut of the revenue. But instead of running an ad in front of every short clip, YouTube has had to figure out other ways to help creators monetize their short-form videos. As Shorts become a bigger part of viewership on YouTube, the company will need to make up for the reduced ad revenue.

“We are experiencing a slight headwind to revenue growth as Shorts viewership grows as a percentage of total YouTube time,” Alphabet CFO Ruth Porat said in April. “We are testing monetization on shorts, and early advertiser feedback and results are encouraging.”

The fund wasn’t meant to be a long-term way for creators to monetize shorts — in a blog post from February, YouTube said it was exploring additional ways for creators to make money, including branded content and the ability to shop from a Shorts video. In May, the company began rolling out ads on Shorts globally, though it was not sharing ad revenue with creators at the time, according to TechCrunch.

Compared to other platforms like TikTok, YouTube is typically considered a place where creators can make more money from their content thanks to the ad revenue-sharing program. The trove of more than 1.5 billion logged-in Shorts viewers offers advertisers an opportunity to deliver more targeted ads now as Shorts becomes more established. Rolling out ads worldwide was an “exciting milestone for advertisers,” YouTube said in a May blog post.

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Whirlwind: Todd Chrisley and wife, Julie, have broken their silence following their tax/bank fraud conviction during Friday's episode of the Chrisley Confessions podcast; Pictured 2017

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Todd Chrisley and wife Julie speak out following their fraud conviction

Todd Chrisley and his wife, Julie Chrisley, have broken their silence following their tax/bank fraud conviction earlier this month.

The Chrisley Knows Best star, 53, said that ‘it has been a whirlwind’ during Friday’s episode of the Chrisley Confessions podcast, as the duo face 30 years in prison.

‘We wanted to let everyone know that it’s a very sad, heartbreaking time for our family right now,’ he said, while Julie, 49, added that they are ‘alive and kicking,’ and grateful for the support they’ve received.

Whirlwind: Todd Chrisley and wife, Julie, have broken their silence following their tax/bank fraud conviction during Friday’s episode of the Chrisley Confessions podcast; Pictured 2017

Todd continued, saying there are ‘a lot of moving parts, lot of things going on in our lives and a lot of seeing God’s movements right now.’

The reality TV star stated that the couple are not allowed to talk about the trial and their sentencing, but shared their current state of mind.

‘We still hold steadfast in our faith and we trust that God will do what he does because God’s a miracle worker — and that’s what we’re holding out for.’

Sad: ‘It’s a very sad, heartbreaking time for our family right now,’ Todd, 53, said; Pictured with their kids, L-R Savannah, Todd, Chase, Grayson, Julie, Kyle, Lindsie and grandson Jackson

Todd – who is currently on house arrest with Julie in their 6-bedroom, 10-bathroom mansion – went on, restating that it’s been a difficult time for the couple.

‘It’s a tough time right now, but we are grateful for each and every one of you that has taken the effort,’ he said, adding, ‘We’ve got to walk the walk and do whatever we have to do.’

He also asked for prayers, calling it the ‘greatest gift’ they can get instead of flowers or food.

Todd then gave an update on their children – Chase, 26, Savannah, 24, and Grayson, 16 — saying that they are ‘all doing the best that they can – a lot of tears [and] a lot of heartache, a lot of sorrow.’

Holding out hope: ‘We still hold steadfast in our faith and we trust that God will do what he does because God’s a miracle worker — and that’s what we’re holding out for,’ Todd added

Todd — who also shares daughter Lindsie, 32, and son Kyle, 30, with ex-wife Teresa Terry — said that Savannah and Chase will most likely take over the podcast.

‘We’re going to continue to do ‘Chrisley Confessions’ for as long as we get to do it and then Chase and Savannah will take it over. And at that point, they will be the ones that can fill you in on everything that’s going on in our lives at that point.’

Meanwhile a source told Us Weekly earlier this week that the couple were not expecting the guilty verdict, and that their life is currently on pause until they are sentenced.

Taking over: The couple also shared the kids might take over the podcast in the future: ‘We’re going to continue to do ‘Chrisley Confessions’ for as long as we get to do it and then Chase and Savannah will take it over’; Pictured in 2016

‘Any future planning in Todd and Julie’s life is pretty much on pause until they learn of the sentencing in the fall. It’s horrible news and they were not expecting to be found guilty. Their whole life changed in that moment.’

The insider added: ‘They aren’t sure what this means for the future of Chrisley Knows Best and all their other projects that were in the works. No one knows what’s going to happen or what to do at this stage.’

In the wake of her parents’ conviction, Savannah took to Instagram on Thursday vowing to stand by her family and asked her followers to ‘be kind’ as ‘it’s been a few weeks’ amid the family turmoil, as she shared a quote from writer Zanna Keithley.

The latest: Savannah, 24, took to Instagram on Thursday vowing to stand by her family in the wake of her parents being found guilty in connection with bank fraud and tax evasion

‘This life is so cruel and we’re all doing the best we can,’ the Atlanta native said. ‘I will continue to stand by my family and fight for justice. Justice for ourselves and for others that the system has failed.’

She added, ‘There is only so much I can comment on legally at this moment.’

Savannah said while she felt ‘let down by God’ amid the rough patch – as she feels her ‘relentless prayers have been unheard’ – she continues to remain faithful over the future.

‘I do believe that He will use every hardship and adversity we go through to strengthen us and prepare us for an even greater purpose,’ she said. ‘So I will continue believing in our Lord and Savior…I pray for strength, hope, and love.’

Savannah, pictured in 2019 in Tennessee, asked her followers to ‘be kind’ as ‘it’s been a few weeks’ amid the family turmoil

She thanked her fans who ‘continue to stand by our sides,’ adding that ‘this fight isn’t over’ and that it was time to ‘get back to work.’

Savannah wrapped up in saying, ‘Now is my time to break the glass ceiling – no matter what comes my way I WILL succeed.’

The post came after Todd and Julie were said to be ‘devastated and disappointed’ after being found guilty of running a years-long conspiracy to defraud community banks out of more than $30 million of fraudulent loans.

Todd and Julie Chrisley were found guilty on federal charges of bank fraud and tax evasion at the end of a three-week trial by a jury who found them guilty of conspiracy to take out more than $30 million in loans under fraudulent circumstances; Pictured in 2019 in Nashville

Prosecutors said they then used the funds to repay previous loans and fund a lavish lifestyle that featured luxury cars, real estate, expensive clothing and travel.

The Georgia jury also saw Todd’s ex-business partner confess to helping the couple with their crimes, while also claiming he had a gay affair with the father-of-five.

The Chrisley’s attorney said they plan to appeal the verdict and will ‘continue to fight until they are vindicated.’

Despite their guilty convictions, USA Network still plans to keep airing Chrisley Knows Best, with the second half season nine set to debut on June 23. It was renewed for a tenth season last month, however industry experts remain skeptical that production will move forward.

Savannah shared a retro shot of herself alongside her father

The couple was also found guilty of tax evasion and conspiracy to defraud the IRS, while Julie was found guilty of obstruction of justice and wire fraud, U.S. Attorney Ryan Buchanan’s office said, according to the AP.

In the wake of the conviction, the Chrisleys were placed under conditions of home detention and location monitoring by U.S. District Judge Eleanor Ross, and must inform probation officer of any purchases more than $1,000.

The couple will have a sentencing hearing on Thursday, October 6, in Atlanta, Georgia.

Savannah posed alongside her mother in a selfie she shared to the post

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31 Harry Potter Book Details Left Out Of The Movies

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Here Are 27 Books, TV Shows, And Movies You’ll Want To Check Out

I’m Rachel and I love a lot of things that have been inspired by Jane Austen novels!

Whether it’s the well-known takes like Clueless or even newer media that incorporates the original tales, I’m a big sucker for them. I wanted to share some of my favorite reads and watches with you, some directly inspired by Austen characters and some which I just think have some element that Austen lovers will appreciate (romantic pining, anyone?) So here are some of the books, TV shows, and films I recommend if you’re looking for new things to consume after your 57th rewatch of Pride and Prejudice (2005), or after dissecting that trailer for the new Persuasion adaptation.

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NATHAN FOR YOU, Nathan Fielder, 'The Andcdote', (Season 4, ep. 404, aired Oct. 19, 2017). photo: ©Comedy Central / courtesy Everett Collection

HBO: Nathan Fielder TV Return, ‘The Rehearsal,’ Sets July Release

“The Rehearsal” has Fielder star as a man who questions how much of his life is written for himself.

It’s been five years since Nathan Fielder brought his comic stylings to television with the irreverent “Nathan for You.” But audiences won’t have to wait too much longer for writer, director, and actor’s television return. Last Wednesday, Fielder dropped a brief teaser of his new show, “The Rehearsal,” on Twitter. At only 29 seconds it showed audiences a control room where people are watching a woman and a baby from a remote location.

“The Rehearsal” stars Fielder as a man who questions how much of his life is written for himself. He’ll utilize a group of artists and other professionals to help him manufacture a life so he can “rehearse” key moments. An equally unsettling poster for the show was released soon after the teaser, showing Fielder at a dinner table surrounded by bizarre dolls acting as his family.

This isn’t Fielder’s only project in the works. Back in 2020 it was announced that Fielder would be working with Emma Stone and the Safdie brothers on a series called “The Curse” for Showtime. Stone will play one half of a newly married couple opposite Fielder in a “genre-bending scripted comedy that explores how an alleged curse disturbs [their relationship] as they try to conceive a child while co-starring on their problematic new HGTV show.” That series looks to be currently in production.

“Nathan for You” was considered a gamechanger in documentary television. In a 2021 IndieWire Influencers piece writer Chris Boeckman laid out Fielder’s significance. “Fielder continues a long, vital tradition that positions the documentary director not as an observer but as an instigator. His work should be considered alongside that of William Greaves, who created his own chaos by playing the role of an incompetent director in ‘Symbiopsychotaxiplasm Take One’ (1968) or Marcel Łoziński, who planted an obstinate couple in the communist summer camp he documented in ‘How To Live’ (1981) or Joe Gibbons, who spent years committing countless petty crimes en route to producing his ‘Confessions of a Sociopath’ (2002).”

Fielder most recently served as executive producer of HBO’s “How To With John Wilson,” which just finished its second season over at HBO.

You can watch the teaser for “The Rehearsal,” set to premiere on July 15, below.

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— nathan fielder (@nathanfielder) June 15, 2022

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Daytime Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmy Awards 2022 Winners (FULL LIST)

The 2022 Daytime Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmy Awards took place on Saturday, June 18, at the Pasadena Convention Center, with big winners including syndicated talkers “The Kelly Clarkson Show” and “The Drew Barrymore Show,” as well as CBS’ “The Young and the Restless” and Netflix’s “Penguin Town.”

“Kelly Clarkson” picked up five awards, while “Penguin Town” was next, with three. Beyond syndication (with 10), Netflix was the big single network winner, picking up nine total, spread out among “Penguin Town,” “Cat People,” “Headspace: Guide to Meditation” and “You vs. Wild: Out Cold.” CBS and PBS tied next, with three each.

Also of note, “The Ellen DeGeneres Show’s” final season landed a Daytime Emmy for outstanding writing team for a daytime non-fiction program. And in its first season, Judge Judy Sheindlin’s new series “Judy Justice,” for IMDbTV (now Amazon Freevee) won for legal/courtroom program. (It also repped the first-ever Daytime Emmy for IMDbTV/Freevee.)

The event is the prelude for next week’s 49th Annual Daytime Emmy Awards telecast, airing live on CBS on Friday, June 24. That ceremony, which takes place at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium kicks off at 9 p.m. ET (tape-delayed on the West Coast); it will be available on Paramount+ for subscribers whose premium accounts include local CBS channels. Otherwise, all Paramount+ users will be able to watch the show on demand starting the next day.

This reps the first year under the agreement between the two major TV academies in which several categories have been realigned to focus on genre, rather than dayparts, as a way to divide eligibility between the Primetime (administered by the L.A.-based TV Academy) and Daytime Emmys (handled by the NY-based NATAS). It’s also the first year that children’s and family programming categories have been removed from both shows and relocated to a new Children’s & Family Emmy Award competition and ceremony, the first new Emmy show since 1979. (That event will take place in December.)

“This Old House” received a Lifetime Achievement Award during Saturday night’s event. The show, which earned two more nominations this year, has now hit the 100-nomination threshold. “This Old House,” which first premiered in 1979, is in its 43rd season.

Overall this year, CBS’ “The Young and the Restless” received the most Daytime Emmy nominations, with 18, followed closely by ABC’s “General Hospital,” with 17. Among outlets, syndicated fare earned the top tally, with 48 nods for various program distributors, followed by two broadcasters tied on top: ABC and CBS, both with 31. (Netflix was next, with 27.) New networks receiving their first Daytime Emmy nominations include MasterClass, Discovery+ and IMDb TV (now renamed Amazon Freevee). Check out the full list of nominations here.

Here is a list of winners from Saturday night’s Daytime Creative Arts & Lifestyle Emmy Awards:

OUTSTANDING CULINARY SERIES

WINNER: Barefoot Contessa: Modern Comfort Food (Food Network)

Counter Space (Vice TV)

Guy’s Ranch Kitchen (Food Network)

Mary McCartney Serves It Up (Discovery+)

Valerie’s Home Cooking (Food Network)

OUTSTANDING CULINARY HOST

WINNER: Frankie Celenza
Struggle Meals (Tastemade)

Lidia Bastianich
Lidia’s Kitchen (PBS)

Daym Drops
Fresh, Fried & Crispy (Netflix)

Ina Garten
Barefoot Contessa: Modern Comfort Food (Food Network)

Christopher Kimball
Milk Street (PBS)

OUTSTANDING LEGAL/COURTROOM PROGRAM

WINNER: Judy Justice (IMDbTV)

Caught in Providence (Facebook Watch)

Judge Mathis (SYNDICATED)

The People’s Court (SYNDICATED)

OUTSTANDING LIFESTYLE PROGRAM

WINNER: Sparking Joy with Marie Kondo (Netflix)

For The Love of Kitchens (Magnolia Network)

Growing Floret (Magnolia Network)

Legacy List with Matt Paxton (PBS)

Small Business Revolution (Hulu)

Super Soul Sunday (OWN)

OUTSTANDING TRAVEL, ADVENTURE AND NATURE PROGRAM

WINNER: Penguin Town (Netflix)

Dogs (Netflix)

Guy! Hawaiian Style (Discovery+)

Samantha Brown’s Places To Love (PBS)

Uncharted Adventure (The Weather Channel)

OUTSTANDING INSTRUCTIONAL AND HOW-TO PROGRAM

WINNER: Home Work (Magnolia Network)

Dream Home Makeover (Netflix)

Issa Rae Teaches Creating Outside The Lines (MasterClass)

Ringo Starr Teaches Drumming & Creative Collaboration MasterClass

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OUTSTANDING ARTS AND POPULAR CULTURE PROGRAM

WINNER: First Film (Netflix)

Articulate with Jim Cotter (PBS)

If These Walls Could Rock (AXS TV)

Lifetime and The Hollywood Reporter Present Women in Entertainment: The Next Generation (Lifetime)

Music’s Greatest Mysteries (AXS TV)

One Symphony, Two Orchestras (PBS)

Power On: The Story of Xbox (YouTube.com)

OUTSTANDING DAYTIME SPECIAL

WINNER: Shelter Me: Soul Awakened (PBS)

20th Anniversary Commemoration of 9/11 (ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, MSNBC, Fox – Multiple Networks)

95th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade (NBC)

Dark Shadows and Beyond – the Jonathan Frid Story (Apple TV)

Recipe for Change (YouTube Originals)

OUTSTANDING SHORT FORM DAYTIME PROGRAM

WINNER: Cornerstones: Founding Voices of The Black Church (PBS)

9 Months with Courteney Cox (Facebook Watch)

Hunger Interrupted (YouTube.com)

The Juneteenth Menu (Food Network Digital)

On the Rise Eater (Legacy)

OUTSTANDING DAYTIME PROGRAM HOST

WINNER: Bear Grylls
“You vs. Wild: Out Cold” (Netflix)

Bianca Alexander, Michael Alexander
“Conscious Living” (PBS)

Gary Bredow
“Start Up” (PBS)

Samantha Browm
“Samantha Brown’s Places To Love” (PBS)

Jeff Corwin
“Wildlife Nation” (SYNDICATED)

Kevin O’Connor
“This Old House” (PBS/Roku)

Patton Oswalt
“Penguin Town” (Netflix)

OUTSTANDING GUEST PERFORMANCE IN A DRAMA SERIES

WINNER: Ted King as Jack Finnegan
“The Bold and the Beautiful” (CBS)

Robert Gossett as Marshall Ashford
“General Hospital” (ABC)

Michael Lowry as Dr. Clay Snyder
“Days of Our Lives” (NBC)

Naomi Matsuda as Dr. Li Finnegan
“The Bold and the Beautiful” (CBS)

Ptosha Storey as Naya Benedict
“The Young and the Restless” (CBS)

OUTSTANDING WRITING TEAM FOR A DAYTIME NON-FICTION PROGRAM

WINNER: The Ellen DeGeneres Show (SYNDICATED)

Articulate with Jim Cotter (PBS)

The Drew Barrymore Show (SYNDICATED)

Start Up (PBS)

Wildlife Nation (SYNDICATED)

OUTSTANDING DIRECTING TEAM FOR A SINGLE CAMERA DAYTIME NON-FICTION PROGRAM

WINNER: Shelter Me: Soul Awakened (PBS)

Cat People (Netflix)

Fresh, Fried & Crispy (Netflix)

The Minimalists: Less is Now (Netflix)

Samantha Brown’s Places To Love (PBS)

Wildlife Nation (SYNDICATED)

OUTSTANDING DIRECTING TEAM FOR A MULTIPLE CAMERA DAYTIME NON-FICTION PROGRAM

WINNER: 95th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day (NBC)

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade (ABC)

The Kelly Clarkson Show (SYNDICATED)

The Good Road (PBS)

The View (ABC)

OUTSTANDING MUSIC DIRECTION AND COMPOSITION

WINNER: Cat People (Netflix)

The Kelly Clarkson Show (SYNDICATED)

Penguin Town (Netflix)

Shelter Me: Soul Awakened (PBS)

Wildlife Nation (SYNDICATED)

OUTSTANDING ORIGINAL SONG

WINNER: “Grateful For It All”
The Young and the Restless (CBS)

“Next To You”
The Young and the Restless (CBS)

“Talks With Mama Tina Theme Song”
Talks With Mama Tina (Facebook Watch)

OUTSTANDING LIGHTING DIRECTION

WINNER: The Kelly Clarkson Show (SYNDICATED)

Jeopardy! (SYNDICATED)

Red Table Talk (Facebook Watch)

The View (ABC)

Wheel of Fortune (SYNDICATED)

The Young and the Restless (CBS)

OUTSTANDING TECHNICAL TEAM, CAMERA WORK, VIDEO

WINNER: The Kelly Clarkson Show (SYNDICATED)

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade (ABC)

Jeopardy! (SYNDICATED)

The View (ABC)

The Young and the Restless (CBS)

OUTSTANDING CINEMATOGRAPHY

WINNER: Penguin Town (Netflix)

Culture Quest (PBS)

Growing Floret (Magnolia Network)

In Our Hands: The Battle For Jerusalem (CBN)

Shelter Me: Soul Awakened (PBS)

OUTSTANDING SINGLE CAMERA EDITING

WINNER: Power On: The Story of Xbox (YouTube.com)

Cat People (Netflix)

Fresh, Fried & Crispy (Netflix)

Penguin Town (Netflix)

Shelter Me: Soul Awakened (PBS)

OUTSTANDING MULTIPLE CAMERA EDITING

WINNER: The Kelly Clarkson Show (SYNDICATED)

Articulate with Jim Cotter (PBS)

The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)

The Good Road (PBS)

Today’s Homeowner with Danny Lipford (SYNDICATED)

OUTSTANDING LIVE SOUND MIXING AND SOUND EDITING

WINNER: The Kelly Clarkson Show (SYNDICATED)

Days of Our Lives (NBC)

Family Feud (SYNDICATED)

General Hospital (ABC)

The Price Is Right (CBS)

OUTSTANDING SOUND MIXING AND SOUND EDITING

WINNER: Penguin Town (Netflix)

Car Masters: Rust to Riches (Netflix)

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade (ABC)

Fresh, Fried & Crispy (Netflix)

You vs. Wild: Out Cold (Netflix)

OUTSTANDING MAIN TITLE AND GRAPHIC DESIGN

WINNER: Headspace: Guide to Meditation (Netflix)

Cat People (Netflix)

Headspace: Unwind Your Mind (Netflix)

Home Work (Magnolia Network)

The View (ABC)

OUTSTANDING CASTING

WINNER: The Young and the Restless (CBS)

Days of Our Lives / Beyond Salem (NBC/Peacock)

Dogs (Netflix)

General Hospital (ABC)

Start Up (PBS)

OUTSTANDING ART DIRECTION/SET DECORATION/SCENIC DESIGN

WINNER: The Kelly Clarkson Show (SYNDICATED)

The Ellen DeGeneres Show (SYNDICATED)

Tamron Hall (SYNDICATED)

The View (ABC)

The Young and the Restless (CBS)

OUTSTANDING COSTUME DESIGN/STYLING

WINNER: The Drew Barrymore Show (SYNDICATED)

General Hospital (ABC)

Nick Cannon (SYNDICATED)

The Young and the Restless (CBS)

OUTSTANDING HAIRSTYLING

WINNER: Red Table Talk: The Estefans (Facebook Watch)

The Bold and the Beautiful (CBS)

The Real (SYNDICATED)

Red Table Talk (Facebook Watch)

The Talk (CBS)

The View (ABC)

OUTSTANDING MAKEUP

WINNER: The Real (SYNDICATED)

General Hospital (ABC)

Red Table Talk (Facebook Watch)

Tamron Hall (SYNDICATED)

The View (ABC)

OUTSTANDING SPECIAL EFFECTS COSTUMES, MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING

WINNER: The Drew Barrymore Show (SYNDICATED)

The View (ABC)

OUTSTANDING INTERACTIVE MEDIA FOR A DAYTIME PROGRAM

WINNER: You vs. Wild: Out Cold (Netflix)

Headspace: Unwind Your Mind (Netflix)

OUTSTANDING DAYTIME PROMOTIONAL ANNOUNCEMENT

WINNER: Entertainment Tonight (SYNDICATED)
“Treat Yourself”

The Drew Barrymore Show (SYNDICATED)
“MORE Barry-more”

Dr. Phil (SYNDICATED)
“Crossroads”

Category winners set to be announced next Friday include:
Outstanding Daytime Drama Series
Outstanding Game Show
Outstanding Informative Talk Show
Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show
Outstanding Entertainment News Series
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress
Outstanding Lead Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor
Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actress
Outstanding Supporting Performance in a Daytime Drama Series: Actor
Outstanding Younger Performer in a Daytime Drama Series
Outstanding Game Show Host
Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host
Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host
Outstanding Writing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Outstanding Directing Team for a Daytime Drama Series
Lifetime Achievement Award: John Aniston

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Dry Cleaning: “Don’t Press Me” Track Review

On “Don’t Press Me,” Dry Cleaning’s first new song in a year and the introductory single to Stumpwork, their just-announced follow-up to New Long Leg, frontwoman Florence Shaw is almost singing. Granted, it’s only a three-note little scrap of melody, assayed with the animation and conviction of the 30th person in line to renew their license, but it’s a new sound for the London post-punk band, a strange little out-cropping in their music’s scraped-flat landscape, accentuated by oddly jaunty handclaps and whistling. A busy little riff pile-drives away in the background, sounding less like the rhythmic spine to a rock song and more like a printer processing someone’s forgotten 300-page document. In front of it, Shaw murmurs dispatches from her perpetual land of unfeeling; “Just don’t touch my gaming mouse” is the two-minute song’s only legible sentiment. It’s a testament to Shaw’s flat anti-charisma and her chemistry with the band that she continues to make anomie this catchy, appealing, and funny.

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Season 3 Episode 11 | Alexandre Desplat’s dream was to get to Hollywood

Kenny and Robert begin the show discussing the 2020 Emmy nominations, the updated theatrical rollout plan for Christopher Nolan’s Tenet, composer Alan Menken achieving EGOT status with a Daytime Emmy win and checking Score: The Mailbox with a question about why all film scores aren’t released.

Then, Oscar and Golden Globe-winning composer Alexandre Desplat joins the show to discuss his new film with Wes Anderson, The French Dispatch, his transition from French cinema to Hollywood films and how the scoring process is different, writing songs for Guillermo Del Toro’s upcoming live-action Pinocchio, how he lost his favorite pair of glasses when first meeting John Williams and the advice Ennio Morricone gave him that he constantly thinks about.

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Executive Producer: Matt Schrader

Coordinator: Carol Kuswanto

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5. Before pressing Send, take a screenshot of your review by pressing the Home and Power buttons on your iPhone at the same time. This is your proof of entry to win an autographed copy of SCORE: A FILM MUSIC DOCUMENTARY. (Be sure you remember to hit Send after!)

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How Gabon saved its forest elephants

In 2002, Omar Bongo, the president of Gabon, set up a network of national parks to protect the country’s rainforest from logging and help save its population of forest elephants.

He was responding to pressure from campaigners worried by a surge in logging over the previous decade. Among them was a British biologist called Lee White, who went on to become Gabon’s Minister of Forests and the Environment.

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Prince William & His 3 Kids Smile In Pre-Father’s Day Pic – Hollywood Life

Prince William, Catherine Duchess of Cambridge, Prince Louis, Prince George, Princess Charlotte
Trooping the Colour ceremony, London, UK - 08 Jun 2019 — Image Credit: Tim Rooke/Shutterstock

The Duchess of Cambridge during her visit to Cardiff Castle to meet performers and crew involved in the special Platinum Jubilee Celebration Concert taking place in the castle grounds later in the afternoon, as members of the Royal Family visit the nations of the UK to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. Picture date: Saturday June 4th 2022. 04 Jun 2022 Pictured: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Prince George and Princess Charlotte during their visit to Cardiff Castle to meet performers and crew involved in the special Platinum Jubilee Celebration Concert taking place in the castle grounds later in the afternoon, as members of the Royal Family visit the nations of the UK to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. Picture date: Saturday June 4th 2022. Photo credit: Mirrorpix / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342 (Mega Agency TagID: MEGA864959_012.jpg) [Photo via Mega Agency] — Image Credit: Tim Rooke/Shutterstock

Prince William and his three cute kids seem to be closer than ever right before this Father’s Day! On June 18, The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge posted a heartwarming snapshot on their official Instagram account of William and his three children posing together outdoors.

In the adorable photo, which can be found here, the four are seen with giant grins on their faces while looking directly into the camera in front of a scenic mountain background. Louis, 4, sat on his father’s shoulders, while William had his arm around George, 8, and Charlotte, 7, on either side. “Wishing a Happy Father’s Day to fathers and grandfathers across the world today!” the caption affectionately read.

The picture comes shortly after Queen Elizabeth‘s successful Platinum Jubilee, where England celebrated her record breaking 75 year reign. At the closing event concert, little George was seen mouthing along to Rod Stewart‘s cover of “Sweet Caroline.”

Although that moment was full of sweetness, not everything has been going swimmingly within the Royal Family. Tensions occurred when Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle stepped down from their royal duties in 2020 and moved to California. They then dropped a bomb in a tell all interview with Oprah, citing mistreatment from the family and from the media due to Meghan’s race.

While Harry and Meghan reunited with Queen Elizabeth, Prince William, and Kate Middleton for the Platinum Jubilee in London, they were not allowed to stand on the balcony during the end of the ceremony. However, brothers William and Harry have been reportedly attempting to mend their relationship for Elizabeth’s sake prior to the massive celebration.

Similarly, an EXCLUSIVE SOURCE told HollywoodLife that Harry intended for the trip to be as peaceful for the family as possible. “They’re determined to make this a wonderful and drama free trip home, with the focus being squarely on celebrating the Queen on this very special occasion,” the insider stated. “More than anything this trip is about honoring the Queen and spending time with her,” they added.

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OnePlus 10T: here’s everything we know so far

We’ve heard numerous claims about what flagship phones we might or might not see from OnePlus this year, with talk mostly referring to a standard OnePlus 10 and a OnePlus 10 Ultra. But it’s now looking like we might not see either of those, with a OnePlus 10T instead launching.

This phone so far seems positioned as a slightly lower end handset than the OnePlus 10 Pro, so it could end up being the OnePlus 10 in all but name. However leaks suggest it has the Pro beat in at least one area – that being charging speed, and there’s a possibility that it could have a better chipset too.

Below we’ve detailed everything that we’ve heard about the OnePlus 10T so far, and we’ll update this article as soon as we hear anything more about it.

Cut to the chase

What is it? The next high-end OnePlus phone
When is it out? Probably later this year
How much will it cost? Possibly slightly less than the OnePlus 10 Pro

OnePlus 10T release date and price

The one real release date rumor so far points to the OnePlus 10T landing in July, though this seems early for a T model and quite close to the launch of the OnePlus 10 Pro, so we’d think August or September is more likely.

There’s no news on what this phone might cost, but the same source claims it’s positioned to fall between the OnePlus 10 Pro and the OnePlus 10R, which would mean a slightly lower price than the Pro. For reference, that phone starts at $899 / £799 (roughly AU$1,400).

Though there’s some uncertainty over where the 10T actually sits in the line, with some evidence that it could have better specs than the OnePlus 10 Pro – and possibly be the OnePlus 10 Ultra in all but name. In which case it could have an even higher price.

The OnePlus 10 Pro might remain the company’s most expensive phone (Image credit: Future)

OnePlus 10T name

The OnePlus 10T is a slightly odd name choice, given that typically ‘T’ versions are upgraded versions of standard numbered versions of OnePlus phones. So really there shouldn’t be a OnePlus 10T without a OnePlus 10.

But then by the same logic there shouldn’t be a OnePlus 10 Pro without a OnePlus 10, and yet here we are.

Still, there is therefore a chance that OnePlus will actually launch this as the OnePlus 10 – something which one source has suggested, saying they’re not sure whether it will be called the 10T or the 10.

But most recent leaks only talk about a OnePlus 10T, with talk of the 10 having died off, and leaker Max Jambor (opens in new tab) has specifically said that the OnePlus 10T 5G is the “final name of the next and only flagship phone coming from OnePlus this year.”

There is some vague logic to calling this the 10T too, since it will probably be landing quite a while after the OnePlus 10 Pro, so marking it out as not a direct part of that line could make sense – and if it lands during the typical T timing (late in the year) then adding a T to the name makes sense on that front.

OnePlus 10T design and display

One big OnePlus 10T leak has revealed a lot of spec details, and also included images, giving us a look at the phone’s possible design.

You can see one of these images below, complete with a huge camera block stretching across the entire width of the rear – albeit only housing lenses in the left two thirds, while the front has a flat screen with fairly slim bezels and a punch-hole camera.

You can also see power and volume buttons on the right edge, but there’s no alert slider. It’s worth noting though that these images are apparently based on early prototype units of the phone, so may not be exactly right.

An unofficial image showing the OnePlus 10T from the front and back — (Image credit: @HeyitsYogesh / @onsitego)

The same source also revealed that the OnePlus 10T apparently has a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Those exact screen specs have also been listed by another leaker. That second leaker thought this phone would launch as the OnePlus 10, but they’re clearly talking about the same handset.

Based on all this the design and display appear to be a slight step down from the OnePlus 10 Pro, as that has a QHD+ curved screen and possibly slightly smaller bezels.

OnePlus 10T camera and battery

According to one leak the OnePlus 10T has a triple-lens camera on the rear, consisting of a 50MP primary camera with optical image stabilization (OIS), a 16MP ultrawide snapper, and a 2MP macro one. It can also apparently record video in up to 4K quality at up to 60fps. The front meanwhile is said to house a 32MP camera capable of 1080p recording at 30fps.

This same camera specs list had previously been outed by another source, so there’s a good chance it’s accurate.

That said, a third source has pointed to slightly different camera specs, saying to expect a 50MP f/1.8 primary sensor joined by 8MP and 2MP secondary ones, and a 16MP camera on the front.

As for the battery, the same three sources have said it has a 4,800mAh one with 150W charging. That’s an incredible amount of charging power and would have the OnePlus 10 Pro beat – though the size of the battery is smaller here, and the 10T also apparently lacks wireless charging.

OnePlus 10T specs and features

There’s slight uncertainty in terms of which chipset the OnePlus 10 Pro will use, with sources suggesting it could use either the Dimensity 9000 or the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus.

These are both high-end chipsets, with the latter being even better than the one in the OnePlus 10 Pro (or just about any other Android phone).

It’s that latter chipset that is currently looking more likely too, with one source saying OnePlus has decided to switch from the Dimensity to the Snapdragon, and leaker @yabhishekhd specifically tweeting (opens in new tab) that it will use the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus. A third source has also pointed to this chipset.

Beyond that, we’ve heard that the OnePlus 10T might come with a choice 8GB or 12GB of RAM, and 128GB or 256GB of storage, plus Android 12 overlaid with OxygenOS 12.

There’s also talk of an under-display fingerprint scanner and stereo speakers – neither of which would be surprising.

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Pitchfork Music Festival Rewind With NNAMDÏ

Produced by Pitchfork with White Claw | Live music is back! Bop around and re-experience Pitchfork Music Festival for some uncomplicated fun and short shorts with Chicago-based musician and label founder NNAMDÏ.

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Weekly Horoscope: June 19 to June 25, 2022

Not only is summer here, but your weekly horoscope is, too. Tuesday’s summer solstice marks the beginning of Cancer season and the height of the Sun so pack the picnic basket, get family and friends waterside, and remember you’re creating tomorrow’s memories, so plan a summer to remember!

Read on to discover what’s in store for your sign via your weekly horoscope during the week of June 19 through June 25, 2022.

Aries

Home is where the heart is this month so either gear down and put your feet up or take it in the opposite direction and put some TLC into your cocoon (aka your room or home). If you’re feeling social, it’s time to host your nearest and dearest; nothing fancy, go for creating closeness and connection. ‘Ladies bring a plate’ is an easy entertainer approach while everyone feels connected and appreciated because of the shared contribution. You might want to set up a shared chat, so no one doubles up on dishes and perhaps set a theme.

Taurus

It’s time to get out and rediscover your local area, take a day trip and make new connections. This is the start of a social month, so don’t be shy; say hi to people that resonate. Establish yourself in your community, or at least make some inroads by initiating conversation. You might want to participate in a community initiative or start one yourself. Or head out to a local craft and social evening like a clay, sip, and platter event or burlesque life drawing. Or, if you’re the entrepreneurial type, set up an event and run the show yourself.

Gemini

This month your financial zone is lit up, so bring your attention to how you earn money and what to do with it once you have it. Get in touch with your values so you can earn in line with them and invest. You’ll also be clear on what you bring to the table, which will help you develop and value your talents. Be sure not to focus too much on the negative, although it’s essential to be aware. Energy flows where the mind goes, and money is energy, so direct it. The planet of love and beauty enters your sign on Wednesday. Use your appeal to connect with new people, organize a photo session or revamp your image.

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Vijay Sethupathi and Taapsee Pannu Film is a Frustrating Watch

Annabelle Sethupathi (Annabelle Rathore in Hindi)
Director: Deepak Sundarrajan
Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Taapsee Pannu

Annabelle Sethupathi tries to evoke curiosity in the viewer from the very first scene. A weird plot of a bunch of ghosts caught in a beautiful palace unfolds, without much logic as to why they are locked in there and cannot leave. Equally nonsensical is the one uncertain solution there is to their predicament. I am still trying to get over the ridiculousness of the story, so I’ll try to summarise it the best I can.

The plot borrows from the oft-repeated trope of old haunted palaces, reincarnation and unsatisfied spirits. A modern-day Indian reincarnation of a British woman (Taapsee Pannu) from the 1940s enters the palace that was built for her by a king (Vijay Sethupathi), is confronted by a bunch of ghosts whom only she can see and who think she is their ticket to salvation.

The director’s assumption that this was a film worth making is as baffling as the decision to cast Taapsee in both her British and Indian characters. In her fancy fedoras and floral dresses, she resembles a model for a spring-summer fashion line than a woman from 1945. Vijay Sethupathi, who makes an entry in the second half, looks like a badly dressed north Indian groom in most frames. Costumes are key to establishing a period and the maker’s lack of attention to this detail, among many others, is a clear indication of a job done without dedication.

Despite the drama centered around a ‘magnificient palace’, there’s nothing much to write home about production design. The film’s look and feel is that of a school play with visibly blunt swords, cheap props and a bunch of adult actors who actually run around like children.

Horror comedies are in vogue across film industries and some watchable ones have been made recently. The title of Annabelle Sethupathi borrows from a Hollywood horror film, which is also mentioned in a dialogue. There are comic scenes, there’s romance, but horror? A sum total of one jump scare.

The one baffling question that remains unanswered at the end of the 2:14 hour run, was why would actors of Vijay Sethupathi and Taapsee Pannu’s caliber, choose to star in a film as inane as this? The emotions invoked in the romantic scenes between them, mostly owing to Vijay’s restrained performance, is completely nullified by meaningless chase sequences and slapstick humour in most parts.

Jagapathi Babu is a powerful presence as a quiet, but heartless villain, and his story is expected to continue in Part 2. Yogi Babu as the all-purpose masterchef carries the film on his shoulder majorly. His dialogues might have better impact in Tamil, but you know what Hindi dubs of south films sound like. Apart from that possible loss in translation, there’s nothing to miss if you skip this flick.

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soft Friday box office puts weekend win in jeopardy

Earlier this week, we predicted that Lightyear would have an easy weekend win, with a projected $80 million launch. Alas, our numbers were way off this time (although our track record is still really good), with THR reporting that Lightyear’s Friday box office was softer than anticipated. In fact, the Pixar tentpole is in danger of losing the box office race to Jurassic World: Dominion in its second week. The trade reports Lightyear made $20.7 million Friday compared to Dominion’s $15.7 million. Still, the gap may be narrowed as the holiday weekend goes on (Monday is Juneteenth, which is now a federal holiday in the U.S).

Revised estimates are putting the Lightyear debut at $52-55 million for the weekend, which may not be big enough to fight off Dominion. Currently, THR pegs the dinosaur sequel coming in at $57 million. Even if Lightyear makes it to number one, the launch will undoubtedly be underwhelming, especially if you consider that Sonic the Hedgehog 2 launched earlier this year with $72 million. This was before moviegoers started returning to theaters en-masse thanks to Tom Cruise and Doctor Strange.

Despite the soft launch, Lightyear has fared well with critics, earning a 77% fresh rating (we gave it a 7/10) and an A- Cinemascore (the same as Dominion). Could it be that audiences are more accustomed to watching animated movies at home after all of the Pixar movies that went directly to Disney+ (Turning Red, Luca, Soul)? It’s a troubling development, as a Buzz Lightyear Toy Story spin-off seemed a sure thing at the box office. There’s a chance family audiences discover the movie as the summer goes on, but here’s the thing – they don’t have to. They know that sooner or later (and I’d bet it will be sooner), the film will show up on Disney+. An opening like this is the danger of audiences being programmed to see a certain kind of movie at home.

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Meghan Markle Wore the Perfect Denim Shorts and Shirt Combo to Cheer on Prince Harry—See Pics

Meghan Markle broke out her casual summer wardrobe to support Prince Harry at a recent polo match.

On June 17, the Duchess of Sussex was photographed watching her husband play polo in Santa Monica, California, wearing an oversized denim button-down top over a pair of loose-fitting denim shorts that one fan account has attributed to the brand DÔEN. According to their website, the “Lane” shorts retail for $148 and are currently sold out in all sizes.

Markle styled the summer take on a Canadian tuxedo with a pair of black sunnies and brown sandals, keeping her hair in a half-up-half-down style with loose face-framing strands.

According to The Daily Mail, the Duke of Sussex plays for the Los Padres polo team under the name Harry Wales. Unfortunately, his team lost their semi-finals match on Friday and will not play in the upcoming Pacific Coast Circuit Intra-Circuit Cup finals. (You can see more photos here.)

Meghan Markle is seen watching Prince Harry play polo on June 17, 2022, in Santa Barbara, California.

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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry recently returned to The States from their first family visit to the U.K. since stepping back from their royal duties in March 2020. In early June, the Sussexes brought their three-year-old son Archie and one-year-old daughter Lilibet Diana to celebrate Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee. This marked Lilibet’s first-time meeting her great-grandmother and coincided with her first birthday.

The royal couple kept a low profile during their visit and were only briefly spotted behind the scenes at the Trooping the Colour before attending the National Service of Thanksgiving. Based on photographs from the festivities and reports from royal experts, the couple did not spend time with Kate Middleton and Prince William.

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Disney+’s Percy Jackson: An Updated Cast List, Including The Adam Project’s Walker Scobell

Over a decade after the first attempt to adapt Rick Riordan’s Greek mythology-inspired story, Percy Jackson and the Olympians, for the big screen screen, Disney+ will try its hand at handing the trident to its hero with a new adaptation taking on The Lightning Thief. After years of development involving the author himself, the streaming series has officially gone into production. Ahead of its premiere, let’s break down the cast confirmed to be in Disney+’s upcoming Percy Jackson show.

With what is expected to be an adaptation much more aligned with the book than the 2010 film starring Logan Lerman and Alexandra Daddario, Disney+’s Percy Jackson and the Olympians series will reintroduce the demigod and the events of The Lightning Thief. As we await Percy’s first adventure, it’s time to get acquainted with the talent involved.

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Walker Scobell

Leading the cast of the Percy Jackson series is Walker Scobell in the titular role of Percy, who finds out he is the son of Poseidon after living a pretty ordinary life, despite being consistently expelled due to his ADHD and dyslexia. Scobell recently found his movie debut and breakthrough role with the Netflix hit The Adam Project. Scobell played a young version of Ryan Reynolds’ Adam in the 2021 movie, which also starred Zoe Saldaña, Mark Ruffalo, Jennifer Garner and Catherine Keener. During his audition for The Adam Project, Scobell dazzled Reynolds with his ability to quote the Deadpool movie word for word, swear words and all. Scobell was announced as Percy Jackson in April 2022 to major excitement from fans. The actor is the perfect age to start the demigod’s journey hopefully with Disney+ adapting all five books.

Leah Jeffries

Percy Jackson is just one-third of an adventurous trio that the series famously follows. Also among the trio is Annabeth Chase, who is a demigod like Percy, but rather than being the offspring of Poseidon, she is the daughter of Athena. Leah Jeffries is set to play Annabeth following an already impressive acting resume. Jeffries has previously appeared in multiple episodes of Fox series Empire and Rel. The actress has also finished production on the upcoming horror movie Beast, where she’ll play the daughter of Idris Elba’s leading character as they find themselves hunted by an apex predator in the African Savanna.

Aryan Simhadri

To round out Percy Jackson’s trio, the series, of course, needs a Grover Underwood. Aryan Simhadri will play the satyr and best friend/guardian to Percy in the series. Aryan Simhadri has an extensive acting career already, especially having been a Disney Channel star in originals such as Just Roll With It and Spin. The teen actor was also recently in the Cheaper By The Dozen remake alongside Zach Braff and Gabrielle Union, and has done voice work in The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run, Mira, Royal Detective and Adventures in Wonder Park.

Virginia Kull

Percy Jackson’s mother, Sally Jackson, will be played by Virginia Kull, per Variety. Sally is a human woman who fell in love with Poseidon and had Percy with him, but with his birth, the god broke an oath and he was forced to return to sea. Sally spends her life trying to protect Percy from his lineage, but he learns the truth within the series. Virginia Kull is mainly a television actress who has played significant roles in Big Little Lies, The Looming Tower, Sneaky Pete and NOS4A2. She follows Catherine Keener, who previously played Sally in the movies.

Timm Sharp

Timm Sharp will play Percy Jackson’s abusive and despicable stepfather Gabriel “Gabe” Ugliano in the Disney+ series. In The Lightning Thief, Sally is married to Gabe, who is described as having a pungent odor, earning the secret nickname of “Smelly Gabe,” and he has a contentious relationship with both Sally and Percy. Sharp has held numerous roles over the years since getting his start in the early ‘00s. He is known most for his comedic roles such as in Fox series ‘Til Death, the short-lived Showtime series Blunt Talk alongside Patrick Stewart, and HBO’s Enlightened with Laura Dern.

Jason Mantzoukas

Playing Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and ecstasy, in Percy Jackson is Jason Mantzoukas. In the Rick Riordan books, Dionysus is one of Zeus’ sons, is known as Mr. D and serves as a camp director at Camp Half-Blood. The character in the books is comical, making Mantzoukas a great fit for the role, along with the actor and comedian being of Greek descent himself. Jason Mantzoukas is a frequent character actor in the comedy genre, with memorable roles in The League, The Good Place and Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Additionally, he’s provided his voice in animated shows like Star Trek: Prodigy, Big Mouth and Invincible.

Glynn Turman

Also among the cast thus far is Glynn Turman, who is set to play another Camp Half-Blood director. Turman will play Chiron, an immortal centaur who is the son of Kronos and Oceanid Philyra, and famously a trainer of heroes like Jason and Achilles. Early in The Lightning Thief, Chiron poses as a teacher at Percy’s human school of Yancy Academy as Mr. Brunner. Glynn Turman is a seasoned actor well known for his roles in Peyton Place in the ‘60s, the NBC sitcom A Different World from the late ’80s to ’90s, The Wire and House of Lies. The actor most recently starred in the Netflix movie Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.

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The Best Modern Western Movies

From revenge thrillers to comedies, many of today’s top filmmakers have done their part to keep the Western genre alive.

Gone are the days when Westerns ruled the box office, with superheroes now filling the role that cowboys once played in the American consciousness. But fear not, the Western genre is far from dead. The brutality of the American West, combined with the hope that many people found in it, continues to inspire some of the most exciting filmmakers working today. It also has one of the richest histories of any genre, which allows filmmakers with a passion for Hollywood history to engage with the classics of the 20th century while updating Western tropes for modern audiences. The genre is so versatile that Westerns can reflect almost any political sentiment, meaning that Western movies tend to be an interesting barometer of the era in which they were made.

Just this past Oscar season, a Western came very close to winning best picture: Jane Campion’s “The Power of the Dog.” That film used the landscape of the West to interrogate American masculinity and the way it imprisons men as much as it does anyone else. If that film whet your appetite for more in the genre, here are some others you should check out.

From violent revenge thrillers to comedies, keep reading for 15 of the best contemporary films about the American West.

“The Hateful Eight” (2015)

“Django Unchained” may be Quentin Tarantino’s flashier Western, but his second stab at the genre is every bit as good, if not better. “The Hateful Eight” trades the sweltering heat of the South for a brutally cold blizzard, as an eclectic group of dangerous Western characters (and a stellar cast of Tarantino regulars) take shelter in a stagecoach stopover. Tarantino evokes classic snow westerns like Sergio Corbucci’s “The Great Silence” while crafting a slow burning whodunnit that inevitably gets very, very bloody. Everything is tied together by a haunting score from legendary Western composer Ennio Morricone, who recycled elements of his scrapped score for John Carpenter’s “The Thing” and won an Oscar for his efforts. The contained location caused many to compare the film to Tarantino’s “Reservoir Dogs,” and while “The Hateful Eight” does a good job of matching that movie’s simmering tension and massive body count, it scales the premise up into a three hour Technicolor masterpiece. —CZ

“Hell or High Water” (2016)

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Years before his massive “Yellowstone” franchise aired its first episode, Taylor Sheridan proved that he is a master of reimagining Western tropes in a contemporary setting. “Hell or High Water” stars Chris Pine and Ben Foster as two ranchers who are forced to take up bank robbing when their mother’s illness places them at risk of losing their family ranch. The “robbers running from Texas Rangers” premise is straight out of a John Ford movie, and Sheridan and director David Mackenzie seamlessly integrate it with contemporary financial realities to craft a thrilling neo-western that breathed some much-needed life into the genre without ever feeling like its homages are forced. —CZ

“Bone Tomahawk” (2018)

“Bone Tomahawk”

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S. Craig Zahler combined elements of the Western and horror genres to craft “Bone Tomahawk,” a fantastic genre piece that stars Kurt Russell as a grizzled Western sheriff trying to rescue the victims of a tribe of cannibals. That premise could have resulted in B-movie schlock, but its thoughtful execution turns the film into something truly special. The production design captures the best elements of the Western genre, and its slow burning story gives the film ample time to humanize its characters. But when the moment is right, it fully leans into its most horrifying elements, resulting in a thrillingly good time at the movies and a reminder that the Western genre still has plenty of cinematic life in it. —CZ

“The Ballad of Buster Scruggs” (2018)

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First time? Joel and Ethan Coen returned to the American West for this Netflix anthology film, which consists of six unrelated vignettes that unfold like a fantastic short-story collection. The shorts cover everything from traveling balladeers to gold prospectors, mixing the Coen Brothers’ folksy dark humor with surprisingly deep character work and lush storybook production design. It may not be as flashy as earlier Coen Brothers comedies, but it’s a peak example of the duo’s late career output. The Academy clearly thought so as well, honoring the film with Oscar nominations in the Adapted Screenplay, Original Song, and Costume Design categories. The brothers have said that it may or may not be their final film as a duo, as both have begun to branch out and work on solo projects. While cinephiles are certainly hoping that more Coen Brothers films are on the horizon, this would be a good one to go out on. —CZ

“Unforgiven” (1992)

Perhaps the epitome of the modern Western, Clint Eastwood’s Oscar-winning epic “Unforgiven” is a melancholic meditation on the West, exploring its myths and its history through a dark and violent lens. The film is set in 1881, with Eastwood starring as William Munny, a retired outlaw who returns to the trade after years of settling down as a farmer. Celebrated for its moral ambiguity and noir atmosphere, the film simultaneously debunks and pays tribute to one of cinema’s most established genres by expertly juxtaposing violence and heroism, as well as courage and revenge. Principally noted for its anti-violence expression, “Unforgiven” went on to become the third Western to win the Academy Award for Best Picture and has since been admitted to the National Film Registry.

“Django Unchained” (2012)

“Django Unchained”

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Messy, bold, raucously funny and curiously affecting, “Django Unchained” is quintessential Quentin Tarantino. Part homage and part subversion, it’s also an audacious reimagining of the spaghetti Western. Set in the Deep South during the antebellum era, the film centers on Django (Jaime Foxx), an African-American slave. He teams with Dr. King Schultz (Christoph Waltz), a German bounty hunter posing as a traveling dentist who buys him and then promises freedom in exchange for his help in collecting a large bounty. Characteristic for Tarantino, the movie is stuffed with visual and narrative references, not to mention classic actors associated with the genre like Bruce Dern. But it’s also a stylish, gory period piece in its own right, with Tarantino’s inventive original screenplay and Waltz’s scene-stealing supporting performance both going on to win Academy Awards.

“The Homesman” (2014)

“The Homesman”

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Tommy Lee Jones’ haunting and contemplative Western flew under the radar last year despite a stirring lead performance from Hilary Swank and a richly confrontational narrative. Jones inverts what’s typical for the Western by allowing women to drive the action. Set in the mid-1850s, “The Homesman” follows Mary Bee Cuddy (Swank) as she sets out to transport women in need of escape from pioneer life to Iowa. Realizing the difficulty of the journey, she hires a low-life drifter (Tommy Lee Jones) to accompany the her. Lensed beautifully by Rodrigo Prieto, the films tracks the group as they cross the Nebraska Territories marked by stark beauty, psychological peril and constant threat. Sneakily feminist and unrelentingly gritty, “The Homesman” is an embodiment of the modern Western.

“True Grit” (2010)

The Coen Brothers had already gotten their feet wet in this arena with the Oscar-winning phenomenon “No Country for Old Men,” but even so, how they’d fare with such classic material was another matter entirely. Fortunately, their knack for droll humor and visual splendor meshed seamlessly with this infamously Western tale. In “True Grit,” 14 year-old Mattie Ross (Hailee Steinfeld) teams with the aging, drunken U.S. Marshal Rooster Cogburn (Jeff Bridges) to hunt down Tom Chaney, the man who murdered her father. Unlike “No Country” or the various other styles they’ve dabbled in, “True Grit” represents the Coens’ first true genre exercise. And through it, they string together a delightfully old-fashioned narrative and extract a breakout performance out of Hailee Steinfeld.

“The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford” (2007)

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Andrew Dominik’s moody, evocative “The Assassination of Jesse James” did Ron Hansen’s eponymous 1983 novel justice and then some. A deeply psychological and quietly unsettling Western, the film dramatizes with piercing specificity the relationship between James (Brad Pitt) and Ford (Casey Affleck), and what led to the infamous (and titular) killing. This is a movie that gets under your skin — from Nick Cave and Warren Ellis’ eerily unshakable score, to the magnificent camerawork of the great Roger Deakins — working as both a portrait of an outlaw and an exposition of masculinity in the process. It’s a tour-de-force in craft, most notably in Casey Affleck’s performance, which went on to win several critics prizes as well as earn an Academy Award nomination. Evoking stylistic Westerns like “McCabe and Mrs. Miller,” “The Assassination of Jesse James” is the new century’s definitive Western tonal poem.

“3:10 to Yuma” (2007)

“3:10 to Yuma”

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Roger Ebert said of James Mangold’s remarkable remake, “‘3:10 to Yuma’ restores the wounded heart of the Western and rescues it from the morass of pointless violence.” Indeed, this propulsive and star-studded modern Western pulls off an impressive feat, managing consistent thrills, a smart narrative and an effective re-imagining of the 1957 eponymous film (as well as Elmore Leonard’s original short story). As the story goes, notorious outlaw Ben Wade (Russell Crowe) is captured, and Civil War veteran Dan Evans (Christian Bale), struggling to survive on his drought-plagued ranch, volunteers to deliver him alive to the 3:10 to Yuma, a train that will take the killer to trial. Both actors do visceral, intense work in this bracing two-hander, while Mangold’s vision is equal parts throwback and contemporary. But above all, “3:10 to Yuma” is an irresistibly exciting ride.

“The Proposition” (2005)

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John Hillcoat (“The Road”) takes the Western to the Australian Outback in this brutally-tense account of loyalty, revenge and the quest for justice. In “The Proposition,” a lawman (played by Ray Winstone) apprehends the notorious outlaw Charlie Burns (Guy Pearce), and gives him nine days to make a fatal decision: Burns can either kill his older brother, or they’ll execute his younger brother. A sweeping moral parable, the film drew attention for its visual and narrative homages to the classic films of Sergio Leone, as well as its uncompromising effectiveness as a bleak mood piece. “The Proposition” broke out of the Australian cinema scene and garnered international recognition, with stateside film critics paying particular attention to the superb performances of Winstone, Danny Huston and Emily Watson.

“Meek’s Cutoff” (2010)

Kelly Reichardt is among the most consistently brilliant indie film directors around, so it should come as no surprise that “Meek’s Cutoff,” her stab at the Western, ended up as a rousing success. The film, loosely based on an 1845 incident on the Oregon Trail, chronicles the ill-fated journey of a wagon train, led by frontier guide Stephen Meek (Bruce Greenwood), through the Oregon desert along the route later known as the Meek Cutoff. Reichardt’s calibration comes off so effortless and yet so refined, managing to tell a minimalist, character-driven story through the guise of a slow-burn Western thriller. Textured with a feel for the historical and the perspective of the contemporary, “Meek’s Cutoff” is that rare historical drama to feel completely lived-in and authentic. Carried by the marvelous, subtle performances of Greenwood and Reichardt muse Michelle Williams, this modern Western breathes life like no other.

“Lone Star” (1996)

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In “Lone Star,” John Sayles’ mysterious and carefully-unfolding psychological Western, the unearthing of human bones and a rusty sheriff’s badge in a Texas border town resurrects painful memories for Sam Deeds (Chris Cooper), a young lawman. Through an elegant study of past and present, the film draws Sam into an intricate, fascinatingly woven web of ethical, familial, and intercultural conflicts. “Lone Star” is a classically romantic, oft-despairing and ultimately tragic account of forbidden love, unavoidable consequence and the ghosts of the past. Sayles’ spin on the Western is profoundly humanistic, favoring interaction over pure action and emotional resonance over violent resolution. The result is a passionately-felt and wrenching watch, anchored by the sterling performances of Cooper and the late Elizabeth Peña.

“Dances with Wolves” (1990)

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“Dances with Wolves” is the ultimate Western epic, a film of immense grandeur and historical depth. Set during the Civil War, it chronicles the exploits of Lieutenant John Dunbar (Kevin Costner), whose loyalties are put to the test after being accepted and embraced by a Native American tribe. Directed by Costner in a revelatory achievement, “Dances with Wolves” is considered a landmark for its revitalization of the Western epic. Sweeping, emotive and remarkably filmed, Costner’s cinematic achievement has been preserved by the National Film Registry as the quintessential modern American Western. It also won the Academy Award for Best Picture, especially notable since it was the first Western since 1931’s “Cimmaron” to win the big award.

“The Rover” (2014)

“The Rover,” Australian filmmaker David Michôd’s follow-up to his acclaimed family crime saga “Animal Kingdom,” maintains the director’s firm tonal command even as it reaches into more richly ambiguous territory. In this sweaty, sun-caked piece of Aussie Western-noir, a hardened loner (Guy Pierce) pursues the men who stole his only possession, his car, capturing along the way one of the thieves’ brother (Robert Pattinson). The duo form an uneasy bond as they press on through the dangerous journey. “The Rover,” chiefly concerned with the economic devastation that’s come to be characteristic of the 21st Century, cleverly filters contemporary existential dread into a dirty, bleak and morally-minded Western template. Like many movies on this list, “The Rover” is more expressionistic than action-packed, but it still manages a distinctiveness through its confidence in silence and specificity in location.

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Steve Albini Wins Major Prize at 2022 World Series of Poker

Steve Albini, the musician behind Shellac and Big Black who’s recorded countless classic records for other artists, is also a very good poker player. On Saturday, Albini won a World Series of Poker gold bracelet after competing in the $1,500 H.O.R.S.E. event and beating 773 other players. He took home a huge prize of $196,089. Albini could not look any happier in the photo documenting his big win.

“Everything in my life comes in pieces, in parts. Poker is one part of my life,” Albini told WSOP.com after winning. “So when I’m playing poker, I try to commit to it. I try to take it seriously. I try to make sure I devote the attention to it that it deserves as an occupation. But it’s only part of my year. I only play tournaments at the World Series of Poker. I play cash games informally in Chicago. It’s a part of my livelihood, but it’s not my profession.”

This is the second time Albini has won a World Series of Poker tournament, following his 2018 gold bracelet for beating 310 players in Seven Card Stud to the tune of $105,629. Back then, he was wearing a Cocaine Piss t-shirt during the big win. This time around, Albini dressed up for the occasion in a Jack O’ Nuts shirt, tweeting that the Athens noise-rock musicians “bring me luck.”

“The first one felt like a fluke. This one also felt like a fluke. I was all-in a million times in this tournament,” he told WSOP.com. “In the Stud tournament, the bracelet that I won in 2018, I was never all-in in that tournament. I was never short of chips. But it still felt like I kind of fluked it because I beat a table full of really great players that I didn’t expect to beat. This time it felt like a fluke because I was so short on chips so often, and I kept getting all in, and I kept surviving.”

Poker Central released the short film Albini Cashes In, which chronicles his first World Series of Poker win, in 2019. That same year, Shellac released The End of Radio, a double album featuring two previously unreleased BBC Radio Peel Sessions.

Revisit Pitchfork’s feature “Steve Albini’s 10 Best Records.”

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Dont Miss Tribeca’s Angelheaded Hipster: The Songs Of Marc Bolan & T. Rex

Music is ever-evolving but one thing has remained constant: inspiration. A lot of musicians get inspired by those who came before. One musician that broke all the rules and created his own sense of self and normalcy was Marc Bolan. Now years later, thanks to a documentary from his family, Bolan is set to inspire the lives of millions around the world. This documentary will be premiering at the 2022 Tribeca Film Festival sharing details of the life of Bolan who later became part of T. Rex. It has been almost 45 years since the death of Bolan, who died at the young age of only 29 years old. However, his music continues to live. Just recently, his song “Bang a Gong (Get It On)” was featured in the smash blockbuster film, Top Gun: Maverick. If that doesn’t show you how influential Bolan is, nothing will.

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The documentary is full of musical icons as they hit the studio to re-record some of Bolan’s major hits in a tribute album, also called AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex. Hal Willner, who oversaw the album, said the goal is to bring more attention to Bolan as a musician and as a genius, “It was to explore Marc Bolan as a singer and songwriter where he’s never gotten his due. He’s gotten his due as a rocker with cool grooves. You listen back to those songs and they are deep,” said Willner.

Bolen was born on September 30, 1947 in London, England. He was always born for greatness even as a child. While he was teenager he had his first bite of fame while being employed by a modeling agency and became the “John Temple Boy” promoting suits. His first entry into music was unsuccessful. It was that rejection that brought Bolan’s interest over to acting. He landed several roles on television playing a juvenile delinquent in the series Orlando. However, Bolan would find his voice once again.

In the 1960s, Bolan joined a band called John’s Children. Their first single which was titled Debora released in July of 1968. While it was not a hit at first, there was a decision to re-release it again in 1972. For some reason (maybe the fact that Bolan was constantly ahead of his time) this time the song jumped onto the UK’s Top 10 List. By July 1969, the band dropped their hipster sound and decided to go with more of an electric feel, specifically, with their single King of the Rumbling Spires.

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That single (while not making number one) did make it to the UK Charts in the top 50. Shortly after, the band became what we now know as T. Rex. Under the new name, the band released Ride a White Swan in 190 and it went straight to number one. From then on it was top hits all around with fan favorites like “Get it On (Bang a Gong)” which featured Elton John on the keyboard, “Jeepster,” “Telegram Sam,” and “One Inch Rock.” Overall, T.Rex had four UK number ones, 11 UK top hits, 21 UK Top 40s, 28 UK Top 75s, spent 16 weeks at number one, had 70 weeks in the top 10, and about 229 weeks in the top 75. Pretty impressive for a guy that thought he might have to act to make a living.

Eventually, Bolan’s stardom reached the United States with songs heading into the top 10. It was pretty quick after that, that Bolan became a teen idol, the face of the younger generation. He also transformed the Glam Rock movement when he came out on stage with make-up, sparkles, and wild outfits. Once Bolan showed it was cool to rock out however you wanted, a ton of talent followed constantly trying to outdo the star, the legend. His life was tragically cut short, however, when he passed away on September 16, 1977, two weeks shy of his birthday. Since then lovers of Bolan have been trying to keep his memory and music alive. Those fighting the hardest are his partner Gloria Jones and their son Rolan Bolan. That is where we come back to the documentary.

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Part behind-the-scenes and part biography, this film looks at all of Bolan’s career through the eyes of the artists that contributed to the tribute album and archival footage shared for the first time. The artists that have known and loved him so much take their time sitting down to tell their stories of Bolan, the naive beginnings, and the magic that happened when his hands touched a guitar. Others are shown talking about how much they loved him as they sat down to record the tribute album working hard to get the sound just right so Bolan would be proud.

The archival footage and the scenes where icons are recording the tribute album, AngelHeaded Hipster: The Songs of Marc Bolan & T. Rex, serve as a reminder of his talent. He was one of a kind, a fingerprint that can never be duplicated only admired and respected. It’s very easy to watch this documentary and find yourself going down the rabbit hole of hits that Bolan had and finding yourself quickly adding them to your Apple Music. A quick search of his name shows tons of playlists from fans that include essentials and must-haves for people to download and enjoy. I added all of them to my playlist.

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The documentary also uses footage of many T. Rex performances along with stories told by those who knew him or admired him. Icons like Elton John, Nick Cave, and Joan Jett not only contributed to the album but spoke about the influence Bolan had on them.

Gloria Jones and their son Rolan Bolan appear throughout the documentary helping to show us the heart and soul of Bolan. It’s very clear that no matter how hard they try, those of us that never got the chance to meet Bolan will forever feel a loss. The one thing that makes things a little bit brighter was the director Ethan Silverman’s idea for the tribute album and documentary to bring to light a man that once burned so fiercely. This light has now been reignited through this film and is a must-see at the festival. After watching it, expect to download everything Bolan has created and spend time watching videos on YouTube to pretend you had the chance to meet him. Some say that his guitar playing was second to none and they are right.

The all-star cast includes Marc Bolan, Gloria Jones, Rolan Bolan, Ringo Starr, Nick Cave, Hal Willner, Joan Jett, and David Bowie.

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Essential Doc Reads: Week of June 13, 2022

Essential Doc Reads is our curated selection of recent features and important news items about the documentary form and its processes, from around the internet, as well as from the Documentary magazine archive. We hope you enjoy!

Over at IndieWire, Eric Kohn questions the ways film festivals have been treating their programmers. “While the industry relies on programmers, they have never been treated as more disposable. What would it take to change that?” he asks.

Meanwhile, so many programmers stitch together their profession in piecemeal that festivals build their budgets around the notion that programming is a disposable piece of the larger whole. As festivals rework their budgets around pandemic-era cuts, the job has never looked more vulnerable. Many festivals struggle to create a programming staff that supports year-round work, which in turn devalues the market for programmers as whole.

It’s Tribeca season! Filmmaker’s Lauren Wissot speaks to Roderigo Reyes, whose latest documentary, Sansón and Me, premiered at the festival.

Why do we make documentaries? Should they challenge us to step into the world of others, even if we leave without easy answers? Or should they comfort us and make us feel that everything will be okay? The film is transparent about these questions, and I wish more directors were willing to come forward with their own experiences. Documentarians are all too often scared to bring us into their relationship with real life. We are pressured by the marketplace to be morally clean, urged to pick safe stories that comfort audiences with clean resolutions. All too often this means stories like Sansón’s end up being ignored and erased.

For CNN, Adam Piron, director of Sundance Institute’s Indigenous Program, interviews Native filmmaker Shaandiin Tome whose film Long Line of Ladies won SXSW 2022’s Best Documentary Short Award.

“I didn’t want to have mine when I was younger because I was embarrassed at the time. It was a lot about how I saw myself then, which was also a reflection of how popular culture represents Indigenous women,” she explained. “Growing up, there wasn’t much representation…There were the women I saw in my life, who in my mind were powerful and had impact. Then there were representations like Disney’s Pocahontas, which created a romanticized, one-note portrait, of Native women.

“I think to constantly be misrepresented amongst my peers caused me to feel as though I wasn’t valued, and as an extension, my beliefs and culture didn’t have a place in the Western world.”

The Guardian’s Danny Leigh speaks to the team behind The Princess, a documentary about the media’s relationship to the specter of Princess Diana before and after death, that premiered at this year’s Sundance.

Perkins captures Diana’s last night on 31 August 1997 not through stunned newsreaders but Australian tourists, chancing on police lights outside the Pont de l’Alma traffic tunnel while shooting Paris with a camcorder. It was the late 90s, after all. New digital cameras were flooding the market. A tech revolution was just beginning. Now it extends to high-end documentaries made up of nuggets of old telly and the device you may be reading this piece on. Chinn recalls that limbo period in late summer as a young producer of 28, beginning a TV career, boggling at news reports in the days after the death. “I honestly felt the nation had lost its mind,” he says. “There was this consensus that we were all devastated – for me and for my friends, it simply wasn’t true. So even then you think: ‘Ah.’ Two different Britains, right?”

Also for Filmmaker, Lauren Wissot spoke to the filmmaking duo of Jennifer Tiexiera and Camilla Hall, who directed Subject, another Tribeca-premiering documentary, that focuses its lens on people who have been at the center of documentaries.

One revelation is how crazy some of these things that we just sort of take for granted in the industry actually are. For example, the releases with their “in perpetuity, in the universe” language are insane. Or how we expect people to open up about some of the most traumatic experiences in their lives without having therapy as a line item in the budget. And there are some instances where filmmakers are actually encouraged not to share the final film with the participants before it premieres — also crazy. The list is quite long.

Twenty-two years ago, Documentary’s very own Tom White wrote about documentary protagonists for The Independent Film & Video Monthly. Here is a walk down this very ethical memory lane.

Filmmakers, especially documentarians, are well-versed in the territory behind the camera, yet few can speak firsthand about what it’s like on the other side—how it feels to have your life treated as raw material for a nonfiction narrative, to be scrutinized and analyzed and interpreted by a stranger, to become an unwitting celebrity and contend with a screen image that may always loom larger than your self-image.

From the Archive: January 6, 2017: Doc Star of the Month: Michelle Smith, ‘Best and Most Beautiful Things’

Some of the greatest documentaries of all time would be inconceivable without their protagonists to drive the stories and keep us viewers enthralled. From the Beales to the Friedmans, from Bob Dylan to Bob Flanagan, these real-life people were transformed, through the dynamic collaborative processes with their respective filmmakers, into indelible and engaging characters of cinema. And it’s thanks to the access and intimacy that these protagonists granted to the filmmakers that these films were made in the first place.

So when writer Lauren Wissot proposed a column in which she would interview a documentary subject every other month, we welcomed the idea. So, here is the inaugural Doc Star of the Month (even though it’s every other month): Michelle Smith of Best and Most Beautiful Things.

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Vancouver family ‘gutted’ after homemade sailboat stolen before Father’s Day weekend launch – BC

A Vancouver man and his family are “gutted” after their homemade sailboat — a pandemic project many months in the making — was stolen just before its Father’s Day weekend launch.

Duncan McDonald said he began building the vessel last year using fibre glass, plywood, two-by-fours and other salvaged materials in order to develop new skills and build fond memories with his family.

The white and green sailboat, affectionately named ‘Saller Doodad’ by his two children, was stolen overnight Thursday ahead of a family camping trip to Sechelt.

“I’m still a little gutted and I still can’t really believe it,” he told Global News on Friday morning. “It’s definitely hard to process — a year of work to do that and here we are in this situation.”

Upon its completion, Duncan McDonald’s homemade sailboat had a blue tarp sail and a herringbone bulkhead at the bow. It was stolen overnight on Thurs. June 22, 2022, from his Vancouver home.

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The vessel, 14-feet long and less than 200 pounds, was hoisted on a trailer and chained to a power pole by the family’s home near East 25th and Fraser streets. When McDonald arose on Friday morning, he said the chain and lock had been cut.

The family had been looking forward to their camping trip for a month, he added, and put the final touches on Saller Doodad, his Father’s Day gift, on Thursday.

“It looked really nice yesterday,” he said. “It was a lot of fun. I have a three-year-old and a six-year-old and they were really active participants in the build. It was a really neat, high-risk high reward situation.”

Students from the school where he teaches also contributed to the fibre glass construction elements, he said.

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The family is now asking the public to keep an eye out for the sailboat, which has a blue tarp sail and a herringbone bulkhead at the bow. The trailer license plate number is WHW 89A.

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Stars Who Got Engaged This Year

Ready to walk down the aisle! Several celebrity couples took their love to the next level in 2022 by getting engaged.

Josh Duhamel popped the question to Audra Mari in January after two years of dating. The actor was previously married to Fergie from 2009 to 2019, and the exes share son Axl, whom they welcomed in August 2013.

“They are both really good people and committed to their son, but they are too different to make it work,” a source told Us Weekly in September 2017 shortly after the duo confirmed their split.

Fergie opened up in October 2017 about calling it quits with Duhamel. “It wasn’t my plan,” she said on The Wendy Williams Show at the time. “I wanted to stay married forever.”

A year later, the Las Vegas alum hinted at his desire to remarry. “I want to have more kids in the next few years. So it’s more about finding someone young enough to have kids,” he explained on the “Armchair Expert” podcast in December 2018. “It’s not as if I’m out there just trying to f–k anything. That’s really not who I am. I’m trying to find a girl that I can be with and have a family with, you know?”

Duhamel also reflected on his failed romance with Fergie at the time. “Ferg and I had a great relationship. I love that girl and I always will. Unfortunately, we didn’t work, but I will always have her back and she is the mother of my baby,” he shared. “She’s awesome. So I’m just trying to find somebody. That’s kind of what I’m looking for.”

After the Transformers star posted on social media about his betrothal to Mari, the former Black Eyed Peas member wished her ex-husband well. “Congrats!!!” she commented via Instagram, adding six green heart emojis.

Jeremiah Duggar, meanwhile, announced his engagement to Hannah Wissmann in January. The news came three months after the pair revealed their courtship.

“Never been so happy. Never felt so blessed!!” the 19 Kids and Counting alum gushed via Instagram in October 2021. “Getting to know each other has been one of the greatest joys of our lives! We are excited to start sharing our story with all of you and to see what God has in store for our future. #mygirlfriend.”

Duggar’s famous family congratulated him and his fiancée on their engagement via social media. “Good lookin’ couple right there,” Jessa Duggar replied.

Scroll through the gallery below to see which celebrity couples got engaged this year!

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Watch Miles Teller Perform Great Balls of Fire in Top Gun: Maverick

Want even more “Top Gun: Maverick?” Sure you do. The blockbuster is one of the best-reviewed movies of the year and is on pace to hit $1 billion at the box office globally, so how about a scene of Miles Teller wowing with both of his feet on the ground?

Paramount on Thursday released an extended scene from “Maverick” in which Miles Teller’s Rooster performs Jerry Lee Lewis’ “Great Balls of Fire” in full. The original “Top Gun” had Tom Cruise and Anthony Edwards performing a good helping of the song, but we only get a snippet of Teller doing the same in the new film as an homage to Edwards’ deceased character Goose.

The good news is, Teller can actually play the piano and is a solid singer as well, so best not to let that talent go to waste.

This full clip shows Teller as Rooster singing alongside his fellow Top Gun classmates, including Phoenix (Monica Barbaro), Payback (Jay Ellis), Bob (Lewis Pullman), and Teller even takes a brief blues piano solo as his aviator sunglasses threaten to slide completely off his nose.

No Tom cruise in this moment, and for those that haven’t seen “Maverick” yet, it’s because Cruise’s character has just been tossed out of the bar and spies Teller at the piano, a spitting image of his dad performing the same song from the original “Top Gun” in 1986, causing him to feel a massive pang of remorse and guilt.

But it looks like he missed out on a party. And hey, if Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” can climb to the top of the charts, can we get a boost for “Great Balls of Fire?”

Joseph Kosinski directs “Top Gun: Maverick,” which is in theaters now. Watch the video of Teller above.

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Bill Maher Argues Ron DeSantis Would Be a Better President Than Trump

Bill Maher didn’t sidestep his thoughts about Donald Trump and his hope that another Republican would come to the forefront before the 2024 presidential election, going as far as saying that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis would be better than Trump because “he’s not an insane person.”

On Friday night’s “Real Time With Bill Maher,” the comedian-host jumped right in on what everyone interested in politics is talking about these days, and that’s the House January 6 committee hearings, which seem to be focusing on Trump’s involvement in the insurrection.

“First of all, I actually have no issue with Trump being prosecuted, and I have a lot of issue with elites being left unaccountable for the crimes that they commit, number one. Number two, that’s not going to solve our problem,” guest panelist and podcast host Krystal Ball said. “Do you think that Ron DeSantis is going to be way better than Donald Trump?”

“Yes,” Maher interrupted.

“He’s not going to vote he’s not going to be the enemy democracy in the same way,” Tablet columnist James Kirchick said.

Maher again jumped in, “I’d like to answer that – yes I do.”

His “yes” shocked Ball, who wondered how and why, saying that the Republican governor “clearly modeled himself in the footsteps of Donald Trump.”

But the difference between DeSantis and Trump was a simple one, as Maher saw it.

“He’s not certifiably insane. That’s a great one to start off with,” Maher said, setting off laughter and applause from his audience. “You know what Ron DeSantis won’t be doing? He won’t be poop tweeting every day. He won’t be, like, having feuds with Bette Midler on Twitter!”

Really riled, he added, “He’s not an insane person!”

Although Ball wanted to turn the attention to what brought the country to this point, saying that Trump is merely a “deep rock in our system,” Maher again turned it back to Trump, pointing out that the former president “also committed the crime.”

“But he also committed the crime,” he said.

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Various Artists: NOW That’s What I Call Pride Album Review

Who is the I who calls this Pride? Originally, the phrase “Now that’s what I call music” appeared on an antique poster advertising Danish bacon, written in the voice of a pig listening to a squawking hen. Then, it was British media mogul Richard Branson, who saw the poster and borrowed its sentiment for the long-running compilation series. The annual compendium of mainstream hits began in 1983 and runs to this day, as does the American version that launched in 1998. NOW’s authority is popularity, and that’s part of its appeal: If the market supports a track, on it goes. People around the world have bought some 250 million copies of NOW compilations. The albums have topped the U.S. Billboard charts 19 times. In the flagship series, the I is a kind of we.

At times, the I became political. The American series embraced popular right-wing movements like evangelical Christianity (NOW That’s What I Call Faith) and nationalism (NOW That’s What I Call the USA: The Patriotic Country Collection, which culminates with country music’s own Triumph of the Will, Lee Greenwood’s “God Bless the U.S.A.”). This summer, whether as atonement or a pot of gold at the end of Rainbow Capitalism, I is proud.

NOW That’s What I Call Pride comes out in two ways: an 18-track U.S. version, and a bulging UK edition with 84 tracks spread across four CDs. Neither claim to be NOW That’s What I Call the LGBTQ+ Community. It’s about “celebrating and paying tribute to Pride,” per the press release, an orientation that allows the UK edition to slide in artists like the Weeknd as allies despite their iffy history. It includes undisputed allies, like Liza Minnelli, feeling her “Love Pains” in collaboration with the gay heroes Pet Shop Boys, who offer their revolutionary cover of “Go West” by Village People. With Village People’s own ode to cruising, “Y.M.C.A.,” positioned between Baccara’s tantalizing “Yes Sir, I Can Boogie” and Chaka Khan’s masterpiece “I’m Every Woman,” the three-way is a good time.

The sounds of celebration fill the fourth UK disc, which concludes on a truly fabulous run of the Scissor Sisters’ aptly-titled “Filthy/Gorgeous,” CeCe Peniston’s eternal “Finally,” and Ultra Naté’s “Free,” a pledge of allegiance to a truly queer nation. Tributes arrive on the third and strongest disc, which centers queer saints like Divine (“You Think You’re a Man,” a song that eviscerates toxic masculinity with a shit-eating grin), Grace Jones (“I Need a Man,” still voracious), and Patrick Cowley and Sylvester with their ribald, rhetorical “Do You Wanna Funk?” George Michael’s homage to public sex, “Outside” is, to this day, the fiercest retort to homophobia to ever make the pop charts.

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Karan Johar was on Target List for Extortion, Claims Lawrence Bishnoi’s Gang Member

Siddhesh Kamble alias Mahakal, an alleged member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, has told investigators that Bollywood filmmaker Karan Johar was on the list of persons whom the gang planned to target for extortion, a police official said on Saturday. But a senior official also warned that these claims have not been verified yet, and there was a possibility that there was an element of bragging in Kamble’s statements.

Kamble was a close aide of Santosh Jadhav, a suspected shooter in the Punjabi singer Sidhu Moosewala murder case, and well aware of the murder conspiracy, a police official said. While Kamble is in the custody of Pune rural police for an earlier case registered in the district, teams of Delhi Police’s Special Cell, Punjab Police and Mumbai Crime branch have questioned him in connection with the Moosewala murder and a threat letter received by Bollywood actor Salman Khan and his father Salim Khan earlier this month.

In his statements before the investigating teams, Kamble disclosed a lot of information about the Moosewala murder conspiracy and named Santosh Jadhav and one Nagnath Suryavanshi as having been involved in the killing, the official told PTI. He also provided information about future plans of the Bishnoi gang, which is suspected to be behind Moosewala’s killing, the official said.

The gang had allegedly planned to extort Rs 5 crore from Johar by threatening him, he said. As per Kamble’s statement, Vikram Brar, brother of Canada-based gangster Goldie Brar, had discussed these plans with him on Instagram and Signal apps. A woman involved in drug trafficking and a doctor who had allegedly desecrated a holy book of the Sikh community were also on the target list, the official said. Investigating agencies are still verifying Kamble’s claims, he added.

Jadhav and his aide Navnath Suryavanshi were arrested by Pune rural police from Bhuj in Gujarat earlier this week. After Moosewala’s murder in May, the Bishnoi gang was trying to take advantage of the sensation it had caused and had decided to threaten Bollywood celebrities, the official claimed. Threatening Salman Khan for extortion was part of this plan, hatched by Vikram Brar, he said.

Police had earlier claimed, citing information given by Kamble, that Vikram Brar had sent three members of the Bishnoi gang to Mumbai to deliver the threat letter to Salman Khan. But a senior official of Pune rural police cautioned that they were still verifying Kamble’s claim about Karan Johar being a target for extortion.

“With some accused, there is an element of bragging in their confessions. The motive behind bragging is to gain publicity and get bigger extortion amounts. This phenomenon is common in Punjab and other neighbouring states. They (gangsters) want their names to get associated with high-profile cases,” said the officer. Five gangsters have taken responsibility for the Moosewala murder, but none of them was present on the spot when the crime took place on May 29 in Punjab’s Mansa district, he said.

“Mahakal is a small fish. Vikram Brar told him about Karan Johar. Why Brar told this to Mahakal, who is just a foot soldier? Because Brar wants to increase his clout and impress youths like Mahakal,” he added.

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Joey King on ‘Intense’ Combat Scenes in ‘The Princess’ & Learning From Brad Pitt in ‘Bullet Train’ (Exclusive)

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Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building and Netflix’s Persuasion

Today’s trailer roundup includes Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building Season 2 and Netflix’s Persuasion.

Hulu released a new trailer for the second season of Only Murders in the Building, which premieres on June 28th with two new episodes. Weekly episodes follow on Tuesdays.

In the series, Steve Martin, Martin Short and Selena Gomez are back as three amateur sleuths investigating a series of ongoing murders in their building.

Based on the Jane Austen novel, Persuasion stars Dakota Johnson, Henry Golding and Cosmo Jarvis. Johnson plays Anne Elliot, a non-conforming woman with modern sensibilities who gets caught up in a love triangle with an old flame (Jarvis). Now, she must choose between her family obligations or her heart’s desire.

Persuasion debuts on Netflix on July 15 and is directed by Carrie Cracknell with a screenplay by Ron Bass and Alice Victoria Winslow.

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Disney’s Live-Action Film Remake Finds Its Director

Disney’s upcoming live-action Hercules remake has found its director in a familiar face.

Guy Ritchie, who also directed Disney’s Aladdin remake in 2019, is set to helm the upcoming project per Variety. Ritchie most recently finished filming an action thriller starring Jake Gyllenhaal and previously directed Operation Fortune: Ruse de guerre, which is pending release.

In addition to Ritchie, Disney has hired Dave Callaham (Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings) to write a first draft for the film, which is promising given Callaham’s expertise in action films. Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame directors Joe and Anthony Russo are attached to the upcoming remake to produce via their AGBO banner.

The original film, which starred Tate Donovan (Rocketman) in the titular role, was a musical retelling of the iconic Hercules legend in which the son of Zeus is stripped of his immortality by Hades in an effort to ensure he would be able to conquer Mount Olympus in 18 years’ time. His plans don’t go as successfully as he intended as Hercules is left with his superhuman strength intact and the hero goes on a journey to protect his home along with humanity.

The animated film is notable for going through constant retooling over the many years of development, with 18 credited writers contributing to the final product and Ron Clements and Jon Muker directing. The cast for the original film also included Danny DeVito (It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia), James Woods (Videodrome), and Susan Egan (Steven Universe).

Hercules joins a growing list of animated films from the Disney catalog to be getting the live-action treatment from the studio, including Mulan, Aladdin, and The Lion King.

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Bill Maher Frames the Recent Washington Post Drama as Generational Warfare (Video)

For the biggest portion of “New Rules” on Friday’s “Real Time,” Bill Maher talked at length about the recent drama at the Washington Post, which he saw as yet another example of (in his opinion) Millennial immaturity, and a problem with journalism as well.

“If someone knows of a story that more effective captures what’s wrong with today’s journalism, that the sad saga of what happened last week at the Washington Post, they need to keep it to themselves because it would be too depressing,” Maher said.

What he was talking about, in case you aren’t familiar, is a bit hard to sum up, but basically, last week Washington Post political reporter David Weigel retweeted a joke by YouTuber Cam Harless that read “Every girl is bi. You just have to figure out if it’s polar or sexual.”

Fellow political reporter Felicia Somnez publicly called Weigel out for that. (Weigel, to be clear, didn’t write the joke, he just retweeted it.) Weigel later removed the retweet and apologized, and then for reasons that remain unclear, he was suspended for a month without pay, something that a lot of people felt was disproportional. Including some other WaPo employees. Many colleagues voiced support for Sonmez on Twitter, while others publicly disagreed, including one reporter even going so far as to accuse her of bullying.

In the end, Somnez was fired for “misconduct that includes insubordination, maligning your co-workers online and violating The Post’s standards on workplace collegiality and inclusivity.” You can read more about it here.

Anyway, Maher recapped that situation. Naturally he thought the joke was at worst a throw-away gag, easily forgotten and an example of the huge amount of jokes that have been told about the differences between men and women.

He described the Washington Post as an “unlicensed day care center” that “went apes—” over this — and he argued that Somnez behaved unfairly and in bad faith. He also castigated bosses at the Washington Post, saying they “folded like a Miami condo” by suspending Weigel.

He said this continued “until the bell rang and they all went to 7th period,” at which point he began talking about this as a generational issue. “Note that I haven’t told you what age Felicia Somnez and her quarreling coworkers are. Why? ‘Cause I didn’t have to. Because you can’t imagine someone my age, acting like this in an office.”

From here you can likely fill in the blanks as far as Maher’s criticisms of Millennials goes, as he references many common complaints Boomers in particular make. He argued that the reason America’s many industries are still dominated by increasingly old Boomers is because “you kids are too f—ed up to manage it.”

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Maher then compared the Washington Post of the Watergate era to what he sees as the deficiencies of the current era, referring to the current younger generations as “emotional hemophiliacs.”

In the end, Maher argued that people need to get thicker skins and a sense of humor, moving the lines they believe shouldn’t be crossed “much closer to sanity, and find it much sooner, because democracy dies in dumbess.” That of course was a reference to the Post’s motto, “Democracy dies in darkness.”

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15 Minute Live Performances: Erin Rae

Erin Rae is one of our favorite artists to emerge in the past year. The singer-songwriter is one of Nashville’s finest rising talents. Her breakthrough album, Lighten Up, produced by Jonathan Wilson, is shaping the latest generation of cosmic country.

Earlier this year, we spoke with the 31-year-old and she explained to us how everything came together, from a creative and mental wellness place. “I think I have realized in the last couple of years, I was born with a certain set of anxious tendencies. Kind of an overactive, maybe hypervigilant mind. But then I also got to learn that I can sing, and that has always provided a soothing antidote to my brain.”

In her 15 Minute Live Performance, she showcases her earnest songwriting and her outstanding ability to connect through live performance.

Here’s the setlist:

1. California Belongs To You
2. Cosmic Sigh
3. Modern Woman
4. Four Strong Winds [Ian Tyson cover]

In our last session, we featured singer-songwriter WYATT. Born Wyatt Sanders, the guy does it all, literally. He’s a songwriter, producer, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist who can dazzle with the best of them. Other artists who have dazzled during our 15-minute sets include Robert Finley, Neal Francis UPSAHL, John R. Miller, Cedric Burnside and the Grammy-nominated ensemble Cha Wa. You can watch all of the previous episodes here.

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In Theatres & Streaming: CIVIL

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Coming to theatres today, Friday, June 17 and to Netflix this Sunday, June 19:
CIVIL

Director:
Nadia Hallgren

World Premiere:
Tribeca 2022

Select Festivals:
American Black

About:
An intimate yet expansive profile of Ben Crump, the lawyer dubbed “Black America’s attorney general.”

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People arriving in UK on small boats to be electronically tagged | Immigration and asylum

Some people arriving in the UK in small boats or the back of lorries will be electronically tagged under a 12-month pilot scheme run by the Home Office.

The 12-month pilot, which began on Wednesday, has been launched to test whether electronic monitoring is an effective way to give immigration bail to those who arrive in the country using “unnecessary and dangerous” routes.

The BBC reported the first to be tagged under the bail programme were likely to be those who had avoided being removed to Rwanda.

Enver Solomon, the chief executive of the Refugee Council, said: “It’s appalling that this government is intent on treating men, women and children who have fled war, bloodshed and persecution as criminals.

“This draconian and punitive approach not only shows no compassion for very vulnerable people; it will also do nothing to deter those who are desperately seeking safety in the UK.”

The European court of guman rights (ECHR) on Tuesday granted an injunction that resulted in a chartered aircraft to Kigali being unable to depart Wiltshire.

The home secretary, Priti Patel, accused the ECHR of being politically motivated in its “absolutely scandalous” decision.

In an interview with the Telegraph she said: “You’ve got to look at the motivation. How and why did they make that decision? Was it politically motivated? I’m of the view that it is, absolutely.

“The opaque way this court has operated is absolutely scandalous. That needs to be questioned.

“We don’t know who the judges are, we don’t know who the panel are, we haven’t actually had a judgment – just a press release and a letter saying we can’t move this person under rule 39.

“They’ve not used this ruling previously, which does make you question the motivation and the lack of transparency.”

The justice secretary, Dominic Raab, has suggested new laws could ensure that interim measures from the Strasbourg court could in effect be ignored by the government.

The Home Office said the trial would test whether tagging would aid regular contact with those given bail and progress their claims more effectively.

Those tagged will have to regularly report in person to authorities, may be subject to a curfew or excluded from certain locations, and failure to comply could result in them being returned to detention or prosecuted.

New figures revealed the number of people crossing the Channel to reach Britain this year has passed 11,000.

On Thursday, 146 people on four small boats were brought to Britain.

The daily number has been decreasing steadily throughout the week after a high of 444 on Tuesday. That was the highest number since 562 on 14 April.

At least 48 people were brought ashore at Dover on Thursday.

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Roku, Walmart Ecommerce Deal Lets You Buy Products From Your TV

“T-commerce” — letting consumers purchase stuff they see on TV using a remote control — has been around for decades. But it’s never really taken off.

Now Roku, in an exclusive deal with Walmart, thinks it has a shot at cracking the code on making connected TVs a significant ecommerce shopping destination.

Roku will sell shoppable ads in its streaming inventory that will let viewers purchase featured products from Walmart, using just a few clicks (if they’re already entered their credit card info in Roku). Viewers press “OK” with the remote on a shoppable ad and proceed to checkout with their payment details pre-populated from Roku Pay, the streaming platform’s payments platform. From there, tapping “OK” on the Walmart checkout page places the order. A Walmart purchase confirmation is then emailed with shipping, return and support information.

One of the reasons T-commerce hasn’t come to fruition is that it’s just easier to navigate online checkout using a mobile phone — something abundantly clear if you’ve ever had to type in a credit card number using a TV remote. It remains to be seen whether the Roku/Walmart pact will be able to move the needle on people making actual purchases triggered by TV ads.

“We’re working to connect with customers where they are already spending time, shortening the distance from discovery and inspiration to purchase,” Walmart CMO William White said. “By working with Roku, we’re the first-to-market retailer to bring customers a new shoppable experience and seamless checkout on the largest screen in their homes — their TV.”

Under the deal, Roku’s OneView connected TV ad-buying platform has the exclusive capability to activate and measure the shoppable ads linked to Walmart. “We’re making shopping on TV as easy as it is on social,” said Peter Hamilton, Roku’s head of TV commerce.

(Pictured above: A mockup of Walmart’s ecommerce pop-up on Roku)

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Tribeca Doc ‘Lowndes County’ Reveals Origins Of Black Power Movement – Deadline

EXCLUSIVE: Voter suppression in this country is not a new phenomenon. In fact, it goes all the way back to Reconstruction following the Civil War, the moment when African Americans ostensibly first gained access to the ballot box.

The passage of the Voting Rights Act in 1965 was meant to correct systemic and deliberate barriers to voting and to be a crowning achievement in the struggle for civil rights. Instead, as the new documentary Lowndes County and the Road to Black Power reveals, that legislation “represented not the culmination of the Civil Rights Movement, but the beginning of a new, crucial chapter.”

Lowndes County and the Road to Black Power, directed by Sam Pollard and Geeta Gandbhir, held its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival on Tuesday and will screen again on Saturday afternoon (at Village East at Angelika). The documentary is a Peacock Original presented by Participant, produced by Multitude Films in association with The Atlantic. It will stream on NBC Universal’s Peacock platform at a date to be announced.

“Nowhere was this next battle [in the Civil Rights Movement] better epitomized than in Lowndes County, Alabama, a rural, impoverished county with a vicious history of racist terrorism,” notes a release about the film. “In a county that was 80 percent Black but had zero Black voters, laws were just paper without power. This isn’t a story of hope but of action. Through first person accounts and searing archival footage, Lowndes County and the Road to Black Power tells the story of the local movement and young Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) organizers who fought not just for voting rights, but for Black Power in Lowndes County.”

Both Pollard and Gandbhir are Emmy winners. Pollard’s credits include MLK/FBI, Citizen Ashe (co-directed with Rex Miller), and the Peabody Award-winning Mr. Soul! (co-directed with Melissa Haizlip). Gandbhir’s credits include I Am Evidence (co-directed with Trish Adlesic), and Call Center Blues.

“What stood out to us about the history of Lowndes County’s role in the Civil Rights Movement was that it was locally led and that a key piece of SNCC’s strategy was to leave behind a community that could continue working on its own behalf,” Gandbhir and Pollard said in a statement. “As the struggle for racial justice and racial equity continues in this country, it was important for us to find values-led partners in Multitude, The Atlantic, and Participant, and we’re excited that Peacock is now on board to share the film with audiences.”

Tribeca praises the film for “expertly [weaving] rarely seen archival footage and first-person testimony to create a solid sense of place and capture the high-stakes tension on the ground.” Festival programmer Karen McMullen writes, “The story here is told by the Black and white people who were there at the time, including grassroots organizers and citizens content with the status quo, who share their personal anecdotes of that tumultuous time, lending an uncommon intimacy and authenticity to this historical documentary. Against a backdrop of blatant and brutal violence against freedom fighters, a young Stokely Carmichael brings passion to the crusade, and we witness the evolution of the SNCC into a powerful force on the frontlines, fanning the cause outward throughout the South.”

Carmichael became chairman of SNCC in 1966, succeeding John Lewis. He would go on to become the most visible leader of the Black Power movement (he changed his name to Kwame Ture in 1978, after moving to Africa amid CIA harassment. He died in Guinea in 1998 at the age of 57).

Archive of Carmichael reflecting on his time in Lowndes County features prominently in the exclusive clip above. It begins with contemporary recollections of a Carmichael associate, looking back at her experiences during that pivotal time in Alabama.

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Former ‘Bachelor’ and ‘Bachelorette’ Leads: Where Are They Now?

While some roses stand the test of time, others wilt before the Neil Lane engagement ring can be resized.
 
The Bachelor premiered on ABC in March 2002 with Alex Michel dubbed the world’s most eligible Bachelor. More than 20 women competed for his heart and one of the most successful reality TV franchises was born. The following year, The Bachelorette debuted.

Since the show’s initial premiere in 2002, 38 men and women have been named the Bachelor or Bachelorette. Brad Womack remains the only star to lead the series more than once, but in 2020, the reality series shocked viewers with an epic twist as Tayshia Adams was called in to replace Clare Crawley during season 16 of The Bachelorette.

Us Weekly confirmed at the time that producers were left “scrambling” after the hairstylist quickly fell head over heels for contestant Dale Moss. Less than two weeks into filming, the duo left as an engaged couple, leaving Tayshia to carry on with the remaining suitors. (The former phlebotomist accepted Zac Clark‘s proposal at the end of the season, but the pair called it quits in November 2021.)

Following her whirlwind engagement to the South Dakota native, Clare defended the speed of their relationship. “My question would be to the people that are saying that — to the people that question it — what exactly is the formula for falling in love?” she told Us exclusively in October 2020. “Is there one way to do it? Is there one example of this is how it’s done?”

She continued at the time: “How people fall in love and the amount of time that it happens or what the process is [changes]. It’s not for anybody to really decide if there is a cookie cutter for that.”

Though the pair seemed to be all in, they split in January 2021. After briefly reuniting, the reality stars broke up for good later that year.

“They have different visions and wedding planning wasn’t happening which made Clare really upset. … They will still support each other and have love for each other no matter what,” a source exclusively revealed in September 2021.

While the Bachelor Winter Games alum’s season was packed with drama, season 17 star Katie Thurston upped the ante. Blake Moynes returned to the series after previously vying for Clare and Tayshia’s hearts, crashing Katie’s journey halfway through the season. He eventually won her affection, getting down on one knee during the August 2021 finale.

“I think everyone can agree that this is exactly who I was supposed to be with,” the Washington native noted during the After the Final Rose recap. “He fought to be here for me and chose to stay even when I’m telling him to his face that I considered leaving. That he was confident enough to hold both of us till the end, I’m just so lucky. I love him so much.”

Two months after their engagement aired, the pair announced their split, shortly after Katie exclusively told Us that she and the Canadian were “winging it” while dating long-distance. By November 2021, the Bachelor alum confirmed fans’ suspicions that she moved on with John Hersey, who she sent home during the second episode of her season.

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This week on The Treatment, Elvis welcomes Seth Meyers, host of NBC’s “Late Night with Seth Meyers.” Meyers talks about how the show has changed for the better since the pandemic began. Next, “We Own This City” writer and producer David Simon explains how we’re continuing to lose the drug war. And finally, on The Treat, menswear designer Emily Bode talks about the vintage clothing items that inspire her.

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Johnny Depp Responds to Amber Heard NBC Interview – The Hollywood Reporter

Amber Heard said during a Dateline interview that notes taken by her doctor, who she was reporting abuse to, would have led jurors to side with her in her defamation case against Johnny Depp if they were allowed into the trial.

“There’s a binder [of] years of notes dating back to 2011 from the very beginning of my relationship that were taken by my doctor,” Heard said.

In Heard’s full interview with with NBC News’ Savannah Guthrie on the trial, which aired on the newsmagazine on Friday, the actress said that the notes would have corroborated claims that Depp abused her, including an incident in 2013 in which she told her therapist that Depp threw her against a wall and threatened to kill her.

“I’m talking about what happened to me in real time,” Heard said. “She’s taking contemporaneous notes of what’s happening.”

The notes were reviewed by NBC. Guthrie said, “As far back as 2012, Amber was talking about physical abuse. In January of that year, she told her therapist Depp hit her, threw her on the floor. Eight months after that, ripped her nightgown, threw her on bed.”

Judge Penney Azcarate had ruled the notes as “hearsay” and refused to allow the evidence into the trial, unlike proceedings in the United Kingdom, where Depp lost his defamation case against The Sun for calling him a “wife beater.” In that trial, the judge ruled that The Sun proved that 12 of the 14 incidents of abuse were substantially true.

Heard also took issue with texts that weren’t allowed into the trial. In one to her father, she wrote that Depp “kicked me in front of everyone.” She was referring to a fight heavily litigated in the trial in which she claimed that Depp was intoxicated and verbally and physically abused her.

A spokesperson for Depp told NBC News: “It’s unfortunate that while Johnny is looking to move forward with his life, the defendant and her team are back to repeating, reimagining and re-litigating matters that have already been decided by the Court and a verdict that was unanimously and unequivocally decided by a jury in Johnny’s favor.”

In a statement obtained by The Hollywood Reporter, a spokesperson for Heard said in response, “If Mr. Depp or his team have a problem with this, we recommend that Johnny himself sit down with Savannah Guthrie for an hour and answer all her questions.”

In the portions that previously aired on Today, Heard spoke of the emotional toll of the verdict, which saw a Virginia jury ruling in Depp’s favor and awarding him $10.35 million in his suit against Heard. And while she vehemently stood by her testimony, she also said she didn’t “blame” the jury for not believing her claims of abuse, given the fandom surrounding the trial. “Even if you think that I’m lying, you still couldn’t look me in the eye and tell me that you think on social media there’s been a fair representation,” she said, in part.

While clips aired on Today, the full sit-down aired in a special Dateline episode Friday. The first 20 minutes of the interview released early Friday on Peacock, the network’s streaming site, and the portion includes new evidence that Heard’s lawyers shared with NBC News.

On June 1, the Virginia jury ruled in Depp’s favor on all three claims that he was defamed when Heard wrote an op-ed in The Washington Post in which she called herself a domestic abuse survivor. He was also mostly vindicated of allegations that he defamed Heard by calling her accusations a hoax. Heard won one of her three claims that a statement from Depp’s lawyer was defamatory.

Heard’s NBC News interview follows morning talk-show appearances from both Heard’s and Depp’s lawyers following the verdict.

Heard plans to appeal and move on, as she discussed in the portions of her interview that aired this week on Today. “I will continue to walk through this with my chin up,” she told Guthrie.

Toward the end of the interview, Heard was asked how she sees her future and whether she still wants to act.

“I get to be a mom,” Heard replied. “I get to be a mom full-time.”

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Michelle Young & Nayte Olukoya Announce Shocking Breakup

The Bachelorette season 18 couple Michelle Young and Nayte Olukoya have announced their breakup after getting engaged last year on the show.

The Bachelorette season 18 couple Michelle Young and Nayte Olukoya have announced their breakup. Michelle, a 28-year-old elementary school teacher from Minnesota and Nayte, a 27-year-old sales executive originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, fell in love on the show in 2021 and had been building a life together ever since. Although they initially appeared to be very different, Michelle was drawn to Nayte from the first night of the show when she gave him her first impression rose. Throughout the season, Nayte had some trouble expressing his feelings because he had never been in love. However, at the end, Nayte told Michelle that he loved her and proposed.

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Throughout the last few months, some fans have speculated that Michelle and Nayte broke up, but Michelle attributed the vibes that people were picking up to the fact that she was upset about leaving her teaching career at the end of the school year. They both repeatedly denied that they had broken off their engagement. Michelle even reminded her fans that she and Nayte are humans and not a “zoo exhibit.” Unfortunately, their social media followers were right about their breakup.

In an Instagram story, Michelle wrote a message about the breakup, addressing those who have supported her and Nayte, including Bachelor Nation, saying, “I know I speak for the both of us when saying having a relationship in the public eye has not been easy.” She went on to say that she was struggling to say that she and Nayte will be going their “separate ways,” but “I stand with him in knowing the heaviness that is present in both of our hearts as this relationship has been very real for us.” Michelle wrote directly to Nayte saying, “you quickly became my best friend and the love I have for you is incredibly strong. I will never stop wanting to see you succeed.” She added that she will always “acknowledge and appreciate the adventures, support, and growth both Nayte and this experience have brought me.” She concluded by saying that she is “deeply hurting and will need time and space to work through this heartbreak.”

In his own Instagram story, Nayte also addressed the breakup, writing that when he and Michelle started this journey, they were both looking for their soulmates, their forever, and their best friends. However, Nayte acknowledged that “as we grow and learn, we also realize that sometimes somebody that you hold dear to your heart isn’t somebody that you’re meant to spend the rest of your life with.” Nayte wrote, “Hearts are heavy, emotions are high, and we are dealing with this the best way we can.” He explained that he and Michelle are naturally private people and would like to keep the breakup private. However, he said that what he does want to share with everyone is “that this was real. We genuinely fell in love, and we genuinely became each other’s best friends. Michelle and I will always cheer each other on, but moving forward, we will be cheering from a distance.” Nayte thanked the public who supported them and asked everyone to remember that the emotions and heartbreak are real and that he and Michelle are real people. Nayte concluded his post by saying, “We’re human beings going through a breakup, and we all know breakups are difficult. So we’re asking that you allow us our privacy so that we can mend our hearts in the privacy of our own lives. Thank you.”

Michelle and Nayte were a fan-favorite Bachelorette couple. The news of their split is heart-wrenching because they really seemed like they had found their forever in each other. Hopefully, the public will respect their wishes of allowing them to go through this breakup in private. Michelle and Nayte deserve time to heal and to find true happiness and love.

Next: Bachelorette: How Gabby & Rachel Can Support Each Other As Leads

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2022 Tribeca Festival Award Winners in Competition Categories – The Hollywood Reporter

The 2022 Tribeca Festival presented awards in its competition categories on Thursday, with Good Girl Jane and The Cave of Adullam among this year’s top winners.

Good Girl Jane won the Founders’ Award for best U.S. narrative feature, with a $20,000 prize, with star Rain Spencer winning best performance in the U.S. narrative competition. The film, written and directed by Sarah Elizabeth Mintz, also stars Andie MacDowell, Patrick Gibson, Odessa A’Zion, Olan Prenatt and Eloisa Huggins.

The movie follows Spencer’s lonely high schooler Jane, bullied out of private school and at odds with her divorced parents, as she spirals out of control after falling for a charismatic drug dealer. Other awards in the U.S. Narrative Competition went to Allswell (best screenplay) and Next Exit (best cinematography), with the screenplay winner receiving $2,500. The U.S. narrative jury also gave a special mention for best performance to Liz Carbel Sierra in God’s Time.

In the documentary competition, the top prize of best documentary feature went to The Cave of Adullam, which also won best editing, winning $20,000 and $2,500, respectively, for those awards.

Michelle Garza Cervera won two awards for Huesera, best new narrative director, a $10,000 prize, and the Nora Ephron Award, a $20,000 prize.

The HBO documentary Katrina Babies, about the short- and long-term devastation of Hurricane Katrina as told by young people who were between the ages of 3 and 19 when the levees broke, also won two awards: Helmer Edward Buckles Jr. won the Albert Maysles Award for best new documentary director in the documentary competition, a $5,000 prize. And the film won the Human/Nature Prize, a $5,000 prize.

Best cinematography went to The Wild One, while Pink Moon earned a special jury mention for best new narrative director.

In the international narrative competition category, January won best feature, a $20,000 prize. The Visitor won best screenplay, a $2,500 prize. We Might As Well Be Dead won best cinematography and Dorota Pomykala won best performance for Woman on a Roof.

Awards were also presented in the short film, audio storytelling, immersive, games and Tribeca X categories.

The ceremony, taking place at Thalassa eatery in Tribeca awarded a total of $165,000 in cash prizes.

“Today’s honorees are a testament to the vitality of cinematic storytelling, representing the most exciting achievements across countries, genres, and platforms,” said festival director and vp, programming, Cara Cusumano. “We are proud to recognize such a diverse and innovative group of works and creators with today’s well-deserved award winners.”

The 2022 Tribeca Festival runs through Sunday, June 19.

More information about the winners and special jury mentions for each competition is listed below.

U.S. NARRATIVE COMPETITION
The Founders’ Award for Best U.S. Narrative Feature: Good Girl Jane, (United States) – World Premiere, presented by OKX. Bullied out of private school and at odds with her divorced parents, lonely high schooler Jane spirals out of control after falling in with a hard-partying crowd and becoming smitten with a dangerously charismatic bad boy. Directed and written by Sarah Elizabeth Mintz. Produced by Fred Bernstein, Dominique Telson, Lauren Pratt, Sarah Elizabeth Mintz, Simone Williams. With Rain Spencer, Patrick Gibson, Andie MacDowell, Odessa A’Zion, Olan Prenatt, Eloisa Huggins. The winner receives $20,000.

Best Screenplay: Allswell, (United States) – World Premiere. Three Nuyorican sisters navigate the daunting life challenges of single motherhood, career, and family, all while finding humor and solace within the bonds of sisterhood in this absorbing dramedy. Directed and written by Ben Snyder, and written by Elizabeth Rodriguez. Produced by Gia Walsh, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Vince Jolivette, Ben Snyder, Ari Issler, Paul Jarrett, Kara Baker. With Elizabeth Rodriguez, Liza Colon-Zayas, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Felix Solis, Max Cassella, Michael Rispoli, Shirley Rodriguez, MacKenzie Lansing, and J. Cameron Barnett. The winner received $2,500.

Best Cinematography: Next Exit, (United States) – World Premiere. In a world where ghosts are real and front-page news, a controversial new medical procedure allows people to peacefully kill themselves. In the midst of this breakthrough, two strangers travel cross country together to end their lives, only to unexpectedly find what they’ve been missing along the way. Directed and written by Mali Elfman. Produced by Derek Bishé, Narineh Hacopian. With Katie Parker, Rahul Kohli, Rose McIver, Karen Gillan, Tongayi Chirisa, Diva Zappa.

Best Performance: Rain Spencer in Good Girl Jane, (United States) – World Premiere. Bullied out of private school and at odds with her divorced parents, lonely high schooler Jane spirals out of control after falling in with a hard-partying crowd and becoming smitten with a dangerously charismatic bad boy. Directed and written by Sarah Elizabeth Mintz. Produced by Fred Bernstein, Dominique Telson, Lauren Pratt, Sarah Elizabeth Mintz, Simone Williams. With Rain Spencer, Patrick Gibson, Andie MacDowell, Odessa A’Zion, Olan Prenatt, Eloisa Huggins.

Special Jury Mention for Best Performance: Liz Carbel Sierra in God’s Time, (United States) – World Premiere. A heart-racing, NYC-set dark comedy that sees two best bros in recovery for addiction trying to prevent the potential murder of their mutual crush’s ex-boyfriend. Directed and written by Daniel Antebi. Produced by Emily Korteweg, Andrew Hutcheson, Reid Hannaford. With Ben Groh, Dion Costelloe, Liz Caribel Sierra, Jared Abrahamson, Christiane Seidel.

INTERNATIONAL NARRATIVE COMPETITION
Best International Narrative Feature: January (Janvaris), (Latvia, Lithuania, Poland) – World Premiere. An aspiring filmmaker tries to search for who he is against the backdrop of Latvian independence in this dark but dreamy coming-of-age story. Directed by Viesturs Kairiss. Written by Viesturs Kairiss, Andris Feldmanis, Livia Ulman. Produced by Inese Boka-Grūbe, Gints Grūbe. With Kārlis Arnolds Avots, Alise Danovska, Sandis Runge, Baiba Broka, Aleksas Kazanavičius, Juhan Ulfsak. In Latvian, Lithuanian, Russian, with English subtitles. The winner received $20,000.

Best Screenplay: The Visitor, (Bolivia, Uruguay) – World Premiere. In the atmospheric and visually-compelling drama The Visitor, an ex-convict returns home in search of a new life and a chance to reconnect with his estranged young daughter, only to be met with resistance from his father-in-law – an influential pastor in the Evangelical community in town. Directed by Martín Boulocq. Written by Martín Boulocq, Rodrigo Hasbún. Produced by Andrea Camponovo, Alvaro Olmos. With Enrique Aráoz, César Troncoso, Mirella Pascual, Svet Ailyn Mena, Romel Vargas, Teresa Gutiérrez. In Spanish with English subtitles. The winner received $2,500.

Best Cinematography: We Might As Well Be Dead (Wir könnten genauso gut tot sein), (Germany, Romania) – International Premiere. The disappearance of a dog and the sudden isolation of a security guard’s daughter start a bizarre chain of events in an apartment complex obsessed with keeping up appearances. Directed by Natalia Sinelnikova. Written by Natalia Sinelnikova, Viktor Gallandi. Produced by Julia Wagner. With Ioana Iacob, Pola Geiger, Jörg Schüttauf, Şiir Eloğlu, Moritz Jahn, Susanne Wuest, Knut Berger, Mina Özlem Sağdıç. In German, Polish with English subtitles.

Best Performance: Dorota Pomykala for Woman on a Roof, (Poland, France, Sweden) – World Premiere. One morning a 60-year-old midwife does something extremely unexpected, which breaks her family and life apart. Inspired by a true story, this is a complex character portrayal told with outstanding cinematic realism. Directed and written by Anna Jadowska. Produced by Maria Blicharska. With Dorota Pomykala, Bogdan Koca, Adam Bobik. In Polish with English subtitles.

DOCUMENTARY COMPETITION
Best Documentary Feature: The Cave of Adullam, (United States) – World Premiere. Living by the mantra ‘it’s easier to raise boys than to repair broken men’, martial arts sensei Jason Wilson tenderly guides his often-troubled young Detroit students with a beautifully effective blend of compassion and tough love. Directed by Laura Checkoway. Produced by Laurence Fishburne, Helen Sugland, Roy Bank, Joe Plummer, Laura Checkoway, Jenifer Westphal. With Jason Wilson, Kevin L. Collins Jr., Gabriel Davenport, Daniel White, Tamarkus Williams. The winner receives $20,000.

Best Cinematography: The Wild One, (France) – World Premiere. Jack Garfein — Holocaust survivor, theater and film director, key figure in the formation of the Actors Studio — vividly, animatedly, passionately recalls a life where historical tragedy and personal art formed a unique, driving, uncompromising vision. Directed, written, and produced by Tessa Louise-Salomé. With Jack Garfein, Willem Dafoe, Peter Bogdanovich, Irène Jacob, Boby Sotto, Dick Guttman, Blanche Baker, Patricia Bosworth, Foster Hirsch, Geoffrey Horne, Kate Rennebohm. The winner receives $2,500.

Best Editing: The Cave of Adullam, (United States) – World Premiere. Living by the mantra ‘it’s easier to raise boys than to repair broken men’, martial arts sensei Jason Wilson tenderly guides his often-troubled young Detroit students with a beautifully effective blend of compassion and tough love. Directed by Laura Checkoway. Produced by Laurence Fishburne, Helen Sugland, Roy Bank, Joe Plummer, Laura Checkoway. With Jason Wilson, Kevin L. Collins Jr., Gabriel Davenport, Daniel White, Tamarkus Williams. The winner receives $2,500.

The Albert Maysles Award for Best New Documentary Director: Edward Buckles Jr. for Katrina Babies, (United States) – World Premiere. Katrina Babies is a first-person account of the short-term and long-term devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina, as told by young people who were between the ages of 3 and 19 when the levees broke. Directed by Edward Buckles Jr.. Written by Edward Buckles Jr., Luther Clement Lam, Audrey Rosenberg. Produced by Edward Buckles Jr., Audrey Rosenberg, Rebecca Teitel. With Miesha Williams, Cierra Chenier, Arnold Burks, Damaris Calliet, Calvin Baxter, Quintina Thomas Green. An HBO Documentary Films release. The winner receives $10,000.

Best New Narrative Director: Michelle Garza Cervera for Huesera, (Mexico) – Feature Narrative, World Premiere. Valeria has long dreamed about becoming a mother. After learning that she’s pregnant, she expects to feel happy, yet something’s off. Nightmarish visions and an unshakeable paranoia have her questioning what she wants, and an ancient evil spirit may be the cause. Directed by Michelle Garza Cervera. Written by Michelle Garza Cervera, Abia Castillo. Produced by Paulina Villavicencio, Edher Campos. With Natalia Solián, Alfonso Dosal, Mayra Batalla, Mercedes Hernández, Aída López, Martha Claudia Moreno. In Spanish with English subtitles. An XYZ release. The winner receives $10,000.

Special Jury Mention for Best New Narrative Director: Pink Moon, (Italy, Netherlands, Slovenia) – World Premiere. An adult daughter kidnaps her father, whisking him away to a cabin in the snow, hoping to alter his unexpected announcement that he has had enough of life and will end it by his next birthday. Directed by Floor van der Meulen. Written by Bastiaan Kroeger. Produced by Derk-Jan Warrink and Koji Nelissen. With Julia Akkermans, Johan Leysen, Eelco Smits, Anniek Pheifer, Sinem Kavus.

The Nora Ephron Award: Michelle Garza Cervera for Huesera, (Mexico) – Feature Narrative, World Premiere. Valeria has long dreamed about becoming a mother. After learning that she’s pregnant, she expects to feel happy, yet something’s off. Nightmarish visions and an unshakeable paranoia have her questioning what she wants, and an ancient evil spirit may be the cause. Directed by Michelle Garza Cervera. Written by Michelle Garza Cervera, Abia Castillo. Produced by Paulina Villavicencio, Edher Campos. With Natalia Solián, Alfonso Dosal, Mayra Batalla, Mercedes Hernández, Aída López, Martha Claudia Moreno. In Spanish with English subtitles. An XYZ release. The winner receives $20,000.

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Best Narrative Short: Night Ride (Nattrikken), (Norway) – New York Premiere, Short Narrative. It is a cold night in December. As Ebba waits for the tram, an unexpected turn of events transforms the ride home into something she was not expecting. Directed and written by Eirik Tveiten. Produced by Gaute Lid Larssen, Heidi Arnesen. With Sigrid Husjord, Ola Hoemsnes Sandum, Axel Barø Aasen. In Norwegian with English subtitles. The winner receives $5,000.

Best Documentary Short: Heart Valley, (UK, Wales) – World Premiere, Short Documentary. Heart Valley follows a day in the life of solitary Welsh shepherd Wilf Davies. Directed by Christian Cargill. Written by Kiran Sidhu. Produced by Christian Cargill, Lily Wakeley, Kiran Sidhu. With Evan Wilf Davies.

Special Jury Mention for Best Documentary Short: Stranger at the Gate, (United States) – New York Premiere, Short Documentary. A U.S. Marine plots a terrorist attack on a small-town American mosque. His plan takes an unexpected turn when he comes face-to-face with the people he sets out to kill. Directed by Joshua Seftel. Produced by Mohannad Malas, Suzanne Hillinger, Conall Jones, Jeremy Mack, Anna Rowe, Eric Nichols. With Bibi Bahrami, Dr. Saber Bahrami, Dana McKinney, Emily McKinney, Richard “Mac” McKinney, Jomo Williams.

Best Animated Short: More Than I Remember, (United States) – New York Premiere, Short Animation. Fourteen-year-old Mugeni awakes to the sounds of bombs. As her family scatters to the surrounding forests to save themselves, Mugeni finds herself completely alone. Directed by Amy Bench. Written by Mugeni Ornella, Amy Bench, Carolyn Merriman. Produced by Amy Bench, Carolyn Merriman. With Mugeni Ornella. The winner receives $5,000.

Student Visionary: Daydreamers, (Belgium) – North American Premiere, Short Narrative. A father and his daughter are very passionate about motorcycles. An eye condition jeopardizes their shared hobby. Directed by Ante Pask. Written by Ante Pask, Emiel van Wouwe. Produced by Ella Bal, Ante Pask.With Jurgen Delnaet, Flo Martens, Robby Cleiren. In Dutch with English subtitles. The winner receives $5,000.

AUDIO STORYTELLING
Best Audio Storytelling in Nonfiction: Mother Country Radicals.
In 1970, Bernardine Dohrn declared war on the United States. Now, her son Zayd tells the story of how she was radicalized, and became the most wanted woman in America. Created by Zayd Ayers Dohrn, executive produced by Zayd Ayers Dohrn, Jon Favreau, Sarah Geismer, Lyra Smith, Alison Falzetta, Misha Euceph, with sound design by Arwen Nicks, Stephanie Cohn, Ariana Gharib Lee, and Misha Euceph, and music by Andy Clausen.

Special Jury Mention Best Audio Storytelling in Nonfiction: I Was Never There.  Take a trip into the countercultural movements swirling through West Virginia in the 1970s and 80s. Jamie Zelermyer and her mother Karen investigate the shocking disappearance of their friend Marsha “Mudd” Ferber and explore her evolution from suburban housewife to back-to-the-land hippie to drug-dealing bar owner. As mother and daughter venture deeper into the mystery of Marsha’s disappearance, the two process their own history: Jamie reflects on her nontraditional upbringing and Karen reckons with the joyful and complicated consequences of her decisions. Created by Jamie and Karen Zelermeyer, produced by Adesuwa Agbonile, Lindsey Kratochwill, Liz Smith, Alessandra Wollner, edited by Jenny Kaplan and Liz Smith. Executive produced by Jamie Zelermyer, Jenny Kaplan (Wonder Media Network), and Karen Zelermyer, with sound design by Liz Smith.

Best Audio Storytelling in Fiction: The Hollowed Out.
When a journalist returns to her hometown to investigate a suspicious accident involving a friend, she finds fractured relationships and mysterious rumors about what’s really going on in her town. Created, written, edited, and produced by Brit and Nick Kewin. Starring Stephanie Costa, Carolyn Taylor, Moynan King, Madison Cheeatow, Shomari Downer, Rodrigo Fernandez-Stoll, with sound design by Justin Helle.

IMMERSIVE
Storyscapes Award: Kubo Walks The City, (France, South Korea) – North American Premiere. Seoul, 1934. Korea is under Japanese occupation. Like “ethno-detectives,” viewers follow in the footsteps of Kubo, a Korean writer, in his urban flânerie. Through caricatures that mock the shortcomings of a Korean society emerging from the poverty and archaisms of the past, explore a city recklessly discovering the modernity and prosperity that come with occupation. Directed by Hayoun Kwon and produced by Innerspace VR. The winner receives $10,000.

Special Jury Mention for Storyscapes Award: EVOLVER, (United Kingdom, France, United States) – World Premiere. EVOLVER from Marshmallow Laser Feast is a collective virtual reality experience which drops audiences deep inside the landscape of the body, following the flow of oxygen through our branching ecosystem, to a single ‘breathing’ cell. Through this transcendental narrative, it becomes clear that breath not only sparks life, but also connects us to the natural world through the cycle of respiration.
Project Creators: Marshmallow Laser Feast, Jonny Greenwood, Meredith Monk, Jóhann Jóhannsson, Howard Skempton. Producers: Nicole Shanahan (Bia-Echo), Edward R. Pressman, and & Sam Pressman (Pressman Film), Terrence Malick (TF Malick Productions), Antoine Cayrol (Atlas V), and Mike Jones (Marshmallow Laser Feast).

New Voices Award: LGBTQ + VR Museum, (United Kingdom, Denmark) – North American Premiere. LGBTQ + VR Museum is the world’s first virtual reality museum dedicated to celebrating the stories and artwork of LGBTQ people by preserving queer personal histories. The museum contains 3D scans of touching personal artifacts, from wedding shoes to a teddy bear, chosen by people in the LGBTQ community and accompanied by their stories told in their own words. The in-person version presented at Tribeca is a never-before-seen multiplayer biometric experience controlled by users’ emotions in real-time. Project Creators: Antonia Forster and Thomas Terkildsen. Producer: Albert Millis.

GAMES
Tribeca Games Award: Thirsty Suitors, (United States) – World Premiere. Jala is a young woman returning home for her sister’s wedding and confronting her past. With wildly varied gameplay, Jala will fight skate punks, random suitors, and ultimately, her exes, in the ultimate battle to heal old hurts and ignite new truths, bringing Jala closer to understanding what she wants from her future. Can she learn to love herself and heal the wounds of her past? Created by Outerloop Games. Published by Annapurna Interactive

Special Jury Mention for Tribeca Games Award: Oxenfree II: Lost Signals (United States) – World Premiere. OXENFREE II: Lost Signals is the mind-bending follow-up to the critically-acclaimed narrative adventure game OXENFREE from Night School Studio. In the small coastal town of Camena, unnaturally occurring electromagnetic waves are causing interference with electrical and radio equipment. Reluctantly, Riley Poverly returns to her hometown to investigate the mystery. What she finds is more than she bargained for. Created by Night School Studios. Published by Netflix.

HUMAN/NATURE PRIZE
HUMAN/NATURE Prize: Katrina Babies, (United States) – World Premiere, presented by Bulleit. Katrina Babies is a first-person account of the short-term and long-term devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina, as told by young people who were between the ages of 3 and 19 when the levees broke. Directed by Edward Buckles Jr.. Written by Edward Buckles Jr., Luther Clement Lam, Audrey Rosenberg. Produced by Edward Buckles Jr., Audrey Rosenberg, Rebecca Teitel. With Miesha Williams, Cierra Chenier, Arnold Burks, Damaris Calliet, Calvin Baxter, Quintina Thomas Green. An HBO Documentary Films release. The winner receives $5,000.

TRIBECA X
Best Feature: The Beauty of Blackness. Brand: Sephora. Agency: Epic Digital, VOX Creative, Digitas, Ventureland. Directors: Kianna Moore and Tiffany Johnson. In 1973, Eunice Johnson, the founder of Ebony and Jet, noticed a problem: Black women had to mix their own foundation in order to find a color that matched their skin. To tackle the problem, Johnson launched Fashion Fair, the first national cosmetics company that focused entirely on Black women. The brand triggered a renaissance in style among Black women and the global cosmetics industry took notice. Now, Fashion Fair is staging its comeback as a Black-owned business in a new era defined by massive cultural shifts and increased competition. The Beauty of Blackness follows current Fashion Fair CEO Desiree Rogers and President Cheryl Mayberry McKissack as they face the massive undertaking that goes into reviving an iconic beauty brand amidst a new cultural context and gives a front-row look to how the industry has changed, and how much progress we still have to make.

Best Short: The Comeback. Brand: Apple. Agency: TBWA\Media Arts Lab Shanghai. Director: Zhang Meng. The story follows a disheartened young stunt double-slash-wannabe director, his father, and a rag-tag crew of villagers as they set out to shoot an out-of-this-world movie in hopes of reviving their fading village and making it “internet famous”. This 23-minute heartwarming story is set to encourage everyone to never stop believing in their dreams, even if that dream is as far aways as Mars. Will they succeed in the end? A multi-genre movie mixes up Hollywood sci-fi, traditional Kung Fu action and nostalgic feel-good comedy, entirely shot on iPhone.

Best Episodic: Stories About Helpful People. Brand: Zendesk. Creative Studio: Even/Odd. Directors: Sindha Agha, Erin Brethauer, and Tim Hussin. As a customer support company, everything Zendesk does — from how they build their customer experience software to the way they work with customers, is all about being helpful. It’s the spirit they believe in. “Stories About Helpful People” is a series of mini-documentaries and photo stories. It’s a series intended to inspire the Zendesk community to rally around the spirit of helpfulness. In GOLDEN AGE KARATE, a high school student helps a group of senior citizens get through a vulnerable time, by teaching them karate. In ERIC AND THE BEES, a U.S. military veteran discovers that beekeeping helps him cope with PTSD — and teaches other vets the healing powers of the hive.

Best Immersive: Emerging Radiance: Honoring the Nikkei Farmers of Bellevue. Brand: Meta. Creators: Tani Ikeda and Michelle Kumata. Emerging Radiance, directed by Tani Ikeda and illustrated by Michelle Kumata, celebrates the untold stories of Japanese American strawberry farmers who lived in Bellevue from 1920 to 1942. With a hand-painted mural and Spark AR Instagram filters, visitors have the opportunity to meet Toshio Ito, Rae Matsuoka Takekawa, and Mitsuko Hashiguchi, three survivors of the World War II incarceration camps, as they share in their own words their connections to the land before World War II, during incarceration, and post-World War II. Produced by Meta Open Arts.

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Hollywood Walk of Fame Class of 2023 (Full List) – Billboard

Music stars are well represented on the list of entertainment figures who will receive stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2023. Half of the 24 honorees who were announced on Friday (June 17) come from the world of music.

Eight honorees were named in the category of recording — Marc Anthony, Irving Azoff, Jonas Brothers, Sheila E., Lenny Kravitz, Jenni Rivera, Blake Shelton and Charlie Wilson. In addition, Ludacris, though named in the category of motion pictures, is probably even better known for music. And all three honorees named in the category of live theatre/live performance are music notables — Lang Lang, Melba Moore and Pentatonix.

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Four of this year’s honorees have had multiple No. 1 albums on the Billboard 200 – Ludacris (four No. 1 albums), Jonas Brothers (three), and Pentatonix and Shelton (two each).

Jonas Brothers and Pentatonix are the only groups or duos to be honored this year. All the other honorees are individuals.

Three of the awards are posthumous. Rivera, a top star of Regional Mexican music, died in a plane crash in 2012. Paul Walker, a core cast member of The Fast and the Furious franchise, died in a car crash in 2013. Juanita Moore, who received an Oscar nomination for her performance in 1959’s Imitation of Life, died at age 99 in 2014. Walker’s death inspired the Wiz Khalifa featuring Charlie Puth smash “See You Again,” which topped the Billboard Hot 100 for 12 weeks in 2015.

At least three of this year’s Walk of Fame honorees have received career-capping awards elsewhere. Azoff was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2020 in the non-performer category. Garrett Morris was inducted into the Television Academy Hall of Fame in 2017 along with the other original cast members of NBC’s Saturday Night Live. And Wilson received a lifetime achievement award at the BET Awards in 2013.

The honorees are chosen by the Walk of Fame selection panel of the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Ellen K, chair of the selection panel and a top radio personality, announced the new honorees on www.walkoffame.com.

This year’s total of 24 honorees is down sharply from last year’s tally of 38. No stars were awarded this year in the categories of radio or sports entertainment. The latter category was added last year.

The Hollywood Walk of Fame originated in 1958. While some think it’s corny and consider it less serious than other top awards, it’s a tangible sign of success in the entertainment field, one that is recognized around the world. The star will be there on Hollywood Boulevard or Vine Street permanently for the honoree’s family, friends and fans to visit at will. Even superstars and jaded industry professionals often find that hard to say no to.

Dates have not yet been scheduled for these star ceremonies. Recipients have two years to schedule star ceremonies from the date of selection before the offers expire. Upcoming star ceremonies are usually announced 10 days prior to dedication on the official website.

Here’s a complete list of the Class of 2023 selections to the Hollywood Walk of Fame:

In the category of recording: Marc Anthony, Irving Azoff, Jonas Brothers, Sheila E, Lenny Kravitz, Jenni Rivera (posthumous), Blake Shelton, Charlie Wilson

In the category of motion pictures: Juanita Moore (posthumous), Bill Pullman, Uma Thurman, Vince Vaughn, John Waters, Ludacris, Paul Walker (posthumous)

In the category of television: Jon Favreau, Mindy Kaling, Martin Lawrence, Ralph Macchio, Garrett Morris, Ellen Pompeo

In the category of live theatre/live performance: Lang Lang, Melba Moore, Pentatonix

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