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Taika Waititi’s soccer pic ‘Next Goal Wins’ set for Toronto Film Festival premiere
Read full article: Taika Waititi’s soccer pic ‘Next Goal Wins’ set for Toronto Film Festival premiereTaika Waititi’s soccer comedy “Next Goal Wins” will have its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival this fall, organizers said Wednesday.
New this week: 'The Handmaid’s Tale' and 'Goodnight Mommy'
Read full article: New this week: 'The Handmaid’s Tale' and 'Goodnight Mommy'This week’s new entertainment releases include albums from Little Big Town and Marcus Mumford, “The Handmaid’s Tale” returns with high stakes for the future of Gilead, and twin brothers go to their mother’s house for a stay but find something is off about her in the film “Goodnight Mommy.”.
As 'Handmaid's Tale' returns, creator sees no end in sight
Read full article: As 'Handmaid's Tale' returns, creator sees no end in sightFILE - In this Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019, file photo, Elisabeth Moss attends the "The Handmaid's Tale" season three finale red carpet at the Regency Village Theatre, in Los Angeles. The drama series fourth season begins April 28, 2021, and will include 10 episodes. (Photo by Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP, File)LOS ANGELES – As “The Handmaid’s Tale” returns in April for season four, its creator is reluctant to predict when the dystopian drama will be ready for its final act. “Every time I come upon a season, I don’t have any idea what we’re going to do,” said Bruce Miller. “The Handmaid's Tale” is already renewed for another season, but the 10-episode arc that begins April 28 doesn’t hold back on playing out story lines, Miller said.
Joe Allen, whose bistro was a Broadway draw, dies at 87
Read full article: Joe Allen, whose bistro was a Broadway draw, dies at 87FILE - Joe Allen, proprietor of Joe Allen's restaurant poses behind the bar in New York on Nov. 10, 2005. Allen died Sunday, Feb. 7, 2021, in Hampton, New Hampshire, according to Jason Woodruff, a former staffer for the Allen family of restaurants who spoke to the family. Allen died Sunday in Hampton, New Hampshire, according to Jason Woodruff, a former staffer for the Allen family of restaurants who spoke to the family. Many of the servers at Joe Allen were actors earning paychecks when not onstage. At its height, Joe Allen had an outpost in Paris.
'Former staff' claim abuse by ex-Rep. Hill in Twitter hack
Read full article: 'Former staff' claim abuse by ex-Rep. Hill in Twitter hackLOS ANGELES – An old government Twitter account for former California U.S. Rep. Katie Hill was hacked Wednesday, purportedly by “former staff” who criticized a planned movie about her life and accused Hill of workplace abuse. In a statement on Twitter, Hill said she returned control of the account to the House Clerk when she resigned, including password changes and access restrictions. The anonymous tweets said Hill had not been held accountable and is “not a hero.”“Katie Hill took advantage of her subordinates,” one tweet said. Hill later said the explicit, private photos had been “weaponized” by her husband and political operatives. When Hill captured the seat in a 2018 upset, it was the last Republican-held House seat anchored in Los Angeles County.
New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the Emmys
Read full article: New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the EmmysThis cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)
New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the Emmys
Read full article: New this week: Alicia Keys, 'Filthy Rich' and the EmmysThis cover image released by RCA Records shows "Alicia" the latest release by Alicia Keys. The album, out Friday, features several guest stars, including Jill Scott, Miguel, Khalid, Snoh Aalegra, Sampha, Diamond Platnumz and Ed Sheeran, who co-wrote the single Underdog. (RCA Records via AP)Here’s a collection curated by The Associated Press’ entertainment journalists of what’s arriving on TV, streaming services and music platforms this week. It lands on HBO and HBO Max on Saturday at 8 p.m.— AP Film Writer Jake CoyleMUSIC— Piano-playing pop star Alicia Keys is putting out her seventh album on Friday. — Kim Cattrall is at the center of Fox’s “Filthy Rich,” a prime-time soap opera loaded with money and betrayal that debuts 9 p.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 21.
Margaret Atwood honored with Dayton Literary Peace Prize
Read full article: Margaret Atwood honored with Dayton Literary Peace PrizeThe Canadian writer and teacher has earned the Richard C. Holbrooke Distinguished Achievement Award, officials of the Dayton Literary Peace Prize officials announced Monday. The award is named for the late U.S. diplomat who brokered the 1995 Bosnian peace accords reached in the Ohio city. Some readers of “The Handmaid's Tale” saw in the leaders of authoritarian Gilead similarities to the rise of Republican Donald Trump to president in the election of 2016. Sharon Rab, the founder and chairwoman of the Dayton Literary Peace Prize Foundation, praised Atwood for popular success with writing that also educates people about pressing social justice and environmental issues. “The Testaments,” her 2019 sequel to “The Handmaid's Tale,” quickly joined her bestsellers.
Elisabeth Moss wants to star in Hallmark Christmas movie
Read full article: Elisabeth Moss wants to star in Hallmark Christmas movie(CNN) - If you can somehow erase Elisabeth Moss in "The Handmaid's Tale" from your mind, she wants us to imagine her in a much lighter role. A role, say, as a Hallmark Channel heroine who saves some small-town bookstore form shutting down just in time for Christmas. "[I downloaded the app] for Christmas last year, because I needed a way to watch Hallmark Christmas movies," she said. "I needed a way to access all my Christmas movies, because I love Hallmark Christmas movies and I watch as many of them as possible." "I actually would love to do a Hallmark Christmas movie!"
'The Handmaid's Tale': What Elisabeth Moss, Ann Dowd and Others Want to See in Season
Read full article: 'The Handmaid's Tale': What Elisabeth Moss, Ann Dowd and Others Want to See in SeasonResistance may have been the theme of season three, but the fight on The Handmaids Tale is far from over. Well figure it out.In the meantime, the cast and producers addressed where certain characters stood at the end of season three and revealed their hopes for season four. The three were last seen scooping up June as they trudge through the woods, now fugitives in Gilead. I think he should come back.I dont think I saw enough of him this year either, Miller adds, echoing Moss sentiment. RELATED CONTENT:'The Handmaid's Tale': Elisabeth Moss, Cast React to That Harrowing Season 3 Finale (Exclusive)'The Handmaid's Tale': Elisabeth Moss, Producers Break Down the Resistance in Season 3 (Exclusive)'The Handmaid's Tale' Designer Explains How Politics and Class Play into Gilead's D.C.
Tiffany Haddish Has the Best Response to Her 'Kitchen' Co-Stars Calling Her the Most '
Read full article: Tiffany Haddish Has the Best Response to Her 'Kitchen' Co-Stars Calling Her the Most 'Tiffany Haddish knows how to intimidate other actors on set! When asked who is the real gangster of the group, both McCarthy and Moss immediately pointed to Haddish. "Spoken like a true gangster," Moss hilariously added. Just don't," McCarthy also chimed in during the interview. RELATED CONTENT:Melissa McCarthy Hilariously Addresses Ursula Casting RumorsMelissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid''The Kitchen' Trailer: Melissa McCarthy, Tiffany Haddish and Elisabeth Moss Take Over the Mob