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What to stream: 'The Piano Lesson,' 'Wicked' album, 'Spellbound' and 'Cruel Intentions' TV series
Read full article: What to stream: 'The Piano Lesson,' 'Wicked' album, 'Spellbound' and 'Cruel Intentions' TV seriesThe animated movie “Spellbound” with a heroine voiced by Rachel Zegler and Denzel Washington’s son Malcolm directing August Wilson’s “The Piano Lesson” for Netflix are some of this week’s new streaming entertainment releases.
New this week: Shania, 'Princess Power' and Pamela Anderson
Read full article: New this week: Shania, 'Princess Power' and Pamela AndersonThis week’s new entertainment releases include a fresh album from Shania Twain, the megahit film “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” lands on Disney+ and a new PBS “Frontline” documentary delves into Russian President Vladimir Putin’s interaction with the last five U.S. presidents.
New this week: Plenty of Dolly Parton and 'Lucy and Desi'
Read full article: New this week: Plenty of Dolly Parton and 'Lucy and Desi'This week’s new entertainment releases include an album and companion book by Dolly Parton, the comedy-thriller “Fresh” starring Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Roger Allam playing a French crime-buster in “Murder in Provence.”.
‘The Good Boss’ starring Bardem big winner at Spain's Goyas
Read full article: ‘The Good Boss’ starring Bardem big winner at Spain's GoyasFernando León de Aranoa’s “The Good Boss” has beenthe big winner of Spain’s most prestigious film awards, winning six prizess including best picture and best actor for Javier Bardem.
'Power of the Dog' tops Oscar noms with 12; 'Dune' nabs 10
Read full article: 'Power of the Dog' tops Oscar noms with 12; 'Dune' nabs 10Jane Campion’s gothic western “The Power of the Dog” leads all nominees for this year's Oscars, where streaming services more than ever before swept over Hollywood’s top honors.
Will Smith, Lady Gaga, Ben Affleck score SAG nominations
Read full article: Will Smith, Lady Gaga, Ben Affleck score SAG nominationsWill Smith, Lady Gaga and Ben Affleck landed individual nominations for the 28th Screen Actors Guild Awards on Wednesday, while the casts of “Belfast” and “CODA” were among those nominated for the guild’s top award, best ensemble.
New this week: 'Don't Look Up,' new 'Matrix' and 'Sing 2'
Read full article: New this week: 'Don't Look Up,' new 'Matrix' and 'Sing 2'This week’s new entertainment releases include fresh music from U2 as part of the soundtrack for the animated “Sing 2,” a marathon of holiday films on TCM and the end-of-the-world comedy “Don’t Look Up.”.
Despite hybrid release, 'Dune' draws well on the big screen
Read full article: Despite hybrid release, 'Dune' draws well on the big screenDenis Villeneuve’s “Dune” debuted with $40.1 million in ticket sales in its opening weekend in North America, drawing enough moviegoers to see the thundering sci-fi epic on the big screen despite it also being available in homes.
New this week: 'Dune,' 'Invasion' and an Elton John album
Read full article: New this week: 'Dune,' 'Invasion' and an Elton John albumThis week’s new entertainment releases include an Elton John album of duets and an HBO documentary about the Jan. 6 siege of the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Donald Trump.
‘Dune’ is a dream for Villeneuve, Chalamet, sequel or no
Read full article: ‘Dune’ is a dream for Villeneuve, Chalamet, sequel or noDirector Denis Villeneuve was joined by his “Dune” stars Timothé Chalamet, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, Josh Brolin and others at the Venice International Film Festival, before the sci-fi epic's world premiere Friday night on the Lido.
‘In the Heights’ lifts hopes for a Latino film breakthrough
Read full article: ‘In the Heights’ lifts hopes for a Latino film breakthroughThe hype for “In the Heights” has brought great expectation to the Latino community in the United States, which has been historically underrepresented or stereotyped on the screen.
EXPLAINER: Why Spaniards are rioting over rapper's jailing
Read full article: EXPLAINER: Why Spaniards are rioting over rapper's jailingRap singer Pablo Hasl is detained by police officers at the University of Lleida, Spain, Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021. (AP Photo/Joan Mateu)MADRID – Riots broke out in many Spanish cities this week during freedom of speech protests over the jailing of a little-known rapper for insulting the Spanish monarchy and praising terrorism. Up to a few weeks ago, Hasél, 32, was not quite a household name in Spain. Besides his tweets and lyrics, he has also been charged for assault, obstructing justice and breaking and entry. The law has been used against other rappers and tweeters — even puppeteers.
Spain: Protests erupt after rapper's insults lead to prison
Read full article: Spain: Protests erupt after rapper's insults lead to prisonRap singer Pablo Hasl is detained by police officers at the University of Lleida, Spain, Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021. A 24-hour standoff between police and Spanish rapper Pablo Hasél ended Tuesday when anti-riot officers arrested the artist shortly after dawn and escorted him out of Lleida University’s rectorate building. He and more than 50 supporters locked themselves inside the university in Spain’s northeastern Catalonia region at midday on Monday. Hasél was sent to prison, where he's set to serve a 9-month sentence for insulting the monarchy and glorifying terrorism. The rapper had refused last week to voluntarily respond to a summons to show up for prison.
Spanish rapper rejects imprisonment, draws focus to gag law
Read full article: Spanish rapper rejects imprisonment, draws focus to gag lawRap singer Pablo Hasl sits inside the University of Lleida, Spain, Monday, Feb. 15, 2021. The case of Pablo Hasél, 32, has drawn increasing attention in Spain and has been linked to the government's sudden announcement to change a national law that is deemed to curtail freedom of expression. Over 200 artists, including film director Pedro Almodóvar and actor Javier Bardem, signed a petition last week in support of the rapper. On Monday, accompanied by some 50 supporters, Hasél barricaded himself inside the rectoral building of Lleida University, in the northeastern Catalonia region. The Spanish branch of Amnesty International has also defended Hasél and urged the government to introduce legal changes.
Awkwafina Dances Around Rumors She's Joining 'Little Mermaid': 'I Would Be More
Read full article: Awkwafina Dances Around Rumors She's Joining 'Little Mermaid': 'I Would Be MoreIs Awkwafina the latest to join The Little Mermaid? Rumored to be playing the role of Scuttle in Disney's anticipated live-action adaptation of the 1989 classic, Awkwafina played coy about her involvement in the upcoming Little Mermaid adaptation, which will star Halle Bailey as Ariel. Original Little Mermaid composer Alan Menken will return to rework the songs from the 1989 film, alongside Lin-Manuel Miranda. On Saturday, Awkwafina shared a little more insight into the new Disney movie she was at D23 to promote. RELATED CONTENT:Harry Styles Reportedly Turns Down Role of Prince Eric in Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid'Halle Bailey Says Playing Ariel in 'Little Mermaid' Live-Action Is a 'Dream Come True' (Exclusive)Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would PlayMelissa McCarthy in Early Talks to Play Ursula in Live-Action 'Little Mermaid''Little Mermaid' Live-Action Film Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
Asher Angel Says He Auditioned for Role of Prince Eric In 'The Little Mermaid' Live-Action
Read full article: Asher Angel Says He Auditioned for Role of Prince Eric In 'The Little Mermaid' Live-ActionIs Asher Angel in the running to play Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid? 's home entertainment release -- on Thursday that he tried out for the lead male role in the upcoming live-action Disney film. Angel did, however, express that it would mean "so much to me" to nab the highly coveted Prince Eric part. For more on The Little Mermaid casting, watch below. RELATED CONTENT:Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would PlayHarry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid''Little Mermaid' Live-Action Film Casts Halle Bailey as Ariel
Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He Would
Read full article: Javier Bardem in Talks for Disney's Live-Action 'The Little Mermaid': Who He WouldJavier Bardem is in negotiations to join Disney's live-action adaptation of The Little Mermaid, according to multiple outlets. Hes up for the role of King Triton, the father of Ariel, who will be played by Halle Bailey. Earlier this month, Terry Crews started a social media campaign to express his interest in tackling the role of King Triton. The Little Mermaid is expected to go into production in early 2020. RELATED CONTENT:Harry Styles in Early Talks to Play Prince Eric in 'Little Mermaid'Denzel Dion Talks 'The Little Mermaid' Casting (Exclusive)Terry Crews Wants to Play King Triton in 'The Little Mermaid'