Box Office: ‘Lisa Frankenstein’ Not Shocking Life Into Theaters After $1.7 Million Opening Day

A Scots language writer from East Ayrshire has been announced as one of eleven recipients of the Scottish Book Trust’s 2024 New Writers Award.

Emmerdale star Lisa Riley has continued to be flooded with support and heartfelt messages as she grieves the loss of her Strictly Come Dancing star friend Robin Windsor after news of his death.

Ricky Gervais has paid tribute to The Office co-star Ewen MacIntosh after it was confirmed he has died aged 50. The actor and comedian is probably best known for having appeared in Ricky's hit sitcom The Office as Keith from its first series in 2001.

wore to the People’s Choice Awards on February 18 was giving you some Jennifer’s Body nostalgia, that was no accident. For the event, the actor paired with a corseted white Vivienne Westwood gown, thick black choker necklace, and a bright red lip. Fox accessorized with sparkly diamond jewelry and a blinged-out black manicure, driving home the .Megan Fox and Joe Manganiello take the stage to announce the winner of best sci-fi/fantasy show in the People’s Choice Awards., the look was intentionally meant to evoke the white prom dress her undead character wore in the cult classic film.

J. Kim Murphy “True Detective: Night Country” finished off with a season-high viewership for its finale, drawing 3.2 million across HBO and Max. The Feb.

A new online petition is urging the UK Government to “commit to not increasing the State Pension age above 68” following the publication of new research by the International Longevity Centre, which suggested that the State Pension age will need to rise to 71 by 2050 to keep up with projected longer life expectancy.

A bird habitat will welcome visitors again after closing due to bird flu. The Farne Islands in Northumberland, home to around 200,000 seabirds like puffins, Arctic terns, and kittiwakes, will reopen this spring. For the first time in two years, visitor boats can land on these islands from March 25.

Ed Meza @edmezavar Georgian-Swedish director Levan Akin is again winning over audiences with his latest film, “Crossing,” which opened the Berlin Film Festival’s Panorama section. The touching drama is about retired teacher Lia (Mzia Arabuli), who sets off with a young companion, Achi (Lucas Kankava), on a journey from the Georgian city of Batumi to Turkey, where she hopes to find her long lost niece in Istanbul. Pic follows Akin’s acclaimed 2019 film “And Then We Danced.” It was while researching that film in Georgia that he heard a story about a grandfather who was very supportive of his trans grandchild.

memorable appearances on NBC’s hit sitcom “Friends” as Ross Geller’s son, Ben.The “Riverdale” star, 31, appeared in a plethora of episodes between 2000 to 2002 when he was seven-years-old. However, Sprouse has not had contact with any cast members: David Schwimmer, Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, the late Matthew Perry, Lisa Kudrow, and Matt LeBlanc.Perry died in October 2023 at the age of 54 after being found unresponsive in his jacuzzi.“Friends has become now such an iconic thing, this entity,” the Disney Channel child star told People recently.

The RSPCA is investigating after two guinea pigs were left out on a road dumped in a carboard box.

Former TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh has shared her shock after being diagnosed with endometriosis and adenomyosis, revealing that the conditions have had a significant impact on her health since the birth of her daughter, Lilah. In a candid Instagram post, the 32 year old mother of two praised This Morning for raising awareness about endometriosis, highlighting the lack of information and research surrounding the condition. Lucy expressed gratitude for the conversation sparked by the show's segment, which shed light on a condition that affects many women.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor After more than a year away from the mic, Dr. Brené Brown is bringing back her two podcasts — “Unlocking Us” and “Dare to Lead” — under a new partnership with Vox Media. Brown, a renowned researcher, author and speaker whose work explores emotional facets of the human experience, on Wednesday announced a deal to bring her shows to the Vox Media Podcast Network.

It's not just carrots, eating grapes is good for your eyes as well, a new study reveals. Just a couple of handfuls of grapes a day for four months was shown to improve key markers of eye health.

Focus Features will open its Sundance Film Festival acquisition Didi on July 26.

Ever since George Knight’s parents arrived in Albert Square earlier this year, the EastEnders newcomer has found his life turned upside down as secret after secret emerged regarding his identity. For all of his life George had known he was adopted by a white family, but in recent weeks it had since transpired that George was actually adopted via a process called “farming” in which wealthy white families were paid to adopt black children during the 60s and 70s.

“Lisa Frankenstein” didn’t come to life at the North American box office in its first weekend in theaters.The horror comedy written by Diablo Cody and starring Kathryn Newton and Cole Sprouse earned $3.8 million, according to studio estimates Sunday.It debuted in second place on a very slow Super Bowl weekend, behind the spy thriller “Argylle.”Matthew Vaugn’s “Argylle” got first place with only $6.5 million, which brings its running domestic total to $28.8 million in two weekends. The $200 million production is Apple’s first major theatrical flop.Universal Pictures oversaw the North American release for the streamer, where it is playing in 3,605 locations.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Matthew Vaughn’s spy thriller “Argylle” emerged victorious over newcomer “Lisa Frankenstein” in a moribund box office with both films struggling to show signs of life. “Argylle” claimed the No. 1 spot again with $6.5 million from 3,605 North American venues, marking a steep 62% decline from its disappointing debut.

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events SPOILER ALERT: This story contains mild spoilers for “Lisa Frankenstein,” in theaters now. Zelda Williams has no problem admitting that her feature directorial debut “Lisa Frankenstein” isn’t destined to be considered a cinematic masterpiece. “First and foremost, this movie ISN’T a groundbreaking spiritual journey that will change your worldly perceptions,” she wrote in a filmmaker’s statement, “but it IS a ride — so maybe just try to put your hands in the air and let the coaster take you!” And that it is — a rollercoaster homage to 1980s slasher films.

The top four walks in Scotland have been revealed, and they look perfect for a day out with the family.

Super Bowl weekend, despite its damper on Sunday business, was frame that could still yield results, even for films aimed at dudes, i.e. 2015 when the 6th weekend of American Sniper drummed up $30.7M, or 2020 when the third weekend of Bad Boys for Life did $17.6M.