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Universal has released the first official photo for Christopher Nolan‘s upcoming Oppenheimer movie.

Cillian Murphy has been pictured in a first look photo of Christopher Nolan’s forthcoming Oppenheimer biopic.The Peaky Blinders star, who plays the lead role of physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer in the movie, is pictured staring intently while smoking a cigarette in a black and white shot shared by Universal Pictures.

Double the icons! Acclaimed actress Viola Davis is gearing up to portray an equally beloved individual: Michelle Obama.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentThe Locarno Film Festival’s Locarno Pro initiative dedicated to pics in post is set to look at German films that are in their final stage of production for its upcoming edition.The fest, located in the Italian-speaking region of Switzerland, in a statement said that the initiative, now in its tenth edition, will celebrate the up-and-coming cinema of a country that has been “crucial to the history” of the fest. Locarno Pro is now looking closer to home after being a springboard for pics from Colombia, Mexico, Chile, Brazil, Israel, Poland, the Baltic Countries, Portugal, Serbia and Switzerland itself.“German filmmakers and producers and the work they have given us has been at the heart of so many memorable editions of the Locarno Film Festival, the fest said in a statement.

Jordan Moreau Showtime has released the first trailer for the upcoming anthology series, “The First Lady,” which follows presidential couples throughout American history.The former U.S. presidents, first ladies, their families and colleagues will be played by a company of A-list stars. The Obamas, Fords and Roosevelts are among those portrayed on the series.Viola Davis will play Michelle Obama opposite O.T.

Lisa Vanderpump is doing okay.

Salma Hayek has signed a first-look deal with Univision for its recently announced streaming platform, ViX. Under the 2-year deal, Hayek, through her production company Ventana Rosa, will produce exclusive Spanish-language feature films.

HBO Max is giving fans a first look at their new show Julia!

EXCLUSIVE: Jessica Biel and Michelle Purple’s Iron Ocean Productions is staying in business with Paramount Television Studios. The duo have extended their first-look deal with the studio, which was first signed in December 2019. As part of the new pact, Biel and Purple will continue to create and develop scripted television series for Paramount Television Studios via Iron Ocean, including upcoming project Welcome to Oxhead.

EXCLUSIVE: Garcelle Beauvais, the first African-American to join Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, is staying in the NBCUniversal family.

Russian Doll” returns this spring, and Netflix has released some first looks photos for the upcoming season.Season 2 will be set four years after Nadia (Natasha Lyonne) and Alan (Charlie Barnett) escaped mortality’s time loop. New episodes will follow the pair as they pass through an unexpected time portal located in Manhattan — causing both to face their pasts.The show’s first season also starred Greta Lee, Yul Vazquez and Elizabeth Ashley.

Kate Middleton tries to help children to confront their fears 'with the help of others' during her CBeebies bedtime story.

When Valentine’s Day comes around, restaurants up and down the country can be seen bursting at the seams with tables of couples, wining and dining on their love for one another. But this year one eatery is breaking the mould as the world’s first restaurant designed for polyamorous couples is set to open its doors. Opening in London’s Shoreditch on 14 February, THROUPLE aims to break down the stigma surrounding non-monogamous romantic relationships.

Four people, including 22-year-old skateboarder and YouTube star Josh Neuman, were killed in a plane crash in Iceland. Their bodies were discovered in Lake Thingvallavatn on Feb. 6, three days after Josh and his fellow passengers were declared missing, according to CNN. He was on the plane to create content for Belgian fashion brand Suspicious Antwerp. Also killed in the crash was Tim Alings, 27, Suspicious Antwerp’s social media manager; Nicole Bellavia, 33, a skydiver and social media influencer; and pilot Haraldur Diego, 49.

EXCLUSIVE: New York’s Museum of the Moving Image announced the full lineup today for the 11th edition of First Look, its annual festival showcasing adventurous cinema from around the world.

Hulu and BBC Three today offered a first look at Conversations with Friends, their upcoming limited series starring Alison Oliver, Sasha Lane (American Honey, Hearts Beat Loud), Joe Alwyn (Billy Lynn’s Long Halftime Walk, The Favourite) and Jemima Kirke (Sylvie’s Love, Girls), which is set to premiere this spring.

A feature film sequel to the animated French family hit “Ernest & Celestine” is coming soon, and Studiocanal has revealed a first look at the film along with new details ahead of launching worldwide sales on the movie. “Ernest & Celestine 2: A Trip to Gibberitia” is a sequel to the Oscar-nominated 2012 film, which picked up six Annie Award nominations and won a prize at the Cannes Film Festival.

K.J. Yossman The first image of Diane Kruger and Talia Ryder in ballet-themed feature “Joika” has been unveiled.James Napier Robertson (“The Dark Horse”) wrote and directs the film, which has started production in Poland.Embankment are representing worldwide sales and co-representing U.S.

NBCUniversal is using the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony to highlight the extravagant plumage of its nascent streaming service Peacock.