Griselda before, you're definitely going to be excited once you see the official trailer.The series, which will be streaming on Netflix, stars as Griselda Blanco, the powerful queenpin of Miami's cocaine trade in the 1970s and ’80s.“She didn't walk like a girlfriend,” one character says in Spanish at the end of the trailer, saying Blanco walked like “a boss.” In the role, Vergara is about as far removed from as it is possible to get.Now that the trailer has dropped, here is everything we know about the upcoming show.According to Netflix, the series was “inspired” by the real Griselda Blanco, who ruled Miami's underworld with a notoriously iron fist. According to , Blanco was responsible for the murders of hundreds of people, including her three husbands, and amassed a vast fortune as one of the most successful drug lords in history.How faithful the Netflix series stays to the true events remains to be seen."Griselda is a rise-and-fall story like none we have ever seen before.
‘Greek Hollywood’ Looks to Cash in on Cachet as Production on the Mediterranean Surges
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Christopher Vourlias There were sunny skies over the Thessaloniki Film Festival this week, with unseasonably high temperatures leading many visitors to reach for the sunscreen while dashing between movie premieres and industry events at Greece’s longest-running film fest. The local industry, too, is enjoying a moment in the sun, as the Mediterranean nation has seen production surge post-pandemic, buoyed by foreign titles like Rian Johnson’s Netflix blockbuster “Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery,” action thriller “Tin Soldier,” starring Jamie Foxx and Robert De Niro, and the Jason Statham and Sylvester Stallone starring “Expend4bles,” the latest installment of the action franchise, which filmed in Thessaloniki.
Last year, production in Greece reached record heights, with 132 projects supported by the country’s cashback scheme, which covers up to 40% of qualifying expenditures and can be combined with a separate 30% tax relief scheme. This year, Pablo Larrain’s Maria Callas biopic “Maria,” starring Angelina Jolie, and Amazon Studios’ “Killer Heat,” starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Shailene Woodley and Richard Madden, are among the productions bringing some star power to the country.
Speaking in Thessaloniki this week, Leonidas Christopoulos, the newly installed president of EKOME — the government body tasked with administering the cash rebate — boasted that nearly €100 million ($107 million) has been doled out by the incentive scheme since it was launched in 2018, with most of that disbursed in the past two years. But Greek producers sounded the alarm over what they see as the industry’s growing dependence on foreign productions, which have reaped nearly two-thirds of that government payout, while the Greek Film Center,
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OMG! Piers Morgan Reveals Who The Two Alleged Royal Racists Are!
Ever since Meghan Markle and Prince Harry sat down with Oprah Winfrey two years ago, claiming someone in the royal family expressed “concerns” about how dark their then-unborn son Archie’s skin tone would be, everyone has been wondering and guessing who the alleged racist royal could have been.
Princess Beatrice and Edoardo look loved-up as they enjoy festive date night
Princess Beatrice and husband Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi were spotted in London on Tuesday night and appeared more loved-up than ever as they showed support for a festive carol concert.The 35 year old smiled for the cameras and leaned into Edoardo as she donned a cosy grey wrap coat with a checked pattern. While her property developer husband, 40, opted for a black jacket and navy trousers. Beatrice also paired her Temperley coat with suede black boots and wore a low ponytail and minimal make-up.
Rise & Fall’s luxe cashmere accessories make the perfect gift – and they’re less than £50
OK! has put together a comprehensive guide to the shopping event with answers to common questions like when is Black Friday 2023? If there’s one thing that will always add a little bit of luxury to your life, it’s cashmere. From cosy jumpers to chic hats and scarves, the ultra-soft, cosy material is perfect for elevating your winter wardrobe.
Christopher Nolan Says a ‘Healthy’ Hollywood Needs Franchises: It Pays for ‘Other Types of Films to Be Made’
Michaela Zee Christopher Nolan is defending the role of franchises in Hollywood, saying they are a crucial part of the film industry ecosystem. In a recent interview with the Associated Press, the “Oppenheimer” and “Dark Night” director weighed in on the debate over how superhero franchises are affecting Hollywood.
‘Twilight’ Director Says Studio Was Concerned Over Robert Pattinson’s Looks In Casting Process
Robert Pattinson is known as a heartthrob in Hollywood following his shot to stardom after starring in the Twilight saga. However, the film’s director Catherine Hardwicke is now revealing that the studio behind the franchise was not always Team Pattinson for the role of Edward and expressed concern over his looks during the casting process.
The amazing looks Shakira wore at the Latin GRAMMY Awards: Photos
Latin GRAMMY Awards, and for the first time in history, the prestigious award ceremony took place in Sevilla, Spain. The night was full of surprises, and epic performances, and it should come as no surprise that Shakira was one of the stand-out stars of the night.
Man City injury crisis worsens as Matheus Nunes withdraws from Portugal squad
Manchester City's injury crisis is growing, with Matheus Nunes becoming the fourth player to withdraw from international duty in as many days.
ITV The Chase star Jenny Ryan's looks worlds away from the Vixen after transformation
The Chase star Jenny Ryan has showed off her dramatic transformation as she took to the stage to play the Wicked Queen in Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs. The 41-year-old quiz master revealed her new look, which is very different from her usual appearance as The Vixen on the ITV game show. The flame-haired star posted a video to her Instagram wearing a black feathered crown as she dressed in a sequined gown.
'Im a tech expert - there are five Amazon gadgets everyone should look out for in the Black Friday sale'
Amazon's Black Friday deals will kickstart next week on Friday, November 17, a week before the official global date. The long-awaited price drops will last on its site right up until 11:59 on November 27 before the deals are ramped up with the Cyber Monday offers, a day often saved for retailers to get rid of any leftover stock.
Iman Vellani & Nia DaCosta Make Suprise Appearance at 'The Marvels' Screening
Iman Vellani and Nia DaCosta are surprising fans at a screening for their new movie The Marvels!
CMAs Host Luke Bryan & Wife Caroline Look Picture Perfect on the Red Carpet (Photos)
Luke Bryan is serving as the host of the 2023 CMA Awards and he has his wife Caroline‘s support at the event!
BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden says she 'can't look at herself in the mirror' as she takes big step amid last round of chemo
Strictly Come Dancing star Amy Dowden left 'emotional' as she admitted she's 'never going to be the same again' amid her last round of chemotherapy. The dancer is days away from finishing her multiple rounds of chemotherapy treatment after undergoing a hysterectomy earlier this year.
Biggest Stories of the Week (From Matthew Perry's Shocking Death to Kourtney Kardashian's Baby News)
It’s been another very busy week in the world of pop culture!
Hollywood Studios Set to Deliver Offer They Hope Will End SAG-AFTRA Strike
Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer Hollywood’s major studios are preparing to make an offer to SAG-AFTRA on Friday that they hope will end the 113-day actors strike. The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers had previously warned the actors union that if a deal could not be reached by the end of this week, the networks would have to cancel certain TV shows and there would be further delays in 2024 summer theatrical releases. The talks could well go into the weekend, especially if the two sides see that a tentative agreement is within reach.
‘Monarch: Legacy Of Monsters’ Inside Look Trailer: Go Behind The Scenes Of The MonsterVerse Series, Premiering On Apple TV+ On November 19
Buckle up, Apple TV+ subscribers: Legendary‘s MonsterVerse hits the streamer later this month with “Monarch: Legacy Of Monsters.” And advance word on the series is, well, as buzzy as possible. With its cast, scale, and (of course) its kaiju, “Legacy Of Monsters” looks like one of 2023’s last must-watch TV series.
New Look shoppers rave about these ‘great fitting’ £30 trousers that are work-appropriate
When it comes to stocking up your workwear wardrobe, it’s often tricky to find the right balance between something that’s suitable for the office whilst still looking chic and comfortable.There’s nothing worse than feeling like you’re sacrificing your own personal style every day for work, and although these days most work places accept a more laid-back look, you still need something that looks smart without sacrificing on comfort. Thankfully, New Look shoppers think they’ve found just the thing, as the Grey Wide Leg Trousers, £29.99 here, manage to check off just about every box when it comes to office attire. Sophisticated? Check.
Bar slammed for tone-deaf Matthew Perry tribute: ‘So wrong’
tribute to the late Friends star Matthew Perry.The Unley in Parkside found itself in hot water after introducing an $18 cocktail named the “Chandler Bing” in honor of Perry, who tragically passed away at his Los Angeles residence on Sunday.The cocktail, composed of Southern Comfort, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, fresh lime, and sugar, was introduced as the “cocktail of the month.”The pub’s Instagram post featured a caption that read: “A tribute to our sarcastic king.
How the Thessaloniki Film Festival Is Adapting to Remain a ‘One-of-a-Kind Experience’ for Greek Audiences and an ‘Essential Actor’ for the Local Industry
Christopher Vourlias When the Thessaloniki Intl. Film Festival kicks off its 64th edition on Nov. 2, the organizers will unveil a host of changes while renewing their commitment to serving audiences at one of Europe’s longest-running film events — all at a time of almost unprecedented uncertainty over the future of cinema and even the very purpose of festivals themselves.
Where to watch ‘Friends’ in the UK
Friends is one of the most successful television shows of all time.Created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman, the sitcom about a group of friends living in New York turned its core cast into worldwide stars, including Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer.The show ran for ten seasons between September 1994 and May 2004. During its run, Friends was nominated for 62 Emmys, and won Outstanding Comedy Series in 2002.In 2021, the show’s cast returned for a HBO special titled Friends: The Reunion, hosted by James Corden.At the time of writing (October 31), all ten seasons of Friends are available on Netflix UK.Alternatively, you can buy seasons through Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV+.