‘Ordinary Angels’ Review: Hilary Swank and Alan Ritchson’s Inspirational Weepy Tugs at the Heartstrings

Ethan Shanfeld The infamous Razzie Awards are back, (dis)honoring the year’s worst in film. While Sunday’s Academy Awards will celebrate Christopher Nolan’s landmark drama “Oppenheimer” and Greta Gerwig’s $1.4 billion blockbuster “Barbie,” the 44th annual Razzies are focusing on lesser-seen fare, like the fourth “Expendables” movie and “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey,” a horror adaptation that won five undesired awards.

Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila have shared why they decided to leave Hollywood behind.The famous actor and his model wife swapped the busy life of Los Angeles for a calmer one in Texas, where Matthew grew up.They were sorting out a family problem in Austin for a few weeks when they chose to stay there for good. Before this, they had a nice life in Malibu, with Camila saying she "grew everything in the yard" and even had bees making honey. Camila noticed a change in Matthew after their time in Texas.

When she entered the Love Island villa in 2022, Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu quickly became a popular contestant. But besides winning over viewers at home, the 29 year old won the heart of fellow Islander Davide Sanclimenti and the pair were crowned king and queen of their series.

Thrill seekers are getting the chance to trail run, kayak and mountain bike their way through spectacular landscapes in Greater Manchester this summer.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Kirsten Dunst said in a new interview with Marie Claire that she’s finally at a stage in her career where she no longer feels “nervous” speaking her mind, adding: “I feel at home sharing everything on set now.” It’s a far cry from the version of Dunst who was on the “Spider-Man” set decades ago. As a young actor, Dunst didn’t have the confidence to speak up when things bothered her. Case in point: Being repeatedly called a “girly-girl” on the “Spider-Man” set.

A beautiful townhouse in Tuscany that was renovated by Amanda Holden and Alan Carr has now hit the market for £188,160. The friends took on the task of transforming the derelict property, which they bought for €1, during the second series of their BBC show Amanda & Alan’s Italian Job.

Charli XCX has spoken to NME about what fans can expect from her upcoming album, and deliberated who has more intense fans – herself or The 1975. Watch our video interview above.The pop pioneer was talking to NME at the BRITs 2024, where she appeared as a guest presenter.

Fashion fans searching for the perfect pair of boots to wear this spring and summer season do need to look further than River Island. The high street retailer is offering a pair of budget-friendly boots that is guaranteed to go with any floaty dress for when the weather picks up.

Alan Ritchson is opening up about why he lost two major roles in Thor and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.

Thanks to the growing popularity of his Amazon Prime Video action thriller series “Reacher,” based on the Jack Reacher books by Lee Child, Alan Ritchson’s is starting to really take off. It’s only been on for two seasons but seemingly taken off in the last year and is quickly turning the 6 ft 2 actor into a star.

Alan Ritchson is opening up about his life, his body and his mind.

In her Amazon Prime documentary, The Greatest Love Story Never Told, Jennifer Lopez gives fans a sneak peek into her life with hubby Ben Affleck. She shares how his love letters inspired her latest album and even shows off their £47 million Los Angeles mansion that they bought last May.

Cult college football series Blue Mountain State is making a comeback. A sequel to the 2010 comedy recently hit the TV marketplace, with Reacher’s Alan Ritchson set to reprise his role as Kevin “Thad” Castle. The original series’ co-leads Darin Brooks and Chris Romano also are expected to be back for the followup, from Lionsgate Television, I hear.

Ellie Goulding has announced her split from husband, art dealer Caspar Jopling. The Starry Eyed hitmaker, who shares two year old son Arthur with Caspar, took to Instagram on Friday, February 23 to confirm their separation after she was photographed kissing surf instructor Armando Perez in Costa Rica. In an emotional statement, the 37 year old said: "In light of recent stories, I feel I have been left with no choice but to let you all know that Casper and I privately separated some time ago.

Brent Lang Executive Editor Black Bear has hired Courtney L. Cunniff as senior vice president of film.

Since 2019, a production company by the name of Kingdom Story has set about establishing itself as something of a player in the crowded field of faith-based entertainment, having dipped its toe into the world of film by adapting a handful of true-life narratives and soon-to-be-released original content, all of which have seen unexpectedly wide release thanks mainly to a partnership with media giant Lionsgate. Covering a range of topics from Christian music biopics to the life of former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner, “Ordinary Angels” easily finds a spot on the list, with a premise inspired by actual events that appear perfect for the Kingdom Story family tree but without the tendency to drift into the realm of heavy-handed messages one might be expecting.

It’s official! Travis Kelce has arrived in the Land Down Under!

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Despite two new releases, Paramount’s Bob Marley biographical drama “One Love” is projected to top the box office again. This weekend’s newcomers, Hilary Swank’s inspirational drama “Ordinary Angels” and director Ethan Coen’s comedic thriller “Drive-Away Dolls,” are targeting single digits in their debuts. With those paltry ticket sales, “Bob Marley: One Love” looks to repeat No.

Alan Ritchson (Reacher) and Kevin James (The King of Queens) have been set to lead action-comedy Playdate, which will be directed by Luke Greenfield (The Girl Next Door) from a script written by Neil Goldman (Shrinking).

Alan Ritchson and Hilary Swank pose for photos together at the premiere of Ordinary Angels held at the SVA Theater on Monday evening (February 19) in New York City.