Kelly Bensimon has revealed why she called off her wedding to her husband-to-be, Scott Litner, four days before they were supposed to get married.
09.06.2024 - 23:27 / variety.com
Dennis Harvey Film Critic With the question “What is a Jew?” as much of a politicized hot potato these days as it’s ever been, “Sabbath Queen” adds plenty of fuel to an already fiery debate. Like director Sandi DuBowski’s prior documentary “Trembling Before G-d” (2001), this long-aborning followup puts a spotlight on LGBTQ protagonists struggling to make a place for themselves within — or despite — the cultural and religious strictures of the Orthodox Judaism they were raised in.
But principal subject Amichai Lau-Lavie has gone well beyond that to publicly promote notions of gay and interfaith marriage, among other progressive concepts considered heretical by many. His critics include members of his own family, whose rabbinical lineage can be traced back to the 11th century.
Shot over the course of 21 years, with archival materials going back much further, this is the kind of activist portrait whose sides seem so diametrically opposed, it’s hard to imagine reconciliation is even possible. (And as noted here, conservative Orthodox communities are the only Jewish ones whose population keeps growing, leaving liberal secularist ones increasingly marginalized.) But this Tribeca premiere is sure to stir considerable dialogue as it travels the festival circuit and beyond.
Lau-Levie is introduced in 2017 New York City, where he’s lived since 1997. He’s officiating over a Jewish wedding between two men who are professed Buddhists, something he admits “all the other rabbis will consider… a breach,” particularly as he’s recently earned the title of rabbi himself on graduating from Manhattan’s Jewish Theological Seminary.
Kelly Bensimon has revealed why she called off her wedding to her husband-to-be, Scott Litner, four days before they were supposed to get married.
Kelly Bensimon is calling things off with Scott Litner days before they were supposed to say “I do.”
It’s Disney/Pixar’s weekend to lose with the third session of Inside Out 2, which is expected to do $55 million-$60 million at the domestic box office — and maybe even more. At the pace it’s going, many believe it will blow past the final domestic of Illumination/Universal’s Super Mario Bros Movie which wound up with $574.9M.
An investigation has been launched after a car flipped and ended on its roof after a collision with a parked vehicle in an Aberdeenshire town.
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There exists a moment, perhaps several, in director Sandi DuBowki’s documentary “Sabbath Queen” where shaky attempts to solidify focus on one subject as numerous struggles for screentime become blindingly apparent and the project threatens to spiral out of control. That’s not to say there isn’t a compelling narrative throughout, only that there are too many, and in such a chaotic effort, topics become somewhat diluted to varying degrees, and meaningful quotes from any of the frequent talking heads start to lose their impact.
Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and EventsAfter Tony Awards host Ariana DeBose closed the 77th ceremony at Lincoln Center by dropping her mic and announcing, “DeBose — out,” this year’s winners, nominees, presenters and Broadways brightest and most powerful made their way to after-parties taking place throughout New York City.Here, a look at some of the best pics from the wee hours of the night.Michael Esper, Sarah Paulson and Corey Stoll have some fun at the Late Night at Pebble Bar Tonys After Party.Jonathan Groff and Alex Edelman and their Tonys at the show’s after-party at The Carlyle.Daniel Radcliffe and his longtime girlfriend Erin Darke celebrate his win at the “Merrily We Roll Along” after-party.Will Brill with his new Tony Award at the ceremony’s official after-party at The Carlyle.William Jackson Harper and Ali Ahn look chic in Thom Browne at the Pebble Bar Tonys After Party.Kelli O’Hara and Arian Moayed attend the Late Night at Pebble Bar Tonys After Party.It’s a glamorous night for Jordan Roth and Dylan Mulvaney at Rick Miramontez and John Gore’s 13th annual after-party at The Carlyle.Billy Eichner has a good laugh at Rick Miramontez and John Gore’s 13th annual after-party at The Carlyle.Kelli O’Hara and Leslie Odom Jr.
Zack Sharf Digital News Director Sabrina Carpenter revealed to Rolling Stone that Jack Antonoff worked with her on about half of her upcoming sixth studio album, “Short N’ Sweet.” The longtime Taylor Swift collaborator produced and co-wrote Carpenter’s latest hit single, “Please Please Please.” Despite working closely with Swift since “1989” and producing acclaimed albums from Lorde, Lana Del Rey and more, Antonoff’s name often evokes outrage on social media from critics who slam him for having a monotonous production style that has seemingly ruined their favorite artists. Such backlash went viral after the release of Taylor Swift’s “The Tortured Poets Department” earlier this year, but Carpenter has blunt words for the haters: “Fuck them all.” “Fuck them all,” Carpenter repeated.
Nicole Scherzinger is making her Broadway debut later this year in the musical Sunset Boulevard and she gave the industry a preview of her incredible vocals during the 2024 Tony Awards.
Lexi Carson The third time’s the charm. Jonathan Groff has won his first Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for “Merrily We Roll Along.” Groff played Franklin Shepard alongside Lindsay Mendez and Daniel Radcliffe who also won his first Tony Award at the 77th Annual Tony Awards, which Groff was also in tears over when Radcliffe thanked him in his speech. Groff’s “Merrily We Roll Along” was his third nomination.
The bond between the Merrily We Roll Along was palpable at the 2024 Tony Awards after Daniel Radcliffe‘s win.
Brooke Shields stands out in a bright yellow dress at the 2024 Tony Awards on Sunday (June 16) at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City.
Broadway vets Jonathan Groff and Lindsay Mendez are soaking up the moment during the theatre community’s biggest night of the year!
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Rihanna has been seen rocking some fun wigs over the years, but we may see the singer wearing her natural hair more. After announcing that her newest venture, Fenty Hair, will be launching on June 13, Rih Rih spent a day in New York City with her fun short curls on display.Photos of Rih with her natural curls quickly went viral.
decided to paint the town red at the Fenty Hair launch party in Los Angeles on June 10, where she showed off her fresh hairstyle to go with her new beauty line and monochrome scarlet ‘fit.RiRi paired the natural ‘do with a ensemble from Khaite. The look included a straight maxi skirt and camisole, layered under an oversized red leather bomber jacket. The singer accessorized with pointed toe red pumps and red jewelry, including a ruby-and-diamond choker and three-stone-pendant necklace.
Rihanna wears a fur coat while stepping out on Sunday (June 9) in New York City.
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