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John Wick: Chapter 4 was influenced by the cult classic The Warriors, according to director Chad Stahelski.The film has already been hailed as one of the greatest action films of all time by critics, and has been a smash hit with fans to boot. Now, the creative force behind Keanu Reeves has been discussing some of the influences that helped to make the movie.Sitting down to talk with CBR.com recently, Stahelski said that films like Walter Hill’s 1979 movie The Warriors helped to influence the fourth Wick film. “In my teenage years, I saw The Warriors.

Courteney Cox took a leaf out of ‘neat freak’ Monica (the character she played in the famed sitcom “F.R.I.E.N.D.S”) and cleaned the Hollywood walk of fame stars on the Hollywood Blvd in Los Angeles.

Norman Steinberg, who co-scripted Mel Brooks’ comedy classic Blazing Saddles with and won an Emmy for Flip Wilson’s 1970s variety show, has died. He was 83. The WGA East said Steinberg died March 15 but did not provide other details.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Becoming princess Ariel for Disney’s live action “The Little Mermaid” required Halle Bailey to be in the water for 13 hours straight on set during some days of filming, the actor revealed in a new Edition magazine profile. The film, directed by “Chicago” and “Into the Woods” helmer Rob Marshall, used practical water tanks and visual effects to create extensive underwater sequences for the movie. “I pushed myself as far as I’ve ever pushed myself in life,” Bailey told the publication about spending some days on set in the water for 13 hours. “And I feel like the message from [Ariel] was to know that you’ve always had it in you.”

is doing some housekeeping. The streaming platform is removing only 18 titles this month, though some are binge-worthy classics.

William Earl This article contains spoilers for “Swarm.” The first image of the debut episode of the serial killer series “Swarm” is a spin on classic Hollywood disclaimer language: “Any similarity to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events, is intentional.” It’s a provocative start to the kaleidoscopic pop culture satire, created by Janine Nabers and Donald Glover and starring Dominique Fishback as Dre, a woman so obsessed with pop singer Ni’Jah that she’d kill to defend her honor. Given the bloodshed and not-so-subtle parallels between Ni’Jah and the career and passionate fanbase of Beyoncé, it’s easy to believe there could have been a real-life cross-country serial killer murdering those who dare take Queen Bey’s name in vain. But what’s the reality behind the purported true story of “Swarm”?

Todd Gilchrist editor Warner Bros. will commemorate its 100th anniversary with a block of programming on Turner Classic Movies starting April 1. TCM will broadcast remastered and newly restored versions of 10 classic Warner Bros. films, each featuring an introduction from a filmmaker or film expert culled from the network’s ongoing partnership with the Film Foundation, a non-profit preservation and exhibition organization. The program coincides with the April 13-16 run of the TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood. On April 13, a new 4K restoration of 1959’s “Rio Bravo,” Howard Hawks’ classic western starring John Wayne, Dean Martin, Ricky Nelson and Angie Dickinson, will premiere on TCM and serve as the opening night film of the festival. Dickinson will attend the in-person event, while Martin Scorsese will introduce the film on TCM’s small-screen presentation. Similarly, Warner Bros. will premiere a new 4K restoration of Elia Kazan’s “East of Eden,” starring James Dean, on both the big screen and the network, the latter featuring an introduction by filmmakers Wes Anderson and Joanna Hogg.

Turner Classic Movies is devoting the entire month of April to celebrating the 100th anniversary of its landlord, Warner Bros. with hundreds of films from every decade of the studio, plus a variety of interstitials, documentaries, shorts, and Looney Tunes cartoons, as well as interviews with stars and directors focusing on the cinematic achievements of the storied movie factory.

No trip to Las Vegas is complete without a stop at Chef Chris Santos’ Stanton Social Prime, which officially opened on Tuesday, March 21. Connected to the OMNIA Nightclub in Ceasars Palace, the new restaurant is full of whimsical vibes — which is exactly what the Chopped judge was hoping for when designing the eatery.

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Are you looking for inspiration for your next salon manicure? Look no further because we have all of spring's trendiest nail designs here to help transform your normal mani into a next level look. With the warmer weather and sunnier days seeing pastels, florals, cornflower blues and white French tips trend on TikTok and Instagram, now is the time to ditch your dark winter shades and try out one of these trendy designs for yourself.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large “Grease” fans hungry for a cool slider (a cool, cool, cool, cool slider) or hopelessly devoted to fries will have a chance to indulge via a pop-up version of the film franchise’s Frosty Palace on Thursday, April 6, and Friday, April 7. Paramount+ has partnered with Popsugar to take over Mel’s Drive-In on Sunset Blvd. in West Hollywood for the promotion, timed to the upcoming launch of the new series “Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies.” It’s unclear whether Danny Zuko’s preferred order (a double Polar Burger with everything and a cherry soda with chocolate ice cream) will be available, but the two-day interactive event will include 1950s-era music and decor, as well as “twists on familiar diner fare” and photo moments. “Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies” merchandise will also be given away and customized on site.

Jewel is sharing the big ways her parents did her wrong.

Drew Barrymore is looking for her old nudes.

Ramadan begins as the sun goes down tonight, and runs until April 21, meaning that Muslims across Greater Manchester and across the globe will be observing their sawm - abstention from eating and drinking - during daylight hours.

The Resident Evil 4 remake has been described as a “masterpiece” as it earns more than 30 perfect scores from its first round of critics reviews. The remake of the hugely successful video game drops on Friday (March 24), and a host of publications have posted their highly anticipated reviews ahead of its release.

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still reaches for them regularly to this day. Wearing an LBD on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.The actor, who is promoting the sequel to her comedy, Murder Mystery, made an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon this week wearing a ruched satin-jersey black midi-dress, a longline coat and strappy sandals. The combination called to mind the red-carpet looks she served during her , and wasn’t a far cry from the wardrobe of her TV alter ego, Rachel Green, either. Jennifer Aniston in 1995.Aniston’s dress is from Matthieu Blazy’s , and features an eye-catching gold bar on one shoulder that evokes the hardware seen on the designer’s accessories (like his already cult ).

Asian canteen, foodhall, bakery and supermarket Hello Oriental is bringing in a raft of new dishes and cocktails for its spring menu, one of them featuring a Manchester institution. The Vimto Sour will feature on its new cocktail list, blending vodka, lychee syrup, lemon and the iconic cordial.

Ten outstanding students from Xaverian College have received offers to study at the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge.

Selena Gomez is walking down the aisle… for that is!The actress wore a classic, strapless white wedding gown on the set of the Hulu series on Tuesday, channeling her glamorous inner bride. Gomez looked stunning in the dramatic lacy wedding gown with full tulle skirt, elegant matching white gloves and a lace veil. Gomez's faux «I do» look was accentuated with a bold red lip, white pearl drop earrings and hair perfectly framing her face.The 30-year-old also took to Instagram to commemorate her big day at work alongside a series of candid photos of her behind the scenes in the gown.

Willis Reed, the Hall of Fame NBA center who won two championships with the New York Knicks including his legendary hobbling return to the court in Game 7 of the 1970 Finals, died today. He was 80.

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FuboTV is removing the “TV” from its name, touting the rebrand with a national ad campaign created by Ryan Reynolds’ Maximum Effort. The ads are co-productions that are part of a larger partnership between the companies.

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Fast food giant McDonald's has given fans a one-week warning before its menu changes. The burger chain is bringing back one of its most iconic items after it vanished from menus across the country due to overwhelming demand.

Home Improvement is a ’90s TV classic.

from Robert Wun’s debut couture collection that she wore to the Critics’ Circle Awards, or the from Harris Reed’s debut for the house she chose for the BAFTAs. Pugh frequently turns to Pierpaolo Piccioli for head-turning Valentino creations, often selecting his most playful looks. Case in point: the preppy-meets-peekaboo ensemble she wore for the screening of A Good Person in New York on March 20, comprised of a silk cady gown featuring a cheeky open back and floor-sweeping maxi skirt from the house’s pre-fall 2023 collection. Florence swerved a frothy gown in favor of a dress with a twist. Coming shortly after the , where ties cropped up at Alexander McQueen and David Koma, among others, Pugh’s custom look incorporated a skinny tie that peeped from beneath the collar of her dress, offering a contemporary spin on the staid old office accessory.

Welcome to Global Breakouts, Deadline’s fortnightly strand in which we shine a spotlight on the TV shows and films killing it in their local territories. The industry is as globalized as it’s ever been, but breakout hits are appearing in pockets of the world all the time and it can be hard to keep track… So we’re going to do the hard work for you.

WATCH: Kourtney Kardashian celebrates Easter with family during lockdownSure chocolate eggs and bunnies are a classic gift come Easter, however if you're wanting to go above and beyond or are looking for something to mark a particularly special Easter, then a personalised gift can never go wrong. Whether you're celebrating a first Easter holiday, want to shop something more exciting than just chocolate (impossible but we digress) or are really wanting to up the ante with gifting this year, we have options to suit everyone. Now, Easter is only just around the corner so hop along to find our top gift ideas to suit all everyone these holidays. Bunny cookie cutter, $12, Lulu & StoneMake it super personal and treat your loved ones to their own handmade Easter cookies made by you using these adorable cookie cutters. Or gift the cutters and stamps themselves for them to use at home! SHOP NOWCharlie cushion, $90, CardigangThis another adorable DIY gift that is just perfect thanks to their festive colourways that you can choose and personalise to suit your style.

EXCLUSIVE: Ilkkas’ Creative Studio (ICS), the Nordic creative hub launched last year, is planning to shake up Finland’s approach to international scripted content.

Halle Bailey is breaking her silence on her role in Disney’s live action retelling of The Little Mermaid in a new interview.

Demi Lovato has new music arriving this week!

midseason trailer did not pull any punches—and neither did Ariana Madix.In the first footage since news broke that Tom Sandoval has been of nine years with co-star , straight up tells her ex that she wants him to “die.” Of course, this comes after Sandoval seemingly pulls the classic gaslighter move of blaming both parties for his infidelity. "I wish we both would have tried harder," Sandoval tells her in the trailer.“You don't deserve one fucking tear of mine,” Madix seems to respond (though this is clearly an edited trailer so it's difficult to tell).

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Mother’s Day is fast approaching and whether you’re desperate for a last-minute gift or want to surprise the mom in your life with a spontaneous delivery, you can’t go wrong with a thoughtful flower arrangement.Bouquets make for great gifts because you can personalize them to anyone’s liking and, best of all, they can be bought and delivered in as fast as one day.