Joe Otterson TV ReporterApple has ordered the limited series “The Big Cigar” about Black Panther leader Huey P. Newton, Variety has learned.The six-episode series hails from Warner Bros. Television, with André Holland in talks to star as Newton.
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Joe Leydon Film CriticIt may sound counterintuitive at best, tone-deaf at worse, to label a documentary focused on food providers aiding people in the wake of disasters as a feel-good movie. But that’s an honest, accurate and, yes, appreciative label for “We Feed People,” Ron Howard’s technically polished and emotionally stirring close-up view of celebrity chef José Andrés and his nonprofit World Central Kitchen.The movie effectively begins in media res, with the robustly gregarious Andrés and his dedicated crew years into their vocation, providing hot meals to isolated residents of Wilmington, N.C., in the wake of 2018’s Hurricane Florence — and coming perilously close to tasting their own disaster when floodwaters almost topple their delivery truck — before backing up to explain just who Andrés is and what started him on his mission.A native of Spain, Andrés moved to the U.S.
in 1990 and proceeded to become the protagonist in his very own version of the American success story, gradually and profitably establishing himself as a high-profile restaurateur with upscale eateries initially in the Washington, D.C., area, then nationwide. He hosted a cooking show in his native Spain, wrote books that were New York Times bestsellers and tirelessly proselytized for the epicurean delights of tapas.
And then, while he was vacationing in the Cayman Islands, a massive earthquake tore Haiti asunder in 2010.“I’m good at seeing opportunity where others see mayhem,” Andrés says during one of the many interviews throughout the film that would sound outrageously self-promotional were they not demonstrably truthful. “I’m good at seeing big problems and seeing they have very simple solutions.”In the case of Haiti, Andrés’ simple solution
.Joe Otterson TV ReporterApple has ordered the limited series “The Big Cigar” about Black Panther leader Huey P. Newton, Variety has learned.The six-episode series hails from Warner Bros. Television, with André Holland in talks to star as Newton.
The wild story of how Black Panther leader Huey P. Newton was able to elude a nationwide manhunt and escape to Cuba while being pursued into exile by the FBI is being turned into a TV series for Apple.
Clayton Davis New Zealand-born actor, director and producer Russell Crowe had one of the most incredible runs in the late 1990s and early 2000s, quickly becoming a huge star in Hollywood. With a career that started opposite George Takei in “Blood Oath” (1990), he’s delivered a treasure trove of unforgettable performances over the last three decades.After making a name for himself in Australia with nominations and wins at the country’s equivalent to the Oscars for “The Crossing” (1990), “Proof” (1991) and “Romper Stomper” (1992), his debut in American cinemas began opposite Denzel Washington in Brett Leonard’s sci-fi flick “Virtuosity” (1995) as the virtual reality entity turned serial killer android SID.
Malina Saval Associate Editor, FeaturesOn the heels of a successful in-person event that welcomed such stars as Woody Harrelson, Amy Poehler, Liev Schreiber and “Dopesick” creator Danny Strong, the 2022 Sun Valley Film Festival, which ran from March 30 to April 3, announced its juried film award winners.Best narrative feature film went to “Linoleum,” directed by Colin West. “Holy Emy,” helmed by Araceli Lemos, received a special mention.
Cannes has confirmed our scoop from last month by announcing details of the Top Gun: Maverick screening and the Tom Cruise special tribute. This is expected to be the film’s international premiere with the global premiere in San Diego. Press release from the festival below:
EXCLUSIVE: Oscar winners Ron Howard and Brian Grazer are teaming up with Disney Original Documentary for what is promised as the “definitive portrait” of Jim Henson, the legendary creator of the Muppets.
Ron Howard said he wasn’t in the room when Will Smith slapped Chris Rock at the 94th Academy Awards on Sunday, but shared that he found the situation “very upsetting.”
Michael López-Alegría will command the company’s first spaceflight, and he isn’t going alone. The former NASA astronaut will visit Earth’s orbit with Axiom’s first customers, Larry Connor, Mark Pathy, and Eytan Stibbe.Suppose the business people get hungry while one space; they don’t have to eat astronauts‘ go-to freeze-dried meals.
Rachel Zegler made her official red carpet debut at the Oscars! Walking side by side with her boyfriend and ‘West Side Story’ co-star Josh Andres Rivera.The young Hollywood couple seemed to be thrilled to make their debut at the highly anticipated event, which took place on Sunday night at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.The 20-year-old actress confirmed her romantic relationship with the 26-year-old actor with a Valentine’s Day post on Instagram. Rachel wore a black couture gown from Dior with draped neckline, and completed the look with jewellery from Tiffany & Co.
Naman Ramachandran Sally Wainwright’s RTS-winning and BAFTA nominated hit “Gentleman Jack” will return for a second season on Apr. 10 on BBC One and iPlayer.
Gallery: From Lady Gaga To Selena Gomez, The Best Dressed Celebrities Of The 2022 SAG Awards (ELLE (UK))The rising star hit headlines last week when she revealed on social media that she hadn't been invited to the Oscars to support Steven Spielberg's movie musical, even though the film was nominated for seven awards. Following outrage from fans, Rachel was subsequently added to the presenting line-up and announced an award winner during the craft section, which was streamed an hour before the official telecast.
Rachel Zegler is at the Oscars for the first time and she has her boyfriend by her side!
Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterBen Stiller is in talks to star in Ivo van Hove’s upcoming stage adaptation of Stephen King’s horror classic “The Shining,” Variety has confirmed. The play is scheduled to open on the West End next year.Should Stiller’s deal close, he will play the lead role of Jack Torrance, an aspiring writer and recovering alcoholic who is hired as an off-season caretaker in a historic Colorado hotel.Stiller has performed on stage before, in 2011’s Broadway revival of John Guare’s “House of Blue Leaves” with Edie Falco and Jennifer Jason Leigh.
After spending 90 minutes watching major league celebrity chef Jose Andres hustling to deliver food to desperate people in far-flung corners of the globe, it’s almost shocking to see him being tripped up simply because his little plane has run out of gas. By this time, you believe that this guy could just keep running on fumes indefinitely.
Rachel Zegler is sharing some very sweet words for her boyfriend and West Side Story co-star, Josh Andres Rivera.
Dune, West Side Story and Nightmare Alley were among the big film winners at the Motion Picture Sound Editors’ 69th Golden Reel Awards, which were handed out during a virtual ceremony tonight. See the full list below.