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On the heels of the wonderful 2019 The Two Popes, in which Anthony Hopkins starred as Pope Benedict XVI in an imagined conversation with Jonathan Pryce’s future Pope Francis, Hopkins is once again involved in the same kind of cinematic historical fictional meeting as founder of psychoanalysis Sigmund Freud, who is engaged in a private debate with The Chronicles of Narnia author and theologian C.S. Lewis (played by Matthew Goode) on the existence of God. As with The Two Popes, there is no proof whatsoever that any meeting ever took place, but it clearly provides lots of material to wrap your head around. That is exactly what Mark St. Germain did in creating his 2009 play Freud’s Last Session, which was built on the 1967 Harvard lectures of Dr. Armond M. Nicholi Jr in his presentation “The Question of God: C.S. Lewis and Sigmund Freud Debate God, Love, Sex, and the Meaning of Life.”

Bruce Cohen In 1992, being out at work in Hollywood wasn’t really much of a thing and yet, I found myself coming out to Steven Spielberg in his office. I had started my career in film as the DGA trainee on “The Color Purple” in 1985, keenly aware of how astonishing it was not only to have Steven as my boss on my first movie but also to have it feature such a bold and beautiful portrayal of LGBTQ+ representation. Producing along with Steven and Quincy Jones were Kathy Kennedy and Frank Marshall.

New internet safety laws that have been years in the making could come into force as soon as this week. The chief executive of Ofcom said she expects the Online Safety Bill to receive royal assent tomorrow.

Liam Gallagher has teased that his upcoming joint album with John Squire will be “the best record since The Beatles‘ ‘Revolver'”The former Oasis singer teased the idea of the pair collaborating last June, when he brought out the former The Stone Roses guitarist for his Knebworth shows to perform the 1995 Oasis classic ‘Champagne Supernova’. “Super group incoming LG JS,” read one of Gallagher’s tweets at the time.Last September, while speaking in an interview with Matt Wilkinson on Apple Music 1, Gallagher confirmed that the pair are “definitely” going to work together.It’s the best record since revolver— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) October 23, 2023What’s coming your way is bigger I’m being humble it pisses all over it— Liam Gallagher (@liamgallagher) October 23, 2023In response to Wilkinson’s request for an update, Gallagher said: “Yeah.

UPDATED, 8 AM: “Attention all players. It is now time for the next game.” So begins the new trailer for Squid Game: The Challenge, dropped today by Netflix ahead of the reality series’ November 22 premiere. It’s an extended look at the competition series inspired by the hit Korean dystopian drama series, with some of the contestants showing surprise when they are “fake shot”, “Oh s**t” says one of the contestants when she takes an air bullet to the chest. There’s also surprise when contestants are told they need to eliminate two of their own. Check out the new trailer above.

Designer perfume brand Jo Malone is known for its high-ticket price perfumes. While desirable, the perfume house, which sells cologne, room sprays, diffusers and candles, is out of reach for many Brits in terms of budget.

Viewers of Coleen Rooney's new Disney+ documentary have hailed her 'the greatest WAG of all time' as they proclaimed 'don't mess with a northern lass.'

Fall of the House of Usher fans have been busy drinking in the latest spooky series from director Mike Flangan. They've been quick to praise 'the greatest horror cast ever assembled' but have called for one actress in particular to win all the awards for her performance.

Ellise Shafer Daniel Kaluuya world premiered his feature directorial debut, “The Kitchen,” at the BFI London Film Festival on Sunday night, calling it “one of the best days of my life.” Kaluuya was on hand alongside his co-director Kibwe Tavares, producer Daniel Emmerson and several of the film’s actors, including “Top Boy” star Kane Robinson and newcomer Jedaiah Bannerman. Set in a dystopian London where all social housing has been banned, the film follows the residents of a community called the Kitchen who must fight to save their home. Speaking before the premiere, Kaluuya and Tavares explained that it’s taken nearly a decade to bring the Netflix film to the screen.

In a sweat shop in remote north west Pakistan, a mobile phone films as rows of men toil away making dresses on ageing sewing machines. The camera cuts to a package clearly bearing an Oldham address.

For the last 18 months, Matthew Curtis has been trying to visit as many pubs and bars throughout Greater Manchester as he can with a camera on his shoulder and a notepad in his hand under the guise of being a ‘beer enthusiast’.

Big Brother has made a welcome return to our TV screens, with ITV's highly anticipated reboot of the hit reality show beginning on Sunday 8 October. Sixteen contestants made their way into the iconic house during the pre-recorded launch show after meeting the hosts of the rebooted show, AJ Odudu and Will Best. While there's new hosts and a swanky new house, many aspects of the show have remained the same including Marcus Bentley's iconic narration.

EXCLUSIVE: The Best Picture Oscar winners One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, The English Patient and Amadeus have a new owner.

The Gaslight Anthem have shared news of a 2024 UK and European tour as well as a headline slot at next year’s 2000Trees festival – find ticket info and more below.The New Jersey rockers will head to cities including Stockholm, Brussels, Dublin, Manchester and Glasgow from March 2024, with two stops at London’s Roundhouse venue (March 25-26). Emily Wolfe supports the band for the spring shows.Later that summer the band play Nottingham’s Rock City (July 10) ahead of their headline show at Cheltenham’s 2000trees festival (July 11).Tickets for the 2024 UK and European tour go on sale this Friday (October 6) at 10am BST here.

Some of the most eye-catching moments of Francis Lee's football career didn't happen in a Manchester City shirt.

A ride at Blackpool Pleasure Beach has received three prestigious awards with one naming it the ‘best’ of its type in the world.

As a nation, we're known to love a good brew, whether that's a classic English breakfast, a fragrant Earl Grey or a calming chamomile tea, you can't go wrong. So much so, that a wide list of brewing brands have released their advent calendars for the perfect Christmas countdown for any tea lover. From an advent calendar dedicated to matcha tea enthusiasts, to 24 days of super blends or an advent calendar for two - brews are bringing it this festive season.

Across the country there are hundreds of quaint chocolate box villages and historic market towns full of character. These destinations draw visitors from far and wide with cosy tea rooms, welcoming pubs and beautiful green spaces.

Hovering majestically it dived then rose again settling on a telegraph pole. On the horizon was the Manchester city skyline of towers seven miles away.

The Trafford Centre celebrates its 25th anniversary this month, leaving plenty of shoppers feeling nostalgic about favourite times and first times at the giant shopping centre. The £600m mall officially opened its doors to the public on September 10, 1998, after an epic 27-month construction at Dumplington.