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Miley Cyrus began her first headlining shows in years at the Hollywood Bowl, returning to a major solo stage after a long break from touring. The pair of performances also put her interest in residency-style shows to the test, an approach she has said could let her perform…
C.S. Lewis’s Ransom Trilogy combines science fiction, fantasy and philosophical themes, taking readers from Mars and Venus back to Earth. The article argues that the lesser-known series deserves more attention because its space adventures build towards a story about spiritual conflict and society’s moral direction. The trilogy comprises…
John Cena has said he disliked making his early films and did not value the work or the people involved. He now recognises that his impatience and focus on wrestling kept him from taking the opportunity seriously, a change in attitude that helped lay the groundwork for his…
The article argues that Hollywood has returned to some books and characters so often that their stories feel overused, leaving less room for original material. It highlights the enduring appeal of familiar works while suggesting that repeated adaptations do not always add a fresh perspective. Examples in the…
Jacob Elordi said John Cassavetes’ 1977 film *Opening Night* helped him understand that the turmoil he experienced while acting could be part of the creative process. He selected the film for a screening in Santa Monica, saying it made him feel less alone and reassured him that actors…
A newly released image shows Anya Taylor-Joy as Alia Atreides in Dune: Part Three, seated beside her brother Paul on the Emperor’s throne. The image previews her role in the film, which is due in cinemas on 18 December and concludes the current Dune trilogy. Timothée Chalamet and…
Prime Video has acquired US streaming rights to legal drama *The Rainmaker*, which is gaining viewers as audiences seek shows in the vein of *The Lincoln Lawyer*. The series is based on John Grisham’s novels and is currently airing its second season on USA Network. The article says…
Netflix has appointed Peter Rice as chief content officer, replacing Bela Bajaria in a sudden and contentious change that has unsettled people across Hollywood. The move puts the former Fox and Disney executive in charge of the streamer’s film and television strategy, and has prompted questions about the…
Hayley Atwell says Marvel filmed several versions of storylines for Avengers: Doomsday, with some developed and others dropped as the filmmakers worked out what best suited the characters. Her comments offer a rare glimpse of the film’s development, while its plot remains largely secret ahead of its planned…
A spin-off of *Sons of Anarchy*, titled *Sons of Anarchy: Legends*, has been announced, with production expected to begin in 2027. The project is described as a meta-sequel that brings the original cast together as themselves, reuniting at a convention before facing a threat. Charlie Hunnam, Katey Sagal…