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HBO Max’s Forgotten 111-Minute Monster Epic Is Taking Over the Streaming Charts
Pacific Rim: Uprising, the 2018 sequel to Guillermo del Toro’s Pacific Rim, has become one of HBO Max’s most-watched films in the United States despite its disappointing critical and commercial reception on release. The renewed interest appears partly linked to growing attention around actor Cailee Spaeny, whose recent work has prompted viewers to revisit her…
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This Is the Real Reason ‘Ted Lasso’ Is Back for Season 4
Ted Lasso has returned for a fourth season after appearing to conclude in 2023, with the revival shifting Ted’s focus from AFC Richmond’s men’s side to its newly formed women’s team, the Lady Greyhounds. The article says the change reflects growing public interest and investment in women’s football, allowing the series to address both the…
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Starz Posts First Quarter Revenue Dip as Digital-Led Strategy Shows Momentum
Starz reported lower second-quarter revenue and a much wider net loss, but said its shift towards streaming is gaining momentum. The company argues that stronger digital performance, audience engagement and lower future restructuring costs should support its aim of returning to annual OTT revenue growth in 2026. Revenue fell to $307.9 million from $319.7 million…
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I hated being in Starmer’s government and he lacked the gusto to get anything done, ex-minister says
Former safeguarding minister Jess Phillips said she hated serving in Keir Starmer’s government and believed he lacked the drive to deliver policy with sufficient urgency. Her comments highlight Labour tensions over progress on violence against women and girls, an area where she says government commitment has fallen short of manifesto ambitions. Phillips, who resigned in…
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Norway’s Genre-Defying SHINING Releases New Single ‘North’
Norwegian band SHINING has released “North”, a new single combining industrial metal, distorted vocals, heavy riffs and the group’s distinctive saxophone sound. Founder Jørgen Munkeby said the track pays tribute to the harshness of northern life and the resilience associated with it, while signalling that the band is moving into a new phase. SHINING wrote,…
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Felix Randau Reveals Why Claes Bang Was Perfect For The Role Of Himmler’s Shady Masseur In ‘I Is Another’: “If Claes Tells You A Lie, You Want To Believe Him”
German director Felix Randau’s post-war drama *I Is Another* premieres at the Locarno Film Festival, with Claes Bang playing Felix Kersten, Heinrich Himmler’s real-life massage therapist. The film examines the disputed legacy of a man celebrated for claims that he used access to the SS leader to save lives, but whose account was later questioned;…
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25 Films That Best Capture Male Friendship
Collider presents a curated list of films that it argues portray male friendship with more emotional depth than conventional buddy comedies. – The selection favours stories where friendship is central to the plot and characters’ development. – It includes comedies, dramas and ensemble films, covering conflict, loyalty, adulthood and support during hardship. – Examples mentioned…
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From Weezer to Phish: The biggest shows announced this week
Music venues and promoters have unveiled a fresh wave of major tour announcements this week, led by Weezer and Phish, alongside a wide mix of established and emerging acts confirming new dates across the UK, Europe, Asia and North America. The flurry of news matters to fans planning ahead, as several long-running or high-profile artists…