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Benny Safdie’s ‘Lizard Music’ With Dwayne Johnson Adds Newcomer Arya Parvathi (EXCLUSIVE)
Benny Safdie’s forthcoming fantasy film “Lizard Music” has cast newcomer Arya Parvathi in her first feature role. Her character has not been revealed, but she joins an ensemble led by Dwayne Johnson, and the casting adds a new young performer to an adaptation of Daniel Pinkwater’s novel. The story follows a boy who discovers a…
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The 1971 role too racist for Harrison Ford to accept: “He had an extremely strong conscience”
Harrison Ford reportedly declined the role of Mike Stivic in the 1971 sitcom *All in the Family* because he objected to the racist language and attitudes of its central characters. The decision is presented as an early example of Ford prioritising his principles over a potentially career-changing television role. Ford was still struggling to establish…
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A 10-Year-Old Budding “Hollywood Reporter” Gets Her First Red Carpet Experience, Interviewing the Stars of ‘L.O.L. Surprise! The Next Headliner’
A 10-year-old aspiring entertainment journalist, Brooklyn Nordyke, attended the premiere of L.O.L. Surprise! The Next Headliner and interviewed its cast on the red carpet. The experience fulfilled a childhood ambition she had written about in a first-grade assignment, while also giving a young fan of the L.O.L. Surprise! brand a first-hand view of entertainment reporting.…
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‘The Fan’s Dream Come True’ – Marvel Comics Creators Lavish Praise on Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Marvel Comics creators Frank Miller and J. Michael Straczynski have praised Spider-Man: Brand New Day, with Miller calling it “the fan’s dream come true” and Straczynski describing it as the most authentic portrayal of Peter Parker and Spider-Man. Their reactions add comic-book industry approval to the film’s strong initial commercial performance, suggesting it has resonated…
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Tom Holland Officially Confirms Spider-Man Replacement
Tom Holland has said that a long-term plan exists to pass on the role of Spider-Man, suggesting his version of Peter Parker will eventually have a successor. His comments have revived speculation that Miles Morales could take over, though no replacement has been officially named. Speaking on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Holland said planning…
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Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is a quirky life sim that’s worth buying at this discount
The Verge highlights a discount on Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, describing Nintendo’s eccentric social simulation game as a worthwhile purchase for players interested in building a Mii-filled island community. The game’s appeal lies in its unpredictable character interactions, which can produce friendships, arguments, romances and marriages among customised residents. Woot is selling the region-free…
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The 12 best new metal songs you need to hear right now
Metal Hammer’s weekly new-music round-up for 31 July 2026 highlights 12 recently released metal tracks, ranging from established figures to emerging artists. The selection is presented as a listening guide ahead of a busy late-summer and autumn festival and touring period. – Tony Iommi is among the featured established artists. – Electric Callboy and President…
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Sony acknowledges backlash, “cautiously” moves ahead with end of PlayStation discs
Sony says it will proceed cautiously with plans to stop producing physical PlayStation game discs from January 2028, despite considerable opposition from players and industry figures. The decision matters because it would further shift PlayStation purchases towards revocable digital licences, raising concerns about ownership, preservation and access if digital stores later close. Sony says the…
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Prime Video Officially Doubles Down on Anime With Historic Streaming Change
Amazon has launched a combined STARZ and Crunchyroll subscription through Prime Video Channels in the United States, reflecting its push to make anime a more prominent part of its streaming offer. The move matters because it brings anime, films and premium drama together under a single billing and viewing platform, potentially making subscriptions more convenient…