Netflix is releasing a lengthy list of television and film titles to help audiences get through this year’s April showers. Premiering April 6 is the A24 Studio’s dark comedy-drama series “Beef,” in which the lives of strangers Danny (Steven Yeun) and Amy (Ali Wong) become intertwined following a road rage incident that sparks a feud…
Apple TV+’s Small-Town Character Study ‘The Big Door Prize’ Dives Into Existential Life Questions: TV Review
Is knowledge power, or is ignorance bliss? That central question drives Apple TV+’s “The Big Door Prize” through its first 10 episodes — although if you’re expecting a concrete answer, you may be disappointed. When the half-hour(ish) comedy debuts its first three episodes on March 29, it presents the residents of a small American town…
John Boyega Says ‘It’s Nicer Not Having to Be’ in ‘Star Wars’: ‘You Just Go Back to Being a Fan Again’
John Boyega has already aired his grievances about Disney’s fumbling of diversity in his “Star Wars” trilogy, notably telling GQ magazine in 2020, “What I would say to Disney is do not bring out a Black character, market them to be much more important in the franchise than they are and then have them pushed…
Yanks talk up starting SS Volpe’s ‘elite’ potential
Yankees stars such as Aaron Judge and Gerrit Cole have been impressed by 21-year-old Anthony Volpe’s talent and demeanor and believe he’s ready for the pressure of being the franchise’s youngest starting shortstop since Derek Jeter.
Five boys’ McDonalds All American Game matchups we love
When the best faces the best, as in the prestigious McDonald’s All American Game, it can make for some intriguing one-on-one matchups.
‘Deadpool 3’ Adds ‘Succession’ Favorite Matthew Macfadyen
The big bads of the Marvel Cinematic Universe should be a breeze for the man that’s survived the Roy family for almost four seasons, as “Succession” star Matthew Macfadyen has been cast in “Deadpool 3,” Variety has confirmed. The Ryan Reynolds franchise will welcome Macfadyen, who plays the fan-favorite Tom Wambsgans on the HBO water-cooler…
Post-#MeToo, Progress for Women in Hollywood Has Stalled. Will It Get Back on Track?
With Women’s History Month well underway, Variety asked female leaders in Hollywood a simple question: Are we better off today than we were five years ago? More pointedly, how many gains have there really been in the battle for gender equality since the industry’s great #MeToo reckoning – and what is the outlook for further…
‘Serial’ Subject Adnan Syed’s Murder Conviction Reinstated by Maryland Court
Adnan Syed’s murder conviction — which gained worldwide attention from the hit podcast “Serial” in 2014 — has taken another turn. A Maryland court has reinstated Syed’s conviction after it was previously overturned in September 2022 and Syed was released from prison. The Appellate Court of Maryland ruled on Tuesday that a lower court had…
Myke Towers, Anuel AA, Prince Royce and More Revealed as Performers for 2023 Latin American Music Awards
Myke Towers, Anuel AA, Edén Muñoz, and Prince Royce are among the first round of confirmed performers for the 2023 Latin American Music Awards taking place on April 20 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. Towers will be performing “Mi Droga,” the second track from his newly released “La Vida Es Una,”…
Jeremy Renner to Attend ‘Rennervations’ Premiere in Person, First Press Event Since Snow Plow Accident
Jeremy Renner will appear in person at the “Rennervations” world premiere, taking place April 11 at Los Angeles’ Regency Village Theater, Variety has confirmed. The event will mark Renner’s first press event since the actor’s Jan. 1 snow plow accident, which landed him in the hospital for blunt chest trauma and orthopedic injuries. In trying…