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In Clint Eastwood's 2010 film "Hereafter," Matt Damon plays George Lonegan, a gentle, kind fellow who relaxes to audiobooks of actor Derek Jacobi reading the works of Charles Dickens. George is also psychic and possesses the ability to communicate with the dead -- not in any direct sort of way but through vague impressions and visions. Thus, he is occasionally hired by the bereaved to contact deceased loved ones. George can see shadows from what he believes to be the Other Side, but he is also a sensitive person who understands the emotionally fraught place that his clients seem to be in. Indeed, Eastwood presents George's psychic abilities as grounded and possibly not even real. It's conceivable that George is merely able to intuit what his clients need to hear to achieve closure on their grieving.

"Hereafter" features a web-like plot that involves several seemingly disparate threads. George develops a...

The modern era of the Internet has one well-known player: the bro conspiracy theorist. He’s often clad in a hoodie, clutching a tiny microphone as he narrows his eyes and laments about everything from the Earth being flat to the Covid-19 pandemic being connected to 5G. And now, thanks to “The Rabbit Hole,” Jimmy Kimmel is one of them.

“He really got into character really well,” Molly McNearney, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” co-head writer, executive producer and Kimmel’s wife, told TheWrap. “I think he’s observed conspiracy theorists.”

“The Rabbit Hole” is essentially the opposite of Seth Meyers’ “A Closer Look” or John Oliver’s “Last Week Tonight.” Each episode of the web series follows a hunched-over Kimmel as he seriously stares down the camera and explains his latest wild theory, from Elon Musk’s name meaning “small nuts” to boat wakes being the “chemtrails of the sea.” The...

The highly anticipated 3rd Annual Parapod Podcast Awards officially opened submissions for applications on April 14th, 2025, continuing its tradition of honoring the best and most compelling voices in the paranormal, supernatural, and unexplained podcasting genres.

"We are incredibly excited to bring back the Parapod Podcast Awards for its third year," said Tony Sweet, Founder. "The overwhelming response from podcasters and fans alike has shown usjust how powerful and impactful these voices are. We can't wait to celebrate the best of the best in 2025."

Since its inception, the Parapod Podcast Awards has become a premier platform recognizing outstanding contributions in the podcasting world, showcasing the creativity, dedication, and passion of hosts and creators who explore the mysteries of the universe.

The 2025 awards season promises to be bigger than ever, following a record-breaking year in 2024, where podcast submissions tripled compared to previous years. With growing interest and expanding categories, this year’s...

Prime Video has named Nicole Clemens as VP and head of international originals for Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios, effective July 7.

The appointment was announced by Kelly Day, VP of Prime Video International.

Clemens joins Prime Video from Paramount Television Studios, where she most recently served as president. In that capacity, she oversaw the development and production of several high-profile series that have found homes on Prime Video, including “Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,” “Reacher,” and “Cross.” Her tenure at Paramount also included a dual role as president of original scripted series for Paramount+, where she helped formulate the programming strategy for the streamer’s launch.

“Nicole is a highly respected and experienced media executive,” Day said in an internal announcement to Prime Video and Amazon MGM Studios teams, seen by Variety. “I’m delighted to share that she will be joining us to lead our international original teams,...

Chevelle have announced their 10th studio album, Bright as Blasphemy, arriving August 15th via Alchemy Recordings.

The Illinois alt-metal vets also dropped a new song, “Jim Jones,” the sequel to the album’s previously released lead single “Rabbit Hole.” The forceful track touts thick groove-metal riffs and an inspired performance from singer-guitarist Pete Loeffler, who puts his falsetto to work across the five-minute runtime.

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“History teaches us the longest rabbit hole has no end,” the band succinctly said about the new song via a press release, following up the ominous message expressed in the prior single “Rabbit Hole.” Themes of dystopian techno-futurism run through both songs, as well as the LP sleeve art and various track titles such as “AI Phobias” and “Shocked at the End of the World.”

“Human Existence encompasses both inherent challenges and potential,” stated the band. “It’s up to you how to pass the time.

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, continues to re-invent her look, posing for the Summer 2025 issue of “Allure” magazine, wearing Balenciaga, Christian Louboutin, Jenny Bird and a whole lot more, photographed by Dan Beleiu:

Kidman began her acting career in Australia with the 1983 films “Bush Christmas” and “BMX Bandits”.

Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the thriller feature “Dead Calm” and the TV miniseries “Bangkok Hilton”.

In 1990, she achieved international success with the action film “Days of Thunder”.

She received greater recognition with lead roles in “Far and Away” (1992), “Batman Forever” (1995), “To Die For” (1995) and “Eyes Wide Shut” (1999).

In 2003, she won the ‘Academy Award’ for ‘Best Actress’ for her portrayal of writer ‘Virginia Woolf’ in the drama film “The Hours” (2002).

Among her numerous feature films, Kidman received additional Academy Award nominations for her roles in the musical “Moulin Rouge!” (2001)…

….and the dramas “Rabbit Hole” (2010), “Lion” (2016) and “Being the Ricardos” (2021).

Kidman's television roles include...

Kiefer Sutherland, best known for starring in various action-thriller projects like 24 and Rabbit Hole, has showcased his versatility across different genres since the start of his acting career. He also ventured into supernatural territory, with a few credits in horror features, including the often-overlooked horror mystery Mirrors. Released in 2008, the supernatural horror movie sadly didn't receive widespread critical acclaim, holding only a 15% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes. Some critics criticized the movie for its weak plot, while some audiences appreciated the atmospheric appeal of the film. Although Mirrors received mixed reviews upon its release, it might receive a new lease on life (and a newfound following), as it will be heading to its new streaming home this June.

According to Cbr, the Alexandre Aja-helmed horror feature will be available for streaming on Hulu starting June 1, 2025. It will be joining the streamer's extensive horror catalog, which includes titles, like The Curse of La Llorona,...

The world premiere production of The Balusters by Kimberly Akimbo writer David Lindsay-Abaire has been added to Manhattan Theatre Club’s 2025-2026 season, joining the previously announced Broadway premiere of James Graham’s acclaimed Punch.

The Balusters, to be directed by Kenny Leon, will open at Mtc’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre in spring 2026 (Punch opens there in the fall). Lindsay-Abaire won the 2007 Pulitzer Prize for Rabbit Hole, a Manhattan Theatre Club production.

Mtc today also announced an Off Broadway addition to its 2025-2026 season: A newly imagined version of Queens by Pulitzer Prize winner Martyna Majok (Cost of Living), to be directed by Trip Cullman with an opening in fall 2025 Off-Broadway at NY City Center Stage I. Queens joins Mtc’s spring 2026 Off Broadway production The Monsters, written and directed by Ngozi Anyanwu in a co-production with Two River Theater.

Additional productions for Mtc’s 2025-26 season will be announced soon.

Tony Award and Pulitzer Prize winner David Lindsay-Abaire is bringing a new play to Broadway next season.

The play, The Balusters, will make its world premiere at Manhattan Theatre Club’s Samuel J. Friedman Theatre in spring 2026. Kenny Leon, who directed Our Town and Othello on Broadway this season, will helm the production.

The Balusters follows the neighborhood association in a small community which is upended by a newcomer who suggests installing a stop sign on the community’s most beautiful block.

Lindsay-Abaire’s previous plays at Manhattan Theatre Club have included the Pulitzer Prize-winning Rabbit Hole, the Tony Award-nominated Good People, Ripcord, Wonder of the World, Fuddy Meers and Kimberly Akimbo. Lindsay-Abaire later adapted the play version of Kimberly Akimbo into the Tony Award-winning musical, alongside Jeanine Tesori.

“Manhattan Theatre Club has been my artistic home since I was a baby-playwright, so of course I’m thrilled to be back with The Balusters,...

Spoiler Alert !!!The following article contains massive spoilers for Episode 6 of The Beginning After the End.

The Beginning After the End seems to go deeper into the rabbit hole of anime adaptation issues with every episode it releases. Episode 6 gives viewers the worst parents in anime history in the form of the anime versions of Reynolds and Alice. While their manhwa counterparts are warm and caring, the anime makes them seem like bad parents who don’t care about their son.

This problem of changing a character’s personality is not limited to Reynolds and Alice, but also extends to the anime’s portrayal of Arthur, who lacks the charm and life of his manhwa counterpart. While jarring animations and shoddy frames can be excused, making the characters of a beloved story feel lifeless is a big no.

The Beginning After the End is ruining its characters Virion introduces Arthur...

‘Allegiance’ Creator Anar Ali Signs With Atlas

The creator of CBC and NBCUniversal’s Allegiance has signed with Atlas Literary and Atlas Artists in the U.S. Anar Ali is behind the hit show that is currently nominated for eight Canadian Screen Awards, including a writing nod for Ali and for Best Dramatic Series. Now into its third season after picking up a CBC renewal last week, Allegiance is a character-driven police procedural set in Surrey, British Columbia, which centers around identity and belonging, policing and politics and justice. Ali has also written a number of books and worked on shows like CTV’s Transplant. Her team at Atlas includes Alex Hertzberg, Ethan Harari and Adam Burger. “Anar is a unique artist with a powerful, transformative voice who has launched a hit in her native country. We look forward to helping her expand her audience to the global stage,” said Hertzberg,...

Chevelle have released the single “Rabbit Hole,” their first new song in four years.

The track arrives on the heels of a major North American tour announcement, as the alt-metal band is set to head out on a headlining trek with support from Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society this summer. Dates kick off in August, with tickets available here.

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Chevelle bust out gnarled guitar riffs on the new single, a four-minute slow-burn that builds to a crushing metallic breakdown. Singer-guitarist Pete Loeffler’s unwavering falsetto is in full flight throughout, projecting lyrics about modern internet-fueled paranoia.

“How about we all put on our tinfoil hats, slam a Dunkies, and go deep doomscrolling,” stated the band in a press release. “If that sounds like your sorta thing, we’ve got a new song for you called ‘Rabbit Hole. Enjoy.”

Chevelle’s last album was 2021’s Niratias,...

Bradley Cooper On Film Set (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Bradley Cooper’s latest directorial venture is stirring up more than just cinematic buzz, it’s causing a real-life drama in a quiet Queens neighborhood. While it must be remembered that film crews in Douglaston are nothing new, this particular production is proving to be an uninvited guest that locals just can’t wait to see wrap up and roll out.

Despite appearing in a few critically maligned young adult films during the first stage of his career, Miles Tellerhas always indicated that he has had more ambitious projects in mind for the future of his career. Many actors within his age group settled for regular roles in franchises, but Teller was smart to choose smaller, independent films that were more likely to be critically successful, including the devastating marital drama Rabbit Hole, the subversive high school romance The Spectacular Now, and the Academy Award-winning thriller Whiplash. While each of these films was the subject of heavy acclaim, Teller’s name was often left out of the praises, as he saw the majority of the accolades given to his co-stars. However, Teller gave one of his best performances ever in Bleed For This,a powerful sports biopic that required him to completely transform on screen.

A new trailer has been released for Dark Winds, the acclaimed series that has earned perfect scores of 100% for both of its first two seasons. They'll have a chance to do it again with Season 3, which will arrive on AMC and AMC+ on March 9.

Ahead of the Season 3 premiere, viewers can catch up on the first two seasons of the show on AMC+ as well as through the AMC Collection on Netflix. This will allow for fans to give themselves a refresher before the new episodes start airing again, while those who have yet to see the perfectly-scored series can get a chance to do so before Season 3 debuts. In any case, everyone can get a glimpse at what's to come in the new episodes by watching the official trailer for Dark Winds Season 3 below.

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Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, star of the new feature “Babygirl”, poses for the February 2025 issue of “Marie Claire” (Australia) magazine, photographed by Vickie King:

Kidman began her acting career in Australia with the 1983 films “Bush Christmas” and “BMX Bandits”.

Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the thriller film “Dead Calm” and the miniseries “Bangkok Hilton”.

In 1990, she achieved international success with the action film “Days of Thunder”. She received greater recognition with lead roles in “Far and Away” (1992), “Batman Forever” (1995), “To Die For” (1995) and “Eyes Wide Shut” (1999).

In 2003, she won the ‘Academy Award’ for ‘Best Actress’ for her portrayal of writer ‘Virginia Woolf’ in the drama film “The Hours” (2002).

Among her numerous feature films, Kidman received additional Academy Award nominations for her roles in the musical “Moulin Rouge!” (2001) and the dramas “Rabbit Hole” (2010), “Lion” (2016) and “Being the Ricardos” (2021).

Kidman's television roles include “Hemingway & Gellhorn” (2012), “Big Little Lies” (2017–2019), “Top of the Lake: China Girl...

The third and final season of “Bosch: Legacy” will drop on Prime Video March 27.

“Bosch: Legacy” chronicles the experiences of private investigator Harry Bosch (Titus Welliver), attorney Honey “Money” Chandler (Mimi Rogers) and patrol cop Maddie Bosch (Madison Lintz). The ten-episode final season is adapted from Michael Connelly novels “Desert Star” and “The Black Ice.” In this season, Harry Bosch navigates a family’s disappearance while Chandler readies for becoming District Attorney in Los Angeles, and Maddie Bosch deals with robberies.

“As we approach the final season of Bosch: Legacy, we are so proud of what this series has accomplished and while it’s bittersweet to see it come to a close we’re immensely satisfied with the journey,” Amazon MGM Studios head of television Vernon Sanders said in a statement. “We’re grateful to Michael Connelly, Titus Welliver, and the rest of the cast and crew for the captivating...

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Prime Target is a mystery thriller drama miniseries created by Steve Thompson. The Apple TV+ series follows Edward Brooks, a brilliant post-graduate mathematics student who discovers that his work could potentially become the key to access every computer in the world. He soon begins to notice that people want to destroy his work. Prime Target stars Leo Woodall, Quintessa Swindell, Sidse Babett Knudsen, David Morrissey, Stephen Rea, and Fra Fee. So, if you loved the thrilling conspiracy, mysterious story, and compelling characters in Prime Target, here are some shows you should check out next.

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London Spy is a British conspiracy and mystery thriller drama series created by Tom Rob Smith. The BBC Two series follows Danny, a young man who meets and falls in love with Alex, a brilliant MI6 code genius.

AMC Networks has released a new trailer for Dark Winds Season 3, which will premiere on AMC and AMC+ on Sunday, March 9 at 9 p.m. Et/Pt. The first two seasons of the critically lauded series have perfect 100-point scores on Rotten Tomatoes.

The expanded third season, featuring eight episodes, picks up six months after the events of Season 2 and follows Lt. Joe Leaphorn (Zahn McClarnon) and Jim Chee (Kiowa Gordon) as they investigate the disappearance of two boys, with only an abandoned bicycle and blood-stained patch of ground left in their wake.

Meanwhile, Bernadette Manuelito (Jessica Matten) attempts to settle into her new life 500 miles from home with the Border Patrol but stumbles across a conspiracy involving human and drug smuggling with far-reaching implications.

Dark Winds stars Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, Jessica Matten and Deanna Allison.

Joining the series this season as guest stars are Jenna Elfman as FBI Special Agent Sylvia Washington,...

Deadpool Vs. Wolverine MCU (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Deadpool 3 might’ve been delayed before, but it’s finally here and living up to the hype. Director Shawn Levy teased an epic showdown between Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) and Wolverine (Hugh Jackman) in the MCU. Unlike their previous X-Men Origins: Wolverine encounter, this face-off is different, with tons of style and chaos. “Deadpool’s awesome, but he’s deeply flawed — and Wolverine is Wolverine,” Levy alluded.

And here’s the kicker: Deadpool might not always win. Shocking, right? But, apparently, Reynolds is all about putting the story first, not getting all the glory. According to Levy, “Ryan operates from a place of ‘What’s going to be most satisfying to the story?’” This isn’t about ego battles between Reynolds and Jackman. No, it’s about delivering the best, most satisfying film possible.

But I don’t think these two will be pulling punches off-screen,...

Nicole Kidman Rabbit Hole Role (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Nicole Kidman didn’t just play Becca in Rabbit Hole—she practically became her. And not in some “method actor” way. No, Kidman plunged so deep into the grief of losing a child that she ended up producing the damn movie too. Why? Because she had something to prove. To herself, Hollywood, and anyone who thought a film about loss could be too dark to sell.

Rabbit Hole isn’t your average tearjerker. It’s raw and brutally honest. Kidman’s character, Becca, a grieving mother, wrestles with rage, grief, and hopelessness after losing her son. Her emotions hit hard—neck muscles bulging, hands twisting. Kidman made it real, not holding back an ounce of the pain. “It was really raw, and I felt it was genuine and delicate,” Kidman alluded. Yeah, there’s no sugar-coating here.

But hold up—this film...

Blake Lively made headlines earlier this week after she filed a complaint against her It Ends With Us co-star and director Justin Baldoni. Lively accused Baldoni of s*xual harassment and retaliation and an investigation revealed that the Jane the Virgin star had orchestrated a smear campaign against Lively after the release of the film.

Despite the controversies surrounding it, It Ends With Us turned out to be a commercially successful film and spoke about important themes that many would have experienced. When an interviewer asked Lively if she ‘ugly cried’ during the film, the actress mentioned that apart from Nicole Kidman, no one else cried cutely.

Blake Lively claimed no one other than Nicole Kidman looked cute while crying Blake Lively in It Ends With Us | Credits: Sony Pictures Releasing

Some films make the audience emotional and then there are the ones that break them. A particularly moving piece...

Nicole Kidman almost left Hollywood for good in 2008.

After moving to Nashville and giving birth to her first daughter with country superstar Keith Urban, the Academy Award winner thought she was “pretty much done” with acting and wanted to turn her full attention to her new family. That is until her mother stepped in and urged her to keep going.

“When I get birth to [Sunday Kidman-Urban], I was like, ‘Well, I think I’m pretty much done now,'” Kidman told CBS News. “We were living on a farm, and that’s when my mother said, ‘I wouldn’t give up completely. Keep a finger sort of in it.’ And I’m like, ‘No, no. I’m done now. I’m done.’ She’s going, ‘Just listen to me. Keep moving forward. Not saying that you have to do it to the level you’ve been doing it, but I wouldn’t give it up completely.

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, star of the upcoming ‘erotic’ feature “Babygirl”, poses for a special issue of “The Hollywood Reporter“, wearing Gucci, Wempe, Bottega Veneta and a whole lot more, photographed by Alique:

Kidman began her acting career in Australia with the 1983 films “Bush Christmas” and “BMX Bandits”.

Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the thriller film “Dead Calm” and the miniseries “Bangkok Hilton”.

In 1990, she achieved international success with the action film “Days of Thunder”. She received greater recognition with lead roles in “Far and Away” (1992), “Batman Forever” (1995), “To Die For” (1995) and “Eyes Wide Shut” (1999).

In 2003, she won the ‘Academy Award’ for ‘Best Actress’ for her portrayal of writer ‘Virginia Woolf’ in the drama film “The Hours” (2002).

Among her numerous feature films, Kidman received additional Academy Award nominations for her roles in the musical “Moulin Rouge!” (2001) and the dramas “Rabbit Hole” (2010), “Lion” (2016) and “Being the Ricardos” (2021).

Kidman's television roles include...

Nicole Kidman could make Golden Globes history come nominations morning, Dec. 9. If she gets in for both the A24 film “Babygirl” and the Netflix miniseries “The Perfect Couple,” that would put her at 21 career citations and set the record for having the second-most noms for an actor. This would tie her with Jack Lemmon who’s also at 21, and put her behind Meryl Streep with the record of 33.

As it stands, Kidman is sitting on an impressive 19 total Golden Globe nominations, a number shared with Shirley MacLaine and Al Pacino. Below are all of the projects and categories Kidman has been recognized for at the Golden Globes. The six in gold are her wins.

Acting

Best Film Drama Actress (7)

“The Others” (2001), “The Hours” (2002), “Cold Mountain” (2003), “Birth” (2004), “Rabbit Hole” (2010), “Destroyer” (2018), “Being the Ricardos” (2021).

Best Film Comedy/Musical Actress (2)

“To Die For” (1995), “Moulin Rouge” (2001).

Best Film Supporting Actress (3)

“Billy Bathgate” (1991), “The Paperboy...

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, star of the upcoming feature “Babygirl”, poses for “L’Officiel” (USA) magazine, wearing Balenciaga, Omega, Ralph Lauren and a whole lot more, photographed by Matthew Brookes:

Kidman began her acting career in Australia with the 1983 films “Bush Christmas” and “BMX Bandits”.

Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the thriller film “Dead Calm” and the miniseries “Bangkok Hilton”.

In 1990, she achieved international success with the action film “Days of Thunder”. She received greater recognition with lead roles in “Far and Away” (1992), “Batman Forever” (1995), “To Die For” (1995) and “Eyes Wide Shut” (1999).

In 2003, she won the ‘Academy Award’ for ‘Best Actress’ for her portrayal of writer ‘Virginia Woolf’ in the drama film “The Hours” (2002).

Among her numerous feature films, Kidman received additional Academy Award nominations for her roles in the musical “Moulin Rouge!” (2001) and the dramas “Rabbit Hole” (2010), “Lion” (2016) and “Being the Ricardos” (2021).

Kidman's television roles include “Hemingway & Gellhorn...

Exclusive: Sugar23 has named Alec Stern Vice President of Production for Film & TV, promoting Jacob Snyder to Literary Manager.

In his new role, Stern will advance Sugar23’s focus on developing impactful content. He brings with him a breadth of experience from previous roles at Paramount Television Studios, Anonymous Content, FX, and WME. Most recently, he served as Director of Original Content at Paramount+, following his position as Director of Development at Paramount Television Studios. At Paramount, he played a key role in developing and producing standout series including The Offer, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, Fatal Attraction, and Rabbit Hole.

Snyder began his career at UTA before joining Sugar23 and quickly establishing himself as a rising talent. Going forward, he’ll continue to guide a dynamic roster of clients across the literary and talent departments, including working on the teams of Cailee Spaeny (Priscilla), Diane Lane (The Perfect Storm...

Kiefer Sutherland returns his action roots in a new Sierra Madre image as hopes remain high he'll return for a 24 movie. Directed by Justin Chadwick, Sierra Madre stars Sutherland as Captain Jordan Wright, the leader of an elite squadron who finds himself in a battle with violent cartels after he and his men take leave for a wedding in Mexico. Delbert Hancock and Ian Mackenzie Jeffers penned the script for the film, which also stars Ashton Sanders, Laura Osma, Solly McLeod, and Omar Chaparro, among others.

Screen Daily now provides a first look at Sutherland in Sierra Madre, which they say is currently filming in Colombia. The image features Sutherland, sporting a beard and wearing a black jacket in a jungle-like environment, holding a submachine gun and looking worriedly at something off-screen. No other cast members are present in the image, unfortunately, but the star certainly looks right at home back in the action genre.

Kiefer Sutherland is the actor you want when a film or TV show falls under the action/thriller genre. Sutherland is a veteran with shows like 24, Designated Survivor, and Rabbit Hole under his belt. Next, the actor will be seen in Sierra Madre, a thriller film set in Mexico that finds a military squad engaged in combat with a murderous cartel when the latter invades a village. Sutherland plays Captain Jordan Wright in the film directed by Justin Chadwick. Sierra Madre is currently in production in Colombia. Read the official synopsis below.

AMC Networks has revealed a teaser trailer and first-look images from the highly-anticipated upcoming season of its hit noir drama, Dark Winds, which will return with all new episodes exclusively on AMC and AMC+ on Sunday, March 9 at 9pm Et/Pt. The first two seasons of the critically lauded series both have perfect 100-point scores on Rotten Tomatoes. Dark Winds stars Zahn McClarnon, Kiowa Gordon, Jessica Matten and Deanna Allison. Ahead of the Season 3 premiere, viewers can catch up on the captivating first two seasons of Dark Winds on AMC+ and via the AMC Collection on Netflix.

The expanded third season, featuring eight episodes, picks up six months after the events of Season 2 and follows Lt. Joe Leaphorn (McClarnon) and Jim Chee (Gordon) as they investigate the disappearance of two boys, with only an abandoned bicycle and blood-stained patch of ground left in their wake. Meanwhile, Bernadette Manuelito (Matten) attempts...

Whiplash's cast consists of some fantastic actors, both those who have gone on to bigger things and those who used to be - or still are - household names. By the time of Whiplash's climactic ending, each cast member chosen for the film proves why they were picked for the project, and why it is one of the more acclaimed movies of the 2010s regarding its acting abilities. While Whiplash is not based on a true story that sports real-life characters or locations, it was inspired by writer-director Damien Chazelle's time as a music student.

The film's story is about an aspiring drummer being pushed to his limits to be the best musician he can be by an abusive, threatening, demanding teacher. Eventually, Whiplash culminates in one of the best movie endings of all time, led by two outstanding central performances. This ending is a large factor...

Only Murders In The Building season 4 has continued to win over the hearts and minds of audiences, and Screen Rant has a first listen to key selections from its soundtrack. The Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez crime comedy series has been helped along by music from Siddhartha Khosla since the first season and the composer once again returned to underscore the investigation into Sazz murder. Khoslas other work includes Nancy Drew, Elsbeth, and This Is Us, and he even won an Emmy Award for his work on Only Murders In The Building season 3.

Screen Rant is happy to present a first listen to a three-track sampler from the Only Murders In The Building season 4 soundtrack. Screen Rants Only Murders in the Building season 4 review praised the seasons personal stakes and said the show had rediscovered its creative spark, and the three tracks in the sampler sound fittingly creative and intimate.

From backflips to sports visual aids, here are our 10 favorite moments from weekend two of the Austin City Limits Music Festival, where artists like rising star Chappell Roan, SoCal rapper Vince Staples, and TikToker Petey delivered show-stopping sets. And check out our coverage of Chris Stapleton’s homage to Austin’s past and present, featuring surprise guest Willie Nelson.

Benson Boone

Benson Boone brought an infectious energy to Acl with a performance that started in the most unexpected way: two backflips off his piano. The singer’s acrobatic opener set the tone for a dynamic set filled with soaring vocals and catchy, heartfelt love songs.

Emei

The BMI stage is known for highlighting the best up-and-coming talent, and this year Emei stole the show. Her vocal power, catchy hooks, and undeniable charisma made for one of the best sets of the weekend. Songs like “Rabbithole” and “Crazy Stupid Love” had the crowd vibing,...

Thanks to its premiere at the Venice International Film Festival, Babygirl made waves ahead of its theatrical release and it helps that it boasts an all-star cast. Directed by Halina Reijn (Bodies Bodies Bodies), the Nicole Kidman-led erotic thriller centers on Romy, a high-powered CEO who finds herself entangled in a high-stakes affair with her much younger intern, Samuel (Harris Dickinson). Although Romy is mostly satisfied with her long-time marriage to Jacob (Antonio Banderas), something is missing when it comes to desire and sex. Hailed as one of the best erotic thrillers in years, Babygirl explores complex power dynamics.

Not only does the film feature an age-gap romance, but Babygirl plays with the characters' positions of power. While Kidman's Romy is in charge in the workplace, the ever-confident Samuel takes control elsewhere. The character-driven narrative easily makes Babygirl one of Nicole Kidman's best movies, though it also leaves ample room for Dickinson,...

Sri Lankan filmmaker Ilango Ram and producer Hiranya Perera are set to present their upcoming feature “Rabbit Hole” at Busan’s Asian Project Market, aiming to shed light on the persistent social stratification in their country.

The project, which explores the lives of Indian Tamils in Sri Lanka’s tea plantations and their role as domestic workers in middle-class households, stems from Ram’s personal connection to the community. “Witnessing Tamil maids employed across middle and upper class households evokes deep discomfort, prompting an honest exploration of pain and frustration,” Ram told Variety.

“Rabbit Hole” follows a middle-class Sri Lankan family whose life is disrupted when they learn their maid has cancer, leading to a series of events that expose underlying social tensions and culminate in a tragic climax.

Ram, whose previous film “Tentigo” won the special jury award at Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival, aims to delve into the...

Nicole Kidman could be on the verge of receiving her sixth acting Oscar bid for the upcoming A24 erotic thriller “Babygirl,” directed by Halina Reijn, best known for the indie film “Bodies Bodies Bodies” (2022). With the movie already making its premiere at the Venice International Film Festival and Kidman taking home the Volpi Cup for Best Actress, let’s take a closer look at her five previous Oscar nominations, including her one win.

Her first recognition came for the Baz Luhrmann jukebox musical “Moulin Rouge” (2001), where Kidman portrayed a cabaret performer and courtesan in love with an English poet. It is certainly one of her most physical performances, as she performs extravagant musical numbers and showcases strong emotions as her character Satine suffers through an illness. Kidman won the Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy and was part of the movie’s eight Oscar nominations,...

Although Nicole Kidman recently accepted the American Film Institute’s Life Achievement Award in recognition of her four-decade acting career, there is no indication that her life’s work is anywhere near finished. Indeed, according to Gold Derby’s racetrack odds, the 56-year-old is well on her way to picking up her sixth Oscar nomination for her lead performance in the critically acclaimed “Babygirl,” which would make her the 13th AFI honoree to subsequently earn film academy recognition in a competitive category.

The fact that Kidman’s life achievement award was presented by her pal and costar, Meryl Streep, is quite fitting given that she’s the only woman to go from being an AFI recipient to an Oscar contender. Since receiving the AFI honor in 2004, she has racked up a whopping eight bids, including a successful one for “The Iron Lady” (2012). A previous champ for “Kramer vs. Kramer” (1980) and...

The world's most iconic virtual reality idol is finally starring in her first anime movie. Vocaloid artist Hatsune Miku headlines the upcoming 2025 release of Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't Sing.

The official Colorful Stage YouTube channel released the debut main trailer for the first theatrical Miku anime movie. Based on the popular video game Hatsune Miku: Colorful Stage!, Colorful Stage! The Movie: A Miku Who Can't Sing follows second-year student Ichika Hoshino as she unravels the mystery surrounding the virtual pop idol. After hearing a Miku song she's never heard at a music store, Ichika receives a message from the Vocaloid singer, claiming she cannot reach anyone with her voice no matter how hard she sings. Miku, who just watched Ichika connect with her audience through her live street performance, believes she's the key to helping her regain her presence in the music world.

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The Best Actress race is already extremely stacked as we get closer to the 2025 awards season, with at least 10 significant contenders about to battle it out for only five slots at the Oscars. But if there’s one performance that is going to make it in, I believe it’s Nicole Kidman in “Babygirl,” written and directed by Halina Reijn. Why? Here are my top five reasons.

1. The performance.

Kidman gives a ferocious tour-de-force performance in “Babygirl,” which played at the Venice and Toronto Film Festivals and is opening in theaters in December. Kidman plays a high-powered CEO named Romy who enters a relationship with an intern named Samuel (Harris Dickinson) and in turn puts her job and family in jeopardy. Romy makes questionable choices throughout the narrative, but Kidman always keeps her grounded and empathetic in what I believe is her best movie performance since 2010’s “Rabbit Hole.”

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Exclusive: Aaron Eckhart will star in the Jesse V. Johnson-directed action thriller Scorpion, written by Corey Large (Detective Knight trilogy) and Edward Drake (Gasoline Alley).

In the movie, a CIA assassin goes into hiding after he takes the fall for a failed mission. When he reappears on the grid so does his past to tie up loose ends, and the only way to protect his daughter is to take down the agency chief who set him up.

Scorpion is produced by Large through his 308 Enterprises. The film is executive produced by Arclight Films’ Gary Hamilton, Jordan Nott, Pia Patatian, Jamie Thompson and Jon Keeyes and financed by Pink 308. Arclight Films is handling global sales.

Eckhart received a Best Actor Musical or Comedy Golden Globe nomination for Jason Reitman’s Thank You for Smoking and received an Independent Spirit Award for Best Debut Performance in...

One of the standout memories from my last semester of college was hearing the strong word-of-mouth around the breakout from that year’s Sundance Film Festival, “Whiplash.” I can remember the excitement around a new, potentially generational filmmaker bursting onto the scene, as well as an intense, young actor starting to make his mark in films like “Rabbit Hole,” “The Spectacular Now,” and now this. Moreover, having just binged the HBO prison drama “Oz,” I was thrilled by the possibility of one its ensemble cast members, J.K. Simmons, taking on a role that required him to lean on his more sociopathic abilities.

The first time I saw the film, winner of both the Audience Award and the Grand Jury Prize, it was followed by a Q&a with Simmons in which he spoke on the animalistic nature of his character, jazz instructor Terence Fletcher, and how, despite Damien Chazelle’s youthful appearance,...

It’s an often-touted cliche that a great way to win an Oscar is for a performer to portray a real-life person. Cillian Murphy won Best Actor earlier this year for playing J. Robert Oppenheimer in “Oppenheimer,” Jessica Chastain took home Best Actress in 2022 for her portrayal of Tammy Faye Bakker in “The Eyes of Tammy Faye,” and Rami Malek won Best Actor in 2019 for his depiction of Freddie Mercury in “Bohemian Rhapsody.”

It’s curious, then, that Best Actress has often been rewarded to performers playing fictional characters rather than real people. Over the past decade, 28 of the 50 nominations have been for original turns, with a whopping seven of those winning out of 10. Here’s the complete breakdown.

Two out of 2024’s Best Actress nominees were nominated for playing fictional people. The others were Annette Bening (“Nyad”), Lily Gladstone (“Killers of the Flower Moon”), and Carey Mulligan (“Maestro”). However,...

If you’re missing The Night Agent, welcome to the club! Let’s cheer ourselves up by watching one (or all) of these seven shows like The Night Agent.

Okay, don’t hold your breath, but The Night Agent season 2 may be here by the end of 2024! As we reported earlier this month, Netflix may have quietly confirmed the release window for when season 2 of the action series The Night Agent will arrive. And, if true, it’s soon! On the official Instagram account for the series, a follower asked, “Is Season 2 approaching really really fast or is it just approaching…?” Yes, fellow fan! You’re asking the real questions here!

To our surprise, the account responded and shared that November is “the anticipated release.” So you’re telling me new episodes will be here by Thanksgiving? What a gift! But not so fast. The response from the account no longer appears.

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman, star of the new feature “Babygirl”, poses for “L’Officiel” (USA) magazine, wearing Balenciaga, Omega, Ralph Lauren and a whole lot more, photographed by Matthew Brookes:

Kidman began her acting career in Australia with the 1983 films “Bush Christmas” and “BMX Bandits”.

Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the thriller film “Dead Calm” and the miniseries “Bangkok Hilton”.

In 1990, she achieved international success with the action film “Days of Thunder”. She received greater recognition with lead roles in “Far and Away” (1992), “Batman Forever” (1995), “To Die For” (1995) and “Eyes Wide Shut” (1999).

In 2003, she won the ‘Academy Award’ for ‘Best Actress’ for her portrayal of writer ‘Virginia Woolf’ in the drama film “The Hours” (2002).

Among her numerous feature films, Kidman received additional Academy Award nominations for her roles in the musical “Moulin Rouge!” (2001) and the dramas “Rabbit Hole” (2010), “Lion” (2016) and “Being the Ricardos” (2021).

Kidman's television roles include “Hemingway & Gellhorn...

Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman poses for “L’Officiel” (USA) magazine, wearing Balenciaga, Omega, Ralph Lauren and a whole lot more, photographed by Matthew Brookes:

Kidman began her acting career in Australia with the 1983 films “Bush Christmas” and “BMX Bandits”.

Her breakthrough came in 1989 with the thriller film “Dead Calm” and the miniseries “Bangkok Hilton”.

In 1990, she achieved international success with the action film “Days of Thunder”. She received greater recognition with lead roles in “Far and Away” (1992), “Batman Forever” (1995), “To Die For” (1995) and “Eyes Wide Shut” (1999).

In 2003, she won the ‘Academy Award’ for ‘Best Actress’ for her portrayal of writer ‘Virginia Woolf’ in the drama film “The Hours” (2002).

Among her numerous feature films, Kidman received additional Academy Award nominations for her roles in the musical “Moulin Rouge!” (2001) and the dramas “Rabbit Hole” (2010), “Lion” (2016) and “Being the Ricardos” (2021).

Kidman's television roles include “Hemingway & Gellhorn” (2012), “Big Little Lies” (2017–2019), “Top of the Lake: China Girl...

The Asian Project Market (Apm) has revealed the 30 projects officially selected for its 2024 edition, set to take place from October 5 (Sat) to 8 (Tues) in Busan, South Korea. As Asia's most prominent investment and co-production market, Apm continues to serve as a vital platform for connecting filmmakers with international investors and collaborators.

Record Number of Submissions and Diverse Genre Representation Highlight Asia's Premier Investment and Co-Production Market

Marking its 27th year, the 2024 Apm has achieved a new milestone with an all-time high of 441 submissions from 44 regions. From this extensive pool of projects emerging from Asia's diverse political, social, and cultural backgrounds, 30 projects representing 17 regions were meticulously selected. This year's lineup features an expanded variety of genres, including crime thrillers, horror, queer cinema, and animated films, alongside the more traditional selections of drama, comedy, and romance. The selection underscores Apm's commitment to promoting diverse storytelling and creative freedom across Asia.

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Photo: Olivier Renaud, Rebecca Dalton Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Courtesy Johnson Production Group

Rebecca Dalton and Olivier Renaud star in the new, original movie Head Over Heels on Hallmark Channel. Premiering on August 31, the movie is part of the network’s annual Summer Nights programming event. Read on to find out the plot of the movie and its cast, including images taken on the movie’s set.

Rebecca Dalton and Olivier Renaud in Head Over Heels on Hallmark Channel Photo: Alexandra Castillo, Curtis Legault, Laura Wilson Credit: ©2024 Hallmark Media/Photographer: Courtesy Johnson Production Group

According to the official press release, the movie tells the story of a shoe designer who finds her perfect fit while working for a formidable footwear icon. Addi (Dalton), the shoe designer, had always dreamed of being a shoe designer like her idol, the trailblazing female phenomenon, Delaney Diaz (Alexandra Castillo). She established her luxury shoe...

Busan International Film Festival (Biff) has revealed 30 titles chosen for the 2024 Asian Project Market (Apm), including upcoming features by award-winners Kirsten Tan, Iqbal H. Chowdhury, Woo Ming Jin and Daishi Matsunaga.

The investment and co-production market, which runs as part of Biff’s Asian Contents and Film Market (Acfm), is set to take place from October 5-8 in Busan, South Korea.

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This year’s Apm selection features an expanded variety of genres, including crime thrillers, horror, queer cinema, and animated films, alongside the more traditional selections of drama, comedy and romance. Organisers said...

USA Network has found its star for their reboot of John Grisham’s The Rainmaker.

Mad Men alum John Slattery will be leading the yet-to-be-announced cast of the drama from Lionsgate Television and Blumhouse Television that counts Grisham, along with writer Michael Seitzman (Code Black, Intelligence), Jason Richman (Stumptown, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon), David Gernert and Jason Blum as executive producers. Richman and Seitzman co-wrote the pilot.

Slattery will play Leo F. Drummond, one of Grisham’s most iconic characters, a legendary lion of the courtroom and senior partner at Tinley Britt, the powerful firm that Rainmaker protagonist Rudy Baylor is up against.

The logline reads: “Fresh out of law school, Rudy Baylor goes head-to-head with courtroom lion Leo Drummond (Slettery) as well as his law school girlfriend. Rudy, along with his boss and her disheveled paralegal, uncover two connected conspiracies surrounding the mysterious death of their client’s son.

Michael Emerson is open to a potential Evil revival, but thinks it might be challenging due to the expensive nature of the show. A cheaper production for the show may be risky, potentially hurting its overall quality and impact on viewers. Paramount+ and other platforms face unique challenges if they choose to revive Evil with shorter episodes and reduced costs.

With the show's end on the horizon, Michael Emerson shares his thoughts on a potential Evil revival following the show's final season. After one successful season on CBS, followed by two acclaimed seasons on Paramount+, the supernatural drama about a team of assessors for the Catholic Church investigating purported paranormal events was revealed to be ending with its new season. Evil season 4's story has seen David, Ben and Kristen grappling with an increase in seemingly supernatural outbreaks in New York City, as well as Leland raising the supposed Antichrist.