“Macbeth” is strewn with casualties — not just in its fictitious war scenes. The play has claimed a host of notable directors and actors, all succumbing to the play’s true curse: its subtle yet profound dramatic complexity. The issue seems paradoxical. How could a play as theatrically captivating as “Macbeth” ignite an audience’s fascination only … Read more
Western enthusiasts, meet your (not so) new fixation. If you’ve missed this hidden gem of the genre, it’s time to catch up on Netflix with the stunning, feminist western series known as “Godless”. Set in the American West of the 1880s, notorious criminal Frank Griffin and his outlaw gang have one mission: to seek revenge … Read more
Acclaimed actress Anne Hathaway has been living an alcohol-free life for over half a decade, a conscious decision she made to ensure she is fully present while raising her children. To her, maintaining this level of sobriety is a greater achievement than any particular age milestone. The famed actress known for her roles in “The … Read more
The success of “My Little Reindeer” on Netflix has resonated so strongly with viewers that some are attempting to identify the man who assaulted the series’ actor and director. In his series “My Little Reindeer,” in which he writes, directs, and stars as himself, Richard Gadd shares a part of his life. He discusses his … Read more
Just as Zendaya has contributed to the pattern of “Spider-Man” co-stars becoming romantic partners, the actress has also lived up to another franchise expectation. The “Challengers” star is conscious of the so-called “pipeline” that sees female leads from the “Spider-Man” series eventually take on roles in films centered around tennis. Her acknowledgement of this trend … Read more
Welcome to Screen Gab, your go-to newsletter for fresh ideas to spice up your watchlist. With the continuous rain in L.A. this winter, it’s possible you’ve exhausted your list of movies and TV shows. But worry not. We have a plethora of titles in this week’s Screen Gab to keep you entertained, from a trending … Read more
Andrew Scott acknowledges the significant role that “Fleabag” played in his career. However, he finds it rather uncomfortable that the series’ fans remain heartbroken, five years after the conclusion of the show created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Andrew Scott has been in the limelight for years, particularly known for his depiction of James Moriarty in the … Read more
It may come as a surprise to you, but the real name of the twice-crowned Oscar winner Emma Stone is actually Emily Stone. This week, she expressed her wish to be referred to by her birth name, despite having spent the greater part of her acting career under her popular pseudonym. During a mutual interview … Read more
Hi! I’m Mark Olsen, your regular guide to a world of Only Good Movies. This weekend in Los Angeles, Nicole Kidman will be honored with the American Film Institute’s Life Achievement Award, in a ceremony set to be broadcast in June. Kidman recently had a phone conversation with Glenn Whipp, not for an overall career … Read more
In the 90’s, a real-life cult operated between Canada, Switzerland, and France. This cult has served as the inspiration for “Anthracite,” the new French series on Netflix. In 1994, a cult in a small Alpine village made headlines with a mass suicide. Fast forward 30 years, and the murder of a woman following the strange … Read more
