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Nick Davis is the director of THIS ORDINARY THING, a documentary about the non-Jews who helped rescue Jews during the Holocaust. It's a collection of fascinating testimonies read by top-caliber actors (including Helen Mirren, Carrie Coon, Lily Tomlin, John Leguizamo, F. Murray Abraham, Lily Rabe) that present a time and place not so dissimilar to our own. These are ordinary people faced with the threat of genocide, the death of their friends and neighbors. Other people who they may consider friends spread hateful rhetoric. The way some people talked about the Jews in this documentary don't seem too far from the ways others will rationalize the Gazan genocide.This modernity is something Davis listed as a goal in this interview, not only as a way to keep this relevant to 2026, but also as the best way to keep these people and their stories alive. It's the ultimate goal of all history, I think, to persist when our bodies cannot.I asked Davis about the stories he couldn't shake, the process of getting Helen Mirren to say yes to the project (something he retells with an air of bewilderment, even as this movie's in the can and available to the public), and the ways which he crafted the story to breathe life back into 1940s Europe.---THIS ORDINARY THING is now available to stream on Prime or rent on Apple TV.Follow The Movies on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Letterboxd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Throw a couple dollars in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tip jar!

Ein schwarzer Aston Martin rast durch die Nacht. Die Straßen glänzen im Regen, während ein Mann im Smoking seinen nächsten Auftrag entgegennimmt. Wenige Sekunden später fällt jener Satz, der Filmgeschichte geschrieben hat: „The name's Bond. James Bond.“ Seit mehr als sechs Jahrzehnten gehört 007 zu den bekanntesten Figuren der Popkultur, ist britisches Kulturgut, Kino-Ikone und eine der erfolgreichsten Filmreihen aller Zeiten. In dieser Folge BRITPOD – England at its best widmen sich Alexander-Klaus Stecher und Claus Beling einer Frage, die Bond-Fans weltweit beschäftigt: Wer wird der nächste James Bond? Nach dem Abschied von Daniel Craig und dem Wechsel der kreativen Kontrolle zu Amazon MGM Studios beginnt für das Franchise eine neue Ära. Regisseur Denis Villeneuve arbeitet bereits am nächsten Film, während hinter den Kulissen intensiv nach dem neuen Gesicht von 007 gesucht wird. Namen wie Callum Turner, Aaron Taylor-Johnson oder Tom Francis werden immer wieder gehandelt – eine offizielle Entscheidung steht jedoch noch aus. Gleichzeitig wird eine Debatte geführt, die weit über die Besetzung hinausgeht. Wie viel Tradition braucht James Bond, wie viel Veränderung verträgt die Figur? Die langjährige Bond-Produzentin Barbara Broccoli, die das Franchise über Jahrzehnte geprägt hat, vertritt dabei teilweise andere Positionen als Hollywood-Stars wie Pierce Brosnan, Halle Berry oder Helen Mirren. Während viele an der klassischen Figur festhalten möchten, sehen andere die Chance, Bond neu zu interpretieren und an eine veränderte Welt anzupassen. Die Geschichte von James Bond war immer auch ein Spiegel ihrer Zeit. Von Sean Connerys Kalter-Krieg-Abenteuern über Roger Moores charmante Einsätze bis hin zu Daniel Craigs moderner Interpretation hat sich die Figur immer wieder neu erfunden. Nun steht die berühmteste Geheimagenten-Reihe der Filmgeschichte erneut an einem Wendepunkt, der ihre Zukunft für Jahrzehnte prägen könnte. Wer hat die besten Chancen auf die Lizenz zum Töten? Warum bewegt die Suche nach einem neuen Bond Fans rund um den Globus? Und wie wird sich 007 in einer neuen Ära behaupten? WhatsApp: Du kannst Alexander und Claus direkt auf ihre Handys Nachrichten schicken! Welche Ecke Englands sollten die beiden mal besuchen? Zu welchen Themen wünschst Du Dir mehr Folgen? Warst Du schon mal in Great Britain und magst ein paar Fotos mit Claus und Alexander teilen? Probiere es gleich aus: +49 8152 989770 - einfach diese Nummer einspeichern und schon kannst Du BRITPOD per WhatsApp erreichen. BRITPOD – England at its best. Ein ALL EARS ON YOU Original Podcast.

"Whoever saves one life, saves the entire world." — The Talmud Haunting, unforgettable, and deeply moving, this episode takes you inside the cinematic event 'This Ordinary Thing.' The film tells the remarkable true stories of non-Jews who risked everything to save thousands of Jewish strangers across Europe during The Holocaust.  Featuring never-before-seen archival footage and real testimonies, the film employs some of the world's greatest actors to perform excerpts translated directly from original historical transcripts.  Our legendary, all-star narrators have collectively amassed 5 Oscars, over 20 Academy Award nominations, 60+ Emmy nominations, and 25+ Tony nominations. Special Feature: Music by Tony-Award winning composer Adam Guettel (The Light in the Piazza, Floyd Collins). Directed by: Nick Davis (You Had To Be There / TIFF 2025) Executive Producer: Albert M. Tapper (Broadway Musicals: A Jewish Legacy) This film is a timely reminder of the pockets of goodness that can rise in a sea of evil, causing each of us to ask the ultimate contemporary question: "What would I have done?" Subscribe and leave a review to help bring these untold stories of everyday heroes to light. Watch the Official Movie Trailer    

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The fragile ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Lebanese government is overshadowed by an already notorious phone call where Donald Trump reportedly dropped multiple F-bombs on Benjamin Netanyahu for threatening Israeli strikes on Beirut. Yonit and Jonathan dissect the increasing strain in the US-Israel relationship - and a new equation set by Iran that will alarm all Israelis. Meanwhile, two warning signs this week for the state of Israeli democracy, as Netanyahu appoints his personal lawyer as State Comptroller, with members of the Knesset pressured to reveal their secret ballot - and a mob vandalizes the home of a Supreme Court justice in a bid to intimidate the judiciary over demands to exempt the ultra-Orthodox from mandatory military service. Also - an inquiry into antisemitism in UK's cherished NHS, while Canada's PM admits the country failed its Jews, prompting a new advisory council with a questionable membership. And finally (and thankfully), it's a crowded field for our mensch of the week award.   00:00 Introduction and Overview of Current Events 02:47 The Impact of Smartphones on Society 05:38 Ceasefire Agreements and Regional Tensions 09:22 US-Israel Relations and Political Dynamics 13:13 Political Appointments and Democratic Erosion in Israel 18:50 Judicial Intimidation and the Rule of Law 23:02 Global Anti-Semitism and Responses 29:35 Celebrating Women in Film: Helen Mirren and Emma Thompson 35:17 A Culinary Milestone: Mutra's Michelin Star  

Are Gen-Z filmmakers like Kane Parsons the new kings of Hollywood? Has Tom Hardy really been fired from the set of Mobland for upsetting Helen Mirren? And why is the author of the year's biggest memoir facing a backlash from readers? YouTube native Kane Parsons has smashed box office expectations with his A24 horror film, Backrooms - becoming the youngest filmmaker to open at No 1 in the US. Richard Osman and Marina Hyde discuss the success of low-budget horror and the YouTube-to-cinema pipeline. Speculation is mounting that Tom Hardy has been axed from hit crime drama Mobland, after clashes with the creators and British acting royalty. But are the rumours true? And how often do stars actually get fired? Belle Burden's bestselling marriage memoir, Strangers, has drawn fierce criticism after claims she exaggerated her financial ruin. Has the publishing industry's hunger for ‘true' stories broken the modern memoir? The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Lloyds. 250 years on and still backing the nation's aspirations. Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at therestisentertainment.com For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com Video Editor: James Clayden & Lorcan Moullier Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy Social Producer: Bex Tyrrell Exec Producer: Sam Psyk & Neil Fearn Filmed at www.westdigitalstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tom Hardy è davvero fuori da Mobland? Cannes 2026 ha premiato Fjord, Rick e Morty può arrivare al cinema, Backrooms e Obsession stanno riscrivendo le regole dell'horror, e John Rambo torna con un prequel che ha già arruolato James Franco. In questa puntata di SPINNEWS si parla del caos intorno a Mobland e ai rumor su Tom Hardy, dei vincitori di Cannes 2026, del possibile film di Rick e Morty, del boom di Backrooms e Obsession firmati da due registi giovanissimi arrivati da YouTube, e del prequel di Rambo con Noah Centineo, David Harbour e James Franco. Questa settimana Hollywood sembra essersi messa d'impegno: tra festival, litigi, franchise immortali e horror nati su internet, c'è parecchio da spacchettare. (00:00) I vincitori di Cannes 2026 (03:32) Tom Hardy fuori da MobLand ma difeso da Helen Mirren (05:48) Il film di Rick E Morty (08:04) Il record di Obsession e Backrooms (10:10) John Rambo e il ritorno di James Franco Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to the Monkey Nut Punch Podcast – Episode 383, where cancelled plans, returning stars, and franchise uncertainty dominate the headlines. NEWS Reports suggest Tom Hardy is in talks to return for another season of MobLand, with Helen Mirren publicly showing her support. A brand-new Sherlock Holmes project is in development, focusing on what is being described as the greatest villain in detective fiction. The latest Black Panther rumours are circulating once again, and this time one of the actors involved has addressed the speculation directly. The Batman Part II officially begins filming in the UK as Matt Reeves moves forward with the next chapter of his Gotham saga. Could Doctor Who skip 2026 altogether? We discuss the latest reports and why a break might not be the worst thing for the franchise. TRAILERS House of the Dragon Season 3 – HBO drops the final trailer for the next chapter of the Targaryen civil war. X-Men '97 Season 2 – Marvel Animation gives fans their first proper look at the highly anticipated follow-up season. REVIEWS Spider-Noir – Does Nicolas Cage's take on Marvel's noir detective world deliver? Backrooms – We dive into the internet horror phenomenon's latest adaptation and whether it lives up to the hype. Like, subscribe, and let us know which story caught your attention this week. More episodes, reviews, and geek culture goodness can be found at www.mnp.ninja.

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Ep. 36 - The Long Good Friday & CasinoThis week, we are stepping into the halls of crumbling criminal empires with John Mackenzie's The Long Good Friday (1980) and Martin Scorsese's Casino (1995). These films feature protagonists who operate as kings in their own respects, letting their massive egos blind them to the immediate threats right in front of their faces. We look at how Harold Shand's dream of a legitimized London empire clashes with a political nightmare, and how Sam "Ace" Rothstein's obsession with total control in Vegas ultimately creates his own downfall. It is a double feature about the illusion of power, the volatility of the underworld, and the high cost of unchecked ambition. Whether it is the rainy streets of London or the blinding neon of the desert, both films show that a king is only as strong as the foundation he ignores. Plus, we dig into the incredible performances from Helen Mirren and Sharon Stone, who serve as the crucial anchors to these men of ambition.

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Nick looks back at one of the funniest recurring commercial parody sketches from Saturday Night Live, the Kickspit Under Underground Rock Festival promos that aired between 2009 and 2012. Inspired by the real-life Gathering of the Juggalos festivals, the sketches feature Jason Sudeikis as DJ Supersoak and Nasim Pedrad as Lil' Blaster, hyping up the most ridiculous music festival imaginable. You'll hear the outrageous promos, learn how the sketches came together, including how sleep deprivation helped fuel the writing, and get the full story behind Ass Dan, played by Bobby Moynihan. The episode also includes memorable appearances from Ryan Phillippe, Bruno Mars, Ben Stiller, and Helen Mirren. Get ready for some badass crunk and a lot of laughs at the Under Underground Rock Fest. We'll see you ninjas there. [Ep 177]

Clint, Meg and Dan kick off the morning with Hook: The Musical auditions, with Dan going first despite a sore throat and delivering a serious, pirate-themed performance that impresses the team and listeners. They share Dan’s daily post-show bolognese pie habit, Meg’s parenting moment teaching the “three-second rule,” and celebrate longtime listener Marilyn’s clear biopsy after a previous partial mastectomy, gifting her a voucher. Scandal chat covers Ian McKellen and Helen Mirren’s autocue trouble and Russell Crowe setting autograph boundaries. The crew plays “Cart Busters,” boosting listeners with Woolworths vouchers, talks filthy friends and gross flatmate stories, replaces Janine’s noisy washer with an LG front loader, interview Love Overboard’s Bella about her cleaning meltdown, and debate hottest hobbies and weird turn-ons. 04:16 Kids and Pregnancy Comments 06:11 First Call Marilyn Health Update 09:44 Celebrity Scandal Roundup 12:52 More or Less Station Superlatives 16:29 Level Up Nomination Calls 20:20 Overthinkers Math Meltdown 23:25 Online Cart Confessions 27:15 Cart Busters Giveaway 30:56 The viral guess what call 35:30 Bella Viral Meltdown 37:49 Bella Calls In 40:23 Filthy Friends Stories 46:20 Take The Edge Prize 49:01 LG Washer Surprise 51:19 Hook Musical Setup 47:00 Dan Auditions Hook 01:01:57 Hottest Hobbies List

This week we have been to a comedy gig together and Dan has been to see a tv show recording both with different crowds. Dan is happy about football and the enhanced games have been a letdown. We hear how Dua Lipa is good and Helen Mirren is bad and how two tortoises have had an epic feud. Dan misread Greek Day so we have a quiz about geeks and Gavin forgot the term audiobook.   This weeks recommendations: Time Is Rough : Black Soprano Family  I Will Love You Until : So Good Ep. 5: Hating Stuff : Ian McConnell   Talk to us here: www.betherewithbelson.com Email : betherewithbelson@gmail.com X : @therewithbelson Instagram : @betherewithbelson TikTok : @betherewithbelson

Stay connected with us at americangroundradio.com, on Facebook, and Instagram. You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for May 20, 2026. We open with what may be the most consequential immigration enforcement move in American history — and it has nothing to do with border walls or patrol agents. President Trump signed a new executive order directing the Treasury Department to scrutinize all financial activity tied to illegal immigration — targeting payroll tax evasion, hidden bank accounts, labor trafficking networks, underground cash economies, and the remittance systems that funnel billions of American dollars back to Mexico and other countries. We explain why going after the money is more powerful than any physical barrier, why Willie Sutton's famous explanation for robbing banks applies perfectly to why illegal immigration exploded, and why choking the financial infrastructure of the entire illegal immigration machine may be Trump's most consequential domestic policy move of either term. In our Top 3 Things You Need to Know, Thomas Massey lost his Kentucky congressional primary to former Navy SEAL Ed Gowran — in the most expensive House primary in American history at $25.6 million — after Trump endorsed Gowran and a district that voted for Trump by 85% finally ran out of patience with a congressman who spent his career blocking the agenda they elected him to advance. We note that Massey primaried himself out. Then Trump endorsed Texas AG Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John Cornyn in a Senate runoff — and we raise the concern that while Paxton may win the primary, he may be a harder sell in the general against Democrat James Tallarico. And Alabama's gubernatorial race will be a Tuberville-Doug Jones rematch — and we think Tuberville wins easily as Kay Ivey is term limited out. Our American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson tackle the question of whether women have forgotten how to age gracefully in America — from Demi Moore's skin-and-bones appearance at the Met Gala to Madonna's increasingly alarming transformations, from Lori Loughlin's well-done facelift to Helen Mirren as the gold standard of graceful aging. We also get into the GLP-1 revolution, the body positivity pendulum that swung hard in the other direction, and whether there is still room in American culture for a woman to be beautiful, powerful, and visibly her age at the same time. We play the Hakeem Jeffries clip from the Center for American Progress that should alarm every American regardless of party — the House Minority Leader saying out loud that the goal of House Democrats is not to persuade MAGA voters but to break them and break their spirit. We explain why that language is not just offensive but genuinely dangerous — because when the goal of politics shifts from persuasion to breaking half of your fellow citizens, you have crossed into territory that leads somewhere nobody should want to go. In our Digging Deep segment, the NAACP has launched a website called Out of Bounds urging black high school athletes to boycott colleges in the South — Alabama, Auburn, Georgia, Florida, Florida State, LSU, Ole Miss, Mississippi State, South Carolina, Clemson, Tennessee, Texas, and Texas A&M — because those states are redrawing congressional districts without race as a primary factor following the Supreme Court's ruling. We call it what it is — the NAACP demanding that 17-year-old black athletes from struggling families sacrifice life-changing scholarships for the Democrat Party's political agenda. No one's right to vote has been suppressed. Every vote still counts exactly one. The Supreme Court said you cannot draw districts based on race — and that is equal protection, not suppression. We also cover California's bizarre new rule allowing a biological female who finishes behind a transgender athlete to share the podium spot with the winner — which we describe as a participation trophy that accidentally acknowledges the injustice without having the courage to fix it. And the mother of the transgender athlete who won the race is upset about the rule. We note that the girl is the problem, apparently. For our Bright Spot, J.D. Vance filled in at the White House press briefing after the mosque attack in San Diego and was asked about religious violence in America. We play his answer in full — because it is one of the most theologically and constitutionally precise defenses of religious liberty we have heard from any public official in years. The right to find God through your own free will is the first right in the Constitution because you cannot force anyone to it. Violence against religious freedom is a violation of the laws of God, not just the laws of man. We call it a bright spot and mean it. And we close with 10-year-old Ernesto Hernandez — who wanted a 3D printer, whose mom told him to save up and buy it himself, who did chores until he had $500, bought the printer, started making keychains and fidget spinners, now runs three printers full time, is selling in local stores, and says he wants to invest in a house for his mom and him when he grows up. May your pursuit of happiness bring you joy. 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1009 | The Power of Presence: Transforming Doubt into Confidence with Caroline Goyder In this episode, Marsha speaks with Caroline Goyder. Caroline has worked with politicians, a Queen, a President and large global firms like Amazon, Netflix, Adobe and Facebook. She can provide expert analysis and feedback on personalities in the news regarding speaking, confidence, and body language. Based in London, England, Caroline is the author of the best-selling books Gravitas and Find Your Voice, published by Penguin Random House. Plus, Caroline's first book, Star Qualities, saw her interview A-list actors (incl. Kate Winslet, Bill Nighy, Helen Mirren, Ewan McGregor) about their secrets to confidence and the lessons they learned that she still uses today.Chapters:[00:38] - The Journey of Growth and Confidence[11:10] - Embracing the Dip: The Journey of Learning and Vulnerability[19:42] - The Challenge of Public Speaking: Overcoming Fear and Building Confidence[22:56] - The Power of Introversion in Public Speaking[30:20] - The Impact of Technology on Presence in Public Speaking[33:03] - Starting with Mind Maps in Public Speaking[42:01] - The Power of Breath and SafetyConnect with Caroline:Podcast Guest Website: caroline@gravitasmethod.comPodcast Guest's Email: info@gravitasmethod.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolinegoyder/IG: https://www.instagram.com/carolinegoyderYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3MoXpEM2tofafwKUr3IlsALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinegoyderCaroline's Courses: https://carolinegoyder.com/courses/Caroline's 11 million-view TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2MR5XbJtXUMarsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and PodcasterJoin us for Heart-Wired CEO Live 2026: https://www.heart-wiredceo.com/liveUnbothered Entrepreneur Masterclass (for the Podcast Listeners): https://www.marshavanw.com/unbothered-entrepreneur-masterclass-podcastUnbothered Mind Podcast https://www.marshavanw.com/unbotheredmindpodcastDownload FREE “You Are Supported” Hypnosis and Subliminal Bundle HERE Join the next cohort of OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification (kick-off in March 2025) HERELearn more about changing the Stories We Tell Ourselves Digital Program HERE. Use Code PODCAST to receive 20% off. Code FASTACTION20Tap the “Follow” button never to miss a show, and if you love the show, please feel free to tag me on social media, share it with a friend, or leave me a rating and review. This helps the show grow!Website: www.marshavanw.comConnect on IG. Click HERESubscribe on YouTube. Click HERE

Send us Fan MailWe've got another new theme this week and this time we will be delving into "movies that could not be made today".  There could be various social, technical, political or other reasons why but regardless, these will be movies that would not see the light of day in our modern times.Up first we have the Arthurian legend fever-dream that is 1981's Excalibur.  Featuring appearances by Patrick Stewart, Liam Neeson, Helen Mirren and starring Nigel Terry as Arthur we have Merlin the magician helping Arthur Pendragon unite the Britons around the Round Table of Camelot, even as dark forces conspire to tear it apart.  This one is a weird one that would most likely not be made today for a variety of reasons that we get into.We talk about all kinds of other things as usual so sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

EXCALIBUR The magical sword Excalibur begins in the hands of Uther Pendragon, but years later, it finds its way to his bastard son Arthur, the knave destined to become king. With the help of the mysterious Merlin, Arthur rises to fulfill his fate, bringing together the Knights of the Round Table at Camelot and unifying the country. But even a legendary king is still a man, and Arthur must face love, betrayal, the search for the Holy Grail, and the fight to save the kingdom he was born to rule. Craig, Alan and Elisabeth talk about Arthurian Legend, the timeless Helen Mirren, panels at Comicpalooza and the movie “Excalibur” on this week's Matinee Heroes! Show Notes 1:00 Craig and Alan discuss all the panels they will be at for Comicpalooza 2026 13:02 Craig, Alan and Elisabeth discuss "Excalibur." 49:08 Recasting 1:15:03 Double Feature 1:18:30 Final Thoughts 1:25:18 A preview of next week's episode "The Last Duel." Next week, it's like three movies in one as we discuss "The Last Duel."

Robert meets legendary photographer ANTON CORBIJN to discuss his major retrospective opening this weekend in Berlin at Fotografiska museum.The story of Anton Corbijn begins in the quiet corners of a small Dutch island, where he grew up as the son of a vicar. For a young Corbijn, music was an escape, a passion that consumed him. His camera soon became both a tool and a companion, a way to channel his fascination with music and, perhaps more importantly, a means to navigate his own shyness.When Corbijn moved to London in 1979, the city was electric with the energy of bands like The Clash, The Jam, and Joy Division. Within ten days of arriving in England, he managed to photograph Joy Division claiming he was on assignment for a major Dutch magazine, even though he hadn't been officially commissioned.Now, having celebrated his 70th birthday last year, Corbijn looks back on over five decades of work that spans photography, music videos, and film. Corbijn, Anton celebrates his 50-year career and revisits his extensive body of work. Here, you will encounter nearly 150 pieces: iconic portraits of legends like Depeche Mode, Tom Waits, U2, the Rolling Stones, Martin Scorsese, and Marlene Dumas, as well as German icons Nina Hagen, Herbert Grönemeyer, Einstürzende Neubauten and Wim Wenders. His signature black-and-white grainy aesthetic became a defining visual language in his work.A polymath in photography, music videos, feature films, graphic design, and commercials, Dutchman Anton Corbijn is perhaps best known for immortalizing some of the greatest artists of our time. His iconic portraits of musicians, directors, and artists, such as Joy Division, Depeche Mode, Tom Waits, U2, the Rolling Stones, Martin Scorsese, Clint Eastwood, Gerhard Richter, Ai Weiwei, Marlene Dumas among others, are praised for the way they capture the soul and charisma of his subjects.Effortlessly moving in the early 80s from photography into music videos, Corbijn has since made over 80 promos for people like U2, Johnny Cash, Arcade Fire, Depeche Mode, Nirvana, Metallica, Nick Cave, Coldplay, and The Killers. He is the Artistic Director behind the visual output of Depeche Mode. For U2 he has done the principal promotion and sleeve photography for four decades.In 2006 Corbijn started working on his first feature film Control about the life, and death, of Ian Curtis, Joy Division's lead singer. The film won many awards worldwide, including 5 BIFAs and the Camera d'Or Special Mention at Cannes Film Festival 2007. Corbijn has since made The American starring George Clooney (2010), A Most Wanted Man, based on the novel by John Le Carré and featuring the late Philip Seymour Hoffman (2014), and Life, about James Dean and photographer Dennis Stock, which stars Robert Pattinson and Dane DeHaan (2015).In 2023, Corbijn released his first feature documentary Squaring The Circle about the iconic album art design studio Hipgnosis. In 2025, he directed his fifth feature film titled Switzerland starring Helen Mirren.Follow: @AntonCorbijn4RealVisit the exhibition: @Fotografiska.Berlin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Okay so we're starting something strange. We're going to be dedicating a whole month to looking at Daniel Mays, the character actor, and seeing where his career takes us. We did something similar with Barbera Streisand and it turned out to be a lot of fun, but what about someone that not a lot of people have heard about? We start off with a Chris Columbus movie, The Thursday Murder Club starring Helen Mirren and Pierce Brosnan as old retirees who go around solving cold case murders.Don't forget to join our Discord for movie nights and additional podcast discussions!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-other-half/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

American Humane Society protects over 1.7 billion animals annually across 91 countries. Dr. Robin Ganzert has led the organization since 2010, when she stepped in during a financial crisis and a period of mission drift. What she built since then is a case study in what nonprofit discipline actually looks like.On the Charity Charge Show, Dr. Ganzert walked through the financial reckoning she inherited, why she tells every local organization to stop duplicating services, and how a documentary narrated by Helen Mirren and Meryl Streep became one of their most effective outreach tools.

A word from Helen Mirren our spirit guide and doing divination without substances!20th anniversary of Tool's 10,000 days album May 2, 2006.

Tonight we celebrate Bealtaine with fire, my lottery dream home BDSM house, our spirit guide Helen Mirren and Alan dora the explorer hat a.k.a. mediocre piece of you know what!Let's spark it !

We enter the home stretch of the pre-Gunn DCU with Shazam: Fury of the Gods, a confused and inert mess of glop, nonsense and awful dialogue anchored by the unbearable anti-charisma of future Jesuslop washup Zachary Levi. Helen Mirren and Lucy Liu are wasted. Rachel Zegler needs a new agent; Diedrich Bader gets killed and nobody seems to notice; and the barely-explored villain scheme is stolen, inexplicably, from The Simpsons Movie. Needless to say, none of the teasers for future 'Shazam' installments will be paying off. Ever. An extra special thanks to our $10 Executive Producers: JetChiclete, Isaac, squishward, Walt Lewellyn of The Black Casebook, Tropical Doves, jprestonpoole, Lohik, bernventers, and Owen2. If you can, please lend some support to these organizations: Gaza Funds PCRF (Palestinian Children's Relief Fund) MAP (Medical Aid for Palestinians) National Networks of Abortion Funds Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota If you enjoy the show please consider: Subscribing to our Patreon, where you can enjoy exclusive subscriber only episodes.

The only thing that can make an unseasonably chilly April even more unsettling is throwing Helen Mirren and a CGI mansion full of grumpy ghosts into it. Commence your midnight seance to listen in as Leigh, Brendan, and Chris watch … Continue reading →

Angus reviews in the screening room Warren Ellis: Captured Ghosts . This insightful documentary dives into the warped mind of the writer/futurist/philosopher behind groundbreaking comics "Transmetropolitan," "Iron Man: Extremis," and "RED."Warren Ellis: Captured Ghosts - Official Full Filmhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtnkhgDn8A8Warren Ellis sees the future. He is a comic book writer and cyberpunk philosopher living on the edge of tomorrow. He speaks to a cult audience of artists, journalists, scientists and fans who hail him as INTERNET JESUS.Discover Warren's story in this feature length documentary featuring interviews with Warren himself, as well as Helen Mirren, Joss Whedon, Patton Oswalt, Stoya, Claudio Sanchez, Grant Morrison, Darick Robertson and many more. Warren Ellis: Captured Ghosts is produced by Sequart and Respect Films.Please join us in our exploration and reading of our Comic Book Character Of The Month Elijah SnowPlanetary Book Onehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0734FMPTDLeave a message at kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.comPlease join us for our 2026 Graphic Novel Reads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kirbyskids.com/2025/11/the-kids-talk-2026-kirbys-kids-graphic.html⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠For detailed show notes and past episodes please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kirbyskids.com

The Royal Family marks what would have been Queen Elizabeth the Second's one hundredth birthday with tributes at Buckingham Palace, a new national charity, and a personal address from King Charles. We also look at the new official biography, Helen Mirren's defence of the late Queen's decision to remain at Balmoral after Diana's death, Robert Hardman's reflections on the shadow of Prince Andrew, and a thoughtful new essay from Deep Crown on the difference between the woman, the monarch and the legend.Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by becommming a paid subscriber on Apple Podcasts. Click the button that says uninterrupted listening.  Just $5 a month, and that includes many ofther shows on the Caloroga Shark network.A new season of King William is available now.Our royal newsletter written by Deep Crown is available for free.Royal Books:Revenge: Meghan, Harry, and the War Between the Windsors by Tom BowerWilliam and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside StoryThe Royal Insider: My Life with the Queen, the King and Princess Diana

It's Festive Friday with a powerful family drama! ABOUT GOODBYE JUNE Follows a group of fractured siblings who must come together under sudden and trying circumstances. AIR DATE & NETWORK FOR GOODBYE JUNE December 24, 2025 | Netflix CAST & CREW OF GOODBYE JUNE Director: Kate Winslet Writer: Joe Anders Cast: Helen Mirren as June Timothy Spall as Bernie Johnny Flynn as Connor Kate Winslet as Julia Andrea Riseborough as Molly Toni Collette as Helen BRAN'S MOVIE SYNOPSIS It's Christmastime, and we meet the Cheshire family — June and Bernie, and their son Connor — in what first feels like a quiet holiday morning. That calm is shattered when Connor discovers his mother collapsed on the kitchen floor. After a frantic call to emergency services, June is rushed to the hospital, and Connor gathers his sisters — Julia, Molly, and Helen — bringing the fractured family back under one roof. The news is devastating: June doesn't have much time left. As the reality sets in, old wounds and unresolved tensions rise to the surface. Connor feels stuck and directionless, still living at home. Helen has distanced herself from the family, both physically and emotionally, building a life abroad rooted in spirituality. Julia and Molly haven't spoken in years, their unresolved conflict having split the family in two. At the center is Bernie, stoic and emotionally reserved, struggling to express what he's feeling as he faces losing his wife. As June's condition worsens, she finds moments of joy in being surrounded by her children and grandchildren. Helen, who is expecting her first child, quietly grieves that her baby will never know their grandmother. June's greatest wish becomes clear: she wants her daughters, Julia and Molly, to reconcile.  One evening, as snow falls outside, June asks Julia for permission to let go. Through tears, Julia gives it. June shares a final, poetic hope — that she might return as the snow. With the help of her nurse Angel, she gets her two daughters that are fighting and finally confront their past and begin to heal.  Later, Connor challenges his father to open up and actually deal with the fact that his wife is dying. Bernie doesn't handle it great but ends up showing his love by singing karoke and finally having a heart to heart with Connor.  Knowing June won't make it to Christmas Day, the family comes together to celebrate early, putting on a nativity play in her honor. In the middle of that performance, surrounded by the people she loves most, June passes away. From the wings, Angeli watches as the family begins to process their grief — together. One year later, the Cheshires gather again at Christmas. Helen has welcomed her baby, and Connor has found love with Angeli. As they raise a toast to June, her voice returns through a letter she wrote to her unborn grandchild, reflecting on a life made rich simply by family. As the children run to the window to watch the snow fall, the family finds peace in her memory — and in the love she left behind. Watch the show on Youtube - www.deckthehallmark.com/youtubeInterested in advertising on the show? Email bran@deckthehallmark.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's selection of slightly baffling emails from the Chatabix Mailbag, there's a picture of Joe with Joe Mahler, some celebrity holiday spots, a telling off story, Peter Andre's brother, Helen Mirren's bath, Chris Eubank's phone number and a missing gall bladder. FOR ALL THINGS CHATABIX'Y FOLLOW/SUBSCRIBE/CONTACT:   YouTube Instagram TikTok Patreon Merch Email us at chatabix@yahoo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by the force of acting posititivity (and good boy) that is ANSON BOON!As stated in the episode title, 'The Good Boy' (aka 'Heel' in the US) is out and about now, in which Anson plays alongside the powerful duo of Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough. Anson is capable of playing characters who aren't necessarily immediately charming, let's say, and some that might require a little work to warm to, but always make for some truly captivating and interesting, memorable performances which inspire conversation, debate and thought. So it goes without saying that this chat is an awesome one as Pip finds out where these choices originate, and traces the source of Anson's acting path. Of course there are so many facets and angles covered too, including basically becoming a fully functioning Sex Pistols tribute band by way of 'Pistol' (in which he was coached by Underworld!), his love of a film set, being a nepo gangster, the School of Kate Winslett, acting alongside Tom Hardy, Helen Mirren, Paddy Considine, Pierce Brosnan and so many more, and just a huge amount of fascinating goodies from his time in front of and nearby the camera. Inspiring and lovely stuff, enjoy!PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting natureIMDBINSTAGRAMTHE GOOD BOYMOBLANDPISTOLPIP AT PRINCE CHARLES CINEMA • 9th April!SPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTOREPIP TWITCH • (music stuff)PIP INSTAGRAMPIP TWITTERPIP PATREONPIP IMDB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brothers J and Drew discuss the 1980 film "The Long Good Friday" with Bob Hoskins, Helen Mirren, and Pierce Brosnan. Drew describes this as a movie lost in time, a kind of which they don't make any more. He loved the 70's feel but J thought it just felt cheap. Then Drew reveals that this was not the movie he intended to choose. Good fun!   Housekeeping starts approximately 50:00 during which they discuss back issues, video games, and movie theater logistics.   File length 1:07:40 File Size 52.6 MB Theme by Jul Big Green via SongFinch Subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts Listen to us on Stitcher Like us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Send your comments to show@notinacreepyway.com Visit the show website at Not In A Creepy Way

President Trump is trying to have it both ways on the Iran war, Pete Hegseth oversaw an historic surge in Pentagon spending on food and housewares, the nation's capitol will host an IndyCar race this summer, and the president is making all the men in his orbit wear shoes from Florsheim. Oscar-nominated actress Michelle Pfeiffer says she signed on to star in “The Madison” without ever seeing a script, but she did seek advice from legendary actress Helen Mirren on what to expect when working with “Yellowstone” creator Taylor Sheridan. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“For some mysterious reason I don't feel like dancing.” White Nights (1985) directed by Taylor Hackford and starring Mikhail Baryshnikov, Gregory Hines, Jerzy Skolimowski, Helen Mirren, Geraldine Page and Isabella Rossellini Next Time: 8 1/2 (1963)

SHOW NOTES: Alysa Liu won the woman's gold medal for figure skating a couple of days ago, our first in 24 years! Watching her and listening to her prior, during, and after her final performance (she was in third place at the time), she exhibited a carefree and total joy in her skating. It wasn't about competition or medals, it was about sheer delight. Scottie Shuffler is about sheer delight on the golf course (Tiger Woods was strictly about competition), Sinatra singing on stage, Helen Mirren acting, Zig Ziegler teaching sales skills, Phil Donahue hosting a talk show, Mel Brooks and Carl Reiner creating comedy. It's not about 10,000 hours, though some people may choose to invest those five years. It's about being unafraid of failing, using your own metrics for success, and refusing to bow to the external pressures of the moment. I have shelves of awards in the house. I didn't pursue any of them. I've pursued my passion, which is helping others succeed and prosper. Most rewards occur not when you're thinking about them, but when you're not thinking about them.

Outlouders, enjoy this free bite of Mia, Holly and Jessie. Catch the full chaos of Angelina Jolie & The Existential Threat Of Desirable Older Women at 5 pm TODAY. Not a subscriber yet? Honestly, why wait? She’s back. Angelina Jolie has a new movie out and the gossips think she and her co-star, Louis Garrel might be… you know. The comments section is flooded with young women claiming "ick", and that Ange "could be Louis’ mother." She could not, but okay. Anyway, Mia Freedman, Holly Wainwright and Jessie Stephens are unpacking why a 50-year-old woman dating a younger man feels like such a personal attack to Gen Z. Is this about scarcity, ageism, prudishness or just good old-fashioned man-eater panic? Remember, this is your free sample of today's subs episode. The full debrief drops for subscribers at 5pm. What To Listen To Next: Listen to our latest episode: MAFS & The Specific Cruelty of the ‘Sexual Chemistry’ Question Listen: All The Gossip From The Wuthering Heights Premiere (And Why Mia Walked Out) Listen: Wuthering Heights & the ‘Bad Man’ Controversy Listen: "Uh-Oh, I'm A Finger Princess" Listen: Jessie and Clare Stephens' Weird Twin Shit Just Got Weirder Listen: An Affair Confession Live On Air Listen: The Best (And Worst) Generations Of Parents. A Leaderboard! Listen: The Most Bizarre Celebrity Profile We’ve Ever Read Listen: Do I Matter? & The Bathroom Taboo Connect your subscription to Apple Podcasts Discover more Mamamia Podcasts here including the very latest episode of Parenting Out Loud, the parenting podcast for people who don't listen to... parenting podcasts. SUBSCRIBE here: Support independent women's media Watch Mamamia Out Loud: Mamamia Out Loud on YouTube What to read: The year the tide turned for Angelina Jolie. Angelina Jolie shared what really happened after divorcing Brad Pitt. It paints an ugly picture. Brad Pitt says his divorce wasn't a 'major thing'. The real story says otherwise. 'I’m 44 and I look my age.' The anti-ageism campaign that's going viral. THE END BITS: Check out our merch at MamamiaOutLoud.com GET IN TOUCH: Feedback? We’re listening. Send us an email at outloud@mamamia.com.au Share your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice message. Join our Facebook group Mamamia Outlouders to talk about the show. Follow us on Instagram @mamamiaoutloud and on Tiktok @mamamiaoutloudBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kelly Alexander Show delivers weekly entertainment news, pop culture headlines and in-depth music interviews with the artists shaping the industry. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Kelly Alexander, the podcast covers Hollywood, television, music, dance and award-winning albums - plus exclusive conversations you won't hear anywhere else. This week, we break down the return of The Mummy franchise with its fourth installment, new cast members joining The White Lotus Season 4 and the impressive viewership numbers for Super Bowl 60. We also spotlight Janet Jackson's iconic album Rhythm Nation 1814 being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and share new filming details about Season 2 of Mobland, starring Pierce Brosnan, Helen Mirren, Tom Hardy and Joanne Froggatt. In our Vintage Vault, Canadian singer-songwriter Allie X joins Kelly to discuss her 2018 album Super Sunset, collaborating with Troye Sivan and why manifesting to work with artists like Dua Lipa, Charli XCX and Tove Lo was creatively important to her. She also opens up about what the LGBTQ+ community means to her and the importance of releasing full albums. If you love entertainment news, music history, streaming series, and artist interviews, subscribe to The Kelly Alexander Show on Podbean, Apple Podcasts and Spotify for new episodes every week. Follow The Kelly Alexander Show  YouTube: youtube.com/kellyalexander Instagram: @kellyalexandershow  TikTok: @kellyalexandershow

This week on Another Pass, Sam and Case are joined by Zorikh Lequidre to revisit Shazam! Fury of the Gods. We break down the sequel's mythic swing, its tonal tightrope between family comedy and divine spectacle, and whether this lightning strike deserved a brighter fate at the box office. Another Pass Full Episode Originally aired: February 13, 2026  Music by Vin Macri and Matt Brogan Podcast Edited by Sophia Ricciardi Certain Point Of View is a podcast network brining you all sorts of nerdy goodness! From Star Wars role playing, to Disney day dreaming, to video game love, we've got the show for you! Learn more on our website: https://www.certainpov.com Support us on Patreon! patreon.com/CertainPOVMedia Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/wcHHer4 PODCAST SHOWS: ▶ Another Pass - https://www.certainpov.com/another-pass-podcast Outline Shazam Franchise and Character Legacy The discussion highlighted the complex evolution of the Shazam character and its multiple incarnations, emphasizing the challenges of maintaining clarity in the franchise (02:00). Complex Character History and Naming (02:43) The Shazam character has undergone multiple renamings, now sometimes called "The Captain" to differentiate from original versions. Comics have introduced variants like Mary Marvel and Junior (Freddie Freeman's hero name) to expand the lore. The character's fluctuating comic presence, with cancellations and restarts, impacts fan engagement and continuity. Zorak's project, Captain Marvel Culture, explores these variants in cultural and historical contexts, highlighting the character's societal relevance. Actor and Fan Perspectives on Shazam (07:30) Sam Alicea shared her positive cosplay experience as Mary Marvel, emphasizing the character's wholesome reception in fandom. Both Sam and Case Aiken noted that the first Shazam movie was colorful and fun, appealing to casual viewers with good pacing and humor. Case's personal connection to the character goes back to childhood superhero creations, reinforcing the deep fan roots. The first film balanced the youthful and superhero personas well, unlike the sequel where the older cast created dissonance. Challenges with Sequel Timing and Casting (14:00) The four-year gap between the first and second Shazam movies caused problematic aging of the cast, making the characters less believable as teenagers. The COVID-19 pandemic limited crowd scenes, affecting the movie's atmosphere and fight sequences, leading to a "COVID movie" feel with socially distanced extras. The sequel's timing made character maturity inconsistent, with Zachary Levi's older age conflicting with immature superhero behavior, reducing audience sympathy. The lack of continuity in character growth and the absence of younger kid scenes weakened the family dynamic established in the first film. Plot, Powers, and Mythological Elements The movie's story and mythological adaptations were discussed, focusing on the Daughters of Atlas and their powers, plus how mythology was reinterpreted (28:58). Invented Mythology and Powers of Atlas' Daughters (29:00) The film introduced three daughters of Atlas, a creative deviation from classical mythology that was accepted as a fun concept. Helen Mirren's character uses force fields and telekinesis, Lucy Liu's character employs "chaos" powers resembling mind control, and Rachel Zegler's character has axis-based powers, visually impressive but not well explained. The powers were often scene-dependent rather than consistent, especially Helen Mirren's varying abilities. The dome barrier served as a plot device to isolate the final fight and prevent intervention from other heroes, a trope common in superhero films. Mythology vs. Comic Lore (31:33) The movie used traditional Shazam power origins (Solomon, Hercules, Atlas, Zeus, Achilles, Mercury) rather than newer comic variations. Discussion considered linking the characters to the broader DC mythos, such as the New Gods, but the film stuck to simpler concepts. The film's magic and powers were occasionally connected to Dungeons & Dragons references, reflecting the script's mix of fantasy influences. The casting of iconic actors like Helen Mirren and Lucy Liu added gravitas despite the powers being plot-driven. Narrative and Visual Critiques of Powers and Effects (35:00) The dome and powers' visual effects felt forced or inconsistent, serving more as story contrivances than meaningful world-building. The chaotic power, mainly mind control, lacked thematic clarity despite being the most consistent. The movie struggled to integrate powers into the plot logically, often introducing new abilities at convenience moments. The limited impact of the dome on the city was noted, with little attention to realistic consequences of such an event. Family Dynamics and Character Development A major theme was how the sequel mishandled the Shazam family dynamic, focusing too much on superhero forms and not enough on the kids' human sides (40:00). Underused Supporting Characters and Forced Representation (40:00) Pedro's gay reveal felt forced due to minimal screen time and lack of character development. The less prominent kids, especially Eugene and Pedro, were overshadowed by their superhero forms, weakening emotional engagement. Darla remained the heart of the family, carrying much of the emotional weight and humor, consistent with the first film. The sequel relied heavily on superhero personas rather than showing genuine child characters, harming the family's relatability. Mismatch of Actor Ages and Character Portrayals (46:30) The aging cast, particularly Zachary Levi, struggled to convincingly portray teenage characters, making immature behavior less palatable. The lack of contrasting younger versions of Billy and other kids reduced the dynamic tension present in the original movie. The sequel missed chances to explore Billy's growth and his struggles with leadership and abandonment issues meaningfully. Sam noted the film's good attempt to show Billy's fear of aging out of foster care as a motivation, but this was not fully developed. Lost Opportunities for Emotional Payoff (53:00) The film failed to create a satisfying emotional journey for Billy, especially regarding his insecurities and leadership challenges. The family's support was underutilized in key moments, leaving Billy's character arc feeling incomplete. The sequel lacked the sense of belonging and acceptance that made the first film's family dynamic resonate. Case and Sam suggested that a powerful second-act scene showing Billy's vulnerability and the family's encouragement was needed to strengthen the story. Critique and Proposed Fixes for the Sequel The panel proposed several realistic improvements to the sequel's structure, pacing, and character focus to enhance its emotional and narrative impact (56:00). Strengthening the Second Act and Family Bonding (56:00) Add scenes where the kids remain in their human forms to highlight their vulnerabilities, creating richer character moments. Insert a confrontation scene where Billy expresses frustration at the family's lack of unity, followed by reassurance from siblings. Shorten or remove the cringy Wonder Woman date scene to maintain tone and pacing. Show more of the lesser-used kids at school, depicting their struggles balancing normal life and superhero identities. Improving the Final Battle with the Dragon (31:30, 56:00, 01:32:50) Make the fight more dynamic by having Billy repeatedly say "Shazam" to power up the staff, requiring him to transform back to human form intermittently. Introduce stages in the fight where the hero tries different tactics, fails, then devises a winning plan. Include moments of vulnerability where Billy dodges attacks and avoids damage, adding tension and realism. Use the environment inside the dome better, possibly including some civilians or other stakes, if COVID protocols allow. Enhancing Character Scenes and Emotional Arcs (01:40:00) Show the kids' defeat when Helen Mirren's character escapes by turning back into their child forms, emphasizing their youth and fallibility. Add a scene where Billy admits to failure and receives encouragement from his siblings, reinforcing the family theme. Develop more natural, character-driven moments such as a school scene involving Skittles, tying in humor and personality. Streamline the plot to reduce the number of major events, allowing more screen time for character interactions and growth. Long-Term Franchise Vision: TV Series Format (01:14:30, 01:49:00) The panel agreed a TV series would better suit the story, allowing the actors to age naturally and explore the characters in depth. Proposed dividing the cast so Billy, Mary, and Freddie attend college while the younger kids remain in high school, creating parallel storylines. This approach resembles a "Happy Days with superpowers" format, supporting gradual character evolution and maintaining audience engagement. The TV format would also allow passing powers to new kids as the original characters grow up, ensuring franchise longevity. Production Context and External Influences The discussion recognized COVID-19's major impact on production, release timing, and overall movie quality, affecting creative decisions and execution (14:00, 01:52:00). COVID-19 Pandemic Effects (14:00) Production delays and social distancing protocols limited extras and crowd scenes, affecting the movie's atmosphere and fight choreography. The necessity of a smaller dome and fewer characters in scenes was a direct result of COVID restrictions. The four-year gap between movies was unplanned but forced by the pandemic, causing casting and story continuity issues. These factors contributed to the movie feeling disjointed and less cohesive compared to the first film. Script and Franchise Challenges (25:00) Multiple script rewrites were needed after Dwayne Johnson's Black Adam was spun off into his own movie, forcing major plot changes. The absence of Black Adam as a villain removed a key expected antagonist, weakening the sequel's threat level and fan expectations. The movie was released amid DC's shifting cinematic universe plans, reducing the likelihood of future sequels or franchise expansion. Despite plans to connect with the Justice Society and tease Mr. Mind, these elements remained unresolved, signaling franchise uncertainty. Casting and Political Context (01:06:00) Gal Gadot's performance as Wonder Woman was noted as uneven and disconnected from the main cast's energy. The panel acknowledged Gadot's political stances have affected her reception among some fans, adding complexity to her role's acceptance. The awkwardness of Billy's romantic scene with Wonder Woman was criticized for tone and appropriateness, detracting from character coherence. Zachary Levi's personal controversies and public persona complicated audience reception of his performance, especially given the film's tonal demands.

In the 1970s Bob Guccione had a simple dream: to make a serious movie about the emperor Caligula with Malcolm McDowell, Helen Mirren, John Gielgud and Peter O'Toole that also had a bunch of porn in it. Champion, fan-favourite and horny-history expert Eleanor Janega returns to the pod to talk about one of the most insane films ever made. Check out Eleanor here: https://eleanorjanega.com/ Go see Milo in London, Ireland and Australia here: https://www.miloedwards.co.uk/liveshows Loads more like this on the Patreon from just $5 per month, here: https://www.patreon.com/mastersofpod

Welcome to What Matters Now, a weekly podcast exploring key issues currently shaping Israel and the Jewish World, with host Jessica Steinberg speaking with Unholy podcast hosts Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland. In this episode, Channel 12 news anchor Levi and Guardian columnist and BBC Radio 4's Jonathan Freedland look back on five years of podcasting together on "Unholy: Two Jews on the News," their weekly show that offers the perspectives of a Jewish Israeli and a Diaspora Jew. Freedland and Levi discuss their intention to foster dialogue between Israel and the diaspora at a time when those conversations have become increasingly difficult. They delve into the types of conversations carried out on "Unholy" following the October 7 Hamas terrorist attack, and how the podcast became a lifeline for them as much as their listeners, as the Jewish community worldwide has grappled with the massacre, bereavement, hostage crisis, and the war in Gaza. The two hosts discuss their own approaches as Levi is a Jewish Israeli who spent a portion of her childhood in the US, and Freedland is a British Jew who views Judaism and Israel through his own lens. They also chew over the intimacy of the podcast medium for them, particularly given Levi's usual role as a popular news anchor, with her face and voice familiar to most of the Israeli public. The podcast has created a setting that offers a different kind of opportunity for Levi and Freedland, their guests, and their listeners, with the capacity to foment real conversation and debate. Levi and Freedland reminisce about earlier, favorite episodes and the years when the podcast tackled other subjects, such as musicals or literature, and with different kinds of guests, including Etgar Keret, Howard Jacobson, and Helen Mirren. They talk about the books they each published this past year, including Freedland's 14th, a non-fiction historical thriller, "The Traitors Circle: The True Story of a Secret Resistance Network in Nazi Germany—and the Spy Who Betrayed Them." Levi's book, her first, was written with her friend and CNN anchor Bianna Golodryga. "Don't Feed the Lion" is for middle-grade readers and Levi talks about how young people grapple with antisemitism. What Matters Now podcasts are available for download on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. This episode was produced by the Pod-Waves. IMAGE: Jonathan Freedland, left, and Yonit Levi are the hosts of podcast 'Unholy: Two Jews on the News' (Courtesy)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Outlouders, have a little listen to today's subscriber episode. Listen to the full episode of Celebrities Look Emaciated And I Don’t Know What To Say at 5pm today. Not a subscriber? Get on it. Mia’s back in charge of today’s subscriber episode - and she’s brought Amelia Lester into the studio to talk about something we’re technically not supposed to notice. We’re currently living through the ‘weight loss injections and plastic surgery’ era and frankly, things are getting complicated. In this candid, subscriber-only episode, Mia and Amelia deep dive into why so many people in Hollywood - and even some of our friend groups - are suddenly looking unrecognisable and just a little bit AI. In this episode, they unpack the alarming “thinspo” trend and also ask the question no one wants to answer: when did looking like a real human being become a radical act? It’s the conversation Mia’s been wanting to have for a long time, but one that feels increasingly like it’s off limits. It’s raw, slightly uncomfortable and exactly why you’re here. Remember, this is just a little sneak peak.The full debrief drops for subscribers at 5pm. We’re giving away a Your Reformer Pilates bed (worth $3,400). And the good news is — as a subscriber, you're already in the running to win.

Kate Winslet is an actor who achieved global fame playing Rose DeWitt Bukater, opposite Leonard DiCaprio as Jack Dawson, in the 1997 James Cameron epic Titanic. During her career she has won five BAFTAs, two Emmys, five Golden Globes and an Academy Award for her role in the Reader. Kate was born in Reading in 1975 and attended Redroofs School for the Performing Arts in Maidenhead, Berkshire. Her film debut came in 1994 when she played a teenage killer in Peter Jackson's film Heavenly Creatures. The following year she played Marianne Dashwood opposite Emma Thompson's Elinor in Sense and Sensibility, directed by Ang Lee. Kate's performance earned her a BAFTA for Best Actress in a Supporting Role. She went on to consolidate her reputation as one of the most versatile actors of her generation by starring in a list of popular and critically acclaimed films including Hideous Kinky, Iris, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind and The Holiday.Last year Kate directed her first film, Goodbye June, starring Helen Mirren, Timothy Spall and Andrea Riseborough. Kate has three children and lives in West Sussex with her husband Ned and her family.DISC ONE: Georgia on my Mind - Roger Winslet and Sophie Breakenridge DISC TWO: Matchstalk Men and Matchstalk Cats and Dogs - Brian and Michael DISC THREE: Kiss from a Rose - Seal DISC FOUR: Summertime - Ella Fitzgerald DISC FIVE: Nuvole Bianche - Ludovico Einaudi DISC SIX: Weird Fishes/ Arpeggi - Radiohead DISC SEVEN: Blue Ridge Mountains - Fleet Foxes DISC EIGHT: Pump up the Jam - Technotronic BOOK CHOICE: Outside: Recipes for a Wilder Way of Eating by Gill Meller LUXURY ITEM: Freshly ground coffee CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Georgia on my Mind – Roger Winslet and Sophie Breakenridge Presenter: Lauren Laverne Producer: Paula McGinleyDesert Island Discs has cast many actors away over the years including Dame Emma Thompson, Cate Blanchett and Dame Helen Mirren. You can hear their programmes if you search through BBC Sounds or our own Desert Island Discs website.

80 year old Helen Mirren has some sage words women of all ages need to hear! First, she said she doesn’t call it “growing old”, instead Mirren calls it “growing up.” As Amy and T.J. discuss the pressures on young girls and aging women to look a certain way, Mirren asks women to consider changing one very important thing before contemplating plastic surgery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

80 year old Helen Mirren has some sage words women of all ages need to hear! First, she said she doesn’t call it “growing old”, instead Mirren calls it “growing up.” As Amy and T.J. discuss the pressures on young girls and aging women to look a certain way, Mirren asks women to consider changing one very important thing before contemplating plastic surgery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

80 year old Helen Mirren has some sage words women of all ages need to hear! First, she said she doesn’t call it “growing old”, instead Mirren calls it “growing up.” As Amy and T.J. discuss the pressures on young girls and aging women to look a certain way, Mirren asks women to consider changing one very important thing before contemplating plastic surgery. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: Bob's Movie Club Presents: The Social Network. Facebook was already a powerhouse when this movie came out in 2010 - little did the filmmakers know what was to come. Plus, Nine Inch Nails soundtrack? Heck yeah! Vinnie's telling us what people are experts in these days. Is YouTube to thank for the home renovation craze? Are we all wasting money with our lack of credit card point skills? Hour 2: A Bob Weir memorial will be held this Saturday afternoon at Civic Center Plaza. The Grateful Dead will continue with a new iteration - here's what we know. Matthew McConaughey has copyrighted his most iconic quotes to avoid being exploited by AI. Helen Mirren was told she would never be successful without a nose job. Lighting matters, even in your own bathroom. “Spare the air” is the phrase of the day. Consider staying inside, Bay Area. Foodies need not visit West Virginia. Can you guess which state ranks #1? It's never too early to prep for your Super Bowl party - here's a tip about ranch that might change your life. (50:11) Hour 3: The BottleRock single day lineups are here, but it won't make it easy to choose. More details are coming out around Kiefer Sutherland's arrest. MrBeast claims to have $0 in his bank account, but Sarah and Vinnie don't believe him. Happy Birthday, Wikipedia! What's the first sign that someone is a bad driver? Join our cause: Radio hosts against road rage. (1:33:03) Hour 4: Sarah and Vinnie are catching up with Alice's midday DJ, Mason On The Mic. The gang is chatting about why gossip is good and Mason's journey to joining this radio family. A Bob Weird memorial will be held this weekend in San Francisco. Super Bowl commercial season is almost here. Sabrina Carpenter kicked it off. Is there something wrong with Tony Romo? You might be surprised that you DEFINITELY know someone with an extra nipple. Plus, a gross fun fact, and a game that goes completely off the rails. (2:15:33)

A Bob Weir memorial will be held this Saturday afternoon at Civic Center Plaza. The Grateful Dead will continue with a new iteration - here's what we know. Matthew McConaughey has copyrighted his most iconic quotes to avoid being exploited by AI. Helen Mirren was told she would never be successful without a nose job. Lighting matters, even in your own bathroom. “Spare the air” is the phrase of the day. Consider staying inside, Bay Area. Foodies need not visit West Virginia. Can you guess which state ranks #1? It's never too early to prep for your Super Bowl party - here's a tip about Ranch that might change your life.

'The View' co-hosts react to Pres. Trump's rally Tuesday night in Pennsylvania where he took aim at immigrants and attacked Rep. Ilhan Omar. Then, the co-hosts weigh in on Pres. Trump selling his economy to the crowd at Tuesday night's rally in Pennsylvania, which he also boasted about in an interview. Kate Winslet, Toni Collette and Andrea Riseborough tell 'The View' how their new movie 'Goodbye June' shares a poignant family portrait for the holidays – and why Helen Mirren broke her acting rules to join the cast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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