Minority Mindset

The holiday of Festivus, a family tradition on the show “Seinfeld,” is often attributed to George Costanza’s father, Frank. While Frank popularized it and made it hilarious, the idea for Festivus didn’t actually originate with the show – and that’s part of what makes it so appealing.

The series finale, titled “The Diamond of the Day,” was penned by Michie and Julian Jones, who also created the show Merlin. Instead of a cheerful resolution, King Arthur (Bradley James) succumbs to injuries from his fight with Mordred (Alexander Vlahos). The final scene of the popular BBC fantasy series revealed Merlin (Colin Morgan) living in the present day, hopeful for Arthur’s eventual return. This unexpectedly somber ending left many viewers disappointed.

Tim Burton’s film, Sweeney Todd, is based on the famous musical by Stephen Sondheim. It tells the story of a barber who returns to London after a long absence, determined to get revenge on those who wronged him. Actor Jamie Bower played Anthony Hope, a sailor who arrives in the city and unexpectedly falls in love with the daughter of the barber, Johanna. While it was once more common for big movies to feature lesser-known actors, Bower’s casting could be one of the last examples of this practice in today’s Hollywood, where studios often prefer safer choices.