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Fans have been eagerly advocating for Denali’s comeback on All Stars, and upon her return, she certainly caught everyone’s attention. The reason for the four-year gap between seasons being referred to as an “Olympic cycle” by Denali is so clever that it’s almost impressive. To be honest, I wasn’t as captivated as others during her first performance. However, her second main-stage appearance completely won me over. Following the last bracket where the drag show was overshadowed, Denali’s clear, almost “crystalline” vision ensures that such occurrences won’t happen again.

Among those being whispered are Dorinda Medley from “Real Housewives”, who was one of the initial contestants to be ousted last season, Monet X Change from “Drag Race”, and Colton Underwood from “Bachelor Nation”. Yet, it’s important to note that Peacock has not verified these names. However, it’s intriguing to consider this, as Rob was recently spotted in Italy, which is quite close to the castle where “Traitors” is being filmed…

With the unique chance to privately admire The Last Supper, contestants express their feelings about their Top Chef journey. Bailey, who triumphantly returned from Last Chance Kitchen and has since been creatively exploring her culinary skills, feels as though she’s discovered her personal voice in cooking. “Just like Da Vinci painted this scene that’s been reimagined countless times, I feel a bit similar about my own cuisine,” she remarks. Regardless of the opinions shared about her performance – some critics have been overly critical, lacking empathy for Bailey as an individual – it’s inspiring to witness a chef discovering and expressing herself.

Watching “And Just Like That…” is like diving into a whirlwind of confusion, but last week’s episode proved that even chaos can be entertaining. However, this week’s “Carrie Golightly” seems to be chaotic in its structure – why are so many half-baked storylines clouding our 44 minutes? Could we have spent less time on the repeated joke about Giuseppe and his large pig, visible through the Hot Fellas denim onesie? We’re only three episodes in, but already, the long-distance relationship situation is weighing down everything else. Carrie appears so somber, doesn’t she? It reminds me a bit of Samantha Jones, but I can’t imagine her allowing Carrie to accept such an unfavorable deal. With no friends left to give her a reality check, it’s really dampening what could have been at least a somewhat enjoyable experience.

Dan Trachtenberg has built his career by keeping viewers guessing. His 2022 film “Prey” was, at the time, the most critically acclaimed movie within the Predator franchise. The excitement surrounding it may have been fueled by the fact that its storyline was kept a secret during production – even the inclusion of a Yautja character was hidden. Set in the Great Plains in 1719, “Prey” wasn’t what fans typically associate with the Predator series, and it added to the director’s reputation for defying expectations. Trachtenberg’s next surprise came in October 2024 when it was disclosed that he had been covertly working on another Predator film outside of the already announced “Predator: Badlands,” set to hit theaters this November.

Since working on Nosferatu, Eggers has taken part in three new projects; this year he hinted at a movie called Werwulf, and reports also suggest that he’s joining the sequel to Labyrinth. His enthusiasm for exploring monstrous and mythical realms with a touch of gritty authenticity makes his work more intriguing than truly terrifying (although it certainly has its scary moments). A Christmas Carol is almost like folklore, much like the Salem witch trials or Dracula. Eggers shines when he brings a fresh perspective to established tales. Until now, A Christmas Carol has been primarily for children, but with Eggers’s spooky touch, we might soon see the Ghost of Christmas Future as Bill Skarsgård, adorned with warts and scars.

In a chilling thriller titled “Echo Valley,” directed by Michael Pearce, the protagonist, Kate, continues to resemble the child she once raised and cherished, whose pictures grace the walls of her home. However, for years, she has been grappling with addiction, a disorder that transforms her into an entirely different, terrifying individual. Although Jackie, a malicious drug dealer portrayed by Domhnall Gleeson, emerges as the traditional villain in the story, the narrative gains depth when Claire functions as a complex secondary antagonist.

Kate persists in denial, feigning smiles and affection while ignoring obvious indicators of her daughter’s substance abuse, all the while discussing community college. On the other hand, Claire finds it repugnant that her mother refuses to acknowledge her current state truthfully. These two women are stuck in a familiar pattern of need and resentment, with both actresses delivering raw and authentic performances. Moore exudes Kate’s desperate attempts to manipulate reality, while Sweeney masterfully portrays Claire’s subtle threats, daring Kate to defy her, knowing that she would do anything to keep her close for as long as possible.

Bill Pullman, Brooks, and Rick Moranis are coming back to their original roles, as reported by Deadline; Keke Palmer is said to be joining them in the cast. This marks the first news about the Spaceballs sequel since June 2024, when it was announced that Josh Gad, Benji Samir, and Dan Hernandez would write the script, Josh Greenbaum would direct, and Gad would star. Although a release date hasn’t been set yet, Brooks’ teaser confirms that the movie will have a theater release. Contrary to what you might think, this comeback isn’t just for fans; according to the director of the original Spaceballs, “After 40 years, we asked: ‘What do the fans want?'” he says. “Instead, we’re making this movie.

In my opinion, Wes Anderson crafts exceptionally detailed realms inhabited by characters as quirky as a snowflake. These individuals often share a common tone – they’re dry-witted and succinct, skillfully handling complex dialogues. However, each portrayal subtly varies, making all the distinction between a charismatic rogue, a melancholic artist, a steadfast companion, an indifferent intellectual, or a sharp-witted child. Characters like Dignan from Bottle Rocket and Augie Steenbeck from Asteroid City might reside in the same unbelievably focused, pastel-hued cosmos, but they’re not identical individuals.

The film was a sequel to Neill Blomkamp’s successful, Academy Award-nominated debut feature film “District 9,” marking the largest project in Luna’s career up until that point. Given its substantial budget of $115 million and high anticipation, it held great importance. Notably, this movie was filmed in his native Mexico, where he had spent his childhood in theater and had made his breakthrough appearance in Alfonso Cuarón’s film “Y tu mamá también” (2001). When reflecting on the production for our series “Role Call,” Luna recalls being influenced by Blomkamp’s innovative cinematography and acknowledges the shared political themes that can be found in “Elysium” as well as his later work in “Star Wars.