Initially, the first “John Wick” film took you by surprise. It stood out as the least profitable movie in the series, appearing similar to numerous other action films until it was watched. However, upon viewing, two facts became evident: More “John Wick” movies would be produced, and a multitude of films would attempt to emulate its style.
In a few short days following the highly anticipated sports event on Valentine’s Day, the newest Marvel movie will be released. However, our hero Sam Wilson finds himself embroiled in a global crisis that requires him to thwart the sinister plans of a malevolent force lurking behind it all.
The movie “Golden” features Kelvin Harrison Jr., Halle Bailey, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Brian Tyree Henry, Quinta Brunson, Janelle Monáe, among others in undisclosed roles. The film was set to chronicle the life of a young man from Virginia Beach, with “Empire” offering an exclusive sneak peek. Last month, Williams shared details about the project with “Empire”, stating that it’s a vibrant portrayal of Black joy. He described the movie, which is set in the summer of 1977 in Virginia Beach, as an immersive musical experience where music plays a significant role, much like it did in films such as “Dirty Dancing” and “Grease”. The story follows a young man’s journey of self-discovery and chasing dreams, but it’s more than just a coming-of-age tale; it’s a joyous celebration of Black life, culture, and most crucially, Black happiness.
So far in Season 17, we’ve seen a whirlwind of disputes among Jewels versus Onya, Suzie against the entire competition, and numerous smaller conflicts that usually dominate an episode. Remarkably, these contestants aren’t just eager to win but seem indifferent about their image in the process. Queens like Onya, Lexi, and Jewels have found themselves in skirmishes where they shine and skirmishes where they stumble, making for a more intriguing dynamic than in Season 13, where Symone, Rosé, and Gottmik mostly stayed clear of the main drama, allowing the middle tier to battle it out.
In December 2024, Jon Ebeling, a former collaborator and friend of Brian Jordan Alvarez, accused him of sexual assault in an article by Vulture. They had both worked together on Alvarez’s 2016 web series “The Gay and Wondrous Life of Caleb Gallo,” along with Stephanie Koenig, Ebeling’s ex-girlfriend who also starred in “English Teacher.” Alvarez denied the allegations, and his representative told TheWrap that “Brian Jordan Alvarez’s interactions with Jon Ebeling were always consensual, as several witnesses have confirmed.” Following the article’s publication, FX released a statement saying, “We had previously reviewed the claims presented to us by another media outlet before the show’s premiere. Mr. Ebeling did not express any concerns to us. We will have no further comment at this time.
For now, there are more mysteries to unravel, despite the show seemingly having resolved them. Harry and LaGuerta reach the hospital where Bobby, shot in the neck, is undergoing surgery. Instead of addressing the issue during their ride over, Maria confronts Harry about the stolen Brian Moser file. However, Harry maintains that he took it to learn the truth about the son of his former Confidential Informant. He claims this is a personal matter and not something LaGuerta should worry about. It’s irrelevant that Brian Moser is the serial killer they are tracking and he is now targeting his next victim, an elderly woman named Barb at church bingo. (The charming Kathleen Rose Perkins portrays Barb, with exaggerated old-age makeup and a birthmark added for easy recognition in flashbacks.)
Years after creating “The End” for Australian television and contributing to “Nine Perfect Strangers,” I found myself immersed in “The Woman Who Fooled the World: The True Story of Fake Wellness Guru Belle Gibson.” This riveting book, penned by investigative journalists Beau Donelly and Nick Toscano, who initially exposed Gibson as a fraud, forms the foundation for “Apple Cider Vinegar,” the Netflix miniseries I developed. The series follows Kaitlyn Dever’s portrayal of Gibson, along with two characters grappling with real-life cancer diagnoses, as they navigate trust issues in Western medicine, the influence of social media, and the cutthroat dynamics that defined the girlboss era.
As a movie enthusiast, I’d say that two scenes encapsulate the mood of 2025 perfectly – the intersection of mundane and malevolent: one, an interview by Stephen Colbert with the current (or former) director of USAID; and two, Andy Cohen grilling Craig Conover about his breakup with Paige DeSorbo on WWHL. Both instances involve complex acronyms and are handled with the same level of seriousness. In 2025, who knows what’s right or wrong? But getting the USAID director on The Late Show was brilliant. That woman should be greeted with thunderous applause whenever she enters a room, given the challenges she’s faced this week. And here are some other individuals you might want to pay attention to, considering the challenging week we’ve all had.
Spoilers follow for Severance season two episode four, “Woe’s Hollow.”
In a sneak peek for the upcoming interview on February 11th, Boss Alexander and Rose expressed their curiosity about reading Boss’s personal journals themselves. “I suspect that certain entries from the journal have been selectively chosen to disclose or discuss,” Rose commented, adding, ” frankly speaking, we should be open and honest about everything.