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Set in the 1990s, the film “Plainclothes” explores themes that remain strikingly relevant today. As Emmi shares, an article from the L.A. Times in 2016 about an undercover police officer arresting men in a Long Beach park bathroom resonated deeply with her personal experiences. At that time, Emmi was nearing the end of coming out and coincidentally had a brother starting his career as a police officer. This intersection of events sparked a wave of free-writing and journaling for Emmi, eventually culminating in the script for “Plainclothes.” The movie serves as a journey of acceptance, self-discovery, and sharing one’s truth, but it also delves into the concept of overcoming the internalized camera that often distorts our perspectives.

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Initially appearing as a regular character on Brier’s TikTok, “That Friend” later evolved into an audiobook featuring stars like Danielle Brooks, Nicola Coughlan, Lukas Gage, and both Rachel Dratch and Zegler. The narrative will center around a young adult aspiring to become an influencer in New York City, attempting to launch a podcast while maintaining relationships with her three closest friends. In essence, if the premise of “And Just Like That” were set during the timeframe of “The Carrie Diaries,” that’s approximately how the storyline could be described. As for where the show will ultimately be distributed, Awesomeness TV has a history of collaborating with platforms such as Netflix, Hulu, and Nickelodeon, in addition to producing their own YouTube series.

In the spirit of Ang Lee’s film, Ahn has modernized the story for a world where being queer is more about navigating challenges than committing sins. The director posed the question, “With marriage now an option, do we really desire it?” in his opening statement. Titled The Wedding Banquet, this movie follows two intertwined couples: Angela (Kelly Marie Tran) and Lee (Lily Gladstone), and Chris (Bowen Yang) and Min (Han Gi-chan, making his English-language debut). Struggling with fertility issues after two unsuccessful IVF attempts, Angela and Lee are unsure if they can afford another round without mortgaging their home. Meanwhile, Min loves Chris but is uncertain about his commitment. If Min doesn’t marry soon, his family intends to send him back to Korea to manage the family business instead of pursuing his art career in the U.S.

This over two-hour documentary is an incredibly spectacular tribute to the pop stars and songs that made the NBC late-night show famous for launching musicians and comedians. Directed by Questlove and Oz Rodriguez, a regular director at Saturday Night Live, this documentary takes you on a comprehensive, dynamic, and genuinely exciting journey through five decades of rock, hip-hop, punk, and other genres inside 30 Rock. It premiered earlier this week on NBC and is now available for streaming on Peacock. If you’ve been hesitant to watch it, here are five compelling reasons why you should pause what you’re doing right now and press play on this incredible compilation of performances from some of the best musical artists (and comedians masquerading as musicians) ever.

Initially, when we introduced our column and newsletter, I expressed that our aim was to monitor the fast-changing landscape of video content production and distribution, as streaming services began to overshadow traditional linear television. As the streaming battle intensified, Buffering sought to function as a guide through these impending conflicts. Since then, we’ve focused on tracking the debut of various streaming platforms from established media companies, and reporting on the unexpected challenges they faced, including COVID-19, mergers, labor disputes, and volatile market fluctuations. We’ve also chronicled Netflix’s tumultuous journey over the past five years as it navigated both new streaming competitors and persistent competition from tech giants like Amazon and Apple. Furthermore, we’ve kept an eye on emerging battlefronts in the digital television war, such as the surge of free streamers like Tubi and the Roku Channel. One thing is clear: The past few years have certainly not been dull.

Nivola excels at portraying men who carry a sense of burden or unfulfilled desire for respect or affection. He has a knack for moving effortlessly between various emotional landscapes. His compelling performances as the self-deprecating Attila, relative to the gifted architect László Tóth (Adrien Brody), in the critically acclaimed film “The Brutalist“, and his captivating portrayal of the antagonist Rhino in “Kraven the Hunter” showcase the extremes of his versatile acting range. In real life, he comes across as humble and talkative.

Compared to its predecessor, the movie Dune has fewer major awards nominations and significantly less chance of winning the Best Picture award, making its path seem as slim as Timmy’s stillsuit. While it is theoretically possible for the sequel to win a precursor prize, in reality, this series may need to return to Arrakis before it can be seriously considered for contention again.

Despite shifting away from focusing solely on Los Angeles, the upcoming show will maintain several key aspects of the original that made us fans. This includes interactive segments with live audience calls and a unique blend of guests, ranging from celebrities like Arnold Schwarzenegger to comedians like Nikki Glaser, to professionals such as family therapists, all accompanied by music from bands like Mannequin Pussy. As John Mulaney put it, “Imagine seeing Arnold Schwarzenegger next to Nikki Glaser next to a family therapist with music by Mannequin Pussy – that’s the kind of unexpected mix we’re offering.” Mulaney emphasized that while he isn’t introducing anything entirely new, by rearranging elements that others have used and presenting them in an unconventional order, he aims to create a fresh feel, which is what truly matters.

In this season of “The Traitors,” we have Danielle Reyes, a notable figure from “Big Brother 3” who skillfully controlled her original season from start to near finish, losing only because the players she eliminated went home and held grudges against her. Known for her manipulative strategies, Danielle was even praised by fellow “Big Brother” alum as the best player never to win a title, a sentiment echoed in the “BB” fan community. However, this time around, Danielle’s gameplay is far from impressive. She’s making overt, attention-grabbing moves, pushing potential allies away, and putting on dramatic performances that are more fitting for a community center than a reality TV show. Even Tom Sandoval, who is not known for his intelligence, has noticed her poor play.