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In real life, the 32-year-old British actor comes across as more friendly and understated than most of his onscreen characters. For instance, he plays a negligent lover in “Midsommar,” an obsessive chef in “The Bear,” and a dim-witted warrior in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3.” Unlike Shepard Leopold from “Death of a Unicorn,” who uses unicorn powder like it’s cocaine and justifies his family’s actions against nature as a “moral imperative,” Poulter doesn’t exhibit the excessive, self-centered behavior associated with Leopold. Instead, he is known as Daddy by his co-stars from “Warfare” because of his responsibility and productivity during their time together. Recently, I had the opportunity to interview Poulter at South by Southwest, where “Unicorn” was premiered, to talk about the contrasting roles he will be portraying this spring.

In this story, O’Hara portrays Patty Leigh, a former studio boss who has been replaced by the character played by Seth Rogen. Pascal, who was fired from Sony in 2015 after nine years, previously held this position. Previously, O’Hara had avoided such comparisons. “I didn’t study anyone because I didn’t want to—I was scared,” she told Variety on March 27.

In Garbus’s recently released docuseries Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer on Netflix, the latest chapter unfolds. As Garbus explains, unlike traditional true-crime documentaries which follow a rhythm of investigation, this case was unique because the investigation was initially at a standstill. Over the span of three episodes, Garbus delves into the Gilgo Beach murders, the police cover-up that delayed the probe, and ultimately, Heuermann’s arrest. Although Gone Girls follows the case timeline, it doesn’t adhere to an investigative tempo. Instead, it presents a struggle between what audiences might anticipate from an investigation and the emptiness and patience that define this story at its core.

The episode seemed to be hindered by certain factors. It appears that Madison may not have been comfortable with comedy, as she came across as somewhat nervous and underutilized throughout the show. The script primarily kept her playing supporting roles, with only a few sketches where she took center stage. I can’t help but wonder if her struggle with comedy is genuine or if it’s simply because she’s not naturally funny despite her charm.

I admired the attempt to avoid stereotyping her as an Anora-related character, but I feel that a greater emphasis on this connection could have been beneficial. In a sneak peek for the episode, Sarah Sherman presented an “Anora Fedora” idea, to which Madison responded with a toothy grin and a hint of sadness, saying, “You guys will have other ideas, right?” This interaction was both heartbreaking and captivating. I would have enjoyed seeing this idea developed into a full-fledged sketch.

In a different phrasing, here’s how the passage could be rewritten: I found the unusual ending of “The Mountain Teeth of Monsters” appealing. Elsa, with her omniscient and undead perspective, affirms that we are hurtling towards a sixth mass extinction, one that humanity itself has caused. Aunt Cara shares this suspicion from her living room couch on a ranch outside Bozeman, Montana, in 1923. Following the departure of the men to confront Spencer, Cara and Elizabeth engage in their characteristic conversations – ones where Lizzie says something seemingly innocent, which triggers Cara to deliver lengthy speeches about moral decline for extended periods. Tonight, Elizabeth points out the peculiarity of armed guards stationed outside the front door. According to Cara, men are inherently greedy and will continue to kill, steal, and destroy each other until a new world is needed without men at all. This is the grim prediction.

Actress Taylor Dearden partly credits her character’s tranquil focus to her own ADHD, a condition she shares with Dr. Mel in the TV series “Max medical drama.” Although the show doesn’t explicitly confirm that Mel is neurodivergent, Dearden suggests that the role was designed to hint at it. “I told the writers that ADHD and autism fall under the same spectrum now,” she explains. “All research on these conditions is combined.” Dearden believes this insight allowed her to bring a unique aspect of herself to the character. “I thought, I’ll show everything I usually hide,” says the actress. “I’ll let that shine instead.

In its original statement on Wednesday, the Academy made no mention of Ballal; however, it was disclosed on March 24 that he had been brutally assaulted by Israeli settlers and subsequently apprehended by the Israeli military. He was released on Tuesday. The original letter from the Academy stated, “We strongly denounce any harm or suppression inflicted upon artists due to their work or opinions.” Given the current global turmoil, marked by conflict and unrest, it’s not unusual for people to seek the Academy’s perspective on social, political, and economic matters. It’s crucial to remember that the Academy encompasses nearly 11,000 members worldwide, each with distinct viewpoints.

Following the posting of the apology on X, co-director Yuval Abraham acknowledged it promptly. He wrote, “The American Academy has apologized to Hamdan for failing to mention his name after he was attacked by Israeli settlers. This came following strong opposition from over 600 Academy members who were deeply troubled by the initial response.

In a post from 2023, Shigeru Miyamoto, the creator of Zelda, shared that for many years he has been collaborating with Avi Arad on a live-action adaptation of The Legend of Zelda. Arad, who has a history of producing blockbuster films like the Tom Holland Spiderman series and the Marvel doll movie (notably), served as the founder and former CEO of Marvel Studios. Recently, it was announced that Wes Ball, director of The Maze Runner, will be directing this live-action Zelda film. Ball aims to make the movie more realistic and grounded, hoping to emulate the style of a “live-action Miyazaki.

It’s undeniable that RuPaul’s Drag Race stands alone as the only television show where a convicted felon is celebrated for his love towards his gay, drag-queen son. Moreover, it’s remarkable to see a transphobic mother exerting such effort to conquer her prejudices and rebuild her relationship with the daughter she previously rejected. Even Samantha Star’s mother, a traditionally conservative woman with an unwavering loyalty towards her child, is making waves as a trailblazer today. In this challenging world where corporations are discarding LGBTQ+ individuals at an alarming rate, it’s heartening to know that Drag Race still thrives. It brings comfort in these trying times.

Despite the unexpected nature of her departure, it’s clear that dissatisfaction with Salke had been growing over time. Her resignation follows a series of Prime Video titles, some of which had high budgets but produced mixed results: During her leadership, every impressive ‘Fallout’ was followed by a lackluster ‘Citadel’ or ‘Red One’. As Puck reported, Salke’s decision to offer Phoebe Waller-Bridge a $20 million annual deal in 2019, following the success of ‘Fleabag’, hasn’t yielded any results since, and yet she continued to extend the contract. However, her management of the James Bond franchise attracted the most criticism and probably led to her resignation.