The Anthony Bourdain Biopic Casting Is Chef’s Kiss

Sessa isn’t the initial actor to take on the role of the host from Parts Unknown and No Reservations on screen; Bradley Cooper played a character resembling him (called Jack Bourdain) in the brief-lived sitcom adaptation of Kitchen Confidential in 2005. Starting next month, Tony will commence filming and will work alongside Antonio Banderas in an unspecified role. We’ll cheerfully exclaim “Yes, chef!” to that casting news.

The Harry Potter TV Show Casting Is Getting Messy

Original: The first comment on a Max post about “The Last of Us” was “Snape is white.”

A different comment on a “coming soon to HBO” post was “Adam Driver for Snape, please,” followed by the Brazilian flag.

On the “coming soon” announcement for HBO, one person asked that Adam Driver be cast as Snape in an upcoming production, and added a Brazilian flag to their comment.

3. Original: Rehearsal preview? “Recast Snape.”

The rehearsal preview is asking for a change of actor in the role of Snape.

4. Original: Celtics documentary teaser? “Please listen to fans from all over the world. Respect Snape and Recast.” (Respect… Snape?)

In the trailer for the upcoming Celtics documentary, it is being requested that the creators pay attention to the wishes of fans worldwide, respect the character of Snape, and consider recasting him.

5. Original: Companion is now streaming on Max? “#fixsnape”

Now that the companion series is available for streaming on Max, fans are using the hashtag #fixsnape to express their desire for a change in the Snape character’s casting.

I Can’t Believe Étoile Got Away With This

Set partly in Paris and partly in New York, the premise of “Étoile’” explores the idea: “What if dancers from the New York City Ballet and the Paris Opera Ballet switched places?” This sets the stage for a broader question: “What if Amy Sherman-Palladino and her colleagues were able to spend time with a group of dancers in France?” While it’s important to acknowledge the effort put into the series, the show carries an exciting, almost disbelieving atmosphere as though the creators are savoring their unique opportunity.

Raphael Saadiq Had a Spiritual Experience Working on Sinners

It’s not surprising that director Ryan Coogler delved into Baraka’s work while crafting the script for his latest blockbuster, Sinners. This chilling film is built upon a profound respect for the blues, its significance within African-American culture, and the ominous specter of its misuse. In a poignant scene, this lineage becomes evident as Miles Caton’s character Sammie sings the evocative “I Lied to You,” a song that illustrates the ancestral origins of blues music in Africa, then showcases its numerous offshoots. As Raphael Saadiq, an experienced songwriter, explains, “I allowed my spirit to guide me through various stages, from hip-hop to The Hawkins Family.” Saadiq, who co-wrote the track with composer Ludwig Göransson, humbly states, “I consider myself more of a conduit.

Robert Irwin Trades Snakes for Sambas

Is it noteworthy that Robert Irwin, famously known as Steve Irwin’s son, is making a splash without his shirt on? In the upcoming season 34 of “Dancing With the Stars,” Robert, aged 21, will be joining the cast, just like his sister Bindi did in season 21 back in 2015. A sneak peek of Robert … Read more

The Studio Recap: I Hate Cancer!

With just one pediatric oncologist, things appear to be going smoothly at the start of this episode. Sarah (Rebecca Hall) and Matt have progressed in their relationship to the stage where she’s begun spending nights over and enjoying morning cappuccinos together. As Matt hands Sarah her drink, he playfully comments on the design he’s added to the foam. Admittedly, it resembles a phallic shape more than a palm tree, but his effort is appreciated.

The Wedding Banquet Gives a Familiar Story a Radical New Ending

Despite the challenges they faced, Lee and Angela were urged to hold onto hope, a theme that ran deep in “The Wedding Banquet.” This movie, released during a period of intensifying government repression, showcased an exceptionally progressive portrayal of queer family life back then. The modern version invites us to envision even more aspirational scenarios.

Where in the Galaxy Is Andor Now?

Apart from the significant planet Coruscant (to be discussed later), Andor’s second season does not return to any of the planets featured in its first season. However, a couple are mentioned, so let me provide a quick summary.

It Broke Her Too

On a gloomy March morning in Studio City, Los Angeles, Kaitlyn Dever and I connect for a ceramic knickknack painting session. Clad in jeans, an oversized sweater, and a baseball cap, she takes on the task with the seriousness that one might expect from an eldest child who’s been an actor since her teen years. Scanning every shelf thoughtfully, she ponders her choices before spotting some surprising bongs up high. Laughing, she muses, “What if I just said, ‘Yep, that’s what I’ll do!'” Eventually, she picks a doughnut-shaped box, deciding to paint it in vibrant Mardi Gras hues. “I’m terribly indecisive, especially with crafts,” she admits. “But here, you gotta go big or go home.