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'Odyssey' translator Emily Wilson rips apart film, says she'd be 'ashamed to have written' script

LOS ANGELES — Emily Wilson, whose translation of Homer's "The Odyssey" published in 2017 served as inspiration to Christopher Nolan when crafting his blockbuster adaptation of the nearly 2,800-year-old poem, has some thoughts on the film.

In a biting missive for the London Review of Books, the British American classicist dissected Nolan's ...Read more

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Details on Emma Roberts and Cody John's wedding. And what no-show dad Eric Roberts had to say

LOS ANGELES — Emma Roberts and Cody John have said "I do!"

After four years as an item, Roberts and John tied the knot during an intimate ceremony at John's family estate in Sun Valley, Idaho, on Saturday.

Page Six published photos of the outdoor nuptials that showed Roberts' 5-year-old son, Rhodes (whom she shares with ex Garrett Hedlund), ...Read more

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Northlight Theatre cuts a fresh ribbon in its former Evanston hometown

EVANSTON, Ill. — Northlight Theatre, long of Skokie, has had a date with Evanston from its beginning.

It’s a relationship officially re-consummated Tuesday as Northlight cuts the ribbon on its new, $33 million theater, built from the ground up in downtown Evanston, the near-Chicago suburb with a university whose graduates have shaped much ...Read more

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An overhauled take on the 'Purple Rain' musical will hit Broadway in the spring

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The “Purple Rain” musical will finally hit Broadway in 2027. But it won’t be the same version that made its world premiere last November at the State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis.

Previews start at the Majestic Theatre on March 12, with opening night set for April 12. Producers announced the news Monday, which was ...Read more

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It's official: 'Purple Rain' is making the leap from Minneapolis to Broadway

MINNEAPOLIS — “Purple Rain” finally has a Broadway date — and it won’t be the same show Minneapolis audiences saw.

On Monday, — exactly 42 years to the day that Prince’s film premiered — the producers behind the stage adaptation of his film announced that the musical will debut at Broadway’s Majestic Theatre in spring 2027. ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Madison Beer engaged

Madison Beer engaged to Justin Herbert

Madison Beer is engaged.

The 27-year-old singer announced the happy news in a post on her Instagram page, as she revealed she said yes to Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert's proposal.

She shared a cute gallery of pictures of herself and her husband-to-be, as she wrote alongside it: "Meet my fiancé."

Among those commenting on ...Read more

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Hallmark star chats about new Christmas at Disney World movie

ORLANDO, Fla. — Actress Lacey Chabert has shared glimpses of the experience she had while filming the upcoming Hallmark Christmas movie at Walt Disney World.

“I had a dream come true. I got to go to Disney World and make a movie,” Chabert said during Tuesday’s broadcast of “Live with Kelly and Mark.”

“We filmed at the park for ...Read more

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Naomi Watts sends birthday message to her 'divine and adventurous' son Sasha

Naomi Watts has sent birthday wishes to her "divine and adventurous" son Sasha.

The 57-year-old actress took to Instagram to commemorate her eldest child's 19th birthday over the weekend by sharing a selfie that he had taken with the sun setting behind him in the background.

Naomi - who also has daughter Kai, 17, with her former partner Liev ...Read more

What was Rebecca Romijn's big concern about reprising her role as Mystique in Avengers: Doomsday?

Rebecca Romijn was worried about how long the makeup process was going to take on Avengers: Doomsday.

The 53-year-old star is reprising her role as Mystique in the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) blockbuster and she explained how cosmetics were the first thing on her mind when she agreed to return to the part - as it previously took ...Read more

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Movie review: Peter Parker grows up in 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'

Peter Parker (Tom Holland) needs a vacation — and some friends. In the latest “Spider-Man” saga, “Brand New Day,” Peter’s all grown up and facing the struggles that many young adults have to navigate in the working world. And as a born-and-bred New York City hustler, “work-life balance” doesn’t mean anything to him.

As an ...Read more

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'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' review: A thrilling evolution in the MCU

At the heart of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is a deceptively simple question: “Are you Peter Parker or are you Spider-Man?”

For as long as we’ve known the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s version of Peter (played once again by the charmingly dorky Tom Holland), he’s tried to be both: the world-saving hero and the normal teenager. It ...Read more

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John Mulaney to do 9 shows in 9 NYC venues, ending at MSG

NEW YORK — Comedian John Mulaney will begin the new year by performing nine consecutive shows in nine New York City venues.

The 43-year-old funnyman told NBC’s “Today” show that the “special run” will end with a Jan. 15 finale at Madison Square Garden. But he’ll play several smaller venues along the way.

“Instead of doing one ...Read more

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Review: 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' sometimes forgets about its (and our) hero

There are times in "Spider-Man: Brand New Day" when you might find yourself missing Spider-Man.

This is one of those superhero mashup movies where, at times, there are four or five comic book characters all onscreen at once, like a superhero royal rumble. And there are times when the webslinger is sorely missed while the movie spends its time ...Read more

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Eminem to auction off sneakers from personal collection for charity

DETROIT — More than 100 pairs of sneakers from the personal collection of Eminem, signed by the rapper himself, are going on the auction block to raise money for the rapper's Marshall Mathers Foundation.

The sneakers are being offered through Julien's Auctions, the Los Angeles-based auction house which specializes in pop culture-based ...Read more

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Taylor Sheridan's 'Lioness' Season 3 premieres this weekend. Here's what to know

FORT WORTH, Texas — Taylor Sheridan’s “Lioness” premieres its third season this weekend.

The Paramount+ series stars Zoe Saldaña as CIA operative Joe, who balances her “personal and professional lives as the tip of the spear in the agency’s war on terror.” The Fort Worth-filmed show also stars Nicole Kidman, Michael Kelly and ...Read more

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Popular Twin Cities rock band Yam Haus is disbanding

MINNEAPOLIS — Just a few hours after what looked like yet another ladder-climbing performance by his affable, accessible pop-rock band at the Minnesota Yacht Club festival on July 18, Yam Haus singer Lars Pruitt let slide some big news that would not get out for another week.

“I think that was probably the last Yam Haus gig,” Pruitt ...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Nathan Fillion has revealed how he got out of a speeding ticket

Nathan Fillion explains how Jason Bateman got him out of a speeding ticket

Jason Bateman inadvertently got Nathan Fillion out of a speeding ticket due to a major mix-up.

The Rookie star Nathan - who plays a police officer in the show - has revealed his car was once pulled over by a real cop who seemingly recognised him and asked for an autograph but it turned out the officer had mistaken him for fellow actor Jason.

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Bang Showbiz / Britney Spears is planning to make soap and candles

Britney Spears planning wholesome new career move

Britney Spears is planning a wholesome new career move.

The pop superstar has confessed she's learning to be "kinder" to herself as she turns her life around following her rehab stint and reckless driving conviction earlier this year and she's now revealed she's thinking about setting up a new business making soaps and candles while she's also ...Read more

Marcus Mumford explains 'amazing' encounter with Kendrick Lamar in 'his undies'

Marcus Mumford was "amazed" when Kendrick Lamar stripped to "his undies" during a backstage meeting.

The Mumford and Sons star revealed he was once summoned to the rapper's dressing room for a chat after a performance at the Bonnaroo Music Festival in Tennessee and Marcus was left stunned when Kendrick started stripping off as they were talking...Read more

Bang Showbiz / Nicole Scherzinger in tears upon discovering she is to receive huge recognition

Nicole Scherzinger in tears upon discovering she is to receive huge recognition

Nicole Scherzinger broke down in tears after discovering she is to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.

The 48-year-old singer and actress was in disbelief upon hearing the news, and she wasn't sure if the moment was real or not.

She said in an Instagram video published on her page: "Why did she call my name? I'm not getting a star.

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