Lankum: “This generation of Irish artists have a confidence to stand up and be themselves”

Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav has announced that the next “Lord of The Rings” movie is aiming for a theatrical release in 2026 and will have the creative involvement of filmmaker Peter Jackson, who co-wrote and directed all six Middle-Earth feature films based on the beloved high-fantasy novels of Professor J.R.R.

By and large, the inclusion of intimacy coordinators seems to be a good thing for the industry. In fact, it’s sad when you think about all those decades when they weren’t on set to help make sure everyone was comfortable performing these incredibly sensitive moments.

Following some impressive turns in “Anyone But You,” “The White Lotus,” and “Immaculate,” actress Sydney Sweeney has bagged an impressive new dramatic role. The “Euphoria,” also known for her part in “Madame Web,” Sweeney will star in Australian director David Michôd’s (“The King”) new film about trailblazing female boxer Christy Martin.

There is a lot of discourse about the new limited series “Baby Reindeer.” An utter smash hit for Netflix, the series is an adaption of Richard Gadd‘s stage play, which chronicles Gadd’s real-life experiences with a stalker and sexual assault. Despite Gadd and Netflix’s attempts to do everything possible to disguise or refashion the identities of some of the real-life subjects, there has been unexpected drama over viewers attempting to figure out just who was really who.

In 2022, A24 Films and Peacock teamed up with showrunner Bryan Fuller (“Hannibal“) to tackle a prequel streaming series set within the universe of “The Friday The 13th” franchise. However, ahead of its production, Fuller has exited “Crystal Lake,” following rumors that the series was falling apart or hitting pause, depending on who you believed.

When Rebecca Hall isn’t in the middle of kaiju battles in the “Godzilla x King Kong” MonsterVerse, she’s often seen making really great films. Her directorial debut, “Passing,” is a wonderful example of her creative mind.

Paramount Pictures is all in on “A Quiet Place” as one of their continuing franchises, as the first two movies focused on the Abbott family’s harrowing survival (thanks to sign language and their deaf daughter preparing them for silent communication) after aliens have wiped out a bunch of the human population as they’re attracted to sound and kill anyone that makes too much noise by making their presence aware to the deadly threat.

If cinema is somehow retracting, contracting, or diminishing, don’t tell the organizers of the Cannes Film Festival and all its many sidebars. Thank god for them because when you look at the Cannes 2024 line-up, cinema seems to be in great health and shape.

It’s undeniable that Glen Powell’s star is on the rise in Hollywood, thanks to his standout performances in “Top Gun: Maverick” and Richard Linklater’s intriguing romantic crime pic “Hit Man.” Powell’s indisputable talent and innate charisma have not gone unnoticed, and director J.J. Abrams (known for his work on “Star Trek” and “Star Wars”) is reportedly considering him for his next feature film.

Anna Wintour apologizes for the confusion surrounding the Met Gala theme[PHOTOS] Christian Siriano’s nod to the 2024 Met Gala: “Sleeping Beauties” falling asleep at iconic NYC spotsBreaking down Cardi B’s head-to-toe 2024 Met Gala lookAlluding to criticism received in Mexico, the actress was asked how she deals with it. “Everyone has their own opinion and I remain focused on what I have to focus on,” the Mexican star confessed.

Taylor Swift — aka Time Magazine’s 2023 Person of the Year — is kicking off a four-night ‘Eras Tour’ stint at Nanterre’s Paris La Defense Arena with special guest Paramore.And if you’ve held out to buy tickets until the last minute, you just might be in luck.Based on our findings, prices have dropped for a handful of the shows.When we last reported on ticket prices a mere 72 hours ago, they started at $246 before fees on Vivid Seats for the La Defense Arena ‘Eras Tour’ shows.Now, last-minute seats can be scooped up for as low as $205 before fees.Compared to how much tickets cost to see Tay Tay live in the U.S. last year, prices won’t get much better than this.Still on the fence about clicking that buy button?We’re here to help.Our team has everything you need to know and more about Taylor Swift’s four Paris concerts below.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.A complete calendar including all ‘Eras Tour’ Paris La Defense Arena concert dates and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found here:(Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and include additional fees at checkout.)Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand.

leaving the duke on his own during his quick trip.And while it’s not the first time the “Suits” alum left her husband to his own devices on home soil, Markle jetted off to Nigeria this week, where she’ll be reunited with the duke on Thursday.“Meghan seems to spend a lot of time in LA at home, she doesn’t tend to come over to the UK that much,” Grand Harrold, who worked for Charles for seven years when he was the Prince of Wales, exclusively told The Post.“I would have thought she would have wanted to come over and support Harry because the Invictus Games is a big part of his life, but it does seem odd.”“I don’t know if that’s because of what’s happened or because she is family orientated and wants to spend her time with the family,” he said on behalf of Fruity Slots, noting that “there must be a reason for it.”“It does seem odd as to why she didn’t — I can only assume she wanted to stay home with the family, as that’s a big part of what she does,” Harrold added.Harry, 39, touched down in London on Tuesday to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.But as his estranged, cancer-stricken dad King Charles continues cancer treatment — much like the Princess of Wales to boot — questions were raised as to why Harry didn’t bring Archie and Lilibet with him so that they could see their ailing grandfather.According to Harrold, the exiled royal “was aware” of his father’s jam-packed schedule — making it “tricky” for the kids to come along.“The late Queen was always about family, that’s not to say that the King isn’t about family as well, but there’s obviously something going on for Harry to choose not to.”“There may be a plan for later in the year for Harry to bring them over, maybe when it’s quieter,” he added.

—the duo that forever transformed the reality TV landscape with The Simple Life—are reuniting for a brand new reality series, for which I will be positively, 100%, absolutely seated.According to production sources, the series won't be . This is a brand new show with a brand new premise, though we don't yet know what that might be.

is not contained to the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as Simone Ashley would be the first to tell you. It includes airport arrivals, pre-event pap walks along the Upper East side, hotel departures, , and all the morning after looks that are perhaps just as curated as those designed for the gala itself. See: leaving a New York hotel yesterday afternoon in a pair of as if to remind spectators that she had up until this point been hard at work.s final coup of the 2024 Met Gala season reaffirmed her status as a cool girl on the rise, as she dressed in a leather jacket—something of a staple for this Surrey native—jean shorts and knee-high cowboy boots.

.Hair is personal, and Chung—who founded the brand with her husband, Kent—delights when customers shower her with the same excitement they would a celebrity. (Myself included.) It wasn’t until I discovered the T3 Featherweight Stylemax hair dryer years ago, followed by and, most recently, the that doing my hair—previously a chore—became something I actually looked forward to.“At the end of the day, it’s about what can I do to make your life easier and more pleasurable—or at least, to more easily understand how to do your hair,” Chung says. “Hair is a crowning glory for women.

Troy Deeney has urged Manchester United to surround Marcus Rashford with “professionals”.

Adam Thomas has been flooded with messages from fans as he again gushed over his 'beautiful' wife as he shared a fresh video from what has been described as the 'wedding of the century'.

When it comes to Alton Towers you can never have enough time there.

Brittney Griner says she thought about killing herself during the first few weeks she spent in a Russian jail, during her grueling 10-month wrongful detention in Russia in 2022. Now, 17 months after her release, Griner’s still recovering from the trauma; her healing includes mental health support from a therapist.

New data from the Trevor Project, the main suicide prevention organization for LGBTQ youth in the United States, reveals that more than one in 10 young people who identify as LGBTQ attempted suicide in 2023. The new national survey of LGBTQ young people shows high rates of suicide risk, harmful impacts of anti-LGBTQ politics and anti-LGBTQ bullying. The report also details and breaks down the percentages for each group, with suicidal ideation and suicide attempts.

Aramide Tinubu Black Twitter was something you were either aware of, or you weren’t. However, the influence of Black culture on the social media platform can’t be understated. Hulu‘s “Black Twitter: A People’s History,” based on Jason Parham’s 2021 Wired cover story and directed by Prentice Penny, is a three-part docuseries revolving around the voices, movements, GIFs and memes that defined an era.

Thania Garcia WME has signed Becky G for representation across all areas. All three of Becky’s full-length albums have debuted in the Top 10 of Billboard’s Top Latin Albums chart and she has been nominated for five Latin Grammys, including one for her and Karol G’s global collaborative smash “Mamiii.” Becky embarked on her first headlining tour last year after years of anticipation — she’s made countless key appearances at music festivals like Coachella and appeared as a guest act on tours with Katy Perry and Demi Lovato — and released her first regional Mexican and Mexican pop-infused album, “Esquinas.” In the last few months, the Inglewood, Calif.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Netflix used to say its goal was to become HBO faster than HBO could become Netflix. Well, Netflix succeeded on that front. Now Warner Bros.

Brent Lang Executive Editor Sandbox Films has promoted Jessica Harrop to executive director of the company. In her new role, she will lead in strategic planning, editorial decision-making and the building of new partnerships and initiatives at the nonfiction studio.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Nicholas Galitzine recently told British GQ that he felt somewhat guilty when deciding whether or not to play a gay character as a straight man because he does not want to take up anyone else’s space or opportunities. Galitzine starred opposite Taylor Zakhar Perez last year in Prime Video’s popular gay romance film “Red White and Royal Blue,” and he’s currently a co-lead opposite Julianne Moore in the Starz drama “George & Mary.” Galitzine’s character in the series is queer. “I identify as a straight man, but I have been a part of some incredible queer stories,” Galitzine told the publication.

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Eric Schultz knows his way around politics. The Washington, D.C. consultant served as deputy White House press secretary during the Obama Administration from 2014-2017.

Paul Schrader absentmindedly builds installation art out of seven prescription bottles, two inhalers and an empty martini glass, as we sit in a restaurant for seniors in a Manhattan high-rise. Outside, lights twinkle on the Hudson. In 1975, Schrader went to bed with a pistol under his pillow while writing “Taxi Driver.” “Having the option to end things is the only way I could sleep,” Schrader says.

Julia MacCary editor During his sold-out Hollywood Bowl show on Wednesday, Matt Rife nodded to his controversial 2023 Netflix special, which sparked ire due to a joke about domestic violence. He broached the subject during a nearly 90-minute set featuring jokes about drugs, old people and insomnia. At one point, the 28-year-old comedian smoked a joint with a 68-year-old woman in the crowd.

Joe Otterson TV Reporter Kristen Johnston will star alongside Leanne Morgan in the latter’s upcoming Netflix comedy series, Variety has learned. The untitled multi-cam comedy was picked up at Netflix in April with a 16-episode order. Morgan co-created the series with Susan McMartin and Chuck Lorre.

K.J. Yossman “Baby Reindeer” star Richard Gadd and “Jurassic Park” icon Jeff Goldblum are among those set to present a BAFTA TV award on Sunday night.

One of the North West's most influential gangsters saw his empire come crashing down following a violent raid on a stash house.

Damn, Bette Midler is one bad beach you really don’t wanna mess with! Even if you’re a kid!

There’s been a huge update in the Christine Quinn and Christian Dumontet situation!

Special Ops: Lioness, which has been rebranded as Lioness, has been renewed for a second season at Paramount+!

Travis Scott and Live Nation have settled nearly all the wrongful death lawsuits filed over the Astroworld festival tragedy.Ten people died and hundreds were injured following the tragedy in November 2021.Multiple lawsuits have since been filed but according to the Associated Press all 10 wrongful death lawsuits have now been settled apart from one.Neal Manne, a lawyer for Live Nation, said during a court hearing relating to Madison Dubiski’s death yesterday (May 8) nine have been settled, including the one filed by Dubiski’s family. The 23-year-old Houston resident was one of the 10 people killed during the crowd crush.Noah Wexler, a lawyer for Dubiski’s family, confirmed during the court hearing that their case “is resolved in its entirety.”Scott’s publicist Ted Anastasiou told AP: “Mr.

Coronation Street fans were left taken aback as a fan favourite made an unannounced exit from Weatherfield. Ayla Nazir, played by actress Sair Khan, left the cobbles in a taxi in an understated departure, which aired during Wednesday's episode.The moment was understandably overshadowed by the drama surrounding Lauren Bolton's disappearance and Nathan Curtis' return. Ayla has headed to Dublin for a six-month work placement with Fabian's law firm.