Mark Kermode’s best films of 2021

This is what it's like at the Manchester Airport as skilled pilots land planes without a hitch during Storm Eunice.

An outraged thug with a "terrible" history of strangling and attacking his former partner and threatening to burn down her home ignored a court order to leave her alone.

Al Roker kicked off Friday as he meant his weekend to go, and that was by getting in some cardio and doing what he loves most – listening to The Spinners.MORE: How Al Roker and Deborah Roberts are preparing for life-changing moment involving son NickThe 67-year-old took to Instagram to share a sweet video message with his 843,000 followers all the way from his basement.WATCH: Al Roker inspired fans with latest updateIn the clip, the Today show weatherman could be seen on his treadmill whilst letting his followers in on a secret.MORE: Al Roker and son Nick open the doors into their never-ending living roomMORE: Al Roker majorly divides fans as he shares Today Show change for 2022 Olympics"Well, it's been a long week, hopefully, you are going to get a little rest, a little relaxation, spend some time with folks or doing things that bring you joy," he revealed, before adding: "One of the things that brings me joy? Listening to The Spinners, old school baby! That's right."And nothing makes me feel better than putting on your walking cane, putting on your hat and going to see The Rubberband Man, that’s right. In the meantime, have a great weekend, take care of yourself and hopefully, will see you on Monday!" Al Roker was praised for lifting his fans' spirits of Friday morningAt the end, Al can be seen miming along to The Rubberband Man, which is playing in the background.Captioning the sweet clip, the star wrote: "If you've been feeling a little stretched lately, just in time, it's the #weekend.

Edinburgh has just been crowned the best city for foodies in the UK.

As house prices continue to soar across the country, reaching record highs over the last year, it is getting harder and harder to afford a new home.

Dashcam footage has revealed the blizzard conditions on one Scots road as Storm Eunice wreaks havoc across the country.

Mark Wahlberg is looking incredible at 50.

Motherwell may face a new manager at Fir Park this Saturday when Aberdeen come to ML1 for the second successive weekend.

The BBC has struck a six-year deal for the MasterChef franchise and is moving production from London to Birmingham.

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their engagement after he proposed to her on Valentine’s Day. The lovebirds, who’ve been dating for nearly two years, are set to become Mr.

Erika Girardi, also known as Erika Jayne, is in legal trouble again.

Jake Gyllenhaal is sharing some rare insight into his relationship with Jeanne Cadieu.

Kelly Clarkson is making some changes.

The number of female directors on top-grossing films in 2021 has decreased, according to the latest Celluloid Ceiling study from the Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film at San Diego State University.

As 2021 draws to a close, the film aficionados who make up Deadline’s International Critics Line crew have each chosen their to three titles of the year to hail from abroad. Some were world premieres at Sundance, Berlin, Cannes, Venice or Toronto, though not all are on the Oscar International Feature shortlist, nor are they each in a foreign language It’s also interesting to see some overlap, with a trio of films showing up more than once.

took to Instagram to note she was “in complete and utter shock” over Vallée’s death. Vallée directed every episode of the first season of “Big Little Lies” and served as an executive producer and editor on the second season.Cameron Bailey, CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival, tweeted, “Can’t believe it.

Director and producer Jean-Marc Vallée, who won an Emmy for directing the hit HBO series “Big Little Lies” and whose 2013 drama “Dallas Buyers Club” earned multiple Oscar nominations, has died. He was 58.

Pat Saperstein Deputy EditorJean-Marc Vallée, the Quebecois director of films including “Dallas Buyers Club” and TV projects such as “Big Little Lies,” has died outside Quebec City. He was 58.The cause of death was not immediately known.His producing partner, Nathan Ross, said in a statement, “Jean-Marc stood for creativity, authenticity and trying things differently.

Jean-Marc Vallée has died suddenly at age 58. The Canadian writer, director, editor and producer won Emmy Awards and a DGA Award for Big Little Lies, and was Oscar nominated for directing Dallas Buyers Club, the film that won Oscars for both Matthew McConaughey and Jared Leto. I am still gathering details, but can divulge that he passed away at his cabin outside Quebec City, and that his family and close advisors are in shock.

It's been a huge year for Tyson Fury, who reaffirmed his position as world heavyweight champion with a knockout victory against Deontay Wilder.

So long, 2021! As the end of the year approaches, Us Weekly’s Stylish is taking a look back at the best red carpet fashion moments of 2021.

Clayton Davis Variety's Awards Circuit is home to the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars and Emmys ceremonies from film awards editor Clayton Davis. Following history, buzz, news, reviews and sources, the Oscar and Emmy predictions are updated regularly with the current year's list of contenders in all categories.

Clayton Davis Variety's Awards Circuit is home to the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars and Emmys ceremonies from film awards editor Clayton Davis. Following history, buzz, news, reviews and sources, the Oscar and Emmy predictions are updated regularly with the current year's list of contenders in all categories.

Clayton Davis Variety's Awards Circuit is home to the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars and Emmys ceremonies from film awards editor Clayton Davis. Following history, buzz, news, reviews and sources, the Oscar and Emmy predictions are updated regularly with the current year's list of contenders in all categories.

Clayton Davis It’s time to have a serious conversation about “Spider-Man: No Way Home” and what it can achieve at the Oscars this year.Looking at the Oscars shortlists announced on Tuesday, the third chapter in the Tom Holland universe showed up in two categories — sound and visual effects — despite its late release.Unlike most superhero pics, critical and audience opinion are aligned (at 94% and 99% on Rotten Tomatoes, respectively) about the film.

Jenelle Riley Deputy Awards, Features EditorAs the year comes to a close and the major awards contenders have screened, we look at some of the films competing for a slot in the best picture race.Being the Ricardos (Amazon Studios) Many couldn’t picture Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem as Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, but “Being the Ricardos” proves them all wrong. The Academy loves movies about the business and the film not only illuminates a beloved icon’s creative process, but also gives the writers room its due, probes 1950s sexism and a famous marriage.

The 2022 Oscar shortlists are here which means multiple Academy branches have given us some insight into what they like and, well, what they don’t. But before we jump into those tantalizing tea leaves, let us consider the box office sensation that is defying all pandemic expectations, “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” A Sony Pictures-Marvel Studios co-production that has proven that millions of moviegoers will risk the Omicron variant to see your friendly neighborhood, amazing, MCU Spider-Man (or should that be “men?”) on the big screen.

As awards season begins to heat up, the Oscars are narrowing down some nominees

Jon Burlingame editorThe music shortlists for Oscar consideration, announced Tuesday by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, might just be the most star-studded lineup in history.Nearly all of the 15 songs on the list for potential nomination have been written or recorded by pop superstars, and the approximately 375 members of Oscar’s music branch are going to have a difficult time paring the list down to five best-song nominees.The most interesting matchup involves spouses Jay-Z (cited for his song “Guns Go Bang” from “The Harder They Fall,” Jay-Z also serving as the film’s producer) and Beyoncé (for her “Be Alive” from “King Richard”).Three songs on the shortlist are by past Oscar winners: H.E.R., last year’s victor for “Fight

Preparing to direct "A Journal for Jordan," a bittersweet love story opening on Christmas Day, Denzel Washington says he took a "master class." That master class consisted of starring in a movie directed by Joel Coen, "The Tragedy of Macbeth," which opens the same day. "I steal from the best," Washington says with a smile.