Peter Bart: As Disney Celebrates Its Centennial, Old Walt Might Have Cringed At Some Recent Strategies

There are ghosts on and off the screen in Ridley Scott’s 28th feature, chief among them being Stanley Kubrick’s unrealized biopic of Napoleon Bonaparte, the Corsican military strategist who inveigled his way up through the ranks of the military to become the leader of France not once but twice. That at the age of nearly 86 Scott has stepped up to finish what Kubrick couldn’t is something the British director will no doubt relish. But though his take on the story is his own, there’s still something elusive about Bonaparte’s story that doesn’t make a coherent whole: as is consistent with history, Scott’s Napoleon is a lover and a fighter, an incongruity that leads to sharp changes in tone and a restlessly episodic narrative that can be overwhelming in its dates, names and places.

FX has some of the most acclaimed shows on TV, and sadly, a bunch of them have ended or will be ending in 2023.

UPDATED, 3:20 PM: Police in England have arrested a man in connection with the death of hockey player Adam Johnson, who was gravely injured during a game in Sheffield last month. Authorities did not identify the person who was charged with manslaughter but said he remained in custody Tuesday.

Lily Allen is calling out Russell Brand for a rape joke made at her expense between himself, Jimmy Carr, Noel Fielding and Jonathan Ross.

CBS has announced that Young Sheldon is coming to an end in 2024.

Karlie Kloss is making a big new purchase.

Bradley Cooper, Carey Mulligan, and Matt Bomer are finally able to start promoting their movie Maestro now that the strike is over!

Kourtney Kardashian is celebrating her husband Travis Barker‘s birthday with her first public comments since welcoming their first child together.

Jana Kramer has officially welcomed her third child into the world!

James Gunn has confirmed that Ana Nogueira will be the writer taking Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow to the big screen.

Chris Appleton filed for divorce this week and he was spotted stepping out one day later.

Joaquin Phoenix has the support of his real-life partner Rooney Mara at the premiere of his new film Napoleon, though they skipped the red carpet photo op.

Kayla Nicole is now revealing the reason why she decided to unfollow Brittany Mahomes and her husband, star quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs, Patrick Mahomes, on Instagram.

, not to mention for your own . The holiday sales start earlier and earlier every year, anyway so who says we can’t enjoy a few steep markdowns right now?While we’re still waiting for the official November 24th list of of 2023 to materialize, it’s a great time to go deal hunting: Summer clothes are on final sale, while more seasonal picks (like and ) are just starting to be marked down.

Perry’s tragic death via social media. On Tuesday, Courteney Cox shared a sweet Instagram tribute to Matthew Perry. Cox shared a story about how their on-screen connection changed the trajectory of Monica and Chandler’s relationship.

Friends” co-star Matthew Perry. Hollywood was rocked when Perry’s sudden and shocking death was announced in October. The actor was just 54 years old at the time.

Gabi Hernandez (Camila Banus) exited Salem, leaving her husband Stefan DiMera (Brandon Barash) behind. Sadly, this is said to lead to the end of their marriage. So, what’s next for Stefan?“Days of Our Lives” spoilers suggest that Stefan and Gabi’s marriage is headed for a heartbreaking end.

90 Day Fiance couple Clayton Clark and Anali Vallejos’ first night together did not turn out as he hoped for. He admits he is anxious for her to arrive in the United States. He can’t wait for them to be together finally.

Welcome to Plathville parents Barry Plath and his estranged wife Kim Plath’s decision to divorce has been hard on the entire family. The kids are all dealing with the fact that their parent’s marriage is over. But it is a little more difficult for their dad to accept.Barry Plath continues to feel blindsided by his ex, Kim Plath.

“Dancing With The Stars” Season 32 is starting to get super competitive. With each elimination, the competition gets more intense. Former professional dancer Maksim Chmerkovskiy recently opened up with his predictions for this season’s finalists.Maks Chmerkovskiy knows a thing or two about what it takes to win “Dancing With The Stars.” The professional dancer took home the Mirror Ball Trophy in Season 18 with his partner, Meryl Davis.

The Cleveland Browns have had a few key injuries so far this season, but none of them have been as heartbreaking as Nick Chubb’s. Chubb went down in week two against the Pittsburgh Steelers with what everyone thought was a season-ending knee injury.

Courteney Cox is sharing an emotional tribute following the tragic death of Matthew Perry. The on-screen couple shared many moments on set and became fast friends in real life after working together on ‘Friends,’ and giving fans some of the most memorable scenes in the popular series.MATT LEBLANC SHARES TOUCHING TRIBUTE TO ‘FRIENDS’ CO-STAR MATTHEW PERRYSALMA HAYEK SHARES EMOTIONAL TRIBUTE AFTER MATTHEW PERRY’S TRAGIC DEATHThe actress shared her appreciation for Matthew, highlighting some of his qualities and sharing a special moment from the series.

Gigi Hadid is setting the record straight. The model and close friend of Taylor Swift has put some rumors to rest on social media. Following various headlines that suggested she was upset with Taylor Swift’s new romance with Travis Kelce, Hadid shared a message with her followers and shared how happy she is regarding Swift’s dating life.

Billie Eilish knows the power of platinum blonde hair. And she has mixed feelings about trading in her signature two-tone for a Marilyn-like hue a few years ago.When Eilish first hit the scene, she was rocking two-tone locks: lime green on top and black everywhere else. Nowadays it's red—on top, black everywhere else.

have returned. And Meghan Markle, she of the and side parts and all things most millennial, has fully embraced the trend. But her version of the simple shoe is more elevated than a mere slip-on.Out and about in Southern California, the Suits star was photographed wearing flats with a thin ankle strap that buckles on the side, and just the tiniest sliver of a heel.

, you rarely need to look further than Emily Ratajkowski.The official queen of risqué fashion moments that strike the perfect balance, is always wearing jaw-dropping outfits that never feel too over-the-top. A certified fashion icon, she can work just about every style—from oversized suiting to double denim and —but there's no doubt that her repertoire of “going out” outfits are some of the best.This week's installment was kicked off early, with a Monday night look that quite frankly put our own -by-8pm Monday aesthetic to shame.In Magda Burtrym with red appliquéd roses running down the center atop a series of bold cutouts, it was one of those super easy pieces you just know she threw on and immediately looked incredible with little need for accessorizing.Of course, being Emily Ratajkowski, she styled it to perfection.

matters more than the fact that you did, especially when it comes to long-term health and longevity. Published in , the study, which analyzed sleep data from over 60,000 people, found that those who maintained a regular sleep schedule were linked with a lower risk of death.More specifically, those with consistent —going to bed and waking up at similar times each day—decreased the risk of miscellaneous premature death by 20 to 48 percent, cancer-related death by 16 to 39 percent, and heart or metabolic issues by 22 to 57 percent.This isn't to say adequate rest has no importance, of course.

Legacy obituary. A cause of death was not listed. A Georgia memorial service is scheduled for Nov.

sleigh. The famed momager released her highly anticipated 2023 Christmas card — and long gone are the days of getting the entire KarJenner family gathered for an elaborate David LaChapelle photo shoot. In the pink card exclusively obtained by The Post, Jenner, 68, and her longtime boyfriend Corey Gamble, 43, smile in a vacation photo as “Happy Holidays” frames the picture in gold font.

Huntington Beach, CA’s Huntington Beach Pier for the ultimate trip down memory lane aka the 2023 Darker Waves Festival.Just a few of the big-name headliners set to perform include New Order, Tears For Fears, The B-52s, Echo and The Bunnymen and Devo.They’ll be joined by Soft Cell, The Psychedelic Furs, The Human League, Violent Femmes and Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark.That’s not all though.Over 20 (!) other major throwback acts will take the stage at the one-day extravaganza.And if you want to grab single-day passes, it isn’t too late.At the time of publication, general admission tickets start at $225 before fees on Vivid Seats.General Admission Plus and VIP passes are available as well.All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation.All three ticket types — GA, GA plus and VIP — for the one-day festival can be scooped up right here.As noted above, over 30 acts are performing at this year’s Darker Waves.To make sure you’re up to date on who’s going to be in Huntington Beach, you can check out the complete bill right here.Wondering who’s playing when?You can start mapping out your nostalgia-tinged day right here.Who else is on the road from the Reagan era?We’re glad you asked.Here are just five of our favorite ’80s icons you won’t want to miss live in the near future:• Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band• Madonna• Journey• Bryan Adams• New Kids On The BlockLooking for more options? Check out our list of the 107 biggest ’80s stars on tour in 2023 here.

Sammy Hagar is pulling out all the stops next year.The Rock and Roll Hall of Famer just announced his summer 2024 ‘The Best Of All Worlds Tour’ with Sammy Hagar and the Circle members former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony and Foreigner drummer Jason Bonham. But wait! There’s more!The trio will be joined by guitar legend Joe Satriani as well as opening act Loverboy all summer long.On the 25-concert run, the hard rockers will make a stop in both New York and New Jersey.First, they’ll swing into Saratoga Springs’ Saratoga Performing Arts Center on Monday, July 22.

CBS‘ No. 1 comedy series Young Sheldon is coming to an end. The Big Bang Theory spinoff will conclude with the upcoming seventh season, which will consist of 14 episodes. Young Sheldon will air a one-hour series finale on at 8 p.m. Thursday, May 16.

The International Cinematographers Guild (IATSE Local 600) has announced the first group of nominees for the 61st Annual ICG Publicists Awards, which honors publicists, unit still photographers, and entertainment journalists. 

Joe Otterson TV Reporter “Young Sheldon” will end its run at CBS with its upcoming Season 7. The “Big Bang Theory” prequel series is set to return on Feb. 15, with the one-hour series finale set to air on May 16.

In the late 1960s, Gram Parsons, fresh from leaving The Byrds and becoming close pals with the Rolling Stones, signed on to star in a sci-fi film, Saturation 70.

The angriest filmmaking fights that I’ve witnessed over the years have not been about cost or cast; they were about length. The movies were too long but so were the fights.