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Why Jon M. Chu Sees Both ‘Wicked’ Movies as One Epic, Like ‘The Lord of the Rings’
Director Jon M. Chu has spent more than five years bringing the beloved Broadway musical "Wicked" to the big screen. Now that both installments are complete, he's reflecting on the epic scope of the p...
Clayton Davis Oct 21, 2025
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,’ ‘Star Wars’ and ‘The Simpsons’ to Front HOMAGE’s New Kids NFL Collection
HOMAGE has long been known for carving out a niche for fans of nostalgia and pop culture, turning classic characters and iconic sports moments into wearable, vintage-inspired apparel. From the psyched...
Katie Ann Lehman Oct 21, 2025
Netflix Misses Q3 Earnings Estimates on Brazilian Tax Dispute, Revenue Rises 17%
Netflix revealed its third-quarter 2025 earnings Tuesday, focusing on revenue results following its decision to stop regularly reporting subscriber data earlier this year. The streamer reported adjust...
Jennifer Maas Oct 21, 2025
Rina Sawayama sends “big love” to Sabrina Carpenter but calls out “cultural insensitivity” of ‘SNL’ performance
Rina Sawayama has shared her thoughts on Sabrina Carpenter’s Saturday Night Live performance, praising the star but commenting on the performance’s martial arts theme. READ MORE: Sabr...
Adam England Oct 21, 2025
Adriana Barraza Joins Jonah Hill’s New Comedy ‘Cut Off’ at Warner Bros. (EXCLUSIVE)
Academy Award nominee Adriana Barraza has joined the cast of Jonah Hill's upcoming Warner Bros. comedy "Cut Off," Variety has learned exclusively. The film follows a pair of wealthy siblings who find ...
Clayton Davis Oct 21, 2025
‘The Perfect Neighbor’ Hits 16.7 Million Views in Three Days on Netflix
“The Perfect Neighbor” debuted with 16.7 million views in its first three days on Netflix. The documentary, which uses body-cam footage to follow the fatal shooting of Ajike Owens by her n...
Selome Hailu Oct 21, 2025
‘Little Amélie or the Character of Rain’ Wins Grand Jury Prize at Animation Is Film Festival
"Little Amlie or the Character of Rain” has won the Grand Jury Prize at the 8th annual Animation Is Film Festival. The features jury said, "Showing us the world from the perspective of a toddler...
Jazztangcay Oct 21, 2025
Japan’s first female Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is also a heavy metal drummer
Sanae Takaichi has become Japan’s first female Prime Minister after previous PM Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation last month, but before entering politics, she played in a metal band. The...
Adam England Oct 21, 2025
‘Spider-Man’ and the NBA Team Up on New Macy’s-Exclusive Collection
Macy's is leaning into its superhero era. The retailer unveiled today an exclusive “Spider Man” collection today, fusing the energy of New York's favorite web-slinger with the cultural clo...
Atingley4 Oct 21, 2025
Maggie Rose, a Queen Among Nashville Singers, on the Evolution That Led to Her ‘Cocoon,’ and Feeling at Home in Pop, Americana and Even the Jam Band Scene
Ask any music pro in Nashville who their five favorite singers are, and there’s a good chance that Maggie Rose will be part of their shortlist. Not that she hasn’t developed a notoriety ou...
Chris Willman Oct 21, 2025