‘X’ movie review: The Texas Horndog Massacre
Director Ti West returns to the big screen after a six-year absence backed by powerhouse distributor A24, whose films, for better or worse, have come to epitomize the “elevated horror” trend. And in some ways, “X” fits that mold. At its heart, however, “X’ is a down-and-dirty slasher picture, not a drama in horror drag. Here's film critic Katie Rife's review.
Director Ti West returns to the big screen after a six-year absence backed by powerhouse distributor A24, whose films, for better or worse, have come to epitomize the “elevated horror” trend. And in some ways, “X” fits that mold. At its heart, however, “X’ is a down-and-dirty slasher picture, not a drama in horror drag. Here's film critic Katie Rife's review.
Amazon closes $8.45B MGM studio acquisition
Amazon has closed its $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM Studios as it looks to boost its streaming service in competition with Netflix and Disney.
Amazon has closed its $8.45 billion acquisition of MGM Studios as it looks to boost its streaming service in competition with Netflix and Disney.
Pete Davidson no longer going to space on Blue Origin flight, company says
Pete Davidson is no longer going to the edge of space on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket after the launch was delayed, the company said.
Pete Davidson is no longer going to the edge of space on Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin rocket after the launch was delayed, the company said.
TV recap: Welcome to ‘Welcome to Flatch’
The setting: Flatch, Ohio. Population 1,526. The premise: FOX has sent a documentary crew to explore what life is like in a small town and why so many Americans are longing for a simpler life there. The result: Oddball hilarity with a heaping side of heart.
The setting: Flatch, Ohio. Population 1,526. The premise: FOX has sent a documentary crew to explore what life is like in a small town and why so many Americans are longing for a simpler life there. The result: Oddball hilarity with a heaping side of heart.
Arnold Schwarzenegger tells truth about war in Ukraine in message to Russian people
Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shares a message with the Russian people on the dangers of propaganda in a time of war.
Former California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger shares a message with the Russian people on the dangers of propaganda in a time of war.
'Ms. Marvel' trailer drops; Muslim teen superhero is from Jersey City
The full trailer for the Disney+ show Ms. Marvel dropped this week, showing Iman Vellani in the lead role as Kamala Khan, a Pakistani American teenager from Jersey City who idolizes the Avenger Captain Marvel.
The full trailer for the Disney+ show Ms. Marvel dropped this week, showing Iman Vellani in the lead role as Kamala Khan, a Pakistani American teenager from Jersey City who idolizes the Avenger Captain Marvel.
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame responds to Dolly Parton’s withdrawal from nomination
Dolly Parton was among 17 contenders for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced last month, including Beck, Pat Benatar, Eminem and Dionne Warwick.
Dolly Parton was among 17 contenders for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced last month, including Beck, Pat Benatar, Eminem and Dionne Warwick.
Kanye West suspended from Instagram for 24 hours
Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.
Kanye West was placed on a 24-hour suspension by Instagram on March 16 for violating its policies on hate speech, harassment and bullying, a Meta spokesperson said.
Jussie Smollett released from county jail pending the appeal of his conviction
Jussie Smollett was ordered released from jail Wednesday by an appeals court that agreed with his lawyers that he should released pending the appeal of his conviction for lying to police about a racist and homophobic attack.
Jussie Smollett was ordered released from jail Wednesday by an appeals court that agreed with his lawyers that he should released pending the appeal of his conviction for lying to police about a racist and homophobic attack.
‘The Masked Singer’: Season 7 contestant revealed, rammed out of the competition
On Wednesday evening’s new episode, another contestant was forced to “take it off” and be revealed — and this time it was the Ram that would be herded out of the competition.
On Wednesday evening’s new episode, another contestant was forced to “take it off” and be revealed — and this time it was the Ram that would be herded out of the competition.
Schitt’s Creek-themed cruise to set sail from Florida
"Moira’s Party Boat: Ew, Cruising!" is set to sail from Miami on March 30, stopping in Key West, Florida, and then on to Nassau, Bahamas. The cruise will return to Miami on April 3.
"Moira’s Party Boat: Ew, Cruising!" is set to sail from Miami on March 30, stopping in Key West, Florida, and then on to Nassau, Bahamas. The cruise will return to Miami on April 3.
Netflix to launch test that requires subscribers to pay for users outside household
Netflix says it is testing a new feature for its members in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, requiring users to add “sub accounts” for up to two people they don’t live with — and it will come at a cost.
Netflix says it is testing a new feature for its members in Chile, Costa Rica and Peru, requiring users to add “sub accounts” for up to two people they don’t live with — and it will come at a cost.
Chris Cuomo seeks $125M from CNN over 'unlawful' firing
His filing seeking arbitration on Wednesday exposed more ugliness at the network.
His filing seeking arbitration on Wednesday exposed more ugliness at the network.
‘No one can be bothered to do it’: Rod Stewart posts video fixing pothole
The 77-year-old rock icon posted a video of himself fixing a pothole in his neighborhood — and the internet loved him for it.
The 77-year-old rock icon posted a video of himself fixing a pothole in his neighborhood — and the internet loved him for it.
Beauty tycoon Marilyn Miglin, longtime host of Home Shopping Network, dead at 83
Beauty industry mogul Marilyn Miglin, who hosted for the Home Shopping Network for over 25 years, has died. She was 83.
Beauty industry mogul Marilyn Miglin, who hosted for the Home Shopping Network for over 25 years, has died. She was 83.
CD sales in US increase for 1st time in nearly 20 years
U.S. sales for physical CDs in 2021 increased for the first time since 2004, according to recent data published by the Recording Industry Association of America.
U.S. sales for physical CDs in 2021 increased for the first time since 2004, according to recent data published by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Doctors once said Sarasota Cirque du Soleil performer would be 'crippled for the rest of his life'
TTeven Del Monte beat the odds, being one of only 60 artists chosen from a worldwide pool of thousands to perform in the new Disney/Cirque du Soleil show “Drawn to Life,” now at Disney Springs.
TTeven Del Monte beat the odds, being one of only 60 artists chosen from a worldwide pool of thousands to perform in the new Disney/Cirque du Soleil show “Drawn to Life,” now at Disney Springs.
AMC Entertainment buys stake in gold, silver miner Hycroft
Following the closing of the deal, AMC and precious metal investor Eric Sprott will become Hycroft's second largest shareholders
Following the closing of the deal, AMC and precious metal investor Eric Sprott will become Hycroft's second largest shareholders
New Selena album coming out next month
A new album featuring 13 songs from the late Tejano signer Selena Quintanilla Perez is coming out next month, her father announced.
A new album featuring 13 songs from the late Tejano signer Selena Quintanilla Perez is coming out next month, her father announced.
Scott Hall, WWE Hall of Famer, New World Order co-founder, dies at 63
Scott Hall, the legendary wrestler best known for his character “The Bad Guy” Razor Ramon, died after being taken off life support following complications after hip surgery, according to reports.
Scott Hall, the legendary wrestler best known for his character “The Bad Guy” Razor Ramon, died after being taken off life support following complications after hip surgery, according to reports.