A couple of words are nowhere to be found in the title of the new Broadway play “Giant,” about children’s author Roald Dahl — namely “friendly” and “peach.” Theater review GIANT 2 hours and 15 minutes, with one intermission. At the Music Box Theatre. By the bitter end, it’s clear why. Because this Dahl, viciously … Read more
There’s no need for a revelio spell here. John Lithgow has fully stepped into his role as Professor Albus Dumbledore on set of the upcoming HBO “Harry Potter” television series. On Tuesday, the actor, 79, was spotted filming the show while sporting a long, white beard, and an oversized robe. John Lithgow as the new Professor Dumbledore. Dean … Read more
John Lithgow isn’t being intimidated by “Harry Potter” fans. The actor, 79, did an interview with The Times of London published Sunday where he addressed the backlash he’s gotten for joining HBO’s “Harry Potter” TV series because of J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans controversies. Lithgow said he “absolutely” didn’t expect to get so much hate from the … Read more
We only get so long on the third rock from the sun. John Lithgow has a new outlook on death following the passing of his close friend. The “Conclave” actor, 79, who has survived three bouts of cancer, said recently that he became more comfortable with his eventual demise after his friend and colleague Doug … Read more
movie review CONCLAVE Running time: <br>120 minutes <br>Rated PG (thematic material and smoking). <br>In theaters Nov. 8 You could call “Conclave,” the juicy new Vatican thriller starring Ralph Fiennes, a pope opera. Director Edward Berger’s movie, which played Monday in the Toronto International Film Festival, is no sober depiction of the inner workings of the … Read more
It’s that time of year to look at the hundreds of shows that aired on TV and pick out the best. This year has had an especially rich stew of offerings, in every genre ranging from comedy to epic fantasy to prestige drama. Here’s our selection of the 10 best shows from 2022. “Severance,” AppleTV+ … Read more