Brendan Fraser is earning an enormous amount of applause for his role as a 600-pound man in “The Whale.” The 53-year-old actor — who is currently enjoying a career resurgence after some time away from the spotlight — revealed if he would ever go through a bodily transformation for another role. “I think it’s one … Read more
The tale of “Cocaine Bear” is nothing to sniff at. Those who viewed yesterday’s Redband trailer — about a black bear’s cocaine-fueled rampage through the Southern forest — were undoubtedly skeptical of the teaser caption claiming that the flick was “inspired by true events.” However, its far-fetched premise is indeed based on a true story. … Read more
Seems like Madonna was crazy for David Harbour. The Queen of Pop, 64, was allegedly so taken by the “Stranger Things” star, 47, that she invited him to secretly audition for her 2011 film “W.E.” “It was a crazy thing. It was a real cloak-and-dagger type of experience,” Harbour recalled Wednesday on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” … Read more
The new animated Disney movie “Strange World” is underperforming at the box office and is estimated to ultimately lose $147 million. The film also features the first openly LGBTQ+ teenaged Disney character, who discusses his crush in the movie. Film critic and author Christian Toto said of the film bombing: “Hollywood doesn’t fully grasp the … Read more
A star of the hit South Korean death contest drama “Squid Game” will stand trial on charges of indecent assault after being accused of inappropriately touching a woman in 2017, a court in the country said Thursday. O Yeong-su, 78, was indicted last week over the allegations, officials with the district court in Seongnam city … Read more
Zoe Saldaña made her mark in Hollywood by starring in popular movie franchises such as “Marvel,” “Avatar” and “Star Trek.” However, the 44-year-old actress recently admitted that she felt “artistically stuck” by being beholden to the genre of the films as well as her roles in them. Acting in these big-budget films has also allowed … Read more
CNN — Every year, as the days grow colder and Christmas draws nearer, “Love Actually” quickly becomes a festive favorite on people’s television screens. But nearly 20 years on from the release of the 2003 romantic comedy, the movie has faced scrutiny over its story lines and lack of diversity. “There were things you’d change … Read more
Just eight months after Will Smith took the stage of the Oscars and smacked comedian Chris Rock in the face, receiving a 10-year ban from the ceremony as a result, the actor is back in a major film. Too soon? Probably. But the 54-year-old is very good in the movie, and maybe even — buckle … Read more
CNN — They say artists have to be willing to do anything for their art, and for Joe Pesci, that includes setting his head on fire. In a new interview with People, the Oscar winner reflected on the making “Home Alone 2: Lost in New York” on the occasion of the sequel’s 30th anniversary and … Read more
OK, so I’ll sound like that cranky old guy (“Get off my lawn!”), but back in my day, there were only two holiday specials of note, NBC’s “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” (with those Norelco ads) and “A Charlie Brown Christmas” (on CBS). I’ll throw in “Frosty the Snowman” for good measure — but only because … Read more
The first day of February 2017 was a day like any other for Paris executive Sophie Grenier. Then, a mysterious call lit up her phone. On the line was a man, whose voice she didn’t recognize, telling her that the Minister of Defense urgently needed to schedule a video call. The bewildered Grenier, who at … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Fans of Marc Maron‘s “WTF” know that he begins every episode with stories about his life. Whether it’s recapping what he’s eaten that week, discussing relationships with friends … Read more
James Cameron has revealed that his long-awaited “Avatar” sequel is rooted in his personal issues. “I thought, ‘I’m going to work out a lot of my stuff, artistically, that I’ve gone through as a parent of five kids,’ ” Cameron, 68, told The Hollywood Reporter. “The overarching idea is, the family is the fortress. It’s … Read more
CNN — Disney’s press materials refer to the original 1988 movie “Willow” as “beloved,” which despite its admirers feels like nostalgic inflation of a pretty generic George Lucas-plotted fantasy that provided an early directing showcase for Ron Howard. Setting that aside, a Disney+ revival series isn’t without its charms, in a more contemporary narrative that … Read more
CNN — Mario learns that being a hero is a tough gig in the new trailer for “Super Mario Bros. Movie.” The colorful preview, in which Mario (Chris Pratt) sets off on an adventure to defend Mushroom Kingdom against Bowser (Jack Black), features a look at some much-anticipated characters, including Donkey Kong (voiced by Seth … Read more
Brendan Fraser revealed that his son helped him connect with his morbidly obese character in his newest film, “The Whale.” Fraser plays a 600-pound English teacher named Charlie who struggles to reconnect with his estranged teenage daughter, played by “Stranger Things” star Sadie Sink. The actor, 53, reflected on living with his eldest son Griffin, … Read more
CNN — Will Smith opened up to Trevor Noah about the now-famous slap at the Oscars in March during an appearance that aired Monday night on “The Daily Show.” While promoting his forthcoming film “Emancipation,” Smith called it “a horrific night” and said he “lost it” when he stormed the stage and slapped presenter Chris … Read more
This homeowner is a real Scrooge. Yano Anaya — who starred in the 1983 comedy “A Christmas Story” and its subsequent sequel — was cursed out by the owner of the iconic house in the film earlier this month, according to TMZ. In a recently obtained video from TMZ, the 50-year-old actor was in front … Read more
Vivid Seats is the New York Post’s official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. One show to rule them all is coming to the stage. A 21st anniversary concert celebrating “The Lord of the Rings – The Fellowship of the Ring” will … Read more
Clarence Gilyard Jr., a veteran scene-stealer who appeared in the ’80s blockbusters “Top Gun” and “Die Hard,” has passed away following a battle with an unknown illness. He was 66 years old. The actor’s death was confirmed by the University of Nevada in Las Vegas, where he had been working as a film and theater … Read more