March movie preview: The Batman, Ryan Reynolds, a new Pixar and some Sundance favorites
From a Ben Affleck/Ana de Armas erotic thriller to a Sandra Bullock/Channing Tatum adventure romance to Netflix’s new Ryan Reynolds sci-fi action drama, movie stars are back in full force. Plus Robert Pattinson suits up as a superhero named Batman in an epic noir take on the Caped Crusader, dramatically titled “The Batman.” this year’s Sundance Film Festival are already making their way onto streaming platforms. Here’s what’s headed your way, cinematically speaking, in March 2022.
From a Ben Affleck/Ana de Armas erotic thriller to a Sandra Bullock/Channing Tatum adventure romance to Netflix’s new Ryan Reynolds sci-fi action drama, movie stars are back in full force. Plus Robert Pattinson suits up as a superhero named Batman in an epic noir take on the Caped Crusader, dramatically titled “The Batman.” this year’s Sundance Film Festival are already making their way onto streaming platforms. Here’s what’s headed your way, cinematically speaking, in March 2022.
Streaming spotlight: In final season, “Better Things” continues to do what it does best
Pamela Adlon’s comedic but poignant look at the life of a middle-aged single mom feels, in some ways, ahead of its time — and that’s been true of “Better Things” since the beginning. Read Ines Bellina's review, plus more on the week in television.
Pamela Adlon’s comedic but poignant look at the life of a middle-aged single mom feels, in some ways, ahead of its time — and that’s been true of “Better Things” since the beginning. Read Ines Bellina's review, plus more on the week in television.
‘The Batman’ review: Why so serious?
The latest take on the Caped Crusader, Matt Reeves' “The Batman” offers a weirder, less likable Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattison) and some slightly subversive things to say about its own genre. But at the end of the day, it’s still yet another grim and gritty Batman movie — one that’s plentiful style can’t quite make up for its lack of substance. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
The latest take on the Caped Crusader, Matt Reeves' “The Batman” offers a weirder, less likable Bruce Wayne (Robert Pattison) and some slightly subversive things to say about its own genre. But at the end of the day, it’s still yet another grim and gritty Batman movie — one that’s plentiful style can’t quite make up for its lack of substance. Here's film critic Caroline Siede's review.
NAACP Image Awards: Jennifer Hudson wins 'Entertainer of the Year'
The awards ceremony aired live on BET in Los Angeles with some talent appearing in person while others watched virtually. There was no in-person audience.
The awards ceremony aired live on BET in Los Angeles with some talent appearing in person while others watched virtually. There was no in-person audience.
Review: ‘Studio 666’ sends Foo Fighters on a sonic highway to hell
“Studio 666”, the new horror-comedy starring the iconic ‘90s alt-rock band Foo Fighters, might not be Good Cinema, but it's easy to forgive the film its trespasses because, well, everyone's having so much dang fun. Film critic Clint Worthington reviews the latest from Dave Grohl and company.
“Studio 666”, the new horror-comedy starring the iconic ‘90s alt-rock band Foo Fighters, might not be Good Cinema, but it's easy to forgive the film its trespasses because, well, everyone's having so much dang fun. Film critic Clint Worthington reviews the latest from Dave Grohl and company.
Amanda Bynes files to end 9-year conservatorship: reports
Amanda Bynes is fighting for her independence and has filed to end her conservatorship after nearly a decade, according to reports.
Amanda Bynes is fighting for her independence and has filed to end her conservatorship after nearly a decade, according to reports.
Britney Spears leaving LA home post-conservatorship, in ‘process of buying’ new digs: ‘Time for change!‘
The ‘Toxic’ performer has lived in the Thousand Oaks mansion for seven years
The ‘Toxic’ performer has lived in the Thousand Oaks mansion for seven years
US Army discovers MIA soldier from only Black infantry division in WWII is related to Spike Lee
Famed movie director Spike Lee received a letter in the mail from the United States Army telling him about his relative who was part of the only Black infantry division serving in World War II in Italy which was the focus of a movie Lee directed in 2008.
Famed movie director Spike Lee received a letter in the mail from the United States Army telling him about his relative who was part of the only Black infantry division serving in World War II in Italy which was the focus of a movie Lee directed in 2008.
The Amazing Johnathan, Vegas comedian and magician, dies at 63
The Amazing Johnathan, a longtime Vegas comic and magician, died this week at his home in Nevada, according to family members and multiple media reports.
The Amazing Johnathan, a longtime Vegas comic and magician, died this week at his home in Nevada, according to family members and multiple media reports.
Tom Brady to play himself, produce road trip movie: ’80 for Brady’
Retired NFL star Tom Brady will play himself in a new movie he’s also producing called “80 for Brady,” a film about four Patriots fans traveling to Super Bowl LI.
Retired NFL star Tom Brady will play himself in a new movie he’s also producing called “80 for Brady,” a film about four Patriots fans traveling to Super Bowl LI.
Elton John is 'all good' after private jet makes emergency landing after hydraulic failure
Elton John had a terrifying arrival into Ireland on Tuesday after his private jet suffered a hydraulic failure.
Elton John had a terrifying arrival into Ireland on Tuesday after his private jet suffered a hydraulic failure.
Iron Maiden: ‘The Number Of The Beast’ anniversary to be released on cassette tape
Iron Maiden will commemorate the 40th anniversary of their chart-topping album that catapulted them to international fame and success.
Iron Maiden will commemorate the 40th anniversary of their chart-topping album that catapulted them to international fame and success.
Grunge icon Mark Lanegan dead at 57
Lanegan was born in Ellensburg in 1964, and rose to prominence in the 80s as the frontman for psychedelic rock band ‘Screaming Trees.’ He's recognized as one of the pioneers of Seattle’s grunge movement, which included the likes of Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Nirvana and Soundgarden.
Lanegan was born in Ellensburg in 1964, and rose to prominence in the 80s as the frontman for psychedelic rock band ‘Screaming Trees.’ He's recognized as one of the pioneers of Seattle’s grunge movement, which included the likes of Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Nirvana and Soundgarden.
John Mulaney at Fiserv Forum, August tour stop announced
Comedian John Mulaney announced 16 additional shows on the second leg of his tour on Tuesday – including a stop at Fiserv Forum on Saturday, Aug. 20.
Comedian John Mulaney announced 16 additional shows on the second leg of his tour on Tuesday – including a stop at Fiserv Forum on Saturday, Aug. 20.
Sherri Shepherd gets new talk show ‘Sherri,’ to debut on FOX-owned stations this fall
Sherri Shepherd will debut her own syndicated talk show on FOX-owned TV stations and broadcasters nationwide this fall. “Sherri” will inherit the time slots currently held by “The Wendy Williams Show.”
Sherri Shepherd will debut her own syndicated talk show on FOX-owned TV stations and broadcasters nationwide this fall. “Sherri” will inherit the time slots currently held by “The Wendy Williams Show.”
Britney Spears inks $15M tell-all book deal: reports
The reported book project adds to Britney Spears' list of things she's working on since the end of her 13-year conservatorship.
The reported book project adds to Britney Spears' list of things she's working on since the end of her 13-year conservatorship.
Sam Hunt’s pregnant wife Hannah Fowler files for divorce, alleges 'adultery': reports
Fowler and Hunt had not publicly announced they were expecting a child.
Fowler and Hunt had not publicly announced they were expecting a child.
'Arthur' series finale: PBS Kids show ends this week after 25 seasons
The PBS Kids show “Arthur” comes to an end this week after 25 seasons. But the network said there will still be forms of new content related to the beloved show.
The PBS Kids show “Arthur” comes to an end this week after 25 seasons. But the network said there will still be forms of new content related to the beloved show.
Jamal Edwards, UK music entrepreneur and SBTV founder, dies at 31
Jamal Edwards, a music entrepreneur who championed U.K. rap and grime and helped launch the careers of Ed Sheeran, Jessie J and others, has died at 31.
Jamal Edwards, a music entrepreneur who championed U.K. rap and grime and helped launch the careers of Ed Sheeran, Jessie J and others, has died at 31.
Justin Bieber postpones Las Vegas show after COVID-19 outbreak among team
Justin Bieber will push back his upcoming Las Vegas show to June after members of his team contracted COVID-19.
Justin Bieber will push back his upcoming Las Vegas show to June after members of his team contracted COVID-19.