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A critically acclaimed 2014 historical drama climbed streaming charts following a related national holiday, becoming a success just one day later. Historical dramas have depicted plenty of important events throughout history, many of which are real events that had an important impact on the world. Some of the best historical drama movies of all time include Steven Spielberg's Schindler's List, Mel Gibson's Braveheart, and some reflecting more modern events, such as Black Hawk Down. These films have stood the test of time as important parts of film history as a whole.

However, there have also been movies about particular instances in American history that have proven to be important and timely. This includes stories about civil rights, everything from the 2013 biopic 12 Years a Slave, to the 2013 drama Lee Daniels' The Butler. These films underscore the regrettable elements of the United States' history, but continue to resonate because of...

Earlier this week, we came across a rumor that Marvel Studios might be planning to introduce a fresh version of T’Challa to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). While initial reports suggested that Kevin Feige and the team were looking for a new actor to portray a variant of the character originally played by the late Chadwick Boseman, it seems more likely that the studio is casting for the role of T’Challa’s son, Toussaint, who appeared at the end of Wakanda Forever.

There’s been a lot of speculation about who could step into this role, regardless of whether it’s T’Challa or Toussaint. Many actors see this as stepping into Boseman’s shoes, which some feel would be disrespectful, while others may not want the immense responsibility that comes with it.

Rumor has it that Marvel approached several actors for the part, but not everyone is...

Earlier this week, we shared a rumor that Marvel Studios might be planning to introduce a new take on T'Challa to the MCU.

The initial report (via Jeff Sneider) suggested that Kevin Feige and co. were searching for a new actor to play a variant of the same character the late Chadwick Boseman portrayed, but it seems more likely that the studio is actually in the process of casting an actor for the role of the original T'Challa's son, who was introduced at the end of Wakanda Forever.

Whatever the case may be, it appears quite a few actors believe that accepting the role would be akin to replacing Boseman, and either feel it would be disrespectful to the beloved actor, or simply don't want the responsibility of filling those particular shoes.

We have already heard that one actor declined Marvel's offer to play the new T'Challa, and it sounds...

Ralph Fiennes needed little urging from Andy Cohen to jump aboard the “very demure, very mindful” meme train.

On last night’s CNN’s New Years Eve Live with Cohen and Anderson Cooper, Fiennes dropped by to plug his acclaimed new film Conclave, but, per an agreement with Cohen, provided a bit of oration by reciting the viral TikTok advice from beauty influencer Jools Lebron.

In a manner suitable for Shakespeare, Fiennes began, “Well look, this is how I do my makeup for work. Very demure, very mindful. I don’t come to work with a green cut crease. I don’t look like a clown when I go to work. I don’t do too much. I’m mindful at work.

“See how I look very presentable?,” Fiennes continued. “The way I came to the interview is the way I go to the job. A lot of you girls...

A “very demure, very mindful” Academy Award nominee and Tony Award winner won New Year’s Eve in 2024.

Ralph Fiennes, dropping by CNN’s New Year’s Eve Live With Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen special on Tuesday night, was cued to serve up his take on TikToker Joolie Lebron’s incredibly viral video from this past summer.

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Ralph Fiennes is heading into the new year being very mindful and very demure.

Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper, co-hosts of CNN‘s New Year’s Eve Live With Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper, spoke to Fiennes during the special about viral moments. One in particular was the “very demure, very mindful” trend, which beauty influencer Jools Lebron ignited after saying it in a TikTok video, while showing off her makeup. The hosts then asked Fiennes to re-create the viral moment.

“I showed you the video yesterday. Can you perform this for us?” Cohen asked the Conclave actor, to which he agreed to “try” to give his version of it with a monologue.

“Well look, this is how I do my makeup for work. Very demure, very mindful. I don’t come to work with a green cut crease. I don’t look like a clown when I go to work.

Ralph Fiennes joined the 2025 New Year’s Eve celebrations in Times Square on Tuesday night (December 31)!

The 62-year-old actor made an appearance during Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper‘s CNN New Year’s Eve Live 2025 telecast and talked about his movie Conclave and more.

Later in his interview, Ralph made Anderson laugh uncontrollably while recreating the viral “Demure” video from Jools Lebron.

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“Well, look, this is how I do my makeup for work. Very demure, very mindful. I don’t come to work with a green cut crease. I don’t look like a clown when I go to work. I don’t do too much. I’m mindful at work. See how I look very presentable,” Ralph recited. “The way I came to the interview is the way I go to the job. A lot of you girls go to the interview looking like Marge Simpson,...

As the streaming wars continue with Netflix, Disney+, Prime Video, Hulu, Max, Paramount+ and Apple TV+ all vying for viewership supremacy, Apple TV+ is treating audiences in the New Year with a free preview weekend. According to a post on their official social media, Apple TV says, “This weekend, see for yourself. Stream for free Jan 4-5.” The post also features a video that showcases the streamer’s acclaimed original content, including shows like Severance, The Morning Show, Ted Lasso and Shrinking.

This weekend, see for yourself.

Stream for free Jan 4-5. pic.twitter.com/8p6PCUYpms

— Apple TV (@AppleTV) December 30, 2024

Shrinking just wrapped up its second season on Christmas. The first season, from Ted Lasso creator Bill Lawrence, had already been nominated for a bevy of awards, from the Golden Globes to the Emmys. Our Alex Maidy gave the second season a perfect 10 in his review, saying, “Shrinking continues...

For Ava DuVernay, whose projects like 13th, Selma, and When They See Us challenge viewers to contend with the gut-wrenching racism that’s colored American history, Origin provides a more global perspective on racial inequality and its foundation within social hierarchies.

“I try to make soul food with my movies, not junk food, not fast food,” DuVernay tells Rolling Stone. “Not stuff that goes in and goes straight up the next day, but stuff that sticks to your ribs.”

Origin, which DuVernay wrote and directed, draws inspiration from Isabel Wilkerson’s best-selling book Caste,...

The Simpsons has a male-dominated cast, but it still has strong female characters like Edna Krabappel, Mona Simpson, and Lisa Simpson. Characters like Agnes Skinner, Lindsey Naegle, and Selma Bouvier add humor and depth to the show's ensemble of women. Marge Simpson is more than just a typical sitcom mom, while Maggie Simpson proves to be a badass despite her young age.

From the surprisingly complex Patty and Selma to the self-assured Luann Van Houten to the shining beacon of hope for humanity that is Lisa Simpson, The Simpsons has a handful of great female characters that have endured for the series’ decades-long run. As with most TV shows from the 1980s, the cast of The Simpsons is very male-dominated. There are dozens of male characters populating Springfield – like Moe, Barney, Smithers, Ned Flanders, Kent Brockman, Chief Wiggum, Comic Book Guy, Reverend Lovejoy, and Krusty the Clown, to name just...

Every awards season, pundits leave themselves open to late-year breakers. This is where a film not necessarily on anyone’s radar comes in and walks away with the industry’s most coveted prize for best picture. Past examples include Clint Eastwood’s 2004 winner “Million Dollar Baby.” Now, and coming only days after I declared “American Fiction” from Cord Jefferson my favorite film of TIFF so far, DuVernay cinematically states, “Hold my beer” with her emotional drama “Origin.”

Within the awards punditry world, it’s increasingly been agreed upon that director Christopher Nolan is in the pole position to win his first statuette for directing “Oppenheimer.” However, DuVernay emerges after bowing at Venice, and now at TIFF, as a viable challenger for the crown. In addition, her leading lady Anjanue Ellis-Taylor is a sure-fire contender for best actress.

While I wiped tears and snot away during the film’s end credits,...