Crisis on Infinite Earthsbosses unpack the Flash's sacrifice and that emotional footage

Warning: This article contains spoilers from TuesdaysThe Flash, part 3 of the Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover. With his sacrifice, the heroes managed to (temporarily) stall the anti-matter wave. Hopefully, we honor the original Flash from the 90s show, said Wallace. Katie Yu/The CW This really is the end of him. To actually bring closure to his incarnation? Come on, thats a gift, replied Smith. Katie Yu/The CW We didnt script that originally....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 136 words · Kevin Johnson

Crisis on Infinite Earthscreators reveal what they'd change in their iconic comic

This is far beyond anything we imagined. I never could have imagined it could have been adapted, Perez adds. It had over 500 characters, which also had 500 different continuities going for them. Credit: DC Comics And yet, as unlikely as it once seemed,Crisishas finally come to the small screen. Not only that, but Wolfman co-wrote part 4 (theArrowepisode) with executive producer Marc Guggenheim. Marc was just utterly incredible to work with....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 376 words · Marie Tran

Criterion Channel offers 'Daughters of the Dust,' films highlighting black lives for free

They also announced plans to make films focused on black life on their streaming platform free to viewers. “Black Lives Matter. The anguish and fury unleashed all across the country are rooted in centuries of dehumanization and death. Everett Collection This pattern must stop. We support the protesters who have taken to the streets to demand justice, and we share their hopes. We are committed to fighting systemic racism,” their statement explained....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 113 words · Andrew Butler

Critics down on 'Lovely Bones,' but swoon for star Saoirse Ronan

The Lovely Boneshas finally made it into theaters well, three theaters; its in limited release until Christmas. It opened strong, pulling in $116,000 for a per-screen average of just under $39,000. BecauseBonescertainly wont be benefiting from an abundance of critical love. The most widespread gripe? That the Oscar-sweepingLord of the Ringsguru indulged too much in CGI at the expense of emotion and consistent storytelling. (See EWs review by Lisa Schwarzbaumhere)....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 157 words · Shirley Cohen

Critics slamVenomas 'fantastically boring' and 'aggressively loud and stupid'

It looks like Tom Hardys antihero epicVenomis a shot of cinematic poison. Venom feels like a second-tier Marvel player prematurely called up to the bigs,writes EWs Chris Nashawaty. Its noncommittally mediocre and, as a result, forgettable. Make no mistake: The effects can be dazzling. But to what end?his review reads. This gateway into the Sony Universe of Marvel Characters (get ready: there are 90!) Directed with flat, joyless competence by Ruben Fleischer…....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 275 words · Marcus Reid

Critics softly purr in favor of 'unnecessary' but 'gorgeous'Lion Kingremake

Another reboot was never terribly necessary, maybe but it’s good, still, to beKing." Greenblatt’s sentiment of generally enjoyingThe Lion Kingdespite its “unnecessary” existence is common among early reviews. Awards Dailycritic Jazz Tangcay agrees. © 2019 Disney “The colors of the African savannah are truly majestic. The fine detail of animation, CGI, and the complex technology has raised the bar for movie-going experiences. “Those are somehow missing here. The songs don’t have the pop or the splendor....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 274 words · Jordan Martinez

Cruel Intentionsreturning to theaters for one week for 20th anniversary

Welcome back to Manchester Prep. Sony Pictures is re-releasing the 1999 film in theaters nationwide for one week beginning March 22. Cruel Intentionstransposes the tale 1782 novelLes Liasons Dangereusesfrom 18th century France to the perils of modern-day elite high school. Credit: Columbia/Kobal/REX/Shutterstock Annette famously wrote an op-ed pledging to save herself for love and marriage. If Kathryn wins, she gets Sebastian’s beloved car: a vintage 1956 Jaguar. Intrigue and backstabbing are afoot as they embark on this plot of deception....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 153 words · Gabrielle Scott

Curb Your Enthusiasmshowrunner on how the show might address Larry in a post-pandemic world

Why did all that hand sanitizer have to go up in smoke? What adventures in people-alienating curmudgeonry await Larry next season? ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Larry is always noncommittal about continuing the show, taking it season by season. HBO Then you two start gradually talking about the possibilities of another season, and then we get another season. Where are you at right now? JEFF SCHAFFER: We’ve been doing a lot of FaceTiming, Larry and I....

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 961 words · Jared Stephenson

Current listening: Dave Matthews

That would be the new DMB albumBig Whiskey and the GrooGrux King, which is released on Tuesday. But what is on Mr Matthews iPod? We have him a call to find out. Credit: Barry Brecheisen/WireImage.com A friend of mine, Danny Barnes, is recording an album and Im obsessed with him. Hes a banjo player and he has a great record calledDirt on an Angelthats already available. But this new one is absolutely amazing....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 122 words · Derek Alexander

Cush Jumbo and David Tennant face tragedy in suspensefulDeadwater Felltrailer

Prepare for double theCush Jumboon television this spring. Set in a small Scottish town, the four-episodeDeadwater Fellexplores two seemingly perfect relationships that are racked by tragedy. “What I loved about Jess is that shes actually the eyes of the viewer. Theyre watching this story and the truth of what has happened unfold through her. Shes only gradually, step by step working out what is true and what is fake. “Shes also not your traditional hero or heroine in anyway....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 148 words · Kevin Peterson

Cuz we love her: Lizzo on flutes, f---boys, and what's next after a wild year

The singer-rapper-flautist is one of EW’s 2019 Entertainers of the Year. Lizzohas a mouthful of diamonds. hey just dont call her an overnight success. James Macari for EW Everybody says that and Im like, It took 10 years to get to this point! Mainstreamsuccess happens very fast, and thats why people think its overnight… Youre gonna see some pictures of me back when I was wearing $20 wigs. So did a childhood where, she recalls, I read a lot....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 570 words · Anthony Diaz

Cynthia Erivo brings an American icon to imperfect life in earnest biopicHarriet

Her place on the $20 bill has been delayed,maybe indefinitely;but more than a century on, Harriet Tubman finally has her biopic. (As a festival director drily pointed out at the movies world premiere in Toronto, there have been over 20 films centered on Civil War commander George Armstrong Custer, but zero about Americas most famed abolitionist until now). If its aim to inspire and educate inevitably leaves the movie feeling a little classroom-bound,Harrietis still an impassioned, edifying portrait of a remarkable life, and a fitting showcase for the considerable talents of its star, Tony-winning British actress Cynthia Erivo....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 428 words · David Cruz

Cynthia Erivo has two chances at the Oscars to become the youngest EGOT winner ever

While being a double nominee at theOscarsis much to celebrate,Cynthia Erivohas an even bigger achievement coming her way should she win at least one Academy Award on February 9. TheHarrietactress is in the running to become the youngest EGOT winner ever, having already won a Tony for Best Lead Actress in a Musical in 2016, a Grammy for Best Musical Theater Album in 2017, and a Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program in 2017 all stemming from her role at Celie in the 2015 Broadway revival ofThe Color Purplemusical....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Jeremy Smith