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The real crisis in "Hillbilly Elegy"

Both JD Vance's memoir and Ron Howard's film adaptation fail to grapple meaningfully with mental health

Salon

Hillbilly Elegy: what can the book and movie tell us about JD Vance?

The bestselling book and its poorly reviewed adaptation provide clues to who Donald Trump’s new running mate really is and how he sees himself

The Guardian - US

Viggo Mortensen criticises ‘appalling’ Amazon as ‘shameful’ for releasing 2022 film on streaming

Thai cave rescue movie ‘Thirteen Lives’ only played in cinemas for a week

The Independent UK

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What ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ can tell us about JD Vance and his right-wing beliefs

America’s potential future vice president topped bestseller lists with his 2016 memoir, a tale of multi-generational, cyclical poverty in Appalachia. Nick Hilton looks back on what the politician argued in the book, from his criticisms of welfare to his belief that the working classes ‘spend our way into the poorhouse’

The Independent UK

Hillbilly Elegy: The contentious film based on the life of Trump’s running mate JD Vance is on Netflix now

Movie divided critics and viewers with its portrayal of poverty

The Independent UK

Donald Sutherland passes away: Hunger Games team, Helen Mirren, Ron Howard and other Hollywood stars pay tribute

Donald Sutherland, the actor whose lengthy career encompassed films including 'The Dirty Dozen' and 'The Hunger Games' franchise, passed away after a prolonged illness. He was 88.

The Times of India

Ron Howard on Jim Henson: ‘You could see there was nothing to hide’

The Oscar-winning film-maker discusses his documentary about the legendary puppeteer and his unwavering desire to experiment

The Guardian - US

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What to stream this week: Willie Nelson, Chip & Joanna Gaines, Jim Henson and Benedict Cumberbatch

This week’s new streaming entertainment releases include a new album from Willie Nelson, Benedict Cumberbatch playing a curmudgeon puppeteer in “Eric” on Netflix and home improvement gurus Chip and Joanna Gaines fix up a mid-century modern lake house on HGTV

The Independent UK

Ron Howard Honored At Cannes Film Festival With Profile Award

Lily Gladstone presents Ron Howard with an award at Cannes, highlighting his impact on her career. Ron Howard reflects on mentors George Lucas and Roger Co...

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Hollywood Pays Tribute To Filmmaking Legend Roger Corman's Legacy

Renowned filmmaker Roger Corman, 'King of the B's,' passes away at 98. Hollywood mourns his loss and celebrates his lasting impact on cinema.

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Roger Corman: cinema's pulp genius whose talent to shock was rocket fuel

Heists, horror and carnivorous plants were all grist to Corman’s staggeringly prolific movie mill, as were his pivotal collaborations with other film-makers

The Guardian - UK

Ron Howard Directs Jim Henson Documentary for Disney Plus

‘Jim Henson Idea Man’ premieres May 31

Broadcasting & Cable

Post your questions for Bryce Dallas Howard

The dinosaur-chasing actor will take your questions on her extraordinary range of stage, film and TV roles from Shakespeare to Black Mirror to Rocketman

The Guardian - UK

Ron Howard Reveals Why He Didn't Want Daughter To Act

Ron Howard's decision to discourage daughter Bryce from early acting based on his own child stardom experiences. Bryce found success later, crediting her p...

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Marie Claire

Child Stars Who Became Successful Adult Actors

They made the notoriously bumpy transition look seamless.

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John Candy Filmed Iconic Scene In Splash On Little Sleep

Learn about John Candy's dedication and professionalism while filming 'Splash' despite being hungover.

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Canal+ Group Increases Stake In Asian Streaming Platform Viu

Canal+ Group increases stake in Viu, Viu's growth in revenue and subscribers, 'July Rhapsody' release, O4 Media's Japanese content deal, Tracey Rigney name...

Total Film

Tom Hanks' 32 greatest movie moments

From solving ancient puzzles to coaching baseball, Tom Hanks has done it all on the silver screen

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Cinemablend

Ron Howard And Tom Hanks Reveal That Time John Candy Showed Up To Set Late And Drunk, And Still Got The Scene In One Take

Tom Hanks and Ron Howard spoke about John Candy coming to set late and drunk, but still nailing his scene in one take.

Cinemablend

32 Huge Stars That Appeared On The Twilight Zone Early In Their Career

Over five seasons, The Twilight Zone brought us some of the biggest stars of the day and actors that would go on to huge careers after the show.

Space

'Apollo 13' moon disaster movie hits a new high for film fans

"Apollo 13" showcased a real-life moon mission's troubles in space in 1970. Now, the 1995 film has a new honor: getting preserved in the Library of Congress for future generations.

AAP

Director set to lead post-strike movie boost in Qld

Oscar-winning director Ron Howard is set to lead a post-strike comeback for big budget Gold Coast movie productions.

The Independent UK

Henry Winkler rises above dyslexia to write children's books and a memoir: 'There is always a way'

Henry Winkler has written more than a dozen children’s books and is now out with a memoir, a feat that surprises him because he’s battled severe dyslexia all his life

The Guardian - UK

‘At 77, I am becoming who I am’: Henry Winkler on the Fonz, fans, and finding self-esteem

After Happy Days, the actor was adrift for decades until Arrested Development and Barry brought acclaim, an Emmy, and now a memoir. He discusses fame, childhood, and how he never stopped being grateful

The Guardian - UK

Ghost writing, the voice of Beep the Meep and shrinkflation – take the Thursday quiz

Fifteen questions on general knowledge and topical trivia, plus a few jokes, every Thursday. How will you fare?

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