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How the Trump administration co-opts pop culture and religion for political gain

On April 15, United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth led a prayer session at the Pentagon. But instead of quoting from any recognised canon of sacred scripture, Hegseth’s prayer sounded unmistakably like Samuel L. Jackson’s “Jules”, a hitman character from Quentin Tarantino’s iconic 1994 film Pulp Fiction.

The Conversation

‘He doesn’t need defending’: Yorgos Lanthimos responds to Tarantino’s Paul Dano criticism

Yorgos Lanthimos has weighed in on Quentin Tarantino’s controversial comments about Paul Dano.

The Independent UK

“More Reason To Not Watch”: ‘Euphoria’ Creator Faces Fresh Backlash Over Offensive Scene In Latest Episode

Backlash grows against Sam Levinson as Euphoria creator addresses a controversial scene in new episode.

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White House vs the pope: What is behind the clash and Catholic just war doctrine?

Theologians Euronews spoke to believe that the escalating war of words between Washington and the Holy See has raised important questions over Catholic and Christian moral thought.

Euronews

First Thing: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon after ‘excellent conversations’

Halt to fighting will be followed by first Israeli-Lebanese summit in decades. Plus, why are there so many false claims that famous lines in cinema were improvised?

The Guardian - UK

False prophet: Did Pete Hegseth really quote a fake Bible verse from Tarantino’s 'Pulp Fiction'?

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth mistakenly presented the made-up scripture as genuine Bible verse - and he's being trolled for quoting the gospel of Quentin Tarantino.

Euronews

Pete Hegseth quotes Quentin Tarantino like a real Bible prophet at Pentagon church service: ‘Directly from the movie’

Then he ate a "Royale with Cheese."

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Hegseth channels his inner Tarantino with fake Bible verse from Pulp Fiction

The defense secretary said his prayer drew on Ezekiel, but wording closely matches Quentin Tarantino dialogue

The Guardian - US

Pete Hegseth quotes Samuel L. Jackson’s fake Bible verse from Pulp Fiction during sermon

Hegseth said the prayer was supposed to reflect Ezekiel 25:17, but did not mention its striking similarities to a monologue in the beloved 1994 Quentin Tarantino movie

The Independent UK

Defense Secretary Hegseth Recites Fictional 'Pulp Fiction' Bible Quote During Pentagon Prayer

The sermon's wording closely mirrors a fictionalized monologue from the Quentin Tarantino film delivered by Samuel L. Jackson's character

Latin Times

Did Pete Hegseth quote Pulp Fiction verse at prayer meet in Pentagon? Here is the truth

At a Pentagon worship service, US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth recited what he called “CSAR 25:17,” presenting it as a military prayer tied to combat search-and-rescue missions. He suggested it was meant to reflect Ezekiel 25:17, which is where the confusion begins.

The Times of India

Why small talk is more important than we think

By avoiding boring conversations we may forget that engaging with almost any topic can captivate and enlighten us

The Independent UK

Brian Cox Took Some Shots At Johnny Depp, But I Didn't See It Coming When He Fired Off About Margot Robbie

Brian Cox is telling you what he thinks.

Cinemablend

“Pathetic”: Brian Cox Faces Backlash After Brutal Dig At Margot Robbie, Daniel Day-Lewis And Others

“He really needs to get over himself,” one user wrote

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The Independent UK

Succession star slams Trump and US patriarchy: ‘They don’t like women’

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The Independent UK

Brian Cox rails against Trump and America’s ‘insidious’ patriarchy in blunt new interview

‘Succession’ star argued that ‘in America they don’t like women’

Netflix's new Tarantino sequel, starring Brad Pitt, revealed in sneak peek

The Adventures of Cliff Booth is coming to Netflix this year

The Guardian - US

Why do this spring’s blockbusters feel so smug?

From action thrillers to sci-fi flicks, a deluge of recent releases are riddled with self-satisfied smarm

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The Guardian - UK

Post your questions for Paul Dano

The actor will join us to talk about his busy career on both sides of the camera on films from Love & Mercy to There Will Be Blood. But will we hear from Quentin Tarantino?

Tom’s Guide

‘They Will Kill You’ review: An absolutely bonkers movie that woke up and chose violence

“They Will Kill You” is a blood‑soaked horror-comedy about an ex‑convict who takes a housekeeping job in a mysterious New York high‑rise, only to discover the building harbors a satanic cult.

The Guardian - US

They Will Kill You review – satanic beat-’em-up offers gore, bad jokes and deja vu

A housekeeping role turns into a fight for survival in a derivative cocktail of action, comedy and horror that doesn’t go down all that well

The Independent UK

Another Hollywood star calls out Quentin Tarantino’s controversial opinions

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The Independent UK

Pluribus star Rhea Seehorn hits back at Quentin Tarantino’s ‘forgettable’ TV diss

‘Better Call Saul’ alum argued that it is ‘the storytelling’ that sticks with you, not the format

MusicRadar

“When Tarantino first sent me the script I hated it. I didn’t want my music associated with that!”: Why Neil Diamond refused to have his song used in Pulp Fiction – and ended up regretting it

The legendary singer-songwriter also turned down Jay-Z

The Independent UK

Cult filmmaker to produce new ‘swashbuckling comedy’ on West End

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