The nominations for the 89th Academy Awards were announced Tuesday morning and as expected, “La La Land” danced away with a bunch.
The romantic musical picked up 14 Oscar nominations, tying the record held by “All About Eve” and “Titanic.” The coming-of-age tale “Moonlight” and sci-fi thriller “Arrival” both received eight noms.
“La La Land” was nominated for best directing, best picture and best original screenplay. The film’s stars Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling both received best acting nods.
Casey Affleck, Andrew Garfield, Viggo Mortensen and Denzel Washington joined Gosling in being nominated for actor in a leading role.
There’s no denying that director M. Night Shyamalan’s filmmaking career has been polarizing, with movies in the quality range of The Sixth Sense to, somehow also,After Earth. Of course, if there’s a calling card to Shyamalan’s directorial style, it’s his propensity for third act twists that can flip a movie on its head. That’s what makes The Sixth Sense so iconic.
To that end, his controversial film Split is quintessential Shyamalan, with a final twist that puts the entire narrative in a whole new light and adds exciting possibilities for a sequel. The twist is perhaps worth the price of admission in and of itself, but here, we can discuss it in length. Just, seriously, don’t read on if you don’t want this twist spoiled — it’s actually quite clever.
Happy New Year folks!! This is the first edition of our wedding guest styles of 2017 and you’re welcome to check all the splendid wedding guests outfits that have been trending in the past few weeks.
A few trendy, classy and sophisticated styles for both men and women are still dominating the new year and it includes both the off and cold shoulders, high slit skirts, fringe, Kaftans, 3-piece Agbada and bell sleeves.
We’ve also realised that many women have taken a liking to capes, lace dress and mono strap gowns paired with turbans and colourful headwraps.
Joselyn Dumas, Toke Makinkwa, Akosua Vee, Stylista By Maureen, Chris Okagube and much more were seen rocking these beautiful designs during the weddings, christening and engagements of their friends and loved ones.
Meryl Streep was honored at the Golden Globes for a lifetime of notable work, and she took her moment in the spotlight to give an acceptance speech of a lifetime.
In her nearly 6-minute address while accepting the Cecil B. Demille Award, the actress highlighted the importance of the “most vilified segments in American society right now” — “Hollywood, foreigners and the press.”
Without referencing him by name, the actress also blasted president-elect Donald Trump for mocking a reporter with a disability in 2015.
“Hollywood is crawling with outsiders and foreigners and if we kick them all out, you’ll have nothing to watch but football and mixed martial arts, which are not the arts,” she said to huge applause from the room.
Award season is in full swing! The movie and television worlds came together Sunday night for the 2017 Golden Globe Awards, hosted by Jimmy Fallon on NBC.
We know it can be a little challenging to keep up with all of the winners. Let us help you. We monitored each category and put together this list of the night’s honorees. Did any of your favorites take home a statue?
Here’s a rundown of the categories. The winner in each category is highlighted with a star.
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The world lost superstar musicians, stars of stage and screen, some of the greatest athletes of all time and larger-than-life political figures in 2016.
Here’s a look at some of the many famous figures who died this year. Click through to read full obituaries.
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Ron Glass
Ron Glass, 71, the veteran television and film actor known for his Emmy-nominated role as NYPD Det. Ron Harris on the classic cop sitcom “Barney Miller,” and later the deeply religious preacher Derrial Brook on the cult sci-fi show “Firefly,” died on Nov. 25.
In life George Michael’s most private affairs were often played out in the media for the world to see, but in the wake of his death remarkable tales of his generosity have begun to emerge.
The gestures range from random acts of kindness, such as tipping a barmaid £5,000 ($6121), because she was a student nurse struggling with debt, to even personally secretly volunteering at a homeless shelter.
The 53-year-old pop star died on Christmas Day, but it appears his kindness will be remembered by the many people who he quietly helped, as well as his more public philanthropy to causes such as the Terrence Higgins Trust — a HIV charity.
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Tributes left by well-wishers and fans outside the home of the singer on Dec. 27.
Los Angeles-based Liberian model, Deddeh Howard is speaking up against one of the biggest issues facing the global fashion industry, diversity in an epic way.
Los Angeles-based Liberian model, Deddeh Howard is speaking up against one of the biggest issues facing the global fashion industry, diversity in an epic way.
Remember we told you a while back that Toluwanimi and Tofunmi Twins were the most adorable kids in the world?? Well, they’re not entirely the cutest or most adorable children but we could say they’re the cutest of the male species.
You might be wondering why we’ve made a U-turn on our intial post and it’s because the McClure twins just overthrew them from their throne effortlessly.
Meet Ava and Alexis McClure, the beautiful 3-year-old daughters of Justin,from West Orange, New Jersey and Aminat McClure, a Nigerian woman who have gone viral in over their cuteness.
Film and Writing Festival for Comedy. Showcasing best of comedy short films at the FEEDBACK Film Festival. Plus, showcasing best of comedy novels, short stories, poems, screenplays (TV, short, feature) at the festival performed by professional actors.
Explore the dynamic relationship between faith and science, where curiosity meets belief. Join us in fostering dialogue, inspiring discovery, and celebrating the profound connections that enrich our understanding of existence.
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