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Ethan Hawke Turns to the Dark Side in ‘The Black Phone’ Trailer
In Scott Derrickson‘s latest new horror thriller, Ethan Hawke plays a part-time magician and a full-time serial killer who specifically targets children. Hawke, who plays “The Grabber” is the evil protagonist of The Black Phone. The synopsis of the film follows a 13-year-old boy, Finney Shaw, who is abducted by a killer and trapped in a soundproof basement. All that is in the room is a disconnected black phone that hangs on the wall. Finney later discovers that when the phone rings, they can hear the voices of the murder’s previous victims. The voices assist Shaw in his escape, but not without challenges.” Finney Shaw is played by Mason Thames. Others in the caset include James Ransone, Jeremy Davies, E. Roger Mitchell, and Madeline McGraw. Derrickson also co-wrote the film with C. Robert ...
‘Squid Game’ Director Reveals Why He Is Still “Wrestling With” the Idea of Season 2
Netflix‘s smash-hit thriller series Squid Game has quickly become the most-watched show on the platform. With the first season garnering incredible attention, many fans have posed the question of whether or not there will be a second season. The series’ director, Hwang Dong-Hyuk recently spoke to The Hollywood Reporter to give more insight into the future of the show. Hwang discussed how the main characters in the show were inspired by friends he has in real life. Particularly the likes of Seong Gi-hun, Cho Sang-woo and Il-nam, the director explains how he came up with these characters, “I infused myself into Gi-hun and Sang-woo’s characters quite significantly. Just like Gi-hun, after the failure of my movie, I had a time when I wasn’t able to make any money and I was supported financiall...
LeBron James Reveals He Is Livid About ‘Squid Game’ Finale
Netflix‘s Squid Game needs no introduction. The popularity of the show has transcended cultures and genres, even having the greatest of sports stars debating the events of the show. SPOILER ALERT: In a recent post-game press conference, Los Angeles Lakers‘ stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis gave their own insights on the season’s finale. James is seen chatting with AD about the polarizing finale that saw the protagonist Seong Gi-hun choose to go back to the game instead of getting on a plane to see his daughter. James can be heard asking AD if he finished the show, later weighing in on how he actually felt. He said, “I didn’t like the ending, though. I know they’ll start it off with a Season 2 but, like, get on the fucking flight and go see your daughter, bro. Like what are you doing?” T...
The Collector
When Larry Cohn, 89, started collecting blues records in the 1940s and 1950s, little was written about the records, few had been reissued, and sometimes finding out what some even sounded like necessitated visiting with the owners of individual 78s—often the “only known copy.” In Cohn’s case these meetings were often with the “blues mafia,” a group of New York City area collectors who would eventually provide dubs of their rare discs for reissues on small specialist labels, many of which they ran themselves. A long-time resident of L.A., Cohn still has the massive collection of records he’s acquired over his long life, and among the thousands of 78s are about 350 test pressings of alternative takes from pre-World War II sessions, many of which have never been issued. Like his friends in th...
Tom Morello Can’t Be Boxed In
Tom Morello‘s never been one to settle. Since the late ’80s, the legendary guitarist has defied convention, merged genres, and pushed the limits of what’s possible on the instrument. From the sizzling funk and hip-hop-infused riffs of Rage Against the Machine to the soaring harmonies of Audioslave, from the social justice-infused folk music of The Nighwatchman to the retrofuturistic sound of Prophets of Rage, Morello has explored several styles of guitar playing over his decades in the industry. One of his latest projects is The Atlas Underground, an endeavor centered around the concept of a guitarist as a DJ. Morello spoke to HYPEBEAST as he was gearing up for the release of The Atlas Underground Fire, his second Atlas Underground album after an eponymous 2018 debut. Though the 2020s are ...
Larry David Hates People Individually But Loves Mankind in Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 11 Trailer: Watch
If you thought a global pandemic would compel Larry David to do a bit of soul searching, think again. In the newly released trailer for Curb Your Enthusiasm Season 11, Larry is as crabby as ever. From the very onset of the two-minute teaser, Larry mocks Suzie’s toast to friendship. He learns that Jon Hamm’s film inspired by the Seinfeld creator has been canceled because “they hated the character. The word that kept reappearing is repugnant.” He gets into a tiff with Suzie over bath towels, and declines to pray for Albert Brooks, because it’ll make him “feel like an idiot.” “I hate people individually, but I love mankind,” Larry tells his ex-wife, Cheryl, who replies with disgust, “Oh, you do?” Advertisement Related Video Needless to say, Curb Your Enthusiasm’s upcoming 11th season looks to...
The Best Episode of Community Turns 10 Today
Before anyone can protest, we get it: “Modern Warfare” (Season 1, Episode 23) is a television masterpiece. “Abed’s Uncontrollable Christmas” (Season 2, Episode 11) is a prime example of the risk-taking that made Community so beloved. “Intermediate Documentary Filmmaking” (Season 2, Episode 16) with Levar Burton is the ship that launched a thousand Donald Glover memes. Community premiered on September 17, 2009 and quickly amassed a small but vocal following — the rallying cry of “six seasons and a movie” still echoes through Twitter timelines to this day. The Dan Harmon community college ensemble show has become something of a cult classic and found another wave of fans when the series landed on Netflix in 2020. Anyway, we’re here because a decade ago today (October 13th), the best episode ...
Snail Mail Shares New Single “Ben Franklin”: Stream
As Lindsey Jordan readies her next Snail Mail album, the 22-year-old indie rocker has offered up a new single, titled “Ben Franklin.” Check out the lovelorn track via its Josh Coll-directed video below. Driven by a head-nodding bassline and bright synths, “Ben Franklin” details a lingering heartbreak that seemingly will never end. “You’re gonna leave a stain,” sings Jordan. “Like a relapse does when you really try/ Damn, this time I really tried.” “I wanted to sonically and lyrically get out of my comfort zone with ‘Ben Franklin,’” explained Jordan in a statement. “It felt only right that the visual accompaniment should include dancing in front of a camera and holding a 10-foot snake close to my face.” Advertisement Related Video In the aforementioned music video, Jordan does indeed ...
Maxo Kream Details New Album WEIGHT OF THE WORLD, Shares “GREENER KNOTS”: Stream
Maxo Kream has shared the release date and artwork for his new album WEIGHT OF THE WORLD. The follow-up to 2019’s Brandon Banks drops Monday, October 18th, and to herald its arrival, the Houston rapper has shared the new song “GREENER KNOTS.” This latest single finds MK reflecting on how a hard-knock upbringing can influence a person’s worldview. “Okay, I seen a lot,” he begins, using a rapid fire flow with long phrases that end with a triple-rhyme. “Runnin’ in and out of granny house, uncle bummin’ on the couch, first time I seen a rock/ Hit it right there in the chair, watchin’ WWF, first time he seen The Rock.” He returns to the rhythmic idea on the hook, spitting, “Okay, I seen a lot/ Came from the slums, had to get it out the mud, no luck, to me that mean...
Legendary Sister Act Singer Revealed on ‘The Masked Singer’: Watch
Sadly, for Cupcake, the end has come and the mask came off. Nicole Scherzinger guessed right, pointing out the singer was none other than Ruth Pointer of the Pointer Sisters, the ‘80s hitmakers behind “Jump” (For My Love), “I’m So Excited,” “Slow Hand” and more. Ruth Pointer can’t be too disappointed. Across their career, the Pointer Sisters bagged 26 Billboard Hot 100 entries, including seven Top 10 appearances. They’ve snagged three Grammys from 10 nominations. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sharing photos, blogging and help give users back their fair share of Internet revenue.
Mickey Guyton, Kane Brown, Kelsea Ballerini, Randy Travis Get Inspirational at ‘CMT Artists of the Year’
The show featured a heartfelt mix of music and stories of hope, as the artists shared (via video segments) how they weathered the pandemic and made the most of being off the road. Honoree Combs started off the evening with a rendition of “Forever After All,” followed by Lady A’s Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood, who took the stage to welcome viewers. Meanwhile, Eric Church feted Combs via a video tribute, saying, “By any definition, his music has made him a bonafide superstar.” “Everybody in this room pushes me to be better,” Combs said in accepting his CMT artist of the year honor, before addressing fellow honoree Travis. “Randy, I watched you play in this building a few years ago and was blown away. To be in the same room with you and the same place and have jus...
L.A.’s Hollywood Park Expands Workforce with 22 New Hires and Promotions
“We continue to add an accomplished and diverse group of leaders to our growing team,” said SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park managing director Jason Gannon in a release. “We are working hard to bring SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park to life, and we are excited to welcome these team members on our journey to deliver a global sports and entertainment destination.” For faculty and campus operations, Hollywood Park promoted Otto Bendict to svp of facility and campus operations, while Chan Onechanh becomes vp of facility operations. The department also welcomed Tina Suca as vp of event operations. Nate Goldstien was promoted to senior counsel in legal, while ...
