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SHOGUN: WHAT ANNA SAWAI'S PORTRAYAL OF MARIKO MEANS FOR THE COMPLEX STORIES WE HAVEN'T LEARNED OF YET
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By Marissa Ramirez
August 25, 2024 6:57PM PDT
Anna Sawai’s portrayal of Mariko in the FX series Shogun may be more significant in complex female stories than we can see on the surface. Her critically acclaimed role in the limited series based on James Clavell's 1975 novel may signal a shift toward more authentic and nuanced portrayals of women of color in film and television - and how they represent non-Western cultures with greater depth.
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Mariko, a woman of samurai lineage navigating the complex social and political landscape of feudal Japan, delves deeper into...
YERIN HA CAST AS SOPHIE BECKETT
IN BRIDGERTON SEASON 4
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By Celine Morell
August 22, 2024 8:17AM PDT
Yerin Ha, the Australian-Korean actress who rose to fame with her role in "Halo", is set to join the cast of Netflix's "Bridgerton" for its fourth season - which will focus on Benedict Bridgerton’s romantic journey (played by Luke Thompson).
Ha who played Kwan Ha in the "Halo" television series, was born and raised in Australia to Korean immigrant parents and trained at the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) in Sydney, one of the country’s prestigious drama schools. She will be portraying Sophie Beckett, a key character in the next chapter of the beloved Shondaland series...
THE STAND-UP COMEDY BOOM: HOW NETFLIX AND STREAMING TRANSFORMED THE INDUSTRY
By Joshua Lowry
August 20, 2024 6:52AM PDT
Stand-up comedy in the U.S. has gone from a niche gig to a booming industry that’s now pulling in rock star-level audiences. Today, 17,000 people pack into the Hollywood Bowl for a comedy show - a scene that would’ve been unheard of just a decade ago - comedy is big business, and it’s showing no signs of slowing down.
In 2012, ticket sales for live comedy stood at...
Photo: Netflix. I Katt Williams on stage during his "Dark Matter" Tour
"JACKPOT" PREMIERES THIS WEEK: WHAT TO EXPECT FROM AWKWAFINA AND JOHN CENA'S LATEST FILM
By KeKe Johnson
August 16, 2024 8:03AM PDT
Get ready for a thrilling blend of comedy and action as "Jackpot," starring Awkwafina and John Cena, premieres this week. Directed by Paul Feig, known for his work on hits like "Bridesmaids" and "Spy," this highly anticipated film promises to deliver a hilariously violent and entertaining experience...
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THE BEAR SEASON 3: A BOLD EXPERIMENT IN TELEVISION
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By Will Song
August 15, 2024 9:10AM PDT
In The Bear Season 3, the show tells you it can still deliver tension - simply not the kind you were expecting. The series, known for its raw portrayal of the culinary world delves deeper into the psychological and emotional landscapes of its characters...
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VARIETY'S 2024 COMEDY IMPACT LIST SPOTLIGHTS QUINTA BRUNSON, MICHELLE BUTEAU, AND AYO EDEBIRI
LAMORNE MORRIS CAST AS ROBBIE ROBERTSON IN AMAZON MGM+ SPIDER-MAN NOIR SERIES
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DAX SHEPARD'S ARMCHAIR EXPERT PODCAST SIGNS WITH AMAZON
By Keke Johnson
July 11, 2024 7:47PM PDT
The acclaimed podcast "Armchair Expert" - co-hosted by Dax Shepard and Monica Padman - is moving to Amazon’s Wondery. The $80 million deal is an exclusive distribution and ad sales deal...
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MICHELLE NGUYEN
BEHIND THE SUCCESS OF STAND-UP SPECIALS FOR MARLON WAYANS AND KATT WILLIAMS
By Will Song
July 14, 2024 11:25AM PDT
In the dynamic world of comedy production, Michelle Nguyen stands as a pivotal figure, steering the successful productions of some of the biggest stand-up specials today. As a Producer at Dakota Pictures, Nguyen's influence spans across prestigious networks and platforms, including Netflix, HBO, and now Amazon Prime...
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