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It Was Always Going to Be Tricky to Adapt This Pulitzer-Winning Novel. HBO Mostly Pulls It Off.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/the-sympathizer-hbo-show-robert-downey-jr-hoa-xuande-book.html
'The Sympathizer' reviews: Critics cool on Robert Downey Jr.'s roles: "The Sympathizer" is based on Viet Thanh Nguyen's novel, directed by Park Chan-wook and ...
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Quick Glance: 'The Sympathizer': Revealing Vietnam War's History
- HBO and A24's satire 'The Sympathizer' features Robert Downey Jr. in four roles to shed light on the history of the Vietnam War.
- Viet Thanh Nguyen's Pulitzer Prize novel 'The Sympathizer' is adapted into a seven-episode miniseries exploring the memories of a half-French, half-Vietnamese Communist spy during the Vietnam War and his new life as a refugee in Los Angeles.
- The series offers a blend of loss, immigration, espionage, and satire, showcasing many faces of the war through the Captain's perspective.
- Despite some unevenness in execution, the series captures the sharp wit of the source material and advances the conversation about the Vietnam War in mainstream media.
“Curb Your Enthusiasm” ended in the most fitting way possible: not with a bang, but with a shrug, Paula Mejía writes. www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2024/04/curb-your-enthusiasm-larry-david-finale/678025/ After 12 seasons and 24 years ... Show more www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2024/04/curb-your-enthusiasm-larry-david-finale/678025/
Quick Glance: ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Ends in Familiar Fashion: Review
- Larry David ends after 12 seasons in a courtroom.
- The final episode of “Curb Your Enthusiasm” shows Larry David in court, with witnesses confirming his selfish behavior. Despite this, he is found guilty.
- The finale mirrors the ending of “Seinfeld” with callbacks, flashbacks, and a trial scene involving Jerry Seinfeld.
- Unlike the “Seinfeld” finale, in “Curb,” Larry is on trial for his good Samaritan behavior, leading to an unexpected but fitting conclusion.
Amazon’s Fallout TV series is even more impressive than The Last of Us: Amazon's laugh-out-loud Fallout series may not get the same accolades as HBO's ...
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Despite the show's cancelation at HBO, Westworld creator Jonathan Nolan is committed to giving the sci-fi series through to the end. "We're completionists ... Show more
Tim Robinson & Zach Kanin Comedy ‘The Chair Company’ Gets HBO Pilot Order; Adam McKay Producing
deadline.com/2024/04/the-chair-company-hbo-tim-robinson-zach-kanin-adam-mckay-1235873993/
Who Did People Think Jerrod Carmichael Is?: The Emmy-winning comedian is all about unflattering confessions. Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show is no different.
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Jon Snow sequel to 'Game of Thrones' isn't happening, Kit Harington says: Winter is, apparently, not coming back, as Kit Harington shut down talk of a Jon Snow ...
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Quick Glance: Surprising Turn: HBO's Game Of Thrones Jon Snow Spin-Off Shelved
- An unexpected development has led to the cancellation of one of the major Game of Thrones spin-off series focusing on the beloved character Jon Snow. Kit Harrington explained that development issues resulted in the project not moving forward.
- Following the conclusion of Game of Thrones in 2019, Harrington avoided discussions about the Jon Snow spin-off to manage fan expectations. They struggled to find a compelling story that excited everyone, prompting the project to be put on hold.
- The actor emphasized that they explored various approaches but have not yet found a suitable story. While there is a possibility of revisiting the project in the future, it is currently not under consideration and remains shelved for the time being.
- The cancellation of the Jon Snow spin-off is disappointing for fans anticipating further adventures in the world of Game of Thrones. Nevertheless, there is a chance that the project may be reconsidered at a later date.
The Sympathizer [81] is on HBO/Max tonight: www.metacritic.com/tv/the-sympathizer/ "The Sympathizer walks a tightrope but is fearless about tackling uncomfortable subject matter ... Show more
HBO Max's new mini-series 'The Sympathizer,’ - about a communist spy during the Vietnam War - is an espionage ride that puts the Vietnamese experience front ... Show more
Based on the Pulitzer-winning novel, HBO Max's new mini-series ‘The Sympathizer’ tells the story of the Vietnam War through the Vietnamese lens ... Show more
I’m Gen Z watching Sex and the City for the first time. It’s outdated : Sex and the City is on Netflix for the first time, exposing the show’s mature themes to a ...
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The ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Series Finale Wraps Up Like ‘Seinfeld’: Review: Larry David’s HBO comedy ended on Sunday after 12 seasons. Longtime fans might have ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/08/arts/television/curb-your-enthusiasm-finale-seinfeld.html
Quick Glance: Curb Your Enthusiasm: A Perfect Ending
- Larry David struggles with endings in Curb Your Enthusiasm.
- The series 12 finale serves as a form of exorcism, ending with Larry's arrest.
- Despite the title 'No Lessons Learned', the episode surprisingly concludes on a positive note.
- Larry David has chosen to end the series in a way that is very personal to him, marking a significant milestone.
Hunter Schafer Says She’s Over Playing Transgender Roles: ‘I Just Want To Be A Girl & Finally Move On’
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Quick Glance: Hunter Schafer: Creativity, Ambition, and Life Beyond 'Euphoria'
- Hunter Schafer, known from 'Euphoria', navigates between art, love, and ambition in her creative journey.
- From buying her first home in Los Angeles to designing her future art studio - Schafer showcases her versatility as an artist.
- Schafer reflects on her transgender identity, her art practice, and her visions for the future in various creative fields.
- Despite fame and success, Schafer remains authentic and focused on personal growth and creative fulfillment.
How HBO transformed San José-reared author Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel ‘The Sympathizer’ into a series
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Sydney Sweeney 'isn't pretty' and 'can't act,' top Hollywood producer Carol Baum claims
nypost.com/2024/04/17/entertainment/hollywood-producer-carol-baum-slams-sydney-sweeney-she-isnt-pretty-and-cant-act/
Jonathan Nolan Still Intends to Finish Westworld Despite HBO's Cancellation - IGN
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Three eye-opening documentaries you can stream right now: In the streaming era it can be hard to keep track of all the new docs and docuseries ...
npr.org/2024/04/14/1244355654/what-to-watch-documentary-netflix-hbo-max
The ‘American Bombing’ That Should Have Warned Us About Jan. 6: A new documentary tells us too little about how one man’s actions led the United States to our ...
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New Arrivals for HBO and Max April 2024: The list of everything coming to the Max streaming service in April 2024, including HBO's The Sympathizer starring ...
discussingfilm.net/2024/03/31/new-arrivals-for-hbo-and-max-april-2024/
Larry David’s Rule Book for How (Not) to Live in Society: He’s a wild, monomaniacal jerk. He’s also our greatest interpreter of American manners since Emily Post ...
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Touring 'Game of Thrones' studio years after finale for $30, worth it: Five years after the series finale, I'm still thinking about "Game of Thrones ...
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Paid articlePaid Jerrod Carmichael Calls Dave Chappelle An 'Egomaniac' Over Anti-Trans Jokes Criticism
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Every HBO Miniseries, Ranked: HBO has produced many great miniseries, from ‘John Adams’ to ‘Watchmen’ to ‘Angels in America’ — as well as some duds ...
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Quick Glance: Ranking of HBO Miniseries
- HBO miniseries have evolved with multiple seasons.
- Prolific showrunners like David Simon switch between formats.
- The Far Pavilions doesn't fit the "It's HBO" slogan.
- The Baby should have been a 90-minute indie film.
Here’s Sunday night’s story on why millions of people have been kicked off of Medicaid, what you can do to stay informed, and, of course ... Show more
Hannah Waddingham recalls being 'waterboarded' during 'Game of Thrones' stunt: Hannah Waddingham, who played Septa Unella on "Game of Thrones," is opening up ...
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Quick Glance: Game of Thrones Star Faces Chronic Claustrophobia After Torture Scene
- Game of Thrones star Hannah Waddingham, known for Septa Unella, developed chronic claustrophobia due to her character's torture scene.
- Waddingham revealed being strapped to a table and actually waterboarded for around 10 hours.
- The series concluded in 2019 after seven seasons, receiving mixed reviews. Several spin-offs are in the works, including "House of the Dragon" and "Dunk and Egg".
- Other planned spin-offs include "10,000 Ships", "Snow", and "The Sea Snake", while other projects like one based on "The Long Night" and Age of Heroes from HBO were canceled.
New Arrivals for HBO and Max April 2024: The list of everything coming to the Max streaming service in April 2024, including HBO's The Sympathizer starring ...
discussingfilm.net/2024/03/31/new-arrivals-for-hbo-and-max-april-2024/
Quick Glance: April Fools' Day 2024: From Baby Language Translation Apps to a Ghostbuster at Tinder
- Every year on April 1st, companies and brands introduce new 'products' for jokes. Sweetgreen, Welch's, and Omaha Steaks showcase ideas like baby language translation apps.
- April 1st, known as April Fools' Day, encourages not trusting anyone and questioning everything. Companies use this day to surprise customers and employees with prank products.
- Despite occasional failed pranks, marketers continue to rely on fake products to grab attention. Examples include a hot dog-flavored drink from 7-Eleven and a translation app for stoner language.
- Other prank products include things like AI-powered dolls, banana sleeping bags, and even cheese spritz sprays. Companies like Krispy Kreme, Omaha Steaks, and Quest Nutrition participate in this fun tradition.
The 30 Best TV Shows on Max (Formerly HBO Max): April 2024: The new Max streaming service (formerly HBO Max) has a deep catalogue full of great TV shows ...
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PHOTOS: ‘The Sympathizer’ premiere in L.A.: Stars attend the premiere of the HBO Limited Series 'The Sympathizer' at The Paramount LA on Tuesday ...
nydailynews.com/2024/04/10/the-sympathizer-premiere-los-angeles/
Transgender athlete Cat Runner is changing sport of climbing one remarkable step at a time
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In 2011, Game of Thrones premiered with the episode "Winter Is Coming" and quickly became a cultural phenomenon ... Show more
Alex Edelman on grieving his best friend, letting go of 'Just For Us' with new HBO special
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/tv/2024/04/06/alex-edelman-just-for-us-hbo/73166668007/
'Sopranos' Theme Song Writer Reveals That He's Never Seen The Show... And Why: While "Woke Up This Morning" seems like it was made for the HBO classic ...
huffpost.com/entry/sopranos-song-writer-never-seen-show_n_66140dd8e4b056f72058cc03
HBO's Stylish Adaptation Of 'The Sympathizer' Is A Watered-Down Version Of The Book
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Conan O’Brien Roasts HBO Max Rebrand During Spicy Wing-Fueled Rant: “They Used To Call It HBO But People Found That Too Popular”
deadline.com/2024/04/conan-obrien-hbo-max-rebrand-hot-ones-1235882835/
Streaming on Max: The 22 Absolute Best Movies to Watch: Here are some highly rated films to check out, plus a look at what's new in April.
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'Hard Knocks' teams through the years: Take a look at all the NFL teams that were featured on HBO's "Hard Knocks" reality series.
usatoday.com/picture-gallery/sports/nfl/2018/05/17/hard-knocks-teams-through-the-years/35038159/
Alex Edelman Took on Neo-Nazis. Next Is the Israel-Gaza War.: For his new HBO special “Just for Us,” Jewish comedian Alex Edelman infiltrated a meeting of white ...
thedailybeast.com/alex-edelman-took-on-neo-nazis-next-is-the-israel-gaza-war
Check out these great portraits from Deadline's special screening of HBO's ‘The Sympathizer’ photographed by Michael Buckner!
In ‘The Sympathizer,’ the Vietnam War from a Vietnamese perspective: Viet Thanh Nguyen’s “The Sympathizer,” winner of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction ...
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‘The Jinx Part Two’ Review: Robert Durst Returns in Killer Sequel: New characters, fresh clues, and the promise of another jaw-dropping finale make “The ...
thedailybeast.com/the-jinx-part-two-review-robert-durst-returns-in-killer-sequel
Robert Downey Jr. goes "Backstage with Deadline" (and Dominic Patten) during a special screening of HBO’s ‘The Sympathizer’ | Stay tuned ... Show more
HBO has produced some of television’s best shows, but which ones are the network’s best? We revisit HBO’s history to rank them all. Let the debating begin.
Conan O'Brien makes his Ros na Rún debut: Irish American television host Conan O'Brien will make his Irish TV drama debut on TG4's Ros na Rún on ...
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‘An American Bombing: The Road to April 19th’ Review: The Origins of an Explosion
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How The Sympathizer Counters 50 Years of Hollywood Vietnam War Narratives: An HBO adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen's 'The Sympathizer' challenges long-held ...
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April TV Preview: www.metacritic.com/news/april-2024-tv-preview/ April 21 - The Jinx-Part Two (HBO & Max)
‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’ Revives Bruce Springsteen’s Acting Career: The penultimate episode of the series gives the Boss a hilarious, substantial role—and should ...
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/curb-your-enthusiasm-revives-bruce-springsteens-acting-career
Here’s Sunday night’s story on food delivery apps, the labor issues they pose, and, of course, what John has in common with Miss Piggy:
Kate Winslet Details Sex Scene So Bonkers, The Crew Was Kicked Out For Laughing: The “Regime” star hilariously described how awkward things got behind the scenes ...
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HBO, Bad Wolf Developing ‘Succession’-Level Series On Flamboyant Art Fraudster Inigo Philbrick
deadline.com/2024/04/hbo-bad-wolf-adapt-all-that-glitters-inigo-philbrick-1235888858/
More ‘Jinx’: See Trailer for HBO’s ‘Part Two’ Docuseries About Robert Durst: Nearly a decade after 'The Jinx' became a true-crime sensation ...
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‘The Regime’ Creator on That Bloody Finale and Season 2 Plan: Will Tracy, writer of “The Menu” and “Succession,” explains the ending of his brutal, bloody ...
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/the-regime-creator-on-that-bloody-finale-and-season-2-plan
BravoCon 2024 Is Dead, Replaced With ‘Watch Party by Bravo’: BravoCon will not happen in 2024, but the 2025 event is officially on. In the meantime ...
vulture.com/article/bravocon-delayed-2025.html
Larry David Spills On Bruce Springsteen's Wild 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Line: The HBO show's creator revealed what the Boss "absolutely" did during his cameo in ...
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Why Does ‘The Jinx Part 2’ Exist at All?: The HBO docuseries on convicted murderer Robert Durts returns to tackle the aftermath — and plays like an empty victory ...
rollingstone.com/tv-movies/tv-movie-reviews/the-jinx-part-2-review-robert-durst-1235005248/
To recline, or not to recline: Larry David sparks airplane seat debate: During an appearance on “The Rich Eisen Show,” Larry David was asked if he thought it was ...
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I Made a Show About Talking to White Nationalists. Then I Talked to My Audience: Comedian Alex Edelman on his new HBO special and what he took away from his many ...
time.com/6962335/alex-edelman-just-for-us-essay/
Danny McBride is ready to return to the big screen
“I’m ready to get back into writing movies and doing movies, because it just feels like movies need help ... Show more www.gq.com/story/danny-mcbride-creativity-awards-profile
Jonathan Nolan still intends — '100 percent' — to finish Westworld: 'We're completionists'
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Quick Glance: Jonathan Nolan Hopes to Make Westworld's Cancelled Final Season
- HBO infamously canceled Westworld, halting the planned final season with a different game master.
- The potential fifth season would have involved Dolores controlling the game with a new perspective.
- Creators are now focusing on the Fallout adaptation for Prime Video while hoping for a chance to conclude Westworld's story.
- Nolan expressed hope to bring Westworld's story to a conclusion with one more season as originally planned.
‘We’re Here’ Season Four Trailer Raises Stakes for New Cast: HBO’s ‘We’re Here’ season four has new queens in Sasha Velour, Priyanka, Latrice Royale ...
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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight: What to Know About the Game of Thrones Prequel
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Game of Thrones Prequel: The Hedge Knight Casts Dunk and Egg
- Peter Claffey and Dexter Sol Ansell will portray Dunk and Egg in the Game of Thrones prequel 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms: The Hedge Knight'.
- Based on George R.R. Martin's Tales of Dunk and Egg novellas, the series is set about a century before Game of Thrones.
- Season 1 will adapt the novella 'The Hedge Knight' from 1998 and is scheduled for a late 2025 premiere on Max.
- Additional Game of Thrones spinoffs, including potential projects about Jon Snow and Aegon's conquest of Westeros, are also being considered.
Sandra Oh, who stars in "The Sympathizer," unpacks Robert Downey Jr.'s performance as multiple characters in the HBO series: "He is playing ... Show more variety.com/2024/tv/news/the-sympathizer-cast-vietnam-war-family-heritage-1235968841/
'The Jinx: Part 2': The reckoning true crime needs?: Robert Durst goes on trial, and we see behind the scenes.
mashable.com/article/the-jinx-part-2-review
The White Lotus Season 3: Release Date, Spoilers, Trailer, Cast And Plot: The White Lotus has been commissioned for season three by HBO. Here's everything you ...
elle.com/uk/life-and-culture/a42385077/the-white-lotus-season-three/
‘The Regime’ Episode 5 Recap: A Full-Blown Revolution Is Coming for the Finale: As all hell finally breaks loose, Elena still finds time for sex—and sexy ...
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/the-regime-episode-5-recap-a-full-blown-revolution-is-coming-for-the-finale
‘The Regime’ Recap, Episode 6: ‘Don’t Yet Rejoice’: ‘The Regime’ finds its satirical punch just in time for the finale, but it’s too little too late ...
vulture.com/article/the-regime-recap-episode-6-dont-yet-rejoice.html
John Oliver Says If Stanley Tucci Hosted ‘Last Week Tonight’ It Would Be “An Impossibly Horny” Show; Dings Steve Kornacki’s Election Coverage Graphics
deadline.com/2024/04/john-oliver-stanley-tucci-hosted-last-week-tonight-steve-kornacki-election-coverage-graphics-1235885551/
Euphoria Season 3: What We Know So Far: Here's everything we know about 'Euphoria' season three.
elle.com/culture/movies-tv/a39225786/euphoria-season-three-release-date-cast-news/
‘Euphoria’ Season 3 Is Doomed. Here’s How to Save It.: Three begrudging fans have some ideas for Sam Levinson and company to get this troubled production back on ...
thedailybeast.com/obsessed/euphoria-season-3-is-doomed-heres-how-to-save-it
James Gandolfini plays Tony Soprano one more time in a newly uncovered video: Fans of the popular HBO mafia show can now get a closure of sorts as a newly found ...
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It's the last day to get up to 42 percent off annual Max subscriptions: This is your last day to snag a decent deal on a subscription to Max ...
engadget.com/its-the-last-day-to-get-up-to-42-percent-off-annual-max-subscriptions-130009276.html
2024 WGA Awards Winners List: See who wins at the 2024 WGA Awards with our updating winners list.
indiewire.com/awards/results/2024-wga-awards-winners-list-1234974257/
Writers Guild Awards: Beef, Succession, The Holdovers among big winners : At the Writers Guild Awards 2024, Alexander Payne’s The Holdovers and Cord Jefferson’s ...
wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-writers-guild-awards-beef-succession-the-holdovers-among-big-winners-711301
The Complete Guide to Spring TV: Everything to Know About What to Watch This Season
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Nikki Glaser Sets May Debut For HBO Comedy Special ‘Someday You’ll Die’: Nikki Glaser's new comedy special 'Someday You'll Die' has been set ...
deadline.com/2024/04/nikki-glaser-special-someday-youll-die-sets-premiere-date-hbo-1235889090/
'Queen of the Deuce' Trailer: Chelly Wilson's Porn Empire: Chelly Wilson's porn empire is examined in documentary 'Queen of the Deuce.'
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