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It Was Always Going to Be Tricky to Adapt This Pulitzer-Winning Novel. HBO Mostly Pulls It Off.
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‘The Sympathizer’ Confronts Hollywood’s History of the Vietnam War: In this satire from HBO and A24, Robert Downey Jr. plays four (!) different characters: a CIA ...
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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.
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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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.
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 ...
independent.co.uk/life-style/sex-and-the-city-gen-z-review-b2525256.html
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.
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/
How HBO transformed San José-reared author Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel ‘The Sympathizer’ into a series
dailynews.com/2024/04/12/how-hbo-transformed-viet-thanh-nguyens-novel-the-sympathizer-into-a-series/
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.
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 ...
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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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Jonathan Nolan Still Intends to Finish Westworld Despite HBO's Cancellation - IGN
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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/
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.
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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Jerrod Carmichael Calls Dave Chappelle An 'Egomaniac' Over Anti-Trans Jokes Criticism
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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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Hannah Waddingham recalls being 'waterboarded' during 'Game of Thrones' stunt: Hannah Waddingham, who played Septa Unella on "Game of Thrones," is opening up ...
usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/04/03/hannah-waddingham-game-of-thrones-waterboarding-stunt-septa-unella/73198010007/
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.
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/
Fallout's Chart Topping Viewership Revealed; Season 2 Confirmed by Prime Video
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Quick Glance: Insights and Future Plans for Fallout Season 1
- Fallout Season 1 is a hit on Prime Video with positive reviews and many fans already embracing the series.
- In an interview with Todd Howard and Jonathan Nolan, important details and revelations from Season 1 are discussed.
- The creators talk about their love for the Fallout universe, adapting to the game lore, and the challenges of bringing the series to life.
- Character development, storylines, and future plans for the series are addressed, including the involvement of celebrities and the continuation of the Fallout saga.
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/
HBO's Stylish Adaptation Of 'The Sympathizer' Is A Watered-Down Version Of The Book
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Disgraced Art Dealer Inigo Philbrick Is Getting the HBO Treatment: HBO and production company Bad Wolf are developing a TV series adaptation of the forthcoming ...
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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/
'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
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.
cnet.com/culture/entertainment/streaming-on-max-the-22-absolute-best-movies-to-watch-april-2024/
'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/
How the Vietnamese community is reacting to HBO's 'The Sympathizer': HBO's adaptation of "The Sympathizer" reflects a distinctly Vietnamese point of view ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2024-04-19/the-sympathizer-hbo-vietnamese-reaction
‘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
In ‘The Sympathizer,’ the Vietnam War from a Vietnamese perspective: Viet Thanh Nguyen’s “The Sympathizer,” winner of the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction ...
washingtonpost.com/entertainment/tv/2024/04/14/sympathizer-vietnam-war-history-context/
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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'The Jinx: Part 2': The reckoning true crime needs?: Robert Durst goes on trial, and we see behind the scenes.
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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:
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
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
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.
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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Baby Reindeer star Nava Mau's HBO series Generation named 'best show ever': For Netflix viewers hooked on Baby Reindeer, which stars Richard Gadd as Donny Dunn ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/19/baby-reindeer-star-nava-maus-hbo-series-generation-named-best-show-ever-20676801/
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/
‘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 ...
vulture.com/article/were-here-season-four-trailer-locations.html
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.
Dead Boy Detectives - Official Trailer - IGN: Check out the trailer for Dead Boy Detectives, an upcoming series that is a part of The Sandman Universe for ...
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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 ...
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‘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
Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav Gets a Big Pay Bump Despite Being Bad at His Job
gizmodo.com/warner-bros-discovery-ceo-david-zaslav-gets-a-big-pay-1851422342
'The Iron Claw' Streaming Release Date Set for Next Month on Max: The Iron Claw, the wrestling drama starring Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White ...
collider.com/iron-claw-streaming-release-date/
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/
‘SNL’ Alums Molly Shannon, Steve Koren Reunite for Untitled HBO Comedy: "The Other Two" actress stars in the series, currently in development ...
thewrap.com/molly-shannon-steve-koren-hbo-comedy-series/
Euphoria Season 3: What We Know So Far: Here's everything we know about 'Euphoria' season three.
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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.
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Jennifer Hudson Promises ‘23 More Years’ in Daytime as She Accepts NAB Show Award | Video
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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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The Complete Guide to Spring TV: Everything to Know About What to Watch This Season
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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 ...
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Zendaya On The Third Season Of Euphoria: "It's Beyond Me": "If it's right for the characters and everything turns out the way it should ...
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Netflix's Popular New Reboot Show Is JB Smoove's Greatest Replacement For Curb Your Enthusiasm After 17 Years
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Andrew DeYoung To Direct & EP Tim Robinson & Zach Kanin’s HBO Comedy Pilot ‘The Chair Company’
deadline.com/2024/04/andrew-deyoung-direct-tim-robinson-zach-kanin-hbo-comedy-pilot-the-chair-company-1235889421/
‘Somebody Somewhere’ Adds Ólafur Darri Ólafsson To Season Three Cast On HBO: A new face is about to pop up in Manhattan, Kansas: Olafur Darri Ólafsson is joining ...
deadline.com/2024/04/somebody-somewhere-casts-olafur-darri-olafsson-season-three-cast-hbo-1235889101/
New to streaming: What to watch on Netflix NZ, Neon and more this week: An impressive new HBO spy thriller, a charming new romantic reality series ...
thespinoff.co.nz/pop-culture/15-04-2024/new-to-streaming-what-to-watch-on-netflix-nz-neon-and-more-this-week-44
‘The Sympathizer’ cast, director discuss new series that shows the Vietnam War through a Vietnamese lens
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Is 'Civil War' Streaming on Netflix or HBO Max?: Here's everything we know about how, when and where you can watch 'Civil War.'
decider.com/2024/04/13/is-civil-war-streaming-on-netflix-or-hbo-max/
True Detective showrunner teases season 5 and its possible connection to Night Country
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Kathy Griffin, who appeared on episode 1 of 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' slams Larry David, HBO
cincinnati.com/story/entertainment/2024/04/16/kathy-griffin-appeared-episode-1-curb-your-enthusiasm-slams-larry-david/73331889007/
'Brandy Hellville & The Cult Of Fast Fashion': HBO Doc Reveals Disturbing Behind-The-Scenes Stories Of Teen Employees At One Of The Biggest Retailers Of The ...
decider.com/2024/04/16/brandy-hellville-the-cult-of-fast-fashion-disturbing-behind-the-scenes-stories-teen-employees/
The Sympathizer director wanted to depict the fall of Saigon in ‘a serious, grave manner’
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Conan O'Brien Mocks HBO Max Name Change: Conan O'Brien mocked the decision to drop the HBO name from Max in a new appearance on Hot Ones.
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Conan O'Brien Mercilessly Mocks WarnerMedia Suits For Rebranding HBO Max as Max: "They Used to Call It HBO, But People Found That Too Popular"
decider.com/2024/04/12/conan-obrien-mocks-hbo-rebranding-max/
'Franklin' Review: It's Not Very Good. What It Represents Is Worse.: Review of Apple TV Plus's 'Franklin' starring Michael Douglas ...
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Carrie, Big and Aidan: How 'Sex and the City’s' love triangle has aged: The hit HBO series is now streaming on Netflix, drawing in new and old viewers alike and ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/tv/story/2024-04-12/sex-and-the-city-netflix-carrie-big-aidan
Bill Maher Applauds William Shatner For Controversial 'Star Trek' Interracial Kiss
decider.com/2024/04/13/bill-maher-applauds-william-shatner-for-controversial-star-trek-interracial-kiss/
Park Chan-wook Gets the Picture He Wants: Jia Tolentino on the director of “Oldboy” and “The Handmaiden,” whose latest project is “The Sympathizer ...
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