Entertainment

Marissa Bode, photographed on the Universal Studios Lot, makes her feature film debut as Nessarose in “Wicked.” (Ethan Benavidez/For The Times) The cast of “Wicked” is stacked with well-known names: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum, Jonathan Bailey, Peter Dinklage, Bowen Yang. But one actor you likely don’t know is making “Wicked” history: … Read more

Among the contenders in this year’s original song race are two on opposite ends of multiple spectrums. One is an intimate empowerment ballad from a Tyler Perry historical drama on Netflix. The other is the equivalent of an “I want” song (more like an “I will” song) from a Disney animated sequel. One is the … Read more

In ‘The Wild Robot,’ machines, animals and new technology paint a very human picture As our collective nervousness over AI grows each day, “The Wild Robot” emerges from the woods with a completely different take on a man-made being with the ability to learn. “I love the messaging of the story, the idea that kindness … Read more

‘Anora’ as cautionary fairy tale A New York stripper and the son of an absurdly rich Russian oligarch are living their best lives as they fall for each other in Sean Baker’s Palme d’Or-winning film “Anora.” The love-bomb romance between Ani (Mikey Madison) and Ivan (Mark Eydelshteyn) is visually effervescent, an inspired frame that invites … Read more

“A Different Man” is neither a straightforward drama nor a straight thriller. Director Aaron Schimberg refuses to call it a fable — mainly because there is no moral in his moody, darkly comic tale about a man with a facial disfigurement who gets “reborn” into the conventionally handsome face of Sebastian Stan, only for his … Read more

Who needs L.A.? These 30-somethings are creating a hip, communal oasis in Palm Springs Standing in the dim light of Las Palmas, the Palm Springs micro-brewery and go-to gathering spot for young locals in the low desert, floral designer Sesar Orozco found himself in a circle of friends, some of whom he knew would be … Read more

Matthew McConaughey has revealed the reason behind his decision to move his family out of Hollywood — despite being at the height of his acting career. The Oscar winner, 55, moved to his home state of Texas over a decade ago with his wife, Camila Alves. And the pair haven’t looked back since. More than … Read more

Niall Horan has reappeared in public. He’s been going through a lot. Following Liam Payne’s tragic death in October, those who knew him best processed and mourned in their own ways. Few people had more complex relationships with the late singer than fellow One Direction alums. Including Niall Horan, with whom Liam had planned to … Read more

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) that President-elect Trump has tasked Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy with leading is reportedly considering developing a mobile app to make it easier for taxpayers to file their returns for free. The Washington Post on Tuesday reported citing two people familiar with conversations by DOGE leaders on the subject … Read more

From the sudden death of his mother to an uphill battle with addiction, Josh Brolin’s 56 years of life have been filled with heartache, turmoil and oftentimes surreal moments.  In his newly released memoir, “From Under the Truck,” the “Goonies” actor opens up about his rocky upbringing, the ins and outs of his alcoholism, fatherhood … Read more