Movie Review: You Can See Everything shows Elizabeth Holmes through Nathan Fielders singular lens
Thirty-four days before Elizabeth Holmes was due to start her 11-year prison sentence, she and partner Billy Evans invited a film crew into their home. They wanted to show the public the real Holmes, claiming previous portrayals of the disgraced Theranos CEO were inaccurate. Comedian Nathan Fielder co-directed the resulting film, You Can See Everything, which opens in theaters Friday. In her review for The Associated Press, film writer Lindsey Bahr writes that it is part-performance art, part-documentary, and wholly unique. Holmes maintains her innocence, insisting she never lied. The film explores her enigmatic nature and her relationship with Evans. Its a fascinating, confounding piece that challenges perceptions and expectations.
Movie Review: Rom-com or sib-com? Sisterhood rules in a 21st-century take on Sense and Sensibility
Three decades after the Ang Lee-Emma Thompson version, a new adaptation of Sense and Sensibility is at hand. This time, the Jane Austen classic stars Daisy Edgar-Jones as the no-nonsense Elinor and Esm矇 Creed-Miles as Marianne, her turbulent sister. Did we need a new version? Associated Press critic Jocelyn Noveck writes that director Georgia Oakley makes a good case for her 21st-century take by shifting the focus from romance to sisterhood, with the sibling connection forming the real heart of the story. The film features strong performances all around, and delights with engaging dance scenes and a focus on the natural world. Opens Friday in theaters.
Meet the new Dashwoods: Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esm矇 Creed-Miles star in Sense and Sensibility
Daisy Edgar-Jones stars as Elinor Dashwood in a new Sense and Sensibility adaptation directed by Georgia Oakley. This marks the first major adaptation of the Jane Austen novel directed by a woman. Edgar-Jones highlights the importance of the sisterly bond in the film, which she shares with co-star Esm矇 Creed-Miles. The two actors previously worked together, enhancing their onscreen chemistry. Oakley aims for a more authentic and earthy portrayal of the characters, drawing inspiration from films like Wuthering Heights. Creed-Miles, who has diverse interests beyond acting, hopes the film reaches both Austen fans and newcomers.
Prince Harry and Meghan to make first joint appearances since returning to UK
LONDON (AP) Prince Harry and Meghan are making their first joint public appearances in England since stepping back from royal duties six years ago. On Thursday, they plan to visit three charities in Nottingham, where they first appeared together after announcing their engagement in 2017. The events are presented with royal touches, but King Charles III has emphasized their status as non-working royals. The couple continues to support charities but focuses on private ventures. Tensions with the royal family have eased recently, and Harry has expressed a desire for reconciliation. The couple and their children are reportedly living in the Cotswolds.
Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn store clashed on social media. Behind it, power dynamics loomed
NEW YORK (AP) Kelly Clarkson's recent dispute with a Brooklyn store highlights the power dynamics between celebrities and everyday people. Over the weekend, Clarkson visited Art of Play, a store offering books, games, and magic shows. She later posted on social media, claiming she was judged as if she couldnt afford a high-priced mechanical bird, leading to a negative interaction. The store responded, saying the item wasn't for sale and they offered alternatives, which Clarkson disputed. Since her post, the store has faced online backlash and even in-person confrontations.
From behind the podium, White House press secretaries had some memorable moments
NEW YORK (AP) Katie Zacharia has started as President Donald Trump's new press secretary, taking over from Karoline Leavitt. The role of White House press secretary is high-profile and involves more than just relaying information. Press secretaries answer questions, present the administration's positions and reflect the president's attitude toward the media. Over the years, there have been some memorable moments from those in this role. The position continues to be a crucial link between the White House and the national political media.
UK prosecutor labels Russell Brand a ruthless sexual predator as his sex assault trial begins
LONDON (AP) A British prosecutor has accused Russell Brand of being a ruthless sexual predator who assaulted six women over the course of a decade. Brand has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges including rape and sexual assault. The alleged offenses occurred between 1999 and 2009. Prosecutor Riel Karmy-Jones told jurors Wednesday that the women were assaulted in various locations including a hotel room and Brand's home. The actor-comedian is known for his risque stand-up routines and battles with drugs and alcohol. He has shifted away from mainstream media and has built a large online following.
'Lincoln in the Bardo' leaps from book to stage in Missy Mazzoli's new opera
NEW YORK (AP) Lincoln in the Bardo is an opera set in a graveyard, featuring Abraham Lincoln grieving his son's death. Despite the somber setting, creators say its filled with humor and joy. The opera, based on George Saunders novel, explores the Tibetan Buddhist concept of the bardo, a state between death and rebirth. The ghosts in the story must accept their deaths to find peace. Composer Missy Mazzoli faced challenges writing music for a dead child but found a positive angle in the story. The opera premieres at the Metropolitan Opera in New York with some unusual casting and creative elements on Monday.
Zimbabwes Caine Prize winner rejects claim he used AI to write his story
HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) Zimbabwean author Simbarashe Kundizeza denies using AI to write his short story, "The Blue Fighter," which won the $10,000 Caine Prize for African Writing. Allegations surfaced after an AI detection tool suggested the story was AI-generated. Kundizeza insists the story is inspired by his family's experiences and challenges the bias of AI-detection technology. The Caine Prize organizers have not retracted the award but are reviewing the claims. Kundizeza argues that writers can evolve in style and genre, and he emphasizes the need for responsible technology use. The controversy has sparked a broader debate about potential bias against Black authors.
Blockbuster-era law governing privacy of video rentals gets a fresh look from the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (AP) A 1988 law designed to protect the privacy of movie rentals in the age of Blockbuster Video is getting a fresh look from the Supreme Court. The justices heard arguments Wednesday in a case testing how the decades-old statute fits in the modern era of digital commerce. A ruling by the justices could resolve a lower-court split over how a consumer qualifies for the laws protections. Consumer advocates say the Video Privacy Protection Act of 1988 was broadly written to adapt to advances in technology and safeguard consumers personal information. The law's critics view it as a relic.
