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Gillian Anderson Announces Bold Sequel to Bestselling Book of Sexual Fantasies
Gillian Anderson, acclaimed actress and star of Sex Education and The X-Files, has revealed plans for an "even more daring" follow-up to her bestselling 2024 book, Want. The original book, which featured anonymous submissions of women's sexual fantasies, sparked global conversations around female desire and empowerment.
The Fearless Artistic Life of Gustaf Broms: Spat At, Skint, and Splattered with Sludge
Deep within the serene woodlands north of Stockholm, near the quiet village of Vendel, resides one of Sweden's most unconventional artists — Gustaf Broms. In a 200-year-old house surrounded by nothing but towering trees and wildlife, Broms crafts his distinctive world of performance art far removed from the hustle of modern life.
Barrie Kosky's Wagner Phantasmagoria: 'Touching the Soul Is All That Matters!'
From The Muppet Show to Kafka, Yiddish theatre to Vivaldi, and pop music to the grandeur of Wagner, Barrie Kosky’s artistic universe knows no bounds. The 58-year-old Australian theatre and opera director is a whirlwind of creativity, blending genres and inspirations with fearless brilliance. His latest venture? A bold new staging of Wagner’s Die Walküre at London’s Royal Opera House, opening on May 1.
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A young John Lennon, beaming with joy, arms stretched wide like windmill sails, emerges from the waters off Miami Beach — frozen in time by the lens of his bandmate, Paul McCartney. This candid moment is just one of many from McCartney’s recently rediscovered collection of photographs, offering a rare, personal window into the life of The Beatles at the height of Beatlemania. For decades, these intimate snapshots were tucked away, forgotten amidst the whirlwind of fame. Now, as McCartney shares these unseen treasures, fans are treated to a fresh perspective — not of global superstars, but of four young men navigating unprecedented stardom with laughter, curiosity, and camaraderie.
Andor Season 2 Review – Star Wars for Adults Returns, Sharper, Thrilling, and Surprisingly Funnier
Comrades, the rebellion reignites! Andor Season 2 has landed, and once again, this standout Star Wars series proves why it’s hailed as the galaxy’s most mature and politically charged offering. Forget Jedi mind tricks and adorable green aliens — under Tony Gilroy's masterful direction, Andor dives deep into the gritty realities of resistance, where bravery isn't powered by magic, but by sheer will and sacrifice. Season 2’s opening triple episode reminds us that this isn’t just another Star Wars spin-off — it’s a gripping anti-fascist drama set in a galaxy far, far away.
"Where Is the Adult?": Leonardo Van Dijl on Exposing Abuse in Julie Keeps Quiet
When Leonardo Van Dijl premiered his debut film Julie Keeps Quiet at Cannes, he couldn’t have imagined the global conversation it would spark. The powerful drama tells the harrowing story of a teenage tennis prodigy, played by real-life athlete Tessa Van den Broeck, who faces abuse while the adults around her turn a blind eye — a sadly familiar tale in the world of competitive sports. In a recent interview, Van Dijl reflected on the responsibility of portraying such a sensitive topic. "Julie Keeps Quiet isn't just a film about tennis," he explained, "it's about silence, complicity, and the failure of adults to protect the vulnerable."