English actor known for stage and screen, with a distinctive voice
The Guardian and Independent reviews converge on Greengrass’s The Uprising (aka The Rise of Robin Hood), arguing the film’s attempt to parallel 14th‑century revolt with today’s politics falls short, while Garfield’s Ploughman amid a muddy epic fails to ignite. Focus Features releases the US version on Sept 11.
The Guardian, Independent, and related interviews reveal Finn Wolfhard reflecting on growing up in the spotlight, the enduring impact of Stand by Me, and the personal costs of fame as the Stranger Things star enters a new phase in music and public life.
The Harry Potter TV series has replaced Nicholas Hoult with Kit Harington to play Gilderoy Lockhart in the second season, adapting The Chamber of Secrets. The change follows scheduling conflicts and comes after fan backlash to Rowling’s involvement. Other cast updates include Paapa Essiedu as Snape and John Lithgow as Dumbledore.