American actor, director, producer, screenwriter, and musician
A rogues’ gallery of action stars delivers a breezy chase comedy set in 1987 Europe. Ryan Reynolds and Kenneth Branagh play an unlikely duo on a mission that zips from a snowy forest to Moscow, balancing slick stunts with blunt humor. The film earns beeps of heart and a smile, even as it revels in outright cartoonish spectacle.
A new film about James Stagg, the meteorologist guiding Dwight Eisenhower before D-Day, has sparked praise for Andrew Scott’s restrained, intense performance. The drama, drawn from a stage play, emphasizes data-driven judgment under extreme pressure and the cost of uncertainty in wartime planning.
The latest Star Trek series has been cancelled after a brief run, sparking renewed debate about the franchise’s direction and its cultural relevance. Critics argue the show was sidelined amid shifts in ownership and audience tastes, while supporters point to ongoing diversity goals and science-fiction storytelling.
Star Trek’s 60th anniversary is marred by debate over inclusivity and the franchise’s future. Multiple outlets report on cancellation of a Paramount+ series, with actors defending the franchise’s progressive values while critics question its current direction. Readers are watching closely as sponsors and fans weigh the franchise’s next moves.