American actor with a career spanning five decades
David Robert Mitchell has released The End of Oak Street, a 1982‑set sci‑fi horror that transports a suburban neighbourhood into a dinosaur‑infested prehistoric landscape. Critics have praised Anne Hathaway’s performance and the film’s technical craft, but they have criticised its uneven tone, derivative Spielberg pastiche and an undercutting finale. Reviews started publishing 12 August 2026.
Oscar winner Susan Sarandon says studios are still avoiding her because of her outspoken support for Palestinians. At Venice, she notes shifts in public opinion but reports ongoing gatekeeping by agencies and studios despite her new film, The Echo Chamber.
UK prosecutors have lodged formal extradition requests with the US for Andrew and Tristan Tate, who face 59 charges in the UK, including rape and sex trafficking. The US State Department will review for treaty compliance, while the brothers’ lawyer challenges the documentation. Extradition still requires multiple steps, with the men remaining in US custody.
BAFTA Scotland has announced seven nominations for the film I Swear, including three best film actor nods, as John Davidson attends in a relaxed space after the February controversy. The ceremony is set for 15 November in Glasgow, with Edith Bowman hosting.
Kelly Clarkson has criticized Art of Play in Brooklyn after a staffer allegedly treated her as if she couldn’t afford items. The store says the sought-after one-of-a-kind bird automaton isn’t for sale, though a similar version is offered for $15,000. The clash has drawn widespread online attention and reaction from PR experts.