American actor, director, producer; a defining screen presence
New York City has hit peak summer activity with record crowds and spending. After Knicks’ championship and World Cup crowds, the city remains lively as visitors push commerce and events into high gear this August.
A look at how streaming and new platforms are reshaping the careers and memory of a BAFTA-winning director, with reflections from collaborators and a peek at archival material and upcoming releases.
In interviews, actors discuss how marriage and family support creative careers. Leguizamo praises his wife as a moral compass while noting she keeps him grounded. Fernández’s return to soccer and the on-screen family alliances are explored.
Rockstar Games has opened digital-only preorders for Grand Theft Auto VI, offering a $79.99 Standard Edition and a $99.99 Ultimate Edition for PS5 and Xbox Series X/S. The game has faced repeated delays, an extensive leak campaign, and accusations of union-busting after Rockstar fired more than 30 employees; a Netflix preview event and leaked clips have already circulated.
DOJ lawyers warn the Kennedy Center may face teardown if the Trump-backed renovations do not proceed; multiple lawsuits, board actions, and court orders shape the struggle over naming and future use. The issue centers on whether the center can be renamed and how renovations will unfold amid political pressure.
Fall 2: Deadpoint continues the cliff-edge survival premise of the 2022 thriller Fall, relocating to a Thai mountain with two young leads facing new hazards after a rockslide. While the tension remains effective in spots, the sequel leans on a familiar formula and melodramatic twists, delivering thrills that sometimes feel outweighing the logic.
A three-part Channel 4 documentary on Lyra McKee’s 2019 murder follows Detective Jason Murphy as he investigates the crime amid a culture of silence and mistrust that hampers justice. The film uses CCTV evidence and interviews, revealing tensions between police and communities in Northern Ireland.
Ariana Grande has concluded her Eternal Sunshine tour in London, addressing fans with gratitude as she steps back from public life after 41 shows across North America and the UK. She performed in platform boots after injuring her foot, and announced a future break from public-facing appearances.
The Guardian reports on Furious, a Disney+ thriller, where Catherine Grace’s mission against predatory men unfolds with a moral core. Alice Black confronts trauma as they pursue justice against institutional indifference. The series has earned praise for its depth and lead performance, while exposing systemic failings in law enforcement and elites.
Apple Studios’ biopic Tenzing has opened theaters and debuts on Apple TV+. The film foregrounds Tenzing Norgay’s life, recasting Everest history away from a Hillary-centric narrative, while Sherpa voices and climate-change impacts in the Himalayas frame its release.