RRR at Oscars 2023 - Naatu Naatu: After clinching the Golden Globe earlier this year, 'Naatu Naatu' from RRR&nbsp;just won an Oscar for best original song.&nbsp;Although the film failed to score nominations in any other category, the win is a major accomplishment for director SS Rajamouli, the stars NTR Jr and Ram Charan, and the rest of the cast and crew. 'Naatu Naatu' has become a global phenomenon, with thousands of people recreating the song's choreography and sharing it on social media. Hollywood personalities ranging from comedians to actors to filmmakers have been captivated by the film's audacious action and Rajamouli's direction. The director has received widespread acclaim for his Baahubali movies, but RRR arguably has had an even bigger impact.

RRR follows two real-life revolutionaries who take&nbsp;on the might of the British Empire in the early 20th century. Alluri Sitarama Raju (Charan) and Komaram Bheem (NTR Jr) join forces in 1920 to fight the colonialists. Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, Shriya Saran, Samuthirakani, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, and Olivia Morris also form the cast of RRR.

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Many industry experts have credited Rajamouli's unique storytelling style and his ability to create action-packed and visually stunning films as the key to his success. RRR is no exception, with its breathtaking action sequences, intricate costumes, and impressive sets transporting viewers to a different time and place.

Keeravani delighted the audience by giving much of his acceptance speech to the tune of a Carpenters classic. “I grew up listening to the Carpenters and now here I am with the Oscars,” he said as he started singing lines from the&nbsp; ’70s pop smash hit 'Top of the World.' "There was only one wish on my mind. … RRR&nbsp;has to win, pride of every Indian, and must put me on the top of the world,” he crooned. Lyricist Chandrabose, on the other hand, simply said, "Namaste" to the audience.&nbsp;

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RRR has solidified Rajamouli's position as one of the most talented and innovative filmmakers in the Indian film industry. With his unique vision and unwavering commitment to quality, it is no surprise that his films continue to break records and capture the hearts of audiences worldwide.

Earlier in the ceremony, the song was performed on the stage, though not by the two stars, sadly. The song was presented by Deepika Padukone who said, "Do you know Naatu? Because if you don't, then you are about to." The song was performed by singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kala Bhairava along with dancers including American dancer and reality TV star Lauren Gottlieb.&nbsp;

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RRR at Oscars 2023 - Naatu Naatu: After clinching the Golden Globe earlier this year, 'Naatu Naatu' from RRR just won an Oscar for best original song. Although the film failed to score nominations in any other category, the win is a major accomplishment for director SS Rajamouli, the stars NTR Jr and Ram Charan, and the rest of the cast and crew.

RRR at Oscars 2023 - Naatu Naatu: After clinching the Golden Globe earlier this year, 'Naatu Naatu' from RRR just won an Oscar for best original song. Although the film failed to score nominations in any other category, the win is a major accomplishment for director SS Rajamouli, the stars NTR Jr and Ram Charan, and the rest of the cast and crew. 'Naatu Naatu' has become a global phenomenon, with thousands of people recreating the song's choreography and sharing it on social media. Hollywood personalities ranging from comedians to actors to filmmakers have been captivated by the film's audacious action and Rajamouli's direction. The director has received widespread acclaim for his Baahubali movies, but RRR arguably has had an even bigger impact. RRR follows two real-life revolutionaries who take on the might of the British Empire in the early 20th century. Alluri Sitarama Raju (Charan) and Komaram Bheem (NTR Jr) join forces in 1920 to fight the colonialists. Ajay Devgn, Alia Bhatt, Shriya Saran, Samuthirakani, Ray Stevenson, Alison Doody, and Olivia Morris also form the cast of RRR. Follow Oscars 2023 Live Updates: Many industry experts have credited Rajamouli's unique storytelling style and his ability to create action-packed and visually stunning films as the key to his success. RRR is no exception, with its breathtaking action sequences, intricate costumes, and impressive sets transporting viewers to a different time and place. Keeravani delighted the audience by giving much of his acceptance speech to the tune of a Carpenters classic. “I grew up listening to the Carpenters and now here I am with the Oscars,” he said as he started singing lines from the ’70s pop smash hit 'Top of the World.' "There was only one wish on my mind. … RRR has to win, pride of every Indian, and must put me on the top of the world,” he crooned. Lyricist Chandrabose, on the other hand, simply said, "Namaste" to the audience. Also Read: RRR, Naatu Naatu takes over Oscars 2023, receives standing ovation RRR has solidified Rajamouli's position as one of the most talented and innovative filmmakers in the Indian film industry. With his unique vision and unwavering commitment to quality, it is no surprise that his films continue to break records and capture the hearts of audiences worldwide. Earlier in the ceremony, the song was performed on the stage, though not by the two stars, sadly. The song was presented by Deepika Padukone who said, "Do you know Naatu? Because if you don't, then you are about to." The song was performed by singers Rahul Sipligunj and Kala Bhairava along with dancers including American dancer and reality TV star Lauren Gottlieb. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The reviews of Guillermo del Toro's upcoming animated film 'Pinocchio' are here, and thus far it looks like the Oscar-winning filmmaker has another winner in his hands. The reviews of this upcoming Netflix animated film are universally positive until now. On the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes, 'Pinocchio' holds a rating of perfect 100 per cent. Co-directed by Mark Gustafson and written by del Toro, Matthew Robbins, and Patrick McHale, 'Pinocchio' is based on Italian author Carlo Collodi's 1883 fantasy novel 'The Adventures of Pinocchio'. Combining stop motion animation with 3D animation, the film, unlike this year's Disney's live-action remake of a 1940 animated classic, is a more faithful adaptation of the source material.&nbsp;

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Ewan McGregor, David Bradley, Gregory Mann, Finn Wolfhard, Cate Blanchett, John Turturro, Ron Perlman, Tim Blake Nelson, Burn Gorman, Christoph Waltz, and Tilda Swinton have lent their voices to different characters in the film.&nbsp;

Here are some of the reviews of Guillermo del Toro's 'Pinocchio'.

Metro.co.uk's Andrew Gaudion wrote, "Driven by its more mature approach and dazzling animation, del Toro’s Pinocchio is very close to making a claim as the definitive take on the story – but sadly loses itself a little on the way."

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Variety's Guy Lodge wrote, "Unfolding over a faintly indulgent but never dull two hours, this is a rare children’s entertainment that isn’t afraid to perplex kids as much as it enchants them..."

Slashfilm's Hannah Shaw-Williams said, "Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio brings weirdness, darkness, and joyfulness to Carlo Collodi's tale of the little wooden puppet."

Screen International's Wendy Ide wrote, "A prickly, bracingly macabre spin on the much-adapted tale."

'Pinocchio' &nbsp;arrives on Netflix on December 9, 2022.

The reviews of Guillermo del Toro's upcoming animated film 'Pinocchio' are here, and thus far it looks like the Oscar-winning filmmaker has another winner in his hands.

The reviews of Guillermo del Toro's upcoming animated film 'Pinocchio' are here, and thus far it looks like the Oscar-winning filmmaker has another winner in his hands. The reviews of this upcoming Netflix animated film are universally positive until now. On the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes, 'Pinocchio' holds a rating of perfect 100 per cent. Co-directed by Mark Gustafson and written by del Toro, Matthew Robbins, and Patrick McHale, 'Pinocchio' is based on Italian author Carlo Collodi's 1883 fantasy novel 'The Adventures of Pinocchio'. Combining stop motion animation with 3D animation, the film, unlike this year's Disney's live-action remake of a 1940 animated classic, is a more faithful adaptation of the source material. Ewan McGregor, David Bradley, Gregory Mann, Finn Wolfhard, Cate Blanchett, John Turturro, Ron Perlman, Tim Blake Nelson, Burn Gorman, Christoph Waltz, and Tilda Swinton have lent their voices to different characters in the film. Here are some of the reviews of Guillermo del Toro's 'Pinocchio'. Metro.co.uk's Andrew Gaudion wrote, "Driven by its more mature approach and dazzling animation, del Toro’s Pinocchio is very close to making a claim as the definitive take on the story – but sadly loses itself a little on the way." Also Read: 'Pinocchio' trailer: Guillermo del Toro puts a darker spin on the classic fairy tale. Watch Variety's Guy Lodge wrote, "Unfolding over a faintly indulgent but never dull two hours, this is a rare children’s entertainment that isn’t afraid to perplex kids as much as it enchants them..." Slashfilm's Hannah Shaw-Williams said, "Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio brings weirdness, darkness, and joyfulness to Carlo Collodi's tale of the little wooden puppet." Screen International's Wendy Ide wrote, "A prickly, bracingly macabre spin on the much-adapted tale." 'Pinocchio' arrives on Netflix on December 9, 2022.

Guillermo del Toro's 'Pinocchio' scores 100 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes!

The 2023 Oscars saw two comebacks that garnered a lot of attention: Ke Huy Quan's return to the big screen in Everything Everywhere All at Once and Brendan Fraser's return in The Whale. They won an Oscar for their performance in their respective films: Quan in Best Supporting actor and Fraser in Best Actor categories. The interesting thing is that both these actors, who are darlings of Hollywood, won the trophy for their comeback movies. While Quan almost disappeared from acting after appearances in popular movies in the 1980s as a kid, Fraser never really went away, but he was only intermittently active in the film industry and not really getting good roles.

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But with these Oscar-winning performances, Quan and Fraser have scripted the mother of all comebacks. Let's explore in brief the journey of these stars that led to this pinnacle.&nbsp;

<h2>Ke Huy Quan</h2>

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Ke Huy Quan rose to fame as a child actor in the 1980s in movies like The Goonies and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Before he appeared in Everything Everywhere All at Once, Quan was best known for playing the role of Harrison Ford's archaeologist and adventurer's sidekick Short Round.

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But he largely disappeared from Hollywood after that, at least from acting roles. In his own admission, the roles simply dried up and Hollywood didn't want him anymore But his role as Waymond Wang in Everything Everywhere All at Once clearly marked a triumphant return.&nbsp;

As the timid and kind husband of Michelle Yeoh's character, Quan brought warmth and humor to the film, endearing himself to audiences once again. Quan's natural charm and on-screen chemistry with co-star Yeoh were a highlight of the film, and he also shone as the more self-assured alt-universe versions of Waymond.&nbsp;It's safe to say that Quan's future projects are highly anticipated.

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<h2>Brendan Fraser</h2>

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Brendan Fraser's return to the spotlight with his performance in The Whale has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. After a string of personal setbacks and a period of absence from the public eye, Fraser's portrayal of Charlie, a man struggling with obesity and emotional trauma, has been widely acclaimed as a tour de force performance.

One of the standout aspects of Fraser's performance is his physical transformation for the role. He gained weight and wore a fat suit to accurately depict the character's obesity, and the makeup and hairstyling team also won an Oscar for their work on the film. However, it was Fraser's emotional and psychological portrayal of Charlie that truly impressed audiences and critics alike. He brought depth and humanity to a character who could have easily become a caricature, and his nuanced performance captured the complexities of Charlie's struggles.

Fraser's comeback has been dubbed the "Brenaissance" by fans and media, and rightly so. The actor's talent and dedication to his craft were on full display in The Whale, and his return to the big screen has been met with widespread enthusiasm.&nbsp;

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The 2023 Oscars saw two comebacks that garnered a lot of attention: Ke Huy Quan's return to the big screen in Everything Everywhere All at Once and Brendan Fraser's return in The Whale.

The 2023 Oscars saw two comebacks that garnered a lot of attention: Ke Huy Quan's return to the big screen in Everything Everywhere All at Once and Brendan Fraser's return in The Whale. They won an Oscar for their performance in their respective films: Quan in Best Supporting actor and Fraser in Best Actor categories. The interesting thing is that both these actors, who are darlings of Hollywood, won the trophy for their comeback movies. While Quan almost disappeared from acting after appearances in popular movies in the 1980s as a kid, Fraser never really went away, but he was only intermittently active in the film industry and not really getting good roles. Also Read: Oscars 2023 Full Winners List: Everything Everywhere All At Once leads with 7 wins But with these Oscar-winning performances, Quan and Fraser have scripted the mother of all comebacks. Let's explore in brief the journey of these stars that led to this pinnacle. Ke Huy Quan Ke Huy Quan rose to fame as a child actor in the 1980s in movies like The Goonies and Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Before he appeared in Everything Everywhere All at Once, Quan was best known for playing the role of Harrison Ford's archaeologist and adventurer's sidekick Short Round. Also Read | Everything Everywhere All At Once movie review: This Michelle Yeoh-starrer is a cinematic miracle But he largely disappeared from Hollywood after that, at least from acting roles. In his own admission, the roles simply dried up and Hollywood didn't want him anymore But his role as Waymond Wang in Everything Everywhere All at Once clearly marked a triumphant return. As the timid and kind husband of Michelle Yeoh's character, Quan brought warmth and humor to the film, endearing himself to audiences once again. Quan's natural charm and on-screen chemistry with co-star Yeoh were a highlight of the film, and he also shone as the more self-assured alt-universe versions of Waymond. It's safe to say that Quan's future projects are highly anticipated. Brendan Fraser Brendan Fraser's return to the spotlight with his performance in The Whale has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. After a string of personal setbacks and a period of absence from the public eye, Fraser's portrayal of Charlie, a man struggling with obesity and emotional trauma, has been widely acclaimed as a tour de force performance. One of the standout aspects of Fraser's performance is his physical transformation for the role. He gained weight and wore a fat suit to accurately depict the character's obesity, and the makeup and hairstyling team also won an Oscar for their work on the film. However, it was Fraser's emotional and psychological portrayal of Charlie that truly impressed audiences and critics alike. He brought depth and humanity to a character who could have easily become a caricature, and his nuanced performance captured the complexities of Charlie's struggles. Fraser's comeback has been dubbed the "Brenaissance" by fans and media, and rightly so. The actor's talent and dedication to his craft were on full display in The Whale, and his return to the big screen has been met with widespread enthusiasm. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Brendan Fraser won an Oscar at the recently concluded Oscars 2023 awards ceremony for his tour de force performance in The Whale. Fraser's work in the Darren Aronofsky directorial was so well-received that critics and fans termed this comeback of the actor 'Brenaissance'. His physical transformation for the role is remarkable (the film also won another Oscar, in the Best Makeup and Hairstyling category), as he gained weight and wore a fat suit to accurately depict the character's obesity. However, his performance was not just limited to his physicality. Fraser masterfully captured Charlie's emotional and psychological struggles, portraying a man who is haunted by his past and tormented by his present.

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He brings humanity and vulnerability to a character that could have easily been reduced to a caricature, and his portrayal will linger in the minds of audiences long after the movie ends.

<h2>Bredan Fraser: 'Things didn't come easy to me'</h2>

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“So this is what the multiverse looks like!" Fraser said. He added, "I started in this business 30 years ago, things didn't come easy to me but there was a facility that I didn't appreciate at the time, until it stopped. I just want to say thank you for this acknowledgement. It couldn't be done without my cast. It's been like I've been on a diving expedition and the air on the line to the surface is being watched over by some people in my life like my sons. &nbsp;I'm grateful to Darren Aronofsky for throwing me a creative lifeline and hauling me aboard the good ship The Whale."

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Brendan Fraser won an Oscar at the recently concluded Oscars 2023 awards ceremony for his tour de force performance in The Whale. Fraser's work in the Darren Aronofsky directorial was so well-received that critics and fans termed this comeback of the actor 'Brenaissance'.

Brendan Fraser won an Oscar at the recently concluded Oscars 2023 awards ceremony for his tour de force performance in The Whale. Fraser's work in the Darren Aronofsky directorial was so well-received that critics and fans termed this comeback of the actor 'Brenaissance'. His physical transformation for the role is remarkable (the film also won another Oscar, in the Best Makeup and Hairstyling category), as he gained weight and wore a fat suit to accurately depict the character's obesity. However, his performance was not just limited to his physicality. Fraser masterfully captured Charlie's emotional and psychological struggles, portraying a man who is haunted by his past and tormented by his present. Also Read: Oscars 2023 LIVE UPDATES He brings humanity and vulnerability to a character that could have easily been reduced to a caricature, and his portrayal will linger in the minds of audiences long after the movie ends. Bredan Fraser: 'Things didn't come easy to me' Also Read: The Whale movie review: Brendan Fraser delivers the performance of a lifetime “So this is what the multiverse looks like!" Fraser said. He added, "I started in this business 30 years ago, things didn't come easy to me but there was a facility that I didn't appreciate at the time, until it stopped. I just want to say thank you for this acknowledgement. It couldn't be done without my cast. It's been like I've been on a diving expedition and the air on the line to the surface is being watched over by some people in my life like my sons. I'm grateful to Darren Aronofsky for throwing me a creative lifeline and hauling me aboard the good ship The Whale." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023: 'Brenaissance' continues for Brendan Fraser as he wins Best Actor Oscar for The Whale

Everything Everywhere All at Once emerged as the big winner of Oscars 2023 with an incredible seven wins out of 11 nominations. Three of the actors in the film were awarded a trophy: Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Jamie Lee Curtis. The film also won the big one: Best Picture. A couple of years ago, it would have been unthinkable that an indie movie from a studio like A24 will become the mega-winner in the biggest awards show on the planet. But the Daniels made it a reality with Everything Everywhere All at Once. The film deserved, um, everything it got. It is the best science-fiction movie in ages.&nbsp;

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Everything Everywhere All at Once riffs on everything from The Matrix to Ratatouille to Hong Kong martial arts movies, and yet feels fresh and inventive. And insane, bizarre, brilliant, and endlessly clever. The English language will run out of adjectives before this film can be described in a fitting manner.

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Yeoh essayed the role of a Chinese immigrant Evelyn Wang, who is a harried owner of a launderette. Her life is the very definition of stress. Her marriage is crumbling, she feels disconnected from her American-born daughter, and she is being harassed by the IRS for not being able to explain her expenses. She’s in a soup, all right.

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Yeoh was in almost every frame of the movie, and a good thing too. For she is indescribably good -- portraying the pain, confusion, exhaustion, and other moods with a veteran's ease. Stephanie Hsu, who plays her daughter Joy, also impresses, sporting different, gonzo outfits in nearly every other scene, exhibiting her queerness. Ke Huy Quan is endearing as a timid but kind husband, who, lacking the hand-to-hand combat skills of his alt-universe counterpart, relies on his determination and genial, inoffensive personality to deal with things.&nbsp;

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Everything Everywhere All at Once emerged as the big winner of Oscars 2023 with an incredible seven wins out of 11 nominations. Three of the actors in the film were awarded a trophy: Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Jamie Lee Curtis.

Everything Everywhere All at Once emerged as the big winner of Oscars 2023 with an incredible seven wins out of 11 nominations. Three of the actors in the film were awarded a trophy: Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Jamie Lee Curtis. The film also won the big one: Best Picture. A couple of years ago, it would have been unthinkable that an indie movie from a studio like A24 will become the mega-winner in the biggest awards show on the planet. But the Daniels made it a reality with Everything Everywhere All at Once. The film deserved, um, everything it got. It is the best science-fiction movie in ages. Also Read: Oscars 2023: Michelle Yeoh wins Best Actress award, first Asian woman to do so Also Read: Oscars 2023 Full Winners List: Everything Everywhere All At Once leads with 7 wins Everything Everywhere All at Once riffs on everything from The Matrix to Ratatouille to Hong Kong martial arts movies, and yet feels fresh and inventive. And insane, bizarre, brilliant, and endlessly clever. The English language will run out of adjectives before this film can be described in a fitting manner. Yeoh essayed the role of a Chinese immigrant Evelyn Wang, who is a harried owner of a launderette. Her life is the very definition of stress. Her marriage is crumbling, she feels disconnected from her American-born daughter, and she is being harassed by the IRS for not being able to explain her expenses. She’s in a soup, all right. Also Read: Oscars 2023 Highlights Yeoh was in almost every frame of the movie, and a good thing too. For she is indescribably good -- portraying the pain, confusion, exhaustion, and other moods with a veteran's ease. Stephanie Hsu, who plays her daughter Joy, also impresses, sporting different, gonzo outfits in nearly every other scene, exhibiting her queerness. Ke Huy Quan is endearing as a timid but kind husband, who, lacking the hand-to-hand combat skills of his alt-universe counterpart, relies on his determination and genial, inoffensive personality to deal with things. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Oscars 2023: Everything Everywhere All at Once clinches Best Picture

The Oscars 2023 brought some unforgettable moments, and one of them was the win of Michelle Yeoh for Best Actress for her role in the movie the Daniels' Everything Everywhere All at Once. She has become the first Asian woman and the second woman of colour (after Halle Berry) to do so. Yeoh, who is known for her outstanding performances in movies like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Memoirs of a Geisha, delivered yet another brilliant performance in the film, flawlessly portraying the complexities of her character, delivering a performance that was both subtle and powerful. Everything Everywhere All at Once, written and directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, also stars Stephanie Hsu, Ke Huy Quan, Jenny Slate, Harry Shum Jr., James Hong, and Jamie Lee Curtis.

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Interestingly, Everything Everywhere All at Once won SIX other Oscars out of 11 nominations, including acting trophies for Quan and Curtis.

<h2>Michelle Yeoh: 'Dream big, and dreams do come true'</h2>

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Yeoh said in her acceptance speech, "For all the little boys and girls who look like me watching tonight, this is a beacon of hope and possibilities. This is proof that... dream big, and dreams do come true. And, ladies, don't let anybody tell you you are ever past your prime."

She added, "This is proof that dreams do come true. I have to dedicate this to all the moms in the world because they are the superheroes, and without them, none of us would be here tonight."

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The Oscars 2023 brought some unforgettable moments, and one of them was the win of Michelle Yeoh for Best Actress for her role in the movie the Daniels' Everything Everywhere All at Once.

The Oscars 2023 brought some unforgettable moments, and one of them was the win of Michelle Yeoh for Best Actress for her role in the movie the Daniels' Everything Everywhere All at Once. She has become the first Asian woman and the second woman of colour (after Halle Berry) to do so. Yeoh, who is known for her outstanding performances in movies like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon and Memoirs of a Geisha, delivered yet another brilliant performance in the film, flawlessly portraying the complexities of her character, delivering a performance that was both subtle and powerful. Everything Everywhere All at Once, written and directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, also stars Stephanie Hsu, Ke Huy Quan, Jenny Slate, Harry Shum Jr., James Hong, and Jamie Lee Curtis. Also Read: Oscars 2023: All that Breathes, Colin Farrell, and other snubs and surprises Interestingly, Everything Everywhere All at Once won SIX other Oscars out of 11 nominations, including acting trophies for Quan and Curtis. Michelle Yeoh: 'Dream big, and dreams do come true' Yeoh said in her acceptance speech, "For all the little boys and girls who look like me watching tonight, this is a beacon of hope and possibilities. This is proof that... dream big, and dreams do come true. And, ladies, don't let anybody tell you you are ever past your prime." She added, "This is proof that dreams do come true. I have to dedicate this to all the moms in the world because they are the superheroes, and without them, none of us would be here tonight." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Hollywood actress Sharon Stone recently spoke on a podcast, Table for Two, about losing custody of her son after her divorce from Phil Bronstein. She claimed that judicial bias was the reason behind the custody loss. Stone and Bronstein adopted their son, Roan, who was four years old when they separated. According to Stone, during the custody hearing, the presiding judge asked the Basic Instinct star's son if he knew his mother made "sex movies." The actress expressed her dismay over the system's abuse and how she was judged as a parent based on her acting career. “People are walking around with no clothes on at all on regular TV now and you saw maybe like a 16th of a second of possible nudity of me – and I lost custody of my child. Are you kidding?" she said.

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This is unfortunate. Stone has always been an accomplished actress with several notable performances throughout her career. Here is some of her best work:

<h2>Basic Instinct (1992)</h2>

In this film, Stone played the role of Catherine Tramell, a crime novelist and prime suspect in a murder investigation. Stone's performance was praised for its sexuality and boldness, and the film itself became a cultural phenomenon.

<h2>Casino (1995)&nbsp;</h2>

Stone played Ginger McKenna, a casino hustler and the love interest of Robert De Niro's character. Stone's portrayal of Ginger earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama.

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<h2>The Muse (1999)</h2>

In this film, Stone played Sarah Little, a fading Hollywood screenwriter who seeks inspiration from a mysterious muse. Stone's comedic timing and versatility were highlighted in this role.

<h2>The Quick and the Dead (1995)</h2>

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In this Western film, Stone played the role of Ellen, a gunslinger who enters a quick-draw contest to exact revenge on the man who killed her father. Stone's performance in this film showcased her strength and toughness as an actress.

<h2>Lovelace (2013)</h2>

In this biographical drama, Stone played the role of Dorothy Boreman, the mother of Linda Lovelace, a famous porn star. Stone's performance in this film was praised for its emotional depth and complexity.

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Hollywood actress Sharon Stone recently spoke on a podcast, Table for Two, about losing custody of her son after her divorce from Phil Bronstein. She claimed that judicial bias was the reason behind the custody loss. Stone and Bronstein adopted their son, Roan, who was four years old when they separated. According to Stone, during the custody hearing, the presiding judge asked the Basic Instinct star's son if he knew his mother made "sex movies." The actress expressed her dismay over the system's abuse and how she was judged as a parent based on her acting career. “People are walking around with no clothes on at all on regular TV now and you saw maybe like a 16th of a second of possible nudity of me – and I lost custody of my child. Are you kidding?" she said. Also Read: Sharon Stone reveals she lost custody of her son due to Basic Instinct role This is unfortunate. Stone has always been an accomplished actress with several notable performances throughout her career. Here is some of her best work: Basic Instinct (1992) In this film, Stone played the role of Catherine Tramell, a crime novelist and prime suspect in a murder investigation. Stone's performance was praised for its sexuality and boldness, and the film itself became a cultural phenomenon. Casino (1995) Stone played Ginger McKenna, a casino hustler and the love interest of Robert De Niro's character. Stone's portrayal of Ginger earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama. The Muse (1999) In this film, Stone played Sarah Little, a fading Hollywood screenwriter who seeks inspiration from a mysterious muse. Stone's comedic timing and versatility were highlighted in this role. The Quick and the Dead (1995) In this Western film, Stone played the role of Ellen, a gunslinger who enters a quick-draw contest to exact revenge on the man who killed her father. Stone's performance in this film showcased her strength and toughness as an actress. Lovelace (2013) In this biographical drama, Stone played the role of Dorothy Boreman, the mother of Linda Lovelace, a famous porn star. Stone's performance in this film was praised for its emotional depth and complexity. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The reviews of season 3 of Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso are here. The Jason Sudeikis-starrer has thus far pleased most critics. The season holds a score of 93 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. The critical consensus reads, "Ted Lasso's third and possibly final season takes time to find its footing, but patient viewers who believe will find that they appreciate Coach as much as ever." Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, Jeremy Swift, Phil Dunster, Brendan Hunt, Nick Mohammed, Juno Temple, and Sarah Niles also star. The show is created by Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Hunt, and Joe Kelly.

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<h2>Here are Ted Lasso season 3 reviews:</h2>

Globe and Mail's Amber Dowling wrote, "It’s a pun-filled season with fun cringe, big laughs and even bigger stakes, adding up to the promise of Ted Lasso’s strongest season yet. Now that’s how to quit at your peak."

Empire Magazine's John Nugent wrote, "Loyal fans can be assured that in some senses, not much has changed at the start of this 12-episode run."

London Evening Standard's Nick Clark wrote, "At a time of a cost-of-living crisis, escalating culture wars and politics being dragged through the gutter, thank goodness for the return of the warm, wholesome embrace of Ted Lasso."

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Screen Rant's Tatiana Hullender wrote, "Ted Lasso season 3 retains its hope and wacky one-liners, sometimes going even wackier than necessary, but it's also learned to play with nuance."

The official synopsis reads, "In the third season of Ted Lasso, the newly-promoted AFC Richmond faces ridicule as media predictions widely peg them to finish last in the Premier League and Nate (Nick Mohammed), now hailed as the “wonder kid,” has gone to work for Rupert (Anthony Head) at West Ham United. In the wake of Nate’s contentious departure from Richmond, Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein) steps up as assistant coach, alongside Beard (Brendan Hunt). Meanwhile, while Ted (Jason Sudeikis) deals with pressures at work, he continues to wrestle with his own personal issues back home, Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham) is focused on defeating Rupert and Keeley (Juno Temple) navigates being the boss of her own PR agency. Things seem to be falling apart both on and off the pitch, but Team Lasso is set to give it their best shot anyway."

Ted Lasso season 3 premieres on Apple TV+ on March 15.

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The reviews of season 3 of Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso are here. The Jason Sudeikis-starrer has thus far pleased most critics. The season holds a score of 93 per cent on the review aggregation site Rotten Tomatoes. The critical consensus reads, "Ted Lasso's third and possibly final season takes time to find its footing, but patient viewers who believe will find that they appreciate Coach as much as ever." Hannah Waddingham, Brett Goldstein, Jeremy Swift, Phil Dunster, Brendan Hunt, Nick Mohammed, Juno Temple, and Sarah Niles also star. The show is created by Sudeikis, Bill Lawrence, Hunt, and Joe Kelly. Here are Ted Lasso season 3 reviews: Globe and Mail's Amber Dowling wrote, "It’s a pun-filled season with fun cringe, big laughs and even bigger stakes, adding up to the promise of Ted Lasso’s strongest season yet. Now that’s how to quit at your peak." Empire Magazine's John Nugent wrote, "Loyal fans can be assured that in some senses, not much has changed at the start of this 12-episode run." London Evening Standard's Nick Clark wrote, "At a time of a cost-of-living crisis, escalating culture wars and politics being dragged through the gutter, thank goodness for the return of the warm, wholesome embrace of Ted Lasso." Screen Rant's Tatiana Hullender wrote, "Ted Lasso season 3 retains its hope and wacky one-liners, sometimes going even wackier than necessary, but it's also learned to play with nuance." The official synopsis reads, "In the third season of Ted Lasso, the newly-promoted AFC Richmond faces ridicule as media predictions widely peg them to finish last in the Premier League and Nate (Nick Mohammed), now hailed as the “wonder kid,” has gone to work for Rupert (Anthony Head) at West Ham United. In the wake of Nate’s contentious departure from Richmond, Roy Kent (Brett Goldstein) steps up as assistant coach, alongside Beard (Brendan Hunt). Meanwhile, while Ted (Jason Sudeikis) deals with pressures at work, he continues to wrestle with his own personal issues back home, Rebecca (Hannah Waddingham) is focused on defeating Rupert and Keeley (Juno Temple) navigates being the boss of her own PR agency. Things seem to be falling apart both on and off the pitch, but Team Lasso is set to give it their best shot anyway." Ted Lasso season 3 premieres on Apple TV+ on March 15. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A third person has died after being injured in a stampede after a weekend concert by the rapper GloRilla in western New York, police said Thursday.

Aisha Stephens, 35, of Syracuse was the only person who remained hospitalized following a Sunday evening performance by the Memphis, Tennessee, rap star and Finesse2tymes at the Rochester Main Street Armory. She died Wednesday night.

Two other women, Rhondesia Belton, 33, of Buffalo and Brandy Miller, 35, of Rochester, also died and several people were injured after being caught up in a crush of concertgoers who surged toward the exits after the show.

Police said the stampede may have been triggered by unfounded fears of gunfire.

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The city refused to renew the venue’s entertainment license on Wednesday, effectively shutting it down while criminal and regulatory investigations are underway, said Patrick Beath, the city’s deputy corporation counsel. In addition to a police investigation, he said fire and code enforcement authorities are inspecting the building and reviewing photos and video from the concert to determine if there were any violations.

The armory’s owner has not responded to numerous emailed requests for comment.

The main arena in the fortress-like armory has a capacity of about 5,000 people, city officials said.

As the concert ended Sunday, people exiting the venue just after 11 p.m. began to surge dangerously after hearing what they believed to be gunshots, city officials have said. Police found no evidence of gunfire.

Crowd surges at large events have turned deadly before, including one at a 2021 concert by rapper Travis Scott in which 10 people died.

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A third person has died after being injured in a stampede after a weekend concert by the rapper GloRilla in western New York, police said Thursday. Aisha Stephens, 35, of Syracuse was the only person who remained hospitalized following a Sunday evening performance by the Memphis, Tennessee, rap star and Finesse2tymes at the Rochester Main Street Armory.

A third person has died after being injured in a stampede after a weekend concert by the rapper GloRilla in western New York, police said Thursday. Aisha Stephens, 35, of Syracuse was the only person who remained hospitalized following a Sunday evening performance by the Memphis, Tennessee, rap star and Finesse2tymes at the Rochester Main Street Armory. She died Wednesday night. Two other women, Rhondesia Belton, 33, of Buffalo and Brandy Miller, 35, of Rochester, also died and several people were injured after being caught up in a crush of concertgoers who surged toward the exits after the show. Police said the stampede may have been triggered by unfounded fears of gunfire. The city refused to renew the venue’s entertainment license on Wednesday, effectively shutting it down while criminal and regulatory investigations are underway, said Patrick Beath, the city’s deputy corporation counsel. In addition to a police investigation, he said fire and code enforcement authorities are inspecting the building and reviewing photos and video from the concert to determine if there were any violations. The armory’s owner has not responded to numerous emailed requests for comment. The main arena in the fortress-like armory has a capacity of about 5,000 people, city officials said. As the concert ended Sunday, people exiting the venue just after 11 p.m. began to surge dangerously after hearing what they believed to be gunshots, city officials have said. Police found no evidence of gunfire. Crowd surges at large events have turned deadly before, including one at a 2021 concert by rapper Travis Scott in which 10 people died. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A24, the independent studio behind such films as Everything Everywhere All at Once and The Whale, is poised to dominate this year’s Academy Awards, eclipsing Hollywood’s established studios and awards-hungry streamers that are spending millions on Oscar campaigns.

Not since the heyday of Miramax in the 1990s has an independent studio garnered such attention, talent, and box office success, entertainment industry insiders say.

At a time when major Hollywood studios have taken refuge in the familiar, releasing sequels and rehashing old ideas, A24 is cementing a reputation for taking risks on original projects that other studios pass on -- including the frenetic, chaotic Everything Everywhere All at Once, which is its highest-grossing movie at $107.4 million globally.

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“In this moment, they are not only the leading indie company, but they also have created a brand that probably resonates more with its customers than any other independent ever – more than Miramax,” said Picturehouse CEO Bob Berney, a well-regarded executive in the world of independent film. “Their biggest achievement is that they’ve created a super-cool brand that has a following.”

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This year, A24 will build on that momentum and lift its film, television, and documentary production by 30 per cent, according to a source familiar with the matter, riding the wave of industry acclaim and its 2022 box office success.

Forthcoming releases this year include the love story Past Lives, which screened to a rapturous critical reception at the Berlin film festival; the dark comedy series Beef for Netflix, in which Ali Wong and Steven Yeun portray two strangers whose lives collide in a road-rage episode; and the Steph Curry documentary Underrated for Apple TV+.

“It’s very much a dream studio, because they make movies that feel so auteur-focused,” said playwright and Past Lives director Celine Song, who said that the studio enables first-time directors like herself to “speak in their own voice.”

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The New York-based company founded by three film executives -- Daniel Katz, David Fenkel and John Hodges, who has since departed -- got its start in 2012 distributing such films as Spring Breakers. Some of its box office success has come from the horror genre, with such critically acclaimed films as Hereditary and Midsommar. It earned a reputation as a Hollywood tastemaker with such director-driven projects as Lady Bird, Moonlight and Uncut Gems.

This year, A24 garnered 18 Academy Award nominations across six films, ranking second only to the giant Walt Disney Co. It collected its first nods for best animated feature, Marcel the Shell With Shoes On; best foreign film, Close; and outstanding makeup and hairstyling, The Whale. Eight performers received first-time acting nominations, including the leading contenders for best actress, Michelle Yeoh, and supporting actor, Ke Huy Quan, both of whom appear in Everything Everywhere All at Once.

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A spokesman for A24 declined to comment.

The first film A24 produced and financed, together with Brad Pitt’s Plan B Entertainment, was Moonlight, which won the Oscar for best picture in 2017. The studio has garnered 53 Oscar nominations in less than a decade, including best picture nods for Lady Bird, Minari and Room.

A24's film slate has grown at the pace of its cash flow - starting with three movies in 2016 to 15 in 2022. Midway through the global lockdown, it resumed movie making using its in-house production capabilities. This year, it’s on track to produce about 15 films for theatrical release, eight documentaries and 10 television shows.

The studio’s frugal use of capital -- A24’s film budgets range from $5 million to $50 million -- give it the flexibility to take more creative swings, according to the source close to the studio.

“They are willing to take risks and take chances on filmmakers and on stories that other people might not be,” said Claudette Godfrey, vice president of film and television for the SXSW festival, “I think that is what makes it interesting and I think that's why we ended up kind of aligning with them.”

The studio, which now employs 200 people working in New York, Los Angeles and London, eschews traditional movie marketing campaigns in favor of digital promotions, like the rubber “hot dog fingers” and googly eyes from Everything Everywhere All at Once that took TikTok by storm.

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A24's financial success at the box office has allowed it to expand its creative portfolio.

About nine years ago, it began producing television shows in addition to films, winning critical praise for Hulu's Ramy, a comedy series centered around a first-generation American Muslim, and HBO’s Emmy-winning drama series Euphoria.

The studio is developing shows for several streaming services and television networks, including a pair of HBO series: The Sympathizer, a $100 million television adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel starring Robert Downey Jr., and The Idol from the creators of Euphoria and The Weeknd.

It's also developing Sunny, a thriller for Apple TV+ starring Rashida Jones and Hidetoshi Nishijima.

The global reach of the streaming platforms, together with an infusion of $225 million from investors including Stripes and Neuberger Berman, on behalf of client funds, serve to fan A24's ambitions, as it ramps up production and expands into new genres.

“A24 has over time developed a well-earned reputation as a powerful force in the world of independent cinema,” said Comscore senior media analyst Paul Dergarabedian, “whose name has come to represent quality awards-caliber filmed entertainment and now ranks among the most influential and respected purveyors of quality cinema with both filmmakers and audiences.”

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A24, the independent studio behind such films as Everything Everywhere All at Once and The Whale, is poised to dominate this year’s Academy Awards, eclipsing Hollywood’s established studios and awards-hungry streamers that are spending millions on Oscar campaigns.

A24, the independent studio behind such films as Everything Everywhere All at Once and The Whale, is poised to dominate this year’s Academy Awards, eclipsing Hollywood’s established studios and awards-hungry streamers that are spending millions on Oscar campaigns. Not since the heyday of Miramax in the 1990s has an independent studio garnered such attention, talent, and box office success, entertainment industry insiders say. At a time when major Hollywood studios have taken refuge in the familiar, releasing sequels and rehashing old ideas, A24 is cementing a reputation for taking risks on original projects that other studios pass on -- including the frenetic, chaotic Everything Everywhere All at Once, which is its highest-grossing movie at $107.4 million globally. Also Read: Everything Everywhere All At Once movie review: This Michelle Yeoh-starrer is a cinematic miracle “In this moment, they are not only the leading indie company, but they also have created a brand that probably resonates more with its customers than any other independent ever – more than Miramax,” said Picturehouse CEO Bob Berney, a well-regarded executive in the world of independent film. “Their biggest achievement is that they’ve created a super-cool brand that has a following.” This year, A24 will build on that momentum and lift its film, television, and documentary production by 30 per cent, according to a source familiar with the matter, riding the wave of industry acclaim and its 2022 box office success. Forthcoming releases this year include the love story Past Lives, which screened to a rapturous critical reception at the Berlin film festival; the dark comedy series Beef for Netflix, in which Ali Wong and Steven Yeun portray two strangers whose lives collide in a road-rage episode; and the Steph Curry documentary Underrated for Apple TV+. “It’s very much a dream studio, because they make movies that feel so auteur-focused,” said playwright and Past Lives director Celine Song, who said that the studio enables first-time directors like herself to “speak in their own voice.” Also Read: The Whale movie review: Brendan Fraser delivers the performance of a lifetime The New York-based company founded by three film executives -- Daniel Katz, David Fenkel and John Hodges, who has since departed -- got its start in 2012 distributing such films as Spring Breakers. Some of its box office success has come from the horror genre, with such critically acclaimed films as Hereditary and Midsommar. It earned a reputation as a Hollywood tastemaker with such director-driven projects as Lady Bird, Moonlight and Uncut Gems. This year, A24 garnered 18 Academy Award nominations across six films, ranking second only to the giant Walt Disney Co. It collected its first nods for best animated feature, Marcel the Shell With Shoes On; best foreign film, Close; and outstanding makeup and hairstyling, The Whale. Eight performers received first-time acting nominations, including the leading contenders for best actress, Michelle Yeoh, and supporting actor, Ke Huy Quan, both of whom appear in Everything Everywhere All at Once. A spokesman for A24 declined to comment. The first film A24 produced and financed, together with Brad Pitt’s Plan B Entertainment, was Moonlight, which won the Oscar for best picture in 2017. The studio has garnered 53 Oscar nominations in less than a decade, including best picture nods for Lady Bird, Minari and Room. A24's film slate has grown at the pace of its cash flow - starting with three movies in 2016 to 15 in 2022. Midway through the global lockdown, it resumed movie making using its in-house production capabilities. This year, it’s on track to produce about 15 films for theatrical release, eight documentaries and 10 television shows. The studio’s frugal use of capital -- A24’s film budgets range from $5 million to $50 million -- give it the flexibility to take more creative swings, according to the source close to the studio. “They are willing to take risks and take chances on filmmakers and on stories that other people might not be,” said Claudette Godfrey, vice president of film and television for the SXSW festival, “I think that is what makes it interesting and I think that's why we ended up kind of aligning with them.” The studio, which now employs 200 people working in New York, Los Angeles and London, eschews traditional movie marketing campaigns in favor of digital promotions, like the rubber “hot dog fingers” and googly eyes from Everything Everywhere All at Once that took TikTok by storm. A24's financial success at the box office has allowed it to expand its creative portfolio. About nine years ago, it began producing television shows in addition to films, winning critical praise for Hulu's Ramy, a comedy series centered around a first-generation American Muslim, and HBO’s Emmy-winning drama series Euphoria. The studio is developing shows for several streaming services and television networks, including a pair of HBO series: The Sympathizer, a $100 million television adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel starring Robert Downey Jr., and The Idol from the creators of Euphoria and The Weeknd. It's also developing Sunny, a thriller for Apple TV+ starring Rashida Jones and Hidetoshi Nishijima. The global reach of the streaming platforms, together with an infusion of $225 million from investors including Stripes and Neuberger Berman, on behalf of client funds, serve to fan A24's ambitions, as it ramps up production and expands into new genres. “A24 has over time developed a well-earned reputation as a powerful force in the world of independent cinema,” said Comscore senior media analyst Paul Dergarabedian, “whose name has come to represent quality awards-caliber filmed entertainment and now ranks among the most influential and respected purveyors of quality cinema with both filmmakers and audiences.” WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Despite his best attempts, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has not been able to score an appearance at the Oscars. He has, however, appeared (virtually) in various awards shows and film festivals. He has also been lobbying for military support for Ukraine, visiting the US in December 2022 to meet with President Biden and urge Congress to send more military aid. And after facing a rejection last year, he has again been snubbed by the Academy, reported Variety. Zelensky, who has won praise for his leadership during the Russian invasion of his country, has tried to promote the cause of his country and its people.&nbsp;

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<h2>What is the Russo-Ukrainian&nbsp;war?</h2>

In February last year, Russian forces invaded Ukraine in an ongoing conflict that dates back to 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea, a region in Ukraine. Since then thousands of soldiers and civilians have died, and many Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes. Last year, Zelensky's team had lobbied to gain him a slot in the Oscars last year, but failed.

Actor and Zelensky's friend Sean Penn had called for a boycott of the Oscars in 2022 if Zelensky was not allowed to speak. Zelensky was not in the end a part of the ceremony, so as a gesture of friendship Penn handed two of his own Oscars to him as a solidarity gesture, asking him to bring them back to Malibu (Penn's home) when Ukraine emerges victorious.

<h2>Why did the Academy refuse an appearance by Zelensky?</h2>

The Academy traditionally prefers to avoid anything political and focus on the contributions of the filmmaking community. Zelensky has also been denied airtime at the Toronto Film Festival, although the festival said it stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people and is proud to showcase the work of Ukrainian filmmakers.

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Despite his best attempts, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has not been able to score an appearance at the Oscars. He has, however, appeared (virtually) in various awards shows and film festivals.

Despite his best attempts, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has not been able to score an appearance at the Oscars. He has, however, appeared (virtually) in various awards shows and film festivals. He has also been lobbying for military support for Ukraine, visiting the US in December 2022 to meet with President Biden and urge Congress to send more military aid. And after facing a rejection last year, he has again been snubbed by the Academy, reported Variety. Zelensky, who has won praise for his leadership during the Russian invasion of his country, has tried to promote the cause of his country and its people. What is the Russo-Ukrainian war? In February last year, Russian forces invaded Ukraine in an ongoing conflict that dates back to 2014 when Russia annexed Crimea, a region in Ukraine. Since then thousands of soldiers and civilians have died, and many Ukrainians have been displaced from their homes. Last year, Zelensky's team had lobbied to gain him a slot in the Oscars last year, but failed. Actor and Zelensky's friend Sean Penn had called for a boycott of the Oscars in 2022 if Zelensky was not allowed to speak. Zelensky was not in the end a part of the ceremony, so as a gesture of friendship Penn handed two of his own Oscars to him as a solidarity gesture, asking him to bring them back to Malibu (Penn's home) when Ukraine emerges victorious. Why did the Academy refuse an appearance by Zelensky? The Academy traditionally prefers to avoid anything political and focus on the contributions of the filmmaking community. Zelensky has also been denied airtime at the Toronto Film Festival, although the festival said it stands in solidarity with the Ukrainian people and is proud to showcase the work of Ukrainian filmmakers. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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A trailer for the upcoming bawdy comedy movie No Hard Feelings is here. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, the film is directed by Good Boys helmer Gene Stupnitsky who has also written the film with John Phillips. Maddie (Lawrence) works as an Uber driver who loses her car to the government. She is about to lose her childhood home when she comes across an intriguing job opportunity. A wealthy couple is seeking someone to "date" their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he goes off to college. The date part involves, of course, having sex with him. Since the boy is awkward and socially inept, they are hoping a sexual experience with an actual woman can change that.

<h2>Watch&nbsp;Jennifer Lawrence's&nbsp;No Hard Feelings Trailer:</h2>

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However, Maddie is surprised to learn that Percy is not an easy target. You can watch the trailer above. The film certainly looks interesting. It is not super-fresh or innovative as far as such comedy movies go, but it promises a good time. Lawrence has earlier shown she has oodles of comedic talent and she looks perfect in the role. And this is easily her first film that is an out-and-out comedy.

The official synopsis of No Hard Feelings reads, "On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie (Lawrence) discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing."

No Hard Feelings releases on June 23.

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A trailer for the upcoming bawdy comedy movie No Hard Feelings is here. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, the film is directed by Good Boys helmer Gene Stupnitsky who has also written the film with John Phillips.

A trailer for the upcoming bawdy comedy movie No Hard Feelings is here. Starring Jennifer Lawrence, the film is directed by Good Boys helmer Gene Stupnitsky who has also written the film with John Phillips. Maddie (Lawrence) works as an Uber driver who loses her car to the government. She is about to lose her childhood home when she comes across an intriguing job opportunity. A wealthy couple is seeking someone to "date" their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he goes off to college. The date part involves, of course, having sex with him. Since the boy is awkward and socially inept, they are hoping a sexual experience with an actual woman can change that. Watch Jennifer Lawrence's No Hard Feelings Trailer: However, Maddie is surprised to learn that Percy is not an easy target. You can watch the trailer above. The film certainly looks interesting. It is not super-fresh or innovative as far as such comedy movies go, but it promises a good time. Lawrence has earlier shown she has oodles of comedic talent and she looks perfect in the role. And this is easily her first film that is an out-and-out comedy. The official synopsis of No Hard Feelings reads, "On the brink of losing her childhood home, Maddie (Lawrence) discovers an intriguing job listing: wealthy helicopter parents looking for someone to “date” their introverted 19-year-old son, Percy, before he leaves for college. To her surprise, Maddie soon discovers the awkward Percy is no sure thing." No Hard Feelings releases on June 23. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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