American singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson is using her divorce as a source of inspiration, channelling her energy into making some fresh soulful music. As per People Magazine, in a recent press junket for `The Voice`, the singer opened up about recording new music as a form of expression amid her split from estranged husband Brandon Blackstock. 
 
Clarkson and Blackstock have parted ways after nearly seven years of marriage. The former couple has been battling over financial agreements and custody over their two children River Rose and Remington Alexander, after Clarkson filed for divorce in a Los Angeles court on June 6, citing irreconcilable differences. 
 
"I have written like 60 songs. It is an insane amount of getting it out," she told Entertainment Tonight. Clarkson added, "I think that`s a blessing in itself. Anytime you go through some life, it`s such an awesome thing to have that outlet, regardless of whether people hear it or not."

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"I have this record that we`re working on," she said before revealing that she is still unsure about how much of her personal life she will share with the public. Clarkson commented on her project, saying, "It`s really great and really honest. There`s just a lot of questions that I have to answer before releasing them for myself, you know? Whether that be businesswise or personally."The singer added, "Whatever happens though, it is such a gift. I don`t know how anybody, I`ll just be real with you, goes through grief like divorce, any kind of grief, any kind of loss, without having an outlet like this." 
 
The songstress also detailed that she often ponders about the extent of her private life she is "willing to put out there."Clarkson explained, "I hate that I had to go through the `Because of You` or `Piece by Piece` phase. Certain songs that I`ve written certainly have shaped me, but have been really hard."She added, "They`re just difficult decisions to put those out because they`re so personal. But the other side of it is like, `Man, how many people have come up to me?` [Saying things] like, `You have no idea. I never wanted to talk about it. I never have told anyone this.` Music has that way of healing, even for me. I listen to other artists and music as a way of healing you."

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In December, the mother-of-two revealed that she found colouring with her children to be `really therapeutic` after what has been a `hard year`.Us Weekly confirmed in November 2020 that Clarkson and Blackstock will share joint physical and legal custody of their children, but Clarkson will have primary custody of their kids in Los Angeles.&nbsp;

American singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson is using her divorce as a source of inspiration, channelling her energy into making some fresh soulful music. As per People Magazine, in a recent press junket for `The Voice`, the singer opened up about recording new music as a form of expression amid her split from estranged husband Brandon Blackstock.

American singer-songwriter Kelly Clarkson is using her divorce as a source of inspiration, channelling her energy into making some fresh soulful music. As per People Magazine, in a recent press junket for `The Voice`, the singer opened up about recording new music as a form of expression amid her split from estranged husband Brandon Blackstock. Clarkson and Blackstock have parted ways after nearly seven years of marriage. The former couple has been battling over financial agreements and custody over their two children River Rose and Remington Alexander, after Clarkson filed for divorce in a Los Angeles court on June 6, citing irreconcilable differences. "I have written like 60 songs. It is an insane amount of getting it out," she told Entertainment Tonight. Clarkson added, "I think that`s a blessing in itself. Anytime you go through some life, it`s such an awesome thing to have that outlet, regardless of whether people hear it or not." US first lady Jill Biden has this advice for Kelly Clarkson about divorcing Brandon Blackstock "I have this record that we`re working on," she said before revealing that she is still unsure about how much of her personal life she will share with the public. Clarkson commented on her project, saying, "It`s really great and really honest. There`s just a lot of questions that I have to answer before releasing them for myself, you know? Whether that be businesswise or personally."The singer added, "Whatever happens though, it is such a gift. I don`t know how anybody, I`ll just be real with you, goes through grief like divorce, any kind of grief, any kind of loss, without having an outlet like this." The songstress also detailed that she often ponders about the extent of her private life she is "willing to put out there."Clarkson explained, "I hate that I had to go through the `Because of You` or `Piece by Piece` phase. Certain songs that I`ve written certainly have shaped me, but have been really hard."She added, "They`re just difficult decisions to put those out because they`re so personal. But the other side of it is like, `Man, how many people have come up to me?` [Saying things] like, `You have no idea. I never wanted to talk about it. I never have told anyone this.` Music has that way of healing, even for me. I listen to other artists and music as a way of healing you." Kelly Clarkson admits celebs were ‘really mean’ to her during her ‘American Idol’ days In December, the mother-of-two revealed that she found colouring with her children to be `really therapeutic` after what has been a `hard year`.Us Weekly confirmed in November 2020 that Clarkson and Blackstock will share joint physical and legal custody of their children, but Clarkson will have primary custody of their kids in Los Angeles.

Kelly Clarkson reveals she has written 60 songs amid divorce from Brandon Blackstock

Britain`s Royal Albert Hall launched its 150th-anniversary celebrations on Tuesday, releasing a short video narrated by rocker Mick Jagger and paying tribute to living performances. 
 
'Your Room Will Be Ready'&nbsp;mixes archive footage of Royal Albert Hall entertainment shows and political as well as sports events with shots of the empty London venue, which has been closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Jagger, who performed with The Rolling Stones four times at the Royal Albert Hall in the 1960s, reads W.H. Auden's poem 'For Friends Only'&nbsp;in the 90-second video. "I have some wonderful memories of performing there with the Stones in the 1960s when once or twice it did get a bit wild, with enthusiastic fans joining us on stage and almost bringing the show to an abrupt end – but we soldiered on and had a great time," Jagger said in a statement. 
 
The film features clips of the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Diana Ross, Luciano Pavarotti, Adele and Stormzy as well as historical footage of Britain`s wartime Prime Minister Winston Churchill and German-born physicist Albert Einstein speaking at the venue. 
 
"(The film is) not only a celebration of performances from Hall`s glorious past but also the sense of anticipation of some of the things to look forward to when we can be together again," Tom Harper, who directed the film, said.

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The Royal Albert Hall, a registered charity, said it had closed for the time last year since World War II, cancelling more than 330 shows and losing 34 million pounds ($48 million) in income. 
 
It will mark its birthday on March 29 with celebrations planned over the next year including commissions from British artists and music performances. 
The hall, named after Queen Victoria`s husband Prince Albert, opened in 1871, 10 years after his death aged 42.

Britain`s Royal Albert Hall launched its 150th-anniversary celebrations on Tuesday, releasing a short video narrated by rocker Mick Jagger and paying tribute to living performances.

Britain`s Royal Albert Hall launched its 150th-anniversary celebrations on Tuesday, releasing a short video narrated by rocker Mick Jagger and paying tribute to living performances. 'Your Room Will Be Ready' mixes archive footage of Royal Albert Hall entertainment shows and political as well as sports events with shots of the empty London venue, which has been closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ray Donovan revived with feature film starring lead Liev Schreiber Jagger, who performed with The Rolling Stones four times at the Royal Albert Hall in the 1960s, reads W.H. Auden's poem 'For Friends Only' in the 90-second video. "I have some wonderful memories of performing there with the Stones in the 1960s when once or twice it did get a bit wild, with enthusiastic fans joining us on stage and almost bringing the show to an abrupt end – but we soldiered on and had a great time," Jagger said in a statement. The film features clips of the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Diana Ross, Luciano Pavarotti, Adele and Stormzy as well as historical footage of Britain`s wartime Prime Minister Winston Churchill and German-born physicist Albert Einstein speaking at the venue. "(The film is) not only a celebration of performances from Hall`s glorious past but also the sense of anticipation of some of the things to look forward to when we can be together again," Tom Harper, who directed the film, said. Check out the most expensive gifts that Hollywood stars have given each other The Royal Albert Hall, a registered charity, said it had closed for the time last year since World War II, cancelling more than 330 shows and losing 34 million pounds ($48 million) in income. It will mark its birthday on March 29 with celebrations planned over the next year including commissions from British artists and music performances. The hall, named after Queen Victoria`s husband Prince Albert, opened in 1871, 10 years after his death aged 42.

Mick Jagger narrates tribute film for Royal Albert Hall's 150th year

Bruce Springsteen was fined $500 on Wednesday after the rock `n` roll legend pleaded guilty to a charge of consuming alcohol at a federally run New Jersey beach in November, and prosecutors dropped drunk driving and reckless driving charges. 
 
Springsteen, 71, who has made his home state of New Jersey and its shore scene a staple of his career of more than 50 years, entered his plea in an online arraignment before U.S. District Court Magistrate Judge Anthony R. Mautone in Newark.

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Appearing on an online hearing, Springsteen admitted to downing two shots of tequila on Nov. 14 at Sandy Hook beach, part of the National Park Service`s Gateway National Recreation Area, where alcohol consumption is prohibited. 
 
Mautone also imposed $40 in court fees on the rock star, who said he would pay the $540 total immediately.

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Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam Baker said the government was dropping the driving-while-intoxicated and reckless driving charges because it did not believe it could meet its burden of proving them in court. 
 
Springsteen initially had pleaded not guilty to all three charges.

Bruce Springsteen was fined $500 on Wednesday after the rock `n` roll legend pleaded guilty to a charge of consuming alcohol at a federally run New Jersey beach in November, and prosecutors dropped drunk driving and reckless driving charges.

Bruce Springsteen was fined $500 on Wednesday after the rock `n` roll legend pleaded guilty to a charge of consuming alcohol at a federally run New Jersey beach in November, and prosecutors dropped drunk driving and reckless driving charges. Springsteen, 71, who has made his home state of New Jersey and its shore scene a staple of his career of more than 50 years, entered his plea in an online arraignment before U.S. District Court Magistrate Judge Anthony R. Mautone in Newark. Bruce Springsteen arrested on intoxicated driving charge Appearing on an online hearing, Springsteen admitted to downing two shots of tequila on Nov. 14 at Sandy Hook beach, part of the National Park Service`s Gateway National Recreation Area, where alcohol consumption is prohibited. Mautone also imposed $40 in court fees on the rock star, who said he would pay the $540 total immediately. Barack Obama and Bruce Springsteen launch a podcast series together Assistant U.S. Attorney Adam Baker said the government was dropping the driving-while-intoxicated and reckless driving charges because it did not believe it could meet its burden of proving them in court. Springsteen initially had pleaded not guilty to all three charges.

Bruce Springsteen fined $500 for drinking at beach; drunk driving charge dropped

The next Star Wars&nbsp;series, an animated show about an elite group of clones called 'The Bad Batch', will debut on the Disney+ streaming service on May 4, the company said on Wednesday. 
 
Marvel Studios live-action series 'Loki',&nbsp;about the villain played by Tom Hiddleston, will premiere on June 11, Disney said in a statement ahead of a presentation of upcoming programming to the Television Critics Association. 
 
'The Bad Batch'&nbsp;will follow the experimental clones in a rapidly changing galaxy following the end of the Clone War. The company is adding several high-profile series from its Star Wars and Marvel franchises to help attract viewers to Disney+, which launched in November 2019. 
 
As of Jan. 2, Disney+ had 94.9 million subscribers, helped by the popularity of the Star Wars&nbsp;series 'The Mandalorian'.

The next Star Wars series, an animated show about an elite group of clones called 'The Bad Batch', will debut on the Disney+ streaming service on May 4, the company said on Wednesday.

The next Star Wars series, an animated show about an elite group of clones called 'The Bad Batch', will debut on the Disney+ streaming service on May 4, the company said on Wednesday. Marvel Studios live-action series 'Loki', about the villain played by Tom Hiddleston, will premiere on June 11, Disney said in a statement ahead of a presentation of upcoming programming to the Television Critics Association. 'The Bad Batch' will follow the experimental clones in a rapidly changing galaxy following the end of the Clone War. The company is adding several high-profile series from its Star Wars and Marvel franchises to help attract viewers to Disney+, which launched in November 2019. As of Jan. 2, Disney+ had 94.9 million subscribers, helped by the popularity of the Star Wars series 'The Mandalorian'.

Next 'Star Wars' series to hit Disney streaming service in May

Disney has started working on a sequel to its musical romance drama 'Stargirl'. Julia Hart-directed movie, which premiered on streamer Disney Plus in March 2020, explored the themes of tense emotions, non-conformity and self-expression of teenagers in high school, and the exuberance of first love.

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Adapted from the best-selling book of the same name by Jerry Spinelli, the story follows a boy living in Mica, Arizona, who wishes nothing more than an anonymous existence but whose life is turned upside down when he meets and falls for an unusual and colourful girl named Stargirl.

Grace VanderWaal, who played the titular role in the movie, will return for the sequel along with director Hart, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

They will be joined by actor Elijah Richardson as well as composer-musician Michael Penn, who will write and perform original music for the film. Vander Waal will also write and perform original music for the sequel with Richardson playing the romantic lead.

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Gotham Group's Ellen Goldsmith-Vein and Lee Stollman will produce alongside Jordan Horowitz of Original Headquarters.

Disney has started working on a sequel to its musical romance drama 'Stargirl'. Julia Hart-directed movie, which premiered on streamer Disney Plus in March 2020, explored the themes of tense emotions, non-conformity and self-expression of teenagers in high school, and the exuberance of first love.

Disney has started working on a sequel to its musical romance drama 'Stargirl'. Julia Hart-directed movie, which premiered on streamer Disney Plus in March 2020, explored the themes of tense emotions, non-conformity and self-expression of teenagers in high school, and the exuberance of first love. Pandemic or not, the Golden Globes show must go on Adapted from the best-selling book of the same name by Jerry Spinelli, the story follows a boy living in Mica, Arizona, who wishes nothing more than an anonymous existence but whose life is turned upside down when he meets and falls for an unusual and colourful girl named Stargirl. Grace VanderWaal, who played the titular role in the movie, will return for the sequel along with director Hart, according to The Hollywood Reporter. They will be joined by actor Elijah Richardson as well as composer-musician Michael Penn, who will write and perform original music for the film. Vander Waal will also write and perform original music for the sequel with Richardson playing the romantic lead. Reboots, classic shows, new releases: Here's everything coming to Paramount+ Gotham Group's Ellen Goldsmith-Vein and Lee Stollman will produce alongside Jordan Horowitz of Original Headquarters.

'Stargirl' sequel in the works with Grace VanderWaal at Disney+

The Golden Globes kicks off a pandemic-era Hollywood awards season on Sunday after a year that upended the entertainment industry and saw celebrities on red carpets replaced with webcams on sofas. 
 
Yet somehow the show is going on, albeit without the chummy gala dinners, hordes of photographers, and designer gowns associated with the celebration of the year`s best films and TV shows. Sunday`s ceremony, to be broadcast live on NBC television, will take place for the first time on two coasts, with comedians Tina Fey hosting from New York and Amy Poehler hosting from Beverly Hills, California. Some of the presenters, including Michael Douglas and his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones, will appear in person, but the nominees will attend from their homes or other locations around the world. 
 
Tom O`Neill, the founder of awards prediction website Goldderby.com, said Fey and Poehler were the perfect hosts for unusual times. 
"They are snarky, lovable and mean, and they are fantastic entertainers. They are also good at handling those inevitable fiasco moments," O`Neill said. 
 
Yet Sunday`s show will be a far cry from the usual boozy dinner in a Beverly Hills hotel where A-listers chatter and exchange hugs with friends old and new. 
 
"The Globes have traditionally been more fun than the Oscars in terms of the telecast. They are looser and funnier, and everyone`s drinking and it felt a little more unpredictable," said Alison Willmore, film critic at entertainment website Vulture.com. "When there is magic in awards shows, it comes from everyone being in the same room together," she added.

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The coronavirus pandemic not only closed movie theatres and prompted studios to shift dozens of releases into late 2021 or 2022, but it also led to the postponement of awards shows and turned them into socially distanced affairs. 
 
The Oscars don`t take place until April 25, but organizers have said it will be an in-person show from multiple locations. O`Neill said virtual shows and webcams have given audiences an intimate glimpse into the lives and homes of celebrities.

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"It has taken us deeper into what we always wanted: an unscripted reality show with superstars," he said. The 1930s Hollywood drama "Mank" goes into Sunday`s ceremony with a leading six nominations, including for the top prize of the best drama film. 
 
But pundits say that`s no guarantee of success. The black-and-white film about the screenwriter of "Citizen Kane" faces stiff competition from "Nomadland," a moving documentary-style drama about van dwellers in recession-hit America, and the 1960s hippie courtroom drama "The Trial of the Chicago 7." 
 
The #MeToo revenge black comedy "Promising Young Woman" and ageing drama "The Father" round out the film drama nominations 
Sunday`s show follows the new scrutiny of the 90-member Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), which chooses the Golden Globe nominees and winners and whose choices sometimes raise eyebrows.

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The Los Angeles Times last week published an investigation that raised ethical questions over the close relationships between the HFPA and movie studios. The HFPA says it has strict policies regarding gifts and perks.

The Golden Globes kicks off a pandemic-era Hollywood awards season on Sunday after a year that upended the entertainment industry and saw celebrities on red carpets replaced with webcams on sofas.

The Golden Globes kicks off a pandemic-era Hollywood awards season on Sunday after a year that upended the entertainment industry and saw celebrities on red carpets replaced with webcams on sofas. Yet somehow the show is going on, albeit without the chummy gala dinners, hordes of photographers, and designer gowns associated with the celebration of the year`s best films and TV shows. Sunday`s ceremony, to be broadcast live on NBC television, will take place for the first time on two coasts, with comedians Tina Fey hosting from New York and Amy Poehler hosting from Beverly Hills, California. Some of the presenters, including Michael Douglas and his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones, will appear in person, but the nominees will attend from their homes or other locations around the world. Tom O`Neill, the founder of awards prediction website Goldderby.com, said Fey and Poehler were the perfect hosts for unusual times. "They are snarky, lovable and mean, and they are fantastic entertainers. They are also good at handling those inevitable fiasco moments," O`Neill said. Yet Sunday`s show will be a far cry from the usual boozy dinner in a Beverly Hills hotel where A-listers chatter and exchange hugs with friends old and new. "The Globes have traditionally been more fun than the Oscars in terms of the telecast. They are looser and funnier, and everyone`s drinking and it felt a little more unpredictable," said Alison Willmore, film critic at entertainment website Vulture.com. "When there is magic in awards shows, it comes from everyone being in the same room together," she added. Lack of Black members in HFPA raises questions about ethics of Golden Globe voters The coronavirus pandemic not only closed movie theatres and prompted studios to shift dozens of releases into late 2021 or 2022, but it also led to the postponement of awards shows and turned them into socially distanced affairs. The Oscars don`t take place until April 25, but organizers have said it will be an in-person show from multiple locations. O`Neill said virtual shows and webcams have given audiences an intimate glimpse into the lives and homes of celebrities. Golden Globe Awards 2021: Nominees who would make history this year "It has taken us deeper into what we always wanted: an unscripted reality show with superstars," he said. The 1930s Hollywood drama "Mank" goes into Sunday`s ceremony with a leading six nominations, including for the top prize of the best drama film. But pundits say that`s no guarantee of success. The black-and-white film about the screenwriter of "Citizen Kane" faces stiff competition from "Nomadland," a moving documentary-style drama about van dwellers in recession-hit America, and the 1960s hippie courtroom drama "The Trial of the Chicago 7." The #MeToo revenge black comedy "Promising Young Woman" and ageing drama "The Father" round out the film drama nominations Sunday`s show follows the new scrutiny of the 90-member Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA), which chooses the Golden Globe nominees and winners and whose choices sometimes raise eyebrows. 'Da 5 Bloods', Bridgerton': Golden Globe 2021 snubs find mention in SAG Award nomination list The Los Angeles Times last week published an investigation that raised ethical questions over the close relationships between the HFPA and movie studios. The HFPA says it has strict policies regarding gifts and perks.

Pandemic or not, the Golden Globes show must go on

Hollywood&nbsp;star&nbsp;Zendaya&nbsp;said that kindness is a quality she really appreciates in a person. Zendaya's assertion came when she was asked about the qualities she would like in a man. 
 
"I most like in a person, how about that? It's such a big question. What is the quality I most like in someone? I would say, 'kindness' is kind of not the best way to describe it, but some people are just good people, and you can just feel it," the 'Spider-Man: Far From Home'&nbsp;actress&nbsp;said in an interview.

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"I don't know how to explain that, but there's this little spark they have or this little special thing that they have, that just you feel safe and happy around them. I don't know what that is, but some people have it, and it's special," she added. 
 
The actress was later questioned what quality she most likes in a woman. "Well, I guess that's the same answer," she replied.

Hollywood star Zendaya said that kindness is a quality she really appreciates in a person. Zendaya's assertion came when she was asked about the qualities she would like in a man.

Hollywood star Zendaya said that kindness is a quality she really appreciates in a person. Zendaya's assertion came when she was asked about the qualities she would like in a man. "I most like in a person, how about that? It's such a big question. What is the quality I most like in someone? I would say, 'kindness' is kind of not the best way to describe it, but some people are just good people, and you can just feel it," the 'Spider-Man: Far From Home' actress said in an interview. Pink's daughter Willow makes Billboard debut with duet 'Cover Me In Sunshine' "I don't know how to explain that, but there's this little spark they have or this little special thing that they have, that just you feel safe and happy around them. I don't know what that is, but some people have it, and it's special," she added. The actress was later questioned what quality she most likes in a woman. "Well, I guess that's the same answer," she replied.

Zendaya is attracted to kindness in a person

A new documentary series premiering Sunday on the HBO network, 'Allen v. Farrow',&nbsp;paints a damning picture of Oscar-winning director Woody Allen, particularly regarding his alleged sexual abuse of young adoptive daughter Dylan Farrow. 
 
Even if the four-part series contains no major revelations, it seems certain to further sully the already battered reputation of the ageing New York filmmaker. Respected documentary directors Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering delve into Allen's past, using testimony and legal documents -- some not previously seen -- to dig deeper than anyone before them. 
 
Dylan Farrow has accused Allen of sexually abusing her in August 1992, when she was only seven years old -- an allegation he has always denied.&nbsp; 
The documentary draws a line between the alleged abuse of Dylan and Allen's relationship with the adoptive daughter of his then-partner Mia Farrow, Soon-Yi Previn, who is now his wife. 
 
More generally, the series examines his attraction to young girls. The documentary cites court documents and testimony indicating that Allen had sexual relations with Soon-Yi while she was a minor.&nbsp; Sixteen when they met, she is now 50; Allen is 35 years her senior. 
 
On top of those disturbing elements, "Allen v. Farrow" details Allen's supposed penchant for manipulation -- in particular of the press -- as he sought to undercut the damaging accusations and discredit Mia Farrow.&nbsp; 
 
The film strongly implies that he might have successfully derailed the two official investigations into the matter, neither of which resulted in charges being filed.&nbsp;

&nbsp;About complicity - More broadly, the documentary denounces the pre-#MeToo culture of male dominance, which allowed powerful men in show business and other fields to abuse their positions with impunity, sometimes with the full knowledge of others in their professional circles.&nbsp; 
"Allen v. Farrow" will have particular resonance in France, where it will be broadcast next month on the OCS network amid a recent series of allegations of incest involving several public figures. 
 
The film also charts the way Allan Konigsberg -- Woody Allen's real name -- continued to enjoy seemingly unshakable support from many in the cinema world even as Farrow lost out on roles and, she said, became persona non grata in Hollywood. 
 
It was only in 2017, following the publication of an op-ed article by Dylan Farrow and with the very public support of her brother Ronan -- a journalist and early hero of the #MeToo movement -- that actors and actresses began to turn their backs on the octogenarian director, who remains isolated today.&nbsp; 
To filmmaker Dick, the message of the documentary reaches far beyond Allen, though it bears his name. "It's really not about him," Dick told the Washington Post.&nbsp; 
 
"It's more about the systemic," added Ziering. "This film is about complicity, the power of celebrity, the power of spin, how we all are viral and will believe something that's repeated enough." 
 
'Allen v. Farrow' also examines Dylan Farrow, who opens up as never before and who, nearly 30 years later, still shows signs of deep trauma. 
"There's so much misinformation... so many lies," she said. "I've been subjected to every kind of doubt, every kind of scrutiny and every kind of humiliation," while her father "was able to just run amok." 
 
One major absence looms over the four hours of the series as it assembles its merciless indictment -- that of Allen himself, though it does include extracts from his 2020 autobiography "Apropos of Nothing," read by the director for the audiobook. 
No one comes to Allen's defence, not even wife Soon-Yi or adoptive son Moses, both of whom have defended him in the past but refused to take part in the documentary.&nbsp; 
 
Contacted by AFP for comment, Allen did not respond. "I think a lot of people when they see this — even people who right now are defending Woody Allen — I think they will either change their mind or examine things in a much different way," said Dick.

A new documentary series premiering Sunday on the HBO network, 'Allen v. Farrow', paints a damning picture of Oscar-winning director Woody Allen, particularly regarding his alleged sexual abuse of young adoptive daughter Dylan Farrow.

A new documentary series premiering Sunday on the HBO network, 'Allen v. Farrow', paints a damning picture of Oscar-winning director Woody Allen, particularly regarding his alleged sexual abuse of young adoptive daughter Dylan Farrow. Even if the four-part series contains no major revelations, it seems certain to further sully the already battered reputation of the ageing New York filmmaker. Respected documentary directors Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering delve into Allen's past, using testimony and legal documents -- some not previously seen -- to dig deeper than anyone before them. Dylan Farrow has accused Allen of sexually abusing her in August 1992, when she was only seven years old -- an allegation he has always denied. The documentary draws a line between the alleged abuse of Dylan and Allen's relationship with the adoptive daughter of his then-partner Mia Farrow, Soon-Yi Previn, who is now his wife. More generally, the series examines his attraction to young girls. The documentary cites court documents and testimony indicating that Allen had sexual relations with Soon-Yi while she was a minor. Sixteen when they met, she is now 50; Allen is 35 years her senior. On top of those disturbing elements, "Allen v. Farrow" details Allen's supposed penchant for manipulation -- in particular of the press -- as he sought to undercut the damaging accusations and discredit Mia Farrow. The film strongly implies that he might have successfully derailed the two official investigations into the matter, neither of which resulted in charges being filed. About complicity - More broadly, the documentary denounces the pre-#MeToo culture of male dominance, which allowed powerful men in show business and other fields to abuse their positions with impunity, sometimes with the full knowledge of others in their professional circles. "Allen v. Farrow" will have particular resonance in France, where it will be broadcast next month on the OCS network amid a recent series of allegations of incest involving several public figures. The film also charts the way Allan Konigsberg -- Woody Allen's real name -- continued to enjoy seemingly unshakable support from many in the cinema world even as Farrow lost out on roles and, she said, became persona non grata in Hollywood. It was only in 2017, following the publication of an op-ed article by Dylan Farrow and with the very public support of her brother Ronan -- a journalist and early hero of the #MeToo movement -- that actors and actresses began to turn their backs on the octogenarian director, who remains isolated today. To filmmaker Dick, the message of the documentary reaches far beyond Allen, though it bears his name. "It's really not about him," Dick told the Washington Post. "It's more about the systemic," added Ziering. "This film is about complicity, the power of celebrity, the power of spin, how we all are viral and will believe something that's repeated enough." 'Allen v. Farrow' also examines Dylan Farrow, who opens up as never before and who, nearly 30 years later, still shows signs of deep trauma. "There's so much misinformation... so many lies," she said. "I've been subjected to every kind of doubt, every kind of scrutiny and every kind of humiliation," while her father "was able to just run amok." One major absence looms over the four hours of the series as it assembles its merciless indictment -- that of Allen himself, though it does include extracts from his 2020 autobiography "Apropos of Nothing," read by the director for the audiobook. No one comes to Allen's defence, not even wife Soon-Yi or adoptive son Moses, both of whom have defended him in the past but refused to take part in the documentary. Contacted by AFP for comment, Allen did not respond. "I think a lot of people when they see this — even people who right now are defending Woody Allen — I think they will either change their mind or examine things in a much different way," said Dick.

New documentary  'Allen v. Farrow' paints disturbing picture of Woody Allen

&nbsp;American singer and songwriter, Halsey, who is currently expecting her first child, recently got candid and revealed how pregnancy makes her feel. 
 
According to People magazine, the `Graveyard` singer, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Alev Aydin, took to her Instagram handle and posted several snapshots which included a sunny bikini baby bump picture. 
 
In the caption, she wrote, "February is the shortest month, but the days seem like they are taking very long. Butttttt also going so fast?! I`ve been thinking lots about my body. it`s strange to watch yourself change so quickly. I thought pregnancy would give me very strongly, binary feelings about `womanhood` but truly it has levelled my perception of gender entirely." 
 
Halsey continued, "My sensitivity to my body has made me hyper-aware of my humanness and that`s all. Doing a remarkable thing. And it`s grand. I hope the feeling lasts. I cook a lot, sleep even more, and read lots of books. I miss my family. And you guys too! bye for now."Several famous followers showed support for the singer in the post`s comment section, including new mom Katy Perry, who wrote, "You`re about to perform a real miracle, get that rest and just be! I love you!

As per the People magazine, Halsey has previously been candid about her struggles with reproductive health. Back in 2016, she revealed during an interview that she`d become pregnant the year prior, just before her career launched, but suffered a miscarriage directly ahead of a show.

American singer and songwriter, Halsey, who is currently expecting her first child, recently got candid and revealed how pregnancy makes her feel. According to People magazine, the `Graveyard` singer, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Alev Aydin, took to her Instagram handle and posted several snapshots which included a sunny bikini baby bump picture.

American singer and songwriter, Halsey, who is currently expecting her first child, recently got candid and revealed how pregnancy makes her feel. According to People magazine, the `Graveyard` singer, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Alev Aydin, took to her Instagram handle and posted several snapshots which included a sunny bikini baby bump picture. In the caption, she wrote, "February is the shortest month, but the days seem like they are taking very long. Butttttt also going so fast?! I`ve been thinking lots about my body. it`s strange to watch yourself change so quickly. I thought pregnancy would give me very strongly, binary feelings about `womanhood` but truly it has levelled my perception of gender entirely." Halsey continued, "My sensitivity to my body has made me hyper-aware of my humanness and that`s all. Doing a remarkable thing. And it`s grand. I hope the feeling lasts. I cook a lot, sleep even more, and read lots of books. I miss my family. And you guys too! bye for now."Several famous followers showed support for the singer in the post`s comment section, including new mom Katy Perry, who wrote, "You`re about to perform a real miracle, get that rest and just be! I love you! As per the People magazine, Halsey has previously been candid about her struggles with reproductive health. Back in 2016, she revealed during an interview that she`d become pregnant the year prior, just before her career launched, but suffered a miscarriage directly ahead of a show.

Halsey reveals pregnancy has entirely leveled her gender perception

American rapper Megan Thee Stallion confirmed her relationship with fellow rapper Pardison Fontaine via Instagram Live on Friday. 
 
According to Deadline, the 26-year-old singer-rapper spilled the beans about her relationship while responding to some of her Hotties` concerns over a seemingly heated argument that surfaced on the Internet earlier in the week. 
 
"People don`t know what the hell they talking about, they just are saying anything," Stallion said, defending her man."I didn`t like what they were trying to say about Pardi. Cause he is so calm and so sweet. And very, you know ... That`s my boo. And I really like him ... He is so perfect and he would never do anything to hurt me, just so y`all know," she added. 
 
Both Megan and Pardison have been hinting at their relationship over the past few days, with the `Savage` rapper tweeting on Monday, "I`m healthy, I can take care of myself, my friends &amp; family love me , my boo love me (he mad at me rn but he still loves me) said Beyonce love me, I`m just happy and blessed lol." 
 
As per Deadline, Pardison also shared his swoon-worthy Valentine`s Day surprise for his lady love, including a red rose-filled private jet ride to a personalised "Pardi With a Hottie" dinner.

American rapper Megan Thee Stallion confirmed her relationship with fellow rapper Pardison Fontaine via Instagram Live on Friday. According to Deadline, the 26-year-old singer-rapper spilled the beans about her relationship while responding to some of her Hotties` concerns over a seemingly heated argument that surfaced on the Internet earlier in the week.

American rapper Megan Thee Stallion confirmed her relationship with fellow rapper Pardison Fontaine via Instagram Live on Friday. According to Deadline, the 26-year-old singer-rapper spilled the beans about her relationship while responding to some of her Hotties` concerns over a seemingly heated argument that surfaced on the Internet earlier in the week. "People don`t know what the hell they talking about, they just are saying anything," Stallion said, defending her man."I didn`t like what they were trying to say about Pardi. Cause he is so calm and so sweet. And very, you know ... That`s my boo. And I really like him ... He is so perfect and he would never do anything to hurt me, just so y`all know," she added. Both Megan and Pardison have been hinting at their relationship over the past few days, with the `Savage` rapper tweeting on Monday, "I`m healthy, I can take care of myself, my friends & family love me , my boo love me (he mad at me rn but he still loves me) said Beyonce love me, I`m just happy and blessed lol." As per Deadline, Pardison also shared his swoon-worthy Valentine`s Day surprise for his lady love, including a red rose-filled private jet ride to a personalised "Pardi With a Hottie" dinner.

Megan Thee Stallion confirms she is dating rapper Pardison Fontaine

Hollywood actor Rachel McAdams is set to star in `Are You There God? It`s Me, Margaret`, an adaptation of American writer Judy Blume`s coming-of-age book. 
 
As per The Hollywood Reporter, the forthcoming film will also feature actor Abby Ryder Fortson, who will play Margaret Simon, a sixth-grade girl who is going through puberty and searches the universe for any answers she can find. McAdams is portraying Margaret`s mother, Barbara. 
 
The movie, set up at Lionsgate, will be written and helmed by Kelly Fremon Craig. It is expected to begin production in April.`Are You There God? It`s Me, Margaret` was first published in 1970 and remains hugely popular among young readers.

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Blume has long been opposed to screen adaptations of her seminal work, a notable list that includes `Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing`, `Blubber`, `Forever` and `Tiger Eyes`.However, the upcoming adaptation, especially the casting, comes with Blume`s blessing. 
 
Speaking about the forthcoming project, Blume said, "Abby is funny and tender, strong yet vulnerable. She is Margaret."Blume added, "And Rachel -- wow! -- does it get any better? A funny, loving, sexy, real woman who is also a mom. I can`t wait to see these two playing mother and daughter. It all began with trusting Kelly and Jim and they`ve proven how much this project means to them, which means everything to me''.&nbsp; 
 
Blume will serve as a producer on the film, along with Fremon Craig and James L. Brooks, whose resume boasts a range of film and TV projects like `The Mary Tyler Moore Show`, `Taxi`, `The Simpsons` and `As Good as It Gets`.Craig and Brooks previously teamed up for the 2016 comedic drama `The Edge of Seventeen` with Hailee Steinfeld and Woody Harrelson.

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Producers also include Julie Ansell, Richard Sakai and Amy Brooks. Meredith Wieck and Chelsea Kujawa are overseeing the project for the studio.McAdams, whose acting credits include `The Notebook`, `Mean Girls` and `Spotlight`, recently starred opposite Will Ferrell in Netflix`s comedy `Eurovision Song Contest`. 
 
She will next reprise her role as Dr Christine Palmer in Disney and Marvel`s `Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness`.Fortson is best known for the Disney superhero adventure `Ant-Man` and its sequel `Ant-Man and the Wasp`, where she portrayed the daughter of Paul Rudd`s Scott Lang. 
 
She has also appeared in `A Dog`s Journey`, `Forever My Girl` and the Duplass brothers` shows `Togetherness` and `Room 104`. Fortson`s next film project will be the film `Rated`, which is written and directed by her father, John Fortson.&nbsp;

Hollywood actor Rachel McAdams is set to star in `Are You There God? It`s Me, Margaret`, an adaptation of American writer Judy Blume`s coming-of-age book. As per The Hollywood Reporter, the forthcoming film will also feature actor Abby Ryder Fortson, who will play Margaret Simon, a sixth-grade girl who is going through puberty and searches the universe for any answers she can find.

Hollywood actor Rachel McAdams is set to star in `Are You There God? It`s Me, Margaret`, an adaptation of American writer Judy Blume`s coming-of-age book. As per The Hollywood Reporter, the forthcoming film will also feature actor Abby Ryder Fortson, who will play Margaret Simon, a sixth-grade girl who is going through puberty and searches the universe for any answers she can find. McAdams is portraying Margaret`s mother, Barbara. The movie, set up at Lionsgate, will be written and helmed by Kelly Fremon Craig. It is expected to begin production in April.`Are You There God? It`s Me, Margaret` was first published in 1970 and remains hugely popular among young readers. Sterling K. Brown, more celebrities to present at 2021 Golden Globes Blume has long been opposed to screen adaptations of her seminal work, a notable list that includes `Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing`, `Blubber`, `Forever` and `Tiger Eyes`.However, the upcoming adaptation, especially the casting, comes with Blume`s blessing. Speaking about the forthcoming project, Blume said, "Abby is funny and tender, strong yet vulnerable. She is Margaret."Blume added, "And Rachel -- wow! -- does it get any better? A funny, loving, sexy, real woman who is also a mom. I can`t wait to see these two playing mother and daughter. It all began with trusting Kelly and Jim and they`ve proven how much this project means to them, which means everything to me''. Blume will serve as a producer on the film, along with Fremon Craig and James L. Brooks, whose resume boasts a range of film and TV projects like `The Mary Tyler Moore Show`, `Taxi`, `The Simpsons` and `As Good as It Gets`.Craig and Brooks previously teamed up for the 2016 comedic drama `The Edge of Seventeen` with Hailee Steinfeld and Woody Harrelson. Halsey reveals pregnancy has entirely leveled her gender perception Producers also include Julie Ansell, Richard Sakai and Amy Brooks. Meredith Wieck and Chelsea Kujawa are overseeing the project for the studio.McAdams, whose acting credits include `The Notebook`, `Mean Girls` and `Spotlight`, recently starred opposite Will Ferrell in Netflix`s comedy `Eurovision Song Contest`. She will next reprise her role as Dr Christine Palmer in Disney and Marvel`s `Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness`.Fortson is best known for the Disney superhero adventure `Ant-Man` and its sequel `Ant-Man and the Wasp`, where she portrayed the daughter of Paul Rudd`s Scott Lang. She has also appeared in `A Dog`s Journey`, `Forever My Girl` and the Duplass brothers` shows `Togetherness` and `Room 104`. Fortson`s next film project will be the film `Rated`, which is written and directed by her father, John Fortson.

Rachel McAdams to star in 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret' adaptation

This year`s Golden Globes will be one star-studded event! Sterling K. Brown, Kevin Bacon, Michael Douglas, Kyra Sedgwick, Susan Kelechi Watson and Catherine Zeta-Jones will serve as presenters at the 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-golden-globes-2021-full-nominations-list-golden-globes-news-hollywood-news-361111">Full nominations list</a> 
 
As per People Magazine, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) on Friday announced the celebrities&nbsp;names who will be serving as presenters at this year`s ceremony. At this time, it is unclear whether or not the celebrities will physically attend the ceremony, but Variety reported last week that producers asked presenters to appear in person at one of the two venues hosting the event.

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Variety also added that presenters were told COVID-19 protocols will be put in place. The outlet also stated that nominees will watch the show remotely. Actors Tina Fey and Amy Poehler will once again be co-hosting the ceremony from different coasts. Fey will host from New York`s Rainbow Room at the top of Rockefeller Center and Poehler from the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. 
 
Fey and Poehler will receive a helping hand from Golden Globes ambassadors Satchel and Jackson Lee, whose dad is critically-acclaimed director Spike Lee. Fans can also expect appearances from Jane Fonda, who is receiving the Cecil B. DeMille award. Additionally, Norman Lear will be presented with the Carol Burnett Award for his work on beloved sitcoms like The Jeffersons.

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The nominations for the upcoming award ceremony were announced on February 3 and made history with their inclusion of three female directors in the best director category. The top contenders in nominations for the motion picture drama category include `The Father`, `Mank`, `Nomadland`, `Promising Young Woman`, and `The Trial of the Chicago 7`.In the musical or comedy category, `Borat Subsequent Moviefilm`, `Hamilton`, `Palm Springs`, `Music` and `The Prom` were nominated. This year`s Golden Globes will air live on February 28.

This year`s Golden Globes will be one star-studded event! Sterling K. Brown, Kevin Bacon, Michael Douglas, Kyra Sedgwick, Susan Kelechi Watson and Catherine Zeta-Jones will serve as presenters at the 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards.

This year`s Golden Globes will be one star-studded event! Sterling K. Brown, Kevin Bacon, Michael Douglas, Kyra Sedgwick, Susan Kelechi Watson and Catherine Zeta-Jones will serve as presenters at the 78th Annual Golden Globe Awards. Full nominations list As per People Magazine, the Hollywood Foreign Press Association (HFPA) on Friday announced the celebrities names who will be serving as presenters at this year`s ceremony. At this time, it is unclear whether or not the celebrities will physically attend the ceremony, but Variety reported last week that producers asked presenters to appear in person at one of the two venues hosting the event. Golden Globe 2021: Joaquin Phoenix, Renee Zellweger & others announced as presenters Variety also added that presenters were told COVID-19 protocols will be put in place. The outlet also stated that nominees will watch the show remotely. Actors Tina Fey and Amy Poehler will once again be co-hosting the ceremony from different coasts. Fey will host from New York`s Rainbow Room at the top of Rockefeller Center and Poehler from the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles. Fey and Poehler will receive a helping hand from Golden Globes ambassadors Satchel and Jackson Lee, whose dad is critically-acclaimed director Spike Lee. Fans can also expect appearances from Jane Fonda, who is receiving the Cecil B. DeMille award. Additionally, Norman Lear will be presented with the Carol Burnett Award for his work on beloved sitcoms like The Jeffersons. 'Da 5 Bloods', Bridgerton': Golden Globe 2021 snubs find mention in SAG Award nomination list The nominations for the upcoming award ceremony were announced on February 3 and made history with their inclusion of three female directors in the best director category. The top contenders in nominations for the motion picture drama category include `The Father`, `Mank`, `Nomadland`, `Promising Young Woman`, and `The Trial of the Chicago 7`.In the musical or comedy category, `Borat Subsequent Moviefilm`, `Hamilton`, `Palm Springs`, `Music` and `The Prom` were nominated. This year`s Golden Globes will air live on February 28.

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