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18 Years On: Jude Law’s Sizzling Appeal in The Holiday Rekindles Flames

Use the app to look up “Jude Law The Holiday” and you’ll see women referring to December as “Jude Law flirting season.” There are compilations of his moments—his subtle looks, his smile that makes you blush—accompanied by Lana Del Rey music. Some posts have captions like, “Watching The Holiday for the storyline: The storyline = Jude Law flirting.” On Etsy, you can find T-shirts that say, “That scene in The Holiday where Jude Law wears his glasses is the most attractive he’s ever been.”

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Craving Their Charisma: RHONY’s Racquel Chevremont and Mel Corpus

Even though I adore observing affluent women quarrel over trivial matters, I must confess that by the conclusion of last season, I felt somewhat exhausted by RHONY conflict—which is why the arrival of two fresh cast members this season was so invigorating. “Friend of the Housewives” Rebecca Minkoff brings an amusing touch, if only because I’m intrigued to comprehend what fuels a Jewish-Scientologist accessories designer (interesting tidbit: I once attempted to commission a story on Minkoff’s then-obscure Scientology during my tenure as an editor at a now-closed fashion and art publication, but was advised that our parent company’s legal team wouldn’t be capable of protecting the freelance writer from potential litigation if it was published), yet the new RHONY member who has truly captured my affection is one Ms. Racquel Chevremont: curator, art collector, former model, parent of two, and a culturally significant lesbian.

Killer Instincts: Eddie Redmayne Goes Deep on His Slick New Assassin Drama, The Day of the Jackal
Empowering the Women of Love Actually

Initial thoughts? This is an endearing movie, brimming with a star-studded ensemble, infidelity controversies, and a Christmas pageant, rendering it, on the surface, an adequately delightful holiday film. The film features snappy quips (“Where the fuck is my fucking coat?” has been resonating in my mind for several days now) and grand romantic gestures at an airport. Everything seems quite appealing to me.

Behold the Enchanting First Look: Rachel Zegler Transforms in Snow White’s Captivating Trailer

Among the icons of traditional Disney princesses, Snow White occupies a unique spot. Taken from the Brothers Grimm tale of the identical name, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves historically emerged as the foremost animated feature to grace cinemas upon its debut in 1937, subsequently impacting filmmakers from Orson Welles to Federico Fellini. As observed by New York Times critic Frank S. Nugent in his review from the ’30s, “If you miss it, you’ll be missing the 10 best pictures of 1938.” Walt Disney’s rendition of the 19th-century German folk story ultimately achieved the highest box-office success ever up to that time—solidifying his position as a major force in Hollywood in the process.

25 Must-See Films to Countdown New Year’s Eve

Este filme sobre un diseñador de moda de mediados de siglo (Daniel Day-Lewis) y su musa (Vicky Krieps) presenta un deslumbrante vestido color malva, una melancólica interpretación de “Auld Lang Syne,” y Day-Lewis buscando a Krieps en un salón de baile lleno de juerguistas disfrazados, creando una víspera de Año Nuevo difícil de olvidar.

Timothée Chalamet’s Wild Ride: The Unexpected Brilliance of the Complete Unknown Press Tour

The occurrence initiated with an entertaining appearance at his personal doppelgänger competition, a New York function that sparked an international pop culture sensation. The event drew such significant attention that one Timothée wannabe found himself apprehended, leading to the gathering being halted by authorities. Chalamet’s spontaneous participation was praised as “the most humorous act he could have possibly performed,” and let’s face it: it truly was.

From The Agency and Senna to, Well, the Parade, Here Are 5 Things to Stream This Thanksgiving Break