In early January, numerous individuals were forced to flee for safety and subsequently lost their homes due to the fires. Additionally, several film productions based in LA temporarily halted production, such as S.W.A.T., following the Palisades and Eaton fires that ignited on January 7th.
In Season 24, Maura Tierney may be making her debut as part of the Law & Order cast, however, her scheduled appearances in 2025 indicate a comeback to NBC’s prime-time schedule for the actress. Previously, she played Abby Lockhart in almost 200 episodes of ER over a decade, which is one of the reasons I was thrilled when she was chosen to replace Camryn Manheim. The recent episode, touted as an ER reunion, saw Mekhi Phifer and Tierney on screen together, with Eriq La Salle directing. Unfortunately, the episode didn’t meet my expectations, but I enjoy seeing the behind-the-scenes photos of the ex-castmates reunited.
If you haven’t yet discovered the music of Jeff Buckley, here’s a brief introduction: Known for his powerful, emotive vocals and masterful guitar skills, Jeff Buckley was an enigmatic figure whose unique style transcended musical genres. His most famous work, the album Grace, continues to captivate audiences worldwide. A son of the equally legendary jazz musician Tim Buckley, Jeff’s life was shrouded in mystery and tragedy. His passionate singing and evocative lyrics have drawn fans from all walks of life, with some even trying to bring his story to life on the big screen.
In a publication from Saudi newspaper Al Arabiya, it was revealed that Turki Al al-Sheikh, head of the General Entertainment Authority in the country, held talks with composer Zimmer about various prospective projects. One such project could involve reimagining the national anthem by employing diverse musical instruments.
2022 brought about the arrival of the film titled “The Commando“, characterized as a pulse-pounding action-thriller. In this movie, we find Michael Jai White portraying an elite DEA agent who unexpectedly discovers $3 million hidden in his residence. However, this discovery catches the attention of a recently released criminal (Rourke) and his ruthless gang, who are desperate to reclaim their lost loot. Regrettably, it appears to be a well-worn trope, moves like a cliché, speaks like a cliché, and was unfortunately met with a heap of disappointing reviews due to its overabundance of hackneyed plotlines.