Many former professional athletes have transitioned into sports broadcasting upon retiring from their respective sports. After all, who could understand the nuances and intricacies of the games better than those who made entire careers out of playing them? Here are 32 such ex-athletes who have swapped their equipment for microphones instead.
A fascinating beginning unfolds when a movie is born from the creative minds of a real-life duo. The movie “Magpie” lists Tom Bateman as its author, but it’s Daisy Ridley (known for her roles in “Star Wars” and “Young Woman and the Sea”) who contributed to the project’s inception right from the start, as we have found out more recently. In an interview with MovieWeb during the release of their intense neo-noir, Ridley shared insights into their collaborative effort in shaping the story on paper, including a shocking twist in the third act (without revealing any spoilers).
As a dedicated movie critic, I’ve noticed an intriguing evolution in M. Night Shyamalan’s filmmaking style over the past few years. Instead of relying heavily on mind-bending plot twists that left audiences stunned in films like “The Sixth Sense” and “Signs,” he seems to have struck a more harmonious balance between these shocking revelations and larger, thought-provoking themes. His latest works, such as “Old,” “Knock at the Cabin,” and his most recent release, “Trap,” are prime examples of this shift towards high-concept movies.
You’ve got another chance to watch the classic Western tale, “3:10 to Yuma”, as it arrives on Paramount+ streaming service starting from Friday, November 1. This modern take by director James Mangold surpasses the 1957 original in the opinion of the late film critic and Chicago Sun-Times journalist, Roger Ebert, who starred Christian Bale and Russell Crowe in the lead roles.
Exciting update for Lara Croft enthusiasts! Following a triumphant first season, the Netflix animated show titled “Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” is making a comeback! This series, which set new records for the Tomb Raider franchise on Rotten Tomatoes, will continue to captivate fans of the namesake video game series, as Netflix has confirmed the renewal of “Tomb Raider” for another season.