Movies

For a young actor like Rachel Zegler who was unexpectedly plucked from high school by Steven Spielberg for his 2021 remake of West Side Story, the journey has been marked by extraordinary highs and crushing lows. The rapid ascent of her career was confirmed when she received critical acclaim for her role, even bagging a Golden Globe Award, but the downside came swiftly in the form of intense online bullying that escalated after she secured the role of Snow White in Disney’s live-action adaptation. As she gears up to appear in Sam Gold’s interpretation of Romeo and Juliet alongside Kit Connor, Zegler is openly discussing the harmful comments she has encountered on the internet.

As a devoted movie enthusiast, I firmly believe that the 1996 blockbuster “The Rock,” set in a prison island, stands out as Michael Bay’s finest work – a claim that extends beyond just his oeuvre, but also encompasses some of the greatest action movies ever made. This film masterfully blends pulse-pounding action sequences with captivating cinematography, all while subtly weaving in social commentary about the government’s handling of military veterans and their families.

Following up on Bottega Veneta’s SS25 showcase in Milan, the esteemed Italian fashion house has ventured into a fresh product line, exploring their artisanal world within the realm of beauty products. The creative director, Matthieu Blazy, whose work has been widely praised at the brand, is now expanding his influence into uncharted territories with the debut of five opulent fragrances.

This year, the SCAD Savannah Film Festival, held annually just before the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announces its Oscar shortlists, has unveiled the titles of the 10 documentaries it will spotlight during its Docs to Watch panel. This panel, lasting approximately 90 minutes, is a lively discussion centered around the trials and triumphs of documentary filmmaking.

For her upcoming movie “Wicked” in 2024, Cynthia Erivo has a fresh challenge: portraying the green-skinned Witch of the West. While she’s playful about the transformation for one of today’s most popular musical adaptations, it seems like quite an ordeal to achieve this appearance.