Movies

Over this Thanksgiving week, I’m excited to share that a new title streaming is “Sweethearts,” perfect for fans of romantic comedies like myself. With a Max subscription, you can now watch this fresh take on love and friendship. The story revolves around Jamie (played by Kiernan Shipka) and Ben (Nico Hiraga), two best friends in college, who decide to help each other break up with their high school partners during Thanksgiving break, freeing themselves for college activities. Meanwhile, their friend Palmer (Caleb Hearon) embarks on an unexpected journey of self-discovery and coming out, adding a unique twist to the usual narrative around this topic.

In the hit show “The Big Bang Theory,” Kaley Cuoco plays the beloved character, Penny. This charismatic woman is one of the central figures in the series and is first seen in the pilot episode. She lives next door to the socially awkward physicists, Dr. Sheldon Cooper (Jim Parsons) and Dr. Leonard Hofstadter (Johnny Galecki). Unlike the other characters in this sitcom, Penny stands out for her humor and charm, making her a favorite among fans. Although she doesn’t have a scientific background, Penny is deeply connected to the Pasadena gang and forms close bonds with each member of the group.

If you found it surprising that Barry Jenkins, famous for his smaller-scale dramas like Moonlight and If Beale Street Could Talk, accepted the task of directing Mufasa: The Lion King, you’re not alone in your thinking. In fact, Jenkins himself initially thought he was an unusual choice for Disney. The project seemed so unconventional to him that he almost declined it without even reviewing the screenplay.

Legendary Mexican film and TV actress, Silvia Pinal, who made a lasting impact during her time in the Golden Age of Mexican Cinema, has passed away at the age of 93.

For over two and a half decades now, I’ve been living by the motto: Gotta catch ’em all! This catchy phrase has become ingrained in us due to the incredible and enduring media empire known as Pokémon. It first emerged as a simple pair of Game Boy games in 1996, but it quickly expanded into an international sensation encompassing video games, trading cards, anime series, movies, merchandise, and much more. Pokémon, with its tale of Ash, Pikachu, and a myriad of other pocket monsters, is deeply entrenched in popular culture.