Cleveland has played host to Hollywood more times than you might think. Sure, locals remember when The Avengers shut down downtown streets in 2011, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to movies and TV shows filmed in the city.
The Land’s gritty charm and historic architecture have made it a perfect backdrop for films like White Boy Rick and Draft Day. Even comedies such as A Christmas Story—yes, that’s Ralphie’s house—have cemented Cleveland in cinematic history. And if you’re a TV fan, you might remember the sitcom Hot in Cleveland, which brought Betty White to town (at least on screen).
From blockbusters to hidden gems, this list rounds up movies and TV shows that were shot right here in Cleveland. Some you’ll instantly recognize, while others may surprise you. Whether you’re a film buff, a proud Clevelander, or just curious about Hollywood’s Midwest connection, you’ll want to check them all out.
Scroll through our list below and see which ones you’ve spotted around town.
I know I say this often, so you probably think I’m a miserable person…but I promise I’m actually quite happy most of the time. There are a few things that anger me to my core — most of them revolving around television series — and I must speak up when it’s right.
So while I’ve harped on Emily in Paris and My Life With The Walter Boys, I actually have a Mortal Enemy #1: Tell Me Lies. And it’s not that the show’s writing is weak, per se. It’s a much bigger issue because there is not one likable character.
But I’m getting ahead of myself here. No need to hate too early on, we have the entire article for that. Tell Me Lies Season 2 just released on September 4, and with a weekly rollout on Hulu, fans can anticipate regular episodes.
The show is based on the novel by Carol Lovering, and to be fair, I have not read it. So I cannot attest to whether or not Lovering is behind the atrocities that occur in the show.
In case you completely forgot what happened in Tell Me Lies Season 1, let’s recap why I’m angry and believe every character in the show should be imprisoned.
Tell Me Lies Season 1 Recap
I meditated before writing this article so I could level my emotions. It starts with Lucy (Grace Van Patten) and Stephen (Jackson White), who meet while at Baird College and embark on an eight-year-long, on-and-off, emotionally abusive, toxic relationship.
Lucy is a freshman when she meets Stephen — a junior — who asks her on a date. But before that can happen, Lucy’s roommate Macy is killed in a car accident. I wish the story ended there, but sadly, I’m forced to continue.
Turns out, Stephen and most of his friends are directly involved in the accident that killed Macy. Even worse? Lucy’s best friend, Pippa, knows about it. But this isn’t fully revealed until the end of season 1, so as you can imagine it only gets worse.
As the season progresses, we’re caught up in a web of will-they-won’t-they with Lucy and Stephen…who truly traumatize everyone in their path.
If you are entering your freshman year of college, heed my advice: do not put yourself through emotional hell for a junior boy with no aspirations and multiple potential felonies. It’s not worth it. It’s rare that the boy you meet freshman year is “The One.”
But anyways, Lucy and Stephen can’t get it together over the course of season 1. Finally, Lucy finally discovers that Stephen was involved with Macy’s murder. Stephen was with Macy in the car and he got away with it by pushing her body into the driver’s seat and deleting all their messages. Here’s the freaking insane part: Lucy stays with him.
They go on a weekend trip to Stephen’s roommate Evan’s lake house for his birthday…where just about everyone is disrespectful to Evan’s parent’s mansion. This aggravates me simply because (at this point in the narrative) Evan is relatively harmless, but even he ends up disappointing me.
So Lucy writes an anonymous letter to Baird’s Dean of Students blaming Macy’s death on Drew. The school then launches an investigation and Lucy provides Stephen with an alibi.
But how does Stephen repay Lucy for all this? By cheating on Lucy at a party with his ex so he can get an internship with her lawyer father. And how does Lucy react? By hooking up with Evan, who is dating her best friend, Bree.
Tell Me Lies Season 2 So Far
The show flashes forward 8 years later where a different picture is painted. Evan and Bree are getting married, so the gang is forced to reunite for the first time since college.
It also looks like Stephen’s now engaged to Lucy’s best friend from home — Lydia — which feels like another manipulation tactic. Throughout the wedding rehearsal dinner and festivities, there’s clear tension between Lydia and Lucy.
While the show flashes back and forth between college and the wedding, we discover that Lydia’s younger brother Chris went to college with Lucy. At a party, Diana finds Pippa unconscious in a room with Chris, who claims he was only using the bathroom.
Pippa comes to and is confused and embarrassed while Diana and Lucy take care of her. Pippa admits she doesn’t remember anything beyond kissing Chris. This could be the start of the rift between Lydia and Lucy, but that’s all on the case for now.
The entire show is dedicated to Stephen manipulating different people. For example, he knows that Wrigley hooked up with Stephen’s ex Diana when they were freshmen…but rather than telling Wrigley he’s upset, he enacts a plot of psychological revenge.
Oh, Lucy. I want to feel bad for you, but I don’t. Because you committed multiple crimes for a boy who is an awful person. It’s one thing to be a doormat, but this just hurts to watch.
Tell Me Lies continues to build the tension between every character. We watch Lucy continue to break under the pressure of her affair with Evan…who confessed to Bree that he cheated, but didn’t reveal who it was with.
Bree then turns around and starts having an affair with Oliver, a professor at the college who is married. Again, we all know this is such a bad idea. At the end of the day, no one is a hero in this story.
In the meantime, Stephen’s tormenting Lucy for having feelings for him in the first place. So, Lucy threatens to tell everyone the truth if he keeps harassing her. I’m sure this will go well.
The episodes end in present time, when everyone goes home to their significant others. Pippa, now in a clandestine relationship, finally reveals her lover is none other than Stephen’s ex, Diana.
Now that we’ve recapped the entirety of the show, can you understand why it’s so hateable?
Richard Simmons, the colorful fitness guru who turned aerobic dancing and positive energy into decades of fame, died Saturday, law enforcement sources said. He was 76.
Simmons was found at his home, and there was no evidence of foul play, sources told The Times.
Simmons specialized in helping obese people lose weight, starting with a Los Angeles fitness studio and eventually making appearances on TV shows, including a popular stint on “General Hospital.”
In his biography, he said struggling with being overweight himself inspired him to help others.
Over the years, he hosted a variety of shows, produced fitness videos and even had a chain of fitness studios. All the while, he made regular appearances in movies and TV shows.
In recent years, Simmons had become the subject of fascination, some of it unwanted. He retreated from public view, and some worried about his health.
In 2017, the “Missing Richard Simmons” podcast revisited the speculation behind Simmons’ welfare, although he refuted many of the rumors.
Simmons’s representative, Tom Estey, recently told Entertainment Tonight that he was celebrating his 76th birthday by working on a new Broadway musical.
Simmons, who was active on social media, appeared to be in good spirits in recent days. He posted a black-and-white photograph of himself next to a cake on his birthday to mark the occasion.
“I never got so many messages about my birthday in my life!” Simmons wrote on Facebook. “I am sitting here writing emails. Have a most beautiful rest of your Friday.”
It was a marked change of pace from earlier in the year when Simmons had posted cryptic messages ruminating over his mortality.
“I am … dying,” Simmons wrote on Facebook. “Oh I can see your faces now. The truth is we all are dying. Every day we live we are getting closer to our death. Why am I telling you this? Because I want you to enjoy your life to the fullest every single day. Get up in the morning and look at the sky … count your blessings and enjoy. “
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This week, I created five Bridgerton outfits inspired by the fashion in the third season of the popular Netflix series, and then I wore them in real life. Here’s how it went.
Read on for my full Bridgerton Season 3 fashion guide!
About Bridgerton Season 3
Bridgerton is a period drama series created by Chris Van Dusen and produced by Shonda Rhimes (Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal). The show is based on a series of novels by Julia Quinn. It premiered on Netflix on December 25, 2020, and was an instant success.
Bridgerton Season 3 follows Penelope Featherington and Colin Bridgerton as the main couple this time.
After her fallout with Eloise at the end of the last season, Penelope has become increasingly determined to find a husband in order to escape her family and continue her double-life in peace. Meanwhile, Colin has returned from his summer away with a new attitude and look that catches the attention of the ton.
To make amends for his hurtful comments last season, Colin offers Penelope lessons to boost her confidence and help her find a match. But when his lessons start working, Colin must grapple with whether his feelings for Penelope are truly just friendly.
Following tradition, we follow multiple plots this season. Two of the biggest are Francesca Bridgerton’s first season in the ton and Eloise’s odd friendship with Cressida amidst her rift with Penelope.
Bridgerton’s Costuming
As in previous seasons, the show’s costuming supports the characters’ development, representing who they are and who they’re becoming.
While historically inaccurate, we cannot deny that the costumes are gorgeous.
Bridgerton Season 3 Fashion Guide
For this post, I’m dressing like Penelope and Eloise since they’re big players during the season.
I’m also adding Francesca and Cressida, who have stepped up into their own storylines, plus our leading male character, Colin.
Outfit 1: Eloise Bridgerton (Monday)
Season 3 finds Eloise in an odd place. After the fallout with her best friend Penelope and the damage her actions caused to her family, she has decided to assimilate a bit more within the ton.
Eloise has become close friends with Cressida Cowper and even tries the latest fashion trends among the ladies. Still, being Eloise, she is inquisitive, rebellious, and impulsive.
This season, her signature colors of pistachio, lilac, and pastel teal are almost gone, with the Bridgerton blue taking over most of her wardrobe. This signals her desire to fit in with the rest of the ladies and her family.
She has also added ruffles, collars, and even more bows to her outfits.
Like the rest of her family, Eloise uses subdued yet luxurious fabrics like silk, lace, and delicate tulle accessories.
For my Eloise look, I wanted something that felt true to her and incorporated the newer details of her styling. And I had the perfect dress.
I started with this long, loose, light pistachio dress. The dress has a gigantic Peter Pan collar, a big element for Eloise this season, with a bit of ruffle detailing.
For shoes, I chose velvet Mary Janes that match the dress.
This look is simple yet very Eloise. I like this outfit, and I think it is something she would enjoy wearing, especially since the dress has pockets. It’s also a great outfit for summer and hot weather. It’s put together and cute but will allow you to breathe.
Tuesday, Cressida Cowper– Outfit #2
Cressida Cowper has long been the de facto Mean Girl of the ton. Each season, she is the rival of the Diamond (first Daphne and then Edwina) and a bully to every other female character that crosses her path.
This season, however, we find Cressida linked arm-in-arm with none other than Eloise.
With this new friendship, we get to see a softer, more vulnerable side of Cressida, which has endeared her to viewers.
Cressida’s styling is loud. Barring Queen Charlotte, Cressida is the female character with the biggest hair, the most extravagant dresses, and the most sparkles. Her signature color is pink, mostly pale pink or mauve pink.
Cressida favors metallic fabrics, sequins, feathers, and tulle details that resemble ruffles or feathers.
If you want to do a Cressida look, you must always start with something pink.
For this, I threw on a hot pink tie-up blouse. Cressida follows trends, so a trendy summer piece like the tie-in blouse was necessary.
Then, to add shine and interest, I wore a pair of pink metallic pants. For shoes, I chose hot pink pointed-toe heels. Finally, to accessorize, I went with pink and gold earrings.
This is not necessarily the most comfortable look, but it’s a cool, unique outfit. Cressida always has the most dramatic sleeves, so I felt like her in these ruffle sleeves.
I love this outfit, but it’s not very summer-friendly. Weirdly, Cressida often sacrifices comfort for fashion, something I refuse to do on a regular basis.
Wednesday, Francesca Bridgerton – Outfit #3
Francesca Bridgerton is the sixth child and third daughter of the Bridgerton family. This season, she makes her debut in society, and unlike the rest of her family, she is only looking for a pragmatic match. (Think, Anthony, at the beginning of season 2.)
Francesca is quiet, reserved, and loves music more than anything.
Like her family, Francesca dons the Bridgerton blue almost every time she’s on screen.
Unlike her sisters, she wears simpler dresses without much fuzz around the styling. She just wants to get through the season as quickly as possible.
Silk, boucle, and lace are her most used fabrics, while pearls, jackets, and bows are her signature details.
To create a Francesca outfit, I wore a light blue square neckline blouse and a long silver skirt. Then, I threw on a light blue blazer and closed it to emulate Francesca’s jackets.
For shoes, I chose light blue flats with pearl details. Finally, I accessorized with a pearl necklace, as another nod to Francesca’s penchant for pearls.
Francesca is simple yet elegant, and this outfit encapsulates her femininity and guarded personality. It is comfortable to sit and move in, which is always a must when working from home (or playing the pianoforte).
While this look is not my personal style, I would wear this again with a couple of tweaks.
Thursday, Colin Bridgerton – Outfit #4
Colin is the third Bridgerton son and, as such, is struggling to find his place within society. He compares himself unfavorably to his older brothers, and this season, like Eloise, he tries to fit in more with young men his age.
Unlike the other men in his family, who are almost always in blue, white, and off-white, Colin wears a variety of earthy colors and tones, like brown, green, and beige, in addition to the signature Bridgerton navy.
He also wears floral details in his vests and cravats throughout the season.
To emulate Colin’s style and character, I wanted an outfit that was cool yet down to Earth.
A big part of Colin’s character is his love of travel, so I wore a map print button-up shirt and tucked it into a pair of navy blue wide-leg pants. Then, I layered with a brown blazer.
For shoes, I went with brown suede booties. Finally, I accessorized with an off-white ascot to emulate Colin’s affinity for cravats.
I’m not going to lie; I love this look!
Funnily enough, I had a lot of options for Colin’s look, and I had a hard time deciding what to use. But I landed on the map shirt because Colin is always traveling, talking about his travels, and writing about them. It’s a big thing for him and Penelope since she is the only one who has always been interested in his stories.
Again, this outfit is not very summer-friendly. When I wore it, I had to change midday because I couldn’t deal with the heat. But I will definitely wear it again during fall and winter.
Friday, Penelope Featherington– Outfit #5
Finally, we have the lady of the season: Penelope. After deciding to find a husband to gain a bit of freedom, Penelope changes her whole style and wardrobe to set herself apart from her family.
In previous seasons, Penelope wore a lot of bright, almost neon, citrusy colors. This season, Penelope’s color palette is full of greens, transitioning into lighter blues.
Her dresses and accessories are toned down a lot, to further contrast with her family and start blending better with the Bridgertons. Silk, lace, and glittery mesh are the primary fabrics for Penelope’s Season 3 outfits.
When I saw Penelope’s makeover dress, I immediately knew what I wanted to wear.
First, I started with this dark green dress with black glittery mesh on top. It’s a very similar color and effect to her dark green makeover dress.
Then, I layered on a sequined bomber jacket and a pair of black booties as a nod to the velvet cape and walking boots she wears as Lady Whistledown.
While Penelope’s palette gets lighter and more blue-toned as the season goes on, I love what this dress means for Penelope’s character.
Overall, this was a comfortable look, a bit more dressed up than I usually go for, but I really liked it and felt great in it. Sometimes, we just need to dress up to make our days brighter.
Final Thoughts
Bridgerton season 3 is fun, and I cannot wait to watch the rest of the episodes!
I adore Nicola Coughlan, and anytime she’s onscreen, it’s magical. Her chemistry with Luke Newton is only rivaled by last season’s Jonathan Bailey and Simone Ashley. The friends-to-lovers arc has been done masterfully through three seasons.
Another aspect of the season I loved was Eloise’s friendship with Cressida and Cressida’s increased role. At first, I was hesitant, but I love how they make each other better and actually work on their friendship. I miss Eloise and Penelope, but it’s interesting to see them navigating society without each other.
Oh, and we can’t forget Francesca’s relationship with John Stirling. They have amazing chemistry for a couple that barely speaks, and Francesca’s quiet yet gleaming comfort with John made me root for them from the first moment.
My favorite outfits this week were Colin’s, Cressida’s, and Francesca’s. But Eloise’s is probably the one I’d wear the most for summer.
Bridgerton’s Season 3 fashion is a great place to look for outfit inspiration. There are a lot of tiny elements that tie into the narrative of each character and a whole array of items from which you can get inspired.
If you want inspiration for a colorful summer look, definitely give Bridgerton a watch. Also, it’s just a fun, girly show that you’ll definitely want to binge-watch.
What do you think of my Bridgerton Season 3 fashion guide?
Would you wear any of the outfits? What’s your favorite Bridgerton season? What do you think of the season so far? Are you excited for the new episodes?
Wayne Brady got into a fight over the weekend in Malibu with a driver who hit his car and tried to run away, authorities said. The incident ended with the arrest of the other driver.
The “Don’t Forget the Lyrics” host was driving along Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu near Las Flores Road and Duke’s restaurant around 7:30 p.m. Sunday when another car backed into Brady’s, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept. said in a statement shared with The Times.
When Brady and the other driver pulled over to exchange information, the driver heard first responders’ sirens and ran away, the statement said. Brady attempted to stop the person, which led to “a minor physical altercation.”
The driver ran into a nearby neighborhood, where deputies arrested the individual on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, hit and run with damage to property, and battery, the statement said.
The department declined to release the person’s name, citing an ongoing investigation. Nobody required medical attention.
Representatives for Brady did not immediately respond to The Times’ requests for comment.
Brady most recently made headlines when he announced his pansexuality in an interview with People.
He said he was prompted to start discovering new parts of himself after the 2014 death of Robin Williams, along with his own battle with depression.
“I did all the therapy I could do,” he said. “I was treated for love addiction. It’s a part of my journey. I had to start examining why I was looking for myself and happiness in a slew of people.”
Brady has hosted TV shows including “Don’t Forget the Lyrics” and “Let’s Make a Deal” and was a frequent panelist on “Whose Line Is It Anyway,” for which he won a Primetime Emmy. He has also acted in “30 Rock” and “Chappelle’s Show.”
An accomplished stage actor, Brady also has starred in Broadway hits “Chicago,” “Rent” and “Hamilton.” He performed in a Hollywood Bowl revival of “Kinky Boots” in 2022 and next year will star as the titular character in the touring revival of “The Wiz.”
A massive former military hangar that burned in Tustin earlier this week, closing schools over asbestos worries, reignited Saturday night.
The city of Tustin tweeted that there was “an active flare-up above the north doors of the north hangar” around 5 p.m. Saturday, adding that the Orange County Fire Authority and the Tustin Fire Department were on scene.
The north hangar was one of two enormous structures on the property, 17 stories high and 1,000 feet long, that were used by the military during World War II and later served as sets for the TV show “Star Trek” and the film “Pearl Harbor.”
One of those hangars burned last week, creating a spectacle for drivers passing by.
The city also closed several public parks and canceled a planned Veterans Day celebration over health concerns stemming from possible contamination.
A note on the Tustin Unified School District’s website on Saturday said that Monday will be a “non-student day” on all campuses and that an environmental consulting firm has been retained to test all schools for contamination stemming from the fire.
SYDNEY, July 5, 2023 (Newswire.com)
– Animals Aboard with Dr. Harry, a brand new series, is set to launch on July 5, 2023. The show explores the fascinating stories of animals in transit around the globe, supported by one of the world’s largest pet transportation companies, Dogtainers.
Dogtainers takes viewers on an extraordinary journey behind the scenes, offering a one-of-a-kind glimpse into the inner workings of quarantine centres, venturing into the depths of cargo planes, and revealing the incredible lengths involved in animal transportation.
Watch Dr. Harry and a cast of colourful human and animal characters as they navigate heartwarming reunions, rescue organisations, finding new homes for unwanted pets, and the intriguing transportation of large and dangerous exotic creatures.
Animals Aboard features animals, including adorable family pets, as well as working dogs in border security, and some remarkable exotic animals, like Azizi, a young giraffe needing to move from Adelaide Zoo to Monarto Safari Park in Southern Australia to join a new family.
The Dogtainers team is overjoyed to be a part of this phenomenal show, joining forces with the esteemed Australian television icon Dr. Harry Cooper. With their extensive experience of over 50 years in pet transport, they take immense pride in sharing their passion for safe animal transport with the Australian public.
“Reuniting families is the cornerstone of what we do. Witnessing the heartwarming sight of a dog leaping into the loving embrace of their owner will forever be a timeless joy. We’re delighted to share this joy with the rest of Australia and proud to share our commitment to the safe and compassionate transport of every animal said,” Simon Jackson, CEO of Dogtainers.
Along with Dr. Harry, the remarkable team members of Dogtainers, including Paul, Jonathan, Thomas, Kim, and Gabe, are instrumental in bringing these extraordinary pet transport stories to life. Their unwavering dedication and expertise play a vital role in ensuring these beloved animals’ successful and heartwarming journeys.
Media contact: Ben Rogers, marketing@dogtainers.com.au
About Dogtainers:
Dogtainers is an Australian pet transport company specialising in tailor-made pet travel solutions. Founded in 1971, they have been providing both domestic and international pet moving services for more than 50 years. They are Australia’s largest pet relocation company by volume of animals moved each year and number of offices. Dogtainers prides themselves on their commitment to animal welfare and are members of IPATA.
Peter P. Clark, the founder of ATTIC STUDIOS, is set to premiere his award-winning one-hour pilot episode for his latest anthology series, DOSE, at the upcoming SeriesFest: Season 9 in Denver, Colorado. The highly-stylized series aims to provide thought-provoking and revealing cinematic television in the vein of popular shows like Black Mirror and Twilight Zone, encouraging viewers to try watching one or two episodes of DOSE at a time in moderation.
The DOSE pilot episode, entitled “Ghost in the Mushroom,” follows the story of Jeremy, a successful fashion maven who faces the trauma of losing his wife and finds himself on the verge of a complete psychotic breakdown. To cope, he risks his sanity with a dangerous dose of psilocybin in an experimental psychedelic-assisted therapy session, only to discover that his reality is far from what it seems. The episode features an outstanding cast, including Dominic Bogart, Christine Jones, and Rachel Prather, and was written and directed by Peter P. Clark, with Nick Krasnic and Katerina Kilbina producing.
Each episode of DOSE delves into the story of complex characters driven by desperate needs who turn to risky chemical substances to help them navigate their deepest fears. The series explores the new frontier of psychedelic science, taking the viewer on an unexpected trip with Psilocybin, Ketamine, MDMA, Peyote, Ibogaine, LSD, and Ayahuasca as their visionary guides.
SeriesFest: Season 9 will run from May 5-10 in Denver, Colorado, featuring six days of in-competition screenings, panels, and workshops, as well as never-before-seen sneak peeks and television premieres. Peter P. Clark and the DOSE cast will be present at the festival, with the screening of the pilot episode taking place in block two on Saturday, May 6th, 2023, at 5:45 pm at Sie FilmCenter: Fries Theater 2510 East Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80206.
Peter P. Clark is a socially conscious filmmaker based in New York City and Miami. His vision for a run-down warehouse at the foot of the Queensborough Bridge birthed ATTIC STUDIOS in 2010, providing a space for emerging photographers and filmmakers to collaborate and network with like-minded creatives. Since then, ATTIC STUDIOS has become a go-to production hub for some of the world’s biggest brands, major television shows, print publications, and top fashion photographers. Peter’s success with ATTIC STUDIOS led to the opportunity to pursue his lifelong ambition of writing and directing his cinematic visions. Inspired by shows like Black Mirror, he created DOSE, an anthology series that examines the emerging science of psychedelics, and is concurrently developing DOSE Rx, a multi-season episodic in the style of Grey’s Anatomy. Additionally, he is producing a biopic based on the life of Thomas King Forcade, founder of High Times Magazine.
The Wizarding World is coming back to life — I don’t think it ever died — but it will be returning in the form of a decade-long TV series.
Before we get into my thoughts on that… a brief Harry Potter generational overview:
Harry Potter is a cultural phenomenon. Just about every human on the planet has seen each of the movies at least once or — like me — rewatches Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone (2001) every Christmas. At this point, it’s tough to find a person who hasn’t entered this magical world.
The instant anything new within the Wizarding World is announced, I hop online to get the tea. I followed the Hogwarts syllabus in Fantastic Beasts. After reading Quidditch Through the Ages, I know Quidditch through and through. And The Tale of the Three Brothers — in The Tales of Beedle the Bard — is a storybook I wish I had as a kid.
To me, Harry Potter is not merely a children’s story but a mystical journey that had me waiting — and I’m still waiting! — for my Hogwarts School Of Witchcraft And Wizardry acceptance letter.
As I said, I patiently wait for anything that will draw me back to the world of wands, pranks, and curses. Then arrived Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the story of Albus Severus Potter and his Hogwarts Journey. It was my first true disappointment in the series.
University teams play quidditch, the game of Harry Potter books fame Photo by: Sergei Bachlakov / Shutterstock
But there’s far more to this than books, plays, and movies. People can actually visit classic locations, swill ButterBeer at a Harry Potter-themed Park, and even celebrate Harry Potter-themed birthdays or weddings. There are rare moments when magic isn’t present in some form or the other. And soon enough, Hogwarts Legacy launched. I practiced using the PlayStation in anticipation of this immersive, role-playing game set in the world first introduced in the Harry Potter books.
For anyone who hasn’t played the game — Spoiler Alert! — it’s set in Hogwarts. But it takes place in a whole different era — pre-he who must not be named. It revolves around the idea of ancient magic and the Goblin Rebellion. A completely original story that we haven’t heard yet and that makes it thrilling!
Now comes Warner Bros. Discovery’s announcement that they’re collaborating with Max — formally HBO Max— on a fresh TV series based on the original 7 books.
“This new Max Original series will dive deep into each of the iconic books that fans have continued to enjoy for all of these years,” Casey Bloys — Chairman and CEO, HBO & Max Content — said about the project. Bloys assures fans it will be “a faithful adaptation.”
Now, here’s my question … I’m a faithful Harry Potter fan… but do we really need to reboot the books for the small screen?
The final film premiered a little over a decade ago. And the 8 movies in total take 20+ hours to view. Sure, portions of the books were edited out, but don’t most film adaptations lose something in translation?
“Max’s commitment to preserving the integrity of my books is important to me, and I’m looking forward to being part of this new adaptation which will allow for a degree of depth and detail only afforded by a long-form television series,” said Rowling in a statement.
British Actors and Cast Members Rupert Grint (l) Emma Watson (c) and Daniel Radcliffe (r) Arrive at the World Premiere of ‘Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2’ Held on Trafalgar Square in Central London Britain 07 July 2011 Photo by: Daniel Deme/EPA/Shutterstock
Wouldn’t it be better to create a show around a fresh story that links to the Wizarding World? There’s a reason why Star Wars hasn’t been remade. Instead, we got shows like Andor and Mandalorian, that showcased other characters. We got the Rings Of Power which was all about how the rings were created and the rise of Sauron — not merely one more version of that magnificent trilogy. Game of Thrones — at the time a worldwide cultural phenomenon — produced such an unsatisfying final season that no one’s interested in a remake. Instead, we got House of The Dragon, a prequel about when the Targaryens ruled.
There’s so much out there that can be done with the Magical world… A show about Voldemort’s rise to power and the first time the wizards fought against the Dark Lord. Or the various Goblin Rebellions or the four founders of Hogwarts. So why does Max want to bring back the original story? There’ll be no twists or turns — we all know how it ends. And 10 years is a loooooong time commitment.
Perhaps it’s purely a cash-squeezing venture for the younger generation to watch different actors take on the roles. Although the original movies are available to stream and the books can be re-read, and the games can be played at any time. But to me, Daniel Radcliff, Emma Watson, and Rupert Grint will always be Harry, Hermione, and Ron. That doesn’t mean I — and millions of others — won’t give Warner Bros. Discovery’s Harry Potter series a chance.
The new season of Wine Oh! TV will release on February 14, 2023. The brand new season will be founder and host Monique Soltani’s first since losing her husband to Colon Cancer, the first as a single mom, and her first post-pandemic production.
Press Release –
Feb 13, 2023 09:00 EST
SAN FRANCISCO, February 13, 2023 (Newswire.com)
– Thinque Media announced today the new season of Wine Oh! TV will release on February 14, 2023. The brand new season will be founder and host Monique Soltani’s first since losing her husband to Colon Cancer, the first as a single mom, and her first post-pandemic production.
“When Mark got sick, my show felt so small and when we lost Mark, we lost everything. Then Covid came and we lost community. I was drowning but I had our four year-old twins to save from sinking,” remembers Soltani.
I rise again reborn with a new sense of purpose yet my intention remains the same. Life is meant to be shared. We come together around the table, life’s most meaningful moments made with a meal. Human connection isn’t just essential, it is everything, and as always, my through-line to connecting with the world is wine.”
Wine Oh! TV invites audiences to join Soltani on her journey from trauma to triumph as she travels to wine regions around the world with the purpose of bringing people together by connecting through community and culture.
The new season of Wine Oh! TV debuts on Valentine’s Day 2023 and made available to watch directly on wineoh.tv. The first episode features Umbria, Italy, the home of Saint Valentine, where he used a wine from the region to marry star-crossed lovers. Each additional new episode is set to be released throughout the winter and spring months and made available for audiences around the world to watch on wineoh.tv while distribution deals are in the works.
“As I think about Wine Oh! TV this season, the word joy always comes to mind,” said Soltani. “After experiencing tremendous loss in my own life and learning to navigate a new normal with two small children, my focus now is to bring joy to the world. Wine Oh! TV is a family-friendly show you can turn on while you are making dinner and your children are running around the house or helping you in the kitchen. Wine is the through-line but at its heart it’s about people, places, how we come together, and what connects us.”
Every episode also answers three essential questions most asked by Wine Oh! TV’s audience over the last decade: What is there to drink, what is there to do, and what is there to eat in each wine region. This season Wine Oh! TV shines the spotlight on smaller wine regions with Umbria, Walla Walla, Mendocino, Paso Robles, and Lodi taking center stage.
New this season, Wine Oh! TV brought on the best team in the business. The domestic episodes were shot by DuPont, Peabody, SPJ, Murrow, Scripts Howard, and Emmy award-winning Cinematographer Michael Horn and assisted by James Beard and Emmy award-winning journalist Mary Orlin. With power house Emmy award-winning Anaconda Street Productions making magic in the post production department. Wine Oh! TV is now shot in the half-hour format for legacy television and online distribution.
“I am so grateful to have found my way back after all I have been through and so thankful to all of you for seeing me through. We are all on a journey and I hope you will join me on mine as I travel to wine regions around the world with the purpose of bringing people together by breaking bread, opening a bottle, and connecting through culture,” said Soltani.
The family week of Bigg Boss 16 saw many loved ones of the contestants entering the controversial house. Shiv Thakare’s mother, MC Stan’s mom, Priyanka Chahar Choudhary’s brother and many more became a part of Bigg Boss 16. For Sajid Khan, sister Farah Khan entered the house and even spent her birthday with the housemates. Next, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia’s father entered the Bigg Boss 16 house and greeted everyone with affection and love including Priyanka Chahar Choudhary. But in the new promo, we see the actress getting pissed with her father. Also Read – Bigg Boss 16 star Tina Datta, Nisha Rawal, Shweta Tiwari and more TV actresses who have been in abusive relationships
In the promo, we see that Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia’s father advices her to play solo and get out of the mandali. He questions why Sajid Khan said that she will stab them in the back when the time arises. Nimrit tries to justify but then gets a little pissed. Later, we also see her crying and saying that parents of other children always have good things to say but he always puts her down. Soundarya Sharma can be seen seated next to them. Also Read – Trending TV News Today: Sumbul Touqeer team’s message for Bigg Boss 16 makers, TV channels issued warning over Rishabh Pant accident coverage and more
Check out the Bigg Boss 16 promo below:
Nimrit aur uske dad ke confrontation ka kya niklega solution? ?
Well, it remains to be seen if the father-daughter duo are able to mend ways or not. During the Weekend Ka Vaar, Salman Khan has also adviced Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia to keep her own stand and rather showcase her own personality. The mandali consists of Sajid Khan, MC Stan, Shiv Thakare, Abdu Rozik, Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia and Sumbul Touqeer Khan. They share the closests bond and have played the game as a team so far. But with finale fast approaching, it remains to be seen how the game with change. Also Read – Bigg Boss 16: MC Stan to get hitched with GF Anam Shaikh aka Buba in 2024? [Watch Video]
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