No matter where you are in the world, money is always the main concern. Some will do anything to get it, scrupulously or not. Some others will learn how to play the game and build from it. Knowing how to make and keep money is a gift but one needs to understand and follow the […]
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You don’t expect a conversation about The Real Housewives to come up when sitting down with Sam Riley — and that’s exactly what makes his turn in ISLANDS feel so unexpectedly alive. Directed by Jan-Ole Gerster, ISLANDS is a sun-drenched psychological thriller set at a luxury island resort, where escape is an illusion and routine
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In ISLANDS, director Jan-Ole Gerster builds a quiet but steadily unsettling character study around people who appear to be living in paradise, yet remain fundamentally stranded. Set at a luxury island resort, the film follows Tom, a tennis coach played by Sam Riley, whose carefully arranged routine is disrupted when a family enters his orbit
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After Ed Burns earned his crown in the indie film world when The Brothers McMullen won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival in 1995, the New York City filmmaker remained true to his creative M.O., if you will. Sure, his characters might find love before the ending credits roll, but not without
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On the surface, Anthony Katz is not your stereotypical tech company founder. No North Face vest or Arc’teryx athleisure in sight. When I met Katz at the Hyperice headquarters in Irvine, California, on an “off day,” he was, in fact, working. Unassuming in all-black shorts and a tee, Katz was warm, welcoming, and ready to
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In our LATF throwback interview and photoshoot series, this week we feature AnnaSophia Robb‘s sit down talk with LATF USA’s publisher Michele Elyzabeth during her time promoting the film Soul Surfer. Recently, Robb was announced as a cast member of the off-Broadway All Nighter. ——- There is an all new generation of talent in their
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Michael C. Pitt has always been a master of transformation, bringing intensity and depth to every role he inhabits. From his breakout performance in Hedwig and the Angry Inch to unforgettable turns in The Dreamers and Funny Games, Pitt is known for tackling characters that push boundaries and dive headfirst into the human psyche. Now,
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When it comes down to the heart of “The Chicken Sisters” series on Hallmark+, it digs up that age-old sibling rivalry between the main characters: Amanda and Mae – but also the challenges of family working together. LATF USA News sat down with Lea Thompson and Schuyler Fisk to talk their latest series. Schuyler worked
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CLICK TO WATCH Based on the NY Times Bestseller by KJ Dell’Antonia, “The Chicken Sisters” on Hallmark+ is dipped in southern charm and served up with a saucy side of romance. The setting is the fictional town of Merinac, where a generations-old rift between dueling fried chicken restaurants – Mimi’s and Frannie’s – has
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In a race for all channels to launch their own streaming platform, Hallmark now has Hallmark+ with new series; both reality and scripted. Always loyal to their wholesome brand, their latest release of “The Chicken Sisters” is a perfect fit. Based on the NY Times Bestseller of the same name penned by KJ Dell’Antonia, this
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For over 25 years, film director and screenwriter Lee Tamahori has wanted to work with acclaimed actor Guy Pearce. Although Pearce was known in Australia for the series Neighbours, his international break came when he starred in L.A Confidential alongside Russell Crowe, Danny de Vito, and Kim Bassinger. The film received nine Academy Award nominations including Best
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Julie Delpy has long been respected in the film industry, both in front of and behind the camera. She has become internationally renowned as an actress, director, editor and writer. Since the tender age of 14, Delpy has worked with some of the world’s most esteemed directors, including Jean-Luc Godard for Detective, Agneiszka Holland for
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LATF USA sat down with Bradley Whitford (Commander Lawrence) and Max Minghella (Nick) to talk about the highly anticipated fifth season of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” now streaming on HULU. Adapted from the classic novel by Margaret Atwood, The Handmaid’s Tale is the story of life in the dystopia of Gilead, a totalitarian society
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Storytelling is not an easy thing to do. In fact, it’s quite complex. Imagine telling a story about a true story that you were originally a part of, which was actually all a lie created by someone else who was telling their own story, which was fake. Wrap your head around that. Filmmaker Jono
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Alfred Hitchcock, the ‘master of suspense’ once said, “Give them pleasure. The same pleasure they have when they wake up from a nightmare.” He had a rare talent for making films that expanded audience’s imaginations in the darkest way possible. When you are a fan of horror and thrillers, as I am; you are entertained
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Music can be a very powerful means of expression. Lyrics can convey messages on a universal plane and possibly even unite people who otherwise, may not see eye-to-eye. In the current age of music, where EDM, dubstep and hip-hop reign, it seems as though digitally mastered beats take precedence over fundamental songwriting. But that wasn’t
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Rob Reiner and Nora Ephron defined “love” for me at the ripe age of twelve years-old when I first watched “When Harry Met Sally.” The story of budding friendship and love transformed me, and millions of other women into hopeful romantics. These are the kind of tales that drive Rob Reiner as a director and
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Percy Romeo Miller, Jr., A.K.A., “Romeo,” has quite a resume for a young man only 21 years of age. Currently starring in the highly-rated ABC dance competition, “Dancing With The Stars,” Romeo is redeeming himself from the unfortunate injury that eliminated him from the show 10 seasons ago, when he was originally slated to perform.
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