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Washington Post
10-05-2025
- Sport
- Washington Post
PGA CHAMPIONSHIP '25: Career Grand Slam winners and those on the cusp
Players who have won the career Grand Slam of all four professional majors, the order they won them and how many tries it took before getting the final leg: U.S. Open: 1922 PGA Championship: 1922 British Open: 1932 Masters: 1935 (first attempt) PGA Championship: 1946 U.S. Open: 1948 Masters: 1951 British Open: 1953 (first attempt)
Edinburgh Live
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
'Terrifying' Netflix little-known Stephen King horror 'really gets under viewers' skin'
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info The 2017 Netflix film 1922, directed by Zak Hilditch, is a mind-bending horror drama that has garnered a staggering 92% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Based on Stephen King's 2010 novella of the same name, the movie stars Thomas Jane as Wilfred "Wilf" James, a proud farmer living in rural Nebraska in 1922 with his wife Arlette and their 14 year old son Henry. When Arlette reveals plans to sell the farm and move to Omaha, Wilf manipulates Henry into helping him murder his mother, exploiting the teenager's romance with Shannon Cotterie, which Arlette strongly disapproves of. As the story unfolds, Wilf's actions lead to a downward spiral of guilt, paranoia, and madness, ultimately culminating in the family's devastating downfall. Thomas Jane's chilling performance as the troubled Wilf earned him widespread critical acclaim. Interestingly, the film's production team initially began principal photography in Vancouver but struggled to find a suitable farmhouse with a cornfield due to the timing of the harvest season. Despite this challenge, Hilditch successfully brought King's haunting tale to life, weaving a dark and unsettling narrative that explores the darkest corners of the human psyche. The corn seen in the film ultimately had to be created with a mix of Chinese corn props, computer graphics (CG), and scenes shot in Boort, Australia. Eventually, they anchored down in Langley city for a farmhouse scene and wrapped up the movie's production in Boort, reports Surrey Live. Critics warmly greeted the slow-burning intensity of 1922 at its release, noting its creeping eeriness. One critic said: "There's an unshakable menace that lingers, a tale of guilt and regret that burrows its way under the skin." Meanwhile, another observer added: "1922 is a movie that gets under your skin. It maintains a menacing vibe from start to finish without ever relying on overused gimmicks or formulas." (Image: Channel 4) The acting was also lauded, with one review saying: "The performances are great from was a movie that probably should have been on the big screen." Compliments continued as another critic said: "1922 is an effective, chilling bit of work that boasts a revelatory lead performance and a compelling, gradual erosion of a man's psyche." From the audience perspective, 1922 had a more varied reception, enthralling some while leaving others less enthused. An impressed viewer said: "I love this movie, it's so entertaining to me. The scenery is probably my favourite part and the story in general, and just the way it was filmed and the song placement and choice is just amazing." One less impressed viewer added: "Honestly, this movie is bad. It's not on the cinematic side as much as the storyline. It was so slow of a movie I couldn't keep watching. I have been watching it for 2 days and kept falling asleep. It's very forgettable. After they killed his wife there was no more thrill to the story, nothing to make me remember anything." But others loved the film, saying: "This movie is great, I think the problem people have with it is that it's not for them. People use movies to escape life, this is not what this movie is. It is life, and it has no mercy. One of the best movies I've seen, amazingly done." While one reviewer described the film as "a disturbing story of betrayal, love, and murder" that provides "an intense viewing from start to finish", another offered their view listing it as an "amazing psychological horror" featuring "perfect pacing" and a "great and accurate atmosphere". Another meticulous critique noted: "Each moment within this film is employed judiciously. Even during quieter scenes, the camera lingers, skilfully eliciting the very emotions coursing through the characters. Each frame possesses the potential to be a captivating photograph, exuding sheer beauty. The ensemble cast delivers an astounding performance, with Thomas Jane standing out in particular. His portrayal breathes life into Wilfred's emotions, resonating deeply within me. Undoubtedly, this ranks among my all-time favourite horror films." 1922 is streaming on Netflix now.
Daily Record
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Underrated Netflix horror 'so menacing it gets under your skin' but fans are divided
Thomas Jane starred in the adaptation of Stephen King's novella in 2010, with the film now available to stream on Netflix Zak Hilditch's 1922 has scored an impressive 92 per cent on Rotten Tomatoes, establishing its place as a thrilling horror drama. This film, inspired by Stephen King's 2010 novella of the same name, was both penned and directed by Hilditch. It made its debut on Netflix in October 2017, garnering acclaim for Thomas Jane's hauntingly powerful portrayal. Alongside him, 1922 features Neal McDonough, Molly Parker, Dylan Schmid, and Kaitlyn Bernard. Thomas Jane steps into the shoes of Wilfred "Wilf" James, playing a farmer rooted in his simple yet pronounced pride, located in Hemingford, Nebraska during the year 1922. He lives with his wife Arlette James and their teenage son Henry. Confronted by Arlette's intentions to sell the family farm and uproot to Omaha, Wilf persuades his impressionable son to partake in murdering her, reports Surrey Live. Leveraging Henry's romance with Shannon Cotterie, which is sternly opposed by Arlette, Wilf entices his son using the relationship as bait, leading to Henry's reluctant collaboration in the heinous act. The aftermath sees Arlette's remains disposed of in a derelict well, triggering the gradual and harrowing disintegration of the family, with Wilf experiencing a grim consequence. 1922's initial filming phase kicked off in Vancouver; however, due to harvest season considerations, the production team faced challenges securing a farmhouse set amidst a cornfield in time to meet the filming schedule. For the movie's production, real corn was out of question, leading to a creative mix of corn props from China, CG wizardry, and scenes filmed in Boort, Australia. The final farmhouse setting for the shoot was nailed down in the city of Langley before wrapping up the filming back in Boort. Delivering a simmering intensity, "1922" earned acclaim from critics when it premiered, lauded for its unsettling impact. One film critic said: "There's an unshakable menace that lingers, a tale of guilt and regret that burrows its way under the skin." Another shared their impressions, writing: "1922 is a movie that gets under your skin. It maintains a menacing vibe from start to finish without ever relying on overused gimmicks or formulas." The cast received high praise for their stellar acting from another reviewer who mentioned: "The performances are great from was a movie that probably should have been on the big screen." A different critic noted the movie's horrifying grasp, adding: "1922 is an effective, chilling bit of work that boasts a revelatory lead performance and a compelling, gradual erosion of a man's psyche." Reactions from audiences were various, with some being thoroughly taken with the film, whilst others weren't as enthralled. Commenting on their enjoyment, a viewer said: "I love this movie, it's so entertaining to me. The scenery is probably my favourite part and the story in general, and just the way it was filmed and the song placement and choice is just amazing." One viewer added: "Honestly, this movie is bad. It's not on the cinematic side as much as the storyline. It was so slow of a movie I couldn't keep watching. I have been watching it for 2 days and kept falling asleep. It's very forgettable. After they killed his wife there was no more thrill to the story, nothing to make me remember anything." Conversely, another film fan said: "This movie is great, I think the problem people have with it is that it's not for them. People use movies to escape life, this is not what this movie is. It is life, and it has no mercy. One of the best movies I've seen, amazingly done." While one audience member described it as "a disturbing story of betrayal, love, and murder" that provides "an intense viewing from start to finish", someone else praised it as an "amazing psychological horror" boasting "perfect pacing" and a "great and accurate atmosphere". An intricate review noted: "Each moment within this film is employed judiciously. Even during quieter scenes, the camera lingers, skilfully eliciting the very emotions coursing through the characters. Each frame possesses the potential to be a captivating photograph, exuding sheer beauty. The ensemble cast delivers an astounding performance, with Thomas Jane standing out in particular. His portrayal breathes life into Wilfred's emotions, resonating deeply within me. Undoubtedly, this ranks among my all-time favourite horror films."
Irish Daily Mirror
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
One of the best Netflix horror movies I've seen - but I fall asleep watching
Zak Hilditch's film 1922 has garnered a whopping 92 per cent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, marking it as a deeply affecting horror drama. The flick, which is an adaptation of Stephen King's 2010 novella by the same title, was both penned and helmed by Hilditch and made its debut on Netflix in October 2017. Thomas Jane's portrayal as the protagonist received heaps of acclaim for his chillingly powerful act. The cast of 1922 also includes Neal McDonough, Molly Parker, Dylan Schmid, and Kaitlyn Bernard. In the movie, Thomas Jane embodies Wilfred "Wilf" James, a modest yet staunch farmer residing in Hemingford, Nebraska, during the year 1922, alongside his spouse Arlette James and their teenage son, Henry. Confronted with Arlette's intent to sell off their land and relocate to Omaha, Wilf manipulates his son into colluding to murder his mother. He leverages Henry's affair with Shannon Cotterie as leverage – due to Arlette's vehement objection to their relationship – and the youngster hesitantly consents to assist his dad. Wilf ultimately disposes of Arlette's remains in a deserted well, reports Surrey Live. The aftermath is the family's – and particularly Wilf's – gradual and excruciating disintegration. Despite plans to shoot 1922's main photography in Vancouver, the team faced a snag as they couldn't secure a farmhouse with an adjoining cornfield during harvest season, throwing a wrench in their filming schedule. The film's team had to get creative when it came to depicting corn, opting for Chinese-made corn props, computer-generated wizardry (CG), and scenes shot in the Aussie town of Boort. They then settled on a farmhouse in Langley as a prime location before wrapping up filming back in Boort. Critics hailed '1922' as an intense slow-burner that garnered plenty of positive buzz for its skin-crawling impact. One critic said: "There's an unshakable menace that lingers, a tale of guilt and regret that burrows its way under the skin." While another added: "1922 is a movie that gets under your skin. It maintains a menacing vibe from start to finish without ever relying on overused gimmicks or formulas." Praise was also lavished on the stellar cast, with one reviewer saying: "The performances are great from was a movie that probably should have been on the big screen." Another reviewer praised its storytelling prowess: "1922 is an effective, chilling bit of work that boasts a revelatory lead performance and a compelling, gradual erosion of a man's psyche." Viewer reactions were split, with some thoroughly captivated by the film, but others weren't quite as taken. One viewer said: "I love this movie, it's so entertaining to me. The scenery is probably my favourite part and the story in general, and just the way it was filmed and the song placement and choice is just amazing." While another viewer added: "Honestly, this movie falls short. The issues lie more with the narrative than the cinematic aspects. The pacing was so slow that I struggled to stay engaged, and it took me two days to finish, frequently dozing off. The storyline is very forgettable, and after the wife's death, the plot lost its thrill, leaving nothing memorable." On the other hand, another audience member disagreed, saying: "This movie is great, I think the problem people have with it is that it's not for them. People use movies to escape life, this is not what this movie is. It is life, and it has no mercy. One of the best movies I've seen, amazingly done." One enthusiastic review described the film as "a disturbing story of betrayal, love, and murder" that provides "an intense viewing from start to finish" Another viewer praised it as an "amazing psychological horror" with "perfect pacing" and a "great and accurate atmosphere". A more in-depth review praised the film's thoughtful approach: "Each moment within this film is employed judiciously. Even during quieter scenes, the camera lingers, skilfully eliciting the very emotions coursing through the characters. Each frame possesses the potential to be a captivating photograph, exuding sheer beauty. The ensemble cast delivers an astounding performance, with Thomas Jane standing out in particular. His portrayal breathes life into Wilfred's emotions, resonating deeply within me. Undoubtedly, this ranks among my all-time favourite horror films."
The Guardian
25-04-2025
- Politics
- The Guardian
Tories urged not to ‘panic' into uniting with Reform or removing Badenoch
Senior Conservatives have warned colleagues against 'bloody panic', urging them not to consider doing deals with Reform or removing Kemi Badenoch as leader, as the party braces for a disastrous set of local election results. Two former cabinet ministers warned against changing direction regardless of the result next Friday, with Andrew Mitchell saying 'talk of deals with Reform is misplaced' and John Glen arguing Badenoch must not be 'pushed off course'. Badenoch's party is already divided ahead of the election in which it is expected to lose hundreds of council seats, after Ben Houchen, the Tees Valley mayor, suggested a pact with Reform would be necessary. Robert Jenrick, the shadow justice secretary, also said he wanted to bring together a coalition of the right, though he insisted he was talking about bringing back voters, not a deal with Farage's party. Many Tories believe Jenrick has already embarked on a thinly disguised leadership campaign, which he denies. Houchen is also thought of as a possible future leadership contender, with some of his rivals believing he could give up his peerage and seek to enter parliament through a byelection. Conservative MPs said privately that there were constant whispers and rumours in the tea rooms about 'regicide' of Badenoch by submitting letters of no confidence if the results next week are a wipeout, although the majority view was that it would not be possible after giving her such a short time in charge. Jenrick on Friday said he was on 'exactly the same page' as Badenoch, and wanted to 'put Reform out of business'. He also said he thought Badenoch was doing a 'bloody good job' and called for people to 'give her a break'. Jenrick weighed in behind his leader in an interview with ITV's Good Morning Britain about his campaign against stolen tools, which sources said had been set up initially without the knowledge of Conservative HQ – although he approached Badenoch for permission to make the media appearance on Thursday and was given approval to go ahead. Both their teams insisted it was fully sanctioned and there was nothing unusual about the process. In her own remarks to reporters on Friday, Badenoch confirmed: 'We are not doing a deal with Reform, there's not going to be a pact. What we need to do right now is focus on ensuring that voters have a credible Conservative offer.' Mitchell, an ex-chief whip and development secretary, said his colleagues should heed the historic words of Rear Admiral Sir Morgan Morgan-Giles who told the 1922 Committee in 1971: 'Pro bono publico, no bloody panico'. 'Reform is trying to destroy the Conservative party and at the last election Reform may have taken five seats off us but the Lib Dems took nearly 60,' Mitchell said. 'The right way to deal with Reform is not to talk about deals, which is a sign of weakness, but spend time developing the right policies. 'Leading the Conservative party now is an extremely difficult job and I don't believe the archangel Gabriel would be doing a better job.' His position was echoed by Simon Hoare, a former housing minister, who said: 'Without sounding too much like Corporal Jones, this is 'don't panic'. 'It's an early staging post after the general election. A parliament is a marathon not a sprint. We are not even a year since the general election, and it will be a five year parliament. We've got to take our fences slowly and steadily and our key challenge as a parliamentary party is to prove ourselves steady under fire, [and be] calm, rational and mature.' Another senior Conservative said the 'prevailing mood is headless chicken' in relation to Reform, but MPs need to 'stop panicking about Reform and think how bad it would look' to depose another leader. Glen, who attended cabinet as chief secretary to the Treasury, said Badenoch had been elected after 'an exhaustive process' and that she has been in post for less than six months. 'The next general election is over four years away and all Conservative MPs know we have a lot of hard work ahead to rebuild trust,' he said. 'There are no short cuts to this process but Kemi has set out the pathway to recovery based on thorough policy work and honesty with the electorate. Next week's elections are likely to be tough but I have every confidence Kemi has a clear plan and she should not be pushed off course by any outcome we face next week.' Some moderate Conservative MPs, however, said they wanted to see less aping of Reform and a 'much more honest' case for why the Conservatives should be the answer. A former minister said the message should be that those voting Reform have 'legitimate grievances' especially on economics, and a clear offer with serious policymaking to address how Britain's low wage economy and open welfare state is 'sucking in migrants'. On the prospect of a deal with Reform, one centrist MP said: 'I can see why some people would welcome this as a sort of instant hit, something which might give a quick boost, but in the longer term it would make it much harder for us to win elections, and it would really risk splitting the party. 'Views are mixed, but there would be a significant number of people who would just not be comfortable campaigning under a Reform banner. And if you think about the areas where we lost so many seats to the Lib Dems, it would make things even worse. As a statement of intent it's pretty big: as a party we have decided to effectively abandon one wing of opinion.' Another sceptical Tory MP said uniting the Conservatives and Reform would be an 'unbelievably poisonous marriage' that would not be sustainable.
