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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Napoleon Dynamite' Star Says Patty Duke Was Her Mentor: 'She Gave Me Wonderful Advice'
'Napoleon Dynamite' Star Says Patty Duke Was Her Mentor: 'She Gave Me Wonderful Advice' originally appeared on Parade. Haylie Duff, known for her roles in Napoleon Dynamite and 7th Heaven, is opening up about her decades-long acting career. During a June 2025 interview with TV Insider, Duff shared that legendary actress Patty Duke, who died in 2016, was her mentor. She noted that they co-starred together in the 2009 Hallmark Family film, Love Finds a Home. "I had some good fortune of working with some really special actresses throughout the years and made impacts on me. Patty Duke comes to mind. I really loved spending time with her on set. She gave me wonderful advice, spent a lot of time with me when we worked together," said Duff during the interview. Duff also said Anjelica Huston was a source of support when they filmed the 2006 movie Material Girls. "Anjelica Huston was another who made a big impact on me. She went out of her way to encourage me and left a lasting impact on me," said Duff. While speaking to TV Insider, Duff shared that her children Ryan, 10, and Lucy, 7, have watched Napoleon Dynamite, which premiered in 2004. She explained that her daughter's friend mentioned her character Summer Wheatly. "She was like, 'Who is Summer Wheatly?' He was like, 'How do you not know your mom is Summer Wheatly?' She came home and was mad at me about it. She was like, 'Mom, who is that?' I explained it. She knows I'm and actor and am in this business, but she was 6 at the time. I didn't feel I need to explain that," said Duff during the June 2025 interview. Duff spoke fondly about her time filming Napoleon Dynamite during a 2019 TooFab interview. "I have so many great memories from that whole experience. That was a wonderful cast," said Duff to the publication. She said she particularly enjoyed a day wherein she and her castmates spent time at a lake. "We all spent the day swimming and boating and it was a great bonding experience for us," said Duff during the interview. 'Napoleon Dynamite' Star Says Patty Duke Was Her Mentor: 'She Gave Me Wonderful Advice' first appeared on Parade on Jun 26, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
CNN
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
His celebrity transformations are bizarre and the process is captivating
During the Fall-Winter 2025 haute couture shows in Paris, Morticia Addams — the eerie and elegant matriarch from 'The Addams Family' movie franchise — can be seen slinking around the cobblestoned streets of the French capital. Tall, ghostly pale, and with long jet-black hair cascading down her back, this Addams could pass, at a quick glance, for the actor Anjelica Huston, who played Addams in the 1990s films. Underneath the flowing tresses, though, is a muscular 31-year-old man: Alexis Stone, a performance and makeup artist known to 1.3 million Instagram followers and hundreds of thousands more on TikTok. While multiple TikTok creators today adeptly use makeup to drastically alter their facial features to resemble particular celebrities, Stone's work goes beyond full-face treatments into whole-body transformations, presented live and in public. Using prosthetics, special effects makeup and bespoke enhancements (such as custom scents), the result is often on par with the kind of execution one might see on the big screen. 'I think people have an idea that we go to a Halloween shop and buy these things over the counter, but everything is handmade and takes decades of experience to put together,' said Stone. In June, he gave CNN a tour of his apartment in Glasgow, Scotland. Here, in his home, is where the prototypes and final looks are developed. Impersonating Huston as Addams was an eight-week process that required intensive research, said Stone. 'We wanted to reference as close to the original Addams as possible, from the original wig to her iconic black, torn sequin gown (both sourced from the film's costume department),' explained Stone. On a long wooden table are Polaroids, taken by hair stylist and wig designer Paul Huntley in the '90s, of Huston and her late costar Raul Julia, who played the role of husband Gomez Addams. 'All the pictures are originals so please be careful with them,' reads an accompanying message. 'There are a lot of moving parts, from sculpting and mold-making to the hair team, who will get started on the wigs and eyebrows. Occasionally, I have contact lenses that are custom-made,' said Stone. The room where he primarily does his prosthetic development has a giant mirror and ring light, as well as shelves of paints, face molds, and other workshop tools — the sort of setup seen in the 2024 TV remake of 'The Day of the Jackal.' 'It is the same kind of production, lead times and budgets that you see in the film and TV industry — except we're doing it for real life,' Stone noted. Those budgets, he said, can reach six figures. Stone, whose legal name is Elliot Joseph Rentz, attends Paris Fashion Week twice a year under the guise of a celebrity, a famous character or a celebrity playing a famous character. Those personalities have included Jack Nicholson, Lana Del Rey, Madonna, Adele, Jennifer Coolidge, and Glenn Close as Cruella de Vil from the 1996 film remake '101 Dalmatians'. The makeup artist left his hometown, Brighton, England, aged 16 and bounced around London, Manchester, Luleå in Sweden, and New York, before settling on Glasgow. Coming from what he described as a 'broken' family, Stone became interested in the idea of morphing into someone else from a young age. 'When I was a kid, I loved being unrecognizable, wearing wigs, fat suits and clip-in teeth, and I think that naturally evolved. Soothing my inner childhood by dressing up wasn't necessarily a direction I was aiming for, but it's something I fell into, and it's been an interesting journey,' Stone said. In 2018, Stone achieved international notoriety as he convinced social media followers that he had undergone extensive plastic surgery over a span of six months, including a botched procedure — only to later reveal that it was all a hoax. 'At the core of my work is really this expression of identity and using the power of makeup,' said Stone. The turning point in Stone's career was attending Balenciaga's runway show in March 2022 as Robin Williams' character in 'Mrs. Doubtfire.' 'I wasn't well versed in the world of fashion, but Demna (the brand's designer) had stumbled across my work, and we decided to work together,' said Stone. Since then, Stone has been a front row fixture at fashion week — attending the shows of Balenciaga as well as Diesel, Jean Paul Gaultier and Hugo Boss — always in the uncanny likeness of a familiar face. Today, it's not uncommon to see a celebrity lookalike at a fashion event. A Kate Moss doppelganger (who dubs herself 'Fake Moss') created a social media frenzy in 2023 when she was spotted in an Aldi supermarket in Manchester ahead of the Chanel show. In 2024, she walked the runway for the up-and-coming label Marine Serre. Last year, the fashion label Alexander Wang garnered attention for using lookalikes of Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and Kylie Jenner in an advertising campaign. The ad, posted by the brand on Instagram and TikTok, was captioned '100% certified authentic.' 'Brands love to be part of these viral stunts,' said Stone. 'It is, in essence, the ultimate marketing campaign because it's this sort of moving billboard, and so many people recognize these cult or classic characters, having watched them growing up. For brands, this is a way of being part of that magic.' Stone's appearances have resulted in plenty of coverage in fashion magazines, including Vogue and Grazia, and have fascinated the public. 'Does Alexis Stone get paid to pretend he's an old lady celebrity or what? What's his deal?' reads the title of one Reddit forum thread. Other users chimed in, complimenting Stone for his 'incredibly talented' ability to blend like 'a chameleon'. To date, Stone has experimented with at least 250 celebrity metamorphoses. Among his most successful looks was emulating Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly from 'The Devil Wears Prada' in 2024. A single Instagram post shared by Stone of his transformation into the ruthless character achieved a remarkable $1.4 million in earned media value — the monetary worth of media exposure a brand receives, including mentions, shares and articles — with a whopping 59.6% engagement rate, according to analytics firm Lefty. (The average engagement rate for media and entertainment posts on Instagram is 3%, according to social media management platform Hootsuite.) Key to Stone's success is his all-encompassing approach. When the visual artist set out to become a replica of Jack Nicholson last year, not only did he have custom dentures (created by a special effects expert) that mimicked the actor's distinctive grin; he also worked with a perfumer to develop a custom fragrance that smelled like tobacco, capturing what he thought Nicholson might have smelled like. 'It becomes more of an immersive experience rather than just visual,' said Stone. When he wore the scent to the show, he said, 'the whole room just ended up stinking.' To create his looks, Stone has worked with various prosthetics and special effects experts, including Neill Gorton, the prosthetics designer known for his work on films like 'Saving Private Ryan' (1998), 'Children of Men' (2006) and 'Doctor Who' (2005), and dental technician Dominic Mombrun of 'Morbius' (2022), 'The Substance' (2024) and 'The Count of Monte-Cristo' (2024). When it comes to getting dressed for the final reveal at Paris Fashion Week, Stone noted: 'There's always an army of at least 10 people helping me.' Ensuring the accuracy of each persona he adopts is essential — especially for 'characters that are so beloved by millions of people,' Stone explained. 'People are so protective of some of these characters. When you reference individuals who are either no longer with us, or touched us on a deeper level, it is personal — so people can be very critical.' Case in point: the criticism around the costuming of enduring style icon Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in 'American Love Story.' Asked whether he had a preference for emulating older adults, Stone explained that signs of aging, such as fine lines, were easier to recreate than youthful skin. 'I'm a six-foot-tall muscly man, so as much as I would love to be Kylie Jenner, there are physical limitations,' he said. Sometimes there are requests for looks that Stone will decline, because there 'has to be a personal element to why I'm connected to that character,' he said. 'If I'm spending three months studying them, detail by detail, I need to be stimulated to some degree.' In the case of Addams, Stone viewed her as 'this morbidly beautiful and maybe not-very-optimistic character, and I thought I could lean into that.' This couture season marks Balenciaga's last runway under Demna, whose exit was announced in March. When there is a new designer at a luxury house, it's not uncommon for there to be changes in the brand's designs as well as across its retail and marketing touchpoints. While Stone has been invited to attend events and work with other fashion labels, it is Balenciaga that he has the deepest and longest-standing relationship with. 'I'm often asked, 'What happens after Balenciaga?', and I think of a Linda Evangalista quote where she said, 'The goal is to get out of fashion as quickly as you get into it,'' said Stone, laughing. 'I have such a beautiful bulk of work behind me; this would be a natural time to pause and catch my breath.' Despite the perceived glamour of working in fashion, beneath the surface there is plenty of effort and compromise, Stone explained. 'I love fashion shows, but they're not the most relaxing of environments. We're talking 4am starts, six hours before the show begins.' Wearing heavy makeup and prosthetic looks isn't particularly enjoyable either, he added. 'It's hot, it's sweaty, it's not designed to be experienced and lived in, outside of a movie set. I love it once I can sit back and watch the visuals we've created. But in the moment, when there are so many moving parts, it's very stressful.' For now, fans can take comfort that this won't be the last they'll see — or hear — of Stone. Over the past three years, the creative production company Division has been trailing Stone as they film a documentary on the performance artist. The release date has not yet been set. 'I don't know if I'll ever fully understand why people take such interest in what I do,' Stone mused. 'Perhaps it's because, as humans, we have days where we want to feel more visible, and other days where we want to feel invisible or unrecognizable. I think that's something we can all relate to, to some degree.'
CNN
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
His celebrity transformations are bizarre and the process is captivating
During the Fall-Winter 2025 haute couture shows in Paris, Morticia Addams — the eerie and elegant matriarch from 'The Addams Family' movie franchise — can be seen slinking around the cobblestoned streets of the French capital. Tall, ghostly pale, and with long jet-black hair cascading down her back, this Addams could pass, at a quick glance, for the actor Anjelica Huston, who played Addams in the 1990s films. Underneath the flowing tresses, though, is a muscular 31-year-old man: Alexis Stone, a performance and makeup artist known to 1.3 million Instagram followers and hundreds of thousands more on TikTok. While multiple TikTok creators today adeptly use makeup to drastically alter their facial features to resemble particular celebrities, Stone's work goes beyond full-face treatments into whole-body transformations, presented live and in public. Using prosthetics, special effects makeup and bespoke enhancements (such as custom scents), the result is often on par with the kind of execution one might see on the big screen. 'I think people have an idea that we go to a Halloween shop and buy these things over the counter, but everything is handmade and takes decades of experience to put together,' said Stone. In June, he gave CNN a tour of his apartment in Glasgow, Scotland. Here, in his home, is where the prototypes and final looks are developed. Impersonating Huston as Addams was an eight-week process that required intensive research, said Stone. 'We wanted to reference as close to the original Addams as possible, from the original wig to her iconic black, torn sequin gown (both sourced from the film's costume department),' explained Stone. On a long wooden table are Polaroids, taken by hair stylist and wig designer Paul Huntley in the '90s, of Huston and her late costar Raul Julia, who played the role of husband Gomez Addams. 'All the pictures are originals so please be careful with them,' reads an accompanying message. 'There are a lot of moving parts, from sculpting and mold-making to the hair team, who will get started on the wigs and eyebrows. Occasionally, I have contact lenses that are custom-made,' said Stone. The room where he primarily does his prosthetic development has a giant mirror and ring light, as well as shelves of paints, face molds, and other workshop tools — the sort of setup seen in the 2024 TV remake of 'The Day of the Jackal.' 'It is the same kind of production, lead times and budgets that you see in the film and TV industry — except we're doing it for real life,' Stone noted. Those budgets, he said, can reach six figures. Stone, whose legal name is Elliot Joseph Rentz, attends Paris Fashion Week twice a year under the guise of a celebrity, a famous character or a celebrity playing a famous character. Those personalities have included Jack Nicholson, Lana Del Rey, Madonna, Adele, Jennifer Coolidge, and Glenn Close as Cruella de Vil from the 1996 film remake '101 Dalmatians'. The makeup artist left his hometown, Brighton, England, aged 16 and bounced around London, Manchester, Luleå in Sweden, and New York, before settling on Glasgow. Coming from what he described as a 'broken' family, Stone became interested in the idea of morphing into someone else from a young age. 'When I was a kid, I loved being unrecognizable, wearing wigs, fat suits and clip-in teeth, and I think that naturally evolved. Soothing my inner childhood by dressing up wasn't necessarily a direction I was aiming for, but it's something I fell into, and it's been an interesting journey,' Stone said. It is the same kind of production, lead times and budgets that you see on film and TV — except we're doing it for real life. Performance and makeup artist Alexis Stone In 2018, Stone achieved international notoriety as he convinced social media followers that he had undergone extensive plastic surgery over a span of six months, including a botched procedure — only to later reveal that it was all a hoax. 'At the core of my work is really this expression of identity and using the power of makeup,' said Stone. The turning point in Stone's career was attending Balenciaga's runway show in March 2022 as Robin Williams' character in 'Mrs. Doubtfire.' 'I wasn't well versed in the world of fashion, but Demna (the brand's designer) had stumbled across my work, and we decided to work together,' said Stone. Since then, Stone has been a front row fixture at fashion week — attending the shows of Balenciaga as well as Diesel, Jean Paul Gaultier and Hugo Boss — always in the uncanny likeness of a familiar face. Today, it's not uncommon to see a celebrity lookalike at a fashion event. A Kate Moss doppelganger (who dubs herself 'Fake Moss') created a social media frenzy in 2023 when she was spotted in an Aldi supermarket in Manchester ahead of the Chanel show. In 2024, she walked the runway for the up-and-coming label Marine Serre. Last year, the fashion label Alexander Wang garnered attention for using lookalikes of Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and Kylie Jenner in an advertising campaign. The ad, posted by the brand on Instagram and TikTok, was captioned '100% certified authentic.' 'Brands love to be part of these viral stunts,' said Stone. 'It is, in essence, the ultimate marketing campaign because it's this sort of moving billboard, and so many people recognize these cult or classic characters, having watched them growing up. For brands, this is a way of being part of that magic.' Stone's appearances have resulted in plenty of coverage in fashion magazines, including Vogue and Grazia, and have fascinated the public. 'Does Alexis Stone get paid to pretend he's an old lady celebrity or what? What's his deal?' reads the title of one Reddit forum thread. Other users chimed in, complimenting Stone for his 'incredibly talented' ability to blend like 'a chameleon'. To date, Stone has experimented with at least 250 celebrity metamorphoses. Among his most successful looks was emulating Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly from 'The Devil Wears Prada' in 2024. A single Instagram post shared by Stone of his transformation into the ruthless character achieved a remarkable $1.4 million in earned media value — the monetary worth of media exposure a brand receives, including mentions, shares and articles — with a whopping 59.6% engagement rate, according to analytics firm Lefty. (The average engagement rate for media and entertainment posts on Instagram is 3%, according to social media management platform Hootsuite.) Key to Stone's success is his all-encompassing approach. When the visual artist set out to become a replica of Jack Nicholson last year, not only did he have custom dentures (created by a special effects expert) that mimicked the actor's distinctive grin; he also worked with a perfumer to develop a custom fragrance that smelled like tobacco, capturing what he thought Nicholson might have smelled like. 'It becomes more of an immersive experience rather than just visual,' said Stone. When he wore the scent to the show, he said, 'the whole room just ended up stinking.' To create his looks, Stone has worked with various prosthetics and special effects experts, including Neill Gorton, the prosthetics designer known for his work on films like 'Saving Private Ryan' (1998), 'Children of Men' (2006) and 'Doctor Who' (2005), and dental technician Dominic Mombrun of 'Morbius' (2022), 'The Substance' (2024) and 'The Count of Monte-Cristo' (2024). When it comes to getting dressed for the final reveal at Paris Fashion Week, Stone noted: 'There's always an army of at least 10 people helping me.' Ensuring the accuracy of each persona he adopts is essential — especially for 'characters that are so beloved by millions of people,' Stone explained. 'People are so protective of some of these characters. When you reference individuals who are either no longer with us, or touched us on a deeper level, it is personal — so people can be very critical.' Case in point: the criticism around the costuming of enduring style icon Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy in 'American Love Story.' Asked whether he had a preference for emulating older adults, Stone explained that signs of aging, such as fine lines, were easier to recreate than youthful skin. 'I'm a six-foot-tall muscly man, so as much as I would love to be Kylie Jenner, there are physical limitations,' he said. Sometimes there are requests for looks that Stone will decline, because there 'has to be a personal element to why I'm connected to that character,' he said. 'If I'm spending three months studying them, detail by detail, I need to be stimulated to some degree.' In the case of Addams, Stone viewed her as 'this morbidly beautiful and maybe not-very-optimistic character, and I thought I could lean into that.' This couture season marks Balenciaga's last runway under Demna, whose exit was announced in March. When there is a new designer at a luxury house, it's not uncommon for there to be changes in the brand's designs as well as across its retail and marketing touchpoints. While Stone has been invited to attend events and work with other fashion labels, it is Balenciaga that he has the deepest and longest-standing relationship with. 'I'm often asked, 'What happens after Balenciaga?', and I think of a Linda Evangalista quote where she said, 'The goal is to get out of fashion as quickly as you get into it,'' said Stone, laughing. 'I have such a beautiful bulk of work behind me; this would be a natural time to pause and catch my breath.' Despite the perceived glamour of working in fashion, beneath the surface there is plenty of effort and compromise, Stone explained. 'I love fashion shows, but they're not the most relaxing of environments. We're talking 4am starts, six hours before the show begins.' Wearing heavy makeup and prosthetic looks isn't particularly enjoyable either, he added. 'It's hot, it's sweaty, it's not designed to be experienced and lived in, outside of a movie set. I love it once I can sit back and watch the visuals we've created. But in the moment, when there are so many moving parts, it's very stressful.' For now, fans can take comfort that this won't be the last they'll see — or hear — of Stone. Over the past three years, the creative production company Division has been trailing Stone as they film a documentary on the performance artist. The release date has not yet been set. 'I don't know if I'll ever fully understand why people take such interest in what I do,' Stone mused. 'Perhaps it's because, as humans, we have days where we want to feel more visible, and other days where we want to feel invisible or unrecognizable. I think that's something we can all relate to, to some degree.'
Tom's Guide
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
7 top new movies to stream this week on Netflix, Prime Video, HBO Max and more (July 1-7)
It's set to be an exciting week for new movies across the best streaming services and premium platforms. Netflix, Prime Video and HBO Max are offering new additions for subscribers, and several noteworthy flicks are trading the big screen for home viewing. I expect 'The Old Guard 2," premiering on Netflix on Wednesday (July 2), will be the big winner of the week. The superhero sequel has been a long time coming after a five-year gap since the original arrived back in 2020. However, I'm most hyped about the PVOD premiere of 'Ballerina,' the heart-pounding 'John Wick' spin-off, and 'Bring Her Back,' the acclaimed indie horror flick. Whatever your personal tastes, there's sure to be at least one movie that appeals down below. So, if you're looking to watch something fresh this week, here are all the new movies you can enjoy across streaming services. And don't forget to see our companion guide to the best new TV shows you'll want to binge-watch this week. The 'John Wick' franchise's latest attempts at expansion, following 2023's pretty lackluster Peacock series 'The Continental,' is a spinoff film starring Ana de Armas as a seriously lethal ballerina/assassin who is trained under the watch of Anjelica Huston's Director (who was introduced in 'John Wick 3'). Despite a reportedly tricky production cycle, the final result is an action-thriller more than worthy of the 'Wick' name. Action fans will love this thrill ride. I'd go as far as to say 'Ballerina' contains some of the franchise's best ever action sequences, with one involving an ultra-powerful flamethrower a personal highlight. Armas also proved to be a suitable candidate for leading a high-octane action romp, even if her character's backstory feels pretty routine. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Those who feel that anything Wick-related isn't the same without the inclusion of Keanu Reeves will also be pleased to know that Mr. Wick is involved more than you might expect, considering 'Ballerina' is technically a spin-off. Buy or rent on Amazon from July 1 2022's 'Talk to Me' wasn't just one of my favorite movies of that year; it ranks as one of my favorite horror flicks of the 2020s. It's the most a chiller has spooked me since 'Hereditary,' and considering how much I adore Ari Aster's horror masterpiece, that's a high compliment. The Australian directing duo, Danny and Michael Philippou, follow-up effort to "Talk to Me" is 'Bring Her Back," and it's heading to premium streaming this week. I cannot wait to dive into this very scary-looking movie. The "Bring Her Back" has been well received by critics, scoring 89% on Rotten Tomatoes, and stars Sally Hawkins, Billy Barratt and Sora Wong. The logline reads, 'A brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother,' and such a brief summary has me even more excited to watch. In my experience, whenever an indie horror movie plot seems simple on the surface, there's usually some very terrifying layers to be unwrapped. Buy or rent on Amazon from July 1 Being talked about in some fan circles as the Marvel Cinematic Universe's return to form, 'Thunderbolts' might not quite be vintage Marvel, but it's certainly a significant step up compared to some of the connected franchise's recent lackluster efforts, at least, in the opinion of this lapsed MCU fan Rather than being overstuffed with cameos or increasingly knotty multiverse shenanigans, in 'Thunderbolts," the focus is on a smaller group of compelling misfits and their attempts to prove themselves heroes capable of saving the world. Starring fan-favorite Marvel characters including Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), Bucky 'Winter Solider' Barnes (Sebastian Stan), Red Guardian (David Harbour) and Dollar Store Captain America, John Walker (Wyatt Russell), the 'Thunderbolts' are a motley crew of oddballs, who prove to have pretty great chemistry. But the real show stealer is Lewis Pullman as Bob, a mysterious individual with a surprisingly impactful (and pretty dark for the MCU) arc. Buy or rent on Amazon from July 1 Prime Video's big summer original movie is an action-comedy that brings together John Cena and Idris Elba as the President of the United States and the British Prime Minister, respectively. But the so-called 'special relationship' has gone sour in this case, with the duo embroiled in a very public rivalry. However, when Air Force One is shot down, they're forced to band together, put aside their differences, and kick some butt to save the free world. Frankly, this looks like a shlocky blockbuster that isn't going to turn around Prime Video's reputation of churning out underwhelming original efforts, but at least it's got plenty of star power, and the supporting cast includes Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Jack Quaid, Carla Gugino and Paddy Considine. This probably wouldn't be a big-budget action effort worth a trip to your local movie theatre, but as a streaming exclusive, it might serve up some passable entertainment. Watch on Prime Video from July 2 'The Old Guard' dropped on Netflix at a time when many of us were quarantined in our homes, and craving pure cinematic escapism, and despite its faults, the Charlize Theron-fronted superhero movie delivered exactly that. The sequel has been a long time coming, but five years later, it's ready to make its arrival on Netflix this Wednesday. The movie returns to the world of immortal warriors, and those battling to protect humanity from the shadow. Andy (Theron) is the team's leader and is still adjusting to losing her immortality, and if getting her head around morality wasn't enough, she's also got to contend with the return of a dangerous figure previously thought to be lost to time. Uma Thurman and Henry Golding are joining the crew this time, and I expect this sequel to very quickly claim the No. 1 spot in Netflix's top 10 ranking. Watch on Netflix from July 2 If you thought 2018's 'Batman Ninja' sold itself on its ludicrously compelling name alone, its sequel, 'Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League,' looks to be going for the same strategy. Offering slick anime-style animation and a plot that sounds completely bonkers, but in the best possible way, this Bat-flick might be the perfect way to keep yourself occupied until 'The Batman 2' finally hits theatres. Seriously, Matt Reeves, we're getting desperate here. The direct sequel to the original 'Batman Ninja,' this sequel sees Bruce Wayne return from the past to discover the world he left behind has changed. Gotham City is under attack from a group of Yakuza members that resemble the Justice League, and so Bats must assemble his allies, including Red Hood, Red Robin and regular Robin, to fight back against this powerful new threat. While 'Batman Ninja' isn't one for superhero fans wanting a more grounded take on the Dark Knight, it's great fun for those craving a more fantastical tone. Watch on HBO Max from July 3 'Sinners' was a breakout hit in theatres in April, and a best seller when it arrived on PVOD streaming last month, so it's a pretty safe assumption to say its HBO Max debut will be another feather in the cap of a rare original movie that has captured the interest of moviegoers across the global. The action-horror solidifies Ryan Coogler as one of Hollywood's most high-profile directors, and if you somehow missed the boat up to this point, now is the time to correct that mistake. 'Sinners' is worthy of all the hype. Set in the 1930s, 'Sinners' follows twin brothers (both played by Michael B. Jordan) who return to their Mississippi hometown to open a juke joint in an old sawmill. Opening night is a swinging success, that is, until a group of vampires arrive on the scene. This horror-thriller is a wild ride bursting with cinematic flair, incredible performances from the entire cast (Jordan especially), and one of the best musical scores of the 21st century. It's a real must-watch. Watch on HBO Max from July 4
Forbes
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina' Gets Streaming Date, Report Says
"From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina" partial poster. From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves, is reportedly coming soon to digital streaming. Directed by Len Wiseman, Ballerina was released in theaters on June 6. The official logline for the film reads, 'Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Armas) who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.' Reeves appears in From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina, as does other John Wick franchise stars Anjelica Huston, Ian McShane and the late Lance Reddick. The film also stars Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Norman Reedus. From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina is expected to be released on digital streaming via premium video on demand on Tuesday, July 1, according to When to Stream. While the streaming tracker is typically accurate with its PVOD reports, When to Stream noted that the film's studio, Lionsgate, has not announced or confirmed the release date and it is subject to change. Prime Video currently has From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina available for pre-order for $24.99, which will also be the film's purchase price. Since digital rentals are typically $5 less than purchase prices, viewers can expect to rent From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina for $19.99 for 48 hours. In addition to Prime Video, From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina will be available on such digital platforms as Apple TV, Fandango at Home and YouTube. How Did Audiences And Critics Receive 'From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina'? From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina has earned $51.6 million in North American theaters and $53.4 million internationally for a worldwide tally of $105 million to date against a $90 million budget, according to The Numbers. The film received a 76% 'fresh' rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics based on 276 reviews. The RT Critics Consensus for the film reads, 'Equipping a steely Ana de Armas with creatively brutal action choreography and a pleasingly kooky origin story, Ballerina pirouettes gracefully onto the Wickverse's centerstage.' Audiences gave From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina a 93% 'fresh' Popcornmeter score based on 5,000-plus verified user ratings. The RT audience summary reads, 'Ana de Armas is a lethal and graceful action hero in Ballerina, a stellar pivot from the John Wick franchise that stylishly delivers a new violent dance with death.' Rated R, From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina is expected to be released on PVOD on July 1.
