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Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bethlehem Movie: Showtimes, Review, Songs, Trailer, Posters, News & Videos
× Would you like to review this movie? 3000 characters left Synopsis Bethlehem is an upcoming English movie scheduled to be released on 19 Dec, 2025. The movie is directed by Alejandro Monteverde and will feature Ben Mendelsohn, Jim Caviezel, Gael Garcia Bernal and Sam Worthington as lead characters. Cast & Crew
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Star Wars actor Ben Mendelsohn cuts a suave figure in stylish monochrome look at exclusive event in Los Angeles
Ben Mendelsohn looked effortlessly stylish as he stepped out for the exclusive An Evening With Andor event in Los Angeles on Friday to promote his new Disney+ show. The Rogue One actor, 56, rocked a cool monochrome ensemble featuring a light blue polo shirt layered under a sleek black jacket, paired with matching tailored trousers. He completed the look with crisp white sneakers, adding a relaxed yet refined touch to the red carpet appearance. The Emmy-Award winning star exuded quiet confidence as he posed for photos, flashing his trademark smirk and keeping his hands casually tucked into his pockets. The low-key but chic look was a far cry from the darker characters he's become known for on screen - with Mendelsohn having played a string of villains throughout his impressive Hollywood career. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the He is one of Australia's most celebrated actors with starring roles in The Dark Knight Rises, Rogue One and Animal Kingdom. Back in 2018, the critically acclaimed actor revealed he was once forced to work low-paying jobs to pay the bills. He washed dishes at a restaurant in Sydney's Bondi and was also employed at a Brumby's Bakery during a career slump, according to the Herald Sun. Reflecting on his incredible reversal of fortune since then, Ben said: 'It's been extraordinary. But that's what has been very sweet about it - you don't expect that in this business.' He added: 'I still drive around and look back on a lot of years where things were leaner. I am still happily spun out by it.' The Melbourne-born actor has a history of playing villains in films, but recently said he doesn't overthink the roles he plays. In an interview with The Project, he said his penchant for playing bad guys has turned out 'all right' for him so far. However, he said he's 'got a couple more feathers' in his cap and would like to play more diverse characters in the future. He is currently reprising his role as Orson Krennic from the 2016 movie Rogue One in the Disney+ spinoff Andor. The show has been critically praised, with viewers praising its second season 'the best TV show they've seen this year'. Andor follows Cassian Andor, a character who first appeared in the 2016 movie Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The series serves as a prequel to the film in the early days after the Galactic Republic became the Empire. Among some of the very first to react to season two of Andor was critic Jordan King, who put it in his 'top five' shows. He said: 'It is the best TV you will see this year, and cements the show's place in my all-time Top 5. 'It's mature, it's knotty, it's uncompromising, and it's emotional in ways you won't see coming. And *that* arc? Astonishing.' The Observer echoed Jordan and wrote: 'The second season, somehow, eclipses [the first] in an impressive fashion, building a masterful narrative arc that is undeniable in its prescience to the rising fascism around the world.'
Geek Feed
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Feed
The Internet's Best Reactions After the Andor Season 2 Finale
It's been a great run, but like any other series, Andor eventually had to end; and what a spectacular ending it had. The weekly release has been able to give way for great fan reactions every week, and now with the show ending, some fans have a lot to say about saying good-bye to Cassian and everyone else in the series; and while it is sad, that doesn't mean we can't have any fun with it. It's probably worth mentioning that Kleya (Elizabeth Dulau) has come out as one of the MVPs on the show, and the final arc does give a lot of backstory as to her origin with Luthen and their journey to defeat the Empire. Cassian to the Rebel Alliance: — SirSnipeyy | Andorhypeguy (@SirSnipeyy) May 14, 2025 "There is no team. It's only her." Kleya Marki you are THAT GIRL. #AndorSeason2 #Andor — talli (@ttalliiaa) May 14, 2025 And while he is only a guest actor for this season, Ben Mendelsohn has managed to eat up ever scene he has as Imperial director Orson Krennic. #andor spoilers–––––––– i can't even explain half the shit krennic does bro wanted to go to julliard but his parents forced him into the military — lina 🌌 is SO back (@ambessasabs) May 14, 2025 // #andor spoilers•••• Krennic's finger on Dedra's head is taking me OUT this is the divaest a diva has ever divaed — Tali ! (@taliesart) May 14, 2025 There are also some who are just happy to see that Dedra finally got what was coming to her: #andor ......... ON PROGRAM, YOU FASCIST BITCH!!!! — christina of markyate stan account (@paisagoth) May 14, 2025 Even though she ended up losing it all Dedra lowkey ATE UP Luthen in the shop #Andor — Lalo 🍵 Andor sweep (@clonehumor) May 14, 2025 And of course, Mon Mothma finally got her pixie cut that she's been infamously sporting since Return of the Jedi introduced the character: you know it went something like this before they approached bail: 'you go talk to him.' 'no, you go.' '…let's just go together.' #andor — .• linds •. (@acosmiclove) May 14, 2025 mon mothma had her crashout pixie cut during the rebellion but then knew she had to lock back in and serve cunt again as chancellor — maxine ☽ ANDOR SPOILERS!! (@ahsokaskyber) May 14, 2025 And though he only appears in one scene, it's funny how the series goes full circle with just how paranoid Saw Gerrera had become: // #andor spoilers••Mon: Saw, we KNOW you're on Jedha. Saw: I COULD BE ANYWHEREMon: No, I'm not asking, I'm TELLING you we know. Saw: ANYWHERE IN THE GALAXY — Tali ! (@taliesart) May 14, 2025 Jokes aside, a lot of people have just been gushing about how the series actually harkens back (or foreshadows) Rogue One , and how everyone just felt like revisiting the film after finishing Andor . Tony Gilroy you will pay for this parallel #Andor — Nyrotike (@nyrotike) May 14, 2025 — Maximalist Epic Dude (@Maximalistepic) May 13, 2025 Even when Andor was first announced, nobody expected that one of the supporting characters from Rogue One was going to make for an interesting series, but Tony Gilroy managed to pull it off; delivering a Star Wars series that not only looked fantastic, but had such relevant themes that some say needed to be explored in today's day and age. We don't know if Star Wars will ever get something like this again, but hopefully the rave reviews will have Lucasfilm thinking twice before they make another season of The Mandalorian filled with all kinds of cameos and digitally youth-anized characters. Catch the complete second season of Andor now streaming on Disney+.
Daily Mail
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Andor stars mercilessly mocked for looking like 'off brand' King Charles and Queen Camilla
Andor stars Denise Gough and Ben Mendelsohn looked effortlessly chic during a press junket ahead of the season finale - but viewers hilariously pointed out their striking resemblance to members of the British Royal family. The pair, who play villains Dedra Meero and Orson Krennic on the Disney+ series, were promoting the Season 2 finale when fans noticed a semi-familiar look. The duo, who hail from Ireland and Australia, appeared in press circuit wearing a rather royal-looking attire, with fans joking they appeared to have dressed up as King Charles and Queen Camilla. Mendelsohn, 56, wore a dark grey striped jacket buttoned up with a dark grey tie and white button-up shirt. He had his grey hair brushed back off his forehead. Gough, 45, had her blonde shoulder-length hair resting at her shoulders and wore a black tweet jacket, buttoned up with square gold buttons. Mendelsohn's outfit choice was similar to the grey suit jackets King Charles often is seen wearing. And, while Camilla doesn't wear black all that often, the elegant tailoring of the jacket bore a striking resemblance to her favorite ensembles. Alongside a screenshot of the interview, someone had hilariously written: 'For a second I thought this was supposed to be a Charles and Camilla parody.' A screenshot of the comment was shared to social media, with other users agreeing the on-screen stars had an uncanny resemblance to the monarchs. 'Don't you think Ben Mendelsohn was being deliberate... an Aussie and an Irishwoman get together for a press junket... Let poke fun at the the [British royals]?' questioned one user. 'I can't unsee it now,' someone else moaned, with another adding: 'He looks like King Charles.' Many leaned into Mendelsohn's Australian accent with their replies. 'Hey mate, haven't been telling Diana about the affair have ya mate,' joked a viewer. 'G'day there Diana,' laughed someone else. 'Hey mate, haven't been talking to the French cops have ya mate,' another added. Andor follows Cassian Andor - a character who first appeared in the 2016 movie Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The duo, who hail from Ireland and Australia, appeared in press circuit wearing a rather royal-looking attire, with fans joking they appeared to have dressed up as King Charles and Queen Camilla This image released by Disney shows Ben Mendelsohn (left) and Denise Gough (right) in a scene from the second season of Lucasfilm's 'Andor.' Viewers have hilariously pointed out a similarity between their look and a royal couple The series serves as a prequel to the film in the early days after the Galactic Republic became the Empire. Mendelsohn played Orson Krennic in the 2016 film Rouge One: A Star Wars Story, reflecting on what it was like to reprise his character in an interview with Variety in April. The actor revealed that creator Tony Gilroy reached out about returning as Krennic in Season 2 of the series - which was an immediate 'yes.' 'Quite a while ago, not that long after the first season,' said Mendelsohn said in an April interview for Variety. 'Tony just said, "Would you be amenable to coming back and just doing a few scenes?" To which I was like, "F**k yeah, absolutely."' He added that shooting Rogue One: A Star Wars Story was a 'really good one,' and he's a huge fan of Michael Clayton, which Gilroy also wrote and directed. '[Playing] Krennic and the whole Star Wars experience was a really good one for me. But I had no idea how good it was going to be. It's taken me by joyous surprise,' he added.
Express Tribune
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Luna struggles to bid 'Andor' goodbye
For actor Diego Luna, Season Two of the Disney Plus series Andor, based on the Star Wars franchise, correlates with real-life sociopolitical issues that go beyond the show. "Oh my God, it's so pertinent today. But think about it. If it had been ready a year ago, it probably would have been pertinent again," said Luna, who plays the show's lead Cassian Andor, in an interview. This season follows the adventures of rebel agent Cassian Andor as numerous characters come together to create the Rebel Alliance, a staple within the Star Wars films. The first season of Andor, created and written by Tony Gilroy, was nominated for best drama series at the Primetime Emmy Awards. "The writing of Tony Gilroy, it's always like proving you wrong. When you think, 'OK, it's going to go there and he's going to solve it this way,' he comes up with an idea that just makes you rethink everything and see it from a perspective you didn't know it was even possible," Luna said. One unpredictable element is the romantic yet toxic relationship between two Imperial officers, Dedra, played by Denise Gough and Syril, portrayed by Kyle Soller. After a clip was released online to promote the new season, many fans began "shipping," or rooting for the two characters to become a romantic couple. Gough admitted that until listening to Ben Mendelsohn, the Australian actor who plays antagonist Orson Krennic, she was in the dark about the meaning of "shipping." "Ben Mendelsohn was like, 'It's like the Love Boat. You're on the Love Boat," she said. "So that's Ben Mendelsohn's idea of shipping." Season Two marks the end of Luna's journey as Andor and as executive producer for the series. "I'm going to need therapy to answer it," Luna said when asked how he will say goodbye to his role. Reuters
