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Elle
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Elle
'Sirens' Wasn't Filmed Where You Think It Was
If you're looking for your next TV obsession, Sirens is it. The five-part dark comedy dropped on Netflix on May 22 and swiftly landed on the platform's Top 10 list. The limited series focuses on a dysfunctional family story told over the course of one explosive weekend at a lavish island estate. 'Sirens follows Devon DeWitt (Meghann Fahy) as she struggles to reconnect with her sister Simone (Milly Alcock) and navigate uber-wealthy waters, all the while trying to figure out what is so irresistible about this world and who on the island really holds the power,' the synopsis reads. Julianne Moore stars as Michaela Kell, Simone's boss, who reigns supreme on the island. But there's more to Sirens than its A-list cast (which also includes Kevin Bacon); it also boasts divine New England-style filming locations that will surely inspire your summer vacation plans. So we scoured the internet to find out exactly where the limited series was filmed. Although it looks like it was set in Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard, Sirens was actually filmed in Long Island, New York. The primary location was the 1,750-acre Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve, located on the Lloyd Neck peninsula in Long Island, according to Newsday. Park director Vincent Medina explained that the Sirens team acquired a filming permit to shoot in the summer of 2024. There are also buildings on the property—including the 18th century Henry Lloyd Manor House—that were used during filming too. The body of water that forms the beach surrounding the Kells' property is the Long Island Sound. Newsday reports that the production team also converted an old office building into a small prison cell, which can be seen at multiple points in the series when certain characters wind up behind bars. Sirens also filmed at another coastal property on Oregon Road, Cutchogue, which is a hamlet located in the Long Island town of Southold, according to the outlet. The property was reportedly used as the backdrop for scenes at a beachside mansion and yacht club, both of which are connected to Ethan, whose boatman (played by Trevor Salter) forms a close bond with Devon. Production designer John Panino (who has also worked on Big Little Lies) discussed finding the right setting for the Kells' house in Northport, Long Island after a two-month search. 'We were shooting in the summer, so right off the bat, we weren't going to go to Nantucket. When people buy a house out there, they want to use it,' he told ELLE Decor, explaining why they didn't shoot in New England during peak season. Even after locating the perfect house, the team had to make it even larger, including building a 60-foot foyer. The final product 'has all the colonial classical trappings of a house in the Cape, but when you go inside, it's not exactly like The Shining hotel; there's a strangeness,' he explained.
Wall Street Journal
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wall Street Journal
‘The Better Sister' Review: Jessica Biel's Savvy, Soapy Mystery
'No movie gets better after the first five minutes,' a film critic friend once observed, without adding 'Alas.' What about television? Judging by 'The Better Sister,' a series can start out being stupid and obvious and eventually make fun of the stupid and the obvious, all the while upscaling its own genre. Which genre? The multi-part, premium-cable mystery series centered on a female protagonist—or several—with the crimes at hand being subordinate to the relationships, and the relationships bordering on the psychotic. Nicole Kidman and Reese Witherspoon have specialized in these projects—acting, producing or doing both in the likes of 'Big Little Lies,' 'Little Fires Everywhere,' 'The Undoing' and 'The Perfect Couple,' the productions always based on a popular book. The men are feckless, the money abundant. The women are valiant and, even when trashy, sympathetic.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
James Norton's model ex takes savage swipe at Happy Valley actor days after their split and he joined dating app
The Happy Valley star joined celebrity dating app Raya soon after parting ways with Charlotte over and out over and out James Norton's model ex takes savage swipe at Happy Valley actor days after their split and he joined dating app Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) JAMES Norton's ex girlfriend Charlotte Rose Smith has "celebrated" their split by taking a savage swipe at the actor. The artist and model posted the iconic image of Nicole Kidman looking jubilant after finalising her divorce from Tom Cruise. 3 James Norton with his ex Charlotte, 25, in November of last year 3 Charlotte was James's first public romance since he and Outer Range actress Imogen, 35, ended their six-year romance Credit: Instagram 3 Charlotte shared this iconic image of Nicole Kidman The 2001 picture became a viral meme and was used recently by Jenna Dewan following a contentious divorce from Channing Tatum. Charlotte posted it on her Instagram story without comment after it was reported James had signed up to celebrity dating app Raya. The 39-year-old started dating Prada model Charlotte, 25, in November of last year. It's unknown why the pair called it quits, but the meme indicates the split wasn't amicable. Charlotte was James's first public romance since he and Outer Range actress Imogen, 35, ended their six-year romance. James's profile on Raya features snaps of the star with a shaved head, which is a new look for his upcoming role in movie Sunny Dancer. He is yet to comment on Charlotte's dig on social media. Hollywood stars Nicole and Tom were married from 1990 to 2001 and adopted daughter Isabella, 31, and son Connor, 29. The Big Little Lies actress recently spoke out about the famous meme, insisting she wasn't celebrating the end of her marriage. 'That was not me,' she said. Happy Valley villain James Norton seen growing close to Prada model Charlotte Rose Smith 'That was from a film. That wasn't real life. I know that image!' Happy Valley viewers know James, 39, as Tommy Lee Royce in the BBC crime drama. Earlier this year it was revealed James has signed up to star in the third series of HBO smash-hit House of the Dragon. He is stepping into the world of Westeros as Ormund Hightower in the Game of Thrones prequel. A description for the character reveals he is 'Otto's (Rhys Ifans) nephew, Alicent (Olivia Cooke) and Gwayne's (Freddie Fox) cousin, and the Lord of Oldtown. He is presently leading the Hightower host in a march on King's Landing to support his house against Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy).'
Metro
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
BBC quietly adds Australian drama that left fans 'crying their eyes out'
UK viewers can now watch a 'masterpiece' drama based on a book written by the same author of Big Little Lies. Based on the 2005 novel of the same name by Liane Moriarty, the author of Big Little Lies and Nine Perfect Strangers, The Last Anniversary is a comedy-drama 'wrapped in a gripping mystery about family, motherhood and the women who define the generations that come after them'. The six-part series stars Teresa Palmer (The Fall Guy), Miranda Richardson (Good Omens) and Danielle Macdonald (The Tourist). Set on the fictional Scribbly Gum Island, it's been teased the setting is a 'place of many secrets'. After a young couple disappeared there decades earlier, true crime tourists flock to the island, however for three generations of women that call Scribbly Gum home, hold far more. When Sophie Honeywell (Teresa) inherits a house on the island, left to her by her ex-boyfriend's great-aunt Connie, it's the fresh start she's craving, despite the unwelcome reception she receives on arrival. Single and approaching 40, Sophie is intrigued by something else Connie left her – a promise that she might finally find the man of her dreams… To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video When the series was first released in Australia and the United States in March, one fan said it 'left them in tears'. In its review, The Guardian wrote: 'The tone of this gracefully crafted adaptation of Liane Moriarty's bestselling novel is tender and mysterious, imbued with a soft literary quality.' 'The mystery is mostly backdrop to a patient, lovely drama that delves into the complexities of family, motherhood, and relationships,' Common Sense Media shared. 'Sure, it's heavy on the symbolism and the drama isn't exactly nuanced or subtle, but fans of Moriarty's brand of storytelling should definitely find themselves well engrossed by the time the first hour is up,' The Post NZ added. More Trending This week the show was finally added to BBC iPlayer, with all episodes now available to watch. The BBC's head of programme acquisition Sue Deeks said the series was 'an entertaining drama full of vivid characters, comedy and romance, with a compelling mystery at its heart'. The Last Anniversary was co-produced by Nicole Kidman and also stars Helen Thomson (Colin from Accounts), Susan Prior (Animal Kingdom), Claude Scott-Mitchell (The Dry), Charlie Garber (Barons), Uli Latukefu (Young Rock) and Jeremy Lindsay Taylor (Force of Nature: The Dry 2). View More » The Last Anniversary is streaming on BBC iPlayer. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: All EastEnders cast returns, exits and new arrivals coming up in 2025 MORE: Why is Gary Lineker leaving Match of the Day and who is replacing him? MORE: Walking With Dinosaurs viewers devastated as major change has 'ruined' beloved show
Daily Mail
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Nicole Kidman rarely talks about her daughters... but she just revealed their 'intimate' discussions
made rare comments about her daughters Sunday Rose, 16, and Faith Margaret, 14. She shares her daughters with husband Keith Urban, 57, and in a new cover story with Allure, the actress opened up about how parenting has helped her better understand herself. 'I'm very close to both my girls. I sit on their beds and discuss the most intimate things; I get to be their guide,' Nicole, 57, told the publication. The Nine Perfect Strangers star also said she and her daughters respect each other's boundaries. 'If they want to tell me to be quiet, they can. I'm able to apologize to them. I'm able to stand up to them. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'I very much like the relationship we have. It's nice to be able to say that,' she said. The Perfect Couple star is known for taking risks with the roles she chooses. She's played everything from a neurosurgeon (Days of Thunder) to a wellness guru (Nine Perfect Strangers) to a victim of domestic abuse (Big Little Lies). But there's one role she says she'll never take on: starring opposite her husband in a movie or television show. 'We're together in life, so we don't need to do our show together,' she told People at the season two premiere of Hulu's Nine Perfect Strangers. 'Our life is a show,' she added. She was also asked if she'd be into a role where all the characters she's played before existed in one project. 'That's hilarious. I'd be up for it,' she said. 'As you know, I'm up for most things. I like to be able to say I'm game. So I'm always ready to try things. 'I have a huge passion for what I do. I love doing what I do, and I've been incredibly fortunate in my journey, and I'm just always a bit excited. 'I'm very close to both my girls. I sit on their beds and discuss the most intimate things; I get to be their guide,' Nicole, 57, told the publication. Seen here on May 15, 2025 The Nine Perfect Strangers star also said she has boundaries with her girls and they have them with her. Seen on July 30, 2024 'I don't take any of it for granted. I'm like, "Okay, thank you. Thank you, universe,"' she added. The Days of Thunder star also revealed why she was so keen to return to her role as the guru Masha on Nine Perfect Strangers. 'Because she's fun and powerful, and [castmate] Maisie [Richardson-Sellers] said something like, "Masha sharks it." 'So I was like, "What does that mean?" But I think that means she's a shark. She comes in, and I don't get to play sharks very often,' Kidman explained. Nicole has been busy with a steady flow of work over the last two years, appearing in the seductive blockbuster Babygirl, Netflix's murder mystery The Perfect Couple, season two of Lioness, and the romcom A Family Affair to name a few. While promoting her latest film, called Holland, at SXSW Film & TV Festival in March, Nicole said she's ready to take a step back from work. 'I was much more out there last year; this year I have Holland, I have Nine Perfect Strangers, and then I'm off for the rest of year. So, oh well!' she told The Hollywood Reporter. Although Nicole only mentioned two roles to THR, last September Amazon Prime announced that she will star in the mystery thriller Scarpetta, expected to be released sometime this year. She also has a role in David E. Kelley's forthcoming Margo's Got Money Troubles alongside Elle Fanning and Michelle Pfeiffer. And viewers are still anxiously awaiting the third season of Big Little Lies (also written by Kelley), which has been confirmed while other details remain unknown. Season two of the buzzed about Hulu series takes place in the Austrian Alps and follows a group who have signed up for a multi-day wellness retreat. They're led by Russian guru Masha Dmitrichenko (Kidman), who uses psychedelic therapy as a healing practice. An official synopsis reads: 'Over the course of a week, she takes them to the brink. Will they make it? Will she? 'Masha is willing to try anything in the interest of healing everyone involved, including herself.'
