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Perth Now
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Jacki Weaver joins cast of horror movie Pendulum
Jacki Weaver has joined the cast of horror movie 'Pendulum'. The 77-year-old actress - who has featured in the likes of 'Silver Linings Playbook' and 'Animal Kingdom' - is expected to line up alongside Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Phoebe Dynevor and Norman Reedus in the motion picture. According to Deadline, Weaver will portray mystical healer Ella-Rose in the scary movie, which is written and directed by Black Swan's Mark Heyman. The forthcoming film will see 'Bridgerton' actress Dynevor and 'Inception' star Gordon-Levitt play young couple Abigail and Patrick, who head to a retreat in New Mexico following a traumatic event. However, things take a turn for the worst when Abigail falls under the spell of the new-age retreat's leader Ella-Rose. The Darren Aronofsky-produced horror film has started filming in New Mexico. One of Weaver's latest movies saw her appear in biographical drama film 'Father Stu', which featured Mark Wahlberg as boxer-turned-Catholic priest Stuart Long. Jacki's previous film credits include her roles in 'Animal Kingdom' and 'Silver Linings Playbook', both of which earned her Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress. What's more, she has starred in 'The Disaster Artist', 'Bird Box' and 'Penguin Bloom'. 'Pendulum' is one of many upcoming films for Dynevor, who will appear in thriller 'Beneath the Storm' later this year, and she is to star opposite Diane Lane in thriller 'Anniversary'. What's more, the 'Fair Play' actress recently wrapped on another thriller movie, 'Famous', which will see her star opposite Zac Efron, and she has joined the cast of M. Night Shyamalan's next film alongside Jake Gyllenhaal. In January, Dynevor starred in Neil Burger's spy movie 'Inheritance', which was filmed entirely on an iPhone, and she admitted the process was a "daunting" challenge. Speaking to Collider, she said: "I was very confused and baffled by it."
See - Sada Elbalad
19-03-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Phoebe Dynevor to Star Alongside Joseph Gordon-Levitt in Movie "Pendulum"
Yara Sameh Phoebe Dynevor is set to star opposite Joseph Gordon-Levitt in the horror feature 'Pendulum,' written and directed by 'Black Swan' scribe Mark Heyman. The pic will be produced by Darren Aronofsky ('Black Swan,' 'The Whale') for Protozoa, Jacob Jaffke ('MaXXXine,' 'Dream Scenario') for Motel Mojave and Dave Caplan ('Longlegs') for C2, who will also fully finance. The movie will start principal photography in this month in New Mexico. Black Bear is repping international rights on the pic. UTA Independent Film Group, CAA Media Finance, and WME Independent hold domestic rights. Described as a 'terrifying new genre film,' "Pendulum" follows young couple Patrick (Gordon-Levitt) and Abigail (Dynevor) on a journey to a new-age retreat in New Mexico, drawn by the possibility of healing after a traumatic event. Patrick is willing to do anything to help his wife, but becomes distrustful of the retreat's enigmatic leader even as Abigail falls under her spell. As paranoia builds, the couple must determine if the group's unconventional spiritual practices offer genuine healing – or mask a terrifying truth that threatens to consume them both. Best known for her star-making role in "Bridgerton" and acclaimed role in "Fair Play", Dynevor has a busy year ahead of her that includes the thriller "Beneath the Storm", set to bow later in 2025. She most recently wrapped production on A24's dark comedy "Famous" in which she stars opposite Zac Efron. Dynevor also recently signed on to star opposite Jake Gyllenhaal in M. Night Shyamalan's next movie. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) News Ireland Replaces Former Israeli Embassy with Palestinian Museum News Israeli PM Diagnosed with Stage 3 Prostate Cancer Lifestyle Maguy Farah Reveals 2025 Expectations for Pisces News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
The Independent
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Stars of BBC's Waterloo Road open up about ‘toxic behaviours' in teens
BBC's Waterloo Road is set to air its new series on February 11 featuring six new cast members and a storyline that tackles coercive control in relationships. The fifth series of the school drama based in Manchester will see Lindsey Coulson join the cast as new headteacher Dame Stella Drake, as staff attempt to rebuild the reputation of what's currently tarnished as the 'murder school' – after Steve Savage (Jason Manford) and son Billy (Olly Rhodes) were arrested after the death of a student. While the programme is known for its humour, it also often reflects deeper social issues, such as women's health, unemployment, addiction, issues facing teachers and, this time, abusive relationships. Fans will see the return of familiar faces Libby Guthrie (Hattie Dynevor) and Jared Jones (Matthew Khan), two six formers whose relationship takes a worrying turn as Jones becomes progressively more controlling. With the storyline escalating as the series goes on, Dynevor and Khan spoke about the importance of covering the topic on TV and the change that needs to happen. What have you learnt from being part of this storyline? 'Being a part of this storyline made me go back and think about how important those conversations are,' says Khan, who plays the perpetrator. It gave me a new perspective on how the things that are so fundamental to being a healthy person and existing in society, aren't taught anywhere. 'Looking back over education, when I was in high school and in early relationships, they weren't taught. 'There was no guide. I don't even think I had a sex education class, never mind anything to do with healthy relationships.' A poll carried out by Censuswide with 1,001 young people in February 2024 found that 50% of those asked reported their relationships and sex education (RSE) provision as good or very good. However 50% are still calling on the government to improve flexibility for schools to cover topics that their students need – such as a power imbalance in relationships. Some 49% of respondents claimed they learned nothing at all or not enough about the issue in school. Why is it important to show coercive control on TV? Dynevor, who plays the victim, says: 'It's such an important issue to show on TV because there are a lot of people that are unaware of the subject – which has so many layers.' 'It's also important to show teenagers that this can happen to them as well and if they notice any of these behaviours, to make a change. 'Even if it's your friend, help them out. It's really crucial for young people to have more knowledge on the subject.' What impact do you hope this has going forward? 'From playing the perpetrator and the abusive person, I want to open young boys eyes to the behaviours that they pick up from other people [that] aren't healthy,' says Khan. After researching the topic, Khan says he found out that behaviours are usually learnt from someone else. 'I want young people to be able to realise if their behaviour is toxic, it is damaging to people. 'Nobody is necessarily born with these traits, but it's something they are consuming through the media, YouTube or their role models. 'I hope they will be able to watch the show and realise the toxic and poisonous paths they are going down, and get out before they get too indoctrinated into it.' How was it for you playing the roles? 'I found it really hard going to those dark places,' admits Dynevor. 'However coming out of it now and watching it, it feels very rewarding to be part of spreading the message.' Crediting the supportive team and producers on Waterloo Road, Khan says, 'It was important to just put our all in, to be able to do the story justice.' 'It's kind of fulfilling and rewarding in the fact we might be able to make a change' What would you say to someone in this type of relationship? There were 43,774 offences of coercive control recorded by the police in England and Wales (excluding Devon and Cornwall) in the year ending March 2023 according to the Crime Survey for England and Wales. With the numbers showing how common this type of abuse is, Dynevor says, 'I hope the people who feel like they're experiencing this as they watch Waterloo Road realise there are so many people they can reach out to. 'Whether it's a parent or teacher, or there are also many websites you can go on and get help. It's really important to spot the signs early.' According to Healthline, coercive control is a common tactic for abusers. Coercive control is a strategic form of ongoing oppression and terrorism used to instil fear. The abuser may use tactics such as limiting access to money or monitoring all communication, as a controlling effort. Here are signs you may be a victim of coercive control, according to Healthline: Isolating you from your support system Monitoring your activity throughout the day Denying your freedom and autonomy Gaslighting Name-calling and putting you down Limiting your access to money Reinforcing traditional gender roles Turning your kids against you Controlling aspects of your health and body Making jealous accusations Regulating your sexual relationship Threatening your children or pets For support call the National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (run by Refuge), The Men's Advice Line, for male domestic abuse survivors – 0808 801 0327 (run by Respect).
The Independent
10-02-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
‘It's important to show teens coercive control can happen to them', say stars of Waterloo Road
BBC's Waterloo Road is set to air its new series on February 11 featuring six new cast members and a storyline that tackles coercive control in relationships. The fifth series of the school drama based in Manchester will see Lindsey Coulson join the cast as new headteacher Dame Stella Drake, as staff attempt to rebuild the reputation of what's currently tarnished as the 'murder school' – after Steve Savage (Jason Manford) and son Billy (Olly Rhodes) were arrested after the death of a student. While the programme is known for its humour, it also often reflects deeper social issues, such as women's health, unemployment, addiction, issues facing teachers and, this time, abusive relationships. Fans will see the return of familiar faces Libby Guthrie (Hattie Dynevor) and Jared Jones (Matthew Khan), two six formers whose relationship takes a worrying turn as Jones becomes progressively more controlling. With the storyline escalating as the series goes on, Dynevor and Khan spoke about the importance of covering the topic on TV and the change that needs to happen. What have you learnt from being part of this storyline? 'Being a part of this storyline made me go back and think about how important those conversations are,' says Khan, who plays the perpetrator. It gave me a new perspective on how the things that are so fundamental to being a healthy person and existing in society, aren't taught anywhere. 'Looking back over education, when I was in high school and in early relationships, they weren't taught. 'There was no guide. I don't even think I had a sex education class, never mind anything to do with healthy relationships.' A poll carried out by Censuswide with 1,001 young people in February 2024 found that 50% of those asked reported their relationships and sex education (RSE) provision as good or very good. However 50% are still calling on the government to improve flexibility for schools to cover topics that their students need – such as a power imbalance in relationships. Some 49% of respondents claimed they learned nothing at all or not enough about the issue in school. Why is it important to show coercive control on TV? Dynevor, who plays the victim, says: 'It's such an important issue to show on TV because there are a lot of people that are unaware of the subject – which has so many layers.' 'It's also important to show teenagers that this can happen to them as well and if they notice any of these behaviours, to make a change. 'Even if it's your friend, help them out. It's really crucial for young people to have more knowledge on the subject.' What impact do you hope this has going forward? 'From playing the perpetrator and the abusive person, I want to open young boys eyes to the behaviours that they pick up from other people [that] aren't healthy,' says Khan. After researching the topic, Khan says he found out that behaviours are usually learnt from someone else. 'I want young people to be able to realise if their behaviour is toxic, it is damaging to people. 'Nobody is necessarily born with these traits, but it's something they are consuming through the media, YouTube or their role models. 'I hope they will be able to watch the show and realise the toxic and poisonous paths they are going down, and get out before they get too indoctrinated into it.' How was it for you playing the roles? 'I found it really hard going to those dark places,' admits Dynevor. 'However coming out of it now and watching it, it feels very rewarding to be part of spreading the message.' Crediting the supportive team and producers on Waterloo Road, Khan says, 'It was important to just put our all in, to be able to do the story justice.' 'It's kind of fulfilling and rewarding in the fact we might be able to make a change' What would you say to someone in this type of relationship? There were 43,774 offences of coercive control recorded by the police in England and Wales (excluding Devon and Cornwall) in the year ending March 2023 according to the Crime Survey for England and Wales. With the numbers showing how common this type of abuse is, Dynevor says, 'I hope the people who feel like they're experiencing this as they watch Waterloo Road realise there are so many people they can reach out to. 'Whether it's a parent or teacher, or there are also many websites you can go on and get help. It's really important to spot the signs early.' Coercive control is a strategic form of ongoing oppression and terrorism used to instil fear. The abuser may use tactics such as limiting access to money or monitoring all communication, as a controlling effort. Here are signs you may be a victim of coercive control according to Healthline: – Isolating you from your support system– Monitoring your activity throughout the day– Denying your freedom and autonomy– Gaslighting– Name-calling and putting you down– Limiting your access to money– Reinforcing traditional gender roles– Turning your kids against you– Controlling aspects of your health and body– Making jealous accusations– Regulating your sexual relationship– Threatening your children or pets For support call the National Domestic Abuse Helpline – 0808 2000 247 (run by Refuge), The Men's Advice Line, for male domestic abuse survivors – 0808 801 0327 (run by Respect).
