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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
‘Jaws' 50th Anniversary Documentary Sets Summer Release Date on National Geographic, Disney+, and Hulu
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the water, 'Jaws' is circling the boat yet again. In honor of the legendary blockbuster's 50th anniversary, National Geographic is premiering 'Jaws @ 50: The Definitive Inside Story' in July. From 'Faye' and 'Music by John Williams' filmmaker Laurent Bouzereau, the documentary will explore the notoriously troubled shoot, its groundbreaking release, and the ripple effects the movie had on the industry and beach culture. 'Jaws @ 50' will air at 9 p.m. ET on July 10 on National Geographic and then stream the next day on Disney+ and Hulu. Spielberg, along with production designer Joe Alves, actors Jonathan Filley, Lorriane Gary, Carl Gottieb, Jeffrey Kramer, Jeffrey Voorhees, and composer John Williams are all interviewed. The documentary will also feature insight from high-profile fans and filmmakers, including Jordan Peele, Steven Soderbergh, James Cameron, Cameron Crowe, Emily Blunt, Greg Nicotero, J.J. Abrams, George Lucas, and Guillermo del Toro. More from IndieWire 'King of the Hill' Creators and Cast Share Revival Details: 'A Whole World of Things to Annoy Hank' Why Netflix Moved on from 'CoComelon' - and How It Hopes to Replace It in the Kids Programming Wars Soderbergh told IndieWire's Filmmaker Toolkit podcast in January that he was working on an 'inside baseball' book, intended just for filmmakers, on the 'Jaws' production. 'After they've done all the land shooting, and they get out into the ocean … it starts to go bad,' Soderbergh said. 'As a filmmaker, reading these logs and these descriptions, it's excruciating, it's painful. I know what it's like to have things not happening [right], but this is on a level that is just mind-blowing.' The chaotic 'Jaws' history is perhaps best known for its malfunctioning shark. During a 1995 documentary interview, Richard Dreyfuss recalled the months-long location shoot in Martha's Vineyard. 'There were all these radio mics all over the island … so wherever you were on the island, you could hear the radio mics, and they were always saying, 'The shark is not working. The shark is not working. Repeat, the shark is not working.' No matter where you were and for months,' Dreyfuss recalled. 'Jaws @ 50' is the latest in a string of celebrations for the classic, which will culminate in the unveiling of the Academy Museum of Motion Picture's ambitious 'Jaws: The Exhibition' on September 14. In addition to 'Bruce the Shark,' the 25-foot-long full-scale shark model from the movie that has been on display since the museum's opening in 2021, 'Jaws: The Exhibition' will include numerous artifacts and rare documents related to the film, many of which come directly from Spielberg himself. 'Jaws' cost less than $9 million to produce, but it grossed over $470 million worldwide, beating out a crowded 1975 slate that also included 'Dog Day Afternoon,' 'Shampoo' and 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest.' 'Jaws @ 50' premieres July 10 on National Geographic, and July 11 on Disney+ and Hulu. Watch the trailer below: Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie The 55 Best LGBTQ Movies and TV Shows Streaming on Netflix Right Now
CBS News
4 days ago
- Business
- CBS News
Dallas-born service gives busy North Texans the gift of time
They say time is money. But what if you could buy yourself more? For many working parents, balancing demanding careers, school drop-offs, appointments, and birthday party planning can feel like a never-ending to-do list. But one North Texas mom has found a surprising solution that's quietly becoming a lifeline for families across the region. Juggling work and home life CBS News Texas Ginette Beecherl, a mom of three, knows all too well how hectic life can get. "I come home, someone's crying, milk is spilled," she said. Beecherl works full time in finance, with a packed calendar. Like many working moms, she feels the pressure both professionally and at home. "I have a lot of pressure at work, but also a lot of pressure on myself to be super present at home," she said. A personal assistant for home That's where a service called Faye steps in. Faye is a subscription-based company that pairs busy parents with a trusted family advisor for four, eight or 16 working hours per month. The advisor acts as a behind-the-scenes helper, handling everything from appointment reminders and school events to birthday party planning and organizing the family calendar. It's like having an executive assistant for your home life. "Faye is that invisible life raft that makes you more intentional with your friends, kids, work and husband," Beecherl said. Affordable and expanding nationwide CBS News Texas The service is designed to be both affordable and accessible. It launched its pilot program in Dallas in May 2023 and has since expanded to offer family advisors in multiple cities nationwide. Its virtual services are available across the country. Beecherl's advisor, Laura Thompson, helped her complete a long-postponed project of compiling a book of old family letters. She's also helped book trips, order meals, and plan parties. Support that makes a difference A soon-to-be mom of four herself, Thompson says the goal of Faye is simple: support. "I think the biggest feedback I hear is like, 'Thank gosh it's done,'" she said. What began as a way to save time has turned into something much bigger for families like the Beecherls — less stress, less guil,t and more time spent being present. "It helps us all live a more fulfilling, better life that makes us all more present," Beecherl said. Finding a village, virtually And in a world where it still takes a village, some families are finding theirs — one task at a time.
Observer
6 days ago
- Politics
- Observer
Senegal president opens dialogue on political reform
DIAMNIADIO: Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Wednesday formally opened a national dialogue aimed at steering the west African country through political reform and "consolidating democracy" after a series of violent crises. The move, which the head of state launched along with his prime minister, Ousmane Sonko, comes against a backdrop of tension between Faye's administration and the opposition. Several opposition parties boycotted the process, however, including that of former president Macky Sall, who was succeeded by Faye last year after 12 years at the helm and who accuses the authorities of persecuting his party's officials. Faye and Sonko have promised to hold to account former leaders, notably Sall himself, accusing them of mismanagement. A clutch of legal proceedings have been launched against Sall-era officials, and a special court recently indicted five former ministers for alleged embezzlement. Of the five, three were incarcerated. The other two were released on parole. Most opposition forces did, however, take part in the opening ceremony of the consultation in the new town of Diamniadio, just outside the capital, Dakar. — AFP
Eyewitness News
6 days ago
- Politics
- Eyewitness News
Senegal president opens dialogue on political reform
DIAMNIADIO - Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on Wednesday formally opened a national dialogue aimed at steering the west African country through political reform and "consolidating democracy" after a series of violent crises. The move, which the head of state launched along with his prime minister, Ousmane Sonko, comes against a backdrop of tension between Faye's administration and the opposition. Several opposition parties boycotted the process, however, including that of former president Macky Sall, who was succeeded by Faye last year after 12 years at the helm and who accuses the authorities of persecuting his party's officials. Faye and Sonko have promised to hold to account former leaders, notably Sall himself, accusing them of mismanagement. A clutch of legal proceedings have been launched against Sall-era officials, and a special court recently indicted five former ministers for alleged embezzlement. Of the five, three - including Sall's brother-in-law - were incarcerated. The other two were released on parole. Most opposition forces did, however, take part in the opening ceremony of the consultation in the new town of Diamniadio, just outside the capital, Dakar. 'UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY' The consultations, presented as the fifth edition of a "National Dialogue" first initiated by Sall himself, also bring together members of civil society, unions, experts and academics. Topics will include overhauling the political party system, the "status" of the opposition, the revision of the sponsorship system required to be a presidential candidate and the transformation of the existing Constitutional Council into a Constitutional Court. The goal is to create a "strong consensus to sustainably strengthen Senegalese democracy and fully guarantee the exercise of fundamental rights and freedoms", according to the government. "These consultations offer us a unique opportunity to reflect on our political system," said Faye. The country's recent history showed that change was needed, he added, "to remove from our electoral system all roots of disagreement, especially between the government and opposition". Faye committed to an opposition that is "respected" and that can "freely exercise its rights in accordance with the law". The conclusions of the consultations are expected to be submitted to Faye on 4 June. Senegal has experienced recurring conflicts in its recent history, notably during violent unrest that saw dozens of mostly young people shot dead between 2021 and 2024. Sall, who ruled Senegal with an iron fist for over a decade, was long suspected of wanting to extend his rule into a third term. Sonko, his political rival, was declared ineligible to stand in elections last year and was jailed for several months. But he and his right-hand man Faye were released with hundreds of other opposition supporters due to an amnesty law. Faye was elected president soon afterwards.
Daily Mirror
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Faye Winter not 'looking for validation' as she embraces life on 'single income'
EXCLUSIVE: Faye Winter has opened up about the reality of being single and why she's no longer seeking a relationship and why she's proud of her success story Faye Winter has revealed she no longer requires validation from other people as she embraces single life. The charity ambassador and TV star has never hesitated from sharing insights into her life and while she's no longer looking for a relationship, she couldn't be happier. Faye, 29, has been single since splitting from her ex-boyfriend two years ago and while many may have turned to dating apps, this couldn't be further from her reality. Instead, Faye now knows her self-worth and while she's had "sexy" men slide into her direct messages, she's happy to embrace life on her own. But she's not entirely on her own, Exeter-born Faye, has her beloved dog Bonnie by her side, as well as her two "feral" ponies, Keith and Kevin, who she rescued from Dartmoor."I'm always very vocal about my love of animals and it's given me a sense of purpose, " she exclusively told the Mirror. Faye went on to explain that her animals have helped her "realise and appreciate" things that are "bigger than herself." She said: "It's made me love myself, but also love something that doesn't need to use words and doesn't need to tell me or do anything. "It does enough just by getting me out every day and giving me a cuddle when I need one and things that we take for granted. Sometimes things that we look for in other people for validation. I've always found in my dogs and to have guide dogs in my life and see them go on and change people's lives and in city centres, we really do take dogs for granted. "If you have a dog, you not only have a friend for life, you have a companion, and they give you so much more than we can appreciate." Faye explained that while she's now thriving as a single woman she wouldn't be in the same position if it wasn't for her dog, Bonnie. "She saved me and I say that every single time I speak about my dog," she stated. Her two rescue ponies are also another source of happiness for the star. "I'm really proud of myself because I had no idea what I was doing," she said of rescuing the two foals from an auction after they were "snatched" from the moors. "They've given me back again more than I could ever have wished for in love and also opportunities," she said of being invited to the Royal Windsor Horse Show earlier this week. Before turning 30, Faye admitted she wanted to buy her own house, something she felt passionate about as a former estate agent. One of her other wishes was to travel to Africa and go on a safari – something she recently completed. While her social media profiles give a glossy insight into her life, it doesn't mean she hasn't faced set backs. "I've had the best time doing it on my own," she said. She added: "So if and when I meet a person, which I'm not looking for, but if I was to meet somebody, I'm not relying on them and I'm not putting that pressure on them to do something when me that I could actually do on my own. "It's taken a lot of hard work. a lot of tears and a lot of self-doubt, I have to tell myself 'You can do this, Faye,' I've got there, eventually. Through all the struggles on a single income and doing it by myself. For me, that's one of my proudest achievements." She says she might not have the latest pair of trainers, but she's happy in her own lane and hopes that her online followers will see they don't have to "follow certain norms to be a success." "Success comes in so many different forms," she said. One thing Faye is extremely open about is her cosmetic treatments."I've always said, if you're insecure about something, you should be able to go and make those changes, to make you a more confident version of yourself", she said. But she says that these procedures should, of course, be regulated. "There's so many dangerous situations that young women are putting themselves in for beauty standards and beauty standards are never going to go away," Faye said. She added: "It's something that also comes with age, I've found I've become more confident in my later 20s than I was in my early 20s." Faye encourages people to "do what you love" as she no longer cares about what people think of her, which has come with "inner confidence." This, however, is not something she saw in herself after leaving the Love Island villa. The programme received over 24,000 complaints to Ofcom following a clash between her and her ex-partner. But Faye holds her hands up to this. She said: "I never ever allowed anybody to take away from my responsibility of it and I always held my hands up to it. I've never tried to fob of what I'd done and who I was as a person. I know and I saw myself that I wasn't a very nice person. "I wanted to change some things about me and I've done it, I worked on that all by myself. You either have to work through it and you can either grow through it or go through it, that's what you've got to do to become a better person. None of us are perfect, I'm far from perfect. "I've come out of it, I might not be that face that you see all over every magazine, and I may not be that person that is constantly flaunting it, but I also try to give out a message that you don't have to be. You can literally live your best life that you want to live." Since leaving Love Island, while some brands didn't work with Faye, one charity, which is particularly close to her heart, stood by her. "I've always worked with Guide Dogs for years and years and years," she said. This resonates with Faye, who is now the face of Omaze's Million Pound House Draw in the Cotswolds. "I feel like it was a perfect partnership for me, as I was an estate agent for ten years before Love Island, it's something that I've always shouted about and always loved. So to get back into it and put a little foot back in the door reminded me of what I loved and kind of who I was and where it all started." Although the charity draw allows somebody to win a house worth £5million, it also enables them to change other people's lives. "Guide Dogs is actually one of the largest children's services in the whole of the UK, which no one even knows about," said Faye. She added that they help children with sight loss up and down the country. "I was a volunteer for years, and they helped me tremendously," she said. Faye explained that the charity refused to turn their back on her after Love Island, despite the backlash she faced from the public and brand deals. She explained: "I'm super grateful to them every single day for what they've done for me personally." Guide Dogs Ambassador Faye Winter is supporting the latest Omaze Million Pound House Draw, Cotswolds in aid of the charity. Draw entries are available now at The Draw closes at midnight Bank Holiday Monday May 26th.
