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Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Charli XCX Pitches 'It Girl' ‘Final Destination' Film Starring Rachel Sennott, Jenna Ortega: 'Just Hot People Getting Killed'
Charli XCX has an idea for the next Final Destination film. The Grammy-winning singer recently took to TikTok to express her love for the supernatural horror-thriller franchise, which just released its latest installment, Final Destination Bloodlines, as well as pitch her own version starring 'It Girls.' More from The Hollywood Reporter Jenna Ortega on Transitioning Out of Child Stardom: "I Play a Schoolgirl" in 'Wednesday' "but I'm Also a Young Woman" 'Final Destination Bloodlines' Directors Share Secrets for Revitalizing a Franchise Box Office: 'Final Destination Bloodlines' Opens to Record-Shattering $51.7M in U.S., $105.8M Globally 'I'm rewatching all of the Final Destination movies, in preparation to see Final Destination Bloodlines, which I'm really excited to see,' she said in the video. 'The reason I love these movies is that they really just are about hot people getting killed. You know, there's no moral backbone to the story, it really is just, 'they're hot, they're cursed and they deserve to die.'' Charli even has an idea for the perfect cast and director. 'I was thinking, well, shouldn't there be a sort of It Girl version of this franchise,' the 'Apple' singer continued. 'You know like, a Final Destination with It Girls. Kind of like, Rachel Sennott, Alex Consani, Gabbriette, Romy Mars, Me, Quenlin Blackwell, Devon Lee Carlson… maybe there's like a Scream Queen in there like Jenna (Ortega). Maybe there's an OG Scream Queen like Sissy Spacek. And then it's also directed by like a horror auteur.' There have been six films released in the Final Destination franchise, including Bloodlines, which was released on May 16, since the first film debuted in 2000. The latest pic also ended up being one of the most successful in the series, with a franchise-best domestic box office opening of $51.7 million, ahead of expectations. 'The films wouldn't have to change their formula, I think the whole point is that they play into the lore. They kind of make fun of their own lore, and I don't think this one would have to be any different, like I think that's the point,' Charli added of her idea. 'It's really not trying to do anything other than have hot people die in the most brutal ways and play with some unbelievable dialogue.' While no official movie is in the works at the moment, Sennott already seemed down for the role, writing in the video's comments, 'Ok I'm in….' Best of The Hollywood Reporter 13 of Tom Cruise's Most Jaw-Dropping Stunts Hollywood Stars Who Are One Award Away From an EGOT 'The Goonies' Cast, Then and Now
The Age
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Age
And Just Like That recap: Let's pray this season is kinder to Miranda
As Mary updates Miranda all week with her itinerary – dinner at Tavern on the Green, riding the carousel in Central Park, a visit to the M&M store in Times Square after seeing Wicked – she and Carrie mock like only two former downtown It Girls can. It's fun seeing them be so bitchy. Sometimes it can feel like AJLT has sanded over all these characters' hard edges and Carrie, especially, is an almost passive, pearl-clutching version of her former self. The columnist and novelist floats out of her Gramercy manse in fresh-off-the-runway Simone Rocha, as the episode opens, to send a card to Aidan with nothing but a heart drawn on it. The timeline on this show's always been a little hazy, so who knows how long it's been since his 'let's come back in five years' ultimatum. They're in touch enough to send a few postcards, but so rarely that his late-night audio booty call comes as a surprise. Anthony doesn't know any details of the agreement, but Carrie's adopted cat Shoe has grown a lot. After a long night of leaping out of bed to shut off her alarm, Carrie spends another day faking that she's fine with the whole thing before hopping back into bed to fake it with Aidan over the phone. He's drunk, 'in my truck in a field', and desperate to have phone sex. Loading 'Don't break the mood,' he tells Carrie, after honking his literal horn (car version). Carrie can't get back in the mood with Shoe watching, and her impulse to pretend is a sign – I pray – that this storyline finds its conclusion soon. In a bed across town, LTW is getting up at 4.15am to fine-tune a pitch for PBS about a documentary project highlighting 10 unsung black women. Between the executives wanting her to replace one with the 'very, very sung' Michelle Obama, and her husband in crisis over whether he's cool, Lisa's got more story in this episode than Charlotte, who's trying to clear Richard Burton's name in a case of dog park mistaken identity (sure). Seema's bed is lucky to be standing after she fell asleep with a lit cigarette, so exhausted was she from looking hot and waiting for her movie director boyfriend Ravi to call. (I'm with the firefighter: 'Who still smokes in bed?') Seema compares Carrie's calm patience to her demands of Ravi, and the way she invokes the fun, loose, messy Carrie of 'then' to this version of her, who's zen about Aidan's distance and rules and dressed either like Bunny MacDougal or in a strawberry shortcake bonnet, makes me mourn the spitfire we've lost. Thank God for Seema, who kicks her distracted boyfriend to the curb/canal by episode's end. It's genuinely touching to see Miranda and Mary's final moments. When the nun says 'I always knew this person was somewhere inside of me. And now I've met her. Thanks to you', it fills me with faith that the rest of this season might just get a little closer to the centre of what's really going on under the glossy veneers of Carrie and Charlotte. Not Miranda, though. If anything she could use a little more gloss. in theatres November 2025!
Sydney Morning Herald
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Sydney Morning Herald
And Just Like That recap: Let's pray this season is kinder to Miranda
As Mary updates Miranda all week with her itinerary – dinner at Tavern on the Green, riding the carousel in Central Park, a visit to the M&M store in Times Square after seeing Wicked – she and Carrie mock like only two former downtown It Girls can. It's fun seeing them be so bitchy. Sometimes it can feel like AJLT has sanded over all these characters' hard edges and Carrie, especially, is an almost passive, pearl-clutching version of her former self. The columnist and novelist floats out of her Gramercy manse in fresh-off-the-runway Simone Rocha, as the episode opens, to send a card to Aidan with nothing but a heart drawn on it. The timeline on this show's always been a little hazy, so who knows how long it's been since his 'let's come back in five years' ultimatum. They're in touch enough to send a few postcards, but so rarely that his late-night audio booty call comes as a surprise. Anthony doesn't know any details of the agreement, but Carrie's adopted cat Shoe has grown a lot. After a long night of leaping out of bed to shut off her alarm, Carrie spends another day faking that she's fine with the whole thing before hopping back into bed to fake it with Aidan over the phone. He's drunk, 'in my truck in a field', and desperate to have phone sex. Loading 'Don't break the mood,' he tells Carrie, after honking his literal horn (car version). Carrie can't get back in the mood with Shoe watching, and her impulse to pretend is a sign – I pray – that this storyline finds its conclusion soon. In a bed across town, LTW is getting up at 4.15am to fine-tune a pitch for PBS about a documentary project highlighting 10 unsung black women. Between the executives wanting her to replace one with the 'very, very sung' Michelle Obama, and her husband in crisis over whether he's cool, Lisa's got more story in this episode than Charlotte, who's trying to clear Richard Burton's name in a case of dog park mistaken identity (sure). Seema's bed is lucky to be standing after she fell asleep with a lit cigarette, so exhausted was she from looking hot and waiting for her movie director boyfriend Ravi to call. (I'm with the firefighter: 'Who still smokes in bed?') Seema compares Carrie's calm patience to her demands of Ravi, and the way she invokes the fun, loose, messy Carrie of 'then' to this version of her, who's zen about Aidan's distance and rules and dressed either like Bunny MacDougal or in a strawberry shortcake bonnet, makes me mourn the spitfire we've lost. Thank God for Seema, who kicks her distracted boyfriend to the curb/canal by episode's end. It's genuinely touching to see Miranda and Mary's final moments. When the nun says 'I always knew this person was somewhere inside of me. And now I've met her. Thanks to you', it fills me with faith that the rest of this season might just get a little closer to the centre of what's really going on under the glossy veneers of Carrie and Charlotte. Not Miranda, though. If anything she could use a little more gloss. in theatres November 2025!
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
I rewatched ‘Legally Blonde' on Prime Video — here's why Elle Woods is more relevant than ever
In a world full of mean girls, be an Elle Woods — not a Regina George. As the upcoming "Elle" series on Prime Video prepares to take us back to Elle's high school days, it's worth remembering why "Legally Blonde" remains a standout in the crowded field of '90s and early 2000s It Girls. Cher Horowitz, Summer Roberts, Blair Waldorf, Elle Woods: These teen and young adult queens strutted through pop culture hallways with glossy hair and to-die-for wardrobes. But only one of them climbed the hallowed Harvard Law steps ("What, like it's hard?") Now, you can revisit Elle's story by streaming "Legally Blonde" before the TV prequel series premieres. It's currently available on Prime Video, but not for long, so don't wait or you'll miss out. Sure, Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) has privilege and lots of it. But unlike her pop culture peers, she wields it as a tool, not a weapon. While Cher and Blair perfected the art of the 'frenemy,' Elle breaks the mold from the very first scene. She's not just popular, she's smart, compassionate and fiercely self-aware — traits rare enough in teen rom-coms that pigeonhole women into 'popular,' 'nerd,' or 'weirdo.' Elle is all three at once. The film's only truly sharp barb? 'When I dress up as a frigid b---h, I try not to look so constipated.' Honestly, the recipient of that quote, Vivian (Selma Blair), deserved worse after the relentless bullying she dishes out. But Elle balances that with generosity, like pretending to be Awkward David's jilted ex just to help him score a date and championing Paulette (Jennifer Coolidge), the unsung nail tech queen. The early Elle-Vivian rivalry fizzles quickly; instead of tearing each other down, they team up to take down Warner (Matthew Davis) and the patriarchy. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Elle's story isn't the typical Popular Girl vs. Nerd showdown. It's a reminder that sometimes, the real enemy is the system, not each other. Unlike Blair Waldorf or Regina George, who cling to power by controlling others, Elle genuinely supports her friends and uplifts those around her. She embodies benevolence where most It Girls wield their status like a weapon. At its core, "Legally Blonde" is a rom-com about Elle and ... herself. She initially chases Warner to Harvard Law, but quickly realizes she's too complex, too capable and yes, too blonde for anyone's narrow expectations. When Warner dismisses her, Elle quietly flips him off with a near-perfect 179 on the LSAT and a revelation that self-love beats dependence. Even 24 years later, "Legally Blonde" still resonates. It's not just a nostalgia trip; it inspired young women to challenge expectations, pursue law, and fight for causes. The sequel spotlighted animal rights before cruelty-free beauty was mainstream, arguably helping kickstart a cultural shift. Elle's influence even extends into Broadway and pop culture, with Ariana Grande's '7 Rings' tipping a pinky to the iconic film. The rumored "Legally Blonde 3" movie has lingered for years, but now the wait is over for fresh Elle Woods content. Prime Video's prequel series, "Elle," set for 2026, promises to introduce a new generation to the confident, kind and unstoppable Elle Woods—Lexi Minetree has big heels to fill. And honestly, who better to remind us all: In a world of Regina Georges, be an Elle Woods.
Irish Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Fear Street: Prom Queen star India Fowler's life before Netflix role
Lori Granger is in the running for the prom queen title in Netflix's newest horror flick, but who is the actress behind the character? Fear Street: Prom Queen hit the platform today (May 23rd), and has already drawn in fans of the horror franchise. Based on R. L Stine's renowned book series, Prom Queen takes place in the fictional Shadyside High school, set in 1988. Netflix's synopsis reads: "In this instalment of the blood-soaked Fear Street franchise, prom season at Shadyside High is underway and the school's wolfpack of It Girls is busy with its usual sweet and vicious campaigns for the crown. "But when a gutsy outsider puts herself in the running, and the other girls start mysteriously disappearing, the class of '88 is suddenly in for one hell of a prom night," reports the Mirror US. The dark horse in question is Lori, played by India Fowler. India Fowler is an English actress who has been making her mark in the industry for nearly a decade. Prior to her acting career, Fowler admits she had a few things in common with her character Lori. In a recent chat with Who What Wear, she looked back on her high school days, admitting: "I was honestly a bit like Lori. I knew lots of people but wasn't one of the 'popular' kids." Fowler was introduced to the world of horror films at a tender age by her parents. Speaking to Dread Central, she revealed: "My dad kind of liked to show me Halloween or Psycho or Nightmare on Elm Street. Not to creep me out or anything. He just liked me being well-versed in all genres." Her early exposure to the genre has clearly served her well, as she effortlessly embodies the role of the terror-stricken Prom Queen in her latest project. Prior to her lead role in Fear Street: Prom Queen, Fowler acted alongside Bridget Jones favourite Claire Skinner in The Trial. In this Channel 5 legal drama, she portrayed Teah Sinclair, a young girl whose actions could land her parents behind bars. Just last year, Fowler graced our screens in Paramount's suspenseful series, The Agency. She starred with big names like Michael Fassbender, Jeffrey Wright and Jodie Turner-Smith, playing a CIA agent's daughter caught up in a web of espionage. Fowler's other impressive credits include her work in Harlan Coben's Safe and the Netflix mystery thriller, White Lines. Fear Street: Prom Queen is streaming now on Netflix.
