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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I was child star in ET and it has devastating impact on my life'
Henry Thomas, who played Elliot in the 1982 iconic film E.T, had no idea he would become a global superstar at just the age of 10 Known eternally as the boy on a bicycle bonding with an extraterrestrial, Henry Thomas captured hearts in Steven Spielberg 's 1982 masterpiece E. T., becoming a household name overnight—at just ten years old. For young Henry, though, the stardom from E. T. was more than a stepping stone into Hollywood; it became a towering presence throughout his life, making 'normality' something of the past. Hailing from San Antonio, Texas, and born in 1971, Henry entered the cinematic world relatively as a beginner, having only one film under his belt, unlike the already established young Drew Barrymore. Yet, it was Henry's remarkable audition that clinched him the defining part, reports the Mirror US. Said audition tape, now shared widely, illustrates the raw talent of young Henry. A casting director can be heard issuing a scenario: "They've come with a search warrant and they want to take the creature away." Merely moments later, Henry evokes sheer emotion, tears cascading as he desperately appeals: "You can't take him away, he's mine, I don't care what the president says, he's my best friend and you can't take him away." His poignant plea not only moved the room to tears but also prompted the legendary Steven Spielberg's voice to declare: "OK kid, you got the job." The film's massive success, earning nine Oscar nominations and breaking box office records, drastically altered Henry's life. At a very young age, he struggled to comprehend the notion of fame that came with playing Elliot. In an interview with The Guardian, Henry said: "It was a total unexpected side-effect of doing this fun thing I had wanted to do. I had no clue that my life would change in any way. "I worked on this movie, then I'm back on the farm, I'm back at school – but now people are pointing at me in the street." Henry's family, from a relatively ordinary background, was not prepared for the consequences of his newfound fame. He added: "My whole family wasn't really well equipped to deal with anything like that. And other than a few precautions, we didn't change our lives that much." As a result, they received unusual visitors, phone calls, and were forced to contact the authorities on several occasions. Following E.T. , Henry continued to work in Hollywood, appearing in notable films such as Legends of the Fall, Gangs of New York, and Suicide Kings. However, his more recent projects have garnered him a new set of fans, many of whom were unaware of his role as Elliot in E. T. The actor formed a professional bond with director Mike Flanagan, renowned for his spine-chilling films like The Shining sequel Dr Sleep, Gerald's Game and Ouija: Origin of Evil - all featuring Thomas.
Black America Web
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
GED Section: The Irony of a Woke Pope
Source: Reach Media / Urban One D.L. Hughley's Notes from the GED Section , always a blend of sharp wit and piercing commentary, often tackles pressing social and cultural issues with unflinching honesty. One of DL's takes a deep dive into the new Pope. At a time when the term 'woke' is thrown around like an insult, it's funny how history sneaks up on us. The world has a new Pope, and some folks are losing their minds—not about his policies or his faith—but because he's got Creole ancestry. Quick history lesson for anyone confused: Creole means he's got a little Black in him. Yep, the holiest man in the Catholic Church is part of the very history some are working overtime to erase. STAY INFORMED! CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER! The irony? The teachings of Jesus, the original supposed 'woke' figure, promote values of inclusivity, compassion, and justice. But somehow, he's often depicted looking like Brad Pitt in Legends of the Fall . If Jesus came back today, he'd probably walk into a church, see that alabaster statue, and wonder, 'Who's the gymnast on the cross?' It's wild, isn't it? People are scrambling to suppress Black history in schools, books, and media, yet here it is, shining through the Vatican like a beam of light. History is resilient like that. You can try to bury it, rewrite it, or ignore it, but the truth has a funny way of surfacing. READ MORE DL HUGHLEY STORIES: GED Section: The Irony of a Woke Pope GED Section: There's No More Guessing About How Donald Trump Feels D.L. Hughley Is A Radio Hall Of Fame Class Of 2025 Nominee! The new Pope's ancestry is a reminder that no matter how hard people try to dismantle the significance of Black history, it's deeply woven into the fabric of the world—even in places you'd least expect. And like I always say, if you're bothered by the Pope's Black side, wait till you really get to know Jesus. HEAD TO THE HOMEPAGE The article 'GED Section: There's No More Guessing About How Donald Trump Feels' was created with the help of SEE ALSO
Daily Record
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Hit shows and films leaving Netflix next month from huge rom-com to 90s classic
Netflix UK is set to lose a plethora of movies and TV shows in May 2025, with acclaimed titles like 1917, Hidden Figures and Zero Dark Thirty all leaving the platform Netflix UK is set to bid farewell to a significant number of titles from its vast library, with numerous films and TV shows leaving the streaming service in May. Viewers only have a few days left to watch critically acclaimed blockbusters such as Hidden Figures, Legends of the Fall, 1917, and Zero Dark Thirty, as well as commercially successful hits like Jumanji: The Next Level and Penguins of Madagascar: The Movie, on Netflix before they depart from the platform. Netflix Originals including Earth Playlist, Get in, and Inhuman Resources, will also cease streaming on the OTT platform this May. With an impressive 93 per cent score on Rotten Tomatoes, Hidden Figures recounts the extraordinary true story of three African American women - computer genius Dorothy Vaughan, mathematician Katherine Johnson, and engineer Mary Jackson - who defied the odds to become key figures at NASA during the crucial years of the space race in the 1960s. The highly praised Oscar-nominated film will be leaving Netflix on May 1. Featuring Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, Joel Edgerton, Chris Pratt, James Gandolfini, and Kyle Chandler, Zero Dark Thirty details the frustrating hunt, subsequent capture, and ( spoiler ) eventual death of al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama bin Laden. The Academy Award-winning movie will stop streaming on Netflix from May 16. John Krasinski's 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi is set to leave Netflix UK on May 15, along with children's favourite, Peppa Pig: My First Cinema Experience. The final day to catch Netflix Originals Earth Playlist and the French-language thriller, Get In, is April 30, reports the Mirror. Here's what's leaving Netflix UK in May 2025: May 1: 1917 (2019) The 5th Wave (2016) A Man Wanted (2017) The Adolf Eichmann Trial (2011) All We Had (2016) Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher (2013) Big Fat Liar (2002) The Bronze (2002) Calais, the End of the Jungle (2017) The Death of Stalin (2017) Diana (2013) Earth Playlist (Season 1) Netflix Original Emma's Chance (2016) Escorts (2015) From Russia with Cash (2015) Fury (2014) Get In (2019) Netflix Original Hatton Garden (Season 1) Hidden Figures (2016) Legally High (2013) Legends of the Fall (1994) Life (2017) Maggie's Plan (2015) Masterminds (2016) The Mauritanian (2021) Mission: Joy – Finding Happiness in Troubled Times (2021) Murder in Successville (2017) O Brother, Where Art Thou (2000) The Paedophile Hunter (2014) Penelope (2006) Pixels (2015) The Possession of Hannah Grace (2018) Proud Mary (2018) Psych (2014) Rough Night (2017) Sleepless (2017) Terror at the Mall (2014) Three Days of Terror: The Charlie Hebdo Attack (2016) The Throwaways (2015) May 2: 24 Hours in Tesco (2023) May 4: Family Blood (2018) Jumanji: The Next Level (2019) The Last Witch Hunter (2015) Luccas Neto In: Summer Camp 2 (2020) May 6: Brother in Love 2 (2021) Like a Rolling Stone: The Life & Times of Ben Fong-Torres (2022) Si, Mi Amor (2020) May 7: A Drop of Blood (2016) Emergency Travel (2019) Red Card (2017) Ride Along (2014) Ride Along 2 (2016) Si Doel the Movie 2 (2019) Waking Ned (1998) May 8: Alita: Battle Angel (2019) The Hitman's Apprentice (2012) May 12: Baby Ruby (2022) May 13: Bigger Than Africa (2018) Journey of an African Colony (2018) May 14: Dilan 1991 (2019) The Heroic Legend of Arslan (2015) May 15: 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi (2016) Confess, Fletch (2022) Crossroads (2002) Inhuman Resources (2020) Netflix Original Murphy's Law (2007) Peppa Pig: My First Cinema Experience (2017) Ready or Not (2019) May 16:
Daily Mirror
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
What's leaving Netflix UK in May
Netflix UK will be losing a sizeable list of titles from its extensive library, with several movies and TV shows departing from the streaming service in May. Fans only have days left to watch critically acclaimed heavyweights like Hidden Figures, Legends of the Fall, 1917, and Zero Dark Thirty and commercially successful mammoths like Jumanji: The Next Level and Penguins of Madagascar: The Movie, on Netflix before the titles make their exit from the streamer. Netflix Originals like Earth Playlist, Get in, and Inhuman Resources, will also stop streaming on the OTT platform this May. Boasting a 93 per cent score on Rotten Tomatoes, Hidden Figures tells the remarkable true story of three African American women — computer whiz Dorothy Vaughan, mathematician Katherine Johnson, and engineer Mary Jackson — who battled the odds and emerged as key figures at NASA during the pivotal years of the space race in the 1960s. The highly acclaimed Oscar-nominated film will be leaving Netflix on May 1. Netflix viewers rave over thrilling new series that's knocked Black Mirror off top spot Love on the Spectrum's Madison's romance and life before fame Starring Jessica Chastain, Jason Clarke, Joel Edgerton, Chris Pratt, James Gandolfini, and Kyle Chandler, Zero Dark Thirty chronicles the maddening hunt, subsequent capture, and ( spoiler) eventual death of al-Qaeda terrorist leader Osama bin Laden. The Academy Award-winning movie will stop streaming on Netflix from May 16. John Krasinski starrer 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi will also be leaving Netflix UK on May 15, while a kid's favourite, Peppa Pig: My First Cinema Experience, is due to make its exit from the streamer on May 15 as well. The last day to watch Netflix Originals Earth Playlist and French-language thriller, Get In, is April 30. What's leaving Netflix UK in May 2025 May 1: 1917 (2019) The 5th Wave (2016) A Man Wanted (2017) The Adolf Eichmann Trial (2011) All We Had (2016) Avengers Confidential: Black Widow & Punisher (2013) Big Fat Liar (2002) The Bronze (2002) Calais, the End of the Jungle (2017) The Death of Stalin (2017) Diana (2013) Earth Playlist (Season 1) Netflix Original Emma's Chance (2016) Escorts (2015) From Russia with Cash (2015) Fury (2014) Get In (2019) Netflix Original Hatton Garden (Season 1) Hidden Figures (2016) Legally High (2013) Legends of the Fall (1994) Life (2017) Maggie's Plan (2015) Masterminds (2016) The Mauritanian (2021) Mission: Joy – Finding Happiness in Troubled Times (2021) Murder in Successville (2017) O Brother, Where Art Thou (2000) The Paedophile Hunter (2014) Penelope (2006) Pixels (2015) The Possession of Hannah Grace (2018) Proud Mary (2018) Psych (2014) Rough Night (2017) Sleepless (2017) Terror at the Mall (2014) Three Days of Terror: The Charlie Hebdo Attack (2016) The Throwaways (2015) May 2: 24 Hours in Tesco (2023) May 4: Family Blood (2018) Jumanji: The Next Level (2019) The Last Witch Hunter (2015) Luccas Neto In: Summer Camp 2 (2020) May 6: Brother in Love 2 (2021) Like a Rolling Stone: The Life & Times of Ben Fong-Torres (2022) Si, Mi Amor (2020) May 7: A Drop of Blood (2016) Emergency Travel (2019) Red Card (2017) Ride Along (2014) Ride Along 2 (2016) Si Doel the Movie 2 (2019) Waking Ned (1998) May 8: Alita: Battle Angel (2019) The Hitman's Apprentice (2012) May 12: Baby Ruby (2022) May 13: Bigger Than Africa (2018) Journey of an African Colony (2018) May 14: Dilan 1991 (2019) The Heroic Legend of Arslan (2015) May 15: May 16:
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
These 5 Brilliant Movies Are Leaving Netflix Today!
If you're looking for the perfect movie to bring in the weekend, these brilliant films are leaving Netflix at the end of the day. They run the gamut from small-scale dramas to blockbuster action extravaganzas, and this is your last chance to enjoy them before they're gone. Netflix removes movies from its service all the time, but there's a surge of content leaving the platform at the end of each month. That's why today—the last day of February—is your last chance to watch so many movies before a new month of content begins. I've scoured the list and cherry-picked the best options for you to choose from, but I'll also put the entire list at the end of this post if none of my highlights take your fancy. When it comes to original shows and movies, no service comes close to Netflix. New original content is released weekly, so you'll never run out of shows to watch. Legends of the Fall is a heart-wrenching, Western epic, starring Brad Pitt and Anthony Hopkins. Opening in the early 1900s, the film spans half a century, following the lives of a father and his three sons who battle through war, the forces of nature, love, and heartbreak in the Montana wilderness. The film was nominated for three Academy Awards, taking home the Oscar for Best Cinematography. Year 7.5/10 2 hours 13 minutes Julianne Moore gives an Oscar-winning performance in Still Alice as a brilliant linguistics professor who has been diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. As her memory and mental faculties begin to fade, Alice struggles to hold onto herself while her family—played by Alec Baldwin, Kristen Stewart, Kate Bosworth, and Hunter Parrish—grapple with the emotional impact of the disease. Year 7.5/10 1 hour 41 minutes Cinderella Man is a biopic starring Russell Crowe and telling the true story of James J Braddock. Set in the 1930s during the Great Depression, Braddock struggles to find work after breaking his hand as a boxer. When an opportunity to re-enter the ring arises, he has no option but to take it, going on to challenge the world heavyweight champion, and stirring hope throughout America as the nation follows him. Directed by Ron Howard, with supporting performances from Renée Zellwegger and Paul Giamatti, Cinderella Man was nominated for three Academy Awards. Year 8.0/10 2 hours 24 minutes Rob Reiner's iconic coming-of-age tale, based on a Stephen King novella, Stand By Me follows four 12-year-old boys trekking along the railroad in a quest to find a rumored dead body. They're confronted with a variety of physical and emotional hurdles along the way, testing the bonds of their friendship as they journey steadfastly towards their goal. River Phoenix, Wil Wheaton, Corey Feldman, and Jerry O'Connell star as the four young friends, accosted along the way by Kiefer Sutherland as an intimidating and dangerous bully. Year 8.1/10 1 hour 29 minutes Inception is a mind-bending, sci-fi, action blockbuster from Christopher Nolan. It stars Leonardo DiCaprio as Cobb, a highly skilled "extractor" tasked by Ken Watanabe to infiltrate the dreams of a rival CEO and leave behind an idea in his subconscious. The all-star cast features performances from Elliot Page, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Tom Hardy, Cillian Murphy, Michael Caine and more. And the time-diluting, multi-layered action sequences are intense, edge-of-your-seat affairs, further heightened by Hans Zimmer's era-defining score. Year 8.8/10 2 hours 28 minutes If none of the options above take your fancy, here are all the movies leaving Netflix at midnight tonight, making today your last chance to watch them on the platform. Title Release Year IMDb Score 21 Bridges 2019 6.6/10 A Haunted House 2013 5.0/10 A Haunted House 2 2014 4.7/10 Aloha 2015 5.4/10 Blended 2014 6.5/10 Cinderella Man 2005 8.0/10 Due Date 2010 6.5/10 Free State of Jones 2016 6.9/10 Green Lantern 2011 5.5/10 In the Heart of the Sea 2015 6.9/10 Inception 2010 8.8/10 Legends of the Fall 1994 7.5/10 Little 2019 5.5/10 Mr. Peabody & Sherman 2014 6.8/10 Oblivion 2013 7.0/10 Over the Hedge 2006 6.7/10 Scooby-Doo 2002 5.3/10 Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed 2004 5.3/10 Sea of Love 1989 6.8/10 Seven Years in Tibet 1997 7.1/10 Sixteen Candles 1984 7.0/10 Stand by Me 1986 8.1/10 Still Alice 2014 7.5/10 The Angry Birds Movie 2016 6.3/10 The Other Guys 2010 6.7/10 The Sisters Brothers 2018 6.9/10 The Transporter Refueled 2015 5.2/10 Top Five 2014 6.4/10 Without a Paddle 2004 5.8/10 Any one of these movies is worth a watch—or a rewatch—if you're looking for something to put on tonight, but don't put it off because they'll all be gone from Netflix by morning. Whether you're in the mood for a touching coming-of-age tale, a sweeping Western epic, or a heart-pounding action blockbuster, there's something on this list for everyone. So grab some popcorn already and get watching! When it comes to original shows and movies, no service comes close to Netflix. New original content is released weekly, so you'll never run out of shows to watch.
