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Perth Now
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Women need a leg-up in the film business, says Kristen Stewart
Kristen Stewart thinks women need a "leg up" in the movie business. The 35-year-old movie star has made her directorial debut with 'The Chronology of Water', the new biographical drama film - but Kristen has admitted that she really struggled to get the project off the ground. The Hollywood star - who recently premiered 'The Chronology of Water' at the Cannes Film Festival - told IndieWire: "This was not without help. I needed to have a couple of public temper tantrums in order to get the right people to listen. "I have this stunning collaborator in Charles Gillibert, who [produced] 'On the Road', 'Personal Shopper', and 'Clouds of Sils Maria'. He understands that [women] need help and we need a f****** leg up. "It took a long time to get this made. Yeah. It took forever." Kristen eventually became convinced she could make the movie after auditioning Imogen Poots for the role of Lidia Yuknavitch. The actress-turned-director has heaped praise on Imogen, 35. Kristen said: "She's a walking motif. Look at her eyes. "Visually, I was taken aback when her face filled my Zoom screen in which we did a pseudo audition, aah, I started getting this feeling: 'Oh, my God, the movie might exist.'" Kristen hopes 'The Chronology of Water' can actually trigger a change within the movie business. The first-time director hopes that her project will encourage more movie studios to explore female narratives. Kristen - who is best known for playing Bella Swan in the 'Twilight' film franchise - said during a panel at Deadline's Cannes Film Festival studio: "We broke the seal. Hopefully we can start flooding, gushing into view." The actress believes cinemagoers have been presented with "prescribed stories" for too long. She said: "We get prescribed stories just shoved into our faces, down our throats." What's more, Kristen is frustrated with how women are often portrayed on the big screen. The movie star - whose acting credits include 'Cafe Society' and 'Crimes of the Future' - explained: "The imagery that we consume, the conversations that are not allowed, the fact that we can't tell people when we're bleeding, like it's gross or something."
Phone Arena
19-05-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
Verizon reps are fighting their own AI and your bill might be caught in the crossfire
AI is showing up everywhere these days and Verizon is no exception. But while the tech is supposed to make things easier, many Verizon reps are saying it's doing the opposite. Just recently, we covered how employees aren't too happy with the company's AI tools. Now, even more are speaking out, especially about one tool in particular: Personal Shopper. It's supposed to save time, but instead, it's adding stuff customers didn't ask for – which, of course, means higher bills. – btaginc, Reddit, May 2025 The worst part? Even when reps try to fix it, the system won't let them remove those add-ons – at least not until the billing cycle ends. And this issue isn't isolated. Personal Shopper recently rolled out to Verizon 's indirect reps and that is when more of these problems started surfacing. Now, here is the irony: when Verizon first introduced Personal Shopper and its sibling AI, Problem Solver, the company said it helped cut down transaction times by three minutes. In real-world use, though? Doesn't seem to be holding up. – Particular-Crow6525, Reddit, May 2025 – FragRaptor, Reddit, May 2025 Honestly, none of this is surprising if you have been following the fast-paced rise of AI. These tools often don't live up to the hype and they are almost always met with pushback – partly because they can't truly replicate humans and partly because they usually mean fewer jobs. – warmmillerlight, Reddit, May 2025 – darhews, Reddit, May 2025 As more employees file support tickets and flag the tool's problems, hopefully Verizon starts paying attention. Because a rushed rep trying to dodge AI errors definitely isn't a win for the customer. So next time you are working with a Verizon rep, maybe give them a little extra time – they might be dealing with more tech than they'd now, Verizon employees are basically stuck with the system. Some have found small workarounds, but it is far from ideal. And as AI continues creeping into every corner of daily life, we are probably going to hear even more stories like this – not just from Verizon , but from other carriers too. T-Mobile, for example, uses AI as well. Its PromoGenius app helps customer service reps quickly find info on deals, discounts, and trade-ins. And with plans to expand AI across more of its operations, don't be surprised if similar complaints start popping up from T-Mobile reps, too. We've reached out to Verizon for a comment and will update the story when we have a response.
Daily Mail
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Kristen Stewart's new wife Dylan Meyer confirms marriage with photos from laid-back LA ceremony
Kristen Stewart 's new wife Dylan Meyer has officially confirmed their marriage by giving fans a closer look at their laid-back wedding ceremony. The Twilight star, 35, tied the knot with the screenwriter, 37, on Sunday at the Mexican restaurant Casita del Campo near their home in LA's trendy Silver Lake neighborhood. And on Thursday, Meyer proved she's in newlywed bliss as she shared the first photos of their nuptials to Instagram. One photo showed Meyer, who went braless under a see-through blouse, and Stewart sharing a kiss as they seemingly had their first dance. The other snap showed the couple with their arms wrapped around one another as they gazed into each other's eyes. 'I do. I really really really really really do,' Meyer captioned the post, which has amassed over 35,000 'likes.' Fans flocked to the comment section to declare Meyer and Stewart — who have been together for six years — the 'best brides in the world.' Meyer's IG post comes days after footage of Stewart delivering her heartfelt vows during their casual wedding ceremony began circulating online. While the A-list actress is no stranger to performing in front of crowds, Stewart was clearly brimming with nervous enthusiasm as she read her vows off a piece of paper. Kristen's heartfelt words were momentarily interrupted as she fumbled to adjust her microphone, sparking some laughter from the crowd and lightening the already sweet moment. At one point, Kristen sweetly took Dylan's hands into her grasp. Dylan also read her vows off a piece of paper, and Kristen appeared moved by her words as she rubbed her eyes. Friends and family gathered around the couple but gave them some space as they watched the ceremony unfold with their phones capturing the scene. For their nuptials, the couple opted for an edgy twist on their bridal wear, with Dylan sporting a sheer top and silky taupe skirt while Kristen wore a taupe set combined with a white T-shirt. Notably, the wedding was not officiated by Food Network star Guy Fieri, whom Stewart previously hoped would do the honors. Even Guy himself said he would happily officiate the ceremony. Though the Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives ended up not performing the task, whoever ended up stepping up as officiate appeared to do a terrific job, even utilizing a prop clock at one point. TMZ reported that Kristen and Dylan procured their Los Angeles County marriage license on Tuesday of last week. Although Kristen and Dylan reportedly met back in 2013 on a movie set, the Hollywood figures didn't become an item until years later in August of 2019. They started dating shortly after Kristen and the model Stella Maxwell ended their high-profile relationship after dating since 2016. The Personal Shopper star and Dylan, who has worked as a screenwriter and actress, were reunited when they attended a mutual friend's party and bonded over growing up in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Times. In the summer of 2021, the two sparked engagement rumors after they were both seen wearing rings on their left hands. Kristen later confirmed in November to Howard Stern that she and Dylan had gotten engaged. In the years since, the ex of Robert Pattinson has occasionally shared updates on her wedding planning. Last year, sources told People that Kristen had come to 'prefer less fanfare than she originally wanted,' though they acknowledged that her desires 'changed' over time. However, Sunday's intimate wedding seems to have lined up perfectly with her choice to eschew a large, opulent ceremony. In February of last year, Kristen told Rolling Stone that she and Dylan were likely to get married 'soon,' and she suggested they were more serious than ever when she admitted that they had considered having children. 'I don't know what my family's going to look like, but there's no f***ing way that I don't start acquiring kids,' she said, before clarifying, 'And also, ideally at some point soon I go, "I want to have a kid." I really want that to happen.' The actress said she and Dylan had been considering carrying embryos donated from each other. The Loves Lies Bleeding star added that, though she wasn't 'scared of being pregnant' or of 'having a kid,' she was 'so f***ing scared of childbirth.' In recent years, Kristen and Dylan expanded their relationship to become colleagues as well. In February of last year, Kristen told Rolling Stone that she and Dylan were likely to get married 'soon,' and she suggested they were more serious than ever when she admitted that they had considered having children; the couple seen in 2022 In February, they were reported to have begun principal photography The Wrong Girls, a stoner comedy. It marks Dylan's feature-length debut as director, and she and Kristen co-wrote the film, which also stars Seth Rogen, Alia Shawkat, LaKeith Stanfield and Kumail Nanjiani. Kristen previously took her own stab at working behind the camera with her feature-length directorial debut, The Chronology Of Water, which she shot last year. The movie has been rumored to be a potential late addition to the Cannes Film Festival, though it will not be running in competition if it is selected later this week.
Daily Mail
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Kristen Stewart's wife Dylan Meyer flashes her ring picking up fast food after casual wedding
Kristen Stewart 's new wife Dylan Meyer displayed her new wedding band as she picked up a post-wedding Uber Eats delivery. The new Mrs. was seen retrieving a delivery from Joe & The Juice that was dropped off at the doorstep of their Los Feliz home on Monday, the day after their relaxed nuptials. Though dressed down for the pickup, Meyer, 37, made sure she didn't leave the house without her brand new accessory. The gold band featured a unique, boxy design and glimmered as she reached for her purchases. It seems after a day of celebrations Meyer was in the mood to keep it casual and comfortable. Joe & The Juice serves an assortment of items such as hearty sandwiches and juices infused with healthy ingredients, foods which likely served as much-needed nourishment following their fun-filled celebrations. Meyer received an order from Joe & The Juice at her Los Feliz home The screenwriter left the house barefoot and donned a cosy black shirt and matching sweatpants for her quick pick-up. Dylan and Kristen said 'I do' in a laid-back wedding held at the Mexican restaurant Casita del Campo on Sunday. The intimate and casual affair saw the newlyweds wed beneath an umbrella in the eatery's outdoor dining space. Notably, the wedding was not officiated by Food Network star Guy Fieri, whom Stewart previously hoped would do the honors. Even Guy himself said he would happily officiate the ceremony. Though the Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives ended up not performing the task, whoever ended up stepping up as officiate appeared to do a terrific job, even utilizing a prop clock at one point. TMZ reported that Kristen and Dylan procured their Los Angeles County marriage license on Tuesday of last week. Although Kristen and Dylan reportedly met back in 2013 on a movie set, the Hollywood figures didn't become an item until years later in August of 2019. She kept it casual the day after her wedding with a comfortable look It seems Meyer and her wife were in the mood for kicking back at home They started dating shortly after Kristen and the model Stella Maxwell ended their high-profile relationship after dating since 2016. The Personal Shopper star and Dylan, who has worked as a screenwriter and actress, were reunited when they attended a mutual friend's party and bonded over growing up in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Times. In the summer of 2021, the two sparked engagement rumors after they were both seen wearing rings on their left hands. Kristen later confirmed in November to Howard Stern that she and Dylan had gotten engaged. In the years since, the ex of Robert Pattinson has occasionally shared updates on her wedding planning. Last year, sources told People that Kristen had come to 'prefer less fanfare than she originally wanted,' though they acknowledged that her desires 'changed' over time. However, Sunday's intimate wedding seems to have lined up perfectly with her choice to eschew a large, opulent ceremony. In February of last year, Kristen told Rolling Stone that she and Dylan were likely to get married 'soon,' and she suggested they were more serious than ever when she admitted that they had considered having children. 'I don't know what my family's going to look like, but there's no f***ing way that I don't start acquiring kids,' she said, before clarifying, 'And also, ideally at some point soon I go, "I want to have a kid." I really want that to happen.' The actress said she and Dylan had been considering carrying embryos donated from each other. The Loves Lies Bleeding star added that, though she wasn't 'scared of being pregnant' or of 'having a kid,' she was 'so f***ing scared of childbirth.' In recent years, Kristen and Dylan expanded their relationship to become colleagues as well. In February, they were reported to have begun principal photography The Wrong Girls, a stoner comedy. It marks Dylan's feature-length debut as director, and she and Kristen co-wrote the film, which also stars Seth Rogen, Alia Shawkat, LaKeith Stanfield and Kumail Nanjiani. Kristen previously took her own stab at working behind the camera with her feature-length directorial debut, The Chronology Of Water, which she shot last year. The movie has been rumored to be a potential late addition to the Cannes Film Festival, though it will not be running in competition if it is selected later this week.
Daily Mail
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
'T-shirt brides' Kristen Stewart and Dylan Meyer choose coordinating but VERY casual outfits for their wedding
Kristen Stewart and her wife Dylan Meyer both opted for coordinated yet casual outfits for their intimate Los Angeles wedding over the weekend, much to the delight of their fans who praised them for being true to themselves. The couple tied the knot on Sunday with an intimate ceremony at Casita Del Campo, just days after they obtained a marriage certificate. And for their big day, the loved up pair refused to conform to traditional wedding attire, instead wearing similar chic ensembles. Love Lies Bleeding actress Kristen, 35, was photographed dressed in a plain white t-shirt underneath a grey short-sleeved shirt and matching A-line mini skirt. She completed the look with a pair of black socks and black lace-up trainers. Dylan, 37, also opted for a similar vibe, wearing a cream-colored mini shirt dress. The dress featured a sheer top half, while the skirt appeared to be made from satin. She finished the look with a pair of black socks and black loafers, and fashioned a black bow in her hair. Fans of the couple heaped praise on their casual attire, with many acknowledging that their clothing was very true to themselves. Swooning over the brides on Reddit, one said: 'For a second, I thought she was getting married in sweatpants and I thought yep, that's very Kirsten. I wasn't hating. I just thought it was a very Kirsten Stewart thing to do.' 'Absolutely love this,' another enthused. 'As a woman my age I'm so happy to see Kristen showing her true self to the world unapologetically.' A third wrote: 'Super happy for them. It looks so casual - so very Kristen. 'Marriage isn't about looking your best it's about lifetime commitment of spiritual formation and growth, which definitely fits her.' 'They're dressed kind of alike, to my eye,' another noticed. 'Both wore black socks and boots, and neutral/pale clothing with one in white sheer dress and one in (dress) suit. I'd guess they play through clothing.' Kristen and Dylan decided to keep their ceremony fairly small, with only a handful of their loved ones in attendance. Although the lovebirds kept their wedding guests to a minimum, they reportedly still had some celebrity guests, including Ashley Benson and her husband Brandon Davis. Kristen and Dylan — who is the daughter of filmmaker Nicholas Meyer — reportedly procured their Los Angeles County marriage license on April 15. Photos of the couple obtained by previously showed them together just a day before they received their marriage license. Although Kristen and Dylan reportedly met back in 2013 on a movie set, the Hollywood figures didn't become an item until years later in August of 2019. They started dating shortly after Kristen and the model Stella Maxwell ended their high-profile relationship after dating since 2016. The Personal Shopper star and Dylan, who has worked as a screenwriter and actress, were reunited when they attended a mutual friend's party and bonded over growing up in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles Times. In the summer of 2021, the two sparked engagement rumors after they were both seen wearing rings on their left hands. Kristen later confirmed in November to Howard Stern that she and Dylan were engaged. In the years since, the ex of Robert Pattinson has occasionally shared updates on her wedding planning. Last year, sources told People that Kristen had come to 'prefer less fanfare than she originally wanted,' though they acknowledged that her desires 'changed' over time. However, Sunday's intimate wedding seems to have lined up perfectly with her choice to eschew a large, opulent ceremony. In recent years, Kristen and Dylan expanded their relationship to become colleagues as well. In February, they were reported to have begun principal photography The Wrong Girls, a stoner comedy. It marks Dylan's feature-length debut as director, and she and Kristen co-wrote the film, which also stars Seth Rogen, Alia Shawkat, LaKeith Stanfield and Kumail Nanjiani. Kristen previously took her own stab at working behind the camera with her feature-length directorial debut, The Chronology Of Water, which she shot last year. The movie has been rumored to be a potential late addition to the Cannes Film Festival, though it will not be running in competition if it is selected later this week.
