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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Overhyped and overrated': Josh Allen's wife Hailee Steinfeld faces harsh criticism from Dave Portnoy
Dave Portnoy ignited a debate by criticizing Hailee Steinfeld's film 'Sinners,' despite Josh Allen's praise (Imagn Images) Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is known for pulling no punches, and his latest target is Sinners—the gothic vampire drama starring Hailee Steinfeld , wife of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen. More than three months after its April 18 premiere, Portnoy made it clear he wasn't buying into the hype. Dave Portnoy slams Hailee Steinfeld 's ' Sinners ' Portnoy told followers on X (formerly Twitter) that he had intended to watch the much-anticipated thriller Weapons, only to discover it wasn't available to stream. Instead, he settled on Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler and set in 1930s Mississippi, with Steinfeld playing a multi-racial vampire opposite Michael B. Jordan. 'I may be like 6 months late with this critique but that was one of the most overhyped, overrated movies of all time. If you say that movie was great, you have no movie credibility with me,' Portnoy tweeted, leaving little doubt about his verdict. The criticism comes well past the film's promotional run, but the blunt delivery reignited conversation—especially since Allen had publicly praised his wife's performance earlier this year, calling the film 'fantastic' during a team media appearance. NFL rivalry spills into Hollywood chatter Not all NFL voices shared Allen's glowing review. New York Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner jokingly declared in April, 'out of respect for my dawg Josh, i will not be going to see Sinners,' adding a playful twist to the inter-division rivalry. Allen, coming off an MVP-caliber season with over 3,700 passing yards and 40 total touchdowns, married Steinfeld on May 31 in a celebration he called 'the best night of my life' on HBO's Hard Knocks. The couple's high-profile status in both sports and entertainment has made Sinners a talking point well beyond the usual moviegoing crowd. A personal story behind the supernatural Director Ryan Coogler has said the idea for Sinners stemmed from family stories and Mississippi blues history, weaving in a supernatural twist with Michael B. Jordan playing twin brothers navigating post-World War I life. For Steinfeld, the role was deeply personal, connecting to her own heritage while tackling a complex, genre-bending character. Also Read: Josh Allen spotted on romantic Buffalo date night with Hailee Steinfeld after missing Bills' pre-season opener loss Whether Portnoy's critique is an outlier or a sign of broader backlash, one thing is certain: in the NFL-Hollywood crossover space, even movie reviews can turn into headline-grabbing drama. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Epoch Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Epoch Times
The Great Depression, New Deals, and the Birth of Social Security
Herbert Hoover stood before a crowd of Republicans at Stanford University to accept the party's presidential nomination. It was Aug. 11, 1928, and America stood at the crescendo of the Roaring '20s. After the post-World War I depression, the country had dramatically rebounded under the Republican administrations of Warren G. Harding and Calvin Coolidge. America was the beacon of economic prosperity. 'We in America today are nearer to the final triumph over poverty than ever before in the history of any land,' Hoover announced. 'The poor-house is vanishing from among us. We have not yet reached the goal, but given a chance to go forward with the policies of the last eight years, and we shall soon with the help of God be in sight of the day when poverty will be banished from this nation.'
The Sun
24-07-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
Trump visits Scotland to honor mother's roots amid golf course opening
SCOTLAND: US President Donald Trump is set to visit Scotland this week, returning to the land where his mother, Mary Anne MacLeod, was born and raised. The trip marks a personal journey for Trump, who has often spoken fondly of his Scottish heritage. 'It's great to be home, this was the home of my mother,' Trump said during his last visit in 2023. Born in 1912 on the Isle of Lewis, MacLeod emigrated to the US at 18, later marrying Fred Trump and helping establish the family's real estate empire. Trump will officially open his newest golf course in Aberdeen, adding to his existing Scottish properties. The visit also highlights his mother's humble beginnings in Tong, a small town where the family home still stands just 200 metres from the sea. MacLeod, the youngest of 10 children, grew up speaking Gaelic before learning English. Life on Lewis was difficult post-World War I, prompting her to follow her sister's footsteps to America in 1930. She worked as a domestic helper before meeting Fred Trump at a dance, marrying him in 1936. Despite her later wealth, MacLeod remained connected to her roots, frequently visiting Lewis until her death in 2000. Trump has described her as 'a great beauty' and 'one of the most honest and charitable people I have ever known.' However, not all Scots welcome Trump's visit. Protests are planned in Aberdeen and Edinburgh, with some locals displaying banners criticizing him. A Stornoway shop recently hung a sign reading, 'Shame on you Donald John,' which authorities have asked to be removed. The trip underscores Trump's deep ties to Scotland, even as his presence remains divisive. - AFP
Epoch Times
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Epoch Times
‘Frantz': Between Truth and Lies
In the quiet aftermath of carnage, grief doesn't simply fade; it simmers beneath the surface. The broody 2016 drama 'Frantz' begins not with the roar of battle but with the fragile silence left behind, a space where secrets, sorrow, and guilt swirl like smoke. The story is set in a battered post-World War I Europe struggling to recover. French director François Ozon's take on Maurice Rostand's 1925 play, 'The Man I Killed' ('L'homme que j'ai tue,') brings more than lost souls back to life. Instead, it exposes the deep emotional scars war leaves on people, not just countries.
Cosmopolitan
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
'An exciting expansion of Yellowstone': 1923 is the must-watch drama just added to Netflix with Helen Mirren
Yellowstone fans we have some very important news, the highly-acclaimed prequel season to the OG series 1923 has just dropped on Netflix, and it needs to go straight to the top of your watchlist. The first season came out in 2022, but up until now was only available in the UK on Paramount+. However, that all changed when Netflix added the first season of the western drama to the streamer at the beginning of July. All eight episodes of the season that has been called "exciting expansion of the Yellowstone franchise" and "addictively compelling" are available now and if you haven't watched it yet this is your sign to, especially as one reviewer pointed out "you don't have to be familiar with Yellowstone to enjoy the new prequel." Curious to know more? Here's what to know about 1923. 1923 serves as one of the prequel series to the incredibly popular Yellowstone series. Just like Yellowstone it follows the lives of the Dutton family but as the name suggests it is of course set in 1923 and therefore brings in plotlines that cover subject areas such as post-World War I life, the Great Depression, prohibition and drought. Talk about an iconic lineup, the two main leads of 1923 are Dame Helen Mirren as Cara Dutton and Harrison Ford as Jacob Dutton. Also main leads in the series are: There are two season of 1923 in total, however only the first season is currently on Netflix. The second season came out in February this year and is currently available to watch in the UK on Paramount+. 1923 season one is available on Netflix
