Posted on October 07, 2024
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Al Pacino Is Still Going Big
Al Pacino has been one of the world’s greatest, most influential actors for more than 50 years. He’s audacious. He’s outrageous. He’s Al Pacino, and I’m pretty sure you know what that entails.
So I’d like to talk about some aspects of him that merit fresh discussion. Did you know, for example, that he is cinema’s greatest-ever swearer? (This is fact, not opinion.) He delights in those words. He lustily chomps on them. This zest for delivering colorful language, I suspect, is a source of the criticism that he has become a scenery-chewer. Which isn’t nearly the whole picture. Fans of his layered, subtle work in “The Godfather” or “Dog Day Afternoon” need to immediately see more recent films like “The Humbling” or “The Insider” or “Manglehorn” to understand his enduring range. But also, the parts of Pacino movies where Pacino goes big are always the best parts of Pacino movies! Did anyone want him to underplay Satan in “The Devil’s Advocate”?
At 71, the First Black Trans Model Looks Back
Almost 50 years after Tracey Norman’s face was on a Clairol box, she says she’s still “in survival mode.”
There are mothers, and there are Mothers. The former is a role as old as time; the latter you may have heard of only if you’ve seen Paris is Burning or RuPaul’s Drag Race, or follow Pat McGrath on Instagram. To be Mother is one of the highest titles one can earn in the drag scene and beyond, and signals a leader’s place at the head of a drag House (or leader of a pack of any like-minded people). It’s how Tracey “Africa” Norman earned her name.
Norman was a model from Newark, New Jersey, who began working in the fashion industry just when Black models like Pat Cleveland and Bethann Hardison were gaining influence. Her soft, striking features made her particularly suited to beauty campaigns. One of her first breaks came when legendary photographer Irving Penn cast her in a two-day shoot for Vogue Italia. Another came when she modeled for a shade of Clairol’s Born Beautiful hair dye, and her face appeared in drugstores and supply shops nationwide. (She heard hers “was the hottest selling box.”) But every so often, jobs would drop away, and agencies would excuse her, for seemingly no reason at all. She knew the reason: They discovered she was trans.
Madonna Pays Heartbreaking Tribute to Brother Christopher Ciccone After His Sad Passing
She opened up about what he meant to her.
Madonna has paid a heart-wrenching tribute to her brother Christopher Ciccone, who sadly passed away on Oct. 4 at the age of 63.
Christopher died as a result of his battle with cancer, a representative confirmed to TMZ. He passed away surrounded by his husband Ray Thacker and loved ones.
“My brother Christopher is gone,” the popstar wrote on Instagram on Oct. 6 alongside a beautiful set of photos of herself with her younger brother.
“He was the closest human to me for so long. Its hard to explain our bond. But it grew out of an understanding that we were different and society was going to give us a hard time for not following the status quo.”
The ‘mouse haircut’ is set to be autumn’s favourite hair trend
Equal parts shy and sultry.
It was only a matter of time before the mouse haircut had its own moment, following the popularity of all the other animal-inspired chops that came before it. We’ve seen the wolf cut, fox cut, butterfly cut and kitty cut all take off over the past couple of years, but heading out of hibernation, the mouse haircut offers so much cosy character for autumn.
Black history is part of the fabric of life – we should celebrate it every day
Here’s why Black History Month is so important.
Guess what? Every month is Black History Month – or at least it should be. But behind closed doors, many question why we even need one month dedicated to celebrating our heritage.
I’ll tell you why: By the time I was eight, I could tell you about all the kings and queens of England, about the battle of Hastings in 1066, and beyond. But I knew nothing about my own history, just whispers and folklore.
How to contour your face, according to makeup artists
It’s all about light and shade…
Contour: it carves razor-sharp cheekbones. It adds three-dimensional shape to the face. Contouring – the art of using light and shadow to accentuate your bone structure – remains one of the most popular makeup techniques both on the red carpet and IRL.
But there can be something daunting about using multiple shades of foundation and knowing precisely where to draw those painterly stripes.
We spoke to makeup artists to get the low-down on exactly how to contour for a natural-looking, sculpted look.
Why curtain bangs look amazing on everyone
Wondering if you should get bangs? This low-maintenance trend is a good place to start.
Once upon a time, there were Brigitte Bardot’s thick, piece-y bangs. Then there was Farrah Fawcett’s angelic, flipped-out fringe. Now curtain bangs have a new, unofficial ambassador: Sabrina Carpenter. Throughout 2024, the Short n’ Sweet singer has showcased the incredible versatility of the face-framing style with updos, beachy waves, Old Hollywood curls, and even a retro scarf.
This hair look has transcended time for a few reasons: First, it’s low-maintenance. No really. Compared with other types of bangs, the grow-out usually blends with the rest of your hair. “Curtain bangs are almost grown-out bangs” to begin with, says Rubi Aguilar, a New York City hairstylist who’s worked with Courtney Cox, Kaia Gerber, and Paloma Elsesser.
53 pink nails to try, from ballerina to Barbie
Find your fave.
Pink nails are trending even a year after Barbie hit the big screen, because the shade will always offer up a whole gradient of covetable manicures. Milky pink and ballerina hues remain a popular go-to shade, but brighter fluro pinks are picking up more and more ground as maximalist nails ditch low-key manis for something entirely statement.
Wherever you fall on the scale, pink remains one of the most versatile nail colours out there. Its spectrum stretches from delicate pale pinks, rosy blushes, tawny pinks and muted pinks, all the way to bold hot pink, neon, fuchsia, cerise and raspberry. That’s a whole load of options for one shade to offer.
As Hugh Grant calls Bridget Jones 4 ‘very sad’, here’s everything we know so far
The One Day star joins Renée Zellweger and Hugh Grant.
When many millennials think of ultimate rom-com, one film often springs to mind: Bridget Jones’ Diary. And now, we’re in for another dose of Bridge, as a fourth film is officially on its way – and and the casting line-up is looking pretty impeccable. We won’t keep you wondering. Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant and Emma Thompson are returning to the film franchise, with Chiwetel Ejiofor and One Day’s Leo Woodall joining the cast, too.
Reprising his role as Daniel Cleaver in the new Bridget Jones movie, Hugh Grant said during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show that “As well as being extremely funny, it’s very, very sad.”
He added, “It’s actually a very good and moving script, and I say that as someone who is horrid about scripts.”
49 autumn movies that are perfect to cosy up with
Time to snuggle up.
Autumn movies are perfect for when you want to cosy up with a cup of tea and forget about your real-life distractions for a good two hours.
So, with autumnal weather already upon us, what does one do? Head to the theatres? Maybe. The season is traditionally when some of the best movies of the year come to theatres. After the studios make their money with summer blockbusters, they roll out their awards contenders during the rest of the year, which are sure to keep us occupied. But there are only so many new movies to watch, and we wanna keep that golden-leaf energy every day!
Rabbi Noah In ‘Nobody Wants This’ Is The Male Lead Everybody Wants
The hit Netflix rom-com has hit a chord with audiences around the world, in large part due to its male romantic lead, Rabbi Noah. And it’s about time a TV show gave us a non-toxic male lead, says Naomi May.
The rom-coms that have stolen our hearts of late — Normal People, One Day, Emily in Paris, And Just Like That — have left us wanting. They’ve shattered our hearts into smithereens as we’ve commiserated lost fictional connections, splintered experiences and mourned all that was left in the unsaid. So it felt like breathing fresher air to spend a blissful, peaceful five hours inhaling all 10 episodes of Netflix’s newest rom-com, Nobody Wants This this week.
Nobody Wants This centres on the unlikely relationship between sex podcaster Joanne (Kristen Bell) and Rabbi Noah (Adam Brody), who meet at a mutual friend’s dinner party. The series’ creator and executive producer, Erin Foster, has called the series a ‘love letter’ to her marriage, with the story of Joanne and Noah loosely based on her experience of falling for her now-husband, who is the son of Jewish Russian émigrés.
Tiaras At The Ready: Anne Hathaway Is Returning For Disney+’s The Princess Diaries 3
Several questions now remain. Will Julie Andrews, who despite voicing Bridgerton’s Lady Whistledown has not appeared on screen since 2017, reprise her role as the always poised, scrupulously diplomatic former Queen Clarisse? And what about Heather Matarazzo’s quirky best friend Lily, Chris Pine’s dashing Nicholas Devereaux, or Mandy Moore’s scathing cheerleader Lana Thomas from the first film? Whatever happens, we’ve got our fingers crossed for more makeovers, glittering balls, brutal quips, side-splitting set pieces and plenty of mattress surfing.
A New Malala-Produced Documentary Spotlights Korea’s Elder Free Diving Fisherwomen
“There’s a 90-year-old woman who goes out for four hours every day and catches sea urchins with her hands.” Filmmaker Sue Kim is describing the flabbergasting feats displayed by the subjects of her first feature, The Last of the Sea Women. Known as haenyeo (pronounced “hen-YO”), these real-life mermaids free dive the ocean depths off the Korean peninsula’s southern tip to pluck the fresh seafood for which Jeju Island is renowned. Somehow, as Kim puts it, “so many people haven’t heard of this woman-centered, breadwinning, matriarchal society that’s existed for hundreds of years on this island.”
Now, the new Apple TV+ film is bringing their incredible work and inspiring lives to a global audience. The Last of the Sea Women trails this league of extraordinary women—most in their 60s and older—as they confront a threat to the waters that are the source of their livelihood. Produced by female-education activist and youngest Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai, it’s the rare documentary that feels both uplifting and urgent, about a tight-knit band of fierce, sassy, tireless elder ladies who embody freedom and independence—and whose physical feats surpass healthy men in their prime.
The Mad Genius of Maria Callas
“Maria Callas” was originally published in the May 1964 issue of Vogue.
Passion and talent arm her. She has the power of genius. In Maria Callas the fire of her presence and the ice of her control meet with almost frightening force. “There is no one like her,” said Rudolf Bing, of New York’s Metropolitan Opera, arena of some of her most crashing battles with management. “She is an artistic personality of unique fascination and power.”
Recently, at the Royal Opera House at Covent Garden, Maria Callas, after a year-and-a-half off-stage, shattered her own superlatives as Tosca in Franco Zeffirelli’s emblazed new production. (Tosca became the toughest ticket in London.) “A radiant personality steeped in music,” Sir David Webster of the Royal Opera called her: “She has the ability to make an audience part of her own experience…she can raise a Tosca to the level of classical tragedy.”
Who Invented the Bra? A History of the Controversial Garment
Few items of clothing are more entwined with the evolution of fashion and the cultural status of women than the bra. From its functional past to its fashionable present, the bra has shifted from an item that was meant to be kept under wraps to one that many women proudly show off—or even wear as tops.
Of course, as fashion progresses, so does the bra. Today’s lingerie brands offer no shortage of comfortable and innovative options—from barely-there bandeaus to backless bralettes—for bodies of all types, while designers consistently dream up new bra-inspired runway and red carpet looks. In fact, the classic garment has become so ingrained in our closets and collective consciousness, that it’s hard to imagine a time before their existence—whether you love them, loathe them, or wear them at all.
It all begs the question, who invented the bra? Below, a look at the fascinating evolution and history of the bra.
The 32 Best Sports Movies Ever
From inspiring true stories to captivating character studies.
There’s no question that a sports story makes for a great cinematic experience. There are dozens of iconic athletes or instances of underdog teams turning into champions, and the intensity of a game, match, or competition can essentially mirror the rise and fall of a film’s climactic action. Whether you’re seated on game day or simply a fan of great movies, there are many incredible sports movies worth watching.
Many sports movies span genres, from hilarious comedies to rom-coms to prestige dramas. In fact, some of our greatest actors have transformed themselves for a sports movie or have several under their belt. Each of these movies has something for even the uninitiated: You don’t need to be a die-hard fan, in other words, to connect to the spirit of the film. Below, the 32 best sports movies of all time.
30 Great Black-and-White Horror Movies Worth Revisiting
For nearly as long as there have been movies, there have been horror movies. The genre was there from the start, luring in audiences who wanted to witness things they’d never thought they wanted to witness before. Vampiric monsters, ghastly apparitions, human abnormalities — they were all the stuff of nightmares a century ago, just as they are today.
Many of the titles on this list of great black-and-white horror movie are well-known classics, others are smaller cult favorites, and a couple are recent works from directors who appreciate the potential power of black-and-white cinema. But they’re all worth revisiting this Halloween season.
News Flash: Fall Is Actually the Best Time to Go City-Hopping in Switzerland
It’s called shoulder season, ever heard of it?
If you’ve ever dreamed of visiting Switzerland (duh), I need to introduce you to a glorious concept: shoulder season. It’s the magical time between September and October when the weather is mild, the picturesque towns are a bit less crowded, and the vibes are autumnal as hell. And I know, you might be saying to yourself: If I’m going to go all the way to Switzerland, I’m at least going to ski the Swiss Alps or hit up a holiday market. And I hear you on that. But after city-hopping through the pretty country myself this past September, I feel confident in assuring you that shoulder season is superior. And I’m ready to prove it to you. So here’s the deal: You’re going to want to start with Zurich.
15 High-Protein Desserts That Will Satisfy Any Late-Night Craving
The best part? You can add or skip the protein powder.
We’ve all been there: It’s late, you ate dinner a while ago, and you’re craving something sweet, but you want to avoid a sugar crash. This is when having a high-protein dessert handy is clutch. Yes, it is possible to satisfy the desire for desert with something that’s also nutritious. “Choosing a high-protein dessert can help maximize satiety and promote steady blood sugar control,” says Paige Heiden, M.S., R.D.N., a nutritionist at Culina Health.
But how do you know if something has enough protein in it?
A DNA test upended my family. Do I side with my grandmother — or her secret child?
I don’t know what I owe my newfound relative.
My grandmother had a teenage pregnancy she hid from her family before giving birth in secret and immediately giving the child up for adoption after birth. I accidentally discovered this after I received a message on an ancestry DNA website from someone closely related genetically to me. She told me she knew barely anything about her birth parents and was desperate to just have an answer. I accidentally exposed this secret to my mother and grandmother by asking if anyone knew who this person who messaged me was.
My grandmother was horrified, and wants nothing to do with her. How do I respect the choice my grandmother felt she had to make at that time in her life and protect her peace, while also acknowledging that this person should be able to at least know who the people who created her are and prominent family medical history?
Wait, why is Dr Pepper so popular now?
How the proudly weird beverage became the second-most popular soda in America.
Dr Pepper is, arguably, a weird drink. The name alone raises an eyebrow: Is it medicinal? Is it spicy? Is it similar to Coca-Cola, the most famous dark-brown soda in the world? Who is this eponymous doctor anyway? The label on the can claims it’s an “authentic blend” of 23 flavors but doesn’t clarify what a single one is. When I take a sip, I mostly get cherry with undertones of amaretto and licorice, and maybe the barest hint of cough medicine. With another sip, I second-guess myself. Drinking it only leaves me with more questions.
Who Gets to Be a Daddy?
The best compliment a man — gay or straight, old or … not so old — can receive is to enter the pantheon of daddies.
The daddy thing is so widespread in popular entertainment, both gay and, more and more, straight, that its darker implications (which I’ll get to shortly) have become largely overshadowed by its playful ones, which, at their most benign, basically add up to an assertion that there’s nothing more magnetic than a man who ages well. The always-ahead-of-the-curve playwright Jeremy O. Harris was one of the first to the party with a 2019 Off Broadway play, titled “Daddy,” about the imbalanced relationship between a young Black emerging artist and an older white collector (of art and young men) that explored the most troublesome elements of that dynamic, as well as the sexiest aspects of its push and pull.
Lana Del Rey and the case for keeping your relationship private
Last week, Lana Del Rey married her alligator tour guide boyfriend just days after going public. In a world of oversharing, there’s something to be said for keeping things to yourself – here’s how you can try it
Documenting your life with a partner is nothing new. Falling in love is one of the most consuming and transformative experiences a person can have. Just look at any artist, philosopher, poet or musician over the past 1,000 years for proof. But does the intensity of this experience mean you should update everyone you know on just how in love you are via a carefully curated Instagram dump, or consume all of your time with friends talking about it? On reflection, maybe not.
16 Types of Winter Squash to Use for Soup, Stews, Quick Breads, and Pie
Beautiful, diverse, versatile, and just plain wonderful.
We adore winter squash season. The versatile vegetables—technically fruits—take center stage from October through January. Their nutty, sweet, earthy flavors are made for soups, salads, pastas, and desserts. Plus, they are easy to cook, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
While we love all types of winter squash, they aren’t the same. Some are enormous, others are a single-portion size. Some have dense, nutty flesh while others are milder, sweeter, and more watery. Some have a thin skin you might like to eat, and others have a tougher exterior that you wouldn’t want to. Because of this diversity, each is best suited to certain preparations. We’ve gathered 16 winter squash varieties you should know for fall cooking.
How to Make Caramel—It’s Easier Than You Think
Sarah Carey is here to guide you through the process.
It only has one ingredient, sugar, but caramel might be the most intimidating project you can undertake in the kitchen. The process that transforms that sugar into caramel is magical—and I’m here to hold your hand as you experiment. Learn how to make caramel with me; I’m sharing my expert tips and workarounds (you can fix it if it crystallizes!). Also, you’ll want to try my favorite desserts that use caramel—because once you know how, you’ll be making it on the regular.
14 Halloween Flower Arrangements That Are Eerily Beautiful
From carnivorous cobra lilies to “Black Beauty” roses, consider these flowers for your Halloween home décor.
Flowers set the mood for any occasion, and Halloween is no exception. As our editors and favorite florists have demonstrated to memorable effect, you can always use flowers to create an autumnal atmosphere in your home. The fall harvest season provides a bounty of inspiration, like heirloom pumpkins, gourds, flowers, and edible crops, to use in your Halloween flower arrangements.
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