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‘The Bodyguard’ is not a singalong: UK show stopped abruptly after audience disruption

A performance of “The Bodyguard” was cut short this weekend in Manchester, England, after audience members disrupted the show by singing along loudly to “I Will Always Love You.”

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

California stockpiles abortion medication after Texas court ruling

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Monday that California will stockpile an emergency supply of 2 million abortion pills known as misoprostol in response to a federal judge in Texas ruling against the authorization of another medication that has been used to terminate pregnancies for decades.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

Hilary Swank welcomes twins: ‘It wasn’t easy. But boy (and girl!) was it worth it’

Hilary Swank and husband Philip Schneider have welcomed twins, the actor announced Sunday.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

Striking at the heart of Hollywood

As contract negotiations have continued, leaders of the Writers Guild of America have asked their members to give them authority to call a strike should they fail to reach an agreement on a new contract with studios by May 1. While a strike is not assured, many in Hollywood say…

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

‘Succession’ just killed off a major character. Where does the show go from here?

That sound you heard Sunday night was the sound of the internet exploding at the news that one of TV’s most terrifying protagonists, Logan Roy, had died.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

Well, that was a twist. What ‘Succession’ fans are saying about this week’s episode

A wedding episode of “Succession” wouldn’t be complete without a jaw-dropping plot twist that drastically alters the trajectory of the hit HBO drama — and Sunday night’s installment did not disappoint.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

Mary McNamara: The new 'Indiana Jones' trailer will make you nostalgic — for a thriving movie culture

The official trailer for "Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny" dropped last week and I am so excited it's embarrassing.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

'Super Mario Bros. Movie' composer levels up: 'I want this score to be my 'E.T.''

LOS ANGELES — One hundred and thirty. That's the minimum number of references to the various "Mario"-branded video games that "Super Mario Bros. Movie" composer Brian Tyler estimates he included in his score for the film.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

Please don't blow up a pipeline after seeing this film

At a time when many filmmakers are paranoically spoiler-phobic, director Daniel Goldhaber doesn't mind if audiences know the outcome of his new movie going in.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023

How the politics and personalities of Portland's art scene informed A24's 'Showing Up'

A ceramic artist named Lizzy sits in her studio, nimbly bending the arm of a clay figurine. She examines her creation, then picks up a fork and scrapes the clay girl's skirt. In doing so, she adds folds to the clothing and makes it look more realistic.

Los Angeles Times · Apr 10, 2023