Brie Larson takes flight asCaptain Marvelon this week's EW cover

Theres a bright new star in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Captain Marvelleads the cover ofEntertainment Weeklysnew issue, with an exclusive first look at Brie Larsons Air-Force-pilot-turned-intergalactic-hero. She cant help but be herself, Larson tells EW. Michael Muller/© Marvel Studios 2019 But the [not] waiting for orders is, to some, a character flaw. But before long, Carol finds herself back on Earth with new questions about her past. Ben Mendelsohn plays their leader Talos, who spearheads a Skrull invasion of Earth....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 149 words · Erin Kelly

Brie Larson takes to the sky in newCaptain Marveltrailer

Brie Larsonis flying high in the latest trailer forCaptain Marvel. And youre a Kree, a race of noble warriors? Heroes, she corrects him. Credit: Marvel Entertainment But the biggest reveal is an appearance by Annette Benings character, whos been kept a secret until now. Your life began the day it nearly ended, we hear her say. We found you with no memory. Marvel We made you one of us. So you could live longer, stronger, superior....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 108 words · Natalie Jackson

Brie Larson talks suiting up as the 'flawed' but 'empowering' hero inCaptain Marvel

When Brie Larson talks aboutCaptain Marvel,the word that comes up over and over again is flaw. Carol Danvers the Air Force pilot with alien powers that Larson plays inCaptain Marvel is very flawed. Shes the first one to rush into battle, and she doesnt always wait for orders. Chuck Zlotnick/© Marvel Studios 2019 She tells bad jokes. Its the thing that gets her in trouble, but its also the thing that makes her great....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 283 words · Michael Simmons

Brie Larson, Samuel L. Jackson blast to the past with EW'sCaptain Marvelissue

She’s an all-powerful Air Force pilot from outer space. He’s a government desk jockey with zero extraterrestrial experience. It’s a playful, trash-talking relationship based in reality. “And I was like, ‘c’mon. I need to be with my pal. Don’t let me do it alone!'” (They also opened up about their scene-stealing costar: Goose the cat.) double-check to pick up a copy on stands Friday to experience the full issue in all its throwback glory....

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 788 words · Jordan Jackson

Brightburnimagines if a young Superman didn't come in peace: EW review

As he gets older, he discovers that he has special powers. He is faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive… you get the idea. Hes Superman as a bad seed. Credit: Boris Martin/Screen Gems Theres certainly some genre-tweaking fun to be had with that bizarro-world, up-is-down, black-is-white premise. But the movie is more or lessallpremise. The rest is just an occasionally suspenseful, occasionally gory sci-fi riff on any number of earthbound creepy-kid thrillers....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 171 words · Angela Williams

Brightdirector responds to critic who called Netflix movie 'worst of the year'

In fact, one critic called it the single worst movie of 2017 and thats accounting forThe Emoji Movie. But Ayer seems to consider that distinction a point of pride. This is going on my fridge, Ayer tweeted to Ehrlich. Highest compliment is a strong reaction either way. This is a fking epic review. Its a big fun movie. you could sure string words together Mr. [Ehrlich]. Id love to read any script youve written....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Michael Solis

Brittany Murphy through the years

She went on to expand her career to film, appearing inFamily Prayers,Clueless, andFreeway. In honor of Murphy’s birthday, see photos of the actress through the years, ahead. Steve Granitz/WireImage; Evan Agostini/Getty Images; M. Tran/FilmMagic Elliott Marks Jim Smeal/WireImage New Line Cinema/Courtesy Everett Collection Jim Smeal/WireImage Jim Smeal/WireImage Sam Levi/WireImage Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage Ron Galella, Ltd./WireImage Ron Galella/WireImage Bill Davila/FilmMagic Steve Granitz/WireImage Theo Wargo/WireImage Vince Bucci/Getty Images Mychal Watts/WireImage Debra L Rothenberg/FilmMagic...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 99 words · Andrew Beasley

Broad City: Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glazer tease 'bittersweet' final season

Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer would never let their fictional counterparts end their series with a whimper. Its bittersweet, Jacobson says of leaving theCity, but its really uplifting, too. Below, the pair talk about wrapping up the series. Credit: Cara Howe/Comedy Central ABBI JACOBSON:Yeah, we knew how it would end. We werent sure exactlyhowwe would get there. For youJACOBSON:Ill clarify that a little bit. Cara Howe/Comedy Central Theres more character development, and then the last three episodes aretotallythat bittersweet vibe....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 325 words · Thomas Knapp

Broadway'sCarouselrevival doesn't work in the modern era: EW review

Some Broadway musicals are timeless.Carouselis not one of them. Then they kiss and walk offstage to get married. Time jumps three months and Julie is defending Billy to Carrie who still hasnt married Mr. Credit: Julieta Cervantes Snow because shes sassy yet practical for hitting her. Just making sure you caught that: Julie defended Billy hitting her. Because he doesnt have a job. The dancing takes center stage in this production, and its one of the best things about it....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 94 words · Laura Schroeder

Broadway'sFrozenis worth melting for: EW review

You already know how you feel about Let It Go. In a single sequined gasp, Queen Elsa becomes Ice Queen Elsa. The applause is immediate; you might say it could set off an avalanche. Credit: Deen Van Meer BroadwaysFrozen, opening Thursday at the St. James Theatre, is walking a delicate rope bridge in a blizzard. The sets are crystalline or candlelit; the sisterly angst between its leads is all too human....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 173 words · Lisa Bailey

Broadway'sHead Over Heelsis a giddy neon anthem of acceptance: EW review

It needs no further definition. Sexual hijinks ensue, in iambic pentameter. InHead Over Heels, there is a step beyond acceptance, and itsthe beat. Credit: Joan Marcus The best physical comedy falls to Durand, whose shepherd-in-disguise Musidorus finds himself the object of everyones affection. His script has since been significantly altered by James Magruder. Forty years after The Go-Gos formation,Head Over Heelsdoes more than preserve the bands iconic hits in amber....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Katrina Schultz DDS

Broadway'sMean Girlsmusical is ready to paint the town pink

Its taken nearly 15 years, butMean Girlsis finally making a Broadway musical happen. Nobody on the team expected us to do a performance that we had seen in the movie. Im not Lindsay Lohan. Credit: Joan Marcus For her, that meant Cady became more of an active storyteller. She wouldnt be where she was if the whole school didnt celebrate her, the actress notes. And I think thats this next step the show has taken to be really relevant today....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 123 words · Seth Cohen

Broadway-boundBeetlejuicemusical to premiere in October

Lock up your kids: He’s back! Its been in the works for years, but aBeetlejuicemusical is finally set for an official launch. The production is tentatively slated for an October bow, and performance dates are expected to be confirmed shortly. Credit: Mary Evans/GEFFEN PICTURES / WARNER BROS/Ronald Grant/Everett Collection Plus singing and dancing, of course. TimbersBeetlejuiceproduction was workshopped last year, withCommunitybreakout Danny Pudi among the actorsto star. No casting information for the pre-Broadway National Theatre production has been announced as of yet....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 88 words · Leslie Atkins