What is the medal in theStar Wars:The Rise of Skywalkertrailer?

Theres no mistaking where its from. This was one of the honors bestowed on Luke Skywalker and Han Solo (but not Chewie!) at the end of 1977s originalStar Wars. Credit: Lucasfilm The only question is, whose is it Hans or Lukes? Either way, its a heartbreaking moment. Only the medal remains as a memento. Lucasfilm Another relic of that time comes later. The medal is a hint that its the former, but theres an equal chance its the latter....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 126 words · Samantha Jones

What it was like to edit Daniel Day-Lewis' final performance

Phantom Threadisnt just a reunion between Paul Thomas Anderson and Daniel Day-Lewis, 10 years afterThere Will Be Blood. Paul and I have been very good friends for 20 years, since we started working together. So I feel like I didnt exactly go away Paul and I have been in touch the whole time. Laurie Sparham/Focus Features He wanted to make a story about a couple whose relationship was the most combative thing....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 288 words · Eric Riley

What it was like to record with Aretha Franklin

He told EW what it was like to record with the late legend. We were both in our mid-20s. She was nice sort of shy-ish so there wasnt a lot of talking. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images But she had such command of that voice and piano. It was a fun day. It was just free flowing. The three albums I played on, she never said to play this or do that....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 179 words · Sonia Burns

What it's really like to be a movie extra: Author Sheena Kamal dishes on theDeadpoolset

Sheena Kamalwas born in the Caribbean and immigrated to Canada as a child. Below, she writes about her time as an extra in Hollywood in her own words. They were going to have to find another pint-sized woman to fit into my costume. Credit: Joe Lederer/Marvel/FOX Obviously, the pink eye was a lie. Who gets conjunctivitis as an adult? I had just gotten a book deal with HarperCollins in the US and Bonnier Zaffre in the UK....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 309 words · Regina Hopkins DDS

What it's really like to write made-for-TV Hallmark Christmas movies

Don’t deny it, you’ve seen plenty of Hallmark holiday movies. Conflicts are easily overcome, old flames are rekindled, and cookies are eaten. But what really goes into creating one of these jolly tales of Yuletide wonderment? Credit: Ryan Plummer/Crown Media We asked two Hallmark movie writers to share the inside scoop on their experience. ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: So how does the process start? Do you pitch Hallmark an idea and then write it if they’re interested?...

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 703 words · Diana Burnett

What John David Washington learned fromBlacKkKlansman, Spike Lee, and dad Denzel

When you were auditioning for this, were you familiar with this story prior?No. And I had met Spike before I think I was, what, 5 years old or something? He told me to call him Uncle Spike. Credit: David Lee/Focus Features So hes been Uncle ever since to me. I read it, I call him back like, I was blown away. I couldnt believe it. And he said, All right, see you this summer....

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 950 words · Keith Pierce

What Kristoff St. John did on his last episode ofYoung and the Restless

Devon is about to host an important music showcase so Neil came to watch and support his son. Im proud of you. Im really glad Im here to witness this next triumph in your life. CBS The episode is vintage Neil, whos among the most loving and supportive characters on the show. Naturally, Ana is a hit! Neil and Devon fist-bump to celebrate. CBS She did it for you, Neil says to Devon....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 232 words · Samuel Mcdonald

What Meghan Markle might wear on royal occasions based on herSuitsstyle

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. From formal events at the palace to charity engagements, she’ll need a fresh look for every occasion. In anticipation of all the fashion fun, we reimagined the actress’Suitsstyle for royal occasions. Matt Dunham - WPA Pool/Getty Images How about something similar to this Cashmere Northcombe Coat by Burberry London as an option for Markle? It takes place in June so she should be (almost) warm enough despite the lack of sleeves....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Glen Johnson

What Men Wantand the meaning of the new romantic comedy

Ghostbusters.Ocean’s 8.And nowWhat Men Want. We probably don’t need to add that this version was written by a woman. “I auditioned forNorbityears ago and he really liked me,” explains Henson. Jess Miglio/Paramount Pictures “I also didn’t want her to find her success through a man,” she says. “I’m always fighting that in scripts, even onEmpire. Gordon, who directs Issa Rae and Regina Hall in this spring’sLittle, heard the refrain loud and clear....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 280 words · David Horn

What Men Wantdelivers some fun but leaves us wanting: EW review

Let the games begin. Is that even a tagline? The movie offers no twists or surprises about its premise. Credit: Jess Miglio/Paramount Pictures It delivers exactly what you expect, in exactly the way you expect. (Let the games begin.) Whereas this movie could easily have been fresh and nuanced and funnier! Even a tiny role from boyfriend-to-the-stars Pete Davidson cant make this movie feel like it belongs in 2019. No one has ever accused a Tracy Morgan character of being difficult to read....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 111 words · Marissa Miller

What Michelle Obama says about her marriage and Donald Trump in new memoir

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. What if that person went looking for our girls? Donald Trump, with his loud and reckless innuendos, was putting my family’s safety at risk. Crown And for this I’d never forgive him." So, I’ll never forgive him for what he did to our military. Obama also goes into detail about her difficulties conceiving, revealing that she suffered a miscarriage. Marla Aufmuth/Getty Images...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 110 words · Joseph Odonnell

What Nobel prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro knows about childhood

‘Never Let Me’ go captures a secret truth about being a kid Have you ever heard ofLaurie Dann? A few students saw smoke crawling from the garbage, and a teacher extinguished it before anybody was hurt. Dann also left poisoned brownies in the teachers lounge, but nobody ate them. Credit: Vintage Im pretty sure the teacher who put out the firebomb was our own second grade teacher, Mrs. Walsh. Just like how Dr....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 191 words · Nancy Arellano

What should Amazon'sLord of the Ringsseries be about?

Let’s wildly speculate about the streaming giant’s foray into Middle-earth. Light the beacons of Gondor: J.R.R. Tolkien is coming to the small screen. Credit: Pierre Vinet/New Line The new show will be set in Middle-earth and will explore new storylines preceding J.R.R. TolkiensThe Fellowship of the Ring. Amazon has also already committed to multiple seasons, with the possibility of spin-off shows further down the line. The biggest news in Amazons announcement is that one little word: preceding....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 359 words · James Ball