Entertainment
50 Years Later, Robert Redford’s Near-Perfect Thriller Is More Important Than Ever
In 2025, the world said goodbye to Robert Redford. Over seven decades, the Hollywood giant entertained audiences with all kinds of action movies, thrillers, Westerns, and comedies. It’s hard to pin down what his best movie is, but his most important celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. In 1976, Redford starred alongside Dustin Hoffman in All the President’s Men, based on a book of the same name by The Washington Post reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein. Their reporting took down President Richard Nixon, and Alan J. Pakula‘s film, from a phenomenal script by William Goldman, brought their journey to life on the big screen and celebrated the courage of journalists. Half a century later, it’s more important to watch than ever.
What Is ‘All the President’s Men’ About?
All the President’s Men starts with the infamous Watergate break-in, where five men illegally entered the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee and were arrested. No one thought much of it at the time, including the reporters from The Washington Post covering it, Carl Bernstein (Hoffman) and Bob Woodward (Redford). However, it’s revealed that the burglars are involved with the CIA, and Woodward and Bernstein’s investigation uncovers ties to President Richard Nixon as well.
What follows is over two hours of a thrilling history lesson about the courage these two reporters showed to uncover the truth at all costs — even if it got them too close to the crimes of the most powerful man in the world. All the President’s Men follows several months of their investigation and ends as Nixon is beginning a second term, but their efforts transformed the world. Over a year later, President Nixon became the only holder of the office to resign, a shocking moment that only happened because of two reporters portrayed in All the President’s Men.
Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman’s ‘All the President’s Men’ Won 4 Oscars
All the President’s Men was a box office hit, pulling in over $70 million. Not only did audiences love it, but so did critics. Today, on Rotten Tomatoes, it has a 95% Tomatometer. The most famous critic of them all, Roger Ebert, gave it a near perfect 3.5 out of 4 stars in his written review, raving about the attention to detail and how “It provides the most observant study of working journalists we’re ever likely to see in a feature film.”
Directed by Alan J. Pakula, who had just made another political thriller, The Parallax View, two years earlier, and written by iconic writer William Goldman (Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, Misery), All the President’s Men is not one of those thrillers with murder, car chases, shootouts, and violent fights. Pakula was great at that (he also directed Presumed Innocent and The Pelican Brief), but this movie didn’t need it. It was raw at the time, digging into a fresh wound, with Nixon’s resignation happening two years earlier. It’s a film that depends on Goldman’s craft of writing dialogue because All the President’s Men is about people talking.
The 10 Greatest Movies Turning 50 in 2026, Ranked
“I’m as mad as hell, and I’m not going to take this anymore.”
Redford and Hoffman are at the center in nearly every scene, with powerful supporting performances from Jack Warden, Martin Balsam, Jason Robards, Hal Holbrook, and Jane Alexander. At the 1977 Academy Awards, All the President’s Men was honored with eight nominations. Although it lost out on Best Picture to Rocky, the film still picked up four trophies. Robards won for Best Supporting Actor as managing editor Ben Bradlee. Goldman won Best Screenplay, his second win following Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid.
‘All the President’s Men’ Is Even More Powerful in 2026
All the President’s Men takes its time, showing off the realism of journalism, which isn’t about rushing off to one place after another, but is about research, making phone calls, and waiting for a response. The visual chaos of the newsroom and the sound of typewriters clacking and phones ringing puts the audience right there in the heart of The Washington Post with Woodward and Berstein. The film is a love letter to journalism of the day, and 50 years later, it is a look back into the past.
It’s a moment in time, peering into a world which sadly doesn’t exist in the same way in 2026 with a fractured, corporate-owned media all about driving clicks and pandering to whatever political bubble you reside in. The film shows how a free media can resist and seek out the facts, no matter the consequences. All The President’s Men sought only the truth.
Continue Reading
There was a moment in the 2000s when zombie movies suddenly felt fast, mean, and genuinely panic-inducing again, and Dawn of the Dead was a huge reason why. Zack Snyder’s 2004 remake didn’t just coast on the name of George A. Romero’s classic. It came in louder, nastier, and way more chaotic, turning the undead into full-on nightmares with sprint speed. Even now, it still feels like one of the most intense studio horror movies of that era. Netflix subscribers don’t have much time left to catch it before it disappears.
Dawn of the Dead is set to leave Netflix on May 1. The film has been singled out as one of the major departures in Netflix’s May 2026 lineup, which is rough news for anyone who’s been putting off a rewatch. It’s also a pretty notable exit because, for a lot of fans, this is still the best movie Snyder has ever made.
What Is ‘Dawn of the Dead’ About?
The cast includes Sarah Polley as Ana, Ving Rhames as Kenneth, Jake Weber as Michael, and Mekhi Phifer as Andre. It was Snyder’s feature directorial debut, with a screenplay by Snyder’s fellow Superman fan James Gunn, which honestly explainswhy it feels this sharp and nasty. The official synopsis states:
“When her husband is attacked by a zombified neighbor, Ana (Sarah Polley) manages to escape, only to realize her entire Milwaukee neighborhood has been overrun by the walking dead. After being questioned by cautious policeman Kenneth (Ving Rhames), Ana joins him and a small group that gravitates to the local shopping mall as a bastion of safety. Once they convince suspicious security guards that they are not contaminated, the group bands together to fight the undead hordes.”
Produced on a reported $28 million budget, Dawn of the Dead proved a solid box-office hit when it hit theaters in 2004. The film went on to gross $103 million worldwide, nearly quadrupling its production cost. That total breaks down to $59 million domestically and $44 million internationally, making it the 54th highest-grossing film of 2004 worldwide.
Dawn of the Dead leaves Netflix on May 1.
- Release Date
-
March 19, 2004
- Runtime
-
101 minutes
- Director
-
Zack Synder
- Writers
-
James Gunn
- Producers
-
Eric Newman, Marc Abraham, Richard P. Rubinstein
Entertainment
Bollywood music legend Asha Bhosle dies at 92, Priyanka Chopra Jonas remembers late icon: 'A voice so eternal'
:max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(jpeg)/Asha-Bhosle-Priyanka-Chopra-launch-MAC-Mickey-Contractor-collection-041326.jpg.-fa3f8a7fde7d48a288ddfb91b92fc12f.jpg)
“It is hard to put into words what it means to lose someone whose art helped shape the emotional landscape of an entire nation,” Chopra Jonas wrote.
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more!
Warmer weather makes our calendars fill up fast — weddings, weekend trips, rooftop dinners . . . all of it. But as fun as it is, those packed social schedules can make the next morning feel a little less glamorous when you’re indulging in alcohol. If you’ve ever woken up wishing you had planned just a bit more to prevent headaches or full-on hangovers, you’re not alone.
That’s where Hang O Bye pre-alcohol support jelly packets come in. The wellness jelly stick is designed to support your body before, during or after drinking — and right now, you can take 10% off with code HANG10. It’s a simple, grab-and-go option that makes it easy to stay one step ahead without overthinking it.
Get the Pre-Alcohol Support Jelly starting at $35 at RabLabs!
Each pre-alcohol support jelly packet contains Hovenia Dulcis fruit concentrate, taurine, magnesium and B vitamins, along with prebiotic FOS and honey. Together, these ingredients help support hydration balance and normal metabolic processes during alcohol consumption.
Just tear, squeeze and go — no prep required. You can take it before a night out, in between drinks or the next morning. Most people opt for two sticks on longer nights, making it flexible for everything from casual dinners to bigger events.
Even better, it fits seamlessly into real life. Whether you’re traveling, heading to a wedding or just making the most of a busy weekend, it’s the kind of low-effort addition that doesn’t disrupt your plans. Toss a few in your bag and you’re set!
If your social calendar is already filling up, consider this your easiest upgrade. You’ll thank yourself for choosing Hang O Bye’s pre-alcohol support jelly every time you wake up after a night of drinking!
Get the Pre-Alcohol Support Jelly starting at $35 at RabLabs!
The internet’s most unsettling nightmare is about to step fully into the spotlight.
A brand-new trailer for Backrooms, A24’s upcoming horror film based on the viral creepypasta phenomenon, is set to drop tomorrow and fans are already bracing for what could be one of the most disturbing films of the year.
From YouTube Horror to the Big Screen
Backrooms isn’t just another horror movie. It’s the evolution of a digital legend.
The film is directed by Kane Parsons, the creator behind the massively popular Backrooms found-footage series that exploded on YouTube. What started as a low-budget analog horror concept quickly turned into a global phenomenon, with millions drawn to its eerie liminal space aesthetic and unsettling sense of isolation.
Now, A24 is bringing that same nightmare fuel to theaters.
What the Movie Is About
While details remain intentionally cryptic, the story follows a therapist who ventures into a strange alternate dimension after her patient mysteriously disappears.
That dimension is the Backrooms, an endless maze of empty office-like spaces filled with flickering lights, yellow walls, and something far more sinister lurking just out of sight.
If the original concept taught fans anything, it’s this:
you are not supposed to be there.
Backrooms [credit: A24]
Stacked Cast and Big Studio Backing
The film features a strong cast for such an experimental horror concept, including:
- Chiwetel Ejiofor
- Renate Reinsve
- Mark Duplass
- Finn Bennett
- Lukita Maxwell
- Avan Jogia
Behind the scenes, the project is backed by A24 along with major production companies like Atomic Monster, signaling that this isn’t just a niche internet adaptation, it’s a full-scale cinematic event.
Release Date and What to Expect
Backrooms is officially set to hit theaters on May 29, 2026, positioning it as one of A24’s most anticipated horror releases of the year.
The teaser already gave fans a glimpse of its unsettling tone, but tomorrow’s trailer is expected to dive deeper into the story and possibly reveal the creatures and deeper lore that made the original series so terrifying.
Why This Could Be Huge
This isn’t just another horror release. It’s part of a growing trend where internet-born stories are evolving into mainstream cinema.
But Backrooms stands out.
It taps into a very specific kind of fear, the uncanny feeling of being somewhere familiar yet completely wrong. Early footage suggests the film is leaning heavily into psychological dread rather than relying on traditional jump scares.
If it lands, it could become the next breakout horror hit in A24’s lineup.
Final Thoughts
With the full trailer dropping tomorrow, Backrooms is about to go from online legend to mainstream obsession.
And if the studio nails the tone, don’t be surprised if this becomes the horror movie everyone’s talking about heading into summer.
DTF St. Louis finally revealed what led to David Harbour‘s character Floyd’s mysterious death.
During the Sunday, April 12, finale, Floyd died by suicide after rejection from Carol (Linda Cardellini), Tiger Tiger (Chris Perfetti) and Clark (Jason Bateman). Floyd’s stepson Richard (Arlan Ruf), who was the reason for his Peyronie’s disease, ultimately watched Floyd put medication in his Bloody Mary can before signing “I love you” ahead of his death.
Showrunner Steve Conrad broke down the thought process to ending, telling TV Insider, “Well, if you think about the many times that Floyd had been kind of assessed and then rejected, there were multiple, but the one connection that was sound was Richard, that despite the failure of the therapy working and the multiple attempts to try to reach Richard, Floyd had found a way that summer.”
Conrad wanted to offer an emotional conclusion.
“If you had asked him if anything good had happened that summer, he would have said something great had happened, like Richard and found each other flailing, trying to find some way to turn the volume down on all the other sources of pain for Floyd,” he continued. It ended up consequently having him create events that Richard was exposed to accidentally, and this full measure of Floyd that a child shouldn’t have because he’s too young, it happened, and it probably wouldn’t have happened if there wasn’t that kind of recklessness that summer, so Floyd felt responsible for Richard being there.”
He concluded: “He felt like that if he were a better man, this boy wouldn’t be out there trying to figure out what it is he’s watching, even though what he’s watching is harmless and very human and ultimately understandable.”
Jason Bateman, Linda Cardellini and David Harbour in DTF St. Louis. HBO Max
Conrad also explained if Floyd would have always ended up in the same place, saying, “I think that’s a real keen observation because we started, one could have flipped the first scene for Floyd. … You can see in the last shot of Floyd in that therapy session, with the way David performed it … You’re not far away from that feeling. It’s only three months away, and it can’t show up for the first time there.”
The screenwriter noted he knew “what Floyd’s fate might have been.”
“I think Carol and Floyd would have divorced. His tax debt was just a burden that he couldn’t even help chip away at. Intimacy was gone — they tried, but it had been a year. That failure of their intimate life that we see in episode 6, which would have happened in their bedroom. It was over, and I think they would have been divorced,” he shared. “I think Floyd might have had a relationship with Richard where he wrote him a letter every few months, maybe sent him a Christmas present, but every year that became less and less and less, and I think Floyd was bound for a really sad life like many people who have an inherent sweetness, but are also challenged to recognize that they’ve got to plant their feet and fight sometimes too.”
He continued: “Floyd doesn’t have any fight in him. He only has kindness, and some people are constitutionally like that, and they’re wonderful to have with you because they remind you that sweetness is also a quality of life. But if you’re married to one and you’re trying to fend off the worst possible thing together, that can be a very challenging partner.”
DTF St. Louis is streaming on HBO Max.
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more!
There’s something about spring that usually has me reaching for dresses on repeat — but this year, I’m switching things up! Instead of my usual rotation, I’ve been leaning into flowy jumpsuits that feel just as pretty and are way more practical. They’re easy, comfortable and somehow make getting dressed simpler.
As a shopping writer, I cover fashion pieces nonstop, and Amazon has quietly become my go-to retailer for spring jumpsuits. From flattering smocked bodices to wide-leg silhouettes that create an effortless, put-together look, there’s no shortage of standout picks on the ‘Zon. The best part? You can snag these spring-ready styles now, starting at just $17.
These Flowy Jumpsuits Are Replacing My Spring Dresses
1. My Favorite: This flowy floral jumpsuit stands out for all the right reasons. The delicate print, smocked top and breezy wide-leg fit create a look that’s both comfortable and slimming.
2. Overall Winner: While I love the florals and easy fit, the real standout is the breathable 100% cotton fabric. That means I can easily layer it now and wear it with just a tee come summer.
3. Floral Find: Whenever the rainy season hits, I gravitate toward this vibrant floral jumper to brighten things up. I appreciate the light green and blue options, as well as the playful puff-sleeve design.
4. Loungewear-Like: This square-neck jumper gives off an elevated look with its simple, wide-leg fit. At the same time, the soft, comfy fabric makes it feel like you’re wearing loungewear.
5. Has Pockets: This elevated wrap romper really checks all the boxes for me. Its silhouette is slimming, the fit is comfy and the price is just $17.
Bodycon dresses promise a flattering silhouette, but for most of Us, they deliver the opposite. Issues like constant tugging, visible lines and that nagging self-conscious feeling are sure to ruin a good night out. The truth is, a well-cut flowy dress can be far more slimming than skin-tight styles, and we found 17 options that […]
6. Shopper-Favorite: I’d pick up this flowy overall romper based on the reviews alone. It has over 5,600 five-star ratings from shoppers, including one who says it’s “insanely comfortable.”
7. Boutique-Worthy: What I love about this belted romper is how it brings boutique-level details without the high price tag. It has short sleeves for coverage and comes in a few pretty prints that are worthy browsing.
8. Make a Statement: I love how this statement floral romper will look pretty when I dress it up with heels or down with sneakers. It’s the kind of style I know will garner compliments in any room.
9. Luxe Lace: Sometimes all it takes is a romantic detail to make all the difference. This lace-trim romper is proof of that. The subtle accent still makes it wearable for the everyday.
10. Gorgeous Gingham: This pretty gingham jumpsuit is perfect for every spring outing this month. I picture it styling flawlessly with platform sandals and a raffia bag for farmers’ markets, picnics and more.
11. Quite the Charmer: I’m adding a little spring charm to my wardrobe with this V-neck romper. The puff sleeves and button details give it a playful, polished feel.
12. Pretty Puff Sleeve: I’m reaching for this flowy jumpsuit when I want something that’s easy but still looks put together. The smocked bodice and wide-leg fit make it feel flattering without any effort.
13. Ravishing Ruffles: I’m drawn to this sweet smocked jumpsuit for its ruffle straps that instantly elevate the look. They add just enough femininity, while the flowy fit keeps it easy and comfortable.
14. Farmers’ Market Chic: This overall-style jumpsuit is my go-to for a casual farmers’ market run. Just add flat sandals and a woven tote, and the look comes together instantly.
15. Anything But Basic: When I’m bored of my usual rotation, this textured wide-leg style is what I throw on. The fun fabric and flowy silhouette make it feel fresh.
16. Boho Babe: This is what I grab when I want to channel a soft, boho vibe. Between the flowy silhouette and intricate print, it’s an easy standout.
17. Vacation-Ready: I love throwing this on when I’m in vacation mode. The airy silhouette and eye-catching print make it feel relaxed but still put together.
There’s a reason every stylish woman on the East End looks effortlessly pulled together from May through September. The secret isn’t a personal stylist or a designer budget. It’s the dress. Specifically, it’s a breezy, coastal-looking dress that moves with the wind, and works just as well at a farm stand as it does at […]
Entertainment
‘Stranger Things’ Creators’ New 8-Part Sci-Fi Mystery Series Checks Into Netflix in First Trailer
It’s only been a bit over three months since Stranger Things came to an end on Netflix, yet creators Matt and Ross Duffer haven’t slowed down. Back in March, the brothers served as executive producers on Haley Z. Boston‘s acclaimed new horror miniseries Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen at the streamer. They’re also bound to return to Hawkins, Indiana, on April 23 with the animated spin-off Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, taking viewers back to the time between Seasons 2 and 3 of their platform-defining megahit. Despite all of that, there’s still one more series they have planned for 2026, and it’s set to premiere next month.
On May 21, Netflix will debut The Boroughs, another project the Duffers executive-produced that was born out of their desire to support up-and-coming creators. In this case, those creators were Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, the duo behind The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. Their project shares a lot of DNA with Stranger Things, only instead of following kids battling otherworldly threats in Indiana, it’ll center on misfit seniors in a seemingly idyllic retirement community in New Mexico. The titular Boroughs promises paradise for its residents, though a newcomer, Sam, played by Spider-Man 2 fan-favorite Alfred Molina, finds it to be more like a prison that becomes something far worse after a terrifying nighttime encounter. The first official trailer has now been released, teasing what horrors await him and the colorful group of fellow nursing home renegades who are ready to unravel what’s happening at the Boroughs before their time runs out.
The welcomes both viewers and Sam to The Boroughs, which acts as a fully-functioning little village in the desert packed with activities, gorgeous little houses, and a sense of autonomy for its residents. Sam can’t help but be a curmudgeon about the move, but it quickly becomes a new chapter of his life in the most unexpected way once he moves in. During one night, he sees an inhuman arm pushing through his oven, kicking off a journey both horrifying and fantastical where he joins forces with his fellow neighborhood outcasts in a fight to uncover the truth. There’s a Steven Spielberg-like sense of wonder as the group, also featuring a former journalist and a spiritual seeker, among others, forms a tight-knit companionship and sneaks into the heart of the Boroughs, where mystery abounds.
Who Makes Up ‘The Boroughs’ Ragtag Group of Seniors?
The two-time Emmy-nominated Molina is joined in his journey through the Boroughs by a diverse cast of veteran actors playing his fellow residents. Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard, Denis O’Hare,Clarke Peters, Bill Pullman, Carlos Miranda, Jena Malone, Seth Numrich, and Alice Kremelberg make up the main group, with additional Ed Begley Jr., Dee Wallace, Eric Edelstein, Rafael Casal, Mousa Hussein Kraish, Beth Bailey, Karan Soni, and Jane Kaczmarek. In an interview with Collider’s Taylor Gates last year for The Last Frontier, Woodard credited that star-studded roster for convincing her to come aboard, saying, “the coolest thing about it was that the first six or seven people on the call sheet were over 62.” Behind the camera, capturing the sort of “quirky and fun” yet still high-stakes horror, are directors Ben Taylor, Kyle Patrick Alvarez, and Augustine Frizzell.
The Boroughs premieres on Netflix on May 21. Check out the trailer in the player above.
- Release Date
-
May 21, 2026
- Network
-
Netflix
- Directors
-
Augustine Frizzell, Kyle Patrick Alvarez, Ben Taylor
Hayley Erbert reflected candidly on motherhood following the arrival of her first child with Derek Hough.
Taking to Instagram on Saturday, April 11, Erbert, 31, shared a carousel of four images that captured daughter Everley, born on December 29, 2025, being doted on by her professional dancer mom. The photos were accompanied by Erbert’s heartfelt musings.
“My love. My girl. My world. Motherhood is even more complex and contradicting than I could have ever imagined. It feels like living in two places at once. Where joy and heartache can both be true, all of the time. My heart is constantly bursting open, while also breaking into a million pieces,” Erbert wrote. “I find myself celebrating every little bit of your growth, while quietly grieving the version of you that existed just moments before.”
Hough, 40, shared news of his daughter’s arrival via Instagram on January 5. “Everley Capri Hough 🤍,” the Dancing With the Stars judge wrote alongside a black-and-white photo of his and Erbert’s hands cupping their baby’s feet. “Every step of our lives has led us to you. Our hearts have been cracked wide open and our world is forever changed.”
While Dancing With the Stars’ Hayley Erbert and Derek Hough are happily preparing for the arrival of their first baby, the pair are also marking Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month by opening up about Ebert’s first pregnancy, which ended in a miscarriage. “There are some things in life that change you forever,” they wrote […]
Hayley’s post also reflected on how her own world is adjusting to the “beautiful contradiction” that is motherhood. “This pull between holding on and letting go, between wanting time to slow down and knowing it never will,” she explained. “If this is the dichotomy of motherhood, then I’ll try my best to meet it with open arms. Soaking in every little detail, every version of you, every fleeting moment we have together.”
She concluded the post, “I love being your mom. I love you beyond, Everley. I have truly never felt a love like this.”
Hough was one of many who shared support on the post, writing, “😢❤️My girls,” in the comments section. Fellow DWTS personality Jenna Johnson Chmerkovskiy also wrote, “So beautifully said!!!” while Daniella Pashkova commented, “The best🥹💜.”
Erbert and Hough started dating in 2015 and announced their engagement in June 2022 before tying the knot the following year. After almost two years of marriage, Erbert announced her pregnancy via Instagram in July 2025.
“We can’t believe the biggest thing to happen to us could be so small,” she captioned a video that showed Erbert holding sonogram images.
Hayley Erbert has been counting down the days until she and husband Derek Hough meet their little one. The mom-to-be, 31, embraced her curves in new maternity photos shared via Instagram on Tuesday, December 30, showing off her transformation in the weeks leading up to their child’s arrival. “This pregnancy ♥️ Forever in awe of […]
The couple also shared their baby’s birth via social media, too, posting footage from Erbert’s home delivery via the social media platform on January 29. In the clip, Erbert was seen sitting in a birthing pool surrounded by candles inside the couple’s home as Hough stroked his wife’s hair.
The footage also showed their daughter earth-side, with Hough sharing a kiss with Erbert in the moments that followed.
There are movie franchises that come and go, and then there’s The Hunger Games, which somehow always finds a way to pull everyone right back into Panem the second new footage drops. That world still has a grip on people, and not just because of the arena itself. It’s the cruelty, the politics, the heartbreak, and the way every new chapter comes pre-loaded with some fresh emotional damage. Sunrise on the Reaping was already one of the most anticipated franchise movies on the calendar. Now the new trailer has made the wait feel even longer.
Lionsgate has released a new trailer for The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, giving fans their latest look at the prequel ahead of its November 20, 2026, theatrical release. The film is directed by Francis Lawrence and written by Billy Ray, adapting Suzanne Collins’ 2025 novel of the same name. The story is set 24 years before Jennifer Lawrence’s Katniss Everdeen entered the arena and follows the 50th Hunger Games, better known as the Second Quarter Quell.
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping stars Joseph Zada as a young Haymitch Abernathy, with Ralph Fiennes playing President Coriolanus Snow, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket (in an utterly inspired fan casting come to life), Kieran Culkin as Caesar Flickerman, Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Ben Wang as Wyatt Callow, Maya Hawke as Wiress, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee Latier, Lili Taylor as Mags Flanagan, Whitney Peakas Lenore Dove Baird, Molly McCann as Louella McCoy, Iona Bell as Lou Lou, and Lili Taylor returning as Mags. Lawrence will reprise her role as Katniss Everdeen in the film too, having confirmed her part earlier this year. Alongside Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson is also set to reprise his role as Peeta in the epilogue.
What Can We Expect From ‘Sunrise on the Reaping’?
Mckenna Grace spoke to Collider’s Perri Nemiroff last year, singling out Zada’s performance as a standout, which is a big statement to make given how emotional the films have proven to be from the days of Jennifer Lawrence.
“Joseph Zada. Just his performance, everybody’s going to be, like, freaking sobbing in the theaters. It’s rough. Because I’m supposed to be the mean, most stuck-up girl in town, but I’m watching him do his thing and, like, oof, it’s very gut-punchy. And Glenn Close as Drusilla, all of us have been losing our minds. It’s been crazy. And also, Grace [Ackary], who’s playing the younger version of Asterid, Katniss’ mom, is really fantastic. But to me, it’s just crazy watching her on screen because she looks so much like her, so it’s so trippy. God, our entire cast is so good. Everybody’s so good.”
Sunrise on the Reaping hits theaters on November 20, 2026.
- Release Date
-
November 20, 2026
- Director
-
Francis Lawrence
- Writers
-
Billy Ray, Michael Lesslie, Suzanne Collins
Joel and Ethan Coen are responsible for so many all-time great classics that it’s easy to take them for granted. While most cinephiles are familiar with the brutal neo-Western No Country For Old Men, the darkly comedic mystery Fargo, the cult classic The Big Lebowski, and the soulful music drama Inside Llewyn Davis, some of their best films have fallen under the radar, including The Man Who Wasn’t There.
While not a direct remake, The Man Who Wasn’t There is an homage to the film noir movement of the 1940s, and shares many tonal and stylistic similarities with classics like Double Indemnity, Mildred Pierce, and many thrillers directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Although the aesthetics alone make it worthy of a recommendation, The Man Who Wasn’t There ranks among the Coens’ best thanks to the amazing performance by Billy Bob Thornton.
What Is ‘The Man Who Wasn’t There’ About?
Set a few years after the conclusion of World War II, The Man Who Wasn’t There stars Thornton as the lowly barber Ed Crane, who works in a shop that is owned by his older brother, Frank (Michael Badalucco). After suspecting that his wife Doris (Frances McDormand) is secretly having an affair with his boss, Big Dave (James Gandolfini), Ed decides to stage a blackmail scheme. What he does not anticipate is that Big Dave will end up embezzling funds from a department store in order to pay off the blackmail, and ends up beating to death the businessman Creighton Tolliver (Joe Polito) after he reveals Ed’s involvement. Ed has no option but to kill Big Dave in self-defense, in what becomes the first in a series of crimes he commits to divert attention away from his insidious scheme.
There’s a clever double meaning to the title of The Man Who Wasn’t There as it relates to Ed; while it suggests that he is able to perform a nefarious scheme without anyone noticing, it also suggests that he was so anonymous in the way that he conducted his life that virtually no one paid attention to what he was actually doing. Extra-marital affairs are common plot devices within noir films, but The Man Who Wasn’t There subverts expectations of the genre by turning the “wronged” party into the protagonist of the story. While there isn’t much suggestion that there’s been any real affection between Ed and Dorris for quite some time, it’s implied that his anger towards Big Dave is one that involves ego. Ed has grown so irritated by how Big Dave acts callously without ever facing a consequence that he takes it upon himself to take advantage of the situation. What begins as a misguided attempt at justice ends up revealing a dark side of Ed that he becomes more acquainted with as the story continues to get more disturbing.
Billy Bob Thornton Is at His Most Ruthless in ‘The Man Who Wasn’t There’
Thornton is able to craft an intriguing anti-hero in The Man Who Wasn’t There, as Ed is undoubtedly a bad guy who is still compelling to watch. The Coens are keen to show that in this era of affluent business and a booming economy, many selfish people are trying to take advantage of their wealth and privilege. It’s easy to sympathize with Ed early on, as he is brilliant at using his enemies’ weaknesses against them to come up with a con. However, Thornton can make Ed into a steadily more terrifying character when it becomes clear that his desire for power cannot simply be cut off.
Thornton is a perfect fit for the Coens’ style of filmmaking, and it’s a shame that he never worked with them again. Thornton was able to embody the blend of social satire, dark humor, and thinly veiled morality that are essential components of the Coens’ filmmaking habits. Thornton likely has high standards of any script he attaches himself to, as he is an Academy Award-winning screenwriter in his own right; thankfully, the Coens were up to the challenge and ended up providing him with one of their greatest characters.
The Man Who Wasn’t There
- Release Date
-
November 16, 2001
- Runtime
-
116 minutes
- Director
-
Joel Coen
- Writers
-
Joel Coen, Ethan Coen
Tech32 seconds ago
You Should Be More Freaked Out by Shingles
NewsBeat3 minutes ago
Face of man involved in fight which killed elderly man
Business4 minutes ago
Delta unveils first new Delta One suite in premium cabin arms race
-
Politics3 days agoUS brings back mandatory military draft registration
-
Fashion3 days agoWeekend Open Thread: Veronica Beard
-
Sports3 days agoMan United discover Nico Schlotterbeck transfer fee as defender reaches Dortmund agreement
-
Tech6 days agoHow Long Can You Drive With Expired Registration? What Florida Law Says
-
Politics24 hours agoWorld Cup exit makes Italy enter crisis mode
-
Crypto World4 days agoCanary Capital Files SEC Registration for PEPE ETF
-
Business3 days agoTesla Model Y Tops China Auto Sales in March 2026 With 39,827 Registrations, Beating Cheaper EVs and Gas Cars
-
Politics3 days agoMalcolm In The Middle OG Turned Down ‘Buckets Of Money’ To Appear In Reboot
-
Crypto World5 days agoBitcoin recovers as US and Iran Agree a Ceasefire Deal
-
Fashion6 days agoLet’s Discuss: DEI in 2026
-
NewsBeat16 hours agoPep Guardiola and Gary Neville agree over Arsenal title problem that benefits Man City
-
Business3 days agoOpenAI Halts Stargate UK Data Centre Project Over Energy Costs and Copyright Row
-
Business2 days agoIreland Fuel Protests Enter Day 5 as Blockades Spark Shortages and Government Prepares Support Package
-
Politics3 days agoLBC Presenter Mocks Trump Over Iran War Failures
-
Crypto World3 days agoFederal judge blocks Arizona from bringing criminal charges against Kalshi
-
Tech4 days agoA version of Windows 10 released a decade ago is now eligible for additional security patches
-
NewsBeat1 day agoJD Vance announces ‘no agreement’ with Iran over nuclear weapons fear
-
Entertainment5 days agoAlfred Hitchcock’s 10 Most Suspenseful Masterpieces, Ranked
-
Entertainment3 days agoA ‘Bridgerton’ Star’s New Survival Thriller Is a Must-Watch on Netflix This Weekend
-
Business3 days agoIMF retains floor for precautionary balances at SDR 20 billion
You must be logged in to post a comment Login