Fans can watch some post-apocalyptic films and be wowed by the potential of the world, and the glamor of what the world could become. Other times, everyone is on a level playing field and fending for themselves. This is not one of the movies that gives you hope for the future. In fact, by the end of it, you’ll feel absolutely hopeless. Fun for the whole family, right? We’re not selling it brilliantly, but if you’re curious, read on.

The Road is streaming for free this month on Fawesome. Directed by John Hillcoat and based on Cormac McCarthy’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, it follows a father and son making their way across a devastated America in the aftermath of an undisclosed cataclysm; they don’t have lofty goals, they just want to keep moving south, avoiding trouble and “carrying the fire.”

The cast includes Viggo Mortensen (The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Eastern Promises) as the Man, Kodi Smit-McPhee (The Power of the Dog, Let Me In) as the Boy, Charlize Theron (Monster, Mad Max: Fury Road) as the Woman, Robert Duvall (The Godfather, Tender Mercies) as the Old Man, Guy Pearce (Memento, L.A. Confidential) as the Veteran, Molly Parker (Deadwood, House of Cards) as the Veteran’s Wife, and Michael K. Williams (The Wire, Boardwalk Empire) as the Thief.

Was ‘The Road’ Successful?

The Road grossed about $27.6 million worldwide against a $25 million production budget, so it barely washed its face at the box office and wouldn’t have been profitable once marketing costs were factored in. But then it’s not a huge surprise that one of the most depressing movies ever made wasn’t a huge financial success! Domestically, it made only about $8.1 million, with most of its box office coming from overseas, so evidently foreign audiences took more joy in seeing America turned into a desolate wasteland.

Critically, though, it did much better, and it holds a 74% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus hailing the performances of Mortensen and Smit-McPhee, and praising the faithfulness shown to McCarthy’s unbelievably bleak story. The Road is streaming for free this month on Fawesome. But brace yourselves when you watch it, because you’re truly not going to find it easy.

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November 25, 2009

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Courtney Stodden is entering what she is calling a “smaller, softer, more elegant era.” The reality star and media personality revealed on social media that another body transformation is officially underway, just months after undergoing a $20,000 nose procedure.

Stodden took to Instagram on Friday to reveal that a breast reduction surgery is next on the list. In a candid video, the TV personality got ahead of any online speculation by telling followers, “before the tabloids do their thing, I’m officially downsizing next week.”

The clip showed Stodden panning the camera downward while explaining that Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Stuart A. Linder will be handling the procedure. “The girls have had a very long, Hollywood run. And honestly, they deserve a graceful retirement era,” Stodden joked.

The star also made it clear this wasn’t a rushed decision, adding, “Doctor Linder has literally been taking care of me for years and I trust him so much.” Stodden later admitted she is “actually really excited for this next chapter.”

Before ending the video, the reality star signed off with one final message: “Smaller boobs, bigger peace and happy birthday doc,” followed by blowing a kiss toward the camera. At this time, Stodden has not clarified whether the procedure involves fully removing implants or simply reducing size.

Stodden Doubled Down In Instagram Caption

The announcement didn’t stop with the video. In the caption, Stodden praised Dr. Linder while teasing what’s ahead. “Happy birthday to the man, the myth, the legend @drstuartlinder. And yes… next week the girls are officially entering their smaller, softer, more elegant era.”

Stodden also explained why she feels confident moving forward with the procedure, writing, “Dr. Linder has taken care of me for years, and I trust him endlessly. excited for this next chapter and honestly excited to breathe again lol.”

Stodden Says She Is Done Feeling Shame About Her Body

Earlier this month, Stodden opened up about the years of criticism she has faced over her appearance, saying she is no longer apologizing for her body. “For a long time, I was taught to feel ashamed of my body because people blamed me for what happened to me at 16,” Stodden said.

The comment appeared to reference Stodden’s highly publicized 2011 marriage to actor Doug Hutchison. At the time, Stodden was 16 years old while Hutchison was 51, sparking widespread backlash and intense public scrutiny over their 35-year age gap. Although Stodden was underage, the marriage was legally permitted with parental consent.

Years later, Stodden has become vocal about wanting to prevent others from experiencing similar situations. “I don’t want this to happen to anyone else, and it scares me,” Stodden told PEOPLE while discussing the ongoing issue of underage marriage laws in the United States.

Stodden, who finalized her divorce from Hutchison in 2020 after filing in 2018, has since used her platform to raise awareness about the issue and advocate for change. She added, “I’m done carrying that shame. Women deserve to feel beautiful without being punished for it.”

Courtney Stodden Has Been Open About Plastic Surgery Journey

Stodden’s latest update comes after years of openly discussing cosmetic procedures. The TV personality first made headlines for getting breast implants at 18, increasing from a C cup to a DD shortly after marrying Hutchison in 2011.

At the time, Stodden told E! News they felt “very confident” following the procedure, though Hutchison reportedly had reservations. “He was actually kind of against it at first, but is very supportive. I don’t think anybody should go under the knife for other people. I think you should do it for yourself,” Stodden said.

She also admitted loving the results, adding, “I love the way my shape looks, it looks more Jessica Rabbit-y, and it just makes me feel more sexy, more like a woman.” Years later, however, Stodden revealed she had those implants removed.

Health Concerns Played A Role In Past Decisions

In 2022, Stodden told Newsweek that while she supported cosmetic enhancements, physical discomfort pushed her toward removing implants. “I loved having them, I’m not against plastic surgery,” the star explained. “If you want to do something to your body that is your freaking choice, but my back feels like a 90-year-old woman.”

The latest surgery news comes less than a year after Stodden underwent a septoplasty to correct a deviated septum, along with what she described as a subtle cosmetic refinement. “While I was in surgery, I also opted for a very minor revision to the outside of my nose,” Stodden said at the time. “This was not a dramatic cosmetic change, but more of a small refinement while addressing my health concerns.”

She later added that she was “feeling so much better already and grateful to finally be breathing easier.”

Television has changed drastically in the last five years. Audiences just don’t have the time for surface-level stories and filler episodes anymore. The shift obviously became especially noticeable during and after the COVID-19 pandemic, when people turned to TV for escapism. However, it also made them way more selective about what actually deserved their time. Almost every genre adapted to those changing expectations in one way or another, but thriller television absolutely thrived because of it.

Modern thrillers became more psychological, more character-driven, and willing to explore real fears, even when the stories involved supernatural, dystopian worlds, or impossible sci-fi concepts. That’s exactly why the last few years have produced some of the strongest thriller shows TV has seen in a long time, and this list includes the best of them that stand in a league of their own.

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‘The Rig’ (2023–Present)

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The Rig is hands down one of the most underrated shows of the last few years. It puts a fascinating spin on the typical isolation setup that many thrillers follow. The story traps its characters on an oil rig in the middle of the North Sea as they are completely cut off from the rest of the world. The audience follows the crew of the Kinloch Bravo, whose communication from the mainland completely shuts down after a mysterious fog surrounds them. What initially feels like a coincidental technical malfunction slowly turns into something much more horrific when scientist Rose Mason (Emily Hampshire) begins suspecting that an ancient organism has been released from the ocean floor when the crew members start behaving strangely.

The show thrives on that growing sense of paranoia, and once the audience realizes that the narrative is taking a paranormal turn, the tension goes up several notches. Every episode slowly reveals another layer of the mystery, and in doing so, the show constantly explores humanity’s relationship with nature, which makes the horror feel a little too real. Overall, The Rig is the kind of show that one just can’t stop watching thanks to its claustrophobic atmosphere and emotional complexity.

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‘Ripley’ (2024)

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Andrew Scott is a treat to watch on screen, and Ripley only reaffirms that. The Netflix series, based on Patricia Highsmith’s iconic novel The Talented Mr. Ripley, follows the actor as Tom Ripley, a struggling con artist living in New York during the 1960s. His life completely changes when he is hired by wealthy businessman Herbert Greenleaf (Kenneth Lonergan) to travel to Italy and convince his son Dickie Greenleaf (Johnny Flynn) to come back home. However, once Tom inserts himself into Dickie’s luxurious lifestyle, admiration slowly turns into obsession, and the story spirals into manipulation, deception, and something much darker.

Ripley is a delicious slow burn that really focuses on Tom’s psychology and his growing obsession with Dickie. Everything he does feels calculated, and the audience is constantly wondering how far he is willing to go to protect himself. The black-and-white cinematography also gives the show a unique identity compared to most other modern thrillers and intentionally makes every location feel cold and empty. The show isn’t built around constant twists or cliffhangers, but around the fear of Tom’s carefully constructed identity collapsing any second.

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‘Black Bird’ (2022)

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Apple TV has been killing it with its thriller shows recently, and Black Bird is one entry that just can’t be missed. The psychologically intense story follows Jimmy Keene (Taron Egerton), a charismatic drug dealer sentenced to ten years in prison. He has the chance of a lifetime when the FBI offers to transfer him to a maximum-security prison for the criminally insane to gain the trust of suspected serial killer Larry Hall (Paul Walter Hauser) to get him to confess.

That begins a psychological chess game driven by paranoia and even exhaustion. Black Bird never glamorizes violence and keeps the focus on how this process begins to affect Jimmy. Hauser deserves all the praise, though, because he plays Larry as awkward, lonely, and emotionally fragile, all of which somehow makes him even more disturbing than one might think. The show never stops feeling terrifying because it perfects the art of conveying dread through conversations, body language, and what Larry might reveal next.

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‘Yellowjackets’ (2021–Present)

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Yellowjackets is easily one of the most unhinged shows on TV right now, but that’s what makes it such a great watch. The series follows a high-school girls’ soccer team whose plane crashes deep in the Canadian wilderness in 1996, where they remain stranded for over a year. The setup begins as a straightforward survival story, but takes a dark turn as hunger, isolation, and paranoia begin tearing the group apart. The story also flashes forward 25 years later and follows the surviving women as they try to live normal lives while desperately hiding what truly happened when they were stranded.

For starters, this dual-timeline structure adds an adrenaline-fueled sense of suspense to the show. The audience knows that these characters are deeply damaged adults, which only deepens the curiosity about how they got there. The show never fully reveals whether the growing cult-like behavior among them is psychological or whether something supernatural is at play. This uncertainty is what keeps the viewers coming back for more. The best part about Yellowjackets is that it is never predictable. However, instead of utilizing hollow twists or shock value to keep the audience hooked, it builds a fascinating world and characters who are impossible to look away from.

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‘Beef’ (2023–Present)

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Beef is an extremely interesting study of the human mind and how people react to conflicts. The Netflix series begins with a simple road rage incident between struggling contractor Danny Cho (Steven Yeun) and wealthy entrepreneur Amy Lau (Ali Wong). Most people would move on after a moment like that, but Beef is built around the idea that both of these characters are already carrying so much anger and frustration that this becomes the breaking point for everything else in their lives. Their feud refuses to stop, and almost becomes addictive because it’s fascinating to see how far they can go in their quest for revenge. However, even with a premise as absurd as this, the characters in Beef feel deeply human.

They are portrayed as lonely individuals with their own share of struggles, which explains why they keep making the absolute worst decisions. Yeun and Wong’s chemistry is the heart of the show as every interaction between their characters spirals out of control. Beef strikes the perfect balance between dark humor and genuinely intense moments that reveal the characters’ deepest insecurities. Beef Season 2 thrives on the very same structure, just with a different story and brand-new characters. It’s undeniably one of Netflix’s strongest anthology series, not only for its brilliant cinematography and stellar performances, but also because of how relatable it feels.

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‘3 Body Problem’ (2024–Present)

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3 Body Problem is an ambitious thriller that adapts Liu Cixin’s Remembrance of Earth’s Past novels. The story begins during China’s Cultural Revolution, where astrophysicist Ye Wenjie (Zine Tseng/Rosalind Chao) gets involved in a secret military project searching for extraterrestrial life. In the present timeline, a group of scientist friends known as the Oxford Five begin to witness events that completely defy the laws of physics. The show then moves between mystery and science fiction as it gradually reveals what’s really at play.

The most gripping part about 3 Body Problem is how it turns abstract scientific ideas into absolute nightmare fuel. The aliens aren’t treated as spectacle, but they are given depth and complexity that adds to the emotional intensity of the story. The story begins with one woman’s trauma and expands into an exploration of civilization, faith, and technology. The scale is definitely huge here, but it never loses sight of the characters caught in the middle of it all. That balance is what keeps the story engaging even during its most science-heavy moments.

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‘The Last of Us’ (2023–Present)

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The Last of Us is a cultural phenomenon. The series, based on the highly successful video game franchise created by Naughty Dog, takes place a decade after a fungal infection destroys most of civilization by transforming humans into violent creatures known as the infected. The story follows Joel Miller (Pedro Pascal) as he is tasked with transporting teenager Ellie Williams (Bella Ramsey) across what is left of the United States after she is discovered to be mysteriously immune to the infection. The simple escort mission takes an emotional turn when the two are forced to depend on each other for survival and form a deep bond through their shared trauma.

The Last of Us is a traditional post-apocalyptic thriller, but it grounds everything in reality. Even the infected are inspired by the real-world Cordyceps fungus. Every community Joel and Ellie encounter has been shaped by years of fear and grief, because the show wants to explore how people emotionally survive after society collapses. Joel and Ellie’s relationship is obviously the core of the series, and the fact that death could come at them from anywhere gives the show a constant sense of tension. Underneath all the horror and destruction, though, The Last of Us is a show about love, and that makes it worth watching.

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‘Slow Horses’ (2022–Present)

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Slow Horses has truly revived spy thriller TV. It takes away all the glamor usually associated with espionage and takes a more gritty approach to it. The series, based on Mick Herron’s Slough House novels, follows a group of disgraced MI5 agents who have been restricted to miserable admin work under Jackson Lamb (Gary Oldman), a brilliant but problematic intelligence veteran who isn’t really interested in anything. However, things change when River Cartwright (Jack Lowden), an ambitious young agent, is desperate to prove he does not belong with the rejects.

From there, Slow Horses slowly pulls its dysfunctional team into kidnappings, political conspiracies, terrorist threats, and internal MI5 cover-ups that are far bigger than anything they were supposed to handle. The brilliance of the show lies in how chaotic everything feels. The crew makes mistakes and panics under pressure, but their messiness grounds the tension. Every mission feels unpredictable because the audience never trusts these characters to survive it. Slow Horses balances dark humor, character-driven drama, and genuine suspense, and proves that spy thrillers don’t need flashy gadgets and action sequences to stay gripping.

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‘Severance’ (2022–Present)

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Severance is one of the smartest shows of all time because it takes a simple idea and pushes it to its absolute limit. The Apple TV series follows Mark Scout (Adam Scott), an employee at the mysterious biotechnology company Lumon Industries who has undergone a procedure called severance. Now, this operation surgically separates a person’s work memories from their personal ones to create two completely different identities. Mark’s innie only exists inside the office, while his outie has no idea what happens during the workday. The process is meant to be this clean solution for work-life balance, but the show slowly reveals how horrifying that concept actually is. Lumon begins feeling less like a workplace and more like a psychological prison as the story progresses.

The employees spend their days doing meaningless tasks that even they don’t understand, while also being under constant surveillance. However, things change when Helly Riggs (Britt Lower), a new severed employee, begins fighting back somehow. The brilliance of the show lies in its disturbing take on office culture with Lumon’s endless hallways, fluorescent lighting, and manipulative corporate practices. The series creates its sense of dread, not just through the narrative but also through this unsettling atmosphere. The mystery is compelling, but the show deepens it by exploring themes of grief, identity, and control. Given Severance’s brilliance, it’s no surprise that it’s one of the most talked-about thriller series of the decade.

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‘Squid Game’ (2021–2025)

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Squid Game became a worldwide phenomenon almost overnight, but that’s because it told a story that resonated with just about everyone. The series follows Seong Gi-hun (Lee Jung-jae), a financially desperate chauffeur drowning in debt who is recruited into a mysterious competition alongside hundreds of other struggling people. The contestants are promised an enormous cash prize, but the catch is that losing a game results in instant death.

This twisted survival story only gets darker with each episode and turns into a brutal commentary on capitalism. Every round strips the contestants down emotionally and forces them to betray their allies and abandon morality just to see one more day. What’s worse is that these players are trapped in this system where their fight for survival is entertainment for the wealthy VIPs. Squid Game is one of Netflix’s most successful shows of all time because it explores the darkest parts of the human mind. The show is heavy on shock value, but it always serves the purpose of exposing the cruelty of the system these characters are trapped in.

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2021 – 2025

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Romance is a state of mind, if you ask stars like Sarah Jessica Parker. The star, best known for portraying Carrie Bradshaw in Sex and the City, just stepped out in a lace-trimmed camisole—a style that might seem simple, but can instantly elevate your outfits this summer.

Parker stepped out in a lace-trimmed white camisole while out in New York City for Primark’s grand opening. Her low-cut version was worn beneath an oversized gray suit, which was accessorized with open-toed white sandals and a silky polka-dotted scarf. A similar style we found also features a classic camisole silhouette, complete with additional details that could make it your new go-to base layer this season.

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Hailing from Scoop’s fashion-forward collection with The Devil Wears Prada 2, our affordable pick includes the camisole’s signature thin material and spaghetti straps. Compared to Parker’s, however, it features a silky texture and additional lace across the hem and bodice that creates an elegant statement piece. With the style available in tonal colorways of light blue, light yellow and a spotted navy, it’s also ideal to wear with or without a suit jacket.

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Parker’s choice to pair her camisole top with matching open-toed heels and a suit combined both tailored and glamorous details. Similarly, we’d style our budget-friendly camisole under a blazer or structured jacket for the office. However, the piece would look equally as chic on its own, especially on hotter days. In fact, we can easily picture our cami worn with high-waisted jeans and slides or clogs for a casual daytime look, or with a slip-style skirt and heeled sandals on a date night or evening out.

Clearly, the elegant piece has also become a hit with shoppers. One customer praised the style’s fabric and “true to size” fit, noting it’s both “very flattering” and “comfortable.” Another shopper deemed the top as “beautifully constructed” and a “great way to dress up jeans, or suit pants,” which we’re noting for future reference.

The lace-trimmed style we discovered is both elegant and flirty, while its thicker fabric makes it easy to wear as a top by itself compared to your typical casual camisole. Plus, this camisole’s layering abilities allow it to seamlessly transition from work to any out-of-office occasion. Talk about a hero piece! With warmer days on the horizon, it seems now is the perfect time to add a camisole top to your summer wardrobe — and channel Parker’s romantic style in the process.

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Former Disney Channel star turned adult film actress Maitland Ward is not holding back when it comes to Sydney Sweeney’s controversial “Euphoria” storyline. Ward, best known for playing Rachel McGuire on “Boy Meets World,” is speaking out against the HBO drama’s depiction of OnlyFans in season three, specifically taking issue with Sweeney’s character, Cassie Howard, and the increasingly explicit content she creates on-screen.

During a recent interview with TMZ, Ward criticized several of Cassie’s OnlyFans moments, including scenes showing the character posing with pigtails and a pacifier while wearing sheer clothing.

“There’s all sorts of stuff that you can’t do,” Ward said. “The whole child-baby thing is so disgusting … You just can’t go into that whole underage thing like that. I mean, you can do it to an extent if it’s very, very playful, like, you’re an adult being childlike or something. But just the way it was handled was so gross, and it’s just disgusting and vile.”

According to Ward, the scenes cross a line when it comes to content standards associated with platforms like OnlyFans. She explained to TMZ that “you don’t want pedophilia anywhere near pornography,” while adding that creators can face removal from the platform if they violate those rules.

Ward Says ‘Euphoria’ Is Mocking OnlyFans Creators

Ward also accused the show of turning sex work into a joke rather than offering a realistic portrayal of creators. “It’s saying how weird and creepy they are,” Ward insisted. “There’s so many creators who are really working hard to build their brands every day, and this is really disingenuous.”

In a separate statement to Fox News Digital, the actress doubled down on her criticism. “This show is treating sex work like a circus act, a freak show,” Ward said. “Sydney Sweeney’s portrayal of an OnlyFans creator is setting sex workers real individuals with lives, families, and jobs back by making a mockery not only of what they choose to do with their bodies and lives, but of them as human beings.”

Maitland Ward Says ‘Euphoria’ Reinforces Harmful Stereotypes

Ward specifically called out what she sees as harmful stereotypes being reinforced by the storyline. “And of course, they use the traditional blonde, boobie-bimbo stereotype who will do anything for money and a jolt of fame, including posing as a dog licking a bowl and serving up pedophilia fantasies, as the one who goes into sex work,” she added.

The actress concluded by saying, “This only reinforces the false and harmful stereotypes that sex workers have to fight against every day. It’s completely out of touch.”

Sydney Sweeney’s Cassie Takes A Wild Turn In Season 3

Season three of “Euphoria” has taken Cassie Howard in a dramatically different direction. Sweeney’s character turns to OnlyFans to fund her lavish lifestyle, initially using the platform to pay for her wedding before attempting to stay afloat after learning her new husband, Nate Jacobs (played by Jacob Elordi), is reportedly broke and drowning in debt shortly after their marriage.

Throughout the season, viewers have watched Cassie create increasingly bizarre content, including dressing like a dog and drinking water from a dog bowl, posing in baby-inspired looks, jumping rope in revealing outfits for subscribers, mailing used underwear, and filming intimate content. The storyline has sparked major online debate, with fans split over whether “Euphoria” is pushing boundaries or simply going too far.

Maitland Ward Has Been Vocal About Hollywood’s Treatment Of Young Stars

Ward’s criticism comes as she continues opening up about her own Hollywood experience. The former child actress recently appeared on Investigation Discovery’s “Hollywood Demons,” where she reflected on growing up in the entertainment industry and the pressure placed on young performers. “It was very therapeutic to tell the story at the age that I am now,” Ward previously shared with Fox News Digital.

She also recalled feeling like studios viewed young actors as products. “I think it was such a factory kind of environment. Like you were just a product being sold, and you knew that yourself,” Ward explained. “I mean, I didn’t think anything was wrong at the time with anything that was going on, really.”

Ward, who transitioned into adult films roughly seven years ago, previously said the move surprisingly earned her more respect in Hollywood. “I didn’t get anybody coming out hating me for it or anything,” she said. “I really got a lot of positivity overall.”

Released in 2004, Denzel Washington joined forces with a young Dakota Fanning on one of his best movies of this century. Two years after winning his second Academy Award for Training Day, Washington starred in the crime thriller Man on Fire, based on the 1980 novel by A.J. Quinnell, which has recently been turned into a global hit Netflix series. Starring Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, the seven-episode series was an instant hit on the streaming charts, earning an impressive 11 million views in just four days after its premiere.

The success of the series has no doubt turned many back to Washington’s 2004 adaptation and, in turn, many more action-packed entries into his filmography. One such film, which is full of brutal, hand-to-hand combat, is the post-apocalyptic Western thriller, The Book of Eli. Released in 2010, the movie stars Washington alongside Harry Potter favorite Gary Oldman and Mila Kunis, in a script penned by Gary Whitta, who is best known for his work on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Albert and Allen Hughes, better known as The Hughes Brothers, directed the film on a reported $80 million budget.

The Book of Eli fell short of doubling its reported budget, with a global box office haul of $158 million, split between a $94 million domestic haul and a further $64 million from overseas markets. The movie only played in over 2,000 U.S. theaters for four weeks, opening in second place in the domestic box office charts and dropping in revenue by 52% in its second week. Unfortunately for The Book of Eli, it was going head-to-head with the near-$3 billion hit Avatar. At the time of writing, 16 years later, The Book of Eli is one of the ten most-streamed movies on AMC+ in the U.S.

Critics Weren’t Fond of ‘The Book of Eli’

Although the movie is proving popular 16 years on, there was little praise being thrown its way by critics in 2010. On review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, the film earned a disappointing 45% rating, with critics frustrated by an uneven plot and a script that felt underdeveloped. “This picture is a big waste of time,” one called it, while another declared it a “hot mess,” adding, “the filmmakers just tried to get too deep with something that was not fully developed.”

The Book of Eli is streaming now on AMC+. Stay tuned to Collider for all the latest streaming stories.

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January 15, 2010

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118 minutes

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Andrew A. Kosove, Broderick Johnson, David Valdes, Denzel Washington, Joel Silver

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Taylor Swift just made a convincing case for upgrading your summer handbag lineup. While basket bags are a seasonal staple, her soft mint green version offered a playful, polished twist that felt far more fashion-forward than standard neutrals. Even better? You can channel the same expensive-looking vibe without splurging.

On May 7, 2026, in London, Swift stepped out carrying a structured mint green basket bag that instantly brightened her floaty dress and oversized outerwear. Though her JW Anderson bag retails for $1,995, a $26 lookalike captures the same elegant, trend-conscious feel. It was the perfect reminder that one colorful accessory can completely refresh an entire outfit.

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Enter the Kuang! Handwoven Straw Crossbody Basket Bag — a find that delivers that same elevated energy without the markup. Crafted from woven rattan and paper rope, it has a structured, vintage-inspired silhouette that instantly reads polished. It’s roomy enough for your daily essentials, while still keeping its shape, so it never looks bulky or overfilled.

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The thoughtful details are what really make it stand out. A detachable chain strap gives you multiple ways to wear it, whether you prefer a hands-free crossbody for daytime plans or a top-handle look for dinner. The mint green shade mirrors Swift’s fresh take on the trend, but it also comes in neutral tones like cream and khaki if you want something more classic.

Shoppers are already taking notice. One reviewer called it a “great date night bag,” sharing that it “fits the necessities” like a phone, keys and lipgloss. Another said it’s “great for spring [and] summer time,” adding they get “so many compliments” whenever they carry it.

It’s the kind of accessory that does the styling for you. Throw it on with white jeans and a linen button-down, pair it with a breezy midi dress or use it to dress up a simple tank-and-denim combo. At just $26, it’s an easy way to channel Swift’s fresh take on summer style — no designer price tag required.

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Love Island U.K. star Tommy Fury was seemingly absent when his 16-year-old niece, Venezuela Fury, married her fiancé, Noah Price.

Tommy’s partner Molly-Mae Hague — who is pregnant with Baby No.2 — was present and their daughter, Bambi, 3, served as flower girl for Venezuela and Noah’s special day on the Isle Man on Saturday, May 16. However, Tommy was nowhere to be seen in various family photos. (Venezuela’s parents are Tommy’s half-brother, boxing legend Tyson Fury, and Paris Fury.)

There has been speculation that Tommy, 27, missed the family wedding because he is in intense fight training for his boxing match against Eddie Hall at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday, June 13. Tommy’s most recent Instagram post on Sunday, May 9, showcased his training routine, including hitting the speed bag, performing push-ups and pumping iron.

“Ready to GO. 🕺🕺🥊🥊 5 weeks out,” he wrote alongside the training photos.

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Us Weekly has reached out to Tommy’s spokesperson for comment.

Tommy’s fight against Hall, 38, is set to take place one day after Hague’s projected due date on June 12. In a recent vlog, Hague assured fans she wasn’t upset over Tommy’s fight being scheduled so close to her due date.

“A lot of questions about, ‘How do you feel about Tommy’s fight,’ and obviously the date of it,” she told viewers in April. “Obviously I knew that you guys were going to be concerned about that and have questions about that, but fear not.”

The Love Island U.K. star went on, “Fear not fair maiden because we’re actually feeling really, really good about it and have a really good plan in place.”

Hague insisted that she was “not worried and I’m actually really, really happy” that Tommy got a fight on the calendar. (Tommy last stepped into the ring on May 9, 2025, when he defeated Kenan Hanjalic by unanimous decision in Budapest, Hungary.)

“Just having a date for something and having a focus and us having something to look forward to in the fight, it’s actually a really, really, really positive thing and he will be here when I get home. He will be able to support me,” she noted.

Meanwhile, Hague documented some special moments for daughter Bambi at Venezuela and Noah’s wedding on Saturday, including showing off the six-tiered, blue wedding cake decorated with blue-and-yellow roses.

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Venezuela wore a strapless, lace mermaid gown from designer Ava Rose Hamilton for the ceremony while Bambi was dressed in a blue princess gown to perform her flower duties. Hague wore a black lace jumpsuit.

Venezuela previously confirmed that her now-husband proposed at her 16th birthday party in September 2025.

“Congratulations to @venezuelafuryofficial and @7noahprice on getting engaged,” her mom, Paris, announced via Instagram on September 27, 2025. “Both only young but when you know you know! Still in shock, but very happy for you both.”

The best coming-of-age movies are about getting out, or about finding the thing that makes you feel everything, making life easier when the going gets tough. This movie is a great example of both, plus it’s got guitars, eyeliner, homemade music videos, school bullies and the massively wholesome belief that all your problems might just go away if only you could form a band. Which means your pain will be accompanied by a banging soundtrack.

Sing Street is streaming for free this month on Fawesome. Written and directed by John Carney, the film is set in 1980s Dublin and follows Conor, a teenager who starts a band to impress a mysterious girl named Raphina. We’ve all been there, surely. What begins as a romantic stunt ends up actually working and becoming more meaningful, giving Conor a creative outlet as his family life falls apart, and his future starts to feel uncertain.

The cast includes Ferdia Walsh-Peelo (Vikings, CODA) as Conor, Lucy Boynton (Bohemian Rhapsody, The Politician) as Raphina, Jack Reynor (Midsommar, The Peripheral) as Brendan, Aidan Gillen (Game of Thrones, Peaky Blinders) as Robert, Maria Doyle Kennedy (Orphan Black, Outlander) as Penny, Mark McKenna (Wayne, One of Us Is Lying) as Eamon, Ben Carolan as Darren, and Ian Kenny (Solo: A Star Wars Story, The Journey) as Barry.

Was ‘Sing Street’ a Success?

Oh yes, this is one of the most beloved movies of the 2010s. It was a major critical success and a solid financial success, especially considering it was a small indie musical. Critically, it was adored. It holds a 95% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes, with the consensus calling it “a feel-good musical with huge heart and irresistible optimism,” and the reviews praising the cast’s performances and the songs. It was also nominated for Best Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globes. Financially, it did well too. The movie reportedly cost around $4 million to make and grossed about $13.6 million worldwide.

Boynton, while speaking to Collider’s Perri Nemiroff, gushed about the experience of working on the film, saying that the work done by Carney behind the scenes made it one of her best experiences. “[Writer-director John Carney] had created these characters so vividly, and it was semi-autobiographical,” she said. “I think I just turned up willing to be directed, not in a passive way, but in a way that really gave him all the authority and he really pushed back on that and gave all of us complete ownership of our characters, and I had never experienced it to that extent before“

Sing Street is streaming for free this month on Fawesome.

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March 11, 2016

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106 Minutes

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John Carney

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Josh Duhamel and his wife, Audra Mari, are celebrating the birth of their new baby girl.

“Rocca de Leon Duhamel our baby girl is here,” the couple announced via a joint Instagram post on Saturday, May 16.

They shared a carousel of baby Rocca’s early milestones, including introducing her to big brother Shepherd. One adorable shot showcased Duhamel, 53, near tears as he cradled his newborn daughter.

Duhamel and Mari’s daughter joins their son, Shepherd, who arrived in January 2024. The actor is also the father of son Axl, whom he welcomed with ex-wife Fergie in August 2013.

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Mari announced via Instagram in March that she was pregnant with the couple’s second baby.

“Adding a little girl to our story. We can’t wait to meet you,” she captioned black-and-white maternity photos that highlighted her growing baby bump.

In the comments section, Duhamel responded, “Can’t wait to meet that little cutie 💕 Love you momma.”

Fergie — who was married to Duhamel from 2009 to 2019 — also sent her well-wishes, replying, “Welcome the cuteness! 💖💖.”

Duhamel and Mari confirmed their engagement in January 2022 after two years of dating. That September, the pair tied the knot.

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Prior to Shepherd’s birth, Duhamel expressed his excitement about becoming a father again while hinting at his plans to have more kids with Mari.

“I get to do this again and hopefully again after that,” he said on SiriusXM’s The Jess Cagle Show in September 2023. “Axl’s going to be a great older brother. Audra’s going to be a great mother, [I’m] very blessed. … I’m jumping back in at this ripe old age. I’m doing it. To me, that’s what it’s about. I’m meant to be a dad.”

In March 2025, Duhamel opened up about parenting a toddler in his 50s. He exclusively told Us Weekly at the time that he was “trying to stay as young and youthful as I can,” not only so he could “work as long as possible” but also “to stay as healthy and useful to chase my 1-year-old.”

Later that year, Duhamel reflected on his experience as a father amid his role as a less-than-stellar dad in the film London Calling.

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“It was fun to look at some of the things that I could even do better as a dad,” he exclusively told Us in September 2025. “I work a lot, and I often have a lot of guilt about not being there as often as I could be. So I try to maybe overcompensate or do things to be there often.”

He continued, “But at the same time, you want your kid to look and see [that] this is what you have to do to provide for your family. So on the other hand, you can’t be there all the time because you’ve got to be setting an example. But on the other hand, you might be missing out on life moments that you’d [be there for] if you were a 9 to 5 dad who went to work every day and came home. So it’s a constant struggle in this business. It’s not easy.”

Duhamel went on to rave over his coparenting dynamic with Mari and Fergie, noting, “We all have to work together to make sure that this thing works.”