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The Pitt always has a lot going on, which is probably par for the course whem it comes to the emergency room of a busy big city hospital, and that means nobody should be allowed to catch their breath for more than 4 seconds at a time. It’s full of intense pressure and chaos and each season makes you think the doctors involved lose three years off their lives by the time they finish a shift. And yet the thing that keeps us coming back again and again is probably the quieter connections forming between the doctors and staff. But one relationship above all else is a major talking point with the fandom, and Patrick Ball knows just why you love it.
Speaking with Collider’s Perri Nemiroff during an FYC Forces interview for The Pitt, Ball opened up about the special dynamic between his character, Dr. Frank Langdon, and Dr. Melissa “Mel” King, played by Taylor Dearden. While Langdon has distinct — and not altogether warm — relationships with the other veterans in the department, his spark with Mel has stood out to fans in a big way, and Ball thinks that’s really exciting to watch.
“It is an incredible relationship between Langdon and Mel, and it’s pretty awesome to see everybody get so excited about it, and sometimes, I won’t say too excited, but I’ll just say very excited about it. [Laughs] It’s great. Taylor [Dearden]’s amazing, and she kind of has a little bit of that Noah Wyle quality. She’s another one of these people who is just such a technician and just really knows what she wants to do and how she wants to accomplish it.
Ball explained that he began to lean on Dearden for her experience, and her uncanny ability of knowing exactly what to do, where to stand, even just how to project her presence. “I’m pretty different,” Ball explained. “Especially Season 1, where I had absolutely no idea what I was doing. I was just like, ‘I’m just going to do the thing my character is doing. I’m just going to get this tube down that pipe and hook it up to that bag.’ How that works on camera, I don’t know, but Taylor knows. Taylor knows. She knows how to find her shot because she’s done this.”
He continued, “So, we found this rhythm that we got in pretty early, where it’s like, ‘Okay, what are you trying to accomplish? How can I figure out how to do that?’ even whenever I felt much of the time that I was sort of over my skis and I didn’t know how to find my shot, I didn’t know how to do any of that. But figuring out how to listen to what the other person was trying to accomplish created a really specific way of paying attention to one another that I think then turned into the way Langdon and Mel paid attention to each other, and it ended up being this really useful thing.”
What makes this so interesting is that connection wasn’t forced into the show from outside, but rather the actors figuring it out as they went. As stated before, Ball described Dearden as a precise performer who understood the technical side of shooting in a way that helped him, especially during Season 1, when he was still finding his footing inside the show’s demanding pace, and as a result, that connection from off-camera made its way onto the screen.
“It’s sort of a very similar experience with Langdon and Mel, Langdon being like, ‘Okay, Mel, you see things a little different than everybody else. I like the way you see things. I think you see things correctly in a very cool way, but it is different, and I want to understand it. I want to figure out how to speak that language because I know I’ve got a lot to learn from it,’ which I think that’s true about Langdon and Mel, and I think that’s true about Patrick and Taylor, which has been another one of those great things. Talking about the alchemy of [an] ensemble, that’s something that we just kind of discovered for free.”
The cast of The Pitt includes Noah Wyle (ER) as Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch, Katherine LaNasa (Truth Be Told) as Dana Evans, Supriya Ganesh (Grown-ish) as Dr. Samira Mohan, Fiona Dourif (Chucky) as Dr. Cassie McKay, Isa Briones(Star Trek: Picard) as Dr. Trinity Santos, Gerran Howell (Catch-22) as Dennis Whitaker, Shabana Azeez (Birdeater) as Victoria Javadi, and Jalen Thomas Brooks (Walker) as Dr. Mateo Diaz.
The Pitt streams on HBO Max. Stay tuned for the full interview when it drops tomorrow.
January 9, 2025
Max
R. Scott Gemmill
Amanda Marsalis
Joe Sachs, Cynthia Adarkwa
Noah Wyle
Dr. Michael ‘Robby’ Robinavitch
Tracy Ifeachor
Dr. Heather Collins
Sometimes a movie’s story doesn’t end when it leaves theaters.
After struggling at the box office earlier this year, They Will Kill You is experiencing an impressive resurgence on streaming. The horror action comedy starring Zazie Beetz has climbed to the No. 1 spot on HBO Max in the United States, proving that audiences are finally discovering the overlooked film.
According to streaming tracking service FlixPatrol, They Will Kill You currently sits at the top of HBO Max’s movie rankings in the U.S., beating out films including Contagion and The Bride! for the top position. The movie was only added to the service on June 12, making its rise even more impressive.
Directed by Kirill Sokolov, They Will Kill You follows Asia Reaves, played by Beetz, an ex-convict who takes a housekeeping job at a mysterious New York high-rise. What initially seems like an opportunity for a fresh start quickly becomes a nightmare when she discovers the building is controlled by a demonic cult that uses ritual sacrifices to maintain its power.
Despite its unique blend of horror, action, and dark comedy, the film struggled during its theatrical run, grossing roughly $19 million worldwide against a reported $20 million budget. The movie opened in a crowded marketplace and never quite found the audience many genre fans believed it deserved.
That story appears to be changing on streaming.
The film’s rapid climb to the top of HBO Max suggests viewers are embracing its over-the-top action, brutal gore, and Beetz’s commanding lead performance. Critics were divided, but audiences have responded more positively, with many praising the film’s wild energy and unapologetic style.
Hollywood has seen more than a few movies find redemption on streaming after disappointing theatrical runs, and They Will Kill You may be the latest example. What was once viewed as a box office misfire is now one of the hottest movies on HBO Max.
For fans of horror comedies packed with action, dark humor, and outrageous violence, They Will Kill You is finally getting the attention it was hoping for all along.
When the world first learned about Erin Strotman, many likened her story to a horror movie plot. The former NICU nurse had been accused of physically harming, including breaking the bones, of nine premature babies in Virginia. On January 15, more than a year after Strotman’s arrest, a court found her guilty of nine counts of felony child abuse. Earlier this month, she was sentenced to 45 years in prison. However, that sentence was reduced to only three years and here’s why.
Three years. That’s all the time Erin Strotman will have to serve in prison after harming premature children entrusted to her care at Henrico Doctors’ Hospital between 2023 and 2024. Her arrest on January 3, 2025, was in connection with one incident involving a baby in November 2024. She reportedly posted bond and spent time on house arrest.
After the hospital’s internal investigation uncovered multiple similar incidents, Strotman was criminally charged. Surveillance footage showed the NICU nurse mishandling the babies and committing other abusive actions during routine diaper changes and cleanings, leading to broken bones and other injuries. In fact, the Virginia Board of Nursing accused Strotman of using “excessive force,” including heavy pressure on babies’ legs and abdomens and lifting them by only their heads. Some babies were as young as 23 weeks, weighing as little as 11 ounces, per WRIC.
So, on January 15, she was found guilty of nine counts of abuse. Then, about five months later on June 5, Strotman was back in court for sentencing. A judge handed her the maximum sentence in the case: 45 years — five for each baby she allegedly abused. However, the judge ultimately suspended the sentence to three years, four months for each baby harmed.
Reportedly, that’s the maximum time allowed under the plea agreement between Erin, her lawyer and the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office. She will serve the time consecutively. Additionally, her nursing license is gone and she is permanently barred from working as a nurse or in healthcare, including home care. She’s also never allowed to be a caregiver for anyone under 18 or vulnerable adults. Also, she cannot have unsupervised contact with a child under 18 years old who is not related to her for five years after her release from prison.
Attorneys for the former NICU nurse argued that she didn’t intend to harm the babies in question. Instead, they claimed, she was using practices she had allegedly learned while working in the NICU. The sentencing hearing on June 5 marked the first time she publicly addressed the case.
“I’m sorry for the years of stress that each of you and your children endured,” Strotman said in court, according to WRIC. “For a long time, I did not think I was responsible… I realize I am responsible and that weighs on me every day.”
The judge denied the attorneys’ request for home confinement, arguing that the former NICU would not be safe in prison due to the high-profile case. At the time of the latest hearing, she was in Henrico County Jail. Her attorney, Ted Bruns, claimed the former NICU nurse could serve as little as 65% of her three-year sentence, depending on her behavior.
Also, five parents of babies Erin Strotman allegedly abused spoke at her sentencing. Their messages echoed sentiments of betrayal and standing mistrust of medical professionals. Ashli Mason, who works in healthcare and whose baby suffered 12 fractures, reportedly said no sentence will ever make her or other parents feel whole. “You and I took the same oath,” she directed at Erin in court.
Dominique Hackey, whose twins were under Strotman’s care in 2023, said he felt violated and suffered with the “guilt of failure.” One of his sons suffered a non-displaced fracture in his left tibia. Outside the courthouse, he admitted to only feeling “anger.”
“And I think anybody would looking in the face of their child’s abuser and all you’re able to do is just tell them how you feel and these are emotions that I’ve been feeling for almost three years now,” Hackey reportedly said.
All the parents who spoke said their children are happy and healthy now, despite Erin Strotman.
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Social media users are cuttin’ UP after Chris Brown announced the “clothing theme” for his and Usher‘s upcoming tour.
On Tuesday, June 16, Chris Brown took to his Instagram Story to share a post with his more than 140 million followers. Furthermore, Brown wrote, “YALL CLOTHING Theme for this tour… JUST BE BEAUTIFUL INSIDE AND OUT [red heart emoji]”
Social media users entered TSR’s comment section, cuttin’ UP at the “clothing theme” for Chris Brown and Usher’s tour.
Instagram user @atlantamostwanted1 wrote, “Bet. Birthday suit it is 😂”
While Instagram user @got.milf added, “Say less… I’m wearing a light up butt plug.”
Instagram user @jazthebraider_ wrote, “So come in my birthday suit? NOTED 📝”
While Instagram user @_suckafreesi added, “I will be pulling up in a kimono and chopsticks in my hair and will trick Chris into giving me a baby.”
Instagram user @xoxtrinak wrote, “I’m coming in a wedding dress 👰♀️”
While Instagram user @yeezy.___ added, “We’re coming 90s fine and R&B sexy”
Instagram user @callmejuddie wrote, “So dress like a butterfly 🦋 got it”
While Instagram user @tessybeee added, “Please because auntie cant keep up with these damn themes 🫠😩”
Instagram user @__angelise wrote, “Ima just wear BROWN. Lol”
While Instagram user @miniiboss__ added, “so wear my personality ? got it 🤭”
Instagram user @darkkskinshay wrote, “Maurice. …so wear my wedding gown? Idk what that mean man 😂”
While Instagram user @dajaatayy added, “Chris we are doing the 2000s video vixen theme we have already made our minds up …………….”
Instagram user @akira_light wrote, “Butt naked….. Got it. 😂”
As The Shade Room previously reported, in April, Chris Brown and Usher announced their upcoming joint tour, “The R&B tour.” According to Ticketmaster, the tour features 50 domestic stops and kicks off on June 26 in Denver, Colorado. Additionally, it concludes on December 12 in Tampa, Florida.
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The sequel to Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings has received an exciting update after 5 years of silence. The project entered development in 2021, following the success of the Simu Liu-led film, and its director, Destin Daniel Cretton, has been tied to other Marvel Studios projects, like Wonder Man (which earned a rare Season 2 renewal) and the upcoming Spider-Man: Brand New Day. With Shang-Chi confirmed to appear in Avengers: Doomsday, will fans be seeing more of this Marvel hero?
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings follows Shang-Chi (Liu), who’s hunted down by an ancient criminal organization called the Ten Rings, led by his father, Xu Wenwu (Tony Leung), revealing to him, his sister, Xu Xialing (Meng’er Zhang), and best friend, Katy (Awkwafina), that his mother could be held captive by Ta Lo behind a sealed gate. Since its release, it has generated over $432 million worldwide, and a follow-up is still in the works despite few updates. Five years later, the Marvel filmmaker has revealed an update on the sequel’s development.
In a recent interview, Cretton revealed that Shang-Chi 2 is still in the works, aligning with Liu’s similar comments back in 2024. The filmmaker noted that the first movie came out at an unusual time due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so not many theaters were open to showing it. He also hinted that changes in the industry may have contributed to the project’s delay:
“We are developing a second one. You know, what’s going on is what went on with the entire industry since that, you know, that movie came out, like it was successful, but it actually came out weirdly. It was successful at the time when there was, like, a new wave of COVID was hitting. So, it was still successful, but it was also, I think many countries were completely shut down to theaters at the time. So, and you know, after that, there were just crazy changes all over the place. So, it was, it’s just a result of the industry.”
When Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings was released in theaters, it was highly praised, earning a Certified Fresh critics’ score of 92% and a Verified Hot audience score of 98% on Rotten Tomatoes. It was also nominated for numerous accolades, including Academy and Satellite Awards for “Best Visual Effects” and for “Best Superhero Film” at the Saturn Awards.
According to critics, Screen Rant claimed that Wenwu isn’t an “underwhelming bad guy” churned out by previous MCU movies and that it was a “great origin story.” Meanwhile, CBR praised Liu’s performance as Shang-Chi, saying he “effortlessly inhabits the role” and balances all the different sides of the character. Collider’s Matt Goldberg gave Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings a “B-” rating in his review. He claimed the film made the most of Liu’s martial arts skills and that the cast is “incredibly likable,” noting that Marvel didn’t just make Awkwafina’s character comic relief.
Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings is available to stream on Disney+. Follow Collider for more updates.
September 3, 2021
132 minutes
Destin Daniel Cretton
Dave Callaham, Destin Daniel Cretton, Andrew Lanham
Tony Leung Chiu-wai
Xu Wenwu
Tom Cruise is open to giving love another chance and has reportedly enlisted “wingman” football icon David Beckham to help set him up with “Ms. Right.”
The “Top Gun” star sparked rumors he may be reuniting with his ex, Elsina Khayrova, following his broken-down relationship with Ana de Armas.
Meanwhile, Tom Cruise’s last relationship with de Armas reportedly came crashing because they “weren’t able to figure it out as a couple.”

Tom Cruise is ready for his next mission centered around finding love, and has enlisted his close friend David Beckham to help pull it off.
The “Mission: Impossible” star has maintained close ties to Beckham and his wife, Victoria Beckham, and was even present as the ex-football player got his Hollywood Walk of Fame star on Friday, June 12.
He has been spending more time in the US and was recently seen at one of the ongoing World Cup matches.
Now, according to a report, sources claim that he’s looking to settle for an English “Ms. Right,” especially if she comes recommended by Beckham and Victoria, as well as ticks certain boxes.
“Tom’s spending more time in America these days, but he’s still a rabid Anglophile,” the insider told a media outlet. “He loves every part of the culture and [would] do anything to top that off by finding himself a leading English lady.”

Reports previously emerged suggesting that the honorary Oscar winner is “ready to find someone new,” after his relationship with Ana de Armas came crashing down late last year.
At the time, insiders said he’d told his wider circle that “he’s ready to be set up,” and would ideally love to get with a “woman that is part of the British High Society,” but that has been difficult for him, unlike getting someone from the movie industry.
However, there are some boxes any potential lady must tick if they want to pique the Hollywood leading man’s interest in the first place.
“The ideal candidate must come from good stock [and] be in her late 20s or early 30s,” the first source who spoke to the news outlet said, adding that “ties to the royals” are important, as he’s determined to keep building on his friendship with Prince William and Princess Kate.
They added that he’s “thrilled to have his old wingman back in his life and may even invest in some of David’s sports initiatives too,” but for now, his top priority “is finding Ms. Right, preferably a bona fide English rose.”

Cruise has had his fill of Hollywood’s most dazzling ladies, having been married thrice in the past to Mimi Roger, Nicole Kidman, and Katie Holmes.
He has also been linked to Penelope Cruz, Russian-born socialite Elsina Khayrova, and got into a short-lived romance with Ana de Armas last year.
Speculations were rife that he’d set his eyes on Charlize Theron, and took note when she called for him to join her on the “Fast and the Furious” franchise a couple of years ago.
“He would love to work with her, and of course, it didn’t go unnoticed when she publicly called for him to join the Fast and Furious franchise alongside her a couple of years ago,” a source said, per the National Enquirer.
“People in Tom’s world have been telling him to reach out to her ever since, and he’s now saying he’s going to do it,” they added.
However, he recently sparked rumors that he and Khayrova may be giving their relationship a second chance after they were seen arriving together at David Beckham’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in Los Angeles.

Meanwhile, the actor may have some digging deep to do on his part if he’s going to thrive in a potential relationship.
When he first got linked to actress Ana de Armas, things initially progressed well as they were seen on multiple outings, frequently sharing helicopter rides together.
But their romance fizzled out after about eight months because they “weren’t able to figure it out as a couple.”
At the time, sources told the Daily Mail that they “ended up realizing that they should keep it professional,” adding that the duo “wanted to save the future of their friendship and their movie.”
“They got together to see if they would be able to work together, and that developed into something more, which neither of them expected,” the insider said.

According to the news outlet, the source described Cruise as polarizing when he’s in a relationship, saying that “people either fall in love with him or jump off the train because it’s too hard to keep up.”
The actress fell into the first category and is said to have found him hard to resist, but soon after they “realized they weren’t going to go the distance,” and that the “spark” had died.
Another issue that reportedly caused the duo to separate was Cruise’s close ties to the Church of Scientology, which appeared to have complicated their relationship.
Directed by Sam Raimi, the original Spider-Man trilogy proved that the flagship hero of Marvel Comics could be translated into the present day, courtesy of Tobey Maguire. After the third installment, released in 2007, received a negative reception — before it became a cult hit — it was time for a refresh, which came via Andrew Garfield‘s Amazing interpretation in 2012 and 2014. But Spidey couldn’t ignore the rapidly growing dominant force of the MCU, which the Friendly Neighborhood hero would inevitably have to join. His first leading role in the MCU came in 2017, as Tom Holland suited up as Peter Parker and never looked back.
After Homecoming impressed the fanbase, Far From Home delivered a billion-dollar breath of fresh air that cemented Holland’s Spidey as one of the MCU’s best-loved characters. Then came Spider-Man: No Way Home, one of the highest-grossing post-COVID movies, which brought each modern incarnation of the character together before wiping the world’s memory of Holland’s Parker. This summer, he goes head-to-head with his newfound anonymity in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, which swings into theaters on July 31.
Holland is joined in a typically star-studded feature by Zendaya as MJ, Jacob Batalon as Ned, Michael Mando as Scorpion, Marvin Jones III as Tombstone, Mark Ruffalo as Bruce Banner, Jon Bernthal as Frank Castle (AKA The Punisher), and Sadie Sink in an as-yet-unnamed role, with many looking at this movie as a fresh start for the character, as he moves from adolescence into adulthood. However, this fresh start might be the end for Spidey as we know him, according to director Destin Daniel Cretton. In a recent interview, the man behind Brand New Day was asked about the franchise’s future, to which he responded, “Is there ever a last Spider-Man? Everyone should go to this (movie) as if it’s the last Spider-Man.” This might just be tongue-in-cheek, but Cretton’s words will likely send a shiver down the spines of fans.
2026 is going to be the summer of Holland, as he stars in not one but two of the biggest movies of the year. Two weeks before Brand New Day, Holland is back with Zendaya and Bernthal in Christopher Nolan‘s ambitious adaptation of Homer’s ancient Greek epic, The Odyssey. Led by Matt Damon as Odysseus, the King of Ithaca, the film also stars Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Charlize Theron, Mia Goth, Elliot Page, Benny Safdie, and more.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day hits theaters on July 31. Stay tuned to Collider for more updates.
July 31, 2026
150 Minutes
Destin Daniel Cretton
By Chris Snellgrove
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It’s a pretty exciting time to be a Marvel fan. We’re getting some solid superhero television (like Daredevil: Born Again), and a new Spider-Man movie is around the corner. In December, Avengers: Doomsday will reunite Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. on the big screen in what is certain to be the biggest movie of the year. To make sure that their ambitious crossover classic has maximum impact with fans, Marvel has been doing its best to keep details about Doomsday and its plot under wraps. Unfortunately, trailers and footage for upcoming movies just keep leaking online.
Recently, a major trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day leaked online well before it was supposed to be officially released. Less than a week later, footage from Avengers: Doomsday found its way online. This is similar to an incident last December in which trailers for Doomsday kept leaking online before their theatrical debut. Leaks are a problem that has only been getting worse, leading many fans to ask why Marvel’s security has gotten so sloppy. However, I think the answer is simpler. Marvel is intentionally “leaking” footage as a way to build hype and defeat the greatest villain of them all: superhero fatigue.

The last week alone has been pretty terrible for Marvel when it comes to leaks. First, a major Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer got leaked that gave us early glimpses of major developments, including Gray Hulk and the fact that Sadie Sink is seemingly mind-controlling him, which may finally confirm that she’s playing Jean Grey. More recently, footage from Avengers: Doomsday leaked that shows Doctor Doom sending Sentinels to fight heroes from the Avengers, Thunderbolts, X-Men, and Fantastic Four. While this footage is soundless and wildly pixilated, it still seems to be giving away major details about one of the movie’s biggest fights.
Marvel has been having problems with leakers for a long time. In fact, a few years ago, they were taking legal action, trying to figure out which insiders were leaking summaries of then-upcoming films like Spider-Man: No Way Home and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. Now, things have escalated to the point that we’re getting actual trailers and footage well before the studio wants us to see it. Why is this happening? It could just be that Marvel’s security has gotten really sloppy within a year of their two most-hyped films (Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Avengers: Doomsday) releasing. However, it’s far likelier that these “leaks” are coming directly from Marvel.

Why the heck would Marvel start leaking its own footage after spending years trying to stop other leakers? The most obvious reason is, of course, free publicity. Marketing something like Avengers: Doomsday or Spider-Man: Brand New Day can be insanely expensive and ultimately cut into a movie’s bottom line. By leaking their own footage, Marvel doesn’t have to spend a dime; they just have to kick back and watch the rest of us effectively promote these upcoming films by sharing the leaks with our real-life friends, posting them online for our followers, and generally speculating to anyone who will listen about what the movie will be about.
The other big reason that Marvel would leak its own footage is to take control of the narrative. In recent years, there has been a glut of fake superhero trailers and footage created by AI. The creators share this footage online, hoping to gain clout by making you think it’s real; meanwhile, Marvel has to spend plenty of time and money setting the record straight about these fakes. By releasing their own footage, they can get everyone to pay attention to the real deal while generating viral hype with cool scenes (like, say, Doctor Doom siccing a bunch of Sentinels on fan-favorite characters like Thor and Captain America).

Marvel releasing its own footage via staged “leaks” also allows them to gauge audience reactions and, if needed, edit the film. For example, the Avengers: Doomsday footage leaked more than half a year before the movie comes out. If audiences really hate what they see, there’s time for the studio to make changes to the film through creative edits and, in the worst case, reshoots. Conversely, if audiences love what they see, Marvel knows exactly what to emphasize when marketing their most expensive blockbuster.
Obviously, there’s no way to prove this particular theory. Maybe footage keeps leaking because Marvel is filled with disgruntled employees, or maybe just employees who want to leave their own weird mark on the world. No matter what the cause, though, it seems like Marvel’s leak problem is just getting worse by the year. Will this make superhero fatigue worse and sink Avengers: Doomsday, or will it generate enough hype that Marvel laughs all the way to the bank? Without the Eye of Agomatto to help us out, we won’t know until Doomsday blasts into theaters on December 18.
By Charlene Badasie
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Released in 2001, The One is a science fiction action film starring Jet Li and Jason Statham. Directed by James Wong from a script he co-wrote with Glen Morgan, the film explores a multiverse where alternate versions of the same person exist across countless parallel universes.
The story follows Gabriel Yulaw (Jet Li), a former police officer from an alternate universe who embarks on a mission to eliminate alternate versions of himself from various dimensions. Yulaw believes that by destroying his counterparts, he gains their strength and power, ultimately leading him to become The One. His pursuit of power sparks conflicts with law enforcement agencies across the multiverse.

Agent Harry Rodecker (Delroy Lindo) and his partner, Agent Evan Funsch (Jason Statham), are determined to stop Yulaw’s deadly spree, leading to a tense cat-and-mouse game spanning multiple universes. The One reaches its climax in a showdown between Yulaw and his final counterpart, Gabe Law, at the iconic Los Angeles Coliseum.
The One garnered mixed reviews from critics following its release. While Jet Li’s performance and the film’s adrenaline-pumping action sequences received praise, critics took issue with the plot’s lack of coherence and depth. However, the special effects were often highlighted as a strength, showcasing the filmmakers’ commitment to bringing the multiverse concept to life.

The One also achieved moderate financial success, grossing approximately $43 million in the United States and around $72 million worldwide. Despite its mixed critical reception, it remains an engaging sci-fi action film that showcases Jet Li’s talents while offering a unique take on parallel universes and the pursuit of ultimate power.
Jet Li and Jason Statham would later collaborate again in the popular Expendables film series. This star-studded action franchise pays homage to classic 1980s and 1990s action movies by bringing together an ensemble cast of iconic action stars. Known for its over-the-top violence and witty one-liners, the series serves as both a tribute to the genre and a modern continuation of it.

Directed by Sylvester Stallone, The Expendables introduces viewers to a team of mercenaries led by Barney Ross (Stallone). The cast is a veritable who’s who of action stars, including Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Mickey Rourke, Terry Crews, and more. Jet Li returned for The Expendables 2, while Statham remained a franchise mainstay through all four films, including 2023’s Expend4bles.
Since The One, Jason Statham has cemented himself as one of Hollywood’s most reliable action stars. His impressive catalog includes Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Snatch, the Transporter franchise, Crank, The Italian Job, Death Race, Spy, and the Fast & Furious film series. More recently, he has headlined films like The Beekeeper and A Working Man, continuing a career built on hard-hitting action and tough-guy charisma.

As of this writing, The One can be rented or purchased on-demand through YouTube, Apple TV+, Amazon Prime Video, and Fandango at Home.
Dawn Richard‘s sexual assault lawsuit against Diddy has reportedly been dismissed.
According to TMZ, a federal court dismissed Dawn Richard’s sexual assault lawsuit against Diddy. Per the outlet, all of Richard’s claims, except one, cannot be refiled. Furthermore, the court reportedly determined that most of Richard’s claims were filed past the statute of limitations. Specifically, a claim she reportedly filed regarding “copyrights” could reportedly be refiled.
Social media users reacted to Dawn Richard’s lawsuit against Diddy reportedly being dismissed in TSR’s comment section.
Instagram user @drehenryjr wrote, “She Was Literally On His Last Album…🤣🥴🤦🏾♂️”
While Instagram user @lady50tee added, “Probably dismissed cuz they didn’t recognize her, I know I didn’t 🤷🏾♀️😂”
Instagram user @vickysecrets32 wrote, “I feel like a lot of cases against him was consensual and a money grab. They saw how fast he settled with Cassie and thought they was going to get a payday”
While Instagram user @coachello___ added, “When diddy get out.. he gonna have a long list 😂”
Instagram user @1_savagemf wrote, “How hers was filed passed statute of limitations but Cassie’s wasn’t…….”
While Instagram user @just_fine_tf added, “When daddy get out everybody better hide 😂”
Instagram user @drejunglez wrote, “Filing charges on a man almost 19 years later is crazy.. you had all that time..”
While Instagram user @divalicious_ng added, “Judge said that’s enough madam 😂😂”
Instagram user @starflow wrote, “Sending her healing energy. 🙏🏽 Way too many times black women truth get laughed at.”
While Instagram user @mcgillaquesha added, “Tired of theses people coming for him FREE DIDDY aka PUFFY 🎯💯✔️”
As The Shade Room previously reported, in September 2024, Dawn Richard filed a lawsuit against Diddy, accusing him of sexual abuse. In the suit, Richard reportedly referenced her time on ‘Making The Band,’ Diddy promised to advance her career in exchange for his verbal abuse, unfair working conditions, and an occasion where he allegedly appeared without underwear around her.
Furthermore, Richard alleged that Diddy touched her butt and breasts on a number of occasions.
Per TMZ, at the time, Diddy’s legal team reacted to the allegations as an “attempt to rewrite history.”
“If Ms. Richard had such a negative experience with ‘Making the Band’ and Danity Kane, she would not have chosen to continue working directly with Mr. Combs for Dirty Money, nor would she have returned for the ‘Making the Band’ reboot in 2020 or agreed to be featured on ‘The Love Album’ last year,” his attorney reportedly stated.
As The Shade Room previously reported, Diddy is currently incarcerated at federal prison FCI Fort Dix on transportation to engage in prostitution charges. Records indicate he will be released in February 2028.
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No one knows luxury quite like Kyle Richards. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star is frequently spotted donning high-end labels, but she also reaches for affordable beauty picks, including a $49 fragrance you can get right on Amazon.
Perfume is usually a big-ticket item, so when the actress said she was “obsessed” with Dossier Ambery Saffron Fragrance via an Amazon Live stream, I about fell out of my seat. “It’s one of those perfumes people ask me about all the time now,” Richards said. “Trust me, you’re gonna like it.”
Get the Dossier Ambery Saffron Fragrance for $49 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
The highly rated fragrance is inspired by the iconic Baccarat Rouge 540, initially delivering warm notes of saffron and orange blossom but morphing into an aroma of jasmine, plum and cedarwood. As the scent story continues, earthy oakmoss, fresh fir balsam and golden amber reveals itself. Put simply, it’s an attention-grabbing profile that’s sumptuous and bold.
The French artisanal fragrance looks just as luxurious as it smells. A sleek glass bottle encases the top-tier ingredients, while a silver magnetic lid keeps it spill-proof. Even at $49, you’re still getting a sleek piece that doesn’t compromise on experience.
Perhaps most notable is the scent’s wear time. “This is the most complimented fragrance in my collection,” one Amazon shopper said. “This lasts all day and then some.” Another five-star reviewer echoed the same sentiment, saying the “fragrance lasts for hours and has excellent projection.”
Take a note out of Richards’ beauty playbook and snag Dossier Ambery Saffron Fragrance on Amazon. Pretty soon, everyone will be asking what you’re wearing.
Get the Dossier Ambery Saffron Fragrance for $49 at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate as of the publishing date but are subject to change.
Looking for something else? Explore more Dossier perfumes here and don’t forget to check out Amazon’s full beauty section for more great finds!
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