‘12 Mighty Orphans’: the underdog Depression-era team that rocked football

Check suit blazer £227, and trousers, £120, The Kooples; Check blazer, £68, and trousers, £44, La Redoute; Tartan suit, £320, Paul SmithThe most memorable aspect of Anne’s suit, however, is the tartan. Over the last few years, the check has enjoyed something of a revival:  Chanel has created tailored tartan jumpsuits, Gucci has made tartan trousers, Alexander Wang has paired the material with denim and Shrimps has made a series of tartan and faux-fur-trimmed coats.

Richard E Grant took to Twitter today to share a picture with his wife Joan Washington, who died in September of last year.The loved-up snap received over 12,600 likes and 187 comments from the actor’s 284,600 followers.Richard, 64, revealed late last year that his wife Joan had died at the age of 74 following a long battle with cancer.The With Nail and I star shared via social media that his partner had died on September 3, eight months after receiving her stage-four lung cancer diagnosis.Today, the actor posted a sweet picture of the pair smiling with their heads resting against one another, framed by a red love heart.He captioned the Valentine’s Day snap with a string of red love heart emojis.The comment section was subsequently flooded with supportive messages from Richard’s followers, who were moved by the tear-jerking post.“Sending you lots of love,” wrote Loki director Kate Herron with a heart emoji, “And gorgeous photo.”Author Giles Paley-Phillips commented: “Sending so much love today, Richard.”Waterloo Road actress Eva Pope wrote: “Love lives on, and on, and on.There is nothing real but love.“She will be loving you now more than ever, in the purest form x.”While Grey’s Anatomy actress Brooke Smith added: “Sending you so much love, Richard!”Sonja Sorensen penned: “Such wonderful memories.

Owen Gleiberman Chief Film CriticIf there’s a word in American life that should probably be retired (or at least used a lot less often), it’s “rebel.” Back in the ’50s, when Marlon Brando was rebelling against “whatever ya got,” the rebel was a rare breed. But the rock revolution opened the door to a generation of rebels — the freak-flag-flying music stars, plus their armies of followers.

Pat Saperstein Deputy EditorRemember “It’s Pat” or “Coneheads”? While those movies based on “Saturday Night Live” skits are perhaps better left forgotten, 30 years later, “Wayne’s World” remains a classic 1990s absurdist comedy. It made phrases like “We’re not worthy!,” “Party on,” “Not!” and “Bonus!” enduring parts of the culture and became a surprise box office hit.Mike Myers and Dana Carvey started their Wayne and Garth public access show “Wayne’s World” on “Saturday Night Live,” and it became one of just a handful of the show’s skits that justified a feature film version.Originally released Feb.

teaser trailer last December and a full trailer in January.These anticipate how the series will peel away the glamour and seeming paradise of La Encantada, where 32 contestants are groomed to compete for the 1989 Miss Mexico beauty pageant, to reveal its circles of hell. The full trailer also served to confirm the first season’s protagonists: Dolores, Miss Guerrero, with a perfect body and drug dependency; Jocelyn, Miss Chihuahua, who’s sister goes missing; Angeles, Miss Oaxaca, a single mom; Isabel, Miss Yucatan, educated and with big business ambitions; Concepción, La Encantada co-director; and Elena, La Encantada culture teacher.Here, Puenzo speaks for the first time in detail about one of the most anticipated premium TV series from Latin America.Episodes 1, 2 and 3 tell the stories of Elena, Miss Chihuahua and Miss Oaxaca. Why this structure?It’s women who tell this story.

Kate Aurthur editorNetflix has unveiled the trailer for Season 2 of “Bridgerton,” which became a phenomenon after its December 25, 2020 premiere. The trailer teases the much-anticipated romance between Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan Bailey) and newcomer Kate Sharma (Simone Ashley), which will be the centerpiece of the season — while also leaning hard into the show’s Lady Whistledown aspect, the anonymous gossip chronicler who in the finale was revealed to be Penelope Featherington (Nicola Coughlan).The second season of “Bridgerton” will premiere on March 25.As broken-hearted “Bridgerton” fans know, Netflix announced last year that Season 1’s breakout star Regé-Jean Page, who played Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings, was leaving the show.

Valentine's Day. The Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoo of Wales, in Colwyn Bay, has put love in the air for animals, and many of the creatures living there can vouch for that.

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lingerie display.The social media star, who boasts 130,000 followers on Instagram, took to the site to show off her curves in a gorgeous set from brand Simply Be.And fans were certainly loving it as they showered her with compliments.Danielle, 33, also stirred her fans with an inspiring body positive caption as she told them to 'be themselves'.The mum-of-two, who is a size 22, was seen flaunting her curves in the lace bra, which came with thick, embellished straps.This was matched with some high-waisted underwear, which contained a cheeky cut-out section.Single Danielle was seen showing off the underwear as she sat cross-legged on the floor.She stared into the camera wistfully as she lay her hand on the side of her head.The stunner teamed her flesh-flashing display with glowing makeup, which included sultry smoky eyeliner and long, fluttery eyelashes.Meanwhile, her dark locks were pulled back into a chic high ponytail.Captioning the post, Danielle wrote: "I can’t think of any better representation of beauty, than someone who is not afraid to be herself."Fans were loving the post, with one gushing: "You're so beautiful and elegant."While another chimed in: "You are gorgeous."The post comes after Danielle hit headlines this week as she talked about being targeted by cruel trolls who mock her weight.She said she's often called 'ugly' by trolls over her size.However, the beauty admitted she's having the last laugh, as she makes £10,000 a month thanks to her curves.Talking to Fabulous, she said: “I get paid a fortune for being fat and I wouldn’t be modelling, or have 128,000 followers on Instagram, if I was slim.

cost of living crisis - millions will be wary of losing out on their Universal Credit.With a looming National Insurance tax hike, a continued rise in inflation and energy bills soaring by 54% to record levels, the scheme will be a lifeline for millions of households across the country.The vital Universal Credit payments would devastate those who could lose out on them, particularly as times get more difficult and new rule changes put in place by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) take effect.There are a number of reasons people on the scheme could face sanctions, and people now face much harder circumstances than before.So what are the reasons Universal Credit could be cut?There are four main reasons your Universal Credit could stop. It is important to be aware of them going forward to make sure people on the scheme do not fall foul of the restrictions.New rules were recently announced and are now in place.Understanding Universal Credit explained: "If you fail to do what you have agreed in your Claimant Commitment without good reason, your Universal Credit payments may be reduced for a set period.

tried breaking into the cockpit got hit in the head with a coffee pot by a brave flight attendant.Carnage broke out aboard an American Airlines flight from Los Angeles to Washington DC which forced the pilot into making an emergency landing in Kansas City on Sunday.A flight attendant is reported to have run the length of the plane and back to grab a coffee pot and repeatedly hit an erratic passenger with it. The unnamed man, who attempted to open the cockpit and plane doors, was escorted off the flight in Kansas City, complete with the bruises of a coffee pot being swung in his direction.

Russian teens from Siberia have been handed criminal sentences after allegedly plotting to blow up an ex-KBG building using Minecraft. The boys were investigated after posting political leaflets on the real-world FSB building, calling it a 'terrorist' organisation and praising an anarchist who spent six years in prison for 'hooliganism' after throwing a smoke bomb inside it.

Ranvir Singh has reportedly quit her role on Good Morning Britain and ITV bosses are fighting to keep her on.Ranvir, 44, works as Political Editor and newsreader on the popular ITV show, but insiders claim she handed in her notice at the end of last year as she's looking for a bigger role on GMB.The sources also suggested she was sick of the cold mornings which had her standing on the doorstep of Number 10 as she covered political stories.Ranvir often fills in for regular host Susanna Reid when she is unable to present, such as this week when she covered for Susanna during half term.However, she apparently wants a more substantial role on GMB, and show bosses are determined to keep her on board.A source told The Sun: "Ranvir is ready for a new challenge at Good Morning Britain and she wants a bigger role within the team."She quietly stepped down as the political editor of the show in anticipation of having a more substantial part to play."Ranvir covers for Susanna Reid when she is away and this week has stepped into her shoes during half term.

t David Beckham would not have even managed to secure a place on the Arsenal bench during the 2003/04 season.The TV presenter was watching the Super Bowl when he compared LA Rams’ wide receiver, Odell Beckham Junior, with the former England international.“Great to watch a Beckham who can actually play football,” Morgan tweeted. But Gary Lineker came in and stood up for the former Manchester United winger.

Kim Kardashian West and Pete Davidson celebrated Valentine's Day early this year, going out for a romantic dinner at Lilia restaurant in Brooklyn, New York, on Saturday night.Kim was out to turn heads in a sparkly fur coat, thigh-high boots and a matching silver floor-length dress. The 41-year-old mother of four smiled as she held hands with 28-year-old Pete, who dressed much more casually in jeans, a flannel shirt, a brown Carhartt jacket and sneakers.Meanwhile, Kim's ex, Kanye «Ye» West, has made headlines with his recent jabs at Pete on social media.

Piers Morgan, 56, has skewered conservative activist, Charlie Kirk, after he branded the widely praised Super Bowl halftime show “sexual anarchy”.The performance saw Hip Hop legends Eminem, Dr Dre, Mary J Blige, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, and 50 Cent take to the stage together in an historic gig.Following the show, 28-year-old Charlie wrote on Twitter to his 1.7 million followers: “The NFL is now a league of sexual anarchy.“This halftime show should not be allowed on television.”Charlie’s comments were met with amusement from users, particularly outspoken columnist Piers Morgan.He shared Charlie’s tweet with his 7.9 million fans and retorted: “Time for bed, Grandpa,” with two laughing emojis.Plenty shared in Piers’ sentiment and took to the comments to praise the Super Bowl performance and mock Charlie.Ben wrote: “This was a great flashback of when Hip Hop was actually good.

Emmerdale’s Charley Webb, 33, took to Instagram earlier today to share a reflection after dropping off her youngest son Ace to nursery for the first time.She said the two-year-old tot had left the house feeling quieter than usual as he embarked on the milestone.Charley logged onto the social media app to share a picture of herself on her Story with an emotional caption.In view of her 556,000 followers, she wrote: “A nice hot, uninterrupted cup of tea on Ace's first morning at nursery.“The house was so quiet this morning, I wasn’t keen.“I’m excited to squish him.” (sic)As well as Ace, Charley shares Buster, 11, and Bowie, five, with her husband Matthew Wolfenden, 41.The couple, who have been together for 15 years, recently marked four years of marriage.To celebrate the occasion, Charley penned a heartfelt message to her husband in an Instagram post.The post, shared on Thursday, featured a selfie that showed the happy couple smiling for the camera.Charley captioned the snap: “Happy 4 years married.“This is what our anniversary looks like.”She went on: “15 years together, 3 children later.“I’m in my pyjamas ready to read my book in bed and @matthewwolfenden55 is watching a cooking programme.“Happy Anniversary pal, you wouldn’t have it any other way.”The couple were promptly inundated with messages from fans and friends congratulating them on their anniversary.Fellow Emmerdale star Isabel Hodgins said: “Love you both so much!!“Happy anniversary.

Halftime hair! The Rams may have won the Super Bowl, but let’s take a moment to applaud the silent winner from the big event: Mary J. Blige’s next-level hair. 

Peter Debruge Chief Film CriticIt’s hard to imagine a football coach starting off with less than real-life hero Rusty Russell (Luke Wilson) does when he arrives at Fort Worth’s Masonic Home in “12 Mighty Orphans”: No shoes for his team, no field for his team and no team. Nothing but potential, you might say, and that’s just enough for an optimist to work with.A veteran of World War I and an orphan in his own right, Russell took those shortcomings and revolutionized the game.

Having spent most of my life in New England, where sports are the way of life and the Patriots hoard more cultural cachet than the Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins, and maybe even the mayor combined, I have never understood football’s appeal as entertainment or as a pastime. Against these odds, Ty Roberts’ new movie, “12 Mighty Orphans,” has opened my eyes by couching Americans’ passion for the game in a time of national duress: The Dust Bowl, smack-dab in the middle of the Great Depression, when football became a symbol on which deprived and destitute Americans could imprint their hopes and dreams.

If you’re a regular reader of The Playlist, then it’s likely you’re a fan of Luke Wilson. From his debut in the incredible film, “Bottle Rocket,” to his later collaborations with Wes Anderson, to his highly underrated and sadly prescient “Idiocracy,” Wilson is an actor that has been in a number of iconic films over the past three decades.