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When people who dislike musicals talk about the musicals they dislike, there’s a decent chance they’re talking about musicals like The Music Man – whether they’ve ever actually ever seen The Music Man or not. Meredith Willson’s nostalgic slice of Americana was already proudly old-fashioned when it debuted in 1957, with “Seventy-Six Trombones” leading Broadway down a cornpone path that shows like the moody Carousel or the finger-snapping West Side Story were trying so hard to avoid. Not even The Beatles could make Music Man‘s lilting “Till There Was You” sound cool.

Dennis Harvey Film CriticWith both title and central buddy dynamic tipping hat to “Superbad,” among other raunchy teen comedies, “Supercool” is not the kind of movie that wins prizes for originality. Nor is Finnish director Teppo Airaksinen’s first U.S.-shot, English-language project as outrageous as it thinks it is. Nonetheless, this energetic spin through high school antics redolent of everything since “Ferris Bueller” is colorful and amusing enough to entertain viewers looking for a familiar mix of bad-taste gags in a squeaky-clean suburban setting.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentSwitzerland, thanks to its prolific co-production activity, has a hand in a record-breaking 11 titles in the Berlinale’s official selection, including two films competing for the Golden Bear, and two more in Berlin’s cutting-edge Encounters section, as well as a Swiss talent selected for the fest’s Shooting Stars event, Souheila Yacoub.Ursula Meier’s “The Line” (competition) — Following “Home” and “Sister,” Meier continues to pursue “this idea of family that is as much necessary, as it is toxic,” says the film’s producer Pauline Gygax. After a violent argument with her mother, Margaret, 35 (Stephanie Blanchoud), who has a long history of inflicting and suffering from violence, is subjected to a restraining order.

Eminem has got some game day jitters!The seasoned rapper sat down with Sway Colloway on SiriusXM’s on Shade 45, where he spoke about his upcoming Super Bowl LVI halftime performance and who he is rooting for in the big game.«I'mma tell you, it's f**king nerve-wracking. It's f**king nerve-wracking,» Eminem said. «This to me — there's nothing more final than live TV.

Zedd is ready for the Super Bowl!The 32-year-old artist is the official pre-game DJ during player warmups at Super Bowl LVI. It's a big feat for the Russian-born producer, who admits to having had «no idea» what the Super Bowl was before moving to the U.S.«Then I realized living here that it's pretty much the biggest thing there is,» Zedd tells ET's Kevin Frazier days ahead of the big game between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals.

Anderson Cooper has a surprise for us: he just welcomed a second baby to his family! The CNN anchor made the announcement on his show, Anderson Cooper 360, on Thursday, sharing the exciting news about Sebastian Luke Maisani-Cooper.

Wendy Williams, 57, is an “incapacitated person” who needs a guardianship, her bank claimed on Feb. 10. Wells Fargo sent a letter to the New York Supreme Court asking for a hearing to determine whether Wendy, who has been absent from her daytime talk show since July 2021 due to ongoing health issues, needs a professional to intervene in her affairs, according to court documents obtained by HollywoodLife.

Cardi B and Offset have commemorated their wedding day with matching tattoos. The “WAP” rapper, 29, and Migos member, 30, debuted their fresh new hand ink reading ‘9/20/2017’ horizontally in photos published by TMZ on Thursday, Feb. 10. Per the outlet, the tattoos were drawn by each other for a customized touch — marking each of their first time using a tatoo gun!

There are some things better left to the imagination and Dr. Dre, thankfully, understands that. Eminem and Snoop Dogg were reportedly considering turning the Super Bowl Halftime Show X-rated by exposing their nether regions. During an interview with the other performers, they joked about whether they had to worry about having a wardrobe malfunction. That’s when Dr. Dre revealed that any indecent exposure may not be an accident.

Michael Douglas, 77, and Catherine Zeta-Jones, 52, proved that they’re couple goals just days before Valentine’s Day. The A-list couple enjoyed each others’ company on a ski trip. The duo appeared to be cross-country skiing and were certainly dressed for the occasion. They twinned in black jackets, pants and beanies while Catherine spiced up her look with a fun multi-colored pattern on her leggings and a crown design on her beanie.

The Cincinnati Bengals are headed to the Super Bowl against the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday, Feb. 13! Bengals fans are definitely excited to see their team head to the big game, considering how their last appearance was at 1989’s Super Bowl XXII against the San Francisco 49ers.

Mark Zuckerberg and other social media bigwigs could face time in the clink if they don't comply with strict new online safety laws in the UK.UK Culture and Digital Secretary Nadine Dorries said that social media companies will be forced to act on illegal content as part of the new Online Safety Bill. Facebook, Instagram and other platforms will have to act on content that includes revenge porn, fraud, illegal drugs and weapons, the promotion of suicide, sexual exploitation or people smuggling—or face the consequences.When asked whether Mark Zuckerberg and other social media executives could face prison sentences if they don't comply, Ms Dorries said: "Absolutely."Dorries told the Times Radio that the bill would be "notice to the online platforms to say here it is, we're letting you know what it is now, so start doing what you need to do."However, Andy Burrows, head of child safety online policy at the NSPCC, argued this was not the case.He said: “Despite the rhetoric, the Government’s current proposals mean tech bosses wouldn’t be personally liable for the harmful effects of their algorithms or failing to prevent grooming, and could only be prosecuted for failing to supply information to the regulator.

Mauricio Pochettino will target a sensational move for England striker Harry Kane if he is appointed as Manchester United manager this summer - according to reports.

opened Thursday night on Broadway, has been building now for — somehow — three years.The musical boasts the same creative team as Bette Midler’s wildly successful “Hello, Dolly!,” and we all hoped it would be the bandleader of Broadway’s post-pandemic return. Adding more sparkle, Hugh Jackman plays the leading man, Harold Hill, and on paper, it’s the role of the celebrated actor’s lifetime.Running time: 2 and a half hours with one intermission.

Caitlyn Jenner revealed Kim Kardashian has invited her to dinner with Pete Davidson. Jenner revealed that Kardashian is "very happy" with her new beau, but remained somewhat tight-lipped about the relationship during an interview released Wednesday on the U.K. radio show "Capital Breakfast" with host Roman Kemp (via Page Six).

Chris Pine is that you?!

An award-winning film director in Myanmar has been arrested almost a year after he was put on a wanted list for encouraging government employees to join in protests against military rule, a colleague and local media reported Thursday.

Nicole Kidman is up for another Oscar but her daughters aren’t fazed.

Adele pole danced when she made a surprise appearance at a nightclub strip show.The superstar was in the audience at G-A-Y’s Porn Idol event at Heaven in London on Thursday night.And she stunned the crowd by going up on stage.In front of thousands of fans, she danced around a pole while wearing a sexy white outfit.The audience cheered and screamed as she larked about.Earlier in the night Adele had watched the show from the side of the stage in a VIP area.The weekly event sees punters strip naked in the hope of winning a cash prize.Adele saw a string of contestants giving it a go.An onlooker told Daily Star Online: “Adele was absolutely loving the event. She was having a great time with friends and loved watching the show.“After the contest was over she stormed the stage and the crowd went wild.

Respect for the underlying material is the key to film adaptation, agreed panelists tonight at the WGA Foundation’s Beyond Words panel discussion featuring this year’s WGA Awards nominees for adapted screenplay.

Caitlyn Jenner is going to do what Caitlyn Jenner pretty much always does: spill family secrets all over the place, much to the chagrin of the KarJenner fam! Ha!