Pedro Almodóvar Praises Julia Ducournau’s ‘Titane’ as ‘Amazingly Brilliant and Completely Schizophrenic’

Coleen Rooney has revealed that her hubby Wayne Rooney was a "charmer" when they first met - but it seems she didn't always fancy the footballer.In fact, the former England soccer star had to keep asking her out dates before he finally won her over.The mum-of-four, 35, opened up about her relationship with Wayne in the new Amazon Prime documentary - Rooney.In the documentary, Coleen said Wayne was "full of confidence" and "always up to something", hinting the athlete was rather mischievous as a youngster.The pair met at secondary school, and used to live so close to each other in the suburbs of Liverpool that she could hear the sports star's mum shouting his name in the street.Describing Wayne, she said: "Cheeky, full of confidence, always up to something. "I always remember he used to hang around by where I lived and every now and again you’d get his mum shouting up and down the street, ‘Wayne!'"Coleen also explained how close she is with the Rooney cohort too, given their families grew up together.She went on: "I am best friends with Wayne’s cousin Claire.

Arsenal star Gabriel Martinelli's controversial red card against Wolves. The 20-year-old forward received the first red card of his career after Michael Oliver showed him two yellows in quick succession.Martinelli pushed Daniel Podence as he took a throw-in and then barged into the back of Chiquinho moments later to commit a second bookable offence which saw him sent off. Oliver's decision to give the Brazilian ace his marching orders sparked debate on social media - and BT Sport pundits Keown and Lescott couldn't agree on the matter either.

Peter Debruge Chief Film CriticAs the first film from the director of “Amélie” in nearly a decade, “Bigbug” is kind of a big deal. Sadly, it’s also a big disappointment — easily the most obnoxious Netflix original in some time, owing to the company’s trust in a director whose overactive imagination demands some kind of boundaries.At precisely the moment pandemic-confined audiences want to get out and breathe fresh air, Jean-Pierre Jeunet gives them a suffocating scenario in which a squabbling French family is trapped in their retro-modern home with several android assistants.

sleep after having sex, then you may be interested to hear that there's an actual scientific reason to it.And it's all to do with your brain chemicals.Considering that most people have sex in a bed, it's understandable that the body would associate this with sleep.Most couples also tend to have sex either at night or maybe in the morning.During both of these times, it's likely that you will be more naturally tired.However, Melinda Wenner, of Scienceline, told Live Science that there is a bigger reason than just mere object association and time.During sex, the brain releases a mixture of brain chemicals.

Tom Brady has been tipped to make a hasty return to the NFL after experiencing a few months of being "bossed around" at home by supermodel wife Gisele Bundchen. The legendary quarterback called time on his career last week after several days of intense speculation over his future in the game.

JYP Entertainment has expanded its existing partnership with US-based label Republic Records.According to a report by Billboard, the South Korean company has opted to expand its existing strategic partnership with Republic Records, which is owned by Universal Music Group. The two companies first started the partnership in 2020, where they foucsed on the international expansion of girl group TWICE.JYP Entertainment and Republic Records’ partnership will now extend to include two more of the K-pop giant’s acts – namely Stray Kids and ITZY – in their plan for promotions outside of South Korea.Both groups will also be receiving support from Republic Records’ subsidiary independent label Imperial, which had previously helped to launch and market TWICE’s recent records since the JYP-Republic partnership had launched.“We are beyond delighted to move forward with Republic Records, the most outstanding label in the United States, in developing the major artist roster of the two companies’ hereafter, starting with the successful kickoff TWICE has brought,” JYP Entertainment CEO Jimmy Jeong told Billboard of the expansion.“We have absolute confidence that, together, we will lead the rapidly changing music industry from both in and out, alongside our prominent artists’ creations,” Jeong added.

Peter Debruge Chief Film CriticAs the first film from the director of “Amélie” in nearly a decade, “Big Bug” is kind of a big deal. Sadly, it’s also a big disappointment — easily the most obnoxious Netflix original in some time, owing to the company’s trust in a director whose overactive imagination demands some kind of boundaries.At precisely the moment pandemic-confined audiences want to get out and breathe fresh air, Jean-Pierre Jeunet gives them a suffocating scenario in which a squabbling French family is trapped in their retro-modern home with several android assistants.

Arsenal for their celebrations in the wake of their win over his side on Thursday night.The midfielder played all 90 minutes as the Gunners claimed the three points from their trip to Molineux, moving them above Manchester United in the Premier League table.Arsenal defender Gabriel scored the only goal of the game after 25 minutes when he bundled in Alexandre Lacazette's flick-on.The visitors were also forced to play with 10 men for the final 20 minutes of the game, with Gabriel Martinelli sent off after committing two bookable offences within five seconds.Despite their one-man advantage during that period, Wolves were unable to find a way past Aaron Ramsdale in the Arsenal goal.When Michael Oliver blew the final whistle the Gunners players celebrated wildly, something that Neves has taken issue with.Speaking in his post-match interview, the Portuguese star aimed a savage dig at the visitors for the manner of their celebrations, claiming it shows the level they are on.“We did well but we are struggling to score goals and conceding a lot on set-pieces,” Neves said.Who was your man of the match from Arsenal's win at Wolves? Let us know in the comments section...“With their goal there is some doubt about whether it was a foul or not but that's football. We are used to these decisions.“We need to improve a lot on scoring goals because we are creating chances but we're not good enough in that part of the game.“I can accept the decision about their goal but in some games they give it and in some games they don't.

Foo Fighters have shared the video for their recent song from the new Fraggle Rock revival series – you can watch it below.Dave Grohl and co. released ‘Fraggle Rock Rock’ last month as part of the official soundtrack to Apple TV+’s Back To The Rock, which features guest stars such as Ed Helms (The Office) and Kenan Thompson (Saturday Night Live).Arriving yesterday (February 10), the official visuals for the track see the band performing in a packed-out venue as Uncle Traveling Matt invades the stage.

Irina Shayk has been working alongsideRiccardo Tisci on an ad campaign in recent days: he's the chief creative officer at Burberry.And from the sounds of her most recent Instagram post, the in-demand supermodel may very well have just wrapped up her recent promo push and headed out on a holiday.'She's MIA …,' the Russian-born beauty captioned two new photos of herself decked out in black leather and a revealing bikini top, along with a palm tree emoji. Showing some 'tude: Irina Shayk, 36, struck a couple of confident poses in front of a colorful backdrop decked out in a black leather ensemble matched with a bikini topThe palm tree emoji and the MIA reference may be a sign thatShayk (born Irina Valeryevna Shaykhlislamova) may now be 'missing in action' in a tropical destination.In the photos, the 36-year-old top model stood up in front of a colorful backdrop with shades of black, white, yellow, orange and gray.

Tiger JK is potentially set to collaborate with BTS‘ RM.In the early hours of February 11, the former Drunken Tiger member posted a series of cryptic tweets that seemingly point towards a forthcoming collaboration between him and BTS leader RM. The first tweet simply featured the K-pop idol’s name.RM— 아빠 최고 VITAMIN D (@DrunkenTigerJK) February 10, 2022Soon after, Tiger JK followed it up by alluding that he’s currently in the process of making new music, but did not include any specifics.

Arnold Schwarzenegger gushed about being a grandfather and admitted he didn't know the gender of pregnant daughter Katherine's baby on Thursday on a talk show.The 74-year-old actor while visiting Jimmy Kimmel Live was congratulated by the host for Katherine, 32, and her husband Chris Pratt, 42, blessing him with another grandchild 'on the way'.'It's on the way, and I'll tell you one thing, that it is the easiest thing to be a grandfather,' said Arnold, who wore a colorful Hawaiian shirt, grey coat and dark jeans. Hollywood star:Arnold Schwarzenegger gushed about being a grandfather and admitted he didn't know the gender of pregnant daughter Katherine's baby on Thursday on a talk show'Why do you say that?,' asked Jimmy, 54.'Because they come over to the house, you play with Lyla for around an hour or two, put her on the horse, put her with the dog. I play with the dog.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively were spotted taking in opening night of The Music Man on Broadway.The 45-year-old Reynolds and his 34-year-old wife were spotted masking up while arriving at theat Winter Garden Theatre in New York City.The couple were supporting their longtime friend Hugh Jackman, who starred in this revival of The Music Man, which opened on Thursday. Opening night:Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively were spotted taking in opening night of The Music Man on BroadwayLively rocked a stylish violet pantsuit, while staying safe from COVID-19 by masking up with a black face mask.She was also wearing stylish purple and teal earrings and matching teal rings as she stepped out with her husband.

With Meena Jutla's (Paige Sandhu) return to the village confirmed, Emmerdale have been nice enough to give fans of the ITV soap a teaser of what's to come with some chilling images from the psychopathic nurse's highly anticipated comeback. Hellbent on destroying Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley) and Billy Fletcher's (Jay Kontzle) big day, the deranged murderer makes her entrance in true Meena style in tonight's episode (Friday 11 February). She's on a mission to make sure Dawn and Billy both pay for what they've done to her and she'll stop at nothing to get her gruesome revenge on the unsuspecting couple.

Coronation Street 's Lydia Chambers was unveiled as the mystery person silently calling Adam Barlow on Wednesday's episodes. Soap watchers will recall that Adam was targeted by a mystery person earlier this year and he accused ex Lydia of keying his car before being told that it was in fact Jeremy Bremner, a disgruntled loser of a court case he worked on. Only recently, Adam's car was vandalised again while his office was searched by police who had been told there was a firearm there with Adam linking them both to Jeremy.

A shopkeeper tried to run away from police after thousands of illegal cigarettes were discovered.

Ralph Hasenhuttl has revenge on mind as his Southampton side return to the scene of their humiliation by Manchester United last season.

Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentThanks to glamorous Paris-set shows like “Lupin” and “Emily in Paris” topping Netflix charts — and daring French female directors Julia Ducournau (“Titane”) and Audrey Diwan (“Happening”) winning top prizes at the Cannes and Venice film festivals — France drew more eyeballs worldwide in 2021 than it has in years. A groundbreaking agreement with global streamers to invest up to €300 million ($333 million) in French content looks to continue that trend.

Elsa Keslassy International CorrespondentThanks to glamorous Paris-set shows like “Lupin” and “Emily in Paris” topping Netflix charts — and daring French female directors Julia Ducournau (“Titane”) and Audrey Diwan (“Happening”) winning top prizes at the Cannes and Venice film festivals — France drew more eyeballs worldwide in 2021 than it has in years. A groundbreaking agreement with global streamers to invest up to €300 million ($333 million) in French content looks to continue that trend.

Lorene Scafaria Guest ColumnistFor Variety‘s Writers on Writers, Lorene Scafaria pens a tribute to “Parallel Mothers” (screenplay by Pedro Almodóvar). Pedro Almodóvar is in control.From the opening image of “Parallel Mothers,” Almodóvar calls attention to the artifice of filmmaking. On the set of a photo shoot, the props and lights and craft service and crew are all in view as Penélope Cruz’s Janis gives her subject precise direction.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today unveiled its shortlist of 15 films that will advance to the next stage of voting in the International Feature Film category at the Oscars. Notable among omissions is Julia Ducournau’s Titane, the entry from France which won the Cannes Film Festival’s Palme d’Or — becoming only the second movie directed by a woman to scoop that prize.