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One of the best crime graphic novels is now getting the streaming treatment…and it looks pretty damn faithful to the spirit of Brubaker's and Phillips' masterpiece:
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Russel Brand is a rapist.
I hope this verdict brings a little closure to his many victims. And I hope this verdict brings hope and courage to those who fear that speaking out will never amount to anything near a conviction.
I hope they throw the fucking book at him.
Yes!!!!!!
Russell Brand has been found guilty of one count of rape and three counts of sexual assault in his London criminal trial.
The actor and comedian was found not guilty of two other rape charges and one count of attempted indecent assault. The jury took three days to reach their verdict following a three-week trial. His sentencing will be held on Monday.
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Film is Not Beholden to Borders. @DaniellaMazzio writes about Latin American cinema at the 2026 Chicago International Film Festival @chifilmfest for @InRO inreviewonline.com/2026/11/0…
Alejandro A. Riera retweeted
Trump doesn’t think the results are a rejection of his leadership. Of course he doesn’t. That would require honesty and self-reflection. The man couldn't find either with a search warrant and a mirror.
BREAKING: President Trump congratulates Democrats on their midterm victories but makes one thing clear: He does not view the results as a rejection of his leadership.
“Congratulations to the Democrats. They did a good job. They’ve been looking for this one for 11 years, and they finally got it. But I don’t view it as a hit on me. I think we’ve done ... We’ve had the greatest two years in the history of the presidency.”
Tune in to Fox News Channel now for live midterm election coverage
Alejandro A. Riera retweeted
Just reemphasizing what many have said about becoming culturally literate outside the scope of film. Explore literature! Music! Plays! Learn about art history, get into color theory, hell, even watch older sitcoms!
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David’s piece is fantastic, especially the discussion about the power dynamics in the industry and how most critics are barely scraping by. I don’t write many reviews these days. The assignments are few & far between. There are many talented writers but scarce funds to pay them.
i wrote about Taika Waititi's delusional and embarrassing Instagram post, and how it reflects a deeper problem about the impacts of social media on the entire artistic ecosystem:
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When am I getting my Tres Reyes Magos action movie, huh?????
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Alan Ritchson star in the official trailer for the new Christmas action comedy #TheManWithTheBag.
Streaming December 2 on Prime Video.
Daniella gives @chifilmfest's Latin American selection some TLC. I wish most of my fellow (Chicago) critics did the same.
For @InRO, I wrote a very special essay about the abundance of Latin American films at this year's @chifilmfest. I cover shared themes and ideas across *ten* features, representing Argentina, Mexico, Cuba, Peru, Costa Rica, Haiti, Brazil, and the U.S.
inreviewonline.com/2026/11/0…
As if last week wasn't hard enough for us science fiction fans with the deaths of Sir Patrick and Walter. Damn it!
Another icon leaves this physical realm.
BREAKING: Dolores Huerta, labor rights leader and co-founder of the United Farm Workers, dies at 96. nbcnews.com/news/obituaries/…
As the Eddie Palmieri song says, "Corre cobarde, no mires para atras."
reuters.com/world/americas/f…
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Today we lost Walter Koenig.
Some thoughts about a fine actor and an exceptional human being...
R.I.P. Chekov and Bester.
Walter Koenig, the Russian Crewman Chekov on 'Star Trek,' Dies at 90 hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-…
