Movie Review: 'Nouvelle Vague' is a meticulous ode to the French New Wave
To a remarkable degree, Richard Linklater’s “Nouvelle Vague”” has fully imbibed the spirit of the French New Wave, resurrecting one of the most hallowed eras of movies to capture an iconoclast in the making. The result is something endlessly stylish and almost absurdly uncanny, even if “Nouvelle Vague” never adopts the brash daring of its subject. Instead, “Nouvelle Vague” is more of a straightforward though deeply affectionate ode to a singularly unconventional filmmaker in Jean-Luc Godard, writes AP Film Writer Jake Coyle. The contrast makes “Nouvelle Vague” a curious thing: a meticulous recreation of a rule-breaking cinematic revolution. Godard would have hated it. That doesn’t make it any less enchanting.
Universal Music and AI song tool Udio settle lawsuit and partner on new platform, sparking backlash
LONDON (AP) — Universal Music Group and AI platform Udio have settled a copyright lawsuit and will collaborate on a new music creation and streaming platform. The companies announced on Wednesday that they reached a compensatory legal settlement and new licensing agreements. These agreements aim to provide more revenue opportunities for Universal's artists and songwriters. The rise of AI song generation tools like Udio has disrupted the music streaming industry, leading to accusations from record labels. This deal marks the first since Universal and others sued Udio and Suno last year. Financial terms of the settlement weren't disclosed.
Be inspired and bewitched by culinary creations on 'Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking'
LONDON (AP) — What tastes delicious but also floats, explodes or levitates? The showstopper cakes in competition on Food Network’s “Harry Potter: Wizards of Baking” are inspired by the films made about Hogwarts. On the second season premiering Sunday, they have to be delicious but also charmed. On the set, the show’s hosts James and Oliver Phelps say that the cakes made by the paired professionals competing are so good, the Weasley twins actors hang around with spoons to try them out. Judges Jozef Youssef and Carla Hall are both Harry Potter fans and say to expect even more elaborate creations this season.
Janelle Monáe embraces HalloQueen role, creating an empire where art and freedom collide in October
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Janelle Monáe has transformed Halloween into a creative empire with her HalloQueen events. The artist blends play, performance and purpose in a monthlong celebration. This week, the festivities include Vampire Beach at the Santa Monica Pier and the annual Wondaween party. Monáe's love for Halloween began with dressing up and has grown into a movement of self-expression. The events, like the DJ set at Cinespia, capture the essence of Monáe’s artistic universe. Monáe hopes to expand HalloQueen to other cities, keeping the spirit alive year-round. Monáe’s creative foundation began with the Wondaland collective, co-founded with Nate “Rocket” Wonder and Chuck Lightning in Atlanta. That community of musicians, writers and filmmakers evolved into a multidisciplinary hub for world-building.
40 years later, Michael J. Fox looks back on 'Back to the Future'
NEW YORK (AP) — For Michael J. Fox, traveling through time with “Back to the Future” has been part of life. It’s the film that strapped a flux capacitor to his career and that has, ever since, stayed in his rear view. On Friday, “Back to the Future” is, again, back in theaters. The anniversary celebration also includes a new 4K trilogy gift set that comes complete with an OUTATIME license plate. What was once so firmly lodged in the space-time continuum has, over the years, turned curiously timeless. Watch “Back to the Future” now and you might be astonished at how effects-free most of Robert Zemeckis’ science-fiction landmark is.
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This Spanish tenor's already a star in Europe. Now he's made a big splash at the Met
NEW YORK (AP) — He's a Spanish tenor who has captivated audiences with his extraordinary voice. Conductor Riccardo Frizza and the Metropolitan Opera’s Peter Gelb have praised Xabier Anduaga's talent. At 30, Anduaga is a star in Europe. He recently made a splash in the U.S., headlining the Met’s production of Bellini's “La Sonnambula.” Anduaga grew up in Spain, starting as a boy soprano. His wife, Elena Barbé, remains his coach and critic. As his voice evolves, he’s exploring new roles. Opera houses are eager to book him. Gelb says he was blown away by the sound when Anduaga made his house debut two season ago.
Brad Paisley says he's 'Mr. More Baseball' after performing at another World Series marathon game
Country superstar Brad Paisley has made history. And Monday night, it wasn’t for platinum records. The singer performed the national anthem during a landmark World Series game. The Los Angeles Dodgers finished an 18-inning Game 3 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays nearly seven hours after Paisley sang. Paisley has performed the anthem ahead of four World Series games that went to extra innings, including two 18-inning games that are tied for the longest in Fall Classic history. In an interview with The Associated Press, Paisley said to call him “Mr. More Baseball.”
Movie Review: Minimalist thriller ‘Hallow Road’ lets your imagination run wild
Rosamund Pike and Matthew Rhys play parents in a stressful situation in the minimalistic thriller “Hallow Road.” They're awoken late one night to a phone call from their teenage daughter, who has left their home after a fight and possibly killed someone on her drive away. Filmmaker Babak Anvari keeps the setting contained to the parents' car as they drive to help their daughter. In her review for The Associated Press, film writer Lindsey Bahr writes that it is “an effectively minimalistic thriller that leaves much room for interpretation...and a good option for anyone looking for something creepy ... without the gore.” “Hallow Road” is in theaters Friday.
Paris prosecutor says 2 suspects in the Louvre jewel heist acknowledge their involvement
PARIS (AP) — A Paris prosecutor says two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist have admitted their involvement in the theft. They were handed preliminary charges for theft committed by an organized gang and criminal conspiracy. They are believed to be the men who forced their way into the world’s most visited museum and took jewels valued at more than 100 million dollars. It took thieves less than eight minutes to steal the jewels in broad daylight on Oct. 19, shocking the world. The jewels have not been recovered.
A newly discovered Dr. Seuss manuscript will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary
NEW YORK (AP) — A newly discovered Dr. Seuss manuscript featuring the Cat in the Hat will be published next year. The book, titled “Sing the 50 United States,” celebrates the United States and is set for release just in time for America’s 250th anniversary. This is the first full manuscript by Dr. Seuss, born Theodor Geisel, to be found since 2015. The manuscript was discovered earlier this year at the Geisel Library in California. New illustrations in the style of Dr. Seuss were created by artist Tom Brannon. Random House Children’s Books plans to publish the book on June 2, 2026.
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