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Who is Telemachus, again? Circe? A guide to the characters of Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey'

NEW YORK (AP) — Christopher Nolan has adapted “The Odyssey” to make it accessible and relatable for modern audiences. The film, in theaters July 17, features Matt Damon as Odysseus, Anne Hathaway as Penelope, and Tom Holland as Telemachus. Nolan aims to capture the essence of the classic tale while exploring the human elements of its characters. The Associated Press has made a who's who of the large ensemble cast as a primer before the film's release. Robert Pattinson plays the antagonist Antinous, and Zendaya portrays the goddess Athena. The cast also includes Lupita Nyong’o, Charlize Theron and John Leguizamo.

Movie Review: The live-action 'Moana' is a lifeless carbon copy of an animated classic

Say what you will about them, but the Disney live-action remakes have at least given us a choice. Which would you rather see? A spirited, soaring animated “Moana,” or a purposeless remake featuring Dwayne Johnson with Fabio hair? Few of the live-action remakes, regardless of box-office receipts, are covered in glory. But “Moana,” directed by “Hamilton” veteran Thomas Kail, feels especially off course, offering little more than a lamentable swap of cartoon imagination for live-action do-over,” writes AP Film Writer Jake Coyle in his review. The lifeless result veers perilously close to “Saturday Night Live” parody or one of those joke parallel universes in the “Spider-Verse” movies.

New 'Little House' series explores complicated history but keeps heart, community at the center

Netflix is set to premiere a remake of “Little House on the Prairie” on Thursday. Showrunner Rebecca Sonnenshine says the series still resonates with the American dream. Set in the late 1800s, it follows the Ingalls family as they settle in the frontier. The show explores themes of rugged individualism and the complexities of pioneer life. Sonnenshine emphasizes the importance of understanding diverse perspectives, highlighting interactions with the Osage Nation. Luke Bracey plays Pa, a character portrayed as good but flawed. Filming for Season 2 is already underway, with a fan favorite addition to the cast.

In any language: English speakers are tuning into World Cup broadcasts in Spanish

MIAMI (AP) — Ashleigh Hallam teaches English at her local library in Indiana. She's brushing up on her Spanish by watching the World Cup. Many English speakers in the U.S. are tuning into Spanish broadcasts, even if they don't understand the language. Census figures show that about 20% of the U.S. is Hispanic, yet Telemundo points to Nielsen ratings to show that roughly half the World Cup viewers in the U.S. have watched at least some portion of some matches in Spanish. Viewers are drawn to the excitement of Spanish commentary, famed broadcaster Andrés Cantor’s “goooool” call, and the lack of commercial breaks. Some, like comedian Trevor Noah, prefer the uninterrupted coverage.

Community screenings help a movie set during an Indian insurgency bypass censorship

GURDASPUR, India (AP) — Sikh organizations and local activists are organizing community screenings in India’s northern Punjab state of a movie set during its bloody insurgency. “Satluj” is based on the life of a human rights activist who was killed and explores disappearances and extrajudicial killings during the 1980s and 1990s. Originally titled “Punjab 95,” it faced censorship and was removed from a streaming platform. But now temples and village halls are being turned into makeshift cinemas for screenings that have reignited the debate about censorship and artistic freedom in India. For many, the film offers a poignant retelling of memories of one of India’s bloodiest internal conflicts.

Behind Christopher Nolan’s 6-country epic undertaking to bring ‘The Odyssey’ to the big screen

NEW YORK (AP) — Christopher Nolan has taken on the epic challenge of adapting “The Odyssey” into a large-scale Hollywood film. Known for pushing cinematic boundaries, Nolan aimed to create something both accessible and realistic. This involved filming in real locations and using real ships on the open waters to bring the mythic tale to life. Despite the grueling shoot, the production finished early. Nolan's approach rejects typical Hollywood tropes, opting for colloquial language and unique musical elements. Matt Damon leads the massive ensemble as Odysseus, alongside Anne Hathaway and Tom Holland. The movie, the first to be shot entirely on IMAX film, opens worldwide on July 17.

Dustin Hoffman and 'cricket royalty' Sachin Tendulkar among celebrities at Wimbledon

LONDON (AP) — American actor Dustin Hoffman and cricket great Sachin Tendulkar were among the celebrities at Wimbledon on Friday to watch defending champion Jannik Sinner play Novak Djokovic on Centre Court. British actors Benedict Cumberbatch, Hugh Laurie and Damian Lewis watched from the Royal Box, as did fashion designer Tom Ford and Anna Wintour. The 88-year-old Hoffman wasn’t in the Royal Box, though he was a guest there in 2024.

Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at 75

Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced Welsh pop star known for “Total Eclipse of the Heart,” has died at 75. She was hospitalized in Portugal in May 2026 for emergency surgery and placed in an induced coma. Tyler earned three Grammy nominations and represented Britain at Eurovision in 2013. Her iconic song, boosted by real eclipses, has over 1 billion streams. Born Gaynor Hopkins, she grew up in Wales and was inspired by artists like Janis Joplin. Her career took off with hits like “It’s a Heartache.” Tyler was married to Robert Sullivan, a former Olympic judo competitor.

Catherine Zeta-Jones, Rod Stewart, Bryan Adams and more mourn the death of Bonnie Tyler

Celebrities across the entertainment industry are mourning the death of Bonnie Tyler at age 75. They are expressing affection and admiration for the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star. The singer was best-known for her chart-topping power ballad “Total Eclipse of the Heart.” Her family said Thursday that she died unexpectedly in a hospital in Portugal. Everyone from actor Catherine Zeta-Jones to singers Rod Stewart and Bryan Adams shared tributes to Tyler on social media. Jones wrote that his “heart is broken with the news that our dearest Bonnie Tyler has passed away.” He went on to add, “Sleep tight beautiful lady.”