'Disclosure Day' answers questions from 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind,' Josh O’Connor says
Josh O’Connor says working with Steven Spielberg on “Disclosure Day” was surreal. The British actor, known for playing Prince Charles in “The Crown,” felt like he was living a dream on set. The film, which opens June 12, is said to answer questions from “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” O’Connor plays a cybersecurity expert with a mysterious connection to Emily Blunt’s character. He describes Spielberg as having an infectious energy and excitement. O’Connor shared a humorous story about a text from Spielberg that unintentionally helped him with a scene. The film’s plot remains mostly under wraps.
What to know about singer D4vd and the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Singer D4vd, pronounced “David,” is about to face a preliminary hearing where a judge will decide whether he should go to trial in connection with the killing and dismembering of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. At the hearing planned for Friday, witnesses will be called and evidence will be presented. Lawyers for the 21-year-old singer whose legal name is David Anthony Burke say he is not guilty. Rivas Hernandez's body was discovered in a towed Tesla registered to Burke in the Hollywood Hills last year. He has been charged with first-degree murder and other felony counts.
Taylor Swift files 3 new trademark applications. One expert says it is to curb AI threats
NEW YORK (AP) — Taylor Swift filed three new trademark applications with the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office Friday. A legal expert theorizes it is to protect her voice and image from potential misuse through artificial intelligence. Two of the applications are sound trademarks covering her voice. One is of her saying “Hey, it’s Taylor Swift.” The other is “Hey, it’s Taylor.” And the third application is a visual trademark, a photograph of Swift on stage holding a pink guitar. Intellectual property attorney Josh Gerben theorized that the trademarks are “specifically designed to protect Taylor from threats posed by artificial intelligence.” Swift has been a target of AI misuse in the past.
Summer Movie Preview: Jon Favreau wants to inspire a new generation to fall in love with Star Wars
Jon Favreau finally has his own Star Wars movie coming to theaters. He’s been dreaming about this since he was a kid. Favreau has been involved in Star Wars projects before, like “The Mandalorian,” but “The Mandalorian and Grogu” which opens in theaters May 22 is different. It isn’t just season four on the big screen. Favreau says it’s important to invite new fans into the Star Wars universe. The film features familiar characters like Din Djarin and Grogu and introduces new ones. Favreau is excited to bring the spectacle of Star Wars to IMAX, with bigger sets and more time to create.
Movie Review: Adam Scott gets spooked in a haunted hotel in ‘Hokum’
Adam Scott plays a famous American novelist who goes to a quaint hotel in Ireland in the new horror film “Hokum.” His objective is to scatter his parents' ashes near the place where they had their honeymoon. But this hotel is haunted by more than their memories. In her review for The Associated Press, film writer Lindsey Bahr writes that the film lives up to its title and contains a mess of ideas, some better than others, but also is a pretty scary time at the movies. “Hokum,” in theaters Friday, is rated R.
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Weinstein rape accuser tells jury that 'he just treated me like he owned me'
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Growing up with ‘Toy Story’: Andrew Stanton on 30+ years with Woody and Buzz
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Defying protocol, Trump relays details of private conversation with King Charles III
LONDON (AP) — In the world of diplomatic faux pas it could have been a lot worse. U.S. President Donald Trump said at Tuesday’s state dinner honoring King Charles III and Queen Camilla that during a private meeting earlier in the day the British monarch had agreed with him that Iran should never be allowed to have nuclear weapons. Many Britons would agree with the president’s sentiment. But the comment triggered mild consternation among pundits in the U.K. By convention people aren't supposed to relay private conversations with the monarch. That is partly because the king has to remain above the political fray. But it's also because the sovereign doesn’t have the ability to wade into a public debate and correct the record if he's misquoted.
Tennessee book ban opponents to receive Courage Award at PEN America gala
NEW YORK (AP) — A coalition of Tennessee activists known for fighting book bans will be honored by PEN America at its annual gala. The Rutherford County Library Alliance, based in Murfreesboro, will receive the PEN/Benenson Courage Awards on May 14. The alliance formed in response to a 2023 local “decency ordinance” aimed at maintaining “family-friendly environments in public places.” The ordinance led to a lawsuit over alleged free speech suppression. Censorship efforts continue, with LGBTQ-themed books moved to the adult section. Alliance leaders Keri Lambert and Tatiana Silvas will accept the award. Previous recipients include Salman Rushdie and Florida student activist Jack Petocz.
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