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The Oscars are almost here and considering that some of the biggest box office champions of 2023 are nominated for major awards, this could be an Oscars telecast that people actually watch. Jimmy Kimmel is returning to host and he brought together the Barbie cast to film a significant promo for the show, which has apparently upset some people who feel he’s playing favorites.Speaking with Deadline, it’s mentioned that some other contenders for Best Picture are upset that Kimmel filmed a promo with the cast of Barbie, and…

There is no other way to really introduce this other than just “you have to read these.”Internet wisdom—while understandable why it has full potential to be dangerous—is often pretty profound, and if not that, relatable to a degree where you can’t help but give that particular subtle nod and smile combo of approval like Robert Redford does.Well, Humans of Tumblr delivers that on their dedicated Instagram page, featured in a neat listicle below. So, Humans of Tumblr is an online humor brand that was launched…

When you become comfortable in a relationship and know each other well enough, the beauty of that close of a bond starts to blossom. The creator behind Love Handle Comics has skillfully captured these beautiful and quirky moments within his own relationship with his wife, that deeply resonated with audiences across the internet.As the artist shared in a previous post: "We are always happy to hear from our readers, how our comics help them in several ways. Be it people in long-distance relationships, couples going…

Xan, the creator of the comic strip "Promptlypaneled," has a knack for capturing the humorous, absurd, and ironic moments that resonate with many in their daily lives.With a dedicated following of 5.079k on Instagram, Xan's work gained popularity even before the 2019 pandemic. What sets Xan's comics apart is the infusion of a feminist perspective, adding a unique dimension to the humor. These comics are a delightful exploration of everyday experiences that are sure to bring a smile to your face as you scroll through…

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse LoughreyGet our The Life Cinematic email for freeEarly on in Rye Lane, it becomes very clear that the audience is in for something special. After meeting at an art exhibition, the two leads formally introduce themselves on a busy corner of the eponymous Peckham high street. “Dom, right? I’m Yas,” says Vivian Oparah, rocking a leopard-print scarf, yellow mac and shocking pink fake-fur bag. “Nice to meet you,” says David Jonsson’s Dom,…

Rachele Aragno possesses the rare ability of capturing darkness and placing it inside character designs that might seem innocent at first glance. It’s a quality that artists such as Edward Gorey and Emily Carroll also possess. Characters come off as calm and approachable only to suddenly give an odd over-the-shoulder look or a cold glare that shows something hiding underneath, something not so nice. This is evident in Aragno’s collaboration with Mike Mignola on Leonide the Vampyr: A Christmas for Crows, a holiday special…

Science writer Sabrina Imbler’s essay collection combines autobiographical musings with striking accounts of the weirder proclivities of various sea creatures, from jellyfish to sturgeon, cuttlefish to whales.Unfortunately, the two registers often don’t fit together. There is a pleasingly close description of some unidentified oceanic blobs that are “firm yet gelatinous, ovoid and transparent” and “looked like raindrops, or tears, water in a state of falling”. These blobs rise in swarms depending on the current and the…

Producer Alex Crossan, AKA Mura Masa, lived up to the “difficult second album” trope when it came to releasing 2020’s RYC. Supplanting the brash, vibrant pop that made his name on 2017’s self-titled debut, RYC was drab and moody, trading on themes of isolation, anxiety and nostalgia against a backdrop of chugging drums, post-punk guitars and plaintive vocals.After the Covid lockdowns, Crossan has thankfully found joy once more. Demon Time contains a starry roster of collaborators – singers Shygirl and Erika de Casier and…