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New York Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Times
Pep Guardiola and the age of football amnesia
When Keanu Reeves was doing press for Bill & Ted Face the Music in 2020, he had to explain the narrative tension underpinning the film. In essence, it was about facing your own mortality. Bill and Ted had failed to write a song that would unite the world. This had consequences for them and their families. They now had to come up with one to save the universe — otherwise it would end. Advertisement After giving a light-hearted, semi-serious answer in keeping with his character Ted, Reeves was asked a serious follow-up question by the late-night host Stephen Colbert: 'What do you think happens when we die?' Reeves leaned back, inhaled, thought about it for a second and gave an unexpectedly excellent and profound answer. 'I know that the ones who love us will miss us,' he said, a sweet and moving sentiment. Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola doesn't seem to share it. In the build-up to the FA Cup final in May, Guardiola did not get the same question as Reeves. But he did reflect on his life and legacy up until now. 'When we die,' he said. 'Our families cry for two or three days and then that's it — you're forgotten. In the careers of coaches, there are good and bad ones, the important thing is that the good ones are remembered.' Guardiola's place in football history is assured. He has won trebles, plural. He is credited with changing the game. The Spanish and German national teams lifted the World Cup during his time working in their leagues, an indicator of his influence. England have yet to do so. Next year perhaps? Regardless of whether England do or not, Guardiola's eight seasons with City have undeniably altered the football landscape in the U.K. And yet, his bleak outlook on remembrance appears to have been greatly shaped by how quick some corners of the football world were to forget Istanbul and the treble of 2023. How much of that was City-specific — Wasn't it about time they did it? — is one thing. How much of it is due to our ever-decreasing attention spans is another. As the calendar gets more congested, teams play more and more games and the turnaround time from one season to another shortens, football is, perhaps, entering its own age of digital amnesia — the phenomenon whereby the abundance of information on the internet is apparently affecting our ability to retain and remember it. Advertisement Every game risks becoming like a reel on Instagram or a TikTok video. We scroll through it, laugh or smile, share it, forget it, go blank. Onto the next one. Wydad, Al-Ain, Juventus again. They played each other in December, didn't they? Yes, in the new, extended Champions League 'League Phase'? Feels like another season ago, doesn't it. Dusan Vlahovic scored. Weston McKennie too. Remember it well? Prior to City and Juventus meeting in Orlando, Guardiola was asked by a reporter from La Repubblica about the Club World Cup and how invested he is in winning it. 'Well, now we're here we want to do well. I don't know,' he said in Italian. 'Maybe after two or three days at the end of the tournament it'll be forgotten.' Covered by the sands of time, buried by the scirocco of a new season, the golden edge of a Tiffany trophy poking through a dune as the Premier League nears on the horizon. After all, there's Wolves away already on August 16. If City win the Club World Cup, it will no doubt be a source of pride within the club. But Guardiola is probably right. The newness of the competition and the dismissive reception of the Club World Cup back in the UK — being able to say you're world champion seemed to mean little to English clubs even in the smaller, old format — mean it probably wouldn't be heralded as significant. That's in part the island mentality of England, the belief our competition is best and its only rival is the Champions League, not the Club World Cup. Not yet. 'I don't think we should ever live thinking about whether we're going to be remembered,' Guardiola said in that interview in May. So what's the purpose? Why renew for another two years? Does Guardiola keep doing what he does because he doesn't know anything else? Only football. Or is there meaning beyond being remembered? Advertisement Guardiola said after City's 5-2 win over Juventus his players made a statement to themselves. The challenge this coming season, he added, is to redefine themselves too. Whether people remember City's season or not is out of his control. The 6-0 against Wydad and 2-0 over Al Ain isn't and while they will be swiftly forgotten, they are part of the process he is overseeing. The bigger question is more for us — and the football calendar: Less still feels like more. Meaning isn't to be found in the many, but the few. More than amnesia, there is nostalgia for how the game used to be; smaller World Cups, shorter seasons, competitions that genuinely did boast the best teams from their respective continents. What will happen to football then if it dies? It won't perish, surely. The game goes on and on. But if it did, the ones who loved it will probably remember those, apparently, better days when the memories made were memories that lasted.
What's On
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- What's On
The F1 movie is out; here are more great movies to catch in the cinema this weekend
We've got a big weekend at the movies, with everything from high-octane F1 action to live-action remakes and even a zombie apocalypse thrown in for good measure. Sure, we love a good streaming binge, but nothing beats the big-screen experience, complete with overflowing popcorn tubs, too-big sodas, and those mid-movie dashes to the bathroom. For your film fix, here are all the new movies hitting UAE cinemas this weekend. F1 Cast: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem Arguably one of the most talked-about releases of the year — and not just among F1 fans. When the film was first announced and began shooting during last year's actual Grand Prix weekends, die-hard motorsport fans were sceptical. But with high production value, A-list talent, and plenty of on-track action, this one's shaping up to be a slick, high-octane crowd-pleaser, dramatic, cinematic, and full throttle from start to finish. Book here. How To Train Your Dragon Cast: Gerard Butler, Nico Parker, Nick Frost, Mason Thames A beloved animated franchise, How To Train Your Dragon holds serious weight with fans. `so any live-action adaptation had big shoes (or wings) to fill. Thankfully, early reactions suggest they've nailed it. The story of Hiccup, Toothless, and a Viking world learning to live in harmony with dragons gets a fresh, cinematic retelling, with a strong cast and soaring visuals that aim to honour the original while bringing something new for today's audiences. Book here. 28 Years Later Cast: Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jodie Comer, Jack O'Connell Set 28 years after the events of the original 28 Days Later , this long-awaited sequel throws us back into a world still haunted by the rage virus. Society is fractured, strict quarantines are in place, and survival is far from guaranteed. The story follows a group of survivors on a remote island who've carved out a fragile existence — until they uncover a new threat that's even more disturbing than the virus itself. Expect gritty visuals, slow-burning tension, and a chilling new chapter in the post-apocalyptic saga. Book here. Ballerina Cast: Ian McShane, Ana de Armas, Keanu Reeves If you're craving more John Wick-style action, but with a fresh twist, Ballerina delivers. Set in the same universe as the iconic franchise, this spin-off follows Eve Macarro, a deadly dancer trained by the assassin syndicate Ruska Roma. Fueled by vengeance after her father's murder, she takes on an army of killers in a stylish, high-body-count rampage. Expect slick choreography, big stunts, and yes — Keanu Reeves makes an appearance. Because you can never have too much Wick. Book here. M3GAN 2.0 Cast: Allison Williams, Violet McGraw, Brian Jordan Alvarez Creating a hyper-intelligent killer doll once clearly wasn't enough, M3GAN 2.0 takes the chaos up a notch. Set two years after the original AI companion went rogue, the sequel picks up in a world where M3GAN's tech has survived and fallen into the wrong hands. This time, the threat isn't just domestic. The software is being weaponised, with military-grade consequences. Expect Book here. Images: Socials > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina' Gets Streaming Date, Report Says
"From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina" partial poster. From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina, starring Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves, is reportedly coming soon to digital streaming. Directed by Len Wiseman, Ballerina was released in theaters on June 6. The official logline for the film reads, 'Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Armas) who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.' Reeves appears in From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina, as does other John Wick franchise stars Anjelica Huston, Ian McShane and the late Lance Reddick. The film also stars Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno and Norman Reedus. From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina is expected to be released on digital streaming via premium video on demand on Tuesday, July 1, according to When to Stream. While the streaming tracker is typically accurate with its PVOD reports, When to Stream noted that the film's studio, Lionsgate, has not announced or confirmed the release date and it is subject to change. Prime Video currently has From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina available for pre-order for $24.99, which will also be the film's purchase price. Since digital rentals are typically $5 less than purchase prices, viewers can expect to rent From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina for $19.99 for 48 hours. In addition to Prime Video, From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina will be available on such digital platforms as Apple TV, Fandango at Home and YouTube. How Did Audiences And Critics Receive 'From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina'? From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina has earned $51.6 million in North American theaters and $53.4 million internationally for a worldwide tally of $105 million to date against a $90 million budget, according to The Numbers. The film received a 76% 'fresh' rating from Rotten Tomatoes critics based on 276 reviews. The RT Critics Consensus for the film reads, 'Equipping a steely Ana de Armas with creatively brutal action choreography and a pleasingly kooky origin story, Ballerina pirouettes gracefully onto the Wickverse's centerstage.' Audiences gave From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina a 93% 'fresh' Popcornmeter score based on 5,000-plus verified user ratings. The RT audience summary reads, 'Ana de Armas is a lethal and graceful action hero in Ballerina, a stellar pivot from the John Wick franchise that stylishly delivers a new violent dance with death.' Rated R, From the World Of John Wick: Ballerina is expected to be released on PVOD on July 1.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Sonic The Hedgehog 3: Trailer, certificate and where to watch
Jim Carrey, Idris Elba and Keanu Reeves star in the video game movie sequel 2024
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Keanu Reeves and his partner Alexandra Grant spend time at MotoGP in Italy amid claims they secretly wed
Keanu Reeves and Alexandra Grant spent time at the MotoGP World Championship in Italy on Sunday following rumors the couple have secretly married. The actor, 60, was seen at the event alongside his artist partner Alexandra, 52, where they appeared in good spirits. Keanu kept a low profile at the race in a cap, while Alexandra smiled as they watched from the sidelines at the Mugello circuit. The actor looked smart in a gray blazer and white T-shirt, with Alexandra wearing a purple blazer and sunglasses It comes after Alexandra was seen wearing a diamond ring on her wedding finger at the London premiere of his film Ballerina earlier this month, fueling rumors the couple have tied the knot. In April, Alexandra was also seen wearing the same diamond ring with a gold band during her and Keanu's trip to London
