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The Star
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Star
Big Smile, No Teeth: Looking for low-drama, feel good content
Watching less stressful TV is apparently a trend with older viewers, and many turn to gentler, feel-good content that soothes. — 123rf I've loved TV and movies forever. It's why I wanted to be an actor, why I wanted to write. To be involved in storytelling. And growing up, I loved all the hard movies. Schindler's List , there's an important film that's hard to watch, but you have to. I would record and catalogue films on VHS (if you know this, you're as old and tired as me, or at least as old) so I could have repeated viewings, which there were a lot of – I'd spend whole school holidays re-watching my favourite movies using this groundbreaking technology. Now we have online streaming. Every film, just about, is on a streaming platform somewhere, and we have access to everything at our fingertips – and I watch none of it. So what happened? Life. I suppose. I'm busy with work, with my boy, and it gives me less free time. But surely there is free time to enjoy a hit show or film? Yes, there is, and what I've found? It stresses me out. For instance watching The Bear . I was late to the game, and tuned in only once the second season was off the ground; I started watching the first season and was immediately taken in. It's fire, chef. The acting. The writing. The way it makes you feel like you're watching a reality show set in a restaurant kitchen – and that's also why I stopped watching it. I got to the end of season one and forget the cliffhangers, I was like, man, that was stressful, it reminds me of work. I didn't tune in for the second season. There is a similar thing with movies like Marriage Story and shows like Scenes From A Marriage . Great performances from great actors, but watching a fictional couple rip out each other's emotional guts ... can art imitate life a little less please? I guess I'm at an age when I don't want to escape into a real world or work stress or marital strife, I mean, hey, welcome to my regular life. Suddenly I understand all those people who would tell me: 'Ugh, I don't have the emotional bandwidth for that show.' Apparently I don't have the emotional bandwidth for anything but the easiest of things to watch. Have I become a comfort viewer? The type of person that wants gentle, low-stakes shows where everyone lives, people are happy, and nothing bad happens? I don't think so. I still find myself entertained watching the new season of Black Mirror , and there are some bleak, bleak episodes in that. I think I prefer my dramas not to emulate real life. Have a movie where the sun is going to explode and destroy the world, I'm there. A show that follows coal miners on Mars? Sure, why not. People playing kids' games but the kids' games kill them? Yep, sign me up three times for that. I prefer my drama less realistic. And it's really changed my view on prestige film and TV, which tends to be intense and, for me anyway, emotionally exhausting. I've become that older guy who hears about the new important movie making the rounds that everyone should watch just to be aware of whatever problem is being highlighted, and I shrug it off saying I don't need to watch horror films, I need to figure out how to pay my mortgage. Have I become one of the mindless masses that just want to be entertained and forget about their day for a couple of hours? Yes. Yes, I have. Is that a good thing? Shrug emoji. Who knows. But watching less stressful TV is apparently a trend with older viewers, and I'm pushing 50, so, hey, that's me. Another stat about older viewers is that though they watch three times as much TV as younger people, they derive less satisfaction from it. Suggesting that TV doesn't make them happier, less stressed, or more fulfilled, and this is obviously why many turn to gentler, feel-good content that soothes. The general trend is as we age, or perhaps burn out, we favour soft, low-drama viewing. And I concur. Now I'm going to try to find something I can watch while laying on my back on a bed with my eyes shut. Big Smile, No Teeth columnist Jason Godfrey – a model who once was told to give the camera a 'big smile, no teeth' – has worked internationally for two decades in fashion and continues to work in dramas, documentaries, and lifestyle programming. Write to him at lifestyle@ and follow him on Instagram @bigsmilenoteeth and The views expressed here are entirely the writer's own.
Buzz Feed
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
18 Films With Realistic Endings
We all love a fairytale ending every now and then. But sometimes, we just want the real thing. No last-minute miracles, no rom-com reconciliations at an airport — just raw and real conclusions. Over on r/Cinema, movie lovers are sharing the films that didn't have a classic Hollywood ending. Here are 18 of the best responses. "Monsters University. They make an all-or-nothing 'pie in the sky' gamble, fail, and lose everything. Next, there's a montage of them doing the hard work, and it slowly pays off with gradual success." "La La Land ends like real life does sometimes: with the right people at the wrong time. No dramatic reunion, no last-minute fix. Just two people who loved each other, chased their dreams, and ended up waving from opposite sides of the finish line. It's messy, kinda beautiful, and way too familiar." "Marriage Story. I watched it during the beginning of my divorce, hoping for the Hollywood happy ending. It turned out way too much like real life!" "Uncut Gems was one of the most stressful movies to watch. You see Sandler's character dig his own grave step by when we get our ending, it's like: 'Damn! The mob don't fuck around.' I expected broken bones, but we definitely got something closer to what probably happens in reality." "Anora. Super realistic ending in a Cinderella story that I was not expecting." "Anora. Super realistic ending in a Cinderella story that I was not expecting." "Requiem for a Dream. This movie fundamentally changed me as a human. I felt different after watching it." "Manchester by the Sea. The fact that he didn't end up taking custody after everything is more realistic." "The Big Short. I like the way they made a mock summary about how everything changed. The banks got regulated and the responsible people got punished, only to reveal that this is America..." "Reservoir Dogs. It's the only movie I can think of where literally everyone dies in the end." "Denzel Washington's Flight. He's humbled himself before the world, got sober, and is happily doing his time in prison. But his young son confronts him at the end, insisting that he tells the truth about himself." "The Mist. It's a nasty ending and I hate it, but I do have to admit that it's pretty accurate as to what could happen in real life." "Coach Carter. Incredible movie. Just the message that you can have all the skills and popularity, but it doesn't translate to success. With all that hard work you put in, you still have to learn how to lose. That losing can be heartbreaking, especially when you give it your all." "8 Mile. By the end, he wins a rap battle tournament and everybody starts to respect him more. But there's no cliché where some guy waiting outside offers him a record deal or a life-changing opportunity. Right after the battle, Jimmy goes back to his late-night shift at work, he then bids his friends goodbye, and life goes on." "Friday Night Lights. Not many teams lose at the end of sports movies." "The Break-Up. I honestly thought they'd get back together, despite the title of the movie." "No Country for Old Men. No wild underdog story, no 'handsome protagonist getting the happy ending.' It's bleak, dark, and violent: exactly like what would happen if someone got wrapped up in cartel violence. IMO, a masterpiece of a film." "Seven. The bad guy is dead but it feels like he won. Morgan Freeman's closing quote really frames the bleakness." "Marley & Me. A realistic depiction of owning a hyperactive Labrador until they break your fucking heart by leaving you. That moment where he closes his eyes. I wept buckets." After reading all of these, I'm starting to think I might prefer realistic endings over Hollywood ones. And now? I have a serious watchlist to catch up on.🍿🍿 Do you know a movie that ends in a real, un-Hollywood way? Drop it in the comments or share it anonymously in the form below! And if you like what you see, check out BuzzFeed Canada's Instagram and TikTok socials!🎥🎥
Daily Mail
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Scarlett Johansson reveals how she fought her way out of the Hollywood 'sex symbol' box: 'I was cast for my desirability - that's shifted'
Scarlett Johansson has revealed how she fought her way out of the Hollywood 'sex symbol' box, saying she was once cast purely for her looks. The Black Widow star, now 40, says that after rising to fame in Lost in Translation, she was constantly offered roles that only valued her for her 'desirability', something she says has finally started to shift. She told The Sunday Times: 'When I was younger, a lot of the roles I was offered, or I went for, had their ambitions or character arcs revolving around their own desirability, or the male gaze, or a male-centred story. That is less frequent, though something has shifted.' Scarlett added that it is different for young women now as not only has the messaging changed, but there are more visible role models and women in powerful positions. The shift hasn't just been in her scripts, it's in Scarlett's whole career. The two-time Oscar nominee has gone from playing the sexy love interest in rom-coms like He's Just Not That Into You, to hard-hitting parts in Marriage Story, Under the Skin, and a Marvel franchise that helped her become the highest-grossing actress of all time, with over $14 billion at the box office. Despite once being typecast, Scarlett refused to play the game. She revealed that she turned down roles she found 'deeply unfulfilling' and waited for parts that let her prove herself as more than just eye candy, even though she felt like she could become 'irrelevant' at 'any moment'. Revealing she had to practice patience to find her big break, she said: 'I just waited. I had to become comfortable with the idea that it could take some time. Which is hard when you're a young actor, but at that time I didn't have any children.' But her tenacity paid off. Scarlett made her directing debut this year with Eleanor the Great, a drama inspired by her Jewish ancestors and their experience fleeing Poland and Russia. The film, which premiered at Cannes, earned a glowing four-star review from The Times. Off-screen, Scarlett is now a mum of two to Rose, 10, with ex-husband Romain Dauriac, and Cosmo, three, with Saturday Night Live star Colin Jost. Scarlett is now set to star in the upcoming summer blockbuster Jurassic World: Rebirth, which hits cinemas on July 2 and promises to be the blockbuster event of the summer. Starring alongside Scarlett is Wicked and Bridgerton's Jonathan Bailey. The second trailer for the upcoming flick begins with Scarlett who stars as skilled covert operations expert, Zora Bennett. She can be heard warning the others as they head to the tropical island, the site of previous films. Despite once being typecast, Scarlett refused to play the game and revealed how she turned down roles she found 'deeply unfulfilling' (pictured in Marriage Story with Adam Driver as Charlie in 2019) 'The theme park owners did experimental work,' she says. 'Leaving only the worst ones here.' For the top-secret mission, they must safely obtain and bring back the genetic material of the most dangerous and largest dinosaurs the world has ever seen, made even more ferocious after the previous Jurassic Park scientists experimented on them. The group are seen traveling by boat and arriving at the island, only to be first greeted by a bone-chilling roar in the distance, as they prepared to face off 'the worst of the worst dinosaurs left here,' as seen in text that flashes quickly across the screen. 'We've put ourselves in a place where we don't belong,' Bailey as Dr. Henry Loomis even says to her at one point. 'Survival is a long shot.' She replies: 'That's kind of our specialty.' The movie is set half a decade after the 2022 Jurassic World Dominion movie, which starred Bryce Dallas Howard alongside Chris Pratt, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Sam Neill among many more in the all-star cast. The synopsis of the movie reads: 'Five years after the events of Jurassic World Dominion, the planet's ecology has proven largely inhospitable to dinosaurs. 'Those remaining exist in isolated equatorial environments with climates resembling the one in which they once thrived,' the summary continues. 'The three most colossal creatures within that tropical biosphere hold the key to a drug that will bring miraculous life-saving benefits to humankind.' The star-studded cast also includes Manuel Garcia-Rulfo, Luna Blaise, David Iacono, Audrina Miranda, Philippine Velge, Bechir Sylvain, Ed Skrein and many more. The newest and latest franchise film was directed by Gareth Edwards.
Time of India
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
"Got a lot of love to give...": Scarlett Johansson responds to viral red carpet kisses with Jonathan Bailey
Scarlett Johansson has addressed the recent wave of online attention sparked by her playful red carpet kisses with 'Jurassic World Rebirth' co-star Jonathan Bailey , brushing off the viral frenzy with humour and warmth. During appearances in both London and New York for the promotional tour of the latest 'Jurassic Park' instalment, Johansson and Bailey were photographed exchanging lighthearted kisses on the red carpet, images that quickly made the rounds on social media. The two actors, co-starring in the highly anticipated sequel, appeared visibly at ease and affectionate during the events. Meanwhile, in a recent interview, Johansson said, "He's a lovable guy, what can I say? I don't know, we're friendly people," as quoted by The Hollywood Reporter. The actress also said, "Nothing surprises me these days," adding, "But yeah, I've got a lot of love to give, what can I say?" Johansson, known for her roles in 'Avengers' and 'Marriage Story', has spoken with clear enthusiasm about joining the Jurassic franchise, something she said has been a long time coming. In a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, she called the experience "unbelievable," sharing that she had been hoping to land a role in the series for over a decade. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo "When I first heard that there was a new Jurassic movie coming, and that it had a female lead my age, it felt surreal," Johansson said. "I was actually in the middle of filming Eleanor the Great at the time, so it was a lot to juggle. I had these geeked-out, fangirl moments--but then I had to put those aside and focus," she said.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Scarlett Johansson Embraces Modern Tailoring in Max Mara Corset Top for ‘Jimmy Fallon,' Talks ‘Jurassic World Rebirth'
Scarlett Johansson made the latest stop on her 'Jurassic World Rebirth' promotional tour with an appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon' on Tuesday in New York City. The actress costars in the latest 'Jurassic Park' franchise film alongside Jonathan Bailey and two-time Oscar winner Mahershala Ali. For her late-night talk show appearance, Johansson opted for a coordinated, suit-inspired look courtesy of Max Mara. The 'Marriage Story' Oscar-nominated actress wore straight-fit light wool trousers in black. More from WWD Western Brand Tecovas Debuts New Signature Unisex Fragrance With Ranger Station Cate Blanchett Takes Oceanic Inspiration to New Levels in Dilara Fındıkoğlu at the 2025 Serpentine Gallery Summer Party Why Tennis Players Wear All White at Wimbledon: The Championships' Historic Dress Code Explained The tailored trousers featured a semi-wide-leg silhouette. The actress added a woolen cloth corset top, which also incorporated elements of blazer tailoring. The corset top featured a single-breasted button fastening, along with an internal bodice with boning. The top also included subtle pockets at the waist and featured a couture bow motif knotted at the front. As for her jewelry, Johansson opted for statement silver earrings and a few delicate pieces to accessorize her attire. The actress' hair was styled with the controversial side part, a style having a major resurgence, and her makeup included bold brows, lined eyes and a glossy lip. Johansson regularly works with award-winning stylist Kate Young, who is dressing Johansson throughout her 'Jurassic World Rebirth' promotional tour. Johansson's 'Tonight Show' attire highlights the growing trend for women's tailoring. Across the pond in London, the 203-year-old bespoke tailor Norton & Sons has seen a rise in popularity for women's suit looks and tailored pieces, as reported by WWD's Hikmat Mohammed in August 2024. 'This renewed focus on women's tailoring aligns with broader cultural shifts toward sustainability, individuality and the rejection of fast fashion. As more women ascend to leadership roles and seek professional attire that embodies confidence and style, the demand for high-quality, tailor-made clothing has grown,' said Hannah Bond, Norton & Sons' womenswear representative. The recent rise in tailored looks for women comes after former Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential run in 2024, during which she wore several suited looks, including a custom Chloé suit at the Democratic National Convention. Royal women like Kate Middleton and Queen Letizia of Spain often wear suits by Roland Mouret, Burberry, Mango and more designers. View Gallery Launch Gallery: Scarlett Johansson's Best Red Carpet Style: Premieres, Awards Shows & More [PHOTOS] Best of WWD Lauren Sánchez's Fashion Evolution Through the Years: From Her Days as TV News Anchor to Today Labubu vs. 'Lafufu': How to Spot the Differences Between Real and Fake Bob Haircut Trend: Leslie Bibb, Halle Berry & More Looks [Photos]
