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New York Post
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Gia Coppola's childhood home in LA asks $2.25M for sale
Lights, camera, Coppola! A Spanish Revival gem in California with deep ties to Hollywood royalty has hit the market for $2.25 million — offering not just sweeping views of Los Angeles, but a front-row seat to the Coppola family legacy. Tucked into the winding streets of Whitley Heights, a historic enclave once favored by silent film icons like Rudolph Valentino and Charlie Chaplin, the 1922 residence was once owned by 'The Godfather' director Francis Ford Coppola. Advertisement Coppola purchased the home in 1994. 13 The pool. William Myers For nearly two decades, it served as the creative haven of his daughter-in-law, costume designer Jacqui Getty, and her director daughter Gia Coppola, when he sold it to them back in October 2013, records show. Advertisement 13 The kitchen. William Myers 13 The kitchen boasts a breakfast nook. William Myers Gia, now 38, was 4 years old when she first moved into the home. Her credits include 'The Last Showgirl,' which came out in 2024. During their time in the home, the mother-daughter duo turned the 1,931-square-foot property into a bohemian Hollywood salon, hosting gatherings that blurred the line between work and play. Advertisement Guests have included everyone from Demi Moore, Leonardo DiCaprio to the Smashing Pumpkins, while Jacqui — whose styling credits span from 'The Darjeeling Limited' to music videos for the Beastie Boys and the Strokes — curated a distinctly calm ambiance. Architecturally, the three-bedroom, four-bath home retains its 1920s charm, with hand-troweled plaster walls, vintage tile, arched French doors and a red-tile roof. 13 Francis Ford Coppola with Gia Coppola in 2014. Getty Images 13 The home occupies roughly 2,000 square feet. William Myers Advertisement 13 The living room. William Myers 13 The dining room. William Myers 13 One of three bedrooms. William Myers The home opens onto lush, multi-level gardens designed by landscape architect Art Luna, with mature greenery enveloping a private dipping pool and multiple al-fresco entertaining areas. Inside, sun-drenched rooms and antique hardware are seen throughout. The primary suite overlooks the garden, while the detached garage has been transformed into a guest suite or studio. Whitley Heights, listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1982, has long been a draw for actors, artists and auteurs seeking quietude with a view. 13 A second bedroom. William Myers 13 A third bedroom. William Myers Advertisement 13 An outdoor loggia. William Myers 13 The outdoor lounge space. William Myers 13 The terrace. William Myers Advertisement The neighborhood's homes were originally developed in the 1920s by Hobart J. Whitley, with many — including this one — built by designer A.S. Barnes. Kristal Moffett of Compass holds the listing.
The Guardian
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Mel Brooks turns 99: the comedy icon's best films – ranked!
'It's good to be the king.' Brooks mixes sight gags, dad jokes and Borscht Belt standup in historical vignettes from the stone age to the French Revolution. Results are hit and miss, and the ancient Rome segment goes on for ever, but the tasteless Torquemada musical number is a scream. In the USSR, circa 1927, an ex-aristocrat, a conman and a priest search for a missing chair stuffed with jewels. Brooks's second film, adapted from a popular Russian novel, feels ponderous compared to the rest of his work, despite shameless hamming from Ron Moody, Dom DeLuise and Brooks himself. Frank Langella, alas, is miscast in his first film role. The Kevin Costner school of English heroism gets the Brooks treatment with Cary Elwes as Robin Hood, Dave Chappelle making his film debut as the outlaw's sidekick, and a perplexing detour into The Godfather territory featuring DeLuise stroking a lizard. The laughs come fast, cheap and silly, but some of them hit the bullseye. Brooks plays the leading role in a Trading Places-adjacent morality tale of a billionaire who accepts a bet that he can survive on the Los Angeles streets for a month. This comedy about homelessness bombed, but has a winning integrity and some decent gags, such as Brooks responding to his cardboard shelter getting washed away with: 'There goes the neighbourhood.' With intertitles instead of dialogue ('He is truly the lord of the winos' is my favourite) and a score comprising nothing but music and sound effects, Brooks's meta-comedy, in which he plays a Hollywood director trying to make a silent film, is almost experimental. The celebrity cameos are cute, and Brooks's tango with his real-life wife, Anne Bancroft, is adorable. This Star Wars spoof arrived 10 years too late, but now seems more fun than any of the official sequels and spin-offs. You can gauge the level of humour by character names like Dark Helmet, Dot Matrix and Yogurt, but the cast (including Bill Pullman and John Candy) is game for anything, and there are some inspired postmodern gags. And hurrah! Spaceballs 2 is in development! Brooks, as the acrophobic head of the Psycho-Neurotic Institute for the Very, Very Nervous, is framed for murder, menaced by pigeons and cornered in the shower (by the future director Barry Levinson) in this sporadically brilliant send-up of Alfred Hitchcock's oeuvre. Brooks's penchant for breaking the fourth wall reaches its apex in a scene in which the subjective camera forgets to look where it's going. This shambolic western spoof cemented Brooks's position as the heir to crazy Hellzapoppin'-style humour in the years before Airplane! Cleavon Little plays the Black sheriff (co-writer Richard Pryor was deemed uninsurable) who takes himself hostage, Madeline Kahn does a priceless Marlene Dietrich impersonation, and the flatulent cowboys have earned their place in cinema history. A washed-up impresario (Zero Mostel) and a neurotic accountant (Gene Wilder) hatch a scheme to get rich from a guaranteed Broadway flop called Springtime for Hitler. Brooks, storming the barriers of good taste with his directing debut, celebrates showbiz, revels in Jewish and gay caricatures, ridicules Nazis and has since made a mint from the bona fide stage musical adaptation. 'Goddag på dig!' as Ulla the Swedish secretary would say. We're now farther away in time from the release of Brooks's affectionate homage than that film was from the early Universal horror titles it was spoofing. Too many highlights to list, but let's hear it for Peter Boyle's zip-necked monster singing Puttin' on the Ritz; Gene Hackman's blind hermit; the brain of Abby Normal; and Wilder, impeccable in the title role. A sweet, funny classic in its own right; we shall not see its like again. Unless Brooks announces Young Frankenstein 2, obviously.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Tyson Fury admits he is 'very bitter' about one result in boxing career
Tyson Fury was beaten twice by Oleksandr Usyk last year before he decided to hang up his gloves at the start of this year Tyson Fury remains 'bitter' about the scoring of his rematch defeat by Oleksandr Usyk. Fury was twice beaten on points by the Ukrainian last year as he suffered the first losses of his professional career. He missed out on the chance to become the undisputed heavyweight world champion and then fell short in the sequel. And according to WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman, Fury is not over the second reversal. "I call him regularly and he said: 'Oh I'm so happy, retired, I'm here with my wife.' He didn't hint whatsoever that he was planning on coming back," he told Sky Sports. "He told me he was not happy with the decision in the second fight with Usyk. "He's still very bitter about the judges' scoring and he was very upset but he was retired, that's what he said. Maybe like in The Godfather, the movie, maybe we'll hear him say: 'Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in!' We don't know…" Fury has called for a trilogy fight with Usyk who must first overcome Daniel Dubois at Wembley next month. And Sulaiman would be ready to hand Fury an immediate world title shot if he does return. Speaking to Action Network, Sulaiman said:'If Tyson decides to come back to boxing, he always has a door open with the WBC. He will always be number one so absolutely (we will give him a world title shot if he returns) because he is top of the top. "He carried boxing through the dark times of the pandemic and Tyson is the one who elevated the sport and he's the one who got Saudi Arabia to look into boxing." "Spencer Brown is a tremendous influence, a great manager and now he's managing and promoting fighters. It's a great team so it's a win win (for everyone) and my love and my gold heart goes to Tyson Fury and his team." Fury has also been linked with a clash with Anthony Joshua with whom he has shared a decade-long rivalry without ever meeting in the ring. Joshua has not fought since he was knocked out by Dubois last September and is recovering from elbow surgery. He could return towards the end of the year with Deontay Wilder also on his shortlist of opponents. The American fights on Friday night for the first time since he was stopped by Zhilei Zhang last summer.
Daily Record
2 days ago
- Politics
- Daily Record
Ex-gangland lawyer calls for cocaine to be legal in bid to halt trade in Scotland
A former gangland lawyer says that decriminalising cocaine could deter crime gangs from getting involved in the multi million pound trade, A former gangland lawyer says decriminalising cocaine is the only way to make the multi billion trade in Scotland less attractive to crime gangs. James McIntyre believes such a move would free up scare police resources to tackle what he sees as more serious offences such as cyber crime and high value online fraud scams, often targeted against the elderly and other vulnerable groups. In an exclusive interview with Criminal Record - our new weekly podcast - the 68 year old said:"That's far more serious than people actually wanting to buy a bit of cocaine. "If there is a war against drugs then the authorities have lost it very badly. "If you think you are golng to solve the drug problem in the way that America tried with the prohibition of alcohol in the 1920's and 30's then you are sadly mistaken. "You need to decriminalise it.. "At the moment all you are doing is depriving the public of something they actually want." During a 30 year career McIntyre was lawyer and trusted confidant to some of Scotland's most high profile underworld figures. He has been described as the real-life Tom Hagen, the fictional "consigliere" or adviser to the Corleone mafia family in The Godfather book and movies. His previous clients include the McGovern family - six brothers known as the McGovernment because of the control they allegedly had over the Springburn area of Glasgow. McIntyre has also represented former underworld enforcer-turned-author Paul Ferris. He added "If I want to have a glass of wine then I am not going to stop because the government says I can't. "We are denying a fact that people want recreational drugs. "I have nothing against the gangs because all they are dolng is meeting a demand from the public "I don't blame them for stepping into the gap." The former criminal lawyer continued:"There is a lot of talk just now about drugs which I find to be hypocritical. " Cocaine is rife in the film, music and entertainment industry but no one ever seems to be prosecuted. "However the person who supplies them can end up in prison. "That does not seem to be fair. "Cocaine is so wide spread, it is not going to get any better. You need to decriminalise it. "Whether you like it or not the so called so called organised crime groups are only meeting a demand from the public for drugs" Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. In 1995 McIntyre represented Thomas McGovern, then 28, who was accused of shooting dead a man outside the Ashfield Bar in Springburn. He walked free from the High Court when a key witness said he was not the man she saw do the shooting. McIntyre also represented youngest brother Paul, then 16, who was convicted in 1990 of murdering a school janitor in Springburn and sentenced to life. A third brother Tony McGovern, was shot dead outside the New Morven bar in Balornock, Glasgow, in 2000 and James attended his funeral. In November 1997 McIntyre received a three-year sentence at the High Court in Glasgow for a firearms find at his home in Linlithgow, West Lothian which marked the end of his legal career. The lawyer had claimed they were being held for a client who wanted them given to a police gun amnesty. Four years earlier McIntyre was also the target of a failed underworld hit in his offices close to the High Court in Glasgow when he was stabbed several times. Though he knew the identity of his assailant he has has never given the name to police. Since his release from prison in 1999 the grandfather has used his real-life experiences to become a successful writer for TV shows like EastEnders, New City Law and Taggart. He has also written more than 80 episodes of River City, including for Frank Gallagher, who plays gangster Lenny Murdoch. In 2023 McIntyre brought out a book on his life Jimmy Two Guns, the Life and Crimes of a Gangland Lawyer. However the man who led the fight against drugs and organised crime in Scotland for three years is against decriminalisation and he does not believe it will reduce crime. Graeme Pearson was Director General of the Scottish Crime and Drug Enforcement Agency between 2004 and 2007 and is a former Labour MSP and justice spokesman. He said:"The problem with drugs is the impact it has on the individuals health. "If you allow people to access drugs or encourage people to access drugs you are going to end up with more upset in the community and more violence because of the drugs impact on the individual. You will also have the mental health issues that come along with it. " Decriminalisation doesn't deal with the underlying issue of drug abuse." Mr Pearson added:"We have legal alcohol but still have bootleg booze flooding into the country because it is cheaper. "That's what criminals would do with drugs. "We have enough problems in Scottish communities with alcohol and tobacco. Who would want to legalise or decriminalise drugs?. "It's the last thing you want to introduce into your family environment."
New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
How much are tickets to see Francis Ford Coppola discuss ‘Megalopolis' live?
Vivid Seats is the New York Post's official ticketing partner. We may receive revenue from this partnership for sharing this content and/or when you make a purchase. Featured pricing is subject to change. Following the theatrical release of 2024's 'Megalopolis,' the film somehow ceased to exist. Francis Ford Coppola's latest — his 23rd feature-length directorial effort and first since 2011 — did not hit streaming services. No physical media hit shelves. It seemed as if you missed the movie at the multiplex, you were out of luck. However, now a little less than a year later, we're starting to see why. The 86-year-old auteur recently announced he's striking out on a six-show 'Megalopolis' tour where he'll screen and discuss the divisive yet rewarding, challenging yet invigorating film live. 'This is the way 'Megalopolis' was meant to be seen, in a large venue, with a crowd and followed by intense interactive discussions about the future,' Coppola shared via Instagram. 'I'm bringing 'Megalopolis' to unique theatres in select cities across the country. Following the screenings, I will lead an interactive conversation about the future of humanity, along with a live audience Q&A.' On the brief trek, the Hofstra grad is set to make two New York and New Jersey stops to chat about the film that tells the story of an 'alternate United States' called New Rome where plans to build 'Megalopolis,' a utopian urbanist community is proposed. First, he'll hit Red Bank, NJ's Count Basie Center on Sunday, July 20. Soon after, the visionary behind 'The Godfather,' 'The Conversation,' 'Apocalypse Now' and 'The Outsiders' swings into Port Chester, NY's Capitol Theatre on Wednesday, July 23. If you want to be there to catch the cinema icon/American Zoetrope founder talk about the heady flick (which stars Adam Driver, Aubrey Plaza, Dustin Hoffman, Laurence Fishburne, Shia LaBeouf and so, so, so many more), tickets can be scooped up for most shows as of today. At the time of publication, the lowest price we could find on tickets for any one show was $55 including fees on Vivid Seats. Other shows start anywhere from $60 to $90 including fees. Not bad to see a one-of-a-kind, larger-than-life artist live. For more information, our team has everything you need to know and more about Francis Ford Coppola's 'Megalopolis' tour live. All prices listed above are subject to fluctuation. Francis Ford Coppola tour schedule 2025 A complete calendar including all tour dates, venues and links to the cheapest tickets available can be found below. Francis Ford Coppola tour dates Ticket prices start at July 20 at the Count Basie Center in Red Bank, NJ $60 (including fees) July 23 at the Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, NY $82 (including fees) July 25 at the Chicago Theatre in Chicago, IL $70 (including fees) July 27 at the Paramount Theatre in Denver, CO $55 (including fees) July 29 at the Texas Theatre in Dallas, TX N/A Aug. 1 at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, CA $90 (including fees) (Note: The New York Post confirmed all above prices at the publication time. All prices are in US dollars, subject to fluctuation and, if it isn't noted, will include additional fees at checkout.) Vivid Seats is a verified secondary market ticketing platform, and prices may be higher or lower than face value, depending on demand. They offer a 100% buyer guarantee that states your transaction will be safe and secure and your tickets will be delivered prior to the event. Still curious about Vivid Seats? You can find an article from their team about why the company is legit here. 'Megalopolis' trailer Didn't catch 'Megalopolis' on its initial run and can't quite recall the film's striking look, epic scope or moody tone? Take a look at the visually sumptuous, gripping trailer right here, right now: Film stars on tour in 2025 A handful of silver screen heroes are also going the Q&A route these next few months. Here are just five of our favorites you won't want to miss live. • Cary Elwes with 'The Princess Bride' • John Cusack with 'High Fidelity' or 'Say Anything' • William Shatner with 'Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan' • Chevy Chase with 'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' • John Waters Want to catch a concert too? Take a look at our list of all the biggest artists on tour in 2025 to find the show for you. This article was written by Matt Levy, New York Post live events reporter. Levy stays up-to-date on all the latest tour announcements from your favorite musical artists and comedians, as well as Broadway openings, sporting events and more live shows – and finds great ticket prices online. Since he started his tenure at the Post in 2022, Levy has reviewed a Bruce Springsteen concert and interviewed Melissa Villaseñor of SNL fame, to name a few. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change
