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Oliver Jackson-Cohen Likes to Play the Bad Guy
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Oliver Jackson-Cohen Likes to Play the Bad Guy

The British actor is developing a reputation for villains and complex antagonists, as seen in 'The Invisible Man,' 'The Lost Daughter,' and the new Apple TV+ series 'Surface.'

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Tuc Watkins Is the Gay Character Actor of His Generation
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Tuc Watkins Is the Gay Character Actor of His Generation

The Netflix series 'Uncoupled' extends a fruitful career that includes 'One Life to Live,' 'Desperate Housewives,' and 'The Boys in the Band.'

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'Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris' Belongs in the Pantheon of British Comfort Movies
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'Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris' Belongs in the Pantheon of British Comfort Movies

Lesley Manville longs for a Dior gown in this new heart-warmer, which shares DNA with 'The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,' 'Calendar Girls,' and other charming gems.

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Paula Pell Came of Age with Kate Bush and Orlando Porn Stores
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Paula Pell Came of Age with Kate Bush and Orlando Porn Stores

The 'Girls5eva' star and former 'Saturday Night Live' writer discusses the cultural touchstones that influenced her queerness.

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'Real World' Star Danny Roberts Saw Himself in Whoopi Goldberg and AOL Chat Rooms
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'Real World' Star Danny Roberts Saw Himself in Whoopi Goldberg and AOL Chat Rooms

The humble heartthrob has remained a touchstone for many Y2K-era TV viewers, so here are the touchstones that influenced his own coming-out journey.

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James Scully's Gay Awakening Started With 'Cats' and Brad Pitt's Butt
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James Scully's Gay Awakening Started With 'Cats' and Brad Pitt's Butt

The actor, best known for 'Fire Island' and 'You,' on the pop culture that influenced his coming-out journey.

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Paapa Essiedu Has Received Hollywood's Invitation
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Paapa Essiedu Has Received Hollywood's Invitation

With a supporting role in the new A24 horror movie 'Men' and an appearance at the recent Met Gala, the British actor's star ascends.

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Podcaster Karina Longworth Explains the Women of Erotic Thrillers
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Podcaster Karina Longworth Explains the Women of Erotic Thrillers

The podcast 'You Must Remember This' is exploring eroticism in the popular culture of the '80s and '90s, so we asked host Karina Longworth to talk about a few notable actresses from that era.

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Can Showtime and Starz Become Prestige TV's New Leaders?
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Can Showtime and Starz Become Prestige TV's New Leaders?

With buzzy shows like 'Yellowjackets' and 'Gaslit,' two traditional networks are challenging HBO and Netflix's cultural supremacy.

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In 'The Northman,' Nicole Kidman Is Finally Wild Again
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In 'The Northman,' Nicole Kidman Is Finally Wild Again

Robert Eggers' Viking revenge epic taps into Kidman's weird side, where she does all her best work.

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'All My Friends Hate Me' Is a Hilarious Thriller About the Anxiety of Adult Friendship
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'All My Friends Hate Me' Is a Hilarious Thriller About the Anxiety of Adult Friendship

Longtime pals Tom Stourton and Tom Palmer co-wrote the blistering new movie.

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'X' Is a Thrilling Horror Romp About a Deadly Porn Shoot
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'X' Is a Thrilling Horror Romp About a Deadly Porn Shoot

Ti West's new movie starring Mia Goth turns slasher tropes and '70s aesthetics into something fresh.

By Matthew jacobs