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Avid fans of the Dr. Seuss canon that were excited to bring one of the author’s most well-known characters to life in a new animated iteration, Scott Mosier and Yarrow Cheney set out on a long process of trial and error, seeking to bring a freshness to The Grinch . The third adaptation of a classic 1957 children’s book, Illumination Entertainment ’s latest would place Benedict Cumberbatch in the role of the iconic green curmudgeon, setting out to ruin Christmas for those pesky Whos of Whoville once and for all. Making his feature debut alongside veteran Cheney, Mosier had produced a 3D animated film in 2013— Free Birds , starring Woody Harrelson and Owen Wilson—getting a “crash course” in the form. So, when it came to The Grinch , the challenge wasn’t learning the ropes—it was taking a pre-existing world and fleshing its 60-something pages out, playing with story, character and world design where possible, while delivering fans a faithful adaptation of the story they … [Read more...] about With An Eye Toward International Audiences, ‘The Grinch’ Directors Seek The Essence Of A Seussian World

Raye is done giving a fuck about what people think. After being locked in a cage of her former record label for more than five years and unable to release a debut album, Raye is ready to show the world her star power as she debuts unapologetic anthem “Hard Out Here” with Rolling Stone . “I can’t even tell you how liberated I feel,” Raye tells Rolling Stone . “This video is me done being a nice polite pop star. And for the first time, I’m performing and preparing to tell my truth — unapologetically and with no fear.” Filmed at Henry the Eighth’s old hunting lodge (the King was “notorious for his disrespect toward women,” she says), Raye brought all the different iterations of the artist she was told to be while signed to Polydor: a time when she was to change looks, genres, and identities to fit her label’s belief of who she should be. “I was reminded very often that I’m unaware of who I am, which led me to constantly look for outward validation from people who have no idea … [Read more...] about Raye Is ‘Done Being a Nice Polite Pop Star’ as She Debuts Unapologetic Comeback

Spoiler Alert: This interview features discussion of critical plot elements from Pixar ’s Incredibles 2 . When The Incredibles came out in 2004, it was a film ahead of its time. Marking a major paradigm shift in animation as a whole, Brad Bird ’s family-centric superhero story was so ambitious—in the midst of the technology and techniques of the era—that it seemed impossible to make, even for artists at Pixar, one of the most innovative and influential animation studios of all time. When Bird’s original work achieved huge success at the box office, and built an avid fan base, a sequel became inevitable. And while Incredibles 2 would have beasts of its own to slay—from conceptualization through completion—they were of an altogether kind. Technology had caught up with the scope of Bird’s ideas, meaning that the problem to work out was the story itself, rather than the means through which to tell it. Picking up the story of the Parr parents and their remarkable … [Read more...] about ‘Incredibles 2’ Director Brad Bird On Sequel Challenges, Prejudice Toward Animation, & The Prospect Of ‘Incredibles 3’

A four-time Oscar winner best known for the Wallace and Gromit stop-motion series, Nick Park has an abiding affection for his own iconic creations, often contemplating what the next chapter might be, when it comes to the eccentric inventor and his anthropomorphic dog. At the same time, Park is an artist of diverse interests, who knows when it’s time to turn the page. Winning Best Animated Feature with 2005’s The Curse of the Were-Rabbit —which saw the pair digging into a curious mystery involving garden sabotage—Park saw the opportunity to try something new with his next feature, Early Man , introducing a whole new group of characters and a compelling prehistoric world, which stemmed from an idea he’d contemplated for years. Set at the dawn of time, Aardman Animations ’ latest follows Dug, a prehistoric man who unites with his tribe to combat a threat from Lord Nooth, the leader of a Bronze Age city encroaching on his own. Facing the obliteration of life as he … [Read more...] about ‘Early Man’ Director Nick Park On Realizing Longtime Vision For Caveman Sports Comedy

Rating: 4.0 /5 Star Cast: Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, David Harbour, Winona Ryder Director: Duffer Brothers Available On: Netflix Duration: 2 Episodes / 2 Hours Language: English Plot: The final two episodes take place right after the cliffhanger ending of Stranger Things season 4 Volume 1. Eleven heads to Hawkin to rescue her friends who are gearing up to fight Vecna alone in the upside-down. Meanwhile, Jim and Joyce are trying to find their back to States to help their kids. Stranger Things 4 Volume 2 Trailer Shows Eleven Fighting Vecna, Duffer Brothers To Deliver Action-Packed Final Review: The Duffer Brothers promised an action-packed finale for season 4, while it was filled with some of the best moments from the season the run time was a little dragged. However, it does little to take away from the character or the audience. The showrunners put their best writing and performances forward for the cliffhanger … [Read more...] about Stranger Things 4 Volume 2 Review: Duffer Brothers Have Fans Waiting For Final Season With Fingers Crossed

The Forgiven with Jessica Chastain opens in 122 theaters this weekend as the flow of indie films continues to build with well-reviewed, festival-pedigreed product including Mr. Malcolm’s List and Clara Sola . Meanwhile, producers and most other U.S. businesses are hoping economic storm clouds won’t ding their industry’s nascent revival. “I think we have seen a slow recovery. We are feeling bullish,” said Howard Cohen, co-president of The Forgiven distributor Roadside Attractions. He cited a helpful “knockoff effect” from popular wide releases Elvis and Top Gun: Maverick, where a significant chunk of the audience is an arthouse-friendly 55 and over. He’s talking about moviegoing, a great value for people during economic slowdowns when box office grosses have tended to rise. But down the chain, higher inflation, “while it doesn’t mean movies won’t get made, will affect decision making and things may be more complicated,” said Cohen. Higher interest rates could … [Read more...] about Indie Recovery Builds Amid Inflation, Interest Rate Jitters – Specialty Preview

Cardi B spoke about getting a personal, but still club-ready verse from Kanye West for her new song “Hot Shit” while the rapper was in the thick of a media firestorm earlier this year. In an interview with Zane Lowe on his Apple Music 1 show, Cardi said that Ye gave her the verse “a couple of months ago when he was just all over the media, because of all of the things that were going on.” (Though Cardi obviously didn’t mention any specifics, West’s divorce from Kim Kardashian was at a very contentious peak around February and March.) “I like how his verse it’s personal, but it’s not that personal,” Cardi said. “It’s enjoyable in the clubs that you could be like, ‘Yeah, yeah. You talk your big cash.’ I really love it.” She also talked about her own conversations with West, calling him “such an amazing, sweet person,” and saying she wished more people could chat with him “so they could just see the real him.” To that end, Lowe — who’s interviewed West on a handful … [Read more...] about Cardi B Talks Kanye West’s ‘Personal’ ‘Hot Sh-t’ Verse, Ponders Mystery of His Persona in New Interview

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. A fire pit instantly enhances the atmosphere of any backyard , patio, porch or campsite, while providing warmth when the sun goes down. The best fire pits can also double as grills, say, if you want to cook up some food, or just watch the hypnotic flames with family and friends with beers and late-night convos. These days, you can buy decent fire pits online on sites like Amazon, ranging from top-rated designer models for large parties and gatherings, to casual fire pits for a chill backyard or patio hang. Here’s what to look for when shopping for the best fire pits on Amazon. Fire Pit Buying Guide A traditional, old-school fire pit is simple enough to start, the same way as our cavemen ancestors did it: Dig a hole, line the perimeter with rocks, throw some wood in there and light it up. However, they produce lots of smoke, which … [Read more...] about RS Recommends: The Best Fire Pits We Found on Amazon

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. With summer heating up, and the pandemic on round three (or four? We’ve lost count), a device that can kill germs and cool down a stuffy room is ideal for anyone without an air conditioner. But even if you’ve got AC, these cooling air purifiers are a welcome bonus, circulating clean air throughout the house and even showing you ratings and analyses of indoor air quality as it goes. Here’s what to know about about these amazing machines. How Do Cooling Air Purifiers Work? The best cooling air purifiers do double duty as both a cooling fan and air filter. Here’s what to keep in mind when shopping for the best cooling air purifier for your space. Air Purification: When you think of pollution, the first thought is often from the outdoors. But appliances inside your house produce gasses that can be harmful in large quantities, as … [Read more...] about RS Recommends: These Cooling Air Purifiers Do Double Duty to Clean and Cool Your Space

FRIDAY MIDDAY: Moviegoers can’t resist dinosaurs, and they can’t resist Minions, especially when they’re coming from Universal . The studio has a big Fourth of July winner in the fifth Illumination movie starring the little guys as Minions: The Rise of Gru will see a $116.6M 4-day holiday opening and a $98.7M 3-day after a $43M opening day (which includes Thursday night’s $10.75M) at 4,391 theaters. Minions: The Rise of Gru is the fifth-highest opening of 2022 after Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness ($187.4M), Jurassic World Dominion ($145M), The Batman ($134M) and Top Gun: Maverick ($126.7M). Rise of Gru is easily the top opening for an animated movie during the pandemic and the best for the Independence Day holiday in the Covid era, and it’s the fifth Despicable Me/Minions title to open at No. 1 in U.S./Canada. The sequel also in on pace to be the 10th-highest animated film domestically, knocking Inside Out from No. 10, … [Read more...] about ‘Minions: The Rise Of Gru’ No Small Fry At Independence Day Box Office With $116M+ Opening