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Decades after “When Harry Met Sally” asked audiences if adult men and women can be friends, yet another romantic comedy poses the same question of a contemporary collegiate crowd. However, in director Jordan Weiss’ “Sweethearts,” which revolves around two besties breaking up with their hometown romances over a holiday weekend, the time-honored query waits until the last minutes to develop, while a separate pair of screwball-comedy plotlines haven’t properly concluded. Though the film contains a talented ensemble and compelling sentiments about self-acceptance and platonic friendship, it plays like two half-baked screenplays mashed together, bound by wafer-thin connections.

Ben (Nico Hiraga) and Jamie (Kiernan Shipka) have been best friends since childhood and are determined to stick together through their adulthood, starting with attending the same college in the same dorm at Densen University. Outside of their tightknit bond, however, is a world full of complications, from Ben’s roommate Tyler...

While there are several classic films dedicated to the Halloween and Christmas holidays, those set during Thanksgiving are few and far between. Enter Jordan Weiss’ and Dan Brier’s Sweethearts starring Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga, a hilarious holiday rom com that arrived on Max Nov. 28.

The film follows Jamie (Shipka) and Ben (Hiraga) as they realize, in their first semester of college, that they need to break up with their high school sweethearts Simon (Charlie Hall) and Claire (Ava DeMary) respectively because the relationships are holding them back. Their best friend Palmer (Caleb Hearon) offers to host a small soiré the night before Thanksgiving where they plan to break the news, but chaos ensues as a night of parties, absinthe, drugs and more combine to create a perfect storm of events.

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There are already multiple movies about that first, chaotic weekend when college freshmen return home. And the standards aren’t especially high; the genre includes the Pauly Shore comedy “Son-in-Law” and the Hallmark-ian romance “Turkey Drop.” But “Sweethearts,” a sex comedy lacking in sex, silliness or subversion — just one would do — barely clears the bar.

Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga (“Moxie”) are Jamie and Ben, platonic besties who head off to college together. They’ve committed to long-distance relationships with their high school sweethearts, but soon realize they’d rather be single. So, like millions of students before them, they decide to break up with their partners during Thanksgiving weekend.

After a few listless mishaps, they return home to Ohio where the unsuspecting Claire (Ava DeMary) and Simon (Charlie Hall) await. Jamie is convinced the break has to happen immediately, so they enlist their other Bff, Palmer (Caleb Hearon), to help organize the night.

It’s generally never a good idea, as a romantic comedy, to invoke “When Harry Met Sally” and remind audience members that they could be watching an influential all-time great example of the form instead of one of its many derivatives. But “Sweethearts,” a new Max original, earns its shout-out to the Nora Ephron classic better than most. At the tail end of the Thanksgiving comedy, male lead Ben (Nico Hiraga) sits down with his parents after dinner to watch the 1989 Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan vehicle, only to find the iconic “Men and women can’t be friends” speech hits a bit too close to home.

That’s a question that’s been hanging over his relationship with Bff Jamie (Kiernan Shipka of “Mad Men” and “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” fame) for a while now. Tight-knit since eighth grade and now attending the same college, the two do practically...

Warning: This article includes minor spoilers for Sweethearts.

Sweethearts includes a cast led by star Kiernan Shipka but is otherwise comprised of up-and-coming actors who show their potential. The Max original movie puts a twist on the holiday rom-com by centering it on Thanksgiving a holiday thats otherwise been ignored by the genre. Though Sweethearts reviews are mixed, the movie will appeal to fans of the anti-rom-com which follows rom-com tropes and formulas while subverting expectations and challenging the realistic nature of the genre. The films in this sub-genre have messier main characters, show imperfect love, and have different conclusions about popular themes.

Sweethearts hits all the right notes for the anti-rom-com, exploring two best friends as they make a pact to break up with their high school sweethearts. Part of the reason the movie thrives is because of the incredible cast that creates likably unlikable characters. The most recognizable name is Kiernan Shipka,...

“Sweethearts” follows Jamie and Ben, two best friends who navigate the turbulent seas of freshman year at Densen College. They are dedicated to maintaining long-distance relationships with high school sweethearts Simon and Claire. Still, they soon find that these connections are more limiting than beneficial. Jamie finds herself faking interest on phone calls. At the same time, Ben struggles to participate in campus life while being constantly digitally monitored by his girlfriend.

After a wild night out with their roommates, the two plan to break up with their significant others on Thanksgiving Eve. This is more than just breaking relationships; it’s about reclaiming their college experience and personal independence. The strategy appears easy but proves to be anything but pushing them into a series of comedic and emotionally difficult situations.

Palmer, Jamie, and Ben’s high school companions, who took a gap year in France, weave his way into their journey.

Kiernan Shipka is opening up about her “quarter life crisis” amid the release of her new movie Sweethearts.

The 25-year-old actress, who celebrated her birthday last week, attended the premiere of her new Max movie on Monday night (November 18) at the DGA Theater Complex in Los Angeles.

Kiernan was joined at the event by co-stars Nico Hiraga, Caleb Hearon, Ava DeMary, and Charlie Hall, as well as director Jordan Weiss. The film begins streaming on Max on Thanksgiving Day.

During an appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show, which aired that same day, Kiernan chatted about how she was feeling amid turning 25.

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“Quarter life crisis,” she said. “Let me tell you, Drew okay, I was freaking out before I, I would, I would quite literally just be going about my day and, and then sort of descend into some sort of mental breakdown which happens and then yeah,...

La película supone el debut en la dirección de Jordan Weiss. © Max

Max ha publicado el primer tráiler y póster de la película Sweethearts, una comedia romántica de Jordan Weiss (Dollface), que debuta en la dirección y coescribe el guion con Dan Brier.

En Sweethearts, dos estudiantes universitarios de primer año hacen un pacto para romper con sus novios del instituto durante las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias, lo que lleva a una caótica noche en su ciudad natal que pone a prueba su codependiente amistad.

La película está protagonizada por Kiernan Shipka y Nico Hiraga. Completan el reparto Caleb Hearon (Mr. & Mrs. Smith), Tramell Tillman (Severance), Ava Demary (Despidiendo a Yang), Charlie Hall (La vida sexual de las universitarias), Joel Kim Booster (Industry) y Christine Taylor (Cuestión de pelotas).

Sweethearts se estrena el 28 de noviembre en Max.

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“Sweethearts” is a new live-action rom-com, directed by Jordan Weiss, starring Kiernan Shipka, Nico Hiraga, Caleb Hearon, Tramell Tillman, Ava Demary, Charlie Hall, Joel Kim Booster, Christine Taylor and Jake Bongiovi, streaming November 28, 2024 on Max:

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“…leading them on a chaotic night out in their hometown that puts their codependent friendship to the test…”

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Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga star as high school friends who head off to college and then come to the conclusion that remaining in relationships with the high school sweethearts who remained back at home might not be the best idea ever. The lengthy Sweethearts trailer shows the BFFs making a pact to break up with their partners and the ensuing chaos.

The cast of the comedy film includes Caleb Hearon, Tramell Tillman, Ava Demary, Charlie Hall, Joel Kim Booster, and Christine Taylor.

“Two college freshmen make a pact to break up with their high school sweethearts over Thanksgiving break, leading them on a chaotic night out in their hometown that puts their codependent friendship to the test,” reads Max’s synopsis.

Jordan Weiss (Dollface) co-wrote the screenplay with Dan Brier and makes her directorial debut with the comedy. Weiss and Brier executive produce, along with Julia Hammer, Samie Kim Falvey,...

Warner Bros. Discovery’s streaming service Max has revealed the official Sweethearts trailer and poster, which give you a new look at the movie that begins streaming on Thursday, November 28.

Sweethearts has been rated R for sexual content, language throughout, teen partying, and brief graphic nudity.

In the film, two college freshmen make a pact to break up with their high school sweethearts over Thanksgiving break, leading them on a chaotic night out in their hometown that tests their codependent friendship.

The cast includes Kiernan Shipka, Nico Hiraga, Caleb Hearon, Tramell Tillman, Ava Demary, Charlie Hall, Joel Kim Booster, and Christine Taylor.

Sweethearts is from New Line Cinema, Picturestart, and Dollface creator Jordan Weiss. Jordan Weiss made her directorial debut and co-wrote the script with Dan Brier.

The film is produced by Picturestart’s Erik Feig and Jessica Switch. Executive producers include Picturestart’s Julia Hammer, Samie Kim Falvey, and Shayne Fiske Goldner,...

How do two best friends break up with their respective high school sweethearts?

Well, for starters, it helps to time any split to a holiday, especially Thanksgiving break. Rom-com film “Sweethearts” stars Kiernan Shipka and “Booksmart” alum Nico Hiraga as college freshmen who make a pact to break up with their high school sweethearts over Thanksgiving break, leading them on a chaotic night out in their hometown that puts their codependent friendship to the test.

“Severance” actor Tramell Tillman, Joel Kim Booster, Ava Demary, Charlie Hall, and Christine Taylor also star.

“Dollface” creator Jordan Weiss makes her directorial debut with the feature that she co-wrote with Dan Brier. The film is from New Line Cinema and Picturestart, with Picturestart’s Erik Feig and Jessica Switch producing. The executive producers include Picturestart’s Julia Hammer, Samie Kim Falvey, and Shayne Fiske Goldner, as well as writer/director Weiss and writer Brier.

There's a certain larger-than-life mythos surrounding the first Thanksgiving break of your college career. Anyone who grew up in a small town and survived it will know that Wednesday night is your first real high school reunion, despite the fact that it occurs, at most, about half a year since...

La película supone el debut en la dirección de Jordan Weiss. © Max

Max ha fijado la fecha de estreno de la película Sweethearts, una comedia romántica de Jordan Weiss (Dollface), que debuta en la dirección y coescribe el guion con Dan Brier. Además, la plataforma de streaming ha publicado sus primeras imágenes.

En Sweethearts, dos estudiantes universitarios de primer año hacen un pacto para romper con sus novios del instituto durante las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias, lo que lleva a una caótica noche en su ciudad natal que pone a prueba su codependiente amistad.

La película está protagonizada por Kiernan Shipka y Nico Hiraga. Completan el reparto Caleb Hearon (Mr. & Mrs. Smith), Tramell Tillman (Severance), Ava Demary (Despidiendo a Yang), Charlie Hall (La vida sexual de las universitarias), Joel Kim Booster (Industry) y Christine Taylor (Cuestión de pelotas).

Sweethearts se estrena el 28 de noviembre en Max.

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“Acapulco” Lands Season 4 Renewal

Pack your bags to return to Las Colinas. Apple TV+ has ordered its hit bilingual comedy series “Acapulco” for a fourth season. The Spanish and English-language series, inspired by 2017’s “How to Be a Latin Lover,” follows Máximo Gallardo, whose dream comes true when he gets the job of a lifetime at Acapulco’s hottest resort but soon realizes that working there will be more complicated than he could’ve ever imagined.

Watch the trailer for “Acapulco” Season 3 below:

In Season 3, present-day Máximo (played by Eugenio Derbez) returned to an unrecognizable Las Colinas, while younger Máximo (Enrique Arrizon) continued “climbing up the ladder of success while potentially jeopardizing all the relationships he’s worked so hard to build.”

The cast also stars Fernando Carsa, Alcázar, Perez, Bauche, Reynoso, Raphael Alejandro, Jessica Collins, Chord Overstreet, Rafael Cebrián, Regina Orozco, Carlos Corona, Jaime Camil, Cristo Fernández, and others.

Kiernan Shipka‘s movie Sweethearts finally has an update!

The 24-year-old actress stars alongside Nico Hiraga in the upcoming film and the first look photos have just been released.

First announced in July 2022, the movie has been in the works for two years with a premiere date finally set for Max later this year.

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Here’s a synopsis: Two college freshmen make a pact to break up with their high school sweethearts over Thanksgiving break, leading them on a chaotic night out in their hometown that puts their codependent friendship to the test.

Also starring in the movie are Caleb Hearon, who can be seen in a first look photo as well, Tramell Tillman, Ava Demary, Charlie Hall, Joel Kim Booster and Christine Taylor.

Dollface creator Jordan Weiss will make her directorial debut from a script she co-wrote with Dan Brier.

Sweethearts will debut on Thursday,...

Warner Bros. Discovery streaming service Max has shared a first look at its Original film Sweethearts, starring Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga. The movie will begin streaming on Thursday, November 28.

Sweethearts has been rated R for sexual content, language throughout, teen partying, and brief graphic nudity.

In the film, two college freshmen make a pact to break up with their high school sweethearts over Thanksgiving break, leading them on a chaotic night out in their hometown that tests their codependent friendship.

The cast includes Kiernan Shipka, Nico Hiraga, Caleb Hearon, Tramell Tillman, Ava Demary, Charlie Hall, Joel Kim Booster, and Christine Taylor.

Sweethearts is from New Line Cinema, Picturestart, and Dollface creator Jordan Weiss. Jordan Weiss made her directorial debut and co-wrote the script with Dan Brier.

The film is produced by Picturestart’s Erik Feig and Jessica Switch. Executive producers include Picturestart’s Julia Hammer, Samie Kim Falvey, and...

Max announced today that Sweethearts, its New Line rom-com starring Kiernan Shipka (Twisters) and Nico Hiraga (Love in Taipei), will premiere on the streamer on November 28. They also unveiled a few first look stills, which you can view above and below.

In the film marking the directorial debut of Jordan Weiss, creator of Hulu’s comedy Dollface, two college freshmen make a pact to break up with their high school sweethearts over Thanksgiving break, leading them on a chaotic night out in their hometown that puts their codependent friendship to the test.

Hailing from New Line Cinema and Picturestart, the film also stars Caleb Hearon (Jurassic World Dominion), Tramell Tillman (Severance), Ava Demary (Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin), Charlie Hall (Single Drunk Female), Joel Kim Booster (Loot), and Christine Taylor (High Desert).

Weiss wrote the script with Dan Brier. The film is produced by Picturestart’s Erik Feig and Jessica Switch.

Kiernan Shipka showed up in two very different, very major movies this year, but there's a fair chance you may have missed her in both. Spoiler alert for the first 15 minutes of Twisters, but by the time you may have processed that the bubbly, blonde weather enthusiast was Shipka, she was probably long gone.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is one of the most talked about and controversial topics of our time as it is quickly being developed by organizations like OpenAI, Microsoft, and Google. People are afraid that it will take their jobs and in some cases it already has, it was also a big part of the 2023 writers and actors strike but don’t forget that AI has also been the topic of some of the greatest films ever made more recently it became the main villain in Tom Cruise‘s action-adventure film Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1. So, we compiled a list of the 10 best films featuring AI that show us artificial intelligence in different lights including villainous and sympathetic roles.

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Malia Pyles, Maia Reficco, Zaria, Chandler Kinney, and Bailee Madison in ‘Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin’ episode 8 (Photograph by Karolina Wojtasik/HBO Max)

HBO Max’s Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin episode eight opens with the girls freaking out as they head into their usual decision spot: the ladies room. Episode seven ended with A sending a text with a photo of Tyler, dead. Tabby (Chandler Kinney) admits she thought A would kill Tyler and Mouse (Malia Pyles) begs them to call the police.

Faran (Zaria) wants to forward the photo to the cops but Tabby thinks since A sent it to them, he’d know how the cops got it. Mouse points out that A’s killed at least two people and Faran adds they were all horrible people. Imogen (Bailee Madison) thinks they need to get back to the basics and investigate the sixth signature from the Radley log.

Chandler Kinney, Malia Pyles, Maia Reficco, and Zaria in ‘Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin’ episode 7 (Photograph by Karolina Wojtasik/HBO Max)

HBO Max’s Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin season one episode seven opens with Elodie (Lea Salonga) receiving her first communication from A. It’s a flyer for the Millwood Carnival in 1999 and on the back, it reads: “Meet me in the hall of mirrors.”

A flashback shows Elodie (Emily Bautista) and Angela (Gabriella Pizzolo) running through the hall of mirrors. They begin to kiss and Davie (Ava DeMary) catches them. Elodie backs away and asks Angela what she’s doing, adding, “Did you see that, Davie? How she attacked me?”

Davie warns Angela, “Well, don’t think you can come on to me next.”

Present-day Elodie burns the flyer.

Imogen (Bailee Madison) and Tabby (Chandler Kinney) learn from Faran that her mom’s been discharged from the hospital.

It’s Halloween 1999 and the original five girls are smashing pumpkins with a baseball bat as HBO Max’s Pretty Little Liars: Original Sin season one episode five opens. They convince poor Angela Waters (Gabriella Pizzolo) to throw a bag of dog poop at a house. She’s worried about being seen so Davie (Ava DeMary) gives […]

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Netflix has set the full cast for Social Distance, its upcoming quarantine anthology series from Orange is the New Black creator Jenji Kohan. Danielle Brooks (Orange is the New Black), Mike Colter (Luke Cage), Oscar Nunez (The Office), Guillermo Diaz (Scandal), Asante Blackk (When They See Us), Peter Scanavino (Law & Order: Svu), Lachlan Watson (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina), Max Jenkins (Dead To Me) and Marsha Stephanie Blake (When They See Us) are among those cast in the series created and executive produced by Hilary Weisman Graham (Orange is the New Black). Social Distance premieres globally on Netflix this fall.

Set in the initial months of the Covid-19 pandemic, Social Distance is an eight-part anthology series that showcases the power of the human spirit in the face of uncertainty and isolation. Each standalone episode is told through a virtual lens and captures the unique emotional experience of being forced apart...

Danielle Brooks, Asante Blackk, Mike Colter, Oscar Nunez and Daphne Rubin-Vega are among the cast of Netflix’s upcoming anthology series “Social Distance,” the streamer announced Wednesday.

From Hilary Weisman Graham, who serves as creator and showrunner, the eight-part series is set in the first few months after the coronavirus pandemic sweeps the globe. Each episode is a standalone one that was shot remotely in the actors’ real-life homes across the country.

Brooks stars in an episode along with her real-life mother Larita Brooks and her brother DJ Brooks. Also in that episode are Marsha Stephanie Blake and her real-life daughter Rocco Luna, Misha Brooks and Isabella Ferreira.

Blackk stars alongside his real-life father Ayize Ma’at; Lovie Simone is also in that same episode.

Colter’s episode also stars Okieriete Onaodowan, real-life spouses Heather Burns and Ajay Naidu, as well as Shakira Barrera, Helena Howard, and Steven Weber with his real-life son Jack Hohnen-Weber.

Luke Cage has been keeping busy in quarantine.

Netflix on Wednesday revealed the expansive cast for its remotely-shot anthology series Social Distance, and it includes Marvel superhero-turned-Evil seminarian Mike Colter. Other notable TV vets appearing in the eight-episode drama include Orange Is the New Black‘s Danielle Brooks, This Is Us‘ Asante Blackk, Law & Order Svu‘s Peter Scanavino, Scandal‘s Guillermo Diaz and The Office‘s Oscar Nunez.

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