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If you started watching Shoshimin: How to become Ordinary because of Hyouka , then, like me, you’re a fan of a slow-paced comfort show with mundane mysteries threaded throughout. You’re also a fan of Honobu Yonezawa — the author of the novels. Shoshimin: How to become Ordinary has been a delight to watch despite the difference in studio and direction. Like Hyouka, it’s character-driven and elevates mysteries that would appear simple and boring in real life, but thanks to the animation and cinematography, it’s anything but. In a similar vein, our main characters, Jogoro Kobato and Yuki Osanai, want nothing more than to be "ordinary." Despite their efforts, they’re far from it. In the spirit of the show, I’m going to deduce what makes Shoshimin: How to become Ordinary and its characters so compelling and how the twist at the end makes them question if being ordinary is worth it.

On Saturday June 15 2024, HGTV broadcasts Vacation House Rules!

Coastal Vibes Season 5 Episode 1 Episode Summary

In this episode of “Vacation House Rules” titled “Coastal Vibes,” airing on HGTV, viewers are in for an exciting renovation journey with Scott McGillivray and Debra Salmoni. The focus of this episode is on a waterfront home owned by a mother-daughter duo, which, while quaint, is in dire need of a modern makeover.

As Scott and Debra take on the challenge, they draw inspiration from the serene beauty of the French countryside to infuse the run-down cottage with coastal charm and luxurious touches. With their combined expertise in renovation and design, they set out to transform the outdated space into a stunning vacation rental that exudes coastal vibes and offers the ultimate getaway experience.

Throughout the episode, viewers will witness the dynamic duo tackle various aspects of the renovation process, from updating the interior layout to enhancing the outdoor living spaces.

As the co-ceo of DC Studios and an exceptionally talented filmmaker, it is only natural that James Gunn is a busy man. On top of his bureaucratic duties, he is actively directing important projects in the DC Universe. Since its announcement, fans have been extremely excited for Superman: Legacy, especially because Gunn is heading the project.

Superman: Legacy is scheduled for July 2025 release (PC: DC)

The shooting for the movie has been going on for quite some time, and it is safe to assume that the filmmaker has his hands full with it.

SUGGESTEDJames Gunn Confirms John Cena’s Peacemaker Season 1 is as Invisible to the Dcu as Him

It is perhaps because of this that fans were concerned to find out that Gunn has also begun working on the second season of Peacemaker. Many fans are hoping that he isn’t stretching himself too thin, much like the President of Marvel Studios,...

John Bailey, the cinematographer on Ordinary People, Groundhog Day, As Good as It Gets and dozens of other notable films who endured two “stressful” terms as president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, died Friday. He was 81.

Bailey died in Los Angeles, his wife, Oscar-nominated film editor Carol Littleton (E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial), announced.

”It is with deep sadness I share with you that my best friend and husband, John Bailey, passed away peacefully in his sleep early this morning,” she said in a statement. “During John’s illness, we reminisced how we met 60 years ago and were married for 51 of those years. We shared a wonderful life of adventure in film and made many long-lasting friendships along the way. John will forever live in my heart.”

They worked on more than a dozen features together.

The Southern California-raised Bailey served as the director of photography for...

Six months after going missing in the Mount Baldy wilderness outside Los Angeles, it has been confirmed today that veteran actor Julian Sands has passed away at the age of 65.

The San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department said in an official statement today, “The identification process for the body located on Mt. Baldy on June 24, 2023, has been completed and was positively identified as 65-year-old Julian Sands of North Hollywood. The manner of death is still under investigation, pending further test results.

“We would like to extend our gratitude to all the volunteers that worked tirelessly to locate Mr. Sands,” this afternoon’s statement continued.

Here in the horror world, Julian Sands is best known for playing the titular Warlock in the 1989 horror movie Warlock, reprising his role in 1993’s Warlock: The Armageddon.

Sands played Dr. James Atherton in 1990’s Arachnophobia, also starring in Gothic (1986), Naked Lunch (1991), The Turn of the Screw...

There are filmmakers whose work is undeniably singular, even if you look at a single frame of the film. Wes Anderson is one of those directors. But another would be French filmmaker, Quentin Dupieux. And in this episode of The Playlist Podcast, Quentin Dupieux joins to talk about his new film, “Smoking Causes Coughing,” which might be his wildest, most Dupieux-iest film yet.

Continue reading Quentin Dupieux Talks ‘Smoking Causes Coughing,’ Creating “Creepy Vibes” & His Upcoming English-Language Return [The Playlist Podcast] at The Playlist.

In the aftermath of Shazam: Fury of the Gods being released and performing below expectations, it’s been an interesting journey as the filmmakers and stars react to the public perception. Now prepare for Shazam: Fury of the Levi as the titular star talks to the public in an Ig Live video session. Zachary Levi addresses his repost about Dwayne Johnson’s interference with the shared universe, and ComicBook.com gives us a look at some particular segments of the video where Levi defends himself for calling Johnson out, as some accuse him of placing blame on Johnson for the movie’s less-than-stellar performance.

Levi starts with, “I may or may not have, you know, reposted something in my stories about a story that I had nothing to do with, that [The Wrap] had reported.” Then, the Shazam star appeared more passionate as he goes into further explanation. “And then I got flack about it,...

Trippie Redd has shared the tracklist as well as the cover art for his upcoming Trip at Knight LP. While the rapper has not officially announced the release date, it’s expected to arrive before he embarks on his headlining North American tour, which kicks off on August 25th at Armory in Minneapolis.

Drake, the late rappers Juice Wrld and XXXTentacion, Lil Durk, Polo G, and Ski Mask the Slump God are among the artists appearing on the new LP. The previously released “Holy Smokes” featuring Lil Uzi Vert, and...

Qcode Announces Horror Anthology Series, Bad Vibes, Narrated By Justin McElroy Created by The Edge Of Sleep writers Jake Emanuel & Willie Block, the 8-Episode Podcast Series Premieres Today on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Wherever Podcasts are Available Listen to the Teaser Here (Apple Podcasts) Links to the Trailer Here (Apple Podcasts) and Here (Spotify) …

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Jurassic World: Dominion star Jeff Goldblum has revealed that there are post-production changes afoot for the movie’s plot which are being deliberately designed to make it more meaningful in a post-pandemic era.

Goldblum, who has reprised his role as Dr. Ian Malcolm for the upcoming dino sequel alongside Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Sam Neill and Laura Dern, says that his Jurassic Park mathematician has always been vocal about the kind of scientific outlook and philosophy that has become a focus for many people during the events of 2020.

“There are things that my character talks about, has always talked a little bit about, the fragility of our species and the global cooperation that’s needed and the foundation and science that is needed,” explained Goldblum on EW’s video series, Couch Surfing. “Oh, and the ethical use of science that’s needed to unite us in trust and connectedness as a family.

Exclusive: HBO Max is developing Good Vibes Only, a dramedy from John Stamos, School Of Rock developers/exec producers Steve & Jim Armogida and Aaron Kaplan’s Kapital Entertainment.

Created by Stamos and Steve & Jim Armogida and written by the Armogidas, Good Vibes Only is a coming of age story set to the timeless music of The Beach Boys. It is a show about a blended group of misfit foster kids who form a secret band to escape the challenges of school and the drudgery of their dead-end town, and end up becoming Insta-famous. Along the way, they become more than a band, they become what they always really wanted — a true family.

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” I’d give you the finger but I’m too refined.”

Vibes (1988) is available on Blu-ray From Mill Creek Entertainment. Order information can be found Here

Psychics Sylvia Pickel (Cyndi Lauper) and Nick Deezy (Jeff Goldblum) are hired by a mysterious man (Peter Falk) to find an ancient treasure in South America. As they trek through Ecuador, their supernatural skills lead them straight into danger, disaster and romance. When the ancient ruins unleash an evil paranormal power, Sylvia and Nick must join psychic forces to save the world. Vibes is a star-studded supernatural comedy that features Jeff Goldblum, Peter Falk, Julian Sands and Steve Buscemi, and marks the acting debut of Cyndi Lauper.

Vibes stars Cyndi Lauper, Jeff Goldblum, Julian Sands, Peter Falk, and Steve Buscemi

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To a much greater degree than their male counterparts, many of music’s top female singers have attempted to make the leap into the next frontier: acting. Yet only a few have managed to sustain major screen careers.

Does Lady Gaga possess the thespian talent to pull it off? She already has a Golden Globe for “American Horror Story” to go along with her six Grammys. Now, with her first starring role in a feature film, the just-opened fourth remake of “A Star Is Born,” she’s on the edge of potential Oscar glory.

You could say the true test of potential staying power for female singers has been the screen test. Doris Day aced hers in the golden age of Hollywood, and so, in the rock era, did Cher, after several flubs (including the 1969 flop “Chastity”). Barbra Streisand and Bette Midler both started in the theater but became famous...

Things aren't looking good for Kim Kardashian. The reality star is reportedly being sued for allegedly plagiarizing the logo for her new Kkw Beauty fragrance "Vibes," which came out on Tuesday, July 17, TMZ reported. Vibes Media is reportedly filing a lawsuit with Kim and her prestigious beauty company since they apparently trademarked the logo back in 2012. #Kimojiperfume Coming Soon #Kkwfragrance pic.twitter.com/pfMBpywOi1— Kkw Fragrance (@Kkwfragrance) July 6, 2018 The company is saying that Kim, 37, "has been marketing, promoting, and is now selling a Vibes perfume. The Vibes perfume comes in a bottle that is a close facsimile of the Registered Vibes Logo." TMZ says that Vibes Media wants all the bottles to be destroyed, and they also want damages. Sounds like a mess if you ask us... Kim's rep did not comment on this matter, however, this isn't the first time the mom-of-three has been involved in a lawsuit. She...

Academy Award-nominated art director and production illustrator George Jenson died of melanoma cancer in Henderson, Nev., on May 25. He was 87.

He was the production illustrator on 1983’s “Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi.” Jenson received his Oscar nomination for visual effects on “2010” in 1984.

Jenson began his career in the film industry in 1964 as a production illustrator/storyboard artist at 20th Century Fox Studios, working for producer Irwin Allen’s series “Lost in Space,” “Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea,” “Time Tunnel,” and “Land of the Giants.” He moved to Filmation Associates as a layout artist and illustrator on the animated TV series “Star Trek,” “Mission: Magic,” “Lassie’s Rescue Rangers,” and “My Favorite Martian” during 1972-75.

Jenson worked as a production illustrator on live-action feature films including Disney’s “Escape to Witch Mountain” and MGM’s “Logan’s Run.” He joined Steven Spielberg’s Amblin for “Close Encounters of the Third Kind...

As the Sundance Film Festival’s groundbreaking and technology-facing New Frontier section kicks off its second decade in existence, the 2017 edition of the section boasts its most stacked and varied programing picks yet. The full slate includes “story worlds” in Augmented Reality headsets, projection-mapped acrobatics, a Vr beauty salon producing neuroscience data via the internet of things and a host of socialized, interactive and immersively haptic Vr story experiences.

The rest of the lineup includes live performances, a feature film and augmented reality experiences built to complement 22 Vr experiences and 11 installations, showcased between three venues in Park City. The Claim Jumper will host 10 immersive installations focused on cross-disciplinary story construction, while the Vr Palace will feature 17 Vr experiences alongside an additional installation and the Vr Bar will offer a lineup of mobile Vr. Two New Frontier projects are part of the Festival’s New Climate program, which highlights the environment and climate change.

Top brass at the Park City jamboree announced on Thursday 20 virtual and augmented reality presentations and 11 installations.

The eleventh New Frontier programme includes storyworlds in Augmented Reality headsets, and a Vr beauty salon producing neuroscience data.

Established Vr artist Chris Milk and Aaron Kobli are behind Life Of Us, while immersive journalist Nonny de la Peña will premiere Out Of Exile: Daniel’s Story.

New Frontier will be staged at three Park City venues: Claim Jumper will host ten immersive installations; the Vr Palace will feature 17 Vr experiences alongside an additional installation; and the Vr Bar will offer a line-up of mobile Vr.

Three projects are part of the festival’s New Climate programme highlighting the environment and climate change.

Shari Frilot, Sundance Film Festival senior programmer and chief curator, New Frontier, said: “In an era that has recalibrated economies, redefined social realms and rewired the connection between the individual and the world, we must also...

Top brass at the Park City jamboree announced on Thursday 20 virtual and augmented reality presentations and 11 installations.

The eleventh New Frontier programme includes storyworlds in Augmented Reality headsets, and a Vr beauty salon producing neuroscience data.

Established Vr artist Chris Milk and Aaron Kobli are behind Life Of Us, while immersive journalist Nonny de la Peña will premiere Out Of Exile: Daniel’s Story.

New Frontier will be staged at three Park City venues: Claim Jumper will host ten immersive installations; the Vr Palace will feature 17 Vr experiences alongside an additional installation; and the Vr Bar will offer a line-up of mobile Vr.

Three projects are part of the festival’s New Climate programme highlighting the environment and climate change.

Shari Frilot, Sundance Film Festival senior programmer and chief curator, New Frontier, said: “In an era that has recalibrated economies, redefined social realms and rewired the connection between the individual and the world, we must also...

Top brass at the Park City jamboree announced on Thursday 20 virtual and augmented reality presentations and 11 installations.

The eleventh New Frontier programme includes storyworlds in Augmented Reality headsets, and a Vr beauty salon producing neuroscience data.

Established Vr artist Chris Milk and Aaron Kobli are behind Life Of Us, while immersive journalist Nonny de la Peña will premiere Out Of Exile: Daniel’s Story.

New Frontier will be staged at three Park City venues: Claim Jumper will host ten immersive installations; the Vr Palace will feature 17 Vr experiences alongside an additional installation; and the Vr Bar will offer a line-up of mobile Vr.

Three projects are part of the festival’s New Climate programme highlighting the environment and climate change.

Shari Frilot, Sundance Film Festival senior programmer and chief curator, New Frontier, said: “In an era that has recalibrated economies, redefined social realms and rewired the connection between the individual and the world, we must also...

Top brass at the Park City jamboree announced on Thursday 20 virtual and augmented reality presentations and 11 installations.

The eleventh New Frontiers programme includes storyworlds in Augmented Reality headsets, and a Vr beauty salon producing neuroscience data.

Established Vr artist Chris Milk and Aaron Kobli are behind Life Of Us, while immersive journalist Nonny de la Peña will premiere Out Of Exile: Daniel’s Story.

New Frontiers will be staged at three Park City venues: Claim Jumper will host ten immersive installations; the Vr Palace will feature 17 Vr experiences alongside an additional installation; and the Vr Bar will offer a line-up of mobile Vr.

Three projects are part of the festival’s New Climate programme highlighting the environment and climate change.

Shari Frilot, Sundance Film Festival senior programmer and chief curator, New Frontier, said: “In an era that has recalibrated economies, redefined social realms and rewired the connection between the individual and the world, we must also...

Some have argued that 1988 was the greatest year for summer cinema: Die Hard, Bull Durham, Big, Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, Coming to America, and A Fish Called Wanda all clocked us with genre-bending ingenuity in ’88. I was thinking about it the other day, and I’m prepared to call 1988 one of the best years for pop/dance music too. If you’re like me and worship things like silver anniversaries, hopefully you can make use of this jam-packed list: 10 underrated dance jams from ’88 that will fill your summer of 2013 with monumental firepower. It’s 1988, and it’s forever our girl.

1. Jody Watley, “Most Of All”

A sentimental favorite from the Best New Artist of ’87: Jody Watley‘s self-titled debut album produced five singles, the last of which was released in April of ’88. The heartbreak anthem “Most of All” pairs a danceable chorus with a sad lyric, and for a...

Alexa here, following up on Glenn's Cyndi Lauper post. I've been a Cyndi follower and sometime apologist (see: my previous support of Vibes) since grade school, so Sunday night was a big night.  Now if only we could conjure the perfect role for her to complete her Egot; perhaps Jonathan Demme could harness the power of her marvelous quirk?  For now, here are some Cyndi creations to celebrate her Kinky Boots.

Illustrated poster by Nour Tohmé.

Kinky Boots support at the Keep-Calm-o-Matic.

Cyndi doll art and trading cards after the jump...

Glenn here talking Tony. The Tonys, of course. More specifically Cyndi Lauper at them.

There were many things from last night's show worth discussing - that opening number, the Smash cast all seated plum in the front row, Megan Hilty's performance in the ode to axed TV series with Andrew Rannells (The New Normal) and Laura Benanti (Go On), Cicely Tyson's ruffle dress, the terrible Bring It On performance, the incredible Pippin performance - but one of the most interesting is, I think, Cyndi Lauper now being just an Oscar away from finishing off the prestigious Egot.

Ever since winning the Best New Artist Grammy in 1985 the careers of Cyndi Lauper and Madonna have been intrinsically linked. Madonna wasn't nominated for the Grammy (can you believe?), but these two fiercely iconic 1980s superstars have always felt like competing examples of the fortunes of '80s superstars. While it's...

Back at the beginning of July in the daily Briefs, I started the Official snicks Top 100 Lost Hits of The 80's, spotlighting the 100 greatest minor hits of that decade. The songs you don't hear on any 80's nostalgia show. Songs that missed the top ten, or top twenty ... or top forty, and over the last five months I hope some of these forgotten gems may have rung a long dormant bell, or for younger readers, provided a pop music history lesson.

Here is the complete list, including my favorite lost song of the decade. Thank you for taking this 80's road trip with me ... but it's not over yet! I'll be featuring a new Lost Hit once a week in the Wednesday Briefs, so the history lesson will continue!

Let the countdown commence, and remember ... keep your feet on the ground, and keep reaching for the stars!

100. Animotion - "I...

Birthday shoutouts go to Sam Worthington (above), who is 36, and Kevin Smith is 42. This sentence will be the only mention of that chicken place today.Well, except for this. Days Of Our Lives star Melissa Reeves tweeted her support for that chicken place. Anyone who knows anything about the history of Dool knows about Melissa's ...um, "troubles" years ago, so showing her approval for that chicken place's support for the "sanctity of marriage" is well, ridiculous.

We knew that Sarah Jessica Parker was going to guest on Glee, but it's been revealed that she's going to play en editor for Vogue.Good news for fans of iCarly goofball Jerry Trainor. His pilot Wendell & Vinnie has received a 20 episode order from Nick At Night.After the Regnerus Debacle, Where Are the Apologies? 2012 Olympics: Medals, Results For Gay And Lesbian Athletes Below you can see adorable out actor/activist James Duke Mason...

Last night Neil Patrick Harris hosted The Tony Awards for the third time, and does what he does best ...effortlessly charm an audience, and made a three-hour awards show into a fast-moving celebration of the best of Broadway.

The big winner was Once, which took home eight Tonys including Best Musical, with Clybourne Park nabbing Best Play.

You can see a complete list of this year's winners at the official Tony Awards site, but let's take a look at ten of the most memorable moments from last night's show.

The Opening

"Welcome everyone to the 66th Tony Awards! Or as we like to call it ... Fifty Shades of Gay."

With that inevitable line, Nph got down to business, after the show opened with a number from last year's winner The Book Of Mormon (Hmmm ... Neil dressed as a Mormon missionary. That's got to fulfill someone's fantasy.) He then launched into...

Birthday shoutouts go to the recently-out Sean Maher (above), who is 37, the faboo Ellen Barkin is 58, Selena would have been 41, and Dusty Springfield would have been 73. What are your favorite Selena or Dusty songs? Here are my three fave Dusty songs. 3. "Son Of A Preacher Man," 2. "What Have I Done To Deserve This," and the gorgeous 1. "Windmills Of Your Mind."In ratings news, some Celine-less unnecessary mini-series helped drag Gcb to a series low.Speaking of, "Titanic Anniversary: Ship's Gay Passengers Revealed In New Research."Cyndi Lauper will reprise her role as psychic Avalon Harmonia on an upcoming episode of Bones. I need to go watch Vibes for the hundredth time.Tom Hardy talks about playing Bane in The Dark Knight Rises, and if the ugly mask he wears is a liability. “I think he worried it would be something I might not consider because wearing a mask might damage my career or something.

The legendary raspy voiced Peter Falk has passed away at his home in Beverly Hills according to a family statement. He was 83 and had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease according to The Sydney Morning Herald.

Despite a rumpled appearance, a glass right eye and a quiet voice - Falk was also a fiercely compelling actor who handled dark drama and comedic farce with equal skill. Starting out on stage, he first got noticed for his work as a gangster in "Murder, Inc" and followed that with Frank Capra's last film "Pocketful of Miracles" - scoring Oscar nominations for both performances.

He also worked with John Cassavetes on both "Husbands" and "A Woman Under the Influence", played a closeted Raymond Chandler-inspired detective in the mystery spoof "Murder by Death", and had roles in "The Great Race," "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World," "Vibes," "The In-Laws," "The Princess Bride,...

Today is a big day for Cyndi Lauper. Not only does her latest album Memphis Blues (a covers album featuring classic blues licks) hit stores today, but it also happens to be the day she turns 57 years old. It's her birthday, and there are any number of ways for her to celebrate.

Throughout her career, Lauper has proven herself to be incredibly versatile and adaptive. After spending her youth singing in clubs in New York City, Lauper scored a big splash with her 1983 album She's So Unusual. She presented a unique, impressive style, as she was performing bubbly pop songs while retaining a low-fi approach and a fashion sense that borrowed from the punk, glam and dance worlds. The single "Girls Just Want to Have Fun" made Lauper a household name, and the video (which co-starred professional wrestler Captain Lou Albano) was an early MTV staple. The hits from She's So Unusual kept coming,...

She's so unusual.

It's not just that she has colorful hair and crazy wardrobe. It's not just the four octave range. It's not just the tireless fight for other people's civil rights. It's the combination of all the unusual and wonderful things. Since this is a movie site, enjoy Cyndi Lauper's movie themed numbers on her birthday today. And please note: Cyndi's new record "Memphis Blues" also debuts today.

She's now writing the music for the Broadway adaptation of the drag comedy Kinky Boots (2005). I wasn't crazy about that movie but it seems like a natural fit for a stage musical transfer. If anything it'll be way better given that Cyndi Lauper and Broadway legend Harvey Fierstein are involved.

Cyndi's Movie/TV songs

"Another Brick in the Wall" from a 1990 concert version of Pink Floyd The Wall (1982)

"Pee Wee's Playhouse" Theme Song (1986)... the greatest tv theme song of all time,...

The concept behind ScreenStar and its mother ship, PopStar, is to celebrate all things celebrity, but sometimes things come along from Hollywood that put us to the challenge. One such thing is Tooth Fairy (2010). Look, the world could use a good family film, no question. In times like these, a laugh is a nice thing and a film the whole family can see, well, that's priceless. But, really, everything about Tooth Fairy -- which will open nationwide on January 22 -- sounds misconceived. Let's start at the top. Dwayne Johnson as the tooth fairy? This was the man who was supposed to be our next great action star. He's a charming guy, on screen and off, but Dwayne Johnson as the Tooth Fairy? Next, Dwayne Johnson in wings? Just the posters makes us twinge, while the trailer, eesh, that makes us squirm. Now, Johnson's career survived intact after he sported a...

Alexa from Pop Elegantiarum here to share a turkey for Thanksgiving. When Vibes arrived in theaters in 1988, I was predisposed to like it for a number of reasons. First, there was Cyndi Lauper in her first starring role. In the great Madonna/Cyndi debate of the mid-80s, I was firmly in Cyndi's camp. (Keep in mind that I was 12 years old at the time.) Second was her co-star, Jeff Goldblum, on whom I'd harbored a crush since watching his Seth Brundle awkwardly woo Geena Davis at the beginning of The Fly. (I chose to ignore the gallons of puss he spewed later in the film.) As an added bonus there was Julian Sands, whom I'd also mooned over since he swung from a tree in A Room with a View. Finally, add a zany Peter Falk, pathologically lying à la Vincent Ricardo, and you had the stuff of my cinematic dreams.