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FLASHBACK: Colbert Taunts Robert Hur Over Biden Testimony
Stephen Colbert mocked President Joe Biden's mental acuity last year ... but only after the June 27 presidential debate debacle. 'The Late Show' host spent the preceding months pretending Biden was fit for duty. And he wasn't alone. Is Jake Tapper co-authoring Biden book comparable to O.J. Simpson writing 'If I Did It'? @MeghanMcCain explains to @markhalperin why Tapper's name on 'Original Sin' is similar to O.J.'s infamous non-confession confession. Watch and Subscribe: https://t.co/H3ijCS4RsP pic.twitter.com/9iMF6jYpb7 — Next Up with Mark Halperin (@NextUpHalperin) May 16, 2025 Colbert did the same from his CBS pulpit last year after the report's release. “This
Can We Please Stop Cruel Attacks on Older Stars?
Certain phrases are catnip to today’s headline writers. “Breaks His/Her Silence” “So-and-So Celebrity Stuns” “Star Claps Back” We know the drill. Heck, this site has wallowed in that clickbait swamp a time or two. It’s a brutal business and it's a challenge to cut through the digital haze. Some news outlets go beyond these buzzwords. Their headlines dive straight into the gutter. And it’s time someone called them out. Take The Sun. The UK outlet recently reported on an appearance by Journey rocker Steve Perry. The music icon is now 76, and thus doesn’t look quite like he did during
The Return of the R-Rated Comedy?
Will Ferrell may be forever Elf, but the actor became the face of R-rated comedies. 'Old School.' 'Step Brothers.' 'Anchorman.' That epic cameo in 'Wedding Crashers.' And then the woke mob, even though it didn't have that name at the time, came for him. His 2015 comedy 'Get Hard' got pummeled by critics, but not for the usual reasons. They decried the film for embracing stereotypes and 'gay panic' humor. Never mind that the film's co-star, Kevin Hart, was black and that Ferrell's character was the butt of the joke. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEqrpuU9fYI Inappropriate gags were now in the cultural crosshairs. Other
'Mission: Impossible-Final Reckoning' Ends on Sour Note
Yes, we know Ethan Hunt will save the day. Always. Now, the franchise knows it, too. 'Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' is a possible saga capper and homage all in one. We're treated to endless clips from past installments and odes to our hero's unflappable nature. Ethan, Ethan he's our man. If he can't do it, no one can! (Literally) Sure, Tom Cruise's iconic character doesn't follow the rules and ignores his own government. That's all in the past. Now, even the President of the United States is singing his praises. That's fine for an Oscar night clip montage,
Can Ryan Coogler Save 'Ironheart?'
It's good to be in the Ryan Coogler business. That's been the case ever since the director's breakthrough debut 'Fruitvale Station' hit theaters in 2013. It's more true today given the runaway success of his epic vampire film 'Sinners.' The film has earned north of $215 million along with adulation from critics and crowds alike. Team Disney is leaning on Coogler's name to boost interest in its newest MCU series. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpW36ldAqnM 'Ironheart' has been in development for some time. The show, a gender-swapped iteration of the franchise's Iron Man character, was announced in 2020 and slated for a 2023 bow.
How Sam Morril Makes Shock Comedy Cool
When is a shock comic NOT a shock comic? When his lines are so impeccably crafted it strips the gimmick away. It helps if he doesn't embrace the label in the first place. Tony Hinchcliffe falls in the shock comic camp. His jokes at the Tom Brady roast made him a national figure before his infamous Trump rally appearance went viral. The 'Kill Tony' host is a professional offender. It's elemental to his brand and he wears it well. Sam Morril is different. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ql48ga7wk3E He's a more traditional standup, delivering laughs about modern life, dating and sex. In between, he
Kimmel, Clooney Have Some Serious Explaining to Do
George Clooney helped end President Joe Biden's final presidencial campaign with one, withering op-ed. The 46th president lacks the mental acuity to serve a second term, Clooney wrote in The New York Times. He had seen Biden up close during a June 2024 fundraising event, and it wasn't pretty. The media has been protecting Clooney ever since. Journalists refused to ask the Oscar winner why he waited so long before publicly sharing the president's mental decline. And it's not for lack of media access. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_xGciln6mE&t=118s Clooney has been doing plenty of press of late to promote his Broadway show, 'Good
'Snow White' Bombs (Again) ... So Does This Action Thriller
If at first, you don't succeed ... Disney's 'Snow White' became one of the year's biggest box office duds mere weeks ago. The film's theatrical release shrunk to a few hundred theaters last week before its VOD debut May 13. “Snow White” earned $1.5 million on Friday. Domestic gross now stands at $72 million, and the film is in serious danger of not even hitting $100 million in North America — a disastrous result for a $250 million Hollywood production. https://t.co/4fzA5S814X pic.twitter.com/dvgNh7mRjh — Variety (@Variety) April 5, 2025 End of story. Not so fast. Disney re-released the film in more
'Gutfeld's What Did I Miss?' Upends Game Show Landscape
Every August, talk show host Dave Rubin signs off social media for 31 days. No new “Rubin Report” tapings. No doom scrolling or digital updates. It’s Rubin’s time to decompress, a voluntary move that grants him a respite from our 24/7 news cycle. The four contestants in a new FOX Nation game show took the baton from Rubin and tripled his commitment. “Greg Gutfeld’s What Did I Miss?” asks four contestants to live in a WiFi-free home in upstate New York for 90 days. No family. No friends. No Instagram updates. And, most of all, no news updates. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xax7fWnX6PY Later,
Nicolas Cage's 'Surfer' Is One Summer Bummer
The opening credit materializes over a beach and declares “Nicolas Cage is The Surfer.” For a few seconds, we’re toyed with the idea of what that credit promises: Cage hanging ten and shredding waves (a return to his years as a Spicoli bud?). Or, at the very least, playing a lifeguard or the equivalent of The Dude? Instead, director Lorcan Finnegan’s sun-soaked but dark-hearted Aussie neo-noir drama has Cage playing an American returning to the Australian shore of his youth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7Bo6cyfWho&t=3s Cage’s dreamer-turned-failure-of-a-dad (the credits only identify him as The Surfer) tries to bring his son to the beach where
Punch It Films Brings MMA Spirit to Big Screen
'Storytelling and fighting aren’t so different. Both are about conflict, struggle, and heart.' So says actor and MMA alum Michael Bisping in a press release about his new project, Punch It Films. The studio, set to launch at this year's Cannes Film Festival, promises efficient movie making with style (and fisticuffs). The L.A.-based Punch It Films, founded by writer-director Nika Agiashvili, producer John Edward Lee, actor George Finn and Bisping, promises close ties to the 'global MMA community.' The studio's first project, 'Atlas King,' starts production in Los Angeles this summer. Former UFC Fighter Michael Bisping Partners With Storyman Pictures
Bill Maher: Young Democrats Heart Hamas, Not America
HBO's Bill Maher is trying to stop his party from rushing off an electoral cliff. So far, it's not working. The old-school liberal has been warning the Left about its woke embrace for several years. More recently, he's called out Democrats for refusing to engage with their political foes. He practices what he preaches. He's invited several high-profile conservatives on 'Real Time with Bill Maher' as well as his 'Club Random' podcast. Kid Rock Dave Rubin Riley Gaines Matt Gaetz Charlie Kirk Maher's message still isn't getting through. On Friday's 'Real Time with Bill Maher,' the host doubled and tripled
Clown in a Cornfield review
You might do a double take during “Clown in a Cornfield's' prologue. We watch a pair of randy teens prepare to “get it on” when a murderous clown interrupts their plans. Is this 2025 or 1985? “Clown in a Cornfield” offers some nods to slasher-film tropes, delivering a few yuks along the way. It’s not as committed to the bit as expected. That leaves a credible shocker with a likable lead and, of course, a killer clown. Some formulas are bulletproof for a reason. Right, Art? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tBSOKyyZT8&t=8s Young Quinn (Katie Douglas) and her widowed father Glen (Aaron Abrams) leave Philly
Why New Trump Biopic Could Be Doomed to Fail
The 2024 film 'The Apprentice' focused on Donald Trump's rise to power in the '80s. The project earned oodles of unpaid media attention, two Oscar nominations and the scorn of Team Trump. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvPRxy9kmSg All that publicity led to an embarrassing $4 million stateside haul and a global take of just $17 million. That's a box office dud. Period. Now, a film producer wants to revisit Trump's life. ‘Ferrari’ Producer Andrea Iervolino wants to capture the fuller scope of Trump's life in a project carrying a $100 million price tag, according to Deadline. Expect a less scathing look at the two-term
Late-Night Lunacy Reaches Staggering New Levels
Stephen Colbert spent years spreading one of the worst political lies in recent memory. 'The Late Show' host went all-in on the Russia Conspiracy Hoax, going so far as to call President Donald Trump the 'c***holster' for Russian strongman Vladimir Putin. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HaHwlSTqA7s&t=212s Then, when the hoax dissembled in real time, he couldn't even muster a simple, 'My bad' to his corporate audience. Nothing. Rachel Maddow is even worse on this front. She was part of the MSNBC machine that pushed the same hoax on a nightly basis. Again, no apologies. This week, Colbert and Maddow reunited to spread more conspiracies.
'Nonnas' - Now, That's Italian!
Vince Vaughn's motor-mouth routine made him a star. He left that shtick behind in recent years, witness atypical turns in 'Arkansas,' 'Brawl in Cell Block 99' and 'Freaky.' Now, he's targeting our heart strings in 'Nonnas,' a Netflix original with a PG rating. Really. Turns out he's perfectly suited for this tale of a broken-hearted son eager to make his late momma proud. You might wince a few times, but Vaughn's assured presence keeps the story afloat. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDJxJd3FzDY&t=2s Vaughn plays Joe, a middle-aged man mourning the loss of his mother. A nostalgia-drenched prologue shows young Joe scampering through his New
Literally Anything Goes in Dizzying 'Fight or Flight'
“Fight or Flight” is scrappy and so knowingly outrageous, it has a shot at becoming the kind of cult film that plays to a rowdy crowds at midnight. If that happens, I won’t be the least bit surprised. For now, we’re stuck with this gory patience tester that aims to entertain us by bludgeoning the audience with excess. It’s also extremely similar to a popular movie that only came out a few years ago (more on that later). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdsHRpjfqEI Josh Hartnett stars as Lucas Reyes, a mercenary who takes an assignment from his no-nonsense boss (Katee Sackoff) to board a
'Four Seasons' - Fey and Friends Can't Find the Funny
Hollywood is so eager to reboot classic IPs it turned to the most sensitive man of the '80s for inspiration. Alan Alda. The 'M*A*S*H*' alum's 1981 dramedy 'The Four Seasons' isn't on the tips of most people's tongues today. No matter. Netflix still saw fit to hand the film's three-couple blueprint over to Tina Fey. Quick, let's make this a shared universe with Alda's 'Sweet Liberty!' Alas, hilarity rarely ensues. That's forgivable since the original 'Four Seasons' offered gentle laughs between mid-life crises. The bigger flaw permeating Fey's reboot is it takes too long to care about the core characters.
Why Horror Fans Need 'Clown in a Cornfield'
Eli Craig’s “Clown in a Cornfield” is, at first, exactly what you think it is, until it applies a few twists that make it funnier and only a little bit smarter than you’d expect. Is that a recommendation? In an era of most mainstream movies being a sequel, prequel, remake, rebrand or “rebirth,” it’s refreshing to find a stalk n’ slash horror comedy that’s a little bit better than most. However, coming from Craig, who previously directed and co-wrote the hilarious slasher movie “Tucker & Dale Vs. Evil” (2010), which is one of the best films of its type (the
'American Dirt's' Jeanine Cummins Gets Best Revenge Possible
What a difference five years makes. In 2020, author Jeanine Cummins appeared on top of the world as her novel 'American Dirt' neared its release date. Both Oprah Winfrey and Stephen King sang its praises, and her publisher's seven-figure deal confirmed her star status. “American Dirt is an extraordinary piece of work, a perfect balancing act with terror on one side and love on the other. I defy anyone to read the first seven pages of this book and not finish it. The prose is immaculate, and the story never lets up.... On a micro scale—the story scale, where I
Rebel Comedy 'Lady Ballers' Hits Prime Video
It's the comedy Hollywood would never, ever make. An old basketball squad reunites and, in a moment of inspiration, enter a women's only league to compete for a big cash prize. The catch? They'll have to pretend to be trans women to participate. Meet the 'Lady Ballers.' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Py2MzGtmaJ0 The narrative pokes fun at the Left's blurry lines when it comes to male and female bodies. It's also a shot across the bow at trans women competing against biological women in athletics. And it's funny! Except 'Lady Ballers' has been exclusive to Daily Wire+ subscribers since its Dec. 2023 debut. Not
Hollywood Reporter, Spike Lee: Trump Is Silencing Critics!
The Biden administration's war on free speech remains an unwritten story in the Legacy Press. And it will stay that way. Yes, the same reporters who helped cover up President Joe Biden's mental decline also ignored his efforts to silence speech over the past four years. The Twitter Files were only the beginning. And we're learning new details about the Biden team's mission all the time. Rubio uncovers dozens of Biden files targeting American citizens for censorship…https://t.co/QOiIgR9KeJhttps://t.co/QOiIgR9KeJ — Revolver News (@RevolverNewsUSA) April 30, 2025 Now, some of the same media outlets insist President Donald Trump is trying to 'silence' his
Media's Anti-Rowling Bias Speaks Volumes
Two key words help explain the Legacy Media in 2025. Projection and narrative. The latter refers to the storylines reporters enforce with their work. Anything President Donald Trump does or says is framed in the worst light possible, for example. It's why CNN beclowned itself by giving a sympathetic interview to a cartel member. Great piece as always @NolteNC. To all progressives, if you watch @CNN, you are siding with gang members and terrorists. Nolte: CNN Platforms Sinaloa Gangster After Blacklisting 2020 Election Questionershttps://t.co/l3yiUS1U80 — Dan Boots (brilliant/handsome/hilarious) (@newboots1977) May 5, 2025 It also explains the Legacy Media's never-ending assault
Is 'Thunderbolts*' a Hit? It's Complicated
Most studios would quaff Champagne if their new film made $76 million on opening weekend. There are exceptions, of course. Some sequels look to the $100 million mark as a starting point for any Champagne toasts. The next 'Avatar' film, for example, will be expected to make more than that in its opening frame come December. So where does that leave 'Thunderbolts*?' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sAOWhvheK8 The MCU's latest adventure came out on top over the weekend with a $76 million haul. Legacy Media outlets hailed the news as a win for the flailing franchise. The LA Times and The Hollywood Reporter dubbed
Celebrities: Trump Will Destroy the World!
The era of the movie star ended some time ago, assuming your last name isn't Cruise. More recently, Americans began tuning out their celebrity betters on the political front. The 2024 election saw a galaxy of stars support Vice President Kamala Harris. For every Trump-backing Zachary Levi or Hulk Hogan there were dozens of A-listers backing a leader who feared talking to Joe Rogan. The word salad spinner lost, badly, to President Donald Trump all the same. Even left-leaning news outlets suggested how little celebrity endorsements matter in the Age of Trump. Now, some of the most notable names in entertainment
'Bad Timing' Remains Sickening (But You Can't Look Away)
Nicolas Roeg’s “Bad Timing: A Sensual Obsession” (1980) is a great movie about awful people doing awful things to one another. If “Gone Girl” (both the novel or the 2014 David Fincher film), crime documentaries or murder-themed podcasts are your thing, here’s a poisoned masterpiece to watch with your hands partially covering your eyes while you yell at the screen. It’s that kind of a movie. You’ve been warned. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDVBpeLDNm8 The scream of an ambulance siren and the sight of a woman being hauled away to the hospital introduces our main characters. The woman on the stretcher is Milena, played
'Laugh-in' Fave Ruth Buzzi Dies at 88
Ruth Buzzi took comedy seriously. The veteran performer passed away this week at the age of 88. She had unofficially retired a few years ago, but she kept us smiling on social media. I just heard they have a new dating system for people my age. Carbon dating. — RUTH BUZZI (@Ruth_A_Buzzi) March 24, 2025 Her X acount bio cut straight to the chase: 'Love, Peace and Laughter.' That approach seeems quaint in 2025, a throwback to an era where comedians made us laugh ... together. Who knew how Buzzi voted in the 2024 election? Was she Team Trump or
First Look: 'The Chosen' Season 5
'The Chosen' spent the Spring drawing the faithful to movie theaters nationwide. Three separate 'Chosen' features from the show's fifth season crashed the Top 10 box office charts. The numbers proved once more that its fan base will follow the saga wherever it goes. 'The Chosen’s' theatrical releases have grossed nearly $140 million worldwide in 55 countries over the past three years. Now, Prime Video is preparing to unveil the show's latest season on the home front. https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=vV3yE3yx6VbmVdd1&v=1NWkRgoAgGA&feature=youtu.be The fifth season of 'The Chosen' debuts next month exclusively on Prime Video. The eight-episode run will debut in three parts over
'The Surfer' Leaves Nicolas Cage Stranded at Worst Possible Time
“The Surfer” is its own worst enemy. Give Nicolas Cage the kind of out-sized role that nobody does better. Set up a grossly unfair conflict that screams for a kinetic, “Mandy”-sized finale. And, midway through, suggest we might not get what we’re expecting. What’s not to love? Plenty. “The Surfer’s” epic collapse wouldn’t be so maddening if we hadn’t been set up for an epic Cage tale even by his curious standards. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7Bo6cyfWho Cage stars as The Surfer, a separated father eager to introduce his son to the Australian beach where he once made waves. The teen (Finn Little) isn’t
Winston Marshall Brutally Shames Music Industry
The Irish band Kneecap did more than flash an ugly message at last month's Coachella festival. The rappers previously called for the death of conservative politicians, according to reports in The Hollywood Reporter and the BBC. 'The only good Tory is a dead Tory. Kill your local MP.' The trio also has been seen declaring, 'Up Hamas, up Hezbollah.' Both groups have been designated as terrorist organizations. The former led an attack on a musical festival on Oct. 7, 2023 that killed hundreds of revelers. These data points resurfaced following the trio's incendiary messaging at the U.S.-based festival. 'F*** Israel.
Amber Ruffin's Trump Derangement Spikes in 'View' Tirade
It must be comforting to get an invitation to 'The View.' The far-Left showcase spews nonsense on a daily basis. Facts are few and far between. Conspiracy theories run wild. And no one in the Legacy Media will hold you accountable. It's the fuel that keeps the long-running show afloat in 2025. From that perspective, comic Amber Ruffin is a perfect 'View' guest. The former late-night host was slated to anchor last Saturday's White House Correspondents' Association gala, but the WHCA pulled her invitation at the last minute. The official excuse? The evening was meant to be a healing, inclusive
Here's What's Missing from the MCU's 'Thunderbolts*'
'Thunderbolts*' may not revive the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The once-mighty franchise stalled with disappointments like 'Eternals,' 'Ant Man and the Wasp: Quantumania' and 'The Marvels.' This year's 'Captain America: Brave New World' showed signs of life, but its $200 million U.S. haul is a far cry from the saga's biggest hits. At the moment, 'Thunderbolts*' is looking to snag between $70-75 million in its opening frame, according to Variety. That's not the biggest news to come out of the standalone feature. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sAOWhvheK8 Director Jake Schreier's film is free of anything resembling woke. Yes, after the MCU injected Identity Politics into
Jeremy Renner, Joe Rogan Agree on This One Thing
Joe Rogan shared the obvious with guest Jeremy Renner this week. Without modern medicine, the 54-year-old actor wouldn't have survived his Jan. 1 2023 snow plow accident. Renner's remarkable recovery became headline news for weeks, and the star's transparent account of his rehabilitation proved inspiring to many. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FnUS3gfcZUk Now, he's captured that recovery in the memoir 'My Next Breath,' released today on Amazon and other booksellers. This retelling is not merely a gruesome account of what happened to him; it’s a call to action and a forged companionship between reader and author as Jeremy recounts his recovery journey and reflects
'Thunderbolts*' Makes Misfit Heroes Matter
Imagine a group of antiheroes teaming up to defeat a common foe. We've already seen that with not one but two 'Suicide Squad' films. Now, it's the MCU's turn. 'Thunderbolts*' runs with that formula, never forgetting how crucial comedy is to the equation. The results? An MCU film worthy of the brand and two breakout performances by the team's Russian contingent. Awkward! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sAOWhvheK8 Director Jake Schreier ('Robot & Frank') re-introduces us to Yelena Belova (Florence Pugh), a reluctant gun-for-hire as she goes through her paces. The Russian's first action sequence is shot from above, and we realize this won't be
John Lithgow Tells Cancel Culture Mob to Stuff It
'Oh, heavens no!' John Lithgow's reaction to journalists pressuring him to reconsider his part in the new 'Harry Potter' series says it all. This isn't 2020 anymore. The actor will play Albus Dumbledore in the upcoming Max series, one of the most talked-about projects in Hollywood. The role originally played by Richard Harris and, later, Michael Gambon represents a key figure in the Potterverse. Most actors of a certain age would jump at the chance. Lithgow, 79, did just that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCb1sxIKZag Now, select media outlets are trying to either cancel him or force him to resign. Why? The series is
THAT'S Why WHCA Canceled Amber Ruffin
Amber Ruffin got a raw deal. Now, we know why. The far-Left comic was slated to appear at the annual White House Correspondents' Association D.C. gala over the weekend. The WHCA feted her comic chops in announcing her appearance. Then, weeks later, the same body canceled her gig. They failed to share a credible explanation as to why, save a generic plea to bring people together. And, it was abundantly clear, Ruffin planned to skewer all things GOP, including President Donald Trump. Democrats? Not so much. And it's not due to a lack of material. In light of news that
A Reality Check on 'Sinners's' Box Office Success
We need more original movies! Along come titles like 'Mickey 17,' 'The Alto Knights' and 'Black Bag,' and each stumbles at the box office. The first two flopped in spectacular fashion. Enter 'Sinners.' The film's director, Ryan Coogler, previously delivered with two 'Black Panther' films, 'Fruitvale Station' and 'Creed.' Now, he reinvents the vampire movie with a cool tale driven by bigotry, desire and, of course, blood. It's original, and it's a blast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7joulECTx_U Critics have raved about the film, and audiences are nodding right along. And while the film's price tag is a hefty $90 million that shouldn't be
Tony Todd Pumped Life into 'Night of the Living Dead' Remake
The recent passing of character actor Tony Todd brings to mind just how fully he established himself in the horror genre. Despite roles in films like “Platoon” (1986) and “Colors,” Todd became a household name after he played the title role in Bernard Rose’s “Candyman” (1992) and its sequels, as well as the cryptic, commanding Bludworth in the “Final Destination” films. That includes the upcoming “Final Destination: Bloodlines,” which marks Todd’s final film role. Despite this horror pedigree, a big one that is oddly overlooked is the 1990 Tom Savini-directed remake of “Night of the Living Dead.” The film marked
Why 'The Shrouds' Is Quintessential Cronenberg
David Cronenberg’s “The Shrouds” begins with an image so powerful, strange and emotionally resonant that the themes and ideas are in place immediately. We see a dead body, deep under the earth, being illuminated by a light from an insect buzzing within the coffin. The body was the late wife of an inventor named Karsh, who is given a window to look at his late wife closely underground. He lets out a deep, guttural howl of grief. This introduction is either meant to be a literal part of this story or simply a symbolic expression of the film’s themes. Either
'Revenge of the Sith' Showed Lucas as His Creative Peak
The architecture of George Lucas' imagination merges in his third 'Star Wars' prequel, 'Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith (2005). Now returning to the big screen for its 20th anniversary, this highly debated final entry in the prequel trilogy has slowly acquired a fanbase since its Cannes Film Festival premiere. The film is still flawed in some ways and quite extraordinary in others. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UnjrG_N8hU The release of the “Star Wars” prequel trilogy, 'Episodes I-III,' was met with mixed reviews upon release and mostly contempt from longtime fans of The Force. The films don't deserve to be treated like