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Opinion: It’s time to ditch concert encores
'Got to go': Herald reviewer Jenni Mortimer reveals gig tradition that's done its dash.
Opinion: Dying for Sex spotlights an often overlooked role - the caregiver
OPINION: Showing up for someone with cancer can make it hard to show up for much else.
No one throws a righteous tantrum like White Lotus star Carrie Coon
Critics regard American as one of the best character actors of her generation.
Dolly Parton’s late husband, and the ‘terrible crush’ that gave us Jolene
Carl Dean was the inspiration behind one of Parton's greatest hits, Jolene.
The best movies of 2025 so far, according to critics
Our evolving list of 2025’s best films and where to watch them in NZ.
The 20 best TV period dramas of all time – ranked
Telegraph: Historical drama doesn’t have to be genteel and strait-laced.
In Pamela Anderson’s new film the Las Vegas showgirl loses her razzle-dazzle
Telegraph: Is The Last Showgirl a celebration of feminine beauty or a ‘stupid nudie show'?
The Baftas just made the Oscars race confusing
The Brits had their say on the year’s best films, and nothing makes any sense anymore.
How the middle-aged ‘anal retentive’ behind The White Lotus became the unlikely saviour of US TV
Telegraph: Mike White created the hit show after disappointments and a nervous breakdown.
The podcast putting ‘cancelled’ celebrities in rehab
Telegraph: Self-proclaimed ‘socialist’ John Cameron Mitchell has turned to satire.
‘I f***ing did it’: Anthony Mackie on making Marvel’s new Captain America
Mackie struggled to find 'clean Italian food' for a dinner with Harrison Ford.
Karl Puschmann: This is not a heavy metal documentary
‘When we started, the relationship between Government and Māori was okay. That's changed.’
Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni’s bewildering brawl, explained
What started as on-set tension has spiralled into lawsuits, leaked footage, and a trial.
Why Severance star Britt Lower ran away to the circus
New York Times: Britt Lower ran off to join not one but two circuses.
From Mrs Robinson to Babygirl: Hollywood’s portrayal of older women is changing
New York Times: The older woman is now one of film and TV's most compelling characters.
‘Stay with you’: Cynthia Erivo on roles that resonate and transform
NYT: Whether it’s Wicked or The Colour Purple, the star doesn’t choose parts 'frivolously'
Karl Puschmann: Rose Matafeo’s ‘unhinged manifesto’ leads Neon’s comedy comeback
The local streamer starts 2025 with new stand-up specials from some of comedy’s top names.
Timothee Chalamet: ‘Young Dylan was a contrarian. I was so obedient!’
Telegraph: The star of A Complete Unknown reveals what it's like to play the music legend.
Bestselling author shares insights on success, rivalry and new projects
David Baldacci talks death threats, censorship and why books should challenge readers.
Martha Stewart: I had a secret affair – but men who cheat are ‘a piece of s***’
Telegraph: The self-made billionaire served as a warning for the perils of success.
The good, the bad and the ugly: Power-ranking Sam Neill’s best (and worst) films
OPINION: Has your favourite made our Top 20 guide?
Karl Puschmann: My favourite films of 2024
REVIEW: From Dune to Deadpool & Wolverine, what made the cut for the best of the year?
In the new Robbie Williams biopic, the star is a CGI monkey. That’s right
NY Times: Director Michael Gracey hopes people will finally get the British hitmaker.
Shorty Christmas cliffhanger: Which long-running character didn’t survive?
An original character made a surprise return, but who didn't make it out alive?
Summer streaming: Cate Blanchett stars in Alfonso Cuarón’s ambitious series Disclaimer
New York Times: Gripping new thriller looks at a woman whose life is upended by a novel.
'Ageing is never a pleasant thought': Cliff Richard on life, politics and Christmas
'We should simply all get together and say we love each other.'
Why Hollywood keeps casting the same five actors in everything
Telegraph: Who are the new ‘It Boys’ – and why can’t anyone else get lucky?