Culture Feature

14 Celebrity Endorsements That No One Asked For

Not every endorsement is about a paycheck.

George Clooney on His Twins Speaking Italian, Quarantine Cooking & He Cuts His Hair with a Flowbee!

The world of celebrity endorsement makes for some strange spectacles.

From Penelope Cruz dressed as Mario, to Snoop Dogg rapping about Hot Pockets, it sometimes seems like celebrity's will back any brand that offers them a paycheck. But that's not the case with the celebrities on this list.

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Film Features

Anne Hathaway's "Witches" Apology, and the Problem with Body Horror

Is it even possible to separate what is frightening and disturbing from what is harmful and offensive?

The Witches - Official Trailer

On Thursday Anne Hathaway took to Instagram to apologize for her role in the HBO Max original movieThe Witches and its depiction of the titular villains as having so-called "limb differences."

The movie is based on Roald Dahl's 1983 novel—which was previously adapted into the classic 1990 version of The Witches. It tells the story of a young boy who stumbles upon a convention of horrifying witches with the power to turn children into mice. Hathaway portrays their leader, the Grand High Witch—a role previously played by Anjelica Houston with sinister glee.
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FILM & TV

BOX OFFICE BREAKDOWN | Super heroes and super bad jokes

APRIL 27TH-29TH | What's coming to theaters this weekend?

Emily Blunt and John Krasinski are in another movie together, so I guess working with your significant other can go smoothly?

In Popdust's column, Box Office Breakdown, we aim to inform you of the top flicks to check out every weekend depending on what you're in the mood to enjoy. Looking to laugh? What about having your pants scared off? Maybe you just need a little love? Whatever the case may be, we have you covered. Take a peek at our top picks for this week…

Adventures in Public School

They always make fun of home-schooled kids, but this film looks to shine a spotlight on them...and how awkward it is to transition to actual school. When a sixteen-year-old boy finds out that his mother's teachings have only led to his inability to pass his exams, he must enter the real world and see what it's like to be in the hell we all know as high school. He'll fall in love. He'll try to fit in. Plus, he will discover everything that is a part of traditional teenage rebellion. Get ready to relive all that fun!

Purchase Tickets for Adventures in Public School

PG-13 | Running Time 1hr 26m | Gravitas Ventures | Director: Kyle Rideout

Starring:Judy Greer, Daniel Doheny, Siobhan Williams, and more!

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