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entertainment1 month ago•6 min saved

Wonder Man Reimagines Marvel TV as a Character Study

Marvel’s Wonder Man shifts from traditional superhero spectacle to a character-driven, Midnight Cowboy–style tale: Yahya Abdul-Mateen II plays Simon Williams, an actor whose superpowers complicate his life, paired with Ben Kingsley’s Trevor Slattery. Directed by Destin Daniel Cretton and developed with Andrew Guest, the eight‑episode series eschews mindless action for a grounded, self-contained story that doesn’t require MCU homework. Production faced a seven‑month halt due to labor strikes and Marvel’s push to slow output, and a second season will hinge on strong Disney+ viewership.

via The New York Times|

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entertainment1 month ago•4 min saved

Wonder Man Breaks the Superhero Mold With a Buddy-Drama Twist

Marvel's Wonder Man on Disney+ moves away from multiverse spectacle, centering on Simon Williams, a working actor who keeps his powers under wraps, and pairing him with Trevor Slattery (Ben Kingsley) in a witty, bittersweet buddy comedy that blends backstage life with government intrigue and a reworked Doorman backstory, delivering charm and a fresh tonal twist while still courting superhero stakes.

via The New York Times|

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entertainment1 month ago•20 min saved

Trevor Slattery Sparks Wonder Man's Quiet Marvel Bromance

Wonder Man, a low-key Disney+ Marvel dramedy, follows actor Simon Williams (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) who forms an endearing bromance with Ben Kingsley's Trevor Slattery; the eight-episode series prioritizes personal ambition, auditions, and relationships over blockbuster spectacle, with Kingsley and Abdul-Mateen delivering warmth and charm while briefly touching on the industry’s scrutiny of superpowered individuals.

via hollywoodreporter.com|

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arts-and-entertainment2 years ago•5 min saved

"Dalíland" Biopic: A Glorious and Unboring Portrayal of Salvador Dalí

"Dalíland" is a fictionalized look at the later years of artist Salvador Dalí, focusing on his struggles with producing new work and his tumultuous relationship with his wife Gala. The film is led by Ben Kingsley's performance as Dalí, with Barbara Sukowa as Gala. While the invented character of James serves as a proxy for the viewer, the real stars of the film are Dalí and Gala, who provide tension and mystery to the story. The film incorporates flashbacks to the couple's early years, helping to establish the emotional and psychological foundation for their relationship.

via The New York Times|

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