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culture1 year ago

"Love and Fasting: When Valentine's Day Collides with Ash Wednesday"

This year, Valentine's Day coincides with Ash Wednesday, a day of penitence and fasting in the Catholic tradition. For practicing Catholics, this presents a unique challenge as the day of love and indulgence clashes with the solemn reminder of human mortality. Many are navigating this juxtaposition by preparing for Valentine's Day celebrations while also making sacrifices for Lent, such as giving up sweets. The convergence of these two observances prompts reflection on the contrast between romantic love and the solemnity of the Lenten season.

via The New York Times|
#ash-wednesday#catholicism#culture
entertainment2 years ago

"Elizabeth Olsen and Meghann Fahy Discuss White Lotus Surprises and Unforgivable Acts"

Elizabeth Olsen and Meghann Fahy discuss their nuanced performances in "Love & Death" and "The White Lotus," respectively. Olsen portrays Candy Montgomery, a housewife on trial for murdering her lover's wife, while Fahy plays Daphne, a woman on a luxury vacation whose relationships with her husband and friends become increasingly tense. The actresses discuss their characters' complexities and the challenges of portraying them.

via Variety|
#elizabeth-olsen#emmy-awards#entertainment
television2 years ago

Exploring the Complexities of Love and Death in the Finale of 'Love & Death'

Lesli Linka Glatter, the director of the HBO limited series "Love & Death," discusses the emotional and intense experience of filming the recreation of Betty Gore's murder. Glatter explains the decision to hold back most of the murder scene until the finale, putting the audience in Candy Montgomery's shoes. She also weighs in on the trial and aftermath, the portrayal of both Candy and Betty as fully formed characters, and the inexplicable nature of the human condition.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#elizabeth-olsen#lesli-linka-glatter#lily-rabe
entertainment2 years ago

Uncovering the Truth: The Finale of 'Love & Death'

Director and executive producer Lesli Linka Glatter was drawn to the story of Candy Montgomery in Love & Death because it was character-driven and felt stranger than fiction. She and writer David E. Kelley worked together for the first time on the project, and it was important to them to bring authenticity to the true story. Elizabeth Olsen was the first choice for the role of Candy, and Lesli praised her ability to let viewers in behind her eyes and explore the human condition. The creators also wanted to flesh out all of the characters and their relationships, and the first scenes filmed were the big church, picnic, and choir moments to bond the cast.

via BuzzFeed|
#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment#hbo
entertainment2 years ago

Unraveling Truths and Mysteries in Love & Death: A Recap.

Elizabeth Olsen discusses her role as Candy Montgomery in the HBO Max limited series "Love & Death," which explores the true-crime story of the Texas housewife who killed her friend with an ax in 1980. Olsen talks about the character's relatable qualities, the decision to not reach out to the real-life Candy for the role, and how the experience impacted her interest in continuing to play in the Marvel world. The series is a character study that delves into Candy's psyche and the events leading up to the murder.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#david-e-kelley#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

The Complexities of 'Love & Death': A Recap and Review.

Elizabeth Olsen discusses her portrayal of Candy Montgomery in the new true-crime series Love & Death, which retells the story of the Texas housewife who was accused of murdering her friend with an axe in 1980. The first three episodes of the seven-part series are now streaming on Max, with the remaining four dropping weekly on Thursdays. Olsen defends Montgomery in the series, while also acknowledging the tragedy of the situation. The show's director, Lesli Linka Glatter, hopes the series will help answer questions that still remain about the case.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#candy-montgomery#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment
tv-news2 years ago

Uncovering the Truth Behind HBO Max's Love & Death.

The cast and crew of Max's Love & Death gathered to celebrate the series premiere. The show is based on the true story of Candy Montgomery, a 1980s housewife accused of the brutal axe murder of her friend Betty Gore. This comes a year after Hulu's adaptation of the same tale. Director Lesli Linka Glatter said it was a big surprise to learn that they were telling the same story, but they trusted the way they were telling it. Elizabeth Olsen stars as Candy, and her castmates praised her performance. The first three episodes of Love & Death are now streaming on Max.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#elizabeth-olsen#hulu#love-and-death
entertainment2 years ago

"Elizabeth Olsen doubts real-life Candy Montgomery will watch 'Love & Death' series"

Elizabeth Olsen, star of HBO Max's Love & Death, doesn't expect the real-life subject of the show, Candy Montgomery, to watch it. Montgomery was tried and acquitted of murdering her lover's wife in 1980. Love & Death is the second series to dramatize the case, and Montgomery reportedly hasn't addressed either show in the press. Olsen says the show humanizes the experience for all involved, while director Lesli Linka Glatter says they wanted to avoid glorifying or vilifying the characters. Love & Death is streaming now on HBO Max.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment#hbo-max
entertainment2 years ago

Elizabeth Olsen and Lily Rabe shine in Love & Death's harrowing axe murder scene.

Elizabeth Olsen and Jesse Plemons star in the upcoming HBO Max true-crime drama "Love & Death," based on the story of Texas housewife Candy Montgomery, who was accused of ax-murdering her friend Betty Gore in 1980 after having an affair with Betty's husband, Allan. The miniseries premieres on April 27 and is written by David E. Kelley. Olsen and Plemons play the lead roles and have several intimate scenes together. The actors discuss their characters' motivations and the emotional toll of the story.

via New York Post |
#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment#hbo-max
entertainment2 years ago

Exploring the Dark Themes of 'Love & Death' in Review and Recap.

"Love & Death" is another version of the true-crime story of Candy Montgomery, who killed Betty Gore with an axe in 1980. The mini-series works primarily because of its talented cast, particularly Elizabeth Olsen's mesmerizing performance as Montgomery. The storytelling leaves something to be desired, but the courtroom scenes and Tom Pelphrey's excellent portrayal of Montgomery's attorney are highlights. The mini-series shifts the focus to Montgomery's affair with Allan Gore, played by Jesse Plemons, and Olsen's performance forces viewers to question how much they should like, forgive, or understand Montgomery.

via Roger Ebert|
#david-e-kelley#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Elizabeth Olsen's Red Carpet Looks Steal the Show at 'Love & Death' Premiere.

Elizabeth Olsen, Kirsten Dunst, and Ashley Benson attended the LA premiere of their new limited series Love & Death. Olsen stunned in a crimson Givenchy gown, while Dunst kept it simple in a spaghetti strap dress and Benson rocked a skintight turtleneck minidress. Kaley Cuoco and her partner Tom Pelphrey, who welcomed their first child last month, also attended. The limited HBO show will recount the gruesome murder of small-town Texas housewife Betty Gore, played by Lily Rabe, whose husband was having an affair with her killer — friend and neighbor, Candy Montgomery (Olsen).

via Daily Mail|
#ashley-benson#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Unraveling the Dark Mysteries of 'Love & Death'

"Love & Death," a new true-crime docudrama on HBO Max, joins a recent crop of fact-based series about women who kill or who kill by proxy. The show is based on the story of Candy Montgomery, a Texas mother of two who killed her friend with an ax in 1980. The series, along with others like "Candy" and "The Act," explores the unique appeal and horror of female killers, who are typically middle-class and white. Women's fascination with true crime is attributed to both thrill-seeking and protective vigilance. The show reinforces gender difference and common beliefs about the gender binary, while also suggesting that anyone is capable of committing murder.

via The New York Times|
#candy-montgomery#entertainment#hbo-max
entertainment2 years ago

Elizabeth Olsen shines in 'Love & Death' despite familiar territory.

HBO Max's new miniseries Love & Death, starring Elizabeth Olsen, tells the true story of a Texas housewife who killed her friend with an axe in 1980. While the performances are strong, the show fails to offer any new insights or perspectives on the case, and feels redundant compared to the recent Hulu miniseries Candy. Love & Death tilts the narrative entirely toward the killer, Candy, and does a disservice to the victim and the storytelling as a whole.

via Rolling Stone|
#elizabeth-olsen#entertainment#hbo-max
television2 years ago

'Love & Death' Struggles to Bring New Perspective to Candy Montgomery Case: Review

HBO Max's Love & Death, a seven-part miniseries, chronicles the notorious Candy Montgomery case, in which a Texas housewife (played by Elizabeth Olsen) brutally murders her friend with an axe. While the show offers a more restrained and empathetic tone than Hulu's Candy, it still falls short in shedding light on the central case. The series focuses on Candy's perspective, leaving little insight into the victim's motivations. Despite some fine lead performances, Love & Death ultimately offers frustratingly little insight into the case.

via Hollywood Reporter|
#elizabeth-olsen#hbo-max#jesse-plemons
entertainment2 years ago

Tom Pelphrey shares glimpse into life with Kaley Cuoco and newborn daughter.

Tom Pelphrey, who stars in the upcoming HBO Max series Love & Death, opened up about his "miracle" life with partner Kaley Cuoco and their newborn daughter Matilda. The actor said he's found joy in being a new dad and has even become a bit of a homebody. Despite his initial nervousness, Tom said he felt comfortable and natural caring for his daughter and is excited to continue this new chapter in his life.

via E! NEWS|
#entertainment#fatherhood#kaley-cuoco