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'Oppenheimer' crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war
Read full article: 'Oppenheimer' crowned best picture at an Academy Awards shadowed by war“Oppenheimer,” a solemn three-hour biopic that became an unlikely billion-dollar box-office sensation, was crowed best picture at a 96th Academy Awards that doubled as a coronation for Christopher Nolan.
The Oscars are almost here. Here's what to know and how to watch
Read full article: The Oscars are almost here. Here's what to know and how to watchAfter a winter barrage of award shows — the Emmys, the Golden Globes, the Grammys — the grandaddy of them all, the Academy Awards, are around the corner.
Taylor Drift and Clark W. Blizzwald take top honors in Minnesota snowplow-naming contest
Read full article: Taylor Drift and Clark W. Blizzwald take top honors in Minnesota snowplow-naming contestTravelers in northwestern Minnesota can shake off their trepidation about hitting the winter roads knowing Taylor Drift is clearing a path ahead of them.
'Barbie' Oscars snubs prompt a backlash, even from Ken (and Hillary)
Read full article: 'Barbie' Oscars snubs prompt a backlash, even from Ken (and Hillary)When the Academy Awards passed over Greta Gerwig and Margot Robbie for best director and best actress for “Barbie,” many saw some the patriarchy of their film at work.
Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Billie Eilish react to 2024 Oscar music nominations
Read full article: Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Billie Eilish react to 2024 Oscar music nominationsThe often-nominated Diane Warren and past winners Mark Ronson and Andrew Wyatt and sibling duo Billie Eilish and Finneas O’Connell are among the nominees for music awards for the 2024 Oscars.
Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? 'Barbie' success and Marvel struggles may signal a shift
Read full article: Was 2023 a tipping point for movies? 'Barbie' success and Marvel struggles may signal a shiftFor the first time in more than two decades, the top three movies at the box office this year didn't include a sequel or a remake.
What to stream this week: Barbenheimer, 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' and K-pop act TVXQ
Read full article: What to stream this week: Barbenheimer, 'New Year's Rockin' Eve' and K-pop act TVXQThis week’s new streaming entertainment releases include the return of “Night Court” and the release of an early K-pop sensation, the boy band TVXQ.
After 12 years, two children and 'Barbie,' Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach quietly marry
Read full article: After 12 years, two children and 'Barbie,' Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach quietly marryGreta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach are officially married, their representative told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
The Golden Globe nominees are out. Let the awards season of Barbenheimer begin – Analysis
Read full article: The Golden Globe nominees are out. Let the awards season of Barbenheimer begin – AnalysisEarly awards in Hollywood’s unfurling awards season have gone to films like Celine Song’s tender relationship drama “Past Lives,” Jonathan Glazer’s piercing Holocaust film “The Zone of Interest” and Martin Scorsese’s sprawling Osage murders epic “Killers of the Flower Moon.”.
‘Gran Turismo' and ‘Barbie’ are neck-and-neck at the box office
Read full article: ‘Gran Turismo' and ‘Barbie’ are neck-and-neck at the box office“Gran Turismo: Based on a True Story” and “Barbie” are in a dead heat for the box-office crown, with the video game adaptation just edging Greta Gerwig’s pop sensation, according to studio estimates Sunday.
Initially delayed, the 'Barbie' movie is now set to be released in the United Arab Emirates
Read full article: Initially delayed, the 'Barbie' movie is now set to be released in the United Arab EmiratesThe United Arab Emirates has approved the release of the “Barbie” movie after a three-week delay over possible content issues.
Mattel posts a surprise profit as Barbie sales fall despite movie hype
Read full article: Mattel posts a surprise profit as Barbie sales fall despite movie hypeThe “Barbie” movie created magic at the box office, but the iconic doll’s parent Mattel is bracing for it to make a big difference in the toy aisles.
In 'Barbie,' 'Oppenheimer' smash success, audiences send message to Hollywood: Give us something new
Read full article: In 'Barbie,' 'Oppenheimer' smash success, audiences send message to Hollywood: Give us something newIn the massive movie weekend of “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer,” there were many winners.
Seeing ‘Barbie’ was the most fun I’ve ever had in a movie theater
Read full article: Seeing ‘Barbie’ was the most fun I’ve ever had in a movie theaterFrom the second the giant Mattel logo showed up on the screen at the start of the movie, till the colorful ending credits, I had the most magical time watching “Barbie” in a movie theater with my friends.
Vietnam bans 'Barbie' movie due to an illustration showing China's territorial claim
Read full article: Vietnam bans 'Barbie' movie due to an illustration showing China's territorial claimState media have reported that Vietnam has banned distribution of the popular "Barbie" movie because it includes a view of a map showing disputed Chinese territorial claims in the South China Sea.
New footage from 'Dune 2,' 'Barbie' unveiled at CinemaCon
Read full article: New footage from 'Dune 2,' 'Barbie' unveiled at CinemaConIn a starry presentation that included Timothée Chalamet, Oprah Winfrey, Zendaya and a first look at ‘Dune: Part Two,’ “Barbie” was no doubt the brightest star of Warner Bros.
This theory about the ‘Barbie’ movie is blowing my mind
Read full article: This theory about the ‘Barbie’ movie is blowing my mindThe trailer for the upcoming “Barbie” movie had just about every thing: a wonderful pink Barbie world, colorful outfits and hair, Margot Robbie and her Barbie feet and Ryan Gosling with bleach blonde Ken hair.
Barbie trailer prompts trend on Twitter, highlighting stars and icons
Read full article: Barbie trailer prompts trend on Twitter, highlighting stars and iconsThe official trailer for the highly anticipated Barbie movie was released Tuesday morning, and fans took to Twitter to add their twist to the promo posters showcasing iconic stars.
Life in plastic, it’s fantastic: World of Barbie interactive attraction coming to Texas during summer tour
Read full article: Life in plastic, it’s fantastic: World of Barbie interactive attraction coming to Texas during summer tourWorld of Barbie is a new art installation that’s about to take off on a summer tour that includes a stop in Texas.
Barbie's friend Ken celebrates a milestone birthday: 60
Read full article: Barbie's friend Ken celebrates a milestone birthday: 60A reproduction of the original Ken doll, launched in 1961 as a companion to Barbie, appears in Bergen County, N.J., on Monday, March 8, 2021. (AP Photo/Ted Shaffrey)Ken is turning 60, two years after his best friend Barbie did. Mattel launched a reproduction of the original Ken doll on Thursday to commemorate his 1961 debut. “I would say Ken is a good friend and a best friend, a supportive best friend to the Barbie doll,” Best said. AdThe original Barbie, launched in 1959, also came in a bathing suit, a minimalist strategy to encourage consumers to buy outfits and accessories.
Barbie releases 2nd edition ‘Dia de Muertos’ doll
Read full article: Barbie releases 2nd edition ‘Dia de Muertos’ dollSAN ANTONIO – Barbie has announced the second-ever ‘Dia de Muertos’ doll, one of the iconic brand’s most popular dolls in 2019. The doll’s popularity inspired the company to start a new tradition at Barbie by introducing the 2020 edition of the doll. “We wanted to make sure that the second Dia de Muertos Barbie was just as special as the first doll,” Meabe said. Artists and designers from Barbie found ways to introduce new elements to the second doll while still keeping traditional aspects important to the Dia de Muertos celebration. The 2020 Dia de Muertos Barbie Doll is a Black Label doll and will retail for $75 in the online shop.
Barbie pop-up truck to stop at The Shops at La Cantera for one day only
Read full article: Barbie pop-up truck to stop at The Shops at La Cantera for one day onlySAN ANTONIO – A Barbie-themed truck loaded with 90s-themed Barbie merchandise will stop at The Shops at La Cantera on Feb. 8. The same people behind the wildly successful Hello Kitty Cafe Truck have kicked off a three-year Barbie Truck Totally Throwback Tour. The Barbie truck will stop in San Antonio near Barnes & Noble at La Cantera from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Feb. 8 before heading to Plano. Barbie truck to stop at The Shops at La Cantera on Feb. 8. (Barbie Totally Throwback Tour)Here’s what to expect when you visit San Antonio-area tulip field