Matt Goldberg
@mattgoldberg.bsky.social
Formerly TCM and Collider; still a movie nerd
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Did he repeal the Affordable Care Act and replace it with something better? Did he build the wall and get Mexico to pay for it? It’s a shortcoming of the reporting to be like “Hey, this is just what this guy wrongly believes. It would be partisan to contradict him.”
If you set aside all the horse-race polling stuff in the article, there’s really no addressing Trump’s record. I know voters are treated as sacred, but this is just untrue. He can believe and vote for a thing that’s wrong, but it’s odd for WP to just repeat it.
The one economic policy “achievement” of the Trump administration was a massive tax cut for corporations. Not exactly someone who’s passionate about ensuring home ownership for the struggling middle class.
In 2016, you could at least argue that no one knew how Trump would govern since he had never held a government job. We have four years of evidence that shows he’s largely indifferent to any suffering that doesn’t touch him directly.
I don’t think these frustrations are unfounded, but the obvious follow-up has to be, “Why do you think Trump would better address these issues?”
For nearly two decades, Nevada was one of the most promising opportunities for Democrats on the battleground map.
But at a time of deep frustration about housing costs, inflation and gas prices, recent polls suggest that Nevada could be slipping from President Biden’s grasp.
After years of Democratic dominance, Nevada could be slipping from Biden’s grasp
No Republican presidential candidate has won Nevada since George W. Bush in 2004, but Democratic margins have narrowed in recent presidential elections.
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I don't think MEGALOPOLIS or HORIZON will tear up the box office.
I also don't think that it matters.
'Megalopolis' and 'Horizon' Can't Flop
Box office returns won't recognize the value of directors achieving their vision.
open.substack.comSchrader is still making good movies, but every time he opens his mouth, he reminds you he’s a crotchety ass-hole.
So much about this year’s Cannes film festival has felt ~off~
Anyway, Paul Schrader is there with his Vietnam War draft dodger film “Oh, Canada”, which has gotten a good reception but wow these comments about protesters today are 🙃
www.theglobeandmail.com/arts/article...
Maureen knows that irrelevant idiots with a sinecure gotta stick together.
Unless you’re Joel or Ethan Coen, you’re not allowed to harm Steve Buscemi.
Nine days after the actor Steve Buscemi was punched in the face on a Manhattan street, a man has been charged with second-degree assault, the NYPD said.
Man Is Arrested in Random Attack on Steve Buscemi
The police recognized the suspect, Clifton Williams, when they went to the scene of another dispute on Friday.
www.nytimes.comI'm not saying that there's no value in trying to explain the stakes of keeping Woody Allen at UA in the late 70s rather than having him follow Arthur Krim to Orion, but it doesn't feel all that essential to the massive flop you've put at the center of your narrative.
Had to tap out of FINAL CUT after 116 pages. I know it's on THR's list of 100 Best Movie Books, but there's no momentum to this thing. It's not a bad snapshot of late 70s Hollywood, but at some point, you need to get to the Heaven's Gate of it all rather than tangents about your co-workers.
Rewatching FURY ROAD and I would not be opposed to George Miller making DOOF WARRIOR: A MAD MAX SAGA.
A fascinating tell here is that Maher, who made a whole-ass movie about how he thinks religion is dumb, is totally down with Butker’s religion keeping women down.
wow, notorious misogynist Bill Maher has no idea why women are mad at the sexist place kicker telling us we belong in the kitchen and don't need to use our brains to have thoughts, surprise surprise
For sure. Their conception of women is that they exist solely for the benefit of men, which is so fucking dumb and childish.
I feel like Harrison Butker and Samuel Alito have the same view of women: stay in the kitchen until it’s time to throw you under the bus.
HBO makes a lot of good programming decisions, but indifferently leaving REAL TIME on the air is a waste of resources. There are so many younger, sharper comedians that could do a politics panel show.
Watching LIFEBOAT, and I have to admit it’s pretty clever how Hitchcock gets his cameo in there.
I’ve seen Challengers twice. My favorite film of the year so far.
While I admire Costner risking his personal assets for HORIZON, the trailer is like “Look! I’m still a tough guy!” when Eastwood (who was even younger than Costner is now when UNFORGIVEN came out) used that movie to show the futility of the gunslinger.
You can’t go “Beyond” Thunderdome. It defies the laws of Thunderdome. It would be like trying to divide by Thunderdome.
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Republicans: We need law and order!
*man is convicted of murdering a Black Lives Matter protesters*
Republicans: no not like that
The Texas parole board has unanimously recommended a pardon for ex-Army sergeant Daniel Perry, who was convicted of murder for the 2020 killing of Black Lives Matter protester Garrett Foster
Texas parole board recommends pardon for Daniel Perry, convicted of killing BLM protester
A Texas parole board unanimously recommended a pardon for Daniel Perry, convicted of murder for the death of Garrett Foster during 2020 protests.
www.statesman.comThomas and Alito are proudly corrupt partisan hacks, and you can’t really blame them for flaunting it since it’s not like the Democrats are going to do anything.
I forgot that with Cannes happening we’re going to hear reports on competitive clapping
When it comes to choosing a commencement speaker, colleges take different approaches. One university in New York opted for an AI robot named Sophia to speak to graduates over the weekend in a bold decision that drew mixed reactions.
An A.I. Robot Named Sophia Tells Graduates to Believe in Themselves
D’Youville University, in Buffalo, N.Y., had an A.I. robot speak at its commencement on Saturday. Not everyone was happy about it.
www.nytimes.comA.I. is mostly useless, but it’s great that every company feels compelled to shove it into their projects despite the compute power required is superheating our dying planet.
Credit to WICKED for not hiding that it’s a musical. Still, not sure how many people know that it’s only Part 1 of a two-part movie.
Wicked - Official Trailer
Everyone deserves the chance to fly. Watch the #WickedMovie trailer now. 🧹🫧 Apply to Shiz University at https://www.shizuniversity.com ----- Subscribe to the Wicked YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/wickedmovie TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wickedmovie Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wickedmovie X: https://twitter.com/wickedmovie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wickedmovie/ Official Site: https://www.wickedmovie.com/ After two decades as one of the most beloved and enduring musicals on the stage, Wicked makes its long-awaited journey to the big screen as a spectacular, generation-defining cinematic event this holiday season. Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz, stars Emmy, Grammy and Tony winning powerhouse Cynthia Erivo (Harriet, Broadway’s The Color Purple) as Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power, and Grammy-winning, multi-platinum recording artist and global superstar Ariana Grande as Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by privilege and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. The two meet as students at Shiz University in the fantastical Land of Oz and forge an unlikely but profound friendship. Following an encounter with The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads and their lives take very different paths. Glinda's unflinching desire for popularity sees her seduced by power, while Elphaba's determination to remain true to herself, and to those around her, will have unexpected and shocking consequences on her future. Their extraordinary adventures in Oz will ultimately see them fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West. The film also stars Oscar® winner Michelle Yeoh as Shiz University’s regal headmistress Madame Morrible; Jonathan Bailey (Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers) as Fiyero, a roguish and carefree prince; Tony nominee Ethan Slater (Broadway’s Spongebob Squarepants, Fosse/Verdon) as Boq, an altruistic Munchkin student; Marissa Bode in her feature-film debut as Nessarose, Elphaba’s favored sister; and pop culture icon Jeff Goldblum as the legendary Wizard of Oz. The cast of characters includes Pfannee and ShenShen, two conniving compatriots of Glinda played by Emmy nominee Bowen Yang (Saturday Night Live) and Bronwyn James (Harlots), and a new character created for the film, Miss Coddle, played by Tony nominee Keala Settle (The Greatest Showman). Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians, In the Heights), Wicked is the first chapter of a two-part immersive, cultural celebration. Wicked Part Two is scheduled to arrive in theaters on November 26, 2025. Wicked is produced by Marc Platt (La La Land, The Little Mermaid), whose films, television shows and stage productions have earned a combined 46 Oscar® nominations, 58 Emmy nominations and 36 Tony nominations, and by multiple Tony winner David Stone (Kimberly Akimbo, Next to Normal), with whom Platt produced the blockbuster Wicked stage musical. The executive producers are David Nicksay, Stephen Schwartz and Jared LeBoff. Based on the bestselling novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked is adapted for the screen by the stage production’s book writer Winnie Holzman and by legendary Grammy and Oscar® winning composer and lyricist Stephen Schwartz. The Broadway stage musical is produced by Universal Stage Productions, Marc Platt, the Araca Group, Jon B. Platt and David Stone.
youtu.beI liked where X-MEN ‘97 ended up, which I wouldn’t exactly call a hopeful place.
'X-Men '97' Offered a Surprising Blend of Melodrama and Cynicism
Humanity: can't live with 'em, and...can't live with 'em.
open.substack.comThis is a good point. It made me wonder what the season would look like at 22 episodes rather than the 10 that seems to be the cap these days for any streaming series.
Am I the only one who remembers that the last time they “debated” Trump just yelled a lot and Biden said, “Man, do you ever shut up?”
Anyway, I don’t think seeing two super-old guys jawing at each other will do either campaign any favors.
It's official: The first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden will take place on June 27 at 9 p.m. EST and will be hosted by CNN.
Election 2024 latest news: Key Senate matchups set for November in Maryland, West Virginia
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www.washingtonpost.comI didn't hate A Quiet Place Part II, but my only memory of it is, "Hey, is that Scoot McNairy?" (it was)
Maybe I'm misreading the politics, but Biden wanting to "debate" Trump feels like a desperation born out of bad polling. Biden wants to change the narrative and contrast himself against Trump, but this isn't the 1980s. He's not one debate away from knocking out his opponent.
I’d say it aged worse. At least no one paid money for the Imagine video.
As the excellent first season of X-MEN ‘97 comes to a close, I can’t help but wonder if Beau DeMayo was fired because he did something bad or because Marvel just loves firing showrunners.
While I don’t think undecided voters are going to make a decision in May, this is still just morally abhorrent. It also shows that Israel will face no consequences beyond minor delay when they need to know that they’re becoming an international pariah.
Breaking news: The Biden administration advances over $1 billion in weapons deals for Israel, said U.S. officials familiar with the matter, a major transfer of lethal aid after the White House paused a single shipment of 2,000-pound bombs last week.
Biden advances $1 billion in arms for Israel amid Rafah tensions
The decision underscores that President Biden remains intent on surging arms into Israel despite pausing a shipment of 2,000 pound bombs last week.
www.washingtonpost.comConsider all the resources Google has at its disposal, and that their A.I. still sucks shit. www.theverge.com/2024/5/14/24...
Google’s Gemini video search makes factual error in demo
Google even highlighted the wrong answer in the video!
www.theverge.comMaybe things really are going horribly for Biden in the battleground states, but I also believe that polling is astrology for dork-ass losers.
The latest New York Times polling shows Donald Trump leading President Biden in five battleground states. Nate Cohn, our chief political analyst, explains the surveys. Listen to “The Daily.”
Voters Want Change. In Our Poll, They See It in Trump.
Inside a new Times survey that shows Donald Trump leading President Biden in five battleground states.
www.nytimes.comHow many times are major tech journalists gonna fall for this “It’s like a person!” nonsense?
You don’t have to regurgitate the latest press release from ChatGPT and call it news.
“The era of the detached, impersonal AI helper is coming to an end,” Kevin Roose writes. “Instead, we’re getting chatbots modeled after Samantha in ‘Her’ — with playful intelligence, basic emotional intuition and a wide range of expressive modes.”
A.I.’s ‘Her’ Era Has Arrived
New chatbot technology can talk, laugh and sing like a human. What comes next is anyone’s guess.
www.nytimes.com
I like Hemsworth, but the notion that something must be good because it’s popular doesn’t hold up to the slightest bit of scrutiny.
Oh, look! It’s chickens! They’re coming home to roost! www.classaction.org/news/valnet-...
Valnet Misclassified Content Creators as Independent Contractors, Class Action Claims
A class action out of California alleges Valnet has unlawfully denied content creators proper wages by misclassifying them as independent contractors.
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Vulture Cinematrix No. 56: May 13, 2024
I got 9/9 Correct
Score: 2524
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Cinematrix No. 55: May 10, 2024
Can you name an Oscar-nominated film starring Dakota Johnson or Fanning?
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