Click here to read the full article. Not very long into the pandemic, a collective tremor of dread passed through the movie industry: Was this the beginning of the end? It wasn’t the first time Hollywood had been roiled by a crisis mentality. The most obvious precursor was the rise of television in the late ’40s and ’50s, which resulted in movies turning themselves into over-the-top widescreen spectacles — a frantic race to be big, bigger, biggest. But I think it’s fair to say that for much of 2020 and 2021, the fear about what was going to happen to movies was nothing less than existential. Would they survive? Would movie theaters, those seductive mass cocoons that ruled for a century, now dwindle and die, their marquees standing as relics of a lost civilization, like something out of a zombie film? Would audience enthusiasm for movies wither on the vine? Not because it had disappeared, but because it had evolved toward a new mode of entertainment consumption, a revolution … [Read more...] about The 2022 Summer Movie Season Affirmed That Movies Are Here to Stay
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Roman Colosseum, Vatican Museums reopen to public, but to much smaller crowds than usual
close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for June 1 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. NEW You can now listen to Fox News articles! Get all the latest news on coronavirus and more delivered daily to your inbox. Sign up here. A number of famed tourist attractions in Italy are reopening to the public this week, but they won’t be welcoming the same sizeable crowds they once did. TOURISTS TO ITALY FINALLY VISIT POMPEII AFTER GETTING STUCK OUTSIDE THE CITY FOR MONTHS After closing more than three months ago in response to the global coronavirus health crisis, both the Colosseum in Rome and the Vatican Museums in Vatican City (which itself is located in Rome) reopened on Monday, although only a few hundred were expected at the former, while the latter had imposed strict restrictions on how many guests could enter at one time. Officials were reportedly capping the … [Read more...] about Roman Colosseum, Vatican Museums reopen to public, but to much smaller crowds than usual
Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Saturday April 30
Russell Grant takes a look at what today could bring for your horoscope - and what you can do to be prepared. Aries A talented friend will help out when things don’t go as hoped. Their assistance will come at just the right time. A younger relative’s sulking behaviour will annoy you. It could be they really need to talk and would be grateful for you to give them some of your time. Taurus Something you see or hear will knock you for six, emotionally. It might seem as if circumstances conspire against your plans. Arrangements are postponed and hopes dashed. An event you were looking forward to attending will never go ahead as first advertised. Gemini A financial or business deal could fall through. This will be a disappointment but it isn’t the end. Remain flexible and an alternative arrangement will be agreed on. This may not sound as appealing but at least agree to think through thoroughly what is being suggested. Cancer Love is in the air. You hold the key … [Read more...] about Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Saturday April 30
Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Thursday May 5
Russell Grant takes a look at what today could bring for your horoscope - and what you can do to be prepared. Aries A group project is about to come to an end. This will bring some sadness when a team of people you’ve got on well with must disperse and go your separate ways. You will keep in touch and friendships will continue. You might be surprised too by how quickly you make the most of new opportunities. Taurus You may need to remind someone of plans you have in mind for future investments or purchases. They’re more likely to go along with your suggestions if you warn them beforehand. If there are any personal matters that need a good sorting out, tackle these today while you are in the mood. Gemini Talking openly and frequently with your partner or a close friend will help build trust in a relationship. Life has been hectic lately and in some areas almost frenzied. For that reason you should not say no to any chance that is offered for you to take a … [Read more...] about Horoscopes today – Russell Grant’s star sign forecast for Thursday May 5