Science Fiction Satire ‘Invisible Hand’ Finds Increased Relevance under Director’s Vision

1/6 Cory Finley directs Tiffany Haddish. Photo courtesy of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. LOS ANGELES, Aug. 15 (UPI) — According to writer-director Cory Finley, Landscape with Invisible Hand, a sci-fi satire, continues to gain relevance even after production ended. The film, currently in theaters, is set in 2036, five years after the arrival of an alien …

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Peter Berg uncovers the ‘outrageous’ impact of OxyContin kingpin in ‘Painkiller’

1/5 Uzo Aduba and Matthew Broderick star in “Painkiller.” Photo courtesy of Netflix NEW YORK, Aug. 10 (UPI) — Filmmaker Peter Berg, known for authentically portraying the stories of ordinary Americans, takes on the Netflix drama series “Painkiller” to shed light on the devastating consequences of OxyContin and alcohol abuse. Berg, in an interview with …

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Director of ‘Physical’ attracted to comedic elements rooted in the adversity of real life

1/5 Rose Byrne’s “Physical” makes its highly anticipated return on Wednesday with the premiere of its third and final season. Don’t miss out! Photo courtesy of Apple TV+ NEW YORK, Aug. 2 (UPI) — Physical director and executive producer, Stephanie Laing, embraces the 1980s-set comedy that tackles self-image issues and the creation of a fitness …

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Archie Panjabi’s Curiosity about ‘Hijack’ Passengers’ Fate Influenced Her Decision to Take on Role

1/5 Archie Panjabi can be seen in the thrilling series “Hijack.” This high-altitude, nerve-wracking thriller has captivated viewers with its brilliant script, keeping them at the edge of their seats. When Panjabi received the first few scripts, she was so hooked that she demanded to know the fate of the flight’s passengers before agreeing to …

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‘Pickett’ Season 2: Michael Dorman’s Crime-Solving Journey Unites Joe and Marybeth as They Navigate Through Grief

1/4 New episodes of “Joe Pickett” are now airing on Sundays and are available to stream on Paramount+. This crime drama series, based on C.J. Box’s novels, features Michael Dorman as the lead character, Joe Pickett, a Wyoming game warden. In Season 2, Joe finds himself bonding with his wife, Marybeth, through their involvement in …

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