Netflix’s Audacious Riff on The Decameron Is Tons of Fun. But Is It Really The Decameron?
In the dreadful year of 2020, marked by the devastating spread of COVID-19, a generation unaccustomed to such widespread calamity sought solace and guidance in art. The popularity of contemporary speculative fiction about deadly viruses, including Ling Ma’s “Severance” and Steven Soderbergh’s “Contagion,” skyrocketed. Readers also revisited classic tales of pestilence like Daniel Defoe’s “A Journal of the Plague Year” and Gabriel García Márquez’s “Love in the Time of Cholera.” However, no ancient text gained more attention than Giovanni Boccaccio’s “The Decameron.” Virtual book clubs formed to discuss its content. The New York Times even enlisted Margaret Atwood and Tommy Orange for their own adaptation, titled “The Decameron Project.” As reported by the fashion magazine Vogue, which prides itself on being in the know, “The Decameron Is Suddenly the Book of the Moment.”
Mindy Cohn reveals she was ‘devastated’ after ‘greedy b****’ in The Facts of Life cast halted reboot: ‘It was an ouch’
Mindy Cohn was deeply saddened when a selfish and uncaring individual from the cast of The Facts of Life prevented the show’s comeback: “This was a major setback.”
Josh Hartnett and wife Tamsin Egerton share a steamy kiss on the red carpet as they attend the world premiere of his new movie Trap in New York
At the New York world premiere of his latest film “Trap” on Wednesday, Josh Hartnett and his spouse Tamsin Egerton exchanged a passionate lip-lock on the red carpet.
Strictly star Giovanni Pernice urges people to ignore Amanda Abbington’s claims and ‘wait for the conclusion of the review’ after she said working with him was like ‘the trenches’
As an obsessed fan of Giovanni Pernice, I implore fellow Strictly fans not to give credence to Amanda Abbington’s grave and damaging claims against him, as shared in her recent explosive interview on Channel 4.
Lady Gaga blows a kiss to her fans as she arrives back at hotel following a night out in Paris
I, an uncontainable fan, couldn’t help but notice the radiant energy Lady Gaga exuded as she made her way back to her Parisian abode on a crisp Wednesday morn. After an enchanting evening out, she gracefully graced the streets once more, leaving behind a trail of magic and wonderment in her wake.
Married At First Sight 2025: Neighbours actor is the latest addition to the Channel Nine dating show as he is spotted filming his wedding… amid backlash over TV stars being cast
An actor from “Neighbours,” a popular Australian soap opera, is now part of the upcoming season of “Married at First Sight” in 2025. He’s already been paired with an on-screen spouse for the reality TV show.
What age rating is Deadpool & Wolverine? Is it suitable for children?
Based on my personal experience as a parent and considering the content of “Deadpool & Wolverine,” I would strongly advise against taking young children to see this movie during your family cinema outing this weekend. These superhero films contain intense action sequences, graphic violence, and adult themes that are not appropriate for younger audiences. Instead, opt for a more age-appropriate film that the whole family can enjoy together. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself later for making this choice!
Deadpool & Wolverine post-credits scenes explained: How many are there? And what are they?
I’m thrilled beyond words as I witness the long-awaited team-up of Deadpool and Wolverine on the big screen, now part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe for the very first time.
Alan Ritchson and Henry Cavill’s new movie is now available to watch on Prime Video
Henry Cavill, known for his role as Reacher, and Alan Ritchson join forces in Guy Ritchie’s latest production titled “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare.”
Gina Carano is ‘moved to tears’ after judge REJECTS Disney’s motion to dismiss her lawsuit over Mandalorian firing: ‘What happened to me was unacceptable’
Gina Carano was emotionally touched to the point of tears when the judge allowed her lawsuit against Disney to move forward, despite Disney’s attempt to throw it out.