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Film Review: ‘Les Misérables’ Explores Racial and Cultural Tension in Modern France

by Ben Schmidt December 4, 2019
written by Ben Schmidt

With a title that borrows from the legendary cultural icon by Victor Hugo, the film is oppressively scaled yet never seems to go quite deep enough.

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Film Review: Richard Linklater’s “Where’d You Go, Bernadette”

by Ben Schmidt August 18, 2019
written by Ben Schmidt

An otherwise all-star cast feels somewhat suffocated under Richard Linklater’s film interpretation of a New York Times Best Seller.

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Film Review: ‘Hotel Mumbai’

by Ben Schmidt March 29, 2019
written by Ben Schmidt

With an appearance from Armie Hammer, Hotel Mumbai is a grand thriller that seems to glamorize terrorism, until it doesn’t.

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Interview: Pop Icon Uffie Talks Inspiration, Favorite Furniture, and Her Next EP

by Ben Schmidt February 4, 2019
written by Ben Schmidt

Recently, we had a moment to send some questions to singer and songwriter Uffie (Pop the Glock, Sadmoney) and we wanted to share those responses before her next EP is released.

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Art Review: Warhol and More At The Whitney Museum of American Art

by Ben Schmidt November 12, 2018
written by Ben Schmidt

We stepped to the dynamic and ever-changing Whitney Museum of American Art to see the newly-opened Andy Warhol – From A to B and Back Again, as well as revisit what’s opened and closing soon.

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The Torment of Saint Anthony detail by Michelangelo Buonarroti at Michelangelo: Divine Draftsman and Designer at Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Art Review: Michelangelo: Divine Draftsman and Designer at Metropolitan Museum of Art

by Ben Schmidt November 13, 2017
written by Ben Schmidt

Nearly 150 works make up Michelangelo: Divine Draftsman and Designer, now on view at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art Tisch Galleries. Open until February 12, 2018.

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Fernet-Branca's #StoriedSips with Edoardo Branca Makes a Stop in NYC
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Fernet-Branca’s #StoriedSips with Edoardo Branca Makes a Stop in NYC

by Ben Schmidt October 30, 2017
written by Ben Schmidt

The Fernet-Branca tour is celebrating the release of Branca: A Spirited Italian Icon, a new book about the historic Italian liquor and features Edoardo Branca himself.

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Photo Journal: TIMEX ‘New England’ Timepiece

by Ben Schmidt March 24, 2017
written by Ben Schmidt

Explore the luxurious textures of the Timex ‘New England’ timepiece in this photo journal documenting the device, available now.

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NADA New York 2017: Five Detail-Oriented Artists To Watch

by Ben Schmidt March 6, 2017
written by Ben Schmidt

We stopped by NADA New York 2017, the New Art Dealer’s Alliance, for the annual show at Skylight Clarkson Square. Here are five artists worth keeping in mind.

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Review: Andy Warhol: Self Portraits (Fright Wigs) at Skarstedt Gallery

by Ben Schmidt February 24, 2017
written by Ben Schmidt

Here is the review for “Andy Warhol: Self Portraits (Fright Wigs)”, on view now at Skarstedt Gallery until April 22, 2017.

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Directors Christopher Miler and Philip Lord discus Directors Christopher Miler and Philip Lord discussed Andy Weir’s ‘Project Hail Mary’ novel and what it meant to make it for the big screen.

Back in IMAX for a limited time.
Sandra Hüller discusses what it meant for her to p Sandra Hüller discusses what it meant for her to portray Eva Stratt in Project Hail Mary. 

Back in IMAX for a limited time. 

🎥: 
https://youtu.be/NMfLeDy9ijk?si=OEYqIvh9DFoCuFub

#projecthailmary
Ryan Gosling had one very quick answer when asked Ryan Gosling had one very quick answer when asked which actor he’d recruit to save Earth, if the planet needed saving tomorrow: his wife, Eva Mendes 🤍

Project Hail Mary is back in IMAX for a limited time. 

🎥: 
https://youtu.be/NMfLeDy9ijk?si=OEYqIvh9DFoCuFub

#projecthailmary
P1Harmony is breaking the mold. Discover how a new P1Harmony is breaking the mold. Discover how a new approach to the creative process led to the biggest breakthrough of their career. Read our exclusive deep dive into the making of ‘UNIQUE’ now. 🎶

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/unique-by-p1harmony-redefines-soun/

✍️: Emma Salehi

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#P1Harmony #UNIQUE #Kpop #Music #Exclusive
Desert sun and curated style. Step inside the excl Desert sun and curated style. Step inside the exclusive world of Revolve Festival as we break down the trends, the guest list, and the cultural impact of Coachella’s most coveted side stage. ✨

🔗: https://theknockturnal.com/revolve-festival-in-the-desert-with-kehlani-and-don-tolliver/

✍️: Sebastian Cintron

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#Revolve #RevolveFest #Coachella #Coachella2026 #Music
Jason Segel talked about his ‘Shrinking’ character Jason Segel talked about his ‘Shrinking’ character, Jimmy, and what it means to find happiness. 

All 3 seasons of ‘Shrinking’ are streaming on @appletv 

🎥: https://youtu.be/2dpVM625v2k?si=H5meZka85162pPPr
Juliano Valdi talks about what it was like to work Juliano Valdi talks about what it was like to work alongside Nia Long and Colman Domingo. 

The young actor stars as young Michael Jackson in the upcoming Antoine Fuqua-directed biopic Michael. 

Full interview:
https://youtu.be/DxYFFTgPZgs?si=DfQ6rxKk6l4xOatq

Coming to theaters and IMAX April 24.

#michaeljackson
Lukas Gage and Billie Lourd talk about their movie Lukas Gage and Billie Lourd talk about their movie Love Language-

Directed by Joey Power, the film premiered at SXSW on March 16, 2026, featuring an ensemble cast including Chloë Grace Moretz, Anthony Ramos, and Manny Jacinto.

#sxsw2026 #lovelanguage #billielourd
“Well no, he told me to learn them.” 💀 Caught up “Well no, he told me to learn them.” 💀

Caught up with Michaela Coel at the premiere of ‘Mother Mary’. Starring as Sam Anselm, a fashion designer and estranged former collaborator to Anne Hathaway’s pop star character, Coel knew she was tied to the script since first reading its “beautiful words”. Her standout performance is already gaining praise. 

In theaters this Friday.  @a24 @mothermarymovie 

🎥: @jm.rodrigueznyc 

https://youtu.be/j07ln9zeJMs

📝: https://theknockturnal.com/anne-hathaway-and-michaela-coel-at-mother-mary-premiere/
‘Mother Mary’ star Alba Baptista shared what made ‘Mother Mary’ star Alba Baptista shared what made joining the cast of the film an easy yes. 

The actress (and wife of Chris Evans) says the chance to work with director David Lowery was the driving force behind the decision. 

@a24 @mothermarymovie 

🎥: @jm.rodrigueznyc 

https://youtu.be/j07ln9zeJMs

📝: https://theknockturnal.com/anne-hathaway-and-michaela-coel-at-mother-mary-premiere/
‘Mother Mary’ in theaters this Friday! @a24 @moth ‘Mother Mary’ in theaters this Friday!

@a24 @mothermarymovie 

🎥: @jm.rodrigueznyc 
https://youtu.be/j07ln9zeJMs

📝: https://theknockturnal.com/anne-hathaway-and-michaela-coel-at-mother-mary-premiere/
Michaela Coel and FKA twigs embrace at the premier Michaela Coel and FKA twigs embrace at the premiere of @mothermarymovie
Sarah Michelle Gellar talks about her role in ‘Rea Sarah Michelle Gellar talks about her role in ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’. 

The film premiered March 20 and can still be seen in theaters for a limited time. 

@readyornotfilm @sarahmgellar #readyornot2
Elijah Wood and cast of ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Co Elijah Wood and cast of ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ broke down their favorite scenes to shoot. 

The film premiered at SXSW 2026 with a star-studded cast including returning lead Samara Weaving (Grace), alongside Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shawn Hatosy, Néstor Carbonell, and David Cronenberg.
Victoria Pedretti discusses what a unique experien Victoria Pedretti discusses what a unique experience making the ‘Forbidden Fruits’ film was. 

The horror-comedy about a secret witch-cult premiered at the SXSW Film & TV Festival, featuring a star-studded cast including Lili Reinhart, Lola Tung, and Alexandra Shipp. 

The film is in theaters now.
Lola Tung and cast break down their characters in Lola Tung and cast break down their characters in ‘Forbidden Fruits’. 

The horror-comedy about a secret witch-cult premiered at the SXSW Film & TV Festival, featuring a star-studded cast including Lili Reinhart, Victoria Pedretti, and Alexandra Shipp. 

The film is in theaters now.
Elle Fanning talks ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’. Elle Fanning talks ‘Margo’s Got Money Troubles’.

She stars in the Apple TV+ series, which held its world premiere as the opening night headliner of the 2026 SXSW Film & TV Festival in Austin. The upcoming comedy-drama, based on Rufi Thorpe’s novel, stars Elle Fanning as a young mother who starts an OnlyFans account to survive financially. Created by David E. Kelley, the show premieres April 15. 

@appletv @ellefanning 
#MargosGotMoneyTroubles
Nia Long and Colman Domingo discuss getting caught Nia Long and Colman Domingo discuss getting caught by paparazzi in their first days dressed as Katherine and Joe Jackson for upcoming film ‘Michael’. 

The story of pop superstar Michael Jackson — from his extraordinary early days in the Jackson 5 to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fuels a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world.

Full interview:
https://youtu.be/DxYFFTgPZgs?si=DfQ6rxKk6l4xOatq

Coming to theaters and IMAX April 24.
Introducing @skinz__official — K-pop virtual idol Introducing @skinz__official — K-pop virtual idol group who just released album ‘SKINZ IS SKINZ’ ✨

Full interview out NOW ✨💖

#SKINZ #SKINZISSKINZ #VIRTUALIDOL #KPOP
‘The Drama’ stars Mamoudou Athie and Alana Haim sa ‘The Drama’ stars Mamoudou Athie and Alana Haim sat with The Knockturnal to talk about the film’s release and how it pushes boundaries. 

🎥: https://youtu.be/37bjhviM_B8

📝: https://theknockturnal.com/zendaya-and-robert-pattinson-celebrate-the-drama-with-a-star-studded-wedding-inspired-bash/

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