'Awards Chatter' Podcast — Awkwafina ('The Farewell')
The actress-singer, who catapulted to stardom with hilarious turns in 2018's all-female 'Ocean's 8' and all-Asian 'Crazy Rich Asians,' reflects on her career as a rapper ("My Vag"), breaking into films and comedy versus drama.
Critic's Notebook: How 'Hustlers' Broke the Girl Gang Movie Curse
In recent years, stories about female criminals have been winning on TV but wilting on the big screen — until 'Hustlers' came along.
'Crazy Rich Asians' Star Awkwafina on Asian Actors: "We're Out There, We Exist"
The rapper and actress said a strong second weekend for the Warner Bros. rom-com explodes the stereotype that "minority movies can't bring it in."
'Crazy Rich Asians' Star Awkwafina to Host Canada's Much Music Video Awards
The rapper turned actress will emcee the Canadian TV block party in Toronto in August.
Weekend Box Office: 'Incredibles 2' Opens to Record-Shattering $180M
Elsewhere, no one mobs John Travolta's 'Gotti,' while the Jon Hamm and Jeremy Renner comedy 'Tag' can't crack $15 million.
Meet the Magician Who Taught Sandra Bullock Her 'Ocean's 8' Cons
Portugal-born Helder Guimaraes, who counts J.J. Abrams and Neil Patrick Harris among his Hollywood fans, also taught Cate Blanchett some sleight-of-hand moves.
The Pros and Cons of 'Ocean's 8'
Eisner-nominated comic book writer Alex de Campi and THR contributor Simon Abrams debate the if dumb fun is enough for the 'Ocean's Eleven' spinoff.
Mindy Kaling Jokes About Trump in Dartmouth Commencement Address
The writer-actress also spoke of the importance of not adhering to a checklist in life.
'Ocean's 8': How the Female-Fronted Film Stole the Box-Office Crown
The movie's opening is a reminder that fanboys aren't the only moviegoers that matter during summer.
'Ocean's 8' Director on Why Some Cameos Didn't Make the Cut
'Ocean's 11' stars Matt Damon and Carl Reiner were among those slated to make cameos in the film starring Sandra Bullock as Debbie Ocean, sister to George Clooney's Danny Ocean.
Weekend Box Office: 'Ocean's 8' Steals the Show With $41.5M Opening
Elsewhere, indie horror pic 'Hereditary' survives a D+ CinemaScore with a strong $13 million debut, while Jodie Foster's 'Hotel Artemis' bombs with $3.2 million; overseas, 'Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom' roars to $151 million.
How 'Ocean's 8' Has Trouble Moving Beyond Its Past
The film can't quite decide if it wants to tell its own story, or just rehash those told by George Clooney's gang.
Why Gender-Swapped 'Ocean's 8' Has Avoided the 'Ghostbusters' Trolls
Not every gender-bending reboot is created equal in the eyes of online saboteurs, as the new Warner Bros. heist film opens without the internet vitriol.
How Sandra Bullock Leads Her 'Ocean's 8' Ensemble
Like George Clooney's Danny Ocean, Bullock's Debbie exudes the kind of calm her team needs.
James Corden Reminisces With 'Ocean's 8' Stars About Filming the Heist Movie
The end-of-high-school-themed clip is accompanied by Vitamin C's "Graduation (Friends Forever)."
