New Releases for the week of May 21 - 27
Get Out
Rose (Williams) and her boyfriend, Chris (Kaluuya), take a weekend vacation to her family's annual get-together, where he gets to meet her family for the first time. Upon arriving at the house of her parents, Dean (Whitford) and Missy (Keener), Chris develops an uneasy feeling and starts to suspect that something isn't right with the situation, especially after Missy hypnotizes him into quitting smoking without his permission. It's only after the rest of the guests arrive that he begins to realize that he is, in fact, in very grave danger.
Director: Jordan Peele. Stars: Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, Catherine Keener, Bradley Whitford, Caleb Landry Jones. 2017. 104 min. Horror.
Logan
The latest installment in the X-Men franchise brings Wolverine's story arc to a close. It is 2029, and Logan (Jackman) no longer calls himself Wolverine. No mutants have been born in over two decades, and even existing ones, like Logan and Charles Xavier (Stewart), whom Logan cares for in his old age, are slowly losing their powers. After Logan is approached by a mysterious woman, he reluctantly agrees to escort a young girl named Laura (Keen) to a far-off sanctuary. Shortly after Logan learns that Laura is a mutant who was artificially bred in a lab, a team of assassins ambushes him and Xavier, intent on destroying the escaped mutant girl.
Director: James Mangold. Stars: Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart, Dafne Keen, Boyd Holbrook, Stephen Merchant. 2017. 137 min. Action.
The Great Wall
While ranging through the Far East, a group of European mercenaries is attacked by an alien beast, which two of them, William (Damon) and Tovar (Pascal), manage to escape. When the pair stumbles upon the Great Wall of China, they're taken prisoner. But when the monsters attack in force, the mercenaries join the soldiers in defending the fortification. After the battle, Chinese strategist Wang (Lau) explains that the monsters, called Taoties, first appeared 2,000 years ago after they emerged from a crashed green meteor, and that the just-repulsed attack won't be their last.
Director: Yimou Zhang. Stars: Matt Damon, Tian Jing, Pedro Pascal, Andy Lau, Willem Dafoe, Hanyu Zhang. 2016. 103 min. Action.
The best medicine: NBC is all-in with this year's Red Nose Day
Martine McCutcheon and Hugh Grant as seen in "Red Nose Day"
Late Laughs for the week of May 21 - 27, 2017
Conan
Saturday marks the end of President Trump's first 100 days. Political analysts say that we are still in President Trump's "honeymoon" phase. Which may account for that feeling that we're being repeatedly screwed.
Today, President Trump held separate phone conversations with the president of China and the prime minister of Japan. Trump was shocked to learn that those are two different people.
Can't fake this: Amateurs and pros face off in 'Bakers vs. Fakers'
Lorraine Pascale hosts “Bakers vs. Fakers”
Four culinary contestants, a secret ingredient, a panel of judges and a big cash prize. It's a formula that works, and it works well. But for one Food Network baking competition to stand out from the crowd, it needs a distinct little twist.
The Wizard of Lies, on HBO
Robert De Niro stars as disgraced stockbroker Bernie Madoff, who made headlines for perpetrating one of the biggest cases of financial fraud in U.S. history. Michelle Pfeiffer stars as Madoff’s wife, while Barry Levinson directs.
Recaps for the week of May 15 - 19
Joshua Morrow as seen in "The Young and the Restless"
The Bold and the Beautiful
Ridge is much angrier about Sally being bailed than Thomas expected. Brooke witnesses Bill's ruthless side when he vows to put an end to Spectra Fashions for good. Quinn makes a final plea to Brooke to reconsider her feelings for Ridge before marrying Bill. RJ lets Coco know what his feelings are about Bill possibly becoming his step-father. Ridge offers Brooke something tantalizing in exchange for not marrying Bill. Quinn hopes to correct a mistake she made by placing a phone call. Separately, Ridge and Bill await Brooke's arrival, each hoping to be the one she chooses. Nicole and Zende face discouraging news about a mutual goal. Brooke is confident in her decision as to who she wants to spend the rest of her life with. Before heading on a business trip to Paris, Maya and Rick ask Nicole and Zende for an important favor.
Days of Our Lives
Chad gets some upsetting news from Abigail while he's in Greece. Meanwhile, Abigail tries to explain her huge decision to Jennifer. Adrienne speaks with Tripp on Steve's behalf. Deimos's plan begins to fall apart when Xander gives a new list of demands. Gabi is stunned when she runs into Chad in Greece. After Chad confides in Gabi about the amulet, the two are held at knifepoint by a thief. Nicole reunites with Holly when she escapes to Eric's jet. After receiving surprising news, Dario asks Abigail for a favor. Xander and Eric go over their past as Xander devises a plan to find Nicole. Brady learns from Kayla that his condition is getting worse. Marlena and John share an emotional reunion. Lani tells Eli to fight for Gabi. Chloe finds a new job opportunity. Theo reveals the truth to Ciara. Kate becomes suspicious of Dario.
General Hospital
Valentin manages to rise to the challenge in front of him. Franco comes back. Julian finally gets a break. Michael comes across a shocking discovery. Anna finds herself a new ally. Liz remains hopeful. Anna manages to turn to the tables. Nina confides something in Andre. Bobbie only wants the absolute best for Carly. Robin senses that something isn't quite right. Nelle feels so alone. Hayden springs a trap. Anna is relieved when Nathan comes to her rescue. Lucy finds herself won over. Finn hurls accusations.
The Young and the Restless
Billy manages to convince Victoria to fast track their trip to L.A. despite Cane's hesitations. When Jordan is invited to go on the trip, he asks Hilary to join him. Phyllis tries to hide her disappointment when Billy informs her about his trip with Victoria. Victoria confides in Nikki the reasons she feels Billy and Phyllis are together. She tells her mom that her trip with Billy is her chance to make things right. When Scott tells Sharon he's wanted to kiss her for a while, Sharon confesses that she's not officially divorced yet. Scott charms Sharon by telling her he wants to get to know her as a person more. The two connect when Sharon tells Scott about her work at the crisis hotline. Ashley argues with Phyllis and tells her that she thinks Billy and Victoria will get back together during their trip. Abby tries confesses to Ashley that she reached out to Dina. Nick tells Sharon that she wishes Chlesea would give up looking for Chloe. Chelsea asks for Victor's help in tracking down Chloe, but Victor provides her with false information.
Fun in the fast lane: James Corden presents 'Carpool Karaoke' special
James Corden hosts "The Late Late Show Carpool Karaoke Primetime Special 2017"
Maid in Manhattan, on Fox
Jennifer Lopez stars as Marisa Ventura, a hotel maid who is mistaken for a fellow guest by the handsome heir to a political dynasty (Ralph Fiennes). When her true identity is eventually revealed, the two lovers discover that they are worlds apart.
Fun in the fast lane: James Corden presents 'Carpool Karaoke' special
James Corden hosts "The Late Late Show Carpool Karaoke Primetime Special 2017"
<span>Q: Did Michael Jackson use any kind of props or tricks to do his famous anti-gravity lean? Could he actually do that?</span>
There was a prop involved in the forward lean the King of Pop performed in his "Smooth Criminal" video, and subsequently recreated on tour, but it was still a physical feat (just not with his physical feet, if you'll pardon the terrible pun).
