Cinema News: Social media stars navigate Hollywood's strikes

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July 24, 2023

Social media stars, rarely unionized, try to navigate Hollywood's hot strike summer

Social media influencers — who make their livings as entertainers but aren't typically part of entertainment unions — now face the complicated labor politics of a Hollywood strike wave.

'Barbie' beats 'Oppenheimer' in record-breaking, industry-revitalizing showdown

Warner Bros.' "Barbie" and Universal Pictures' "Oppenheimer" both opened in theaters this weekend. Which movie ruled the domestic box office?

Read the stirring monologue about womanhood America Ferrera delivers in 'Barbie'

Ferrera, who co-stars in "Barbie" as Gloria, a lifelong admirer of the doll, delivers a rousing speech about womanhood in the film. Here's how it came together.

'I'm on my way back': Jamie Foxx opens up about medical emergency for the first time

In an emotional video posted to Instagram on Friday, actor Jamie Foxx shares how he's returning to the spotlight with more jokes and more movies.

Biden's Labor nominee is staying put, but the Californian may not help with Hollywood strikes

The White House has credited Julie Su with cutting deals on key labor disputes, but the former California labor chief is sitting out strikes in her home state.

Photos: See the L.A. Barbies (and Kens) out in force at the movies this weekend

The double feature of "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" made for the biggest movie weekend of the year. The Times was on the scene to capture fans in costume.

Review: Dead on arrival, 'Cobweb' is only frightening for how familiar it is

An elsewhere-fine cast, including Lizzy Caplan and Woody Norman, suffers the machinations of a script that cribs from too many superior sources.

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