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Take a look at the new Charlie and the Chocolate Factory prequel. By Grant Rindner July 11, 2023 Timothée Chalamet plays a young Willy Wonka in Wonka.Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures It’s been nearly 20 years since we saw Roald Dahl’s most iconic character, the eccentric chocolatier Willy Wonka, on the big screen. First in

The Hyatt Regency Lobby Atrium is the largest in the world 50 years ago, the Hyatt Regency San Francisco opened its doors at the foot of Market Street. Daring and architecturally unique, the grand hotel drew curious crowds who clamored to view what was and still is the world’s largest hotel atrium. At 42,000 square feet and

These are the streamers giving you the most bang for your buck right now. By Grant Rindner July 10, 2023 Ayo Edebiri, Abby Elliot and Jeremy Allen White in The Bear, streaming on Hulu.Courtesy of Chuck Hodes for FX. In the time it takes you to read this sentence, five new streaming services will have

Photos courtesy of One Aldwych As one of the most visited cities in the world, London has a formidable luxury hotel scene, and competition is fierce – take your pick from iconic haunts to historical lodgings – so deciding where to sleep can seem like a challenge. But housed in an ornate landmark building that

Joaquin Phoenix plays the little corporal in a new epic about a horny little tyrant with an unfaithful wife who would rather conquer the world than go to therapy. By Vince Mancini July 10, 2023 Joaquin Phoenix as Napoleon Bonaparte in Ridley Scott’s forthcoming movie Napoleon.Courtesy of Kevin Baker for AppleTV+ via Everett Collection For

Courtesy Palazzo Avino Could there be a more luxurious setting to host Maison Valentino’s Escape 2023 capsule collection pop-up and stylish beach club takeover than this historic 12th-century Amalfi Coast villa? Set among flower-filled terraces and considered one of Italy’s crown-jeweled stays overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea, Palazzo Avino occupies a fairytale pink-hued palazzo with mesmerizing coastal views

Photo credits: Kona Village The long-awaited Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort has officially opened! Located on the pristine shores of the Kona Coast on a sacred stretch of coastline, the new resort bridges together culture, history, and sustainability and seeks to usher in a new era of Hawaiian hospitality. An inspired reimagination of the original Kona Village

Almost ten years ago, Amy Schumer was attached to star in a Barbie movie with a script from the Oscar-winning writer…but they couldn’t quite crack it. By Adam Nayman July 6, 2023 Photograph: Warner Brothers; Collage: Gabe Conte Last December, the teaser trailer for Greta Gerwig’s Barbie riffed slyly on the style and vibes of

The Residence at Skipstone. Photo courtesy of Skipstone Northern California wine country’s continued effort to provide guests with authentic and exceptional experiences has resulted in participatory grape stomps, winery art installations, and horseback wine tastings. Visitors can find gourmet food and wine pairings, cave tours, and all-terrain vehicle vineyard expeditions. But to experience the true

The influential musician talks about his autofiction, overcoming his heroin addiction, and writing new music with his band. By Colin Groundwater July 7, 2023 Photograph: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte Geoff Rickly is a nice guy. When we meet at his favorite local coffee shop in Brooklyn, the influential frontman of the band Thursday offers

Drake kicked off It’s All a Blur, his first tour in five years, last night in Chicago. By Grant Rindner July 6, 2023 Drake performs during “Lil Baby & Friends Birthday Celebration Concert” at State Farm Arena on December 9, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.Courtesy of Prince Williams via WireImage It’s been five years since Drake’s

Kingsley Ben-Adir plays the reggae legend in a new film from the director of King Richard. By Vince Mancini July 6, 2023 Kingsley Ben-Adir as Bob Marley in the forthcoming biopic Bob Marley: One Love.Courtesy of Paramount Pictures The biopic has become such an inseparable part of any musician’s legacy that they’re now being released

Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro scheme, seduce, and slay in the action-packed new trailer for Martin Scorsese’s latest. By Vince Mancini July 5, 2023 Lily Gladstone and Martin Scorsese on the set of his new film Killers of the Flower Moon.Courtesy of Melinda Sue Gordon for AppleTV+. With the Barbie vs. Oppenheimer discourse still

The erstwhile Strokes guitarist talks to GQ about his latest solo album and life after NYC. By Michael Tedder July 4, 2023 Photographs: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte Strokes lead guitarist Albert Hammond Jr helped define NYC cool in the ‘00s with his signature three-piece suits—typically accessorized with a cigarette and a “what, me worry?”

Destination Toronto For anyone who has never traveled to Toronto, the buzzing city is Canada’s best kept secret, with an endless offering of activities to satisfy the tastes of even the most discerning visitor. Sports fans will appreciate taking in a Maple Leafs, Blue Jays or Raptors game while connoisseurs of culture have an endless

A series of maneuvers from the executive has kept the film community in a state of shock and anger. By Jason Bailey July 3, 2023 David Zaslav, President & CEO, Warner Bros. Discovery speaks during Warner Brothers Pictures CinemaCon 2023 presentation at Caesars Palace on April 25, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.Courtesy of Valerie Macon

The HBO series about a troubled pop star is, naturally, rife with references both obvious and subtle to real-life artists. By Ilana Kaplan July 2, 2023 Lily-Rose Depp records a song as pop star Jocelyn in The Idol.Courtesy of Eddy Chen for HBO From the moment the beat from Britney Spears’ post-breakdown comeback hit “Gimme

The legendary Danish actor knows in his bones how to play a memorable villain (see: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny). But his more recent status as a niche heartthrob? Why, that’s another story… By Lauren Larson Photography by Ashley Olah June 29, 2023 GQ Hype: It’s the big story of right now. “Would you