Another big week for a franchise unfolded as “Alien: Romulus” premiered and secured the top spot at the box office. Although it didn’t reach the heights of “Deadpool & Wolverine,” the film did surpass $40 million domestically, a commendable feat for an R-rated movie.
After watching the film, co-hosts Bruce Miller and Terry Lipshetz shared their opinions on where it stands among the other entries in the franchise that originated in 1979 with “Alien.”
Up next, a horror movie titled The Deliverance, directed by Lee Daniels, is set to be released on Netflix after a limited theatrical run. Starring Andra Day, Glenn Close, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, and Mo’Nique, the film is based on a true story.
In the realm of TV, PBS is showcasing Hollywood geniuses with its upcoming program “Blake Edwards: A Love Story in 24 Frames,” premiering on Aug. 27. We also feature an interview with Lesley Ann Warren as she discusses her collaboration with Edwards.
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Streamed & Screened is a podcast about movies and TV hosted by Bruce Miller, an experienced entertainment reporter who now serves as the editor of the Sioux City Journal in Iowa, and Terry Lipshetz, a senior producer for Lee Enterprises based in Madison, Wisconsin.