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Michelle Monaghan seeks the truth behind Netflix’s ‘Messiah’ BY JAY BOBBIN
Though her last streaming series also had spiritual overtones, Michelle Monaghan is glad to return to that territory. The alum of several “Mission: Impossible” movies actually sees big differences between that earlier drama, Hulu’s “The Path,” and her new Netflix project “Messiah.” Debuting all of its episodes Wednesday, Jan. 1, it casts the actress as a CIA official investigating a man (played by Mehdi Dehbi) who allegedly performs miracles. Her concern, and that of several others around the world, is that he may be calculating his fame and influence to upset the geopolitical balance among nations. John Ortiz, Jane Adams, Dermot Mulroney and Beau Bridges are among other stars of the show. “What I love about ‘Messiah’ is that it’s more of a mystery” than “The Path,” the friendly Monaghan says. “It has a much more global perspective and
multiple points of view. I had told myself and my family that I was done working for a while, then after a few weeks, I received ‘Messiah’ and thought I’d just read one episode ... and then I spent the entire day reading all 10. And I thought, ‘Oh, dear. I’m going back to work.’ ” Along with spouses Mark Burnett (“Survivor”) and Roma Downey (“Touched by an Angel”), “Messiah” creator Michael Petroni is an executive producer of the series. He’s also dealt in faithbased drama with the 2003 ABC show “Miracles,” and Monaghan credits him with an “intricately woven” structure for “Messiah”: “It’s really left to the audience to decide what the truth is, and I think it will provoke conversation. (Petroni) did so much research with consultants, I felt I was in good hands. And what he did was so exciting, because everybody’s takeaway will be different.” In terms of her own degree of faith in approaching material like “Messiah,” Monaghan reflects,
“I certainly appreciate the community of religion. This has a very multicultural cast, but it didn’t really matter what any of our own personal beliefs were. I was just so appreciative to be in a cast with such a global reach that audiences all over the world will be able to relate to all of the characters.” With more seasons of “Messiah” possible, Monaghan – who also appeared in Season 1 of HBO’s “True Detective” – likes the potential for her latest show to have a big worldwide audience from the outset. “That it will launch Jan. 1 in 190 countries is an extraordinary opportunity,” she notes. “We’re hoping that people in Istanbul and Berlin will connect to it as much as people in Chicago and Washington, D.C. We think they’ll find something that they’ll identify with and makes them want to stay for the whole ride.”
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December 30 “Alexa & Katie”
The fourth and final season of this wild AMC drama finds Jesse, Tulip and Cassidy (Dominic Cooper, Ruth Negga, Joseph Gilgun) trying to get to the Most High, where they hope to get to God in time to prevent the end of the world. But whether the carnage is part of his divine plan remains to be seen.
Season 3 of this comedy for the younger set finds Alexa (Paris Berelc) trying to put her cancer behind her while Katie (Isabel May) becomes the one in need of support. Jolie Jenkins, Eddie Shin and Emery Kelly also star. Season Premiere
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“Movie: Wonder Park”
This animated 2019 feature tells the story of an amusement park where the vivid imagination of a wildly creative girl comes alive. Sofia Mali, Jennifer Garner, John Oliver and Mila Kunis are among those in the voice cast.
From Spain comes this comedy series about a flawed and irresponsible young journalist who acquires super powers when an alien falls on him. The story is based on the comic by Santiago García and Pepo Pérez. Quim Gutiérrez and Clara Lago star. (ORIGINAL) Series Premiere
January 1 “Messiah”
The modern world reacts — and a CIA agent investigates — when a man appearing to be the Messiah surfaces in the Middle East in this drama series from creator/writer/executive producer Michael Petroni (“Till Human Voices Wake Us”). Michelle Monaghan, Mehdi Dehbi, Jane Adams and Melinda Page Hamilton head the cast. (ORIGINAL) Series Premiere
“Movie: Running With the Devil”
Jason Cabell (“Smoke Filled Lungs”) wrote and directed this 2019 crime drama that follows a tenacious federal agent as he traces the supply line of a group of cagey and experienced cocaine dealers. Nicolas Cage, Leslie Bibb, Laurence Fishburne, Cole Hauser and Clifton Collins Jr. head a solid cast.
January 4 “Go! Go! Cory Carson”
Based on the popular toy line Go! Go! Smart Wheels, this animated series for the preschool set follows the adventures of kid car Cory Carson as he navigates the winding roads of childhood in Bumperton Hills. (ORIGINAL) Series Premiere
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COMING SOON “Locke and Key” (Feb. 7)
From executive producers Carlton Cuse (“Lost”) and Meredith Averill (“The Haunting of Hill House”) comes this mystery series about siblings who discover magical keys after moving into their ancestral home following their father’s murder. (ORIGINAL)
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From South Korea comes this CGanimated children’s series about two curious bears who sleuth out mysteries such as why trees lose their leaves and what happens to caterpillars. (ORIGINAL)
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A city block transforms into a wild adventure every afternoon for a group of friends in this kids series from Emmynominated executive producer Brendan Hay (“Dawn of the Croods”) and Emmy-nominated supervising producer Aliki Theofilopoulos (“Phineas & Ferb”). (ORIGINAL)
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Echoes of the 2004 Oscar winner “Crash” are evident in director Tim Blake Nelson’s New York-set 2015 drama about the intersection of multiple lives in the aftermath of the violent mugging of a Columbia University professor. The stellar cast includes Sam Waterston, Glenn Close, Kristen Stewart, Corey Stoll, Gretchen Mol and Nelson.
COMING SOON “Shrill” (Jan. 24)
Eddie Murphy returns as transplanted Detroit lawman Axel Foley in this continuation of storyline from the trio of 1980s-90s “Cop” feature films. (ORIGINAL)
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Olivia Cappuccini (“The Haystack”) directed this 2019 documentary that gives an intimate look at the nine-time Grand Slam champ as he endured injuries and a pair of hip surgeries from 2017 through 2019 in an effort to get back to the sport he loves.
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First-time feature filmmaker Joe Talbot made a strong impression with this meticulously crafted 2019 drama about a young black man’s (Jimmie Fails, who co-wrote the screenplay with Talbot) efforts to reclaim his childhood home in a gentrifying neighborhood of San Francisco. Jonathan Majors, Danny Glover, Tichina Arnold and Mike Epps are also in the solid cast.
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Daniel Craig’s Top 10 Movies BY JAY BOBBIN
“Logan Lucky” (2017): Knowingly taking a gamble with his image (and accent), Craig is hilarious as a convict sprung by two brothers to help commit a speedway robbery.
“Skyfall” (2012): Craig hits his stride as James Bond, who has to deal with painful remnants of his past while protecting boss M (Judi Dench) from a vengeful enemy.
“The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” (2011): The screen remake of the mystery boasts a fine Craig as a shamed journalist on a private job.
“Defiance” (2008): Craig does solid work as one of several Jewish brothers teamed with Russian resistance fighters to oppose the Nazis.
“Casino Royale” (2006): After many purists’ carping about “the blond Bond,” Craig redefined and re-energized Agent 007, giving the adventure series a big jump-start. Rarely has an actor made an on-screen card game so engrossing.
“Infamous” (2006): Amid the initial James Bond hype, Craig also delivered a compelling performance as “In Cold Blood” killer Perry Smith.
“Munich” (2005): Craig gave a strong indication he was up for 007 duty in Steven Spielberg’s drama about the hunt for the organizers of the 1972 Munich Olympics athlete massacre.
“Layer Cake” (2004): Perhaps Craig’s best-known film before “Casino Royale,” this melodrama uses him to terrific effect as a drug dealer whose retirement plans go awry.
“Sylvia” (2003): The story of tragic literary figure Sylvia Plath is Gwyneth Paltrow’s movie, but Craig also registers as poet Ted Hughes.
“Road to Perdition” (2002): For proof of Craig’s versatility, just stack his Bond against his work here – for “Skyfall” and “SPECTRE” director Sam Mendes – as the sniveling son of a Depression-era underworld titan (Paul Newman).
MOVIE REVIEW
BY JAY BOBBIN
It’s ‘Knives Out’ for Daniel Craig and an all-star cast Who done it? There are a lot of murder suspects in “Knives Out,” an offbeat take on the drawing-room mysteries that have been so much the province of authors like Agatha Christie. But under the guidance of “Star Wars”-veteran writerdirector Rian Johnson, the film offers some twists that make it its own creature. One surely is the presence of Daniel Craig as a charming and enigmatic detective who shows up to investigate the killing of a rich and famous novelist played by Christopher Plummer (who portrayed Sherlock Holmes himself back in the day). He’s been slain during a New England family gathering for his birthday, so plenty of relatives fall under the detective’s very watchful eye ... including those played by Jamie Lee Curtis, Chris Evans, Toni Collette, Michael Shannon and Don Johnson. The deceased man’s nurse helps in the probe, and that offers something of a preview of Craig’s final James Bond
diverse group of players – and the fact that it is so wide-ranging adds lots of interest to the proceedings just by definition. Curtis always is lively and unpredictable, and it’s a kick to see her and Don Johnson matched as onscreen spouses; long after his trendsetting “Miami Vice” days, he has his own sort of spark that he has employed very wisely in the movie opportunities he’s had of late. And while he’s around only relatively briefly, movie, since Ana de Armas Plummer adds his usual also will be one of his leading gravitas as the ill-fated fellow ladies in the forthcoming at the story’s center. “No Time to Die.” Though it has comedy as a An all-star puzzler like big part of its base, “Knives “Knives Out” usually is fun Out” wisely steers clear of just for its cast, but this the more overt approach picture also is helped by the mined by such spiritual filmmaker’s clever plotting, cousins as “Clue” and and by Craig’s willingness to “Murder by Death.” For the do a sly send-up of his 007 most part, the humor is more image. He had considerable subtle, and it’s a big reason success with that in “Logan why the film works so well. Lucky,” in which he also “Knives Out” is not affected a decidedly nonthe family reunion most British accent, and it’s a treat people would want, but to watch him do it again as something you can sit here. back and observe at a safe distance in a theater, it’s just Certainly, he gets plenty fine. of good support from the
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December 28, 2019 - January 3, 2020
Horoscopes Event Calendar WEEK OF DECEMBER 22 TO 28, 2019
THE LUCKIEST SIGNS THIS WEEK: AQUARIUS, PISCES AND ARIES
ARIES
With the holidays just around the corner, you’ll decide to concentrate on your relationship. Take time between obligations to put your worries to rest. Try to have some fun and maybe even take off on an adventure.
TAURUS
Unexpectedly, your boss will give you new responsibilities that look strangely like a promotion and a generous pay increase to match. Venturing into the unknown could mean personal and professional success.
GEMINI
If you’re single, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to meet someone interesting. Your interpersonal skills will help you find a solution to a family conflict and ensure a harmonious holiday season.
CANCER
Carolina Cantrell
Through Friday, January 10, 2020
CATS (2019)
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Fantasy of Lights
Through December 31, 2019 All Day Sunday - Thursday Dusk to 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday Dusk to 10 p.m. The young and old alike will marvel at this spectacular display of lighted imag-
LEO
breathtaking array of colored splendor as you drive through one of the state’s larg-
ery as Swan Lake Iris Gardens glitters with thousands of twinkling lights. A train’s wheels spin, swans take flight pulling Santa’s sleigh and angels blink with the est holiday light displays.
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SAGITTARIUS
An adventurer at heart, you’ll inspire your family to try new activities during the holidays. Sparing no expense, you’ll spontaneously book a plane ticket, hotel room or something else to bring your loved ones together in an enchanting environment.
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“Dumbo” (2019) at the Wesmark branch Library.
Don’t wait until your guests arrive to decorate and prepare for the party. It would be good to learn to let go in order to appreciate the moment and accept that things aren’t always perfect.
PG-13, 2 hr 6 min Drama, Historical Film
R, 2 hr 15 min Suspense/Thriller
LIBRA
You may be the one to try to make everyone smile. You may consider buying yourself a new car for Christmas. Be careful on the road.
BLACK CHRISTMAS (2019)
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Free admission.
VIRGO
You’ll try to stick to a budget, but your generosity will get the better of you as you spoil your loved ones. You may also be faced with an unexpected expense. Luckily, you’ll be generously compensated for working overtime.
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Even if it wasn’t the plan, almost all the holiday festivities will take place at your home, so get ready. You’ll need to approach certain family members with sensitivity. You’ll probably make a spectacle of yourself in one way or another. At work, your efforts will be recognized before the end of the year. In love, this is a magical time for marriage proposals.
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A BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD PG, 1 hr 48 min Drama
AQUARIUS
Your social nature helps you bring a record number of people to your next bash. Likewise, you’ll be surprised when everyone in your family accepts your invitation, meaning there will be more people than ever at your holiday dinner.
FROZEN II
PG, 1 hr 44 min Animated, Comedy, Family
PISCES
You’ll find yourself with more responsibility than expected when certain people who were supposed to help don’t show up. Your boss may need you when you’re trying to spend time with
FORD V FERRARI
your family.
View from the Couch
PG-13, 2 hr 32 min Action/Adventure, Drama
BY JAY BOBBIN AS Adult situations
P Profanity
Family Viewing Ratings
V Violence
N Nudity
GV Graphic Violence
“AVENGERS: ENDGAME” What can you say here, since so much is spoiler-y in nature if you give any details? The movie does leave no stone unturned – and that includes the Infinity Stones from the previous “Avengers” chapter – as it wraps up the franchise that has united so many Marvel superheroes. This finale even includes recent addition Captain Marvel, played by Brie Larson. As the tale begins, those who survived “Avengers: Infinity War” are scattered, and without direction in some cases; that changes when Ant-Man, again played by Paul Rudd, hatches an idea that might let the group revive and recover some of their lost super-colleagues. Each character gets his or her curtain call (with Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Jeremy Renner and Don Cheadle among the many others on hand), and there’s certainly enough time to do that, since the picture runs just over three hours. As usual, the technical aspects are first-rate, and some great surprise cameos add to the overall entertainment value. ››› (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) Since it’s a holiday week and new releases are on the light side, here’s another look at several of the top home-video releases of 2019:
“A STAR IS BORN” One of the most durable stories in Hollywood history became a hit all over again, with Bradley Cooper making his directing debut (and revealing hugely impressive confidence in doing that job) while also starring as a superstar singersongwriter whose career downslide coincides with his discovery of an aspiring talent ... played by someone who really was born for the role, Lady Gaga. While Andrew Dice Clay and Dave Chappelle also are in the supporting cast, the standout performer in that realm clearly is acting veteran Sam Elliott as Cooper’s brother. Cooper and Gaga translated their teamwork into the real music world with the success of the soundtrack album, which includes the Oscar-winning tune “Shallow.” An “Encore” edition with added footage was released later. DVD extras: “making-of” documentary; four music videos; “Jam Sessions and Rarities.” ››› (R: AS, N, P) (Also on Blu-ray)
early 1960s. Celebrated classical and jazz pianist Don Shirley (Mahershala Ali, who scored his second Academy Award win here) gets a chauffeur and more in bouncer “Tony Lip” (Viggo Mortensen), hired to drive him to performances through the American South ... at a time when “tolerance” wasn’t necessarily the operative word. Both stars are superb, and Linda Cardellini also is in director and cowriter Peter Farrelly’s cast. The real Tony’s son, Nick Vallelonga, also was one of the writers of the Oscarhonored screenplay. DVD extras: three “making-of” documentaries. ›››› (PG13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray)
staple Nick Fury; for whatever else the special-effects masters achieve here, it is no small feat to shave nearly 25 years off that actor and character and have the result be completely believable. The presence of Jude Law and Annette Bening also lends cred to the movie, the result being an entertaining package that sets new boundaries while still delivering familiar-feeling fun. ››› (PG-13: AS, V) (Also on Blu-ray)
PLAYING WITH FIRE PG, 1 hr 36 min Comedy, Family
JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL PG-13, 1 hr 54 min Action/Adventure Comedy
Coming Home Soon
“BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY”
Rami Malek’s (“Mr. Robot”) dynamic, thoroughly committed and ultimately Oscar-winning performance as lead singer Freddie Mercury clearly is the “CAPTAIN MARVEL” strongest suit of this profile of the rock It’s possible that the phrase “female band Queen. The Anthony McCarten empowerment” never has been more screenplay adds new flavor to the literal than in the case of this chapter traditional rise-and-fall-and-rise-again of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, premise of dramas about music acts, which had a lot of expectations largely by focusing strongly and attached to it. There is much to logically on Mercury, whose personal enjoy, starting with the time-period life ended up having meaning far throwback to the mid-1990s and Brie beyond his inner circle of friends and Larson’s work in the title role whose associates. Credit goes to Dexter alias is Carol Danvers, a military pilot Fletcher, who finished the film after destined for even greater things since original director Bryan Singer was her background gives her superpowers removed from it, for holding the result to go along with her courage and together. The cast also includes Lucy determination. An alien species known Boynton, Gwilym Lee, Ben Hardy, “GREEN BOOK” as the Skrull doesn’t mean anything Joseph Mazzello, Aidan Gillen and good – for our heroine nor for the (in a smart turn as a record producer) A winner of three Oscars including Mike Myers. The picture earned three best picture, this fact-inspired comedy- world at large if she doesn’t triumph. Sizable attention also is given here more Academy Awards in technical drama has a title item that helps two traveling companions navigate racially to Samuel L. Jackson as a younger areas. ››› (PG-13: AS, P) (Also on sensitive territory, quite literally, in the version of his ongoing role as Marvel Blu-ray)
“JOKER” (Jan. 7) “BIG LITTLE LIES: THE COMPLETE SECOND SEASON” (Jan. 7) “CROWN VIC” (Jan. 7) “THE MINDY PROJECT: THE COMPLETE SERIES” (Jan. 14) “VEEP: THE COMPLETE SEVENTH SEASON” (Jan. 14) “COUNTDOWN” (Jan. 21)
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