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entertainment20 days ago•20 min saved

Mary Bennet Finds Her Voice in BritBox’s The Other Bennet Sister

THR’s Angie Han reviews BritBox’s The Other Bennet Sister, a Jane Austen spin-off centered on Mary Bennet’s coming-of-age journey from overlooked sister to an independent governess in London. The series is praised for its grounded tone, empathetic lead performance by Ella Bruccoleri, brisk pacing, and a fresh take on Austen’s world, even as it features a few missteps like melodramatic costumes and fan-service moments. Debuts May 6 on BritBox.

via The Hollywood Reporter|

#britbox #entertainment #jane-austen

world5 months ago•6 min saved

Trump's $10 Billion Lawsuit Against BBC: A Closer Look

President Trump has filed a $10 billion defamation lawsuit against the BBC over a documentary that he claims falsely depicted his comments related to the January 6 Capitol attack, alleging the BBC manipulated footage to influence the 2024 election. The lawsuit also discusses how viewers in the U.S., particularly in Florida, could access the documentary via BritBox or VPNs, with some suggesting the use of VPNs is driven by access to adult content due to new age verification laws. Legal experts anticipate a possible settlement, noting Trump's history of suing media outlets.

via NPR|

#bbc #britbox #defamation

business1 year ago•0 min saved

Niche Streaming Services Experience Subscriber Boom

Small streaming services like Hallmark+ and BritBox are experiencing a surge in subscribers, indicating a growing interest in niche content offerings.

via The New York Times|

#britbox #business #entertainment

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"2024 BAFTA Awards: Predictions, Surprises, and How to Watch Online"

The 77th Annual BAFTA Awards ceremony, hosted by David Tennant, will be livestreamed on BritBox from the Royal Festival Hall in London on Sunday, Feb. 18. Viewers in the United States can watch the awards online through BritBox with a seven-day free trial, or by using BBC iPlayer paired with ExpressVPN. Unfortunately, there is no broadcast or cable network in the U.S. airing the ceremony live. Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer leads the nominees with 13 nods, followed by Poor Things with 11 nominations.

via Hollywood Reporter|

#bafta-awards #bbc-iplayer #britbox

entertainment2 years ago•4 min saved

Unveiling the Enigmatic Life of Cary Grant: The Archie Chronicles

Actor Jason Isaacs portrays Cary Grant in the new TV series "Archie" on BritBox, revealing the lesser-known aspects of the debonair actor's life. Grant, born Archibald Leach in England, created the persona of Cary Grant to build his career and escape his troubled past. The series explores Grant's transformation from a master of screwball comedies to a leading man in dark thrillers, as well as his complex personal life. Grant's fourth wife, Dyan Cannon, shares insights into his struggles with fear and abandonment. "Archie" premieres on December 7.

via CBS News|

#archie #britbox #cary-grant