All articles tagged with #interviews
Albert Moreto Font, a three-time Slayer Sword winner, shares his early thoughts on Warhammer's Tone Pro paint range, detailing what the new line offers for hobby painters. The interview notes Tone Pro launches globally with in-store painting demos from September 26 (Japan demos from October 3), and promises follow-up insights from fellow painter Aleksandra Cvetanovski.
Renowned Warhammer painter Ninjon (Jon Ninas) discusses how he started in the hobby, outlines his painting approach, and weighs in on the new Warhammer Tone Pro paints, which are being showcased in Nottingham with demos and will be available worldwide from 26 September (Japan demos from 3 October).
Gen Z's iced-coffee habit during job interviews has sparked a debate about professionalism after a viral recruiter clip accused arrivals with drinks of signaling a casual attitude. About 41% of hiring managers say Gen Z candidates show a general lack of professionalism, and in a tight job market this small detail could affect first impressions, even as some argue it challenges outdated etiquette and offer practical tips for handling beverages during interviews.
Sandra Bullock said in Interview magazine (with Jennifer Aniston) that as a young actress in New York she auditioned for “perverts” who asked her to drop her pants; she persisted, shifted away from rom‑coms after Crash, and went on to win an Oscar for The Blind Side while taking on more serious roles (and later appearing in Practical Magic 2).
Belmont Cameli of Off Campus and NHL phenom Macklin Celebrini discuss navigating fan obsession, iconic contracts, and the pressures of rising stardom in THR’s Game Recognize Game series, sharing how they handle hype, the realities of long shooting days, near-cameos, Olympic heartbreak, and staying grounded while chasing big dreams on and off the ice.
Video game writing is treated as a distinct art form that blends dialogue, world-building, and gameplay systems; in interviews with Neil Druckmann, Evan Narcisse, and other game writers, the piece explains that great writing in games hinges on balancing narrative with player agency, designing mechanics that support story without overshadowing it, and shaping characters whose arcs respond to player choices. It also contrasts game writing with film and TV and highlights examples of titles that excel at storytelling through interactivity and collaboration across design, art, and writing.
Coyote vs. Acme rides a strong theatrical wave as io9 chats with Will Forte, Lana Condor, John Cena, Erica Bauza, and director Dave Green about the Looney Tunes courtroom caper—Wile E. Coyote sues Acme, Road Runner testifies, and Acme wins, delivering a message of perseverance rather than a pure victory. The film’s release—years after being shelved as a tax write‑off—was propelled by fan campaigns and a $15 million opening weekend, underscoring the “never give up” spirit that carried it to theaters.
The Netflix documentary Turning Point: Generation 9/11 follows people who were infants or toddlers on 9/11 to explore how the event and the ensuing 25 years of war, policy, and social change have shaped a new generation. Through intimate stories—from a young Marine veteran to descendants of victims and survivors—the film connects 9/11 to Afghanistan, the war on terror, and domestic issues like immigration and enforcement. While moving and journalistically provocative, it covers too much ground for its 96-minute runtime; its strongest moments come from personal, generation-spanning memories that reveal the ongoing impact of that day on identity and national life.
ESPN is debuting a six-episode docuseries about Nick Saban, offering hundreds of hours of unseen footage from his time with Alabama, the Dolphins, and LSU. The series includes conversations with more than 70 people, such as Bill Belichick, Lane Kiffin, Steve Sarkisian, Kirby Smart, Tim Tebow, Jalen Hurts and Tua Tagovailoa, and features Saban and wife Terry. Produced by Words + Pictures for ESPN, it promises new insight into his life, coaching philosophy, and personal journey beyond the on-field titles, including locker-room moments and his relationship with his late father. The show, with a start time of 6 p.m. on October 8, will expand fans' view of one of college football’s most influential figures.
Toxic leaders can make excellent first impressions, which makes them hard to detect during traditional interviews. The article argues for using psychology-backed assessment methods and structured hiring practices to spot red flags early and reduce costly mis-hires, illustrated by a real-world example of a candidate who seemed perfect but proved toxic.
Islam Makhachev criticizes Ian Machado Garry’s conduct in recent interviews ahead of UFC 330, saying Garry looks coached and overly combative as he aims for a quick finish on the ground, while Garry has drawn scrutiny for his persona during media appearances.
BuzzFeed compiles 17 anecdotes in which celebrities openly admit jealousy toward peers, including Jennette McCurdy's resentment of Ariana Grande's on-set privileges, Christy Romano's frustration with Shia LaBeouf's career trajectory, Chevy Chase's attempts to throw Donald Glover off set, Mariah Carey and Nick Cannon's power dynamics, Louis Tomlinson's envy of Harry Styles, and Emma Stone's early insecurity around Jennifer Lawrence's rise, among others, illustrating that envy and rivalry cross all corners of fame.
A digest of Associated Press Entertainment’s latest interviews and festival coverage across film, TV and music, featuring celeb conversations, behind-the-scenes looks, and previews of upcoming projects from Cannes openings to streaming debuts.
In a candid interview, Cliff Bleszinski lays out how Boss Key faltered—late decisions, an ego-driven approach, a favorable Nexon deal, and missteps like launching LawBreakers on the wrong platforms and pushing a chaotic ‘80s-inspired’ Radical Heights—culminating in a studio closure and personal struggles with alcoholism. He describes a four-month sobriety after a hospital seizure in March 2026, a renewed love for making games, and plans for a comeback that includes consulting on Soul Walker, launching a podcast, and pursuing PvE-focused projects rather than PvP, signaling a possible return to game development with a clearer creative focus.
AI is reshaping software engineering hiring: interviews now test candidates' ability to reason through architectures, use AI in workflows, and demonstrate judgment over pure code speed. Big companies hunt on GitHub and X, test with project-based exercises and work trials, and integrate AI-assisted environments into interviews. Employers prize systems thinking, problem solving, and adaptability to AI tools, along with culture fit. The market remains competitive—though hiring is up, about 74% of developers report difficulty landing jobs per a 2025 HackerRank study—requiring candidates to present a broad, versatile skill set and to show real work in addition to résumés.