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Panem's dark return is here with 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping,' delving into Haymitch Abernathy's brutal entry into the 50th Hunger Games. This prequel, set 24 years before Katniss, features a star-studded cast including Joseph Zada as Haymitch and Elle Fanning as Effie.

Uma Thurman, known for her compelling character choices, prioritizes understanding a role's core motivations, often finding characters are neither purely good nor bad. While she can embody villains, the actress revealed a personal aversion to violence. Her latest project, 'Pretty Lethal,' sees her as a reclusive former ballet prodigy, showcasing her ability to bring empathy to complex characters.

At the 'Pretty Lethal' SXSW premiere, Uma Thurman praised her young co-stars' impressive stunt work, noting their ballet-trained dedication to the film's hyper-violent action. Thurman, an action icon herself, found inspiration in their commitment, while director Vicky Jewson lauded Thurman's unique ability to portray a villain with empathy and humor.

Stranded ballerinas fight a deranged former prodigy turned innkeeper, battling deadly traps inside an isolated forest roadside inn.

Netflix has canceled the comedy series 'Unstable' after two seasons. The show, starring Rob Lowe and his son John Owen Lowe, did not perform well in the streamer's top 10 rankings. It featured a cast that included Sian Clifford, Aaron Branch, and Rachel Marsh. The second season premiered on August 1.

Helmed by Andrew Gurland, the second season promises eight episodes.

The first teaser for 'The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping' has been released, offering a glimpse into the brutal 50th Hunger Games. Set 24 years before the original films, the prequel revisits Panem's early games with a new cast, including Joseph Zada as Haymitch and Ralph Fiennes as a younger President Snow.