Lily Brooks O’Briant is a rising young talent who has captivated audiences on the stage and screen. She’s brought dynamic characters to life in projects including Matilda: The Musical andThe Big Show Show. This year, she stars as the title character in Apple TV+’s Life by Ella. The coming-of-age comedy tells the story of a young middle-school girl as she takes a new outlook on life into a world that seems determined to break it down. Pop Culturalist was lucky enough to speak with Lily Brooks about her journey in
With over 90 credits to his name, Matthew Kevin Anderson has solidified his place amongst the industry’s most versatile talents. He’s a gifted storyteller who has never shied away from tackling timely and difficult subject matter and characters. His latest project, SkyMed, finds Matthew stepping into the shoes of a character who’s not afraid to leverage his privilege to advance in his life and career. The must-see medical drama follows the intense personal lives of young nurses and pilots flying air ambulances in remote Northern Canada. Pop Culturalist was lucky
Pop Culturalist is excited to be partnering with Prime Video to give away tickets to an advance screening of Catherine Called Birdy. You and a guest will see the film before it’s released on September 23. All the details are below. Good luck! About the Film The year? 1290. In the Medieval English village of Stonebridge, Lady Catherine (known as Birdy) is the youngest child of Lord Rollo and the Lady Aislinn. Her playground is Stonebridge Manor, a house that, like the family, has seen better days. Financially destitute and
Alex Boniello and April Lavalle are multifaceted storytellers who are best known for their award-winning work on the stage and screen. This summer, they became debut novelists with their children’s book, A Case of the Zaps. A tale with equal parts humor and heart, A Case of the Zaps is a great way to begin talking about mental health and anxiety for readers of all ages. Pi’s just like any other kid robot: They love to listen to music, play with their dog, and hang out with their friends. And