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James Bond: Why Daniel Craig turned down playing Thor after Marvel ‘offered Avengers role’
https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/1530559/James-Bond-Daniel-Craig-Thor-Marvel-Avengers https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/1530559/James-Bond-Daniel-Craig-Thor-Marvel-Avengers <div><img src=”https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/36/750×445/1530559.jpg” class=”ff-og-image-inserted”></div><p>The Bond star jokingly said that it would be too much of a power trip for him if he played both 007 and Thor. He later said: “I have no idea about Thor. I just was having a joke.”</p><p>Whatever the case, Collider reported he was offered the role outright. Hiddleston actually auditioned for the character too before bagging Loki, with his test footage being shared online.</p><p>Other stars who screen-tested for Thor included Charlie Hunnam, Alexander Skarsgard, Joel Kinnaman, Kevin McKidd, and WWE star Triple-H.</p><p>Interestingly, Hemsworth almost entirely missed a change, having not been given a screen test early on.</p>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 17:28:00 +0000George Simpson en text/html https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/1530559/James-Bond-Daniel-Craig-Thor-Marvel-Avengers
Games with Gold completely outshined with latest Xbox games update
https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/gaming/1530532/Games-with-Gold-Xbox-Series-X-S-One-Game-Pass-Halo-Stardew-Valley-Final-Fantasy-XIII-2 https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/gaming/1530532/Games-with-Gold-Xbox-Series-X-S-One-Game-Pass-Halo-Stardew-Valley-Final-Fantasy-XIII-2 <div><img src=”https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/143/750×445/1530532.jpg” class=”ff-og-image-inserted”></div><div readability=”70″><p>Microsoft has announced the Xbox Game Pass releases for December 2021, as well as this weekend’s Free Play Days downloads.</p><p>If you’re an Xbox Game Pass subscriber then Microsoft has plenty of top-tier games to keep you busy over the festive period.</p><p>This includes heavy-hitters like Stardew Valley, Final Fantasy XIII-2 and Halo Infinite, as well as relatively new games like Aliens Fireteam.</p><p>It all starts with the release of ANVIL, Archvale, Final Fantasy XIII-2, Lawn Mowing Simulator, Rubber Bandits, Stardew Valley and Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector.</p><p>The aforementioned games can be downloaded and played right now on Xbox consoles and Windows PC.</p><p>The blockbusters continue with the Halo Infinite campaign, which launches on Game Pass on December 8.</p><p>The release of Halo is sandwiched between Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator on December 7, and One Piece Pirate Warriors 4 on December 9.</p><p>Less than a week later, Xbox Game Pass subscribers can enjoy Aliens: Fireteam Elite, followed by Among Us.</p><p>There’s a strong possibility Microsoft will announce even more games before the end of the month, so keep your eyes peeled for the latest news.</p></div><div readability=”53″><p>Unfortunately it’s not all good news, because a selection of games will leave the Xbox subscription service on December 15.</p><p>This includes the excellent Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, as well as horror game The Dark Pictures: Man of Medan.</p><p>The other games leaving the service on December 15 include Beholder, Guacamelee! 2, Wilmot’s Warehouse, and Unto the End.</p><p>”As always, you can save up to 20% on your purchase of these games before they go with your membership discount!” Microsoft adds.</p><p>Speaking of Xbox gaming perks, Gold subscribers will be able to download and play the likes of Rims Racing, Rainbow Six Siege and Night Call.</p></div><div readability=”46″><p>With an extensive customisation suite, Rims Racing lets players experience the thrills of motorbike racing.</p><p>”Experience the life of a professional motorcycle rider as both a racer and as a real engineer.</p><p>”With Rims Racing, managing your components and configuring the optimal set-up for your bike is mandatory to discover the world of racing as you‘ve never seen in the past.”</p><p>Rainbow Six Siege, meanwhile, is a tactical shooter that’s just launched a new season.</p><p>The Free Play Days releases will be available at discounted prices during the weekend trial.</p></div>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 16:46:05 +0000Liam Martin en text/html https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/gaming/1530532/Games-with-Gold-Xbox-Series-X-S-One-Game-Pass-Halo-Stardew-Valley-Final-Fantasy-XIII-2
Super Smash Bros Ultimate 13.0.1 patch notes: Is this the final update for Nintendo Switch
https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/gaming/1530494/Super-Smash-Bros-Ultimate-13-0-1-patch-notes-final-update-Nintendo-Switch https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/gaming/1530494/Super-Smash-Bros-Ultimate-13-0-1-patch-notes-final-update-Nintendo-Switch <div><img src=”https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/143/750×445/1530494.jpg” class=”ff-og-image-inserted”></div><div readability=”64″><p>Nintendo Switch owners should hurry and download the new Super Smash Bros Ultimate update.</p><p>In what might turn out to be the game’s final update, the new patch makes countless balance changes and improvements.</p><p>Characters such as Donkey Kong, Ice Climbers, Link, Peach and Daisy have all had moves adjusted to make the game more balanced.</p><p>Donkey Kong’s Neutral Attack 2, for example, has increased hit detection time, as well as reduced vulnerability.</p><p>Falco’s dash attack has been given a power increase, while his Side Smash Attack has increased range.</p><p>Legendary Pokemon Mewtwo has also been made more powerful, with its Side Tilt Attack and Forward Throw given a boost.</p><p>Outside of character changes, the update 13.0.1 patch notes confirm amiibo support for the Metroid Dread version of Samus. That’s alongside amiibo support for the game’s E.M.M.I. robots.</p><p>Tapping the amiibo to the NFC area of the Switch will reward players with the character’s spirits.</p><p>You can see the full list of Super Smash Bros Ultimate update 13.0.1 patch notes below.</p></div><div readability=”54″><p><strong>Ver. 13.0.1 (Released December 1, 2021)</strong></p><p><strong>General</strong></p><p>• Game-balance adjustments have been made. Please see the details of fixes and changes to fighters.</p><p>• The Samus (Metroid Dread) & E.M.M.I. (Metroid Dread) amiibo are now supported.</p><p> - Note: If you go to amiibo in Games & More and tap these amiibo to the NFC area, you can receive their spirits.</p><p> - Note: Samus (Metroid Dread) can be used as a Figure Player (FP).</p><p>• Several issues have been fixed to improve gameplay experience.</p><p><strong>Donkey Kong</strong></p><p>• Neutral Attack 2</p><p> - Increased the amount of time hit detection lasts.</p><p> - Reduced vulnerability.</p><p>• Down Tilt Attack</p><p> - Extended the amount of time opponents will be in the damage animation.</p><p>• Neutral Special</p><p> - Increased the speed that super armor activates.</p></div><div readability=”54″><p><strong>Link</strong></p><p>• Neutral Attack 1</p><p> - Increased attack speed.</p><p>• Down Tilt Attack</p><p> - Adjusted launch angle.</p><p>• Up Smash Attack</p><p> - Extended launch distance for the final attack.</p><p><strong>Peach</strong></p><p>• Side Special</p><p> - Made it easier to grab edges.</p><p><strong>Daisy</strong></p><p>• Side Special</p><p> - Made it easier to grab edges.</p><p><strong>Ice Climbers</strong></p><p>• Dash Attack</p><p> - Increased attack speed.</p><p>• Down Smash Attack</p><p> - Extended launch distance.</p><p>• Up Special</p><p> - Increased attack speed.</p><p> - Increased the speed of the edge-grab range detection.</p><p><strong>Falco</strong></p><p>• Dash Attack</p><p> - Increased attack power while maintaining launch distance.</p><p>• Side Smash Attack</p><p> - Increased the attack range in the front to match the visual.</p><p><strong>Mewtwo</strong></p><p>• Side Tilt Attack</p><p> - Increased power.</p><p> - Extended launch distance.</p><p>• Forward Throw</p><p> - Increased power.</p></div>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:44:24 +0000Liam Martin en text/html https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/gaming/1530494/Super-Smash-Bros-Ultimate-13-0-1-patch-notes-final-update-Nintendo-Switch
‘Harry would never say never’ One Direction reunion called for by Fleetwood Mac star
https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/music/1530470/one-direction-harry-styles-stevie-nicks https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/music/1530470/one-direction-harry-styles-stevie-nicks <div><img src=”https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/35/750×445/1530470.jpg” class=”ff-og-image-inserted”></div><div readability=”35.685792349727″><p>Rumours surrounding a <a data-link-tracking=”InArticle|Link” href=”https://www.express.co.uk/latest/one-direction” target=”_blank”>One Direction</a> reunion have been going on for years. Last year seemed like the most likely time for the band to get together as it marked the 10-year anniversary of their original formation. Instead, fans received a memorial website celebrating the band’s journey. Now, a close friend of Styles has called for the star to get back with the band.</p></div><div readability=”46.564971751412″><p><a data-link-tracking=”InArticle|Link” href=”https://www.express.co.uk/latest/fleetwood-mac” target=”_blank”>Fleetwood Mac</a> singer Stevie Nicks has revealed she would love for Styles to get back with the rest of the group – Liam Payne, Louis Tomlinson, Zayn Malik and Niall Horan.</p><p>She said: “I think it’s a good idea [for them to get back together]. For all we know, One Direction is completely broken up forever.</p><p>”I think those guys are friends, and five or ten years down the road, they could all go: ‘You know what, wouldn’t it be really fun to do a One Direction tour?’ Because that’s what people do.” (Via Vogue)</p><p>The 73-year-old would know all about band reunions, as Fleetwood Mac got back together in 1997 after splitting a year prior.</p><p><strong>READ MORE: <a data-link-tracking=”InArticle|Link” href=”https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/music/1526300/one-direction-louis-tomlinson-new-album-music-reunion” data-name=”One Direction star Louis Tomlinson gives update on next album” target=”_blank”>One Direction star Louis Tomlinson gives update on next album</a></strong></p></div><div readability=”37″><p>Nicks went on to add: “I wouldn’t be surprised if [One Direction] did reunite at some point just because they can. And because it would just be fun.” The star and Styles have built a strong friendship over the past few years, and says with some authority that the Watermelon Sugar singer would “never stomp on reunion plans”. She went on: “He would never say: ‘Never! I would never do that again!’ Because why not just keep the door open?” The Chain singer has previously revealed just how much she loves Styles, calling him the “son she never had”.</p></div><div readability=”41″><p>Payne said earlier this year: “I spoke to Louis about it and we were saying it has to be sooner rather than later.”</p><p>Tomlinson himself teased fans with a vague tweet about the plans, as well.</p><p>He wrote in March, on the anniversary of the band’s birth: “11 years since my first audition! I had no idea on that day just how much would have changed between then and now. Thank you to everyone who’s been there for me along the way! We’re only just getting started!”</p></div><div readability=”42.111587982833″><p>Things don’t look good for 1D fans, however. After Styles appeared in the latest <a data-link-tracking=”InArticle|Link” href=”https://www.express.co.uk/latest/marvel” target=”_blank”>Marvel</a> movie, <a data-link-tracking=”InArticle|Link” href=”https://www.express.co.uk/latest/eternals” target=”_blank”>Eternals</a>, as Starfox, the odds on the band reuniting have plummeted.</p><p>Ladbrokes recently awarded One Direction 5/2 on reuniting in the next 12 months.</p><p>The firm’s Alex Apati said: “It’s bad news for Directioners; while we’ll soon be seeing more of Harry Styles on our screens, his busy schedule means a 1D reunion in the next 12 months now looks less likely than ever.”</p><p><a data-link-tracking=”InArticle|Link” href=”https://www.vogue.com/article/stevie-nicks-harry-styles-fleetwood-mac” target=”_blank” rel=”nofollow”>SOURCE</a></p></div>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:04:37 +0000Callum Crumlish en text/html https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/music/1530470/one-direction-harry-styles-stevie-nicks
West Side Story reviews: Steven Spielberg’s ‘best movie in 20 years’ – ‘Thrilling’
https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/1530468/West-Side-Story-reviews-Steven-Spielberg https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/1530468/West-Side-Story-reviews-Steven-Spielberg <div><img src=”https://cdn.images.express.co.uk/img/dynamic/36/750×445/1530468.jpg” class=”ff-og-image-inserted”></div><p><strong>Vanity Fair<br></strong>Spielberg and Kushner have done justice to what Bernstein, Robbins, and the quite recently late Stephen Sondheim made all those years ago – not subverting its enduring value, but rather, with fire and grace, doing so much to earn it.</p><p><strong>indieWire<br></strong>It’s a wonderful musical, and an unabashed Steven Spielberg movie.</p><p><strong>The Playlist<br></strong>West Side Story moves like a freight train, its 156 minutes passing in barely a breath, and that breakneck pace, combined with the expressionist aesthetic and candy-coloured imagery, reminds us that blockbusters don’t have to be grey-scaled dreck.</p><p><strong>Metro<br></strong>Rest easy musical fans, Spielberg has done it, and now a whole new audience can revel in the splendour of West Side Story.</p><p>However, not all the critics were as impressed, with some giving West Side Story three stars.</p>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 15:03:00 +0000George Simpson en text/html https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/1530468/West-Side-Story-reviews-Steven-Spielberg
