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Ladies First Reviews: Critics Slam Netflix’s ‘Dated’ Sacha Baron Cohen Comedy

Ladies First Reviews: Critics Slam Netflix’s ‘Dated’ Sacha Baron Cohen Comedy

When the trailer for the new Netflix comedy film Ladies First dropped, it quickly raised eyebrows, with some critics going as far as calling it “the worst movie trailer” the had “ever seen”. And let’s just say the response isn’t any better now that the film has landed on streaming services, with a smattering of one- and two-star reviews. Ladies First stars Sacha Baron Cohen as a chauvinistic CEO whose life is upended when he wakes up in a parallel world dominated by women. Despite an all-star cast which includes Rosamund Pike, Fiona Shaw, Charles Dance and Emily Mortimer, the film is getting negative reviews across the board. Critics are calling out the film’s subpar jokes, borderline-offensive gender politics and misuse of its talented British cast. Here is what people are saying about Ladies First… “In its attempt to become a one-stop shop for just about every form of nostalgia possible, Netflix has now decided to revive the dreadful British comedy of the 2000s. The all-deciding algorithm has somehow deemed it necessary for a return …

10 Hollywood stars who were banned or snubbed from award shows – and why

10 Hollywood stars who were banned or snubbed from award shows – and why

Awards season is an exciting time for both fans and A-listers alike, but the glamorous events aren’t always smooth sailing. Over the years, a number of stars have been snubbed or even banned from these nights for a variety of reasons, whether due to controversial behaviour, political statements, or even feuds with organisers. From Will Smith’s infamous Oscars slap to Sacha Baron Cohen’s red carpet stunt, we’re taking a look at some of the celebrities who have found themselves in hot water with awards shows. © Getty Images Sacha dressed as his character from The Dictator on the Oscars red carpet in 2012 Sacha Baron Cohen Despite being one of the stars of the Oscar-nominated flick Hugo, Sacha Baron Cohen reportedly ran into trouble after news broke of his plan to dress up as his autocrat character from another film, The Dictator, on the Oscars red carpet in 2012. According to Deadline, Sacha’s ticket for the event was withheld until he agreed to pull the stunt. The Academy later relented and Sacha walked the carpet …

Isla Fisher stuns in green string bikini on Barbados holiday

Isla Fisher stuns in green string bikini on Barbados holiday

Isla Fisher has ushered in the new year in unmistakably glamorous style, sharing a series of sun-soaked snaps from a tropical escape to Barbados. The Australian actress, 49, looked radiant as she relaxed on the island, posting a carousel of images to Instagram on Friday. One standout shot saw Isla reclining on a bed in a green string bikini, her wet auburn hair draped over her shoulders after what appeared to be a refreshing dip in the sea. © InstagramIsla looked happy and relaxed on vacation Other images captured the Confessions of a Shopaholic star soaking up golden hour on the beach, wearing a pink floral blouse and oversized sunglasses as the sun dipped below the horizon. She captioned the post simply, “Barbados Medley,” setting the vibe with The Beach Boys’ 1988 hit ‘Kokomo’ as the soundtrack. © InstagramIsla’s ‘Barbados Medley’ The getaway wasn’t all barefoot beach moments. Isla also dressed up for nights out with friends, slipping into a white low-cut dress paired with gold statement earrings and soft glam makeup. In another snap, …