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“Black Widow” made nearly $40 million on its opening day. However, that was a month ago — back when the Delta variant was still introducing itself to North America. Today, as areas of the U.S. see infection and hospitalization rates that rival the worst days of the pandemic, that’s a likely factor in the disinterest of the theatrical audience. There’s reason to believe the “Squad” audience might disregard rising Covid rates: Younger and more dedicated to the scope and experience of theatrical presentation, they’re less likely to take advantage of HBO Max availability....

Longtime host Joy Behar made the announcement after Hostin and Navarro were told to immediately leave the ABC studio and that the Vice President would not be entering. “Sunny and Ana apparently tested positive for COVID,” Behar said. “No matter how hard we try, these things happen. They probably have a breakthrough case. They will be OK I am sure because they are both vaccinated.” VP Harris did eventually do the interview from a separate room with Behar and fellow host Sara Haines remaining on-set....

Here’s what we know so far about the plot via Netflix’s official synopsis: “In a world terrorized by super-villains, one woman has developed the process to give superpowers to regular people. But when scientist Emily Stanton accidentally imbues her estranged best-friend with incredible abilities, the two women must become the first superhero team. Now, it is up to Thunder Force to battle the super-powered Miscreants and save Chicago from the clutches of The King....

The program’s opening night selection is the directorial debut of actor Frances O’Connor, “Emily,” which centers on author Emily Brontë and the years leading up to the publication of her novel “Wuthering Heights.” Notably the selection also includes two Canadian films as well as the latest movie from Maïmouna Doucouré, the director of 2020’s controversial “Cuties.” All 10 films in the program are world premieres. “We launched Platform to shine a brighter light on some of the most original films and distinct voices at our Festival,” said Cameron Bailey, the CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival....

The Summer Games have become increasingly unpopular in Japan, where residents fear the Olympics will bring a spike in Covid cases. The pandemic has already caused plenty of disruption for the Games, including rising young tennis star Coco Gauff testing positive (and therefore unable to attend) as well as Serena Williams pulling out — in her case, likely due to an injury she sustained at Wimbledon. More than 25 positive Covid tests were found throughout the weekend among those who traveled to Japan for the Games....

The “CODA” star made history as the second deaf performer and first deaf male actor to win an acting Oscar. “CODA” co-star Marlee Matlin holds the title as the first deaf Oscar recipient. Kotsur won Best Supporting Actor for his turn as a deaf father to a teen daughter (Emilia Jones) who is trying to launch her singing career. To note, CODA stands for a Child of Deaf Adults. While Ruby’s life is centered on being an interpreter for her parents, played by Matlin and Kotsur, plus working on their fishing boat with her brother (Daniel Durant), she dreams of attending a prestigious music school....

If his deal closes, Chung would work from a script by “The Revenant” writer Mark L. Smith and a story from “Top Gun: Maverick” director Joseph Kosinski, and the individual adds that Chung was just one of many top directors attracted to working on the film. What’s more, “Twisters” is looking to start up shooting quickly sometime this spring. As of right now, there’s no talent in talks to star, and no word on if Helen Hunt, the original film’s star, would be among those returning....