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Issa Rae & Director Stella Meghie Break Down the First Date Scene in ‘The Photograph’

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6 years ago

February 14, 2020

On this episode of “Notes on a Scene,” star of ‘The Photograph’ Issa Rae and writer-director Stella Meghie take us through Mae (Issa Rae) and Michael’s (Lakeith Stanfield) first date. To craft such an intimate scene, Stella explains the importance of Issa’s ad-libbed lines, the chemistry felt through their flirtatious banter, and how they set a strong romantic tone that carried through the rest of the film.

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Issa Rae & Director Stella Meghie Break Down the First Date Scene in ‘The Photograph’

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Zayn Creates a Sculpture of Himself | Vanity Fair

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22 hours ago

April 16, 2026

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Zayn gets real and personal as he creates a sculpture of himself. From the first time he realized he wanted to be a musician to how much he’s changed since he first joined the industry, hear Zayn break down all the things that make him who he is today. How does he like to relax? What does fame feel like? How has becoming a father changed his self-image?

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Yes, Karen Fukuhara reads your ‘The Boys’ reviews.

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7 days ago

April 10, 2026

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The cast of The Boys answer questions in the hot seat

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The Boys Cast Reveal Uncomfortable Truths in the Hot Seat | Vanity Fair

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1 week ago

April 8, 2026

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Is it just us, or is it getting hot in here? Chace Crawford, Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Erin Moriarty, Laz Alonso, Jessie T. Usher, Nathan Mitchell and Karen Fukuhara take turns facing uncomfortable questions as the all-seeing camera stops on the person who must answer.

The fifth and final season of The Boys premieres April 8 exclusively on Prime Video (and runs through May 20)

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