Alexander Skarsgård embraced the opportunity to star in "Pillion," a film exploring a gay BDSM relationship, which premiered at Cannes last year and is set to hit U.S. theaters on February 6th. The movie, directed by Harry Lighton, who adapted Adam Mars-Jones' 2020 novel "Box Hill: A Story of Low Self-Esteem," has garnered near-unanimous praise from critics.
Skarsgård, according to a Time source, was immediately drawn to the project, stating, "I just wanted this movie to exist. I just wanted this to be out there." The film centers on a relationship between an older, dominant figure and a younger, submissive character. The story delves into themes of self-discovery and the complexities of human desires, both in and out of the bedroom.
"Pillion" features Harry Melling as Colin, a character living in a London suburb with supportive parents. The film explores the idea that individuals are not born knowing everything about themselves and that learning is a continuous process. Lighton's approach, as described by a Time source, is "tender in a sneaky way," addressing what people want and are sometimes afraid to ask for.
In other news, the Winter Olympics will see a historic change in 2026. For the first time, women will compete in the doubles luge event at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, marking a step toward gender parity in the sport. Luge, a sport where athletes race down an ice track on a sled at high speeds, originated in Switzerland.
Meanwhile, an investigation by Vox revealed the cruel conditions within the pet bird industry. The investigation uncovered inhumane practices in "bird mills," large-scale operations that breed parrots for the pet retail market. According to Vox, the investigation found unhygienic conditions.
Finally, a separate piece discusses the dual nature of AI, highlighting both its potential benefits and the risks associated with scams.
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