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Normal movie review: Bob Odenkirk’s thriller is undone by weak storytelling | Movie-review News

Normal movie review: Bob Odenkirk’s thriller is undone by weak storytelling | Movie-review News

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3 min readApr 17, 2026 06:00 PM IST Minnesota. Snow. Sheriff. Quiet. And, then, a car rolls into town. It’s clear that Normal takes a lot of its cues from the film and TV series Fargo (Bob Odenkirk even starred in the first season). And, as long as it is about the five things above, and Bob Odenkirk, Normal holds a lot of promise. The atmospherics are just right, the people seem to be folks one can be around – with the exception of the too-slick Mayor (Winkler) – and the town of Normal seems to be just the kind of place a sheriff carrying a weight on his shoulders, as the grandiosely named Ulysses (Odenkirk) is, might find some peace. The giveaway are the guns and explosives all over the town, including the police armoury armed to the gills and its most popular diner. Heck, even the ubiquitous nosy old lady seems to have too much of an interest in police activities. Given that it is bleak America though, Ulysses perhaps expects the guns …

Normal EXCLUSIVE: Lena Headey reveals how she got roped in to play Moira, working with Bob Odenkirk and Ben Wheatley

Normal EXCLUSIVE: Lena Headey reveals how she got roped in to play Moira, working with Bob Odenkirk and Ben Wheatley

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As Sheriff Ulysses heads to a strange little land in Minnesota, he is handed more than what he bargained for. Initially setting a lull place, his replacement as the town’s lead police officer is tied to greater secrets that he now gets to explore, and discover a sinister scheme running in the underground.  Ahead of marking its theatrical release, American action film Normal’s Lena Headey revealed to Pinkvilla a few exclusive details about her casting, including what it was like sharing the set with the memorable Bob Odenkirk as well as being directed by Ben Wheatley.  Talking about what attracted her to the project, Lena Headey said, “I just got sent the script and thought it would be great fun to work with Bob and Ben Wheatley, and the script was a good time. So here I am.” Check out the film’s trailer below: Talking about the character of Moira, she revealed how, being a local of the town of Normal, the woman was also a hesitant dreamer. After returning, things are not the same …

New OTT releases this week on Netflix, Jio Hotstar and ZEE5

New OTT releases this week on Netflix, Jio Hotstar and ZEE5

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This week’s new releases Christmas has arrived, and the entertainment industry has delivered a variety of new movies and shows to commemorate the celebrations and the winter season. OTT enthusiasts will be thrilled this time. Throughout Christmas week, from December 22 to 28, 2025, an array of remarkable films and series spanning multiple genres, including passionate romantic dramas and gripping thrillers, will debut on numerous OTT platforms. Let’s dive into the complete array of new OTT releases for full enjoyment this Christmas week. Andhra Ruler Taluka (Telugu) Ram Pothineni’s Andhra King Taluka narrates the tale of a superstar who was once renowned but is no longer at the height of his profession. His 100th movie is abruptly halted because of financial issues when an anonymous benefactor comes forward and puts the needed funds into his account. But who is this enigmatic assistant? What is his background, and why does he wish to invest such a significant amount in this star? Everything will be disclosed solely after viewing the movie. You can watch it on Netflix …

Happy Birthday Bob Odenkirk: When Better Call Saul Star Revealed How 2021 Heart Attack Changed His Life

Happy Birthday Bob Odenkirk: When Better Call Saul Star Revealed How 2021 Heart Attack Changed His Life

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Bob Odenkirk is someone who has consistently delivered amazing performances in many highly acclaimed projects such as Better Call Saul, Nobody, and many more. The actor, born on October 22, 1962, has turned 62 this year. As he celebrates his birthday, here is a look back at the time when the Breaking Bad star opened up about how his life had taken a dramatic turn following his 2021 heart attack. In a March 2023 article, Bob Odenkirk stated, “I’m still coming to terms with it,” while reflecting on his life and the heart attack during an interview with PEOPLE. For those who may not know, Odenkirk experienced a serious heart attack while filming scenes for his character Saul Goodman, from the still-legendary series Better Call Saul. According to the outlet, the actor had no recollection of the terrifying incident, after which he was rushed to a hospital in Albuquerque. During the conversation with the outlet, the star—who also provided the voice for Winston Deavor in the 2018 animated film Incredibles 2—shared that he often thinks …

Breaking Bad actor Bob Odenkirk finds out he is related to King Charles III

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It turns out actor Bob Odenkirk is related to royalty. He, who is best known for Breaking Bad and Better Call Saul, discovered the same on TV recently after he appeared on Genealogy-based US television show Finding Your Roots. Going by the show, Bob is the 11th cousin of King Charles III. Also read: Better Call Saul, When great isn’t good enough for the Emmys Bob Odenkirk finds his royal roots on a TV show. (Photo by JC Olivera / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA / Getty Images via AFP)(Getty Images via AFP) How Bob Odenkirk is related to King Charles Bob Odenkirk’s family is from Chicago, where he was raised. In the show, ancestry experts claim that Bob’s fifth great-grandfather, Friedrich Carl Steinholz, was born in Plön, Germany, in 1755. Host Henry Louis Gates Jr tells the actor that Steinholz was born out of wedlock with the Duke of Plön, who is a part of Europe’s royal family due to intermarriage. HT has launched it’s new Cricket page. Click here to know more! Bob reacts …

Better Call Saul: When great isn’t good enough for the Emmys

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The Emmys were dominated by Succession, The Bear, and Beef, but critical and fan-favourite Better Call Saul failed to break its long-time losing streak. In 2019, Better Call Saul set an unenviable Emmy record – it became the most nominated show with no wins. It then broke this record in 2020, again in 2022, and finally for the last time this year, ending at a staggering 53 nominations and zero wins. (Technically speaking, the marketing team did win two Emmys in the Outstanding Short Form Comedy or Drama category for promotional material in 2017 and 2020, but those are awarded to the channel, in this case, AMC, and not to the show.) (Also read: Emmy Awards 2024 full list of winners: Succession and The Bear tie with six wins each) Bob Odenkirk as Saul Goodman in Better Call Saul. Better Call Saul and its Breaking Bad pedigree Better Call Saul is part of the Breaking Bad universe, a spin-off focusing on supporting character Saul Goodman as played by comedy legend, Bob Odenkirk. The show functions …