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Star Wars Actor Completely Transforms In Gripping Hulu Biopic
By TeeJay Small
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By now, we’ve all seen just how much incredible range Kylo Ren actor Adam Driver can pack into his many performances. Whether he’s swaying his head while demanding his partner “go back to the cluuub” or plunging a lightsaber through his father’s gut, Driver is known to bring a high level of intensity and gripping screen presence to his films. 2023’s Ferrari, which is currently streaming on Hulu, is one such movie exemplifying Driver’s talents, as the actor completely transforms himself into the real-life entrepreneur Enzo Ferrari.
What Is Ferrari About?
For those not familiar with Ferrari, the movie serves as a biopic about the professional and personal struggles of the eponymous Italian race car manufacturer. The film opens in 1957, as Enzo prepares to embark upon a 1,000-mile open-road race despite multiple ongoing crises in his personal life. As he sets off, we see that his wife is grieving the death of their only son, while his mistress prepares Enzo’s illegitimate child for his upcoming confirmation into the Catholic Church.
As the narrative carries on, we learn that things aren’t much better in Enzo’s professional life, as his vehicle manufacturing company is hemorrhaging money, forcing him to cut a deal with his competitors. Facing financial ruin, Ferrari must fork over a bankruptcy-inducing check of $500,000 to his wife in order to secure her shares of the company, as she uncovers the truth about his affairs.
By the time the Ferrari movie comes to a climactic finish, Enzo finds himself at the center of a major scandal with the press, a major kink in the line of succession, and split between the two women he claims to love.
Mixed Reviews
Ferrari received mixed reviews from professional movie critics upon release, with many praising Adam Driver’s performance over all other elements of the film. Today, the movie touts a solid 73 percent critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, with a 74 percent general audience score to match.
Personally, I found this film to be quite entertaining and fascinating, but I can definitely see that it’s not for everyone. If you have any personal interest in cars, racing, or the history of the automobile industry, you’ll enjoy Ferrari, as the film offers a genuine deep dive into the luxury Ferrari brand.
Streaming Ferrari
Though the film was well promoted, Ferrari failed to make back its budget at the box office, making it a certifiable bomb. This is quite a shame, as filmmaker Michael Mann had been trying to get this film off the ground since the early 1990s, and was even in talks to sign Robert De Niro as the lead in a 1993 iteration of the script. Still, the fact that the Ferrari movie is out and available to stream means that the film will outlive its reputation, and find new audiences better suited to enjoy the story.
If you’re interested in checking out Ferrari today, be sure to stream the underrated movie on Hulu. While it’s a long shot from Adam Driver’s best film, it certainly makes leaps and bounds over projects such as Megalopolis, which has been growing a reputation online for being a complete train wreck.
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
This license comes with:
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Word
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Excel
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PowerPoint
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Outlook
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OneNote
The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
Why rent when you can own?
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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