‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Star Oona Chaplin Nearly Changed Name to Distance Herself From Charlie Chaplin

Oona Chaplin, who is the granddaughter of Charlie Chaplin, recently told The Times (as reported by Variety) that she once thought about changing her name to avoid being defined by her famous family connection. Before landing a role in Avatar: Fire and Ash, she was known for playing Talisa Maegyr on HBO’s Game of Thrones and Zilpha Geary in Tom Hardy’s FX series Taboo. Chaplin admitted that while her name may have initially helped her get opportunities, she’s had to work hard to feel she earned her success in Hollywood.

6 Cold Opens That Changed Their Sitcoms’ Stories Massively

Most episode introductions didn’t really affect the main storyline. They usually just set the scene or provided a chance to include a quick joke that didn’t fit elsewhere. But occasionally, a cold open would dramatically shift things, either with a sudden, intense moment or by hinting at a future event that significantly impacted the characters and the show’s direction. These memorable openings truly left their mark.

Father Mother Sister Brother Review: Jim Jarmusch’s Relatable Family Comedy Struggles To Justify Its Unique Structure

While Father Mother Sister Brother has an interesting premise, it doesn’t quite live up to its potential. The film feels like three separate stories awkwardly combined rather than a unified narrative. Though each segment has its strengths – including a very funny performance by Adam Driver – the movie often feels slow-paced and lacks a clear focus.