Wilfred Okiche
@drwill20
Followers
2K
Following
31K
Media
1K
Statuses
44K
@USC alum Words: @thecontinent_, @FT, @guardian, @Variety, @IndieWire, @NotebookMubi, @Filmkrant, @okayafrica. @RottenTomatoes certified. @CriticsChoice member
Lagos
Joined April 2011
Breaking News: The Trump administration plans to ramp up efforts to strip some naturalized Americans of their citizenship, internal documents obtained by The New York Times show, marking an aggressive new phase in President Trump’s immigration crackdown.
nytimes.com
An official with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services said it would prioritize “those who’ve unlawfully obtained U.S. citizenship.”
766
1K
3K
Exclusive: The Department of Health and Human Services has terminated seven grants totaling millions of dollars to the American Academy of Pediatrics. The association has been one of the harshest critics of Health Secretary RFK Jr.’s changes to federal vaccine policy.
washingtonpost.com
HHS cuts key AAP grants, citing concerns about “identity-based language” and insufficient focus on agency priorities. The organization said the cuts could harm child health.
105
647
764
Is Vanity Fair good again?
Throughout the first year of Donald Trump’s second administration, Vanity Fair writer Chris Whipple has interviewed Susie Wiles, White House chief of staff, amid each moment of crisis. His insider’s account of Trump 2.0 joins the photography of Christopher Anderson for a
0
0
0
#Oscars Shortlist: Best International Film Argentina, “Belén” Brazil, “The Secret Agent” France, “It Was Just an Accident” Germany, “Sound of Falling” India, “Homebound” Iraq, “The President’s Cake” Japan, “Kokuho” Jordan, “All That’s Left of You” Norway, “Sentimental
variety.com
Oscars announce shortlists in 12 categories including casting, cinematography, score, song, international feature, documentary feature and more.
65
291
2K
Kevin Bacon fights back tears in an emotional Instagram video tribute to Rob Reiner, who directed him "A Few Good Men": “I’m not sure how to do this, but Rob Reiner gave me a job in ‘A Few Good Men.’ Sometime in the ’90s, I guess it was. I was over the moon to get that job –
93
2K
16K
We're devastated by the loss of our longtime friend and collaborator Rob Reiner, an incomparable and beloved Hollywood icon whose comedic genius and dramatic virtuosity has had an immeasurable impact on cinema. His movies have brought endless love and joy to all our lives. He and
38
3K
35K
On behalf of Director Park Chan-wook's new film, we are cordially inviting all Fortune 500 CEOs to a special screening of NO OTHER CHOICE. This is truly a film that speaks to our gracious executive leaders and the culture they have cultivated. RSVP at nootherceo@neonrated.com
160
2K
23K
Me during Hamnet when Paul Mescal starts reciting "To be or not to be..."
1
0
1
Obsessed with the Big Little Lies book so now I have to watch the show. Who knew messy white school moms give great drama.
1
0
0
I get bored by writing that engages with the Berlinale in terms of proximity to the Oscars. Yes, big premieres are nice but the Berlinale has a different value esp for indie indie films. And that's ok. Oscars aren't the only game in cinema. https://t.co/uCYfaUivCr
nytimes.com
The festival, which takes place in winter and late in the award season, has, in recent years, been somewhat overshadowed by its sister events in Cannes and Venice.
0
0
1
The year in movies, as chosen by @drwill20, The Continent’s film critic. https://t.co/nlQY3DNURU
0
6
18
the most sensitive male strippers in all of the Catskills
73
727
9K
All Protocol Observed Welcome to Issue 224 of The Continent We celebrate people whose purpose and passion shine through a tumultuous 2025, embodying Khalil Gibran’s words that “work is love made visible.” Meet our Africans of the Year: https://t.co/4T0E65P2Nm
7
109
260
I had fun reading to some Burke Elementary students at the Chicago Public Library today. When the Obama Presidential Center opens next year, we’ll have a new branch of the library for the community to enjoy.
11K
25K
201K
Didn't have Nancy Mace praising Nancy Pelosi on my bingo card.
nytimes.com
The system in the House promotes control by party leaders over accountability and achievement.
0
0
0