Here’s another fantastic find for the archives. In the September 28, 1981, programme of “Film 81 with Barry Norman”, the BBC took us behind the scenes of “The French Lieutenant’s Woman”, which was released in the United Kingdom the following month. Besides some amazing footage from the filming, the segment also featured interviews with Karel Reisz and Jeremy Irons on the set, both reminiscing on working with “America’s greatest new star” Meryl Streep – as well as an interview with Meryl herself, conducted in London for the film’s release. The entire programme can be found in the video archive. Screencaptures have been added to the photo archive.

A couple of few, but rare production stills have been added to the archives. The oldest find comes from the 1975 National Playwrights Conference rehearsal for “Dead and Never Called Me Mother”. There’s also a wonderful on-set picture from the filming of “Ironweed”, showing Streep and Nicholson out of character with author William Kennedy and his wife. The most recent find is a fantastic promotional still of Dee Dee Allen from “The Prom”. Enjoy the new editions and have a nice weekend everybody.

A big batch of newspaper articles on Meryl Streep’s appearance at Spain’s Princesa de Asturias Awards have been added to the photo gallery, with many thanks to Alvaro for collecting and sending them in. There are also a couple of international articles on “Only Murders in the Building” and the recent Albie Awards. For a complete list of updates, have a look at the list below. Enjoy your weekend.

On we go with a second batch of updates from Spain’s Princesa de Asturias Awards. Meryl Streep was honored yesterday for her achievement in film with attendances at an awards photocall and, of course, the ceremony. The day before, she attended the awards’ annual concert as well. Pictures from all remaining appearances have been added to the photo gallery. Next up will be video clips from the ceremonies and the numerous conversation panels from earlier this week. Enjoy.

Meryl Streep has spent the week in Spain as a recipient of the 2023 Princesa de Asturias Awards, which will be handed out today. But Streep was in full demand these past few days with an array of conversation panels and surprise visits. She was joined by fellow actor (and two-time co-star) Antonio Banderas for a conversation panel about her career, and also attended a meeting with students at the La Fabrica de Armas cultural center in Oviedo. Yesterday, she paid a visit to the Superior School of Dramatic Arts in Gijon. Pictures from all appearances have been added to the photo gallery, with many thanks to Glenn for all the heads-up. Updates from the awards ceremony and videos will follow this weekend.

It’s a wrap for “Only Murders in the Building”‘s third season. The doors are open for a fourth season, and there’s even a chance for more Loretta. If you want to read all about the twists and turns of the final episode, make sure to read the in-depth recap page on “Opening Night”. Screencaptures have been added to the photo gallery. Once again, many thanks to M for covering the complete season for us. Much appreciated. Edit: Apparently, the screencaptures were not uploaded correctly with a big batch missing. Thanks to everybody for the heads-up. The missing screencaptures have been added, so make sure to revisit the photo gallery. Additional production stills have been updated as well.

Meryl Streep made a surprise appearance at yesterday’s Albie Awards in New York City. The awards, run by The Clooney Foundation for Justice, exist “to shine a protective spotlight on courageous justice defenders who are at risk,” according to an official online statement. The Albies are named after anti-apartheid hero Justice Albie Sachs, who received a lifetime achievement award at the inaugural event. This year, Dr Denis Mukwege from the Republic of Congo received this prestigious award for his life-changing work as gynecologist, treating survivors of wartime sexual violence. Viola Davis presented Dr Mukwege with the award. “I thank you for radicalising love, for making these women feel whole, and thank you for not leaving them behind,” the actor said to the awardee. Meryl Streep also addressed the room. “Throughout history, there have been tyrants. And regardless of how long it takes, they always fall,” she said. Pictures from the event have been added to the photo gallery.

Screencaptures from the ninth episode of “Only Murders in the Building” have been added to the photo gallery – an episode action packed with twists, turns and revelations. Again, please be aware that the screencaptures might contain spoilers – as does the recap page for the episode. As always, many thanks to M as well for providing the screencaptures. Enjoy.

Screencaptures from yesterday’s eighth episode of “Only Murders in the Building” have been added to the photo gallery. As we’re only two episodes away from the season finale, more and more secrets are being revealed about who’s behind Ben’s killing. There have been plenty of revelations – and more singing by Streep’s Loretta. Be aware that the screencaptures might contain spoilers – as does the recap page for the episode. As always, many thanks to M as well for providing the screencaptures. Additionally, production stills from the episode have been added as well. Enjoy.

It’s been 15 years since the theatrical release of “Mamma Mia!” in 2008 – and Vogue has consulted everyone – literally everyone involved with the film except for Julie Walters – to reflect on its filming, its release and the chances for a third film to fulfill Judy Cramer’s dream of a “Mamma Mia” trilogy. The oral history is a long read with countless new information from behind the scenes and who was considered for which parts, so head over to Vogue to read the entire article. A couple of new production stills and on-set pictures from the article have been added to the photo gallery as well.

I’m up for anything. I’ll have to schedule a knee scoping before we film, but if there’s an idea that excites me, I’m totally there. I told Judy if she could figure out a way to reincarnate Donna, I’m into that. Or it could be like in one of those soap operas where Donna comes back and reveals it was really her twin sister that died. (Meryl Streep, Vogue, September 12, 2023)