Acclaimed filmmaker Rob Reiner discusses his latest movie, "LBJ", and what attracted him to the project. Reiner talks about the parallels between the film and the current state of race relations in America. He discusses why the movie carries such relevance at this point in the nation's history. Reiner also weighs in on the widening Harvey Weinstein scandal and says that men need to step up and be a part of the solution.
Reiner was nominated for an Oscar in 1993 for "A Few Good Men." He's also got a couple Golden Globe nods and Emmy wins. The legendary director and producer first came into the spotlight playing Michael "Meathead" Stivic on "All in the Family" alongside the late Carroll O'Connor and Jean Stapleton.
Among his many acting credits are "Wolf of Wall Street" and "This Is Spinal Tap." He's also directed "The American President," "When Harry Met Sally," and "Stand By Me."
The celebrity stylist and designer told Cheddar's Hope King that she has turned from TV to Instagram to bring viewers "an inside look" at her life. "It's important for me to really show people real life and the struggles," says Zoe.
The actor, who played Toby Flenderson on "The Office," told Cheddar there may be a comeback, but perhaps with "a completely new cast." Lieberstein's new movie "Song of Back and Neck," which premiered Monday at the Tribeca Film Festival and is his first foray into filmmaking, was inspired by his chronic back pain.
The actress and daughter of writer/director Kevin Smith, says the Facebook-owned platform has been the most effective in helping her advocate for animal rights and veganism because it enables engagement. But she thinks overall, "everybody needs to learn how to be more compassionate with each other" on the platform. Smith's new movie, "All These Small Things," debuts on April 24 at the Tribeca Film Festival.
The fashion designer said she has seen several feminist movements "hit a wall," and women need to work with men to keep the #TimesUp movement going.
The designer behind the sleeping bag coat says the industry needs to adapt to a more automated supply chain and find creative ways to interact with customers. "It's an investment we all have to make," Kamali told Cheddar in an interview Monday.
The actor grew up on the sets of "Platoon" and "JFK" with his father, Oscar Award-winning filmmaker Oliver Stone. Now he's carrying on the family legacy with his new movie, "Fury of the Fist and the Golden Fleece," an 80s-style martial arts satire. "We need more 80s mentality now," Stone told Cheddar Monday.
This movie about Jack and the Beanstalk uses VR technology to put you at the center of the action. "It's going to tackle pretty much every sense," explains Mathias Chelebourg, the creator of "Jack: Part One," one of the most talked-about projects at the Tribeca Film Festival this year.
Matt Barnes, who won the NBA Championship with the Golden State Warriors last year, says professional athletes shouldn't be punished for using marijuana and that he actually played his best when high.
Murray Cummings, director of the film "SONGWRITER", which debuts at the Tribeca Film Festival, discusses the documentary that follows the Grammy-winning artist. Cummings is also Sheeran's cousin.
The documentary short tells the story of Jewish seniors who celebrate the sabbath at a Wendy's restaurant. Rachel Myers, the director, and her grandmother Roberta Mahler tell the story.
