Netflix has removed one of Taylor Sheridan‘s most beloved films from its catalog. It became a casualty of the May 1 purge (as it were). Released in US theaters on Aug. 12, 2016, Hell or High Water grossed $37.9 million at the box office on a $12 million budget. The neo-Western crime drama was widely lauded for being a “well-crafted, well-acted Western heist thriller that eschews mindless gunplay in favor of confident pacing and full-bodied characters.”
Here’s a synopsis:
“A divorced father and his ex-con brother plan a series of heists against the bank that’s about to foreclose on their family ranch.”
The film stars Ben Foster as Tanner Howard, Chris Pine as Toby Howard, Gil Birmingham (who would go on to star in Sheridan’s signature hit series Yellowstone) as Texas Ranger Alberto Parker, Dale Dickey as Elsie, Marin Ireland as Debbie Howard, Amber Midthunder as Natalie Martinez, Katy Mixon as Jenny Ann, and Jeff Bridges as Texas Ranger Marcus Hamilton. Sheridan also appears as a cowboy. David Mackenzie directed from Sheridan’s script.
Hell or High Water is the second film in Sheridan’s American Frontier trilogy, the first being the critically acclaimed Sicario (2015) and the second being Wind River (2017).
The American Film Institute selected the Western as one of the Top 10 films of 2016. Later, in 2021, members of the Writers Guild of America West and East branches voted Sheridan’s script at No. 64 on the guild’s list of the “101 Greatest Screenplays of the 21st Century (So Far).” Hell or High Water was also nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay, Best Editing, and Best Supporting Actor for Bridges.
If you’re wondering where you can stream it next, fret not—Peacock now has it on its platform. It’s also on Philo for free and can be purchased on Prime Video and Fandango at Home.
Have you checked the Dr. Martens “Last Chance” section lately? Something big is going on: There are tons of great shoes and leather boots with markdowns of up to 50% off. Those kinds of discounts are incredibly rare for Docs, and as you’d expect, some of them are selling lightning fast. But there are still great deals to be found, and this gorgeous pair of suede shoes is at the top of many shopping lists.
Dr. Martens’ 8053 Waxy Suede Shoes are on sale for $75, a 50% discount from their normal price of $150. These are classic and coveted Docs shoes with all the hallmarks of the brand, including a chunky PVC sole with iconic yellow stitching. This is the best price you’ll find for the 8053 anywhere—at $75, it even beats the price for a pre-owned pair of the same model.
Dr. Martens 8053 Waxy Suede Shoes, $75 (was $150) at Dr. Martens
The 8053 is a sturdy, handsome shoe that is essentially just a version of the original 1461, but with ankle padding. It’s been a part of the Docs lineup for decades, and its classic lines give it a timeless workwear-inflected aesthetic that pairs beautifully with casual outfits.
This particular version features an upper made from hardy Bronx suede, a firm, heavyweight hide with a slightly oily finish. It’s rugged and tough, it looks great, and it gets better with time: It’ll develop unique creases and patina as the shoe breaks in.
The upper has a five-eyelet layout and is constructed with contrasting white Puritan stitching (double and triple stitched in some places for extra durability). A padded ankle collar keeps the fit comfortable, and the upper rides on a heat-sealed PVC sole with Dr. Marten’s instantly recognizable yellow Goodyear welt stitching.
Docs’ shoes and boots are known for their bold aesthetic and rock-solid build quality, and you’ll get both with the 8053, according to those who have worn them. Reviewers called these kicks “so comfortable” and “extremely well made,” and they loved the aesthetic of the light tan Bronx suede upper. One reviewer praised the shoe as “good looking and durable.” It’s rare to find a pair of shoes that earns such high marks for both form and function, but the 8053 isn’t an ordinary shoe.
The Dr. Martens “Last Chance” section is a hotbed of activity right now, and shoes are selling out left and right. At 50% off, the 8053 is one of the best deals on the site, and this model isn’t going to last long at this price—snag your pair ASAP before they disappear.
Springtime adventurers know the benefits that a premium rain jacket can have outdoors. Say you’re hitting a 14er in May, or you’re out on the ocean for a day-long fishing trip, and partway through, the sky opens up. There’s not much you can do in the middle of nowhere, and that’s why it pays to have something with proven waterproofing. Most times, layers like this—ones built for serious rain—can cost a lot of money, but REI has a big deal on one from Mammut, dropping the price by nearly half.
The Mammut Ducan Guide HS Hooded Jacket is on sale for $150, a 49% discount from its normal price of $299. This is a top-quality rain jacket you can depend on: It features a robust three-layer waterproof design for maximum protection from the elements. It’s on sale across three colorways with a full size range from small to 2XL, but what’s more impressive is that it’s also the most affordable 3L rain jacket available and widely in-stock at REI right now.
Mammut Ducan Guide HS Hooded Jacket, $150 (was $299) at REI
The Ducan Guide HS is a hard-shell jacket you can rely on through rainy commutes and backcountry hiking trips, among plenty of other types of excursions. The core feature is its three-layer design: A Mammut Dry Tour laminate system sandwiches the waterproof membrane between two layers of fabric, protecting the membrane while offering lockdown protection from the rain and wind. It’s made from 100% recycled polyester, and it includes dual pit zippers, so you can open up the vents and dump heat when you’re working hard.
Beyond this, the shoulder seams are placed for optimal comfort when wearing a pack, and the hood can be adjusted with a single cinch to keep your head protected from the elements (the high stand collar helps with that, too). Velcro cuffs and a cinchable hem help you lock out drafts, and Mammut used water-resistant zippers on the main closure and the dual hand pockets to prevent leaks.
REI shoppers called the Ducan “breathable and tough” and said it performed well through all kinds of outdoor adventures—even skiing. Reviewers appreciated its relatively lightweight feel, especially considering its burly 3L construction, and said it’s “very comfortable” to wear. And, of course, the waterproofing really works. Multiple shoppers highlighted its robust protection and said it’s “very effective at shedding moisture.”
With the Mammut Ducan in your pack, rainy weather won’t derail your day—and at just $150, it’s an awesome bargain for a true 3L rain jacket. Snag yours ASAP, because I have a feeling REI shoppers are going to snap this one up quickly.
Panerai is diving deeper into high-performance watchmaking with the launch of the Submersible GMT PAM01495, a brawny timepiece that fuses skeletonized style with serious underwater capability. Rooted in the brand’s heritage of crafting precision instruments for the Italian Navy, the new model offers a unique titanium twist on Panerai’s tool watch repertoire.
The oversized, 47mm case is made using Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) titanium, a 3D-printing technique that reduces weight while maintaining structural integrity. Built layer by layer, the case features internal cavities that cut mass while retaining strength—resulting in a material that is 25% lighter than traditional titanium and over 50% lighter than steel.
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The skeletonized movement is composed of 341 components, including a polarized date display that remains nearly invisible until viewed through its aperture—preserving a clear view of the watch’s intricate mechanics.
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The deep-sea powerhouse features a unidirectional rotating bezel with a matte blue ceramic insert and a 500 meter water resistance. An AM/PM indicator features a high-visibility orange hand inspired by marine signaling tools, while a patented jumping-hour mechanism allows for easy time zone adjustments.
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It’s powered by a micro-rotor system with a 72-hour reserve and features Super-LumiNova-treated markers for murky underwater conditions, with the minute hands and bezel dots emitting a blue glow and all other elements glowing green. Finished with a blue rubber strap and delivered in a luxe blue cherry wood box, the Submersible GMT PAM01495 is available exclusively at Panerai boutiques for $67,500. Unfortunately, that hefty price tag doesn’t include the curated trip through Italy offered with Panerai’s Radiomir Viaggio nel Tempo Experience Set, the brand’s recently-launched watch and travel pairing.
Riding the historic wave of box-office success of Michael, Lionsgate, Universal, and the powers that be are moving forward with a sequel (unofficially dubbed Michael 2 for now). While this is great news for many fans of the original movie, my inquisitive nature has given me a bit of pause for a few reasons, one of which, ironically, is Janet Jackson.
To be clear, by and large, I did like the Michael film for the music, the nostalgia, and the acting (especially by Jaafar Jackson and Juliano Valdi). However, I previously noted that two major events were left out. There was no mention of his time making The Wiz, where he developed a bond with Quincy Jones to create one of the best artist/producer duos of all time, and Michael’s massive purchase of a bulk of The Beatles’ catalog isn’t discussed. Michael also had important people in the King of Pop’s life missing. Diana Ross was notably absent due to “certain legal considerations,” and Janet “declined” to participate.
Zeroing in on Janet, if she declined to be in the first film, I have no reason to think she’ll be in the sequel, and that leads me to believe that would-be viewers of Michael 2 won’t see another career-defining and history-making moment of Michael’s life.
Michael and Janet Jackson Made History with “Scream” in ‘95
Football: Super Bowl XXVII: Celebrity musician Michael Jackson performs halftime show during Dallas Cowboys vs Buffalo Bills. Pasadena, CA 1/31/1993 CREDIT: Damian Strohmeyer (Photo by Damian Strohmeyer /Sports Illustrated via Getty Images)
Written and produced by Michael, Janet, and Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, “Scream” was a melodic clapback to all the public fodder largely surrounding Michael in 1995. Additionally, the song was Michael and Janet’s biggest collaboration, and at the time, it made history as the highest-charting debut single on the Billboard Hot 100, debuting at #5. But where the sibling collaboration really popped was in the video.
“Scream” holds a place in the Guinness Book of World Records as the most expensive music video ever, costing $7 million. The 4:47-minute music video is mesmerizing. Shot in black and white, with a futuristic backdrop, the siblings dance in lockstep with one another, each holding their own. The video went on to earn Michael and Janet a Grammy for Best Music Video, and at the time, they set a record for the most MTV Music Award nominations for a single video with 11.
Why ‘Scream’ Would Be Interesting to Watch in ‘Michael 2’
Janet Jackson at the grand opening of The Cove Atlantis on Paradise Island (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Kerzner International)
Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage for Kerzner International
By 1995, Michael was going through it. He was still trying to come from underneath the 1993 allegations, and the tabloids made him a punchline or punching bag regularly. Then there was Janet. She was at a point in her career where she was thriving, having released three megahit albums back to back (Rhythm Nation, Control, and janet.) In fact, there’s an argument to be made that she was just as popular, if not more so, than her famous older brother at that time.
It would have been intriguing to see the sibling competitiveness that may have existed in the duo’s adult dynamic, as Jimmy Jam suggests there was. Speaking to People, Jam stated, “So I felt a little bit of the competitiveness, which was cool.” And while he said it was cool, Janet talks about the collaboration in a slightly different tone.
In her documentary, Janet Jackson, she talks about this project being Michael’s and her being there “to support.” She also talks about how it was “tough” shooting the video, as they went beyond the “three-day shoot” plan, the price of the video ballooned, and she shot her parts during the day while he shot at night. She also accused his record label of trying to make things competitive between her and her brother, and she felt “hurt” by the experience. Take a look at a clip from the doc below.
All in all, while I’m sure Michael 2 can make it without Janet and may gloss over the “Scream” experience entirely, I can’t help but think about the potential missed opportunity to explore the making of the song and video, and all the familial dynamics that were at play. Oh, and to be clear, I don’t doubt that Michael and Janet were close. They likely just had a “sibling moment.”
