DAVID LEE

Planta is part of a small, Toronto-based chain.

Netflix could be a dominant force at next month’s 53rd NAACP Image Awards.

In this world, there’s a book for everybody.

“Spike” is a new photograph book to be published November 17.

Judge David Lee says in his court order that ‘time is of the essence’ to provide students with a sound basic education.

The Screen Actors Guild has nominated the cast for a SAG Award for outstanding performance by a cast in a motion picture. But the SAG Awards, presented by SAG-AFTRA, are considered a far better barometer for the Academy Awards, where actors account for the largest percentage of the academy. Usually, the eventual Oscar best picture winner is first nominated for best ensemble by the SAG Awards, though “Green Book” and “The Shape of Water" were two recent exceptions. In 2019, he memorably a ccepted the SAG ensemble award for “Black Panther." Aside from Boseman and Oldman, the nominees for best male actor in a lead role were Riz Ahmed (“Sound of Metal”), Anthony Hopkins (“The Father”) and Steven Yeun (“Minari”).

This image released by Netflix shows, from second left, Norm Lewis, Clarke Peters Isiah Whitlock Jr., and Delroy Lindo in a scene from "Da 5 Bloods," named one of the top 10 films of the year by The American Film Institute. (David Lee/Netflix via AP)The American Film Institute on Monday announced its top 10 films of the year, including Pixar’s jazz themed “Soul” and two of Chadwick Boseman’s final films: the August Wilson adaptation “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” and Spike Lee’s Vietnam drama “Da 5 Bloods,” both of which are Netflix films. AFI also selected Warner Bros.’ Black Panther Party film “Judas and the Black Messiah” which will have its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on Feb. 1. The AFI also named its top 10 television shows, including Netflix’s “The Queen’s Gambit,” the Disney+ phenomenon “The Mandalorian” and Apple TV+’s “Ted Lasso.”The selection jury included filmmakers Rian Johnson and Lulu Wang. The group also included a special citation for “Hamilton.”In lieu of the annual luncheon celebrating the honorees, AFI will hold a virtual benediction on Feb. 26 streaming on YouTube and the AFI website.

In the realm of short films, many wonderful works debuted this year. It's intimate and empathetic in the best way, and Sidney Flanigan's central performance is stunning. First CowKelly Reichardt's films are not for everyone — they're quiet meditations on humanity and our follies — but First Cow might be her most accessible. Kate Lyn Sheil best exemplifies the tragic nature of the film’s premise without ever sacrificing the humor. David Byrne's American UtopiaDavid Byrne's concert tour turned Broadway show turned feature film is one of the best works of art released this year.

Planta Queen, the much-anticipated sister to Planta on South Beach, is set to open on Saturday, November 7, in the newly refurbished CocoWalk in Coconut Grove. The difference is that Planta Queen offers Asian-inspired dishes, whereas the original Planta serves a variety of dishes, including plant-based sushi. "It's what you would imagine if you were going to an Asian-inspired restaurant," Lee says of Planta Queen. LocalCommunityJournalismI Support Support the independent voice of Miami and help keep the future of New Times free. Planta Queen.

This image released by Netflix shows Michael Potts, from left, Chadwick Boseman and Colman Domingo in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom." Netflix on Monday previewed George C. Wolfes August Wilson adaptation Ma Raineys Black Bottom, showcasing Chadwick Bosemans final performance opposite Viola Davis powerhouse blues singer. (David Lee/Netflix via AP)

Impossible Foods will soon being selling its plant-based meat in around 1,000 grocery stores in the U.S., CFO David Lee told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Friday. Impossible Foods, which is privately held, first debuted its plant-based meat in grocery stores in September, first in California and then on the East Coast. Founded in 2011, Impossible Foods initially was sold at restaurants and other eateries before establishing an in-store presence. Lee said the coronavirus pandemic has impacted many of the restaurants with which Impossible Foods partners. A 12-ounce package of Impossible Burger is priced between $8.99 and $9.99 in stores, according to a release from the company.

Bibi SipraA loan program meant to pump fast cash into small businesses has failed on almost all accounts, according to business owners. The Economic Injury Disaster Loan program is among the core financial-relief measures the federal government has pushed to entrepreneurs hobbled by the coronavirus pandemic. 'It's a nightmare'The program is the lesser-known cousin of the Paycheck Protection Program, a $349 billion forgivable loan program created by the $2 trillion coronavirus relief package signed March 27. But disaster loans are much more meager than originally anticipated due to high demand and insufficient federal funding. Yet business owners are requesting an average $200,000, Sen. Ben Cardin, D-Md., said in a speech April 9.

(CNN) - Impossible Burgers will hit grocery shelves for the first time on Friday. Impossible is launching its retail product as the meatless meat sector starts to become more crowded. The Impossible Burger debuted three years ago at Momofuku Nishi, a high-end restaurant in New York City owned by chef David Chang. Today, the Impossible Burger is served at over 17,000 restaurants, including Burger King and White Castle. It plans to make the Impossible Burger available in retail stores nationwide by the middle of next year.