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Following is a summary of current entertainment news briefs. Mattel is bringing 'Bob the Builder' to the big screen Renowned toy company, Mattel, is embarking on its latest toy-inspired film project, “Bob the Builder,” the brand’s first animated theatrical movie.

Following is a summary of current entertainment news briefs.

Mattel is bringing 'Bob the Builder' to the big screen

Renowned toy company, Mattel, is embarking on its latest toy-inspired film project, “Bob the Builder,” the brand’s first animated theatrical movie. The movie stars “In the Heights” actor Anthony Ramos as the voice of Roberto, “Bob,” who travels to Puerto Rico for a major construction job. There, he tackles various issues around the island and learns the true meaning of building as he experiences Caribbean-Latin culture.

'Masters of the Air' star Austin Butler hails WW2 pilots' heroism

The much awaited World War Two series "Masters of the Air" makes its streaming debut on Friday. Conceived and produced by Steven Spielberg and Tom Hanks, the "Band of Brothers" spin-off's stellar ensemble cast includes actors Austin Butler, Callum Turner, Barry Keoghan, Ncuti Gatwa and Raff Law.

Tom Odell on fans embracing his truthful anxieties: 'It's so magical'

British singer-songwriter Tom Odell surged in popularity in the last two years and even returned to the UK charts in 2022 with his 2012 debut single "Another Love", a song used heavily on social media to soundtrack anti-government protests in Iran and by peace activists in Ukraine. His latest single "Black Friday", also the title of his new album released on Friday, appears to follow suit with its themes about self-deprecation and anxiety, and has been used for videos displaying those subjects on TikTok.