Jake Gyllenhaal performs End of the Road on SNL season 49 finale
Andy Hoglund, freelance writer at Entertainment Weekly since 2019, reflects on the highs and lows of Saturday Night Live season 49.
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Andy Hoglund, freelance writer at Entertainment Weekly since 2019, reflects on the highs and lows of Saturday Night Live season 49.
Maya Rudolph slayed her "SNL" return, celebrating Mother's Day with iconic characters, hilarious rapping, and a ballroom culture-inspired monologue.
Bradley Cooper's cameo on "Abbott Elementary" after Oscars loss showcases his humor and humility, making fans love him even more.
Senator Katie Britt's dramatic State of the Union rebuttal was hilariously parodied on SNL, featuring Scarlett Johansson's emotional performance.
Actress Sydney Sweeney hosts SNL with musical guest Kacey Musgraves. Co-star Glen Powell pokes fun at relationship rumors. Stay tuned!
Shane Gillis returns to SNL after being fired, but the show's cold open mocking Trump left viewers disappointed and unimpressed.
NCIS' "The Stories We Leave Behind" said a very fond farewell to Dr. Ducky Mallard and late cast member David McCallum.
Rick and Morty season 7 returns with new voices for familiar faces, including speculation about a new actor for Rick and Morty.
Ever tuned in early to a show and found yourself thrust into the thick of things without a "previously on" segment to warm you up? That, my friends, is what's known as a cold open. It’s like diving headfirst into an icy pool – shocking yet exhilarating. The technique grabs your attention with no preamble, often before the title sequence. But have you ever wondered if there's more than just entertainment lurking within these engaging intros?
In news content, a cold open can serve as an unexpected hook. Think about it: You're sipping your morning coffee, flipping through channels or scrolling online when bam! A gripping headline captures your curiosity instantaneously. Without missing a beat or giving away too much gravy beforehand, it catapults you directly into today's dramatic world stage.
"What sort of stories are hiding behind this tactic?" I hear you ask. Well, they range from hard-hitting political showdowns that may unfold any second to enthralling human interest pieces that remind us all what we're really here for - connection and context amidst chaos.
This narrative tool isn't merely about punchy beginnings; it's also about setting up expectations and sometimes subverting them completely - think playful satire skits poking fun at current events under 'Saturday Night Live' cold opens – proving that unpredictability might just be its own form of precise artistry.
Your next gulp of air-time news could offer thrilling breakthrough discoveries in science that change our tomorrow or bring forth cries for social justice spurred by starting off unexpectedly poignant tales capturing humanity at its core — all thanks to those invigorating first moments designed to keep viewers on the edge of their seats — short but spicy servings preluding expansive feasts for thought!
To sum up: Pay attention when next snuggling down for some screen time—you never know what mixtures of investigation, insight, or inspiration await you upon hearing those fateful words... "Welcome back..." And bam! You’re already hooked!