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‘MOONLIGHT’ will be getting a theatrical re-release on October 2 to celebrate the film's 10th anniversary. The film will be remastered in 4K.

 ​Ten years after redefining modern cinema and capturing the hearts of audiences and critics worldwide, Barry Jenkins’ Academy Award-winning masterpiece Moonlight is returning to the big screen. A24 has officially announced a special theatrical re-release scheduled for October 2, allowing fans and a new generation of moviegoers to experience the cinematic landmark in a stunning new 4K remaster. ​A Modern Masterpiece Returns to the Big Screen ​Upon its original release in 2016, Moonlight transcended traditional cinematic boundaries. Based on Tarell Alvin McCraney’s unproduced stage play In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue, the film charts the life of Chiron across three defining chapters of his life—childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood—as he navigates identity, sexuality, and the harsh realities of growing up in a rough Miami neighborhood. ​What made Moonlight a cultural phenomenon was its profound intimacy, poetic visual language, and James Laxton’s luminous, dreamlike cinemat...
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Vice President JD Vance created a splash on social media this Halloween by dressing up as the viral meme version of himself

 Vice President JD Vance created a splash on social media this Halloween by dressing up as the viral meme version of himself



In a short video posted to his Instagram and X accounts, Vance appeared in a curly brown wig, blue blazer and red tie—mimicking the exaggerated “baby-face Vance” meme that’s circulated widely across the internet. 

In the clip, filmed at the Vice President’s residence, he opens the door for trick-or-treaters and says: “Happy Halloween everyone, remember to say thank you while you trick or treat!” before spinning around to the eerie tones of the “Twilight Zone” theme. 

The “say thank you” line is a direct nod to the grenade that launched the original meme: Vance’s remark to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky earlier this year, urging him to express gratitude to the U.S. for its support. 

Why this resonated


The post exploded online, racking up over 14 million views within hours. 

By leaning into the joke rather than running away from it, Vance achieved a rare moment of self-mocking in politics. Some commentators saw this as a smart move to reclaim narrative control. 

Reactions ranged from praise for his sense of humour to criticism that the stunt underscored the meme’s dominance over his public image. 

In an era where political figures often struggle with authenticity on social media, Vance’s Halloween costume marks an interesting pivot—blending policy persona with internet culture

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