HBO’s 'Lanterns' Reimagines Green Lantern as a Shared Role in Sci-Fi Western

HBO’s new series "Lanterns" offers a fresh take on the Green Lantern superhero, portraying the role as one shared by multiple individuals rather than a single hero with an alter ego. The story follows veteran Green Lantern Hal Jordan, played by Kyle Chandler, who is tasked with training John Stewart (Aaron Pierre), a former pilot destined to become the next Green Lantern. The duo investigates a mysterious shooting in a small Nebraska town, uncovering an alien invasion plot. The show, co-created by Damon Lindelof, blends elements of buddy cop films, westerns, and sci-fi, with Native Americans depicted as the indigenous defenders against alien invaders.

In television news, National Geographic is airing the documentary series "9/11 Reunited" to mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. The series features emotional reunions between survivors and their rescuers, highlighting human resilience without delving into geopolitical consequences.

In culinary news, chefs Adam Soled and Yuval Leshem, known for their "Ilu Birds" group, recently opened the modern Mediterranean grill restaurant Barbur in Tel Aviv. They will be guest chefs at Romano, a hip venue celebrating its tenth anniversary, where they will cook alongside Romano’s head chef Pasha Chekin and other notable chefs.

In literature, Matan Hermoni’s new novel "Platiel Z"l" humorously explores themes of literary theft and personal neuroses through the story of a professor who publishes a deceased author’s manuscript under his own name, gaining unexpected fame.

For holiday shopping, several local designer sales are taking place, including Armenian hand-painted plates and colorful textiles at NU in Ramat Aviv, and a jewelry and vintage clothing sale in Old Jaffa organized by Sigal Granot.

Finally, the play "Oh God" by Anat Gov returns to the stage in a new production by Habima Theater. The comedy centers on a psychologist who treats God, portrayed by Norman Issa, who is disillusioned with humanity and considering ending creation. The play combines sharp dialogue, humor, and psychological insight, featuring strong performances by Yael Levantal and Yoav Rosenberg.