Emmanuelle Seigner, Polanski’s Wife, Rejects Academy Invitation

http://bit.ly/2KF8Sv7 The French actress dismissed an offer to join the Oscar voting pool, criticizing the organization’s “insufferable hypocrisy.” https://nyti.ms/2NAZUNt

Thandie Newton Wants to See More Diversity in Sci-Fi

http://bit.ly/2tXQR0y The actress on “Westworld,” the “Star Wars” franchise and the Time’s Up movement. https://nyti.ms/2IZOrUa

Paul Rudd, Larger Than Life but Still Nice

http://bit.ly/2KUmKOj Mr. Rudd of “Ant-Man and the Wasp” talks about his midlife foray into Marvel superherodom, the spoils of fame and the burden of being so darn likable. https://nyti.ms/2u6cNqL

Nick Offerman Becomes a Roadie for His Wife, Megan Mullally

http://bit.ly/2KCd3ry The gruff but lovable actor, famous for “Parks and Recreation,” has his first starring role in a feature film, “Hearts Beat Loud.” https://nyti.ms/2KJ1vC1

Scarlett Johansson Faces Backlash Over Reports She’ll Play a Transgender Man

http://bit.ly/2zaxpD9 Transgender actors led the criticism of her role in the film “Rub & Tug,” saying such casting takes opportunities away from members of marginalized communities. https://nyti.ms/2KPob0o