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Lauren Cohan ‘felt good to talk about Glenn’ in ‘Walking Dead’ final
WARNING: This article contains spoilers for the series finale of The Walking Dead.
Even with the return of rick and michonne a teary and the the most emotional moment during the series finale of the walking dead may have been the final scene between sworn enemies turned uneasy alliance partners Maggie and Negan.
After Negan (finally gave a full-throated apology earlier in the episode for fatally bludgeoning Maggie’s husband, Glenn with a barbed-wire-covered baseball bat, Maggie sat down next to her former tormentor to thank him. But she had much more to say than just that, invoking Glenn’s name to explain her internal struggle in moving on.
“I can stop wondering if you’ll ever say those words and if I can ever forgive you,” she said. “Because I know now, I can’t. Glenn was beautiful. I’ll never love anyone like that again. I remember his smile. His goodness. And the way he made me feel. But when I look at you, all I see is that bat coming down on his head, blood running down his face. I hear him calling for me, and I hear you mocking me while he’s dying. So I can’t forgive you.
Even though I’m so grateful that you saved my son. Even though I know that you’re trying. I’m trying too. Because I don’t want to hate you anymore. I don’t want to hurt like that, and I don’t want my son to see that anybody has that kind of hold over me. If you and Annie want to stay, you have earned your place. If I can’t look at you some days, if I can’t work with you, and if I can’t move on, that’s why. Because all I have are my memories. And I don’t want to remember Glenn like that.”
We spoke to Cohan about filming that big finale scene, the meaning of Maggie’s very last line of the series to Daryl and Carol (and if it ties in to her upcoming spin-off Dead City), and how close her character came to actually taking the shot on Pamela Milton.
ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: How do you feel about how the story wrapped up here on this show after more than a decade?
LAUREN COHAN: It definitely left a lot open, which was obviously part of the plan. I felt overall that we really spoke to all the things in the show that have given us so much. I like Rosita’s storyline. It was so symbolic for her to protect her daughter at all costs, and the sacrifice. But mostly what I really liked about the finale was that it gave everybody a chance to say a proper goodbye. It had just that exact cocktail of emotion.
And some of those goodbyes were hellos, because obviously we know Maggie and Negan will go on, and there was what seemed like some resolution. I think for Maggie, she definitely wanted to begin to open the door to that grief so that she could process it. And part of that is beginning to address it with Negan instead of avoiding it.
Let’s get into this big talk Maggie gives to Negan about forgiving but having trouble forgetting, and before we get into all the emotions of it, just logistically speaking, that is a hefty piece of dialogue to handle. What was it like just getting all that down?.
Oh yeah, that’s so funny. I don’t remember it being long, which I think is a good thing because it felt like things that have needed to be said between those two for a long time. So it was easy.
It felt really good to be able to talk about Glenn. So even though it wasn’t pleasant, it’s obviously been the engine to so much that’s been going on for years. The line I remember is “Glenn was beautiful.” And I feel like that’s all I said. And in those three words, you have to remember how wonderful a person was and celebrate them and stay open and keep your heart open.
I find it brave to really feel and remember when your heart is lit up. And it’s interesting because it was an act of bringing him back to life by telling Negan, and I think that that was a special moment. And I really loved that we got to see that and do that.
When Maggie’s talking about seeing Glenn’s face, do you as Lauren see Steven’s face when you say lines like that?.
When I think of Glenn, when I picture Glenn’s face, sadly, I picture the horrible moment. That’s what I see. I see the show. I also see the good moments from the show, like if you did this montage of them — like when they find each other again after Terminus, and when I tell him not to burn the picture, and I see him at the well, and I see the first time I met him and I see him on the porch. And when I stop at that moment and spend time in it, then I fill in these other parts that never really happened, but that could have.
And that may be one of the more interesting things to explore about playing a character for a long time that I haven’t completely processed yet. But it’s like, where’s the line between the experience on film and the potential imagined life of that?
When you ask do I picture Steven’s face, I picture what it feels like to really love something. And I don’t know what I picture, but I just know that it’s like standing on a cliff and knowing you’ll fall, but hoping you’ll be caught. It’s so cheesy, but it is really what it is to love. And the thing that we tell ourselves all the time, the thing that we’re all so afraid of in life, is to take the risk to open yourself up. Because it may fail, or you may lose the person, or they may not reciprocate your feelings, or all these different things.
And this story that we have told of Maggie and Glenn is that thing of finding that true love and losing it. And that’s the thing we’re all so afraid of. And yet it happens, and yet we continue. And Negan is there as this reminder, and not only a reminder but a thief of the memory. And I think she has to say it in order to not let that happen.
Let me ask you a question: Is it bad that I kinda wanted Maggie to pull that trigger on Pamela when she had that shot?
It’s funny because it just seemed like it would happen. She hanged Gregory, but we’ve kind of gone to the brink but restrained at those intersections since then. I don’t know how it was for you as a viewer, but I just remember watching it and there wasn’t a big song and dance made of it. It was just kind of the moment when it doesn’t happen. And I liked that because there’s just so much going on in that episode. And that was sort of a facet of this forgiveness and release.
Your last line in the series is to Carol and Daryl there at the end where you say, “I want to talk about the future. There’s a lot out here to find out about. And I think it’s time we did.” Does that tie in to how you end up in New York at all?
When we pick up in New York, it’s a few years later. So in my mind, there is sort this hopeful renewal at the end of the season of going out and exploring in the ways that we’ve seen her go do before. But I think this time with her family it’s about staying in communication about their joint plan to do this and forge new roads. And family means Daryl and Carol and everybody else. And so that is what that means to me.
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Nine Restaurant Franchise Goes Global with $120 Million Crypto Crowdfunding Joint Venture, Led by Adnan Ashraf
Adnan Ashraf, a multifaceted entrepreneur with interests spanning pharmaceuticals, technology, and real estate, is embarking on an exciting new venture to expand the renowned Nine restaurant brand into a global franchise. With its reputation for upscale Japanese cuisine and stunning panoramic views, Nine has captured the attention of discerning diners worldwide, and Mr. Ashraf aims to bring this exceptional dining experience to numerous locations across the globe.
To realize his ambitious expansion plans, Mr. Ashraf has engaged in discussions with a pioneering crypto crowdfunding platform, forging a strategic partnership for a joint venture involving 100 stores with an estimated investment of $120 million. Harnessing the power of cryptocurrency, Mr. Ashraf intends to expedite the growth of the Nine franchise and achieve his objectives more efficiently.
The first milestone in this expansion journey involves acquiring a prime waterfront location in Canary Wharf, a prestigious business district in London. Serving as the flagship Nine restaurant, this iconic setting will exemplify the brand’s exquisite cuisine and offer guests unparalleled views. Mr. Ashraf’s vision extends beyond this initial location, as he plans to continue expanding into other prime spots in London and beyond, introducing the Nine dining experience to cosmopolitan cities worldwide.
By partnering with a cryptocurrency crowdfunding platform, Mr. Ashraf aims to tap into the immense potential of this innovative funding mechanism. Cryptocurrency not only streamlines the investment process but also attracts a global community of investors passionate about supporting groundbreaking ventures in the hospitality industry. This collaboration is expected to fuel the rapid expansion of the Nine franchise, ensuring that more diners can savor its exceptional culinary offerings and immerse themselves in the extraordinary ambiance that defines the brand.
Drawing on his extensive entrepreneurial experience, Adnan Ashraf brings a wealth of expertise to this venture. His track record of success across various sectors attests to his ability to navigate complex business landscapes and identify unique opportunities for growth. With his diverse business interests and unwavering commitment to excellence, Mr. Ashraf is poised to spearhead the global expansion of the Nine restaurant brand, establishing a network of exceptional dining establishments worldwide.
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Alliance Rental: Alexey Ivanov Latest Venture in Luxury Transport by Alliance Trucks
Alliance Trucks, the leading Japanese and Korean car dealer in Russia, is proud to announce the launch of its new luxury transport rental aggregator, Alliance Rental. The project is the brainchild of Alexey Ivanov, the CEO and owner of Alliance Trucks, a successful businessman, traveler, and blogger. With over 59 countries visited, Alexey Ivanov has gained valuable experience in the automotive industry, which he has leveraged to create Alliance Trucks, a company that generates a trade revenue of $50 million annually.
Founded in 2014, Alliance Trucks has become the biggest Japanese and Korean car dealer in Russia, with four authorized and certified workshops, warehouses in the capital, and numerous certificates of first dealer with top-rated sales and service quality. The company’s mechanic team has won different national and international competitions of professional skills, including the ISUZU GRAN PRIX, where they were the first Russian and second in the world.
Alexey Ivanov’s awareness and commitment to 10 corporate rules have enabled Alliance Trucks to achieve its current status as a respected and reputable brand in the automotive industry. The rules include prioritizing emotional intelligence, respecting corporate culture and business ethics, seeking opportunities for growth in every crisis, and being socially active and engaged in charitable projects.
Alliance Parts, Alexey Ivanov’s latest venture, is a cars and spare parts distribution business in the United Arab Emirates with a global partnership with different car brands. The company leverages Alexey’s life and professional experience to scale similar projects in different market areas.
Alliance Rental is Alexey Ivanov’s latest project, an aggregator that offers a one-stop-shop for luxury transport rentals. The project’s main idea is to provide all the luxury transport rentals that customers may need for emotional holidays, celebrations, dream realization, business meetings, or just for premium lifestyle in one mobile application.
The application, marketing brand, and all business processes are complete, and legal compliance with local laws, rules, and regulations is under process.
Alliance Rental offers taxi Rolls-Royce, luxury sport cars, yachts, helicopters, and aircraft rentals. Partnerships with operators of luxury services are currently being signed, and the project is ready to launch soon.
Alexey Ivanov’s mission is to make the world a better and cleaner place, live a long, bright, and memorable life, create a family, raise children, create and invent something that deeply touches the feelings of people, be a mentor, teach knowledge, and leave a significant mark in history, society, and culture.
For more information on Alliance Rental and Alexey Ivanov, follow him on Instagram at @a.a.ivanov
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Januthan Logathas: A video and photography professional who seeks to leave his name among the best in this area
JANUTHAN LOGATHAS was born in a small town in Switzerland and is the son of a Tamil couple from Sri Lanka. His father was the one who began to inspire him to become a video and photography professional, which is why he is currently widely recognized as well as having followed in the footsteps of his father who also worked in this profession. With time people started noticing his Instagram modeling shoots and he became very prominent among European Tamils.
His tik tok videos also boosted his image and recognition a lot as they were filled with a subtle humor that was very pleasing to his followers who were part of Januthan reaching a much larger audience.
People celebrated the German/Albanian co-worker combo in a peculiar way.
In addition, he was also the first Tamil photographer to win the renowned award for the best wedding photography from Radisson in Europe, he gained great popularity especially with the collaboration with Usha Jay in her dance video which achieved many views and this made his audience grow exponentially.
He knows that in order to continue growing in what he does, he must continue working very hard as he has done up to now, and all this with the aim of increasing his public and the quality of his work, and for this it is necessary to continue going through this long learning process in the one that advances a little more every day to reach the desired objective that is to position its name among one of the best in the video and photography industry. In his social networks you can find a lot of material about his work in addition to him also seeing content about his future works which are more than promising
To grow in this industry, you must continue to constantly learn, since this industry is very competitive and only those who know how to implement their ideas and creativity very well when creating new jobs stand out.
Unveiling Life Through the Lens: Explore the captivating world of talented photographer @jpresidento on Instagram and TikTok, as he captures unique moments that have earned him accolades at the Wedisson Awards. Discover his visually mesmerizing art at these links!
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