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The story of Earhart, who vanished while flying over the Pacific Ocean, "has captivated millions", the US president wrote on social media on Friday.

Then again, you certainly don’t have to be a deeply invested cinephile to fall hard for this yarn, because the performances and visuals are captivating in themselves.

The respect for that work has captivated a city, and Kershaw will surely hear it in these final days.

A captivated audience in Tokyo remained in the stadium long after Monday night's other events had concluded to watch the sport's modern-day great become the first human to clear the 6.30m barrier.

So what Wyle does on “The Pitt” is almost revolutionary, fashioning a captivating character who makes you want to do better.