“I’m Writing This Because I Want To See This Movie”: Screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes on Writing Challengers
Challengers (©MGM/Courtesy Everett Collection) On the surface, Challengers is about a single tennis match between former friends turned rivals Art Donaldson (Mike Faist) and Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor). But as it flashes back and forth in time to show how…
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‘Humane’ Review — Caitlin Cronenberg Takes a Stab (or Twenty) at the Elite
The Big Picture Humane is a unique take on the eco-horror genre, examining wealth disparity and elitism in the face of ecological collapse. The film boasts a strong cast, with an excellent performance by Enrico Colantoni in particular, and effective…
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‘Shōgun’ Creators Are Open To Season 2, But Caution “It’s A Tough One” Even If The Audience Wants It
One of the most talked about series of 2024 is FX’s feudal Japan series, “Shōgun,” which just ended its ten-episode run on Hulu. The acclaimed series centers on the collision of two ambitious men, an English sailor (Cosmo Jarvis), who…
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Daniel Brühl Becomes The Famous Fashion Icon On June 7
Between shows like “Halston,” “The New Look,” “The Collection,” and Ridley Scott’s movie “House Of Gucci,” stories about the fashion empire seem to be on the neverending rise. And in the era of Peak TV—which hasn’t really subsided despite reports…
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Ambika Mod Answers (Almost) All Your Questions About ‘One Day’
We almost wish “One Day” was a continuous series. Not because we wanted to extend the narrative of David Nichols’ original novel, but because if it was a drama series we’d be assured stars Ambika Mod and Leo Woodall would…
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Tadanobu Asano Had “Very Complicated Feelings” About His Final ‘Shōgun’ Scene
Editor's note: The below interview contains spoilers for the Shōgun finale. The Big Picture Shōgun 's Yabushige was a hard character to play for actor Tadanobu Asano, constantly shifting loyalties and motives in feudal Japan. Asano reunited with co-star Hiroyuki…
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Dusk For A Hitman Featured, Reviews Film Threat
NOW ON VOD! Slap on your mirror shades to gaze upon the Naugahyde shine of the dying light of the 1970s with the chilling French-Canadian assassin drama Dusk For A Hitman, directed by Raymond St-Jean. The screenplay, adapted from true-life events…
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New ‘Phantom Menace’ Sneak Peek Brings the Force Back to the Big Screen
The Big Picture Star Wars: Episode I returns to theaters on May 3 for one day only, celebrating Anakin Skywalker's story. Featurette showcases creators and cast reflecting on the prequel's impact and beginnings in 1999. The Phantom Menace follows young…
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The Music Biopic Renaissance – SPLING
We’ve experienced something of a renaissance for music biopics in recent years. The tropes have been firmly in place since Walk the Line and Ray, but popularity hit its peak a few years ago when the Queen (by way of…
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Humphrey Bogart Is Caught Between Good and Evil in This Film Noir Classic
The Big Picture Prior to 1941's High Sierra, Humphrey Bogart was primarily known as a supporting actor. Bogart's performance as a complex gangster with a heart of gold, was layered and nuanced, establishing him as a leading man. High Sierra…
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Is Wolverine a Variant in Deadpool & Wolverine?
Summary Deadpool & Wolverine will see a unique take on Logan, potentially as a variant, focusing on humor and a rogue-like personality. Fans are divided on Hugh Jackman's return as Wolverine, with concerns about maintaining the character's legacy and sacrificing…
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Taylor Swift Lyrics About 1830s Has People Really Confused
taylor swift: the old world was misogynistic and racist, but people are blinded by aesthetics and nostalgia. in reality i would’ve hated being theretwitter users: she’s racist— who’s afraid of little old elin? (@tsignelin) April 19, 2024 Disclaimer: This story…
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