The Story of Chef Cesar Roman from Netflix’s Cooking Up Murder, Explained
Quick LinksWhat Did Cesar Do to Heidi Paz? Where Is Cesar Roman Now? Summary Cesar Roman, a successful chef turned murderer, was convicted in 2021 after killing his girlfriend. Roman killed Heidi Paz and dismembered her in 2018 before hiding…
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‘The Dead Don’t Hurt’ Film Review- A Lyrical and Emotional Western Piece
With its beautiful landscapes coloring an artful story of emotion and violence, Viggo Mortensen’s The Dead Don’t Hurt, exists between the worlds of Claude Lelouch’s 1977, Another Man, Another Chance, and the western films of Andre De Toth. Scored, written…
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The Real Mafia Allowed ‘The Godfather’ To Be Made
The Big Picture The making of The Godfather involved negotiations and compromises with the real Mafia. Real-life mobsters influenced the film's production, with Mafia members appearing as extras and significant roles. The confrontation between The Godfather 's crew and the…
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This Saving Private Ryan Shot Is the Most Overused Trope in Movies
Summary The ear-ringing shot in films popularized by Saving Private Ryan has become an overused trope in cinema. Steven Spielberg drew influence from earlier films like Come and See in using sound to immerse viewers in war experiences. Despite its…
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‘In a Violent Nature’ Film Review: A Uniquely Crafted Slasher
In the 1980s, after the massive success of the first Friday the 13th picture, woods-set slashers were all the rage. Every year found cinemas scattered with not only sequels to Sean S. Cunningham’s classic, but dozens of low budget ripoffs…
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Top 5 Roald Dahl Film Adaptations
It seems as though Roald Dahl’s beloved children’s books are in the spotlight again. Having released another film adaptation of Matilda, it seems as though the author’s imagination is inspiring a number of projects, capturing the nostalgia of adults who…
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After ‘Tombstone,’ Michael Biehn Should’ve Been a Western King
The Big Picture Michael Biehn shines as Johnny Ringo in Tombstone, a departure from his usual action hero roles. Biehn's talent for playing menacing outlaws like Ringo was underutilized in Westerns post- Tombstone . Biehn's performance in Tombstone and The…
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A Bloody Sci-Fi Thriller Finally Climbs the Netflix Charts After 5 Years
Being added onto Netflix years after its initial release can see a film climb the ranks of the charts, re-introducing or offering first-time viewing of cinematic gems to the world's largest streaming platform. These are always a joy to see…
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Anthony Hopkins & Alec Baldwin Fight To Survive in This Heart-Pounding Thriller
The Big Picture Starring Anthony Hopkins and Alec Baldwin, The Edge is a brutal survival thriller with a timeless exploration of human endurance. The film examines class differences and existentialism through compelling performances by Hopkins and Baldwin. The action is…
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A Forgotten Jamie Foxx Box Office Bomb Is Blowing up on Max
Summary Jamie Foxx's film Sleepless found new life on Max, showcasing the power of streaming platforms for overlooked films. Sleepless , a box-office flop, failed to capture the suspense of its original French counterpart due to a misguided approach and…
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Twisters Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Release Date July 19, 2024 Running Time Not available This summer, the epic studio disaster movie returns with an adrenaline-pumping, seat-gripping, big-screen thrill ride that puts you in direct contact with one of nature’s most wondrous—and destructive—forces. From the producers…
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Deadpool & Wolverine Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Release Date July 26, 2024 Running Time Not available MOVIE REVIEW This movie review is currently away from the desk. Please come again. NA FilmJabber NA Users YOUR RATING Disclaimer: This story is auto-aggregated by a computer…
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