Why the Best Scene From the Dune Book Was Cut From Both Movies
Summary Villeneuve's Dune films are epic sci-fi masterpieces akin to Lord of the Rings and Game of Thrones in their scale and storytelling. The famous dinner scene from the Dune book was, unfortunately, left out of both film adaptations. The…
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This Surreal Horror Movie on Max Is One of the Most Influential Films Ever
The Big Picture Carnival of Souls , a low-budget horror film from 1962, defied expectations and found a cult following over the years. The film's documentary aesthetic and focus on a strong female hero set it apart from other horror…
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The Fallout TV Show Is So Great Because This Part of the Game Isn’t
Summary Fallout TV show diverges from the game's dull storyline, focusing on immersive worldbuilding & breathless violence for fans. Season 1's success prompts Prime Video to greenlight Season 2, despite cliffhanger finale focusing on character revelations. Self-aware and playful, Fallout…
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Despicable Me 4 Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Release Date July 3, 2024 Cast Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Will Ferrell, Pierre Coffin, Joey King, Sofia Vergara, Stephen Colbert, Miranda Cosgrove, Chloe Fineman, Steve Coogan, Chris Renaud, Dana Gaier, Madison Polan Running Time Not available In the first Despicable Me movie…
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The Four-Decade Fight To Bring the Most Visionary Sci-Fi Epic to the Screen
The Big Picture Surrealist cinema, like that of Alejandro Jodorowsky, challenges traditional storytelling norms. Jodorowsky's unrealized project to adapt Dune influenced his later graphic novel series, The Incal . The Incal , despite its long development, has influenced many sci-fi…
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With Challengers and Saltburn, Hollywood Is Officially Hot Again
Summary Hollywood is moving away from chastity towards Eroticism, with films like Challengers exploring deep, steamy relationships with modern twists. Director Luca Guadagnino's Challengers, along with Saltburn and Poor Things, breaks old taboos with unique portrayals of sexuality and desire.…
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‘Unfrosted’ Film Review: Jerry Seinfeld’s Breakfast War Lunacy
The best cameos include Bill Burr as a curt and horny JFK, Dean Norris as Khrushchev, Hugh Grant as a failed Shakespearean actor who now plays Tony the Tiger, and Kyle Dunnigan as a hilarious version of Walter Cronkite with…
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Michael Mann Turned a ‘60 Minutes’ Story into a Masterful Thriller
The Big Picture The Insider features powerhouse performances from Russell Crowe and Al Pacino, tackling complex ethical and legal dilemmas in the tobacco industry. Michael Mann's meticulous direction gives this quiet drama a sense of urgency and tension, drawing viewers…
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Every Movie and TV Show Coming to Hulu in May 2024
Hulu might be the most underrated streaming service. With plenty of quality TV shows and movies, it stacks up against the most popular services, such as Netflix and Prime Video. While it has become common practice for streaming platforms to…
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This Ryan Gosling and Sandra Bullock Thriller Is Based on a True Story
The Big Picture Murder by Numbers follows a twisted crime loosely based on the Leopold and Loeb case from the 1920s. The movie alters some details, like the location and age of the characters, to create a more modern story.…
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Every Movie Leaving Netflix in May 2024
Netflix, with its vast movie collection, has made it easier for subscribers to find entertainment from the comfort of their couches. Users have flocked to the streaming service since its inception, with it consistently adding new films. While Netflix produces…
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Summer Camp Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Release Date May 31, 2024 MPAA Rating Rated PG-13 for sexual material, strong language and some underage smoking Summer Camp tells the story of Nora (Keaton), Ginny (Bates), and Mary (Woodard), who have been best friends since being inseparable at…
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