“America is Desperate for a Narrative”: Courtney Stephens and Callie Hernandez on Invention
Invention Following a decade of work in experimental and documentary cinema, director Courtney Stephens steps into fiction for the first time with Invention, a remarkably resourceful microbudget drama that nonetheless resists strict categorization. Starring and co-conceived by Callie Hernandez, the…
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Nicky Whelan on Crescent City Co-Stars Alec Baldwin & Terrence Howard
Nicky Whelan (Maneater, Hall Pass) spoke with MovieWeb's Will Sayre about the new crime thriller, Crescent City. A paranoid Southern noir, Whelan detailed working alongside Terrence Howard and especially praised Alec Baldwin. Crescent City is out Aug. 16, 2024, from…
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Courtney Halverson Reveals the Hell She Goes Through in the Horror Film Consumed
The soulful and lovely Courtney Halverson (Unfriended, True Detective) discusses Consumed and the power of playing someone who goes through hell but fights for survival all through it. She also discussed a possible sequel to the film, which is out…
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‘Shogun’ Needed an Army to Make Thousands of Costumes
The Big Picture Shōgun 's attention to detail, reflecting the Sengoku period, engages viewers with the characters' transformations. Carlos Rosario's research and creative process behind Shōgun 's costumes bring depth to character arcs and historical accuracy. Detailed costume designs, including…
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Skincare – Luis Gerardo Méndez Interview
Luis Gerardo Méndez (Murder Mystery, Narcos: Mexico) spoke with MovieWeb's Will Sayre about his new film, Skincare, out Aug. 16, 2024, from IFC Films. Luis stars alongside Elizabeth Banks and Lewis Pullman in this darkly satirical thriller. In Skincare, famed…
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Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt Battle Hard in ‘100 Day Hotel Challenge’
The Big Picture Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt compete to transform two North Carolina hotels with a tight budget and timeline, judged by Property Brothers. The six-part series is a unique twist on home renovation TV, combining competition, collaboration, and drama…
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Lisa Kudrow Explains How a DM From Taika Waititi Led to ‘Time Bandits’
[Editor's note: The following contains some spoilers for Time Bandits.] The Big Picture Lisa Kudrow joined 'Time Bandits' in New Zealand after getting a DM from co-creator Taika Waititi. Shooting in New Zealand allowed Kudrow to work with a talented…
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J.K. Simmons Reveals the One Thing That Convinced Him to Join ‘The Union’
The Big Picture Collider's Robert Taylor speaks with J.K. Simmons about his upcoming Netflix movie The Union . The Union stars Mark Wahlberg as a construction worker pulled into a secret spy organization, led by Simmons' Tom Brennan. In this…
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Directors Antoine Fuqua and Roland Emmerich Finally Discuss Their Thoughts on ‘Olympus Has Fallen’ vs ‘White House Down’
The Big Picture Collider's Steve Weintraub moderates our "Directors on Directing" panel at Hall H with guests Antoine Fuqua and Roland Emmerich. The two Hollywood filmmakers discuss industry evolution and collaboration, surprising test screenings, industry insights, and valuable advice for…
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Takehiro Hira Learned How To Do Less on ‘Shogun’
The Big Picture Shōgun exceeded all expectations, making it a watercooler series that led to fervent discussion and awards buzz, ultimately scoring 25 Emmy nominations. Takehiro Hira's journey to Shōgun led him across continents, highlighting his talent and dedication to…
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Francesca Eastwood Discusses Running on Empty & If Clint Eastwood’s Juror No. 2 Is His Final Film
The excellent and endlessly fashionable Francesca Eastwood discusses her new death-centric dark comedy, Running on Empty, also with Keir Gilchrist and Lucy Hale. She discusses playing one of the oddballs in the film, and also the on-set experiences she had…
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‘Too Hot to Handle’s Demari Gives Relationship Update
The Big Picture Demari and Bri's love story in Too Hot to Handle season 6 was filled with conflicts and miscommunication. Bri's directness with Demari taught him to be more open and communicative in their relationship. Despite ups and downs,…
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