Bella Ramsey’s Chicken Run 2 & Last of Us Characters Have This in Common
The Big Picture Bella Ramsey discusses her experience working on Chicken Run and voicing the character Molly, highlighting the learning curve of adapting to new ways of working in animation. Ramsey draws similarities between her character Molly and her role…
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Legacy of Monsters Creators on How Their MonsterVerse Series Is Different
Monarch: Legacy of Monsters is a bold project to be sure. Spanning decades, continents, and a large cast of characters (when they were young and when they were old), the series explores the history of a clandestine organization known as…
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Encounters with the Coachella Valley Landscape: Terra Long on Feet in Water, Head on Fire
Feet in Water, Head on Fire Terra Long’s exquisite debut feature film, Feet in Water, Head on Fire, is at once cine-essay, landscape film and sensory investigation into the production of space. The space in question is the Coachella Valley…
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Best. Christmas. Ever! Director Mary Lambert on Her Second Netflix Christmas Movie
For those craving their next holiday romantic comedy, or more aptly, a friend-com, Netflix has you covered with its latest festive flick, Best. Christmas. Ever! Differing from its traditional rom-com formula, but still delivering plenty of familiar holiday cheer, Best.…
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This ‘Next Goal Wins’ Actor Scored an Impromptu Role By Hanging Around Set
The Big Picture Next Goal Wins is inspired by the true story of the American Samoa soccer team known for a brutal 2001 FIFA match during which they lost 31-0. Taika Waititi's adaptation of the documentary covering the true events…
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This Is Why Nicolas Cage Calls ‘Dream Scenario’ a Masterpiece
The Big Picture Nicolas Cage was drawn to A24's Dream Scenario because of its originality and unique storytellingr. He discusses how he was able to draw from his own life experiences to embody his character, Paul Matthews, in the film.…
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Hunger Games Prequel Producer on Returning to the Franchise and Shooting Overseas
With so much anticipation building up to its Nov. 17 release, The Hunger Games' prequel dominated the box office as expected. Helmed by returning director Francis Lawrence, with an epic runtime of over 150 minutes, The Ballad of Songbirds and…
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Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret Director Told Actors to Throw Script Away
The Big Picture The 2023 film adaptation of Judy Blume's novel Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. is receiving critical acclaim, especially for Rachel McAdams' performance. Writer-director Kelly Fremon Craig creates a safe and experimental environment on set, allowing…
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Disney’s The Naughty Nine Director and Star Get Into the Christmas Spirit
For just about any kid who hopes for a visit from Santa Claus, being put on the "naughty list" is the ultimate fear. But for these nine children, that only inspires them to pull off the greatest heist in North…
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Jesse Eisenberg Compares Grim Cult Film ‘Manodrome’ and ‘Now You See Me 3’
The Big Picture Jesse Eisenberg takes acting seriously, especially in films that make you uncomfortable, like "Manodrome." Eisenberg's directorial debut changed his perspective on acting and increased his understanding of the value of actors on set. Eisenberg feels more comfortable…
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How to Make Nickelodeon Slime Look Like Oil: Special Effects Coordinator Brandon K. McLaughlin on Killers of the Flower Moon
Killers of the Flower Moon Brandon K. McLaughlin remembers the exact moment he knew he wanted to work in the movie business. It was Halloween night and McLaughlin was eight years old. His uncle—a special effects technician—had invited him to…
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Jesse Eisenberg on His Wide-Ranging Performance in New Film Manodrome
From Mark Zuckerberg to Lex Luthor, Academy Award-nominated actor Jesse Eisenberg has played a wide variety of roles over the years (including director, with his excellent film When You Finish Saving the World). His most recent role is in the…
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