Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou this week made his first-ever trip to the Far East Film Festival in Italy’s Udine, and appeared to fall in love with the theatrical and festival experience all over again.
At a masterclass on Thursday morning, Zhang spoke of his filmmaking techniques and priorities, his enduring quest for the human touch and why not all films need to be masterpieces.
“Nobody has pure talent. Success also comes from hard work and the kind of luck that pull together an optimal crew and a cast that gels. I don’t believe that all films can be masterpieces and I doubt that I’ve made my best possible film yet. I’m still on the way,” he told a packed audience at Udine’s Teatro Nuovo, most of which had moments earlier watched a screening of his sensational “Raise the Red Lantern,” which had been restored to 4K.
At a masterclass on Thursday morning, Zhang spoke of his filmmaking techniques and priorities, his enduring quest for the human touch and why not all films need to be masterpieces.
“Nobody has pure talent. Success also comes from hard work and the kind of luck that pull together an optimal crew and a cast that gels. I don’t believe that all films can be masterpieces and I doubt that I’ve made my best possible film yet. I’m still on the way,” he told a packed audience at Udine’s Teatro Nuovo, most of which had moments earlier watched a screening of his sensational “Raise the Red Lantern,” which had been restored to 4K.
- 5/2/2024
- by Patrick Frater
- Variety Film + TV
Spoiler alert: As much as Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt remain the undeniable draws of "The Fall Guy," there are multiple contenders in the cast for the sought-after crown of "Best Scene Stealer." You have Aaron Taylor-Johnson, an inspired bit of casting as the insufferable A-lister casting a long shadow over Gosling's stuntman Colt Seavers. Then there's the great Hannah Waddingham, chewing up the scenery (and then some) as the no-nonsense producer Gail Meyer who stops at nothing to keep the show on the road. Heck, you could even go with either of the two dogs that portrayed Jean Claude, the Australian Kelpie that only responds to French commands and takes on an unforgettable supporting role amid all the action.
But more than anyone else, it's Winston Duke who walks away with one of his funniest and most memorable performances in recent years as Dan Tucker, a veteran stunt coordinator...
But more than anyone else, it's Winston Duke who walks away with one of his funniest and most memorable performances in recent years as Dan Tucker, a veteran stunt coordinator...
- 5/2/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film
For Batman fans, Meta Quest 3 dropped a teaser for the new virtual reality (VR) game that’ll allow them to step into the caped crusader’s shoes. The game is developed by Iron Man VR creator Camouflaj, so fans can expect a similar experience as its Marvel counterpart. Iron Man VR was praised for its flying mechanics, and so should be the case with this game.
Most of the DC superhero’s film adaptations have been praised, including those of played by Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and Michael Keaton. Nevertheless, Kevin Conroy’s voice behind the superhero has become akin to a habit fans couldn’t kick. But they may already have found the one who might be replacing the late actor.
Those Are Some Big Shoes to be Filled in After Kevin’s Departure Fans weren’t happy with the disrespectful tribute to the Batman voice actor in Suicide Squad.
Most of the DC superhero’s film adaptations have been praised, including those of played by Christian Bale, Ben Affleck, and Michael Keaton. Nevertheless, Kevin Conroy’s voice behind the superhero has become akin to a habit fans couldn’t kick. But they may already have found the one who might be replacing the late actor.
Those Are Some Big Shoes to be Filled in After Kevin’s Departure Fans weren’t happy with the disrespectful tribute to the Batman voice actor in Suicide Squad.
- 5/2/2024
- by Anurag Batham
- FandomWire
Jonathan Nolan wrote The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises alongside his brother (after contributing to Batman Begins), filmmaker Christopher Nolan, and he's since shifted focus to small screen projects like Westworld and Fallout.
Christopher has said on multiple occasions that he's done with Batman, while Christian Bale has vowed to only return if the director does. As a result, we've come to accept this trilogy ended in 2012 and will be left alone.
However, in a new interview, Jonathan has made it clear he'd be open to returning to the Caped Crusader's world...even if his brother would take some convincing.
"Wouldn't that be a dream," he said. "That period was about 10 years of my life, from when I got the call to work on Batman Begins in 2003 to putting out The Dark Knight Rises In 2012 and it was epic."
"The chance to work Christian, Heath, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine...
Christopher has said on multiple occasions that he's done with Batman, while Christian Bale has vowed to only return if the director does. As a result, we've come to accept this trilogy ended in 2012 and will be left alone.
However, in a new interview, Jonathan has made it clear he'd be open to returning to the Caped Crusader's world...even if his brother would take some convincing.
"Wouldn't that be a dream," he said. "That period was about 10 years of my life, from when I got the call to work on Batman Begins in 2003 to putting out The Dark Knight Rises In 2012 and it was epic."
"The chance to work Christian, Heath, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine...
- 5/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
While it might seem inevitable that Hayao Miyazaki’s latest would hit physical disc this year, what’s different is the format we’re talking about. The Boy And The Heron has been announced for DVD, Blu-Ray and 4K — the first Miyazaki film to be offered in a resolution that high. It’s true; none of the other Ghibli notables have hit 4K disc yet. Whether that’s because of rights issues or not, we don’t know, but this one’s new enough to have 4K as an option right from the start. There will be three editions of The Boy And The Heron available, each with two discs: DVD and Blu-Ray, 4K and Blu-Ray, and a limited edition Steelbook (with 4K and Blu-Ray). Each version will contain both the original Japanese track and a new English track starring the voices of Christian Bale, Dave Bautista, Gemma Chan, Willem Dafoe,...
- 5/2/2024
- by Peter Paltridge
- popgeeks - film
It won’t be wrong to say that Thor’s role is Chris Hemsworth’s magnum opus. The Norse god was one of Marvel’s original team of Avengers, even forming a part of the team that took on Loki and the Chitauri in the Battle of New York.
He’s been one of the mainstays in the Industry. No wonder that he felt sad with giving his faithfuls an experience to forget in Thor: Love and Thunder. The 2022 flick failed to build on the success of Thor: Ragnarok, one of the Men in Black: International star’s biggest regret. But there is another role that gave him a lot of headache.
Chris Hemsworth was not a big fan of Thor: Love and Thunder
Chris Hemsworth was disappointed with his performance in Thor: Love and Thunder
That Thor: Love and Thunder was a shadow of Taika Waititi’s Thor: Ragnarok is no secret.
He’s been one of the mainstays in the Industry. No wonder that he felt sad with giving his faithfuls an experience to forget in Thor: Love and Thunder. The 2022 flick failed to build on the success of Thor: Ragnarok, one of the Men in Black: International star’s biggest regret. But there is another role that gave him a lot of headache.
Chris Hemsworth was not a big fan of Thor: Love and Thunder
Chris Hemsworth was disappointed with his performance in Thor: Love and Thunder
That Thor: Love and Thunder was a shadow of Taika Waititi’s Thor: Ragnarok is no secret.
- 5/1/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
Jeremy Renner became a worldwide star after becoming a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has played the role of Hawkeye since 2011, debuting in Thor. Since then, he has been in numerous movies until we saw the character take a step back after Avengers: Endgame. Back in 2021, Renner came back to the role of the bow and arrow wielding superhero with the Disney+ show, Hawkeye.
Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton in Hawkeye
In the same year, he was also seen leading the TV show, Mayor of Kingstown. The Taylor Sheridan created crime thriller became a hit because of the brilliant story as well as the amazing performance of the cast, led by Jeremy Renner. But fans of the show and the actor sure had a laugh when the “mayor” was seen holding a bow and arrow on the very first season of crime thriller.
Not Hawkeye, But Jeremy Renner...
Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton in Hawkeye
In the same year, he was also seen leading the TV show, Mayor of Kingstown. The Taylor Sheridan created crime thriller became a hit because of the brilliant story as well as the amazing performance of the cast, led by Jeremy Renner. But fans of the show and the actor sure had a laugh when the “mayor” was seen holding a bow and arrow on the very first season of crime thriller.
Not Hawkeye, But Jeremy Renner...
- 5/1/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Taika Waititi is an iconic director whose films have often been deemed as quirky or unique. The director is infamously known for directing Thor: Love and Thunder starring Chris Hemsworth which was a fantastic failure.
With Christian Bale as the antagonist of the film, there were some deleted scenes that would have made the film R-rated! Talking about these scenes, it was revealed that Chris Hemsworth even called them “a little too far“!
Chris Hemsworth in a still from Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) Taika Waititi Went A Little Overboard With Thor 4!
Back in 2022, Hemsworth starred alongside Christian Bale and Natalie Portman in Thor: Love and Thunder. Being directed by Taika Waititi, the people felt that the movie was in safe hands (because Waititi directed Thor: Ragnarok earlier). They were wrong.
Christian Bale as Gorr the God Butcher in Taika Waititi’s Thor: Love and Thunder
Being a disastrous failure, the...
With Christian Bale as the antagonist of the film, there were some deleted scenes that would have made the film R-rated! Talking about these scenes, it was revealed that Chris Hemsworth even called them “a little too far“!
Chris Hemsworth in a still from Thor: Love and Thunder (2022) Taika Waititi Went A Little Overboard With Thor 4!
Back in 2022, Hemsworth starred alongside Christian Bale and Natalie Portman in Thor: Love and Thunder. Being directed by Taika Waititi, the people felt that the movie was in safe hands (because Waititi directed Thor: Ragnarok earlier). They were wrong.
Christian Bale as Gorr the God Butcher in Taika Waititi’s Thor: Love and Thunder
Being a disastrous failure, the...
- 5/1/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Sometimes Asian filmmakers employ Western actors to attract more public attention to their works. We can recall here such Chinese movies as Christian Bale’s The Flowers of War (2011), Adrien Brody and John Cusack’s Dragon Blade (2015), both of them being historical dramas, and, besides, Kevin Spacey’s comedy thriller Inseparable (2011).
The same happened with the Jason Bourne actor, Matt Damon and Game of Thrones’ Pedro Pascal, who were invited to star in the Chinese monster movie, which turned out to be controversial enough to spark debate about the reasonability of such a cast.
The plot of this kaiju focuses on two European mercenary warriors (played by Damon and Pascal), who become imprisoned within the Great Wall of China by imperial forces, forcing them to join the army fighting against the unstoppable alien creatures.
This movie can be divided in two halves, with the first one presenting a large amount of spectacular action,...
The same happened with the Jason Bourne actor, Matt Damon and Game of Thrones’ Pedro Pascal, who were invited to star in the Chinese monster movie, which turned out to be controversial enough to spark debate about the reasonability of such a cast.
The plot of this kaiju focuses on two European mercenary warriors (played by Damon and Pascal), who become imprisoned within the Great Wall of China by imperial forces, forcing them to join the army fighting against the unstoppable alien creatures.
This movie can be divided in two halves, with the first one presenting a large amount of spectacular action,...
- 5/1/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
We have some great set photos of Christian Bale as Frankenstein’s Monster and Jessie Buckley as his Bride in the upcoming Maggie Gyllenhaal movie The Bride!
The 50-year-old actor and 34-year-old actress were seen in full makeup and costume, sharing a passionate kiss before running off together while filming in the early morning hours of Wednesday (May 1) in New York City.
Maggie is directing the film, and this is IMDb‘s synopsis: In 1930s Chicago, Frankenstein asks Dr. Euphronius to help create a companion. They give life to a murdered woman as the Bride, sparking romance, police interest, and radical social change.
Annette Bening, Julianne Hough, Penelope Cruz, Maggie‘s husband Peter Sarsgaard, and more will also star in the 2025 movie.
Browse through the gallery for the photos of Christian Bale and Jessie Buckley on set in full costume and makeup…...
The 50-year-old actor and 34-year-old actress were seen in full makeup and costume, sharing a passionate kiss before running off together while filming in the early morning hours of Wednesday (May 1) in New York City.
Maggie is directing the film, and this is IMDb‘s synopsis: In 1930s Chicago, Frankenstein asks Dr. Euphronius to help create a companion. They give life to a murdered woman as the Bride, sparking romance, police interest, and radical social change.
Annette Bening, Julianne Hough, Penelope Cruz, Maggie‘s husband Peter Sarsgaard, and more will also star in the 2025 movie.
Browse through the gallery for the photos of Christian Bale and Jessie Buckley on set in full costume and makeup…...
- 5/1/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Even in the face of exciting and thrilling superhero games, Batman: Arkham trilogy games are still considered to be one of the greatest. The primary reason for the trilogy’s popularity goes to the exceptional gameplay mechanics, immersive storytelling, and faithful adaptation of the comics, captivating both casual gamers and the ardent Dark Knight fans.
Batman in the Batman: Arkham Trilogy
With a superior combat system neatly integrated with innovative stealth gameplay, the game features some of the most iconic locations and a plethora of gadgets to take down the thugs and the supervillains. However, the trilogy also features a rich narrative that focuses on every minute detail. Needless to say, gamers enjoyed every minute of playing the trilogy.
It looks like a Snake Eyes game from the G.I. Joe franchise is in the works and it is heavily inspired by the Batman Arkham games.
Batman: Arkham Trilogy Inspires G.
Batman in the Batman: Arkham Trilogy
With a superior combat system neatly integrated with innovative stealth gameplay, the game features some of the most iconic locations and a plethora of gadgets to take down the thugs and the supervillains. However, the trilogy also features a rich narrative that focuses on every minute detail. Needless to say, gamers enjoyed every minute of playing the trilogy.
It looks like a Snake Eyes game from the G.I. Joe franchise is in the works and it is heavily inspired by the Batman Arkham games.
Batman: Arkham Trilogy Inspires G.
- 5/1/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Chris Hemsworth As Thor, Liam Hemsworth ( Photo Credit – IMDb; Facebook )
In the Marvel movies, Chris Hemsworth made us all fall in love as the God of Thunder, aka Thor. We cannot imagine any actor playing the character with such conviction. The actor has played Thor in 4 solo movies and several Avengers movies. We all know that Tom Hiddleston, who plays Loki, also auditioned for the character. But did you know Chris’ brother Liam was also one of the contenders?
Yes, you read it right! Liam Hemsworth was also considered to be cast as Thor in the MCU movies. Liam had auditioned and impressed the makers, which made Chris Hemsworth jealous of his brother. The Extraction actor revealed the same in a new interview.
Chris Hemsworth Was Jealous of Liam Hemsworth
The Thor: Ragnarok actor told Vanity Fair in an interview, “No, ’cause I was told I didn’t have the part at that point,...
In the Marvel movies, Chris Hemsworth made us all fall in love as the God of Thunder, aka Thor. We cannot imagine any actor playing the character with such conviction. The actor has played Thor in 4 solo movies and several Avengers movies. We all know that Tom Hiddleston, who plays Loki, also auditioned for the character. But did you know Chris’ brother Liam was also one of the contenders?
Yes, you read it right! Liam Hemsworth was also considered to be cast as Thor in the MCU movies. Liam had auditioned and impressed the makers, which made Chris Hemsworth jealous of his brother. The Extraction actor revealed the same in a new interview.
Chris Hemsworth Was Jealous of Liam Hemsworth
The Thor: Ragnarok actor told Vanity Fair in an interview, “No, ’cause I was told I didn’t have the part at that point,...
- 5/1/2024
- by Pooja Darade
- KoiMoi
Chris Hemsworth had his career-defining role in 2011 with the MCU film Thor. Since then, the actor has been in multiple Marvel films, playing the God of Thunder. While the actor has also appeared in films such as Extraction and Snow White and the Huntsman, he became a worldwide star and one of the highest-paid actors with the Thor and Avengers films.
However, the fourth solo film in the franchise, Thor: Love and Thunder was not as well-received as its predecessors. Despite being a commercial success, the film was criticized for its shoddy VFX and writing. Hemsworth has now come out and taken responsibility for the film’s disappointing response.
Chris Hemsworth Claims Responsibility For The Criticisms Of Thor: Love and Thunder Chris Hemsworth in Thor: Love and Thunder
Actor Chris Hemsworth and director Taika Waititi reunited after the success of Thor: Ragnarok with the fourth film in the franchise.
However, the fourth solo film in the franchise, Thor: Love and Thunder was not as well-received as its predecessors. Despite being a commercial success, the film was criticized for its shoddy VFX and writing. Hemsworth has now come out and taken responsibility for the film’s disappointing response.
Chris Hemsworth Claims Responsibility For The Criticisms Of Thor: Love and Thunder Chris Hemsworth in Thor: Love and Thunder
Actor Chris Hemsworth and director Taika Waititi reunited after the success of Thor: Ragnarok with the fourth film in the franchise.
- 5/1/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Chris Hemsworth Reveals He Was Getting Frustrated With His MCU Role As He Opens Up On Thor: Love And Thunder’s Failure (Photo Credit – IMDb)
Chris Hemsworth is best known for playing Thor in the MCU, but his last solo movie, Thor: Love and Thunder, was a disaster and was faced with much criticism. It seems Hemsworth is still not over the film’s bad reception among the audience. He has also revealed being frustrated with his role as the God of Thunder. Keep scrolling for more.
The fourth installment in his solo franchise was released in 2022, bringing back Natalie Portman as Jane Foster; in addition, the MCU movie featured Christian Bale as Gorr the God Butcher and Russell Crowe as Zeus. Despite the ensemble cast members, the film failed to create the desired magic on screen. It was deemed too silly, and director Taika Waititi was slammed for excessive comic elements in the movie.
Chris Hemsworth is best known for playing Thor in the MCU, but his last solo movie, Thor: Love and Thunder, was a disaster and was faced with much criticism. It seems Hemsworth is still not over the film’s bad reception among the audience. He has also revealed being frustrated with his role as the God of Thunder. Keep scrolling for more.
The fourth installment in his solo franchise was released in 2022, bringing back Natalie Portman as Jane Foster; in addition, the MCU movie featured Christian Bale as Gorr the God Butcher and Russell Crowe as Zeus. Despite the ensemble cast members, the film failed to create the desired magic on screen. It was deemed too silly, and director Taika Waititi was slammed for excessive comic elements in the movie.
- 5/1/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
It’s been a phase to forget for superhero movies across the board. DC Extended Universe could not sustain itself, drawing the franchise to an early end. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is going through a lean patch that they don’t have any idea how to deal with.
Some call it superhero fatigue, some lousy writing. The real answer might be a cocktail of both extremes. But in this dry run for superhero flicks, the aficionados of the genre have something to be elated about – the Dark Knight universe might be set to make a comeback.
Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy was a breath of fresh air for fans
Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Trilogy enthralled fans left, right and center l Credit: Wikipedia Commons
The superhero genre was not the phenomenon we know it to be, back in the 2000s. Fans had been treated to the...
Some call it superhero fatigue, some lousy writing. The real answer might be a cocktail of both extremes. But in this dry run for superhero flicks, the aficionados of the genre have something to be elated about – the Dark Knight universe might be set to make a comeback.
Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy was a breath of fresh air for fans
Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Trilogy enthralled fans left, right and center l Credit: Wikipedia Commons
The superhero genre was not the phenomenon we know it to be, back in the 2000s. Fans had been treated to the...
- 4/30/2024
- by Smriti Sneh
- FandomWire
The Dark Knight trilogy, directed by Oscar-winner Christopher Nolan, is considered one of the best superhero franchises out there. Starring Christian Bale in the lead as Bruce Wayne/Batman, the movies went on to become hugely successful and even got a posthumous Oscar win for actor Heath Ledger, who played Joker in the second movie.
Tom Hardy’s Bane and Christian Bale’s Batman in The Dark Knight Rises
But nothing is ever perfect, and the trilogy is no exception. At the end of the third movie, which saw the showdown between Batman and his nemesis, Bane, played by Tom Hardy, there were some discrepancies. Marion Cotillard played the role of Talia al-Ghul, the daughter of Ras al-Ghul, who comes to Gotham for revenge as Batman killed her father. And her death scene in the movie is something fans have never been to find of.
A Death Scene in Christopher...
Tom Hardy’s Bane and Christian Bale’s Batman in The Dark Knight Rises
But nothing is ever perfect, and the trilogy is no exception. At the end of the third movie, which saw the showdown between Batman and his nemesis, Bane, played by Tom Hardy, there were some discrepancies. Marion Cotillard played the role of Talia al-Ghul, the daughter of Ras al-Ghul, who comes to Gotham for revenge as Batman killed her father. And her death scene in the movie is something fans have never been to find of.
A Death Scene in Christopher...
- 4/30/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Drew Barrymore is an American sweetheart. The actress has been working in front of the camera since she was a child, having made her debut with Altered States in 1980. And two years later, Barrymore found her breakthrough in Steven Spielberg’s sci-fi film, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Then in the ’90s and 2000s, she became the rom-com queen with hit after hits, especially because of her chemistry with Adam Sandler.
Drew Barrymore | The Drew Barrymore Show
But did you know that there was a time when Drew Barrymore was considered to be ugly? Her production company, Flower Films’ first movie started Barrymore in the lead in a movie titled Never Been Kissed (1999). The rom-com went on to become a hit and opened a new door of adventures for the actress. But while the movie was being filmed, Barrymore had to go through some issues before she could come out on top.
Drew Barrymore | The Drew Barrymore Show
But did you know that there was a time when Drew Barrymore was considered to be ugly? Her production company, Flower Films’ first movie started Barrymore in the lead in a movie titled Never Been Kissed (1999). The rom-com went on to become a hit and opened a new door of adventures for the actress. But while the movie was being filmed, Barrymore had to go through some issues before she could come out on top.
- 4/30/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Several months ago, word leaked out that Maggie Gyllenhaal was set to write and direct a film called The Bride!, a new take on the concept of the 1935 classic The Bride of Frankenstein (watch it Here). Once thought to be set up at the Netflix streaming service, this one is actually happening at Warner Bros., and the studio has set the film for a theatrical release, IMAX screens included, on October 3, 2025. Gyllenhaal has assembled a strong cast for the film that includes Penelope Cruz, Annette Bening, Peter Sarsgaard, Julianne Hough, John Magaro, and Jeannie Berlin, with Jessie Buckley as The Bride and Christian Bale as Frankenstein’s Monster. Official images of the Bride and the Monster have been released before; in fact, those are what can be seen above this paragraph. But now Buckley and Bale have been spotted on set, in costume, and a “spy pic” image of them...
- 4/30/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight trilogy presented the Batman lore in a grounded and exciting fashion with Christian Bale playing the titular role. The trilogy also presented a rich array of supervillains paired against Batman with Heath Ledger’s Joker and Tom Hardy’s Bane being a talking point for fans.
Heath Ledger as Joker in The Dark Knight
Each actor brought so much complexity to their roles and while both are drastically different characters, fans often compare them and decide who was more compelling. However, Nolan believes that the two characters do not exist in the same periphery and are not suited for a justified comparison.
Christopher Nolan Does Not Approve of Fans Comparing The Joker and Bane in His Trilogy
Tom Hardy’s Bane in The Dark Knight Rises is diametrically different from Heath Ledger’s Joker
Christopher Nolan followed up his incredible origin film for Batman in...
Heath Ledger as Joker in The Dark Knight
Each actor brought so much complexity to their roles and while both are drastically different characters, fans often compare them and decide who was more compelling. However, Nolan believes that the two characters do not exist in the same periphery and are not suited for a justified comparison.
Christopher Nolan Does Not Approve of Fans Comparing The Joker and Bane in His Trilogy
Tom Hardy’s Bane in The Dark Knight Rises is diametrically different from Heath Ledger’s Joker
Christopher Nolan followed up his incredible origin film for Batman in...
- 4/30/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
As far as comic book adaptations go, most objective commentators and critics will agree that there is nothing better, overall than Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy, which adapted the character of Batman and his world. Starring Christian Bale in the main role, the trilogy is lauded by critics and fans as well for having elevated the comic book movie to a completely new level, combining the fantasy of these worlds with the realism of our own world in the best way possible. Jonathan Nolan, Christopher’s brother, also contributed to the series as a screenwriter and in a recent interview, he confirmed that he would love to go back to that world at one point.
Jonathan Nolan is Christopher’s frequent collaborator and is credited as the co-writer of The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises, alongside Christopher. Both brothers have since moved on from comic book adaptations,...
Jonathan Nolan is Christopher’s frequent collaborator and is credited as the co-writer of The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises, alongside Christopher. Both brothers have since moved on from comic book adaptations,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Projects about the Vietnam War and its aftermath are so plentiful as to be practically their own genre, and they’ve starred a who’s who of Hollywood icons, including John Wayne, Robert De Niro, Marlon Brando, Robin Williams, Tom Cruise, Mel Gibson and Christian Bale.
Notably missing from the casts — at least among the substantive speaking parts — have been performers of actual Vietnamese descent. That’s finally changed with The Sympathizer, HBO and A24’s limited series adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer-winning novel. Robert Downey Jr. (who also executive produces) and Sandra Oh are the big names involved, but they are led by relative newcomer Hoa Xuande and joined by Vietnamese costars to tell a story about spycraft and personal and collective identity immediately following the conflict, centering the people whose lives and country were torn apart as a result.
The Hollywood Reporter spoke with eight of...
Notably missing from the casts — at least among the substantive speaking parts — have been performers of actual Vietnamese descent. That’s finally changed with The Sympathizer, HBO and A24’s limited series adaptation of Viet Thanh Nguyen’s Pulitzer-winning novel. Robert Downey Jr. (who also executive produces) and Sandra Oh are the big names involved, but they are led by relative newcomer Hoa Xuande and joined by Vietnamese costars to tell a story about spycraft and personal and collective identity immediately following the conflict, centering the people whose lives and country were torn apart as a result.
The Hollywood Reporter spoke with eight of...
- 4/30/2024
- by Rebecca Sun
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Austin Powers star Mike Myers made a rare public appearance at the American Film Institute Life Achievement Award Gala. On Saturday, Myers appeared with a buzzcut showing off his gray hair, a change from his usual long brown hairdo. The actor also sported a simple, sophisticated black and white tuxedo set.
The AFI Awards is the first public event Myers has attended over a year. Hosted at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Myers was seen taking photos with fans outside the venue. Actress Nicole Kidman was honored at the ceremony.
Myers appeared on stage in a gold masquerade mask and long black cloak during the event. The actor unveiled himself before delivering a speech.
Myers’ last public appearance was in October 2022 on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. His latest acting gig was in the mystery/comedy film Amsterdam as Paul Canterbury. The film also stars Christian Bale, Margot Robbie...
The AFI Awards is the first public event Myers has attended over a year. Hosted at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Myers was seen taking photos with fans outside the venue. Actress Nicole Kidman was honored at the ceremony.
Myers appeared on stage in a gold masquerade mask and long black cloak during the event. The actor unveiled himself before delivering a speech.
Myers’ last public appearance was in October 2022 on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. His latest acting gig was in the mystery/comedy film Amsterdam as Paul Canterbury. The film also stars Christian Bale, Margot Robbie...
- 4/30/2024
- by Ann Hoang
- Uinterview
Christian Bale has been spotted on set of his new Frankenstein project for the first time!
The 50-year-old Oscar-winning actor got some notes from director Maggie Gyllenhaal as they prepared to film scenes for The Bride! on Monday (April 29) in New York City.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Christian Bale
Christian was seen completely covered up in dirty black leather trenchcoat with a black scarf wrapped around his face while wearing tiny sunglasses and a black hat as he carried two suitcases.
While Christian is playing Frankenstein’s monster in the movie, The Bride will be played by Jessie Buckley.
Keep reading to find out more…Here’s the movie’s synopsis: “A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to seek the aide of a Dr. Euphronius in creating a companion for himself. The two reinvigorate a murdered young woman and the Bride is born. She is beyond what either of them intended,...
The 50-year-old Oscar-winning actor got some notes from director Maggie Gyllenhaal as they prepared to film scenes for The Bride! on Monday (April 29) in New York City.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Christian Bale
Christian was seen completely covered up in dirty black leather trenchcoat with a black scarf wrapped around his face while wearing tiny sunglasses and a black hat as he carried two suitcases.
While Christian is playing Frankenstein’s monster in the movie, The Bride will be played by Jessie Buckley.
Keep reading to find out more…Here’s the movie’s synopsis: “A lonely Frankenstein travels to 1930s Chicago to seek the aide of a Dr. Euphronius in creating a companion for himself. The two reinvigorate a murdered young woman and the Bride is born. She is beyond what either of them intended,...
- 4/30/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
While Christopher Nolan is seen as the forerunner of original ideas in Hollywood with films such as Tenet and Inception, the filmmaker once redefined the superhero genre with his The Dark Knight trilogy. The films saw Christian Bale as Batman and depicted a realistic version of Gotham and the Caped Crusader, and dealt with philosophical and real-world issues such as the nature of violence and the right to privacy.
While The Dark Knight trilogy is often placed among the greatest superhero films ever made, Nolan reportedly also had a hand in making one of the most underrated animated Batman movies. According to Bruce Timm, Nolan was deeply involved in the making of Batman: Gotham Knight, which was set between the events of Batman Begins and The Dark Knight.
Christopher Nolan Was Involved In Batman: Gotham Knight From The Start A still from Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins
After Warner Bros....
While The Dark Knight trilogy is often placed among the greatest superhero films ever made, Nolan reportedly also had a hand in making one of the most underrated animated Batman movies. According to Bruce Timm, Nolan was deeply involved in the making of Batman: Gotham Knight, which was set between the events of Batman Begins and The Dark Knight.
Christopher Nolan Was Involved In Batman: Gotham Knight From The Start A still from Christopher Nolan’s Batman Begins
After Warner Bros....
- 4/29/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Taking on the iconic role of Batman in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy, Christian Bale’s performance is hailed as one of the finest. However, his tenure as the Caped Crusader concluded with the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises. While the odds for his return seem unlikely, fans have found solace in the fan-made trailers, envisioning Bale’s return.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight trilogy | Credit: IMDb
A similar fan-made trailer shared on YouTube has reignited excitement among fans as Bale returns to the role of the DC superhero, confronting the menacing villain Black Mask in this captivating re-imagining.
Christian Bale Returns as The Dark Knight in a Fanmade Trailer
Fans, who have been eagerly anticipating Christian Bale’s return as Batman since The Dark Knight trilogy concluded, are treated to a glimpse of what his return to Gotham might entail in a fan-made trailer shared by Kh Studio on YouTube.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight trilogy | Credit: IMDb
A similar fan-made trailer shared on YouTube has reignited excitement among fans as Bale returns to the role of the DC superhero, confronting the menacing villain Black Mask in this captivating re-imagining.
Christian Bale Returns as The Dark Knight in a Fanmade Trailer
Fans, who have been eagerly anticipating Christian Bale’s return as Batman since The Dark Knight trilogy concluded, are treated to a glimpse of what his return to Gotham might entail in a fan-made trailer shared by Kh Studio on YouTube.
- 4/29/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Studio Ghibli founder Hayao Miyazaki is 83; because of this and his own past flirtations with retirement, some morbid critics are a bit too eager to look at how each new Miyazaki film would serve as his career capstone.
I'm going to keep such thoughts to a minimum, but Miyazaki's latest film, 2023's "The Boy and the Heron", couldn't have been made by anyone but a man aware he's aging. Set in Japan during World War II, the movie centers on young Mahito, who must reckon with the loss of his mother as he falls into a Lewis Carroll-style fantasy world held together by its elderly creator.
"The Boy and the Heron" won Best Animated Feature at the Oscars earlier this year (which it totally deserved). If you haven't seen it yet, don't fret. U.S. distributor GKids has announced the home media release date for the film — including a Blu-ray release date.
I'm going to keep such thoughts to a minimum, but Miyazaki's latest film, 2023's "The Boy and the Heron", couldn't have been made by anyone but a man aware he's aging. Set in Japan during World War II, the movie centers on young Mahito, who must reckon with the loss of his mother as he falls into a Lewis Carroll-style fantasy world held together by its elderly creator.
"The Boy and the Heron" won Best Animated Feature at the Oscars earlier this year (which it totally deserved). If you haven't seen it yet, don't fret. U.S. distributor GKids has announced the home media release date for the film — including a Blu-ray release date.
- 4/29/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
Anne Hathaway worked with a choreographer for weeks to obtain her Catwoman “swagger” in ‘The Dark Knight Rises’.The 41-year-old actress played the superhero alongside Christian Bale, 50, as Batman in Christopher Nolan’s 2012 blockbuster, and has now admitted she needed help getting the character’s gait right as she felt so disconnected from her body.She told The New York Times: “I worked with a choreographer for three weeks to find that swagger.“Because – oh, this is going to sound like a weird sentence – I wasn’t connected enough to my hips.“I kept imagining a cat’s movement and the way it’s fluid and swishy but also strong and purposeful, and they helped me find my hips.“I didn’t feel connected to my body early in my life. It was this weird thing.”When asked why she didn’t feel “connected” to herself, Anne said: “I mean,...
- 4/29/2024
- by BANG Showbiz Reporter
- Bang Showbiz
The novelty of Christian Bale’s performance as the murderous and psychopathic Patrick Bateman in American Psycho is his inherent lust for murder. The cruel intentions that he keeps at bay despite the absolute façade of normality of his mask make his role even more seductive to the audience. However, the film was not the original piece of art from where the idea of Bateman was born.
Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman [Credit: Lionsgate Films]Originating from Robert Bloch’s 1959 novel Psycho featuring Norman Bates and adapted into a film of the same name by Alfred Hitchcock in 1960, Bret Easton Ellis’ novel is not a far throw from the mid-20th century author’s work. Ellis’ American Psycho is a more capitalist take on the classical psychopath against the backdrop of a modern world.
Bret Easton Ellis Clears an American Psycho Misconception
In a world guided by myths and misconceptions, it...
Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman [Credit: Lionsgate Films]Originating from Robert Bloch’s 1959 novel Psycho featuring Norman Bates and adapted into a film of the same name by Alfred Hitchcock in 1960, Bret Easton Ellis’ novel is not a far throw from the mid-20th century author’s work. Ellis’ American Psycho is a more capitalist take on the classical psychopath against the backdrop of a modern world.
Bret Easton Ellis Clears an American Psycho Misconception
In a world guided by myths and misconceptions, it...
- 4/28/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Product placements have been a thing in movies for decades, as companies are often enticed to link themselves with popular IPs to boost brand recognition. However, this isn’t always the case, as there have been instances when brands have tried to distance themselves from certain projects, which delves into more controversial subjects.
Similar was the case for American Psycho, as Rolex was against Patrick Bateman wearing their watch due to the character’s actions, forcing the creators to change one quote from the book.
Rolex Didn’t Want to Associate Themselves With Patrick Bateman American Psycho | Lionsgate
In Bret Easton Ellis’ book, Patrick Bateman wears a Rolex Datejust, which is mentioned 26 times throughout the novel, including the time when he’s in bed with two prostitutes, and delivers the line: “Don’t touch the Rolex”. But in the Mary Harron-led adaptation, starring Christian Bale, it’s replaced with...
Similar was the case for American Psycho, as Rolex was against Patrick Bateman wearing their watch due to the character’s actions, forcing the creators to change one quote from the book.
Rolex Didn’t Want to Associate Themselves With Patrick Bateman American Psycho | Lionsgate
In Bret Easton Ellis’ book, Patrick Bateman wears a Rolex Datejust, which is mentioned 26 times throughout the novel, including the time when he’s in bed with two prostitutes, and delivers the line: “Don’t touch the Rolex”. But in the Mary Harron-led adaptation, starring Christian Bale, it’s replaced with...
- 4/28/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
28 Years Later, an upcoming zombie film trilogy that fans have been clamoring for 17 years is finally becoming a reality. However, the long-awaited announcement of the new trilogy had some disappointing news. Cillian Murphy, who starred in the original movie, 28 Days Later, and an executive producer of the film will not be a part of the first film.
Cillian Murphy as Dr J. Robert Oppenheimer
Even though Danny Boyle and Alex Garland have put their project as one of the hottest upcoming films in Hollywood, fans are quite disappointed with Murphy’s absence in the first film. While the Oppenheimer actor will not be a part of the first film, fans of the upcoming post-apocalyptic film should not be disappointed as there’s some positive news for them. Though absent from the first film, he is going to be a part of the sequels.
Cillian Murphy Would Potentially Appear...
Cillian Murphy as Dr J. Robert Oppenheimer
Even though Danny Boyle and Alex Garland have put their project as one of the hottest upcoming films in Hollywood, fans are quite disappointed with Murphy’s absence in the first film. While the Oppenheimer actor will not be a part of the first film, fans of the upcoming post-apocalyptic film should not be disappointed as there’s some positive news for them. Though absent from the first film, he is going to be a part of the sequels.
Cillian Murphy Would Potentially Appear...
- 4/28/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
The procedural shows have been popular with viewers for many years. Projects dedicated to the work of firefighters and other emergency personnel offer a 50-minute dose of drama and action.
Chicago Fire creators Michael Brandt and Derek Haas have been writing together since the 1990s. They sold their first script while Brandt was working as an assistant editor on Robert Rodriguez's The Faculty in 1998, but their first known project came five years later, a Fast and Furious sequel. Another famous film of the duo is the western 3:10 to Yuma with Russell Crowe and Christian Bale.
So, Brandt and Haas definitely know a thing or two about quality scripts.
Chicago Fire Started Out Good, But Now Seems to Be Losing Its Grip
The series they created, Chicago Fire, is not just another story about firefighters, but a critically and commercially acclaimed drama that has lasted 12 seasons. The secret to...
Chicago Fire creators Michael Brandt and Derek Haas have been writing together since the 1990s. They sold their first script while Brandt was working as an assistant editor on Robert Rodriguez's The Faculty in 1998, but their first known project came five years later, a Fast and Furious sequel. Another famous film of the duo is the western 3:10 to Yuma with Russell Crowe and Christian Bale.
So, Brandt and Haas definitely know a thing or two about quality scripts.
Chicago Fire Started Out Good, But Now Seems to Be Losing Its Grip
The series they created, Chicago Fire, is not just another story about firefighters, but a critically and commercially acclaimed drama that has lasted 12 seasons. The secret to...
- 4/25/2024
- by zoe-wallace@startefacts.com (Zoe Wallace)
- STartefacts.com
Good news for 12-year-old kids who talk about Deadpool as if he’s Jean-Luc Godard, think calling someone a “fuck puppet” is the height of comedy, and just can’t wait until July for another noxiously self-aware cartoon bloodbath about a disfigured anti-hero who dresses in red and simply refuses to shut up: “Boy Kills World” is here. The film’s hyper-logorrheic protagonist doesn’t actually talk, on account of the fact that his tongue was sliced off when he was a child. “Boy” communicates to us instead through the magic of his internal monologue, for which he permanently assigned the voice of H. Jon Benjamin because the “Bob’s Burgers” actor sounds like a little boy’s idea of a lovable vigilante, equal parts Ryan Reynolds and Christian Bale.
As with most of the details that make up Moritz Mohr’s all too zany debut, it’s a clever device...
As with most of the details that make up Moritz Mohr’s all too zany debut, it’s a clever device...
- 4/24/2024
- by David Ehrlich
- Indiewire
Christopher Nolan’s movies are always known for having deeper meanings that force people to completely submerge into the artwork. But rarely does it ever make headlines for its political connections, like that of The Dark Knight Rises (2012). Often labeled as a right-wing film due to specific reasons, Nolan addressed fans’ comments.
Acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan | Credit: Wired/YouTube
It’s been years since the release of The Dark Knight Rises, but as soon as Christopher Nolan found the opportunity to clarify the political interpretations of the film, he grabbed it. Seemingly disgruntled by how his film got labeled as right-wing, Nolan pinpointed the idea that people missed through the depiction.
The Dark Knight Rises is Often Interpreted as Right-Wing
Christopher Nolan‘s movies are something that fans and critics love to dissect and learn about the mysteries of his art. Filled with inner meanings and subtle hints, Nolan’s...
Acclaimed filmmaker Christopher Nolan | Credit: Wired/YouTube
It’s been years since the release of The Dark Knight Rises, but as soon as Christopher Nolan found the opportunity to clarify the political interpretations of the film, he grabbed it. Seemingly disgruntled by how his film got labeled as right-wing, Nolan pinpointed the idea that people missed through the depiction.
The Dark Knight Rises is Often Interpreted as Right-Wing
Christopher Nolan‘s movies are something that fans and critics love to dissect and learn about the mysteries of his art. Filled with inner meanings and subtle hints, Nolan’s...
- 4/24/2024
- by Krittika Mukherjee
- FandomWire
Jonathan Majors’ Kang was supposed to be the big antagonist in the upcoming Avengers films and the climactic antagonist for the ‘Multiversal Saga’ of the MCU. However, the actor was dropped from future Marvel projects due to his legal troubles and eventual sentencing after being accused of assault.
The actor made his MCU debut with the Disney Plus series Loki, where he was introduced as He Who Remains, the protector of the Sacred Timeline. He also made an appearance in the box office disaster Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and was regarded as the best part of the film. Majors had mentioned his technique to get into character, which included a curated playlist that got the energy of the role right.
Jonathan Majors Used One Technique To Deliver Great Performances As Kang Jonathan Majors as Kang in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Jonathan Majors rose to prominence quickly in his career as an actor.
The actor made his MCU debut with the Disney Plus series Loki, where he was introduced as He Who Remains, the protector of the Sacred Timeline. He also made an appearance in the box office disaster Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania and was regarded as the best part of the film. Majors had mentioned his technique to get into character, which included a curated playlist that got the energy of the role right.
Jonathan Majors Used One Technique To Deliver Great Performances As Kang Jonathan Majors as Kang in Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania
Jonathan Majors rose to prominence quickly in his career as an actor.
- 4/23/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Randeep Hooda shared that he won’t confine himself to one theme and will explore various genres. The actor also hinted at his next project as a filmmaker, possibly an action film.
When asked about the topics he plans to explore in his next project, Randeep told Ians: “Even as an actor, I have jumped genres and I have jumped roles and characters. So similarly, as a filmmaker, I’ll be jumping genres, and topics. Maybe the next one I will be making an action film.
Randeep made his Bollywood debut in 2001 with ‘Monsoon Wedding’.
Over his two-decade-long journey in Hindi cinema, the actor has delivered some iconic characters and films, including ‘Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster’, ‘Murder 3’, ‘Highway’, and ‘Sarbjit’.
Does he feel there’s an oligarchy that keeps natural talents at bay?
“The industry is not one person or a group of people. It’s different islands trying to do their own thing.
When asked about the topics he plans to explore in his next project, Randeep told Ians: “Even as an actor, I have jumped genres and I have jumped roles and characters. So similarly, as a filmmaker, I’ll be jumping genres, and topics. Maybe the next one I will be making an action film.
Randeep made his Bollywood debut in 2001 with ‘Monsoon Wedding’.
Over his two-decade-long journey in Hindi cinema, the actor has delivered some iconic characters and films, including ‘Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster’, ‘Murder 3’, ‘Highway’, and ‘Sarbjit’.
Does he feel there’s an oligarchy that keeps natural talents at bay?
“The industry is not one person or a group of people. It’s different islands trying to do their own thing.
- 4/23/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
When Christopher Nolan Revealed That Tom Hardy Based His Menacing ‘Bane’ On The Dark Knight Rises Maker ( Photo Credit – IMDb )
People wait eagerly for any and every Christopher Nolan movie, and his Batman movies starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne are still considered one of the best comic book films ever. It gave us the classic villain in Heath Ledger’s Joker, and Tom Hardy as Bane was also quite memorable. Hardy did an exceptional job as the anti-hero in The Dark Knight Rises. But did you know it was the film’s director on whom Hardy based his menacing character?
It was the last movie in Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy and came out around four years after the release of 2008’s The Dark Knight. The movie had an ensemble cast of Anne Hathaway, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Morgan Freeman, besides Bale and Hardy.
People wait eagerly for any and every Christopher Nolan movie, and his Batman movies starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne are still considered one of the best comic book films ever. It gave us the classic villain in Heath Ledger’s Joker, and Tom Hardy as Bane was also quite memorable. Hardy did an exceptional job as the anti-hero in The Dark Knight Rises. But did you know it was the film’s director on whom Hardy based his menacing character?
It was the last movie in Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy and came out around four years after the release of 2008’s The Dark Knight. The movie had an ensemble cast of Anne Hathaway, Gary Oldman, Morgan Freeman, Michael Caine, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Morgan Freeman, besides Bale and Hardy.
- 4/21/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
From beginning his career as a rapper to becoming one of Hollywood’s most bankable stars, Mark Wahlberg’s journey to superstardom has been inspirational. While the actor has done a gamut of roles, his love for the action genre is well-documented over the years in films like Shooter, the Transformers series, Patriots Day, and many more.
Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Wahlberg has been a hardcore sports fan, especially when it comes to boxing and the UFC in which he has also invested in professionally. In 2010, the Oscar nominee went through rigorous training to play the role of a boxer in the sports biopic, The Fighter. Despite the celebrity continuing to maintain a ripped physique at age 52, he felt nailing this character now was a bit out of his reach.
Mark Wahlberg Gave His Heart And Soul For The Fighter
David O. Russel’s 2010 sports biopic...
Hollywood star Mark Wahlberg (image credit: Wikimedia Commons)
Wahlberg has been a hardcore sports fan, especially when it comes to boxing and the UFC in which he has also invested in professionally. In 2010, the Oscar nominee went through rigorous training to play the role of a boxer in the sports biopic, The Fighter. Despite the celebrity continuing to maintain a ripped physique at age 52, he felt nailing this character now was a bit out of his reach.
Mark Wahlberg Gave His Heart And Soul For The Fighter
David O. Russel’s 2010 sports biopic...
- 4/21/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
While Steven Spielberg might hail superhero movies as Oscar-worthy, the likes of Martin Scorsese and Anthony Hopkins have gone on to criticize Marvel and DC flicks and even deemed them not cinema-worthy. Although each actor has a right to have their own opinions regarding different genres of cinema, fans have disliked how big names in Hollywood have time and again belittled superhero flicks and the actors who work in them.
Anthony Hopkins did not like acting in the MCU (Image: Thor)
Over the years, fans have waged war against such opinions, and comic book actors have defended such movies. And now, even Walton Goggins has joined them after Ray Winstone recently called out the excessive use of green screens in superhero flicks.
Walton Goggins Defends Marvel’s Use of Green Screens Walton Goggins as Sonny Burch in Ant-Man and the Wasp
It is no secret that superhero flicks, especially Marvel movies,...
Anthony Hopkins did not like acting in the MCU (Image: Thor)
Over the years, fans have waged war against such opinions, and comic book actors have defended such movies. And now, even Walton Goggins has joined them after Ray Winstone recently called out the excessive use of green screens in superhero flicks.
Walton Goggins Defends Marvel’s Use of Green Screens Walton Goggins as Sonny Burch in Ant-Man and the Wasp
It is no secret that superhero flicks, especially Marvel movies,...
- 4/21/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese are two of the biggest titans of cinema. DiCaprio is known for his charisma and flawless acting while Scorsese’s gritty realism is unmatched by anyone else. Magic has happened whenever these two worlds have collided in movies like “The Departed” & “The Wolf of Wall Street”.
A still from Killers of the Flower Moon
Now, the pair are set to reunite for a project that’s sure to generate a buzz – a biopic about the legendary singer Frank Sinatra. However, with any highly anticipated film, there are always those who express doubt. But DiCaprio’s supporters are firing back, ready to defend the actor’s ability to embody the spirit of Ol’ Blue Eyes.
Some Fans Believe Leonardo DiCaprio Is The Only Actor Who Can Pull Off The Role of Frank Sinatra A still from Wolf of Wall Street
Leonardo DiCaprio‘s casting as Frank...
A still from Killers of the Flower Moon
Now, the pair are set to reunite for a project that’s sure to generate a buzz – a biopic about the legendary singer Frank Sinatra. However, with any highly anticipated film, there are always those who express doubt. But DiCaprio’s supporters are firing back, ready to defend the actor’s ability to embody the spirit of Ol’ Blue Eyes.
Some Fans Believe Leonardo DiCaprio Is The Only Actor Who Can Pull Off The Role of Frank Sinatra A still from Wolf of Wall Street
Leonardo DiCaprio‘s casting as Frank...
- 4/21/2024
- by Piyush Yadav
- FandomWire
After the historic success of Oppenheimer and his Oscar win, Cillian Murphy’s star power has risen significantly. While he was not an A-list superstar, people have loved him over the years, especially in his films with Christopher Nolan and as Thomas Shelby in Peaky Blinders. People are looking forward to what he will do next after his Oscar win.
Cillian Murphy put up a terrifying performance as Jackson Rippner in Red Eye
Murphy has many projects in the pipeline, and most recently premiered his historical drama Small Things Like These at the recent Berlin International Film Festival. According to new reports, he is venturing into the gaming world with a villain role in the seventh installment of the Far Cry game series.
Cillian Murphy Rumored to Be The Villain of Far Cry 7 Despite immense hype, Giancarlo Esposito’s Anton Castillo (in Far Cry 6) did not impress fans
Cillian Murphy...
Cillian Murphy put up a terrifying performance as Jackson Rippner in Red Eye
Murphy has many projects in the pipeline, and most recently premiered his historical drama Small Things Like These at the recent Berlin International Film Festival. According to new reports, he is venturing into the gaming world with a villain role in the seventh installment of the Far Cry game series.
Cillian Murphy Rumored to Be The Villain of Far Cry 7 Despite immense hype, Giancarlo Esposito’s Anton Castillo (in Far Cry 6) did not impress fans
Cillian Murphy...
- 4/21/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
PodcastOne (Nasdaq: Podc), a leading podcast platform and a subsidiary of LiveOne (Nasdaq: Lvo), announced today that its award winning podcast The Adam Carolla Show hosted by revered comedian Adam Carolla, is celebrating its 15th Anniversary. Carolla, who was inducted into the 6th Annual Podcast Hall of Fame during Podfest Expo earlier this year, launched his world-famous eponymous show in 2009. The Podcast Hall of fame celebrates the outstanding individuals who have left an indelible mark on the podcasting industry.
Since 2009, The Adam Carolla Show with its host Adam Carolla has entertained millions of listeners. Completely uncensored, Carolla welcomes a wide range of guests, such as Jimmy Kimmel, Jay Leno, Nicolas Cage, Alec Baldwin and Matt Damon in the studio for in depth interviews and a front row seat to his unparalleled ranting. With an unsurpassed library of episodes available, The Adam Carolla Show has remained one of the most popular...
Since 2009, The Adam Carolla Show with its host Adam Carolla has entertained millions of listeners. Completely uncensored, Carolla welcomes a wide range of guests, such as Jimmy Kimmel, Jay Leno, Nicolas Cage, Alec Baldwin and Matt Damon in the studio for in depth interviews and a front row seat to his unparalleled ranting. With an unsurpassed library of episodes available, The Adam Carolla Show has remained one of the most popular...
- 4/19/2024
- Podnews.net
Zack Snyder built this gritty realistic superhero world for his version of Dceu. Starting with Man of Steel in 2013, the Watchmen director helmed three successful movies while planning several other dropped projects. One common criticism he received for Batman v Superman was that he did not properly flesh out solo superhero stories before going for an ensemble film. However, Snyder clarified why he chose to do the team-up film.
Zack Snyder and Ben Affleck on the sets of Justice League
Snyder’s Batman v. Superman was largely panned by the critics. Despite receiving a dream opening at the box office, the film saw a historical drop in its second week. However, the film’s quality is still debated among fans, with Snyder cultists absolutely loving the film.
Zack Snyder Explains Why He Did Batman v. Superman Before Man of Steel 2
Zack Snyder explained why he chose to do Batman v...
Zack Snyder and Ben Affleck on the sets of Justice League
Snyder’s Batman v. Superman was largely panned by the critics. Despite receiving a dream opening at the box office, the film saw a historical drop in its second week. However, the film’s quality is still debated among fans, with Snyder cultists absolutely loving the film.
Zack Snyder Explains Why He Did Batman v. Superman Before Man of Steel 2
Zack Snyder explained why he chose to do Batman v...
- 4/19/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Jeremy Renner is an actor of immense caliber. From working in Oscar-nominated roles to the crowd favorite Hawkeye, he has gained both critical favor as well as box office hits. Renner is currently busy shooting the third season of Mayor of Kingstown. After a tumultuous 2023, the actor is making the best of his time this year, and fans couldn’t be happier.
Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton in Hawkeye
In Mayor of Kingstown, Renner plays the character of Mike McLusky, the so-called “mayor” of their town, a fixer of sorts, whose job is to keep the peace between the local thugs, the local authority, and the political circle. Renner’s character is a genius mastermind who is good at solving problems, having taken over the family business after the death of his older brother.
Jeremy Renner Reveals Which Movie He Would Want To Give The Mayor of Kingstown Treatment
Jeremy...
Jeremy Renner as Clint Barton in Hawkeye
In Mayor of Kingstown, Renner plays the character of Mike McLusky, the so-called “mayor” of their town, a fixer of sorts, whose job is to keep the peace between the local thugs, the local authority, and the political circle. Renner’s character is a genius mastermind who is good at solving problems, having taken over the family business after the death of his older brother.
Jeremy Renner Reveals Which Movie He Would Want To Give The Mayor of Kingstown Treatment
Jeremy...
- 4/18/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
From left: Dev Patel, Vipin Sharma in Monkey ManPhoto: Universal Studios
Overlook the training montage sequence in Monkey Man at your own pop culture and movie peril. Kid (Dev Patel) aims to avenge his mother’s death by vanquishing the police chief (Sikander Kher as Rana Singh) who raped and...
Overlook the training montage sequence in Monkey Man at your own pop culture and movie peril. Kid (Dev Patel) aims to avenge his mother’s death by vanquishing the police chief (Sikander Kher as Rana Singh) who raped and...
- 4/17/2024
- by Ian Spelling
- avclub.com
Have you ever experienced that electrifying moment in a film when everything you thought you knew gets flipped on its head?
I know I have, and let me tell you, there’s nothing quite like the rush of adrenaline that comes from a jaw-dropping twist ending.
Join me on a thrilling cinematic adventure as we dive deep into the realm of mind-bending twist endings.
From the classics that stunned audiences to the hidden gems that deserve more attention, we’re about to embark on a journey through the twists and turns that make movie magic genuinely unforgettable.
Get comfy because the surprises are about to begin!
A Personal Quest for Unforgettable Endings
As a devoted film enthusiast, I’ve always cherished the rollercoaster of emotions that movies can evoke.
Yet, those moments of sheer shock and awe have etched themselves into my memories.
From the palpable gasps of disbelief to...
I know I have, and let me tell you, there’s nothing quite like the rush of adrenaline that comes from a jaw-dropping twist ending.
Join me on a thrilling cinematic adventure as we dive deep into the realm of mind-bending twist endings.
From the classics that stunned audiences to the hidden gems that deserve more attention, we’re about to embark on a journey through the twists and turns that make movie magic genuinely unforgettable.
Get comfy because the surprises are about to begin!
A Personal Quest for Unforgettable Endings
As a devoted film enthusiast, I’ve always cherished the rollercoaster of emotions that movies can evoke.
Yet, those moments of sheer shock and awe have etched themselves into my memories.
From the palpable gasps of disbelief to...
- 4/15/2024
- by Pia Vermaak
- buddytv.com
For many actors, using grief to their advantage on screen is a well-trod path; however, pretending to be grieving is a whole other story. Method acting has long been seen as a demanding and occasionally contentious way of producing real performances on screen. However, revelations about Aaron Eckhart’s extreme methods to get into character for his role in 2010’s Rabbit Hole have caused a few to gasp and sparked a fresh discussion about the limits of method acting.
The actor attended a support group for parents who had lost their child and even staged his own child’s death in order to prepare for his role. Well, in the past, we’ve heard stories of actors going to great lengths to immerse themselves in their roles, from drastic weight loss to being cut off from the outside world.
But Jared Leto’s tale was nothing short of a nightmare.
The actor attended a support group for parents who had lost their child and even staged his own child’s death in order to prepare for his role. Well, in the past, we’ve heard stories of actors going to great lengths to immerse themselves in their roles, from drastic weight loss to being cut off from the outside world.
But Jared Leto’s tale was nothing short of a nightmare.
- 4/15/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Mumbai, April 15 (Ians) Varun Dhawan has shared his favourite Bollywood jam.
The actor, who will be soon seen in the upcoming movie ‘Baby John’, took to the Stories section of his Instagram and shared a meme notifying his followers of his favourite Bollywood song.
The meme features two frames in a split-screen format. The upper half of the screen, labeled “Me in public”, shows a scene from ‘American Psycho’ where Christian Bale is walking while wearing his headphones.
The lower half of the screen showcases visuals of the song ‘Chandi Ki Daal Par’ from the Salman Khan-starrer ‘Hello Brother’. Beneath it reads, “My headphones”.
The song has been sung by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and is set against the backdrop of Janmashtami.
Recently, Varun attended Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh’s concert in Mumbai, where he was seen grooving to the tracks along with his ‘Bhediya’ co-star Kriti Sanon.
Other celebs,...
The actor, who will be soon seen in the upcoming movie ‘Baby John’, took to the Stories section of his Instagram and shared a meme notifying his followers of his favourite Bollywood song.
The meme features two frames in a split-screen format. The upper half of the screen, labeled “Me in public”, shows a scene from ‘American Psycho’ where Christian Bale is walking while wearing his headphones.
The lower half of the screen showcases visuals of the song ‘Chandi Ki Daal Par’ from the Salman Khan-starrer ‘Hello Brother’. Beneath it reads, “My headphones”.
The song has been sung by Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and is set against the backdrop of Janmashtami.
Recently, Varun attended Punjabi superstar Diljit Dosanjh’s concert in Mumbai, where he was seen grooving to the tracks along with his ‘Bhediya’ co-star Kriti Sanon.
Other celebs,...
- 4/15/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Leonardo DiCaprio may keep his distance from the superhero genre today, but he was the studios’ favorite in playing some crucial Cbm characters. At the start of his career, he was offered the role of Robin in Joel Schumacher’s Batman Forever. During the Dark Knight trilogy, Warner Bros. wanted Christopher Nolan to make The Riddler as the central villain in the third film. They wanted Nolan to bring DiCaprio on board the film for the same.
WB wanted Inception star Leonardo DiCaprio in a role in The Dark Knight Rises
However, Nolan didn’t concede to the demands of the studio and insisted that he worked with a villain that suited the story. Nolan later worked with DiCaprio in Inception, which remains the actor’s highest-paying gig to date.
Warner Bros. Tried To Convince Christopher Nolan To Cast Leonardo DiCaprio as The Riddler
Leonardo DiCaprio’s The Riddler was...
WB wanted Inception star Leonardo DiCaprio in a role in The Dark Knight Rises
However, Nolan didn’t concede to the demands of the studio and insisted that he worked with a villain that suited the story. Nolan later worked with DiCaprio in Inception, which remains the actor’s highest-paying gig to date.
Warner Bros. Tried To Convince Christopher Nolan To Cast Leonardo DiCaprio as The Riddler
Leonardo DiCaprio’s The Riddler was...
- 4/15/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Tom Cruise is a global superstar with a wealth of films under his belt. The actor’s impact on Hollywood cannot be overstated, and neither can his contribution to the film industry be quantified. Unsurprisingly, Cruise has also been an inspiration to innumerable artists, and one of them happens to be Christian Bale.
Like Cruise, Bale too is an incredible actor, with an Oscar to his name. The English actor made a name for himself by undergoing extreme transformations in his roles. He has starred in several critically acclaimed films in his career, pushing the limits of his skills each time.
However, one role that stands out in Bale’s immaculate filmography is that of Patrick Bateman in American Psycho. And who was the inspiration behind it? The Mission: Impossible actor, of course.
Cruise was the inspiration for Christian Bale (Source: Mission: Impossible-Fallout)
How did Tom Cruise inspire...
Like Cruise, Bale too is an incredible actor, with an Oscar to his name. The English actor made a name for himself by undergoing extreme transformations in his roles. He has starred in several critically acclaimed films in his career, pushing the limits of his skills each time.
However, one role that stands out in Bale’s immaculate filmography is that of Patrick Bateman in American Psycho. And who was the inspiration behind it? The Mission: Impossible actor, of course.
Cruise was the inspiration for Christian Bale (Source: Mission: Impossible-Fallout)
How did Tom Cruise inspire...
- 4/14/2024
- by Sreshtha Roychowdhury
- FandomWire
It’s been almost half a century since superheros from the Marvel and DC Comics started to gain popularity in the entertainment industry, as Superman and Batman became some of the first to attain mainstream attention.
While several iterations of the superhero exist in different forms of entertainment today, many consider Christian Bale’s performance as the titular protagonist in The Dark Knight trilogy to be a classic.
Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne in a still from The Dark Knight
While hardcore fans of comic book films believe that Bale’s version of the hero was iconic, they also believe the 1993 animated feature of the character titled Batman: Mask of the Phantasm was even greater.
Since this film received so much love after its release in the ’90s, people cannot deny its legacy and mark in history.
Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm Is More Beloved By Fans Than Christian Bale...
While several iterations of the superhero exist in different forms of entertainment today, many consider Christian Bale’s performance as the titular protagonist in The Dark Knight trilogy to be a classic.
Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne in a still from The Dark Knight
While hardcore fans of comic book films believe that Bale’s version of the hero was iconic, they also believe the 1993 animated feature of the character titled Batman: Mask of the Phantasm was even greater.
Since this film received so much love after its release in the ’90s, people cannot deny its legacy and mark in history.
Batman: Mask Of The Phantasm Is More Beloved By Fans Than Christian Bale...
- 4/14/2024
- by Deepak Bisht
- FandomWire
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