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fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Bad movies, good business: how sanitised biopics became a Hollywood staple

Ryan Gosling emphasizes creating enjoyable films to attract audiences back to cinemas post-pandemic.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The Strange Comfort of a Rewatch

Rewatching familiar movies and shows provides comfort and emotional connection to our past selves.
#michael-jackson
#star-wars
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fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

My Teen Daughter Wrote a Romantasy Novel. I Read It-And It Sends a Very Alarming Message.

Trusting strangers in vulnerable situations can send harmful messages, especially in narratives aimed at young readers.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

Enough With the Vibesy Literary Remakes

Modern adaptations of classic literature often simplify complex themes, resulting in superficial interpretations that lack depth.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Marvel looks like it's about to abolish the Multiverse saga. Isn't that cheating?

It's critically important to rerelease the movie, and, in fact, we'll be rereleasing the film with footage that is set in the Doomsday story that we have added to Avengers: Endgame. It's an opportunity to create a bridge from Endgame to Doomsday in a unique way.
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fromIndieWire
2 weeks ago

'DTF St. Louis' Review: A Sensational Finale Reveals Far More Than Who Dun It - Spoilers

Detective Homer believes Clark Forrest is innocent despite doubts from the district attorney.
#comedy
NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

"Big Mistakes" Is a Crime Show for the Girls and the Gays

Nicky and Morgan Dardano's lives change drastically after a theft leads to their kidnapping by a gangster, forcing them into unexpected criminal activities.
NYC LGBT
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

"Big Mistakes" Is a Crime Show for the Girls and the Gays

Nicky and Morgan Dardano's lives change drastically after a theft leads to their kidnapping by a gangster, forcing them into unexpected criminal activities.
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fromThe Independent
1 week ago

The 19 most problematic movies of all time

Filmmakers often desire public engagement, but some films face scrutiny for problematic content due to evolving social standards.
Medicine
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Ogilvie Originally Had a Much-Different Ending on The Pitt

Season two introduces James Ogilvie, a medical student who evolves from a self-centered persona to a more empathetic character through experiences in the ER.
fromThe Independent
5 days ago

Josh Hutcherson says he tried to flag unrealistic detail in The Hunger Games

I was like, 'Look, I know this dude's a baker, but how is he doing this?' Baking sourdough is not painting. How the f*** did he do that?
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fromThe Independent
1 week ago

Ariana Grande fans call out 'obvious' editing error in Focker-In-Law trailer

Ariana Grande stars in the new Focker-In-Law trailer, which features an editing error involving a stunt double.
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

The Calculated Uplift of "I Swear"

The film's title, an obvious reference to profanity, also alludes to an incident dramatized later on, when John, on trial after inadvertently triggering a pub brawl, must give sworn testimony in court.
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Independent films
fromEsquire
1 week ago

'Weapons' Really Doesn't Need a Spin-off

Warner Bros. is developing a prequel to the horror film Weapons, focusing on the character Gladys, indicating a trend towards franchise expansion.
#film
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fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

"Mother Mary" is "Unfulfilled and Unsatisfying"

Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel's characters navigate a complex relationship in a confined setting, exploring themes of personal turmoil and artistic collaboration.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

"Mother Mary" is "Unfulfilled and Unsatisfying"

Anne Hathaway and Michaela Coel's characters navigate a complex relationship in a confined setting, exploring themes of personal turmoil and artistic collaboration.
LA Kings
fromEsquire
1 month ago

These 'Paradise' Fan Theories Might Explain Alex, Link, and the Finale

Paradise captivates audiences with its blend of emotional storytelling and sci-fi elements, sparking numerous fan theories about character origins and plot twists.
Independent films
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago

The Christophers Is Another Small Masterwork by Steven Soderbergh - Portland Mercury

Steven Soderbergh has directed 11 films since 2017, showcasing a prolific and controlled creative process.
#horror
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen review so scary it will send you hysterical

Rachel's journey to meet her fiancé's parents is filled with ominous signs, leading her to question her engagement.
Television
fromVulture
4 weeks ago

So, About That Something Very Bad That Was Going to Happen ...

The finale of Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen delivers a gruesome conclusion with a high body count, fulfilling its ominous title.
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen Could've Been a Classic

A woman with a mysterious background and a sixth sense navigates family dynamics and impending doom before her wedding.
Film
fromDefector
2 weeks ago

'The Drama' Has More Going For It Than A Provocative Twist | Defector

Kristoffer Borgli uses dark humor and controversy to engage audiences and promote his films.
#romantic-comedy
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fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

"The Drama" Has No Idea How to Handle Its Controversial Twist

The Drama presents a romantic comedy that takes a dark turn with a shocking revelation about a character's past involvement in a school shooting plot.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
3 weeks ago

"The Drama" Struggles to Justify Its Combustible Premise

Charlie and Emma navigate their relationship's challenges through humor and the concept of starting over.
Humor
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

What parents need to know about 'Project Hail Mary,' 'Ready or Not 2' and more

Project Hail Mary is a sci-fi adventure about Ryland Grace, who must save the world while facing intense danger and loneliness.
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

In Film, Sometimes the Greatest Drama Is Offscreen

"Cinematic Immunity" offers a workers'-eye view of Hollywood on the Hudson, revealing the intricate dynamics of filmmaking in New York City from 1954 to 9/11.
Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

'Ready Or Not 2' Could Be "The Definitive End" For The Franchise

The fun thing that we had sort of forgotten and then recently remembered was the end of the original [ Ready or Not] script. There was a tag that the writers, Guy [Busick] and Ryan [Christopher Murphy], wrote, which was a Le Bail conference that had a bunch of other families. It was percolating for a really long time.
Board games
fromAnOther
2 weeks ago

Night Stage: Anatomy of a Modern Erotic Thriller

The illicit thrill of hidden desires definitely propels Night Stage, a riveting queer noir about an up-and-coming actor Matias and an aspiring politician Rafael who begin hooking up in public spaces.
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#film-vs-literature
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Drama: sex, secrets and that gobsmacking twist discuss with spoilers

The Drama is a dark romantic comedy exploring premarital jitters and psychological unraveling, featuring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson.
Film
fromMetro
3 weeks ago

The Drama criticised for 'sick' plot twist after misleading marketing

The marketing for The Drama misleads audiences about its serious themes, particularly regarding a shocking plot twist involving a school shooting.
Film
fromVulture
3 weeks ago

The Twist in The Drama Is Not the Problem

The film features a controversial plot twist involving a character's past plan for a school shooting, sparking significant online speculation and backlash.
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fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Project Hail Mary is in theaters-but do the linguistics work?

Grace and Rocky's rapid communication in Project Hail Mary raises questions about the complexity of language acquisition between different species.
Television
fromBustle
1 month ago

Kerry Washington's New Thriller May Have A Shocking Twist

Apple TV's Imperfect Women follows three women navigating an affair and murder, exemplifying the 'good for her' genre where morally gray female characters make questionable choices in response to difficult circumstances.
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Why Have Zendaya and Robert Pattinson Been Hiding the Twist of Their New A24 Movie? Because It's a Disaster.

During a private tasting dinner, a game prompts guests to confess their worst actions, revealing hidden insecurities and creating tension between Charlie and Emma.
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fromVulture
3 weeks ago

Should A24 Be Worried About The Drama's Plot-Twist Drama?

The Drama features a controversial plot twist involving a character's admission of a near mass shooting, sparking significant backlash.
Arts
from48 hills
2 months ago

Drama Masks: The audience is listening-but who is 'The Notebook' romancing? - 48 hills

Audience-performer boundaries can collapse into violence when politically charged performance provokes, as in a German production where spectators attacked an actor playing a fascist.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Strip Law Strips Other Law Shows for Parts

Strip Law centers on Lincoln Gumb (Adam Scott), a down-on-his-luck lawyer who was recently fired from his family firm by his dead mother's former law partner, Steve Nichols (Keith David). Gumb's new firm, which is staffed by his wayward teenage niece Irene Gumb (Aimee Garcia) and a disbarred old eccentric named Glem Blorchman (Stephen Root), is on the verge of going out of business because Gumb's unflashy lawyering style can't keep the attention of Vegas's overstimulated judges and juries.
Law
Independent films
fromInverse
1 month ago

'Project Hail Mary' Author Reveals Why That Twist Ending Is So Essential

Project Hail Mary succeeds through its relatable protagonist Ryland Grace, whose character arc includes a late-film revelation that recontextualizes his heroism and ends with him teaching science to young Eridians on an alien planet.
fromMedium
1 month ago

Things that don't matter when you write

To deny one's own experiences is to put a lie into the lips of one's own life. It is no less than a denial of the soul. The concept I stick to - my core principle - is simple: I write in plain English, and only when I actually have something to say.
Writing
fromRaymondcamden
4 weeks ago

Checking if a Movie has a Post or Mid Credit Scene

The app is incredibly simple. I made use of the wonderful SimpleCSS for my design and then made use of the TMDB API. The TMDB APIs are pretty easy to use, but finding out how to get this information did take a bit of digging.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

'Crime 101' is an old-fashioned heist film that pays off

If there's anything I miss in pop culture, it's the presence of ordinary movies. I don't mean blockbusters like Avatar or cultural events like Barbenheimer or Oscar contenders like One Battle After Another. I'm talking about the routine, well-made entertainments that, for nearly a century, used to open in theaters every week. You'd go see them because the story sounded good or you liked the stars or you just wanted to enjoy something as part of an audience.
Arts
#film-adaptation
Independent films
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Why Project Hail Mary's creators were 'scared' about making the sci-fi adaptation

Screenwriter Drew Goddard faced significant challenges adapting Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary into a film due to its ambitious scope, mature themes, and intimate emotional core set against a celestial backdrop.
Independent films
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Why Project Hail Mary's creators were 'scared' about making the sci-fi adaptation

Screenwriter Drew Goddard faced significant challenges adapting Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary into a film due to its ambitious scope, mature themes, and intimate emotional core set against a celestial backdrop.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Backlash rises over twist in Robert Pattinson Zendaya romcom The Drama

Tom Mauser, whose son Daniel was among 13 students killed at the Columbine shooting, feels that leveraging such subject matter for a romantic comedy is awful.
Film
fromBustle
2 months ago

'Finding Her Edge' Viewers Call Out An "Obvious" Mistake

Pair the thrill of an endlessly debatable YA love triangle with the frenzy for ice-rink romances fueled by Heated Rivalry, and you'll understand the buzz surrounding Netflix's Finding Her Edge. The new series, based on the book by Jennifer Iacopelli, follows an Olympics-bound figure skater as she navigates a love triangle between her former flame and current ice-dance partner, whom she's pretending to date for sponsorship opportunities.
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#science-fiction
fromVulture
1 month ago
Film

Project Hail Mary Needs About 39 Percent Fewer Jokes

Project Hail Mary is an entertaining science-fiction adventure that balances humor with an intriguing apocalyptic story about stopping star-eating organisms threatening Earth.
fromThe Independent
1 month ago
Film

Project Hail Mary doesn't suggest great things for the future of cinema - review

Project Hail Mary blends nostalgic 1970s filmmaking aesthetics with modern sci-fi storytelling, following an astronaut and alien collaborating to save their planets through scientific cooperation.
Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

Project Hail Mary Needs About 39 Percent Fewer Jokes

Project Hail Mary is an entertaining science-fiction adventure that balances humor with an intriguing apocalyptic story about stopping star-eating organisms threatening Earth.
Film
fromThe Independent
1 month ago

Project Hail Mary doesn't suggest great things for the future of cinema - review

Project Hail Mary blends nostalgic 1970s filmmaking aesthetics with modern sci-fi storytelling, following an astronaut and alien collaborating to save their planets through scientific cooperation.
fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
1 month ago

Heated Rivalry author makes Shane statement as sequel delayed

I do think that the three books, as a trilogy, it's Shane who has like the hero's arc. I think, even in The Long Game, it's Shane. As much as the book focuses on Ilya, Shane is the one with that arc, and I do think that continues into this one [Unrivaled].
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Vanished review even Kaley Cuoco can't save this desperately daft mystery caper

Kaley Cuoco stars in Vanished as archaeologist Alice, who becomes entangled in mystery and peril while navigating a relationship with Tom in a luxury hotel setting.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Helen of Nowhere by Makenna Goodman review a perfect fairytale for our times

A dislocated professor abandons institutional life and retreats toward neo‑transcendental solitude in nature after losing job, spouse, and social standing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How to Make a Killing review one man on a bloody quest for his inheritance is a remake too far

Remaking Robert Hamer's 1949 British classic Kind Hearts and Coronets—the greatest Ealing Studios comedy and, in my own fevered opinion, the greatest film of all time—needs the chutzpah of Cecilia Gimenez, the amateur Spanish artist who restored a painting of Christ and left him looking like a gibbon.
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Film
fromVulture
1 month ago

The Bride!'s Immense Failures Are Fun, Actually

The Bride! flopped commercially but offers a deliberately chaotic, ambitious tonal experience that warrants theatrical viewing despite critical dismissal.
fromThe Independent
2 months ago

17 great movies ruined by terrible endings

10 Cloverfield Lane Mary Elizabeth Winstead, John Goodman and John Gallagher Jr are locked in an underground bunker for the majority of this left-field sequel to Cloverfield, with thrilling results. In the film's final throes, Winstead's character exits the bunker, and finds that her captor was telling the truth about an alien invasion above - a twist that completely and ruinously dissipates the hard-earned tension that came before.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

People feel like they're in on the joke': the new wave of pseudo-biopics

Filmmakers increasingly create pseudo-biopics that borrow recognizable elements from real people and events while changing names and details to avoid legal liability and maintain creative freedom.
Film
fromInverse
2 months ago

'How To Make A Killing' Is A Screwy Social Satire That Falls Just Short Of The Mark

How to Make a Killing follows Becket Redfellow murdering wealthy relatives in a tonal blend of black comedy and satire, buoyed by Glen Powell's charm.
Film
fromVulture
2 months ago

Send Help's Twist Is Awfully Similar to a Recent Best Picture Nominee

Send Help is a Sam Raimi desert-island horror that evokes '90s nostalgia while echoing themes and a twist similar to Triangle of Sadness.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Stitch Head review animated adaptation of hit Frankenstinian tale hangs loosely together

Stitch Head is a tentative, derivative British children's animated film that shows a director's awkward pivot from gritty live-action to familiar, Pixar-like visual territory.
fromVulture
1 month ago

17 Movies With Exclamation-Point Titles, Ranked!

During a junket interview with OutNow, Gyllenhaal explained that the punctuation mark was included to represent the "whole lot of energy" that comes out when the historically muted Bride of Frankenstein is finally allowed to speak. That's all well and good, but to viewers the titular exclamation point is less of a metaphor and more of a golden arrow saying, "This movie is going to be crazy."
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fromIndieWire
2 months ago

Highlighted by Nicole Holofcener, the Sundance Episodic Series Refuse to Judge How We Live in 2026

Sundance's final Park City edition combined nostalgia with urgent political protest while episodic premieres emphasized present-day human resilience and everyday survival.
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