Heath Ledger: 3 Iconic Performances That Made Him a Legend
Heath Ledger is to movies what Kurt Cobain is to music. Gone too soon, both of these creative forces have left their mark on their respective industries with a legacy of inspired work in their wake. Flying too close to…
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This Actor Annoyed Peter Jackson During His ‘Lord of the Rings’ Audition
The Big Picture Peter Jackson was selective in choosing the actor to play Frodo in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, and Jake Gyllenhaal's audition was infamous for its poor performance. Gyllenhaal missed the mark by not understanding the significance…
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Impossible and Top Gun’s Success Prove We’ve Forgiven Tom Cruise
Summary Tom Cruise's personal life and controversial beliefs have not affected his box office success, as his films continue to be highly popular and successful. Despite the criticism and controversies surrounding him, audiences are still drawn to Tom Cruise's on-screen…
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Francis Ford Coppola’s Favorite Film That He Directed Isn’t What You Think
The Big Picture Francis Ford Coppola's favorite film of his own is his 1983 adaptation of S.E. Hinton's Rumble Fish, which also happens to be his daughter Sofia Coppola's favorite. Rumble Fish features career-best performances from Matt Dillon and Mickey…
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How Matthew McConaughey Can Reinvent the Modern Western
With his ability to give his characters subtlety and complexity, the multi-talented Texan actor Matthew McConaughey has won over admirers of all types of audiences. Popular in Hollywood, McConaughey has acted in a variety of films, including romantic comedies, thrillers,…
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Trolls Band Together Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Release Date November 17, 2023 Cast Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake, Camila Cabello, Eric André, Amy Schumer, Andrew Rannells, Troye Sivan, Daveed Diggs, Kid Cudi, Zosia Mamet, Zooey Deschanel, Christopher Mintz-Plasse, RuPaul Charles, Aino Jawo, Caroline Hjelt, Kenan Thompson, Anderson .Paak,…
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Next Goal Wins Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Release Date November 17, 2023 MPAA Rating Rated PG-13 for strong language and some crude material Directed by Academy Award Winner Taika Waititi (Jojo Rabbit, Thor: Ragnarok), NEXT GOAL WINS follows the American Samoa soccer team, infamous for their brutal…
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Samuel L. Jackson’s Death Scene Is a Perfect Jump Scare
The Big Picture Deep Blue Sea, a 1999 killer shark movie, has one of the most surprising and effective jump scares of all time, catching audiences off guard. Director Renny Harlin combines practical and CG effects, as well as a…
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Breaking Down What’s Real, Including that Taylor Swift Cameo
There have been a lot of rumors surrounding Deadpool 3 lately. And so there should be. Everyone is excited for the next entry in the popular franchise starring the Merc with the Mouth. But some tall tales have been told,…
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This Cillian Murphy Film Has Been on the Shelf for Over a Decade
The Big Picture The film Hippie Hippie Shake, based on the controversial Oz magazine editor, Richard Neville, has faced numerous delays and setbacks since its inception in the late 1990s. The production was marked by behind-the-scenes chaos and conflict, including…
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Why Oliver Stone Needs a Comeback
Summary Older filmmakers like Oliver Stone deserve the opportunity to make passion projects, as seen with other legacy directors receiving funding for their projects. Stone's track record speaks for itself, with films like Platoon and Born on the Fourth of…
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‘The Notebook’ Nearly Starred George Clooney, Britney Spears, & Paul Newman
The Big Picture George Clooney and Paul Newman almost starred together in The Notebook, with Clooney playing the young Noah. However, Clooney got cold feet and realized he didn't resemble Newman enough to pull off the role. Britney Spears auditioned…
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