The Future of Movie Theaters Will Be More Expensive
Summary Movie theaters are struggling to survive due to declining profits, leading to a shift towards more expensive luxury experiences. Christopher Nolan's influence has transformed the movie industry towards premium screens and immersive experiences predicated on turning movies into elaborate…
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‘Wicked Little Letters’ Film Review: A Wicked Little British Tale
Cinematographer Ben Davis captures the (somewhat) quiet small town Sussex life without drawing attention to the town itself. The rows of houses and shops are blended into the frame, as if they were another character; the drab interiors speaking to…
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‘Rocky’s Original Ending Failed To Pack a Punch
The Big Picture Sylvester Stallone reshooting Rocky's ending was crucial for its triumphant and memorable conclusion. Rocky's character development and the emotional depth of the film make it more than just a sports movie. Sylvester Stallone's dedication to planning every…
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Why You Still Can’t Stream Godzilla Minus One
Summary Despite Godzilla Minus One winning an Oscar and achieving massive success at the box office, the film still isn't available to stream or rent. Toho and Legendary Pictures' complicated rights deal may be the reason behind the delay in…
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‘Monster’ Film Review: A Profound Work From a Modern Master
Society has long had a complicated relationship with the truth. In these times of undisguised deception, the world (especially America) now lives in a time where what actually happens means less than how it is presented. The way we think,…
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The Moment Hayden Christensen Actually Turned Into Darth Vader on Set
The Big Picture Hayden Christensen marks Anakin's turn to darkness in the Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith scene when he prevents Mace Windu from killing Palpatine, showing his inner conflict. Anakin's emotional instability, such as his…
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Dune’s Atreides Family Tree and Character Ages, Explained
Warning: Spoilers for Dune 2.Based on the classic 1965 novel by Frank Herbert, the universe of Dune has an expansive and rich history as well as a slew of thoughtfully developed characters. Within its realm, the cosmos is controlled by…
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‘Born to Fly’ Film Review: Thrilling Fun Above the China Skies
While there are similarities, comparing director Xiaoshi Liu’s Born to Fly (Chang Kong zhi wang) to Tony Scott’s 1986 box office hit Top Gun is unfair. Scott’s film featured cartoonishly phony characters tripping over insipid dialogue while the filmmaker tried…
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Ranking 2024’s Best Picture Nominees
With the all-but-prophesied Best Picture victory of Oppenheimer at this year’s Academy Awards behind us, now may be as good a time as any to reflect on the extraordinary lineup that made up the top category (one of the rare…
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Hitchcock’s Favorite Film of His Isn’t ‘Psycho’ or ‘Vertigo,’ This Movie Is
The Big Picture Hitchcock's favorite film is Shadow of a Doubt for its true, character-driven portrayal of a family in Northern California. The movie's brilliance lies in the twisted character arcs of Uncle Charlie and young Charlie, with a morally…
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Ricky Stanicky Cast & Character Guide
New to Prime Video on March 7, 2024, Ricky Stanicky is a throwback R-rated buddy comedy by director Peter Farrelly. The story involves a trio of friends who pull a childhood prank that backfires, prompting them to blame an imaginary…
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Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, In Memoriam
Oscars producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan did their best to make this the “Barbie” Oscars. And, in some ways, the participation of Ryan Gosling, Billie Eilish, and America Ferrera assisted in that effort. But considering the blockbuster won only…
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