Forget ‘The Act,’ This HBO Documentary Gets Gypsy Rose Blanchard Right
The Big Picture HBO's Mommy Dead and Dearest provides a more accurate and comprehensive portrayal of Clauddine Blanchard, shedding light on her fraudulent behavior and decades-long control over Gypsy Rose. The documentary delves into the extent of Gypsy Rose's abuse…
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Salaar Perfects the Pan-Indian Blockbuster Formula
Summary Salaar: Part 1 – Ceasefire is a Telugu blockbuster that captivates the audience with its immense visual splendor and adrenaline-fueled action. Director Prashanth Neel's artistic sensibilities and understanding of Pan-Indian cinema elevate the film to near-mythical proportions. The complex…
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Luca Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Digital Date June 18, 2021 (Disney+) MPAA Rating Rated PG for rude humor, language, some thematic elements and brief violence Set in a beautiful seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s original feature film “Luca” is a coming-of-age…
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The American Society of Magical Negroes Movie Details, Film Cast, Genre & Rating
Release Date March 22, 2024 A young man, Aren, is recruited into a secret society of magical Black people who dedicate their lives to a cause of utmost importance: making white people’s lives easier. If The Birth of a Nation by D.W.…
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The Alfred Hitchcock Thriller That Created a Revolutionary Camera Shot
The Big Picture Hitchcock's film Vertigo is considered one of his best and is hailed as one of the greatest films of all time. The famous "Vertigo Shot" in the film created the feeling of paranoia and fear by distorting…
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Why There Are High Expectations for the Fury Road Prequel
George Miller may be one of the most unconventional master filmmakers of our time. The rural Australian-born director's talent has sharpened and aged like a fine wine, especially with a combination of live-action genre films and big studio animation projects…
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‘Anatomy of a Fall’ Ending Explained
Editor's Note: The following contains spoilers for Anatomy of a Fall The Big Picture Anatomy of a Fall is a gripping courtroom thriller that explores the troubled marriage of writers Sandra and Samuel, and Samuel's mysterious death. Sandra, the protagonist,…
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The Book Behind Martin Scorsese’s Next Film, Explained
Summary Martin Scorsese plans to make a film about the life of Jesus Christ, focusing on his teachings and presenting him as a compassionate figure. The script for the film, co-written by Scorsese and Kent Jones, is based on the…
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Why Disney Bailed on Turning Terry Pratchett’s Discworld Into an Animated Film
The Big Picture Walt Disney Animation Studios loves adapting pre-existing narratives, but the planned adaptation of Terry Pratchett's Mort fell through due to rights issues. Pratchett was skeptical of the studios adapting his Discworld novels after being told to remove…
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Development History & Why It’s Taken So Long
Summary Star Trek's successful reboot in 2009 brought in new fans and paid respect to the original series, but subsequent films struggled at the box office despite positive reviews. Paramount Pictures pursued Quentin Tarantino to develop a new Star Trek…
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In ‘Star Wars,’ Rey Was Originally Related to This Iconic Jedi
The Big Picture Rey's original connection was meant to be with Obi-Wan Kenobi, which would have added depth and continuity to the Star Wars saga. Rian Johnson's decision to make Rey's parents nobodies was controversial among fans, as they felt…
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Harry Potter’s Family Tree, Explained
Summary The Potter family had a rich history before Harry, but they only gained fame through him. The Potters were originally a pureblood family until Harry's birth, but not part of the Sacred Twenty-Eight. Harry found family outside of blood…
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