The Forgotten Western War B-Movie That Launched Harrison Ford’s Career
The Big Picture Harrison Ford's first credited role was in the small Western film A Time for Killing, where he only appeared in a single scene. The film received poor reviews and didn't contribute significantly to the Western genre. Despite…
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Every TV Series Coming to Major Streaming Services in February 2024
TV Series Coming to Netflix Netflix Here's every original television series coming to Netflix in February 2024:Raël: The Last Prophet — February 7One Day — February 8A Killer Paradox — February 9Love is Blind Season 6 — February 14Avatar: The…
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This Silly, Simple Spy Tale Shows Matthew Vaughn Is Out Of Ideas
“BS!” exclaims Bryce Dallas Howard’s spy novelist Elly Conway when she learns the real identity of the titular secret agent in “Argylle.” For once in the film, her character’s savant-like gift for understanding exactly what the audience should feel tracks.…
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Christopher Nolan Has the Weirdest Rules on Set
The Big Picture Christopher Nolan's aversion to modern technology is reflected in his films, which emphasize practical effects over CGI. Nolan's strict on-set rules, such as no cell phones or chairs, create a focused and disciplined atmosphere for his actors.…
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Every Movie Coming to Prime Video in February 2024
As one of the largest streaming services in the world along with Netflix, Prime Video has over 200 million registered subscribers to entertain, and with its high monthly turnover of flicks, it has certainly been achieving that of late. With…
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50 South African Films Ranked
LAST UPDATED: 21 May 2023 South Africa has one of the oldest film industries in the world. Home to a diverse cross-section of people and places, it’s a world of its own and has become a renowned film-making destination. Being…
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The Academy Changed Its Rules After This Actor Won 3 Oscars in 5 Years
The Big Picture Walter Brennan won three Oscars for acting in just five years, a rapid success that raised suspicions of rigging or favoritism. Brennan was a talented character actor known for playing crotchety old men, often providing comic relief…
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Why Fans Wanted Season 3 of The Flight Attendant and Why It Was Canceled
There is no dearth of women-led crime thrillers and police procedurals out there. But the Veronica Mars-shaped hole left in our hearts in the early aughts was never properly filled. Not even a Hulu revival could do the underrated gem…
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Is ‘Sherlock Holmes 3’ Actually Coming Out?
The Big Picture Robert Downey Jr.'s portrayal of Sherlock Holmes revitalized his career and turned him into one of the biggest actors in Hollywood. The chemistry between Downey and co-star Jude Law was a major factor in the success of…
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Why Did Danny’s Wife Leave Blue Bloods?
Summary Linda Reagan's abrupt departure from Blue Bloods was due to Amy Carlson's decision not to renew her contract. Linda Reagan's character was quickly killed off in an off-screen helicopter crash, leaving fans without closure. Amy Carlson expressed regret over…
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‘The Zone of Interest’ – A Haunting Immersion and Inversion
The Zone of Interest is an award-winning historical war drama from acclaimed filmmaker, Jonathan Glazer, which opens in select Nu Metro and Ster-Kinekor cinemas around South Africa on 2 February. Jonathan Glazer is a true visionary, a creative director whose…
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David Benioff and D.B. Weiss’ Scrapped Projects Since ‘Game of Thrones’
The Big Picture Benioff and Weiss faced backlash for their planned HBO slavery drama series Confederate, which was considered problematic and messy to execute due to two white men running a show on slavery. They were also set to oversee…
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