Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret Director Told Actors to Throw Script Away
The Big Picture The 2023 film adaptation of Judy Blume's novel Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret. is receiving critical acclaim, especially for Rachel McAdams' performance. Writer-director Kelly Fremon Craig creates a safe and experimental environment on set, allowing…
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Disney’s The Naughty Nine Director and Star Get Into the Christmas Spirit
For just about any kid who hopes for a visit from Santa Claus, being put on the "naughty list" is the ultimate fear. But for these nine children, that only inspires them to pull off the greatest heist in North…
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Jesse Eisenberg Compares Grim Cult Film ‘Manodrome’ and ‘Now You See Me 3’
The Big Picture Jesse Eisenberg takes acting seriously, especially in films that make you uncomfortable, like "Manodrome." Eisenberg's directorial debut changed his perspective on acting and increased his understanding of the value of actors on set. Eisenberg feels more comfortable…
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How to Make Nickelodeon Slime Look Like Oil: Special Effects Coordinator Brandon K. McLaughlin on Killers of the Flower Moon
Killers of the Flower Moon Brandon K. McLaughlin remembers the exact moment he knew he wanted to work in the movie business. It was Halloween night and McLaughlin was eight years old. His uncle—a special effects technician—had invited him to…
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Jesse Eisenberg on His Wide-Ranging Performance in New Film Manodrome
From Mark Zuckerberg to Lex Luthor, Academy Award-nominated actor Jesse Eisenberg has played a wide variety of roles over the years (including director, with his excellent film When You Finish Saving the World). His most recent role is in the…
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‘Priscilla’ – Jacob Elordi Reveals the Scene that “Took a Toll” on Him
The Big Picture Sofia Coppola's film "Priscilla" explores the tumultuous relationship between Priscilla Presley and Elvis, highlighting the toxicity and abuse that marred their glamorous public image. Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi discuss their excitement and nerves when Sofia Coppola…
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Decoding The Color Purple: Marcus Gardley’s Artistic Touch
I had the distinct pleasure of listening to the creative voice behind the movie The Color Purple Marcus Gardley. The evening crowd was very receptive as I sat among a bevy of journalists and film fans. The evening was filled…
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“Where Exactly Does Consent Live?” Rea Tajiri on Wisdom Gone Wild
Wisdom Gone Wild Rea Tajiri’s Wisdom Gone Wild takes a hard look at a difficult subject. Tajiri’s 93-year-old mom Rose is a witness to the US’s dark concentration camp history, having been incarcerated along with the rest of her Nikkei…
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Heather Graham and Brandy Norwood Talk Christmas and Their New Netflix Holiday Movie
'Tis the season to indulge in as many Christmas comedies and rom-coms as you can muster. It's the time to sit by the fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa and take in numerous substantial but festive love stories. It…
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Hunter Schafer and Josh Andrés Rivera on The Hunger Games Prequel
Expect social media to explode this weekend with the release of The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Die-hard fans have been eagerly awaiting The Hunger Games prequel film, wondering what stars Tom Blyth and Rachel Zegler will…
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Here’s Why ‘Rustin’ Isn’t a Typical Biopic, According to the Director
The Big Picture George C. Wolfe's film Rustin tells the important but largely unknown story of Bayard Rustin, a gay Black man and activist who played a crucial role in the civil rights movement, particularly the March on Washington. Rustin's…
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Lil Rel Howery and Ludacris Make Santa Hilarious in Dashing Through the Snow
Santa season is in full swing. But with Dashing Through the Snow, audiences may relish the creative twists offered by stars Chris “Ludacris” Bridges (Fast X) and Lil Rel Howery (The Mill, Get Out). The performers elevate this seasonal comedy…
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