‘Fingernails’ Director Reveals the Body Part He Almost Used for His Love Test
The Big Picture Apples director Christos Nikou brought his second feature film, Fingernails, to the 2023 Toronto International Film Festival. The movie focuses on a love test. Sacrifice a fingernail to the device and it will tell you if you…
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Finn Wolfhard Talks ‘Hell of a Summer’s Gore & His Directorial Debut at TIFF
The Big Picture "Hell of a Summer" is a genre mash-up that pays homage to '80s sleepaway camp horror films, featuring all the nostalgic trappings of the era. The directors, Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk, focused on finding the right…
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Still Up’s Creative Team Unpack the Hilarious New Insomniac Comedy
Can’t sleep? You’ll love Apple TV+’s hilarious new comedy, Still Up, a tale of two friends bonded by insomnia. Regardless of your sleep habits, Still Up is something to marvel — a rare kind of comedy that speaks to that…
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‘Yellowjackets’ Standout Sophie Nélisse’s New Film Confirms She’s a Movie Star
The Big Picture Yellowjackets standout Sophie Nélisse shines in her new film, Irena's Vow. The movie is based on the true story of Irene Gut, a Polish woman who risked her life to save Jewish refugees during the Holocaust. While…
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No One Will Save You Director Brian Duffield Takes a Big Leap with His New Alien Thriller
It's not an accident that Brian Duffield has become one of the most sought-after writer/producer/directors today. The man is known for mashing up genres and pushing the limits, especially when it comes to intense thrillers and even campy outings such…
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Alexander Payne on ‘The Holdovers’ and Pinot Noir Residuals
The Big Picture Filmmaker Alexander Payne discusses the making of his latest film, The Holdovers, and his goal of creating an authentic '70s feel. The film stars Paul Giamatti as a professor tasked with watching the holdover students during Christmas…
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The Lost Tapes of Ed Gein Director on His Horrifying Docuseries
What does an infamous Wisconsin grave robber from the 1950s have to do with the classic horror film Psycho? Quite a bit. The gripping new docuseries Psycho: The Lost Tapes of Ed Gein, which premieres on MGM+/Roar on September 17,…
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Elevator Game Star and Producer on Their New Urban Legend Horror Feature
Getting stuck in an elevator is one thing; getting haunted by one is a whole different beast. Fans of urban legends may be tickled by a new Shudder offering called Elevator Game, based on the infamous online challenge that requires…
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‘A Haunting in Venice’s Composer on Growing Up on Agatha Christie Books
The Big Picture Director Kenneth Branagh brings a supernatural twist to the Agatha Christie adaptation A Haunting in Venice, enlisting the help of composer Hildur Guđnadóttir to create a dark and atonal score. Guđnadóttir discusses her music writing process and…
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‘The Little Mermaid’ Costume Designer Was Inspired by the Seven Seas
The Big Picture The Little Mermaid costume designer Colleen Atwood and filmmaker Rob Marshall have a successful collaborative relationship spanning over 20 years. Atwood faced numerous challenges while working on The Little Mermaid, including creating costumes that could stand up…
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A Haunting in Venice John Paul Kelly Discusses His Stunning Production Design
A Haunting in Venice marks a dramatic tonal shift from the previous films. Kenneth Branagh's third turn as Hercule Poirot is a terrifying murder mystery with sinister horror elements. A dark premise has the Belgian sleuth trying to discredit a…
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‘The Zone of Interest’s Christian Friedel on Working With Jonathan Glazer
The Big Picture "The Zone of Interest," adapted from Martin Amis' novel, is a haunting portrayal of Nazi commandant Rudolf Höss and his wife during the Holocaust. Shooting the film using hidden cameras created a unique and uninterrupted experience for…
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