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They say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but for "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan" director Nicholas Meyer, having another movie pay direct homage to his work was more irritating than flattering. In an interview with Midnight's Edge in 2018, Meyer revealed that he had some pretty complicated feelings about the 2013 J.J. Abrams film "Star Trek Into Darkness," which took more than a little inspiration from "The Wrath of Khan." Despite a marketing campaign that tried to hide the fact that Benedict Cumberbatch was playing a version of Khan Noonien Singh, the genetically-enhanced tyrant previously portrayed by Ricardo Montalbán, audiences soon realized that "Into Darkness" is almost an explicit riff on "The Wrath of Khan" right down to its tragic ending, albeit with a bit of a twist.

"Into Darkness" is the second "Star Trek" film set in the Kelvin timeline, which split from the original series...

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In this golden age of television, at any given moment we have thousands and thousands of options of brilliant and entertaining TV shows but there are only a few TV shows that will stay with you long after you have finished watching. You will think about their characters, their stories, and in some cases their endings. So, today we thought of making a list of a few shows that you must watch (because of their brilliance) before you die.

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Fleabag is a British dark comedy-drama series created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge. Based on Waller-Bridge’s one-woman show of the same name, the Prime Video series follows a dry-witted young woman in London as she navigates through the complexities of love and life without any life while dealing with a tragedy. Fleabag stars Phoebe Waller-Bridge,...

Few spy films delve into the murky waters of human psychology and institutional intrigue as masterfully as Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. Tomas Alfredson’s 2011 adaptation of John le Carré’s classic novel remains a towering achievement in the espionage genre, eschewing high-octane action for a meticulous, cerebral dissection of loyalty, betrayal, and the heavy toll of a life lived in shadows. This isn’t just a spy thriller—it’s a character-driven masterpiece that redefined the modern spy film.

The story begins with a chilling premise: there is a mole at the highest levels of British Intelligence, known as “The Circus.” When disgraced operative Ricki Tarr (Tom Hardy) stumbles upon evidence of the betrayal, retired agent George Smiley (Gary Oldman) is drawn out of forced retirement to root out the double agent. Smiley, a man of few words but piercing intellect, embarks on a methodical investigation that peels back layers...

Tom Holland’s iPad break during a Spider-Man 3 set (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Tom Holland’s got a rep for spilling secrets, but in this throwback moment, he managed to take his goof-ups further. While the Spider-Man star usually has his spoilers covered by his co-stars, this time, his slip-up ended with a crack—literally.

Back in 2021, Holland posted an Instagram story straight from the set in Atlanta, showing off his brand-new iPad, which he had just received with the Spider-Man 3 script loaded up. It wasn’t long before we all heard the unmistakable sound of Holland accidentally breaking it, followed by his classic “Oops, I just broke this iPad!”

Fans, of course, went wild. And thanks to fandom’s internet skills, the video quickly resurfaced on Twitter. Holland, clearly unfazed, kept right on grinning. His enthusiasm for the threequel didn’t seem to skip a beat despite the accidental smash of his tablet.

Bafta-nominated actors are five times more likely to have attended a fee-paying (private) school than the UK population as a whole, a report from UK social mobility advocacy group the Sutton Trust has unveiled.

While 35% of the nominated actors and actresses went to a private school, only 7% of the population attend fee-paying schools. Recent Bafta awardees include Eddie Redmayne who attended Eton College, and Benedict Cumberbatch, who was a pupil at Harrow School.

The 35%was based on those born or primarily based in the UK who were nominated for a best actor/actress or supporting actor/actress award at the...

Für seinen nächsten Film „Wife & Dog“, den Black Bear bereits auf dem Marché du Film in Cannes präsentiert hat, hat Guy Ritchie jetzt einen prominenten Cast an Bord geholt.

Guy Ritchie inszeniert „Wife & Dog“ mit prominentem Cast (Credit: Imago / Pa Images)

Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike und Anthony Hopkins sind jetzt für Guy Ritchies neuen Film „Wife & Dog” gecastet worden. Das berichtet das US-Branchenblatt „Variety“.

Inhaltliche Details zu dem Projekt zu dem Ritchie auch das Drehbuch geschrieben hat, sind nicht bekannt.

Dem Vernehmen nach soll „Wife & Dog“ wie zuletzt Ritchies Netflixserie „The Gentleman“ in der bunten, verräterischen Welt der britischen Oberschicht spielen.

Produziert wird „Wife & Dog“, den Black Bear bereits auf dem Marché du Film in Cannes präsentiert hatte, von Ritchie und seinem langjährigen Produktionspartner Ivan Atkinson, mit dem er auch bei „The Gentlemen“ zusammengearbeitet hat, zusammen mit John Friedberg von Black Bear.

Wann „Wife & Dog“ in Dreh gehen soll,...

Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike and Anthony Hopkins have joined the cast of Guy Ritchie’s forthcoming feature ‘Wife & Dog.’

Although plot details are firmly shut away in the top-secret vault, it is said that Ritchie will return to the colourful, backstabbing world of the British upper classes.

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Ritchie wrote the screenplay and produces alongside long-time partner Ivan Atkinsonand Black Bear’s John Friedberg. Executive producers for Black Bear include Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler.

The film marks the company’s third collaboration with Ritchie and Atkinson following “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” and “In the Grey.”

The project will start principal photography in February 2025 in the UK.

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Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike and Sir Anthony Hopkins have been cast in Guy Ritchie's latest film 'Wife and Dog'.The trio have all boarded the latest feature from the 'Snatch' filmmaker which is described as a "return to the colourful, back-stabbing world of the British aristocracy Richie explored in 'The Gentlemen' film and TV series".Ritchie has penned the screenplay and is also producing alongside longtime collaborator Ivan Atkinson and Black Bear's John Friedberg.Filming is due to begin in the UK in February 2025 after sales for the project were launched by Black Bear in Cannes earlier this year.Benedict has previously played the role of Dr. Stephen Strange in a number of superhero movies and explained how he always knew that the 2021 flick 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' was going to be a huge success at the box office.Speaking on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon',...

The stars of Guy Ritchie‘s new movie have been announced!

On Tuesday (November 12), it was revealed that two-time Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins and Oscar nominees Benedict Cumberbatch and Rosamund Pike will be leading the 56-year-old Oscar-nominated filmmaker’s new movie Wife & Dog.

Keep reading to find out more…While plot details are being kept under wraps, Variety reports that the movie will see Guy “return to the colourful, backstabbing world of the British upper classes, doubling down on an subject he recently explored in The Gentleman film and TV series.”

The Wife & Dog screenplay is being written by Guy, who will also produce alongside long-time producing partner Ivan Atkinson and Black Bear’s John Friedberg. Executive producers include Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler for Black Bear.

In an interview from earlier this year, Benedict seemingly teased his return to Marvel!

Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce are the latest awards contenders to receive honors at this year’s Santa Barbara International Film Festival.

On Tuesday, festival organizers revealed “The Brutalist” co-stars will be given the Cinema Vanguard Award at the 40th annual Sbiff next year.

“Both Adrien and Guy have had lengthy, rewarding, and uncompromising careers – and in this year’s ‘The Brutalist’ they each give us their best work to date,” remarked Sbiff’s Executive Director Roger Durling.

Set for release in December, “The Brutalist” is Brady Corbet’s American epic about post-war American life in the 1940s as seen through the eyes of a Hungarian immigrant, played by Brody. Pearce plays a mid-Atlantic titan of industry who hires Brody’s Lazlo Toth, an architect of great renown, to help him with a new project.

Brody is the youngest Best Actor winner ever, having won the award for “The Pianist...

Exclusive: The Santa Barbara Film Festival is lauding The Brutalist stars, Oscar winner Adrien Brody and Guy Pearce, with the Cinema Vanguard Award during the 40th annual event on February 13, 2025.

The Cinema Vanguard Award recognizes actors who have forged their own path, taking artistic risks and making a significant and unique contribution to film. Previous honorees include Paul Giamatti, Colin Farrell & Brendan Gleeson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Carey Mulligan, Laura Dern, Michael B. Jordan, William DaFoe, Casey Affleck, Michelle Williams, Rooney Mara, Eddie Redmayne, Felicity Jones, Martin Scorsese, Leonardo DiCaprio, Amy Adams, Jean Dujardin, Bernice Bejo, Nicole Kidman, Peter Sarsgaard, Christoph Waltz, Vera Farmiga, Kristin Scott Thomas, Stanley Tucci and Ryan Gosling.

Directed by Brady Corbet with a scheduled release from A24 on December 20, The Brutalist follows an immigrant architect (Brody) who makes waves in post-World War II America, working for a fierce industrialist (Pearce). They plan to erect a mesmerizing, and defying,...

Outside of Steven Soderbergh, we’d have to say that Guy Ritchie is one of the most prolific filmmakers of the past decade or so. Over the past couple of years, he’s had three major films released. Sure, not all of them did well at the box office, but the man is fast. Now, he’s already putting together a cast for a new film that will begin production in 2025.

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According to Black Bear, Guy Ritchie has tapped Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike, and Anthony Hopkins to lead his new film, “Wife & Dog.” Written and directed by Ritchie, the film is said to showcase the colorful, back-stabbing world of the British aristocracy.

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Is there a busier director out there than Guy Ritchie? This year saw the release of his epic The League of Ungentlemanly Warfare and his TV adaptation of The Gentlemen. He also already has two movies wrapped for 2025. There’s In The Grey, which teams Jake Gyllenhaal and Henry Cavill, and then there’s Fountain of Youth with Natalie Portman and John Krasinski. Plus, he’s shooting two more series this year – Young Sherlock for Prime Video and the all-star The Associates for Paramount Plus. Now, we can add one more movie to his slate for next year – Wife & Dog, which is set to star Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike and Anthony Hopkins.

According to a release from Black Bear, the company financing the film, Ritchie, who is also writing, will start shooting the film in February. The film is set in the back-stabbing world of the English aristocracy, which...

Guy Richie has assembled an Oscar winner and two Oscar nominees to lead his next film, “Wife & Dog.”

Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike and Anthony Hopkins have been cast in the feature, which was first announced by Variety in May. While the plot is remaining under wraps, “Wife & Dog” will see Ritchie return to the colourful, backstabbing world of the British upper classes, doubling down on an subject he recently explored in “The Gentleman” film and TV series.

The screenplay is written by Ritchie, who also produces alongside long-time producing partner, Ivan Atkinsonand Black Bear’s John Friedberg. Executive producers include Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler for Black Bear.

Black Bear launched sales on “Wife & Dog” in Cannes earlier this year, and the film marks the company’s third collaboration with Ritchie and Atkinson following “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” and “In the Grey.” The picture will...

Guy Ritchie’s next feature, Wife & Dog, is set to star Oscar nominee Benedict Cumberbatch, Oscar nominee Rosamund Pike and two-time Oscar winner Anthony Hopkins.

Plot details are being kept under wraps on the movie, but it’s described as a “return to the colourful, back-stabbing world of the British aristocracy Richie explored in The Gentlemen film and TV series.”

Filming is due to start in February 2025 in the UK.

The screenplay is written by Ritchie, who also produces alongside longtime producing partner Ivan Atkinson and Black Bear’s John Friedberg. Executive producers include Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler for Black Bear.

Black Bear launched sales on the titles in Cannes earlier this year, and the film marks the company’s third collaboration with Ritchie and Atkinson following The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare and In the Grey.

The movie was part of Black Bear’s busy AFM lineup alongside new...

Benedict Cumberbatch, Rosamund Pike, and Anthony Hopkins have joined Guy Ritchie’s Wife & Dog for Black Bear.

Ritchie wrote the screenplay and will once again dive into the world of back-stabbing British aristocracy he explored in The Gentlemen film and TV series. Production is scheduled to begin in the UK in February 2025.

The filmmaker is producing alongside his producing partner Ivan Atkinson and Black Bear’s John Friedberg. Executive producers include Teddy Schwarzman and Michael Heimler for Black Bear, which launched sales on the project in Cannes.Black Bear and Ritchie have collaborated on The Ministry Of Ungentlemanly Warfare and In The Grey.

Yeah… Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness was a weird experience. Not only because of Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda turning full psycho, but also because the film was directed by Sam Raimi (and that too with his horror elements).

A still from Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Credits: Marvel Studios

Although it was a great film, it was also a weird experience for an MCU film to take on some horror elements and then go about its normal way. However, Disney could have saved $350 million if Doctor Strange and Wanda had been just a little smarter.

How To Save $350M While Making a Movie?

The simplest answer to this question is not to make the movie at all. However, if you are making a movie, make sure to block all the plot holes lest someone may fall into them.

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Well,...

Cate Blanchett became a great addition to the MCU despite starring in only one film. Playing Hela, the Goddess of Death, Blanchett became the ultimate threat and gave all the seriousness to the otherwise hilarious Thor: Ragnarok. Taika Waititi’s film was regarded as a fresh addition akin to Guardians of the Galaxy to the franchise at that point.

One of the highlights and traditions of the MCU is their bloopers and gag reels which show the main stars of the films at their goofiest. From funny dances to messing up lines, the bloopers humanize the superheroes to an amazing level. One blooper from Thor: Ragnarok showed Blanchett smacking Chris Hemsworth a bit too hard while filming an action scene.

Cate Blanchett Showed Instant Regret After Slapping Chris Hemsworth On Thor: Ragnarok Cate Blanchett in Thor: Ragnarok | Credits: Marvel Studios

Taika Waititi’s Thor: Ragnarok was filled with hilarious characters,...

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) had many twists and turns in the past couple of years and gave us some of the most jaw-dropping surprises. With the expanding multiverse, many characters met an unpredictable fate, but it also created a possibility for their eventual return.

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One such beloved character, who we all mostly presumed to be dead, might make a comeback, and the news comes straight from Kevin Feige. The revelation’s already got fans in a buzz, so without further ado, here’s what you need to know about this exciting update.

Kevin Feige Teases the Return of the Scarlet Witch Elizabeth Olsen as Scarlet Witch in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness | Marvel Studios

After the events of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness, Wanda Maximoff, aka the Scarlet Witch had seemingly met her end. Her quest to reunite with her lost...

Marvel Studios is well underway in the process of perfecting the Multiverse Saga. It has been doing that ever since the Infinity Saga concluded, which has so far amounted to three years of both film and streaming TV content. There have been highs and lows along the way, but the Marvel Cinematic Universe is back on track to delivering two absolutely groundbreaking Avengers movies that will bring back Robert Downey Jr. in the new role of villain Doctor Doom.

It has long been speculated that the Multiverse Saga would conclude with these two Avengers movies, much like how the Infinity Saga bowed out with the double-header of Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame (albeit with two movies in between). But the recent updates about Avengers: Doomsday and Avengers: Secret Wars have confirmed that this will be the case.

As exciting as that is (as it gives us an idea of...

Want To Know Which Stars Appeared In Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse? ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

If you have seen the 2023 animated superhero film Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse, you already know all the challenges our protagonist Miles Morales faced. The movie is about multiple universes and various superheroes and supervillains. Again, Miles Morales (Shameik Moore) was thrown in an interdimensional loop in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse.

This time, he found himself surrounded by multiple people who were Spider-Man in their own universe. He saw Gwen Stacy (Hailee Steinfeld), Peter B. Parker (Jake Johnson), Spider-Ham (John Mulaney), Spider-Man Noir (Nicolas Cage), and Peni Parker (Kimiko Glenn). However, there are many more jaw-dropping cameos that you might have missed.

Across The Spider-Verse connects old and new movies and shows featuring the superhero and has a lot of trivia and Easter eggs that viewers can miss in the blink of an eye.

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Genius isn’t one-size-fits-all, and this list proves it! From book smarts to street smarts, these brilliant TV characters make being the smartest in the room look effortless (or at least entertaining).

Whether they’re cracking mysteries, outwitting enemies, or inventing a whole new kind of brilliance, each of them shows us that intelligence comes in all flavors.

We’ve got sharp-witted detectives, socially awkward scientists, and even ghosts and fantasy warriors.

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Each character brings a unique perspective to the table, reminding us that genius can be found in the most unexpected places.

So grab your magnifying glass, lab coat, or chessboard, and get ready to meet TV’s most captivating minds!

Morgan Gillory — High Potential (Carlos Lopez-Calleja/Disney)

Morgan Gillory isn’t just a genius; she’s a walking encyclopedia, quick to remind you she’s usually the smartest person in the room.

On High Potential,...

Agatha All Along doesn’t have an end credits scene.

When the two-episode finale aired on Wednesday night (October 30), many fans of the Disney series expectedw a bonus scene or two, as is often tradition for Marvel productions.

According to executive producer Jac Schaeffer, that was not her decision.

Keep reading to find out more…

“That’s a Marvel decision. I know nothing more than that,” the producer told Variety.

She did come up with several ideas for potential post-credits sequences, “because you always do on every Marvel everything,” she explained. However, she “was told that we weren’t going to do a tag on this show. That doesn’t affect my work, or my vision for the show.”

Her previous MCU series, WandaVision, featured a tag in which Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda Maximoff was revealed to be living in a remote cabin somewhere, and her Scarlet Witch alter ego was seen in another room,...

Emma Stone refused to join Spider-Man: No Way Home? (Photo Credit – Amazon Prime Video)

Emma Stone just dropped the bomb: Spider-Man: No Way Home isn’t bringing back Gwen Stacy. Stone’s got the final word for everyone, hoping for a Spider-Gwen surprise. “I don’t know if I’m supposed to say anything, but I’m not [in the movie],” she alluded to MTV News. And with that, another rumor bites the dust.

No Way Home has been a whirlwind of fan theories, with fans expecting every Spidey face possible—Tobey, Andrew, villains, and maybe even Aunt May’s pet dog. Alfred Molina’s Doc Ock from Spider-Man 2? He’s in. But Gwen Stacy? Nope. Stone said her goodbyes to The Amazing Spider-Man franchise, calling it an “exceptional experience” that she’ll always feel “protective” of. And yes, we still think about the rooftop chemistry between her and Andrew Garfield.

Fans...

Did Eva Mendes secretly marry Ryan Gosling? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

So, what’s the real story behind Eva Mendes secretly marrying her “Hollywood heartthrob husband”? After years of whispers, Eva finally spilled tea about life with Ryan Gosling. Yep, the same Ryan Gosling who’s got an Oscar nod, a Barbie mega-hit, and a million fans. But to Eva? He’s just the guy who makes her feel “real sexy.” Her words, not ours.

Eva and Ryan sparked romance on The Place Beyond the Pines, set in 2012, with off-screen chemistry that stuck. They quietly wed in 2016 and, true to their style, raised daughters Esmeralda and Amada out of the limelight.

Eva, 50, shared a rare glimpse into their love. The actress didn’t hold back on how his love makes her feel: “The way my man looks at me is just… at times, I’m like, ‘Oh my God,’” she told The Times.

Did Got cut one of the main characters? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Game of Thrones had plenty of star power and shocking moments, but its final season? It’s still a hot debate. Six episodes, so much to wrap up—and sadly, it didn’t stick the landing. Critical characters like Daenerys, Jon Snow, and Arya ended up with unsatisfying arcs, leaving fans with more questions than answers. But let’s rewind—could the show’s troubles be linked to a character it didn’t even include?

One name missing from GoT was Young Griff, aka Aegon Targaryen. Fans of George R. R. Martin’s books know him well. This blue-haired mystery boy, introduced in A Dance with Dragons, had the backing of Illyrio, Varys, and the infamous Golden Company. Why? He’s supposedly Rhaegar’s firstborn, the “rightful” Targaryen king. But Griff’s absence wasn’t just a detail—it...

Why did a paparazzo sue Miley Cyrus? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Once upon a scroll in 2022, Wrecking Ball singer Miley Cyrus found herself in a tight legal spot—over her Insta post. Pop paparazzo Robert Barbera had a bone to pick with Miley after she shared a candid pic he snapped back in 2020. This wasn’t just any photo; it was a shot of her leaving a building, casually posted to 182 million followers. The issue? Barbera, the man behind the lens, claimed copyright infringement.

Cyrus wasn’t alone in this type of legal run-in. Barbera had already called out big names like Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and Dua Lipa for similar copyright “violations.” His argument was straightforward: Miley’s “impermissible use” of the photo erased any potential market for it. By sharing it with her massive audience, she’d, according to Barbera, killed its value in his portfolio.

The debate exploded...

Meet Darshan Magdum, a fiery singer who is rocking in Hollywood (Photo Credit – Instagram/YouTube)

Cover songs of famously released tracks are a treat to hear each time. These artists covering popular tracks sometimes add their unique spin to it. Take Boyce Avenue, for example. The band makes stunning acoustic covers of several popular tracks and has gained immense stardom. Since there is easy access to social media, everyone has begun to take on the chance to showcase their skills in anticipation of gaining recognition and fame. While doing so, specific individuals have achieved fame after showing an eccentric side to their talents.

Darshan Magdum is a young content creator on Instagram who shot to fame after posting covers of popular songs like “Hymn for the Weekend” and “Blinding Lights,” to name a few. The Usp of this singer is that his renditions resemble a karaoke-like singing session. He sings...

Here’s how Justin Bieber dealt with sexual assault allegations (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Flashback to 2020, and Justin Bieber was facing more than just pressure. He faced legitimate sexual assault allegations from two women on X (incidents occurred in 2014 and 2015). Instead of staying silent, Bieber returned with a $20M defamation lawsuit.

The woman claimed the Yummy hitmaker assaulted her in a hotel. But it turns out he wasn’t even at the hotel that night. His lawyers slapped down evidence that he spent the night elsewhere with then-girlfriend Selena Gomez.

Not one to sit back, Bieber hit Twitter himself to address the chaos: “Rumors are rumors, but sexual abuse is something I don’t take lightly. I wanted to speak out immediately but needed to gather the facts first.” And gather he did. Along with his social media defense, Bieber’s lawyers fired up a defamation suit—demanding $10 million from Danielle and a second accuser,...

Was Charlie Sheen accused of raping a 13-year-old? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Allegations against Charlie Sheen involving Corey Haim have taken his wild but lovable image into dark territory. In the wake of #MeToo, Sheen was accused of sexually abusing 13-year-old Haim on the Lucas set in 1986—a bombshell claim first reported by The National Enquirer via former actor Dominick Brascia, shaking Hollywood.

According to Brascia, Haim confided in him about the disturbing encounter, saying that Sheen initiated the abuse after they smoked pot together. It was an incident that, according to Brascia, left Haim confused and rejected. Other sources later corroborated the claim, stating that Haim believed he was “in love” with his abuser, a typical psychological response from young victims of such trauma.

But Sheen, true to form, didn’t quietly bow out. His legal team swiftly denied the accusations, labeling them as twisted fabrications, while Haim’s mother,...

Did the director of Matrix use 100 cameras for one unique scene? (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Once upon a time, in the spring of 1999, stuff changed. The Matrix happened. Back then, Star Wars and Star Trek. had long governed the sci-fi genre. Be it the redefined cinematic experience or the rich mythos, the Wachowski siblings had our attention to a T.

But The Matrix was different. Set in a dystopian future dominated by an all-powerful artificial intelligence, it took us to a reality where humanity was unknowingly trapped. Most folks, though, were unaware, stuck in a simulated existence, while Morpheus and Trinity led a ragtag group of rebels to awaken the masses.

Then there was Neo, thrust into a prophecy predicting he was “The One.” While Keanu Reeves wasn’t the first choice for the role, his performance became the film’s beating heart.

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Here’s why Oppenheimer is one of the most unique Hollywood movies (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer was as intense as the man behind the bomb. From the get-go, Nolan pulled audiences into the genius and turmoil of J. Robert Oppenheimer, portrayed with haunting luminosity by Cillian Murphy. And true to Nolan’s style, Oppenheimer didn’t just show history—it tangled, teased, and exploded it on screen. This wasn’t just another biopic; it was a staggering plunge into a mind grappling with the ethics of atomic power, with Nolan playing maestro to every jittery, overwhelming moment.

In a way only Nolan can, the film dances the fine line between elegance and grandiosity, blending grandeur with the daunting realities Oppenheimer faced. Sure, some scenes—like the cosmic visuals of whirling stars and molten lava—felt almost too exquisite, yet they conveyed the awe and terror of unlocking the universe’s darkest secrets.

Shakira discussed the rumors about her relationship with Gerard Piqué. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Let’s rewind to summer 2022. The very season when Shakira became a real-life detective, cracking the case of the missing strawberry jam and the heart of soccer star Gerard Piqué. But the real kicker? Neither she, her kids, nor even Piqué liked the stuff!

Rumors had been simmering for a while, but it all exploded when Shakira and Piqué shocked fans with their breakup announcement in June. The juicy gossip? Shakira’s inner Sherlock Holmes kicked into high gear. Upon discovering that rogue jar of jam, she couldn’t help but connect the dots. Someone was slinking around her kitchen, munching on her breakfast spread—not cool.

And so began the public unraveling of Piqué’s affair with Clara Chía Marti. You could practically hear the collective gasps from followers as Shakira’s love life took a nosedive into the tabloids.

Did you know that Benedict Cumberbatch was once abducted? (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Doctor Strange has a backstory that’s a little less “superhero origin” and a lot more “real-life nightmare.” Before his big-screen magic tricks and interdimensional escapes, Benedict Cumberbatch had a terrifying run-in with six armed men. And no, his Cloak of Levitation wasn’t there to save him.

Flashback to 2004, South Africa: Cumberbatch was in the middle of filming To the Ends of the Earth and decided to head out with some co-stars to learn scuba diving. The trip itself? That’s probably great. The way back? Not so much. Their car tire blew out on a remote road. And as they tried fixing it, a group of men emerged, guns in hand. They forced Cumberbatch and his friends back into the car, where the actor faced a real-life horror plot that would leave anyone shaken. “We stopped,...

Few characters have the hype that Elizabeth Olsen’s Wanda Maximoff does in the MCU. From the very first time that she was teased in the franchise, fans have patiently waited for the Scarlet Witch, knowing full well what her entry would mean for every single character. The domino effect that resulted in Olsen’s character turning into who she was meant to be cannot be narrowed down to a few moments.

Elizabeth Olsen as the Scarlet Witch in WandaVision | Credit: Marvel Entertainment

Her power is infinite and although she is allegedly dead in the franchise, very few fans are convinced that she isn’t coming back. With this, one of the biggest debates in the series puts her against another character that has been deemed the strongest.

Although there is no denying that Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange is ridiculously powerful, one deleted scene from WandaVision showcases that his...

In WandaVision's post-credits scene, we found the Scarlet Witch hiding out in a remote cabin where she was studying the Darkhold. Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness controversially revealed it had corrupted the Avenger, with the former Sorcerer Supreme confronting Wanda Maximoff after initially turning to the hero for help.

Talking to Variety, WandaVision and Agatha All Along showrunner Jac Schaeffer finally confirmed there were plans for Benedict Cumberbatch to make an appearance in the 2021 TV show's stinger.

"Initially, Doctor Strange was going to appear in the tag for 'WandaVision.' It’s Wanda sitting on the porch of that cabin, and she’s rocking peacefully. And you know how Strange can do those circles around someone, and make them go somewhere? The circle starts around her, like she’s going to be teleported somewhere, and she stops it, so Strange has to show up in person.

When the credits began to roll on Agatha All Along‘s two-episode finale on Wednesday night, many a Disney viewer likely began to fast-forward through them, anticipating they’d hit a bonus scene or two before the episode truly ended.

But Agatha ultimately strayed from Marvel Studios’ usual pattern, and no such scenes came. According to executive producer Jac Schaeffer, that particular creative choice was out of her hands.

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Leonardo DiCaprio Could Have Been a Superhero—Here’s Why He Turned Down Batman and Spider-Man (Photo Credit – Facebook)

Hollywood’s A-list actor Leonardo DiCaprio has played diversified roles in films ranging from intense dramas like The Revenant and Shutter Islands to his iconic works like Titanic and Inception. Despite his renowned reputation as one of the industry’s most talented actors, DiCaprio never appeared in any DC or Marvel universes, frequently featuring iconic stars like Gal Gadot, Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Benedict Cumberbatch, and Christian Bale. While he may have rejected several roles in his pursuit of delivering exceptional work, he also has turned down some iconic roles, including a superhero role.

At 19, DiCaprio earned his nomination for an Oscar for his performance in What’s Eating Gilbert Grape. After this, he was offered several roles, including Richard Grayson/Robin in 1995 DC and Batman Forever. Unfortunately, the Titanic actor turned down the role.

Kevin Feige divided a huge section of the MCU fandom by casting Tilda Swinton as the Ancient One in 2016’s Doctor Strange. At that time, Feige and director Scott Derickson clarified that it was a decision to subvert stereotypes. However, after the release of 2021’s Shang-Chi, Kevin Feige acknowledged that they went wrong with Ancient One’s casting.

Tilda Swinton in Doctor Strange | Credits: Marvel Studios

Tilda Swinton’s Ancient One, introduced in Benedict Cumberbatch’s Doctor Strange, was a significant addition to the MCU. However, contrary to what we see in films, the Ancient One in Marvel Comics is an Asian Man.

Kevin Feige had to admit his mistake with the Ancient One casting Ancient One in a still from Avengers: Endgame | Credits: Marvel Studios

The Marvel Cinematic Universe has recently made a name for promoting diversity and inclusion. Projects like Black Panther and Shang-Chi have been widely appreciated.

As far as Harry Potter characters are concerned, Lord Voldemort is undoubtedly one of the most important and popular ones in the franchise as a whole. Why? Well, despite the fact that he is the series’ main villain, Voldemort managed to present himself as a major and believable villain, which is what the fans always appreciate.

The actor was portrayed by several actors before it was revealed that the resurrected Voldemort would be portrayed by legendary actor Ralph Fiennes, who did an amazing job in the movies, and it was his interpretation that helped make the character more popular. Despite hating him, everyone wanted to see more of Fiennes’ Voldemort.

The movies are, of course, over, and we know that a television series focused on the books is being worked on, which means that we will soon get new actors and actresses in old roles.

Because of this, the fans are debating the recastings online,...

The Russo Brothers are gearing up for another potential blockbuster project with Millie Bobby Brown and Chris Pratt as leads in The Electric State, a science fiction adventure comedy-drama labeled as the most VFX-heavy movie they have done in their career.

Credits: The Electric State / Netflix

Now, that’s a surprising statement given how they also worked on Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, both films saturated with CGI effects. Moreover, the movie’s budget also competes with the production costs of both blockbuster sagas. This suggests that the directors are confident it will perform well on the small screen.

The Russo Brothers Discuss the Making of The Electric State

Anthony Russo and Joe Russo sat down with Collider to talk about their upcoming collaboration with Netflix. The Electric State is based on the 2018 graphic novel of the same name by Simon Stålenhag. Since there will be many robots in the movie,...

Studiocanal have released a fantastic new 4K restoration of Orca, The Killer Whale, as part of the Cult Classics Collection. Terror is just below the surface in this ferocious action adventure of mythical proportions from legendary producer Dino De Laurentiis, starring screen legends Richard Harris (Oscar-nominated for This Sporting Life) and Charlotte Rampling (Oscar nominated for 45 Years). As well as a collectable 4K Uhd SteelBook, Blu-ray, DVD and Digital.

From Academy Award nominated director Michael Anderson (Around The World In Eighty Days) and screenwriter Luciano Vincenzoni comes a gripping and terrifying tale of man versus beast. Described by Scream Magazine as ‘Jaws with heart’, Orca, The Killer Whale features a marvellous lead performance from Harris as a sea captain targeted by a vengeful killer whale, and also stars Will Sampson, famous for his performance as in Chief Bromden One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Bo Derek (“10”), and Robert Carradine...

If you are a fan of fantasy reality TV shows, it is highly possible that Good Omens might be on your list of favorites. Starring Michael Sheen, David Tennant, and a huge ensemble cast from Jon Hamm to Benedict Cumberbatch, the series has been incredibly well received. From earning praise on its writing to acting, it is an absolutely unmissable one for fans of the genre.

Michael Sheen and David Tennant in Good Omens | Credit: Prime Video

Based on the 1990 novel of the same name by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman, its third and anticipated season is now facing a storm of controversy. At the center is its creator/showrunner, Gaiman, who has been accused of s*xual abuse by several women. Although the author has denied all allegations, maintaining his ‘romances’ were ‘consensual’, these revelations have placed Gaiman under intense scrutiny.

At the same time, these chilling accusations have impacted Good Omens as well,...

Well, well, well, look who's press training finally kicked in. Tom Holland has been going around talking about the next Spider-Man movie like it's not yet a sure thing ("I don’t want to make another movie for the sake of making it"). But it turns out that he was...

Andrew Scott has played two of British Television’s most fascinating characters and has become a pop culture staple. The ‘Hot Priest’ of Fleabag gained notoriety for his role as James Moriarty in BBC’s Sherlock starring Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. Since then, he has appeared in a number of prominent roles.

The Ripley star is extremely private about his personal life, although he has spoken about his childhood and sexuality. The Irish national is openly gay and has been a vocal advocate of Lgbtqia rights. On the occasion of his 48th birthday, here are a few facts about Scott that fans might now know about him.

1. Andrew Scott Began Acting To Get Over A Speech Impediment Andrew Scott performing Hamlet on stage | Credits: YouTube/BBC

Andrew Scott began his career on the stage and went on to appear in independent Irish films. He reportedly began acting as a child,...

When Thanos wreaked havoc on Earth to destroy half of its population after getting his hands on all the six Infinity Stones in Avengers: Infinity War, a lot of superheroes from multiple franchises in the Marvel Cinematic Universe had to join forces to try and save everyone. This had even the friendly neighborhood teenage Spider-Man putting a fight against the Mad Titan.

Avengers: Infinity War. (2018) | Credits: Marvel Studios.

Though the film was as perfect as it was with all its unique elements, it could have been different had some really cool scenes not faced the cutting room floor. Like the one where Gamora’s foster father nearly kills three Guardians of the Galaxy members using one of the Infinity Stones to his advantage before Tom Holland’s Peter Parker swung to the rescue.

Avengers: Infinity War Deleted Scene Had Thanos Nearly Kill the Guardians

Fans know that films from the...

At the recent San Diego Comic-Con, Kevin Feige excited attendees with the announcement that Robert Downey Jr. will be returning to the Marvel universe as Doctor Doom in the upcoming Avengers: Doomsday.

Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and written by Stephen McFeely, the film is scheduled for a global release on May 1, 2026. While the filming start date wasn’t revealed at Comic-Con, Collider has now reported that production is set to begin this spring.

Fans of the Fantastic Four can look forward to their appearance in Avengers: Doomsday. Following their introduction in The Fantastic Four: First Steps, all four members will join the ensemble cast.

Pedro Pascal will portray Mr. Fantastic, with Ebon Moss-Bachrach as The Thing, Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn playing the Storm siblings, and Ralph Ineson set to appear as Galactus, the antagonist in First Steps.

In an interview with Collider’s Steve Weintraub at New York Comic Con,...

At the recent San Diego Comic-Con, Kevin Feige thrilled attendees with the announcement that Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel universe as Doctor Doom in the upcoming ‘Avengers: Doomsday‘.

Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo and scripted by Stephen McFeely, the movie is slated for a global release on May 1, 2026. While the start date for filming wasn’t shared at the Comic-Con, we’ve now learned from Collider that production is set to begin this spring.

Fans of the Fantastic Four can look forward to seeing the team in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’. Following their introduction in ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’, all four members will join the ensemble cast.

Pedro Pascal and Ebon Moss-Bachrach will star as Mr. Fantastic and The Thing, respectively, with Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn as the Storm siblings. Ralph Ineson is also set to appear as Galactus, the antagonist in ‘First Steps’.

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Sam Raimi has given fans many memories to cherish. Be it Spider-Man bidding farewell to Harry Osborn. Or the magical world James Franco’s Oz tumbled into. The director has truly enthralled the audience for generations. But what has made Raimi the icon that he was, is his mastery of the macabre.

Back in the late 20th century, Raimi came out with a plethora of horror movies that cemented his reputation in the industry. The Evil Dead trilogy was one such franchise which cemented his legacy. And after a long hiatus from making horror movies, it looks like he is back with a banger.

Sam Raimi looks all set to take fans back to the good ol’ days Sam Raimi’s latest production is all set to be an intriguing watch || Image by Gage Skidmore, licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

With Doctor Strange in The Multiverse of Madness failing to make its mark,...

Though he lent his voice to the What If…? series, Chadwick Boseman’s final live-action appearance in the MCU was in Avengers: Endgame. Everyone remembers his royal entrance into the Battle with Thanos as he comes through the golden spirals along with other heroes who had been victims of the snap.

While his last moment in the MCU was a brief glimpse at Tony Stark’s funeral, a now-surfaced deleted scene reportedly extends this. Fans seem annoyed that Marvel deleted the scene, which reportedly shows T’Challa and Doctor Strange discussing future threats and how to defend the world.

Fans Are Angry About Chadwick Boseman’s Final MCU Moment Being Cut Short In Avengers: Endgame Chadwick Boseman in Avengers: Endgame | Credits: Marvel Studios

Chadwick Boseman’s death in April 2020 came as a shock to the world. The actor reportedly died of colon cancer, a condition which he had reportedly kept...