Best Actor
Michael Douglas was Fox's third choice for Gordon Gekko, and the studio said he was too young
Douglas's new memoir says Warren Beatty and Richard Gere came first for Wall Street, and Fox thought he was too young. It also confirms Gekko never said "Greed is good" in that form.
October 10, 2026 11:14 am
Martin McDonagh Has Never Won a Golden Lion, and One Live Report Still Says He Just Did
A report published five days ago says Wild Horse Nine won the Golden Lion at Venice. It did not. Martin McDonagh has never won a Golden Lion, and the article is still up with no correction.
September 21, 2026 8:02 am
Venice Gave One Film Two Prizes, and the Rulebook Says It Can
Woman Unknown took the Golden Lion and Best Actress at Venice. The 'first woman to win' line now circulating is wrong by six predecessors, and the double award was not a jury error.
September 15, 2026 1:38 am
A Film About Refusing a Fortune Premieres at TIFF, and Nobody Can Say What the Fortune Was
I Play Rocky premieres at Toronto on 12 September — a film about a broke actor refusing to sell his script at any price. Sylvester Stallone says he had nothing to do with it and was never consulted. Peter Farrelly says he asked permission in person at the Beverly Hills Hotel and got it. And nobody can say what the money was.
September 13, 2026 1:25 am
Venice Picks Its Golden Lion Saturday, and the Frontrunner Story Falls Apart on Inspection
Venice awards the Golden Lion on Saturday. Martin McDonagh's Wild Horse Nine is being written up everywhere as the frontrunner, on the strength of a standing ovation nobody can source and an awards conversation about a different prize entirely — while two films in the same competition are rated higher.
September 12, 2026 1:20 am
Toronto Finally Admits It Is a Market, on Government Money That Runs Out
Toronto has been where films get sold for forty years without ever admitting it. On 10 September it admits it: a formal market opens at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, funded by a one-off C$23 million government cheque, pitched partly on the argument that buyers would rather not fly to the United States.
September 11, 2026 1:15 am
Fueled by $20,000 in cigars, Gary Oldman’s Darkest Hour transformation went beyond prosthetics
Gary Oldman’s Darkest Hour makeover leaned on intricate prosthetics — and something else that didn’t come cheap.
August 9, 2026 2:01 am
Why Philip Seymour Hoffman Was Paul Thomas Anderson’s Favourite Actor
Paul Thomas Anderson once called Philip Seymour Hoffman the best actor he ever worked with. Discover what made Hoffman’s performances so unique and why his legacy still resonates.
January 25, 2026 8:11 am
Top 10 Epic Films of the 2000s That Changed Cinema
Dive into the most ambitious and unforgettable epics of the 2000s, where directors pushed boundaries with sprawling battles, rich worlds, and gripping character journeys. Which classic still sticks with you?
January 25, 2026 7:03 am
Oscars 2026: Park Chan-wook’s Snub Sparks Outrage
Park Chan-wook’s acclaimed thriller No Other Choice was left out of the Oscars, despite critical praise. What’s behind the Academy’s decision, and does it reveal a deeper issue with how awards are handed out?
January 24, 2026 4:00 am
Oscar 2026 Shockers: The Most Surprising Snubs Ranked
The 2026 Oscar nominations have left fans stunned as several acclaimed films and performances were left out of major categories. From overlooked blockbusters to missing star turns, here’s what didn’t make the cut.
January 24, 2026 3:40 am
Oscars 2026: Sinners Breaks Records with Unprecedented Nominations
The 98th Academy Awards have upended expectations, with Sinners leading a diverse field and making history. See which films and stars are in the running for cinema’s top honours this year.
January 24, 2026 3:23 am
Wicked: For Good Misses Out on All 2026 Oscar Nods
After a strong showing last year, the Wicked sequel was completely overlooked at the 2026 Oscars—even in categories where it was tipped to shine. Find out which films and stars made the cut instead.
January 24, 2026 3:10 am
Oscars 2026: Sinners Smashes Nomination Record in Wild Year
The 98th Academy Awards nominations have landed, and the field is full of surprises. Sinners leads with a record haul, but the competition is fierce. See which films and stars are in the running.
January 24, 2026 2:18 am
Oscars 2026: Sinners Smashes Records with 16 Nods
The 2026 Oscars nominations are in, with Sinners making history and a brand new category shaking things up. See which films and stars are in the running for the big night.
January 24, 2026 1:29 am
Oscars 2026: Full List of Nominees Revealed
The 2026 Oscars shortlist is out, spotlighting standout films, actors, directors and more. See which names made the cut and who’s set for a big night at the awards.
January 24, 2026 12:48 am
10 Golden Globe Wins That Oscars Unfairly Ignored
Some of the most memorable Golden Globe-winning performances never made it to the Oscars stage. Discover which acclaimed actors were celebrated at the Globes but overlooked by the Academy.
January 23, 2026 7:39 am
Jon Hamm’s Bold Call: Why He Passed on Green Lantern
Jon Hamm famously turned down a role in the 2011 superhero film 'The Green Lantern,' steering his career towards more ambitious projects and leaving the comic book flop behind.
January 23, 2026 4:24 am
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