Interview
James McAvoy pitched a young Picard series after playing young Patrick Stewart in four X-Men films
His Star Trek idea, Mutiny on the Stargazer, covered Picard's first command. Six novels and a newer USS Stargazer got there first.
October 19, 2026 11:46 am
Rafe Spall's amnesiac Sherlock Holmes fills a three-year gap that took Conan Doyle ten years to close
The new Sky series is set between Reichenbach and The Empty House. Conan Doyle's readers waited almost a decade for that return.
October 18, 2026 12:27 pm
San Sebastian gave its Golden Shell to the one competition film three festivals had already shown
San Sebastian gave its Golden Shell to the one film in competition that everybody had already seen. Mike Leigh's Tender Loving Care premiered at Telluride on 4 September, played Toronto and New York, and then took three prizes in Spain on Saturday night.
September 28, 2026 3:27 pm
San Sebastian says all 17 Golden Shell films are world premieres and Mike Leigh has played three festivals already
San Sebastian closes on Saturday with seventeen films competing for the Golden Shell, and the preview copy says every one of them is a world premiere. Mike Leigh's entry has already played Telluride, Toronto and New York.
September 25, 2026 5:33 pm
San Sebastian’s Director Said Three Donostia Awards Were Ideal. He Is Leaving With Two
San Sebastian's outgoing director said in July that three honorary awards were the ideal. His farewell festival closes on Saturday having given two, and nobody has explained why.
September 23, 2026 5:52 pm
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
Two Star Wars Films Just Reappeared on Paper. Neither Has a Date.
A trade listing dated 3 September put both Star Wars: New Jedi Order and Dave Filoni's long-dormant crossover film back on paper — the first sign of life from either in about a year. It is not a greenlight, and Lucasfilm has said nothing. But these are the two films Kathleen Kennedy pointedly did not discuss on her way out the door.
September 8, 2026 1:10 am
Tarantino Called Black Hawk Down the Best Film of the Century. Ridley Scott Says No.
Quentin Tarantino called Black Hawk Down the best film of the 21st century. Nine months later, Ridley Scott was asked whether he agreed and said: "No." Then: "I wonder what he was on, because whatever it is, I want some."
September 6, 2026 1:10 am
John Cena says hair transplants changed his life: ‘I thought I was alone’
John Cena has detailed his hair transplant journey in a candid new interview, even addressing the reason behind that shaved head.
July 29, 2026 11:13 pm
Tommy Lee Jones Reveals the Only Actor He Rates Flawless
Tommy Lee Jones opens up about his deep respect for John Wayne, sharing why he rates the Western legend’s work so highly—even as Wayne’s off-screen views remain divisive.
January 26, 2026 7:31 am
Mel Gibson Blames Wild Side on ‘Bjorn the Viking’ Alter Ego
Mel Gibson opens up about his so-called inner demon, Bjorn the Viking, claiming this ‘bestial’ alter ego is behind some of his most infamous moments. What’s really going on inside Gibson’s head?
January 26, 2026 7:09 am
Jennifer Lawrence Plots Her Dream Reality TV Show
Jennifer Lawrence opens up about her reality TV obsession and teases her secretive concept for Breakup Island, hinting at ambitions to launch her own television network.
January 26, 2026 3:45 am
Matt Damon Casts Doubt on 'Ocean's 14' Return
Matt Damon has shared a less-than-encouraging update on his possible role in 'Ocean's 14', admitting he hasn't seen a script and nothing is set in stone. George Clooney remains upbeat, but Damon's comments suggest uncertainty.
January 26, 2026 12:29 am
Dolly Parton’s Unfinished Dream: The Elusive 9 to 5 Sequel
Dolly Parton has spent years hoping to revisit her classic film '9 to 5', but despite several close calls, a sequel has never come together. With a new remake on the horizon, is there still hope?
January 25, 2026 8:34 am
Val Kilmer Names His Top Two Comedy Films Ever
Val Kilmer opens up about the two comedies he always turns to for a laugh, sharing how these films have left a lasting impression on him. Discover which classics made his list and why.
January 25, 2026 7:58 am
Kristen Wiig Reveals Her Comedy Idol and Dream Collaboration
Kristen Wiig opens up about the British sitcom that shaped her comedic style, her admiration for Ricky Gervais, and why she’s still keen to work with him again.
January 25, 2026 4:56 am
Harris Dickinson on the Awkward Side of Acting Fame
Harris Dickinson opens up about the uncomfortable realities of acting, his approach to directing, and why creating a safe space on set matters more than ever. Discover what drives his passion for complex roles.
January 24, 2026 8:27 am
Why Pirates of the Caribbean’s VFX Still Outshine Modern Films
Pirates of the Caribbean set a new standard for VFX, but director Gore Verbinski isn’t impressed with today’s digital effects. Discover what’s changed in Hollywood’s approach and why it matters.
January 23, 2026 7:52 am
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