Author: Chris Edwards

Director Martin Scorsese has shared his apprehensions regarding immersive and 3D screenings, as he fears that the utilization of such elements may distract from a movie’s quality. Speaking to BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, the Oscar-winning director asked if films that use immersive formats like 4DX could still hold up without those specific elements. Scorsese… Continue reading Martin Scorsese says immersive screenings can distract from a film’s quality

Donald Gloves has revealed how Brad Pitt dodged the chance to give tips on his new series, a reboot of the actor’s 2005 film Mr. & Mrs. Smith. Glover stars in and co-created the TV show which offers a twist on the original, by making the lead characters aware of each other’s careers as spies.… Continue reading Donald Glover says Brad Pitt “charmed his way” out of sharing advice for ‘Mr. & Mrs. Smith’ reboot

John Cleese, co-writer and star of Fawlty Towers, has announced that a stage adaptation of the popular sitcom is headed for London’s West End. The two-hour play is based on three episodes from the TV series: ‘The Hotel Inspector’, ‘The Germans’, and ‘Communication Problems’. The production is set to debut on May 15 at the… Continue reading ‘Fawlty Towers’ stage adaptation in the works with John Cleese

Danny Masterson, known for his role in “That ’70s Show,” has transferred to California’s Corcoran State Prison, where infamous inmates such as Charles Manson were previously held. The transfer comes after Masterson was sentenced to 30 years to life for the rape of two women. He was found guilty on two counts of rape in… Continue reading Danny Masterson moved to maximum-security prison that once housed Charles Mason

The upcoming release of Christopher Nolan’s film Oppenheimer in Japan, which tells the story of the American physicist Robert J. Oppenheimer and his role in developing the atomic bomb used during World War II, has stirred controversy due to the sensitive nature of the subject matter. Despite this, the film is set to be released… Continue reading ‘Oppenheimer’ is finally coming to Japan despite backlash

HBO’s decision to cast Serbian actor Miloš Biković, who supports Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, in the new season of The White Lotus has drawn criticism from Ukraine’s foreign ministry. Biković, who was awarded Russian citizenship in 2021 and is a regular advocate of Russian culture, was previously banned from entering Ukraine for national security reasons.… Continue reading Ukraine criticises ‘The White Lotus’ for casting pro-Russia actor in new season

The Emmy Awards 2024 production team has expressed the reason behind cancelling a proposed tribute to the late actor Matthew Perry. The show had already honoured Perry during its “In Memoriam” section by using the theme tune of “Friends,” the sitcom where Perry was famous for playing Chanandler Bong. Initially, there were plans to go… Continue reading Here’s why the planned Emmys tribute to Matthew Perry was cancelled

The nominees for the upcoming 77th BAFTAs, also known as the British Academy Film Awards, have just been announced. This year’s ceremony will take place on February 18 at the Royal Festival Hall in the Southbank Centre, and will be hosted by David Tennant for the first time. The most nominated film for this year’s… Continue reading BAFTAs 2024 nominations: see the full list

An exciting announcement about The West Wing is expected to be made next week. Mary McCormack, who played Deputy National Security Adviser Kate Harper on the hit political drama show, revealed on her Instagram account that “something very special in the works” will be revealed on 24 January. McCormack also tagged several of her fellow… Continue reading There’s a “very special” ‘The West Wing’ announcement coming next week