As the iconic shark film Jaws approaches its 50th anniversary this December, fans are being encouraged to dive into another spine-chilling thriller with a similar theme. The 2003 release Open Water is gaining renewed attention. The film follows Susan and Daniel, a couple who find themselves abandoned in shark-infested waters …
Read More »Steven Spielberg says actor told him he’d never work again before Jaws | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV
Steven Spielberg has revealed a brutal confrontation with a Hollywood celebrity prior to the release of Jaws. The acclaimed filmmaker catapulted to stardom with his 1975 blockbuster thriller, which became notorious for its troubled production. Adapted from Peter Benchley’s 1974 novel, the film chronicles a small seaside community terrorised by …
Read More »‘Greatest of all time’ Western film is being removed from Amazon Prime | Films | Entertainment
Though as American as apple pie, the Western is an iconic genre of US cinema that saw a great many Italian directors and productions. The resulting subgenre, the spaghetti Western, has no more famous and revered example than The Good, The Bad and The Ugly. Many consider Sergio Leone’s epic …
Read More »‘Heartbreaking’ love story has fans ‘weeping like babies’ now on BBC | Films | Entertainment
It’s been over 10 years since the release of this 2014 coming-of-age romance film, and yet fans are still holding back the tears with each watch for its “heartwarming” and yet “heartbreaking” message. The Fault in Our Stars was a huge hit with audiences after the success of the novel …
Read More »Aviation war epic based on true events with A-list star | Films | Entertainment
Released in the same year as Top Gun: Maverick, it’s inevitable that director JD Dillard’s aviation war film, Devotion, would be compared to Tom Cruise’s blockbuster sequel. Taking the comparison one step further is the fact that Glen Powell, one of the protagonists of Maverick — who recently recalled the time his …
Read More »Superman star’s ‘flawless’ films prove he’s perfect for the role | Films | Entertainment
David Corenswet is soaring to new heights as he dons the cape of Superman in James Gunn’s eagerly anticipated reboot of the DC Universe. Set to take cinemas by storm this Friday, 11th July, the film showcases the quintessential American hero battling formidable foes while upholding his unwavering commitment to …
Read More »Last chance to stream ‘chilling’ horror that ‘lives up to the hype’ | Films | Entertainment
Horror fans have just days left to stream a highly acclaimed film that won the Best Original Screenplay Oscar in 2018. Originally released in 2017, Get Out is available to stream on Prime Video until Tuesday, July 29. The film marked an outstanding directorial debut for Jordan Peele, who bagged …
Read More »Superman review: A heart-filled reinvention of the Man of Steel withou | Films | Entertainment
Superman will always be criticised in media. In recent years, Henry Cavill’s adaptation was too heavy handed, while Tyler Hoechlin somehow wasn’t strong enough. The star of James Gunn’s Superman revival, David Corenswet doesn’t have an easy job taking on the role of the Man of Steel this year, either. …
Read More »James Bond star looks unrecognisable 19 years after playing iconic villain | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV
A James Bond star looked unrecognisable almost 20 years after he played the main antagonist in Casino Royale. Danish film star Mads Mikkelsen starred as the iconic Le Chiffre in the 2006 spy flick opposite Daniel Craig. His character was known for his slick black hair and distinguishing scarred left …
Read More »Bridgerton star joins cast of sequel that’s been decades in the making | TV & Radio | Showbiz & TV
Bridgerton star Simone Ashley has joined the all-star cast of the long-awaited Devil Wears Prada sequel, Deadline is reporting. The highly anticipated follow-up will reunite core cast members Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci. British acting legend Sir Kenneth Branagh was the first new addition to the …
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