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Clint Eastwood’s always been known for his unapologetic attitude, both on and off the screen. And when it comes to his Dirty Harry movies, he’s not about to change that. Critics may have taken issue with the ethical implications of the films, but Eastwood seems to have shrugged it all off with his signature coolness. Instead of getting bogged down in debates about morality, Eastwood focuses on what he does best: delivering gritty, pulse-pounding entertainment.
Clint Eastwood’s Harry throws away his police badge | Credits: Warner Bros.
So, while some may question the ethics behind Dirty Harry, Eastwood’s response is pretty clear—he’s here to make movies, not moral lessons. In the end, it’s this unflinching approach that keeps audiences coming back for more, decade after decade.
Clint Eastwood’s Rebel Spirit: How Dirty Harry and Escape from Alcatraz Defied Critics and Defined His Legacy...
Clint Eastwood’s Harry throws away his police badge | Credits: Warner Bros.
So, while some may question the ethics behind Dirty Harry, Eastwood’s response is pretty clear—he’s here to make movies, not moral lessons. In the end, it’s this unflinching approach that keeps audiences coming back for more, decade after decade.
Clint Eastwood’s Rebel Spirit: How Dirty Harry and Escape from Alcatraz Defied Critics and Defined His Legacy...
- 9/5/2024
- by Heena Singh
- FandomWire
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Clint Eastwood’s rise to global stardom wasn’t exactly smooth sailing. Before becoming the icon he is renowned as today, the actor’s initial days in showbiz saw him working as a contract actor for Universal, which didn’t last long, as he was eventually fired for his Adam’s apple, which Universal claimed stuck out too far.
Clint Eastwood in a still from A Fistful of Dollars | Credit: United Artists
But the setback didn’t hold his career back for too long as he’d soon land his breakout role and later headlined the iconic Dollars trilogy. However, his success outside Hollywood did little to garner him roles when he returned.
Clint Eastwood’s Success Overseas Didn’t Get the Ball Rolling in Hollywood
After rising to prominence following his stint in the CBS hour-long western series Rawhide, which he wasn’t particularly fond of, the actor then...
Clint Eastwood in a still from A Fistful of Dollars | Credit: United Artists
But the setback didn’t hold his career back for too long as he’d soon land his breakout role and later headlined the iconic Dollars trilogy. However, his success outside Hollywood did little to garner him roles when he returned.
Clint Eastwood’s Success Overseas Didn’t Get the Ball Rolling in Hollywood
After rising to prominence following his stint in the CBS hour-long western series Rawhide, which he wasn’t particularly fond of, the actor then...
- 9/5/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
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Of all the iconic action heroes who have achieved worldwide fame and graced screens large and small in their shlock movies, the name of Rainier Wolfcastle is not one that’s likely to appear in any of our film history books — bye, book.
In the Simpsons universe, Wolfcastle is a very busy man, much like how his inspiration Arnold Schwarzenegger has stayed preposterously active throughout his real life. Springfield’s biggest movie star was once the governor of the state Springfield is in. He sold Fritz Schnackenpfefferhausen Bratwursts. And, of course, the crowning achievement of Wolfcastle’s career was his role as the no-nonsense, ass-kicking, one-liner-spitting one-name-having renegade cop McBain in the movie series of the same name. The first McBain movie is such a big hit in Springfield that the local networks seemed to have the TV cut of the film on repeat throughout the early seasons of The Simpsons,...
In the Simpsons universe, Wolfcastle is a very busy man, much like how his inspiration Arnold Schwarzenegger has stayed preposterously active throughout his real life. Springfield’s biggest movie star was once the governor of the state Springfield is in. He sold Fritz Schnackenpfefferhausen Bratwursts. And, of course, the crowning achievement of Wolfcastle’s career was his role as the no-nonsense, ass-kicking, one-liner-spitting one-name-having renegade cop McBain in the movie series of the same name. The first McBain movie is such a big hit in Springfield that the local networks seemed to have the TV cut of the film on repeat throughout the early seasons of The Simpsons,...
- 9/4/2024
- Cracked
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Picture this: Martin Scorsese, the maestro of cinematic masterpieces, might never have crossed paths with the iconic Leonardo DiCaprio if it weren’t for one fateful recommendation. And who do we have to thank for this game-changing connection? None other than Robert De Niro. Yep, the legendary actor casually nudged Scorsese toward a rising star, sparking one of the greatest actor-director collaborations in Hollywood history.
Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio on the set of The Wolf of Wall Street | Credit: Paramount Pictures
It’s like finding a hidden gem because your cool older cousin gave you a tip. Without De Niro’s keen eye, we might’ve missed out on the magic of DiCaprio in The Wolf of Wall Street, The Departed, and more. A simple suggestion turned into cinematic gold.
How Robert De Niro’s Early Tip-Off Gave Us the Epic Scorsese-dicaprio Duo Martin Scorsese with Robert De Niro...
Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio on the set of The Wolf of Wall Street | Credit: Paramount Pictures
It’s like finding a hidden gem because your cool older cousin gave you a tip. Without De Niro’s keen eye, we might’ve missed out on the magic of DiCaprio in The Wolf of Wall Street, The Departed, and more. A simple suggestion turned into cinematic gold.
How Robert De Niro’s Early Tip-Off Gave Us the Epic Scorsese-dicaprio Duo Martin Scorsese with Robert De Niro...
- 9/4/2024
- by Heena Singh
- FandomWire
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Dwayne Johnson, the former WWE wrestler turned Hollywood star, has built a reputation for his larger-than-life personality and physique. Standing at an impressive height of 6 feet 5 inches and weighing over 250 pounds, he embodies the perfect image of a tough guy.
It’s no wonder the US Army saw him as the perfect brand ambassador to boost recruitment numbers, which had been dwindling since 2013. In a whopping $11 million deal, the Army hoped that Johnson’s massive following could be enticed to enlist. However, the partnership turned out to be a massive misstep. But it’s not that simple, the inside story reveals a more complex web of contractual errors.
The Rock’s recruitment ruckus: how did it go wrong?
Earlier this year, the US Army had signed a deal with the United Football League, a minor football league that was co-owned by Dwayne Johnson. They hoped by making the actor a brand ambassador for their cause,...
It’s no wonder the US Army saw him as the perfect brand ambassador to boost recruitment numbers, which had been dwindling since 2013. In a whopping $11 million deal, the Army hoped that Johnson’s massive following could be enticed to enlist. However, the partnership turned out to be a massive misstep. But it’s not that simple, the inside story reveals a more complex web of contractual errors.
The Rock’s recruitment ruckus: how did it go wrong?
Earlier this year, the US Army had signed a deal with the United Football League, a minor football league that was co-owned by Dwayne Johnson. They hoped by making the actor a brand ambassador for their cause,...
- 9/4/2024
- by Shruti Pathak
- FandomWire
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When Sir Isaac Newton wrote his three famous laws — about objects set in motion by an outside force, objects accelerating, and objects colliding — I suspect he wasn’t talking about physics. He was probably talking about Jeremy Saulnier’s new thriller “Rebel Ridge.”
“Rebel Ridge” is a masterpiece of conflict and tension, a crime thriller that begins with a tiny act and gradually builds momentum, never taking an obvious path, until it finally reaches a natural, but gigantic conclusion. On its face it’s a standard thriller about corrupt cops and a heroic ex-marine seeking justice. At its core… that’s what it is too. But it’s as excellent and as smart and as meaningful as a movie with those tried-and-true tropes can possibly be.
Aaron Pierre (“Old”) stars as Terry Richmond, who in the film’s opening moments is hauling ass on his bicycle, Iron Maiden blasting through his headphones.
“Rebel Ridge” is a masterpiece of conflict and tension, a crime thriller that begins with a tiny act and gradually builds momentum, never taking an obvious path, until it finally reaches a natural, but gigantic conclusion. On its face it’s a standard thriller about corrupt cops and a heroic ex-marine seeking justice. At its core… that’s what it is too. But it’s as excellent and as smart and as meaningful as a movie with those tried-and-true tropes can possibly be.
Aaron Pierre (“Old”) stars as Terry Richmond, who in the film’s opening moments is hauling ass on his bicycle, Iron Maiden blasting through his headphones.
- 9/4/2024
- by William Bibbiani
- The Wrap
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Leonardo DiCaprio’s tendency to play iconic roles has become more of a trademark than a neat trick. Over the years, he has starred in some of the most critically acclaimed films of all time, showing his range as an actor through roles like Jack in Titanic and The Wolf of Wall Street in Martin Scorsese’s classic.
A still from J. Edgar | Credits: Warner Bros
Although most of his works receive attention in the highest regard, in the flashing lights of science-fiction and character acting, some works get lost. In 2011, he starred in Clint Eastwood’s biopic of J. Edgar Hoover. The film covered several controversial subjects surrounding the life of the former director of the FBI.
During an interview, the cast and crew of the project talked about one specific aspect that left a lot of elements unconfirmed; Hoover’s love life.
Clint Eastwood’s Brave Choice in Leonardo DiCaprio’s J.
A still from J. Edgar | Credits: Warner Bros
Although most of his works receive attention in the highest regard, in the flashing lights of science-fiction and character acting, some works get lost. In 2011, he starred in Clint Eastwood’s biopic of J. Edgar Hoover. The film covered several controversial subjects surrounding the life of the former director of the FBI.
During an interview, the cast and crew of the project talked about one specific aspect that left a lot of elements unconfirmed; Hoover’s love life.
Clint Eastwood’s Brave Choice in Leonardo DiCaprio’s J.
- 9/4/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
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It’s a pretty well-known story about how Sam Lake, Remedy Entertainment’s primary creative powerhouse, first entered the world of game development. Back then, little could the man have ever predicted that his own face would become one of the most iconic in video game history.
It’s difficult to image a world in which people would look at Sam Lake and not yell, “It’s Payne, whack ‘im!”
That’s what happened with Max Payne’s instant success back in 2001. Overnight, Payne, and by extension Lake, became the face of gritty, neo-noir storytelling in gaming. Fascinatingly, though, Lake has admitted in recent times that if he knew just how big his game would become, he may have stopped to think twice before lending his handsome mug to the character.
Sam Lake May Have Taken a Pause Before Using His Face for Max Payne Sam Lake’s return as...
It’s difficult to image a world in which people would look at Sam Lake and not yell, “It’s Payne, whack ‘im!”
That’s what happened with Max Payne’s instant success back in 2001. Overnight, Payne, and by extension Lake, became the face of gritty, neo-noir storytelling in gaming. Fascinatingly, though, Lake has admitted in recent times that if he knew just how big his game would become, he may have stopped to think twice before lending his handsome mug to the character.
Sam Lake May Have Taken a Pause Before Using His Face for Max Payne Sam Lake’s return as...
- 9/4/2024
- by Akshit Dangi
- FandomWire
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Despite being packed full of cameos, "Deadpool & Wolverine" included some guest appearances that you might have missed. For instance, star Ryan Reynolds' wife, Blake Lively, voiced Lady Deadpool, one of the many Deadpool variants who arrive towards the end of the movie and try to take out Wade Wilson and Logan (Hugh Jackman). But Lady Deadpool remains fully covered by her spandex suit and face mask throughout, making this one of the less overt guest spots in a movie that turned cameos themselves into an art form.
Similarly, Matthew McConaughey voices yet another Deadpool variant, Cowboypool, who also remains hidden behind a face mask throughout the scene in question. As it happens, this was simultaneously one of the more exciting and most anticlimactic cameos in the movie. Fans have been waiting for some time for McConaughey to make his Marvel debut, and a few lines in a "Deadpool" movie...
Similarly, Matthew McConaughey voices yet another Deadpool variant, Cowboypool, who also remains hidden behind a face mask throughout the scene in question. As it happens, this was simultaneously one of the more exciting and most anticlimactic cameos in the movie. Fans have been waiting for some time for McConaughey to make his Marvel debut, and a few lines in a "Deadpool" movie...
- 9/3/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
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A brilliant actor, a fantastic director, and a film producer, Tim Robbins’ career in the film industry is one for the history books. The American star started his career in theatre and went on to become one of the finest talents that Hollywood has ever produced. While he has appeared in several well-revered movies, his best role has been in the eternal classic, The Shawshank Redemption.
Tim Robbins in The Shawshank Redemption (1994) | Credit: Warner Bros.
Although his fame thanks to his role opposite Morgan Freeman came late, the actor won his first Oscar for a Clint Eastwood film, Mystic River. And it is a feat that he still cannot believe.
Tim Robbins Finds it Hard to Believe He Won an Oscar for Mystic River Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman in a still from The Shawshank Redemption | Credit: Warner Bros.
Tim Robbins has had an illustrious career spanning decades in the film industry,...
Tim Robbins in The Shawshank Redemption (1994) | Credit: Warner Bros.
Although his fame thanks to his role opposite Morgan Freeman came late, the actor won his first Oscar for a Clint Eastwood film, Mystic River. And it is a feat that he still cannot believe.
Tim Robbins Finds it Hard to Believe He Won an Oscar for Mystic River Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman in a still from The Shawshank Redemption | Credit: Warner Bros.
Tim Robbins has had an illustrious career spanning decades in the film industry,...
- 9/2/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
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Anya Taylor-Joy has become one of the most renowned names in this generation after flaunting her talent in some praiseworthy projects. Recently, the 28-year-old’s performance in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga earned her widespread praise despite the movie being a box office bomb. She had only 30 dialogues in the film but her approach to playing Furiosa was praised by most fans.
Anya Taylor-Joy as Furiosa | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
George Miller established Charlize Theron as a massive star in Hollywood by casting her as Furiosa in 2015’s Mad Max: Fury Road. Undoubtedly, Anya Taylor-Joy had big shoes to fill in the latest prequel film. The Queen’s Gambit actress shared that she was largely inspired by Clint Eastwood for her approach to the character.
Anya Taylor-Joy was tasked to bring Clint Eastwood energy into her Furiosa Anya Taylor-Joy in a still from Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga | Credits: Warner Bros.
Anya Taylor-Joy as Furiosa | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
George Miller established Charlize Theron as a massive star in Hollywood by casting her as Furiosa in 2015’s Mad Max: Fury Road. Undoubtedly, Anya Taylor-Joy had big shoes to fill in the latest prequel film. The Queen’s Gambit actress shared that she was largely inspired by Clint Eastwood for her approach to the character.
Anya Taylor-Joy was tasked to bring Clint Eastwood energy into her Furiosa Anya Taylor-Joy in a still from Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga | Credits: Warner Bros.
- 9/2/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
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J. Edgar Hoover, the infamous FBI director, had a history of clashes with various political figures, but his rivalry with a former U.S. president was particularly intense. Hoover’s secretive and powerful hold over the Bureau spanned several decades, allowing him to accumulate vast amounts of sensitive information about America’s most influential people. This contentious dynamic even caught the attention of Clint Eastwood, who portrayed Hoover in his 2011 film J. Edgar.
Clint Eastwood was last seen in 2021’s Cry Macho | Warner Bros Pictures
Eastwood was so intrigued by Hoover’s complex relationship with the president that he conducted extensive research to capture the depth of their conflict in his $84M movie. The film dives deep into Hoover’s controversial career, revealing the intense personal and political battles he faced.
Eastwood’s J. Edgar reveals Hoover-Kennedy tension in stunning detail Clint Eastwood as Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino | Credits:...
Clint Eastwood was last seen in 2021’s Cry Macho | Warner Bros Pictures
Eastwood was so intrigued by Hoover’s complex relationship with the president that he conducted extensive research to capture the depth of their conflict in his $84M movie. The film dives deep into Hoover’s controversial career, revealing the intense personal and political battles he faced.
Eastwood’s J. Edgar reveals Hoover-Kennedy tension in stunning detail Clint Eastwood as Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino | Credits:...
- 9/1/2024
- by Heena Singh
- FandomWire
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Clint Eastwood has been very vocal about his political opinions especially since he was a former mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California. As a filmmaker, he is undoubtedly one of the most talented and brilliant directors out there. Still, fans would recall how he used his fame and influence to speak about former US President Barack Obama.
Credits: Clint Eastwood in Bronco Billy / Warner Bros.
The infamous empty chair stunt became the content of news headlines and internet memes, and despite the mixed reactions from the public, Eastwood remained unrepentant.
Clint Eastwood Stirred Controversy By Speaking To An Empty Chair
In 2012, veteran director Clint Eastwood staged a mock conversation with former US President Barack Obama during the Republican National Convention. The controversial event earned him severe criticism, especially from the liberals.
How did a speech turn into a scandalous routine with Eastwood speaking to an empty chair where an invisible Obama was supposed to be sitting?...
Credits: Clint Eastwood in Bronco Billy / Warner Bros.
The infamous empty chair stunt became the content of news headlines and internet memes, and despite the mixed reactions from the public, Eastwood remained unrepentant.
Clint Eastwood Stirred Controversy By Speaking To An Empty Chair
In 2012, veteran director Clint Eastwood staged a mock conversation with former US President Barack Obama during the Republican National Convention. The controversial event earned him severe criticism, especially from the liberals.
How did a speech turn into a scandalous routine with Eastwood speaking to an empty chair where an invisible Obama was supposed to be sitting?...
- 9/1/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
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After starring in iconic films like The Mask, Bruce Almighty, and Liar Liar, Jim Carrey has become one of the industry’s most fan-favorite stars. His success in the comedy genre has established him as a household name. However, he also emerged as a majestic box office force in the mid-90s after delivering three memorable hits within one year.
Jim Carrey in Ace Ventura | Credits: Warner Bros.
Jim Carrey did the unthinkable when he delivered three hits in a single year as a leading star. A decade after his feature film debut with 1984’s Finders Keepers, Carrey delivered three consecutive box office hits in 1994 with Ave Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber.
Nobody has been able to match Jim Carrey’s unique box office streak Jim Carrey as Stanley Ipkiss in The Mask | Credits: Katja Motion Picture Corporation
With his unique blend of physical comedy, impressive comic timing,...
Jim Carrey in Ace Ventura | Credits: Warner Bros.
Jim Carrey did the unthinkable when he delivered three hits in a single year as a leading star. A decade after his feature film debut with 1984’s Finders Keepers, Carrey delivered three consecutive box office hits in 1994 with Ave Ventura: Pet Detective, The Mask, and Dumb and Dumber.
Nobody has been able to match Jim Carrey’s unique box office streak Jim Carrey as Stanley Ipkiss in The Mask | Credits: Katja Motion Picture Corporation
With his unique blend of physical comedy, impressive comic timing,...
- 9/1/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
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John Carpenter's 1981 sci-fi film "Escape from New York" has a novel premise: in the distant future of 1997, crime skyrocketed 400%. Instead of stopping crime in New York City, the government merely built walls around the island of Manhattan and transformed the whole burg into a massive prison. There are no cops on the inside, and only armed guards — and mined bridges — keep people inside. Anyone who commits a major crime is dropped into New York and forced to fend for themselves.
Naturally, Air Force One is shot down, and the President's escape pod lands inside New York Prison. The president (Donald Pleasance) is trapped! The dangerous, eyepatch-sporting criminal Snake Plissken (Kurt Russell) was recently apprehended for robbery and is offered an ultimatum by the smarmy Police Commissioner (Lee Van Cleef). Snake will have his record expunged if he agrees to break into New York and rescue the president. Also, as additional motivation,...
Naturally, Air Force One is shot down, and the President's escape pod lands inside New York Prison. The president (Donald Pleasance) is trapped! The dangerous, eyepatch-sporting criminal Snake Plissken (Kurt Russell) was recently apprehended for robbery and is offered an ultimatum by the smarmy Police Commissioner (Lee Van Cleef). Snake will have his record expunged if he agrees to break into New York and rescue the president. Also, as additional motivation,...
- 9/1/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
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In the world of cinema, only a few command as much respect as the Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood does. A brilliant actor and an exceptional filmmaker, Eastwood has pushed the limits of creativity when it comes to many of his movies and features. Known best for his no-nonsense approach, it is not to say that the actor-director has not caused a few controversies and storms in his career.
Clint Eastwood as Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino | Credits: Warner Bros Pictures
Over the years, many of Eastwood’s films have been criticized for being politically or historically inaccurate, leading to severe backlash. Even while making Gran Torino, the actor was adamant about making the film despite it containing politically incorrect themes.
Clint Eastwood was Warned Not to Make Gran Torino
Clint Eastwood in a still from Gran Torino | Credits: Warner Bros Pictures
Clint Eastwood has in his decades-long career made several brilliant films,...
Clint Eastwood as Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino | Credits: Warner Bros Pictures
Over the years, many of Eastwood’s films have been criticized for being politically or historically inaccurate, leading to severe backlash. Even while making Gran Torino, the actor was adamant about making the film despite it containing politically incorrect themes.
Clint Eastwood was Warned Not to Make Gran Torino
Clint Eastwood in a still from Gran Torino | Credits: Warner Bros Pictures
Clint Eastwood has in his decades-long career made several brilliant films,...
- 8/31/2024
- by Maria Sultan
- FandomWire
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Leonardo DiCaprio may have had high hopes working with director Clint Eastwood as the latter is one of the most renowned filmmakers in the industry. The actor wanted to pick up 2011’s J. Edgar as he saw it as a way to vary his career and try out something new that he was even willing to cut his fees just to star in it.
Credits: Leonardo DiCaprio in J. Edgar / Warner Bros.
Things did not go as DiCaprio planned after learning his acting style didn’t match Eastwood’s directing method. After that, the actor refused to work with him on future projects.
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Perfectionism Reportedly Clashed With Clint Eastwood’s Unique Directing Approach
J. Edgar isn’t a popular work of Leonardo DiCaprio but his performance in the movie earned him critical praise and a Golden Globe Award nomination. He portrayed the famed FBI director J. Edgar Hoover,...
Credits: Leonardo DiCaprio in J. Edgar / Warner Bros.
Things did not go as DiCaprio planned after learning his acting style didn’t match Eastwood’s directing method. After that, the actor refused to work with him on future projects.
Leonardo DiCaprio’s Perfectionism Reportedly Clashed With Clint Eastwood’s Unique Directing Approach
J. Edgar isn’t a popular work of Leonardo DiCaprio but his performance in the movie earned him critical praise and a Golden Globe Award nomination. He portrayed the famed FBI director J. Edgar Hoover,...
- 8/30/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
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In modern royal family history, no other member has made as much of an impact as Princess Diana. She continues to inspire royal watchers of all ages, from those who recall her entry into the royal family or those who learned of her impact from history books. In honor of the 27th anniversary of her death, here are three of Princess Diana’s most unforgettable royal moments.
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Royal weddings are spectacles. Filled with pomp, circumstance, pageantry, and grace, the royal family knows how to put on a tremendous show when one of its members ties the knot.
When then-Prince Charles married Lady Diana Spencer in July 1981, the anticipation leading up to their big day was palatable worldwide. What type of dress would she wear? What would the day be like?...
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Royal weddings are spectacles. Filled with pomp, circumstance, pageantry, and grace, the royal family knows how to put on a tremendous show when one of its members ties the knot.
When then-Prince Charles married Lady Diana Spencer in July 1981, the anticipation leading up to their big day was palatable worldwide. What type of dress would she wear? What would the day be like?...
- 8/30/2024
- by Lucille Barilla
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
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“Angelina! Angelina! Angelina!”
The Venice Film Festival loves its movie stars, and Angelina Jolie was the toast of Italy on Thursday night. The actress wept during an eight-minute standing ovation at the Sala Grande Theatre at the world premiere of “Maria,” Pablo Larraín’s biographical drama about the Greek opera singer Maria Callas.
The outpouring of love and emotion brings to mind another standing ovation in Venice that launched the Oscar campaign for Brendan Fraser in “The Whale,” as he sobbed through the applause that cemented a career comeback in 2022.
Jolie was similarly taken by the rapturous response, wiping away tears and at time turning her face away from the cheering as she was overcome by emotion. She hugged Larraín and the cast of the film, which is sure to be an Oscar contender, putting Jolie in the best actress race for the first time in 15 years.
Netflix will release “Maria” later this year.
The Venice Film Festival loves its movie stars, and Angelina Jolie was the toast of Italy on Thursday night. The actress wept during an eight-minute standing ovation at the Sala Grande Theatre at the world premiere of “Maria,” Pablo Larraín’s biographical drama about the Greek opera singer Maria Callas.
The outpouring of love and emotion brings to mind another standing ovation in Venice that launched the Oscar campaign for Brendan Fraser in “The Whale,” as he sobbed through the applause that cemented a career comeback in 2022.
Jolie was similarly taken by the rapturous response, wiping away tears and at time turning her face away from the cheering as she was overcome by emotion. She hugged Larraín and the cast of the film, which is sure to be an Oscar contender, putting Jolie in the best actress race for the first time in 15 years.
Netflix will release “Maria” later this year.
- 8/29/2024
- by Ramin Setoodeh and Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV
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Titanic star Leonardo DiCaprio is known not just for his impeccable acting but also for a hilarious dating scandal. After a string of relationships with partners younger than him, fans have speculated a weird dating theory about the actor. Allegedly, DiCaprio prefers dating women under 25 years of age and promptly breaks up with them as soon as they cross this line.
Recently, news has been circulating on social media that the Inception star is currently seeing 19-year-old model Eden Polani. But this age gap is so ridiculous that the claim has to be fake. Fans online have since been trolling the original post for this absurd rumor. While others are mockingly referencing the actor’s (allegedly) poor dating choices.
19 and counting: Leonardo DiCaprio’s alleged partner Leonardo DiCaprio in Shutter Island | Credits: Paramount Pictures & DreamWorks Pictures
According to a post going viral on X, Leonardo DiCaprio‘s rumored girlfriend is just 19 years old.
Recently, news has been circulating on social media that the Inception star is currently seeing 19-year-old model Eden Polani. But this age gap is so ridiculous that the claim has to be fake. Fans online have since been trolling the original post for this absurd rumor. While others are mockingly referencing the actor’s (allegedly) poor dating choices.
19 and counting: Leonardo DiCaprio’s alleged partner Leonardo DiCaprio in Shutter Island | Credits: Paramount Pictures & DreamWorks Pictures
According to a post going viral on X, Leonardo DiCaprio‘s rumored girlfriend is just 19 years old.
- 8/29/2024
- by Shruti Pathak
- FandomWire
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Deadpool & Wolverine introduces the Deadpool Corps for an unforgettable action scene set to Madonna's "Like a Prayer." Only a few of them have speaking lines and those that do are played by members of Ryan Reynolds' family in what proves to be pitch-perfect casting.
However, the fast-talking Cowboypool is an exception as he's voiced by Matthew McConaughey, an actor comic book fans have long hoped to see in a superhero movie (he was once among those rumoured to play Doctor Strange).
Now, Deadpool & Wolverine concept artist Jonay Bacallado has shared his design for Western Wade Wilson. "One the coolest and craziest sequences in the film is the portal opening and arrival of an army of Deadpool variants. Cowboypool was one the first ones to be conceptualised," he explains.
"[Mayes C. Rubeo] wanted to pay homage to the Western genre. We got inspiration from great icons like Clint Eastwood.
However, the fast-talking Cowboypool is an exception as he's voiced by Matthew McConaughey, an actor comic book fans have long hoped to see in a superhero movie (he was once among those rumoured to play Doctor Strange).
Now, Deadpool & Wolverine concept artist Jonay Bacallado has shared his design for Western Wade Wilson. "One the coolest and craziest sequences in the film is the portal opening and arrival of an army of Deadpool variants. Cowboypool was one the first ones to be conceptualised," he explains.
"[Mayes C. Rubeo] wanted to pay homage to the Western genre. We got inspiration from great icons like Clint Eastwood.
- 8/29/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
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Clint Eastwood has made some of the most inspirational films that show the power of the human spirit when placed under extraordinary circumstances. Through his vast filmography consisting of dramas, thrillers, and biopics, the actor continuously celebrated unsung heroes and events that created a difference in the world.
Clint Eastwood as Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino | Credits: Warner Bros Pictures
Eastwood brought the Hmong-American people to the forefront with his 2008 film Gran Torino. The film had a significant Hmong culture presence and various facets of their people’s lives. Despite Eastwood’s best efforts to present the community with depth and cultural sensitivity, one of his co-stars criticized the film post its release for its alleged racist and stereotypical depictions of Hmong Americans.
Clint Eastwood Got Flak From His Gran Torino Co-Star For Certain Problematic Elements Of The Film
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Clint Eastwood as Walt Kowalski in Gran Torino | Credits: Warner Bros Pictures
Eastwood brought the Hmong-American people to the forefront with his 2008 film Gran Torino. The film had a significant Hmong culture presence and various facets of their people’s lives. Despite Eastwood’s best efforts to present the community with depth and cultural sensitivity, one of his co-stars criticized the film post its release for its alleged racist and stereotypical depictions of Hmong Americans.
Clint Eastwood Got Flak From His Gran Torino Co-Star For Certain Problematic Elements Of The Film
Bee Vang became highly dismissive of Gran Torino‘s handling of...
- 8/28/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
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The heist movie genre has seen many films set in different places. Ben Affleck’s The Town was set in the middle of a Red Sox game, Oceans Eleven heist was during a boxing match in a casino, and the latest from Lionsgate 1992 puts a heist in the middle of the Rodney King Verdict protests. The Tyrese Gibson-led film sees him play Mercer, a fresh out-of-jail employee who finds himself and his son in the middle of a heist.
1992 Review
I remember seeing this trailer at the end of last year and being intrigued by the premise. Heist movies are one of my favorite genres, and if done right, they can be instant classics. With 1992 set amid the uprising protests post-Rodney King verdict, the film’s tone is strong and has an unwavering message that is heartbreaking at its core.
It’s both daring and insane to deliver...
1992 Review
I remember seeing this trailer at the end of last year and being intrigued by the premise. Heist movies are one of my favorite genres, and if done right, they can be instant classics. With 1992 set amid the uprising protests post-Rodney King verdict, the film’s tone is strong and has an unwavering message that is heartbreaking at its core.
It’s both daring and insane to deliver...
- 8/28/2024
- by Ricky Valero
- FandomWire
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Clint Eastwood stepped in to direct a legal thriller with Nicholas Hoult last year and he is bringing Juror No. 2 to the screen soon. The film, written by Jonathan Abrams, will also star J.K. Simmons, Toni Collette, Zoey Deutch, and Kiefer Sutherland. The film explores Hoult as juror Justin Kemp who realizes he could be responsible for the victim’s death on a murder trial he’s on.
Clint Eastwood in a still from Unforgiven | Credits: Malpaso Productions
Earlier, reports suggested that the film wouldn’t hit theaters in 2024 citing Oscar prediction purposes. However, the film was announced to be released on November 1, 2024, in the UK and Ireland, hinting that it could get a US release date this year as well.
Clint Eastwood’s Legal Thriller Starring Nicholas Hoult All Set To Hit Theaters Nicholas Hoult as Hank McCoy in a still from X-Men: Apocalypse | Credits: 20th Century Fox
94-year-old...
Clint Eastwood in a still from Unforgiven | Credits: Malpaso Productions
Earlier, reports suggested that the film wouldn’t hit theaters in 2024 citing Oscar prediction purposes. However, the film was announced to be released on November 1, 2024, in the UK and Ireland, hinting that it could get a US release date this year as well.
Clint Eastwood’s Legal Thriller Starring Nicholas Hoult All Set To Hit Theaters Nicholas Hoult as Hank McCoy in a still from X-Men: Apocalypse | Credits: 20th Century Fox
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- 8/28/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
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Jim Carrey is back as the beloved Doctor Ivo Robotnik in Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The threequel sees Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles team up to bring down Shadow, a powerful hedgehog who the Government creates. Keanu Reeves plays the antagonistic character in the film.
The recently released trailer of the threequel confirmed the return of Carrey, whose character was presumed dead in the previous film. The trailer also revealed that the Ace Ventura star would be playing the role of Ivo Robotnik’s grandfather Doctor Gerald Robotnik. The actor had announced his retirement from acting after the release of Sonic 2.
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Jim Carrey has played several amazing roles in his career. The actor is best known for his comedic roles in films such as The Mask,...
The recently released trailer of the threequel confirmed the return of Carrey, whose character was presumed dead in the previous film. The trailer also revealed that the Ace Ventura star would be playing the role of Ivo Robotnik’s grandfather Doctor Gerald Robotnik. The actor had announced his retirement from acting after the release of Sonic 2.
Fans Celebrate Jim Carrey’s Double Role As The Robotnik Family In Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Jim Carrey in Sonic the Hedgehog | Credits: Paramount
Jim Carrey has played several amazing roles in his career. The actor is best known for his comedic roles in films such as The Mask,...
- 8/28/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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Contrary to previous reports, Eastwood’s final film, Juror No.2, could release in 2024 after all and might arrive in UK cinemas in November.
At 94 years old, Clint Eastwood has a legendary career behind him. The upcoming Juror No. 2 is said to be his final outing as a director and will likely be the capstone on a long and distinguished career. Nobody was quite sure when the completed film was set to release, with some earlier reports suggesting that the film would slip into 2025. However, according to Tom Linay on X/Twitter it looks like Warner Bros have elected to give the film a November release here in the UK, with a similar US date sure to follow. Linay has reported on these matters previously and has generally been correct, so we feel confident enough to run a story on his reporting.
Juror No. 2 stars Toni Collette, Nicholas Hoult, Kiefer Sutherland and Zoey Deutch.
At 94 years old, Clint Eastwood has a legendary career behind him. The upcoming Juror No. 2 is said to be his final outing as a director and will likely be the capstone on a long and distinguished career. Nobody was quite sure when the completed film was set to release, with some earlier reports suggesting that the film would slip into 2025. However, according to Tom Linay on X/Twitter it looks like Warner Bros have elected to give the film a November release here in the UK, with a similar US date sure to follow. Linay has reported on these matters previously and has generally been correct, so we feel confident enough to run a story on his reporting.
Juror No. 2 stars Toni Collette, Nicholas Hoult, Kiefer Sutherland and Zoey Deutch.
- 8/28/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
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Back in 2014, Sony found itself amidst a devastating hacking attack, leading to the leak of a boatload of confidential data from Sony Pictures Entertainment. This involved an appalling exchange between producer Scott Rudin and the former Sony studio head Amy Pascal, in which the former had some less-than-thrilling words about Angelina Jolie.
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But despite being at the end of the insults in the exchange, she was unshaken by the producer’s comments, who claimed the actress was a minimally talented spoiled brat.
Angelina Jolie Doesn’t Let Personal Attacks Get Under Her Skin Angelina Jolie in Maleficent. Credits: Disney Enterprises, Inc
Back in 2011, Angelina Jolie was attached to Brian Helgeland’s canceled Cleopatra movie, which was initially set to be directed by David Fincher. However, per the leaked email exchange between Amy Pascal and Rudin, the latter was hellbent on getting Fincher onboard for his Steve Jobs biopic.
Angelina Jolie | Credits: Universal Pictures
But despite being at the end of the insults in the exchange, she was unshaken by the producer’s comments, who claimed the actress was a minimally talented spoiled brat.
Angelina Jolie Doesn’t Let Personal Attacks Get Under Her Skin Angelina Jolie in Maleficent. Credits: Disney Enterprises, Inc
Back in 2011, Angelina Jolie was attached to Brian Helgeland’s canceled Cleopatra movie, which was initially set to be directed by David Fincher. However, per the leaked email exchange between Amy Pascal and Rudin, the latter was hellbent on getting Fincher onboard for his Steve Jobs biopic.
- 8/27/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
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Filmmaker Quentin Tarantino is arguably one of the best directors currently working in Hollywood, with a phenomenal critical and commercial record. He recently appeared on a podcast, where Tarantino discussed all things cinema, especially the movies he has come to love over the years. In the process, Tarantino also revealed the only film trilogy he considers perfect.
Quentin Tarantino discussed his favorite movie trilogies (Credit: Club Random podcast | YouTube).
During the podcast, Tarantino shared his admiration for the Toy Story movies but admitted that there was one trilogy he loved more. The Academy Award-winning director named Sergio Leone’s Dollars trilogy as the only one he deems perfect. In the process, Tarantino praised one genre that critics have often seen dismissively, and here is what he had to say.
Quentin Tarantino Reveals the Only Film Trilogy That Blew Him Away
Quentin Tarantino is yet to formally confirm his next directorial...
Quentin Tarantino discussed his favorite movie trilogies (Credit: Club Random podcast | YouTube).
During the podcast, Tarantino shared his admiration for the Toy Story movies but admitted that there was one trilogy he loved more. The Academy Award-winning director named Sergio Leone’s Dollars trilogy as the only one he deems perfect. In the process, Tarantino praised one genre that critics have often seen dismissively, and here is what he had to say.
Quentin Tarantino Reveals the Only Film Trilogy That Blew Him Away
Quentin Tarantino is yet to formally confirm his next directorial...
- 8/27/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
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Ryan Carnes has been playing Lucas Jones on General Hospital off and on since 2004. Now he has a new role he’s excited to share with fans. Keep reading for all the details.
General Hospital Star Ryan Carnes Breaks Silence About New Role
Ryan Carnes broke into acting when he was cast as Lucas Jones on General Hospital. He briefly played the role in 2004 and returned in 2014 until 2020. He’s also had roles on Desperate Housewives and the Clint Eastwood movie Letters From Iwo Jima.
Soap Opera Digest caught up with the former soap star to talk about his latest role. He plays Tristan Cole in The Air He Breathes. The movie is based on the best-selling 2015 novel by Brittainy Cherry. Kelcie Stranahan plays Elizabeth in the flick.
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The two characters are both mourning losing their spouses and initially use each other to grieve but their relationship evolves to something more.
General Hospital Star Ryan Carnes Breaks Silence About New Role
Ryan Carnes broke into acting when he was cast as Lucas Jones on General Hospital. He briefly played the role in 2004 and returned in 2014 until 2020. He’s also had roles on Desperate Housewives and the Clint Eastwood movie Letters From Iwo Jima.
Soap Opera Digest caught up with the former soap star to talk about his latest role. He plays Tristan Cole in The Air He Breathes. The movie is based on the best-selling 2015 novel by Brittainy Cherry. Kelcie Stranahan plays Elizabeth in the flick.
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The two characters are both mourning losing their spouses and initially use each other to grieve but their relationship evolves to something more.
- 8/27/2024
- by Jennifer Havener
- TV Shows Ace
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Clint Eastwood has made some of the most revolutionary films in his career both as an actor and a director. He has been making films since the 60s and still continues to be inspired and fascinated by the art of filmmaking. While mostly known for his spaghetti westerns with Sergio Leone, he has made some brilliant westerns of his own along with some Oscar-winning dramas.
Leonardo DiCaprio and Naomi Watts in J. Edgar | Credits: Warner Bros
Eastwood directed the biographical film J. Edgar in 2011, based on the famed first director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. To ensure the film was as historically accurate as possible, the director went deep into his research and even went the extra mile, meeting the then-director of the FBI in person. Eastwood and the FBI disagreed on the inclusion of one disputed aspect of Hoover’s life in the film.
The FBI Was Apprehensive...
Leonardo DiCaprio and Naomi Watts in J. Edgar | Credits: Warner Bros
Eastwood directed the biographical film J. Edgar in 2011, based on the famed first director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. To ensure the film was as historically accurate as possible, the director went deep into his research and even went the extra mile, meeting the then-director of the FBI in person. Eastwood and the FBI disagreed on the inclusion of one disputed aspect of Hoover’s life in the film.
The FBI Was Apprehensive...
- 8/27/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
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Clint Eastwood is one of those people who can turn anything into gold by simply being a part of it. One could say that the director/actor is gifted the Midas Touch. While it is difficult to pick just one favorite amongst his many works, Dirty Harry by Don Siegel seems like a good place to start. Having received unending praise from both critics and fans, the cop thriller was preserved by the Library of Congress in the U.S. National Film Registry. It’s that good.
Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry (1971) | Credits: Warner Bros.
While Clint Eastwood’s creative ideas always seem to work in his films’ favor, he was a little off about how things should end for his character in Dirty Harry. Luckily, director Don Siegel was there to guide him in the right direction and he actually ended up loving the ending he was once so against.
Clint Eastwood in Dirty Harry (1971) | Credits: Warner Bros.
While Clint Eastwood’s creative ideas always seem to work in his films’ favor, he was a little off about how things should end for his character in Dirty Harry. Luckily, director Don Siegel was there to guide him in the right direction and he actually ended up loving the ending he was once so against.
- 8/27/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
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Clint Eastwood really did a number on his audience with Million Dollar Baby. The sports drama is unforgettable in more ways than one, especially thanks to the gut-wrenching ending where his character, Frankie, puts daughter-like Maggie to rest for good, despite his fatherly affection for her. As he injects a fatal injection into her, the audience’s happiness dies along with Maggie. Honestly, there is just something about Clint Eastwood when it comes to creating movies.
Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman in Million Dollar Baby (2004) | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
Despite his proven record and a ground-shattering idea, Warner Bros. was just not interested in financing a boxing movie. When they finally agreed, most of their interest was in other films including Tom Hanks’ Polar Express. Clint Eastwood soon realized that it was up to him and his team to determine Million Dollar Baby’s fate.
Clint Eastwood’s Million Dollar Baby and Warner Bros.
Clint Eastwood and Morgan Freeman in Million Dollar Baby (2004) | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
Despite his proven record and a ground-shattering idea, Warner Bros. was just not interested in financing a boxing movie. When they finally agreed, most of their interest was in other films including Tom Hanks’ Polar Express. Clint Eastwood soon realized that it was up to him and his team to determine Million Dollar Baby’s fate.
Clint Eastwood’s Million Dollar Baby and Warner Bros.
- 8/26/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Quentin Tarantino has “no desire” to watch ‘Toy Story 4’.The acclaimed director thought the previous three entries into Pixar’s animated series were excellent - but Tarantino is now “done” with the franchise and so won’t watch the fourth or upcoming fifth movies in the series.During an appearance on the ‘Club Random with Bill Maher’ podcast, Tarantino said: “I don’t watch all the animated movies and stuff, but I’m a big fan of the ‘Toy Story’ trilogy."Tarantino loved the third movie in the money-spinning franchise, but he's insisted that the series shouldn't continue.He shared: “The third one is just magnificent.“It’s one of the best movies I’ve ever seen. And if you’ve seen the other two, it’s just devastating. But the thing is, then three years later or something they did a fourth, and I have no desire to see it.
- 8/26/2024
- by Alex Getting
- Bang Showbiz
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Quentin Tarantino doesn’t want to play with Toy Story anymore.
The famed director recently appeared on an episode of the comedy podcast Club Random with Bill Maher, where, among other things, he discussed the difficulties of wrapping up a trilogy in a satisfying manner for the audience. Because of his love for the initial Toy Story trilogy, the Kill Bill helmer said he had “no desire” to view subsequent films.
“I don’t watch all the animated movies and stuff, but I’m a big fan of the Toy Story trilogy,” he said in a clip that has since gone viral on X (formerly known as Twitter). “I think there’s only one trilogy that completely and utterly works to the Nth degree and that’s A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.”
He went on to describe that...
The famed director recently appeared on an episode of the comedy podcast Club Random with Bill Maher, where, among other things, he discussed the difficulties of wrapping up a trilogy in a satisfying manner for the audience. Because of his love for the initial Toy Story trilogy, the Kill Bill helmer said he had “no desire” to view subsequent films.
“I don’t watch all the animated movies and stuff, but I’m a big fan of the Toy Story trilogy,” he said in a clip that has since gone viral on X (formerly known as Twitter). “I think there’s only one trilogy that completely and utterly works to the Nth degree and that’s A Fistful of Dollars, For a Few Dollars More and The Good, the Bad and the Ugly.”
He went on to describe that...
- 8/26/2024
- by Natalie Oganesyan
- Deadline Film + TV
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Clint Eastwood, with his decades-long-acting career, is one of Hollywood’s most prominent actors, with several well-acclaimed projects under his belt. But soon, the actor shifted his entire focus to filmmaking. At the moment, Eastwood has directed more than 30 movies.
Clint Eastwood || Credits: Gary Harrington || Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons
But one movie out of this lot had a deeper meaning for the actor, which stopped him from giving up on acting. The movie in question is Million Dollar Baby and has a unique Sandra Bullock connection.
How Million Dollar Baby Saved Clint Eastwood’s Acting Career Clint Eastwood and Hilary Swank in Million Dollar Baby || Credits:
Clint Eastwood‘s acting prowess is not a surprise to many, given the actor has several awards under his belt, including five Academy Awards. But while he’s a legendary actor, he also showcased his filmmaking talents with his directorial debut project Play Misty for Me in 1971. Since then,...
Clint Eastwood || Credits: Gary Harrington || Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons
But one movie out of this lot had a deeper meaning for the actor, which stopped him from giving up on acting. The movie in question is Million Dollar Baby and has a unique Sandra Bullock connection.
How Million Dollar Baby Saved Clint Eastwood’s Acting Career Clint Eastwood and Hilary Swank in Million Dollar Baby || Credits:
Clint Eastwood‘s acting prowess is not a surprise to many, given the actor has several awards under his belt, including five Academy Awards. But while he’s a legendary actor, he also showcased his filmmaking talents with his directorial debut project Play Misty for Me in 1971. Since then,...
- 8/25/2024
- by Sakshi Singh
- FandomWire
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Jim Carrey is known for his comedic roles in films such as The Mask, Liar Liar, and the Ace Ventura series. Popular for his intense physical comedy and loud expressions, Carrey was extremely popular in the early ‘90s and even ventured into dramatic territory with films like The Truman Show and The Majestic.
Before he had his breakthrough with Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, however, he was a stand-up comedian and struggling actor. Carrey credited actor and filmmaker Clint Eastwood for giving him a chance in his Dirty Harry series as a heroin-addicted rockstar named Johnny Squares. He even mentioned how impressed Eastwood was with his audition tape.
Jim Carrey Showed His Gratitude For Clint Eastwood As He Gave Him A Small Role Clint Eastwood in The Dead Pool | Credits: Warner Bros.
Clint Eastwood has an eye for talent like no other filmmaker. He has chosen many talented artists to headline...
Before he had his breakthrough with Ace Ventura: Pet Detective, however, he was a stand-up comedian and struggling actor. Carrey credited actor and filmmaker Clint Eastwood for giving him a chance in his Dirty Harry series as a heroin-addicted rockstar named Johnny Squares. He even mentioned how impressed Eastwood was with his audition tape.
Jim Carrey Showed His Gratitude For Clint Eastwood As He Gave Him A Small Role Clint Eastwood in The Dead Pool | Credits: Warner Bros.
Clint Eastwood has an eye for talent like no other filmmaker. He has chosen many talented artists to headline...
- 8/25/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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There is no shortage of variety in Leonardo DiCaprio’s filmography but when he signed up to play the role of FBI director J. Edgar Hoover, he left fans and critics in awe. The film faced a few setbacks before it was finally set in motion. Luckily, Leonardo DiCaprio was ready to slash his fee down by a whopping ninety percent.
Clint Eastwood’s J. Edgar (2011) | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
The film’s producer, Dustin Graze, had to rope in the help of renowned director Clint Eastwood to get a green light for his film. Clint Eastwood always gives his hundred percent to his films, no matter what the project might be. J. Edgar was no exception to the rule either as it saw the filmmaker get his hands dirty in order to give Leonardo DiCaprio and co-star Armie Hammer a lesson in violence.
Clint Eastwood Becomes a Mentor for...
Clint Eastwood’s J. Edgar (2011) | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
The film’s producer, Dustin Graze, had to rope in the help of renowned director Clint Eastwood to get a green light for his film. Clint Eastwood always gives his hundred percent to his films, no matter what the project might be. J. Edgar was no exception to the rule either as it saw the filmmaker get his hands dirty in order to give Leonardo DiCaprio and co-star Armie Hammer a lesson in violence.
Clint Eastwood Becomes a Mentor for...
- 8/25/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
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Spoiler Alert !!!Spoilers ahead for Changeling.
While her life off-screen has always been fodder for news stories, Angelina Jolie has always been a talented actress who could take on intense roles and deliver strong performances. The actress won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Girl, Interrupted, and was nominated multiple times for the Golden Globes.
One role that gave her both a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination was Clint Eastwood’s period drama, Changeling. However, Jolie was reportedly not too keen on playing the role as it dealt with a mother losing her child. Even after being convinced by Eastwood, she allegedly had a tough time coming home to her kids after the role.
Angelina Jolie Was Terrified Of Playing Christine Collins In Clint Eastwood’s Changeling Clint Eastwood and Angelina Jolie on the sets of Changeling | Credits: Universal Pictures
Clint Eastwood’s Changeling...
While her life off-screen has always been fodder for news stories, Angelina Jolie has always been a talented actress who could take on intense roles and deliver strong performances. The actress won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Girl, Interrupted, and was nominated multiple times for the Golden Globes.
One role that gave her both a Golden Globe and an Oscar nomination was Clint Eastwood’s period drama, Changeling. However, Jolie was reportedly not too keen on playing the role as it dealt with a mother losing her child. Even after being convinced by Eastwood, she allegedly had a tough time coming home to her kids after the role.
Angelina Jolie Was Terrified Of Playing Christine Collins In Clint Eastwood’s Changeling Clint Eastwood and Angelina Jolie on the sets of Changeling | Credits: Universal Pictures
Clint Eastwood’s Changeling...
- 8/25/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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With a career spanning over 6 decades, Clint Eastwood is an undisputed icon in Hollywood. His contributions to acting and filmmaking are widely revered by fans worldwide. The Dirty Harry fame also has 4 Oscars attached to his name. Strangely, despite having such a celebrated career, he is one of the rarest celebrities who does not have a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Clint Eastwood as Earl Stone in The Mule | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame has been one of the greatest honors in the industry. While several fans consider it as a publicity stunt, it makes the celebrities believe that they have attained a certain level. However, Clint Eastwood’s case is different as he never cared much about materialistic success. He has been nominated for the honor numerous times but he has always emphasized more on his craft rather than the accolades.
Clint Eastwood as Earl Stone in The Mule | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures
A star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame has been one of the greatest honors in the industry. While several fans consider it as a publicity stunt, it makes the celebrities believe that they have attained a certain level. However, Clint Eastwood’s case is different as he never cared much about materialistic success. He has been nominated for the honor numerous times but he has always emphasized more on his craft rather than the accolades.
- 8/24/2024
- by Subham Mandal
- FandomWire
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On Friday nights, IndieWire After Dark takes a feature-length beat to honor fringe cinema in the streaming age.
First, the spoiler-free pitch for one editor’s midnight movie pick — something weird and wonderful from any age of film that deserves our memorializing.
Then, the spoiler-filled aftermath as experienced by the unwitting editor attacked by this week’s recommendation.
The Pitch: Kate Winslet Brings the Heat to a Wild, Well-Dressed Revenge Dramedy
To paraphrase Moira Rose, “If you love female rage as much as I do, you’ll thrill to Kate Winslet in the underseen Australian movie ‘The Dressmaker.‘”
“The Dressmaker” exists in an odd lull in Winslet’s career. Post-Oscar win for “The Reader,” she appeared in a slew of Ok period films and the “Divergent” series — which meant no one was really looking for the next great Winslet performance. Too bad, because one of her best is at...
First, the spoiler-free pitch for one editor’s midnight movie pick — something weird and wonderful from any age of film that deserves our memorializing.
Then, the spoiler-filled aftermath as experienced by the unwitting editor attacked by this week’s recommendation.
The Pitch: Kate Winslet Brings the Heat to a Wild, Well-Dressed Revenge Dramedy
To paraphrase Moira Rose, “If you love female rage as much as I do, you’ll thrill to Kate Winslet in the underseen Australian movie ‘The Dressmaker.‘”
“The Dressmaker” exists in an odd lull in Winslet’s career. Post-Oscar win for “The Reader,” she appeared in a slew of Ok period films and the “Divergent” series — which meant no one was really looking for the next great Winslet performance. Too bad, because one of her best is at...
- 8/24/2024
- by Mark Peikert and Alison Foreman
- Indiewire
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Exclusive: Storied Media Group, which is run by former ICM lit agent Todd Hoffman, has formed a strategic alliance with AI firm Vitrina. By teaming up, the companies aim to offer clients a more sophisticated view of the global entertainment supply chain.
Smg rolled out an intellectual property platform called StoryScout in 2018, expanding it globally three years later. Initial buy-side clients of StoryScout included Sony Television, New Line and Range Media. Exclusive IP offered by StoryScout spans true stories, life rights, journalism, comics, graphic novels, books, podcasts, and video games. In building the service, Hoffman drew on his background repping writers and media outlets like The New York Times, 60 Minutes and New York magazine, and working at Smg with the Marshall Project, The Guardian, The Washington Post and NPR.
Vitrina uses AI tools to track every upcoming film and TV project, associated companies for each project, and key decision-makers involved.
Smg rolled out an intellectual property platform called StoryScout in 2018, expanding it globally three years later. Initial buy-side clients of StoryScout included Sony Television, New Line and Range Media. Exclusive IP offered by StoryScout spans true stories, life rights, journalism, comics, graphic novels, books, podcasts, and video games. In building the service, Hoffman drew on his background repping writers and media outlets like The New York Times, 60 Minutes and New York magazine, and working at Smg with the Marshall Project, The Guardian, The Washington Post and NPR.
Vitrina uses AI tools to track every upcoming film and TV project, associated companies for each project, and key decision-makers involved.
- 8/23/2024
- by Dade Hayes
- Deadline Film + TV
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There are a lot of celebrity rumors and sightings swirling around the Democratic National Convention on Thursday as Kamala Harris prepares to take the stage in a historical occasion in Chicago.
With the likes of Taylor Swift and Beyoncé at the top of the surprise list, at least one high-profile candidate has taken himself out of the race. Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) said he is not the “surprise guest” who has been rumored to appear this evening.
Just over an hour ago, Romney posted on X: “Contrary to fake news posts, I am not the surprise guest at the DNC tonight. My guess is that it will be Beyoncé or Taylor Swift. So disappointing, I know!”
Contrary to fake news posts, I am not the surprise guest at the DNC tonight. My guess is that it will be Beyoncé or Taylor Swift. So disappointing,...
With the likes of Taylor Swift and Beyoncé at the top of the surprise list, at least one high-profile candidate has taken himself out of the race. Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) said he is not the “surprise guest” who has been rumored to appear this evening.
Just over an hour ago, Romney posted on X: “Contrary to fake news posts, I am not the surprise guest at the DNC tonight. My guess is that it will be Beyoncé or Taylor Swift. So disappointing, I know!”
Contrary to fake news posts, I am not the surprise guest at the DNC tonight. My guess is that it will be Beyoncé or Taylor Swift. So disappointing,...
- 8/23/2024
- by Dominic Patten and Ted Johnson
- Deadline Film + TV
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Well, imagining a Hollywood landscape without Clint Eastwood is pretty hard, right? It’s like trying to picture a Western movie without the tumbleweeds and saloons. Originally revolutionizing the image of cowboys and rugged detectives on the big screen, Eastwood, 94, swiftly reined in a legacy as a filmmaker known for delivering Oscar-bait films without batting an eyelid.
Clint Eastwood in Gran Torino (2008) | Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures
And let’s not forget his prowess at the box office. Even when he’s not on screen, he proves to be Warner Bros.’ golden goose, consistently laying golden eggs at the global box office.
But hold your horses, there’s one fascinating tale of Eastwood’s movie Gran Torino. Despite being the director’s second highest-grossing film to date, it was snubbed by the Oscars. Rather ironic, isn’t it? Especially considering Gran Torino is now celebrated as an all-time classic in spite...
Clint Eastwood in Gran Torino (2008) | Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures
And let’s not forget his prowess at the box office. Even when he’s not on screen, he proves to be Warner Bros.’ golden goose, consistently laying golden eggs at the global box office.
But hold your horses, there’s one fascinating tale of Eastwood’s movie Gran Torino. Despite being the director’s second highest-grossing film to date, it was snubbed by the Oscars. Rather ironic, isn’t it? Especially considering Gran Torino is now celebrated as an all-time classic in spite...
- 8/22/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
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Oprah Winfrey’s surprise appearance at the Democratic National Convention, in which she made the case for Kamala Harris and against Donald Trump, certainly electrified the United Center, but one moment from the third evening stood out in particular.
That was when Tim Walz spoke about he and his wife’s long challenges with infertility, and then about his family, and his son Gus stood up and said, “That’s my Dad!” It quickly became one of the night’s viral moments.
For the third night in a row, the convention went into overtime in the Et, potentially losing the TV audience, but the campaign is suggesting that it may not matter all that much.
The convention has so far drawn a larger audience than the same time periods of the Republican National Convention.
“We’ve outpaced them every night so far this convention,” Harris campaign spokesman Michael Tyler said this morning.
That was when Tim Walz spoke about he and his wife’s long challenges with infertility, and then about his family, and his son Gus stood up and said, “That’s my Dad!” It quickly became one of the night’s viral moments.
For the third night in a row, the convention went into overtime in the Et, potentially losing the TV audience, but the campaign is suggesting that it may not matter all that much.
The convention has so far drawn a larger audience than the same time periods of the Republican National Convention.
“We’ve outpaced them every night so far this convention,” Harris campaign spokesman Michael Tyler said this morning.
- 8/22/2024
- by Ted Johnson and Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
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Unforgiven was one of Clint Eastwood’s most talked-about films, as well as one of the longest to come to life once the project became official. In the middle of it all, one big challenge was casting, especially since he had to convince one of the actors he really wanted.
Still from Unforgiven (Credits: Warner Bros.)
Gene Hackman had a pact with himself for reasons enough to avoid accepting the role offered, but even though he was reluctant for a while, Eastwood managed to get him on board and, consequently, help him take home an Oscar. But how much effort was required in the process?
Gene Hackman Went Back On His Word To Star In Unforgiven Gene Hackman as Sheriff Little Bill Daggett in Unforgiven (Credits: Warner Bros.)
Any non-fiction production usually deals with narratives based on real life. Because of this, it’s common for some movies and shows to have violent scenes,...
Still from Unforgiven (Credits: Warner Bros.)
Gene Hackman had a pact with himself for reasons enough to avoid accepting the role offered, but even though he was reluctant for a while, Eastwood managed to get him on board and, consequently, help him take home an Oscar. But how much effort was required in the process?
Gene Hackman Went Back On His Word To Star In Unforgiven Gene Hackman as Sheriff Little Bill Daggett in Unforgiven (Credits: Warner Bros.)
Any non-fiction production usually deals with narratives based on real life. Because of this, it’s common for some movies and shows to have violent scenes,...
- 8/22/2024
- by Catherine Delgado
- FandomWire
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The festival season is upon us, so Gold Derby editors and Experts Christopher Rosen and Joyce Eng are here with some fresh Oscar predictions before a bevy of these contenders are seen.
Since our last update in July, “A Complete Unknown” has entered the chat. James Mangold‘s Bob Dylan biopic, with Timothee Chalamet playing the icon, filmed in the spring and will open on Christmas (a Clint Eastwood-esque turnaround here). It also stars Elle Fanning as Dylan’s love interest based on Suze Rotolo and Edward Norton as Pete Seeger. The film has already cracked the top 10 in the Best Picture odds, while Chalamet has jumped into fourth place in the Best Actor odds. Could Chalamet become the youngest Best Actor winner ever?
See Experts slugfest: Our ridiculously early 2025 Oscar predictions, updated
Meanwhile, Saoirse Ronan‘s “The Outrun” was acquired by Sony Pictures Classics for an October release...
Since our last update in July, “A Complete Unknown” has entered the chat. James Mangold‘s Bob Dylan biopic, with Timothee Chalamet playing the icon, filmed in the spring and will open on Christmas (a Clint Eastwood-esque turnaround here). It also stars Elle Fanning as Dylan’s love interest based on Suze Rotolo and Edward Norton as Pete Seeger. The film has already cracked the top 10 in the Best Picture odds, while Chalamet has jumped into fourth place in the Best Actor odds. Could Chalamet become the youngest Best Actor winner ever?
See Experts slugfest: Our ridiculously early 2025 Oscar predictions, updated
Meanwhile, Saoirse Ronan‘s “The Outrun” was acquired by Sony Pictures Classics for an October release...
- 8/22/2024
- by Joyce Eng and Christopher Rosen
- Gold Derby
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Some TV characters stir the pot, and some simply become the pot. For example, Wes Bentley’s Jamie Dutton from Taylor Sheridan’s neo-Western TV series, Yellowstone. With Bentley, whose Hollywood resume boasts iconic roles in The Hunger Games and American Horror Story, Jamie Dutton is a complex cocktail of familial revenge & emotional pitfalls.
Also, note that the actor has been tilting at windmills in the film industry since 1995, giving life to a myriad of characters, but his turn as Jamie is as wretchedly bewitching as watching a car crash in slow motion.
Wes Bentley in Yellowstone | Credit: Paramount Network
But here’s the rub: Fans have come to realize that Jamie’s love life is a bit of a joke. It’s like he’s got a magnet for trouble in the form of drop-dead gorgeous women who play him like a harp—minus the sweet music. Sure, it...
Also, note that the actor has been tilting at windmills in the film industry since 1995, giving life to a myriad of characters, but his turn as Jamie is as wretchedly bewitching as watching a car crash in slow motion.
Wes Bentley in Yellowstone | Credit: Paramount Network
But here’s the rub: Fans have come to realize that Jamie’s love life is a bit of a joke. It’s like he’s got a magnet for trouble in the form of drop-dead gorgeous women who play him like a harp—minus the sweet music. Sure, it...
- 8/22/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
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Kamala Harris may well be the next president of the United States, simply because she is not ten million years old. You can trust her to safely operate a motor vehicle — and her campaign to run a livestream.
But her team recently crossed @dril, the legendary online comedian, by distributing one of his posts in an official campaign press release — the one where he jokes: “and another thing: im not mad. please dont put in the newspaper that i got mad.” He really, really, profoundly didn’t like that.
If you’re reading this,...
But her team recently crossed @dril, the legendary online comedian, by distributing one of his posts in an official campaign press release — the one where he jokes: “and another thing: im not mad. please dont put in the newspaper that i got mad.” He really, really, profoundly didn’t like that.
If you’re reading this,...
- 8/21/2024
- by Kaleb Horton
- Rollingstone.com
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Taylor Sheridan—a revered writer, producer, and director— is the maestro behind some of the most thrilling and gripping stories in Hollywood today. If you haven’t heard of him yet, then you must be living under a rock in the Badlands.
Ever seen spoken word turn into a cinematic spectacle? Sheridan’s neo-Western drama, Yellowstone, has not just etched its name on the screen; it has garnered a fan base that’s thunderous enough to echo across the valleys. Two spin-offs to date, and with rumors of another on the horizon, you’d think Sheridan found Aladdin’s lamp!
Still from Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone |Credit: Paramount Network
Well, don’t be fooled; Yellowstone is just the tip of the iceberg. His portfolio proudly boasts cinematic gems like Wind River, Sicario, and Hell or High Water. His fervor for the Western genre is akin to a cowboy’s love for his hat,...
Ever seen spoken word turn into a cinematic spectacle? Sheridan’s neo-Western drama, Yellowstone, has not just etched its name on the screen; it has garnered a fan base that’s thunderous enough to echo across the valleys. Two spin-offs to date, and with rumors of another on the horizon, you’d think Sheridan found Aladdin’s lamp!
Still from Taylor Sheridan’s Yellowstone |Credit: Paramount Network
Well, don’t be fooled; Yellowstone is just the tip of the iceberg. His portfolio proudly boasts cinematic gems like Wind River, Sicario, and Hell or High Water. His fervor for the Western genre is akin to a cowboy’s love for his hat,...
- 8/21/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
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Who doesn’t adore Clint Eastwood? With a career spanning over six decades, the actor, 94, has galloped into our hearts and screens, even earning multiple Oscars. Oh, and let’s not forget he even took a spin as the Mayor of Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, in the late ‘80s—just another feather in his cap.
Still of Clint Eastwood in Unforgiven | Credit: Warner Bros.
But let’s not sugarcoat it: His outspoken nature and unfiltered opinions have often made headlines. No surprise, then, that this Hollywood heavyweight has collected a fair share of high-profile enemies along the way. Want proof? Eddie Murphy once shared a story about Marlon Brando, who didn’t just tiptoe around his feelings but outright tossed Eastwood under the bus.
Why Did Marlon Brando Dislike Clint Eastwood? Eddie Murphy Explained
Eddie Murphy revealed on The New York Times’ The Interview podcast that Marlon Brando, in a rather candid moment,...
Still of Clint Eastwood in Unforgiven | Credit: Warner Bros.
But let’s not sugarcoat it: His outspoken nature and unfiltered opinions have often made headlines. No surprise, then, that this Hollywood heavyweight has collected a fair share of high-profile enemies along the way. Want proof? Eddie Murphy once shared a story about Marlon Brando, who didn’t just tiptoe around his feelings but outright tossed Eastwood under the bus.
Why Did Marlon Brando Dislike Clint Eastwood? Eddie Murphy Explained
Eddie Murphy revealed on The New York Times’ The Interview podcast that Marlon Brando, in a rather candid moment,...
- 8/21/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
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