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The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has brought fans some of the most popular superhero movies ever, winning over audiences worldwide. But behind the scenes, the MCU has also dealt with some bumps in the road with its actors and directors. Creative disagreements, personal clashes, and changes in the industry have sometimes led to tough decisions and saying goodbye to certain people along the way.

Edward Norton’s Hulk in Marvel’s The Incredible Hulk | Credit: Universal Pictures

A few Hollywood names like Edward Norton and Joss Whedon have made particularly memorable exits. But why the original Hulk, and Whedon, the director behind The Avengers, are unlikely to return to the MCU?

Joss Whedon’s journey from success to controversy in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Joss Whedon was once one of the most respected voices in Hollywood, celebrated for creating strong female characters in shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Firefly.

Election night can feel like a roller coaster of emotions, with news updates bombarding you at every turn.

If you’d rather skip the stress, why not indulge in the ultimate comfort movie marathon?

This list is packed with heartwarming classics, feel-good comedies, nostalgic favorites, and a few inspiring underdog tales to keep things light and fun.

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Whether you want a dose of nostalgia, a sing-along session, or just a laugh, these movies will take your mind off the chaos.

So, grab your snacks, settle in, and let these comfort films bring a little peace to election night.

Classic Comfort & Nostalgia

Sometimes, all you need is a classic to bring a sense of calm and ease.

These nostalgic gems transport you to simpler times and offer timeless stories that never fail to comfort you.

The Princess Bride (1987) (20th Century Fox/Screenshot)

From sword fights to true love,...

Tom Hanks’ journey to Hollywood stardom is full of memorable moments, but one of his early, defining breakthroughs came thanks to an unexpected encounter on the beloved sitcom Happy Days. In 1982, Hanks guest-starred on the show as Dr. Dwayne Twitchell, a karate expert with a grudge against Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli, portrayed by Henry Winkler. In a pivotal scene, Hanks’ character shockingly kicked Fonzie through the stained-glass window of Al’s Drive-in, a moment that Hanks later credited as instrumental in launching his career as a leading man.

A Karate Kick led to Tom Hanks eventually finding fame! Tom Hanks | Credit: Forrest Gump/Paramount Pictures

In the Happy Days episode titled A Little Case of Revenge, Hanks portrayed Dr. Twitchell, a former schoolmate of Fonzie’s who had harbored resentment since grade school. Seeking revenge, Twitchell confronts Fonzie in full karate attire, and in a memorable twist, kicks the iconic character through a stained-glass window.

When Harry Met Sally’s now-iconic deli scene made one thing clear for star Billy Crystal—he wouldn’t date Princess Diana. Looking back on the classic rom-com’s London, England, premiere, Crystal shared how the late royal’s reaction to the scene made him realize if they ever dated it wouldn’t last long. Why? How Diana laughed.

Crystal sat with Princess Diana at the London premiere of ‘When Harry Met Sally’

During an Oct. 23, 2024, appearance on The View, Crystal reflected on the November 1989 When Harry Met Sally London premiere. Diana didn’t just attend and meet the cast. She also sat with Crystal and his co-star, Meg Ryan, for a screening of the Rob Reiner-directed romantic comedy.

“She’s on my left and Meg is on her left. So it’s me, Rob [Reiner], Princess [Diana], and then Meg,” Crystal said in a clip on the show’s social media.

Tom Hanks has delivered countless hits in the industry in a diverse range of movies, but his new project is extremely different. Here explores the life of a couple, portrayed by the legendary pairing of Hanks and Robin Wright, throughout generations.

Robert Zemeckis is known for his innovative lens when it comes to filming and this movie is a classic example of that. The director aspires to deliver the moving storyline which starts from dinosaurs to man, in a documentary-like style. However, to truly commit to the concept the Cast Away actor had to forgo one cardinal rule he always adhered to during filming, not to look back.

When Tom Hanks had to self-reflect

Ever since the growth of AI and advanced technology in Hollywood, audiences have been skeptical about its use to generate images and visual effects. Being too reliant on technology might hurt the final product, but some...

After 35 years, When Harry Met Sally still holds up as one of Meg Ryan‘s most memorable performances.

Marking the film’s milestone anniversary, Ryan’s co-star Billy Crystal recently recalled the “guttural” reaction Princess Diana had to her infamous fake orgasm scene when the film had its “memorable” royal premiere at Leicester Square on Nov. 30, 1989.

“Princess Diana was coming, so we were all taught what to say and not to say,” Crystal noted Friday on The Graham Norton Show. “There she is, a magnificent person. We waited, Meg and I, and the limo pulls up and she gets out. She couldn’t have been more gracious, and stunning, and tall. Just her presence was astounding.”

After they were greeted with trumpeters, Crystal and Ryan were seated on either side of the Princess of Wales. “The lights go down, and she whispers to me, ‘I’m gonna take my shoes off,...

The internet has become quite divided over Forrest Gump in recent years. So, when Tom Hanks and Robin Wright announced they were getting back together for a new movie called Here, discussions about a potential sequel naturally fired up again. Regardless of the mixed opinions on the original film today, it undeniably holds a classic status in cinema history.

Tom Hanks in Forrest Gump | Credits: Paramount Pictures

Hanks has made it clear that he chose not to pursue a sequel, and this decision has proven to be wise in many ways. Here’s a closer look at why at decision ultimately benefits the legacy of Forrest Gump.

Why Not Doing a Forrest Gump Sequel Is a Good Idea

Forrest Gump has hit the big 3-0, and watching it today brings up some tough realities, from its problematic central love story of Gump and Jenna to its seemingly glaring whitewashing of American history.

In light of the news that All My Children is potentially being rebooted as a holiday movie on Lifetime, Soap Hub reached out to a few of your favorite As The World Turns alums to see their thoughts about the potential to bring their show back.

History

The show aired on CBS from 1956 to 2010, making it one of the longest-running daytime dramas in TV history. Created by Irna Phillips, a pioneer in the soap opera genre, Atwt focused on the lives, loves, and challenges of the residents of the fictional town of Oakdale. Known for its mix of family-centered drama and socially relevant storylines, it became a staple of daytime television for more than five decades.

The show initially centered around the Hughes family, but over the years expanded to include a wide range of characters and families. It gained popularity in the 1960s for its realistic portrayal of everyday life,...

In the late ’90s and early 2000s, Meg Ryan was America’s sweetheart. The actress was celebrated for her girl-next-door charm and romantic comedies like When Harry Met Sally, Sleepless in Seattle, and You’ve Got Mail. However, there was one film that ended up putting a full stop on her amazing career.

Meg Ryan in the film, In the Cut | Credits: Columbia Pictures

After Ryan’s involvement in the 2003 erotic thriller, In the Cut, the way the world perceived her changed. She co-starred alongside, the Marvel star, Mark Ruffalo. However, the film inadvertently placed her in a media whirlwind over her off-screen affair with the Australian star, Russell Crowe, marking what was the decline of her Hollywood stardom.

The backlash Meg Ryan got for In the Cut

When In the Cut was released in 2003, Meg Ryan faced a ton of backlash that was as intense as it was unexpected. The...

The 1990s were a golden era for romantic comedies, and few on-screen duos exemplified the magic of this genre quite like Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks. Together, they starred in a series of beloved rom-coms, including the 1993 film, Sleepless in Seattle and the 1998 film, You’ve Got Mail. Their on-screen chemistry was so believable that it set a standard for love stories on film.

Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks in You’ve Got Mail | Credits: Warner Bros.

The whole world was so enamored by their on-screen love affairs that it felt like real life. However, viewers were not the only ones who were swept up in the genuineness of it all. In fact, even Ryan once opened up about why working with Hanks felt so real.

Meg Ryan reveals why she loved working with Tom Hanks

Throughout the decades, Meg Ryan and Tom Hanks have become one of Hollywood’s most iconic on-screen duos.

Even if you haven’t seen Practical Magic — the 1998 fantasy film starring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock as cursed sister-witches — you know the “midnight margaritas” scene. It happens shortly after Gillian and Sally Owens (Kidman and Bullock, respectively) accidentally murder Gillian’s abusive boyfriend Jimmy Angelov (Goran Višnjić). They revive an even worse version of Angelov from the dead, kill him again with a frying pan, and frantically cover up their crime. You know, normal witch stuff.

But then things start looking up — at least briefly. The Owens’ aunts, played...

An upsurge in directors starring in their own movies has seen mixed results. Lake Bell, Elia Suleiman and Viggo Mortensen explain the perks and pitfalls of being on both sides of the camera

Since the very first directorial cameos – George Méliès’ sorcerer-like appearances in The Vanishing Lady and Playing Cards in the 1890s – directors have often been unable to resist being in front of, as well as behind, the camera.” M Night Shyamalan, a film-maker notoriously eager to appear in his own work speaks for all these frustrated thespians: “It’s important for me to be a part of the film in some way […] I would love to play the lead role, but it’s physically impossible.”

An ever-growing league of multi-hyphenate actor-directors have, however, been proving Shyamalan wrong. Aside from the obvious heavyweights in 20th-century cinema who juggled on and off-camera personae, the past decade has seen a staggering...

Jack Quaid stole our hearts away as the very lovable yet sometimes infuriating Hughie Campbell in The Boys. Time and again, he has established himself as an extremely capable actor. After all, he is half Dennis Quaid and half Meg Ryan! Speaking of the rom-com queen, almost a decade ago, the actress took a break from Hollywood to focus on herself and develop herself as a human being.

Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal in When Harry Met Sally (1989) | Credits: Columbia Pictures

She finally returned to business last year with What Happens Later, a rom-com that she not only starred in but also directed and wrote. And while she has been in a number of flicks since 1981, her role as Sally Albright in When Harry Met Sally, will always be a fan favorite. However, despite the fact that the rom-com holds a very iconic scene that made the world fall in love with her,...

The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures held its annual gala on Saturday night honoring Paul Mescal, Rita Moreno and Quentin Tarantino while raising over $11 million to support the exhibitions, education initiatives and public programming at the L.A. museum, which opened in 2021.

The fourth annual event, one of Hollywood’s most star-studded nights, was co-chaired by Dr. Eric Esrailian, Salma Hayek Pinault, Nicole Kidman, Eva Longoria and Tyler Perry. The night’s guest list ranged from Hollywood icons — Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, Meg Ryan, Joaquin Phoenix and Julia Louis-Dreyfus — to relative newcomers, including Anora‘s Mikey Madison, Queer‘s Drew Starkey, Babygirl‘s Harris Dickinson, recent Emmy winner Anna Sawai and Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story stars Cooper Koch and Nicholas Alexander Chavez.

There were also plenty of appearances from those who may land a spot among this year’s Oscar nominees, including Wicked‘s leads Ariana Grande...

Nora Ephron is a celebrated name in the world of hard-hitting, emotional rom-coms, and most of the director’s works have made it into the list of classics. One of those include the 1998 film You’ve Got Mail, which became an instant hit.

Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan’s chemistry and the moving storyline made the movie a fan favorite for fluff lovers. However, times have changed and a recent Reddit comment left no stone unturned to diss the movie. The commentator was especially miffed at the ending which showcased a happy reunion between the leads, even after the male lead’s deceptions.

You’ve got a biased ending: The problem with Hea Tom Hanks in The Green Mile | Credits: Warner Bros. Pictures

Tom Hanks established himself as a true performer through his dramatic performances in films like The Green Mile and Forrest Gump. However, the actor once ruled the world...

The life of a child actor can be a Faustian bargain. On the one hand, these kids get to play make-believe for hours at a time, and if their parents don't mess things up, make enough money in the process to secure their futures. On the other, without the maturity to handle the spotlight and all its temptations appropriately, things can go very wrong, especially if their childhood cuteness doesn't translate into adult charisma as they age out of the parts that made them successful.

Sometimes fans just won't let child stars grow up. Sometimes, it's just baggage that needs to be overcome, like when Brie Larson's child actor experience made her hesitant to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They might realize that they never should have played the roles they did, especially if they're R-rated. Not every child actor wants to keep acting either. For those who decide...

Top Gun is one of Hollywood’s finest projects to date and Tom Cruise certainly did a phenomenal job playing the character Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a U.S. Navy Naval Aviator Lieutenant. The 1986 release was more than just a movie based on what goes on in the Navy and it certainly wasn’t a warmonger type of storyline.

Tom Cruise as Pete “Maverick” Mitchell in Top Gun (1986) | Credits: Paramount Pictures

A lot went into Cruise’s rehearsal before taking on the role and some actors put themselves in character by directly approaching situations the stories are based on. There’s a lot of understanding and empathizing involved when it comes to taking up characters that portray a larger-than-life role. Cruise had an interesting approach that not many of us would’ve done if we were in the industry.

Tom Cruise spent nine months getting to know fighter pilots and learn about...

Conceived by Barbara Pyle and media mogul Ted Turner, Captain Planet was an ecological hero way ahead of his time. The animated series ran for years with some nifty design work by Neal Adams and his Continuity Associates. Each episode featured an adventure and a lesson (of course). It endeared itself to a generation of viewers and remained an enduring figure from the 1990s.

Now, Warner Home Entertainment has released Captain Planet the Complete Franchise, with 41 hours and 31 minutes of environmental goodness. For silly legal reasons, the show has two titles evenly split among its six seasons: Captain Planet and the Planeteers (animated by Dic) and The New Adventures of Captain Planet (animated by Hanna-Barbera) for the final three seasons.

Gaia, the spirit of Earth, was voiced by Whoopi Goldberg, who set the tone and standard for the entire series. She was accompanied by a voice cast that included Margot Kidder...

Tom Cruise’s affiliation with Scientology has raised numerous headlines over the years. Ever since the Church has come under intense public scrutiny for its controversies, Cruise’s association with the organization has been criticized by many fans. However, the Mission Impossible star admitted that Scientology is the primary reason for his highly successful career.

Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One | Credits: Paramount Pictures

The Church of Scientology attracted extensive media attention after multiple documentaries exposed several alleged dark secrets associated with the religion. Even ex-members like Leah Remini also came out to address the alleged negative impacts of the Church’s teachings.

Tom Cruise did not hesitate to thank Scientology for his career Tom Cruise in Jack Reacher: Never Go Back | Credits: Skydance

Tom Cruise, with his vast experience, fantastic filmography, and love for death-defying stunts in his films, amassed a gargantuan fanbase. With his acting skills and charismatic aura,...

Hollywood has seen a lot of happily-in-love couples get married after realizing they were perfect for each other through onscreen chemistry. One of these pairs was Meg Ryan and Dennis Quaid as well, both of whom decided to tie the knot after co-starring in two movies together. But like many other marriages, this pair couldn’t stay together for too long.

Meg Ryan and Dennis Quaid. | Credits: D.O.A./Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

That said, when they did split up, a lot of rumors started swirling around how the reason for their split was alleged infidelity, with Ryan’s affair with Russell Crowe catching serious limelight. However, as it turns out, the actress never left Quaid because of Crowe, nor did she ever blame him for breaking her marriage. Rather, it seemed like the blame was on her ex-husband himself.

Meg Ryan Reveals Russell Crowe Wasn’t Why...

Every now and then we come across stories of actors, their relationships, and the amount of turmoil or struggle they’ve had to deal with. Clearly, this shows people all over the world that things are never going to be smooth sailing, even if you’re wealthy enough to feed future generations of your bloodline.

Meg Ryan and Dennis Quaid in Innerspace | Credits: Warner Bros.

The relationship actors Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan shared was one instance that experienced a ton of issues before things fizzled out. Despite both individuals being some of the most successful actors in Hollywood during the 80s and 90s, their personal battles ultimately led to a messy divorce, and then the downfall of one of their careers.

Despite the tragic history, Dennis Quaid claims he regrets nothing from his marriage to Meg Ryan

Dennis Quaid witnessed a lot of success during the peak of his career,...

Few films have managed to do what Tom Cruise’s Top Gun: Maverick did. Even though Top Gun was released decades before the 2022 film came around, it managed to outshine the original’s success, not only earning an Academy Award nomination but also finding a timeless place in popular culture.

Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan in a still from When Harry Met Sally | Credit: Columbia Pictures

One of the main reasons for the project’s success was that it brought back actors who were key players in the 1986 film. With this, one cannot help but wonder why Meg Ryan wasn’t among them, even though it could have done a lot for both, the film, and her professional life.

During an interview, the director of the film, Joseph Kosinski, revealed the reason why some actors from the past weren’t brought back, and the answer is quite unfortunate for Ryan.

Meg Ryan is not here for Dennis Quaid riding the wave of their son Jack Quaid’s success, and it seems she’s had enough. The When Harry Met Sally star reportedly feels like Quaid is trying to steal the credit for Jack’s big break, but Ryan’s the one who actually made the key call to launch his career. Rumor has it she’s furious, reminding everyone that she was the one hustling behind the scenes, pitching Jack for roles while Quaid was more of a bystander.

Meg Ryan in a still from When Harry Met Sally | Nelson Entertainment

With Jack Quaid now climbing the Hollywood ladder, mom Meg isn’t letting anyone forget who was really in the driver’s seat. It’s a Hollywood family feud no one saw coming, but we’re here for the drama!

Meg Ryan Calls Out Dennis Quaid for Claiming Credit...

Dennis Quaid recently took the theatre by a storm with his autobiographical film, Reagan. The actor is one of the most celebrated Hollywood celebrities who established his credibility via a plethora of movies.

Quaid once attributed The Parent Trap as giving his career a second chance or a turnover. The hilarious family movie has since then been regarded as a classic, one which launched Lindsay Lohan too. However, despite its popularity the senior actor revealed he wasn’t interested in a sequel. The reason however is not with the movie itself rather it’s because one absent cast member.

In honor of the dearly departed

Dennis Quaid cemented his worth in Tinseltown by appearing in a wide range of films. The actor rose to fame with movies like Breaking Away, The Right Stuff, The Big Easy, Innerspace, and more. Recently, the actor once again appeared on the big screen but...

Did you binge all 10 episodes of Netflix’s too-short, rom-com series “Nobody Wants This” already? You’re not the only one.

After inhaling the Kristen Bell-Adam Brody series in one sitting, we have curated a list of romantic comedies that should satisfy your craving.

Our list of the top 10 movies to watch after “Nobody Wants This” covers the gamut from will-they-won’t-they to unlikely lovers to “just friends” tropes. Whether you want more of Brody and Bell or you just want to witness an undeniable onscreen spark, this list is for you.

Keep reading for the best rom-coms to watch after you’ve finished “Nobody Wants This,” and while we all wait for the show to be officially renewed for Season 2.

Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson in “How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days” (Credit: Paramount Pictures) How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

Kate Hudson...

The new Todd Phillips film is about a pair of Jokers and this week’s film quiz focuses on other movie duos.

They say it takes two to tango, but no one ever says it takes two to Tango And Cash. Why would they? Stupid thing to say. Anyway, October’s first big release Joker: Folie à Deux sees Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker joined by Lady Gaga’s Harley Quinn for an all-singing, all-dancing sequel – just don’t call it a musical! And as Warner Bros also announced the animated Robin movie Dynamic Duo earlier this week, we’re quizzing for two.

As always, there are three rounds and 30 questions in total. Once you’ve completed today’s film quiz, you’ll find a link to a separate post with the correct answers at the bottom of this post. This is just for fun, but please let us know how...

In Rob Reiner's classic 80s rom-com When Harry Met Sally, there's a moment where Billy Crystal's Harry asks Meg Ryan's Sally, "Don't you have a dark side?" And whilst in that film, as in so many others over the years, that question serves as the set-up for a Crystal comic zinger, in Sarah Thorp's upcoming Apple TV+ psychological thriller Before, it looks like we'll be seeing the iconic funnyman's own dark side for the first time. Here, Crystal plays Eli, a grieving child psychiatrist who develops an inexplicable bond with troubled patient Noah (Jacobi Jupe) — and if the first trailer's anything to go by, then it looks like things may be about to take a turn for the supernatural in Crystal's dramatic lead debut. Check it out:

Dead wife. Creepy farmhouse. Even creepier kid. And a dramatic rendition of 'You'll Never Walk Alone'? Monsters, Inc. this ain't.

Classics in Hollywood come in all shapes and sizes. Whether it is a sweet rom-com like You’ve Got Mail or a sci-fi genius like all of the older Star Wars films, the film industry is filled with projects that have stayed with fans over the years. Tom Hanks’ 1994 film Forrest Gump is one of them. You may call it an overnight success as the film was widely appreciated for more reasons than one and it did a number at the box office making a whopping $678 million.

Forrest Gump (1994) | Credits: Paramount Pictures

Clearly, it was an instant fan-favorite and has remained so in recent years as well. Despite the fact that the film has raised some concerns in today’s time, you can’t disagree that the nostalgia linked to it still makes people appreciate Robert Zemeckis’ work. However, there was a chance that Forrest Gump wouldn’t have come to...

Who doesn’t love a soap opera? Minute for minute this fantastic genre is packed with enough drama, emotion, surprise, and angst to fuel decades of daytime shows that cater to loyal fans.

The landscape has changed, with only a handful of soaps surviving whereas there once were tons. Most readers had a soap watching partner, usually an older female relative and watching their “story” together was a wonderful, daily bonding experience.

Soaps Have Changed

With so many soaps airing at one point in time, they provided a fertile training ground for some of today’s biggest, most beloved stars. Here are just a few of the world-famous actors who got their start in daytime.

Alison Sweeney Started On Days Of Our Lives

Allison Sweeney is a Hallmark favorite, but she began acting on Days of Our Lives as firecracker teenager Samantha “Sami” Brady. Sami set the fictional town of...

The stars are stepping out for the Loewe Fashion Show!

Daniel Craig and Rachel Weisz held hands as they arrived at the fashion show held during Paris Fashion Week on Friday (Sept. 27) in Paris, France.

The A-list couple joined stars including Ayo Edebiri, Taylor Russell, Gal Gadot, Drew Starkey, Dan Levy, Jeff Goldblum, and Meg Ryan inside the venue where designer Jonathan Anderson debuted Loewe‘s Womenswear Spring-Summer 2025 collection.

Following the show, we compiled photos of the stars in attendance so that you can see who was there and what they wore!

Keep reading to find out more…Keep scrolling to see the stars in attendance…

Aron Piper

Ayo Edebiri

Dan Levy

Daniel Craig & Rachel Weisz

Drew Starkey

Emily Ratajkowski & 3-year-old son Sylvester

Emma Mackey

Florence Hunt

Gal Gadot

Gemma Chan

Greta Lee

Jason Schwartzman

Jeff Goldblum & wife Emilie Livingston

Jennifer Gunning

Josh O’Connor

Karlie Kloss

Luca Guadagnino

Manu Rios...

Demi Moore is regarded as a pioneer for equal pay for the actresses in the industry. She became the first woman to be paid the highest salary for her role in Striptease, but this came with a huge con. After completing her unconventional role the actress was condemned and shamed for her choice.

Moore mentioned in several interviews that she dealt with a great deal of hate after that movie. Though she became the first actress to break through the invisible pay gap, her efforts were in vain. The media and people at that time felt betrayed and were harsh on the actress for her supposed indecent role.

The role that made Demi Moore Public Enemy No. 1

Demi Moore was a successful model before she transitioned into the acting industry. She started her onscreen career in 1981 with the soap opera General Hospital. Later she starred in movies like Ghost (1990), A Few Good Men...

Presumably because he can just sense Hollywood award shows the way that some dogs can detect earthquakes, Billy Crystal showed up at Sunday’s Emmys and presented the award for Outstanding Talk Series. The City Slickers star also took the opportunity to wax nostalgic about his first Tonight Show appearance, before calling out each nominated host for bailing on past dinner plans.

Prior to the event, Crystal hit the red carpet, and was asked by E! Live From the Red Carpet host Laverne Cox about When Harry Met Sally, the beloved 1989 romantic comedy in which Crystal and Meg Ryan play two best friends who eventually fall in love — likely because Harry’s sweater game just can’t be topped.

The whole thing ends with Harry running to meet Sally at a New Year’s Eve party where they express their true feelings for one another. And in the film’s final moments,...

Sean Penn and Tom Hanks have a few things in common. Both of them are American actors, have starred in countless breathtaking films, and both of them, being straight, have played a gay character in their respective careers which got them an Oscar each. For Sean Penn it was the 2008 biographical drama, Milk, and for Tom Hanks it was 1993’s legal drama film, Philadelphia.

Philadelphia (1993) | Credits: TriStar Pictures

While they both have similar experiences of playing a gay role, both actors came out with a different outlook on the whole thing. While Tom Hanks believes gay characters should be played by gay actors, Sean Penn indirectly counters his point of view calling it a tremendous overreach.

Tom Hanks on Philadelphia and Why It Can’t Happen Again Tom Hanks as Andrew Beckett | Credits: TriStar Pictures

Despite winning his first Oscar for Philadelphia, it looks like Tom Hanks wouldn’t play...

In recent years, Sydney Sweeney has quickly become a household name. Ever since her stint in HBO’s 2019 show, Euphoria, the actress has bagged numerous other roles. From rom-coms like Anyone But You to action-packed superhero films like Madame Web, she has done it all. However, during the filming of her latest project, Ron Howard’s Eden, the star admitted to feeling rather out of place amongst her well-known co-stars.

Sydney Sweeney in Anyone But You | Credits: Netflix

After all, the 27-year-old had grown up fawning over Jude Law, Ana de Armas, and Daniel Brühl. During the recent Toronto International Film Festival this year, Sweeney continued to give her fans some insight into her own feelings on set.

Sydney Sweeney felt out of place on the set of Eden

Sydney Sweeney might be Hollywood’s rising star. However, she too sometimes feels like her luck is just too good to be true.

Dennis Quaid and Meg Ryan tied the knot in 1991, before welcoming their son Jack Quaid a year later. In 2000, the couple divorced, but Dennis Quaid harbors no ill will about their years spent together as a couple.

Dennis Quaid – Hints Jealousy At Meg Ryan’s Rising Popularity Ruined Their Marriage

It takes a big man to admit that his emotions quite got away from him and ruined a beautiful thing that he had. During his interview on Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?, Dennis Quaid, 70, reflected on his marriage to fellow actress Meg Ryan and why that is still a beautiful thing to him to this day.

“When I met Meg, I was here as far as career thing, and she was here,” he said, using his hands to indicate how he was above Ryan in the popularity pool at the time. “And then it just [switched] like that,” he said,...

Sandra Bullock has starred in her fair share of iconic movies and projects throughout the years that she has worked in Hollywood. Speed, Miss Congeniality, and, While You Were Sleeping are some of her iconic works from the late 1990s to early 2000s.

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman in Practical Magic | Credits: Warner Bros

Finding fame by starring alongside Keanu Reeves in Speed, the actress went on to star in the 1995 rom-com While You Were Sleeping. The movie put the name of Sandra Bullock on the Hollywood map but she feels that she has to thank someone for it.

Sandra Bullock Got The Part Because Demi Moore Refused It

The story of the 1995 rom-com followed token collector Lucy who saves a passenger’s (called Peter) life from an oncoming train. Peter goes into a coma and his family misunderstands Lucy as his fiancee.

Sandra Bullock in a still from While You Were Sleeping...

Dennis Quaid is looking back at his previous marriage to Meg Ryan and sharing the best thing that came out of their relationship.

The Reagan actor was recently interviewed on Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?, where host Chris Wallace asked him if being in the spotlight — and being labeled one of “Hollywood’s golden couples” — impacted their relationship. The pair were married from 1991 to 2001.

“When I met Meg, I was here as far as career thing, and she was here,” Quaid recalled, holding one hand representing himself above his hand representing Ryan. “And then it just [switched] like that,” he added as he inverted his hand positions.

“I try to be a big person and tell myself that it didn’t bother me, but people are human,” Quaid said of his ex-wife’s rising popularity at the time. “She was ascending as I went into rehab.”

However, more than two...

Actor Michael Keaton has a diverse filmography to boast of. From superhero movies to comedies to dramas, he has dipped his toes in all different pools and come out successful. But did you know that Michael Keaton is not his real name? The actor was born as Michael Douglas, but since another actor by the same name was already in the Screen Actors Guild, Keaton had to change his to become a part of it.

Michael Keaton as Batman in The Flash | Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures

There was no fanfare in choosing his stage name. The actor looked at a phone directory and chose his stage name at random. But now, after decades in the industry, it seems like he wants to go back to his roots and adopt his real name alongside his stage name. But it’s not like Michael Keaton is the first person to forego his...

Acclaimed stars like Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan have long reigned as the poster children for effortless chemistry in Hollywood. Appearing together in films like Joe Versus the Volcano and Sleepless in Seattle, Hanks and Ryan needed no publicity stunt or fake affair to spark romance in the films that they starred in.

Tom Hanks and Meg Ran in Sleepless in Seattle | image: TriStar Pictures

Instead, appearing at the press tour for the 1998 romantic comedy You’ve Got Mail, Tom Hanks revealed the secret behind their magical rapport that resulted in a natural connection and flawless chemistry. It seems, unlike modern-day stars like Sydney Sweeney, who orchestrated a fake affair to attract audiences, the duo needed no sensationalist strategies for film promotion.

A Glimpse into Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan’s Chemistry Without Drama

When you think of classic on-screen pairings, Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan are hard to overlook. Appearing...

In the 1980s, Rob Lowe and Michael J. Fox used their celebrity status to draw attention to political causes. However, they likely didn’t expect their involvement in a star-studded environmental event to get them pulled over. The young actors were busted for smoking pot out of the open hatch of a Greyhound bus filled with a who’s who of famous faces.

Rob Lowe confessed his youthful misdeeds with Michael J. Fox

In an interview with Ted Danson for the podcast Where Everybody Knows Your Name With Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson (Sometimes), Rob Lowe confessed his youthful misdeeds. Lowe said the incident occurred when he and Michael J. Fox participated in a celebrity environmental rally.

Lowe, Fox, and other famous 1980s celebrities traveled on a Greyhound bus to promote a state measure to protect drinking water from toxic materials. At the same time, Lowe and Fox decided to...

Meg Ryan is enjoying a rare day out with her daughter.

The 62-year-old Sleepless in Seattle actress stepped out to do some shopping with daughter Daisy True Ryan on Wednesday (August 28) in New York City.

Meg wore a white T-shirt with black pants while Daisy, 20, wore a butterfly-print blouse with jeans as they stopped by a bookstore to get some new reads.

If you didn’t know, Meg adopted Daisy from China in 2006 when she was 2-years-old. Meg is also mom to son Jack Quaid, whom she shares with ex-husband Denis Quaid.

In an interview with Glamour in 2023, Meg opened up about her movie What Happens Later, which she starred in along with co-writing the screenplay. In the movie, Meg‘s character gave up a baby for adoption and believes that her child found loving parents.

“I put that in there because my daughter is my daughter,” Meg shared in her interview.

Russell Crowe’s portrayal of the brilliant but troubled mathematician John Nash in A Beautiful Mind was a career-defining performance. After the movie’s release and reception, Crowe catapulted to new heights of fame as it turned out to be both a commercial and a critical success.

Russel Crowe in A Beautiful Mind | Universal Pictures

Moreover, it won four Academy Awards and Crowe even secured a nomination for Best Actor. Bur, despite all these accolades what led the actor to feel a sense of relief after the filming ended? Crowe revealed more insights about the same in his recent appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience.

The Mental Toll on Russell Crowe Russel Crowe in A Beautiful Mind | Universal Pictures

Russel Crowe was aware of the complexity and challenges of playing John Nash even before he accepted the role. The Nobel Prize-winning mathematician lived with schizophrenia which the film showcases in a painful yet beautiful manner.

Emanuel Parvu’s Three Kilometers To The End Of The World took the Best Feature Film prize at the 30th Sarajevo Film Festival, which gave out its awards yesterday.

The Romanian film, which debuted in Competition in Cannes earlier this year, received the €16,000 prize, co-funded by the Tourism Association of Canton Sarajevo.

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Set in a conservative Danube Delta community, it follows a gay teenager’s journey of self-discovery, which clashes with the traditional values of his parents and neighbours.

Yorgos Zois won Best Director for Greece-Bulgaria-us co-production Arcadia, which is made...

Romanian film Three Kilometers to the End of the World, from director Emanuel Pârvu, won the Heart of Sarajevo prize on Friday for Best Feature Film at the 30th Sarajevo Film Festival. The film focuses on the violent attack on a 17-year-old boy and and the aftermath in his home village in the Danube Delta wetlands region in Romania.

“I can honestly say that I really want people, when they are leaving the cinema, to think about themselves,” Pârvu said. “I think that was my goal when I was shooting it. I wanted to make a movie where, at the end, I wanted you not to be happy, not to be sad, but to think very, very much about yourself and your decisions regarding the ones you love.”

Yorgos Zois was named Best Director for Arcadia, a Greek/Bulgarian/U.S. production. Anab Ahmed Ibrahim was tapped for Best Actress for Village Next to Paradise,...

While the main events at this year’s Sarajevo Film Festival have captured the spotlight — with films such as the Oscar-nominated Bosnian director Danis Tanović’s My Late Summer making its world premiere and Hollywood A-listers Alexander Payne, Meg Ryan and Paul Schrader on hand across the week — the wheels of business have been turning in the background.

The third edition of the Sff’s CineLink Producers’ Lab has gathered 15 Southern European producers with between two and five years of experience for an immersive program of industry training and networking. The goal of the program is to help the producers’ tackle the universal issues facing contemporary cinema while “equipping participants with the knowledge and understanding of digital supply chain changes and the ever-evolving landscape of film distribution.”

The Producers’ Lab is “aimed at stimulating personal and professional growth for film professionals in Southeast Europe,” according to organizers. “Under this umbrella,...

Romantic comedy icon Meg Ryan said she loves the challenges that directing a feature film offers up and that since stepping behind the camera for both 2015’s Ithaca and 2023’s What Happens Later, it’s helped her to look at acting in a different light.

“I understand acting I think more now because of that,” Ryan told an audience at the Sarajevo Film Festival. “I think, as an actor, you’re a soloist in an orchestra. You don’t see the big picture. Your one small job is to play your emotional instrument and know yourself well and be available to your feelings, you know, and to get out of your way and try not to be too intellectual about expressing them.”

Since being a director, said Ryan, she’s learned that “other actors I’ve worked with have a different process.”

Ryan spoke to a packed audience for a...

Rom-com queen Meg Ryan charmed a packed house during an appearance at the Sarajevo Film Festival on Tuesday, reprising some of her iconic roles in movies including “When Harry Met Sally” and “You’ve Got Mail” while also opening up about her life and career in the movie business since turning 60.

“I don’t look at the downside very often. I am the luckiest person you’re ever going to meet,” she said. “I don’t have feelings like I’m being denied anything. I have a charmed existence and I work with incredible people.”

Ryan is appearing at the Bosnian fest to receive a lifetime achievement award and to present her latest film, “What Happens Later,” a romantic comedy that she directed, wrote and executive produced, and in which she stars opposite David Duchovny as ex-lovers who find themselves stranded by a snowstorm.

She’s also presenting a special screening...

Meg Ryan discussed her directorial methods and relayed memories from films including Top Gun and When Harry Met Sally…, in a masterclass at Sarajevo Film Festival today.

“It’s a parental relationship,” said Ryan of the bond between director and actor. “Actors project whatever their relationship is with their own parents, or with authority, onto the director.”

Ryan returned to acting and directing last year with romantic comedy What Happens Later – her first role since 2015’s Ithaca, her directorial debut in which she also starred.

The 90-minute session was hosted by local Bosnian icon Danis Tanovic, with the pair agreeing...

The Sarajevo Film Festival kicked off its 30th year on August 12th, welcoming audiences to enjoy over 250 films from around the world. Now in its fourth decade, the annual event continues its mission of cultural exchange through film.

Since starting as a small three-day event during the Bosnian War in 1995, the festival has grown into a major international cinema showcase. This year’s iteration features 57 films competing for the “Heart of Sarajevo” award, considered one of the top prizes in the Southeast European film industry.

The opening night screened the world premiere of “Late Summer,” a co-production from five Balkan nations directed by Oscar winner Danis Tanovic. Top stars from Hollywood were also on hand to walk the red carpet at the National Theater, launching over a week of movies, talks and career development for local filmmakers.

One emphasis this year is documentaries, with 21 non-fiction works vying for awards out of 275 submissions.

There have always been concerns and mixed reactions when it comes to biopics, especially if the movie has any political narrative. Individual opinions of such impactful leaders can lead to a lot of backlash. Something similar is happening with actor Dennis Quaid.

In his upcoming biopic, Reagan, the actor is playing the role of the 40th President of the United States. This has sparked unease among the audience, who are worried about the nature and intent of the film. In the midst of this, speculations about the actor’s personal stance have led to him facing more backwash. But Quaid is not one to cower back; he remains firm in his opinions and does not fear being ‘canceled’.

A divided audience: Dennis Quaid on being ‘canceled’

His 2024 biopic features Dennis Quaid in the shoes of the famed President Ronald Reagan. The movie, not yet released, is already in fear of being boycotted by viewers.