Christopher Nolan is among the most celebrated movie directors of our time, having tapped into various genres throughout his fruitful career, from mind-bending neo-noir detective thrillers to space sci-fi operas to biography dramas and many others.
Funnily enough, despite his broad directing range, some people still recognize Nolan primarily for The Dark Knight trilogy, his sensational take on Batman’s story. But little did we know that the director didn’t even want to make its final installment at all!
Nolan Resents Third Movie Installments
While Christopher Nolan has always been vocal about not being interested in the superhero genre —- which is amusing coming from the man who created one of the best superhero adaptations ever — it wasn’t his general attitude to the genre that almost kept him from making The Dark Knight Rises. It was something rather weird.
Christopher Nolan… Doesn’t like third installments of movie franchises,...
Funnily enough, despite his broad directing range, some people still recognize Nolan primarily for The Dark Knight trilogy, his sensational take on Batman’s story. But little did we know that the director didn’t even want to make its final installment at all!
Nolan Resents Third Movie Installments
While Christopher Nolan has always been vocal about not being interested in the superhero genre —- which is amusing coming from the man who created one of the best superhero adaptations ever — it wasn’t his general attitude to the genre that almost kept him from making The Dark Knight Rises. It was something rather weird.
Christopher Nolan… Doesn’t like third installments of movie franchises,...
- 5/31/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Kevin Duffy’s The Farmhouse Murders stars Larry Hankin, Eric Roberts (The Dark Knight), Eliza Roberts (Animal House), Marlon Taylor (Stephen King’s It), Ben Heller (Stephen King’s It), and Sandy Johnson (Halloween). The Farmhouse Murders features music from Ted Poley, August Lee Geitner of Until I Wake, Kai Kaldro, Three Fourteen, …
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- 5/31/2024
- by Mike Joy
- Horror News
Al Pacino and Robert De Niro are two of the most prolific veteran actors currently working in Hollywood. The legends have won Oscars and have featured in multiple acclaimed films. They have also worked with legendary directors such as Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, Francis Ford Coppola, and more.
De Niro and Pacino have worked together on four films to date, with the last being The Irishman. Though they first featured in the film The Godfather – Part II, they never shared the screen as their roles were set in different periods. The first time they ever shared a screen was in Michael Mann’s cult classic film Heat.
Michael Mann Brought Together Al Pacino And Robert De Niro On Screen Robert De Niro and Al Pacino in The Irishman | Credits: Tribeca Productions/Sikelia Productions/Winkler Films/Netflix
Al Pacino and Robert De Niro have been featured together in four films to date.
De Niro and Pacino have worked together on four films to date, with the last being The Irishman. Though they first featured in the film The Godfather – Part II, they never shared the screen as their roles were set in different periods. The first time they ever shared a screen was in Michael Mann’s cult classic film Heat.
Michael Mann Brought Together Al Pacino And Robert De Niro On Screen Robert De Niro and Al Pacino in The Irishman | Credits: Tribeca Productions/Sikelia Productions/Winkler Films/Netflix
Al Pacino and Robert De Niro have been featured together in four films to date.
- 5/30/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
The transition from good to evil has fascinated writers for centuries. Forcing characters to dance on the line of morality has always intrigued audiences more than two-dimensional characters with simple moral compasses. The Marvel Cinematic Universe is well-known for administering such dilemmas to their viewers through the characters they make.
A still from The Avengers | Marvel Studios
Be it Kilmonger in Black Panther, Thanos’ noble motivations to wipe out half the universe, or the execution of the Punisher’s justice, it is difficult for fans to condemn some villains when their motivations are so complex. Despite this, there are a few characters that have stayed consistent over the years, even though the law would disagree.
Five of the main six Avengers have managed to always have a strong moral compass, ever since the 2011 film, and these traits have stayed consistent. However, it would seem that their actors have played parts that juxtapose their iconic roles.
A still from The Avengers | Marvel Studios
Be it Kilmonger in Black Panther, Thanos’ noble motivations to wipe out half the universe, or the execution of the Punisher’s justice, it is difficult for fans to condemn some villains when their motivations are so complex. Despite this, there are a few characters that have stayed consistent over the years, even though the law would disagree.
Five of the main six Avengers have managed to always have a strong moral compass, ever since the 2011 film, and these traits have stayed consistent. However, it would seem that their actors have played parts that juxtapose their iconic roles.
- 5/30/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Brie Larson may not be the most popular actress in a superhero suit around, but her advice to every actor who takes on such a role is noteworthy. Larson shared that she would reach out to these actors via email to give them insights into the training for the role and particularly costume advice. Handling a spandex is not an easy job as a superhero actor and Larson knows it enough to share her two cents on the matter.
Brie Larson in a still from Lesson in Chemistry (2023) | AppleTV+
It was one of the things that Christian Bale first talked to Ben Affleck while passing Batman’s baton to him. Bale suggested Affleck make sure that he could go to the toilet without the help of anyone, unlike him in The Dark Knight movies.
Brie Larson Gives Advice To Every Actor Taking On A Superhero Role Because It’s “Strange...
Brie Larson in a still from Lesson in Chemistry (2023) | AppleTV+
It was one of the things that Christian Bale first talked to Ben Affleck while passing Batman’s baton to him. Bale suggested Affleck make sure that he could go to the toilet without the help of anyone, unlike him in The Dark Knight movies.
Brie Larson Gives Advice To Every Actor Taking On A Superhero Role Because It’s “Strange...
- 5/30/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
In the world of superheroes, Spider-Man has had a special place in the hearts of fans worldwide. His agility, web-swinging powers, sixth sense, and relatable persona as Peter Parker have made him a beloved figure in the genre.
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 | Credit: Sony Pictures
While the superhero has excelled at apprehending the thugs and villains of New York, it appears improbable that he will gain an advantage over the adversaries of Gotham. Unlike Batman, whose very name strikes a feat in the hearts of criminals, the web-swinging superhero might find himself out of his depth in a world where darkness reigns supreme.
The Stark Difference Between Spider-Man and Batman’s Interrogation Techniques
There are many differences between Marvel and DC’s superheroes, as evident in the case of Spider-Man and Batman. While one gets his powers from the radio-active spider bite, it contrasts sharply with the Caped Crusader, who relies on his intellect,...
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 | Credit: Sony Pictures
While the superhero has excelled at apprehending the thugs and villains of New York, it appears improbable that he will gain an advantage over the adversaries of Gotham. Unlike Batman, whose very name strikes a feat in the hearts of criminals, the web-swinging superhero might find himself out of his depth in a world where darkness reigns supreme.
The Stark Difference Between Spider-Man and Batman’s Interrogation Techniques
There are many differences between Marvel and DC’s superheroes, as evident in the case of Spider-Man and Batman. While one gets his powers from the radio-active spider bite, it contrasts sharply with the Caped Crusader, who relies on his intellect,...
- 5/30/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
While Oppenheimer was Christopher Nolan’s first biographical drama to hit the big screens, this wasn’t the Oscar-winner’s first time penning a script surrounding a real-life figure. Before changing the superhero landscape with The Dark Knight, the director had plans to make a biopic about the American aerospace engineer Howard Hughes, for which he even wrote a script.
But as the story goes, Nolan’s passion project never materialized as before the director could make his pitch, Martin Scorsese was already working on Hughes’ biopic, The Aviator. However, it wasn’t all in vain for Nolan, as his experience working on the script for his Howard Hughes biopic came in handy while penning Oppenheimer.
The Unmade Biopic Made Christopher Nolan’s Experience Penning Oppenheimer Easier A still from The Aviator | Warner Bros.
Speaking of the unmade biopic, Christopher Nolan deemed his script for the canned project the best he’d ever written.
But as the story goes, Nolan’s passion project never materialized as before the director could make his pitch, Martin Scorsese was already working on Hughes’ biopic, The Aviator. However, it wasn’t all in vain for Nolan, as his experience working on the script for his Howard Hughes biopic came in handy while penning Oppenheimer.
The Unmade Biopic Made Christopher Nolan’s Experience Penning Oppenheimer Easier A still from The Aviator | Warner Bros.
Speaking of the unmade biopic, Christopher Nolan deemed his script for the canned project the best he’d ever written.
- 5/30/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Joel Pearlman has stepped down from his role as CEO of Roadshow Films.
Pearlman has been with Village Roadshow for three decades. During his tenure, he oversaw a diverse slate of titles from partners including Warner Bros, Lionsgate, Village Roadshow Pictures, A24, FilmNation, Made Up Stories, and Arenamedia. Some of his credits in Anz include Harry Potter, Lord Of The Rings, Hunger Games, and The Dark Knight franchises.
Village Roadshow today said Pearlman was also instrumental in securing “strong strategic partnerships” for Village Roadshow, such as its investment in independent production, financing, and distribution company FilmNation. Village Roadshow owns a 31.03% stake in the company.
“My time at Village Roadshow has been such a remarkable chapter in my life and it is a bittersweet decision to move on to a new adventure,” Pearlman said. “I am so grateful for the opportunity to have led this organization for many years and am...
Pearlman has been with Village Roadshow for three decades. During his tenure, he oversaw a diverse slate of titles from partners including Warner Bros, Lionsgate, Village Roadshow Pictures, A24, FilmNation, Made Up Stories, and Arenamedia. Some of his credits in Anz include Harry Potter, Lord Of The Rings, Hunger Games, and The Dark Knight franchises.
Village Roadshow today said Pearlman was also instrumental in securing “strong strategic partnerships” for Village Roadshow, such as its investment in independent production, financing, and distribution company FilmNation. Village Roadshow owns a 31.03% stake in the company.
“My time at Village Roadshow has been such a remarkable chapter in my life and it is a bittersweet decision to move on to a new adventure,” Pearlman said. “I am so grateful for the opportunity to have led this organization for many years and am...
- 5/30/2024
- by Zac Ntim
- Deadline Film + TV
Christopher and Jonathan Nolan aka the Nolan brothers have been an integral part of the movie industry for many years now. A director and a writer, they created 2008’s iconic The Dark Knight together, among other things — and according to Jonathan Nolan, it was that experience of working with his brother that helped him adapt Fallout. Otherwise, Prime Video’s latest sensation wouldn’t have existed now.
Fallout Creator Is Cautious with Big Franchises
At an FYC screening of Fallout’s first episode, Christopher Nolan interviewed his brother Jonathan about the new TV show.
He asked about his brother’s approach to adapting a massive and well-established franchise, specifically, a video game one, to small screens, and the writer admitted he was very self-conscious with it.
“There is room to do some writing in there. I think there’s always extraordinary respect for the Harry Potter films, for Lord of the Rings films…...
Fallout Creator Is Cautious with Big Franchises
At an FYC screening of Fallout’s first episode, Christopher Nolan interviewed his brother Jonathan about the new TV show.
He asked about his brother’s approach to adapting a massive and well-established franchise, specifically, a video game one, to small screens, and the writer admitted he was very self-conscious with it.
“There is room to do some writing in there. I think there’s always extraordinary respect for the Harry Potter films, for Lord of the Rings films…...
- 5/28/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Christopher Nolan’s brilliance as one of Hollywood’s most versatile filmmakers finally earned him a well-deserved Oscar this year for Oppenheimer. Having swept most of the awards in the season, the stage was well and truly set for Nolan to receive the prestigious golden statuette that has futher cemented his place as a Hollywood great.
Oscar winner Christopher Nolan (image credit: Brook Sphere/Wikimedia Commons)
In this towering biopic of the father of the atom bomb, the filmmaker tackled a key historical event of epic proportions that affected many lives in Japan. While the Japanese audience expectedly had very different reactions to the film when it released in their country, Nolan elaborated on his thought process behind making the movie.
Christopher Nolan’s Honest Take On The Atom Bomb May Not Be What Japan Wants To Hear
Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer was one of the marquee films of 2023 that...
Oscar winner Christopher Nolan (image credit: Brook Sphere/Wikimedia Commons)
In this towering biopic of the father of the atom bomb, the filmmaker tackled a key historical event of epic proportions that affected many lives in Japan. While the Japanese audience expectedly had very different reactions to the film when it released in their country, Nolan elaborated on his thought process behind making the movie.
Christopher Nolan’s Honest Take On The Atom Bomb May Not Be What Japan Wants To Hear
Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer was one of the marquee films of 2023 that...
- 5/28/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
After the success of Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, many fans are already anticipating the director’s next project. Unfortunately, producer Emma Thomas, his wife, has upsetting news. The filmmaker may take his time before he gets to produce another masterpiece.
Christopher Nolan on the set of Tenet / Warner Bros Pictures
It is evident that Nolan worked tremendously hard on Oppenheimer, and with that kind of massive production and award-winning storyline, he would need new creative inspiration to work on his next endeavor.
Christopher Nolan On His Next Hollywood Project
In an interview with Empire via Twitter, producer Emma Thomas revealed they have not started any new project nor thought of new concepts to bring to the screen.
I would say it’s very exciting. This is the moment where the possibilities are sort of limitless, we haven’t started thinking practicalities, or anything. Oppenheimer was so absurdly successful and we...
Christopher Nolan on the set of Tenet / Warner Bros Pictures
It is evident that Nolan worked tremendously hard on Oppenheimer, and with that kind of massive production and award-winning storyline, he would need new creative inspiration to work on his next endeavor.
Christopher Nolan On His Next Hollywood Project
In an interview with Empire via Twitter, producer Emma Thomas revealed they have not started any new project nor thought of new concepts to bring to the screen.
I would say it’s very exciting. This is the moment where the possibilities are sort of limitless, we haven’t started thinking practicalities, or anything. Oppenheimer was so absurdly successful and we...
- 5/28/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
Renowned for his innovative and often conceptually rich storytelling, Christopher Nolan has carved out a distinctive niche for himself by delivering visually stunning narratives on the big screen, specifically in IMAX format. Whether it is Interstellar, The Dark Knight trilogy, or the Oscar-winning blockbuster Oppenheimer, the filmmaker constructs cinematic worlds with minimal reliance on CGI, opting instead for practical methods to breathe life into his creations.
Christopher Nolan | Credit: HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
One cannot overlook the pivotal role played by high-resolution IMAX cameras, which have been integral to Nolan’s filmmaking journey since the 2010 superhero film, The Dark Knight. Reflecting on the resources at his disposal, Nolan addressed how they are not universally accessible to every filmmaker and how he takes it as a responsibility to utilize them most productively and creatively possible.
Christopher Nolan Reflected on Filmmaking Vision and Resource Utilization
In a conversation with Time Magazine, the...
Christopher Nolan | Credit: HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
One cannot overlook the pivotal role played by high-resolution IMAX cameras, which have been integral to Nolan’s filmmaking journey since the 2010 superhero film, The Dark Knight. Reflecting on the resources at his disposal, Nolan addressed how they are not universally accessible to every filmmaker and how he takes it as a responsibility to utilize them most productively and creatively possible.
Christopher Nolan Reflected on Filmmaking Vision and Resource Utilization
In a conversation with Time Magazine, the...
- 5/27/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
It comes as no surprise that Christopher Nolan, who directed films like Inception and Interstellar, was ahead of his time. From changing times to superhero movies, Nolan is regarded as one of the most esteemed directors in Hollywood, and rightfully so. His statements ring true even after 7 years!
Christopher Nolan on the sets of Dunkirk | HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
Right after creating and directing the 2017 film Dunkirk, Nolan sat for an interview to talk about his then-released film. During his talks, the director mentioned that times were changing. Well, his statements are indeed true since modern films are very different compared to the early 2000s or even 2010s!
Christopher Nolan Was Ahead of His Time!
Being a director known for creating some iconic movies like The Dark Knight, Interstellar, and, The Prestige, Christopher Nolan has been praised beyond measure. From scientific approaches to breakthroughs in physics, the director has taught...
Christopher Nolan on the sets of Dunkirk | HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
Right after creating and directing the 2017 film Dunkirk, Nolan sat for an interview to talk about his then-released film. During his talks, the director mentioned that times were changing. Well, his statements are indeed true since modern films are very different compared to the early 2000s or even 2010s!
Christopher Nolan Was Ahead of His Time!
Being a director known for creating some iconic movies like The Dark Knight, Interstellar, and, The Prestige, Christopher Nolan has been praised beyond measure. From scientific approaches to breakthroughs in physics, the director has taught...
- 5/27/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
When you think of the Star Wars films, George Lucas is the immediate name that comes to mind. The pioneering efforts of the genius filmmaker created a new cinematic revolution in Hollywood that is still seen as the benchmark for all aspiring sci-fi directors today.
Hollywood filmmaker George Lucas (image credit: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commmons)
But Lucas could well have had competition in this space if popular novelist and screenplay writer David Goyer had gone through with his original script for a Star Wars film. The Man of Steel writer who is also known for his work in other Marvel and DC films, had written a story which was to have been helmed by none other than Guillermo Del Toro, but failed to materialize.
Man Of Steel Writer Had A Star Wars Script That Did Not See The Light Of Day
Star Wars and George Lucas are two words that are synonymous with each other.
Hollywood filmmaker George Lucas (image credit: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commmons)
But Lucas could well have had competition in this space if popular novelist and screenplay writer David Goyer had gone through with his original script for a Star Wars film. The Man of Steel writer who is also known for his work in other Marvel and DC films, had written a story which was to have been helmed by none other than Guillermo Del Toro, but failed to materialize.
Man Of Steel Writer Had A Star Wars Script That Did Not See The Light Of Day
Star Wars and George Lucas are two words that are synonymous with each other.
- 5/27/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Can you believe it has been over two whole decades since we first encountered the perplexing tale of Leonard (Guy Pearce), the compelling Natalie (Carrie-Anne Moss), and the intricate structural puzzle that is Christopher Nolan’s groundbreaking film, Memento?
This masterpiece, a hallmark of neo-noir storytelling, isn’t just memorable for its narrative acrobatics; it marks the auspicious second film debut of Nolan in the major league of filmmakers. Just as Leonard used tattoos to etch pivotal clues onto his skin, Memento indelibly inked itself into our cultural consciousness.
Guy Pearce in a still from Memento | Summit Entertainment
With numerous accolades, including Oscar nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Film Editing, there’s no question that Memento is a fascinating subject for cinephiles. With the film’s commercial success, however, Nolan was surprised by the reception it received.
What Kept Christopher Nolan Confused About Memento
Twenty-four years ago, a...
This masterpiece, a hallmark of neo-noir storytelling, isn’t just memorable for its narrative acrobatics; it marks the auspicious second film debut of Nolan in the major league of filmmakers. Just as Leonard used tattoos to etch pivotal clues onto his skin, Memento indelibly inked itself into our cultural consciousness.
Guy Pearce in a still from Memento | Summit Entertainment
With numerous accolades, including Oscar nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Film Editing, there’s no question that Memento is a fascinating subject for cinephiles. With the film’s commercial success, however, Nolan was surprised by the reception it received.
What Kept Christopher Nolan Confused About Memento
Twenty-four years ago, a...
- 5/27/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
This post contains spoilers for "Metropolis" and Tim Burton's "Batman."
The colossal Gotham Cathedral, which stands more than 800 feet tall and towers over every other skyscraper in Gotham, is turned into a battleground towards the end of Tim Burton's "Batman." The director's distinct, often eccentric visual aesthetic directly informs the film's moody, noir-tinted visuals, the atypical camera angles and editing choices adding more palpable depth to the climactic Gotham Cathedral confrontation between Batman (Michael Keaton) and Joker (Jack Nicholson).
The cathedral's massive gargoyles, traditional symbols of warding off evil, take on new meaning as Joker toys with journalist Vicki Vale (Kim Basinger), who is forced to climb the rickety steps and play along with Joker's twisted game. There are many reasons why this scene feels singular — be it Batman stumbling over the pews and knocking them in his weakened, vulnerable state or the Joker dropping Vicki's shoe down the...
The colossal Gotham Cathedral, which stands more than 800 feet tall and towers over every other skyscraper in Gotham, is turned into a battleground towards the end of Tim Burton's "Batman." The director's distinct, often eccentric visual aesthetic directly informs the film's moody, noir-tinted visuals, the atypical camera angles and editing choices adding more palpable depth to the climactic Gotham Cathedral confrontation between Batman (Michael Keaton) and Joker (Jack Nicholson).
The cathedral's massive gargoyles, traditional symbols of warding off evil, take on new meaning as Joker toys with journalist Vicki Vale (Kim Basinger), who is forced to climb the rickety steps and play along with Joker's twisted game. There are many reasons why this scene feels singular — be it Batman stumbling over the pews and knocking them in his weakened, vulnerable state or the Joker dropping Vicki's shoe down the...
- 5/27/2024
- by Debopriyaa Dutta
- Slash Film
Despite a historically accurate reading of Hollywood’s storied past, great directors and filmmakers make it their business to break and set records with their career’s work. Christopher Nolan is invariably one such director who continues to defy the laws of physics in his films just as he manipulates the laws of human psychology when it comes to breaking box office records.
However, it is rare to find a combination of good filmmakers with complete artistic and creative taste who don’t eventually fall prey to the studio system. Return on investments and profit guides the business models of modern-day Hollywood and to keep making films, it becomes imperative that directors, creatives, and actors all fall in line with the company policy.
Christopher Nolan [Photo: Wikimedia Commons]As such, the audience of the 21st century’s cinematic era is blessed to have auteurs like Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve who...
However, it is rare to find a combination of good filmmakers with complete artistic and creative taste who don’t eventually fall prey to the studio system. Return on investments and profit guides the business models of modern-day Hollywood and to keep making films, it becomes imperative that directors, creatives, and actors all fall in line with the company policy.
Christopher Nolan [Photo: Wikimedia Commons]As such, the audience of the 21st century’s cinematic era is blessed to have auteurs like Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve who...
- 5/26/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Christopher Nolan and The Dark Knight Trilogy are two peas in a pod, and people know it quite well. Finding fame and love for giving the world Christian Bale’s Batman alongside Heath Ledger’s Joker, Nolan created a unique version of Batman that the world didn’t expect.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
With iconic and intriguing storylines across the trilogy and some heavenly music by Hans Zimmer, The Dark Knight Trilogy solidified Chris Nolan as a visionary director. Despite the praise that the film received, people seem to think that the fight sequences in the film… aren’t that great.
The Fight Scenes In Batman Begins Were Not That Great!
It was the year 2005 when veteran director Christopher Nolan released the first film of his iconic franchise titled Batman Begins. Starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne aka Batman and Liam Neeson as Ras-al Ghul,...
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
With iconic and intriguing storylines across the trilogy and some heavenly music by Hans Zimmer, The Dark Knight Trilogy solidified Chris Nolan as a visionary director. Despite the praise that the film received, people seem to think that the fight sequences in the film… aren’t that great.
The Fight Scenes In Batman Begins Were Not That Great!
It was the year 2005 when veteran director Christopher Nolan released the first film of his iconic franchise titled Batman Begins. Starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne aka Batman and Liam Neeson as Ras-al Ghul,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Have you ever found yourself questioning the future success of an up-and-coming star, only to be later delightfully proven wrong? That was precisely the case with The Dark Knight star Christian Bale, who, after watching Matt Damon’s performance in Robert Mandel’s School Ties, harbored doubts about the latter’s prospects in Hollywood.
In a candid GQ interview, Bale reflected on a time when his own career seemed to be in a lull, revealing how he wasn’t quite convinced that Damon, despite his evident talent, would achieve fame. For Bale, the realization came quickly, but just “three days” later, while watching Good Will Hunting, it led him to the undeniable conclusion: talent combined with perseverance is a force to be reckoned with!
Christian Bale in Batman Begins | Warner Bros.
Note that School Ties did launch the careers of many acclaimed actors working today, including Anthony Rapp, Brendan Fraser,...
In a candid GQ interview, Bale reflected on a time when his own career seemed to be in a lull, revealing how he wasn’t quite convinced that Damon, despite his evident talent, would achieve fame. For Bale, the realization came quickly, but just “three days” later, while watching Good Will Hunting, it led him to the undeniable conclusion: talent combined with perseverance is a force to be reckoned with!
Christian Bale in Batman Begins | Warner Bros.
Note that School Ties did launch the careers of many acclaimed actors working today, including Anthony Rapp, Brendan Fraser,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
While Christian Bale and Robert Pattinson may have their fair share of fans as Batman, for Jennifer Garner, there is no debate: Ben Affleck is the best superhero. The former couple first met on the set of Pearl Harbor, but it wasn’t until they starred in Daredevil together that their friendship blossomed into romance.
The chemistry between Affleck and Garner on screen was palpable, but it was their real-life connection that truly strengthened their status as a Hollywood power couple. From their fairytale wedding in 2005 to the birth of their three beautiful children, the ex-pair seemed to have it all.
Jennifer Garner as Elektra in Daredevil | 20th Century Fox
Sadly, they split up in 2015, and despite all of the amazing times they shared during their ten years of marriage, they ultimately decided to get a divorce in 2018.
A Decade of Dark Knights: Pattinson vs. Bale—Who Wears the Cowl Better?...
The chemistry between Affleck and Garner on screen was palpable, but it was their real-life connection that truly strengthened their status as a Hollywood power couple. From their fairytale wedding in 2005 to the birth of their three beautiful children, the ex-pair seemed to have it all.
Jennifer Garner as Elektra in Daredevil | 20th Century Fox
Sadly, they split up in 2015, and despite all of the amazing times they shared during their ten years of marriage, they ultimately decided to get a divorce in 2018.
A Decade of Dark Knights: Pattinson vs. Bale—Who Wears the Cowl Better?...
- 5/24/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
The Dark Knight trilogy saw Gary Oldman step into the role of a good guy. This was a change of pace for the actor, who was used to playing villains throughout his career.
But when he looked at Heath Ledger’s performance as The Joker, Oldman felt it wasn’t too unlike the characters he used to play himself in his younger years.
How Heath Ledger’s Joker could’ve been a ‘Gary Oldman’ role back in the day Heath Ledger | Robert Gauthier/ Getty Images
Out of all the roles he played, Oldman once admitted that he found portraying Commissioner Jim Gordon among his most difficult. Commissioner Gordon was as moral as they came in Christopher Nolan’s Batman series. But Oldman confided that playing someone so good was harder than it looked.
“The good guy, the incorruptible, straight as an arrow Jim Gordon,” Oldman once reflected on BBC Radio 1.
But when he looked at Heath Ledger’s performance as The Joker, Oldman felt it wasn’t too unlike the characters he used to play himself in his younger years.
How Heath Ledger’s Joker could’ve been a ‘Gary Oldman’ role back in the day Heath Ledger | Robert Gauthier/ Getty Images
Out of all the roles he played, Oldman once admitted that he found portraying Commissioner Jim Gordon among his most difficult. Commissioner Gordon was as moral as they came in Christopher Nolan’s Batman series. But Oldman confided that playing someone so good was harder than it looked.
“The good guy, the incorruptible, straight as an arrow Jim Gordon,” Oldman once reflected on BBC Radio 1.
- 5/24/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Kevin Conroy has portrayed Batman more often than anyone else, appearing in a variety of animated films, TV series, and, of course, video games. Part of what made the late actor so iconic was his distinctive way of delivering the richness of dynamic dialogue that became essential to the Batman character.
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
- 5/23/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Matt Damon was initially offered the role of Dicky Eklund in the 2010 film The Fighter. Damon revealed that while he found the subject interesting, the script was not great at the time. After David O. Russell joined the biographical sports drama, he rewrote the script. Christian Bale was cast in the role of Mark Wahlberg’s character’s brother, replacing Damon.
Matt Damon and Christian Bale in Ford v Ferrari | Chernin Entertainment
The Martian actor has no regrets about losing the role since Bale was phenomenal in the film. He even went on to win the Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Academy Awards next year. Damon joked that Bale owed his career post-2009 to him.
Matt Damon Passed On The Fighter Role, Which Won Christian Bale His Oscar Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale in a still from The Fighter | Paramount Pictures
Matt Damon and Christian Bale were...
Matt Damon and Christian Bale in Ford v Ferrari | Chernin Entertainment
The Martian actor has no regrets about losing the role since Bale was phenomenal in the film. He even went on to win the Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Academy Awards next year. Damon joked that Bale owed his career post-2009 to him.
Matt Damon Passed On The Fighter Role, Which Won Christian Bale His Oscar Mark Wahlberg and Christian Bale in a still from The Fighter | Paramount Pictures
Matt Damon and Christian Bale were...
- 5/23/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Fans of the DC superhero Batman have recently been looking for a hidden villain in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy. Starring Christian Bale as the Caped Crusader, the beloved film series introduced multiple adversaries of the superhero, from Scarecrow, The Joker, and Bane to the likes of Harvey Dent and Talia Al Ghul.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight | Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment
However, a new fan-made image has sparked speculation among fans, suggesting that the final installment in the trilogy might have included another villain, Deathstroke, with a CIA agent role, portrayed by the Irish actor Aidan Gillen in the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises.
Did Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises feature Deathstroke?
Each film in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy focuses on a Batman villain. Along with the lead antagonist, the filmmaker also utilized other Batman villains in the film series. And...
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight | Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment
However, a new fan-made image has sparked speculation among fans, suggesting that the final installment in the trilogy might have included another villain, Deathstroke, with a CIA agent role, portrayed by the Irish actor Aidan Gillen in the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises.
Did Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises feature Deathstroke?
Each film in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy focuses on a Batman villain. Along with the lead antagonist, the filmmaker also utilized other Batman villains in the film series. And...
- 5/23/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Last December, Gary Oldman surprised Harry Potter fans when he revealed how dissatisfied he is with one of his most famous performances: Sirius Black.
The Dark Knight Trilogy star first played the beloved J.K. Rowling creation in 2004's Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, delivering a madcap performance before reprising the role (and somewhat dialling it back) in the next two movies. Eventually, Oldman bid farewell to the character when Sirius died in battle during Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
Describing his work in the franchise as "mediocre," the screen icon said at the time, "Maybe if I had read the books like Alan [Rickman], if I had got ahead of the curve, if I had known what's coming, I honestly think I would have played it differently."
Oldman's comments generated a great deal of discussion among fans, with many quick to argue that his performance was anything but "mediocre.
The Dark Knight Trilogy star first played the beloved J.K. Rowling creation in 2004's Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, delivering a madcap performance before reprising the role (and somewhat dialling it back) in the next two movies. Eventually, Oldman bid farewell to the character when Sirius died in battle during Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
Describing his work in the franchise as "mediocre," the screen icon said at the time, "Maybe if I had read the books like Alan [Rickman], if I had got ahead of the curve, if I had known what's coming, I honestly think I would have played it differently."
Oldman's comments generated a great deal of discussion among fans, with many quick to argue that his performance was anything but "mediocre.
- 5/22/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
The crowd at Los Angeles’ DGA Theater was treated to two Nolans for the price of one on Tuesday night, as Christopher Nolan joined brother Jonathan Nolan for a For Your Consideration event in support of the latter’s Fallout series.
Jonathan executive produced the Prime Video show — based on the popular video game exploring a postapocalyptic Los Angeles — as well as directed three of the episodes. The Oppenheimer filmmaker brought Jonathan to the stage by introducing him as “my baby brother,” as the two dove into a wide-ranging chat that touched on their previous collaboration on The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises (which they co-wrote and Christopher directed).
Jonathan noted at one point that in forming a video game into a series, “I watched the way that you adapted Batman from comic books to film and I think the underlying idea was treated with respect, not to...
Jonathan executive produced the Prime Video show — based on the popular video game exploring a postapocalyptic Los Angeles — as well as directed three of the episodes. The Oppenheimer filmmaker brought Jonathan to the stage by introducing him as “my baby brother,” as the two dove into a wide-ranging chat that touched on their previous collaboration on The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises (which they co-wrote and Christopher directed).
Jonathan noted at one point that in forming a video game into a series, “I watched the way that you adapted Batman from comic books to film and I think the underlying idea was treated with respect, not to...
- 5/22/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hollywood star Gary Oldman recently reflected on his previous remarks about his performance in the Harry Potter franchise. The actor played the role of Sirius Black, the titular character’s godfather, starting with the 2004 film The Prisoner of Azkaban. Despite earning critical acclaim, he called his own performance in the franchise “mediocre,” arguing that it could have been much better if he had read J.K. Rowling’s original book series.
Gary Oldman as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter films | Credit: Warner Bros.
During a recent press conference at Cannes for his new film Parthenope, Oldman clarified his statements about his performance in the beloved franchise, as he said that he did not mean to offend anyone with his remarks.
Gary Oldman Clarified His Remarks About His Harry Potter Character
Speaking at a Cannes press conference, Gary Oldman was asked about his statement about his performance as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter franchise.
Gary Oldman as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter films | Credit: Warner Bros.
During a recent press conference at Cannes for his new film Parthenope, Oldman clarified his statements about his performance in the beloved franchise, as he said that he did not mean to offend anyone with his remarks.
Gary Oldman Clarified His Remarks About His Harry Potter Character
Speaking at a Cannes press conference, Gary Oldman was asked about his statement about his performance as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter franchise.
- 5/22/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Morgan Freeman revealed the most frustrating moment of his career and it also happened to be his career’s biggest regret. Freeman’s career took off with his Oscar-winning film Driving Miss Daisy. Before the role happened, Freeman wanted to play one particular character in a book-based movie and approached Miloš Forman, the director, to convince him to cast him.
Morgan Freeman and Jessica Tandy in a still from Driving Miss Daisy | The Zanuck Company
The Dark Knight actor didn’t get the job in Forman’s Ragtime. While the film wasn’t Forman’s best, Freeman was touched by the source material and wanted to play the African-American pianist in the film.
Morgan Freeman’s Biggest Regret Is Losing A Role In A Veteran Director’s Film
Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins in The Shawshank Redemption | Castle Rock Entertainment
Morgan Freeman has been a remarkable presence in supporting roles in Hollywood.
Morgan Freeman and Jessica Tandy in a still from Driving Miss Daisy | The Zanuck Company
The Dark Knight actor didn’t get the job in Forman’s Ragtime. While the film wasn’t Forman’s best, Freeman was touched by the source material and wanted to play the African-American pianist in the film.
Morgan Freeman’s Biggest Regret Is Losing A Role In A Veteran Director’s Film
Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins in The Shawshank Redemption | Castle Rock Entertainment
Morgan Freeman has been a remarkable presence in supporting roles in Hollywood.
- 5/22/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Neither used the word “bro” and there was zero talk about any sibling rivalry or late-night phone calls about their respective work woes, but Emmy voters who wanted to learn more about Amazon’s Fallout were treated Tuesday to an interview with Executive Producer Jonathan Nolan by his Oscar-winning sibling, Christopher.
Jonathan Nolan — who was introduced by the Oppenheimer director as “my baby brother” — talked about directing the drama based on a post-apocalyptic video game and how the role of the Ghoul was specifically written for Walton Goggins. But the 40-minute conversation at the DGA Theater also offered some insight into how the siblings collaborate and routinely inspire one another.
“The exciting thing for me with this project was knowing that we needed showrunners to carry the story forward,” Jonathan Nolan told his brother about creators Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner. “I thought there was an opportunity for me to...
Jonathan Nolan — who was introduced by the Oppenheimer director as “my baby brother” — talked about directing the drama based on a post-apocalyptic video game and how the role of the Ghoul was specifically written for Walton Goggins. But the 40-minute conversation at the DGA Theater also offered some insight into how the siblings collaborate and routinely inspire one another.
“The exciting thing for me with this project was knowing that we needed showrunners to carry the story forward,” Jonathan Nolan told his brother about creators Geneva Robertson-Dworet and Graham Wagner. “I thought there was an opportunity for me to...
- 5/22/2024
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Renowned for his visionary filmmaking, Christopher Nolan has established a strong working relationship with a select group of actors, including Christian Bale, Cillian Murphy, and Michael Caine, who has starred in every Nolan film since Batman Begins, including The Dark Knight Trilogy, Inception, The Prestige, Interstellar, and Tanet, along with an uncredited cameo in Dunkirk.
Christian Bale, Michael Caine, and Christopher Nolan on the set of The Dark Knight | Credit: IMDb
His seamless presence in these movies has been so remarkable that when Caine declined to star in Oppenheimer, the filmmaker turned to an ensemble of Hollywood heavyweights to fill the void left by his most frequent collaborator.
Michael Caine Declined Christopher Nolan’s Offer to Star in Oppenheimer
Michael Caine has been the most frequent collaborator of Christopher Nolan, having worked together on seven films since their first movie together Batman Begins. However, their long-standing partnership was interrupted by the 2023 Oscar-winning film,...
Christian Bale, Michael Caine, and Christopher Nolan on the set of The Dark Knight | Credit: IMDb
His seamless presence in these movies has been so remarkable that when Caine declined to star in Oppenheimer, the filmmaker turned to an ensemble of Hollywood heavyweights to fill the void left by his most frequent collaborator.
Michael Caine Declined Christopher Nolan’s Offer to Star in Oppenheimer
Michael Caine has been the most frequent collaborator of Christopher Nolan, having worked together on seven films since their first movie together Batman Begins. However, their long-standing partnership was interrupted by the 2023 Oscar-winning film,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Exclusive: Aaron Eckhart and Devon Sawa are teaming with director Jesse V. Johnson for Thieves Highway.
Red Sea Media is handling foreign sales here at the Marche du Film in Cannes.
Travis Mills’ penned the crime thriller which Corey Large (One Ranger) is producing through his 308 Enterprises banner.
EPs are Kirk Shaw, Jordan Nott and Jon Keeyes (White Elephant). BondIt Media Capital and Pink 308 will finance the feature.
Eckhart plays an Oklahoma Stock Detective in over his head in the Breaking Bad world of modern cattle rustling. Eckhart and Johnson previously collaborated on Vertical’s Chief of Station which is currently in theaters and streaming.
Ex-stuntman, Johnson says, “Thieves Highway is a passion project, for Aaron and me. We spent a lot of time developing Travis Mills’ script, embracing factual anecdotes and actual characters...
Red Sea Media is handling foreign sales here at the Marche du Film in Cannes.
Travis Mills’ penned the crime thriller which Corey Large (One Ranger) is producing through his 308 Enterprises banner.
EPs are Kirk Shaw, Jordan Nott and Jon Keeyes (White Elephant). BondIt Media Capital and Pink 308 will finance the feature.
Eckhart plays an Oklahoma Stock Detective in over his head in the Breaking Bad world of modern cattle rustling. Eckhart and Johnson previously collaborated on Vertical’s Chief of Station which is currently in theaters and streaming.
Ex-stuntman, Johnson says, “Thieves Highway is a passion project, for Aaron and me. We spent a lot of time developing Travis Mills’ script, embracing factual anecdotes and actual characters...
- 5/20/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Dolph Lundgren (Creed II), Michael Jai White (The Dark Knight) and Charlotte Kirk (The Reckoning) have been cast in the action thriller Fight Or Flight with Shane Dax Taylor (The Christmas Classic) set to direct, and Scott Martin and Michael Slifkin (The Best Man) producing for Archstone.
Archstone is handling international sales in Cannes while Saban pre-bought North American rights in a deal done with BondIt Media Capital CEO Matthew Helderman who is exec producer and financier.
The synopsis reads: “Sam Hayden as an assassin of assassins, completing every assignment – no matter how dangerous with ruthless precision. Sam’s next assignment is to take out his legendarily ruthless predecessor, Charles Managold (Dolph Lundgren), who has fallen for his beautiful exotic mark and is now on the run with her. Sam is cold, professional and there is nothing that could sway him from his missing, not even the love of his life,...
Archstone is handling international sales in Cannes while Saban pre-bought North American rights in a deal done with BondIt Media Capital CEO Matthew Helderman who is exec producer and financier.
The synopsis reads: “Sam Hayden as an assassin of assassins, completing every assignment – no matter how dangerous with ruthless precision. Sam’s next assignment is to take out his legendarily ruthless predecessor, Charles Managold (Dolph Lundgren), who has fallen for his beautiful exotic mark and is now on the run with her. Sam is cold, professional and there is nothing that could sway him from his missing, not even the love of his life,...
- 5/20/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV
Christian Bale is known throughout the Hollywood industry for his adaptability to characters. As a method actor, he takes every role that comes his way and magnifies the significance of the character through his depiction. His skills as an actor have always been enough to mesmerize the audience regardless of the film’s success. Having done so many films, his range incorporates some of the most contrasting characters.
Christian Bale in Ford v Ferrari | Credit: 20th Century Studios/ Walt Disney Studios
Bale can play a hero and he can play a villain just as wonderfully. The power he holds as an actor because of his performance is one that helps many fans also resonate with the various personalities he plays. Despite it all, there was one character he portrayed whose description caught him off guard. Primarily because James Mangold thought the character was exactly like Bale. Ironically enough, the role...
Christian Bale in Ford v Ferrari | Credit: 20th Century Studios/ Walt Disney Studios
Bale can play a hero and he can play a villain just as wonderfully. The power he holds as an actor because of his performance is one that helps many fans also resonate with the various personalities he plays. Despite it all, there was one character he portrayed whose description caught him off guard. Primarily because James Mangold thought the character was exactly like Bale. Ironically enough, the role...
- 5/20/2024
- by Adya Godboley
- FandomWire
Todd Phillips may be blessed with a keen eye when it comes to cinema but his comments on Christopher Nolan’s universally recognized classic, the Dark Knight trilogy, is a scarily contentious opinion. But as sacred as Christian Bale’s DC outing may have been, there exists a limitation to the height of the pedestal that one is allowed to be raised to.
Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures]With the passage of time, it may have become easier to cope with the withdrawal of Christopher Nolan’s masterpiece. However, it is with loyalty, dedication, and love that the audience time and again returns to the Dark Knight trilogy. This shows not only an instinctive pull towards the series but also an admiration unmarred by time or repeated watching.
The Spirituality of Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight Trilogy
It’s not every day that one can claim to live through the golden era of DC.
Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures]With the passage of time, it may have become easier to cope with the withdrawal of Christopher Nolan’s masterpiece. However, it is with loyalty, dedication, and love that the audience time and again returns to the Dark Knight trilogy. This shows not only an instinctive pull towards the series but also an admiration unmarred by time or repeated watching.
The Spirituality of Christopher Nolan’s Dark Knight Trilogy
It’s not every day that one can claim to live through the golden era of DC.
- 5/20/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Superhero movies are more popular than ever, even though many high-profile directors and actors often criticize them for lacking artistic value. In reality, most viewers aren’t seeking deep artistic experiences when picking a movie; they’re looking for entertainment.
This is clearly reflected in our next list. Over 30,000 fans on Ranker voted for their favorite superhero movies of all time. The list features plenty of action, comedy, and all the expected favorites. Let’s find out which movie received the most votes.
10. ‘Deadpool’ (2016)
The first ‘Deadpool’ movie garnered massive attention for several reasons. It stood out from typical superhero films with its blend of action, comedy, and irreverence. The R-rating allowed for a mature and unrestricted portrayal, resonating well with adult audiences. Ryan Reynolds’ performance as Deadpool was widely praised, with many fans feeling he was born for the role.
Despite its edgy humor, ‘Deadpool’ was highly regarded, securing...
This is clearly reflected in our next list. Over 30,000 fans on Ranker voted for their favorite superhero movies of all time. The list features plenty of action, comedy, and all the expected favorites. Let’s find out which movie received the most votes.
10. ‘Deadpool’ (2016)
The first ‘Deadpool’ movie garnered massive attention for several reasons. It stood out from typical superhero films with its blend of action, comedy, and irreverence. The R-rating allowed for a mature and unrestricted portrayal, resonating well with adult audiences. Ryan Reynolds’ performance as Deadpool was widely praised, with many fans feeling he was born for the role.
Despite its edgy humor, ‘Deadpool’ was highly regarded, securing...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Superhero movies are more popular than ever nowadays, despite plenty of high-end directors and actors mocking them and finding little artistic value in them. Honestly, most people are not looking for artistic value when choosing their next flick to watch, they are looking to be entertained.
Our next list reflects that perfectly. Fans gathered on Ranker, and more than 30 thousand fans voted for their favorite superhero movie of all time. The list has plenty of action, comedy, and exactly the movies you would expect. Let’s see which movie scored the most votes.
10. ‘Deadpool’ (2016)
The first ‘Deadpool’ movie gained massive attention for several reasons. First, it was a departure from typical superhero movies, featuring action, comedy, and irreverence. The film’s R-rating allowed for a more mature and unrestricted portrayal of the character being more in tune with what the adults wanted. Ryan Reynolds’ portrayal of Deadpool was widely praised...
Our next list reflects that perfectly. Fans gathered on Ranker, and more than 30 thousand fans voted for their favorite superhero movie of all time. The list has plenty of action, comedy, and exactly the movies you would expect. Let’s see which movie scored the most votes.
10. ‘Deadpool’ (2016)
The first ‘Deadpool’ movie gained massive attention for several reasons. First, it was a departure from typical superhero movies, featuring action, comedy, and irreverence. The film’s R-rating allowed for a more mature and unrestricted portrayal of the character being more in tune with what the adults wanted. Ryan Reynolds’ portrayal of Deadpool was widely praised...
- 5/20/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Comic Basics
Christopher Nolan kicked off his Dark Knight trilogy with 2005’s Batman Begins. The film delved into the origins of Bruce Wayne as a child, confronting his fears and slowly growing up to be the vigilante we know as Batman. The trilogy became the most celebrated superhero trilogies of all time, exploring the characters’ eccentricities in a grounded and nuanced way.
Batman faces off against Bane in The Dark Knight Rises
By the time The Dark Knight Rises rolled around, the character had suffered a great loss and had become a recluse. A disillusioned Bruce Wayne was thrown into an underground prison by Bane. Instead of Nolan, his brother Jonathan Nolan came up with this interesting idea that harkened back to the first film where a young Bruce Wayne fell into a well.
The Symbolic Open-Air Prison in The Dark Knight Rises Was Jonathan Nolan’s Idea
Bruce Wayne’s escape...
Batman faces off against Bane in The Dark Knight Rises
By the time The Dark Knight Rises rolled around, the character had suffered a great loss and had become a recluse. A disillusioned Bruce Wayne was thrown into an underground prison by Bane. Instead of Nolan, his brother Jonathan Nolan came up with this interesting idea that harkened back to the first film where a young Bruce Wayne fell into a well.
The Symbolic Open-Air Prison in The Dark Knight Rises Was Jonathan Nolan’s Idea
Bruce Wayne’s escape...
- 5/20/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
10. The Good, the Bad and the Ugly (1967)
With the backdrop of the Civil War, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly is already pretty epic by default — but it only gets better. Three bounty hunters have to forge an uneasy alliance to find stolen gold before their competitor does, but they don’t trust each other and anyone else. High stakes, high tension, and pure adrenaline.
You can watch The Good, the Bad and the Ugly on Apple TV and Prime Video.
9. The Godfather (1972)
The first movie in Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic trilogy, The Godfather is often dubbed the best gangster movie in history, and that might just be right. Post-wwii America is still largely ruled by the mafia, and the wise and cunning Godfather leads one of them through tumultuous times as he prepares a transfer of power in the family.
You can watch The Godfather on Netflix and Prime Video.
With the backdrop of the Civil War, The Good, the Bad and the Ugly is already pretty epic by default — but it only gets better. Three bounty hunters have to forge an uneasy alliance to find stolen gold before their competitor does, but they don’t trust each other and anyone else. High stakes, high tension, and pure adrenaline.
You can watch The Good, the Bad and the Ugly on Apple TV and Prime Video.
9. The Godfather (1972)
The first movie in Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic trilogy, The Godfather is often dubbed the best gangster movie in history, and that might just be right. Post-wwii America is still largely ruled by the mafia, and the wise and cunning Godfather leads one of them through tumultuous times as he prepares a transfer of power in the family.
You can watch The Godfather on Netflix and Prime Video.
- 5/19/2024
- by dean-black@startefacts.com (Dean Black)
- STartefacts.com
Christian Bale has established himself as a bonafide movie star as he has done numerous films that have made him one of the biggest names in the film industry. Throughout his prolific career, Bale has done films in different genres to showcase his versatility as an actor. Empire of the Sun, The Machinist, American Psycho, and The Dark Knight Trilogy, are just a few films that he has featured in.
Christian Bale. Credits: Siebbi/ Wikimedia Commons
Needless to say, the Little Women actor has extensive film knowledge and he enjoys watching films and TV Series that pique his interest. However, he surprised the world during one of his interviews where he opened up about how he has no interest in Robert Pattinson’s fantasy film series, The Twilight Saga.
Christian Bale Is Least Bothered About The Twilight Saga’s Existence
Back in the day, The Twilight Saga was a big pop culture phenomenon,...
Christian Bale. Credits: Siebbi/ Wikimedia Commons
Needless to say, the Little Women actor has extensive film knowledge and he enjoys watching films and TV Series that pique his interest. However, he surprised the world during one of his interviews where he opened up about how he has no interest in Robert Pattinson’s fantasy film series, The Twilight Saga.
Christian Bale Is Least Bothered About The Twilight Saga’s Existence
Back in the day, The Twilight Saga was a big pop culture phenomenon,...
- 5/19/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
During his DC reign, Zack Snyder’s rather abrupt departure left many questioning if he’d ever return. Despite whispers of unfinished business, Snyder declared that the chapter was closed. Yet, amidst the uncertainty, it seems that one thread persists, the siren call of The Dark Knight Returns. The tale resonates with Snyder so much that he is ready to jump back in to adapt this to the big screens if DC ever calls him up.
Zack Snyder wanted to adapt Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns to the big screen | Credit: DC Comics
Though Snyder remains adamant that the chapter is done for, there’s a glimmer of possibility. Should his dear friend James Gunn extend an offer, particularly one involving the adaptation of Frank Miller’s iconic work, Snyder might just find himself drawn back into the fold, ready to reignite the Bat-signal once more.
The Dark Knight...
Zack Snyder wanted to adapt Frank Miller’s The Dark Knight Returns to the big screen | Credit: DC Comics
Though Snyder remains adamant that the chapter is done for, there’s a glimmer of possibility. Should his dear friend James Gunn extend an offer, particularly one involving the adaptation of Frank Miller’s iconic work, Snyder might just find himself drawn back into the fold, ready to reignite the Bat-signal once more.
The Dark Knight...
- 5/18/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Watching movies on the big screen is an indulgence these days. Everyone prefers sitting in their homes, opening Netflix or Prime or any other streaming site, and watching whatever they feel like. But seems like viewers will have to indulge a little more than usual if they want to experience movies and not just watch them. Just ask Christopher Nolan, and he can tell you all about the IMAX experience.
Christopher Nolan and Cillian Murphy on the sets of Oppenheimer
And now, others are looking to emulate the same in their movie-making. In their 2025 slate, IMAX will be releasing no less than 14 movies in their “filmed for IMAX” format. And out of these 14, 5 of them are superhero flicks from both Dcu and the MCU. Looks like it will be less of Netflix and more of IMAX for next year.
Audiences Will Enjoy 5 Superhero Movies “filmed for IMAX” in 2025
The “filmed...
Christopher Nolan and Cillian Murphy on the sets of Oppenheimer
And now, others are looking to emulate the same in their movie-making. In their 2025 slate, IMAX will be releasing no less than 14 movies in their “filmed for IMAX” format. And out of these 14, 5 of them are superhero flicks from both Dcu and the MCU. Looks like it will be less of Netflix and more of IMAX for next year.
Audiences Will Enjoy 5 Superhero Movies “filmed for IMAX” in 2025
The “filmed...
- 5/18/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Aaron Eckhart is set to return to the “Muzzle” universe in action thriller “Muzzle: City of Wolves.”
The actioner marks the sequel to “Muzzle” and will be directed by John Stalberg Jr. (Lionsgate’s “Crypto”), who also directed the first installment. Jacob Michael King (“Caviar”) wrote the script from a story by Carlyle Eubank (“The Signal”) and Stalberg Jr.
Highland Film Group is handling international rights and introducing “Muzzle: City of Wolves” to buyers at the Marché du Film.
In “Muzzle: City of Wolves,” Jake Rosser (Eckhart), haunted by Ptsd from his days as a K-9 officer, endeavors to lead a peaceful life with his family and retired K-9 companion, Socks. But the tranquility quickly dissolves when a ruthless gang targets them in a brutal attack. Determined to protect his loved ones, Jake and his new K-9 partner Argos delve into a violent underbelly of crime where Jake confronts corrupt officials,...
The actioner marks the sequel to “Muzzle” and will be directed by John Stalberg Jr. (Lionsgate’s “Crypto”), who also directed the first installment. Jacob Michael King (“Caviar”) wrote the script from a story by Carlyle Eubank (“The Signal”) and Stalberg Jr.
Highland Film Group is handling international rights and introducing “Muzzle: City of Wolves” to buyers at the Marché du Film.
In “Muzzle: City of Wolves,” Jake Rosser (Eckhart), haunted by Ptsd from his days as a K-9 officer, endeavors to lead a peaceful life with his family and retired K-9 companion, Socks. But the tranquility quickly dissolves when a ruthless gang targets them in a brutal attack. Determined to protect his loved ones, Jake and his new K-9 partner Argos delve into a violent underbelly of crime where Jake confronts corrupt officials,...
- 5/18/2024
- by Alex Ritman
- Variety Film + TV
The blockbuster franchises are showing signs of serious wear and tear, so why don’t the studios take on newer worlds created by the likes of Christopher Nolan and Alex Garland?
Some of the greatest genre movies of all time are sequels. Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back; Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan; The Godfather Part II; The Dark Knight; Police Academy 7: Mission to Moscow. Ok, maybe not that last one, but you get the idea. There is absolutely no reason that lightning can’t strike twice, or even three, four, five, six times, if the will and creative verve are in place.
And yet there is also a law of diminishing returns. This week Planet of the Apes writer-producer team Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver revealed that they are planning another five films in the dystopian sci-fi series, after the barnstorming box office and critical success...
Some of the greatest genre movies of all time are sequels. Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back; Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan; The Godfather Part II; The Dark Knight; Police Academy 7: Mission to Moscow. Ok, maybe not that last one, but you get the idea. There is absolutely no reason that lightning can’t strike twice, or even three, four, five, six times, if the will and creative verve are in place.
And yet there is also a law of diminishing returns. This week Planet of the Apes writer-producer team Rick Jaffa and Amanda Silver revealed that they are planning another five films in the dystopian sci-fi series, after the barnstorming box office and critical success...
- 5/17/2024
- by Ben Child
- The Guardian - Film News
Shia Labeouf is an iconic actor who has had a certain aura of controversy around him ever since starring in Transformers. From various reports and rumors, Labeouf has certain behaviors that are problematic for his co-stars and film crews but one film takes the cake.
Shia Labeouf in The Peanut Butter Falcon
Having quite a plethora of movies to his name, Labeouf found worldwide fame when he portrayed the role of Sam Whitwicky in Michael Bay’s 2007 film Transformers. After leaving the franchise, the actor explored other projects until he was cast in the 2014 film Fury.
Shia Labeouf Is Definitely Not A Method Actor
Starring alongside Jon Bernthal, Brad Pitt, and, Logan Lerman, Labeouf portrayed the role of Boyd ‘Bible’ Swan in David Ayer’s 2014 film, Fury. Being an iconic film based on the historical war in 1945 Germany, Shia Labeouf portrayed the character beautifully.
Shia Labeouf in a still from...
Shia Labeouf in The Peanut Butter Falcon
Having quite a plethora of movies to his name, Labeouf found worldwide fame when he portrayed the role of Sam Whitwicky in Michael Bay’s 2007 film Transformers. After leaving the franchise, the actor explored other projects until he was cast in the 2014 film Fury.
Shia Labeouf Is Definitely Not A Method Actor
Starring alongside Jon Bernthal, Brad Pitt, and, Logan Lerman, Labeouf portrayed the role of Boyd ‘Bible’ Swan in David Ayer’s 2014 film, Fury. Being an iconic film based on the historical war in 1945 Germany, Shia Labeouf portrayed the character beautifully.
Shia Labeouf in a still from...
- 5/16/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
While 3D cinema had come and gone in popularity, one premium screen that was made popular by Christopher Nolan’s attempt to use the technology is IMAX. Originally, the special cameras and format were meant for nature & science documentaries. The picture quality was unlike any that was seen before in order to capture the immense detail in every facet of the natural life on Earth. Then, Nolan had taken to using it for his blockbuster sequel, The Dark Knight, and crews of camera operators and projectionists would have to learn to utilize the practice for general audience movies.
The format has since taken off and has become a more luxurious and immersive way to watch a movie. This is especially if the film were a special effects-laden narrative that aims to take you on a journey onto a bigger plane. The practice has become more and more common in Hollywood with their big movies,...
The format has since taken off and has become a more luxurious and immersive way to watch a movie. This is especially if the film were a special effects-laden narrative that aims to take you on a journey onto a bigger plane. The practice has become more and more common in Hollywood with their big movies,...
- 5/16/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Meryl Streep has been one of the most prolific actresses working in Hollywood. The actress has often been regarded as one of the best of all time and has won three Academy Awards and eight Golden Globe Awards to prove it. The actress also has a record 21 nominations for the Oscars and has featured in multiple successful films and shows.
One of her most beloved films is the musical Mamma Mia!. The film, which was based on a musical of the same name, was released in 2008 and opened second at the box office, behind the Christian Bale starrer The Dark Knight. The musical ended with $694M at the box office. Streep recently revealed that she was open to working on another sequel to the 2008 hit.
Meryl Streep Is Open To Work On A Mamma Mia! Sequel Meryl Streep in Mamma Mia!
The legendary Meryl Streep was reportedly honored with the...
One of her most beloved films is the musical Mamma Mia!. The film, which was based on a musical of the same name, was released in 2008 and opened second at the box office, behind the Christian Bale starrer The Dark Knight. The musical ended with $694M at the box office. Streep recently revealed that she was open to working on another sequel to the 2008 hit.
Meryl Streep Is Open To Work On A Mamma Mia! Sequel Meryl Streep in Mamma Mia!
The legendary Meryl Streep was reportedly honored with the...
- 5/15/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Hollywood lost a real gem when Heath Ledger passed away in 2008. In the few years he had on this planet, the legendary actor was able to bring out the best in the film industry with his performances in films like 10 Things I Hate About You and Brokeback Mountain. He was a part of a total of 18 movies, two of which were released after his untimely demise.
Heath Ledger as Patrick Verona in 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
Heath Ledger’s most memorable performance has to be that of the Joker in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight. Unfortunately, the actor could not see the outcome of his hard work as he passed away shortly before the film’s release.
Recalling his time working with Heath Ledger on The Dark Knight, Eric Roberts opened up about how the legendary actor was completely different than what he initially expected.
Eric...
Heath Ledger as Patrick Verona in 10 Things I Hate About You (1999)
Heath Ledger’s most memorable performance has to be that of the Joker in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight. Unfortunately, the actor could not see the outcome of his hard work as he passed away shortly before the film’s release.
Recalling his time working with Heath Ledger on The Dark Knight, Eric Roberts opened up about how the legendary actor was completely different than what he initially expected.
Eric...
- 5/15/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Batman is a character that has been repeatedly cast in R-rated DC properties, which favor the dark and sinister nature of the character and his rogue’s gallery. Even when an R-rating is not sought for the project, it is mostly aimed at older children.
Christian Bale in Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, Bruce Timm had a different vision for the Batman series that he wanted to create, one that was released around the same time at which Christopher Nolan’s trilogy was riding high in the cultural zeitgeist. Timm spoke to Think McFly Think and opened up about what was the one thing that he factored into his series that even Christopher Nolan forgot about.
Bruce Timm wanted to make a Batman for young kids
A still from Batman: The Brave and the Bold
Bruce Timm revealed that one thing that creators of superhero content often forget is the...
Christian Bale in Batman Begins (2005) [Credit: Warner Bros.]However, Bruce Timm had a different vision for the Batman series that he wanted to create, one that was released around the same time at which Christopher Nolan’s trilogy was riding high in the cultural zeitgeist. Timm spoke to Think McFly Think and opened up about what was the one thing that he factored into his series that even Christopher Nolan forgot about.
Bruce Timm wanted to make a Batman for young kids
A still from Batman: The Brave and the Bold
Bruce Timm revealed that one thing that creators of superhero content often forget is the...
- 5/14/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
He’s twisted time. He’s reinvented Batman. He’s conquered the box office multiple times over. And he’s always done it entirely his own way. There’s nobody out there like Christopher Nolan – a game-changing filmmaker who makes masterpieces like nobody’s business, deploying cerebral cinematic craft to create big-impact blockbusters. Over the last 25 years, he’s proven himself as one of the all-time greats – and so, in the wake of his landmark Oscar wins for Oppenheimer, Empire presents the ultimate tribute: a one-off collector’s edition dedicated to a director like no other.
In this limited-edition magazine, we take a deep-dive trip through Nolan’s entire filmography, presenting not only the finest archive material from the Empire vault – collected as we’ve followed the man’s career through the years – but brand-new articles. That includes a major conversation with Nolan himself – plus his producing partner and wife Emma Thomas – conducted this April,...
In this limited-edition magazine, we take a deep-dive trip through Nolan’s entire filmography, presenting not only the finest archive material from the Empire vault – collected as we’ve followed the man’s career through the years – but brand-new articles. That includes a major conversation with Nolan himself – plus his producing partner and wife Emma Thomas – conducted this April,...
- 5/14/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
With the reboot of Zack Snyder’s Dceu by James Gunn, the decade-long franchise came to an end. Though the films were marred with mismanagement issues and many behind-the-scenes controversies, there were moments of excitement from casting announcements and concepts for films that kept the fans ecstatic.
One such moment was the announcement of Ben Affleck as Batman in Snyder’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. The filmmaker revealed the actor’s first look as the Caped Crusader for the first time 10 years ago and shut many naysayers up. The reveal still holds a special place in the hearts of fans as the actor’s performance received acclaim.
Fans Celebrate Zack Snyder’s Announcement Of Ben Affleck’s Batman Ten Years Later Ben Affleck in Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice
After the mammoth success of Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel, WB wanted to fast-track a potential team-up...
One such moment was the announcement of Ben Affleck as Batman in Snyder’s Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. The filmmaker revealed the actor’s first look as the Caped Crusader for the first time 10 years ago and shut many naysayers up. The reveal still holds a special place in the hearts of fans as the actor’s performance received acclaim.
Fans Celebrate Zack Snyder’s Announcement Of Ben Affleck’s Batman Ten Years Later Ben Affleck in Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice
After the mammoth success of Zack Snyder’s Man of Steel, WB wanted to fast-track a potential team-up...
- 5/14/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
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