'Miss Scarlet' & 'Rebel Moon' Star Stuart Martin Back as "Serious Contender" for James Bond Role

The list of actors who could playJames Bondpost-Daniel Craig is a who’s who of Hollywood’s finest. But despite rumors, “insider” confirmations, and yo-yoing betting odds constantly featuring the likes of Idris Elba, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and the not-going-to-happen Henry Cavill, there is a lesser known name back in “serious contention” for the role. And, just like the original Bond, Sean Connery, he is a born-and-bred Scot. Stuart Martinis currently best known as a Zack Snyder alum, after making appearances in several of the director’s Netflix features, includingRebel MoonandArmy of Thieves, but he has also built up an extensive resume since appearing in British TV showTaggartin 2009 and having a blink-and-you-miss-it role in Russell Crowe’s 2010 version ofRobin Hood....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 548 words · Patricia Barnett

'Thunderbolts*' Director Addresses Why Baron Zemo Does Not Appear in the Movie

Thunderbolts*director Jake Schreier finally has addressed why one founding member of the Thunderbolts team in the comics is not present in the MCU film. At D23 in 2022, Marvel Studios officially confirmed the lineup for the Thunderbolts team, which consisted of characters present in the film who had been introduced in projects likeThe Falcon and the Winter Soldier,Black Widow, and evenAnt-Man and the Wasp. Yet one name was notably absent, Baron Helmut Zemo, played by Daniel Brühl....

July 19, 2025 · 4 min · 652 words · Eric David

10 Classic Technicolor Films From Hollywood's Golden Age That Still Hold Up Today

The Golden Age of Hollywoodwas a period in the American film industry unlike any other. Starting just before the Great Depression in roughly 1927 and lasting until about 1969, the Golden Age was a period of technical advancement and spectacular storytelling in Tinsel Town. Movies went through immense technological upgrading, starting with the transition from silent pictures to talking pictures. Films also transitioned from black and white to color with the incorporation ofTechnicolor....

July 19, 2025 · 9 min · 1877 words · Lori Shaw

24-Hour Cats Marathon Has 3 Friends Willing to Torture Themselves for Charity

A few brave souls are possibly going to watchCatson a loop for 24 hours in an attempt to raise money for charity. Released last year by Universal Pictures, director Tom Hooper’sCatshas become something of an internet sensation. Though, not in the way the studio had hoped. It is generally considered to be quite bad and, above that, quite weird. Now, a trio of friends is going to do the unthinkable for a good cause....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 464 words · Anthony Long

American Horror Story: Every Seasons Ending Explained

American Horror Storyhas come a long way since it premiered in October 2011. More than a decade after its initial release, the show remains popular and a staple on FX. Audiences are always eager to hear what theme each season will be centered on. The franchise has continued to grow as fans swarmed for the release ofAmerican Horror Stories,a miniseries based on the events of the original, which has been renewed for a second season....

July 19, 2025 · 13 min · 2754 words · Kristi Wright

Argentina, 1985 Review: A Riveting Account of Genocide, Justice, & Courage

In 1976, Argentina’s military overthrew the government of Isabel Perón in a coup. Then waged a clandestine campaign of domestic terror, the “Dirty War”, against “subversives” deemed a threat. The Military Junta tortured, raped, and killed their fellow citizens. 30,000 people were abducted and never seen again. The “Disappeared” left an agonizing hole in the lives of their loved ones. Civilian government reclaimed power in 1983. Argentina, 1985 is the story of a country’s demand for truth, justice, and accountability....

July 19, 2025 · 4 min · 705 words · Carla Turner

Avengers Unite in Infinity War Vanity Fair Covers and New Photos

Vanity Fair has revealed 4 new magazine covers, each featuring different characters fromAvengers: Infinity Warin costume as the Russo Brothers continue to tease the release of the hotly anticipated trailer. The stars all got together for the 10th anniversary of theMarvel Cinematic Universe. Inside the magazines are more pictures of the cast with some surprises, so if you’re scared of cast spoilers, don’t read ahead any further. The Vanity Fair covers show off 17 characters spread over 4 covers, Chris Evans asCaptain Americabeing one of them in his old schoolCivil Waruniform, and Chris Hemsworth’sThoris shown without his eyepatch....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 574 words · Anthony Pollard

Bates Motel Season 3 Trailer: Norman Becomes Manager

Bates Motelis back for a thrillingSeason 3that is jam-packed with family troubles, murder and mystery lead byVera Farmiga(Norma) andFreddie Highmore(Norman). The Bates Family evolves, diving head first into Norman’s inability to stay in denial about what’s happening to him. He will go to great lengths to gain control of his weak psyche. The horrifying events ofBates Motel Season 2have left Norma (Vera Farmiga) more aware of Norman’s mental fragility and she is very fearful of what he is can do....

July 19, 2025 · 2 min · 334 words · Frank Wallace

Black Panther Doesn't Need a Black Director Says Anthony Mackie

MarvelStudios has been on a seemingly unstoppable roll ever since they launched the massiveMarvel Cinematic Universein 2008 withIron Man. As successful as the studio has been, there has still been a fair share of criticism regarding diversity in the MCU, both in front of and behind the camera. The studio has taken the first steps to change all of that, by announcing their first movies lead by an African-American (Black Panther) and a female (Captain Marvel), as part of their massivePhase Threeslate....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 528 words · Rebecca Hanson

Bob Iger Steps Down as Disney CEO, Is Replaced by Disney Parks Lieutenant

It’s the end of an era for Disney asBob Igeris stepping down as CEO effective immediately. Meanwhile, the company has named Bob Chapek as its new chief executive officer, making him one of the most powerful figures in the media landscape. Iger is set to remain on board as executive chairman through December 2021 when his contract ends. Bob Iger assumed the role of CEO in 2005. Iger has discussed plans to leave in the past, butDisneyhas enjoyed unprecedented levels of success during his tenure, including a record-shattering year at the box office in 2019....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 573 words · Donald Ballard

Bruce Lee's Daughter Disheartened by How Once Upon a Time in Hollywood Portrays Her Dad

Quentin Tarantino may have scored a big hit withOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood, but at least one person isn’t at all happy with the filmmaker’s latest. Shannon Lee, the daughter of martial arts legend Bruce Lee, is very displeased with the way her father was portrayed in Tarantino’s movie. While many have praised actor Mike Moh’s performance as Bruce Lee, that’s not where the issue lies for the late actor’s daughter....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 618 words · Emily Mercer

Canceled Star Wars Spin-Off Would Have Returned to Tatooine

Lucasfilm reportedly hit the pause button on, or possibly totally scrapped, pre-production work for aStar Warsspin-off that would have seen a return to the planet Tatooine. This news comes directly fromSoloproduction designer Neil Lamont, who was part of the crew working on this mystery spin-off. Unfortunately, Lucasfilm stepped in and stopped the work, which almost certainly had a lot to do with the performance of and reception toSolo: A Star Wars Story....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 509 words · Sylvia Compton

Captain America 3 Almost Had Steve Rogers Fighting Zombies

Back in October 2014, Marvel Studios presidentKevin Feigeheld a special press event, where he laid out their entire Marvel Phase Three slate, which kicked off with the thirdCaptain Americamovie,Captain America: Civil War. The producer and executive even brought outRobert Downey Jr.andChris Evans, while introducingChadwick Bosemanas the newBlack Panther. As it turns out, though, this whole scenario almost didn’t happen, sinceRobert Downey Jr.wasn’t contractually obligated to star inCivil War. While promoting the home video release, the Russo brothers teased one of the alternate comic book stories they were considering, which involves “zombies,” so to speak....

July 19, 2025 · 3 min · 557 words · Katherine Hampton