Tag: Skyfall
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Thunderball Was A Legal Landmine For James Bond Author Ian Fleming
When it comes to the Sean Connery James Bond movies, the highest praise is usually reserved for “Goldfinger” or “Dr. No.” The latter was, of course, Bond’s on-screen debut, while the former introduced so many of the trademarks we’ve come to expect from the franchise, it’s arguably even more of a Bond blueprint than “Dr.…
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Leaving Netflix in July 2023
This July, Netflix will say goodbye to several action movies, comedy series, and dramas. Some of the top films leaving are the Daniel Craig-led Bond film, Skyfall, The Will Smith drama, The Pursuit of Happyness, and the Donny Yen martial arts franchise, Ip Man. On the TV side, Moesha, Baby Ballroom, and Season 11 of…
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10 Most Underrated James Bond Villains Ranked
For decades, the James Bond movies have stood as the pinnacle of spy blockbuster entertainment, featuring enthralling action, stunning locales, gripping narratives, and some of the most iconic villains cinema has ever seen. A great antagonist is almost an expectation in a Bond film, from the earliest films which gave us Dr. No (Joseph Wiseman)…
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Empire of Light Cast and Character Guide
Empire of Light has been described as a love letter to cinema, and this is no surprise considering the man behind the screen. Written, produced, and directed by Sam Mendes, this drama film is set in the 1980s and revolves around a movie theater, its employees, and a love story. The acclaimed filmmaker is best…
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‘Empire Of Light’ Teaser: Olivia Colman Shows The Power Of Cinema In Sam Mendes’ Upcoming Drama
Over the past 20+ years, filmmaker Sam Mendes has released numerous films, each earning acclaim. Even his two James Bond films, “Spectre” and “Skyfall,” are seen as high watermarks in the world of 007. So, it’s gotten to the point when each new Mendes film is an event, which has us really excited for his…
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Big Zuu Fronts BAFTA, Digital Cinema Media Emerging Talent Campaign – Global Bulletin
CampaignBAFTA and Digital Cinema Media (Dcm) have partnered on a cinema campaign, which premieres Aug. 19 across the U.K., to inspire the next generation of creative talent by showcasing the diverse range of skills and knowledge that goes into making award-winning films, games and television. The campaign revolves around a national cinema-ad produced by Dcm’s…
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Sam Mendes’ ‘Empire Of Light’ added to BFI London Film Festival line-up
The title will be this year’s American Express Gala.Sam Mendes’ Empire Of Light has been selected as the American Express Gala at this year’s BFI London Film Festival.The title is written, directed and produced by Oscar and Bafta winning Skyfall director Mendes, and will have its European premiere at Lff on October 12 at the…
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Naomie Harris Was Glad Not To be Cast as a Bond Girl Because She ‘Never Traded on Sexuality’
Since “Skyfall” hit theaters in 2012, Naomie Harris has been an essential part of the James Bond franchise. Playing the role of Eve Moneypenny, the tough secretary to Judi Dench’s M, she is an important part of the British Secret Service apparatus that supports James Bond’s adventures. While it remains to be seen what her…
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‘They/Them’ Trailer: Kevin Bacon Welcomes Queer Teens to a Haunted Conversion Camp
Forget Camp Crystal Lake — it’s Whistler Camp that truly is the stuff of nightmares.The Blumhouse-produced horror film “They/Them” debuts Friday, August 5 on Peacock and centers on conversion camp Whistler, run by charismatic camp director Owen Whistler played by Kevin Bacon, who also executive produces the film. Licensed therapist and Owen’s wife Cora Whistler…
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Javier Bardem: ‘When I won the Oscar, I felt great, but it didn’t make any sense’
Famed for portraying bad guys in Skyfall and No Country for Old Men, the Spaniard opens up about his marriage to Penélope Cruz, his formidable mum, and his hopes for his kidsThe bad news is that, at the last minute, my interview with Javier Bardem is changed from being a face-to-face encounter to one conducted…