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Ryan Gosling’s Best Action Movie Since ‘The Nice Guys’ Is Officially Crushing Prime Video

  • The Fall Guy lost £100 million at the box office but now thrives on streaming.
  • The film stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, directed by David Leitch.
  • Strong audience reception (84%) contradicts disappointing theatrical performance.

Ryan Gosling's 2024 action film The Fall Guy, a collaboration with Emily Blunt, failed to recoup its substantial budget during its theatrical run, losing approximately £100 million. However, the film has found unexpected success on streaming platforms, becoming one of the most popular video-on-demand rentals and purchases globally…

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5 Ella Langley Songs That Perfectly Capture the Messiness of Love

  • Five songs explore lingering desire, poor romantic choices and conflicting feelings.
  • Selections include a Morgan Wallen duet and tracks from three Langley releases.
  • The article reports a 23-week Hot 100 reign for “Choosin’ Texas”.

The article highlights five Ella Langley songs exploring love’s complications, from lingering attachment to heartbreak and romantic rivalry. - An unnamed duet with Morgan Wallen explores wanting someone even when loving them is no longer possible, and how memories make moving on difficult. - “i blame the bar”,…

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Anna Kendrick to helm Netflix adaptation of bestselling Evelyn Hugo novel

  • Anna Kendrick will direct Netflix’s *Evelyn Hugo* adaptation.
  • The screenplay is by Liz Tigelaar, with revisions by Francesca Sloane.
  • Kendrick credits *Pitch Perfect* with helping her career.

Anna Kendrick is set to direct Netflix’s adaptation of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel *The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo*. Kendrick said she was excited about the project, which marks a further step in her move into directing. Liz Tigelaar wrote the screenplay, with revisions by Francesca Sloane;…

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Chris Rock Says Infidelity and Struggling to ‘Make It’ Aren’t Just Hollywood Problems: ‘If You Got No Love, You’re Broke as F—k’

  • Chris Rock says love and family matter more than Hollywood success.
  • “Misty Green” portrays career setbacks as a universal experience.
  • Rock supports more Los Angeles filming through stronger tax incentives.

Chris Rock says “Misty Green” explores the pressures of pursuing success in Hollywood, while arguing that genuine fulfilment comes from love and family rather than career status. He also rejects the idea that infidelity is uniquely associated with showbusiness, describing it as a broader human failing. The film…

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‘Musk’ Producer, Atwater-Magnific Exec & ‘Gods Don’t Give Gifts’ Director Talk AI: “It’s Important To Get In The Driver’s Seat” – Zurich Summit

  • Film leaders urged creators to shape AI’s ethical direction.
  • Copyright theft remains a major unresolved concern.
  • AI use ranges from light assistance to fully generated films.

Film professionals at the Zurich Summit discussed AI’s growing influence on cinema, stressing that creators and industry leaders must actively shape its ethical and commercial use. Vania Schlogel argued that AI is already affecting society and human empathy, while Nick Shumaker supported its potential but warned that generative…

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The 2011 movie Goldie Hawn banned Kurt Russell from making: “She said she’d leave him”

  • Kurt Russell was considered for Killer Joe.
  • He feared the controversial role.
  • Goldie Hawn reportedly threatened to leave him.

Kurt Russell was considered for the lead role in William Friedkin’s 2011 crime comedy Killer Joe, but ultimately declined it. According to Friedkin’s memoir, Russell felt intimidated by the part, while his long-term partner Goldie Hawn reportedly warned she would leave him if he accepted. The role went…

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Guy Ritchie’s Fantasy Epic That Bombed at the Box Office Officially Finds Retribution on Free Streaming

  • *King Arthur: Legend of the Sword* arrives free on Tubi in October.
  • The film grossed about $145 million against a $175 million budget.
  • Its planned five-film franchise was abandoned after the film’s failure.

Guy Ritchie’s 2017 film *King Arthur: Legend of the Sword* will begin streaming free on Tubi in October, offering the commercial failure a chance to find a wider audience. The film was intended to launch a five-part franchise but became Ritchie’s biggest box-office disappointment. Starring Charlie Hunnam and…

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Anna Kendrick Is “Over the Moon” About Directing ‘The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo’

  • Anna Kendrick will direct Netflix’s Evelyn Hugo adaptation.
  • The film is based on Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel.
  • Casting has not yet been confirmed.

Anna Kendrick said she is “over the moon” to direct Netflix’s film adaptation of Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. Speaking at a Zurich Film Festival masterclass, she discussed the project alongside her career, including her Oscar-nominated role in Up in the Air,…

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Avengers: Endgame Encore leads weekend as Primetime opens strongly

  • “Endgame Encore” led the weekend with $86 million worldwide.
  • “Primetime” had A24’s third-biggest opening.
  • “Heart of the Beast” and “Forgotten Island” face costly runs.

“Avengers: Endgame Encore”, a re-release of Marvel’s 2019 blockbuster with additional footage, led the North American box office with $26 million, despite competing with several new films. Its strong turnout suggests audiences are still drawn to major event re-releases and could help build interest in “Avengers: Doomsday”, due…

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3 Swing Band Songs From the Late 1990s That I Remember Singing Out Loud

  • Big-band swing enjoyed a major revival in the late 1990s.
  • Three songs became memorable singalong and dancing favourites.
  • The music ranged from upbeat horns to spooky vaudevillian styles.

The article looks back nostalgically at the late-1990s revival of big-band and swing music, suggesting that films, Las Vegas and popular culture may have helped drive its popularity. It recalls three songs that encouraged listeners to sing along, dance and embrace the era’s retro style. The songs highlighted…

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