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Venture miles into Tunisia's orange-red desert and you may stumble upon remnants of the Star Wars prequel sets, frozen in time.While sci-fi enthusiasts might dismiss the divisive prequel films, some will be astonished to find these iconic structures left exposed to the elements, marring the Tunisian skyline.Wooden and fibreglass towers, faux pipes leading nowhere, and yellowed whitewashed walls serve as the only reminders for locals involved in the filming of Star Wars that Hollywood once graced their land.Yet, Taieb Jallouli, the man who constructed the sets, remains optimistic about a Hollywood return. Speaking to The Guardian, he said: "Film companies talk about coming back. Ridley Scott was talking about filming here, Pompeii was due to be filmed here, but there's always something. ...

A Shakespearean adaptation boasting a stellar A-list ensemble is currently available on Apple TV+, following other viewers who have relished a period television series featuring legendary performers and a Charles Dickens adaptation, reports the Mirror.This film debuted in 1993 during the peak period of period and historical adaptations dominating cinema and television, with Pride and Prejudice, Frankenstein and Dracula mesmerising audiences.Numerous viewers have lauded this particular production on IMDb, with one individual sharing a 10/10 review entitled: "Shakespeare at his most exhilarating."The reviewer continued: "Comedy or not, this is the best Shakespeare film in years and is a candidate for being the best of all time."They also characterised the film as presenting Shakespeare's ...

Netflix's latest true crime series has been the muse for numerous iconic horror films.Monster: The Ed Gein Story delves into the life of the notorious serial killer and grave robber. Set in the icy expanses of 1950s rural Wisconsin, the anthology series' new season introduces us to Eddie Gein, a seemingly friendly and unassuming recluse residing on a dilapidated farm.However, beneath this facade, he was concealing a house of horrors, fuelled by isolation, psychosis, and an unhealthy obsession with his mother. Gein's twisted crimes gave birth to a new breed of monster that would continue to terrify Hollywood for years to come.A host of classic films and their infamous villains owe their existence to the real-life atrocities committed by Ed Gein. As per the show's synopsis, Ed Gein didn't...

Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson has welcomed rave reviews after his most recent performance marked a change of direction for the action star. The Smashing Machine is a biopic about Mark Kerr, one of the original MMA fighters. It is set in late 1990s America and Japan, among other countries, where different UFC fights would take place. The film focuses on the career of Kerr, who had a tumultuous relationship with his sport, drug addiction and his partner Dawn Staples. Directed by Benny Safdie (Uncut Gems) in his first solo feature, the film delves into Kerr's high highs and devastating lows, portraying his transformation from an undefeated champion into a man spiralling with his personal demons. I have to admit that this film wasn't on my radar until the news broke about it receiving a 15-minu...

Back in 1955, John Wayne starred in the Cold War adventure film Blood Alley, about a voyage from the Communist Chinese coast to Hong Kong.Hollywood gossip columnist Hedda Hopper, Duke’s fellow conservative, tried to persuade him not to work with Lauren Bacall over her liberal politics, but he went ahead anyway.Meanwhile, the leading lady herself had initially signed on to star opposite Robert Mitchum as Captain Wilder.Yet, when he left the project, Wayne signed on for the role he would later admit he was miscast in.Bacall expected to clash with Duke over their polarised political opinions, but, as was often the case with the likes of Kirk Douglas, he avoided the topic and ended up being a charming friend.Bacall later said: “That was supposed to be [Robert Mitchum], but he got into some ...

Quentin Tarantino says he will only ever make 10 movies and after Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, he only has one left.Among the nine so far are Kill Bill Vol 1 and Kill Bill Vol 2, which he counts as one movie.The Oscar-winning filmmaker shot Kill Bill as one film, and that extensive cut hasn’t screened since Cannes 2006, where Indie Wire called it his “best film”.But now Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair is heading to select cinemas this Christmas.The 4 hour and 18 minute epic will be screened in 70mm and 35 mm formats, with a 7.5-minute anime sequence that wasn’t in the original theatrical release.Tarantino shared: “I wrote and directed it as one movie — and I’m so glad to give the fans the chance to see it as one movie. The best way to see Kill Bill: The Whole Bloody Affair is at a ...

Netflix has just added an iconic comedy film that's still scandalous and hilarious over a decade after it was first released.Featuring one of Hollywood's most beloved comedic actresses, this cheeky film from 2011 still boasts a devoted following 14 years after it had cinema-goers in stitches.Viewers seeking plenty of risqué jokes and sharp wit now have the opportunity to indulge in some nostalgia as Bad Teacher has landed in Netflix's collection this October.Cameron Diaz stars in this uproarious story of a bitter middle school educator who fantasises about escaping her mundane existence to wed someone wealthy.Comedy enthusiasts have remained entertained by this quirky romantic comedy throughout the past decade and a half, and now presents the ideal moment for another viewing since it's...

Prime Video has just unveiled a fresh action thriller film which has already received glowing reviews and boasts an impressive ensemble cast.The picture was helmed by Shane Black and draws inspiration from the Parker book series by Donald E. Westlake.The production features Mark Wahlberg in the titular role of Parker, a seasoned criminal, alongside LaKeith Stanfield portraying fellow thief Grofield.Despite only launching on October 1, audiences have already proclaimed it "exciting from start to finish".The film in question is Play Dirty, and viewers flocked to Google Reviews to express their opinions.Ranae Pellegrino wrote: "Exciting right from the start. If a show doesn't grab me in the first 15 minutes I stop watching. The best car chase scene ever!""Never would have thought it was go...

Play Dirty is available on Prime Video and the thriller centres on two professional criminals who orchestrate a daring robbery at a racetrack counting room.Launched on October 1, the official plot summary states: "A ruthless thief and his expert crew stumble onto the heist of a lifetime that pits them against the New York mob."The production has already received glowing critiques, with audiences praising it as "exciting from start to finish".Robert Downey Jr. was originally linked to the project, but his part was subsequently filled by another major Hollywood name.Here's everything you need to know about the cast of Play Dirty.Parker - Mark WahlbergMark Wahlberg is a 54 year old performer and producer renowned for starring in comedy, drama, and action films.His blockbuster credits inclu...

October is here, and with it, a new slate of things to watch. For fans of war movies and gangster flicks, we've rounded up some fresh picks at Netflix and Amazon Prime. There's a Mel Gibson-directed World War 2 film with Andrew Garfield, a new caper on Amazon Prime, and a '50s gangster movie with Sean Penn you might have missed at the time.On another note, The Godfather and The Godfather II are set to leave Amazon Prime. The classics have been earmarked to leave the streaming platform in the next 30 days so there's no better time for a rewatch.