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Admirers and colleagues of Robert Redford are grieving after the Academy Award-winning filmmaker's passing.The Butch Cassidy And The Sundance Kid legend, who co-founded the prestigious Sundance Film Festival, dominated as the premier male performer throughout the late 1960s and 1970s.Whilst celebrated for major productions including Barefoot in the Park, Jeremiah Johnson and The Candidate, he also appeared in a more obscure picture.The 1984 production is currently streaming on Netflix and draws from Bernard Malamud's 1952 novel bearing the identical title.The motion picture in question, The Natural, represents a sporting drama chronicling the journey of Roy Hobbs, a gifted baseball athlete.Redford took on the central character in the production, which earned four Oscar nominations.Durin...

J.K Rowling who is the brain behind the popular Harry Potter fantasy series, has revealed her "best" film of the saga - and the answer may come as a surprise. Harry Potter, created by Ms Rowling, is a world-renowned fantasy story that chronicles the life of a young wizard, Harry Potter, as he uncovers his magical roots and begins his education at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. With the help of his loyal friends Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley, Harry faces many tough challenges that test his courage and friendship. These trials lead him to a final, powerful showdown with the dark wizard Lord Voldemort. The story unfolds across seven novels, starting with Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and concluding with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. Throughout the series,...

Netflix's latest romantic-comedy sensation is currently the most-viewed film on the streaming giant, with countless viewers tuning in over the weekend.Launched last Friday (12th September), the heart-fluttering and laugh-out-loud new flick stars the lead from one of the most iconic teen shows ever, which has recently made a comeback.It's presently holding the top spot on Netflix's film chart, outperforming recent popular releases such as The Thursday Murder Club and KPop Demon Hunters.If you've not yet given it a watch, consider this your cue to move The Wrong Paris with Miranda Cosgrove to the top of your viewing list this week.However, upon arrival with a group of eccentric contestants, she quickly realises they've been tricked and sent to Paris, Texas instead - less than an hour away...

Margot Robbie gave a notable performance back in 2013 when she starred in The Wolf of Wall Street and it's safe to say her career has never quite been the same.Audiences have watched the Australian actress go from making short but memorable cameos in films to starring as the leading role within just a few years. From comedy to biopics, and soon to be a period drama with her leading role in Wuthering Heights, the Hollywood star has had quite the career trajectory.Thanks to the review site Rotten Tomatoes rankings, it has been decided just what films of hers come out on top, based on real-life fan reviews. It carefully calculates an overall score based on viewers' ratings and has ranked all 20 of her movies.What made a shocking entry in the top 10 was a 2015 sci-fi thriller Robbie starre...

The under-the-radar war thriller boasts a star-studded cast and yet what many  film fans don't know is that it's the last time one legendary British actor was seen on screen.With a star-studded cast, it's no wonder audiences are leaving five-star reviews, as the likes of Helen Mirren and Aaron Paul help bring to life a gripping military story. Eye in the Sky retells the tale of an officer leading a military operation in Kenya to capture  terrorists.Although, things don't go to plan when Colonel Katherine Powell, played by Mirren, takes an unexpected turn. Their aim to launch a deadly missile against the Al-Shabaab terrorists is interrupted when a young girl innocently wanders into the 'kill zone', sparking a worldwide debate on modern warfare.The iconic ensemble cast is also made up of ...

Streaming experts have revealed the best movie to stream on Amazon Prime Video right now, and it's one that came out this year. Amazon Prime Video is one of the most popular streaming services in the UK, thanks to its plethora of well-reviewed series and its great selection of films, from period dramas to gritty war movies to edge-of-your-seat thrillers. Among the latter genre is a spy thriller that came out this year, hitting cinemas in March.However, it flew under the radar for many, despite its stellar cast including two of Hollywood's biggest names. It is currently available to rent for a free on Amazon Prime Video in the UK, but fans are hoping that it will soon be able to stream for all Amazon Prime subscribers. The movie has been well-reviewed by critics and audience members, and...

Peaky Blinders fans can delve into Cillian Murphy's career before his Tommy Shelby days in this 'gripping' thriller from two decades past.Red Eye follows a hotel manager whose world gets turned upside down when a mysterious stranger takes the seat beside her during a flight home.She swiftly discovers he poses a danger to her own family as he insists she assist him in a scheme to murder a Government official or witness her father's death.Yet the crucial question remains: how far will she go to safeguard her loved ones, or might there be an escape route?Red Eye becomes available this week on Tuesday, September 16, via BBC iPlayer where viewers can watch the film at no cost.Red Eye might not boast the largest ensemble but it does showcase some of the globe's most celebrated stars.Spearhead...

What makes an incredible film? Any answer to that question is bound to contain a significant element of subjectivity. One person’s masterpiece is another person’s dull.You can go on at me all you want about the fact that the likes of Casablanca, Citizen Kane or It’s A Wonderful Life are missing from this list despite being widely considered all-time classics. But in reply, I'll tell you I struggled to get through them without feeling a bit bored and have never felt a burning desire to go back and rewatch them — unlike some films on this list, some of which I could probably recite from start to finish. You can see my pick of the best books I've read here.As those older classics go further and further into the past, there are simply more and more films competing against them for a spot on...

Monsters, goblins and ghouls are making a comeback; television shows such as Netflix's Wednesday and blockbuster films like Sinners have proven that themes of the supernatural are highly popular. Just in time for the spooky season is a new gory action movie that has proven to be a major hit with audiences — but it's not what you expect.Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle scored an impressive 98% on Rotten Tomatoes for its audience rating, compared to Michael B Jordan's Sinners with 97% (at the time of writing). Given how widely acclaimed Sinners is by both audiences and critics alike, it's surprising to see its audience score surpassed by an anime. However, both films have received a 97% score from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, but time will tell if the supernatural anime will ...

A classic Christopher Nolan thriller hailed as his finest work is now available to stream for free. The acclaimed director's Memento has just been added to Channel 4's on-demand service, ready for fans to enjoy.As with most of the British filmmaker's films, it's best to watch without much prior knowledge. However, we will provide a brief plot summary for new viewers.Released in 2000, the thriller centres around Leonard (portrayed by Guy Pearce), a man on a quest to find his wife's killer. However, the task is nearly impossible due to Leonard suffering from a rare form of amnesia, reports the Mirror.While he can recall his life before the accident that caused his condition, the protagonist cannot create new memories. This forces him to rely on photographs, notes and tattoos to keep track...