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The Rock is well-known as one of the biggest faces of blockbuster cinema, but now Dwayne Johnson has entered his Oscars buzz era in The Smashing Machine.The former wrestler plays Mark Kerr in this biopic about the two-time UFC heavyweight champ before MMA became popular.Set at the turn of the century, and based on the 2002 documentary of the same name, the film follows the subject and his girlfriend Dawn (Emily Blunt) through their relationship struggles and his substance abuse as a fighter.The former Jungle Cruise co-stars are at their theatrical best during their domestic disputes, offering convincing displays of raw emotion.Meanwhile, Benny Safdie’s documentary-style shaky cam, last viewed in the phenomenal Uncut Gems, only adds to the authenticity from behind-the-scenes spats to tak...

As James Bond fans await news of the new movie, the next official adventure is the upcoming video game 007 First Light.Young Dexter star Patrick Gibson has been cast as a 26-year-old Bond earning his licence to kill.And now Marvel’s Gemma Chan has been announced as a new Bond girl, playing Selina Tan.The 35-year-old character is Head of Tactical Simulation at MI6 and “a brilliant and passionate academic with a background in psychology and game theory.”She joins Alastair Mackenzie’s Q, Priyanga Burford’s M and Kiera Lester’s Miss Moneypenny, Lennie James’ John Greenway and Noémie Sakai’s Miss Roth.Clearly, 007 First Light has been inspired by the source material as Gibson’s Bond is the first official incarnation outside the original from Fleming’s novels to sport his iconic facial scar. ...

It’s that time of the year again… summer has departed, autumn is fast approaching, and we’re of course talking all things Halloween. Prime Video is brimming with cosy cult classics, iconic horror shows, and some hidden gems - so you're guaranteed to get your spooky film fix no matter what. One 2015 film, which received rave reviews from fans, has a whopping score of 90% on Rotten Tomatoes. Green Room is not your typical spooky Halloween film, and it is written and directed by Jeremy Saulnier (Soul-nay), as well as starring Patrick Stewart and the late Anton Yelchin. Originally premiering at festivals in 2015, Green Room didn't get a mainstream release until early 2016.Once it finally hit the masses, the film quickly garnered attention around the world. Green Room is about a struggling p...

Film enthusiasts are in for a treat as the potential best film of the year has finally arrived.Directed by one of Hollywood's most esteemed filmmakers and featuring an A-list star delivering one of his career-best performances, this three-hour epic is being hailed by critics for its unprecedented portrayal of our volatile, perplexing modern era.Paul Thomas Anderson's latest offering, One Battle After Another, sees iconic actor Leonardo DiCaprio take on the role of Bob Ferguson, a former revolutionary turned cannabis-smoking recluse who is thrust back into action when his daughter finds herself in peril.From the acclaimed director of There Will Be Blood and Phantom Thread, this relentlessly gripping black comedy expertly intertwines thrilling action sequences with poignant commentary on ...

A wartime epic hailed as Clint Eastwood's finest achievement is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.Letters From Iwo Jima, which arrived in cinemas back in 2006, chronicles Japanese soldiers during the Battle of Iwo Jima throughout World War II - a devastating five-week confrontation that claimed approximately 18,000 Japanese lives and nearly 7,000 American casualties.The film serves as an ideal counterpart to Flags of Our Fathers, also released in 2006 and helmed by Eastwood, which portrays the identical battle from the perspective of American troops.Presented entirely in Japanese, Letters From Iwo Jima features an exceptional ensemble cast, including Ken Watanabe portraying General Tadamichi Kuribayashi, alongside Kazunari Ninomiya and Tsuyoshi Ihara, amongst others.The production gar...

This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Ranger's House in Greenwich stands in for Bridgerton Hall in Netflix's Regency romance (Image: Netflix)Scores of sumptuous English Heritage sites provide authentic backdrops for films, photoshoots and TV shows. Everything from Bridgerton to The Crown to Robin Hood has been shot at real-life locations protected by the conservation charity – providing funds and attracting visitors who want to see where their favourite movies or TV dramas were made.“I think using a real film location gives a sense of place and an atmosphere that a studio simply cannot provide,” explains Christina Pascoe who looks after filming for English Heritage. “When I picture some of our sites, such as Wh...

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Pierce Brosnan’s debut James Bond movie, GoldenEye.The 1995 classic was the first 007 film of the post-Cold War era and also marked the beginning of Dame Judi Dench’s tenure as the first female M.Co-starring Sean Bean as the villainous 006, GoldenEye is easily one of the greatest Bond movies in a meeting of the classic 007 style with a modern twist.Director Martin Campbell would also go on to reboot Bond again for the post-9/11 world, with Daniel Craig’s Casino Royale.And now GoldenEye is headed back to UK cinemas in a special 4K presentation.GoldenEye will be playing in Cineworld, Vue, and Odeon from Friday, October 3, through Global James Bond Day on Sunday, October 5. Internationally, the 007 classic will also screen in Poland’s Multikino, Swed...

Amazon MGM Studios has hired Denis Villeneuve to direct the 007 reboot, and now a new report has revealed how and when he’ll be casting the new star.The Oscar-nominated filmmaker is currently directing Dune: Part Three and only after he’s wrapped with that project will the next James Bond casting process finally begin.Meanwhile, many 007 fans will breathe a sigh of relief that the new Bond star will definitely be male and British.According to Deadline: “Those in the know tell us the ideal approach is to cast ‘an unknown,’ possibly in his late 20s or early 30s, to play what Fleming called ‘a blunt instrument’ — the lethal but “extremely dull, uninteresting man to whom things happened.”Does that mean a non-Caucasian British male could be cast? According to the insiders, it’s certainly pos...

Netflix has released a new romantic comedy that’s quickly becoming a fan favourite. Viewers have admitted they didn’t expect much going in, but quickly found themselves hooked. Now it’s being hailed as a "10/10," romcom fans can’t stop talking about.Launched on Friday, September 12, The Wrong Paris stars Miranda Cosgrove, who is looking to make quick money to pay for art school in Paris. Following her sister's advice, she auditions for a dating show, The Honeypot, where she competes against other women to win the heart of Trey McAllen (Pierson Fodé) and the big cash prize at the end.Slowly, she begins falling for Trey, but she has to decide between her dream and his love. Despite viewers' apprehension about the romcom, fans on social media admit they have been completely charmed by the...

A woman recorded a “cool” car driving past her in London then “forgot about it”, only to realise it was actually a film action sequence when watching the finished result a year later. Many big budget productions are made in the capital city, with its historic and iconic skyline often showcased on the silver screen.It’s not uncommon for locals and tourists alike to see snippets of future television and film scenes being acted out on the streets of London. One woman, named Cate, spotted a car stunt unfolding and decided to capture the moment on her phone.A year later, she sat down to watch the Amazon Prime film My Fault: London and felt she “recognised” the blue and orange Nissan Silvia car racing through the streets and remembered she’d been witness to the creation of one of the action s...