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Dune: Part Two from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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Best & Worst Movies of 2023 from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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Wonka (2023) from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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The Holdovers from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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Killers of the Flower Moon from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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The Iron Claw from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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Maestro (2023) from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom from Mad About Movies | Podcast Episode on Podbay

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@godofwine


Oh shit ... you know what time it is!


Shark season never ends. Oceans stay forever treacherous. Instant cinematic sharktastic classic ... entry #8,000,000 is upon us!

 

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10 movies our critic says you can’t miss this spring, including the return of Ryan Gosling

Our movie critic picks the 10 most anticipated movies from April to June.

www.thestar.com

 

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How the feud between JK Rowling and her Harry Potter stars turned ugly

The relationship started out well between the author and the young actors cast in the films. So why and how did it grow sour?

www.telegraph.co.uk

 

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John Leguizamo Recounts ’Difficult’ Time Working With Patrick Swayze

The actor did not have great things to say about his deceased co-star from the 1995 drag queen dramedy film “To Wong Foo.”

www.thedailybeast.com

 

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Would You Believe the Jerry Seinfeld Pop-Tarts Movie Sucks?

The star is whining about how comedians aren’t allowed to be edgy anymore. Meanwhile, here’s “Unfrosted,” his Netflix movie about the origin of the Pop-Tart...

www.thedailybeast.com

Jerry Seinfeld’s Crotchety Comedy Whining Gets It All Wrong

The comedian dusted off the ole argument that wokeness and political correctness is ruining comedy for the older generation. Rightly, the internet torched him. Here’s why.

www.thedailybeast.com

 

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Love Lies Bleeding: Kristen Stewart is superb in this jaw-dropping, gruesome psychosexual thriller

Rose Glass's audacious romance about a body builder who falls for a gym manager is mouth-wateringly disreputable cinema with nothing to lose

www.telegraph.co.uk

The wild, bone-breaking life of Hollywood ‘fall guy’ Hal Needham

Before Ryan Gosling’s blockbuster, the director of The Cannonball Run and Hooper pulled off every stunt in the book – and many that weren’t

www.telegraph.co.uk

The 20 greatest stunts in cinema history – and how they were done

Ryan Gosling’s The Fall Guy revives the art of the mad, impossibly dangerous stunt. But how can it compare to the death-defying greats?

www.telegraph.co.uk

 

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Boy Kills World: Welcome to the Hunger Games – if no one was holding back

Bill Skarsgård stars as a John Wick-figure wreaking vengeance in this gaudily weird and OTT bloody dystopia

www.telegraph.co.uk

Films you can feel: How 4DX went from silly gimmick to the saviour of cinema

Netflix can’t recreate a Dune sandstorm, or the smell of Willy Wonka’s chocolate – but 4DX can. Is it worth the price of admission?

www.telegraph.co.uk

Drunken Nazis and the birth of Bond: The real history behind The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare

Guy Ritchie’s film shows how Churchill, Ian Fleming and their SOE daredevils executed one of the riskiest missions of WW2. What’s the truth?

www.telegraph.co.uk

 

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‘It’s about valuing their audience’: why Ghostbusters called in a Muslim ‘cultural consultant’

The spooky comedy franchise may seem an unlikely place to find an ethnicity and faith adviser, but productions are increasingly aware of a duty to make sure communities are truthfully represented

www.theguardian.com

Tarot review – disappointment is in the cards with silly supernatural horror

Final Destination inspires yet another throwaway teen schlocker, this time with an increasingly risible astrological bent

www.theguardian.com

Film + Reviews | Film | The Guardian

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How Authentic Is the Tennis in ‘Challengers’? A Breakdown.

‘Challengers’ may center on a steamy love triangle, but fundamentally, it’s a tennis movie. And just how authentic is the depiction of tennis? We have thoughts.

www.theringer.com

The 2024 Summer Blockbuster Confidence Scale

It’s officially blockbuster season

www.theringer.com

‘The Fall Guy’ and Top Five Ryan Gosling Movies

Sean and Amanda also touch on the reaction to their 35 Under 35 list

www.theringer.com

A24’s ‘I Saw the TV Glow’ Is a Warped Coming-of-Age Story

Jane Schoenbrun’s psychological horror movie ‘I Saw the TV Glow’ mines ’90s nostalgia to tell an eternal story of identity, isolation, and coming of age

www.theringer.com

‘Abigail,’ ‘Late Night With the Devil,’ and the 10 Best Horror Movies of 2024 … So Far

We’re talking the current state of horror in theaters, what did and didn’t work in some recent movies, directors we’d most like to see in the genre, and more

www.theringer.com

 

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Global film and TV production down 7% this year following Hollywood strikes, report says

Global film and TV production in the first quarter of 2024 was down 7% from the same time last year, according to a report by ProdPro.

www.latimes.com

 

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A Brief History of Movie-Title Changes

The good (Pretty Woman), the bad (Tarot), and the ugly (Live. Die. Repeat.).

vulture.com

 

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The 15 Worst Movies Based on TV Shows

Hollywood continually attempts to bring TV shows to the big screen--and it often turns out poorly. We look at the 15 absolute worst TV-to-film adaptations so far.

www.metacritic.com

The 20 Best Movies Based on TV Shows

With the arrival of The Fall Guy in theaters, we look back at the best TV-to-movie adaptations in film history.

www.metacritic.com

May 2024 Movie Preview: Furiosa, The Fall Guy, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes, and More Films to See

Get a look at the most notable movies debuting in May, including a Mad Max prequel, a Planet of the Apes sequel, and The Fall Guy.

www.metacritic.com

 

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‘Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse’ Conquers Superhero Fatigue At No. 3 In Deadline’s 2023 Most Valuable Blockbuster Tournament

'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse' conquers superhero fatigue at no. 3 in Deadline’s 2023 Most Valuable Blockbuster Tournament.

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[playahaitian]

Paramount Unveils Bob Bakish Exit Terms, Names Chris McCarthy ‘Interim Principal Executive’ For SEC Purposes

Ex Paramount CEO to get a $253k monthly salary through October as an advisor. Chris McCarthy named interim principal executive for SEC purposes.

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The filing says that Bakish, who formally exited April 30, will continue as a senior advisor to the company through October 31 “to help ensure a seamless transition of his duties.” Until then, he’ll receive a $258k monthly salary, is entitled to a not-yet-set prorated bonus for 2024, and will continue to vest in all outstanding equity awards in accordance with their terms.

When he leaves in the fall, he’ll receive a severance package estimated at $48.5 million, according Par’s latest proxy statement. It will likely be larger after adding in equity awards for the year.

 

[godofwine]

The Fall Guy (2024)

Fun ass movie. Sometimes it works when a movie doesn't take itself so serious, but this is a fun ass movie. Yes there are post credits.

 

[godofwine]

Paramount Unveils Bob Bakish Exit Terms, Names Chris McCarthy ‘Interim Principal Executive’ For SEC Purposes

Ex Paramount CEO to get a $253k monthly salary through October as an advisor. Chris McCarthy named interim principal executive for SEC purposes.

deadline.com

The filing says that Bakish, who formally exited April 30, will continue as a senior advisor to the company through October 31 “to help ensure a seamless transition of his duties.” Until then, he’ll receive a $258k monthly salary, is entitled to a not-yet-set prorated bonus for 2024, and will continue to vest in all outstanding equity awards in accordance with their terms.

When he leaves in the fall, he’ll receive a severance package estimated at $48.5 million, according Par’s latest proxy statement. It will likely be larger after adding in equity awards for the year.

They claim movies aren't making any money but they're taking a ton of money off the top. Fucking bullshit

 

[playahaitian]

They claim movies aren't making any money but they're taking a ton of money off the top. Fucking bullshit

^^^^^

KABOOM!

 

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John Leguizamo says Patrick Swayze was ‘neurotic’ and ‘difficult’ on 'To Wong Foo': ‘He couldn't keep up’

John Leguizamo says he remembers his 'To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Julie Newmar' costar Patrick Swayze being 'neurotic' and 'difficult' to work with: ‘He couldn't keep up’

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Orlando Bloom, Elijah Wood, Dominic Monaghan, Billy Boyd have 'Lord of the Rings' reunion

Legolas is taking hobbits out for a well-deserved drink! See Orlando Bloom, Dominic Monaghan, Elijah Wood and Billy Boyd reunite before Liverpool Comic Con.

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Corey Feldman says Barbara Walters clash on 'The View' was 'like a knife in the heart'

Corey Feldman recalls being shocked when Barbara Walters accused him of 'damaging an entire industry' by speaking out against pedophiles in Hollywood during a 2013 'The View' appearance: 'It was like a knife in the heart.'

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The best Leonardo DiCaprio movies, ranked by how much he fully freaks out

Every great actor has a signature style. DiCaprio’s is his pained facial expressions, animalistic grunting and catastrophic downfalls

www.gq-magazine.co.uk

 

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The 101 Greatest Moments in the Entire ‘Star Wars’ Universe

From the original trilogy to the new TV series and everything in between, here’s the definitive ranking of the most iconic scenes in the canon. May the force be with your debating.

www.thedailybeast.com

 

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The Forgotten River Phoenix Movie That Shows What He Could Have Been

With this gem, the teen star first revealed what he could have done as an adult.

slate.com

Slate | Movies

Everything on Slate about Movies

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‘The Lord of the Rings’ Trilogy Returning to Theaters, Remastered and Extended

Peter Jackson's Oscar-winning trilogy is coming back to theaters this summer via Fathom Events.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

 

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Bernard Hill, ‘Titanic’ and ‘Lord of the Rings’ Actor, Dies at 79

With roles in 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings: Return of the King,' he appeared in two of the three movies with the most Oscars of all time.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

 

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Gedde Watanabe Says He Didn't Find His 'Sixteen Candles' Role Long Duk Dong Offensive at the Time (Exclusive)

Gedde Watanabe, the actor who played Long Duk Dong in 'Sixteen Candles,' reflects on the role 40 years later, noting he didn't find his character offensive at the time.

people.com

The Cast of 'Sixteen Candles': Where Are They Now?

Forty years after Sixteen Candles premiered, see Molly Ringwald, Anthony Michael Hall and the rest of the cast, then and now.

people.com

Gedde Watanabe Discusses 30 Years of Sixteen Candles and Long Duk Dong

The actor who delivered the classic line “What’s happenin’, hot stuff?” reflects on the character three decades later.

www.vulture.com

 

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Matteo Garrone’s ‘Io Capitano’ Wins Italian Film Awards

The Oscar-nominated refugee drama took best film at the 2024 David Di Donatello Awards, Italy's top film honor.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

Box Office: ‘The Fall Guy’ Lands with $28.5M, ‘Phantom Menace’ Tops ‘Challengers’ for No. 2

The weekend is down 53 percent from 2023's summer opening weekend, when 'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' arrived.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

Neve Campbell Is “Grateful” Studio Listened to Her Salary Concerns Ahead of ‘Scream VII’ Return

The actress is reprising her character Sidney Prescott in the upcoming Kevin Williamson-directed installment.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

 

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Corey Feldman says Barbara Walters clash on 'The View' was 'like a knife in the heart'

Corey Feldman recalls being shocked when Barbara Walters accused him of 'damaging an entire industry' by speaking out against pedophiles in Hollywood during a 2013 'The View' appearance: 'It was like a knife in the heart.'

ew.com

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Journalistic values are yellow, and then, of course, falters


You'll watch Channel Zero with that bitch Barbara Walters!

 

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Spell
2020

5/10

I watched this last night on PlutoTV while on the road, I’m clueless on why it’s not on Paramount+. My cable box was showing this as part of a 2 film package for purchase with the film “Smile” which I watched earlier. So I watched it too see if it was connected. It isn’t.

This is a Black horror/suspense film. The premise/plot has been done a zillion times over the past 50+ years, what makes this stand out is that prior films all had an all White cast, this film has a all Black cast.

Not gonna go into it being the synopsis and trailer pretty much explains it.

If you looking for some decent Black horror, add this too your list. They left it off for potential sequels.

Synopsis

While flying to his father's funeral in rural Appalachia, an intense storm causes Marquis to lose control of the plane carrying himself and his family. He soon awakens wounded, alone and trapped in Ms. Eloise's attic. Eloise claims she can nurse him back to health with a hoodoo figure she's made from his blood and skin. Unable to call for help, Marquis desperately tries to break free from her dark magic and save his family from a sinister ritual before the rise of the blood moon.

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Bernard Hill, ‘Titanic’ and ‘Lord of the Rings’ Actor, Dies at 79

With roles in 'Titanic' and 'Lord of the Rings: Return of the King,' he appeared in two of the three movies with the most Oscars of all time.

www.hollywoodreporter.com

RIP "King Theoden".

 

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Unfrosted



Pop Culture Craziness

PRAISE: Right out the gate Jerry Seinfeld hit me with nostalgia as the first frames of this parody movie about the competitive food war between Kelloggs and Post start to roll. Seinfeld gets some things right as he includesa lot of nods to toys,crazes, fake comic book ads and politics of the mid 1960's and gives them comedic flavoring. Some of the sight gags and references to the competitive nature of companies that sometimes produce nearly similar products really worked for me. There's a who's who of Hollywood in this including Amy Schumer ,Bill Burr · Fred Armisen · Christian Slater · Tony Hale · Dean Norris · Maria Bakalova · Peter Dinklage · Jack McBrayer and that's just naming a few . I'm actually shocked Seinfeld didn't include more of his comedian buddies in this. Seinfeld even includes some of the latest political scandals through some funny lines and visuals. The movie actually reminded me of how much I miss the show Mad Men.

PROBLEMS: After about 45 minutes the humor and fun became very spotty. Some scenes and situations felt like filler to me just to get the movie to the over 90 minute mark. There was more of a Saturday Night Live this skit is going on to long feel to certain scenes. Theres a monotone reading of some of the lines by the characters that was so noticeable i started to unintentionally laugh. There are a couple of odd and cringey moments Seinfeld attempts to wring laughs out of but fails.There are plenty of scenes that have no connection to how things play out in the movie. At one point a character asks: Is this overkill? I said yes yes it is !!

Scale of 1 to 10 a 6


Cash Out





Not worth a full review. I only watched this because I was curious about what kind of movies John Travolta is making these days. He still can bring something to a movie even one as bad as this.This was a mainly boring movie about a couple of heists that go left due to betrayal and the incompetence of this supposedly elite group of thieves. So much bad dialogue and nearly lifeless performances. I didn't even recognize Quavo at first I did laugh at some of his lines during a heist. I laughed at how ridiculously things played out.

Scale of 1 to 10 a 2