The sad truth is, there’s never going to be a year when everyone is completely satisfied with the Academy Award nominations. Though they’re generally pretty predictable assuming you follow sites like Gold Derby, there are always going to be some left field choices. This year is no exception. Like every other year, there were some […]
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The 10 Best Cillian Murphy Movie Performances
Cillian Murphy is one of the most underrated actors of his generation. He has taken part in some of the most iconic movies of the 21st century and he should be given more chances to prove his versatile talent. He was born on May 25, 1976, in Douglas, Ireland. He started studying law at University […]
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The 20 Worst Movies of 2015
2015 was a great year for film. From intense dramas like Carol, hilarious comedies like Spy, to jaw-dropping action flicks like Mad Max: Fury Road, the year delivered some great moments. However, for every great film we saw, there would be a clunker on the next screen over. These films are just some of the […]
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The 30 Best Films Starring Mostly Non-Professional Actors
Sometimes a necessary compromise due to budget limitations, but most of the time a conscious artistic decision made during the development or the pre-production of a movie, working with non-professional actors is a filmmaking practice adopted by many directors of various cinema eras and movements. The non-professionals’ lack of training, together with their presumable real-life […]
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The 10 Best Isabelle Huppert Movie Performances
Laurence Olivier was once asked why actors choose such a profession. He replied, “Look at me, look at me, look at me.” Defying that comment, Isabelle Huppert represents the fearless and selfless artistic integrity that should be at the heart of every performer. She challenges herself as much as she challenges audiences. At over 60 […]
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10 Great Movies That Lost Best Picture To Forgettable Winners
Regardless of popular opinion regarding The Academy Awards, the ceremony is arguably the most prestigious celebration of talent in the cinematic calendar. For the recipients of an Oscar, it is an accolade that remains connected to their work for the remainder of their career. The top prize of the Oscars is awarded for Best Picture, an […]