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Juliette Binoche Reunites With Claire Denis Again For ‘Radioscopie’ With Vincent Lindon

November 26, 2020 3:04 pm

While they are giants in the world of French filmmaking and recognized as international talents, it seems strange to think that the first time Juliette Binoche and filmmaker Claire Denis worked together was on...

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Glenn Close Questions Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘Shakespeare In Love’ Oscar Win: “It Doesn’t Make Sense”

Charles Barfield

November 26, 2020 1:28 pm

Awards, News

Glenn Close knows a thing or two about being nominated for Oscars. She has seven nominations under her belt, with the most recent one being in 2019 for her performance in “The Wife.” But Close has yet to land ...

Joss Whedon Exit’s HBO’s ‘The Nevers’ & Ray Fisher Alleges It’s Because Of ‘Justice League’ Controversy

Charles Barfield

November 26, 2020 1:07 pm

News, Television

Joss Whedon is back in the news, but it isn’t related to the ongoing “Justice League” controversy. Or is it? You see, the filmmaker confirmed that he’s stepping away from showrunning duties on his upcoming HB...

‘The Mandalorian’: Quality ‘Star Wars’ World-Building Or Just Bad Episodic Storytelling? [The Playlist Podcast]

Charles Barfield, Mike DeAngelo and Brian Farvour

November 26, 2020 11:45 am

News, Podcasts

To Mando or not to Mando, that’s the question posed in this week’s episode of The Playlist Podcast. And to help Charles, Brian, and Mike figure out if “The Mandalorian” is actually any good after reaching the ...

‘Godzilla Vs. Kong’: Netflix Offered $200 Million, But The Franchise Film Looks Headed To HBO Max

Rodrigo Perez

November 26, 2020 11:09 am

News

The doom and gloom exhibitors and theaters must feel about their industry thanks to the Covid-19 pandemic must be feeling worse right now. “Wonder Woman 1984” is heading to HBO Max on Christmas Day (though it ...

‘Fantastic Beasts 3’: It’s Official, Mads Mikkelsen Will Replace Johnny Depp As Grindelwald

Edward Davis

November 26, 2020 10:34 am

News

Well, it's official, Mads Mikkelsen will replace Johnny Depp as the villain Gellert Grindelwald in “Fantastic Beasts 3.” It's certainly an upgrade for the franchise, especially all the drama surrounding Johnn...

‘Heaven’s Gate: The Cult of Cults’ Trailer Is Out of This World

Brynne Ramella

November 26, 2020 9:45 am

News, Trailers

Cults are perhaps one of the more common documentary series topics, and there have been some fairly peculiar ones examined in recent years. "Heaven's Gate: The Cult of Cults," might examine one of the stranges...

‘The Prom’ Trailer: Meryl Streep, Nicole Kidman & More Are Broadway Stars Looking To Brighten A Special Night

Andrew Hrip

November 26, 2020 9:17 am

News, Trailers

You’re on the cusp of taking the next big step in life. It’s been a long road to get here, but the finish line is in sight. So why not cut loose a little with friends and reminisce about all the best moments? ...

Bruce Lee At 80: The Dragon’s Unmatched Films, Influence & Afterlives [Be Reel Podcast]

Chance Solem-Pfeifer and Noah Ballard

November 25, 2020 1:40 pm

News, Podcasts

Ahead of Bruce Lee’s (would-be) 80th birthday, Be Reel marvels at the spinning kicks, inimitable shrieks, and star wattage of the global icon. LISTEN: Alison Brie Talks ‘Happiest Season,’ ‘Promising Young ...

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Diane Keaton Fully Endorses Francis Ford Coppola’s New ‘Godfather III’ Cut: “I’m Telling You It Worked”

Charles Barfield

November 25, 2020 1:31 pm

News

“The Godfather” trilogy is one of the most acclaimed, but also the most debated franchises in film history. The original film is often regarded as one of the best crime dramas of all time. The sequel is held u...

‘How & Why’: Here Are Set Photos From Charlie Kaufman’s Unaired FX Series Starring John Hawkes & Michael Cera

Charles Barfield

November 25, 2020 1:19 pm

News, Television

It’s time to take a trip down memory lane. We’re going to try to remember all the way back to 2013, when it was announced that Charlie Kaufman would be working with FX on a new series titled “How and Why.” The...

The Playlist’s 2020 Holiday Gift Guide

Jason Bailey

November 25, 2020 12:51 pm

Features, News

Here’s the thing about movie geeks: we are hard to shop for. We’re hoarders by nature, opinionated as hell, and our tastes can be wildly unpredictable – you never know what prestige we’ve deemed tras...

‘Superintelligence’ Can’t Figure Out How To Craft A Joke, Even With Melissa McCarthy Leading The Way [Review]

Andrew Crump

November 25, 2020 12:50 pm

News, Reviews

A joke belabored is a joke ruined. “Superintelligence,” Melissa McCarthy’s latest team-up with comedian, writer, director, and hubby Ben Falcone, ruins an overwhelming majority of its jokes. Why does McCarthy ...

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‘folklore’ Clip: Watch Taylor Swift & Bon Iver Perform ‘Exile’ From New Disney+ Concert Doc

Charles Barfield

November 25, 2020 12:25 pm

News, Trailers, Video

Earlier this year, Taylor Swift released her latest album, “folklore.” The new music marked a bit of a change for the singer-songwriter. Instead of the pop ballads and dance-y beats she’s used previously, Swif...

George Clooney Is Happy To Take The Blame For ‘Batman & Robin’ Being Bad: “I Was Terrible In it”

Charles Barfield

November 25, 2020 12:13 pm

News

It’s a damn shame that such a good actor like George Clooney might very well be the worst Batman that has ever graced the big screen. But when you compare him to Michael Keaton, Ben Affleck, Christian Bale, an...