The world is in constant debate over who should play the next James Bond. Whether it be the dark seriousness ofDaniel Craigor the fun wit ofRoger Moore, every actor’s tenure as Bond comes with a different and distinct flavor. But the style and quality of a 007 film isn’t just influenced by the man in the sharp tux driving the Aston Martin; the films are also impacted by their supporting cast, directors, and, of course, the villains....
2004 was a good year for cinema, delivering a diverse array of films that lefta lasting cultural impact. Its gems range from deeply introspective dramas to high-energy action thrillers. Directors likeMichel Gondry,Quentin Tarantino, andRichard Linklaterexperimented with narrative structure and emotional depth, while mainstream filmmakers likeSam RaimiandBrad Birdelevated genre filmmaking with heart and intelligence. With this in mind, this list looks at some of the essential movies from 2004, running the gamut from revenge-o-matics to character studies....
Friendsis one of the most iconic sitcoms of the 1990s which captivated audiences around the world with its six endearing characters and their ever-changing lives. Set in New York City, the series follows friends, Ross (David Schwimmer), Rachel (Jennifer Aniston), Monica (Courteney Cox), Chandler (Matthew Perry), Joey (Matt LeBlanc), and Phoebe (Lisa Kudrow), as they try to navigate their way in the world and adapt to the major life events that most people experience at some point in their lives....
Michael Bayis inescapably Michael Bay. The auteur theory applies to him as much as it does to Terrence Malick, but Bay speaks in explosions instead of whispers and with gunfire instead of emotions. The problem with Michael Bay (or at least one of the problems) is his limited cinematic vocabulary. He’s sophomoric at best, and that’s fine when you’re making a movie designed to sell toys (I like the firstTransformersmovie) or an unabashedly insane action flick (Bad Boys IIis a blast)....
Following the dominance ofJames Gunn’sSupermanandGareth Edwards' big-budgetJurassic World Rebirthin recent weeks at the global box office, Marvel’s first family arrived on the scene last weekend, stealing the top spot and returning an eye-popping gross in just three days. This weekend, all eyes will be onThe Fantastic Four: First Stepsto see whether it can hold its top spot as it looks to become yet another MCU movie to hit $1 billion. But where should the eyes of home viewers be?...
From writer/directorsBritt PoultonandDan Madison Savage, the indie dramaThem That Followis set deep in Appalachia, where Pastor Lemuel Childs (Walton Goggins) presides over a Pentecostal sect of serpent handlers. At the same time, his devoted daughter, Mara (Alice Englert), is preparing for her wedding day while also being forced to confront the fact that a dangerous secret could put her directly at odds with the traditions of her family and community....
We at Collider are happy to exclusively debut theCharlie’s Angelssoundtrack details for composerBrian Tyler’s score for the upcoming film, along with the first listen of Tyler’s newCharlie’s Angelstheme. Directed byElizabeth Banks, the movie expands the iconic franchise into a global scale withKristen Stewart,Naomi Scott, andElla Ballinskafilling the roles of the new trio of Angels. Below you can hear Tyler’s take on theCharlie’s Angelstheme. The composer is no stranger to blockbuster fare as he previously composed the score for films likeAvengers: Age of Ultron,Furious 7, andIron Man 3, but his versatility was on full display with his excellent score for the smash hitCrazy Rich Asians....
A funny thing happened in the past five years toChris Hemsworth. The action star ofThor,Snow White and the Huntsman&Blackhatembraced smaller comedic supporting roles inVacation&Ghostbusters, stealing these films from right under more established comedy names. Since then Hemsworth’s action franchises have utilized their leading man’s natural comedic timing –The Huntsman: Winter’s Warreframed The Huntsman as a more buffoonish character andThor: Ragnarokhas followed suit, embracing the comedic leaning of its star. On the set ofThor: Ragnaroklast year, everyone – directorTaika Waititi, producerBrad Winderbaum, co-starsTom Hiddleston,Cate Blanchett,Tessa Thompson– all stressed howRagnarok’sThor would be a departure from the previous two films, embracing a newfound wisecracking, sarcastic side to The God of Thunder....
Oscar-winning actorColin Firth(The King’s Speech) is in negotiations to star inThomas Vinterberg’sKursk, a drama based on the real-life submarine disaster that claimed the lives of 118 sailors and officers on board. Written by Oscar-nominated screenwriterRobert Rodat(Saving Private Ryan), who adaptedRobert Moore’snovel “A Time to Die,“Kurskwould not only tell the tale of the explosion that caused the Russian submarine to sink in 2000 and the resulting attempt to survive far below the surface, but also the story of the sailors' families above who battled political impediments to save their loved ones....
On this episode of Collider Movie Talk, John Campea, Jon Schnepp and Mark Ellis discuss the following: One of the biggest items of speculation in the movie fan world in recent years has been “who will play Indiana Jones next”? There are hundreds of fan theories ranging fromChris PratttoShia LaBeouftoBradley Cooper. A short time ago Indy producerFrank Marshallsuggested that the only person they’re looking at for a potential newIndiana Jonesmovie isHarrison Fordhimself....
Most working character actors never get close to breaking into the mainstream, but then again, most actors are notColman Domingo. He was once firmly ensconced in the territory of “that guy,” popping up in small roles in films likeLincolnorSelmaor having a five-episode run in a cult classic show likeThe Knick. But now he’s a two-time Academy Award nominee for his work inRustinandSing Sing,a truly in-demand force who continues to dazzle audienceswith his impressive magnetism and considerate tenderness....
Amazon has unveiled a first look at filmmakerWoody Allen’s first foray into television.Crisis in Six Scenesis a comedy that takes place in the 1960s, during one of America’s most turbulent decades, and revolves around a middle class suburban family who is visited by a guest that turns their household completely upside down. The six-episode show was written and directed by Allen, who also stars alongsideMiley CyrusandElaine May. This isn’t a traditional trailer but instead is a clip from the show, showcasing Allen’s signature dry sense of humor....
One of the biggest questions about the 2016 fall schedule was obviously whereSupergirlwas going to land after being sent to CW land (a.k.a. Vancouver, away from sunny L.A. and CBS’s big money). CW smartly decided to keep it right where it was: on Monday nights. Networks often underestimate the impact of shifting their series around. Yes live TV viewing numbers aren’t what they used to be, but there’s something to be said still for the expectation of new episodes....
