If you've never sought out the truth behind sci-fi movies and TV shows, you've probably never believed what was happening on your screen. From traveling through time and space to discovering aliens, the genre can have a lot of twists and turns that are hard to imagine in real life.
But you'd be surprised how far science has come and how close humanity is to making these fictional stories real. Here are 10 sci-fi TV shows and movies that aren't true, but could have happened in real life.
Alien (1979)
Ridley Scott's Alien is one of those movies you don't want to believe could ever come true. However, there is one detail that does seem realistic. If space travel becomes as common as we think it will, the spaceships won't all look like a brand new yacht in the sky. The luxury ships will be for the rich, while the rest...
But you'd be surprised how far science has come and how close humanity is to making these fictional stories real. Here are 10 sci-fi TV shows and movies that aren't true, but could have happened in real life.
Alien (1979)
Ridley Scott's Alien is one of those movies you don't want to believe could ever come true. However, there is one detail that does seem realistic. If space travel becomes as common as we think it will, the spaceships won't all look like a brand new yacht in the sky. The luxury ships will be for the rich, while the rest...
- 5/27/2024
- by virginia-singh@startefacts.com (Virginia Singh)
- STartefacts.com
Renowned for his innovative and often conceptually rich storytelling, Christopher Nolan has carved out a distinctive niche for himself by delivering visually stunning narratives on the big screen, specifically in IMAX format. Whether it is Interstellar, The Dark Knight trilogy, or the Oscar-winning blockbuster Oppenheimer, the filmmaker constructs cinematic worlds with minimal reliance on CGI, opting instead for practical methods to breathe life into his creations.
Christopher Nolan | Credit: HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
One cannot overlook the pivotal role played by high-resolution IMAX cameras, which have been integral to Nolan’s filmmaking journey since the 2010 superhero film, The Dark Knight. Reflecting on the resources at his disposal, Nolan addressed how they are not universally accessible to every filmmaker and how he takes it as a responsibility to utilize them most productively and creatively possible.
Christopher Nolan Reflected on Filmmaking Vision and Resource Utilization
In a conversation with Time Magazine, the...
Christopher Nolan | Credit: HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
One cannot overlook the pivotal role played by high-resolution IMAX cameras, which have been integral to Nolan’s filmmaking journey since the 2010 superhero film, The Dark Knight. Reflecting on the resources at his disposal, Nolan addressed how they are not universally accessible to every filmmaker and how he takes it as a responsibility to utilize them most productively and creatively possible.
Christopher Nolan Reflected on Filmmaking Vision and Resource Utilization
In a conversation with Time Magazine, the...
- 5/27/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
It is one of the great pleasures of life to acknowledge that the current generation of movie buffs and fans of classic IPs are living in the golden era of Hollywood. Whether itʼs a renaissance of comic book adaptations, a complete reinvention of the James Bond IP through Daniel Craig, or the live-action re-enactment of universes crafted by George R.R. Martin, J.R.R. Tolkien, and J.K. Rowling, the 21st century brings with it an epoch of unbridled, uncorrupted, and unstoppable creativity.
Skyfall [Credit: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures/Columbia Pictures]However, creativity can extend only so far if the human imagination does not allow us to feel emotions both high and low. With the euphoria of winning a great battle must also come the blow of death and great loss. Movies can make us feel both within the span of a few hours and they can take us to the stars and beyond in a few seconds.
Skyfall [Credit: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures/Columbia Pictures]However, creativity can extend only so far if the human imagination does not allow us to feel emotions both high and low. With the euphoria of winning a great battle must also come the blow of death and great loss. Movies can make us feel both within the span of a few hours and they can take us to the stars and beyond in a few seconds.
- 5/27/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Christopher Nolan’s thriller/historical drama from 2023, Oppenheimer, is a based-on-real-events story, and be it Cillian Murphy’s J. Robert Oppenheimer in the lead role or Gary Oldman’s President Harry Truman in a supporting one — everyone made sure to make it seem as realistic as possible.
But what if some of the scenes from the film never really happened in the first place?
Oppenheimer. | Credit: Universal Pictures.
As it turns out, it seems like one of the most iconic scenes in the entire movie as Truman just may have stemmed from a figment of Nolan’s imagination. Or, to be more precise, it may have never happened in the first place the way it was depicted, and the filmmaker just may have improvised it.
Why? Well, simply put: Because historical accounts recall it somewhat differently.
Gary Oldman’s Iconic Oppenheimer Moment May Have Never Existed for Real
As the...
But what if some of the scenes from the film never really happened in the first place?
Oppenheimer. | Credit: Universal Pictures.
As it turns out, it seems like one of the most iconic scenes in the entire movie as Truman just may have stemmed from a figment of Nolan’s imagination. Or, to be more precise, it may have never happened in the first place the way it was depicted, and the filmmaker just may have improvised it.
Why? Well, simply put: Because historical accounts recall it somewhat differently.
Gary Oldman’s Iconic Oppenheimer Moment May Have Never Existed for Real
As the...
- 5/27/2024
- by Mahin Sultan
- FandomWire
It comes as no surprise that Christopher Nolan, who directed films like Inception and Interstellar, was ahead of his time. From changing times to superhero movies, Nolan is regarded as one of the most esteemed directors in Hollywood, and rightfully so. His statements ring true even after 7 years!
Christopher Nolan on the sets of Dunkirk | HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
Right after creating and directing the 2017 film Dunkirk, Nolan sat for an interview to talk about his then-released film. During his talks, the director mentioned that times were changing. Well, his statements are indeed true since modern films are very different compared to the early 2000s or even 2010s!
Christopher Nolan Was Ahead of His Time!
Being a director known for creating some iconic movies like The Dark Knight, Interstellar, and, The Prestige, Christopher Nolan has been praised beyond measure. From scientific approaches to breakthroughs in physics, the director has taught...
Christopher Nolan on the sets of Dunkirk | HellaCinema via Wikimedia Commons
Right after creating and directing the 2017 film Dunkirk, Nolan sat for an interview to talk about his then-released film. During his talks, the director mentioned that times were changing. Well, his statements are indeed true since modern films are very different compared to the early 2000s or even 2010s!
Christopher Nolan Was Ahead of His Time!
Being a director known for creating some iconic movies like The Dark Knight, Interstellar, and, The Prestige, Christopher Nolan has been praised beyond measure. From scientific approaches to breakthroughs in physics, the director has taught...
- 5/27/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
When you think of the Star Wars films, George Lucas is the immediate name that comes to mind. The pioneering efforts of the genius filmmaker created a new cinematic revolution in Hollywood that is still seen as the benchmark for all aspiring sci-fi directors today.
Hollywood filmmaker George Lucas (image credit: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commmons)
But Lucas could well have had competition in this space if popular novelist and screenplay writer David Goyer had gone through with his original script for a Star Wars film. The Man of Steel writer who is also known for his work in other Marvel and DC films, had written a story which was to have been helmed by none other than Guillermo Del Toro, but failed to materialize.
Man Of Steel Writer Had A Star Wars Script That Did Not See The Light Of Day
Star Wars and George Lucas are two words that are synonymous with each other.
Hollywood filmmaker George Lucas (image credit: Joey Gannon/Wikimedia Commmons)
But Lucas could well have had competition in this space if popular novelist and screenplay writer David Goyer had gone through with his original script for a Star Wars film. The Man of Steel writer who is also known for his work in other Marvel and DC films, had written a story which was to have been helmed by none other than Guillermo Del Toro, but failed to materialize.
Man Of Steel Writer Had A Star Wars Script That Did Not See The Light Of Day
Star Wars and George Lucas are two words that are synonymous with each other.
- 5/27/2024
- by Sharanya Sankar
- FandomWire
Over the years, Christopher Nolan has gained a reputation for his storytelling. Regardless of era, gender, personality, or region, one can always count on him to perfectly represent the depths of human emotion, tied in with some scientific phenomenon. On top of these, he has depended on both real life and fiction to draw inspiration for his masterpieces.
Fionn Whitehead in a still from Dunkirk [Credit: Warner Bros.]When it comes to the former category, there is no better example than his 2017 classic, Dunkirk. There are several interesting things about the war film, ranging from how it stands out in Nolan’s filmography, to its interesting World War II premise. However, the most intriguing has to be its choice of cast.
Dunkirk (2017) [Credit: Warner Bros.]Despite Nolan being half-American himself, the entire movie’s cast only consists of British actors. During an interview, he gave the reason for such casting, and it is safe...
Fionn Whitehead in a still from Dunkirk [Credit: Warner Bros.]When it comes to the former category, there is no better example than his 2017 classic, Dunkirk. There are several interesting things about the war film, ranging from how it stands out in Nolan’s filmography, to its interesting World War II premise. However, the most intriguing has to be its choice of cast.
Dunkirk (2017) [Credit: Warner Bros.]Despite Nolan being half-American himself, the entire movie’s cast only consists of British actors. During an interview, he gave the reason for such casting, and it is safe...
- 5/27/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Can you believe it has been over two whole decades since we first encountered the perplexing tale of Leonard (Guy Pearce), the compelling Natalie (Carrie-Anne Moss), and the intricate structural puzzle that is Christopher Nolan’s groundbreaking film, Memento?
This masterpiece, a hallmark of neo-noir storytelling, isn’t just memorable for its narrative acrobatics; it marks the auspicious second film debut of Nolan in the major league of filmmakers. Just as Leonard used tattoos to etch pivotal clues onto his skin, Memento indelibly inked itself into our cultural consciousness.
Guy Pearce in a still from Memento | Summit Entertainment
With numerous accolades, including Oscar nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Film Editing, there’s no question that Memento is a fascinating subject for cinephiles. With the film’s commercial success, however, Nolan was surprised by the reception it received.
What Kept Christopher Nolan Confused About Memento
Twenty-four years ago, a...
This masterpiece, a hallmark of neo-noir storytelling, isn’t just memorable for its narrative acrobatics; it marks the auspicious second film debut of Nolan in the major league of filmmakers. Just as Leonard used tattoos to etch pivotal clues onto his skin, Memento indelibly inked itself into our cultural consciousness.
Guy Pearce in a still from Memento | Summit Entertainment
With numerous accolades, including Oscar nominations for Best Original Screenplay and Best Film Editing, there’s no question that Memento is a fascinating subject for cinephiles. With the film’s commercial success, however, Nolan was surprised by the reception it received.
What Kept Christopher Nolan Confused About Memento
Twenty-four years ago, a...
- 5/27/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
The bleak blockbuster that is "Dune: Part Two" finished up Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" duology in spectacular fashion. After 2021's "Dune" provided a more muted, subtle introduction to the world originally created by author Frank Herbert in his 1965 novel, the sequel delivered epic action, depicting Paul Atreides (Timothée Chalamet)'s transformation into the messianic leader of the Fremen, whom he leads in battle against the evil House Harkonnen. While there's a marked difference between the two movies in terms of pace, one thing that remained consistent was Villeneuve's meticulous attention to detail.
The director didn't want outside interpretations interfering with the design of "Dune" or its sequel, and implored his creative team to refer to Herbert's book for inspiration. But that didn't mean the look of "Dune" and "Part Two" came exclusively from the book. Production designer Patrice Vermette consulted a wide array of sources, leading to sets...
The director didn't want outside interpretations interfering with the design of "Dune" or its sequel, and implored his creative team to refer to Herbert's book for inspiration. But that didn't mean the look of "Dune" and "Part Two" came exclusively from the book. Production designer Patrice Vermette consulted a wide array of sources, leading to sets...
- 5/27/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
It’s been ten years, and Christopher Nolan’s science fiction film Interstellar continues to amaze and baffle fans. As it has been a decade since its release, Paramount is bringing the movie back in theaters this fall.
Anne Hathaway and Matthew McConaughey in Interstellar / Paramount Pictures
Co-written by Nolan and his brother, Jonathan, Interstellar follows an ex-NASA pilot tasked to navigate a spacecraft after Earth becomes uninhabitable in the future. The ensemble cast starred Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Matt Damon, Ellen Burstyn, Michael Caine, and Bill Irwin.
Christopher Nolan Talks About The Making Of Interstellar
Christopher Nolan spoke with NPR and shared how Interstellar was inspired by many of his favorite childhood space films. Among his picks were George Lucas’ Star Wars and Steven Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
I got to do a lot of things in this film that I’ve...
Anne Hathaway and Matthew McConaughey in Interstellar / Paramount Pictures
Co-written by Nolan and his brother, Jonathan, Interstellar follows an ex-NASA pilot tasked to navigate a spacecraft after Earth becomes uninhabitable in the future. The ensemble cast starred Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Matt Damon, Ellen Burstyn, Michael Caine, and Bill Irwin.
Christopher Nolan Talks About The Making Of Interstellar
Christopher Nolan spoke with NPR and shared how Interstellar was inspired by many of his favorite childhood space films. Among his picks were George Lucas’ Star Wars and Steven Spielberg’s Close Encounters of the Third Kind.
I got to do a lot of things in this film that I’ve...
- 5/27/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
The Barbenheimer phenomenon was something that everyone talked about last summer when two very important movies came out. One of them was Greta Gerwig’s Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, a movie that showed us how great feminism can work on screen, while the other was Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, starring Cillian Murphy and Emily Blunt, a movie that showed us the terror of atomic energy. Both these movies were released at the same time and many people believed that they would cancel each other out and create a rivalry, but what happened was something completely different!
Fans of both movies united and this led to the birth of the Barbenheimer phenomenon, which brought in a substantial amount of money for cinemas last year, as Barbie fans called for people to go watch Oppenheimer, while Oppenheimer fans urged people to go watch Barbie. Barbenheimer was a cinematic phenomenon,...
Fans of both movies united and this led to the birth of the Barbenheimer phenomenon, which brought in a substantial amount of money for cinemas last year, as Barbie fans called for people to go watch Oppenheimer, while Oppenheimer fans urged people to go watch Barbie. Barbenheimer was a cinematic phenomenon,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
The summer of 2023 was encapsulated in two films at the same time: Oppenheimer by Christopher Nolan and Barbie by Greta Gerwig. Since they came out the same weekend, moviegoers were treated to a sort of double feature.
These two blockbusters not only dominated the world last year, but they also reignited our collective desire for a silver-screen experience. Both films exceeded box office expectations, with Margot Robbie’s film enchanting its way to a $1.4 billion global haul, while Oppenheimer’s Oscar-winning narrative netted a whopping $951.4 million.
Margot Robbie in Barbie | Heyday Films
But Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos recently stirred quite the conversation with his belief that these films could have shone just as brightly on streaming platforms. One can’t help but wonder: How different would the scenario be if these cultural phenomena had debuted on Netflix rather than the cinema’s big screen?
Netflix Boss Predicts Streaming Success for...
These two blockbusters not only dominated the world last year, but they also reignited our collective desire for a silver-screen experience. Both films exceeded box office expectations, with Margot Robbie’s film enchanting its way to a $1.4 billion global haul, while Oppenheimer’s Oscar-winning narrative netted a whopping $951.4 million.
Margot Robbie in Barbie | Heyday Films
But Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos recently stirred quite the conversation with his belief that these films could have shone just as brightly on streaming platforms. One can’t help but wonder: How different would the scenario be if these cultural phenomena had debuted on Netflix rather than the cinema’s big screen?
Netflix Boss Predicts Streaming Success for...
- 5/27/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Martin Scorsese’s war with Marvel seems to be over as filmmaker George Lucas recently revealed that the director might have eased his opinions about the MCU. The Departed filmmaker came under fire back in 2019 when he compared Marvel with theme park rides and said that they were not cinema, sparking controversy and a bunch of memes.
While the filmmaker was commenting on the lack of originality in Hollywood and how the only films getting made were superhero films, many fans took issue with him insulting their beloved franchise. However, the director seemed to have calmed down about the issue, according to George Lucas.
Did Martin Scorsese End His War With Marvel? Martin Scorsese in Hugo | Credits: Gk Films/Infinitum Nihil
Martin Scorsese has been the mastermind behind many of Hollywood’s greatest films in the New Wave era. The filmmaker helmed classics such as Goodfellas, Casino, Taxi Driver, Raging Bull,...
While the filmmaker was commenting on the lack of originality in Hollywood and how the only films getting made were superhero films, many fans took issue with him insulting their beloved franchise. However, the director seemed to have calmed down about the issue, according to George Lucas.
Did Martin Scorsese End His War With Marvel? Martin Scorsese in Hugo | Credits: Gk Films/Infinitum Nihil
Martin Scorsese has been the mastermind behind many of Hollywood’s greatest films in the New Wave era. The filmmaker helmed classics such as Goodfellas, Casino, Taxi Driver, Raging Bull,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Ted Sarandos is commenting on the box office success of Oppenheimer, Barbie, and their Netflix series Baby Reindeer.
In a new interview, the Netflix CEO said that the films starring Margot Robbie and Cillian Murphy would’ve been just as big on the streaming platform.
“Both of those movies would be great for Netflix. They definitely would have enjoyed just as big an audience on Netflix,” Sarandos said in an interview with the New York Times. “And so I don’t think there’s any reason to believe that certain kinds of movies do or don’t work. There’s no reason to believe that the movie itself is better in any size of screen for all people. My son’s an editor. He is 28 years old, and he watched Lawrence of Arabia on his phone.”
Barbie and Oppenheimer, directed by Greta Gerwig and Christopher Nolan, respectively, were big box office winners.
In a new interview, the Netflix CEO said that the films starring Margot Robbie and Cillian Murphy would’ve been just as big on the streaming platform.
“Both of those movies would be great for Netflix. They definitely would have enjoyed just as big an audience on Netflix,” Sarandos said in an interview with the New York Times. “And so I don’t think there’s any reason to believe that certain kinds of movies do or don’t work. There’s no reason to believe that the movie itself is better in any size of screen for all people. My son’s an editor. He is 28 years old, and he watched Lawrence of Arabia on his phone.”
Barbie and Oppenheimer, directed by Greta Gerwig and Christopher Nolan, respectively, were big box office winners.
- 5/27/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
When "Memento" arrived in 2000, it was a big deal. This small indie film that cost $9 million to make became a big hit, spurned on by strong word of mouth that kept talking up the movie's narrative trick: it moved backwards. Rather than tell a straightforward story, Christopher Nolan's mystery-thriller runs in reverse, with each new scene giving us insight into a scene we just watched. Little by little, we piece together the mystery, just like the film's main character, played by Guy Pearce.
If you need a refresher, here's the gist: Pearce's character, Leonard "Lenny" Shelby, has anterograde amnesia — he's unable to retain new memories. The condition arose when he was injured during an attack that resulted in his wife's murder. Now, Lenny uses clues he pieces together in order to find (and kill) the man who murdered his wife. But of course, nothing is quite as it seems,...
If you need a refresher, here's the gist: Pearce's character, Leonard "Lenny" Shelby, has anterograde amnesia — he's unable to retain new memories. The condition arose when he was injured during an attack that resulted in his wife's murder. Now, Lenny uses clues he pieces together in order to find (and kill) the man who murdered his wife. But of course, nothing is quite as it seems,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
This year, acclaimed British filmmaker Christopher Nolan has finally received his first Oscar for his work on Oppenheimer and everyone agreed that it was deserved, but also that it should not have been his first Oscar, seeing how many masterful movies Nolan had made before Oppenheimer. In that aspect, the filmmaker officially became a part of history and it shouldn’t come as a surprise that many of his colleagues speak very highly of him and his achievements over the years.
Although modern cinema is much more diverse than it was decades ago, and there are several equally innovative and important approaches to filmmaking, we cannot deny that Nolan definitely changed cinema. His visionary approach, as well as his unshakeable stance in defending his own approach to his craft, make Nolan one of the most important filmmakers in history.
This is also something that many other filmmakers have noticed, as...
Although modern cinema is much more diverse than it was decades ago, and there are several equally innovative and important approaches to filmmaking, we cannot deny that Nolan definitely changed cinema. His visionary approach, as well as his unshakeable stance in defending his own approach to his craft, make Nolan one of the most important filmmakers in history.
This is also something that many other filmmakers have noticed, as...
- 5/26/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Jonathan Nolan is no stranger to adaptions of popular media, with the writer starting his career when his brother, Christopher Nolan, adapted his short story into the feature film Memento. Over the years, Nolan has contributed to his brother’s adaptation of Batman and also helmed a television adaptation of the cult-classic film Westworld.
Jonathan Nolan most recently helmed the Fallout adaptation (Image Credit: Prime Video).
During a recent interview, Nolan shared his take on the increase in television adaptations in Hollywood. Nolan spoke about how he feels about the rapid rise in books and other media serving as source material for some of the most popular modern television shows. Nolan’s comments mean that Gravity’s Rainbow, a sci-fi novel that is widely considered unadaptable deserves a chance, and here is why.
Fallout‘s Jonathan Nolan Discusses the Rise of Television Adaptations
Jonathan Nolan most recently served as a...
Jonathan Nolan most recently helmed the Fallout adaptation (Image Credit: Prime Video).
During a recent interview, Nolan shared his take on the increase in television adaptations in Hollywood. Nolan spoke about how he feels about the rapid rise in books and other media serving as source material for some of the most popular modern television shows. Nolan’s comments mean that Gravity’s Rainbow, a sci-fi novel that is widely considered unadaptable deserves a chance, and here is why.
Fallout‘s Jonathan Nolan Discusses the Rise of Television Adaptations
Jonathan Nolan most recently served as a...
- 5/26/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
Despite a historically accurate reading of Hollywood’s storied past, great directors and filmmakers make it their business to break and set records with their career’s work. Christopher Nolan is invariably one such director who continues to defy the laws of physics in his films just as he manipulates the laws of human psychology when it comes to breaking box office records.
However, it is rare to find a combination of good filmmakers with complete artistic and creative taste who don’t eventually fall prey to the studio system. Return on investments and profit guides the business models of modern-day Hollywood and to keep making films, it becomes imperative that directors, creatives, and actors all fall in line with the company policy.
Christopher Nolan [Photo: Wikimedia Commons]As such, the audience of the 21st century’s cinematic era is blessed to have auteurs like Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve who...
However, it is rare to find a combination of good filmmakers with complete artistic and creative taste who don’t eventually fall prey to the studio system. Return on investments and profit guides the business models of modern-day Hollywood and to keep making films, it becomes imperative that directors, creatives, and actors all fall in line with the company policy.
Christopher Nolan [Photo: Wikimedia Commons]As such, the audience of the 21st century’s cinematic era is blessed to have auteurs like Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve who...
- 5/26/2024
- by Diya Majumdar
- FandomWire
Christopher Nolan’s Interstellar will forever be hailed as one of cinema’s greatest achievements. Celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, the film remains as fresh and impactful as ever, continuing to captivate minds. Not only does the movie resonate deeply on a human level, but it also delves into the intricacies of the human mind and the quest for survival.
Jonathan Nolan speaking at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con International, for Westworld” (via Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
The beautifully crafted original story, to be honest, is unparalleled and cannot be surpassed. However, despite the tremendous success of the film and the position it holds, co-writer Jonathan Nolan is sad because of one reason.
Christopher Nolan’s Impressive Record with Interstellar Leaves Jonathan Nolan Sad for Hollywood
The Christopher Nolan movie Interstellar starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, and Matt Damon was a massive success, both critically and commercially. It grossed a...
Jonathan Nolan speaking at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con International, for Westworld” (via Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
The beautifully crafted original story, to be honest, is unparalleled and cannot be surpassed. However, despite the tremendous success of the film and the position it holds, co-writer Jonathan Nolan is sad because of one reason.
Christopher Nolan’s Impressive Record with Interstellar Leaves Jonathan Nolan Sad for Hollywood
The Christopher Nolan movie Interstellar starring Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, and Matt Damon was a massive success, both critically and commercially. It grossed a...
- 5/26/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
It has been 84 years since Catwoman made her debut in the DC Universe; she has been an influential character within the Batman franchise. Over 8 decades, Selina Kyle has been showcased as a cat burglar, a villain, sometimes a hero, and having a romantic interest in The Caped Crusader. Since the Batman franchise has been rebooted over the years, several big names have portrayed The Cat, and each one of them has brought something new to the table, adding to the Cat Burglar’s antihero legacy.
Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman in Batman Returns. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
In the recent adaptations of the Batman films, Zoë Kravitz and Anne Hathaway portrayed the character, who was iconic in the role, but neither of them could match the popularity of Michelle Pfeiffer in the 1992 film. If you had doubts, then, this behind-the-scenes from Batman Returns would make you forget every other actress that has helmed the role.
Michelle Pfeiffer as Catwoman in Batman Returns. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
In the recent adaptations of the Batman films, Zoë Kravitz and Anne Hathaway portrayed the character, who was iconic in the role, but neither of them could match the popularity of Michelle Pfeiffer in the 1992 film. If you had doubts, then, this behind-the-scenes from Batman Returns would make you forget every other actress that has helmed the role.
- 5/26/2024
- by Tushar Auddy
- FandomWire
Christopher Nolan and The Dark Knight Trilogy are two peas in a pod, and people know it quite well. Finding fame and love for giving the world Christian Bale’s Batman alongside Heath Ledger’s Joker, Nolan created a unique version of Batman that the world didn’t expect.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
With iconic and intriguing storylines across the trilogy and some heavenly music by Hans Zimmer, The Dark Knight Trilogy solidified Chris Nolan as a visionary director. Despite the praise that the film received, people seem to think that the fight sequences in the film… aren’t that great.
The Fight Scenes In Batman Begins Were Not That Great!
It was the year 2005 when veteran director Christopher Nolan released the first film of his iconic franchise titled Batman Begins. Starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne aka Batman and Liam Neeson as Ras-al Ghul,...
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight. Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
With iconic and intriguing storylines across the trilogy and some heavenly music by Hans Zimmer, The Dark Knight Trilogy solidified Chris Nolan as a visionary director. Despite the praise that the film received, people seem to think that the fight sequences in the film… aren’t that great.
The Fight Scenes In Batman Begins Were Not That Great!
It was the year 2005 when veteran director Christopher Nolan released the first film of his iconic franchise titled Batman Begins. Starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne aka Batman and Liam Neeson as Ras-al Ghul,...
- 5/26/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
The big-screen adaptations of Ian Fleming’s James Bond have never really been known for being faithful to their source material. Apart from some initial releases, such as On Her Majesty’s Secret Service and Thunderball, most films haven’t gone past the title of the books when it comes to borrowing material for the silver screen.
As a result, after rumors emerged claiming that Christopher Nolan was in talks to make a faithful adaptation of Fleming’s work, fans were elated. But as the story goes, these claims turned out to be false. However, had Quentin Tarantino got the ball running for his version of Casino Royale, fans would’ve witnessed a pretty truthful adaptation of the author’s first Bond novel.
Casino Royale Would’ve Stuck to the Books Had Quentin Tarantino Directed
A still from Casino Royale | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
While with Casino Royale, director Martin Campbell did stick to the books to some extent,...
As a result, after rumors emerged claiming that Christopher Nolan was in talks to make a faithful adaptation of Fleming’s work, fans were elated. But as the story goes, these claims turned out to be false. However, had Quentin Tarantino got the ball running for his version of Casino Royale, fans would’ve witnessed a pretty truthful adaptation of the author’s first Bond novel.
Casino Royale Would’ve Stuck to the Books Had Quentin Tarantino Directed
A still from Casino Royale | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
While with Casino Royale, director Martin Campbell did stick to the books to some extent,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Back in the year 2000, veteran actress Sandra Bullock decided to star in a film titled Miss Congeniality. Starring an ensemble cast of actors like William Shatner, Michael Caine, and, Benjamin Bratt, the film was an R-rated comedy that received great reviews after its release.
Sandra Bullock in Miss Congeniality | Warner Bros. Pictures
Starring alongside Bullock, veteran actor Michael Caine had a scene in the film wherein he has to fondle Sandra Bullock’s bre*sts. Despite the filming being a bit awkward for Bullock, the actress revealed that Michael Caine kept a professional face throughout the shooting of the scene!
Michael Caine, Sandra Bullock, And That Scene From Miss Congeniality
Before we delve into how it happened, we need to talk about “why” that scene happened. Miss Congeniality showed Sandra Bullock as a tom-boyish FBI agent who infiltrates the Miss United States beauty pageant because of a bomb threat.
Michael...
Sandra Bullock in Miss Congeniality | Warner Bros. Pictures
Starring alongside Bullock, veteran actor Michael Caine had a scene in the film wherein he has to fondle Sandra Bullock’s bre*sts. Despite the filming being a bit awkward for Bullock, the actress revealed that Michael Caine kept a professional face throughout the shooting of the scene!
Michael Caine, Sandra Bullock, And That Scene From Miss Congeniality
Before we delve into how it happened, we need to talk about “why” that scene happened. Miss Congeniality showed Sandra Bullock as a tom-boyish FBI agent who infiltrates the Miss United States beauty pageant because of a bomb threat.
Michael...
- 5/25/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Lives of historical figures often get cinematic treatment to tell sweeping tales of real life events. From United States Presidents to their wives and First Ladies, to Supreme Court Justices to scientists and brilliant minds, nobody is off limits, especially if the stories are triumphant. Others have more tragic endings.
The 2024 Academy Awards showed just how popular a biopic can be amongst voters with Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer netting Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor. Actors and actresses do almost anything to become the real-life person they portray in a biopic, from working with movement coaches to wearing prosthetics and makeup to enhance their facial features.
Those looking to learn about influential men and women over the years can find a list of historical biopics can read on for an immersive selection.
Photo : Weinstein Company Courtesy Everett Collection
The Imitation Game (2014)
Based on Alan Turing: The Enigma by Andrew Hodges,...
The 2024 Academy Awards showed just how popular a biopic can be amongst voters with Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer netting Best Picture, Best Director and Best Actor. Actors and actresses do almost anything to become the real-life person they portray in a biopic, from working with movement coaches to wearing prosthetics and makeup to enhance their facial features.
Those looking to learn about influential men and women over the years can find a list of historical biopics can read on for an immersive selection.
Photo : Weinstein Company Courtesy Everett Collection
The Imitation Game (2014)
Based on Alan Turing: The Enigma by Andrew Hodges,...
- 5/25/2024
- by Dessi Gomez
- Deadline Film + TV
Working in a big franchise is a high-risk, high-reward venture for an actor. And even then, the aftermath may not be as favorable as one might think. There are roles that become embedded in the viewers’ minds, like Robert Downey Jr.’s Iron Man or Daisey Ridley’s Rey, which makes it difficult for them to see the performers in a different role.
Daisy Ridley as Rey Skywalker in a still from the Star Wars franchise| Disney
Though being in a highly successful franchise brings them copious amounts of wealth and fame, those looking to expand their resume look for more diverse roles. That’s why Rdj did several offbeat projects after his stint in the MCU, finally landing Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. And Star Wars fame Ridley followed in his footsteps.
Daisy Ridley’s Sometimes I Think About Dying was her attempt to find something new after Star Wars...
Daisy Ridley as Rey Skywalker in a still from the Star Wars franchise| Disney
Though being in a highly successful franchise brings them copious amounts of wealth and fame, those looking to expand their resume look for more diverse roles. That’s why Rdj did several offbeat projects after his stint in the MCU, finally landing Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer. And Star Wars fame Ridley followed in his footsteps.
Daisy Ridley’s Sometimes I Think About Dying was her attempt to find something new after Star Wars...
- 5/24/2024
- by Sayantan Choudhary
- FandomWire
The Second Galactic War escalated after the Helldivers 2 community failed to complete a recent Major Order and players are now speculating that they will face a fusion of bugs and bots soon. Some players have spotted Terminid bodies on Automatons planets, sparking rumors that Automatons are hunting down the bugs to study them.
Helldivers 2
Many players have also claimed that some Automatons have flesh-like components inside them, but it is to be noted that the red liquid that spills out of these Automaton units is oil. To back up this theory, some screenshots have been circulating on social media that show some Automaton units have more than just metal inside them. Players believe that these are hints of a crossover between these two factions.
Helldivers 2 players panic as Automatons may be studying corpses of Terminids
Automaton units in Helldivers 2
A clip is currently going viral on Instagram posted by Gollywamp,...
Helldivers 2
Many players have also claimed that some Automatons have flesh-like components inside them, but it is to be noted that the red liquid that spills out of these Automaton units is oil. To back up this theory, some screenshots have been circulating on social media that show some Automaton units have more than just metal inside them. Players believe that these are hints of a crossover between these two factions.
Helldivers 2 players panic as Automatons may be studying corpses of Terminids
Automaton units in Helldivers 2
A clip is currently going viral on Instagram posted by Gollywamp,...
- 5/24/2024
- by Farhan Asif
- FandomWire
The cape was once the kingmaker. But the movie stars at the top of studios’ most-wanted lists today have largely avoided cinematic universes. Instead of being pulled up to the A-list with a call from Marvel or DC (like earlier breakouts Chris Evans, Gal Gadot and Jason Momoa), today’s top talents — according to THR’s survey of executives, managers and agents — were anointed by auteur directors. Austin Butler was tapped by Baz Luhrmann for Elvis, while Denis Villeneuve gave nearly a third of this list their first franchise movie with his Dune features.
Today’s young stars are also less formulaic than their predecessors of just a decade ago, whose indie debuts or tiny Oscar turns were quickly followed by IP-backed film series. They are more agnostic, too, moving easily among studio filmmaking, indie efforts and television. Unlike past eras, there’s also not a single “type” dominating the group.
Today’s young stars are also less formulaic than their predecessors of just a decade ago, whose indie debuts or tiny Oscar turns were quickly followed by IP-backed film series. They are more agnostic, too, moving easily among studio filmmaking, indie efforts and television. Unlike past eras, there’s also not a single “type” dominating the group.
- 5/24/2024
- by Aaron Couch, Mia Galuppo and Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Helldivers 2 is most certainly one of the most popular live service titles of 2024. Despite being surrounded by controversy because Sony forced users to create Psn IDs and link them to their Steam accounts on PC, it has managed to regain its GotY contender status.
The game team is always prompt in ensuring that the best experience is delivered to the divers, but there are still some areas where players feel buffs and nerfs are required. One such area is the Rocket Sentry, which, per many, requires a significant buff to make it worthwhile.
Helldivers 2 Players Call for a Rocket Sentry Buff Helldivers 2 needs to keep changing its meta as per player feedback to sustain itself.
The director of Helldivers 2, Johan Pilestedt, recently stated that he would want the game to be enjoyed by players ‘forever.’ Ensuring that a game survives the test of time in this day and age can be tricky.
The game team is always prompt in ensuring that the best experience is delivered to the divers, but there are still some areas where players feel buffs and nerfs are required. One such area is the Rocket Sentry, which, per many, requires a significant buff to make it worthwhile.
Helldivers 2 Players Call for a Rocket Sentry Buff Helldivers 2 needs to keep changing its meta as per player feedback to sustain itself.
The director of Helldivers 2, Johan Pilestedt, recently stated that he would want the game to be enjoyed by players ‘forever.’ Ensuring that a game survives the test of time in this day and age can be tricky.
- 5/24/2024
- by Sparsh Jaimini
- FandomWire
Christopher Nolan has constantly had to adapt as a filmmaker.The 53-year-old director has helmed successful blockbusters including 'Inception' and 'Oppenheimer' but explained that he has never worked on any of the ideas he had growing up because of the ever-changing nature of the movie industry.In an interview with Empire magazine, Nolan said: "As a young man, I had a list of, however many I'd worked out, 12 or 13 films... I had a lot of ideas and a lot of very specific things that I was going to do. And I look back and I haven't done any of them; they all changed."When you plan ahead too far in the movie business, you're not taking into account the shifting sands of culture under your feet... (Cinema) evolves. And part of your job as a filmmaker is to be open to being part of that evolution.
- 5/24/2024
- by Joe Graber
- Bang Showbiz
Helldivers 2 often sees waves of suggestions and feedback made by the community. This is encouraged by Arrowhead in the hopes that the community and devs stay transparent with one another and set greater experiments and content updates to look forward to.
The studio’s founder, Johan Pilestedt often uses Twitter as a platform for community feedback and this time, there have been some great topics of suggestions. When he asked the community about what they’d like to see in the game next, one Helldivers 2 player made an excellent suggestion.
A Game Mechanic That Mimics Dark Knight’s Action Sequence The community is more than eager to suggest innovative changes for the game.
When Johan Pilestedt asked about suggestions for new eagle stratagem ideas on Twitter, a user (Blake Henry) had an exciting idea that was inspired by The Dark Night. In the movie, there’s a scene where an...
The studio’s founder, Johan Pilestedt often uses Twitter as a platform for community feedback and this time, there have been some great topics of suggestions. When he asked the community about what they’d like to see in the game next, one Helldivers 2 player made an excellent suggestion.
A Game Mechanic That Mimics Dark Knight’s Action Sequence The community is more than eager to suggest innovative changes for the game.
When Johan Pilestedt asked about suggestions for new eagle stratagem ideas on Twitter, a user (Blake Henry) had an exciting idea that was inspired by The Dark Night. In the movie, there’s a scene where an...
- 5/24/2024
- by Tanay Sharma
- FandomWire
The Dark Knight trilogy saw Gary Oldman step into the role of a good guy. This was a change of pace for the actor, who was used to playing villains throughout his career.
But when he looked at Heath Ledger’s performance as The Joker, Oldman felt it wasn’t too unlike the characters he used to play himself in his younger years.
How Heath Ledger’s Joker could’ve been a ‘Gary Oldman’ role back in the day Heath Ledger | Robert Gauthier/ Getty Images
Out of all the roles he played, Oldman once admitted that he found portraying Commissioner Jim Gordon among his most difficult. Commissioner Gordon was as moral as they came in Christopher Nolan’s Batman series. But Oldman confided that playing someone so good was harder than it looked.
“The good guy, the incorruptible, straight as an arrow Jim Gordon,” Oldman once reflected on BBC Radio 1.
But when he looked at Heath Ledger’s performance as The Joker, Oldman felt it wasn’t too unlike the characters he used to play himself in his younger years.
How Heath Ledger’s Joker could’ve been a ‘Gary Oldman’ role back in the day Heath Ledger | Robert Gauthier/ Getty Images
Out of all the roles he played, Oldman once admitted that he found portraying Commissioner Jim Gordon among his most difficult. Commissioner Gordon was as moral as they came in Christopher Nolan’s Batman series. But Oldman confided that playing someone so good was harder than it looked.
“The good guy, the incorruptible, straight as an arrow Jim Gordon,” Oldman once reflected on BBC Radio 1.
- 5/24/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Glen Powell is an iconic actor known for portraying the role of Lt. Jake ‘Hangman’ Seresin alongside Tom Cruise in the 2022 film Top Gun: Maverick. The actor recently talked about Harrison Ford, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Antonio Banderas, the likes of whom once gave him the same advice back in the early 2010s!
Glen Powell as Hangman in Top Gun: Maverick | Paramount Pictures
Starring alongside Tom Cruise and finding worldwide fame and love, the actor has appeared in countless unforgettable roles, including one in the 2014 film The Expendables 3. That’s when the three veteran actors gave Powell the same advice.
Glen Powell Was Advised The Same Thing By 3 Veteran Actors!
Born in 1988, Glen Powell spent his childhood watching veteran actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Antonio Banderas, and Harrison Ford wreak havoc on the television and theater screens. Being obsessed with the early 80s and 90s heroes, Powell got the opportunity to...
Glen Powell as Hangman in Top Gun: Maverick | Paramount Pictures
Starring alongside Tom Cruise and finding worldwide fame and love, the actor has appeared in countless unforgettable roles, including one in the 2014 film The Expendables 3. That’s when the three veteran actors gave Powell the same advice.
Glen Powell Was Advised The Same Thing By 3 Veteran Actors!
Born in 1988, Glen Powell spent his childhood watching veteran actors like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Antonio Banderas, and Harrison Ford wreak havoc on the television and theater screens. Being obsessed with the early 80s and 90s heroes, Powell got the opportunity to...
- 5/23/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
Denis Villeneuve has flown through the ranks of Hollywood very quickly. Although he has been making massively successful and critically acclaimed projects for years, his name has only recently entered the mainstream media after he started working on the Dune series. Since then, his filmmaking has been appreciated for the gift that it is, and respect has been put in his name.
Bene Gesserit in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two [Credit: Warner Bros.]Several other directors have experienced similar treatment in Hollywood, and it would seem that Villeneuve has a special place in his heart for one of them. Recently, the director was asked about his favorite director, and his answer might shock many.
Who is Denis Villeneuve’s Favorite Director?
When it comes to Hollywood, there are several directors who are frequently talked about as some of the greatest. Among them, Martin Scorsese has been given the highest regard.
Bene Gesserit in Denis Villeneuve’s Dune: Part Two [Credit: Warner Bros.]Several other directors have experienced similar treatment in Hollywood, and it would seem that Villeneuve has a special place in his heart for one of them. Recently, the director was asked about his favorite director, and his answer might shock many.
Who is Denis Villeneuve’s Favorite Director?
When it comes to Hollywood, there are several directors who are frequently talked about as some of the greatest. Among them, Martin Scorsese has been given the highest regard.
- 5/23/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Kevin Conroy has portrayed Batman more often than anyone else, appearing in a variety of animated films, TV series, and, of course, video games. Part of what made the late actor so iconic was his distinctive way of delivering the richness of dynamic dialogue that became essential to the Batman character.
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
The actor has the ability to turn any line from the Caped Crusader into gold, even lines delivered by other Batman actors. On that note, back in 2017, Conroy spoke with Rob Paulsen on Nerdist’s Talkin’ Toons podcast and skillfully narrated Christian Bale’s epic speech from The Dark Knight’s climactic scene.
Kevin Conroy (Credit: Gage Skidmore | Wikimedia Commons)
Conroy and Paulsen (voicing Commissioner Gordon) delivered their lines in a single take, approaching the sequence as though it were a radio play.
Even though it is obvious that the scene lacked the polished feel of Conroy’s work...
- 5/23/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
Fans of the DC superhero Batman have recently been looking for a hidden villain in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy. Starring Christian Bale as the Caped Crusader, the beloved film series introduced multiple adversaries of the superhero, from Scarecrow, The Joker, and Bane to the likes of Harvey Dent and Talia Al Ghul.
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight | Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment
However, a new fan-made image has sparked speculation among fans, suggesting that the final installment in the trilogy might have included another villain, Deathstroke, with a CIA agent role, portrayed by the Irish actor Aidan Gillen in the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises.
Did Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises feature Deathstroke?
Each film in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy focuses on a Batman villain. Along with the lead antagonist, the filmmaker also utilized other Batman villains in the film series. And...
Christian Bale in The Dark Knight | Credits: Warner Bros. Entertainment
However, a new fan-made image has sparked speculation among fans, suggesting that the final installment in the trilogy might have included another villain, Deathstroke, with a CIA agent role, portrayed by the Irish actor Aidan Gillen in the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises.
Did Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight Rises feature Deathstroke?
Each film in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight trilogy focuses on a Batman villain. Along with the lead antagonist, the filmmaker also utilized other Batman villains in the film series. And...
- 5/23/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Over the course of his career, Christopher Nolan has become more than just a director – he’s practically a genre within himself. Whether he’s making historical dramas or mind-bending thrillers, or superhero crime sagas, all of his works are… well, Nolan-esque. And if there’s a filmmaker who feels like a true contemporary of Nolan, who’s risen to similarly cerebral blockbusterdom in recent years, whose films sometimes contain noticeably Nolan-esque touches, it’s Denis Villeneuve. Like Nolan, Villeneuve began with ambitious indie fare, before entering the studio system and conjuring seismic cinematic feats like Dune.
Now, in Empire’s Christopher Nolan Special Collector’s Edition, Villeneuve has paid tribute to his fellow filmmaker – writing exclusively for Empire on his trailblazing friend. And, in his own words, Villeneuve likens Nolan to some of the all-time greats. “Chris Marker, Rod Serling, Tarkovsky, Kubrick… Christopher Nolan belongs to this group of artists: the time explorers,...
Now, in Empire’s Christopher Nolan Special Collector’s Edition, Villeneuve has paid tribute to his fellow filmmaker – writing exclusively for Empire on his trailblazing friend. And, in his own words, Villeneuve likens Nolan to some of the all-time greats. “Chris Marker, Rod Serling, Tarkovsky, Kubrick… Christopher Nolan belongs to this group of artists: the time explorers,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr., and Keanu Reeves are three of the most prominent stars in Hollywood. Pitt was at the beginning of his career giving fans acclaimed movies like Thelma & Louise in 1991 but the actor lost a movie role he wanted in the same year and it also happened to Downey Jr. and Reeves.
William Baldwin, Donald Sutherland in Backdraft. Credit: Universal Pictures
The impact of losing the role upon all three stars may seem insignificant considering their remarkable cinematic career but the loss of a movie may hit hard. After their horrible auditions for Ron Howard’s Backdraft, the trio lost the role to William Baldwin. The movie could have been in the resume of one of the actors.
Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr. And Keanu Reeves Lost A Role To William Baldwin Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr., and Keanu Reeves. Credit: MGM, Fine Line Features, and...
William Baldwin, Donald Sutherland in Backdraft. Credit: Universal Pictures
The impact of losing the role upon all three stars may seem insignificant considering their remarkable cinematic career but the loss of a movie may hit hard. After their horrible auditions for Ron Howard’s Backdraft, the trio lost the role to William Baldwin. The movie could have been in the resume of one of the actors.
Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr. And Keanu Reeves Lost A Role To William Baldwin Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr., and Keanu Reeves. Credit: MGM, Fine Line Features, and...
- 5/23/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Few filmmakers can boast a filmography like Christopher Nolan. The legendary director has risen to all-time-great since his arrival in the ‘90s, moving from cerebral indie fare like Memento and Following, to none-more-ambitious brain-twisting blockbusters like Inception and the Oscar-dominating Oppenheimer. Factor in one of the greatest superhero trilogies of all time with the Dark Knight movies, bold originals like Interstellar and Tenet, and instant-classic thrillers like The Prestige and Dunkirk, and you have a body of work for the ages. And as the director tells Empire, none of it worked out quite how he expected.
For Empire's Christopher Nolan Special Collector’s Edition, we sat down with Nolan – and his producing partner and wife Emma Thomas – for a major new career-spanning interview, looking back on everything they’ve achieved. For such a meticulous filmmaker, it’ll be no surprise that Nolan always had a plan. “As a young man,...
For Empire's Christopher Nolan Special Collector’s Edition, we sat down with Nolan – and his producing partner and wife Emma Thomas – for a major new career-spanning interview, looking back on everything they’ve achieved. For such a meticulous filmmaker, it’ll be no surprise that Nolan always had a plan. “As a young man,...
- 5/23/2024
- by Ben Travis
- Empire - Movies
Most Marvel fans have been worried sick to stomach about Kang following Jonathan Major’s dismissal from the Marvel Studios after the actor’s conviction for assaulting and harassing his ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari. But Major’s Kang was a big bad in the making for Avengers: The Kang Dynasty.
Jonathan Majors as Kang. Credit: Marvel Studios
After Kang’s cameo in Loki season 1, the character played a crucial role not just being the villain of Ant-Man & the Wasp in Quantumania but also setting the tone of the potential upcoming projects from Marvel. Now, recent Marvel reports revealed two potential changes for the upcoming MCU flick.
Avengers 5 Will be Nothing Like Avengers: Endgame
Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. Credit: Marvel Studios
The Infinity Saga had a near-perfect establishment and, of course, a perfect ending with Avengers: Endgame which left fans in awe. Avengers: Endgame was a multiversal treat for fans and...
Jonathan Majors as Kang. Credit: Marvel Studios
After Kang’s cameo in Loki season 1, the character played a crucial role not just being the villain of Ant-Man & the Wasp in Quantumania but also setting the tone of the potential upcoming projects from Marvel. Now, recent Marvel reports revealed two potential changes for the upcoming MCU flick.
Avengers 5 Will be Nothing Like Avengers: Endgame
Avengers: The Kang Dynasty. Credit: Marvel Studios
The Infinity Saga had a near-perfect establishment and, of course, a perfect ending with Avengers: Endgame which left fans in awe. Avengers: Endgame was a multiversal treat for fans and...
- 5/23/2024
- by Lachit Roy
- FandomWire
Harry Potter welcomed Gary Oldman with open arms when he was cast as Sirius Black. After playing the character, who compared the role of Sirius to Shakespeare. Although it might not be for the reasons some might think.
Gary Oldman compared playing Sirius Black to Shakespeare Gary Oldman | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Oldman might’ve found playing Sirius Black a bit more surface-level than his usual characters. Way back in 2004, he was pretty upfront that he only took the role because it was available work. The Harry Potter franchise’s appeal to kids was also a bonus seeing as Oldman had a family of his own.
“Well, I needed the work – that’s the honest answer,” Oldman once told The Telegraph (via Hpana). “I haven’t worked for a while, a couple of years. So I thought it would be nice to get back to work and earn some money. Pay the bills.
Gary Oldman compared playing Sirius Black to Shakespeare Gary Oldman | Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic
Oldman might’ve found playing Sirius Black a bit more surface-level than his usual characters. Way back in 2004, he was pretty upfront that he only took the role because it was available work. The Harry Potter franchise’s appeal to kids was also a bonus seeing as Oldman had a family of his own.
“Well, I needed the work – that’s the honest answer,” Oldman once told The Telegraph (via Hpana). “I haven’t worked for a while, a couple of years. So I thought it would be nice to get back to work and earn some money. Pay the bills.
- 5/23/2024
- by Antonio Stallings
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Christopher Nolan revealed to Empire in an interview that his filmography owes a lot to James Bond films. The director is known for his often non-linear narrative and a commitment to making groundbreaking films, and now it seems a lot of that comes from a love for Bond films.
Batman Begins | Warner Brothers
While inspiration that Nolan has taken from the franchise is clear in films like Tenet, there is another film from the director that takes clear cues from the Bond franchise: his Batman trilogy, starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne and Gary Oldman as Commissioner Gordon.
Christopher Nolan “plundered” from Bond movies
Daniel Craig as James Bond in No Time To Die | MGM
Bond films usually have some of the best spy action ever put to the big screen, and deal with balancing cerebral plots with action set pieces that are also reminiscent of the spy thrillers of old.
Batman Begins | Warner Brothers
While inspiration that Nolan has taken from the franchise is clear in films like Tenet, there is another film from the director that takes clear cues from the Bond franchise: his Batman trilogy, starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne and Gary Oldman as Commissioner Gordon.
Christopher Nolan “plundered” from Bond movies
Daniel Craig as James Bond in No Time To Die | MGM
Bond films usually have some of the best spy action ever put to the big screen, and deal with balancing cerebral plots with action set pieces that are also reminiscent of the spy thrillers of old.
- 5/22/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
While these are more space fantasy than true sci-fi, the genre's core purpose is to offer commentary on our present and possible future. Films like Stanley Kubrick's 2001: A Space Odyssey, Christopher Nolan's Interstellar, and Ridley Scott's The Martian are exemplary in their scientific fidelity. However, one film stands out for its unparalleled accuracy: Ron Howard's Apollo 13.
The Story of the Failed, Yet Heroic Flight to the Moon
"Apollo 13" is not your typical sci-fi movie but rather a science space drama with fictional elements, dramatizing the perilous events of the April 1970 space mission. Directed by Ron Howard, known for films like Willow, A Beautiful Mind, and The Da Vinci Code, and written by William Broyles Jr. and Al Reinert, the movie meticulously recreates the dangerous mission.
The film's all-star cast, including Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, Bill Paxton, Gary Sinise, and Ed Harris, delivers stellar...
The Story of the Failed, Yet Heroic Flight to the Moon
"Apollo 13" is not your typical sci-fi movie but rather a science space drama with fictional elements, dramatizing the perilous events of the April 1970 space mission. Directed by Ron Howard, known for films like Willow, A Beautiful Mind, and The Da Vinci Code, and written by William Broyles Jr. and Al Reinert, the movie meticulously recreates the dangerous mission.
The film's all-star cast, including Tom Hanks, Kevin Bacon, Bill Paxton, Gary Sinise, and Ed Harris, delivers stellar...
- 5/22/2024
- by louise.everitt@startefacts.com (Louise Everitt)
- STartefacts.com
The crowd at Los Angeles’ DGA Theater was treated to two Nolans for the price of one on Tuesday night, as Christopher Nolan joined brother Jonathan Nolan for a For Your Consideration event in support of the latter’s Fallout series.
Jonathan executive produced the Prime Video show — based on the popular video game exploring a postapocalyptic Los Angeles — as well as directed three of the episodes. The Oppenheimer filmmaker brought Jonathan to the stage by introducing him as “my baby brother,” as the two dove into a wide-ranging chat that touched on their previous collaboration on The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises (which they co-wrote and Christopher directed).
Jonathan noted at one point that in forming a video game into a series, “I watched the way that you adapted Batman from comic books to film and I think the underlying idea was treated with respect, not to...
Jonathan executive produced the Prime Video show — based on the popular video game exploring a postapocalyptic Los Angeles — as well as directed three of the episodes. The Oppenheimer filmmaker brought Jonathan to the stage by introducing him as “my baby brother,” as the two dove into a wide-ranging chat that touched on their previous collaboration on The Dark Knight and The Dark Knight Rises (which they co-wrote and Christopher directed).
Jonathan noted at one point that in forming a video game into a series, “I watched the way that you adapted Batman from comic books to film and I think the underlying idea was treated with respect, not to...
- 5/22/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Hollywood star Gary Oldman recently reflected on his previous remarks about his performance in the Harry Potter franchise. The actor played the role of Sirius Black, the titular character’s godfather, starting with the 2004 film The Prisoner of Azkaban. Despite earning critical acclaim, he called his own performance in the franchise “mediocre,” arguing that it could have been much better if he had read J.K. Rowling’s original book series.
Gary Oldman as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter films | Credit: Warner Bros.
During a recent press conference at Cannes for his new film Parthenope, Oldman clarified his statements about his performance in the beloved franchise, as he said that he did not mean to offend anyone with his remarks.
Gary Oldman Clarified His Remarks About His Harry Potter Character
Speaking at a Cannes press conference, Gary Oldman was asked about his statement about his performance as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter franchise.
Gary Oldman as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter films | Credit: Warner Bros.
During a recent press conference at Cannes for his new film Parthenope, Oldman clarified his statements about his performance in the beloved franchise, as he said that he did not mean to offend anyone with his remarks.
Gary Oldman Clarified His Remarks About His Harry Potter Character
Speaking at a Cannes press conference, Gary Oldman was asked about his statement about his performance as Sirius Black in the Harry Potter franchise.
- 5/22/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Donna Langley has done it all. She slowly worked her way up the ranks at Universal Studios and now runs the whole entertainment side of NBCUniversal — motion pictures, Focus Features, television, and Peacock.
She’s one of the Hollywood executives who knows talent and how to make good, commercial movies. She’s kept the “Fast and the Furious” franchise going strong and landed Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer,” which scored almost $1 billion for the studio, along with seven Oscar wins, including Best Picture.
In short, she knows what she’s doing and, at a wide-ranging Kering Women in Motion chat at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this week, where she was on hand to accept her award as the 2024 Women In Motion Award honoree, Variety’s co-editor-in-chief Ramin Setoodeh tried to pry some of her genius out of her to share.
Where is the business now?
“What are we experiencing across...
She’s one of the Hollywood executives who knows talent and how to make good, commercial movies. She’s kept the “Fast and the Furious” franchise going strong and landed Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer,” which scored almost $1 billion for the studio, along with seven Oscar wins, including Best Picture.
In short, she knows what she’s doing and, at a wide-ranging Kering Women in Motion chat at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this week, where she was on hand to accept her award as the 2024 Women In Motion Award honoree, Variety’s co-editor-in-chief Ramin Setoodeh tried to pry some of her genius out of her to share.
Where is the business now?
“What are we experiencing across...
- 5/22/2024
- by Anne Thompson
- Indiewire
Francis Ford Coppola is best known for his work on The Godfather trilogy. The accomplished filmmaker is one of the era-defining filmmakers of the 70s up to the 90s, where he made some of the best works of his career. Apocalypse Now, The Outsiders, Peggy Sue Got Married, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, and The Rainmaker were some of his other great works.
Adam Driver as Cesar Catilina in Megalopolis | American Zoetrope
The director is coming up with his next ambitious film, Megalopolis, his return as a director after almost 14 years. The film was recently screened at Cannes, with the cast and Coppola talking about the movie at a press conference. The director spoke about how he was able to self-finance the film after selling off his successful winery that he started in 2008.
Francis Ford Coppola Started His Own Winery Chain That Helped Fund Megalopolis Francis Ford Coppola started his winery...
Adam Driver as Cesar Catilina in Megalopolis | American Zoetrope
The director is coming up with his next ambitious film, Megalopolis, his return as a director after almost 14 years. The film was recently screened at Cannes, with the cast and Coppola talking about the movie at a press conference. The director spoke about how he was able to self-finance the film after selling off his successful winery that he started in 2008.
Francis Ford Coppola Started His Own Winery Chain That Helped Fund Megalopolis Francis Ford Coppola started his winery...
- 5/22/2024
- by Rahul Thokchom
- FandomWire
It is no secret that Marisa Tomei’s entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe with Spider-Man: Homecoming left fans breathless, the same way she once captivated Robert Downey Jr. during their brief romance years ago. Now, in a viral video flaunting her impeccable style and seemingly ageless beauty, Tomei is the talk of town once again.
Marisa Tomei as Aunt May in the Spider-Man franchise. | Marvel
The internet’s beloved Aunt May, Marisa Tomei, has stirred up quite a storm, as viewers now find themselves in a state of disbelief, marveling at her flawless figure and radiant skin. It’s hard to believe that she’s nearing 60, causing quite a stir online.
Fans Can’t Believe Marisa Tomei Is Almost 60, Especially After Watching This Video!
Marisa Tomei, currently 59 years old, boasts a career spanning several decades in acting. She’s earned two nominations for Best Supporting Actress Oscars. In the 90s,...
Marisa Tomei as Aunt May in the Spider-Man franchise. | Marvel
The internet’s beloved Aunt May, Marisa Tomei, has stirred up quite a storm, as viewers now find themselves in a state of disbelief, marveling at her flawless figure and radiant skin. It’s hard to believe that she’s nearing 60, causing quite a stir online.
Fans Can’t Believe Marisa Tomei Is Almost 60, Especially After Watching This Video!
Marisa Tomei, currently 59 years old, boasts a career spanning several decades in acting. She’s earned two nominations for Best Supporting Actress Oscars. In the 90s,...
- 5/22/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
Renowned for his visionary filmmaking, Christopher Nolan has established a strong working relationship with a select group of actors, including Christian Bale, Cillian Murphy, and Michael Caine, who has starred in every Nolan film since Batman Begins, including The Dark Knight Trilogy, Inception, The Prestige, Interstellar, and Tanet, along with an uncredited cameo in Dunkirk.
Christian Bale, Michael Caine, and Christopher Nolan on the set of The Dark Knight | Credit: IMDb
His seamless presence in these movies has been so remarkable that when Caine declined to star in Oppenheimer, the filmmaker turned to an ensemble of Hollywood heavyweights to fill the void left by his most frequent collaborator.
Michael Caine Declined Christopher Nolan’s Offer to Star in Oppenheimer
Michael Caine has been the most frequent collaborator of Christopher Nolan, having worked together on seven films since their first movie together Batman Begins. However, their long-standing partnership was interrupted by the 2023 Oscar-winning film,...
Christian Bale, Michael Caine, and Christopher Nolan on the set of The Dark Knight | Credit: IMDb
His seamless presence in these movies has been so remarkable that when Caine declined to star in Oppenheimer, the filmmaker turned to an ensemble of Hollywood heavyweights to fill the void left by his most frequent collaborator.
Michael Caine Declined Christopher Nolan’s Offer to Star in Oppenheimer
Michael Caine has been the most frequent collaborator of Christopher Nolan, having worked together on seven films since their first movie together Batman Begins. However, their long-standing partnership was interrupted by the 2023 Oscar-winning film,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Dwayne Johnson is nearly unrecognizable in the first look at his upcoming A24 drama “The Smashing Machine,” directed by Benny Safdie and co-starring his “Jungle Cruise” screen partner Emily Blunt. The film casts Johnson as legendary Mma fighter Mark Kerr, who struggled with addiction and his marriage while becoming an icon of the sport. Blunt is starring as Dawn Staples, Kerr’s wife. The film is currently in production.
While Johnson looks typically ripped as Kerr in “The Smashing Machine” first look, he also appears to be sporting some facial prosthetics to help him transform into the Mma legend. Kerr was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion and World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner. Over the course of his career, he won over two dozen Mma titles.
“The Smashing Machine” marks the solo feature directorial debut of Safdie, who collaborated with his brother Josh on A24’s indie hits such...
While Johnson looks typically ripped as Kerr in “The Smashing Machine” first look, he also appears to be sporting some facial prosthetics to help him transform into the Mma legend. Kerr was a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion and World Vale Tudo Championship tournament winner. Over the course of his career, he won over two dozen Mma titles.
“The Smashing Machine” marks the solo feature directorial debut of Safdie, who collaborated with his brother Josh on A24’s indie hits such...
- 5/21/2024
- by Zack Sharf
- Variety Film + TV
One would think Christopher Nolan holds the ultimate power over his movies. Thus, it would be rare for anyone to challenge his vision. Yet, Leonardo DiCaprio, being Leonardo DiCaprio, achieved the impossible and persuaded Nolan to alter his approach to crafting Inception. This collaboration birthed a cinematic masterpiece, to say the least.
Christopher Nolan on the set of Inception | Warner Bros. Picture
Blending Nolan’s signature style with DiCaprio’s insight gave the audience the best things to ever exist. The actor’s influence nudged the director towards a depth that resonated profoundly with audiences worldwide.
Leonardo DiCaprio Demanded Christopher Nolan to Change Inception’s Original Idea
Inception, a masterpiece, owes its brilliance not solely to Christopher Nolan but also to Leonardo DiCaprio‘s pivotal role that was beyond just acting. While Nolan envisioned a mind-bending sci-fi, DiCaprio injected humanity, exploring grief and loss. The actor’s nudges steered the film towards uncharted emotional depths,...
Christopher Nolan on the set of Inception | Warner Bros. Picture
Blending Nolan’s signature style with DiCaprio’s insight gave the audience the best things to ever exist. The actor’s influence nudged the director towards a depth that resonated profoundly with audiences worldwide.
Leonardo DiCaprio Demanded Christopher Nolan to Change Inception’s Original Idea
Inception, a masterpiece, owes its brilliance not solely to Christopher Nolan but also to Leonardo DiCaprio‘s pivotal role that was beyond just acting. While Nolan envisioned a mind-bending sci-fi, DiCaprio injected humanity, exploring grief and loss. The actor’s nudges steered the film towards uncharted emotional depths,...
- 5/21/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
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