Box office success can never be guaranteed, even for blockbusters, but a lot of hype helps.
Director’s sensitive look back home
The theatricality of the Catholic liturgy is a natural lure for filmmakers, whether their intentions are honourable or subversive.
Oscar hopefuls aren’t all the best
The nine nominations for best motion picture in the Hollywood Academy Awards don’t tell the full story of last year’s…
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History creates Oscar bait
Movies “based on actual events” are often sure bets in the annual Hollywood awards season.
Churchill at his finest
From his role as British naval secretary during the ill-fated Gallipoli landings, his leadership in World War II to the…
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