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'Doctor Strange 2' banned in Saudi Arabia over queer character

Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness has been banned in Saudi Arabia over the inclusion of a queer character in the film. The new Marvel sequel focused on Benedict Cumberbatch‘s titular character is due to roll out globally at the beginning of next month. However, following rumours of a ban, The Hollywood Reporter has […]

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Steven Spielberg explains how his parents’ divorce inspired ‘E.T.’

Steven Spielberg has explained how his parents’ divorce inspired his classic movie E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. The film is celebrating its 40th anniversary after being released in 1982. The acclaimed director’s parents split up in 1966, when he was still a high school student. READ MORE: Steven Spielberg’s 10 Greatest Films During an appearance at the Turner […]

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Will Smith makes first public appearance since Oscars slap

Will Smith has been spotted in public for the first time since his infamous slap of Chris Rock at last month’s Oscars. READ MORE: The story of Slapgate: Will Smith and Chris Rock’s relationship through the years In an incident that has since gone down in history, Smith struck the comedian onstage during the Academy Awards […]

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Films with “authentic inclusive representation” make more money, study claims

A study has found films can earn millions more at the box office if they have authentic cultural depictions which are free from stereotypes. The report, published by UCLA’s Center for Scholars and Storytellers (CSS) and the CAA Foundation’s Full Story Initiative (FSI), researched the impact of authentic inclusive representation (measured as AIR scores) on […]

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Watch Colin Farrell’s transformation into Penguin for 'The Batman'

A new video has been released showing Colin Farrell’s transformation into the Penguin for The Batman. In the clip, the actor is seen undergoing the four-hour prosthetic overhaul to become the Batman villain, led by make-up artist Mike Marino. READ MORE: Paul Dano: “Nirvana became a part of my Riddler” “I will say it’s one of […]