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Burt Reynolds Almost Became James Bond Until Producer Said No
The Hollywood legend came surprisingly close to landing the iconic spy role in the 1970s, but one powerful decision-maker had different ideas about who should play 007.
December 19, 2025 2:39 pm
Holland's Marvel Trap vs Chalamet's Prestige Strategy
Two young Hollywood stars are taking dramatically different career paths. One remains locked in superhero success while the other builds critical acclaim through diverse roles and acclaimed directors.
December 18, 2025 8:20 pm
47 Ronin Director Faces 20 Years for $11M Netflix Scam
Carl Erik Rinsch, who directed Keanu Reeves in the 2013 flop 47 Ronin, has been convicted of defrauding Netflix out of $11 million intended for a TV series that never got made.
December 14, 2025 11:17 am
Burt Reynolds Turned Down Batman Role, Called It Career Mistake
The legendary actor almost donned the cape and cowl in the 1960s TV series but walked away, fearing he couldn't handle the campy superhero role that eventually made Adam West famous.
December 12, 2025 10:19 am
Fallout Season 2 Takes Creative Risks Without Picking New Vegas Canon
The upcoming Fallout TV series navigates the challenge of honoring player choices from New Vegas while crafting fresh storylines that won't alienate longtime fans of the beloved RPG.
December 11, 2025 3:49 pm
J.K. Rowling: How Failure Forged a Billion-Dollar Empire
Long before the world knew Harry Potter, J.K. Rowling was a struggling single mother facing constant rejection. Explore the incredible story of her persistence, the shrewd business deals that secured her fortune, and the controversies that now define her legacy.
December 8, 2025 10:27 am
The 'Ballsy Move' That Saved Jeff Bridges' Darkest Movie Ending
Sometimes, filmmakers have to fight for their creative vision against studio demands. For one Jeff Bridges thriller, the director came up with a risky plan to protect his bleak, shocking conclusion. He decided to film a second, intentionally awful finale, hoping it would force the executives' hands.
December 4, 2025 2:45 pm
Edgar Wright Admits His Cult Show Almost Went Too Far
Famed director Edgar Wright is known for his distinct cinematic voice. But looking back at his breakout TV series, he reveals one specific episode that still makes him uneasy—a moment he believes came dangerously close to derailing the entire project. What was the scene that almost ruined it all?
December 4, 2025 12:58 pm
Ruth Wilson Names the One Bizarre Show That Changed Television Forever
Acclaimed actress Ruth Wilson has starred in some of television's most celebrated dramas, but one iconic and surreal series from her childhood left a lasting impression. Discover the show she credits with transforming the medium and why its strange, haunting world continues to resonate with her today.
December 3, 2025 10:04 am
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