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Most folks love movies; some good, some not so good. If the film is good, we usually feel a transcendental kinship to the actors, and to a lesser extent, the directors. The better the actors, directors the more we are drawn to their brilliance, like a moth to a flame.

“Sound of Freedom” is dominating in 18 Latin American countries after it took over the number one spot at the box office on its opening weekend following the film’s release on August 31.
“Sound of Freedom” is dominating in 18 Latin American countries after it took over the number one spot at the box office on its opening weekend following the film’s release on August 31.
 
Jennifer Aniston said she’s tired of “cancel culture” during a recent interview, suggesting that she would probably be canceled for saying so.
Jennifer Aniston said she’s tired of “cancel culture” during a recent interview, suggesting that she would probably be canceled for saying so.
 
Keri Russell recently said she was “lucky” to leave “The All-New Mickey Mouse Club” with her “sanity” and “dignity” because others weren’t as fortunate, without explaining further.
Keri Russell recently said she was “lucky” to leave “The All-New Mickey Mouse Club” with her “sanity” and “dignity” because others weren’t as fortunate, without explaining further.
 
A retired professional football player whose life story became the basis for the Oscar-winning movie “The Blind Side,” says the white, wealthy family who took him in never actually adopted him, as the film suggests.
A retired professional football player whose life story became the basis for the Oscar-winning movie “The Blind Side,” says the white, wealthy family who took him in never actually adopted him, as the film suggests.
 
“Sound of Freedom” writer-director Alejandro Monteverde opened up about the possibility of a sequel to the hit that has become the highest-grossing indie film since 2019’s “Parasite.”
“Sound of Freedom” writer-director Alejandro Monteverde opened up about the possibility of a sequel to the hit that has become the highest-grossing indie film since 2019’s “Parasite.”
 
Actress Sandra Bullock put her Hollywood career on hold to care for her longtime boyfriend, Bryan Randall, after he was diagnosed with a debilitating terminal disease.
Actress Sandra Bullock put her Hollywood career on hold to care for her longtime boyfriend, Bryan Randall, after he was diagnosed with a debilitating terminal disease.
 
Jim Caviezel sent a message of thanks to fans as his new movie “Sound of Freedom” surpassed the $150 million mark at the box office.
Jim Caviezel sent a message of thanks to fans as his new movie “Sound of Freedom” surpassed the $150 million mark at the box office.
 
“Sound of Freedom” has scored another victory after it was announced that the hit film will be adding several hundred additional screens in theaters across the country in the film’s fourth week out — after soaring pass the $100 million mark at the box office.
“Sound of Freedom” has scored another victory after it was announced that the hit film will be adding several hundred additional screens in theaters across the country in the film’s fourth week out — after soaring pass the $100 million mark at the box office.
 
The 75th Primetime Emmys will not air on September 18 as previously scheduled due to the ongoing strikes in Hollywood, according to a Thursday report from Variety.
The 75th Primetime Emmys will not air on September 18 as previously scheduled due to the ongoing strikes in Hollywood, according to a Thursday report from Variety.
 
Actor Dennis Quaid has been open about his struggle with addiction over the years, and now he’s discussing the benefits of staying sober and relying on his faith in a higher power.
Actor Dennis Quaid has been open about his struggle with addiction over the years, and now he’s discussing the benefits of staying sober and relying on his faith in a higher power.
 
Reviews for Christopher Nolan’s historical drama “Oppenheimer” have been incredibly positive so far, but some viewers couldn’t help but point out what they’re calling a historical discrepancy in the film.
Reviews for Christopher Nolan’s historical drama “Oppenheimer” have been incredibly positive so far, but some viewers couldn’t help but point out what they’re calling a historical discrepancy in the film.
 
Actor Cillian Murphy admitted he went to unhealthy extremes while dieting for his titular role in the Christopher Nolan film “Oppenheimer.”
Actor Cillian Murphy admitted he went to unhealthy extremes while dieting for his titular role in the Christopher Nolan film “Oppenheimer.”
 
One former top Hollywood exec has a radical solution for ending multiple union strikes.
 
The studio behind the hit film “Sound of Freedom” said Thursday that rumors of AMC Theatres trying to sabotage the movie are unfounded.
The studio behind the hit film “Sound of Freedom” said Thursday that rumors of AMC Theatres trying to sabotage the movie are unfounded.
 
“Succession” star Brian Cox blasted “woke culture” and millennials who he said happen to be the current arbiters online that are “shaming” people and trying to cancel those with who don’t agree with them.
“Succession” star Brian Cox blasted “woke culture” and millennials who he said happen to be the current arbiters online that are “shaming” people and trying to cancel those with who don’t agree with them.
 
“Sound of Freedom” has been dominating box offices across the country in places like Florida and Texas its first weekend out after taking the number one spot across the country on its release day July 4.
“Sound of Freedom” has been dominating box offices across the country in places like Florida and Texas its first weekend out after taking the number one spot across the country on its release day July 4.
 
Jim Caviezel thanked supporters for “not letting the media silence” his new film “Sound of Freedom” which deals with the horrors of human trafficking, saying “saving children should never be a controversy.”
Jim Caviezel thanked supporters for “not letting the media silence” his new film “Sound of Freedom” which deals with the horrors of human trafficking, saying “saving children should never be a controversy.”
 
Taylor Sheridan, creator of the hit series “Yellowstone,” recently did an interview with The Hollywood Reporter discussing his thoughts on the show coming to an end with lead actor Kevin Costner exiting.
Taylor Sheridan, creator of the hit series “Yellowstone,” recently did an interview with The Hollywood Reporter discussing his thoughts on the show coming to an end with lead actor Kevin Costner exiting.
 
Tom Cruise went viral after he posted incredible behind-the-scenes shots from his upcoming film “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” that showed how a high-speed train sequence came together.
Tom Cruise went viral after he posted incredible behind-the-scenes shots from his upcoming film “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One” that showed how a high-speed train sequence came together.
 
Director Christopher Nolan said fan reactions to “Oppenheimer” have been good so far, with many viewers stunned into silence after seeing the highly anticipated drama.
Director Christopher Nolan said fan reactions to “Oppenheimer” have been good so far, with many viewers stunned into silence after seeing the highly anticipated drama.
 
“Passion of the Christ” actor Jim Caviezel had some strong words for what he describes as “weak” Christians.
“Passion of the Christ” actor Jim Caviezel had some strong words for what he describes as “weak” Christians.
 
“Sound of Freedom” has “topped the $10 million” mark in presales at the box office just two days ahead of the release of the movie-in theaters in the United States and Canada-that deals with the horrors of human trafficking.
“Sound of Freedom” has “topped the $10 million” mark in presales at the box office just two days ahead of the release of the movie-in theaters in the United States and Canada-that deals with the horrors of human trafficking.
 
Actor Russell Crowe said he’s taken so many questions about the upcoming film “Gladiator 2” that producers should pay him.
Actor Russell Crowe said he’s taken so many questions about the upcoming film “Gladiator 2” that producers should pay him.
 
Oscar-winning star Alan Arkin has died at the age of 89 after a successful career in Hollywood and on Broadway, his sons confirmed to People magazine.
Oscar-winning star Alan Arkin has died at the age of 89 after a successful career in Hollywood and on Broadway, his sons confirmed to People magazine.
 
Actor Kevin Spacey said he isn’t concerned about the future of his Hollywood career despite current and past sexual assault charges.
Actor Kevin Spacey said he isn’t concerned about the future of his Hollywood career despite current and past sexual assault charges.
 
“Yellowstone” star Wes Bentley said he has not seen any scripts for the end of the hit television series, and he thinks his character Jamie Dutton will “go out like a cannonball.”
“Yellowstone” star Wes Bentley said he has not seen any scripts for the end of the hit television series, and he thinks his character Jamie Dutton will “go out like a cannonball.”
 
Comedian Rob Schneider called on parents, coaches, and biologically female athletes to “refuse to play against” biologically male trans athletes, saying this “s*** has to stop.”
Comedian Rob Schneider called on parents, coaches, and biologically female athletes to “refuse to play against” biologically male trans athletes, saying this “s*** has to stop.”
 
Actor Michael Keaton and director Tim Burton are keeping the “Beetlejuice” sequel as close to the original as possible.
 
Actor Ryan Gosling is taking it personally when people criticize his turn as the plastic-haired Ken doll in the new “Barbie” movie — mainly because he said that no one ever cared about Ken, but suddenly they all felt the need to hate on him.
Actor Ryan Gosling is taking it personally when people criticize his turn as the plastic-haired Ken doll in the new “Barbie” movie — mainly because he said that no one ever cared about Ken, but suddenly they all felt the need to hate on him.
 
Actor Treat Williams, who made it big in Hollywood starring as doomed hippies George Berger in ‘Hair’ and went on to play dozens of film and TV roles over the ensuing decades, has died at the age of 71, following his involvement in a motorcycle crash.
Actor Treat Williams, who made it big in Hollywood starring as doomed hippies George Berger in ‘Hair’ and went on to play dozens of film and TV roles over the ensuing decades, has died at the age of 71, following his involvement in a motorcycle crash.
 
An official social media account for “The Chosen” defended the appearance of a rainbow-colored Pride flag on the set of the crowdfunded show, claiming that the endorsement from at least one team member would not affect the theological rigor of the project.
An official social media account for “The Chosen” defended the appearance of a rainbow-colored Pride flag on the set of the crowdfunded show, claiming that the endorsement from at least one team member would not affect the theological rigor of the project.
 
Author J.K. Rowling unloaded on British journalist Patrick Strudwick in a lengthy tweet on Monday, accusing him of running with a demonstrably false story about a “Let Women Speak” event that took place in Australia.
Author J.K. Rowling unloaded on British journalist Patrick Strudwick in a lengthy tweet on Monday, accusing him of running with a demonstrably false story about a “Let Women Speak” event that took place in Australia.
 
Wanda Sykes isn’t happy with her longtime friend and colleague Dave Chappelle making jokes about transgender people.
Wanda Sykes isn’t happy with her longtime friend and colleague Dave Chappelle making jokes about transgender people.
 
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