The character’s voice and behavior were inspired by musicians like Sid Vicious and Tom Waits. But the on-screen energy really escalated when Heath Ledger acted opposite Christian Bale as Batman. Bale had spent months getting into incredible physical shape and was a skilled fighter, and Ledger intentionally used that to fuel his performance.
Kristen Stewart became a major figure in independent film thanks to her critically praised role in ‘Clouds of Sils Maria’. She even won a César Award for it – a first for an American actress. She continued to succeed with independent films like the supernatural drama ‘Personal Shopper’, directed by Olivier Assayas. Stewart consistently chooses smaller, less mainstream projects, including the dramas ‘Certain Women’ and ‘Love Lies Bleeding’. She’s known for gravitating towards unusual stories and deeply developed characters.
I’ve noticed how much health and strength have become central to her work, especially in her new movie. In Coutures, she plays a director facing a cancer diagnosis, and she’s said it really made her think about her own life. But she also told Variety that working on such a difficult story was actually really therapeutic for her. She found a lot of support and comfort in the open and honest conversations she had with everyone involved in the film, and that shared vulnerability helped her through it.
The new mystery series centers around a main character who suddenly finds themselves in a completely unfamiliar life, with a family they have no recollection of. As they try to understand this strange new world where everyone knows them but they don’t know anyone, hidden truths about their past start to emerge. The first season is full of suspenseful episodes that explore questions of identity and memory, and keep viewers guessing about what’s real. People are drawn to the show’s fast-paced plot and the central mystery of how the main character ended up in this unknown situation.
Carrie Fisher later returned to play her iconic role in the newer Star Wars films, with The Force Awakens being the last one she filmed. Even as other big franchises like the Marvel Cinematic Universe became popular, Star Wars continued to be the benchmark for blockbuster movies. However, despite the series’ huge success, Fisher privately struggled with the level of fame it brought her, and later said she probably wouldn’t have taken the part if she’d known how famous it would make her.
This animated movie centers around a hugely popular girl group who lead double lives as secret warriors fighting supernatural forces. They combine their music and fighting skills to protect the world from dangerous spirits. Produced by Sony Pictures Animation, the film has a bright, colorful look inspired by today’s pop culture and explores what it’s like to work as a team, discover who you are, and deal with the challenges of fame.
Directed by Chloé Zhao, this moving historical drama is based on Maggie O’Farrell’s popular novel. It stars Paul Mescal and Jessie Buckley as William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, set against the backdrop of plague-ridden England. The story centers on their heartbreaking experience with the loss of their eleven-year-old son, Hamnet, and how this deep sorrow inspired Shakespeare to write his famous tragedy, ‘Hamlet’. Reviewers have especially lauded the powerful performances of the lead actors and the film’s realistic and beautiful look.
Jennifer Lawrence shared that she’s sometimes felt pressured during auditions for big roles. She recalled one instance where a highly-respected, Oscar-winning director asked her to meet in his hotel room – he even answered the door wearing a robe – which made her feel like she’d lost control of the situation.
Isaiah Washington is a well-established actor, best known for his work on the TV show ‘Grey’s Anatomy’. More recently, he’s become known for his political views, particularly after joining the WalkAway movement, which encourages people to leave the Democratic Party. He often uses social media to promote fiscal conservatism and defend constitutional rights, believing these principles can help improve urban communities. Because he’s outspoken on these issues, he’s frequently asked to comment on politics in the news.
Mark Ruffalo, the actor known for his role in Marvel films, playfully wondered if there were any police officers nearby before confessing he drove with a suspended license for thirteen years. Surprisingly, he also admitted to having an outstanding arrest warrant during that entire period. Ruffalo explained that the constant worry about being stopped and arrested actually made him an incredibly careful driver – he was too scared to even accidentally commit a traffic violation, making him, in his words, the best driver in Los Angeles.