It is not only blockbusting Hollywood movies that have huge production budgets. Often the producers behind some of TV’s biggest shows have pockets just as deep as those financing films on the big screen. Sometimes it is worth the risk and a huge budget results in great TV, see Game of Thrones, but other times
Clint Eastwood is one of Hollywood’s most iconic movie stars and has gone on to become one of its most respected directors. After making a name for himself in the 1960s Western genre, Eastwood branched out into cop dramas and eventually took to the directing chair, often directing himself in movies as well. He remains
It is hard to believe that some of the cult classics we know and love today didn’t have a stellar Box Office performance. While most of these movies failed to impress when they were released, they still went on to break records and earn themselves lifelong legacies. The initial failure of a movie can be
We loved the Lord of the Rings trilogy and had some really high hopes for The Hobbit. But what we got seemed a little thin. Like butter scraped over too much bread. Did this story really need to be stretched over three long films? We don’t think so and here is why the Hobbit should
When you switch on your television or scroll through social media, you’re probably a little jealous as to how darn talented your favorite celebs are. They work on Hollywood movies, they schmooze with all of the coolest people in the world of show business, they have hair and makeup teams on speed dial, they live
There are so many techniques out there to try and help us fall asleep, but what works for some doesn’t necessarily work for others. Counting sheep, listening to beta waves, meditation… the list goes on. One thing that is a tried and tested technique that works for many people is falling asleep while watching a
The Fellowship of the Ring was a strategy put in place when the whole gang was in Rivendell. But why didn’t they use eagles to save all that time and effort and fly the ring straight to the Mountain of Doom? While we never hear of them discussing this as an option, there are some
The Fresh Prince has been making movies since 1986. That’s a long time for a lot of films. Will Smith has without a doubt become a household name, but not all of his films have done well. Some have knocked our socks off while others have left us wanting. The best way to find out
The production of Bond 25 is well and truly underway. Although there has been no confirmation on the official title yet, we have instead been treated to some other exciting news surrounding its 2020 release – Daniel Craig is back for his final film as 007, and Bond 25 will see him forced out of
Most of the time, when a movie is made, it has the backing of its studio, directors, stars, and producers. They all combine to make their vision a reality, and try to promote this to the world in the form of their film. However, there are occasions when studios and artists are locked in conflict
Quentin Tarantino is considered to be one of the greatest filmmakers of all time thanks to his impressive list of movies. The director has a flair of the ultra-violent, but also dialect and music. His films are always a spectacle, and we have ranked his best-ever creations as voted for by aggregate movie website Rotten
Everyone has a little bit of geek in them, and if you’re the type who loves a particular film or franchise more than life itself, then we hate to break it to you, but you are in fact, a fellow geek. There’s one type of ‘geek movie’ that’s proved to be most popular with devoted
Movies are a great way to teach lessons to middle and high schoolers without having to even speak. Many learners are visual, so a film is a great idea to introduce topics and set the tone. Finding movies that are age-appropriate is difficult, but here are some that are interesting enough yet not too heavy
The entire Lord of the Rings trilogy is an absolute masterpiece. And while The Two Towers and The Return Of The King are both equally impressive in their own rights, one film does, in fact, rule them all. The Fellowship Of The Ring is that film, and here’s why. True to the original The Two
College isn’t for everyone, but we’d highly recommend going there if you haven’t already. Sure, it might be filled with challenging assignments and boring classes, but it’s also the place where you get to meet lifelong friends, have wild parties, and make some amazing memories. No experience in life quite compares to college, and you
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