Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, 2024. Directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui. Featuring Christopher Reeve, Dana Reeve, Alexandra Reeve Givens, Matthew Reeve, Will Reeve, Gae Sexton, Glenn Close, Jeff Daniels, Whoopi Goldberg, John Kerry, Brooke Ellison, Steven Kirshblum, Richard Donner, Susan Sarandon, Robin Williams, Bill Clinton, Johnny Carson, Jane Seymour, Barack Obama, and Alexandra […]
Movie Review – Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story (2024)
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, 2024. Directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui. Featuring Christopher Reeve, Amanda Reeve, Matthew Reeve, Will Reeve. Gae Sexton, Glenn Close, Jeff Daniels, Whoopi Goldberg, John Kerry, Brooke Ellison, Steven Kirshblum, Richard Donner, Susan Sarandon, Robin Williams, Bill Clinton, Johnny Carson, Jane Seymour, Barack Obama, and Alexandra Reeve Givens. SYNOPSIS: […]
Dead Poets Society at 35 – A Poignant Coming-of-Age Drama That Transcends Life & Time
Hasitha Fernando delves into the story behind Dead Poets Society as the film celebrates its 35th anniversary… To stand out in a filmography that is as impressive as Robin Williams’ makes it a very special movie, and Dead Poets Society is just that and then some. One of the most memorable coming-of-age dramas to ever […]
Mrs. Doubtfire at 30: The Story Behind the Timeless Comedy Classic
As it celebrates its 30th anniversary, Hasitha Fernando delves into the story behind the comedy classic Mrs. Doubtfire… Many have found solace and happiness through Robin Williams’ efforts. Over the years the gifted performer have captivated audiences the world over through his soulful performances and artful comedy. Mrs. Doubtfire was one of the movies that […]
Akiva Goldsman looks back at Batman Forever’s The Riddler and almost casting Robin Williams
There are plenty of conversations about Joel Schumacher’s Batman Forever these days. From the reappraisal of Schumacher’s career since his passing or Kevin Smith hyping up the long-rumored 107-minute cut of the film, Batman Forever is on fans’ lips these days. This brought Akiva Goldsman back into the conversation as the film producer was recently […]
Movie Review – Robin’s Wish (2020)
Robin’s Wish, 2020. Directed by Tylor Norwood. Featuring Susan Schneider Williams, Bruce Miller, Walter Koroshetz, Mike Mullen, Carter Ham, Elaine Rogers, Shawn Levy, David E. Kelley, and Robin Williams (archive). SYNOPSIS: Following the death of her husband in August 2014, Susan Schneider Williams made it a personal mission to quell public speculation. It meant reliving […]
Popeye coming to Blu-ray for 40th anniversary this December
Paramount Home Entertainment has announced that Robert Altman’s 1980 musical comedy Popeye is set to arrive on Blu-ray for the first ever time this December in celebration of the film’s 40th anniversary; check out the cover artwork and details below…. The beloved anvil-armed sailor of the seven seas comes magically to life in POPEYE, arriving […]
No Laughing! When Comedians Get Serious
Tom Jolliffe looks at when comedic actors take on more challenging (and sometimes darker) material… When you’re a star renowned for a particular genre, it can be hard to break out of that. Over the years, many a comedy star has become synonymous with churning out an array of comedy vehicles. It’s often easier to […]
Six Great Performances That Should Have Been Oscar Nominated (But Weren’t)
Graeme Robertson with six great performances that should have been Oscar nominated but weren’t… It’s often seen as an actors dream to receive the much-coveted golden statue we know as the Oscar, with many great performances seeing their performers taking home the trophy and many more at least receiving the equally great honour of an […]
Going Straight: Seven Great Comedy Actors Who Turned Dramatic
Freda Cooper with seven great comedy actors who turned dramatic… According to most actors, comedy is harder than drama, so finding that stars best known for giving us the giggles have played against type with huge success isn’t a big surprise. The latest in the line of screen actors who cut their teeth on making […]
