Craig Ellison

Paul Newman’s Unfulfilled Dream: The Film He Couldn’t Make
Paul Newman’s Unfulfilled Dream: The Film He Couldn’t Make
Paul Newman hoped to direct and star in The Homesman, but studios showed little interest. Years later, Tommy Lee Jones brought the project to life after Newman’s passing.
Tim Burton on Embracing Criticism After His First Film
Tim Burton on Embracing Criticism After His First Film
Tim Burton discusses the early backlash to Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure and how negative feedback influenced his journey as a filmmaker.
Emma Watson’s Life-Changing Promise Behind Wallflower Role
Emma Watson’s Life-Changing Promise Behind Wallflower Role
Emma Watson’s decision to join The Perks of Being a Wallflower wasn’t just about the paycheque. Discover what truly convinced her, and how the experience shaped her life and career.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Critique of Reese Witherspoon Sparks Debate
Gwyneth Paltrow’s Critique of Reese Witherspoon Sparks Debate
Gwyneth Paltrow’s remarks about Reese Witherspoon’s career choices have reignited discussions about the balance between artistic integrity and commercial success in Hollywood.
Gene Hackman’s Unexpected Obsession With In Living Color
Gene Hackman’s Unexpected Obsession With In Living Color
Gene Hackman, famed for his intense roles, once confessed his fondness for the raucous comedy In Living Color, calling it 'awful, crass' yet irresistibly entertaining.
How The Coen Brothers’ Remake of The Ladykillers Went Awry
How The Coen Brothers’ Remake of The Ladykillers Went Awry
The Coen brothers’ attempt to reimagine The Ladykillers was fraught with doubt and creative misgivings, leading to a film that even its makers struggled to champion.
Mia Goth’s Reluctant Rise: From Indie Darling to Blockbuster Star
Mia Goth’s Reluctant Rise: From Indie Darling to Blockbuster Star
Mia Goth’s career has soared thanks to her bold choices and striking performances, even as she admits to a complicated relationship with her craft. With major roles ahead, she remains one of cinema’s most intriguing talents.
The Western That Never Was: Eastwood, Wayne, and a Lost Legend
The Western That Never Was: Eastwood, Wayne, and a Lost Legend
Clint Eastwood and John Wayne nearly starred together in a western that was never made. Decades later, its script resurfaced in an unexpected place.
The Studio Boss Who Dared to Sack Tom Cruise
The Studio Boss Who Dared to Sack Tom Cruise
Tom Cruise’s high-profile dismissal from Paramount by Sumner Redstone sparked a notorious public row, but the Hollywood icon’s story with the studio didn’t end there.
Ron Howard’s Biggest Regret: The Film He Wishes He’d Skipped
Ron Howard’s Biggest Regret: The Film He Wishes He’d Skipped
Ron Howard opens up about his directorial missteps, focusing on Hillbilly Elegy—a film he now views as his lowest point, and one he’d have avoided if he’d foreseen its political fallout.