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Stranger Things Finale: Why Conformity Gate Misses the Point
The much-anticipated Stranger Things finale has fuelled wild fan theories like Conformity Gate, but these distractions risk overshadowing the show's true ending. What really matters as the Hawkins saga closes?
January 10, 2026 11:55 am
Sean Astin’s Enduring Obsession With a 90s Crime Classic
Sean Astin confesses to being captivated by LA Confidential, a film he calls flawless and simply cannot resist watching whenever it appears on television.
January 8, 2026 8:07 pm
Anthony Mackie’s Bold Claim: Stranger Things Owes Everything to The Goonies
Anthony Mackie once drew a surprising parallel between Stranger Things and The Goonies. His comments, initially dismissed, now seem to reveal a deeper connection between the two cult favourites. Read on to discover the uncanny similarities.
January 8, 2026 7:39 pm
Six Iconic Films Sylvester Stallone Turned Down
Sylvester Stallone’s career could have taken a very different path if he’d accepted certain roles. Discover the major films he declined, and how those choices shaped both his legacy and Hollywood history.
January 8, 2026 2:00 pm
Patrick Swayze’s Biggest Career Regret: The Role That Got Away
Patrick Swayze, famed for Dirty Dancing and Ghost, always lamented missing out on Urban Cowboy—a part he believed was made for him.
January 7, 2026 1:38 pm
Kate Mulgrew Urges Star Trek to Champion More Female Captains
Kate Mulgrew reflects on her legacy as Captain Janeway and calls for Star Trek to keep advancing female leadership. Discover her thoughts on the franchise’s progress and the women who’ve followed in her footsteps.
January 6, 2026 10:43 am
How Ted Williams Landed a Role in Marty Supreme
A chance encounter and a remarkable voice led a once-viral figure from the streets to the big screen. Discover the unexpected journey behind a unique casting decision in a much-discussed new film.
January 6, 2026 10:20 am
Jayne Trcka, Bodybuilder and ‘Scary Movie’ Star, Dies at 62
Jayne Trcka, famed for her role in Scary Movie and her achievements in bodybuilding and wrestling, has passed away at 62. Her son confirmed her death, with the cause yet to be determined.
January 6, 2026 10:03 am
Mickey Rourke Appeals for Help to Keep Los Angeles Home
Mickey Rourke has turned to crowdfunding in a bid to stay in his Los Angeles residence, after falling behind on rent. Supporters have already contributed more than half the target amount.
January 5, 2026 8:07 pm
Hayao Miyazaki’s Unspoken Regret Over a Studio Ghibli Classic
Hayao Miyazaki, despite the acclaim for his 1989 film Kiki’s Delivery Service, expressed a personal sense of regret about the movie, reflecting on its energy and the context of its creation during Japan's economic prosperity in the 1980s.
January 5, 2026 12:16 pm
Duffer Brothers Reveal Their Top Three Desert Island Films
Matt and Ross Duffer share the three films they would choose for a desert island, offering insight into the cinematic inspirations behind Stranger Things.
January 3, 2026 3:46 pm
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.
January 2, 2026 10:21 am
Why Billy Bob Thornton Gave Up His Wilburys-Inspired Alias
Billy Bob Thornton once adopted an alter ego to avoid the spotlight in his band, echoing the Travelling Wilburys’ approach, but soon returned to using his real name.
January 1, 2026 8:45 pm
Robin Williams Remembers the Wild Filming of Popeye
Robin Williams once called his early film Popeye a "crazy-ass movie," recalling a production so chaotic that the cast was often stoned and the studio nearly ran out of funds before the end.
January 1, 2026 8:34 pm
Five Overlooked British Films from the 1980s Worth Discovering
Explore a selection of underappreciated British films from the 1980s that tackled social themes and class divides, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal era in UK cinema.
January 1, 2026 6:24 pm
Melora Hardin Opens Up About Emotional 'Back to the Future' Exit
Melora Hardin, known for her role in The Office, shares her emotional response to being let go from Back to the Future after a major casting change. Discover what happened behind the scenes.
January 1, 2026 4:16 pm
How Cop Land Nearly Ended Stallone’s Hollywood Reign
Sylvester Stallone’s acclaimed turn in Cop Land was meant to revive his career, but instead left him struggling for roles and respect in Hollywood for years.
January 1, 2026 12:15 pm
Josh Brolin’s Missed 007 Moment and the Bond Future
Josh Brolin nearly became James Bond in the 1980s, but a last-minute twist changed everything. Discover how this close call shaped his career and why Henry Cavill is now a fan favourite for the iconic role.
December 31, 2025 2:17 pm
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