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Winona Ryder’s career is defined by her emotional depth, but few know about her decades-long admiration for director John Sayles and the profound influence his films have had on her.

Julia Roberts’ turn as Julianne in My Best Friend’s Wedding sparked strong reactions from early audiences, forcing filmmakers to rethink the character’s journey and the film’s ending.

James Wan has hinted at his desire to direct an Avatar film, should James Cameron ever step aside. The Aquaman director shared his thoughts in a recent interview, sparking curiosity about the franchise’s future.

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.

Discover how Josh Safdie’s attention to detail in Marty Supreme’s costumes and set design brings 1950s Jewish immigrant style to life, with Timothée Chalamet embodying the director’s unique vision.

Steven Spielberg opens up about the emotional and creative challenges he faced directing the comedy film 1941, admitting it was not a natural fit for his talents.

Martin Scorsese once volunteered to helm a Flashdance sequel without pay, all in a bid to secure backing for his cherished project, The Last Temptation of Christ. This rare move revealed just how far he was willing to go to bring his vision to life.

Director Emma Tammi discusses the unexpected box office success of Five Nights at Freddy's 2, reflecting on its impact and the audience's enthusiastic response.

Francis Ford Coppola once named Mel Gibson as the actor he most wanted to work with, despite both men’s turbulent careers and reputations. Their paths, however, never crossed on set.