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When you think of The Lord of the Rings movies, you probably remember the big players, Frodo, Aragorn, Legolas dramatically flipping onto a horse, and, of course, Gollum arguing with himself. However, with a story as massive as Middle-earth, not everyone got the spotlight. Some characters showed up, did something kind of important, and then vanished into the background like they were never there.

Peter Jackson’s trilogy had over 11 hours of runtime, but even with all that time, some characters got the short end of the stick. Maybe they were meant to be more important but got their roles trimmed down, or maybe they were just there to move the plot along before being completely forgotten. You might remember a cool fight scene, a cryptic line, or a side character looking vaguely familiar, but can you name them? Probably not.

Elijah Wood and Ian McKellen in The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring...

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Long Bright River is a crime drama miniseries created by Liz Moore and Nikki Toscano. Based on Moore’s 2020 book of the same name, the Peacock series is set in Philadelphia, and it follows police officer Mickey as she patrols a high-crime neighborhood and soon begins to investigate the murder of three young women. Long Bright River stars Amanda Seyfried, Ashleigh Cummings, Callum Vinson, John Doman, Nicholas Pinnock, and Dash Mihok. So, if you loved the intense story, thrilling mystery, and compelling characters in Long Bright River, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Mare of Easttown is a crime drama miniseries created by Brad Ingelsby. The HBO series is set in the small Philadelphia suburb of Easttown, and it follows police detective Marianne Sheehan...

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Sharp Objects is a psychological mystery thriller drama series created by Marti Noxon. Based on the 2006 novel of the same name by Gillian Flynn, the HBO series follows Camille Preaker, an emotionally troubled investigative reporter who just got out of a psychiatric hospital. Camille travels to her hometown of Wind Gap, Missouri, to investigate the murder of two young girls, but she soon finds herself confronting her own childhood trauma. Sharp Objects stars Amy Adams, Patricia Clarkson, Chris Messina, Eliza Scanlen, Matt Craven, Henry Czerny, Taylor John Smith, Madison Davenport, and Sydney Sweeney. So, if you loved the intense psychological story, thrilling mystery, and compelling characters in Sharp Objects, here are some similar shows you should check out next.

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Johnny “Spit” Spitieri emerges in this cinematic narrative as a figure caught in the tension of a past that refuses to recede and a present that confronts him with bureaucratic absurdities and existential dilemmas.

The film introduces him in a state of dishevelment and quiet defiance—a man whose return to Australia is marked by a series of unexpected entanglements, beginning at a bustling airport and spiraling into the austere confines of an immigration detention centre. His journey is not merely a physical one but a metaphysical odyssey, exploring the fragile borders between legality and anarchy, clarity and chaos.

The backdrop of the film is painted with the stark hues of Australia’s urban and institutional landscapes. The imposing presence of immigration facilities and the shadowed corridors of law enforcement offer a stage where cultural idiosyncrasies and the gritty realities of criminal existence intersect.

This narrative setting serves as a...

The gags might be a tad silly and the storytelling slightly contrived, but it’s hard to resist the charm of hapless scoundrel Johnny ‘Spit’ Spitieri

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Punching up is a valuable rule of thumb for comedians. When it comes to film and TV, however, few would insist on a blanket rule that all gags should be directed towards people of higher status than the joke-makers. Doing so would rob us of some brilliant comic characters, including the greatest of all time: Charlie Chaplin as the Tramp.

It would also expunge from existence Johnny “Spit” Spitieri, the bleary-eyed criminal and former heroin addict hilariously played by David Wenham, first in the 2003 Australian film Gettin’ Square and now in his very own spin-off. This enjoyably low-key affair has occasional laugh-out-loud moments, including one that takes place in a courtroom – like Gettin‘ Square’s funniest scene...

Twenty-two years after Gettin’ Square became a cult favourite, the actor is back in the thongs and in court for Spit – ‘one of the happiest creative periods’ of his life

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David Wenham avoided wearing thongs for 22 years. That’s ever since a scene in the 2003 heist caper Gettin’ Square, in which he slapped his way down a suburban street in thongs and leopard-skin briefs, on the run from cops. If you’ve ever tried running in thongs, you’ll appreciate the lasting limping.

“I probably would have done that more than 50 times. Jonathan likes many takes,” Wenham says of the film-maker Jonathan Teplitzky.

"This is Sparta Peacock!" Zack Snyder's epic historical action film 300 is heading to the NBCUniversal-owned streaming service next month.

Beginning March 1, Peacock subscribers will be able to stream Snyder's 300, a fictionalized retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae in the Greco-Persian Wars, revolving around Butler's King Leonidas, who leads 300 Spartans into battle against the Persian "God-King" Xerxes and his invading army of soldiers that numbers 300,000. The movie is based on the 1998 comic book limited series of the same name by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley. 300 was Snyder's second directorial feature after his 2004 Dawn of the Dead remake.

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While 300 couldn't win over critics, the historical action epic was a hit with moviegoers around the world,...

The battle scenes in Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings trilogy are among some of the greatest in cinema history. The Battle of Helm's Deep in The Two Towers and the Ride of the Rohirrim and the final Battle of the Pelennor Fields from Return of the King are fan favorites due to their grand scale, brilliant visual effects, and standout performances from the entire cast. But, you might be surprised to learn that the battles in J.R.R. Tolkien's seminal fantasy world are historically accurate.

Ancient historian, Roel Konijnendijk, sat down with Insider to rate battle scenes from movies, including The Lord of the Rings. He was shown several battles from The Return of the King, and surprisingly had high praise for them in terms of accuracy. He began with the endlessly quoted "Ride Now" scene from the Ride of the Rohirrim. "Him slapping the lances with his sword,...

Gerard Butler is one of the most successful and recognizable actors in the world. Throughout his career, he has earned a reputation as an action movie star. Some of Gerard Butler's best action movies include Olympus Has Fallen, Copshop, Plane, Den of Thieves, and its sequel, the recently released Den of Thieves 2: Pantera. His roles in these films and many others have cemented him as a legendary action star, but it's his collaboration with Zack Snyder that stands out as his most iconic role.

Snyder is a filmmaker who is known for making over-the-top action movies. Zack Snyder's best movies include Dawn of the Dead, Watchmen, and Man of Steel. He is an extremely accomplished filmmaker, but his movies have also proven to be very divisive. His 2006 movie about Spartan warriors may only have an underwhelming 61% on Rotten Tomatoes, but it was a hit with audiences and made a...

Zack Snyder's 300, adapted from Frank Miller's comic book of the same name, depicts the brutal battle between the 300 Spartan soldiers and the entire Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylae. Sometimes, life imitates art, as the cast and stunt team on 300 underwent a similar battle to even get the movie made. The film stars Gerard Butler as King Leonidas, the leader of the 300 Spartans, all of whom gave their lives fighting the Persians. While Butler and his cast mates didn't go that far on set, there were certainly some war wounds left behind.

Speaking to People Magazine to promote Den of Thieves 2: Pantera, Butler recalled the painstaking injuries himself and his cast mates received while filming 300. It turns out, giving hundreds of actors and extras sharp and pointy swords isn't always the best idea. "I remember every day somebody was getting taken to the hospital,...

Gerard Butler recalls the difficulties of filming 300 and how many of his co-stars were being taken to the hospital due to injuries.

Butler starred as the King of Sparta in the 2006 Zack Snyder film 300, in which the actor co-starred with Lena Headey, David Wenham, Dominic West, and many more.

“I remember every day somebody was getting taken to the hospital,” Butler told People. “You’d be doing a fight, you turn around, there’s a guy down there, a spear went in his eye. Another time, you turn around, there’s a guy over there who just fell, broke his ankle. I mean, it was insane.”

Butler also mentioned that while filming 2012’s Chasing Mavericks, he was “taken down by a huge set of waves” and “almost drowning,” adding, “I thought I was done. They had to take me out, take me to hospital, put me out, give me the defibrillator.

Paul Hogan’s crocodile-wrangling larrikin returns, plus two family-friendly gems and new films starring Guy Pearce, David Wenham and Richard Roxburgh

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Australian cinema in 2025 will offer plenty of tasty treats, in a variety of genres and styles. In addition to the films on this list, there are a few titles from last year’s still yet to arrive, including the Nicolas Cage movie The Surfer (which will be on Stan at some point) and Sally Aitken’s documentary Every Little Thing (which had a festival release in 2024).

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300 is still considered by many to be Zack Snyder's greatest movie (in close contention with Watchmen). The bloody historical action film depicts the battle between 300 Spartan soldiers and the Persian army at the Battle of Thermopylae in 480Bc. Starring Gerard Butler, Lena Headey, Michael Fassbender, Dominic West, and David Wenham, the movie is filled with all the beautiful fight choreography, muddied color palette, and slow motion that Zack Snyder fans lose their minds over. But, it's far from historically accurate.

Ancient Greek historian, Roel Konijnendijk, sat down with History Hit to examine 300, and assess whether it is accurate or not. Unfortunately for rookie history buffs, who use movies as their templates for real history, 300 should never be quoted as a source. Konijnendijk broke down many scenes, but focused on the fights and action sequences. But, before studying the armor, weapons, and tactics, the film's title might not actually be accurate.

Moana 2 Box Office (North America): Beats The Lord Of The Rings: The Two Towers (Photo Credit – Instagram/Netflix)

Moana 2 is unaffected by the release of Mufasa: The Lion King, another Disney movie. Although Mufasa seems to be heading for an underwhelming debut at the US box office, Dwayne Johnson’s movie has surpassed the domestic haul of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers. The film, however, had weaker legs than Wicked. Scroll below for more.

Two new movies have arrived at the theatres – Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Mufasa: The Lion King this Friday. However, the exhibitors did not predict much impact on the Moana sequel because of them. Its biggest competition is Wicked, as it managed to take away the #1 spot from the Disney sequel several times at the US box office.

Moana 2 has now surpassed the domestic haul of The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers,...

"I'm gonna get outta here, and when I do I'm gonna look after ya..." Transmission Films has revealed the main official trailer for the film Spit – yes that's the actual title for it. David Wenham stars as infamous criminal John Francis "Spit" Spitieri in Jonathan Teplitzky's film Spit - debuting in Australia next March. In the sequel to the award-winning crime comedy, Gettin' Square, ex-junkie John Spitieri returns to Australia, only to find himself locked up in an Immigration Detention Centre with a massive target on his back, as old enemies come looking for him, determined to settle old scores. As Johnny talks up a storm without saying anything at all, he makes new friends amongst the detainees, and teaches them his version of mateship. The full cast also includes Helen Thomson, David Field, David Roberts, Gary Sweet, Arlo Green, Ayik Daniel Chut Deng, Sam & Teagan Rybka, & Sami Afuni.

Zack Snyder's movies are currently defined by his heavy use of visual effects, explosions, and intense action sequences but his early projects were a bit different. Before he helmed several films in the DC Extended Universe, he had several critically acclaimed films, including 300.

Unfortunately, historical epic 300 will be leaving Netflix on Dec. 31. The film premiered in 2007 to a positive reception, marking Zack Snyder's second editorial effort after his successful 2004 zombie film Dawn of the Dead. 300 has been available on Netflix since September 2024. The historical epic, which comes after the success of 2000's Gladiator, starred Gerard Butler in the leading role as Leonidas, as well as David Wenham, Dominic West, Michael Fassbender, and more.

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"International fugitive. Money launderer. Criminal mastermind." Transmission Films has unveiled a first look teaser trailer for a film called Spit – yes that's the actual title for it. David Wenham is John Francis "Spit" Spitieri in the first look at Jonathan Teplitzky's film Spit. Opening first in Australia next March. In the sequel to the award-winning crime comedy, Gettin' Square, ex-junkie John Spitieri returns to Australia, only to find himself locked up in an Immigration Detention Centre with a massive target on his back, as old enemies come looking for him, determined to settle old scores. As Johnny talks up a storm without saying anything at all, he makes new friends amongst the detainees, and teaches them his version of mateship. The full cast also includes Helen Thomson, David Field, David Roberts, Gary Sweet, Arlo Green, Ayik Daniel Chut Deng, Sam & Teagan Rybka, & Sami Afuni. Just a few seconds of footage in here so far,...

Gold Coast, Australia: The Asia Pacific Screen Academy in strategic partnership with Aw Jewel welcomes its International Jury members, nominees and guests from across the globe to the Gold Coast for the 17th Asia Pacific Screen Awards. The prestigious international film event honours the cinematic excellence of 78 countries and areas of the Asia Pacific and films that best reflect their cultural origins and the diversity of the vast region.

Film industry guests from Australia, Cambodia, Georgia, Hong Kong, India, Italy, Japan, Kazakhstan, Nepal, New Zealand, Philippines, People’s Republic of China, Singapore, Thailand, Türkiye, and the USA are confirmed to participate in the 6th Asia Pacific Screen Forum, to be held from 27 to 30 November.

Australian actress, writer and comedian Nina Oyama (Deadloch, Utopia) is set to host the Gala Awards Ceremony, on the evening of Saturday 30 November in the elegant Diamond Ballroom of The Langham, Gold Coast, on the traditional...

In 1999, Ridley Scott released his action-packed historical epic Gladiator, with Russell Crowe at the height of his career in the leading role of Maximus Decimus Meridius. Boasting one of the most impressive line-ups of actors, as well as a fantastic story, the film set a new standard for Hollywood epics going into the 21st century. Now with the sequel, Gladiator II having been released, it's worth remembering the impressive list of similar films that bring something great to the genre.

Historical epics often boast some of the biggest budgets, most star-studded casts, and stunning visuals in the film, earning filmmakers praise from fans and critics alike. In fact, even when the stories themselves aren't good, these films are often recognized for their ambition and achievement in the worlds of design, cinematography, and acting. For those interested in Ridley Scott's long-awaited follow-up to his 1999 epic, there is a wealth of brilliant...

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Dear Child is a mystery crime drama series written and directed by Isabel Kleefeld. The Netflix series is based on an international bestselling novel Liebes Kind by Romy Hausmann. Dear Child revolves around a 13-year-old missing persons case which is reopened after an unknown woman is struck by a car in a German forest and the girl who accompanies her is being interviewed by the police. The Netflix series is a claustrophobic and dark experience with plenty of twists and turns. So, if you loved the thrilling mystery, intensely dark story, and compelling characters in Dear Child here are some similar movies you should check out next.

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The Sinner is a police procedural mystery crime thriller drama anthology series created by Derek Simonds. Based on the 1999 novel of...

The nuanced genre of fantasy entertainment captures a wide variety of fans, from the new TV show installment of the sci-fi fantasy franchise Dune to the upcoming addition to The Lord of the Rings series, The War of the Rohirrim. Despite the poorly received fantasy movies scattered throughout the genre, both low fantasy and high fantasy films have not only revolutionized the magical category but cinematic pop culture.

Though the overall best movies in a genre are always up for debate based on individual opinions, Rotten Tomatoes has tried its hand at covering the best fantasy movies of all time. Some of these, such as the Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter installments, are obvious influences on fantastical films. Others may have fallen outside the scope of pop culture, such as the 1940s Beauty and the Beast, but have a surprisingly impactful storyline.

The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King...

Director Peter Jackson made several significant changes while adapting J. R. R. Tolkiens three-novel epic The Lord of the Rings from page to screen. Most of these adjustments, like infusing character arcs with greater longevity and increasing minor but important characters' roles, organically benefited the transition between mediums. However, one of Jackson's most stark and startling changes remains a divisive swing and a miss. Not only does Faramir's (David Wenham) debut in The Two Towers film differ from Tolkien's book of the same name, but drastically altering Faramir from Tolkien's source material both misunderstands his thematic purpose and undermines his existing nuance.

The Lord of the Rings trilogy was an incredible undertaking. For years, a talented cast and crew set up shop in New Zealand and gave everything they had to make some of the greatest movies of all time. And after that, they told the world how they did it.

The commentaries on the Lord of the Rings Extended Edition DVDs are full of fascinating stories about the making of the films. Good days, bad days, difficult decisions it's all in there. And only the most dedicated, most diehard fans have sat down and listened to the entire thing.

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A television series based on the 2006 historical action film 300 is currently in the works. Filmmaker Zack Snyder, who directed the movie, has offered an update about the highly anticipated project.

"We're just getting ready to dive in and get to work on it," Snyder told ComicBook. "It's super fun, I love the world. And even just in the preliminary meetings, we've had talks about, like, 'What if this happened or that happened.' Just a lot of It's just really fun to like go, wow, it's a rich standard. It's similar to this [Twilignt of the Gods] in a weird way, as far as there's a lot of underpinnings."

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The Lord of the Rings is a story about reviving a darkened earth and bringing light back to the people therein. Even with its bright disposition, Peter Jackson's franchise, based on the original works of J.R.R. Tolkien, includes plenty of characters who just can't seem to get along.

From Saruman the White and Gandalf the Grey to Azog the Defiler and Thorin Oakenshield, there are multiple memorable rivalries in The Lord of the Rings. These rivalries run the gamut of ferocity, with some only taking the form of friendly competition and others leading to war.

Legolas And Gimli Have A Memorable Friendly Rivalry

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Charlie Hunnam has had no shortage of iconic roles, from seven seasons as Jax Teller in Sons of Anarchy to Raymond Smith in 2019's The Gentlemen. In his long career, Hunnam has worked with numerous acclaimed filmmakers, including Guillermo del Toro, Guy Ritchie, and more. Now slated to appear in the upcoming adaptation of Criminal alongside Emilia Clarke and Adria Arjona, Hunnam has made a name for himself in Hollywood. However, the English actor's career could have turned out very differently, as he has turned down many film roles that might have altered his trajectory in filmmaking.

Charlie Hunnam nearly starred in many popular films over the years, including a Star Wars film, but one of the most surprising projects he turned down was from none other than Zack Snyder.

Zack Snyder's historical fiction epic 300 ends in tragic fashion, but it doesn't answer all the questions viewers might have had. 300 follows the story of King Leonidas (Gerard Butler) as he leads a group of Spartan warriors to defend against the invading Persian army, led by King Xerxes I (Rodrigo Santoro). One of Leonidas' men, Dilios (David Wenham), narrates the movie and tells the story of the 300 to the world, which inspires the Greeks to fight back against their invaders. While the cast of 300 told that story tremendously well, the movie still left some questions unanswered.

While 300 is mostly known for Snyder's directorial style and its intense action sequences, it also managed to deliver some important themes and messages. It was often the quiet moments between the movie's massive fights that helped those messages shine, though the warfare also helped. Still, those messages and themes can be...

300 continues to endure due to its exaggerated, thrilling action, and as a classic tale of a brave protagonist fighting against insurmountable odds. As a heavily fictionalized retelling of the Battle of Thermopylae, 300 sees Leonidas, the King of Sparta, leading an army of 300 Spartans against the Persian tyrant King Xerxes and his army composed of more than 300,000 soldiers. 300 is still widely regarded as one of the best projects in Zack Snyder's career that was well-suited to his directing and writing styles.

While 300 is heavy on action and the spectacle it creates, the film's cast is equally important to cementing its legacy. Many of the 300 actors' careers were transformed due to the film's success, paving the way for future roles in a variety of projects. Without these performances that provided the necessary dramatic weight and occasional humor to the story, Snyder's creative vision for 300 would not have worked,...

The film which catapulted Zack Snyder into stardom as a director just got a major streaming update for September. 300, the 2006 period piece epic starring Gerard Butler, Lena Headey, David Wenham, and Dominic West, will officially begin streaming on Netflix starting September 1. The sword and sandal film tells the story of the 300 Spartan soldiers who fought under King Leonidas (Butler) at Thermopylae against King Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro) and his gargantuan Persian army. 300 joins several other exciting films set to premiere on Netflix at the start of the month such as 3:10 to Yuma, the western remake starring Christian Bale and Russell Crowe. In addition to Butler, Headey, Wenham, and West, 300 also stars Michael Fassbender, Tom Wisdom, and Andrew Pleavin. The film currently sits at a 61% score from critics and an 89% rating from general audiences on the aggregate site Rotten Tomatoes.

Cate Blanchett signed on to “The Lord of the Rings” films because she was a huge fan of Peter Jackson’s horror films, but she hadn’t “fully computed” that her voice would be the first thing you hear in the series’ opening installment, “The Fellowship of the Ring.”

That film begins with the immortal Galadriel narrating the tale of how the One Ring — and all the other rings it rules — came to be, and who each ring was given to.

“I think it was in the original scripts, but I don’t think I fully computed that it was to be the first thing, because when you first pick up a script to read it, you’re reading the story,” she told GQ in a video breaking down her most iconic roles.

She also discussed the sequence that fans referred to as “Nuclear Galadriel,” in which the elf queen...

Legendary The Mummy director Stephen Sommers talks about casting X-Men star Hugh Jackman in the title role of his big-budget action adventure film Van Helsing.

Sommers spoke before an excited audience at the Siff Cinema Egyptian historic theater in Seattle, Washington, as he attended a special screening of his 2004 classic Universal monster film Van Helsing. The presentation was part of a screening series titled Be Kind, Rewind in partnership with Super Yaki. The director watched the film with an enthusiastic audience and revealed it was the first time in 20 years that he had actually watched the movie since its original release. After the film, Sommers participated in a Q&a where he discussed how Deadpool & Wolverine actor Jackman was selected to play the hero and star.

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William McInnes, known for Blue Heelers, is finally gaining international recognition through his role in NCIS: Sydney. Blue Heelers was a hit Australian police drama that kick-started the careers of top actors like Hugh Jackman and Sam Worthington. NCIS: Sydney offers a chance for McInnes to showcase his versatile talent to a global audience in its renewed season 2.

NCIS: Sydney is the first in the NCIS franchise to branch outside the United States, and it's finally putting some of Australia's most iconic but unsung stars on the map. Among the talented cast is William McInnes, who has been a mainstay on Australian television since the '90s. McInnes' filmography reads like a list of Australia's most notable and beloved TV shows of the past three decades. It's exciting now to see the actor finally finding some international recognition through his starring role in the NCIS spin-off.

Among his iconic roles,...

The Proposition delves into Australia's brutal history with British colonization, showcasing a Mars-like Outback reminiscent of the Old West. Nick Cave's ethereal script and whimsical score make the film an arthouse gem that challenges the traditional Western genre. The realistic depiction of Indigenous Australian culture and harsh colonial treatment sets The Proposition apart as a brutal and accurate frontier film.

The Proposition cast a harsh eye onto a transitional period for Australia after the New South Wales penal colony of the 1820s had transitioned into a permanent British settlement with an eye on 'taming' this barren Austral continent. Screenwriter and rock musician Nick Cave was responsible for the screenplay and music, illuminating a time (still two decades before Australian independence) when the Outback was much like the Old West of the same era. Lawmen and outlaws duked it out across a landscape that combined a Mars-like topography with towns...

“Fake” is a new Australian-produced, eight-part drama series, created by Anya Beyersdorf and directed by Emma Freeman, Jennifer Leacey and Taylor Ferguson, starring Asher Keddie, “…that explores love in a world of liars, cheats, fantasists and phonies”, now streaming on Paramount+:

“…’Birdie Bell’ (Keddie), a magazine features writer, thinks she's found her perfect match when she meets successful grazier, ‘Joe Burt’ (David Wenham), on a dating app.

“But as the relationship intensifies, Birdie is torn between Joe's magnetic pull and the instinct that this guy isn't all he has led her to believe…

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Right off the bat, this drama sets itself apart. We know something’s not right with charming farmer Joe Burt from his first meeting with food writer Birdie Bell. Played ever so smoothly by David Wenham, Joe brags big, but his stories don’t add up. Still, Birdie can’t deny his appeal, portrayed brilliantly by Asher Keddie, evolving from indifference to total immersion.

Set in Melbourne, the city provides the perfect moody backdrop. Half-empty bars and dim lighting enhance an eerie, uncomfortable tone. But it’s Joe’s rundown farm that truly sends shivers, the isolated setting leaving Birdie’s safety in question.

Through it all, Birdie remains our focus as her feelings for Joe intensify despite the signs. Keddie shines in portraying Birdie’s raw turmoil, from longing to see the good to knowing deep down that trouble’s coming. By the dramatic car scene, you’re on the edge of your seat,...

The monster slayer, Van Helsing, will be making his way to television as it was recently announced that a new series is in development for CBS.

Per Deadline, British novelist Jonathan Lee will be writting the upcoming series, with Elementary creator Rob Doherty set to executive produce alongside Carl Beverly and Sarah Timberman. The upcoming series, "is a contemporary take on the monster hunter Dr. Abraham Van Helsing, who uses his uniquely inquisitive mind working alongside his ex, relentless FBI special agent Mina Harker, to solve New York Citys most harrowing cases," according to the official logline.

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Zack Snyder has developed an infamous reputation for being divisive among fans. While no one can deny that he is an auteur with a specific stylish approach to filmmaking, his work has not necessarily impressed the fans and the general public. His first two films Dawn of The Dead and 300 remain his most beloved works which showcased the best of Snyder as a director.

Gerard Butler as King Leonidas in Zack Snyder’s 300 | Warner Bros. Pictures

The latter was an adaptation of the comic book series of the same name by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley. The director approached Warner Bros. for the adaptation and had bold ideas on how to execute the film. While initially skeptical about the film, Snyder’s one-take sequence that he shot for the film impressed studio heads big time which led to the film getting greenlit.

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Paramount+ has released the official trailer for its upcoming original series, Fake, set to premiere in July. The highly anticipated show is based on Stephanie Wood’s powerful memoir of the same name and stars Gold Logie award-winning actress Asher Keddie and Australian Film Institute award-winning actor David Wenham. Fake is an intense and gripping eight-part […]

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“Fake” is a new Australian-produced, eight-part drama series, created by Anya Beyersdorf and directed by Emma Freeman, Jennifer Leacey and Taylor Ferguson, starring Asher Keddie, “…that explores love in a world of liars, cheats, fantasists and phonies”, streaming July 4, 2024 on Paramount+:

“…’Birdie Bell’ (Keddie), a magazine features writer, thinks she's found her perfect match when she meets successful grazier, ‘Joe Burt’ (David Wenham), on a dating app.

“But as the relationship intensifies, Birdie is torn between Joe's magnetic pull and the instinct that this guy isn't all he has led her to believe…”

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Fans lauded Zack Snyder’s 2007 historical epic film 300, but despite it being a masterpiece to many, one fan managed to point out a massive plot hole that’s been there yet no one has talked about. Was it really a plot hole, or was it one of the director’s deliberate ways to exhibit the real intention of the movie?

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300 featured an ensemble cast with big names like Gerard Butler, Lena Headey, Rodrigo Santoro, David Wenham, Michael Fassbender, and Dominic West, to name a few, and it also ended up as a massive commercial success.

The Plot Hole In Zack Snyder’s 300 Continues To Baffle Fans

A fan from Reddit noticed a plot hole from Zack Snyder’s 300 which involves a character named Dilios, played by David Wenham, who somehow posed as an unreliable narrator.

After the initial wave of battles,...

Ready your breakfast and eat hardy, for tonight we dine on 300 news! For anyone who's long hoped for more stories in the world of the Spartans (with lashings of comic book style), there's a promising update. According to Variety, a TV adaptation of the Zack Snyder historical epic – itself an adaptation of the legendary Frank Miller's graphic novel – is in early development at Warner Bros. Television. And what's more, Snyder – who directed and co-wrote the 2006 film – is in talks to helm the project.

In terms of plot details for the series, news is there is no news – Wbtv is keeping its cards close to their chest at present. But early word is that the series will serve as a prequel of some sort to the hyper-stylised film, which recounted the tale of how fearless leader Leonidas (Gerard Butler) and his army of 300 Spartans held back thousands (possibly millions) of...

Once again… this is Sparta! A television series based on 300 is reportedly in the works, set to expand the story of the 2006 action film. There’s no word on writers or platform, but Variety reports the prospective TV series will be a prequel to 300, which followed Spartan king Leonidas (Gerard Butler) as he led his band of elite soldiers in battle against the forces of Persian king Xerxes (Rodrigo Santoro). Zack Snyder — who directed and co-wrote 300, an adaptation of Frank Miller and Lynn Varley’s comic book series of the same name — is in talks to direct and executive-produce series, per Variety. Deborah Snyder, Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Bernie Goldmann — all of whom produced or executive-produced 300 — are also in talks to return for the TV series, as is Wesley Coller of the Snyders’ Stone Quarry production company, the magazine reports. 300, which also starred Lena Headey,...

300: Rise of An Empire features returning characters and introduces new ones, continuing the battles between Athens, Sparta, and Persia. The sequel explores the aftermath of King Leonidas' death, with Themistokles taking on the role of the lead warrior against Xerxes and Artemisia. The highly stylized 300 movies, criticized for historical inaccuracy, provide an action-packed and dramatic experience for viewers.

300: Rise of An Empire sees a number of characters and cast members carry over from the first film. Loosely based on historical truths, both 300 and its sequel 300: Rise of an Empire tell the story of the battles between Athens, Sparta, and Persia. Though known for their highly stylized elements, the ultra-quotable 300 movies are widely criticized for their lack of historical accuracy despite finding its drama in being a sweeping period piece.

300, which was released in 2006, focuses on action movie star Gerard Butlers King Leonidas and his quest to...

In 2006, you could scarcely go a day without someone shouting, “This is Sparta!” in your face. The iconic line by Gerard Butler’s King Leonidas in Zack Snyder’s 300 became a battle cry for anyone looking to punt an irritant off a cliff. Out of sight. Out of mind. According to sources, a 300 TV series is developing at Warner Bros. TV. It’s early days for what Deadline says could be a prequel to the 2006 film, and fans are already theorizing about the plot, which is unknown. While deals are not in place, we hear Zack and Deborah Snyder could reunite with Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, Bernie Goldmann, and Wesley Coller of Stone Quarry for the newly announced project.

Zack Snyder directed and co-wrote 300 with Kurt Johnstad and Michael B. Gordon. That’s Gordon, not Jordan. Based on the 1998 comic book series by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley,...

Zack Snyder looks to reunite with Warner Bros for a 300 prequel show, based on Frank Miller's graphic novel. The project is in the early stages of development, no writer attached yet, and Snyder currently in negotiations to direct and executive produce the show. The show would mark a few major career milestones for Snyder, including being his first live-action TV show, as well as first major return to WB after Zack Snyder's Justice League.

After building two franchises at Netflix, Zack Snyder looks to be gearing up to reunite with Warner Bros. for a 300 prequel show.

Variety has brought word that a 300 prequel show is in the early stages of development at Warner Bros. Television, nearly 20 years after the original movie adaptation of Frank Miller's graphic novel hit theaters. Though no writer is currently attached to the project, sources report that Snyder is in negotiations to both direct and...

300 will be getting a prequel series, courtesy of Warner Bros. Television. Zack Snyder, who directed the original feature film, may also be on board to direct.

Per Variety, a 300 television series is in early development. As of now, no plot details have been divulged, but the project would be a prequel, set before the events of the original movie. No writer has yet been named, and it's not clear where the series would air or stream. However, Zack Snyder is reportedly in talks to direct the show.

Word is that deals are currently being negotiated for the series. Along with potentially directing, Snyder may also serve as executive producer alongside Deborah Snyder under their Stone Quarry banner with Wesley Coller. Original 300 producers Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, and Bernie Goldmann are reportedly in talks to return as well.

Released in 2006, 300 was directed by Zack Snyder, who co-wrote the screenplay...

A “300” TV series adaptation is in early development at Warner Bros. Television, Variety has learned from sources.

Exact plot details are still being worked out, but sources say that the show would serve as a prequel to the 2006 film. No writer or platform is currently attached to the project.

Deals are still being negotiated, but Zack Snyder, who directed and co-wrote “300,” is in talks to direct and executive produce the series. Deborah Snyder, who executive produced “300,” would also return as an executive producer under her and Zack’s Stone Quarry production banner, with Stone Quarry’s Wesley Coller also on board. Gianni Nunnari, Mark Canton, and Bernie Goldmann — all of whom were producers on the film — are likewise in talks to return.

Reps for Wbtv declined to comment.

“300” was based on the graphic novel of the same name by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley, which was...

Eric is a six-part psychological thriller miniseries created by Abi Morgan. The Netflix series is set in 1980s New York and it follows the story of Vincent, a puppeteer whose 9-year-old son goes missing. While trying to find his son Vincent struggles with substance abuse and his erratic behavior cuts him off from his friends and family. Soon, he becomes convinced that he will be reunited with Edgar with the help of a seven-foot-tall puppet named Eric, his son created right before he went missing. Eric stars Benedict Cumberbatch in the lead role with Ivan Morris, Gaby Hoffmann, McKinley Belcher III, Roberta Colindrez, Jeff Hephner, Wade Allain-Marcus, Mark Gillis, Dan Fogler, and Clarke Peters starring in supporting roles. So, if you loved the fantastical elements and crime drama aspects of Netflix’s Eric here are some similar shows you could watch next.

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300 is a visually stunning movie that brings to life the epic Battle of Thermopylae and showcases the Spartans' unyielding bravery and discipline. The movie is not just about action and visuals, but also delivers memorable quotes that highlight the Spartan way of life and the excitement of battle. Leonidas, the fearless leader of the Spartan warriors, embodies the strength of his people and shows unwavering love for his queen, even in the face of death.

The best 300 quotes are just as memorable as the epic battle sequences in Zack Snyder's stylish historical action movie. The 2007 adaptation of the Frank Millar graphic novel of the same name recounts one of the greatest battles in history the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 Bce. A force of 300 Spartan warriors led by the fearsome Leonidas (Gerard Butler) and some of their Greek allies positioned themselves in the narrow pass at Thermopylae and held...

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To most fans of J. R. R. Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, the word "Ranger" would call to mind an image of Strider in his hooded cloak, watching Frodo from the shadowy corner of The Prancing Pony or tracking Merry and Pippin through the wilderness. Indeed, Aragorn was the leader of the Rangers of the North, and...