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Acclaimed actors Julian Glover (For Your Eyes Only, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back), Patsy Kensit (Lethal Weapon 2, Absolute Beginners), Mark Wingett (Quadrophenia, “Carver” from The Bill), Vicki Michelle (‘Allo ‘Allo, Bermondsey Tales), Helen Lederer (Absolutely Fabulous, Comedian award winner) have joined “Borley Rectory: The Awakening” is a new feature film from Amplifier Films & Greenway Entertainment. Kaleidoscope Film Distribution are handling [...]

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Julian Glover is probably one of the only actors who asked to be killed off of "Game of Thrones." Glover admitted as much at Montreal Comic Con in 2018 (per ScreenHub), explaining that he wanted his Grand Maester Pycelle to bite the bullet before his season 6 demise. A vital character in George R.R. Martin's "A Song of Ice And Fire" series, on screen Pycelle became one of the most extraneous background players as the HBO adaptation wore on.

"I didn't want to do [season 6] because I realized I was being completely dismissed as a character," Glover told IGN ahead of the fantasy series' ending. Speaking of Lena Headey's character, he recalled: "Cersei ticked me off all the time, and I never had any comeback. So that wasn't any fun to play." The actor made a similar statement at the aforementioned pop culture convention, reportedly explaining that his character in the...

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Character actors are an interesting bunch. They are often key speaking roles in plotlines which aren't usually at the forefront of the story, yet their presence is unforgettable. Whether they fade out of the plot or are killed off as soon as their role in the story has expired, the characters they portray can often be so signature that it grants these performers a wealth of future roles of similar weight. In the case of Julian Glover, it's been a lifetime of being "That Guy" in many franchises.

Like most classically-trained actors, Julian Glover hails from London England, and honed his craft for years in Britain's illustrious theaters and shows featured on the British Broadcasting Corporation television channel. In the late 70s, Glover would begin scoring roles in Hollywood roles,...

This article contains spoilers for many major fantasy TV shows!For every unforgettable moment in a fantasy TV show, there are just as many controversial moments that push viewers to their breaking point. Even the most popular fantastical TV series in history have included scenes that were so polarizing that audiences stop watching the show altogether. Typically, these plot points revolve around the introduction or exit of characters, as this can dramatically alter the series' dynamic and be devastating to witness. TV deaths often spark outrage when viewers feel that the character didn't deserve to be killed off and still had more to contribute.

There are many fantasy TV scenes that make no sense, but this is more excusable, as the complex magic systems and world-building in speculative fiction shows can become confusing. However, when a series makes a concrete and avoidable choice that alienates audience members, it's much more difficult to accept this.

Fantasy is a versatile genre since the creation of new worlds and magic systems allows writers and creators to establish new rules and logic that suit the storyline. However, this doesn't mean that fantasy TV shows are immune from adding plot points that make no sense and don't help further the overall narrative. Many of these choices have to do with the character's choices being inconsistent or the series breaking its own rules about how the fantastical elements work. Since speculative fiction fans are willing to suspend their disbelief, these shows sometimes push the boundaries of logic too far.

There are plenty of fantasy movie scenes that make no sense, and TV series are just as susceptible to these mistakes. Often, these confusing moments happen because there are so many contradicting storylines or there's an external element that's out of the writers' control. To compensate for actors suddenly leaving or...

It's been 20 years since the massive sword-and-sandals blockbuster, Troy, was released and became a box office hit with audiences. Wolfgang Petersen's spectacle was an all-star affair, featuring Brad Pitt, Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom, Diane Kruger, Brian Cox, Sean Bean, Brendan Gleeson, and Peter O'Toole. While the film was ostensibly based on Homer's epic poem The Iliad from the eighth century BC, it deviates heavily from the source material — heavily enough that a recent video spent more than an hour dissecting the movie. Ancient Greek historian Roel Konijnendijk, a fellow and tutor at Oxford, broke Troy down for History Hit on YouTube.

Of course, Konijnendijk highlights some of the little, goofier historical inaccuracies throughout Troy. For instance, the placing of coins on a dead man's eyes during a funeral ritual. There are "some animals that definitely didn't exist in the Greek world," with the historian having a laugh at one particular scene.

It’s always exciting when a TV show takes a massive risk that really pays off, but it can be insanely frustrating when these surprising writing decisions fall flat on their face. While huge twists, impulsive character decisions, or unusual storytelling choices can keep things interesting, they also have the potential to alienate audiences and lead to storylines that the writers opt to quietly discard rather than continue telling an unpopular plot. This has been a problem across comedy, drama, and even fantasy series that have tried something new with their storyline, only to have viewers flat-out reject the risk.

Many of the best TV shows of all time have taken massive risks, only for them to not work out and have to backtrack on their storylines. This has seen previously deceased characters inexplicably return to life, established backstories being badly rewritten, or even final seasons that ruined the legacy...

While his appearances in Bridgerton and Wicked have made him a household name, Russell T Davies hopes to bring Jonathan Bailey to Doctor Who in an all-new role. Before joining Netflix's period drama as Anthony Bridgerton, Bailey portrayed Psi in the Doctor Who season 8 episode Time Heist, alongside Peter Capaldi's Twelfth Doctor and Jenna Coleman's Clara Oswald. At the time of writing, Bailey had soared onto the big screen as Prince Fiyero in Wicked, the shallow student Cynthia Erivo's Elphaba encounters in her studies at Shiz University.

Recently, Davies revealed to Screen Rant that he hopes to bring Bailey back to the Whoniverse after recruiting Bridgerton co-star Nicola Coughlan to star in Doctor Who's 2024 Christmas special. Highlighting Adjoa Adoh's dual Whoniverse roles as a precedent for bringing back multiple actors, Davies shared that he hopes to encourage Bailey to return after briefly spending time with...

Hardcore Game of Thrones fans, rejoice. If your favorite character from the juggernaut TV series/franchise is Jon Snow, then you'll be pleased to know the character is back in a big way. The new mobile video game, Game of Thrones: Kingsroad heavily features Snow, with original actor Kit Harington back to voice the character, Entertainment Weekly reports.

Gamers got their first look at the Kingsroad on December 12, 2024 at the Game Awards ceremony in Los Angeles. The two minute trailer features tons of bloody battle action and some other familiar faces, including Varys (Conleth Hill), Jaime Lannister (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), and Cersei Lannister (Lena Headey) sitting on the franchise's iconic Iron Throne. The clip ends with a looming giant White Walker attack, and Snow in voice over saying, "Whether you like it or not, winter is coming."

There Might Be Even More Jon Snow in Future Projects

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To be a Game of Thrones fan is masochistic work. Because with every day that passes, the chances of ever seeing George R.R. Martin's written conclusion to his A Song of Ice and Fire series get smaller and smaller. Sure, the HBO iteration did, well, something with the author's road map and over-arching story plan. But whether or not it was a satisfying, nuanced ending to the story is another thing entirely, and up for contentious debate among fans.

The prolific-yet-meandering author has long brushed off worries about his completion of his Westerosi story as overblown. But in a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the author admits that maybe those fans are right — maybe he won't finish the book. After all, as he admits: "Unfortunately, I am 13 years late."

"Every time I say that," the author admitted, "I'm [like], 'How could I be 13 years late?'" But for Martin,...

Game of Thrones creator George R.R. Martin opens up about the status of the hit series' final novel.

Speaking to The Hollywood Reporter, Martin was asked about the status of the final novel in the long-running A Song of Fire and Ice series, The Winds of Winter, which fans have been hotly-anticipating the release of for well over a decade. "Unfortunately, I am 13 years late," Martin responded. "Every time I say that, I'm [like], 'How could I be 13 years late?' I don’t know, it happens a day at a time... But that's still a priority. A lot of people are already writing obituaries for me. [They're saying] 'Oh, he'll never be finished.' Maybe they're right. I don't know. I'm alive right now! I seem pretty vital!"

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Britain's television landscape has often been linked with gritty characters, compelling storylines, and complex dramas, with no genre embodying those traits quite like an iconic British spy series. The British fiction's fascination with spies and espionage can be traced back to Ian Fleming's iconic James Bond character from 1953, which garnered worldwide attention and acclaim. Though other countries produce quality works in the genre, the British versions tend to have a biting dialogue mixed with intricate, layered narratives that create some of the most intense, thrilling shows of all time.

Uniquely British spy series from older generations, such as Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, shows the complexity of the genre and the underlying tension and psychological pressures that agents must endure on their missions. Modern series like the beloved Killing Eve show a different layer to the genre, with a more quirky and comical tone that is still punctuated with moments...

Oscar-winner Marcia Gay Harden is set to join a new gothic horror movie that will reunite two of Game of Thrones' biggest stars.

Per Deadline, Harden will join Sophie Turner and Kit Harington in a new horror film titled The Dreadful. The film also stars Laurence OFuarain (The Gentlemen) and Jonathan Howard (Thor: The Dark World). The film will reportedly be set during the War of the Roses, a period in which several civil wars were waged for control of the English throne. The Dreadful follows "Anne (Turner) and her sinister mother-in-law Morwen (Harden), who live a solitary, harsh life on the outskirts of society. But when a man (Harington) from their past returns, he sets off a sequence of horrifying events that become a turning point for Anne."

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Sometimes, a television series delivers a shocking moment by killing off what may seem like a main character. While some of these may be done for shock value, sometimes, the show also needs to do it to push things forward. A major character's death has a significant impact on the plot. Ned Stark's death in the first season of Game of Thrones is a great example.

Not only does it start a war between the North and the South, but it also sets Game of Thrones in motion. Similarly, Lost too has a significant death early in the show that holds significance. However, like Ned Stark in Game of Thrones, television shows often choose a great or beloved character to maximize the impact of their death.

Ned Stark Leaves Game of Thrones in Season 1, Episode 9

At the beginning of Game of Thrones, Ned Stark seemed like a major player.

The English actor Orlando Bloom has had astounding success in Hollywood and has been involved in some of the biggest franchises of all time. With timeless good looks, impeccable charisma, and a willingness to explore different genres and styles, Blooms career has featured collaborations with blockbuster directors right through to intimate rom-coms that showcased his talents in a more intimate setting. As a true icon of the 2000s, Bloom has perfectly encapsulated movie stardom with extraordinary roles in sweeping historical epics and grand fantasy narratives.

Blooms defining roles included Will Turner in The Pirates of the Caribbean and Legolas in Peter Jacksons The Lord of the Rings, two major franchises among the biggest movie series ever produced. From getting his breakout role in Ridley Scotts Black Hawk Down to the divisive romance of Elizabethtown, Bloom has long been at the forefront of Hollywood filmmaking. While recent years saw Bloom shift...

The rumors are true: a Game of Thrones movie is now in the planning stages at HBO. Original author George R.R. Martin's criticism about the spinoff series, House of the Dragon, has also been addressed.

Recently, it was reported that a Game of Thrones film was in early development. Per Variety, this report has been confirmed by HBO and Max chief Casey Bloys during a press event on Tuesday. While it was stressed that the project is still in its infancy and not yet officially greenlit, Bloys teased that Martin is directly involved with the creative process. As long as there's a screenplay that everyone is happy with, then production on the movie will be able to move forward.

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Olivia Hussey has had a long and storied career, acting in a variety of fantastic movies and TV shows for over five decades. Though Hussey is primarily known as a screen actress, her early career essentially kicked off in 1966 with a London stage production of The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie, where she acted opposite Vanessa Redgrave. Stage plays, movies, and television aren't Hussey's only acting credits, however, as she has had roles in three different Star Wars video games; Star Wars: Rogue Squadron, Star Wars: Force Commander, and Star Wars: The Old Republic.

Hussey has appeared in some of film and TV's most influential works, including a cornerstone of the slasher genre and one of the best adaptations of Shakespeare's most famous play. Though Hussey appears to have retired from acting, as her last credited role was back in 2015, in a little-known movie called Social Suicide, she still has an impressive and prolific filmography,...

Gladiator's breakout success spawned a string of swords-and-sandals films like 300, King Arthur, and Alexander. Wolfgang Petersen's Troy also revived a genre that peaked during the golden age of cinema.

Netflix is removing Troy from its streaming library on Dec. 1. Wolfgang Peterson's 2004 war epic was also Brad Pitt's bid in the swords-and-sandals genre, which surged in popularity after Gladiator's breakout run at the box office. Released at the height of the trend, Troy was a modest success, earning $497 million against its $185 million budget. The film featured a powerhouse cast headlined by Pitt and Eric Bana; Orlando Bloom, Sean Bean, Brian Cox, Brendan Gleeson, Peter O'Toole, Rose Byrne, and Diane Kruger also joined the ensemble. A loose adaptation of Homer's The Illiad, Troy depicted Achilles and Hector's feud against the backdrop of the Trojan War.

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Major television deaths are almost always sad, but they're especially devastating when viewers barely get to spend time with the character in question. While the death of a longtime favorite dramatically impacts the show and its audience, the demise of smaller players can hit just as hard.

This is especially true when they've made a good impression, igniting hopes that they'll take on a more prominent role in the story. In some cases, they're met with an early end instead, leaving viewers to wonder what their character arc could have looked like if they'd lasted longer than a handful of episodes.

Syrio Forel (Miltos Yerolemou) Game of Thrones (2011-2019)

Game of Thrones' Syrio Forel is the perfect example of a fan-favorite character who makes an impression in just a few episodes. Syrio is introduced in season 1's "Lord Snow," when Ned tasks him with training Arya in the art of swordplay.

The fantasy genre shines on television, as the episodic nature of TV shows allows for plenty of time to focus on world-building and magic systems while still providing character development. However, all the moving parts and expectations surrounding fantasy TV series make it difficult for a show to hit the mark in every aspect of the story. Common issues arise with fantasy TV shows that continue for too long, running out of ideas and growing repetitive before the finale. In a perfect show, there can't be any major problems or too many moments that make viewers quit the series.

Many of the best fantasy TV shows of the 2020s are almost perfect and could prove themselves to be the best of the 21st century before their stories end. More often than not, great fantasy shows are based on books, giving the seasons structure and providing a strong storyline for the script.

While it might come as a shock, sometimes, actors root for their own characters to be written off of a show. The reasons can be as simple as that they are bored or that they find the experience too demanding. Sometimes, they receive a better offer and have to give up their current post. However, not everyone who wants their character dead has their wish to come true.

Sophie Turner famously didn't want her Game of Thrones character to survive the show, but fans would later learn that Sansa becomes one of the few survivors who thrive in the game for power. Similarly, many actors have very specific ideas for their characters to be killed off. Sometimes, the show honors their idea. Other times, they get a different, shocking death.

Sophie Turner Wanted a Game of Thrones Death for Sansa

Sophie Turner made some good friends on the set of Game of Thrones.

Being an actor certainly isn't an easy career path to take. There are many pitfalls and lots of financial difficulties, and in the end, plenty of people just give up altogether. There are countless talented actors out there who the world will never know about, simply because they had bad luck.

But others have just the right amount of luck. They can get right to the brink of failure and then suddenly be pulled back due to a TV show casting. And then, every once in a blue moon, that TV show turns into a phenomenon and makes an actor into a massive name.

Richard Madden Needed Game of Thrones to Pay His Rent

When Game of Thrones came to the small screen, no one knew for certain that it would be a hit. It did have a built-in fandom from the George R. R. Martin books, but it was...

Fantasy TV shows can change quickly, and when big plot twists and narrative changes are written into the story, they have a major impact. The magic systems and rules of the realities that these fantastical worlds exist in allow the writers and creators to experiment with story and character dynamics, leading to episodes that change everything for the series. These episodes typically incorporate a tone shift and switch the show's focus to a new set of character dynamics. Altering a series so drastically can either save and prolong its run or be the beginning of the end for the show.

The fantasy TV shows that deserved more seasons rarely get the chance to reinvent themselves and adapt to significant change. However, a long-running series must quickly adjust when actors decide to leave the show or a detailed story arc has reached its end. While it can be daunting to take...

For over 30 years, Hollywood leading man Brad Pitt has been dazzling audiences all across the world with his engaging and eclectic performances, starring in a slew of unforgettable hits like Seven, Fight Club, Inglourious Basterds, and World War Z (among countless others). There is no project or character that has proven too intimidating for the seasoned star, and in 2004, he further ventured out and tackled the historical war genre when he appeared as Achilles in the Iliad-inspired epic Troy.

Pitt appeared alongside a large ensemble cast, including Eric Bana, Orlando Bloom, and Diane Kruger, in the blockbuster hit, yet much like the great Greek warrior he portrayed in the film, the Academy Award-winning actor faced his own unique set of trials and tribulations. During production of the engrossing epic, Pitt ironically suffered a painful injury to his Achilles tendon that set filming back several weeks. Yet, the unfortunate hiccup did not hinder the final product,...

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HBO's Game of Thrones is filled with regular twists and turns that often mean a character's demise. Nearly every season ends with a brutal and show-stopping death that changes everything for the worse. Although major characters frequently die on the show, they are soon replaced by another essential character in the narrative. Even world-renowned characters like Ned and Robb Stark meet their ends long before the show itself.

With so many horrible fates, it was no great surprise when Grand Maester Pycelle's story came to a brutal conclusion. Qyburn swiftly replaced him, but his horrible death marked a turning point for the Game of Thrones. While relatively underrepresented, compared to characters like Jon Snow and Daenerys Targaryen,...

The list of iconic characters that HBO’s Game of Thrones gave to its fans is long-winding and nostalgic. From Tyrion to his father Tywin Lannister, to the Khaleesi and Jon Snow. From Oberyn Martell to Cersei Lannister, there were simply a host of faces that became globally recognizable after the incredible success of Game of Thrones.

Tywin Lannister died shitting. (via HBO)

Regardless, Tywin Lannister, portrayed by the veteran Charles Dance, was not only a fan-favorite despite his loyalties lying against the protagonists of the show. He was the leader of one of the strongest houses in the seven kingdoms, the mastermind that pulled all the strings for his family, and a flaring temper whose brunt was born by everyone in his family, most notably Tyrion Lannister.

Now, one deleted scene from the series, which also features Julian Glover’s Master Pycelle, has led to fans expressing anguish over...

Before rewatching Mirrors (get it Here), I was a little confused as to why it’s either forgotten or, honestly, kind of hated on. It was one of those movies that I saw in theaters when it came out and then have clear memories of when it came to my Blockbuster for rent. It’s got a fun cast of reliables and was directed by one of the early 2000s freshest and goriest directors. The director has gone on to have a steady and varied career and his new movie starring Halle Berry called Never Let Go sounds as intriguing as ever. After watching Mirrors again, I still really enjoyed it, but I now understand why it has the reputation it has and why it’s perfect for a black sheep. Let’s take a look but maybe be wary of any mirrors that don’t look exactly right.

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Moore's Bond films were a cocktail of genres, veering from standard spy thrillers to supernatural and blaxploitation themes. The franchise broke tradition with slapstick humor and wild action sequences, making Moore's tenure unique and memorable. Roger Moore faced off against formidable opponents, like Jaws, and delivered mind-blowing stunts like the AMC Hornet jump over a bridge.

On June 10, 1972, Roger Moore was announced as the new James Bond. Having previously starred as Simon Templar in The Saint and Lord Brett Sinclair in The Persuaders, he knew what it took to play a daring, fashion-savvy, lothario. Born in Stockwell, London, he was also as British as Bond actors come. Surprisingly, everyone always seemed to doubt him. For the 13 years that he was employed by the Broccolis, various critics constantly labeled his version of Agent 007 a buffoon. Others suggested he wasnt as handsome or magnetic as Connery, opinions he disagreed with.

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Spielberg creates unforgettable villains, from sadistic Nazis to monstrous sharks, adding layers of darkness to his iconic films. The evil in his villains ranges from human cruelty to primal instincts, showcasing a variety of malevolent forces in his movies. Whether it's a twisted Nazi officer or a ghostly preacher, Spielberg's villains are memorable, sinister, and add depth to his narratives.

Stephen Spielberg is responsible for creating some of the most iconic movie characters of all time, including some truly reprehensible villains. One of the most famous directors, producers, and writers of all time, Stephen Spielberg's movies run the gamut of tone, style, and genre, from heartwarming family-friendly adventures to haunting historical dramas. Thanks to this variety in his body of work, Spielberg has been able to come up with some of the most unique and memorable movie villains ever.

In many cases, Spielberg keeps his antagonists memorable by crafting some truly vile characters.

Five years after its hotly controversial finale, Game of Thrones remains one of the most popular television series of all time. Featuring an epic battle for the Iron Throne of Westeros, the HBO series based on George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire was known for introducing iconic characters that audiences grew to love throughout eight seasons.

The popularity of Game of Thrones being what it is, many actors and actresses from the beloved series have gone on to enjoy successful careers outside of the series. Many have joined major franchises in the years since, with many showing up in a galaxy far, far away for a surprise appearance in the Star Wars universe.

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Westeros is a brutal and violent place, and more than once Game of Thrones went too far to make sure fans knew it.

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There are plenty of sympathetic, well-liked, and impressive characters in both House of the Dragon and Game of Thrones. Although Westeros is an undeniably terrible place, there are a few individuals who earn the viewers' admiration through their honesty and kindness. However, not all characters can become instant fan favorites.

On the contrary, there are plenty of characters in both shows who are widely disliked by the audience. This hateability factor might be intentionally woven into their character arcs; people like Ramsay Bolton and Joffrey Baratheon are eminently objectionable. At the same time, there are a few characters who just fail to hit the mark. Whether it's due to personal flaws, irredeemable actions, or feeble writing, there are some characters fans simply can't stand.

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Doctor Who episodes span various genres, showcasing thrilling sci-fi, drama, and romance, resonating differently with each viewer and era. Notable classics like "The Caves of Androzani" and modern gems like "Blink" highlight the show's storytelling depth and evolution. Episodes like "The Day of the Doctor" and "Genesis of the Daleks" masterfully blend action, suspense, and lore to create timeless Doctor Who moments.

The best Doctor Who episodes of all time include stories from the Time Lord's six decades on TV. As an institution of both the sci-fi genre and British culture, Doctor Who means different things to different viewers. Each generation has its version of Doctor Who "their" Doctor. Doctor Who is also one of the few TV shows capably moving week-on-week between suspenseful horror, philosophical drama, and heartbreaking romance. Like Colin Baker, Doctor Who wears a coat of many colors, which makes it a challenge in determining the series' best stories.

An Irish Angel, directed by Danny Patrick, is set in Northern Ireland and centers around Aine, a teenager facing the challenges of an unexpected pregnancy. Still in school herself, Aine must grapple with this major life change while surrounded by the daily pressures of her family and community.

We meet Aine at the start of the film, nervous to reveal her situation to anyone beyond her grandmother. As her belly grows, so do the difficult decisions she needs to make. Will she keep the baby, or will she choose abortion in light of her young age? And how will those around her react to her news, particularly her strict Catholic upbringing and mother?

Aine leans on friends like Leo as well as mentors like her drama teacher, Ellie, for guidance and support. But each comes with their own personal hardships too. All the while, Aine’s terminally ill grandmother needs looking after as well.

Hated movie characters aren't always villains, with actions that make them detestable, sometimes more than the antagonists themselves. Actors give memorable performances as unlikable characters, generating discussions and hatred, even if not intended by the audience. Characters like Marla Grayson and Dolores Umbridge create discomfort, showcasing reprehensible actions with no acknowledgment of their evil.

While there have been plenty of likable villains and charismatic antiheroes that audiences have loved, the most hated movie characters are entertaining because of how satisfying it is to loathe them. Movie history is full of despicable human beings whose only purpose in life is to make life miserable for the heroes and regular people alike. Nothing will help the audience get behind a hero faster than by pitting them against the worst possible villains available. Some of the best performances of all time have been by actors portraying incredibly unlikable characters, meaning the most hated...

Matt Routledge’s conspiracy thriller “The Awakening” has kicked off principal photography at Pinewood Studios in London this week.

Produced by Camelot Media and Awakening Productions, the film stars Justin Tinto, who also wrote the script, as Jason Byrd. The plot centers on a global conspiracy.

Joining the cast are Alice Eve (“Star Trek Into Darkness”), former World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall (“Expendables 4”) and Daniel O’Riley (aka Dapper Laughs). They join previously announced cast members Peter Stormare (“Fargo”), Steven Berkoff (“A Clockwork Orange”), Matt Hookings (“Prizefighter”) and Julian Glover (“Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade”).

“The Awakening” follows Jason Byrd (Tinto) and Rebecca (Eve) as they uncover a worldwide conspiracy aimed at controlling the globe. Their investigation leads them into a maze of secrets and dangers, making their quest to expose the truth a race against time.

Notable talents attached to the project include cinematographer László Bille,...

A quarter-century ago, audiences thought they said "goodbye" to Indiana Jones with the third movie. Yet, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, the supposed trilogy finale, wasn't the end. Whether audiences wish it was or if they appreciate the succeeding films, there is no denying that Henry Jones Junior's (Harrison Ford) quest for the Holy Grail was the zenith for the iconic hero created by George Lucas and brought to life by Steven Spielberg. With the return of familiar faces and villains, along with the introduction of two new ones, the film marked the Indiana Jones movies' transformation into a full-fledged universe.

If the second film, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, was technically a prequel, the third film was a direct sequel to Raiders of the Lost Ark. The Last Crusade was also supposed to be Indiana Jones' swan song, because successful film universes didn't really go beyond trilogies,...

Released 35 years back in 1989, Steven Spielberg’s Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade became a cult classic movie in the long-standing franchise. Exploring emotional themes of the complex father-son relationships, epic action sequences, and the iconic good vs. evil narrative where the protagonist fights against the Nazis, the movie became a fan-favorite watch worldwide.

Acclaimed filmmaker Steven Spielberg | image: Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons

While Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade have several important aspects attributing to the success of the film, one iconic moment from the movie that became a beloved piece of cinematic history was apparently improvised. The scene took place between Harrison Ford and Sean Connery, where the latter ad-libbed a line, which was so hilarious that Steven Spielberg chose to keep it in the final cut.

Sean Connery’s Quick-Witted Improvisation in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

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Movie franchises often struggle with satisfying conclusions when continuing for financial gain. Some long-running franchises like Indiana Jones and Harry Potter have wrapped up their stories beautifully before returning for more. John Wick may have reached a crossroads, and the history of other franchises suggests that moving forward with sequels and spinoffs is unwise.

Most movie franchises tend to fizzle out, but some long-running franchises have already had the perfect chance to go out on a high note. Franchises usually keep making movies for as long as they are profitable. While this makes sense financially, it means that, when viewed as a whole, these stories don't get the satisfying conclusions that they deserve. Later movies rarely live up to those that made the characters so popular to begin with.

Some franchises become too big for their own good, and this often means that there is a financial incentive to keep...

Orlando Bloom didn't enjoy playing Paris in Troy, struggling to relate to the character. Despite a hefty budget, Troy was a box office hit with a strong worldwide gross of $497.4 million. Critics were divided on Troy, praising the spectacle but criticizing the emotionless depiction of the Trojan War.

Orlando Bloom hated being part of the movie Troy, as he had no way of relating to his character in the historical epic, and subsequently blanked filming the movie out of his mind. The 2004 Wolfgang Peterson-directed movie is loved by many, but for Bloom, playing the role of Paris is one that he doesnt look back on with much love or enthusiasm, as he didnt want to be in the movie.

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Peter Stormare, Steven Berkoff and Matt Hookings have joined The Awakening, a new conspiracy thriller currently in the works.

Filmmaker and self-described kung fu film enthusiast Matt Routledge is preparing to direct The Awakening, a conspiracy thriller currently in development from Camelot Media.

The film will follow Justin Tinto’s character who discovers a global conspiracy and sets out to awaken the world, as reported by Screen Daily. Peter Stormare, Steven Berkoff, Julian Glover and Matt Hookings also star in the film. Hookings and Tim Kent are on producing duties.

Tinto commented on the film, saying The Awakening aims to deliver a “message about the importance of critical thinking and the dangers of believing everything you read or hear.”

Shooting is set to take place at Pinewood Studios after pre-production is completed. The film has been financed completely independently.

The Lost Book Of Creation, another Camelot Media production, is also...

Peter Stormare, Steven Berkoff and Matt Hookings have signed on to star in Matt Routledge’s thriller The Awakening for UK producers Camelot Media.

Julian Glover and Justin Tinto are also among the cast of the film, in which Tinto plays a man who discovers a global conspiracy and sets out to awaken the world.

Tinto wrote the original script; the film is currently in pre-production ahead of a shoot at Pinewood Studios.

Hookings and Tim Kent will produce the title for Camelot. It is fully financed through independent sources. Tinto says the film is aiming to convey a “message...

You might remember English actor Julian Glover for his role as Walter Donovan, the villain of "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." A Nazi collaborator who wants the Holy Grail to achieve immortality, he meets a grisly end when he chooses ... poorly.

In his native England, Glover was a renowned member of the Royal Shakespeare Company. In Hollywood, though? He's a 6'2 British man, so, of course, he plays the heels, even in his later roles like Pycelle on "Game of Thrones." (Who knows if he'll show up in "3 Body Problem" with his former co-stars.)

"Last Crusade" was not Glover's first rodeo with Lucasfilm; he had a much smaller role in "The Empire Strikes Back" as Imperial General Veers. The general only shows up in the film's first act, but he leads the At-at assault on the Hoth Rebel base (with some insert shots of him riding in the...

Exclusive: Stephan Elliott, who directed the celebrated cult classic The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, tells this column that a sequel “is happening” and that the original movie’s stars Terence Stamp, Guy Pearce and Hugo Weaving are back “on board” 30 years after the film’s initial release.

“I’m not repeating myself, we’ll start the new film in Australia, but by God, we’re going on one helluva journey,” Elliott reveals.

“The original cast is on board, I’ve got a script that everybody likes, we’re still working out deals. … It’s happening,” he adds with brio.

Since it played a midnight screening in Un Certain Regard at the 1994 Cannes Film Festival, Priscilla has become a byword for glittering, extravagant excess. That was a party night to remember; except I was there and all I can remember is getting back to my hotel at 6 a.

The "Star Wars" universe is stuffed with memorable baddies, and since the theatrical films have mostly been shot in London, these villains are typically from the United Kingdom. Everyone's got a favorite: Ian McDiarmid's sinister Emperor Palpatine, Peter Cushing's ruthless Grand Moff Tarkin (who was digitally resurrected for "Rogue One"), Kenneth Colley's stressed out Admiral Piett ... there's really no wrong answer here. But if I absolutely have to place one member of the Galactic Empire over all the others, I might just go with Julian Glover's delectably evil General Maximillian Veers.

Why? Even though he doesn't get much screen time in "Star Wars: Episode V -- The Empire Strikes Back", Glover is just such a strikingly nasty piece of work during the assault on the Rebels' Hoth base of operations that I find myself wishing Lucas had found more for him to do.

No one should...

The movie hero costumes discussed in this article, such as Indiana Jones' rugged leather jacket and fedora, have become timeless symbols of their respective characters. The iconic outfits of Marty McFly from Back to the Future and Princess Leia from Star Wars resonate with audiences due to their relatable and stylish designs. Characters like John McClane from Die Hard and Neo from The Matrix have become pop culture icons in part because of their distinctive costumes, which perfectly complement their roles and the themes of their respective films.

Many of the most incredible movie hero costumes existed long before the superhero genre dominated mainstream cinema. These heroic ensembles are testaments to the combined efforts of artists in the costume and wardrobe departments of film productions, who work closely with directors and actors in bringing their collective vision to life. Although the work of these artists in the superhero genre have...

Fictional characters like Indiana Jones and Homer Simpson were surprisingly inspired by real people, such as adventurer Roy Chapman Andrews and Matt Groening's own father. James Bond's rival Auric Goldfinger was based on architect Ern Goldfinger, who received prank calls after the film was released. The character of Cosmo Kramer from Seinfeld was inspired by Larry David's neighbor Kenny Kramer, who shared many outrageous traits with the fictional character.

There are some fictional characters who, despite seeming impossibly larger than life, were shockingly based on real people. Across various movies and television shows certain characters have always stood out as being complete fabrications that have interesting real-life inspirations behind them and actual people who contributed to their development. The stories behind the real-life inspirations for fictional characters can come from the creator's family members, people they knew about in their day-to-day lives, or historical figures whose extraordinary life stories were stranger than fiction.

You can almost smell the tea and toast of a Saturday afternoon kick-back with the television as you watch Bouli Lanners island tale of tentative romance. Gentle enough for even the most fragile of constitutions, the writer/director/star puts the wild and windswept backdrop of the Isle of Lewis to good use in his first English language feature, without it feeling like an advert for the tourist board.

Lanners plays Phil, sort for Philippe, an incomer who spends his days working for the farm run by gruff Angus (Julian Glover), alongside the older man's son Peter (Cal MacAninch) grandson Brian (Andrew Still). Also living at the farm is lonely middle-aged singleton Millie (Michelle Fairley), who has picked up the local nickname "ice cream" on account.

When Phil has a stroke that makes him lose his memory, Millie makes a decision that surprises even her. The film hinges on the late-romance warmth that is.

Bouli Lanners’ picturesque setting makes room for a lonely woman to take advantage of memory loss and kid the victim they had been lovers

‘Have you guys seen Jason Bourne?” asks Brian (Andrew Still), a farm labourer in the Outer Hebrides, near the start of Nobody Has to Know. “It’s exactly the same kind of set-up!” How droll of the writer-director Bouli Lanners to invoke that breakneck action franchise when his own film could scarcely be more different, save for a plot involving memory loss. The closest thing here to an action set-piece occurs when an estate agent is tardy returning to the office, leaving her colleague to take a later-than-usual lunch break.

If this isn’t a film to set the heart racing, it doesn’t leave that organ entirely untroubled; with his script’s echoes of 40s weepie Random Harvest, Lanners is aiming for similar status. The...

Exclusive: Vision Films has acquired world rights to sci-fi romance feature Forever Young, starring Diana Quick (Brideshead Revisited), Bernard Hill (The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King), Amy Tyger (Foundation), Mark Jackson (The Orville), Stephanie Beacham (Dynasty), Anna Wolf (The Unfamiliar), and Julian Glover (Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade).

Written and directed by Henk Pretorius, Forever Young follows an aging woman who is given a chance to become young again with a secret formula. She sees this as an opportunity to right her past, but her husband declines because he has no regrets and wouldn’t change a thing about the life they’ve shared. She must decide if she will take this journey without him and what the consequences would be if she did.

Above is a first trailer for the movie.

Llewelynn Greeff negotiated the deal on behalf of Dark Matter Studios with Lise Romanoff,...

This review contains major spoilers for "Star Wars: Crimson Climb" by E.K. Johnston. We highly suggest you bookmark this review and return later after you've read it.

As far back as she could remember, Qi'ra always wanted to be a gangster. And "Crimson Climb" shows us how she makes that transition from scrumrat to the big time. Set just after the prologue of "Solo: A Star Wars Story," E.K. Johnston's "Crimson Climb" tells the tale of Qi'ra's ascension from the White Worms on Corellia all the way up to the high ranks of the criminal syndicate Crimson Dawn. Covering about a year and a half of her life, she grows from scrumrat to cunning criminal operator in the lethal "Star Wars" underworld. She's put through brutal test after brutal test and finds herself in the service of Dryden Vos. After working with various groups of criminals on other planets,...