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BritBoxis bringing two more ofAgatha Christie’s iconic detectives to life with a twist. The streaming service has just greenlit a new six-episode miniseries centering on the crime-solving coupleTommy & Tuppence, but it’ll unfold entirely in the modern day. It marks the first contemporary English-language television series adaptation of Christie’s stories of the pair, and it also stands as the first television drama series commissioned for playwrightPhoebe Eclair-Powell. Casting is still being finalized, but filming is set to get underway later this year withHappy Valleyproducer Lookout Point at the helm in association with Agatha Christie Limited....

Jawsis known to be a lot of things, but perhaps the most widely agreed upon is it being the first Hollywood Blockbuster. But what many fail to see is thatJaws, albeit a commercial vehicle at first glance, shares a lot of characteristics with New Hollywood films. One of these is its reflections on Vietnam, lurking underneath its surface just like its famous shark. While there are more famous, explicitly anti-Vietnam New Hollywood films likeApocalypse NowandThe Deer Hunter,Jawsemerges as an unlikely Vietnam movie....

Many film watchers may believe that the wildest concepts come from superhero movies, action thrillers, or horrors, but they don’t - that accolade belongs toromantic comedies. These are the films with the most truly unbelievable setups, those that often shirk logic (or the darker implications of their outcomes) to create a picturesque image of protagonists finding perfect, fairytale love. At first glance, it’s easy to cementThe Idea of Youas just another unbelievable one of these....

The first season of the spinoff show,Suits LA, is gradually inching towards the finish line. While the show might have struggled with ratings so far, it does feel good to be back in the world ofSuits, with well-dressed and exceptionally brilliant lawyers. While the original series hadSarah Raffertyplaying Donna Paulsen, secretary and confidante toGabriel Macht’sall-conquering New York lawyer, Harvey Specter. The spinoff has its own version of that dynamic, with series lead,Stephen Amell’s Ted Black, having his back watched by his secretary, Roslyn, played byAzita Ghanizada....

Quick Links Way back in 1997,a Canadian sci-fi/horror film titledCubebecame a video-store cult hitthanks to its clever story, which finds six strangers waking up one day trapped in a series of deadly, interconnected rooms and having to solve a series of puzzles and challenges to escape … or die trying. The film spawned a sequel, a prequel, anda Japanese remake, and its DNA leaked into the escape-room craze that would follow a handful of years later and spawn a whole new generation of similar, largely single-location “puzzle-box movies,” where the characters doubled as game pieces and the “game” became their whole frightening reality....

The Bold and the Beautifulis headed to Italy for another on-location shoot. This is the sixth time the CBS soap has visited the beautiful European country to highlight its fashion and fan base. Along with the change of scenery, the writers decided to focus on the never-ending love triangle between Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang), Ridge (Thorsten Kaye), and Taylor (Rebecca Budig). This time, they added Nick Marone (Jack Wagner), which ups the ante a bit....

The Outsidersare celebrating their 40th anniversary. The coming-of-age story directed byFrancis Ford Coppola(The Godfather) was released in March 1983. It featured an ensemble cast of up-and-coming talent who became Hollywood’s biggest stars. Based on the book byS.E. Hinton, the film was a critical and financial success. It has earned a cult following thanks to its impressive ensemble, Coppola’s direction, and the film’s source material was a fixture in many high school curriculums for years....

Even before the rise of the MCU, film studios searched for successful content for franchises. In the world of animation, this was done frequently in the 90s and 2000s, with the rise of direct-to-video releases. Some of these sequels would even see theatrical releases. Related:10 Best Pixar Films Ranked, According To IMDB Occasionally this resulted in an enjoyable film, likeLion King 2: Simba’s Pride,or even ones that surpassed the original likeShrek 2....

Science-fiction marks one of the oldest and most thought-provoking genres in cinematic history, typically excelling at bringing wondrous and enticing technological worlds to the screen while offering unconventional yet insightful contemplations on what it means to be human. There have been a great many sci-fi films which presented these meditations in ways that were conducive to their contemporary audiences yet waned over time, warranting refreshed and modernized remakes to explore the stories’ central themes anew....

After 45 seasons,Survivoris still among the most watched reality shows on the planet.Many would say it’s more than a reality competition, involving real struggle and wit that justify its slogan “Outwit, outplay, outlast.” As 18 people fight harsh living conditions in a camp surrounded by wildlife, they’re often subjected tointense physical challengesthat either provide prize sustenance or save them from getting voted out and finishingSurvivorsooner than they want. These conditions should be enough to get people to work together to overcome hardship, but they instead createskilled, savvy, and crafty contestants that fight their way throughthe tough times and keep their heads in the game....

A series that has taken Prime by unexpected storm,My Lady Janeis a wonderfully refreshing twist on an oft-told short period in British history. The story of Lady Jane Grey is a staple of British history lessons and is a tale often recounted in film and television by showcasing the fragility of the nine-day Queen. However,Gemma Burgessinstead wanted to tell this tale with Jane Grey’s powerful heroism on full display, leading to a rewriting of history, the inclusion of fantastical elements, and a foul-mouthed narrator to bring to life this story that thrives in being so beautifully historically inaccurate....

When I visited the set ofSpider-Man: Homecominglast summer, I was certainly excited to see how the film was progressing, and to seeTom Hollandin the Spider-Man costume, and to speak withMichael Keatonand directorJon Watts. But if I’m being honest, there was one person I wasmostlooking forward to talking to, and that’s producerAmy Pascal. Pascal is not only one of the main people who madeSpider-Man: Homecominga possibility in the first place, but as a veteran of the industry and former head of Sony Pictures, she’s spearheaded films likeThe Social Network,Casino Royale, andZero Dark Thirtyand of course the ever-evolvingSpider-Manfranchise....

Apple’s education pricing program offers discounted rates on products such as Macs and iPads for individuals working in the education sector. The program is open to current and newly accepted college students, their parents, as well as teachers and staff at all levels. It provides a cost-effective way for eligible buyers to access Apple devices, which are widely used in educational environments for their reliability and user-friendly interfaces. To be eligible for these discounts, you need to verify your educational status or employment at an educational institution....