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Rian Johnson explains the ‘let the past die’ theme of Star Wars: The Last Jedi

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‘Let the past die’ was the central theme of Rian Johnson’s Star Wars: The Last Jedi and now the director has explained the thinking behind it. Throughout the film a number of characters brought up this theme of letting the past die in one way or another, including two of the film’s key figures Luke […]

Ben Mendelsohn is staying quiet about his rumoured role in Captain Marvel

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Actor Ben Mendelsohn isn’t giving a whole lot away about his villainous character in Captain Marvel. We learned back in October that Mendelsohn was in talks to play the villain in Captain Marvel (also starring Brie Larson and Jude Law), and now there are rumours circulating (via That Hashtag Show) that the Rogue One actor […]

Gwendoline Christie felt “unbelievable” upon being cast as Captain Phasma in Star Wars

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Gwendoline Christie has said that she felt “unbelievable” at being cast in Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Captain Phasma. Right from the get go, with the character’s chrome storm trooper attire, and dominating stature, Phasma has been an alluring character, with fans eager to find out more details. The character is set to appear […]

Kevin Feige “can’t wait” to see Justice League, asks fans “what are you fighting about?”

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Kevin Feige is just as excited to see Justice League as you are when it hits cinemas next week. There is a lot made of the animosity between DC and Marvel, especially between their two respective fan bases – who it’s fair to say enjoy the competition with one another. Marvel Studios big boss Kevin […]

Kevin Smith thinks fans should give Joaquin Phoenix’s Joker movie a chance

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Kevin Smith has defended the idea of Joaquin Phoenix’s solo Joker movie, praising WB for trying something different. Now that we know Joaquin Phoenix has officially signed on to play the Joker in a solo movie, fans are not only starting to speculate on what might happen in the film but also argue if the […]

Amber Heard discusses Mera’s hyrdrokinesis powers in Aquaman

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Amber Heard, who is portraying Mera in the upcoming movie Aquaman, has commented on her character’s hyrdrokinesis superpowers. One of the most interesting elements regarding Aquaman is the fact that so much of the film will be set underwater, providing what will surely be a radically different visual style to the film compared to other […]

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom writer has revealed why Jeff Goldblum had such a small role

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Colin Trevorrow, the co-writer for Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, has revealed why Jeff Goldblum wasn’t in the film more. Many fans were excited when Jeff Goldblum was announced to be returning to the Jurassic Park franchise as his popular character Ian Malcolm. But when fans sat down to enjoy Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, it became […]

Aquaman director James Wan is impressed that Marvel made Captain America and Thor so successful

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James Wan, director of the upcoming DC superhero blockbuster Aquaman, is impressed that Marvel made Captain America and Thor so successful, especially overseas. There’s no doubt that one of the most impressive things Marvel Studios has accomplished is getting people engaged and interested in what were once lesser known characters like Captain America and Thor. The […]

Darth Maul actor is confident about the chances of an Obi-Wan Kenobi Star Wars movie

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Darth Maul actor Ray Park is reportedly confident that an Obi-Wan Kenobi anthology movie will happen. Ray Park, who most famously portrayed villain Darth Maul in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, is a much-beloved performer thanks to his work on that movie. The Phantom Menace isn’t remembered all that fondly but Darth Maul […]