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Quentin Tarantino finally confirms that Adam Sandler was originally set to star in Inglourious Basterds

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Quentin Tarantino is, without a doubt, a talented filmmaker known for casting some of the best in the business. Now, we have confirmation we almost got a Tarantino collab with The Sandman himself, Adam Sandler. While appearing on Bill Maher’s Club Random podcast alongside Judd Apatow, the trio got into a conversation about Inglourious Basterds. […]

Adam Sandler discusses why he’s never joined a massive blockbuster franchise

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As one of the most recognizable actors, it’s a bit shocking that Adam Sandler hasn’t appeared in a Marvel, DC, Star Wars, or any other major franchise. While not every actor needs to appear in a blockbuster, Sandler’s beloved status seems perfect for a supporting or starring role in some of the most popular movies. […]

Adam Sandler signs another four-film deal with Netflix

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With the third film of his four-picture deal, Sandy Wexler, set to hit Netflix next month, it has been announced that Adam Sandler has extended his contract with the streaming giant for a further four movies, which will be produced through his Happy Madison Productions banner. “Love working with Netflix and collaborating with them,” said […]

Sony’s biggest movies of 2015 are all Adam Sandler projects

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While he was mocked in the press earlier this year for the poor box office opening of Pixels, Adam Sandler is still a bankable star over at Sony. It’s not been a great year for the studio, but their three biggest domestic releases of 2015 so far have all been Sandler projects. The current top three films are […]

When Sandler Gets Serious

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Tom Jolliffe looks at Adam Sandler’s successful forays into drama… When you get a name for yourself doing something, it becomes difficult to shake off that label. When Robert De Niro had been so well known as gangsters, maniacs or tough guys, his ventures into comedy were initially surprising. When it comes to Adam Sandler, […]

A24: Fighting to keep cinema engaging and promoting diversity

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Tom Jolliffe looks at the growing impact of A24 and why they’re the best thing in cinema right now…. The widening grip of Disney expands almost every year. They can seemingly rest a little on their laurels having generally found a formula that works with minimal boundaries pushed, or need for innovative dramatic ideas. Whilst […]

No Laughing! When Comedians Get Serious

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Tom Jolliffe looks at when comedic actors take on more challenging (and sometimes darker) material… When you’re a star renowned for a particular genre, it can be hard to break out of that. Over the years, many a comedy star has become synonymous with churning out an array of comedy vehicles. It’s often easier to […]

Guilty Pleasures: A Vintage Adam Sandler Double Bill

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Tom Jolliffe delves into two guilty pleasures with a double dose of classic era Adam Sandler… We’ve all got guilty pleasures. Whether it’s music, TV, or film, some things just bring with them a general air of derision (despite their awesomeness). I mean in music terms, why does Phil Collins get a bad rap, when […]

Guilty Pleasure Comedy Favourites

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Tom Jolliffe on the joys of a guilty pleasure comedy… There comes a time in adulthood when you must stop to ponder the question, ‘am I mature yet?’ Then you’re sat watching Dumb and Dumber. Jeff Daniels shits his guts out after being spiked with laxatives and you almost defecate yourself laughing. The answer is […]