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THE ODYSSEY Film Adds SONS OF ANARCHY and WALKING DEAD Alum Ryan Hurst to Cast
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey film is continuing to expand its cast with some excellent actors. The latest to join the roster is Ryan Hurst, whom most people know from Sons of Anarchy.
Entertainment News / Nerdist / February 19
First-Look at Matt Damon as Odysseus in Christopher Nolan’s Next Film
The first look for Christopher Nolan’s next hero is here. Matt Damon will star as Odysseus in Nolan’s upcoming film The Odyssey, which is what Nerdist predicted!
20 actors who had near-death experiences while filming
Acting can be a dangerous profession.
Entertainment News / Nerdist / February 5
Guessing Roles for Christopher Nolan’s THE ODYSSEY Cast: Who Plays Who in the Movie?
Christopher Nolan has made some pretty epic films, but his next movie will literally be one of the most famous epics in history. He’s taking a world-class cast around the globe to bring Homer’s The Odyssey to the screen.
Entertainment News / Nerdist / January 30
Watch Charlize Theron in Action in THE OLD GUARD 2 Sneak Peek
It’s been almost four years since The Old Guard hit Netflix. The movie, starring Charlize Theron and directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, was based on a Greg Rucka graphic novel about immortal soldiers-for-hire.
20 actors who proved people wrong after casting criticism
These 20 actors had something to prove.
20 big-name celebrities who have no desire to get married
Don't expect these 18 celebrities to say "I do" anytime soon.
What music? The 17 best original shows on MTV
MTV changed the landscape of both television and music, apt given what those letters stood for, when it became a network dedicated to showing music videos.
Pop culture's most memorable imaginary characters
Most characters in movies and TV are imagined. That is to say, somebody crafted them, they are fictional. However, on top of that, some characters from the realm of pop culture are imaginary.
20 actors who dramatically changed appearances for a role
No need to question these 20 actors' commitment.
21 celebrities who proved who proved bald is beautiful
Think of Farrah Fawcett’s hair in that infamous poster from the ‘70s or Uncle Jesse’s undeniable mane from Full House. Those hair moments made people lose it — in the best way — but what about when there’s no hair up there?
Cinema's 20 most versatile actresses
Hollywood history is filled with examples of remarkably talented actresses who made it in an industry notoriously hostile to them. In many cases, their success was a matter of hard work, and many actresses have shown remarkable versatility in their roles and genres.
22 ‘Arrested Development’ cameos fans might have forgotten
Of course, no one is talking about the likes of Liza Minnelli and Henry Winkler, two guests who appeared across the series. Nope, this list is about the Arrested Development cameos fans may have forgotten over the years.
Entertainment News / Nerdist / May 7
FURIOSA Director George Miller Explains Why Charlize Theron Didn’t Return
When Mad Max: Fury Road came out in 2015, folks immediately latched on to Charlize Theron’s performance as Furiosa. It was instantly iconic. So when it came time for director George Miller to make the upcoming prequel film Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, many wondered why not just bring Charlize back?
20 must-watch movies about apes
Given that apes are humanity’s closest relatives in the animal world, it makes sense that they would serve as an enduring source of fascination. The movies have had a particularly strong fascination with apes, whether gorillas, chimps, bonobos, or orangutans, and they have appeared in everything from thoughtful sci-films to family adventure stories to horror.
Entertainment News / Nerdist / March 27, 2024
Everything We Know About FURIOSA from MAD MAX: FURY ROAD
George Miller’s 2015 masterpiece Mad Max: Fury Road introduced Charlize Theron’s Furiosa to the franchise. Now Anya Taylor-Joy will take on the role in the director’s upcoming prequel.
20 great sci-fi villains that never fail to terrify audiences
These beings — the men and the robots, the women and the cyborgs and the aliens — seem to leap out of the screen, reminding the viewer of the frail precarity of human life, whether in the present or the distant future.
The 20 most terrifying killers in non-horror movies
Though the horror genre is the Hollywood mode of filmmaking most associated with terrifying killers, such figures have also regularly appeared in many other types of movies. These individuals are, in many ways, the expression of some of humanity’s most pervasive and uncontrollable fears and desires.
20 actors who became completely unrecognizable in roles
Diving head-first into a role is obviously nothing new for any actor. That includes transforming one's physical appearance to truly embrace a character.
Girl power: The best women-led action movies
When it comes to classic action movies, they're usually always led by macho men, relegating female characters to damsels in distress or side pieces. However, there have been plenty of action movies, particularly in recent years, with powerful leading ladies at the forefront.
The 25 most memorable characters in the 'Fast & Furious' franchise
The “Fast & Furious” franchise started simply enough. It centered on Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, and stolen DVD players. Now? It’s an over-the-top, globe-spanning action series.
The best movie soundtracks of the 2010s
Who doesn’t like a good needle drop? These are the best movie soundtracks of the 2010s. If you actually listened to the soundtrack outside of watching the film, even better.
20 facts you might not know about 'Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness'
Not only did it give Doctor Strange his second solo adventure several years after the first, but it also saw a beloved director return to the big screen after a lengthy hiatus. Here is a multitude of facts about the 2022 film.
25 celebrities whose names are nearly impossible to pronounce correctly
Some celebs stick with their birth names even if the layperson may have issues pronouncing them. Hey, that’s our problem, not theirs, but here are some celeb names that still give our brains a workout.
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