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The BAFTA2025winners have been announced, and it was an exciting night celebrating the best in British and international cinema. FromEdward Berger’s Conclave sweeping multiple categories to The Brutalist making a late surge with wins for Best Director and Best Actor, the evening was filled with surprises and emotional speeches.Mikey Madison’s unexpected win for Anora had everyone talking, whileEmilia PerezandWallace And Gromit:Vengeance Most Fowlcontinued their strong awards season run. Hosted byDavid Tennantat London’s Royal Festival Hall, the ceremony honored industry legends and rising talents, making the BAFTA Awards 2025 a night to remember.

Best Film Anora The Brutalist A Complete Unknown ConclaveEmilia PérezLeading ActressCynthia Erivo–WickedKarla Sofía Gascón– Emilia PérezMarianne Jean-Baptiste–Hard TruthsMikey Madison – AnoraDemi Moore–The SubstanceSaoirse Ronan– The Outrun Leading ActorAdrien Brody– The BrutalistTimothée Chalamet...

The Ee BAFTA Film Awards happened this evening at the Royal Festival Hall in London, hosted once more byDavid Tennant.

Poking fun at Trump during his monologue, Tennant also offered the usual celebrity gags and had several stars singing part of The Proclaimers' "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)".

Cautioning audience members that there would not be an intermission as with nominated epicThe Brutalist,Tennant also admonished winners to "keep your speeches the opposite of your films: nice and short."

A somewhat surprising addition to the night (though perhaps not given their presence on the soundtracks for bothBetter ManandAnora) was a performance of "Greatest Day" by Take That.

As for the winners, it was a good night forConclave,which won Best Film, another Adapted Screenplay trophy for writerPeter Straughan,Best British Film and Editing andA Real Pain,which went home with Original Screenplay for...

One does not simply walk into "The Lord of the Rings"movies. Wait, that's not the right quote -- or is it? The point isPeter Jackson's trilogy was a big deal around the turn of the millennium, and everyone wanted to be a part of Middle-earth. Well, almost everybody, since a number of actors turned down "The Lord of the Rings"franchise.

It's always a good time to look back at the casting process of major movies and consider the big what-ifs. More often than not, these films go through significant changes to reach their final form, and not every actor envisioned for a role lands up in the part. Look at the risky move replacingStuart TownsendasAragornbehind the scenes of "The Lord of the Rings,"even though production had already commenced. It paid off in the end, sinceViggo Mortensen's Aragorn is arguably...

Wicked,Nosferatu,Conclave,Shogun,The Penguin,FalloutandSquid Gamewere among the winners at the Art Directors Guild Awards on Saturday night.

The 29th annual Excellence in Production Design Awards were handed out by the Art Director’s Guild (Adg,IATSE Local 800) at the InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown during an event hosted by comedianRachael Harris.

The Adg wins will have the attention of those looking for signs of who will take the Academy Award for production design. The winner of the Adg’s fantasy film honor have taken home the production design Oscar three times in the past six years, with Poor Things,Duneand BlackPantherall going on to win the Oscar. The period film winner also won the Oscar twice during this period, with Once Upon a Time in Hollywood andManktaking home statues. But in 2023,Babylontook home the Adg period win, but...

Small Things Like These,an Irish drama starringCillian Murphyas a coal merchant and father haunted by secret abuses in a local convent sanctioned by the Catholic Church, beat outKneecap,the hip-hop comedy featuringMichael Fassbender,to win the best film honor at the Irish Film & Television Awards 2025 during a ceremony held in Dublin on Friday.Saoirse Ronanleft with two awards (the lead actress honor for her role inThe Outrunand the supporting actress trophy forBlitz).Murphywon the best actor IFTA for his work inSmall Things Like These.Demi Moore(The Substance) andRalph Fiennes(Conclave) were honored in the international acting categories, andColin Farrell(The Penguin) andSharon Horgan(for writingBad Sisters) earned TV statuettes.

Rich Peppiattreceived the best director IFTA forKneecap,which follows the West Belfast hip-hop trio of the same name on their mission to save their mother tongue.

Exclusive: Here are your first look images of Oscar winnerRussell Crowe(Gladiator) andDaniel MacPherson(Foundation) in martial-arts movieBeast In Me,which is in production in Australia and Bangkok, from a script co-written by Crowe.

They are joined in the cast byLuke Hemsworth(Westworld),Mojean Aria(The Correspondent)Kelly Gale(Plane),George Burgess(Land of Bad),Bren Foster(The Last Ship),Saphira Moran(It Will Find You) and Australian musicianAmy Shark,who makes her feature film debut.

TheSolution Entertainment Groupis selling the project at the EFM in Berlin.

Pic follows Patton James (MacPherson), who abandons his mixed martial arts dream to support his wife, Luciana (Gale), and son. When his brother, Malon (Aria), suffers a serious injury and faces financial strain to underworld figures, Patton sets out to avenge him in a One Championship fight with the help of veteran trainer Sammy (Crowe). Below are additional production stills.

Josh Brolin,Margaret Qualley,andGuy Pearcehave officially joined the cast ofThe Dog Stars,Ridley Scott’s next film for20th Century Studios.They will star alongsideJacob Elordi,who was cast earlier this year afterPaul Mescalstepped away due to scheduling conflicts. Filming is set to begin in Italy at the end of April.

Based onPeter Heller’s 2012 novel, the movie takes place in a post-apocalyptic world after a deadly flu virus wipes out most of humanity. Elordi plays Hig, a pilot struggling to survive in this harsh new reality. He teams up with a hardened gunman, played byBrolin,as they navigate threats from roving scavengers. Along the way, Hig encountersCima,a young doctor portrayed by Qualley, and her protective father, played byPearce.The script was adapted byMark L. Smith,known forThe Revenantand the upcomingTwisters.

Scott, known forGladiator,...

Ridley Scott’s forthcoming dystopian thrillerThe Dog Starsis continuing to cast up after previously landingJacob Elordias the lead.

Margaret Qualley,Josh BrolinandGuy Pearceare in final talks to star in the movie for20th Century Studios.Mark L. Smithwrote the script, adaptingPeter Heller’s 2012 apocalyptic novel of the same name.

The Dog Starscenters on a civilian pilot living on an abandoned airbase with his dog and an ex-Marine amid a devastating pandemic. A random transmission picked up by the pilot’s radio from his 1956 Cessna offers hope for a better life.

The Hollywood Reporterreported last month that Elordi was in early negotiations to replacePaul Mescal.Scott told the crowd at aGladiatorII screening in December that Mescal would likely drop out of reteaming with him inThe Dog Starsdue to the actor being busy with Sam Mendes’ four-film Beatles project.

Josh Brolin,Margaret QualleyandGuy Pearcehave joined the cast ofRidley Scott’s next film, “The Dog Stars.”

They’ll star alongsideJacob Elordi,who was hired in January afterPaul Mescalexited the 20th Century film due to scheduling issues. Production is expected to commence in Italy at the end of April.

Based onPeter Heller’s 2012 novel, “The Dog Stars”was adapted for the screen byMark L. Smith( “Twisters”). Set in a post-apocalyptic society after a catastrophic flu virus wipes out nearly all of humanity, the story follows a pilot named Hig (Elordi) who befriends a cranky gunman (Brolin) as they try to outlast a roaming band of scavengers. Qualley is playing a character namedCima,a young doctor and the daughter of a jaded rancher (Pearce), whom Hig meets on the journey.

Scott, prolific as ever at age 87, is the Oscar-nominated director of “Gladiator,...

If you weren’t aware, the European Film Market is in full swing in Berlin, with folks gearing up for financing and distribution partners. A heap of films are hoping to find suitors. Another high-profile film project heading toEFM,as announced byFields Entertainment,Under The Influence,and augenschein Filmproduktion in collaboration with Construction Film is a period thriller, “The Weight,” starring veteran actorsEthan Hawke( “Leave The World Behind”) andRussell Crowe( “Gladiator”).

Continue reading ‘The Weight’: Ethan Hawke & Russell Crowe To Star In 1930s Oregon Survival Drama at The Playlist.

When it comes to the “technical” categories, we all know what the Academy voters like: large-scale world-building, showy “look at me” uses of craft, period detail, and, ideally, especially for certain categories (like Best Editing and Cinematography), it helps to be the Best Picture front-runner. But those aren’t always the ingredients that make for the best filmmaking and visual and aural storytelling.

With final Oscar voting starting yesterday, theIndieWirecraft team looks at eight categories to see who is most likely to win and who we would pick if we had a vote. A few notes before we jump in.

The “Will Win” sections below are based on the latest predictions by IndieWire’sBill Desowitz,the best craft and animation awards analyst in the business. Make sure to follow Bill’s continued coverage of the craft Oscar races as guild awards continue to confirm or upset predictions,...

Mel Gibsonis locked, loaded, and ready to go scorched earth on woke Hollywood, and if reports are to be believed,Donald Trumpis backing his play.Gibson’s never been one to hold back, but this time, he’s allegedly coming for the bloodsuckers running the industry.

Donald Trump | Image byGage Skidmore,licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0 viaWikimedia Commons

If there’s one thing Gibson loves more than a Hollywood showdown, it’s proving his critics wrong. With Trump reportedly in his corner, this could be one of the wildest comebacks Tinseltown has ever seen.

Mel Gibson’s Hollywood warpath: Backed by Donald Trump, he’s taking on ‘woke’ elites Mel Gibson inMad Max| Credits: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc

Mel Gibson’s back in the spotlight — this time with a mission. RadarOnline revealed that Gibson’s stepping into a new role as Donald Trump’s “special envoy” to Hollywood,...

Music is a universal language, and one does not necessarily need to understand the lyrics to feel the power of a song—at least, that’s whatLisa Gerrardbelieves in. The Australian singer is best known for her exceptional rendition ofHans Zimmer’s Now We Are Free, one of the soundtracks of 2000’sGladiator.

Lisa Gerrard / Credits:YouTube

The iconic song has over 288 million streams on Spotify, but even then, it was already a successful hit. The combination of Gerrard’s hauntingly soulful voice andZimmer’s masterful musical work created a masterpiece worthy of an Oscar award. Unfortunately, it was snubbed at the 73rd Academy Awards.

The Oscars failed to recognize Lisa Gerrard’s Now We Are Free despite its unique characteristics

Lisa Gerrard is notably known in the industry as a prodigy in music due to her unique blending of made-up languages with dramatic tones and an avant-garde approach.

There are plenty of prolonged cinematic experiences out there these days, but few of them have maintained their enduring appeal quite as long asPeter Jackson's "The Lord of the Rings"trilogy. Available in both long theatrical and extreme extended edition formats, binging through"The Fellowship of the Ring,""The Two Towers,"and"The Return of the King"from sundown to sunset has become a favorite past-time for Tolkien fans everywhere (including yours truly).

If you're planning on a marathon soon, you may be wondering just how long the experience will be. How many meals do you have to account for? How many bathroom breaks will you need? How early should you start?

Let's start with the big picture. If you binge the theatrical version of the Middle-earth trilogy back to back, the full runtime is a butt-numbing 558 minutes long. That's nine hours and 17 minutes, for those of you counting at home.

Hans Zimmer’s 2016 Live In Prague show is now getting a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray physical media release. More here.

The week we learn that the work of Hans Zimmer is getting a cinema outing to itself, one of his sold out concerts is confirmed for the 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray format.

Hans Zimmer: Live In Prague is already available on Blu-ray, butEagle Rockhas now put a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray physical media release up for pre-order.

It’s set to land on 21st March 2025, and you can find more information, and order yourself a copy, right here.

Update: This has now been delayed to 18th July 2025.

This is a concert that was shot in 2016, and as such you’re not going to be getting anything from, say,DuneorTenetin there. What you will get are pieces of music from the likes ofThe Dark Knighttrilogy,...

Two-time Oscar winnerDenzel Washingtonisn’t bothered about not adding another Academy Award nomination under his belt for his performance inGladiator II.

In a lengthy interview with The New York Times, published on Saturday,Washingtonwas asked if he cared about not receiving an Oscar nom forRidley Scott’s long-awaited sequel toGladiator.The actor replied: “I was sitting there smiling, going: Look at you. On the day you didn’t get a nomination for an Oscar, you’re working onOthelloon Broadway. Are you kidding me?” before playfully adding, “A Oh, I’m so upset. “

He continued: “Listen, I’ve been around too long. I’m getting wiser, working on talking less and learning to understand more — and that’s exciting.”

Washington previously won the trophy forGloryin 1988 and Training Day in 2002 and earned a total of 10 nominations. However, despite his performance being received well,...

The 24th AARP Movies for Grownups Awards are here, crowning the best movies and TV shows of the past year for audiences of a certain age.

Hosted byAlan Cummingon Saturday at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel,ConclaveandA Complete Unknownled the nominations at the awards show, which was created by and for people over 50 years old.

The latter beat outConclave,Emilia Pérez,GladiatorII and September 5 for Best Movie for Grownups during the ceremony.

Originally scheduled for Jan. 11, the awards show was postponed due to last month’s devastating Los Angeles County wildfires. The AARP Foundation will donate proceeds from the awards to local organizations to aid in wildfire recovery efforts.

The 24th AARP Movies for Grownups Awards will be broadcast by PBS on Great Performances on Sunday, Feb. 23 7pm Et/6pm Ct, also streaming on the PBS website and app.

Here are the winners of...

The nominations for the 97th Academy Awards have been announced, but do you still feel like you need to play catch up?

This year’s Oscar nominees run the gamut, including heartfelt musicals and gory body horrors. “EmiliaPérez”led all nominees for this year’s ceremony with 13, following behind were “Wicked”and “The Brutalist”both with 10 nominations.

Several nominees have special recognitions, includingKarla Sofía Gascónas the first openly trans actor nominated, “Conclave”supporting actressIsabella Rosselliniearning a nomination 46 years her mother did,Demi Moore’s first nomination after four decades in the business andTimothée Chalametbecoming the youngest two-time Oscar nominee sinceJames Dean.

Read the full list of where to watch all of the 2025 Oscar movies.

Searchlight PicturesA Complete Unknown

TheBob Dylanorigin story earned eight nominations, including Best Picture, directing forJames Mangold,leading actor forTimothee Chalamet,supporting actor forEdward Norton,...

Mikey Madisonas Ani andMark Eydelshteynas Ivan in ‘Anora’ (Courtesy ofNeon)

WickedandConclavewent into the 2025 Critics Choice Awards with the most nominations, but voters (myself included) spread the wealth around, showeringWicked,Conclave,The Brutalist, Anora, TheSubstance(congratsDemi Moore!), andEmilia Perezwith film awards. On the TV drama side,Shogunearned Best Drama, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Supporting Actress awards. Hacks cleaned up in the TV comedy categories, scoring Best Comedy, Best Actress, and Best Supporting Actress.

The Critics Choice Awards were held on February 7, 2025 withChelsea Handlerreturning as host for the third time.Handlerspent time during the opening of her monologue to thank first responders for their incredible work during the Los Angeles wildfires. She also thankedBlake LivelyandJustin Baldonifor providing a distraction from waking up every day not knowing what news will disappoint or horrify us.

The best in both movies and television were honored at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards!

So many stars stepped out for the awards show on Friday (February 7) at the Barker Hanger in Santa Monica, Calif.

Heading into the show,WickedandConclavewere the most nominated movies of the night with 11 nominations each whileShogunled the TV categories with 6 nominations.

Make sure to check out our Best Dressed list to see all of the best looks from the red carpet.

Head inside to check out the complete winners list for the Critics Choice Awards…

Keep scrolling to see the full winners list from the Critics Choice Awards…

Movie Categories:

Best Picture

A Complete Unknown

Anora – Winner

The Brutalist

Conclave

Dune: Part Two

Emilia Pérez

NickelBoys

Sing Sing

The Substance

Wicked

Best Actor

Adrien Brody–The Brutalist– Winner

Timothée Chalamet–A Complete Unknown

Daniel Craig–Queer

Colman Domingo– Sing Sing...

“Gladiator II”production designerArthur Maxis no stranger to working with costume designerJanty Yates.Over the years, they have worked on a dozen movies together, going all the way back to the first “Gladiator”film in 2004. It’s a partnership which Max affectionately calls “a serious level of collaboration.”

From “Kingdom of Heaven”to “Prometheus”to “Napoleon,”directorRidley Scottrelies on his trusted department heads to build worlds and design costumes. This time,Yatesand Max return to the arena to dress and design “Gladiator II,”starringPaul Mescal,Denzel Washington,Pedro Pascal,Connie Nielsen,Joseph QuinnandFred Hechinger.

After his town is conquered by the tyrannical emperors who now lead Rome,Lucius(Mescal) is forced to enter the Colosseum and seeks to return to glory of Rome to the people.

As part of Max’s early process, he says he will often go to Yates...

The Brutalistis poised to win big at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards on Friday. According to the official Gold Derby odds, which are based on the combined predictions of thousands of Gold Derby experts, editors, and users, the epic drama about a Holocaust survivor’s struggles in America will claim Best Picture, Best Director (Brady Corbet), Best Actor (Adrien Brody), and Best Cinematography.

The Critics Choice Awards are decided by the Critics Choice Association, which comprises more than 580 broadcast, radio, and online critics and entertainment journalists. The voting body has little overlap with the Motion Picture Academy that decides the Oscars, which may be why they’ve disagreed with the Best Picture Oscar winner half the time in recent years. The two organizations have matched five times in the past decade: both groups pickedSpotlight(2015),The Shape of Water(2017),Nomadland(2020),Everything Everywhere All at Once(2022), andOppenheimer(2023).

AfterThe Brutalist,...

Robert De Nirowon his second Oscar in 1981 for playing a bo xing champ inRaging Bull.And now he has been chosen as the acting champ when it comes to Academy Awards.

His performance for theMartin Scorsesefilm from 1980 has been voted the greatest Oscar Best Actor winner ever, according to a Gold Derby ballot cast by 21 of our film experts, critics, and editors, who ranked all 97 male leading actors.

Anthony Hopkinsfinished second forThe Silence of the Lambs(1991), withMarlon Brandofollowing in third forThe Godfather(1972).Daniel Day-LewisforThere Will Be Blood(2007), andGregory PeckforTo Kill a Mockingbird(1961) rounded out the top five.

At the bottom of the list of the Best Actor winners isWarner Baxterfor In Old Arizona (1928).George Arlissin Disraeli (1929),Lionel BarrymoreforA Free Soul(1930),Paul LukasforWatch on the Rhine(1942), andPaul MuniforThe Story of Louis Pasteur...

Robert De Nirowon his second Oscar in 1981 for playing a bo xing champ inRaging Bull.And now he has been chosen as the champ of all actors.

His performance for theMartin Scorsesefilm from 1980 has been voted the greatest Oscar Best Actor winner ever, according to a Gold Derby ballot cast by 21 of our film experts, critics, and editors, who ranked all 97 male leading actors.

Anthony Hopkinsranked second forThe Silence of the Lambs(1991), withMarlon Brandofollowing in third forThe Godfather(1972).Daniel Day-LewisforThere Will Be Blood(2007), andGregory PeckforTo Kill a Mockingbird(1961) rounded out the top five.

At the bottom of the list of the Best Actor winners isWarner Baxterfor In Old Arizona (1928). Just above that film performance in the rankings areGeorge Arlissin Disraeli (1929),Lionel BarrymoreforA Free Soul(1930),Paul LukasforWatch on the Rhine...

After a relatively quiet year at the MCU, the cinematic giant is gearing up to introduce theFantastic Fourin a rather exciting setting. Considering that Marvel flicks have been often criticized for their lack of visual experimentation,Matt Shakman’sThe Fantastic Four: First Stepshas left fans enticed following its retro-futuristic visual style.

The Fantastic Four:First Steps | Credit:Marvel Studios

Although theFantastic FourIP has had a rough streak on the silver screen, the trailer, especially one shot ofJoseph Quinn’s Human Torch, has fans convinced that this adaptation will be their big break in live-action.

One shot in Matt Shakman’sThe Fantastic Fourtrailer has left fans thrilled Joseph Quinn as Human Torch | Credit: Marvel Studios

Previously played byChris Evansin the 2005 feature, the Marvel star returned back to Human Torch[‘s boots in last year’sDeadpool& Wolverine, which continued the running trend ofFantastic Fourcharacters dying early on.

Henry Cavillis possibly the most desirable leading man in Hollywood with his striking looks, undeniable screen presence, and raw talent. The British actor is best known for playing Superman inZack Snyder’sMan of Steel,and his portrayal of the Dceu character was loved by audiences worldwide.

Henry Cavill inMan of Steel|DC Films/Warner Bros. Pictures

With his chiseled jawline, piercing eyes, and physique that seemed to be sculpted by the Greek gods themselves,Cavillwas tailor-made for the role, making him the definitive Superman of an entire generation. But beyond his action-hero persona, there’s so much that is not known about the actor, so let’s unpack the details about his childhood, siblings, and early career.

Henry Cavill’s childhood and early days in the film industry Henry Cavill as Clark Kent inMan of Steel| DC Films/Warner Bros. Pictures

Henry William Dalgliesh Cavill...

Matchstick Menis an unusual addition toRidley Scott’s celebrated filmography. While primarily known for his lavish, large-scale blockbusters, Scott’s been known to pivot to other genres when least expected. In the early 2000s, he was amid an incredible career comeback. First bursting onto the scene with the one-two punch ofAlienandBlade Runner,Scott had suffered a long run of flops following his 1991 blockbusterThelma & Louise.Movies like1492: Conquest of Paradise,White SquallandG.I. Janelost a lot of money, but when he madeGladiatorin 2000, he was back – big time. He followed that movie up with two major blockbusters,HannibalandBlack Hawk Down,but then, in 2003, he opted to make a small-scale comedy-drama calledMatchstick Men,which paired him withNicolas Cage.

In it,Cageplays a small-time con man namedRoy Waller,who suffers from Tourette syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Look, I get it –Christopher Nolanis basically Hollywood’s golden boy right now. Fresh off his Oppenheimer triumph, with those shiny Oscar statues and impressive box office numbers to boot, he seems unstoppable. And hey, whenUniversal Picturesdropped that bombshell announcement about his next project beingThe Odyssey,I should have been over the moon.

Christopher Nolan | Credits:BBC

I mean, it’s Nolan taking onHomer!But here’s the thing – the more I think about it, the more this knot in my stomach grows. Sure, we’ve got this incredible cast and Nolan’s track record speaks for itself, but something’s nagging at me.

Maybe it’s my inner literary-film nerd overthinking things, but I’ve got some serious concerns about whether this epic adventure will connect with today’s audiences the way Oppenheimer did. Let me break it down for you.

The historical adaptation...

FilmmakerRidley Scottis known for his opulent commercial films that usually tackle larger-than-life subjects. While most of Scott’s films have been critical or commercial hits, some of them have been absolute duds, including the 2014 biblical epicExodus: Gods and Kings,based on the story ofProphetMosesfrom theBible.However, the film was criticized for its casting choices.

Christian Balewas cast as Moses inExodus: Gods and Kings(Credit:20th Century Fox).

After the film’s all-white cast was announced, Scott faced heavy backlash and accusations of white-washing. Scott defended his decision to cast Caucasian actors in the movie over staying true to the ethnic roots of the biblical figures. However, Scott’s explanation was bewildering and rather bizarre. Here is how Ridley Scott defended Exodus: Gods and Kings’ casting choices.

Ridley Scott defended the whitewashing ofExodus: Gods and Kings

Directed by Ridley Scott,Exodus: Gods and Kings...

In 2024,Amazon’s Prime Videoexperienced significant growth in the U.S. streaming market. By the fourth quarter, it became the second most in-demand SVOD platform, capturing 16.7% of the total demand for content on SVOD platforms, according to Parrot Analytics. This is an impressive rise from the first quarter, where it held 13.3% and ranked fourth.

This advancement allowed Prime Video to surpass competitors likeMaxandHulu,positioning it just behindNetflix.A key driver of this growth was the increased demand for Prime Video’s movie catalog. Notably, it overtook Netflix to become the most in-demand movie library in the U.S., growing its share from 6.8% in Q1 to 10.7% in Q4.

Several factors contributed to this success. Prime Video already boasted the largest catalog of movies available on platform before 2024, and it expanded further by 71.7% between the first and fourth quarters (not including titles available for rent or purchase...

DirectorRidley Scotthas a long and diverse filmography with several critical and commercial hits. However, historical epics and sci-fi are the director’s go-to genres. Scott made his feature film debut with the historical drama The Duelists and followed it up with two sci-fi movies. As a result, fans might be surprised to learn that the director wasn’t an avid fan of the genre growing up.

Ridley Scott did not like sci-fi as a child (Credit:Paramount Pictures|YouTube).

During an interview, Scott opened up about directing the cult classic sci-fi filmBlade Runnerduring the earlier portions of his career. Scott revealed that while he wasn’t interested in the genre watching one of the best sci-fi movies of all time completely shifted his perspective. Here is what Scott had to say about the sci-fi film that impacted him the most.

Ridley Scott only madeBlade Runner...

Hans Zimmer’s work will be brought to the live stage and feature a star-studded lineup that includesBillie Eilish,Finneas,Pharrell Williams,Johnny Marr,Timothée Chalamet,andZendaya.

Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the Desert will be helmed by Emmy-winning directorPaul Dugdale,whileJerry Bruckheimerwill serve as executive producer.Zimmer’s music will be performed with his band and an orchestra in Dubai and release globally on March 19 with limited screenings. The 158-minute film will capture the breadth of Zimmer’s compositions includingDune,Gladiator,Interstellar,andThe Lion King.

Ridley Scott’s Net Worth 2024(Photo Credit –YouTube)

Ridley Scott is a celebrated filmmaker who has made films likeAlien,Gladiator,Blade Runner,and more. He has been working in the industry for decades and has amassed massive wealth, amounting to an impressive net worth. His latest film,Gladiator II,reportedly ended its theatrical run recently after collecting over $460 million worldwide. Amidst that, let’s take a look at Scott’s net worth in 2025!

About

The English director and producer was born in South Shields in 1937, two years before the Second World War. The filmmaker was brought up in a military family—his father was a senior officer in theRoyalEngineers and was, therefore, absent for most of his early life. His elder brother Frank joined the Merchant Navy.

Ridley Scott’s interest in science fiction began by reading the novels ofHg Wellsas a child. The filmmaker...

“Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond in the Desert,” a concert film shot in Dubai that also includes documentary interviews with some of the stars and filmmakers the composer has worked with, will hit theaters globally starting March 19,Trafalgar Releasingannounced Wednesday.

The bulk of the 158-minute film will be performance footage ofZimmerand his band and orchestra playing selections from films like “Dune,”“The Lion King,”“Gladiator”and “Interstellar,”in locations including Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena and Al Wasl Plaza dome at Expo City Dubai.

Not everyone in the film made the trek to Dubai, as the movie also includes interview footage with such figures asBillie Eilish,FinneasandJohnny Marr(who worked with Zimmer on “No Time to Die”),Christopher Nolan,Jerry Bruckheimer,Pharrell Williams,Tanya Lapointeand “Dune”principalsTimothée Chalamet,ZendayaandDenis Villeneuve.

Paul Dugdaledirected the film and is among the executive producers. He...

Final voting is February 11-18. The 97th Oscars telecast will be broadcast on Sunday, March 2, and air live on ABC at 7 p.m. Et/ 4 p.m. Pt. We update our picks through awards season, so keep checkingIndieWirefor all our 2025 Oscar predictions.

The State of the Race

The Best Costume Design nominees are “A Complete Unknown,”“Conclave,”“Gladiator II,”“Nosferatu,”and “Wicked,”which is the favorite. However, “A Complete Unknown”the surprise entry, could be a dark horse.

Jon M. Chu’s “Wicked”tells the origin story of Elphaba/theWickedWitch (Oscar-nominatedCynthia Erivo) and Galinda/GlindatheGood Witch(Oscar-nominatedAriana Grande). Costume designerPaul Tazewell’s approach to Elphaba and Glinda’s costumes was to create intentional differences and highlight the juxtaposition of dark and light, textured versus refined, using a connection with nature for Elphaba and a floating sensibility for Galinda.

“A Complete Unknown,”James Mangold...

A concert film and documentary hybrid, Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond In The Desert will bring the composer’s legendary music to cinemas in March.

The brilliance of composerHans Zimmer’s scores speak for themselves, and a new film aims to bring a live concert experience to cinemas. Hans Zimmer & Friends: Diamond In The Desert will feature the composer’s band and an orchestra performing some of his most iconic scores.

Diamond In The Desert isn’t just a concert film, however. It will also include conversations withBillie Eilish,SirChristopher Nolan,Denis Villeneuve,Jerry Bruckheimer,Johnny Marr,Pharrell Williams,Tanya Lapointe,Timothée Chalamet,andZendaya.The aim is to provide a glimpse into the musician’s creative process.

Paul Dugdaledirects, while Bruckheimer serves as executive producer. Music from such films asInterstellar,GladiatorandThe Lion Kingwill feature, and will no doubt sound spectacular in a big theatre.

Gladiator II Worldwide Box Office: Set To Stay Below The Og Flick (Photo Credit –Instagram)

Ridley Scott’sGladiator IIhas reportedly ended its theatrical run. It maintained a stable box office performance but was overshadowed byWickedandMoana 2.The historical action drama crossed the $450 million mark and is the #11 highest-grossing film of the past year. As new films are released, the sequel loses theatres and is also available online.

Scott is one of the most eminent filmmakers in the industry who is best known forGladiator;the film won multiple Oscars, including Best Actor forRussell Crowe.The movie was released in 2000 and was the second highest-grossing film of that year. According to reports, the sequel’s decent performance and box office collection helped solidify Scott’s spot as one of the 10 highest-grossing filmmakers of all time.

Meanwhile,Gladiator II’s reported budget was $200 million, but a...

We live in an age of biopics, and musicians are an unusually common theme that dominates that genre. In recent years, we've seen biographical dramatizations ofElton John( "Rocket Man" ),Elvis Presley( "Elvis" ), andAmy Winehouse( "Back to Black"). As of this writing, the most recent entry to the musical biopic genre is" AComplete Unknown,"whereTimothée Chalametchannels what can only be described as a "pretty good" iteration ofBob Dylan.The cascade of musically-infused biographies won't slow down any time soon, either. We've got projects onBruce Springsteen,Michael Jackson,Louis Armstrong,andThe Beatles(among many others) on tap for the next few years.

The barrage of pop chart biopics begs the question, which one is the best? Is there a biopic of a musician that is considered better than all the rest? The answer, according toIMDb,is yes. In fact, there is one film...

Ridley Scottis known for being an awesome director who made some awesome movies likeGladiator,The Martian,and Napolean. However, what many people forget is that Scott knows how to make horror movies, too.

Sigourney Weaverin a still fromAlien(1979) | Credits:20th Century Fox

The director left his mark on the horror genre way back in 1979 when he created an iconic film starring Sigourney Weaver calledAlien.The director returned back to the franchise 33 years later to resurrect the horror genre.

Ridley Scott becameAlienfranchise’s messiah

AfterAlien,Scott left the franchise to other directors to take on the challenge. Some succeeded, some failed. In 2012, Scott came back for the action by directing and releasingPrometheus.

Scott returned withPrometheusandAlien: Covenant| Credits: 20th Century Fox

The director wanted to go further, and in 2017, the world was greeted with one of the best movies in theAlienfranchise,...

Australian singerAmy Sharkis stepping into the world of acting with her debut role inRussell Crowe’s upcoming film “Beast in Me”,a martial arts-themed revenge story currently shooting in Bangkok, Thailand.

Crowe, an Oscar-winning actor known for films like “Gladiator”,has cast Shark as his on-screen daughter, an opportunity that emerged from an unexpected connection. The pair first met during a 2023 concert in Canberra, where Shark invited Crowe on stage to perform together.

Excited about her first acting venture, Shark shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse on social media. She posted a picture of herself with a script and declared herself an “actress 2025” onTikTok.The Gold Coast native will join an ensemble cast includingDaniel McPherson,Luke Hemsworth,andBren Foster,withTyler Atkinsdirecting.

Shark brings significant musical credentials to her new project, having won eight Aria Awards and received 29 total nominations throughout her music career. The...

Australian singerAmy Sharkhas got her big screen break, thanks to her fellow AntipodeanRussell Crowe.

The Oscar winning actor has cast the singer in his movieBeast in Me,currently filming in Thailand.

Shark posted a picture of herself in transit, complete with script, to her social media, adding the caption: “Bangkok for the next week to become a movie star.”

News.au reports that Shark will play Crowe’s daughter in the film, described as a “revenge story infused with mixed martial arts.” She will join actorsDaniel McPhersonLuke HemsworthandBren Fosterin the film, directed byTyler Atkins.

As well as herInstagrampost, Shark made a video for herTikTokfans in which she captioned herself “Amy Shark – actress 2025.”

And it reports that Crowe has partnered with the Singapore-based fighting league One Championship, and has received permission to film at an indoor stadium in Bangkok,...

Ridley Scott’sPaul Mescal-starring sequel, now streaming, joins cinema’s legion of Roman empire love-ins, from Ben-Hur toConanthe Barbarian

If men, according to the internet, simply cannot stop thinking about the Roman empire, then Hollywood remains a largely male-brained enterprise. Storytelling trends come and go, but the Roman epic has been a recurring fixture of blockbuster cinema for more than a century. Twenty-five years ago, Ridley Scott’s beefy, lavishly appointed action filmGladiatormarked a resurgence in the genre after some time off, winning a best picture Oscar and spawning a new wave of sweeping, grunting imitators.

Now,Gladiator IIis among them. Scott’s surprisingly belated follow-up substitutes Paul Mescal’s brooding glower forRussell Crowe’s brawny roar, but otherwise follows the template of its predecessor in a way that renders it as much remake as sequel. Playing the son (thanks to some...

Arguably no pop star in living memory can rivalMichael Jacksonin terms of popularity, influence, or controversy -- and the filmmakers behind the upcoming musical biopic "Michael" are learning the harshest lesson imaginable about that last part. Helmed by the action director best known for "Training Day"and the"Equalizer"trilogy,Antoine Fuqua,and written by veteran scribeJohn Logan,the drama has spared no expense on star power in an attempt to capture the same lightning bolt that turned "Bohemian Rhapsody"into a runaway hit back in 2018. In addition toMiles Teller,the cast includes newly-minted Best Actor Oscar nomineeColman Domingo,Laura Harrier,and evenJackson's nephewJaafar Jacksonin his feature film debut as the King of Pop. The Jackson biopic has been in the works since at least 2019 and, with filming completed, the creative team was in the midst of post production when, speaking of "Bohemian Rhapsody,...

How about theHans Zimmer“bwong” sound in a national anthem? It could happen, with reports coming out of Saudi Arabia that the Oscar-winning composer is in talks to create, or re-create, the country’s national anthem.

In a report published in the Saudi newspaper Al Arabiya, the country’s head ofGeneral Entertainment Authority,TurkiAl al-Sheikh, met withZimmerand discussed various projects that the composer could potentially work on, including re-creating the national anthem by “using different instruments.”

The current Saudi anthem, called “The Chant of the Saudi Nation,” was written in 1947 by the Egyptian composer Abd al-Rahman al-Khatib at the request of the country’s founding monarch King Abdulaziz.

According to Al Arabiya, Al-Sheikh also discussed with Zimmer the possibility of a new, original composition called “Arabia,” as well as a possible concert. Zimmer is also reportedly in talks to work on the soundtrack for an...

Ridley Scott’sGladiatorroared onto the screen in 2000. It didn’t just deliver a powerful revenge masterpiece withRussell Crowe’s unforgettable performance, but it also became an award-season juggernaut.

Over two decades later, Scott’s return to the Colosseum withGladiator 2is bound to evoke nostalgia. Naturally, it also invites comparisons, particularly when it comes to Academy Award recognition. For those who grew up marveling at theGladiator,the sequel’s awards season is most likely filled with excitement and intrigue.

Denzel WashingtoninGladiator 2| Credits:Paramount Pictures

WithGladiator 2,the question is whether it can live up to its predecessor’s legacy in storytelling or not. As cinephiles and fans eagerly watch the Oscar buzz unfold, the pressure to compare these two films in terms of nominations is inevitable.

GladiatorvsGladiator 2:Comparing Oscar nominations

Gladiatorwas a sensation in 2000. It swept...

The 2025 Oscar nominations were unveiled today (January 23), withEmilia Perezleading the way with 13 nods, followed byThe BrutalistandWickedon 10 each.

Screenpicks out five talking points from this year’s nominations. The Oscar ceremony will take place on March 2.

Strong showings and shut-outs

No film has had a stronger showing thanEmilia Perez,France’s entry for best international feature and nominated in all the major categories for which it is eligible. Directed by French auteurJacques Audiardand shot mostly in Spanish and mostly in France, standing in for Mexico, it is also an old-fashioned musical.Despite the...

Beyond The Gatesspoilers and updates reveals on the January 19th edition ofCBS NewsSunday Morning, correspondentNancy Gilesinvited viewers to explore the intriguing world of daytime’s latest soap opera.Beyond the Gatescenters around a prominent and influential multigenerational family residing in a Maryland suburb, renowned as one of the wealthiest Black counties in the nation.

Beyond The GatesSpoilers – The Dupree Family Is The Focus

The Dupree family will be brought to life by an impressive cast:Clifton Davis(Vernon Dupree),Tamara Tunie(Anita Dupree),Daphnee Duplaix(Nicole Dupree Richardson), andKarla Mosleyas Dani Dupree.

Mark your calendars for the series premiere on February 24th at 2:00 p.m. Et/1:00 p.m. Pt onCBS,with streaming available live and on demand throughParamount+.

Michele Val Jean,the creator, executive producer, and head writer ofBeyond the Gates,shared on X that a behind-the-scenes segment will air tomorrow,...

It's been a minute since 2024 but we haven't stopped thinking about some of the fantastic content that the year provided us with. No matter what was going on around you, you could always rely on the entertainment landscape to offer up some very much-needed escapism and enjoyment. That's what it's there for, and it did its job very well last year.

With big budget releases likeDeadpooland Wolverine andWickedbringing people to the movies theaters, there was truly a wide range of cinema for everybody to enjoy. Honestly, those two examples right there just shows you the range, even when it comes to the very specific category of cinematic dynamic duos that don't get along at first and then become the best of friends.

Some of the year's big releases have already found their way to streaming while some of the others have not. But one of 2024's...

The highly anticipated sequel to the 2000 blockbuster “Gladiator”has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the supporting cast and directorRidley Scott’s vision, while others critiqued the performance of newcomerPaul Mescalwho takes on the mantle previously held byRussell Crowe.

Mescal, a rising star known for his work in “Normal People,”has been described as a “pale imitation” of Crowe and lacking the screen presence to fully carry the film. Reviews have used terms like “shaky” and “unconvincing” to describe his portrayal.

Russell Crowe Privately Gloating OverGladiator IIActor Paul Mescal Failing Miserably In Lead Role: “Paul Needs… A MoreGroundedAttitude”

Sources close to Russell Crowe, who won an Oscar for his role as Maximus Decimus Meridius in the original film, suggest he may be privately harboring mixed feelings about the sequel’s reception. While there’s no animosity towards Mescal personally, insiders...

Soap opera fans everywhere are getting excited aboutBeyond the Gates(Btg), set to premiere in a few weeks. It’s the first new daytime drama to debut sinceNBCairedPassionsback in 1999.

Want to learn more about the show? Check out all the information you need about the new sudzer, down below.

Beyond The Gates– The Synopsis Of TheSoap& Cast

As per Btg press release, the new soap will center on the Duprees, a wealthy family that resides in a Maryland suburb, just outside of Washington, DC.

According to the media release, fans will find a “… posh gated community with winding tree-lined streets and luxurious mansions to call home. At the center of this community are the Duprees, a powerful and prestigious multi-generational family that is the very definition of Black royalty.”

Of course, the Duprees, their enemies and loved ones alike, are filled with scandals and secrets.