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Asteroids, tornadoes and icebergs! Hollywood loves calamity and catastrophe, and these are the best disaster movies, from "Twister" to "Titanic."

From 'Twister' to 'Titanic,' these are the 20 best disaster movies ever

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Moviegoers ran toward the tornadoes this weekend, propelling “ Twisters ” to a blockbuster opening. The standalone sequel to the 1996 hit made $80.5 million in ticket sales from 4,151 theaters in North America, according to studio estimates Sunday.That’s about $30 million more than analysts expected initially, and makes for the biggest opening of a live-action movie yet this summer.Its overperformance recalled “ Oppenheimer’s ” debut last year on the same weekend. There are some similiarities: The studio, Universal, and the numbers. But there are also important differences: “Oppenheimer” was 3-hours long, R-rated ("Twisters" is PG-13) and historical, not to...

‘Twisters’ whips up $80.5 million at box office, while ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ looms

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	“Twisters” is taking the box office by storm.'Twisters': How Filmmakers Rigged Glen Powell's Tornado Chaser Truck To Be the Ultimate Survival Vehicle and Endure 130 MPH Winds




	The movie, a standalone sequel to the 1996 disaster epic “Twister,” has collected a massive $80.5 million from 4,151 North American theaters in its debut. Heading into the weekend, the follow-up film was projected to generate $50 million to $55 million. It’s the third-biggest opening weekend of the year behind “Inside Out 2” ($154 million) and “Dune: Part Two” ($82 million). Directed by “Minari” filmmaker Lee Isaac Chung, “Twisters” stars Daisy Edgar-Jones, Glen Powell and...

‘Twisters’ Rocks Box Office With Powerful $80.5 Million Opening Weekend

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A resurfaced video of Bill Paxton behind-the-scenes of Twister went viral, and fans are loving his silly energy and Jaws reference.

BTS Footage Of Bill Paxton Giving A Chaotic Tour Of Twister's Set Is Going Viral On TikTok, And Fans Can't Get Over Him Comparing It To Jaws

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[Editor’s note: The following story contains spoilers for “Twisters”]Nicole Kidman Thinks Stanley Kubrick Cast Her in 'Eyes Wide Shut' for Her 'Provocative Nature'



There’s nothing quite like a big, loud, summer blockbuster. The kind of film that shakes your seat, blasts your ears, and tugs at your heartstrings with excessive, yet entertaining force. Many films this summer have tried to service this need, including “The Fall Guy” and “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” but “Twisters” may finally be the one to exceed financial expectations, if not at least meet them. Critics have already praised its direction and VFX, plus this Glen...

Was ‘Twisters’ Not the Fun Popcorn Movie You Expected? Give the Original ‘Twister’ a Spin

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Horoscope for Sunday, July 21st

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Mark Wahlberg is sporting a fresh new look. The actor shared a photo on Instagram on Wednesday showing his new haircut for his upcoming film, "Flight Risk." "No bald cap for me 😎😂," Wahlberg wrote in the caption of the post. "We go all in." "Flight Risk," directed...

Mark Wahlberg shares photo of new hairdo for upcoming film: 'We go all in'

One of the strange things about our streaming ecosystem is that, even when a movie or TV show is eminently streamable, that show commands way more attention the second it becomes available on Netflix. The streaming service that started it all still has a unique place in out conversation about movies and TV, and that’s evident in how we prioritize catching titles that have arrived there.

One of the best modern Westerns is now on Netflix. Here’s why you should watch it

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One of Clint Eastwood’s most legendary movies is being remade for the modern audience. According to reports, a remake of the 1964 spaghetti western film A Fistful Of Dollars is in the works from the Italian studio that produced the original movie. At this time, there is no talent — star, director, etc. — attached […]
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One Of Clint Eastwood’s Most Iconic Westerns Is Being Remade

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(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

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Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

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	Kevin Costner’s period Western Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 2 won’t be riding into theaters on Aug. 16 after all.Box Office: 'Despicable Me 4' Rules July 4th With $122M Opening, 'MaXXXine' Scares Up $6.7M




	The film is being pulled from the release calendar for now after Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 1 bit the dust in its theatrical debut late last month. A new date has yet to be announced for the sequel, but a theatrical release is still the intention.




	After numerous discussions, Costner’s Territory Pictures and distribution partner New Line Cinema made the decision to switch up their...

Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon 2’ Pulled From August Release in Theaters After First Film Flops (Exclusive)

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(CHICAGO) Select Cut Steakhouse is closing after nearly 30 years in business. Located at 2808 N Halsted Street, the restaurant is known for its casual atmosphere with a traditional menu featuring steaks, ribs, seafood, and burgers.

End of an Era: This Lakeview Steakhouse is Closing After 30 Years

Every superhero comic book character, even the most obscure, is somebody’s favorite. There are no boring or bad characters, just ones who haven’t found the right story for you yet. To that point: If your favorite comic book character is Damian Wayne, son of the Batman, know that...

Damian Wayne irrevocably changed the Bat-family for the worse

There’s no amount of Hollywood creativity that can create a villain more terrifying than the ones that exist in nature. Although it’s unlikely that most movie fans will encounter a villain like Die Hard’s Hans Gruber (Alan Rickman) or Skyfall’s Raoul Silva (Javier Bardem) at any point within their lifetime, having to deal with natural events in nature is just part of many peoples’ reality. Tornados are very dangerous occurrences that create significant harm and claim many lives each year.

The 10 Best Tornado Movies, Ranked

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Entertainment Weekly

Armie Hammer is pushing back against claims of cannibalism, telling Piers Morgan in a new interview shared Friday that he has never eaten human flesh. The embattled actor also disputed reports that Robert Downey Jr. paid for him to enter rehab, though he noted that Downey has been supportive. "He did not pay for me to go to rehab.” Hammer said, adding when pressed about the Marvel star, "I don't want to bring anyone else into my situation. There are a number of people who have been extremely helpful, and I’m incredibly grateful.”

Armie Hammer dismisses cannibalism claims, denies reports that Robert Downey Jr. paid for his rehab

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Twister still looks great because the director put his cast through hell for it

When it came to marketing Jan de Bont’s 1996 film Twister, there was absolutely no question about it: The star of the film was not Helen...

Twister still looks great because the director put his cast through hell for it

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