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The Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan is the celebration of the bond between siblings. On the occasion of the festival, a sister ties a sacred band known as a rakhi on her brother’s wrist praying for his safety. In return, a brother also vows to protect his sister for life.

Rakhi 2024: Best Bollywood Movies About Siblings

As is the case with any profession, film direction takes time to master. Christopher Nolan, David Fincher, Stanley Kubrick, Akira Kurosawa, and even Alfred Hitchcock make up just some of the great directors whose first forays into feature film-making were largely unremarkable. This illustrious list of names makes it all the more attention-grabbing when first-time filmmakers are able to create something truly astounding.

The 10 Best Directorial Debut Movies of All Time, Ranked

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

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Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

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Actor Cybil Shepherd has three children, and while growing up in Hollywood may have its perks, it doesn't stop a family from experiencing tragic moments.

Tragic Details About Cybill Shepherd's Kids

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The actor attended Vince Vaughn's Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony.

Mel Gibson, 68, Looks Unrecognizable in Rare Public Appearance at Hollywood Event

Actor Buddy Ebsen, who died at age 95 in 2003, found fame by starring in two of the most popular classic television shows in history: The Beverly Hillbillies (CBS, 1962 to 1971) and Barnaby Jones (CBS, 1973 to 1980). On the Hillbillies, he played former Tennessee country mountain-folk-turned-wealthy Beverly Hills resident Jed Clampett. On Barnaby Jones, he was one of TV's most senior, slyest, health-conscious detectives. Ebsen, however, almost became even more famous for a certain big-screen classic film in which he ultimately did not appear.

'Beverly Hillbillies" Actor Buddy Ebsen Was "Bitter" about not playing the Tin Man in 'Wizard of Oz'

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

It is often said that comedy is harder than drama, as more humorous films require the audience to have a natural reaction to the material being presented to them on screen. While a dramatic film that doesn’t hit the right marks can still be appreciated for its effort, sitting through a bad comedy is simply an unpleasant experience that no one wants to have while they are at the theater. This makes it even more impressive when a comedic film is able to incorporate genuinely great performances.

The 10 Best Comedy Movies With Great Acting, Ranked

One of the most beloved Hollywood stars in the history of television, in particular, was actress Frances Bavier, who died in 1989 at age 85. The likable actress became best known for her compassionate and nurturing role as Aunt Bee on The Andy Griffith Show (CBS, 1960-1968).

Beloved 'Andy Griffith Show' Actress Frances Bavier ("Aunt Bee"): A Look Back at Her Life and Career

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 Paul Schrader has addressed the film industry’s present-day release model, arguing that unless you’re a “privileged” filmmaker, you’re banished to the “Bermuda Triangle of streaming.”The 78-year-old Taxi Driver writer and American Gigolo director, who’s right now serving as the president of the features jury at the Sarajevo Film Festival, spoke to Variety about the “morphing” industry. “Unless you’re one of the privileged babies – and we know who those [filmmakers] are, because they get all the attention – if you’re not one of the babies, you just fly into the Bermuda Triangle of streaming and the last thing you...

Paul Schrader calls out ‘privileged’ filmmakers who are getting ‘all the attention’

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Film icons Gena Rowlands and John Cassavetes were one of Hollywood’s original power couples. Their relationship, which spanned over three decades, was also a successful work partnership. The Cassavetes-Rowlands partnership became a cornerstone of independent film in the 1960s and 1970s. Often hailed as the father of independent cinema, John directed a series of movies that pushed the boundaries of storytelling and emotion. Gena was his muse and leading lady in many of these productions.And while Gena became the visible star in their romance, she has always applauded John’s work. “It’s mostly due to John’s wonderful talent. And he saw...

Gena Rowlands and John Cassavetes: A Timeline of Their Iconic Hollywood Romance

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	After notching box office successes with Rewind and A Very Good Girl, ABS-CBN has produced another hit: Un/Happy For You.'How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies' Secures Theatrical Releases Across North America, China & Europe




	In its opening five days, the romance film has grossed 150M Philippine pesos ($2.65M), with over 450,000 admissions.




	The film will open across the U.S. and Canada on August 23 and in Australia on August 22. Un/Happy For You has also secured theatrical releases in New Zealand, the U.A.E., Saudi Arabia, Italy, Cambodia, Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and Malta.




	Produced by ABS-CBN Studios, Star Cinema and Viva Films, the...

Philippines Romance ‘Un/Happy For You’ Continues ABS-CBN Studios’ Box Office Streak

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Paul Schrader has shared that he’s got not one, but two new features in the works, though fans shouldn’t expect to see them on the streamers anytime soon. The director told Screen while at the Sarajevo Film Festival that he is currently working on films “Non Compos Mentis” and “The Basics of Philosophy.” Schrader is serving as the president of the features jury at the festival.'Megalopolis' Trailer: Francis Ford Coppola's Fever Dream Centers on an Unhinged, Idealistic Adam Driver



“Non Compos Mentis,” as Schrader previously teased, is “a noir [about] a kind of sexual obsession.” The title is Latin for “an unsound...

Paul Schrader Announces Two New Projects, Says His Recent Films ‘Have All Been Turned Down by Amazon, Netflix’

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Nicholas Sparks is a famous romance author who has seen much success with his novels. Many of his books, like "Message in a Bottle" and "The Longest Ride," have been made into films.

Nicholas Sparks books which doubled as films, 'The Notebook,' 'The Last Song' among most popular

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The thriller will be released in theaters and on digital platforms.

Seven Months After Actor's Suicide, One of Lee Sun-kyun's Final Movies Plans US Release

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	When Joaquin Phoenix abruptly exited Todd Haynes’ gay romance movie last week, just five days before production, the actor set off a tidal wave that has now rippled far past the confines of its Guadalajara, Mexico, set.Brie Larson, Aja Naomi King Tear Up Recounting Days on the Set of 'Lessons in Chemistry' Together




	“There’s been a huge amount of outrage,” says one studio exec of the reaction from Hollywood producers to Phoenix’s last-minute departure, which left cast and crew in a lurch, and now opens the actor up to the possibility of legal action, according to sources.




	The departure was particularly surprising,...

Joaquin Phoenix’s Last-Minute Exit Sparks “Huge Amount of Outrage” Among Hollywood Producers

A. Martinez says he believes his popular contemporary western, Longmire, helped pave the way for the current wave of TV shows and movies that prominently feature Indigenous characters, customs and stories. "It gave a lot of Indigenous actors a lot of work playing really interesting, fully realized human beings. It...

A. Martinez: 'Longmire' helped pave way for Native representation in entertainment

[Note: The quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview the author conducted with David White in 1989.]. Actor David White, who died in 1991, found great success for his best-known and likable performance as the devious advertising executive Larry Tate on the classic TV sitcom,Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972).

'Bewitched' Actor David White Forever Mourned the Tragic Pan Am/Lockerbie Death of His Son

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The American-Nigerian identical twin sisters Adamma and Adanne Ebo inked an overall deal with Sony Pictures Television. The American-Nigerian identical twin sisters behind the “Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul” feature film have inked an overall deal with Sony Pictures Television. As part of the deal, Adamma and...

Sisters Adamma And Adanne Ebo Sign Overall Deal With Sony Pictures TV To Create Drama, Comedy, Animation Series

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Javed Akhtar Reminisces About Ghostwriting Days, Salim Khan Partnership & Salman Khan's Childhood

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Javed Akhtar Reminisces About Ghostwriting Days, Salim Khan Partnership & Salman Khan's Childhood

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