

Jack Lemmon was the two-time Oscar-winner who starred in dozens of films, working until his death in 2001 at the age of 76. But how many of those titles are classics? Let’s take a look back at 25 of his greatest movies, ranked worst to best.
Lemmon won his first Oscar as Best Supporting Actor for “Mister Roberts” (1955). A second Oscar for Best Actor followed for “Save the Tiger” (1973), making him the first person to pull off victories in both categories. He competed six more times for Best Actor throughout his career.
He is perhaps best known for his long collaboration with Walter Matthau, with whom he made 11 films. In films such as “The Fortune Cookie” (1966), “The Odd Couple” (1968), and “Grumpy Old Men” (1993), Lemmon’s fastidiousness played beautifully off of Matthau’s scruffiness.
On the small screen, Lemmon earned Emmys for “‘S Wonderful, ‘S Marvelous, ‘S Gershwin” (Best Variety Performer in 1972) and...
Lemmon won his first Oscar as Best Supporting Actor for “Mister Roberts” (1955). A second Oscar for Best Actor followed for “Save the Tiger” (1973), making him the first person to pull off victories in both categories. He competed six more times for Best Actor throughout his career.
He is perhaps best known for his long collaboration with Walter Matthau, with whom he made 11 films. In films such as “The Fortune Cookie” (1966), “The Odd Couple” (1968), and “Grumpy Old Men” (1993), Lemmon’s fastidiousness played beautifully off of Matthau’s scruffiness.
On the small screen, Lemmon earned Emmys for “‘S Wonderful, ‘S Marvelous, ‘S Gershwin” (Best Variety Performer in 1972) and...
- 2/2/2025
- by Zach Laws and Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby

Though he’s had a busy year having been featured in “The Garfield Movie,” “The Order,” “Juror #2,” and Robert Eggers’ reimagining of “Nosferatu,” Nicholas Hoult still had a few minutes to scour the Criterion Closet for a few of his favorite films and some he hasn’t seen in quite some time. One such choice was Danny Boyle’s “Shallow Grave,” starring Ewan McGregor and Christopher Eccleston in one of their first on-screen roles.
“This movie I haven’t seen, probably, since I was a kid. I shouldn’t have been seeing it as a kid,” said Hoult. “There’s a scene in this, I’m fairly sure, where someone, like, power-drills into someone’s forehead, and it’s seared into my memory. It’s, like, one of the most traumatic things I’ve ever seen on film.”
Shifting to something more kid-friendly, Hoult picked up the animated adaptation of...
“This movie I haven’t seen, probably, since I was a kid. I shouldn’t have been seeing it as a kid,” said Hoult. “There’s a scene in this, I’m fairly sure, where someone, like, power-drills into someone’s forehead, and it’s seared into my memory. It’s, like, one of the most traumatic things I’ve ever seen on film.”
Shifting to something more kid-friendly, Hoult picked up the animated adaptation of...
- 1/25/2025
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire

“The Effects of Lying” uses a single-day timeline, heightening the dramatic tension of unfolding events. This condensed structure echoes theatrical storytelling, compelling characters into quick and often tumultuous transformations.
The narrative focuses on Naveen, whose meticulously crafted life crumbles under successive revelations, with brief glimpses into other perspectives, like his daughter Simran’s, enriching the emotional landscape.
Packed events create narrative urgency, though they occasionally overwhelm the story, leaving certain character arcs less developed. This fragmented approach echoes family dramas where emotional eruptions trigger introspection. Cultural elements provide meaningful context, revealing tensions between familial traditions and personal aspirations within a British-Asian household.
The father-daughter relationship emerges as a poignant core, anchoring the narrative’s chaos through tender moments that illuminate the delicate threads binding families during turbulent times.
Plot and Storytelling: A Day of Chaos and Consequence
The film “The Effects of Lying” introduces Naveen, a man seemingly satisfied with his suburban,...
The narrative focuses on Naveen, whose meticulously crafted life crumbles under successive revelations, with brief glimpses into other perspectives, like his daughter Simran’s, enriching the emotional landscape.
Packed events create narrative urgency, though they occasionally overwhelm the story, leaving certain character arcs less developed. This fragmented approach echoes family dramas where emotional eruptions trigger introspection. Cultural elements provide meaningful context, revealing tensions between familial traditions and personal aspirations within a British-Asian household.
The father-daughter relationship emerges as a poignant core, anchoring the narrative’s chaos through tender moments that illuminate the delicate threads binding families during turbulent times.
Plot and Storytelling: A Day of Chaos and Consequence
The film “The Effects of Lying” introduces Naveen, a man seemingly satisfied with his suburban,...
- 1/22/2025
- by Caleb Anderson
- Gazettely

12 Angry Men is one of the most important courtroom dramas ever made. The entire movie takes place in a jury deliberation room, where 12 men identified only by their jury numbers must decide whether to convict or acquit a teenager accused of murdering his father. At first, Juror 8 (Henry Fonda) is the only juror to vote “not guilty,” to the chagrin of many jurors who see the case as open-and-shut. As the 12 jurors reexamine the details, they one-by-one change their minds until they ultimately find the defendant not guilty at the ending of 12 Angry Men.
Fonda not only led the cast of 12 Angry Men but also produced it. He masterfully played Juror 8, who never argues the defendant is “innocent,” only that there's not enough proof to assume guilt. Through the discussion of facts, individuals’ biases and prejudices come to light, influencing their votes. 12 Angry Men makes a debate-fueled...
Fonda not only led the cast of 12 Angry Men but also produced it. He masterfully played Juror 8, who never argues the defendant is “innocent,” only that there's not enough proof to assume guilt. Through the discussion of facts, individuals’ biases and prejudices come to light, influencing their votes. 12 Angry Men makes a debate-fueled...
- 12/28/2024
- by Arielle Port
- ScreenRant


Are we dark and savage beings on the inside? Is the educated exterior only for show? Well, Iratta is here to provide a whole new worldview.
What lies beneath the surface? Iratta has some pointers
Applauded for every single frame that brings out the emotions in the film, the Rohit M. G. Krishnan direction is easily one of the best Malayalam crime thrillers of 2023. A tale of two estranged brothers turns quickly sour as the story progresses. The non-linear narrative keeps the audience guessing till the very end. And the answers definitely do not lie on the horizon of expectations.
In the context of Malayalam cinema, Iratta holds significant relevance, embodying the evolving narrative styles and production values being embraced in recent years. As such, the film appeals to traditional audiences as well as attracting a newer demographic, eager for innovative storytelling in regional cinema. Its impact on the industry...
What lies beneath the surface? Iratta has some pointers
Applauded for every single frame that brings out the emotions in the film, the Rohit M. G. Krishnan direction is easily one of the best Malayalam crime thrillers of 2023. A tale of two estranged brothers turns quickly sour as the story progresses. The non-linear narrative keeps the audience guessing till the very end. And the answers definitely do not lie on the horizon of expectations.
In the context of Malayalam cinema, Iratta holds significant relevance, embodying the evolving narrative styles and production values being embraced in recent years. As such, the film appeals to traditional audiences as well as attracting a newer demographic, eager for innovative storytelling in regional cinema. Its impact on the industry...
- 12/26/2024
- by Shubhonita
- OruNewCulture

The IMDb top-250 is a curious portrait of populist taste. The list is, it's worth remembering, culled only from user ratings on the IMDb website, and, judging by the films on the list, the average IMDb user seems to be a college-age white male with a taste for crime, guns, fantasy, and the ultra-masculine. The top movies on the list all seem to be the types of movies that young men would own posters for, proudly displayed on their dorm room walls. There are many unassailable classics, to be sure, and young teens could easily look to the list as a rudimentary introduction to the world of cinema, but the list seems ... skewed. There's not a lot of variety. It's not curated by a single critic, nor even a panel of critics. It's just a general consensus of the taste of the types of people who like to rate movies on IMDb.
- 12/18/2024
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film


In 1982, 76-year-old Henry Fonda finally won a long-overdue Best Actor Oscar trophy, becoming the oldest Best Actor winner up to that time. His last acting nomination had been in 1941, and he held the record for the longest span between acting nominations until 2023. Judd Hirsch broke Fonda’s 41-year record 41 years after it was set, earning his second supporting nomination for “The Fabelmans” 42 years after his bid for “Ordinary People.” Now, one of his former co-stars could possibly break that record.
Hirsch earned two Best Comedy Actor Emmys for the sitcom “Taxi” (1978-1982). Carol Kane co-starred on the series from 1980-1983, also earning two Emmys, one for lead and one for supporting comedy actress. She is now receiving rave reviews for her role in “Between the Temples,” and might be on track to break the record Hirsch broke two years ago. Kane has already earned the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress,...
Hirsch earned two Best Comedy Actor Emmys for the sitcom “Taxi” (1978-1982). Carol Kane co-starred on the series from 1980-1983, also earning two Emmys, one for lead and one for supporting comedy actress. She is now receiving rave reviews for her role in “Between the Temples,” and might be on track to break the record Hirsch broke two years ago. Kane has already earned the New York Film Critics Circle Award for Best Supporting Actress,...
- 12/12/2024
- by Susan Pennington, Chris Beachum and Misty Holland
- Gold Derby

The history of The Oscars is long and storied, and throughout its many years of existence, there have been plenty of fascinating moments, nominations, and wins. From incredible moments like Parasite's historic Oscars win in 2020, to the insane and unexpected Will Smith slap at the 2022 Oscars heard around the world, the Academy Awards have been a staple of Hollywood since their inception, continuing to this day with the 97th Academy Awards in 2025. One film, starring classic Western icon Henry Fonda, made Oscars history with its unique Best Picture nomination in 1944, a feat which has yet to be repeated.
Henry Fonda was an American actor born in 1905, who began as a Broadway actor before moving to Hollywood in the 1930s, becoming very well-known for his complex characters in films such as the nearly perfect 12 Angry Men and My Darling Clementine. He earned two Academy Award nominations over his career for Best Actor,...
Henry Fonda was an American actor born in 1905, who began as a Broadway actor before moving to Hollywood in the 1930s, becoming very well-known for his complex characters in films such as the nearly perfect 12 Angry Men and My Darling Clementine. He earned two Academy Award nominations over his career for Best Actor,...
- 12/7/2024
- by Holden Sasaki
- ScreenRant

(Welcome to Under the Radar, a column where we spotlight specific movies, shows, trends, performances, or scenes that caught our eye and deserved more attention ... but otherwise flew under the radar. In this edition: Megan Park's "My Old Ass," Steve McQueen's "Blitz," and Clint Eastwood's "Juror #2" lead our picks for November.)
I know, I know. Thanksgiving is behind us, the holiday season lurks ahead, and all those Best of 2024 lists aren't going to write themselves. Caught in this weird liminal space, November is hardly an ideal time to release smaller hidden gems or auteur-driven projects -- not if you don't want to be swallowed up completely by box office behemoths like "Moana 2," "Gladiator II," and "Wicked," that is. Even the close proximity to award's season isn't a guarantee of leading anyone to the promised land. In fact, that might actively work against most hopefuls, considering just...
I know, I know. Thanksgiving is behind us, the holiday season lurks ahead, and all those Best of 2024 lists aren't going to write themselves. Caught in this weird liminal space, November is hardly an ideal time to release smaller hidden gems or auteur-driven projects -- not if you don't want to be swallowed up completely by box office behemoths like "Moana 2," "Gladiator II," and "Wicked," that is. Even the close proximity to award's season isn't a guarantee of leading anyone to the promised land. In fact, that might actively work against most hopefuls, considering just...
- 12/6/2024
- by Jeremy Mathai
- Slash Film

Websites like the Internet Movie Database (IMDb) are innately fickle. IMDb scores of movies and TV shows rely on ratings from their user base, but not all opinions are created equal. Putting educated, thought-through ones being counted alongside simplistic and trolling ones elevates the legitimacy of the latter and degrades that of the former. To quote director Sidney Lumet — "You're not a critic just for your opinion. My elevator man has got an opinion."
Granted, there is something to be said for creating a gauge of broad public opinion — and IMDb's collection of the highest-rated TV episodes is largely aligned with it. Number one is "Ozymandias" from the final season of "Breaking Bad," which has maintained a perfect 10/10 score since it premiered in 2013. The runner-up is "Everyone's Waiting," the final episode of "Six Feet Under" — some (including /Film's Caroline Madden) maintain that it's the greatest series finale of all time.
Granted, there is something to be said for creating a gauge of broad public opinion — and IMDb's collection of the highest-rated TV episodes is largely aligned with it. Number one is "Ozymandias" from the final season of "Breaking Bad," which has maintained a perfect 10/10 score since it premiered in 2013. The runner-up is "Everyone's Waiting," the final episode of "Six Feet Under" — some (including /Film's Caroline Madden) maintain that it's the greatest series finale of all time.
- 11/30/2024
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film


Stars: Nicholas Hoult, Toni Collette, J.K. Simmons, Kiefer Sutherland, Zoey Deutch, Megan Mieduch, Adrienne C. Moore, Drew Scheid, Leslie Bibb | Written by Jonathan A. Abrams | Directed by Clint Eastwood
The courtroom has not only given out justice, but some of the very best films cinema has to offer. Legendary, and brilliant films such as 12 Angry Men, Witness for the Prosecution, Anatomy of a Murder, and my personal favourite, The Verdict. There was a time when the courtroom drama was a staple piece of the cinematic world, recently that staple has faded away… along with many other genres. The courtroom drama is hard to find in modern times, and Clint Eastwoods new film Juror #2, is also, in its own way hard to find. Limited screen releases have made the legendary filmmaker’s latest film hard to find at your local cinema, and its limited release is questionable, when it feels...
The courtroom has not only given out justice, but some of the very best films cinema has to offer. Legendary, and brilliant films such as 12 Angry Men, Witness for the Prosecution, Anatomy of a Murder, and my personal favourite, The Verdict. There was a time when the courtroom drama was a staple piece of the cinematic world, recently that staple has faded away… along with many other genres. The courtroom drama is hard to find in modern times, and Clint Eastwoods new film Juror #2, is also, in its own way hard to find. Limited screen releases have made the legendary filmmaker’s latest film hard to find at your local cinema, and its limited release is questionable, when it feels...
- 11/14/2024
- by Alex Ginnelly
- Nerdly

Sidney Lumets 1957 masterpiece, 12 Angry Men, is still as relevant as ever. Reginald Rose concocted a script so perfect it feels like the backbone for not only cinema, but modern stage plays as well. The themes explored by Lumet and Rose are so layered they cut through any courtroom drama or mystery and simply ask, Shouldnt we discuss this? The setting is simplistic but effective. The cast is large in terms of pivotal speaking roles but small in scope, and what we get is one of the tightest scripts and well-made films of all time.
12 Angry Men
Director Sidney LumetRelease Date April 10, 1957Studio(s) Metro-Goldwyn-MayerDistributor(s) United Artists, Metro-Goldwyn-MayerWriters Reiginald RoseCast E.G. Marshall, Lee J. Cobb, John Fiedler, Jack Klugman, Henry Fonda, Martin BalsamRating rRuntime 96 minutesGenres Drama, CrimeBudget $350 thousand Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV...
12 Angry Men
Director Sidney LumetRelease Date April 10, 1957Studio(s) Metro-Goldwyn-MayerDistributor(s) United Artists, Metro-Goldwyn-MayerWriters Reiginald RoseCast E.G. Marshall, Lee J. Cobb, John Fiedler, Jack Klugman, Henry Fonda, Martin BalsamRating rRuntime 96 minutesGenres Drama, CrimeBudget $350 thousand Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV+Rent on Apple TV+Buy on Apple TV...
- 11/11/2024
- by Nadir Samara
- ScreenRant


Attam has taken the Malayalam film industry to new heights with its win at the 70th National Film Awards! Directed by Anand Ekarshi, this bold film dives deep into complex themes, addressing social issues head-on and leaving audiences with lots to think about. At the heart of Attam is a gripping story centered around a female theater member who accuses a prominent male actor of sexual harassment.
The initial support from her male colleagues soon becomes shaky, revealing their hidden agendas and loyalty sways. As the layers of this drama unfold, viewers get a front-row seat to the unraveling biases, betrayals, and moral dilemmas within the group. It’s a tale that resonates because it’s brutally honest about how people often bend their principles when personal gains are involved.
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The initial support from her male colleagues soon becomes shaky, revealing their hidden agendas and loyalty sways. As the layers of this drama unfold, viewers get a front-row seat to the unraveling biases, betrayals, and moral dilemmas within the group. It’s a tale that resonates because it’s brutally honest about how people often bend their principles when personal gains are involved.
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- 11/9/2024
- by risingweb
- OruNewCulture

Attam has taken the Malayalam film industry to new heights with its win at the 70th National Film Awards! Directed by Anand Ekarshi, this bold film dives deep into complex themes, addressing social issues head-on and leaving audiences with lots to think about. At the heart of Attam is a gripping story centered around a female theater member who accuses a prominent male actor of sexual harassment.
The initial support from her male colleagues soon becomes shaky, revealing their hidden agendas and loyalty sways. As the layers of this drama unfold, viewers get a front-row seat to the unraveling biases, betrayals, and moral dilemmas within the group. It’s a tale that resonates because it’s brutally honest about how people often bend their principles when personal gains are involved.
Summary of Aattam (No Spoilers Here!)
Aattam is set in the vibrant, yet male-dominated, world of a theatre troupe. The story kicks off when Anjali,...
The initial support from her male colleagues soon becomes shaky, revealing their hidden agendas and loyalty sways. As the layers of this drama unfold, viewers get a front-row seat to the unraveling biases, betrayals, and moral dilemmas within the group. It’s a tale that resonates because it’s brutally honest about how people often bend their principles when personal gains are involved.
Summary of Aattam (No Spoilers Here!)
Aattam is set in the vibrant, yet male-dominated, world of a theatre troupe. The story kicks off when Anjali,...
- 11/9/2024
- by Megha
- OruNewCulture


Plot: A recovering alcoholic on a jury faces a moral dilemma when he realizes he might be the key to the murder case he’s been selected for.
Review: Juror #2 has recently generated headlines more for its unceremonious dumping by Warner Bros. than for its content. Once seen as a potential awards contender, the film has been dropped in about 50 theaters in the U.S. with the bare minimum of marketing (Warners has even reportedly stated it’s not going to announce the film’s box office take at the end of opening weekend). To be sure, even this New York-based reviewer could only find a handful of theaters showing the Clint Eastwood movie, strange indeed considering the filmmaker’s legacy. Perhaps we’ll learn more about the whys of this case soon, but having seen it for myself the answer could be simple: it’s just not the kind...
Review: Juror #2 has recently generated headlines more for its unceremonious dumping by Warner Bros. than for its content. Once seen as a potential awards contender, the film has been dropped in about 50 theaters in the U.S. with the bare minimum of marketing (Warners has even reportedly stated it’s not going to announce the film’s box office take at the end of opening weekend). To be sure, even this New York-based reviewer could only find a handful of theaters showing the Clint Eastwood movie, strange indeed considering the filmmaker’s legacy. Perhaps we’ll learn more about the whys of this case soon, but having seen it for myself the answer could be simple: it’s just not the kind...
- 11/2/2024
- by Eric Walkuski
- JoBlo.com


Legendary actor-turned-director Clint Eastwood’s latest directorial offerings have admittedly been more misses than hits, but as the ageing filmmaker – he turns 94 this year – prepares for eventual retirement, it’s worth remembering the cinematic legacy he has built throughout his career, both as an actor and director.
Eastwood’s latest film, Juror #2, reunites About A Boy co-stars Nicholas Hoult and Toni Collette in an intriguing and gorgeously acted courtroom drama. The film that is likely to mark an end to Eastwood’s illustrious career as a filmmaker is by far his best of the last 2 decades.
In Juror #2, Clint Eastwood deftly directs a taut, morally ambiguous thriller that explores the boundaries of personal integrity and the lengths to which people go to protect those they care about. Working from a thought-provoking script by Jonathan Abrams, the filmmaker reimagines a moral dilemma with tones reminiscent of the classic 1957 Sidney Lumet movie 12 Angry Men.
Eastwood’s latest film, Juror #2, reunites About A Boy co-stars Nicholas Hoult and Toni Collette in an intriguing and gorgeously acted courtroom drama. The film that is likely to mark an end to Eastwood’s illustrious career as a filmmaker is by far his best of the last 2 decades.
In Juror #2, Clint Eastwood deftly directs a taut, morally ambiguous thriller that explores the boundaries of personal integrity and the lengths to which people go to protect those they care about. Working from a thought-provoking script by Jonathan Abrams, the filmmaker reimagines a moral dilemma with tones reminiscent of the classic 1957 Sidney Lumet movie 12 Angry Men.
- 11/1/2024
- by Linda Marric
- HeyUGuys.co.uk


Clint Eastwood — movie star, award-winning auteur, icon of stoic masculinity, man who occasionally talks to chairs — turned 94 this past May. It may be weird to mention this upfront, although talk of age, the ravages of time, and the art of knowing when to gracefully retire has been a steady topic of conversation in the first half of 2024. None of that hand-wringing seems to apply to our man Clint, however. In the past decade, the actor-director has made eight movies, ranging from musicals (Jersey Boys) to docu-thrillers (The 15:17 to Paris) to complicated-men biopics (Sully,...
- 10/30/2024
- by David Fear
- Rollingstone.com


Anyone who has served on a jury, or even been summoned to participate in jury selection, can recall the inevitable tension that direct participation in the justice system can provoke. Countless others might recognize the distinct hallmarks of the experience from an abundance of movies and TV episodes: the bailiff’s courtroom call to order, the jury selection process and the unpredictable uncertainties of the trial process.
But while the often-static setting of Juror #2, Clint Eastwood’s latest feature, will no doubt feel familiar, the narrative twists of Jonathan Abrams’ agile script add fresh perspective to the courtroom drama. Eastwood’s long list of awards and near-incomparable professional longevity will certainly stir interest in Warner Bros.’ Nov. 1 bow, even if the film itself remains a rather understated addition to the Oscar winner’s considerable career.
Debuting his newest releases at AFI Fest has become something of a ritual for the 94-year-old multi-hyphenate,...
But while the often-static setting of Juror #2, Clint Eastwood’s latest feature, will no doubt feel familiar, the narrative twists of Jonathan Abrams’ agile script add fresh perspective to the courtroom drama. Eastwood’s long list of awards and near-incomparable professional longevity will certainly stir interest in Warner Bros.’ Nov. 1 bow, even if the film itself remains a rather understated addition to the Oscar winner’s considerable career.
Debuting his newest releases at AFI Fest has become something of a ritual for the 94-year-old multi-hyphenate,...
- 10/28/2024
- by Justin Lowe
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News

If you think jury duty’s a drag, consider how much worse sitting in judgment could be if, on the first day of the trial, you discovered that the defendant’s been accused of a terrible crime for which you were in fact responsible. That’s the hook of Clint Eastwood’s latest — and some fear last — feature, “Juror No. 2,” a slightly preposterous but thoroughly engaging extension of the 94-year-old filmmaker’s career-long fascination with guilt, justice and the limitations of the law.
In movies where Eastwood acts, guns go a long way to resolve problems the system can’t. But the director does not appear in “Juror No. 2,” a moral-minded courtroom drama in which Nicholas Hoult plays the lone holdout in a murder trial. The film may open on a note of idealism, but it quickly turns cynical as Hoult’s character, “perfect” husband and upstanding citizen Justin Kemp,...
In movies where Eastwood acts, guns go a long way to resolve problems the system can’t. But the director does not appear in “Juror No. 2,” a moral-minded courtroom drama in which Nicholas Hoult plays the lone holdout in a murder trial. The film may open on a note of idealism, but it quickly turns cynical as Hoult’s character, “perfect” husband and upstanding citizen Justin Kemp,...
- 10/28/2024
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV

Brendan Patrick Hughes’s “Dindin” is a chamber drama that revolves around four middle-aged people – a married couple and their two friends. It is based on a play that a cast member wrote and others decided to turn into a movie. All of them are theatre actors. So, the film feels almost like a play unfolding in the presence of cameras around. After all, it is basically just four people sitting across a table discussing a wide range of topics through a free-flowing conversation, shot mostly in black and white. In its limited setting, what matters are mainly the performances and the writing.
In such cases, the actors need to be skilled enough to make the conflicts seem believable or the stakes urgent. Their faces need to be lit in specific ways to reveal more details of their shifting dynamic. With its monochromatic setting, the lighting, camera angles, and composition...
In such cases, the actors need to be skilled enough to make the conflicts seem believable or the stakes urgent. Their faces need to be lit in specific ways to reveal more details of their shifting dynamic. With its monochromatic setting, the lighting, camera angles, and composition...
- 10/18/2024
- by Akash Deshpande
- High on Films

The Screen Actors Guild has announced that actress, activist, and icon Jane Fonda will officially be the 60th recipient of the SAG Life Achievement Award, SAG-AFTRA’s highest tribute, at the 31st annual Screen Actors Guild Awards taking place on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Given each year to a well-established performer who has contributed to improving the image of the acting profession and has a history of active involvement in humanitarian and public service endeavors, the SAG Life Achievement Award recipient is nominated and voted on by members of the SAG-AFTRA National Honors and Tributes Committee.
In reaction to news of the honor, Fonda said in a press statement, “I am deeply honored and humbled to be this year’s recipient of the SAG Life Achievement Award. I have been working in this industry for almost the entirety of my life and there’s no honor like the one bestowed on you by your peers.
Given each year to a well-established performer who has contributed to improving the image of the acting profession and has a history of active involvement in humanitarian and public service endeavors, the SAG Life Achievement Award recipient is nominated and voted on by members of the SAG-AFTRA National Honors and Tributes Committee.
In reaction to news of the honor, Fonda said in a press statement, “I am deeply honored and humbled to be this year’s recipient of the SAG Life Achievement Award. I have been working in this industry for almost the entirety of my life and there’s no honor like the one bestowed on you by your peers.
- 10/17/2024
- by Marcus Jones
- Indiewire

12 Angry Men is a movie with a simple premise, but the ending of its conflict and themes are incredibly complicated. Based on Reginald Roses 1954 teleplay (not a book), 12 Angry Men shows the deliberations of a jury on a murder case in which a young boy is accused of killing his father and facing the death penalty. At first, the jury is nearly unanimous in finding the young man guilty, but the deliberations continue when Juror 8 (Henry Fonda) dissents. Juror 8 single-handedly manages to convince the other jurors that the case has room for reasonable doubt, eventually leading to a 12-0 not guilty verdict.
Going into the ending of 12 Angry Men, Juror 8 has managed to get five of the other jurors on his side, completely splitting the jury. However, a vocal minority led by Juror 3 holds steadfast to the conviction that the defendant is guilty. Combined with the stressors of...
Going into the ending of 12 Angry Men, Juror 8 has managed to get five of the other jurors on his side, completely splitting the jury. However, a vocal minority led by Juror 3 holds steadfast to the conviction that the defendant is guilty. Combined with the stressors of...
- 10/13/2024
- by Holly McFarlane, Dani Kessel Odom
- ScreenRant

Most of the single-location movies I have come across have aimed to thrill. Alfred Hitchcock’s Rope, Dial M for Murder, and Rear Window are some of the most beautifully crafted murder mysteries in existence. Sidney Lumet’s 12 Angry Men, Murder on the Orient Express, and Dog Day Afternoon are dripping with tension and drama. The Shining, The Thing, Misery, Krampus, and The Hateful Eight have expertly used a wintery landscape to generate suspense and horror. Snakes on a Plane, Train to Busan, and Greyhound have turned entire vehicles themselves into battlegrounds for survival. And the list just goes on. So, yes, it’s a little hard to find a single-location film that doesn’t get your heart pumping and your mind racing because being stuck in one place is terrifying. That said, Rocky Walls’ Dirty Laundry is a real change of pace. Is it any good? Let’s find out.
- 10/12/2024
- by Pramit Chatterjee
- DMT

It's not uncommon for a line or a short scene in a movie to start feeling a bit outdated over time. Even films that feel timeless as a whole may contain elements that don't always hold up perfectly. Once in a while, though, there are entire films whose plots become obsolete due to developments in modern technology. Problems that once would have sent characters off on whole adventures can now be solved with the push of a button.
Now, this does not necessarily take away from the quality of the film itself. It is important to remember that all films are the product of their times; it's not the filmmakers' fault that the new technology did not exist when the idea for the movie was conceived. Nevertheless, it can still be enjoyable to reflect on how different these films would be if they had occurred in the present day. Though...
Now, this does not necessarily take away from the quality of the film itself. It is important to remember that all films are the product of their times; it's not the filmmakers' fault that the new technology did not exist when the idea for the movie was conceived. Nevertheless, it can still be enjoyable to reflect on how different these films would be if they had occurred in the present day. Though...
- 10/11/2024
- by Eli Morrison
- ScreenRant

Some fictional characters are so intrinsically tied to the people who portrayed them that it's nearly impossible to picture anyone else in that role. Columbo, the disheveled detective who helped take down the bad guys on TV over three decades on the series of the same name, just couldn't be anyone but Peter Falk. That's like suggesting someone other than Alan Alda play the television version of Hawkeye on "M.A.S.H."! Dressed in an eternally-wrinkled, too-big trenchcoat and always chomping on a cigar, Falk brings both a unique appearance and performance to the character, looking and acting unlike any other cop on TV. Without Falk, "Columbo" may never have been successful, and it certainly wouldn't have been the same. Back when the series was first being developed, however, the people in charge had some very different performers in mind.
"Columbo" was created by writers Richard Levinson and William Link, who first...
"Columbo" was created by writers Richard Levinson and William Link, who first...
- 9/12/2024
- by Danielle Ryan
- Slash Film

Before "Salem's Lot" returned to the zeitgeist with a highly-anticipated reboot movie, the Stephen King classic was a miniseries that shook the world. Directed by "Texas Chain Saw Massacre" mastermind Tobe Hooper, the two-part 1979 series was event TV at its spookiest.
The original "Salem's Lot" limited series has never been among the best King adaptations out there, but it holds a unique place in pop culture history thanks to its status as one of the earliest on-screen takes on a King book — plus some truly frightening moments. Several members of the show's sprawling ensemble cast, including David Soul, James Mason, Lance Kerwin, and vamp actor Reggie Nalder, have passed away in the decades since "Salem's Lot" first beamed its way into our collective consciousness. Of the actors who are still with us, several have gone on to award-winning careers in film and television, while others retired or found fulfillment in other careers.
The original "Salem's Lot" limited series has never been among the best King adaptations out there, but it holds a unique place in pop culture history thanks to its status as one of the earliest on-screen takes on a King book — plus some truly frightening moments. Several members of the show's sprawling ensemble cast, including David Soul, James Mason, Lance Kerwin, and vamp actor Reggie Nalder, have passed away in the decades since "Salem's Lot" first beamed its way into our collective consciousness. Of the actors who are still with us, several have gone on to award-winning careers in film and television, while others retired or found fulfillment in other careers.
- 9/7/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film

Exclusive: “They’re all gone.” Those were the harrowing, unforgettable words, delivered by ABC TV’s Wide World of Sports host Jim McKay that 11 Israeli athletes had been slaughtered by Black September terrorists at the 1972 Munich Olympics.
McKay’s marathon 16-hour stint anchoring the shattering incident has long been held as a milestone in broadcast history. It was the first breaking news story to be beamed live globally in an unfettered way. Cameras had lenses trained on the balcony of the apartment where the Palestinian gunmen were holding the Israeli sportsmen hostage.
The cruel irony was that the Black September guerrillas were inside watching ABC’s coverage of their heinous act.
Also the families of the Israeli athletes and coaches and trainers being held at gunpoint were watching.
September 5, directed by Swiss filmmaker Tim Fehlbaum, opens the Venice Film Festival’s Horizon Extra sidebar on Thursday. It grippingly explores how ABC Sports,...
McKay’s marathon 16-hour stint anchoring the shattering incident has long been held as a milestone in broadcast history. It was the first breaking news story to be beamed live globally in an unfettered way. Cameras had lenses trained on the balcony of the apartment where the Palestinian gunmen were holding the Israeli sportsmen hostage.
The cruel irony was that the Black September guerrillas were inside watching ABC’s coverage of their heinous act.
Also the families of the Israeli athletes and coaches and trainers being held at gunpoint were watching.
September 5, directed by Swiss filmmaker Tim Fehlbaum, opens the Venice Film Festival’s Horizon Extra sidebar on Thursday. It grippingly explores how ABC Sports,...
- 8/28/2024
- by Baz Bamigboye
- Deadline Film + TV


As she accepted the Democratic nomination Thursday night, Kamala Harris played up her attorney-general past. “As a prosecutor, when I had a case, I charged it not in the name of the victim, but in the name of the people,” she told the United Center crowd.
This follows a strategy she has pursued since ramping up her campaign. As a Law & Order-themed ad that aired Monday had it: “We need a president who has spent her life prosecuting perpetrators like Donald Trump.”
On one hand, such a tack relies on simple logic. Harris ascended politics on the ladder of her prosecutor reputation. With her opponent convicted of a felony — and him staking his candidacy on the Democrats’ alleged softness on crime — “successful career prosecutor” makes for a stellar defense.
But while perhaps a sound political strategy, Harris’ embrace of her previous job runs her into an unexpected roadblock: Hollywood has...
This follows a strategy she has pursued since ramping up her campaign. As a Law & Order-themed ad that aired Monday had it: “We need a president who has spent her life prosecuting perpetrators like Donald Trump.”
On one hand, such a tack relies on simple logic. Harris ascended politics on the ladder of her prosecutor reputation. With her opponent convicted of a felony — and him staking his candidacy on the Democrats’ alleged softness on crime — “successful career prosecutor” makes for a stellar defense.
But while perhaps a sound political strategy, Harris’ embrace of her previous job runs her into an unexpected roadblock: Hollywood has...
- 8/23/2024
- by Steven Zeitchik
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News

Modern courtroom dramas engage viewers with compelling narratives of corruption, morality, and justice, leaving a lasting impression. Films like "Roman J. Israel, Esq." and "The Judge" showcase outstanding performances that explore complex ethical dilemmas and legal challenges. Recent courtroom dramas like "Just Mercy" and "The Trial of the Chicago 7" shed light on real-world injustices, sparking thought-provoking discussions.
Courtroom dramas have the power to engage and enthrall audiences, and in recent years, plenty of incredible legal stories have kept viewers on the edge of their seats. This genre can significantly affect viewers as they get drawn into stories of seedy corporate conspiracies, individuals who vehemently plead their innocence, and legal practitioners trying to find the truth behind all the deceit, fraud, and underhandedness they encounter. As a true showcase of the power of cinema, courtroom dramas connect with viewers' desire for good storytelling, messages that resonate with real life, and...
Courtroom dramas have the power to engage and enthrall audiences, and in recent years, plenty of incredible legal stories have kept viewers on the edge of their seats. This genre can significantly affect viewers as they get drawn into stories of seedy corporate conspiracies, individuals who vehemently plead their innocence, and legal practitioners trying to find the truth behind all the deceit, fraud, and underhandedness they encounter. As a true showcase of the power of cinema, courtroom dramas connect with viewers' desire for good storytelling, messages that resonate with real life, and...
- 8/21/2024
- by Stephen Holland
- ScreenRant

Charles Cyphers, best known for his role as Leigh Brackett in the Halloween films, died Sunday, August 4 from a brief illness in Tucson, Az, his manager Chris Roe confirmed to Deadline. He was 85.
“Charles was a lovable and sensitive man,” Roe said in a statement. “He always had the best stories, and you got a full performance while he told you. He was a close friend and client of many years who will be dearly missed.”
“His family asks for privacy at this time,” Roe added. “Details on a celebration of life ceremony will happen at a date and location to be determined.”
Cyphers worked extensively with Halloween‘s John Carpenter, first in the 1976 action film Assault on Precinct 13, in which he played Starker, one of the ill-fated police officers gunned down by gang members. He next appeared in Carpenter’s 1980 horror film The Fog, playing Dan O’Bannon, and...
“Charles was a lovable and sensitive man,” Roe said in a statement. “He always had the best stories, and you got a full performance while he told you. He was a close friend and client of many years who will be dearly missed.”
“His family asks for privacy at this time,” Roe added. “Details on a celebration of life ceremony will happen at a date and location to be determined.”
Cyphers worked extensively with Halloween‘s John Carpenter, first in the 1976 action film Assault on Precinct 13, in which he played Starker, one of the ill-fated police officers gunned down by gang members. He next appeared in Carpenter’s 1980 horror film The Fog, playing Dan O’Bannon, and...
- 8/6/2024
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV

Henry Fonda and Charles Bronson star in the classic Western "Once Upon a Time in the West" on Amazon Prime Video. Sergio Leone's epic film features Fonda as the villain facing off against Bronson in an iconic showdown. Considered one of the best Westerns ever made, the film's complex story and characters have left a lasting impact.
One of the best Westerns of all time is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and the all-time great features Henry Fonda fighting Charles Bronson. Henry Fonda and Charles Bronson were two of the biggest actors of their times, with them appearing in some of the most popular and critically acclaimed films ever made. However, this specific Western is so popular because it featured both of the actors on screen together, with the movie in which they fight now streaming for fans to watch on Amazon Prime Video.
Henry Fonda is an...
One of the best Westerns of all time is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video, and the all-time great features Henry Fonda fighting Charles Bronson. Henry Fonda and Charles Bronson were two of the biggest actors of their times, with them appearing in some of the most popular and critically acclaimed films ever made. However, this specific Western is so popular because it featured both of the actors on screen together, with the movie in which they fight now streaming for fans to watch on Amazon Prime Video.
Henry Fonda is an...
- 8/3/2024
- by Robert Pitman
- ScreenRant


The Emmy Awards grew up on March 7, 1955. For the first time, the ceremony was broadcast nationally on NBC. Steve Allen, the star of “The Tonight Show,” was the host of the 7th annual awards honoring the best of 1954 programming which was telecast from the Moulin Rouge nightclub on Sunset Boulevard.
One of the seminal live dramas of the 1950’s, Reginald Rose’s searing “12 Angry Men,” which aired on CBS “Studio One,” earned the most Emmys that evening winning with three. The taut drama about a jury of a dozen men decided the fate of a young man accused of murder starred Robert Cummings, Franchot Tone, Edward Arnold and Walter Abel. For years, only an incomplete kinescope of the show, which was adapted into the Oscar-nominated 1957 film, existed.
Finally, a complete copy of the show was discovered in 2003. Rose told me in a 1997 L.A. Times interview that he came up...
One of the seminal live dramas of the 1950’s, Reginald Rose’s searing “12 Angry Men,” which aired on CBS “Studio One,” earned the most Emmys that evening winning with three. The taut drama about a jury of a dozen men decided the fate of a young man accused of murder starred Robert Cummings, Franchot Tone, Edward Arnold and Walter Abel. For years, only an incomplete kinescope of the show, which was adapted into the Oscar-nominated 1957 film, existed.
Finally, a complete copy of the show was discovered in 2003. Rose told me in a 1997 L.A. Times interview that he came up...
- 8/1/2024
- by Susan King
- Gold Derby


A total of 36 individuals earned their first Primetime Emmy acting nominations in 2024, including “Feud” stars Naomi Watts and Tom Hollander and recent Oscar also-rans Lily Gladstone (“Under the Bridge”) and Ryan Gosling (“Saturday Night Live”). A standout among these newbies is Paul Rudd, who is the only one in the group with shots at two performance wins: Best Comedy Supporting Actor (“Only Murders in the Building”) and Best Narrator (“Secrets of the Octopus”).
Rudd could now make Emmys history as the eighth doubly-nominated first-timer to triumph on at least one of his bids. The first to do so was Robert Cummings, who simultaneously won for “12 Angry Men” and lost for “My Hero” in 1955. He was followed by Jack Albertson, Eileen Brennan, Jane Lynch, Riz Ahmed, Ann Dowd, and Ali Wong.
Twenty-six acting Emmy newcomers (13 male and 13 female) preceded Rudd in being concurrently nominated for more than one performance. Aside from Ahmed,...
Rudd could now make Emmys history as the eighth doubly-nominated first-timer to triumph on at least one of his bids. The first to do so was Robert Cummings, who simultaneously won for “12 Angry Men” and lost for “My Hero” in 1955. He was followed by Jack Albertson, Eileen Brennan, Jane Lynch, Riz Ahmed, Ann Dowd, and Ali Wong.
Twenty-six acting Emmy newcomers (13 male and 13 female) preceded Rudd in being concurrently nominated for more than one performance. Aside from Ahmed,...
- 7/18/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby


There's a difference between "feud" and "archrivalry." Most viewers understand that there is generally an antagonist and a protagonist, even if the lines of morality are often blurry.
We aren't talking about an ongoing argument, either. This isn't a list of significant others arguing over whose turn it is to take out the garbage or wash the dishes.
No, these character feuds tend to be dynamic, historical (at least in the minds of many viewers), and ongoing, drawing the audience in with the acrimony between the two.
Instead of an argument, it's a struggle that weaves itself into the story, sometimes even becoming the story.
Related: TV's Best, Most Passionate (Fictional) On-Screen Breakdowns
If you've ever seen 12 Angry Men (and you should definitely check it out for the genius of the dialogue alone), then you know the value of pitting personalities against one another, even if the only actions are words.
We aren't talking about an ongoing argument, either. This isn't a list of significant others arguing over whose turn it is to take out the garbage or wash the dishes.
No, these character feuds tend to be dynamic, historical (at least in the minds of many viewers), and ongoing, drawing the audience in with the acrimony between the two.
Instead of an argument, it's a struggle that weaves itself into the story, sometimes even becoming the story.
Related: TV's Best, Most Passionate (Fictional) On-Screen Breakdowns
If you've ever seen 12 Angry Men (and you should definitely check it out for the genius of the dialogue alone), then you know the value of pitting personalities against one another, even if the only actions are words.
- 7/8/2024
- by Thomas Godwin
- TVfanatic


Sidney Lumet once wrote: “While the goal of all movies is to entertain, the kind of film in which I believe goes one step further. It compels the spectator to examine one facet or another of his own conscience. It stimulates thought and set the mental juices flowing. In a film career spanning 50 years, Lumet explored conscience in such classics 1957’s “12 Angry Men,” 1973’s “Serpico,” 1976’s “Network” and 1982’ s “The Verdict.”
Lumet’s New York Times 2011 obit stated: “Social issues set his mental juices flowing and his best films not only probed the consequences of prejudice, corruption and betrayal, but also celebrated individual acts of courage.” And one should also add redemption to that list. He was always in a New York state of mind. Of the 38 films he made, 29 were shot in New York. Lumet earned four Oscar nominations for best director- “12 Angry Men,” which marked his feature debut,...
Lumet’s New York Times 2011 obit stated: “Social issues set his mental juices flowing and his best films not only probed the consequences of prejudice, corruption and betrayal, but also celebrated individual acts of courage.” And one should also add redemption to that list. He was always in a New York state of mind. Of the 38 films he made, 29 were shot in New York. Lumet earned four Oscar nominations for best director- “12 Angry Men,” which marked his feature debut,...
- 6/25/2024
- by Susan King
- Gold Derby


Sidney Lumet was the Oscar-nominated director who proved incredibly prolific during his career, directing over 40 movies in 50 years, from his feature debut “12 Angry Men” (1957) through his cinematic farewell “Before the Devil Knows You’re Dead” (2007). But how many of those titles remain classics? Let’s take a look back at 20 of his greatest films, ranked worst to best.
Born on June 25, 1924, Lumet got his start as a child actor, appearing in “One Third of a Nation” (1939) when he was 15 years old. After serving during WWII, he quickly began directing Off-Broadway plays before moving into the burgeoning medium of television, where he helmed hundreds of live teleplays. While working on episodes of “Playhouse 90,” “Kraft Theater” and many more, he honed his abilities to shoot quickly and economically.
His turned to movies with “12 Angry Men,” an adaptation of Reginald Rose‘s TV drama about a lone juror (Henry Fonda) holding out during a murder trial.
Born on June 25, 1924, Lumet got his start as a child actor, appearing in “One Third of a Nation” (1939) when he was 15 years old. After serving during WWII, he quickly began directing Off-Broadway plays before moving into the burgeoning medium of television, where he helmed hundreds of live teleplays. While working on episodes of “Playhouse 90,” “Kraft Theater” and many more, he honed his abilities to shoot quickly and economically.
His turned to movies with “12 Angry Men,” an adaptation of Reginald Rose‘s TV drama about a lone juror (Henry Fonda) holding out during a murder trial.
- 6/21/2024
- by Zach Laws and Chris Beachum
- Gold Derby

In 2015, Netflix released the indie horror film Circle on its platform, and it instantly became the talk of the town due to its intriguing premise. It centers around a group of 50 strangers who awaken in a dark room to find out that they're being held captive and forced to participate in a deadly game. Faced with their imminent executions, they must choose one person among them to live.
It was written and directed by Aaron Hann and Mario Miscione and was inspired by the 1957 legal drama film 12 Angry Men. Michael Nardelli, Carter Jenkins, Lawrence Kao, Allegra Masters, Julie Benz, and many others starred in the movie.
Now, almost 10 years after its release, the horror flick has been announced to be getting a sequel. It's titled Circles, and two producers from the original film are back to make it. Those two producers are Nardelli, who also starred in Circle as sole survivor Eric,...
It was written and directed by Aaron Hann and Mario Miscione and was inspired by the 1957 legal drama film 12 Angry Men. Michael Nardelli, Carter Jenkins, Lawrence Kao, Allegra Masters, Julie Benz, and many others starred in the movie.
Now, almost 10 years after its release, the horror flick has been announced to be getting a sequel. It's titled Circles, and two producers from the original film are back to make it. Those two producers are Nardelli, who also starred in Circle as sole survivor Eric,...
- 6/18/2024
- by Crystal George
- 1428 Elm


A decade ago, the writing and directing duo of Aaron Hann and Mario Miscione drew inspiration from the classic 1957 drama 12 Angry Men while making the sci-fi psychological thriller Circle, which ended up gathering a cult following after it was released through the Netflix streaming service. Now Variety has broken the news that Circle is getting a sequel called Circles, with the first film’s star Michael Nardelli (The Collection) coming back to produce the follow-up with Brent Stiefel.
If you need a refresher, Circle had the following synopsis: In a massive, mysterious chamber, fifty strangers awaken to find themselves trapped with no memory of how they got there. Organized in an inward-facing circle and unable to move, they quickly learn that every two minutes one of them must die… executed by a strange device in the center of the room. At first the attacks seem random, but soon the strangers realize that they,...
If you need a refresher, Circle had the following synopsis: In a massive, mysterious chamber, fifty strangers awaken to find themselves trapped with no memory of how they got there. Organized in an inward-facing circle and unable to move, they quickly learn that every two minutes one of them must die… executed by a strange device in the center of the room. At first the attacks seem random, but soon the strangers realize that they,...
- 6/17/2024
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com


When the 2023 Primetime Emmy nominations were revealed, Ali Wong and Pedro Pascal both had the honor of being included in multiple performance lineups. She made history as the first newcomer to the acting categories recognized for both live action (“Beef”) and voice (“Tuca & Bertie”) work, while he became the first actor nominated for three programs on his initial Emmy outing. These achievements made them the newest members of a group of 26 people who earned their first two (or three) acting Emmy nominations in a single year.
Wong’s eventual Best TV Movie/Limited Series Actress win for “Beef” made her the seventh person in this bunch to succeed on one of her bids. The first was Robert Cummings, who received 1955’s Best Single Performance by an Actor prize for “Twelve Angry Men” and simultaneously lost for his regular lead turn on “My Hero.”
The first five champs who followed Cummings were Jack Albertson,...
Wong’s eventual Best TV Movie/Limited Series Actress win for “Beef” made her the seventh person in this bunch to succeed on one of her bids. The first was Robert Cummings, who received 1955’s Best Single Performance by an Actor prize for “Twelve Angry Men” and simultaneously lost for his regular lead turn on “My Hero.”
The first five champs who followed Cummings were Jack Albertson,...
- 6/10/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby

Imagine you’re seeing a poster for a movie. With 12 people sitting in a courtroom, you see that the movie is of a crime/thriller genre. However, as you get closer to the image, the faces of the 12 people turn into absolute horror. Well… that is exactly what happened with Amazon and Prime Video.
12 Angry Men (1957) | Orion-Nova Productions
With the posters of classic movies being displayed on the Ott streaming service, fans were in for a little surprise. Well, that surprise turned into a nightmare as the usage of AI has become increasingly frustrating for people who prefer originality a bit more.
Amazon Prime Video And 12 Angry Men Scared Away The Viewers!
If you saw the above image, you are now a part of the 12 Angry Men discussion. The 1957 film was an adaptation of a 1954 teleplay by the same name. Despite the movie being more than 50 years old,...
12 Angry Men (1957) | Orion-Nova Productions
With the posters of classic movies being displayed on the Ott streaming service, fans were in for a little surprise. Well, that surprise turned into a nightmare as the usage of AI has become increasingly frustrating for people who prefer originality a bit more.
Amazon Prime Video And 12 Angry Men Scared Away The Viewers!
If you saw the above image, you are now a part of the 12 Angry Men discussion. The 1957 film was an adaptation of a 1954 teleplay by the same name. Despite the movie being more than 50 years old,...
- 6/6/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire


In 1955, NBC sitcom star Robert Cummings made history as the first performer ever nominated in two Primetime Emmy categories at once. By winning for his work in the special “Twelve Angry Men” while also competing as the lead of the series “My Hero,” he laid the groundwork for 60 other male actors who have since earned double or even triple shots at Emmy glory. Scroll through our chronological photo gallery to find out who else belongs to this special group.
Beginning with Hal Holbrook in the 1970s, seven men have concurrently contended for two acting Emmys at multiple points in their careers. The one with the most list entries is Jon Hamm, who was simultaneously nominated for Best Drama Actor and Best Comedy Guest Actor on four different occasions between 2009 and 2015.
The only male actor to have ever won two Emmys in a single year is James Earl Jones, who was...
Beginning with Hal Holbrook in the 1970s, seven men have concurrently contended for two acting Emmys at multiple points in their careers. The one with the most list entries is Jon Hamm, who was simultaneously nominated for Best Drama Actor and Best Comedy Guest Actor on four different occasions between 2009 and 2015.
The only male actor to have ever won two Emmys in a single year is James Earl Jones, who was...
- 6/4/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby


In 1955, NBC sitcom star Robert Cummings made history as the first performer ever nominated in two Primetime Emmy categories at once. By winning for his work in the special “Twelve Angry Men” while also competing as the lead of the series “My Hero,” he laid the groundwork for 60 other male actors who have since earned double or even triple shots at Emmy glory. Scroll through our chronological photo gallery to find out who else belongs to this special group.
Beginning with Hal Holbrook in the 1970s, seven men have concurrently contended for two acting Emmys at multiple points in their careers. The one with the most list entries is Jon Hamm, who was simultaneously nominated for Best Drama Actor and Best Comedy Guest Actor on four different occasions between 2009 and 2015.
The only male actor to have ever won two Emmys in a single year is James Earl Jones, who was...
Beginning with Hal Holbrook in the 1970s, seven men have concurrently contended for two acting Emmys at multiple points in their careers. The one with the most list entries is Jon Hamm, who was simultaneously nominated for Best Drama Actor and Best Comedy Guest Actor on four different occasions between 2009 and 2015.
The only male actor to have ever won two Emmys in a single year is James Earl Jones, who was...
- 6/4/2024
- by Matthew Stewart
- Gold Derby


By the mid-1950s, Alfred Hitchcock had firmly established himself as the master director of suspense films, but he still enjoyed experimenting with new technology (including 3-D) and collaborating with novice actresses. On May 29, 1954, he released “Dial M for Murder,” in which he incorporated some filmmaking fads of the day and made a star out of an actress whose short career begat a long-lasting legacy. Read on for more about the “Dial M for Murder” 70th anniversary.
The thriller was written by British playwright Frederick Knott, based on his successful stage play two years prior. When retired pro-tennis player Tony Wendice (Ray Milland) discovers his wealthy socialite wife Margot (Grace Kelly) is having an affair with their friend Mark Halliday (Robert Cummings), he decides her death would be much more profitable than a divorce. He blackmails old acquaintance Charles Swann (Anthony Dawson) to stage a break-in and murder his wife,...
The thriller was written by British playwright Frederick Knott, based on his successful stage play two years prior. When retired pro-tennis player Tony Wendice (Ray Milland) discovers his wealthy socialite wife Margot (Grace Kelly) is having an affair with their friend Mark Halliday (Robert Cummings), he decides her death would be much more profitable than a divorce. He blackmails old acquaintance Charles Swann (Anthony Dawson) to stage a break-in and murder his wife,...
- 5/27/2024
- by Susan Pennington
- Gold Derby

Netflix has tied up a deal in the $34M range for the John Lee Hancock-directed package Monsanto, we can reveal. The pic will star Glen Powell, Anthony Mackie and Oscar winner Laura Dern.
CAA Media Finance cut the presale after launching with Rocket Science last week. Netflix has been quieter at recent markets but is back at the table with the splashy deal.
This and Apple’s WW deal for Everest sherpa pic Tenzing are the two biggest deals to emerge from the Cannes market so far. The latter is understood to be in the $40M range.
Monsanto tells the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell), who takes on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie) who used Monsanto’s best-known product Roundup, a wildly financially successful weed and grass pesticide killer, as part...
CAA Media Finance cut the presale after launching with Rocket Science last week. Netflix has been quieter at recent markets but is back at the table with the splashy deal.
This and Apple’s WW deal for Everest sherpa pic Tenzing are the two biggest deals to emerge from the Cannes market so far. The latter is understood to be in the $40M range.
Monsanto tells the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell), who takes on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie) who used Monsanto’s best-known product Roundup, a wildly financially successful weed and grass pesticide killer, as part...
- 5/23/2024
- by Andreas Wiseman
- Deadline Film + TV

Colm Meaney and Aidan Gillen have joined Vicky Krieps in the cast of six-time Oscar nominee Jim Sheridan’s upcoming true crime drama “Re-creation.”
Meaney has appeared in dozens of high-profile films and series over the past forty-plus years but is best known as Star Trek’s Chief Miles O’Brien in “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” Gillen boasts a similarly impressive resume, with his most memorable turns coming in HBO’s “Game of Thrones” and “The Wire.”
Sheridan said of the newly-announced castings, “I am delighted to have two icons of Irish cinema join the cast.”
“Re-creation” co-writer and co-director David Merriman added, “Colm and Aidan both have starred in some of my favorite films and shows. As artists, they both elevate any project, and we are so grateful to have them onboard.”
“Re-creation” looks back at one of the most famous murders in Irish history.
Meaney has appeared in dozens of high-profile films and series over the past forty-plus years but is best known as Star Trek’s Chief Miles O’Brien in “Star Trek: Deep Space Nine” and “Star Trek: The Next Generation.” Gillen boasts a similarly impressive resume, with his most memorable turns coming in HBO’s “Game of Thrones” and “The Wire.”
Sheridan said of the newly-announced castings, “I am delighted to have two icons of Irish cinema join the cast.”
“Re-creation” co-writer and co-director David Merriman added, “Colm and Aidan both have starred in some of my favorite films and shows. As artists, they both elevate any project, and we are so grateful to have them onboard.”
“Re-creation” looks back at one of the most famous murders in Irish history.
- 5/21/2024
- by Jamie Lang
- Variety Film + TV

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to see Koba from the “Planet of the Apes” reboot film series in other movies? Neither had we here at IndieWire. That was until last week when @jbromovies posted this tweet to X, formerly known as Twitter.
Koba should be in every movie
— joe bro (@jbromovies) May 9, 2024
Little did @jbromovies know what they were in for as what followed was an avalanche of photoshopped masterpieces that embed “Apes” character Koba into every piece of cinema imaginable. From “Challengers” to “The Lion King,” there are literally too many gems to choose from, but IndieWire has put together a collection of the eight best, each featuring a possible arc for how Koba could be inserted into the plot of the film.
Has anyone done 12 Angry Men yet? https://t.co/SyaxVtD8LX pic.twitter.com/9KYSQfatwu
— bread boy (@MarxistSmart) May 11, 2024 “12 Angry Men...
Koba should be in every movie
— joe bro (@jbromovies) May 9, 2024
Little did @jbromovies know what they were in for as what followed was an avalanche of photoshopped masterpieces that embed “Apes” character Koba into every piece of cinema imaginable. From “Challengers” to “The Lion King,” there are literally too many gems to choose from, but IndieWire has put together a collection of the eight best, each featuring a possible arc for how Koba could be inserted into the plot of the film.
Has anyone done 12 Angry Men yet? https://t.co/SyaxVtD8LX pic.twitter.com/9KYSQfatwu
— bread boy (@MarxistSmart) May 11, 2024 “12 Angry Men...
- 5/14/2024
- by Harrison Richlin
- Indiewire

Director John Lee Hancock will take on the legal drama Monsanto starring Glen Powell, Anthony Mackie, and Laura Dern. Powell plays a young attorney fighting a chemical company on behalf of Mackie, while Dern plays the company's toxicologist. Star power combines from Top Gun: Maverick, the MCU, and Jurassic Park for a compelling based-on-fact story.
Stars of Top Gun: Maverick and the Marvel Cinematic Universe join a new legal movie from the director of The Blind Side. Stars like Matthew McConaughey, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon and George Clooney have bolstered their resumes by taking on roles in hard-hitting legal dramas, often portraying characters who crusade on behalf of powerless people wronged by the system. The legal drama has fallen on hard times in recent years, however, as the mid-budget movie aimed at adults has become an endangered species in Hollywood.
A newly-revealed project will try to buck this negative legal drama trend,...
Stars of Top Gun: Maverick and the Marvel Cinematic Universe join a new legal movie from the director of The Blind Side. Stars like Matthew McConaughey, Tom Cruise, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon and George Clooney have bolstered their resumes by taking on roles in hard-hitting legal dramas, often portraying characters who crusade on behalf of powerless people wronged by the system. The legal drama has fallen on hard times in recent years, however, as the mid-budget movie aimed at adults has become an endangered species in Hollywood.
A newly-revealed project will try to buck this negative legal drama trend,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Dan Zinski
- ScreenRant


Glen Powell’s newfound star power continues to fuel movie projects.
The Anyone But You actor will lead a cast that includes Anthony Mackie and Laura Dern to headline Monsanto, a legal drama from writer-director John Lee Hancock.
Rocket Science, the company that has been integral to the financing and producing of movies such as All Quiet on the Western Front and Ricky Stanicky, will launch international sales out of the Cannes Film Market later this month. CAA Media Finance is handling the domestic rights.
Adam McKay and Kevin Messick are producing via their HyperObject Industries banner. Moritz Borman, Eric Kopeloff, Philip Schulz-Deyle and Jon Levin are also producing.
Per the producers, Monsanto tells the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell), who takes on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie). Johnson used the company’s best-known product,...
The Anyone But You actor will lead a cast that includes Anthony Mackie and Laura Dern to headline Monsanto, a legal drama from writer-director John Lee Hancock.
Rocket Science, the company that has been integral to the financing and producing of movies such as All Quiet on the Western Front and Ricky Stanicky, will launch international sales out of the Cannes Film Market later this month. CAA Media Finance is handling the domestic rights.
Adam McKay and Kevin Messick are producing via their HyperObject Industries banner. Moritz Borman, Eric Kopeloff, Philip Schulz-Deyle and Jon Levin are also producing.
Per the producers, Monsanto tells the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell), who takes on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie). Johnson used the company’s best-known product,...
- 5/8/2024
- by Borys Kit
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News

Rocket Science and CAA Media Finance are launching foreign sales out of Cannes for the John Lee Hancock directed Monsanto starring Glen Powell, Anthony Mackie and Oscar winner Laura Dern.
Monsanto tells the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell) who takes on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie) who used Monsanto’s best-known product Roundup, a wildly financially successful weed and grass pesticide killer, as part of his job as a high school groundskeeper. During the trial, Dr Melinda Rogers (Dern), the chief toxicologist of the Monsanto Company, testifies with certainty that Roundup is safe.
Pic’s screenplay was developed in association with Karl Spoerri’s Zurich Avenue and penned by Michael Wisner, Alexandra Duparc, Ned Benson and Hancock. Producers are Moritz Borman, Eric Kopeloff, Philip Schulz-Deyle and Jon Levin alongside HyperObject Industries’ Adam McKay and Kevin Messick.
Monsanto tells the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell) who takes on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie) who used Monsanto’s best-known product Roundup, a wildly financially successful weed and grass pesticide killer, as part of his job as a high school groundskeeper. During the trial, Dr Melinda Rogers (Dern), the chief toxicologist of the Monsanto Company, testifies with certainty that Roundup is safe.
Pic’s screenplay was developed in association with Karl Spoerri’s Zurich Avenue and penned by Michael Wisner, Alexandra Duparc, Ned Benson and Hancock. Producers are Moritz Borman, Eric Kopeloff, Philip Schulz-Deyle and Jon Levin alongside HyperObject Industries’ Adam McKay and Kevin Messick.
- 5/8/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV


Glen Powell, Anthony Mackie and Academy Award winner Laura Dern have signed on to star in “Monsanto,” the latest film from writer-director John Lee Hancock.
The film follows the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell), who in 2019 took on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie) who used the company’s best-known product Roundup, a wildly financially successful weed and grass pesticide killer, as part of his job as a high school groundskeeper. Dern plays Dr. Melinda Rogers, the Monsanto Company’s chief toxicologist, who testifies with certainty that Roundup is safe during the landmark cancer trial.
“I was drawn to this contemporary David vs. Goliath true story because I found it dramatic, moving, quite funny and of critical importance in today’s world,” said Hancock. “My ambitions are to deliver a smart, thoughtful and...
The film follows the true story of young, untried attorney Brent Wisner (Powell), who in 2019 took on a seemingly insurmountable case against the giant U.S. chemical company Monsanto on behalf of Dewayne “Lee” Johnson (Mackie) who used the company’s best-known product Roundup, a wildly financially successful weed and grass pesticide killer, as part of his job as a high school groundskeeper. Dern plays Dr. Melinda Rogers, the Monsanto Company’s chief toxicologist, who testifies with certainty that Roundup is safe during the landmark cancer trial.
“I was drawn to this contemporary David vs. Goliath true story because I found it dramatic, moving, quite funny and of critical importance in today’s world,” said Hancock. “My ambitions are to deliver a smart, thoughtful and...
- 5/8/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
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