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Having just read Pageboy: A Memoir, I want to share my thoughts. Elliot takes a diary-like approach, which I found really engaging. It’s not a traditional biography, but that doesn’t take away from the power of his journey. This book delves into Elliot’s struggle for acceptance and survival, which is especially significant in an era of fear, bigotry, and regressive legislation.
Pageboy also highlights the complexities of identity and challenges us to rethink our assumptions. It shows how hypocritical Hollywood (and society) is in glorifying ‘brave’ actors who play queer or transgender roles while suppressing attempts to come out. For years, Page's sexuality was the subject of intense media scrutiny. It's been a long road for an actor who began at the age of 11.
“I reflect on certain very difficult times in my life, certain struggles and obstacles and all that. And I think, ultimately getting through that, I think it really deepens your empathy.” – @TheElliotPage
— Late Night with Seth Meyers (@LateNightSeth)
8:45 PM • Jun 22, 2022
Page never implies that queer and trans narratives are the same. He’s humble and thankful for having access to gender-affirming care. He disputes the idea that strangers understand his body better than he does. And now he’s living an authentic life with newfound confidence.
The author’s sole message is one of empathy. His final thought: “It is not trans people who are sick, but society that fosters such hatred.”
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🔥 Biz News
M. Night Shyamalan and his daughter Ishana have signed a multi-year first-look directing and producing agreement with Warner Bros. Their psychological thriller Trap is set for theatrical release on August 2, 2024.
Angela Bassett, known for her role as Queen Ramonda in Marvel's Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, was included in Time magazine's Time 100. Her tribute was written by Tina Turner, whom Basset played in the 1993 biopic What's Love Got To Do With It?
The 27th American Black Film Festival showcases the modern Black experience, drawing a global crowd and enhancing understanding of Black people through diverse programs and events.
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📽️ Documentaries
▶ AVOD is a solution for struggling indie documentary filmmakers, offering a more affordable and accessible distribution option. The current distribution landscape has forced some nonfiction filmmakers to turn to less lucrative alternatives, such as ad-supported VOD, AVOD channels, and revenue-sharing arrangements. However, Submarine Entertainment sales agent Josh Braun cautions that AVOD should not be considered a magic solution for the problems plaguing the indie doc market.
▶ Following the success of their documentary on Arnold Schwarzenegger, Netflix will produce a career-spanning doc about his biggest rival, Sly Stallone.
Blast from the past
The silent era, which began with the medium's invention and ended in the late 1920s, revolutionized entertainment and launched the careers of multiple actors who became screen icons. Read more …
The 1992 movie Cool World stars Brad Pitt as a World War II veteran and victim of a hit-and-run, inexplicably sucked into an animated world. The idea of an adult-oriented riff on Zemeckis’ formula sounds plausible. Watching it fail to live up to its promise is utterly fascinating. Read more …
📖Lunchtime Reading
Adam Sandler has praised a high school golfer named Happy Gilmore, who has adopted the name of the 1996 film.
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny marks Harrison Ford's final performance as Dr. Henry Walton "Indiana" Jones Jr., but the franchise may continue with another character.
Redditors recently discussed which little-known movies have the most A-list casts. These are obscure, offbeat films that vanished into the ether soon after their release but featured prominent actors.
♻️ Reboots and Sequels
Olivia Colman is set to join the Paddington franchise in the upcoming third film, Paddington in Peru. The announcement doesn't confirm or deny Colman playing the villain, but she might be one of Paddington's new allies.
Murder Mystery 2 actress Jodie Turner-Smith joins Disney's Tron 3.
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— Mariella ! (@pfaffphobic)
4:21 PM • Jun 28, 2023
👀 Did you see this…
So I think I made Harrison Ford cry 🥲 (a bit)
He certainly made me cry, I'll be honest with you
— Ali Plumb (@AliPlumb)
3:31 PM • Jun 19, 2023
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Film on Film is a new festival at the BFI Southbank that aims to bring back the experience of watching films on celluloid prints, a rarity in the digital age. Most of these prints have been locked away for decades in storage sites, making seeing films in this format a luxury and a new experience for cinephiles.
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📖 Quick reads
Star Wars' opening crawl fades iconic words into a starry sky. But how did title designer Dan Perri and visual effects cameraman Dennis Muren create it?
The thriller genre is popular due to its ability to keep viewers guessing. However, there are still some that go unnoticed. This list reveals ten recent releases that failed to grab attention.
In Gremlins: Secrets of the Mogwai, the ten-episode prequel answers many questions about the origins and origins of the Mogwai, the exotic pets.
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That'll do for now. Ta for reading! See you next time.
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– Lee