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John Cleese on Comedy Today
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John Cleese on Comedy Today

The star and co-writer of 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' reminisces about the tumultuous journey of creating the beloved film and observes how comedy projects have changed over time, stating, "American culture has become more superficial."Released by EMI Films in the United States on April 28, 1975, this project was the first original feature film produced by the famed British comedy group, which was well-known at that time for the BBC  sketch series Monty Python's Flying Circus and was made up of John Cleese, Graham Chapman, Eric Idle, Terry Gilliam, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin. It was co-directed by Gilliam and Jones. Holy Grail  follows the late Chapman portraying King Arthur on his journey to find the legendary vessel. It is regarded as one of the greatest comedic movies...
The Prince and Princess of Wales Turn to Country Life
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The Prince and Princess of Wales Turn to Country Life

Finding Peace in the Country Life Prince William and Kate Middleton are celebrating their anniversary somewhere they feel totally relaxed.Starting April 29, they're heading to an island northwest of Scotland for two days. This spot is special to them as it's where their romance blossomed, matching the anniversary of their wedding back in 2011.Royal experts shared with Fox News Digital that this place holds deep meaning for the couple. They've found peace in country life while quietly preparing for their future roles as king and queen. William, who’s 42, is next in line.British royal expert Hilary Fordwich mentioned that they'll stay on the Isle of Mull, close to the Scottish coast, and spend their anniversary night at a vacation cottage where they’ll make their own meals.Fordwich s...
The Breakfast Club Cast Reunion
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The Breakfast Club Cast Reunion

"The Breakfast Club" Over the weekend, the cast of "The Breakfast Club" got together for their first reunion in 40 years. It was a special moment seeing these actors from the classic 1980s coming-of-age movie on stage at the Chicago Comic and Entertainment Expo this Saturday.Molly Ringwald, who played Claire in the film, shared how overwhelmed she felt seeing everyone together. She joked about how this was the first time Emilio Estevez joined them in person instead of just being a cardboard cutout. Emilio Estevez talks Reunion Emilio, who played Andrew, said he felt it was time for him to join the reunion for his own sake and talked about how meaningful it was to be back in Chicago, where they filmed the movie. The actors took a moment to remember John Hughes, the legendary director know...
How to Survive Hollywood
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How to Survive Hollywood

Portman recently wrapped up filming a movie called The Gallerist with Ortega and is keeping herself busy. She’s also got a role in Lena Dunham's project Good Sex and a film by Guy Ritchie called Fountain of Youth that seems to have come at just the right time. “It’s so important to look for joy and humor in your work, especially when life gets tough back home,” she tells Ortega, opening up about how she feels.“So what’s something right now that’s inspiring excitement for you? Could be work or something personal,” Ortega asks.“Watching my kids grow and develop their unique personalities brings me joy. I also love spending time with my friends and their kids, plus mine. It’s just really fun,” Portman shares.“Oh totally! You mentioning your kids reminds me—you and I are both child actor...
“Sopranos”: Who was the Funniest behind the Scenes
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“Sopranos”: Who was the Funniest behind the Scenes

Michael Imperioli talks Sopranos Michael Imperioli has spent a lot of time thinking about "The Sopranos" since it wrapped up nearly twenty years ago, especially on his podcast "Talking Sopranos." Now, he’s sharing who he thinks was the funniest actor on set during the filming of the HBO show.Imperioli told People that Tony Sirico, who played Paulie Walnuts, often cracked up his co-stars, even if it wasn’t always on purpose. He mentioned that it had a lot to do with Sirico's personality.Sirico passed away in July 2022 at 79 years old in an assisted living home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Tony Sirico Made Everybody Laugh "He was such a one-of-a-kind guy, a wonderful person that we all loved and called a good friend," Imperioli said about Sirico in an article released on Wednesday.The ...
Val Kilmer’s Best Characters
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Val Kilmer’s Best Characters

The passing of  Val Edward Kilmer has deeply impacted the entire film industry. He was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2014, and although an operation left him with a raspy voice and difficulty breathing, he became cancer-free but continued to face challenges with subsequent medical treatments. Since 2014, he made a few film appearances, with his last role in 2022 as "Iceman" Tom Kazansky. Top Gun: Maverick , a role he returned to from the original movie. Kilmer died from pneumonia on April 1, 2025. Following his passing, many well-known actors shared heartfelt tributes and memories about Val Kilmer.Val Kilmer was an exceptionally gifted actor who captivated audiences during his impressive nearly 40-year career. Roger Ebert referred to him as the most underrated leading man of his era. T...
Texas is the Next Movie Haven
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Texas is the Next Movie Haven

Funds to Incentivize the Movies On Monday night, the Texas Senate Committee on Finance gave the green light to Senate Bill 22. This bill is all about cranking up the cash Texas offers to bring in film and TV projects. The vote was totally in favor at 11-0, setting up for the full Senate to review it soon.The committee heard from a surprise guest, Matthew McConaughey, who spoke up for SB 22 just before the vote. This bill plans to set aside $500 million every two years for the "Moving Image Industry Incentive Fund" over the next decade. That’s more than double what was put aside last year when lawmakers bumped up the tax incentive to $200 million.If this bill goes through, the Texas film office could hand out grants to movie productions spending at least $500,000 in Texas. That's a step...
Man at Work
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Man at Work

Disney isn't giving up just yet and thinks its movie still has a shot at being number one. The film Working Man is making it easier for kids to go to theaters on Saturdays. Plus, Snow White is still a big hit among girls and moms who don't have many choices for films to watch in cinemas. The victory for Working Man comes at a crucial time for Amazon MGM Studios. They just saw their studio head Jennifer Salke unexpectedly leave. This shake-up happens as they aim to make a name for themselves as a top player in Hollywood and expand their global reach, especially after scooping up the rights to the James Bond series. Salke’s exit came right before CinemaCon, where Amazon MGM is getting ready to show off what they've got next week. Ayers directed Working Man, which got good r...
Celebrities Who've Moved Back To Their Hometowns
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Celebrities Who've Moved Back To Their Hometowns

Move Away From LA There’s really no place like home and some celebrities totally get that! Living in Los Angeles might have its perks but it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. A few stars opt for a more chill lifestyle and have ditched the spotlight to settle back into their hometowns. Instead of being mobbed by paparazzi they choose to live just down the street from family and enjoy life in the places that shaped them. Glen Powell Glen Powell might be on a roll in Hollywood but he chose to head back to his hometown Austin, Texas after some words of wisdom from Matthew McConaughey. Glen reflects that Matthew reminded him how vital it is to be close to family and genuine friends. He even picked a place just half an hour from his parents."He said 'Hollywood is the Matrix, man. You plug in, and i...
Comedy explores Romance in Digital Age
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Comedy explores Romance in Digital Age

LOL or Love? How can you tell the difference between real love and fake affection in today's digital world?The folks behind the upcoming rom-com Liar, Liar, Love Is on Fire are set to dive into this topic during its premiere in Beijing on Tuesday.With a domestic release lined up for Saturday, the movie stars actress Zheng Hehuizi and actor Zuo Lingfeng as two internet celebs who find themselves at a career standstill. To get more attention online, they decide to stage a fake wedding during a livestream, pretending to be a happy couple. But things take an unexpected turn, and real feelings start to blossom between them. Finding LOVE This flick isn’t just any ordinary film; it's the directorial debut of scriptwriter Wu Yawen. At the premiere, she shared that the movie was inspired by a f...