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As a longtime Bond fan, I was really surprised to see that some of the classic movie posters in the UK had been updated! Apparently, the guns that were originally featured in posters for films like Sean Connery’s *Dr. No* and Pierce Brosnan’s *GoldenEye* had been digitally removed. It caused a huge stir online, especially since it happened right before James Bond Day on October 5th. It turns out the original posters were swapped out for ones using actual photos from the movies.

In a recent interview with *The Hollywood Reporter*, director Rob Marshall reflected on the historically precarious position of movie musicals. He pointed out that the genre has faced challenges almost since its beginning with *The Jazz Singer*, noting that by 1929, audiences were already experiencing “musical fatigue” and films began cutting songs. While there have been periodic revivals – like with *Moulin Rouge!*, *Chicago*, and *Dreamgirls* – Marshall believes each new musical carries the pressure of ensuring the genre’s survival. He explained that if a few musicals don’t succeed at the box office, it can quickly lead to a widespread aversion to the entire genre.

Good Boy offers a fresh take on the haunted-house story – it’s uniquely told from a dog’s perspective and features a genuinely touching surprise. Written and directed by Ben Leonberg, who also shares a real-life bond with the canine star, Indy, the film centers on Todd (Shane Jensen), a man battling a serious illness. He moves to his grandfather’s countryside home with his dog, but strange things begin to happen. Despite the unsettling events, Todd ignores the warnings from his loyal companion.

Let me jog your memory: It’s Season 1, and Nancy is dating popular jock Steve Harrington, while also teaming up with loner Jonathan Byers to find out what happened to his brother Will and her best friend Barb. Jonathan has a major crush on Nancy, and the two boys get into it in the alley. As it turns out, actors Keery and Heaton opted not to use their stunt doubles for this scene, and maybe they should have. In a video posted to the Stranger Things official Instagram, the two actors recall filming their fist fight, and Heaton explains what went wrong:

Director Ridley Scott recently criticized the current state of filmmaking, stating that while millions of movies are made worldwide, most are of poor quality. Speaking at a BFI event in London, Scott explained that filmmakers often rely on digital effects to compensate for weak storylines, rather than starting with a strong script. He expressed concern about a surge in mediocre films, saying the industry is “drowning in mediocrity.” Interestingly, Scott also revealed he’s been focusing on creating simpler films that, he believes, are surprisingly good and won’t become dated.

Despite mixed reviews from critics and viewers, the action-adventure film starring John Krasinski, Natalie Portman, Eiza Gonzalez, and Domhnall Gleason has become a surprisingly popular hit on Apple TV this year. The movie follows a similar adventurous style to films like *National Treasure*, the *Indiana Jones* series, and classics such as *King Solomon’s Mines*. It’s a visually stunning, globe-trotting story with the following plot:

Dickinson grimaced as he put the tea on the table, saying, “This could be terrible.” He explained he prefers regular milk, and this was “some kind of almond milk,” which he didn’t like.

Here’s all you need to know about the episode’s release date and time.

The movie *One Battle After Another* earned $21.7 million internationally this weekend, increasing its total international earnings to $58.9 million. With a drop of only 22% in international sales, the film’s worldwide box office revenue has now exceeded $100 million. The story follows a man who must save his daughter from a dishonest military official.

While *TASK* is a thrilling crime story, it’s not the only one worth watching. Over 20 years ago, Michael Mann directed *Collateral*, considered by many to be one of his best films. Despite receiving two Oscar nominations – for Film Editing and Jamie Foxx’s Supporting Actor performance – *Collateral* remains surprisingly overlooked and deserves more recognition as a top crime movie from the 2000s. If you’re enjoying Mark Ruffalo’s performance and the suspense in *TASK*, it’s a great time to revisit his earlier work in *Collateral*, where he plays a police officer.