Sascha Nixon

1 week ago | cbr.com | Sascha Nixon

Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account The name Agatha Christie is synonymous with murder-mystery storytelling, and the author has penned a variety of novels that have been adapted into acclaimed shows, films and plays. In 1944, Christie deviated from her thematic norm to release a historical mystery that has yet to make its way to the silver screen. Death Comes as the End revolves around a priest, Imhotep, and his family in Ancient Egypt. When Imhotep brings a new concubine to...

1 week ago | cbr.com | Sascha Nixon

Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Few animated films ravage the emotions like Pixar’s Up, which manages to completely steamroll audience members’ joy in its opening scenes. Obviously, it later makes up for its devastating introduction, though it always seems laden with a particular sense of melancholy. Well, one fan theory makes the already emotionally charged film even more devastating. Some fans believe that Carl, the elderly protagonist of the film, dies along with his...

1 week ago | cbr.com | Sascha Nixon

Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Image via 20th Century Fox Award-winning director Baz Luhrmann is known for crafting period spectacles that often have unique soundtracks or musical elements, including Elvis (2022), Moulin Rouge! (2001) and The Great Gatsby (2013). In 2008, he helmed a World War II drama set in Australia that is still essential viewing for film fans, especially those looking to watch Luhrmann’s career highlights. Australia takes place in the Oceanic...

2 weeks ago | cbr.com | Sascha Nixon

Published 14 minutes ago Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account A24 has made a name for itself, especially in the last decade, for producing independent films and shows that often receive critical acclaim. Many of the movies have been award-season nominees and have benefited from the acting and direction of established Hollywood talents. That being said, some of the company’s popular entries do not quite deserve their hype, due to rushed writing, undersold acting performances...

3 weeks ago | cbr.com | Sascha Nixon

It's important to remember the ongoing controversial statements by the creator of the Harry Potter franchise. CBR supports the hard work of industry professionals on properties fans know and love, and the wider world of Harry Potter that fans have adopted as their own. You can find CBR's continuing coverage on J.K. Rowling here. Few book-to-screen adaptations have garnered the acclaim and following of the Harry Potter films, which first hit cinemas in 2001.